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Jim was washing his hair this week so Tom interviewed Jan Safarik founder of Paladin Academy (a firearms training institute based in Czech Republic / Slovakia). Jan talks through the courses he offers, his views on  EU firearms regulations, a run in with the law in Texas and a whole lot more! http://www.paladin-academy.euSafarik@Paladin-Academy.euTel: +420 776 674 868 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jim & Tom interview Grand Master Kevin Beale!  Kevin has been training in the Martial Arts and Boxing since the late seventies. He is one of the few people actually qualified and capable of methodically and accurately teaching these disciplines. Over the past thirty years he has trained and interfaced with many of the world’s top martial artists, police and military personnel, giving him a real world perspective on what is effective. Kevin has become one of the most knowledgeable, pragmatic and innovative experts in the business.Throughout his career, Kevin has had the opportunity to train with some of the top instructors in the world. Wally Jay, Reamy Presas, Michael DePasquale, Cacoy Canete, Hock Hocheim, Tim Tackett, Jim McCann and R.J. Oak to name a few.Grand Master American Bujutsu Kempo8th Degree Black Belt American Bujutsu Kempo6th Degree Black Belt Pacific Archipelago Combatives5th Degree Black Belt Hawaiian Kempo Jujitsu3rd Degree Black Belt Aiki-JitsuFull Instructorship Close Quarter Combatives

Jim & Tom interview 8th degree black belt - Chief Master Vincent Raimondi who is best known for Jeet Kune Do and his award winning martial arts schools in New Jersey specialising in ATA Tae Kwon Do.  Vincent began studying Tae Kwon Do in South America in 1973. He was a professional soccer player, active in judo and other martial arts before coming to the United States in 1977. In 1985 he became certified as an instructor by the ATA. This same year he opened his first ATA martial arts school in Roselle Park, NJ. Soon after, Mr. Raimondi began participating in many tournaments and consistently finished in the top ten.  His interest in learning other martial arts led him to study Jeet Kune Do and train under Ted Wong, beginning in 1990. In 2005 Mr. Raimondi received his certification as an instructor of JKD.  Vince joined forces with the JKD WNG in 1998 and has played a massive role in their world wide popularity regularly teaching seminars in countries such as Italy, Brazil and Argentina. See acast.com/priv

Nick Portella reviews 2018 and looks forward to 2019 in the worlds of Mixed Martial Arts and Bare Knuckle Boxing See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jim & Tom interview Michael Belzer, a lifelong martial artist with over 50 years of experience in a variety of fighting arts achieving his 8th Dan in Danzan Ryu Jujutsu, Advanced Instructor in Serrada Escrima and Gomokuroku in Shindo Muso Ryu Jojutsu.Michael began his training in Shindo Muso Ryu in 1974 at the age of 18 at the Rembukan Dojo under the 25th Headmaster of the art, Shimizu Takaji in Japan. He continued his training in the art in 1979, in Malaysia when he became a student of the legendary Donn F. Draeger, who was the first foreigner ever allowed to study and train in this Classical Martial Art of Japan.In 2008, Michael met Steven Bellamy-sensei, a Menkyo Kaiden (complete Transmission) of SMR and became his Deshi (personal student) to learn the advanced aspects of the art by making regular trips to Japan. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jim and Tom talk through some highlights from 2018 and what they are looking forward to in 2019. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jim & Tom are joined by Andy Watts AKA Doc Watson to discuss the eventful draw between Tyson Fury & Deontay Wilder See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Primal Radio hosts Jim & Tom interview Dr John Beradi - GSP's Nutrition Coach and Founder of Precision NutritionJohn is co-founder of Precision Nutrition, which has become the world's largest online nutrition coaching and certification company. He's an advisor to Apple, Equinox, Nike, and Titleist, and was recently selected as one of the 20 smartest coaches in the world by Livestrong.com. John has worked with numerous stars including the Championship winning San Antonio Spurs, and of course most pertinent to our show Georges Saint Pierre. Dr. Berardi received his PhD in Exercise Physiology and Nutrient Biochemistry at the University of Western Ontario, Canada. He's currently an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Eastern Michigan University and the University of Texas.For more details visit:https://www.precisionnutrition.comhttps://www.facebook.com/john.berardi.page/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jim & Tom interview Master Steven Phillips.Master Steven Phillips is the proud owner of the West Windsor TaeKwonDo & Kickboxing Academy, purchased in 2005 from his mentor Grand Master Ye Bong Choi, a world renowned expert in TaeKwonDo (Korean Martial Arts).At 34 years old, Mr. Phillips is a 5tl Degree Black Belt in TaeKwonDo, having studied the art for over 25 years with Grand Master Y.B. Choi. He is an elite level martial artist with a lifetime of training and teaching experience. His early interest in the martial arts and dedicated training earned him a 1st Dan black belt by age 12. He began teaching classes shortly thereafter and competed as a member of Rutgers University's Tae Kwon Do team when he was only 14 years old.During his 25+ year martial arts career, Mr. Phillips has participated in hundreds of tournaments including full contact Karate, TaeKwonDo, and Kickboxing. His dynamic board-breaking techniques and tenacious sparring skills have generated more than 90 Championships and Tournament Gr

Jim & Tom are joined by Primal Radio's World Famous Boxing Pundit Andy Watts AKA 'Doc Watson' who gives his expert views on:Mayweather vs. Tenshin Fury vs. Wilder Spence vs. Garcia Whyte vs. Chisora 2 Usyk vs. BellewIf you enjoyed the show please like it, share it and leave us a great review! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jim & Tom interview Mick Thornton.  Mick is the founder of the BOTMA system (Blending Of The Martial Arts) and has studied extensively in many arts; Mick is a Full Instructor under the Tim Tackett's JKD Wednesday Night Group as well as an Full Instructor under our very own Jim McCann. He is a Master Firearms and CQC Instructor and serves as on the New World Mixed Martial Arts Association Advisory Board as their Chief Weapons Tactics Instructors.  Mick is located in Philadelphia, PA. Sifu Mick available for Seminars and Group training sessions. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Primal Radio's resident MMA expert Nick Portella gives his views on UFC230, Primal Fight Night Two and the aftermath of MacGregor vs Khabib.www.primalradio.netwww.primalgymnj.comwww.combatinsidersmedia.comwww.primalfightpromotions.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jim & Tom on a variety of topics including:Values Fears Accreditation Collaboration Show Metrics Primal Radio would like to apologise for some sound issues on this show.  We hope the microphone squirrels didn't spoil your enjoyment. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jim & Tom on a variety of topics including:Tea Aging Building Leaders Training  LoyaltyPrimal Radio would like to apologise for some sound issues on this show. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Primal Radio's Boxing Pundit Doc Watson (Andy Watts) joins Jim & Tom for his first monthly Boxing Update Show focusing on big news as well as recent and upcoming fights! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Retrospectively Produced this episode is focused on welcoming new listeners.  Jim & Tom talk about the evolution of the show and where we are headed in this prequel.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jim & Tom interview Jon Broster of Tribal Fighting Arts Nottingham England on BCKEAI, Serada Eskrima, Rapid Arnis, Silat, BJJ, Keysi, Judo and more!Jon has been training in Filipino martial arts for over 25 years. He holds the rank of advanced instructor in Cabales Serrada Escrima under Mark Wiley and is a 6th degree black belt in Rapid Arnis. Jon is a 4 time British Open Eskrima champion and a Brown Belt in BJJ. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Primal Radio's resident MMA expert Nick Portella joins Jim & Tom to discuss UFC229 MacGregor vs. Khabib / Ferguson vs. Pettis See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Mike Bwana Blackgrave (featured on show #22) joins Jim & Tom on Primal Radio to talk about guns / shooting with particular focus on a recent controversial shooting in Abeline Texas. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jim & Tom are joined by Arjan Buck Grant of BuckGrant.com and "The Fight Focus Podcast". A lifetime Martial Artist Buck holds the rank of Arjan in Maui Thai, has coached and fought MMA in the Octagon and recently got his BJJ Black Belt. We talk about numerous issues in martial arts, mindfulness and share insights into the world of doing a Martial Arts based Podcast. Enjoy the show! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.