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Jamie Clubb's PodcastJamie Clubb's PodcastJamie Clubb's Podcast, the official podcast of Clubb Chimera Martial Arts. Take a look at the world through the lens of self-protection and martial arts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2025-02-2303 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastMeerkat & Rabbit: Physical Skills Training DayOn this episode Jamie welcomes back Mary Stevens, his co-creator on the Animal Instincts Child Self-Protection Teaching Programme, where they discuss the upcoming self-defence training day. After a year of producing the online personal security teaching courses, it is time for their first in-person course addressing the physical side to their self-protection programme.
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastTalking Pooh - A Discussion with Andy GibneySend us a textUnified Fighting Systems founder, AG Martial Arts Centre owner, therapist and author, Andy Gibney joins the show for a look back at a childhood favourite. Taking the "Everything is Martial Arts" concept in an interesting direction, we look at the gentle world of A.A. Milne's Winnie the Pooh and discuss its influence and connections to martial arts. Far from living up to the moniker "a bear with very little brain", Pooh might be a childhood gateway to critical thinking. Whereas owl presents us with the model of the flawed teacher. W...2024-01-1648 min
Jamie Clubb's Podcast2024: Year of the Chimera (New Year Episode)Send us a textChimera in name and nature, as CCMA look towards his 20th anniversary as a brand and teaching concept we cover a range of very different topics. This includes discussing my experiences at the first Martial Arts Festival last year, the Tyson Fury/Francis Ngannou bout, answer a question on whether or not Krav Maga is the most plagiarised training concept and another question on workplace assault before wrapping up with exciting upcoming news for CCMA in 2024. Music for the Outro: "Titans" by Cold CinemaLink: https://bit...2023-12-3135 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastEnter the Dragon, Exit 2023 (Christmas Episode)Send us a textThe second part of our Christmas episode looks back on some highlights of 2023 and answers some more questions for the CCMA Facebook group. Topics include: Martial art movie inspiration, 40th anniversary of Enter the Dragon, conspiracy theory as a negative religion, how to defeat defaulting into consensual violence under pressure, wombats versus meerkats and choosing a base martial art.Cinema, Life and Everything Hannah's BookshelfStiff Right HandInto the DojoEveryday Martial ArtistConversations in Karate Music for the Outro: 2023-12-2142 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastFearmas & the Belt of Contention (Christmas Episode)Send us a textThis season's Christmas episode opens with a ramble on a self-protection/martial arts perspective on the real meaning of the festive season before providing a deep answer to Ron Goin's question: Is the use of rank in martial arts truly a motivation for learning ? Here are some useful shownotes for this episode:
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Ballad of Igor Chapter I (Halloween Episode)Send us a textThis year's Halloween episode is chapter one of a look at what might called the "Igor" psyche. Much the stock character of Igor and the monster he assisted to create (in some non-original versions of the story), this psyche is made of composite parts. We will explore this different parts by first covering the real criminal, Fizcko, assistant to the notorious Erzsebet Bathori, The Blood Countess. Music for the Outro: "Titans" by Cold CinemaLink: https://bit.ly/3HjGhpVSupport the show Su...2023-10-3126 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastRelease the Wrist - A Discussion with Dr Tammy Yard-McCrackenSend us a textOn this episode we are proud to present the voice of Dr Tammy Yard-McCracken. Self-protection is in a constant state of evolution and Tammy provides us with a truly positive state of change. Using her unique background, training and experience she highlights the hugely neglected area of the insidious assault and domestic violence. Her #500Rising movement provides practical responses backed by evidence-based research to deal with one of the most common forms of physical abuse in today's society. Support the showTammy Yard-McCracken Resources:
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastBruce Lee: Human (bonus episode)Send us a textThis special bonus episode was released on the 50th anniversary of Bruce Lee's death. Its main piece is a review of Davis Miller's "The Tao of Bruce Lee", one of the most honest and reflective works written about Bruce Lee and his influence, but also includes updated comments on other books I have read since such as Tom Bleecker's "Unsettled Matters" and Andrew Polly's "Bruce Lee: A Life". Music for the Outro: "Titans" by Cold CinemaLink: https://bit.ly/3HjGhpVSupport the show Support th...2023-07-2021 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Way of the Vulture Part ISend us a textSupport the showWe begin our study of opportunistic crimes and their unique brand of predator. Chapter 1 - Detective Haarmann - Where we are introduced to a grisly opportunist who first terrified and then revolted the inhabitants of inter-war Hanover, Germany. Fritz "The Wolf-Man" Haarmann, a lazy, unintelligent, habitual crook and child molester, took full advantage of the desperate environment that surrounded him. Chapter 2 - The Opportunistic Predator - We break down what a threat means in self-protection and focus on the opportunity element. This leads us...2023-06-2924 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastA Long Time Ago... Martial Movie MassacreSend us a textSupport the showCoinciding with the 40th anniversary of "Return of the Jedi" this special episode dives deep into Star Wars connections to martial arts and self-protection. This episode's chapters: 1. Not My Martial Arts Movie... YetWhy, despite Star Wars arguably being a martial arts movie, it probably did not inspire me to pursue martial arts. 2. The Dark Side of the Force and the Dark TriadMachiavellianism and manipulative personality traits of the Sith... and the Jedi. 3. Leia Shot First...2023-05-251h 33
Jamie Clubb's PodcastStar Wars: The Greatest Martial Movie in the Galaxy? (bonus episode)Send us a textAhead of the mammoth self-protection/martial arts deep dive into Star Wars, I decided to record an audio version of an old article I wrote on the subject in the pages of "Martial Arts Illustrated". It's a little twee and less jaded than my current work - a bit like Luke Skywalker in the first film - but thought listeners might appreciate it for novelty value alone. Music for the Outro: "Titans" by Cold CinemaLink: https://bit.ly/3HjGhpVSupport the show...2023-05-1928 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastRevok is the WaySend us a textCelebrating its 40th anniversary, V was a science fiction analogy of life under occupation and an exploration on how people act in such a crisis. On this episode we take a deep dive into universal themes of self-protection, case history and the alien martial art of Revok! This is an episode like no other.
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Jamie Clubb's Podcast"Nothing More Traditional Than Winning" - A Discussion with Tommy Joe MooreSend us a textOn this show I talk with Tommy Joe Moore on a number of subjects. We look at the differences between pre-gloves pugilism and modern day bareknuckle boxing, the way boxing gyms are run compared to typical martial arts classes, the movie "Prizefighter: The Life of Jem Belcher" and Tommy's time teaching combatives to Ukraine's special forces to main but a few topics. Support the showLinks for Tommy Joe Moore:
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastCor Chat (Bonus Episode)Send us a textOn this special extra episode I delve back into my cultural heritage to reveal the truth of the most secret martial art of them all: Cor Chat! Support the showMusic Credit: ▶Music InformationTitle: CircusArtist: Grow4Music (D)Photo: JOSHUA COLEMAN on UnsplashGenre: Soundtrack + Fun + Bright + Active▶'Soundcloud' download linkhttps://soundcloud.com/fm_to-go/circus& Hanz Zimmer Style by Difourks [ No Copyright Music ] Inspirational Epic Cinematic Music for t...2023-04-0115 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Wisdom of Bears (& Dogs)Send us a textThis special episode revisits the "Way of the Bear" theme first covered in the penultimate show of the second season (2019). Since losing my mother in 2021, I have become more reflective on what she taught me and its influence over my own teaching. Therefore, this episode is dedicated to all the wise mothers who guide their children to become safer and stronger in life. It is especially dedicated to my mother in honour of her birthday on 20th March, UK's Mother Day occurring in the same month and International Women's Day also takes place i...2023-03-1746 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastBe Part of the Change!Send us a text"When Parents Aren't Around: A Young Person's Guide to Self-Protection" is a critically acclaimed book and service. The totally revised, re-edited and fully illustrated new edition has additional material and will be available as both an Ebook and a paperback for the first time. Also for the first time I am offering certified teaching courses for a new programme based on the book's material. Music for the Outro: "Titans" by Cold CinemaLink: https://bit.ly/3HjGhpVSupport the show Support the show Support me on...2023-02-2708 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastMartial Anarchy - Iain Abernethy DiscussionSend us a textOn this episode we take the "Everything is Martial Arts" route again but this time with a guest. Iain Abernethy and I discuss how punk rock can parallel and intersect with martial arts. Also, check out the release of the new edition of "When Parents Aren't Around" and be a part of the change in children's realistic self-protection.
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Way of the Rabbit Redux (Chinese New Year Episode)Send us a textI may have missed the New Year date in line with the Gregorian calendar. However, the Chinese Zodiac’s calendar begins on 22nd January. It’s the Year of the Rabbit and so I took the opportunity to run my two Way of the Rabbit shows from way back in season 2 as a bumper edition. The content still stands up but I apologise for the sound quality, which I have only been able to slightly improve. So that just leaves me to say in my best possible Mandarin (please forgive me) Xīnni...2023-01-1440 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastCakewalker Part V: Just Another Fight? (Christmas Episode)Send us a textThe final episode to this two season/eight-part story has arrived. Jersey Joe and Ezzard are head-to-head in a living chess match played out in the boxing ring. Walcott breaks records in challenging for the world heavyweight title for an historic fourth time, but no one wants to be known as great loser. What will be his legacy? Show Notes:
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastCakewalker Part IV: Sometimes the Shadows Win (Christmas Episode)Send us a textThe penultimate episode of the Cakewalker quintology and the entire Jersey Joe Walcott story (first started in season four's trilogy, "Coal for Jersey Joe"). Ezzard Charles faces the pressure of being a heavyweight champion that followed the beloved Joe Louis. Meanwhile, Louis is forced out of retirement by severe financial problems. The two men will have to face off to decide the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world. At the same time, Jersey Joe Walcott begins his campaign for a rematch against Charles as faces off against competition in Europe.
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastCakewalker Part III: Just a Left Hook (Christmas Episode)Send us a textChristmas takes us full circle as we continue with the Jersey Joe Walcott story. We pick up with the build up to Jersey Joe's third attempt at the world heavyweight title. The National Boxing Association declares the position vacant with its former holder, Joe Louis, promoting a fight to determine the new champion. Jersey Joe takes on the "Cincinnati Cobra" Ezzard Charles. Along the way we look at the history of the left hook, boxing's great surprise attack forged through the gloved era and an apt metaphor for life. We also t...2022-12-0859 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastCakewalker Part II: Rise of the Cincinnati CobraSend us a textWe return to the first half of the 20th century and our saga of an unsung boxing hero. After winning the respect of the world but not the championship, Jersey Joe Walcott and the longest reigning world heavyweight king, Joe Louis, know they must face one another again. Meanwhile a new devastating force rises through the weight divisions. We chart the rise of Ezzard Charles, "The Cincinnati Cobra", considered by many to be the greatest light heavyweight of all time and reluctant new contender for boxing's most prestigious crown. Su...2022-11-182h 12
Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Last Night of the Ghouls Redux! (Halloween Bonus Episode)Send us a textThis bonus show is a re-edited, re-recorded and newly produced version of our original Halloween episode from season one. Enjoy!In this special edition of the Clubb Chimera Martial Arts podcast, we re-visit Halloween 1828 and the climax of a series of cold-blooded murders. Taking a self-protection eye, we look at how raw opportunity and circumstance tempted two infamous criminals to sell the lives of their own for profit. The podcast raises questions regarding victim selection and how it can be defeated through target hardening as well as the weaponising of alcohol b...2022-10-2950 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastMartial Movie Massacre Monster Mash (Halloween Episode)Send us a textYou thought it was dead! You thought it was gone! But for this special Halloween episode Jamie Clubb's Podcast presents "Martial Movie Massacre Monster Mash!" This show looks at the nature of fear, how scary places factors into our situational awareness, the truth about the full moon, silver bullet solutions and unstoppable monsters.
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastCakewalker Part I - Grotesque Dancer in the GardenSend us a textWe return to the Jersey Joe Walcott story in this new series of episodes. Having won his opportunity to challenge for the world heavyweight championship, Jersey Joe faces one of history's greatest boxers: Joe Louis. It's been an arduous journey and few people hold out much for the challenger. However, Jersey Joe and his camp have a plan to unseat the Brown Bomber. Can they pull it off?
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastTopics for the Podcast - We need your vote!Send us a textThis is the soundtrack taken from my vlog of the same name. There are six new podcasts that I wish to produce. However, I am putting in your hands to decide the order. Please request to join the Clubb Chimera Martial Arts Facebook group and place your vote on the poll.
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastEverything is Martial ArtsSend us a textThe 73rd or 70th episode (depending on your perspective) is the most unashamedly self-indulgent yet. I tie in religious texts, mythology, punk rock, Ernest Hemingway, Plato, Elvis, Don Quixote, Shakespeare, Idi Amin, Georgette Heyer, Henry V and many other disparate concepts and people into the story of martial arts. Let's Get Ready to Ramble!Useful Links:
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastMartial Arts & Your Life: The Story of Us - Lawrence A. Kane Interview Part IISend us a textThe concluding part of my discussion with Lawrence Kane on the seminal book on martial arts subculture he authored with previous podcast guest, Kris Wilder. This episode we look more into the reasoning behind the questionnaire order that was used to collect data for this book on martial artists. Both Lawrence and I were surprised by much of the data was provided, demonstrating the real personalities behind individuals who stick with martial arts training.
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastMartial Arts & Your Life: The Story of Us - Lawrence A. Kane Interview Part ISend us a textLawrence Kane is a hugely respected martial arts teacher and best-selling author. Along with Kris Wilder he has produced an immensely significant study on martial arts subculture. By carefully constructing a survey, they have compiled surprising and enlightening data on the people who practise martial arts.
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastConvince a Little ManSend us a textOn this episode we look at peer pressure through the lens of fiction: how herd mentality or the need to fit in can influence otherwise rational and moral human beings to commit heinous crimes. Although all the references for this episode come from feature films, television programmes and literature, most are inspired by real events or are allegories for real events. Art can often offer a very helpful way to view ideas and the human condition. My desire with this piece is prompt thinking from a self-defence, defence of the self p...2022-03-1332 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Martial Art of Communication - Joe Saunders InterviewSend us a text"Your pain in my heart" - It's not a likely quote to see flying around the self-protection subculture and industry, but when it comes to better managing potential violence such thinking makes a world of difference. On this episode Australia's Joe Saunders of the "Managing Violence" podcast discusses the role of empathy in de-escalation ahead of his international tour of England and Switzerland along with a range of other related subjects. We also delve into areas not commonly covered in self-protection circles such as dealing with violent relationships in the workplace, extended family...2022-03-041h 15
Jamie Clubb's PodcastTheir Bloody ValentineSend us a textIt’s 5th February 1943 at the Olympia Stadium, Detroit, Michigan. Sugar Ray Robinson enters the ring to face his latest opponent. Robinson has fought 40 professional bouts now, not losing one, and has been dazzling audiences since his amateur days. Tonight is a rematch. The man standing across from the ring is Jake La Motta. The last time they met it he was described as a “human truck”. Robinson had won the match with what looked like relative ease on the scorecards and the audience had shown their approval. Giving away 10l...2022-02-122h 01
Jamie Clubb's PodcastAnd Yet We All Will MoveSend us a textThis episode discusses the way movement is often neglected in martial arts training. Shownotes/links:
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastPresilience & the Martial Art of Life (New Year Episode)Send us a textOur New Year episode is an interview with Dr Gavriel Schneider, a leader in human based risk management and the psychology of risk. He is a serial entrepreneur and has been running his own businesses since 2001. He was recently listed as one of only twenty Global Influencers in Security Thought Leadership for 2019 & 2020 as well as being awarded the risk consultant of the year 2019 (RMIA). He has conducted business in over 17 countries and provided a wide range of services for a very diverse client base ranging from heads of state to schoolteachers. ...2021-12-3059 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastCoal for Jersey Joe (Part 3) (Christmas Episode)Send us a textOur Christmas story concludes as Jersey Joe Walcott finds his "angel" in the unlikely form of a local gangster. He has had promises before but never one that comes with a basement full of coal. Can Felix Bocchicchio convince desperate Arnold Cream, supporting a family of eight, to come out of retirement and try to make it big in boxing for the sixth time. The world of racial oppression has changed with Joe Louis as the reigning world heavyweight champion since 1937, but how much? The world champion has cleaned house of a...2021-12-231h 14
Jamie Clubb's PodcastCoal for Jersey Joe (Part 2) (Christmas Episode)Send us a textThe second installment of the Christmas/New Year podcast story, "Coal for Jersey Joe". As Jersey Joe struggles to bring up a family and make enough money to eat, let alone fight, he finds himself languishing in the role of a journeyman boxer. Meanwhile Joe Louis faces his own problems as his journey to heavyweight championship of the world meets a stumbling block in the form of Max Schmeling. Jersey Joe demonstrates early signs of brilliance as his sparring partner as well as forecasting the problem that lies ahead. Elsewhere, ex-world champion Jack Jo...2021-12-2238 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastGuard Webinar on 27th DecemberSend us a textOn the day after Boxing Day Peter Jones of Kajuen Ryu has kindly booked me to teach for his excellent club for two hours. The subject will be stand-up guards, their strengths and weaknesses. I am particularly looking forward to teaching this ever evolving topic and hoping to put to bed a few myths that can circulate in our martial arts circles. Now, Peter has very kindly offered to open what was a workshop specifically for his club to the greater community. He is going to stream us via the magic of Zoom...2021-12-1607 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastCoal for Jersey Joe (Part 1) (Christmas Episode)Send us a textIn these special Christmas and New Year episodes I look at the Jersey Joe Walcott story. He is often considered one the most underrated heavyweight boxers in history. This is not another biography but a look into the background and conditions that made Walcott's fight to succeed so remarkable. We begin in December 1944 when the great fighter has given up on his dreams and look back at what created this situation. Shownotes/links:
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastMartial Movie Massacre: The Final ChapterSend us a textThis episode marks the conclusion of our annual martial movie massacre season. It might be the end of this particular tradition, depending on how the programming goes for next season and not to mention your all-important feedback. CCMA will be making some major steps forward with our provision of services in the New Year. I am still not entire sure what next year’s podcast theme will be, so again please let me know via the usual channels. From as long as I can remember, a proposed final instalment to a ser...2021-12-0851 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastMartial Movie Massacre X (part two)Send us a textThe second half of my selection of 10 movies that are either underrated martial arts films or non-martial arts films martial artists should watch.
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastMartial Movie Massacre X (part one)Send us a textMartial Movie Massacre returns for the first part of its 10th episode anniversary. For three years we have presented a tradition of looking at the dramatic fiction medium - movies and sometimes TV - to discuss what we like and dislike about its martial art content. Having spent two years and six episodes going through tropes and cliches in this subgenre, this year I have asked several of my guests to offer their recommendations on not only underrated martial arts movies but also non-martial arts movies that martial artists should watch. Now, it...2021-11-2746 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastSeason of the Witch Chapter Three (Halloween Episode)Send us a textChapter Three concludes this year's Halloween show with a discussion on the impact created by irrational fears and the real problems at the root of those individuals who commit crimes in the name of antagonistic dieties. We then discuss how fear of witches, teenage violence and the development of occult magical practices can provide us with lessons in short-term self-protection, long-term self-protection and martial arts history.
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastSeason of the Witch Chapter Two (Halloween Episode)Send us a textChapter Two of our annual Halloween show continues on from the tragic teenage crime of the previous episode and looks further back into history. Here we go through the philosophical and counter-cultural roots for the hysteria that became the Satanic Panic. Martial arts historians might start to note interesting parallels for the origin of invented traditions whilst self-protection teachers and students will see how bad assumptions can be dangerous in the hands of the learned.
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastSeason of the Witch Chapter One (Halloween Episode)Send us a textYear four of our Halloween tradition takes a look at lessons to be learned from crimes associated with the occult and crimes caused by fear of the occult. There is much to unpack in relation to both self-protection and martial arts. Chapter One looks at the bored and wayward teenager Ricky Kasso from Northport, Long Island, who became addicted to drugs, praised Satan and committed murder. Shownotes/links:
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastSpecial Message about Martial Movie Massacre XSend us a textMy apologies for the disruption but Martial Movie Massacre 10 will now be put back in favour of the annual Halloween edition of this podcast. Thank you for your patience. Shownotes/links:
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastSon of Martial Movie MassacreSend us a textThis episode we continue our annual “Martial Movie Massacre” event with contributions from these really excellent people. There’s Kris Wilder of the Back Channel and Martial Arts & Life podcasts, Mary Stevens founder of the Athena School of Karate and author of the Warrior Monkeys books, fabulous newcomer to the show, Vijay Pathak of Forest School of Karate, new guest but regular contributor to the questions section of the show, Daragh Breahnach of Navan Wing Tsun, Peter Jones founder of Kajuen Ryu Ju Jutus and author of “Ninja Nurse” returns with another reality check on ma...2021-09-051h 23
Jamie Clubb's PodcastMartial Movie Massacre VIII: The BeginningSend us a textThe annual Martial Movie Massacre event continues with this spotlight on 1980s US martial arts movies, the films that shaped the landscape for what I watched during my early training days. Using 1988 as our spotlight year and a stand alone comic-strip, we will look into the major changes that took place in the low budget world of US martial arts movies and the four icons that shaped the following decade. The 1970s martial arts movie scene had been largely dominated by the Kung Fu genre, mainly imported from Hong Kong. Enter th...2021-08-171h 01
Jamie Clubb's PodcastRevenge of Martial Movie MassacreSend us a textThe annual Martial Movie Massacre event takes a shift in direction away from cliches and tropes. This time our guest martial arts teachers discuss under-rated martial arts movies and non-martial arts movies they recocommend to martial artists. "Revenge of Martial Movie Massacre" features an interview with Hinnerup Karate's Jan Drachman, "Finding the Truth" podcast's Ben Myers and Andrea Harkins of "The Martial Arts Woman" website, podcast and book fame. There are also cameos from Mary Stevens of "Athena Karate" and Kris Wilder of "The Back Channel" podcast. Shownotes/links:
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastProgress versus Evolution - Iain Abernethy InterviewSend us a textOn this show I finally get a chance to invite my long-time friend, pragmatic karate pioneer and progressive traditionalists, Iain Abernethy, onto the show. Iain's impact on modern martial arts cannot be overstated. There is a good chance shows you listen to on martial arts were inspired and encouraged by this man. Iain had previously interviewed me on his own podcast and it was about time that he came over here. Our discussion centres on progress and evolution in martial arts. We go over a lot of misunderstandings and some great tangents that...2021-07-031h 13
Jamie Clubb's PodcastMisuse of Martial Science - Gretchen Carlson InterviewSend us a textThis episode's special guest, Gretchen Carlson has emerged as a leading critical thinker in the martial arts world. Her podcast, "Martial Journeys", champions science to teach better martial arts. In her discussion on this show we discuss the dangers of pseudoscience and the frequent misuse of science in the martial arts subculture. Shownotes/links:
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastWhy Role Models need to be Critical Thinkers - Mary Stevens InterviewSend us a textThis episode Athena School of Karate founder, children's author and secondary school teacher, Mary Stevens chooses three books that can benefit martial artists. Pulling no punches, we look at how certain books can better guide martial artists to improve themselves, others and their training environments. Topics range to looking at the reasoning behind one's actions to achieve the best outcomes, how being a good role model means more intelligent communication and, in line with this show's ethos, we look at the role of critical thinking. Shownotes/links:
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Warriorhood of Women - Andrea Harkins InterviewSend us a textThis special podcast's guest is Andrea Harkins of "The Martial Arts Woman" who discusses five female martial arts icons from history. Shownotes/links:
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastDon't Drink with Calvin - Kris Wilder InterviewSend us a textThis episode's guest is martial arts teacher, best-selling author and operator of the Back Channel and Martial Arts & Life podcasts, Kris Wilder. Kris, who began his martial arts journey in 1977, is respected internationally for his work. This discussion explores more efficient systems for martial arts teaching, learning and practice without gimmicks. Shownotes/links:
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Blood is Real - Phil Bedwell InterviewSend us a textWelcome to Season Four of the Clubb Chimera Martial Arts podcast. This season will include a series of interviews with some fascinating martial artists. My show has always been about ideas, eclecticism and authenticity. What better way to set the bar and tone for my future guest than my old friend, Phil Bedwell. Phil has been an avid martial arts cross-trainer his entire life, but he has not list field limit him. Not only has he expanded to health and fitness, but he is forever stretching his creative boundaries. I met him as...2021-01-171h 04Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Happy Principality (New Year Episode)Send us a textThe New Year's edition of the Clubb Chimera Martial Arts continues from the previous show in answering questions from martial arts/self-protection teachers and students. Subjects include young adult violence, good pressure testing and the importance of research. Looking at some seasonal stories, the show moves into a discussion on the importance of keeping connected and supporting fellow martial artists.
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastBah-Jutsu (Christmas Episode)Send us a textThe third annual Christmas edition of the official Clubb Chimera Martial Arts Podcast (Jamie Clubb's Podcast) continues our tradition of answering listener questions along with a Christmas ramble. In this episode I look at the semantic issue of self-protection and self-defence whilst also covering the reason why personal security might be trained without hard skills yet hard skills should not be trained without personal security. Next I am pinned down by the first five things I would teach about self-protection to a non-martial artist and a martial artist. Then we look a...2020-12-141h 06
Jamie Clubb's PodcastBoundaries and Fences (anti-bullying episode)Send us a textThis short episode is the audio version of a piece I wrote for the UK's annual anti-bullying week. Show Notes:
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastCrushing the Candy Man (Halloween Episode)Send us a textOur third Halloween show takes a look at the urban myth of Halloween Sadism and tackles the Stranger Danger gimmick. Halloween is the deadliest night and has the deadliest hour for child killings. It is also a night that sees raised levels of violence. However, in order to properly tackle these problems as self-protection teachers and students we need to look at the facts behind this after we crush the spectre of the Candyman. Show Notes:
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Jamie Clubb's Podcast10 Round Shadow Training PodcastSend us a textThis special edition provides you with another full train-at-home solo routine for skill development, cardiovascular fitness and muscular endurance via MMA shadow sparring. 10 minute warm-up and 10 x 3 minute rounds.Don't forget to check out the full video on YouTube
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastTales of Martial Movie MassacreSend us a textFor the fourth part of this mini series on martial arts movie tropes and cliches takes its cue from anthology films. Jamie Clubb interviews Jan Drachman (Hinnerup Karate) twice, offers his own contribution as from series favourite Gretchen Carlson (Martial Journeys of Madison) and Matt Stait (best-selling author of Online Martial Arts Evolution or Extinction?)The titles for each contribution are as follows: The Sound of One Fist PunchingBreaking GlassNinja Homeopathy Multiple MotivationsThe Complete FighterPut down the gloves and pi...2020-09-1741 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastDaughter of Martial Movie MassacreSend us a textThe third instalment in this series on martial arts movie tropes and cliches tackles the very definition of a martial arts movie. We are also joined by the great Iain Abernethy who gives his views on the unseen unreality. Put down the gloves and pick up the pop corn!Show Notes:
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastReturn of Martial Movie MassacreSend us a textThis year's editions of Martial Movie Massacre continue with even more content as we put to bed the myth that martial arts movies are largely responsible for martial art movie tropes and cliches. From "The Avengers" to "Bad Day at Black Rock" via the Eon James Bond franchise, the original Star Trek series and The Saint we look at the judo chop, the generic throw and the double-axe handle. These tropes and bad fight scene ideas emerged as Asian martial arts failed to get a foothold on the mainstream market until the 1970s...2020-07-2651 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastMartial Movie Massacre Strikes BackSend us a textDue to popular demand, "Martial Movie Massacre" is back! We have more shows, more guests and far more discussion on martial art movie tropes and cliches. This episode we ask whether martial arts movies - that is movies that have martial arts at the core of their plot and/or marketing - are to blame for many of the cliches and tropes we associate with them. Our guests on this show are Kris WIlder of "Back Channel" and "Martial Arts and Life" fame, and Mary Stevens of the Athene School of K...2020-07-1729 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Prince Charming OffensiveSend us a textTying together post-war crime, the swinging '60s, Shakespeare's villains, the Dark Triad, Ted Bundy and ninjas into a self-protection bundle, this episode delves into the dangers of charmers. Show Notes
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Facebook Event for my Webinar on 7th June
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Music "My Dark Passenger" by Darren Curtis
Beautiful and Damned
Handsome Brute
Strange Celebrity Connections
Secret Ninja Manipulation Techniques
David Pruder's Psychiatry and Psyc...2020-05-2848 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastFull Home WorkoutSend us a textThis special edition provides you with a full train-at-home solo routine for skill development, cardiovascular fitness and muscular endurance via MMA shadow sparring. 10 minute warm-up and 5 x 5 minute rounds.Don't forget to check out the full video on YouTube
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Striking Thoughts Podcast
Music Attributions Creed theme song / Workout, Training, Boxe, Motivation (No Copyright Music) Video Link: https://youtu.be/JuI...2020-04-1751 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastLaw & Disorder - "Striking Thoughts Crossover Edition"Send us a textThis special edition of Jamie Clubb's Clubb Chimera Martial Arts Podcast is a crossover event. This episode covers part one of Jamie's discussion with practical karate and self-defence legal specialist, Leigh Simms. The pair cover a range of different topics, including misconceptions regarding self-defence and the law, the value of having a principle-based approach to martial arts practice, developing good training habits and the importance of visualisation. Don't forget to subscribe to Leigh's show to get the next episode!Useful Links for this episode:
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastPinocchio's Valentine & the Handshake HitSend us a textThis episode explores possibly the most insidious area of personal security: falling in with the wrong company. Looking at the short and tragic life of the seventh St Valentine's Day Massacre victim as well as the way the oldest tricks in the book work consistently, even against the streetwise, we expose the importance of self-awareness. This is very much a part of the human condition and was something a native of 19th century Tuscany when he wrote the world's most published moral tale for children, Pinocchio. Self-Protection has long made the f...2020-02-1334 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Way of the Elephant (New Year Edition)Send us a textThis New Year's episode: listener questions answered. The CCMA podcast has listeners who are keen to put forward the big questions. In this show Jamie tackles the awkward problem of reconciling the clear dangers and limitations of realistically training children against the clear dangers they need realistic training to survive. Then he dives into the quagmire of dealing with harassment from a self-protection perspective. All of this and the great hot dog debate.Useful links for this episode:
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Way of the Bear (Christmas Episode)Send us a textTaking control is at the heart of self-protection attitude. This festive episode explores the concept of "taking away mummy" and developing the various attributes needed to have a realistic chance in a self-defence situation. Topics include children's self-protection training, stoicism, the value of losing and protecting others. Useful links for this episode
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"When Parents Aren't Around: A Young Person's Guide to Self-Protection" by Jamie Clubb
Clubb Chimera Pressure Test
"So You Think You Know Wh...2019-12-1331 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Way of the Shark Part IISend us a textThis episode concludes the CCMA overview of the controversy surrounding ground-fighting. We take a careful look at the criticism directed at Brazilian Jiu Jitsu during the early years of the Ultimate Fighting Championship and its standing today. The episode then discusses the validity of ground-fighting in self-defence training. Useful links for this episode
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"No Holds Barred" by Clyde Gentry
"Manwatching" by Desmond Morris
"The Gracie Way" by Kid Peligro
Sherdog's UFC I Anniversary Interviews
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastTrick or Toolbox (Halloween Episode)Send us a textThis year's Halloween Special delves into the disturbing case of the Toolbox Killers. What lessons can we take from their terrible crimes? At first glance this seemed like a simple case of be wary of approaching drivers when walking alone and the dangers of hitchhiking. However, a closer examination reveals that all of the victims had some good survival instincts - the first one wasn't even hitchhiking - and clearly we need to provide deeper self-protection education for our young to safeguard against predators of this nature.
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Way of the Shark Part ISend us a textThe great grappling art moved strategically through Brazil towards North America, propelled by ambition and a drive to be successful. The schools were just accessible enough to permit a rush of middleclass students in South America and a select few Hollywood celebrities in California. There was little other motion other than raise attention through combative efficiency in challenge fights, reinforcing the art’s dictum; a message that would be shouted far and wide across martial arts subculture...This episode the Clubb Chimera Martial Arts podcast dives into the world of ground-fighting. At...2019-10-2025 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastMartial Movie Massacre Part II: Magic, Woo & Mary Sue-JutsuSend us a textThe second part of these special extra podcasts features Ron Goin with two guest commentaries on tropes/cliches that affect both martial arts subculture and martial arts movies. Ron provides insight into the corrosive effect of belief in mysticism had undermined martial arts. He then focuses on the hackneyed device of the lone man martial art bar brawl.Regular podcast host, Jamie Clubb, explores discusses how magic is a legitimate part of martial arts history and tradition, but has no place in pragmatic practice. He also looks at the way indestructible...2019-08-1246 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastMartial Movie Massacre Part ISend us a textFrom special movies to ridiculous wardrobe choices to pulling foreign objects out of wounds, dusty fighters and beckoning fingers, the martial arts movie genre is dogged by some awful cliches. In this special extra episode Jamie Clubb invites five special martial art teacher guests onto his show to share their feelings on tropes that are not doing martial arts fiction any favours.
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Iain Abernethy
Gretchen Carlon
Peter Jones
Ando Mierzwa
Chris Jones
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Way of the Rabbit Part IISend us a textWe delve deeper into historic military justification for evading physical conflict backed up by one of the most famous and revered war manuals in history. Furthermore, we look at tactics to prevent a person from engaging in a fight, including prompting the aggressor's own flight response and practical systems of tactical escape. Show Notes:
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Tsukahara Bokuden – Samurai Legend
Brer Rabbit
Upcoming Vagabond Warriors Workshop Video
The Art of War by Sun Tzu
The Art of Fi...2019-06-3019 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Way of the Rabbit Part ISend us a textThis episode examines the rabbit icon and how it champions using guile and cunning over direct fighting. A scene from "Enter the Dragon" references a medieval tale about one of Japan's deadliest duellists who propagated defeating enemies without fighting. Show Notes:
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Tsukahara Bokuden – Samurai Legend
Brer Rabbit
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastVagabond Warriors Workshops July/AugustSend us a textFinally the Vagabond Warriors Workshops are here! I am on here to quickly talk about my upcoming Vagabond Warriors martial arts cross-training workshops this summer. These three hour intensive training sessions will cover Clubb Chimera’s approach to cross training. Each workshop will focus on a certain martial art discipline or concept and then we will train different ways to use it to add to, replace, compliment or enhance techniques from other martial arts as they best suit you. We will be working primarily towards the incorporation of martial arts into sel...2019-06-0803 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Way of the Ape Part IISend us a textThe second and concluding part of "The Way of the Ape" further explores the reality of martial arts evolution. We discuss the inevitability and unstoppable nature of change that underlies everything despite the desperation of some martial artists to cling to the past or attempts to replicate the past. We also look at how natural selection might not always be favourable to martial arts development. Show Notes:
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Way of the Ape Part ISend us a textThere are two erroneous arguments made about martial arts evolution. The first one is made by those who believe that the art they train is a perfect preservation of an historic or traditional fighting system. The second one is made by those who believe that newer martial arts will always be a positive progress on what has gone before. This episode and its sequel looks at the concept of evolution and the various ways it can be applied to the development of martial arts. Show Notes:
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Way of the Tyger: Fearful SymmetrySend us a textThis episode takes a look at fight dynamics and how they change when objectives change. We begin with a look at how striking and grappling dynamics change, then how dynamics between different combat sports before we delve into specific training and the difference between symmetrical and asymmetrical fighting. What makes a duel, a street fight or a contest different from an assault situation? How can knowledge from either cross over to benefit a martial arts student? Show Notes:
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Way of the Wolf Part IIISend us a textThe concluding part of Jamie Clubb's trilogy on the complex relationship between predatory behaviour and the martial arts subculture. This episode looks at the truth behind the machismo mythology embraced by some martial artists and the way different types of schools prey on their students and instructors...
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"The Gift of Fear" by Gavin de Becker
Jordan Belfort's Straight Line Persuasion Method
"The Wisdom of Psychopaths" by Kevin Dutton
"McDojo to Go?" by Jamie Clubb
A Killing Art: The Untold H...2019-04-0636 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Way of the Wolf Part IISend us a textMartial arts marketing meets the ways of the contrapreneur and the psychopathic predator. Should we be wary of the soft skills we teach in self-protection? Can a McDojo ever be honest? This episode picks up with the magical realism of Angela Carter and her understanding of the both predatory danger presented in the wolf allegory and its allure. Then we look at the machismo of predatory salesmanship and how it attracts martial artists.
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Jamie Clubb's Podcast"Old School Karate? Cobra Kai’s Fangs Examined" in Association with Bullshido (Extra)Send us a textIn association with Bullshido.Net Jamie Clubb presents the audio version of his review of the first season of Cobra Kai. Show Notes for this Episode
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Way of the Wolf Part ISend us a textThe wolf is a powerful icon and metaphor, used to exemplify a particular type of predator. . Wolves and humans have long shared hunting grounds, resulting in the extinction of wolves in some regions of the world and the earliest domesticaion of a species of wolf in the form of the dog. Human society has cast "The Big Bad Wolf" as the leading symbol for the main villain of any narrative. Balanced against this, humans have also derived many positive attributes from the wolf. However, amidst the confusion between metaphor and fantasy, other ideas...2019-02-1023 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastPlaying the Combat Game (Extra)Send us a textIn this special extra episode, Jamie Clubb discusses how fighters adapt to fight within their combat sport, how fights are manipulated within the rules of competition and how all this contrasts with the expectations of those who watch. Links for this episode
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On this Day: Frank Bruno beat Oliver McCall to win the WBC Title
Floyd Mayweather defeats Manny Pacquiao in Unanimous Decision
The Heel Fighter: Promotion & its Consequences (CCMA Podcast)
Mendoza the Magnificent: The Man who Re...2019-01-2126 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Way of the White MothSend us a textAttitude is arguably the most important component of self-protection. Without attitude, awareness is worth nothing and neither is anything else. In the first episode of the second season of the Clubb Chimera Martial Arts podcast Jamie Clubb looks at one of the most contentious aspects behind a survival attitude. By starting with an ancient poem as his starting point this episode touches upon a wide range of topics, including discipline, temptation, fear, WWI trenches, stoicism and, above all, hope.Resources for this Show:
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastResolution RevolutionSend us a textIn this special end of year episode Jamie Clubb concludes the questions he began answering in the previous episode. Topics covered include the relevance of self-defence in peaceful times, teaching non-physical skills in a physical way, obscene signs and the fence, and inspiration. Links for this episode
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Iain Abernethy
Leigh Simms
Gretchen Carlson
Kris Wilder
Sensei Ando
TW Smith
"The Better Angels of our Nature" by Steven Pinker
Critique of "Th...2018-12-2229 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastFestive FightSend us a textThe Christmas edition of the Clubb Chimera Martial Arts Podcast is the first part of a two-part episode (the second being the special end of year show). In this episode Jamie Clubb answers listener questions regarding online training, fighting taller enemies or opponents, time management, writing a book, introducing self-protection to a combat sport class and gives his opinion on Judo. The episode also focuses on a certain relevant Christmas tradition. Shownotes
The Four Quadrants of Time Management
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Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Yoga Myth Part IISend us a textThe story continues with an early debunking of the Shaolin Temple/Yoga connection. This show then continues with an examination of the development of Yoga as a form of physical exercise. The popular image of Yoga is dismantled. Then Jamie takes a look at the genuine links and parallels between martial arts Indian Yoga. Sources for this Show
The Yoga Body: The Origins of Modern Posture Practice
Mark Singleton responds to his critics
Early History of Asana by Amy Vaughn
On Politically Correct Treatment of Myths in the Chinese Martial A...2018-12-0425 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Yoga Myth - Part ISend us a textThis first episode of a two-part show looks at the relationship between Yoga and martial arts via a popularly accepted mythology. Jamie Clubb discusses how fighting systems from Shaolin Kung Fu to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu have embraced the modern image of Yoga to compliment their physical training. Useful Resources
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When Parents Aren't Around Seminar (Facebook Event Page)
Vagabond Warriors (Facebook Event Page)
"Yoga Body - The Origins of Modern Posture Practice" by Mark Singeton
"On Politically Correct Treatment of Myths in the Chinese Martial Arts" b...2018-11-1223 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Last Night of the GhoulsSend us a textIn this special edition of the Clubb Chimera Martial Arts podcast, we re-visit Halloween 1828 and the climax of a series of cold-blooded murders. Taking a self-protection eye, we look at how raw opportunity and circumstance tempted two infamous criminals to sell the lives of their own for profit. The podcast raises questions regarding victim selection and how it can be defeated through target hardening as well as the weaponising of alcohol by criminals, the importance of training against multiple attackers and on the ground, and the need to promote safeguarding in the community. 2018-10-3038 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Heel Fighter: Promotion & its ConsequencesSend us a textIn this special unscheduled episode Jamie Clubb looks at the fallout of UFC 229: Khabib vs McGregor and takes a look at the relationship between promotion and professional combat sports. Hatred, charisma, wit, irresponsibility, theatre and hype are all ingredients that have helped create some of combat sport's most colourful characters and ensure they have become a part of history. But why are we still outraged and surprised when fighters step over perceived lines? What choices do we have?Resources for the ShowClubb Chimera WebsiteRamsey Dewey's Video...2018-10-1637 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastThe Order of St GuinefortSend us a textIn this episode Jamie Clubb handles the controversial subject of martial arts elitism. Inspired by his own experiences of witnessing martial arts bullying and inspired by ex-soldier friends, Jamie looks at the cult and mythology that has grown up around the cult of protection. Is humanity really divided up into prey, predators and protectors?Links from the Show
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On Combat: The Psychology and Physiology of Deadly Combat in War and Peace by Lt...2018-08-1737 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastAftermath Part II: Curse of the Black DogSend us a textIn the second part of The Aftermath Jamie Clubb looks at the psychological impact on individuals following a conflict situation. From the extreme cases of the atrocities of World War I to dealing with self-recrimination over not acting in a certain way against an intimidating antagonist the black dog haunts many of us. This episode touches on the roots of this figure of fear and depression from its roots as a folkloric spectral being of British folklore to the metaphor that is often used today. Jamie also discusses the methods many use to...2018-07-0221 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastWrong Fu (Extra)Send us a text Wrong Fu by Jamie Clubb Support the show Support the show Support me on Patreon Buy "When Parents Aren't Around" Audiobook Clubb Chimera Website Clubb Chimera Martial Arts Facebook Group Clubb Chimera Facebook Page Clubb Chimera Twitter Clubb Chimera YouTube Clubb Chimera Instagram Jamie Clubb Books Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2018-05-2807 min
Jamie Clubb's PodcastAftermath Part ISend us a textThe first of a two-part episode. Jamie Clubb describes a dark episode in criminal history that exemplifies the infamous "Double-Tap" and examines it through the lens of popular awareness theories. This episode should prompt thoughts on a much neglected area of combative training.This episode's references:
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"Watch My Back" by Geoff Thompson
"Monsters of Weimar" including "The Sadist" by Karl Berg (1932) and "A Study in Sadism" by George Godwin (1937)
"Patterns of Conflict" presentation by John R. Boyd
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