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First Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20191223 - Jeremy Gets CyberbulliedFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20191223 - Jeremy Gets Cyberbullied2019-12-3024 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190916Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show):  1. If you had to start another martial arts company what would you do differently the second time? 2. Have you ever heard of coin throwing as a self-defense tactic? 3. It has been said that, "what is evil but the self seeking to fulfill its own secret needs?". Do you think this is true? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. If you'd like to have Jeremy read your question a...2019-09-1616 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190913Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show):  1. Your thoughts on minimalism as a lifestyle? 2. What would you think of the idea of actually being a martial arts therapist? 3. Imagine for a moment that you have spare time. What area of martial arts history would you like to study? 4. What do you think the martial arts would look like if they had been invented/developed today? In the West instead of the East? Tune in to watch, live, e...2019-09-1317 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190912 - Swords, Weapons, Weapon SparringToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): 1. Which sword from your collection is your favorite? 2. Imagine for a moment that you have traveled back in time. You have been challenged to a duel. You are given a choice of weapons (excluding explosives and firearms) what weapon would you choose? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answering questions!2019-09-1217 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190905 - Follow up on Master Ken and Mr. Joseph ConwayToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): 1. What is your favorite master Ken video? 2. What is the main thing you walked with from your interview with Mr. Joseph Conway? 3. Have you ever dreamed of doing a video with master Ken? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answering questions!2019-09-0514 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190902 - Jeremy's Dream Dojo (Training Space)Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy comes to you live from the car - hanging out in a Dunkin Donuts parking lot. He also takes a quick stab at answering some questions. 1. Have you been reading, listening, or watching anything interesting/fun during vacation? 2. If you could build a dream dojo what would it include? 3. It has been said that "the world is your dojo". What does this mean? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM...2019-09-0208 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190830 - Sparring in History, Martial Arts Movie Observations, Dogs!Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): 1. If you could go back in time and spar with anyone in history who would you choose? 2. If you could be a fly on the wall during the making of any martial arts movie (past or present) which would you choose? 3. What is your favorite breed of dog? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answering questions!2019-08-3014 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190829 - Sense of Adventure, Handling Too Much To DoToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show):  1. Where do you think you get your sense of adventure from? 2. You seem to be very busy. Any advice for those of us who don't like rushing? 3. Any advice on not freaking out if you have a whole lot to do? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. If you'd like to have Jeremy read your question and answer it live on a future episode, drop one in t...2019-08-2920 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190828 - Philosophy, Remaining PresentToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): 1. How familiar are you with Taoism? 2. How familiar are you with Confucianism? 3. What about Asian History? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answering questions!2019-08-2817 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190826 - Bruce Lee Contributions, whistlekick's Future, OvertrainingToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): 1. What do you think was Bruce Lee's greatest accomplishment? 2. Where do you see Whistlekick in 5 years? 3. Is there such a thing as overtraining? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answering questions!2019-08-2616 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190823 - Reflections on 36 Chambers of Shaolin MovieToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy chats about phone problems and answers some viewer questions. 1. Did the 36 chambers of Shaolin change your mind about martial arts films pre 1990? 2. What was the best part of the movie mentioned above? 3. Who was your favorite character? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answering questions!2019-08-2317 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190822 - Way of the Peaceful Warrior (and how it changed Jeremy's life)Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy answers some viewer questions. 1. It has been said that "there are no ordinary moments". Do you think this is true? (this quote is from Way of the Peaceful Warrior [book].) 2. How have the martial arts helped veterans? 3. It has been said that "physical fitness is its own self-defense". What do you think this means? (quote from sensei Ando) Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget...2019-08-2220 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190821 - Tai Chi & Martial Arts, Acupuncture, Improving FlexibilityToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show):  1. Have you studied the internal arts? 2. Do you think studying the internal arts is important to becoming a well rounded martial artist? 3. What are the benefits of receiving acupuncture treatment? 4. How can you improve flexibility for higher kicks? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. If you'd like to have Jeremy read your question and answer it live on a future episode, drop one in the c...2019-08-2128 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190820 - Building Unity in the Martial Arts, Supplementing Your TrainingToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): 1. What physical discipline would be the best supplement to martial arts training? 1. When will you do another episode of "who'd win"? 2. What can others do to bring about more martial arts unity? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answering questions!2019-08-2023 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190819 - Martial Arts vs Fine Arts, Chi, Favorite Parts of TrainingToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): 1. What similarities do you see between martial arts and the fine arts? 2. Are there any practical steps to take to improve one's inner strength or chi? 3. What is your favorite part of training? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answering questions!2019-08-1916 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190815 - Relaxation, Meditation, Martial Arts vs SportsToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): 1. What is your favorite way to relax? 2. Do you think meditation should relax or invigorate us? 3. What is it about attending martial arts classes helps people unwind during difficult times? 4. Why should people train in Martial Arts instead of doing the classical sports or why do you think people should continue to train in Martial Arts while participating in sports? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern...2019-08-1525 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190814 - Reasons for Starting and Continuing Martial Arts TrainingToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show) Jeremy addresses some viewer follow up of yesterday's conversation on Ohio and Ice Cream, then answers some questions including:  1. You have frequently asked guests "how did you get started in the martial arts?". What have been the most common answers? 2. Another question you have asked is "what is keeping you going?". What have been the most common answers? 3. What do you think the relationship between these answers says about martial arts? Tune i...2019-08-1424 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190813 - Ice Cream, Local PrideToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy starts a few minutes late, discusses ice cream and then talks about taking pride in the things around you. This all stems from these viewer questions. 1. What is your favorite flavor of ice cream? 2. Have you ever been to Ohio? 3. Have you ever had Graeters ice cream? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answering questions!2019-08-1315 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190812 - Dealing with Violent Scenarios, When to Call the PoliceToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks a bit about his weekend and answers some viewer questions.  1. As martial artists how should we react if we witness domestic abuse among family members? 2. How should someone react if a larger person is mentally ill and getting violent? 3. Is it enough in either of the above examples to simply tell someone to call the police? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to l...2019-08-1229 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190809 - Martial Arts Westerns, Upcoming whistlekick Book ReleaseToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show):  1. Over the years several martial arts tv shows have also had a western theme. Such as Kung Fu, Walker Texas Ranger, and Warrior. Why do you think this combination works so well? 2. When can we expect your book to come out? 3. Have you read Jackie Chan's book Never Grow Up? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. If you'd like to have Jeremy read your question and answer i...2019-08-0917 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190808 - Bruce Lee Contributions to Martial Arts, Warrior TV ShowToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show):  1. What have you learned from watching the show Warrior? 2. What do you think is the greatest contribution Bruce Lee made to the martial arts? 3. If Bruce were alive today do you think the martial arts would be different? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. If you'd like to have Jeremy read your question and answer it live on a future episode, drop one in the comments below. D...2019-08-0815 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190807 - Pros and Cons of Competition, Experiences with Competing, MoreToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): 1. Many people have a negative impression of competition. What is your view? 2. What life lessons do you think competition can teach us? 3. What are the pros and cons of competing? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answering questions!2019-08-0716 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy 20190806 - Making it to Black Belt, Starting New Habits, Tense SituationsToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): 1. What are the keys to making it to black belt? 2. Any advice for those who have trouble starting new habits? 3. What are some good ways to deescalate a tense situation? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answering questions!2019-08-0622 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190805 - Are martial artists smaller than average people, The QuestToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy recaps his weekend and then answers some viewer questions. 1. How is your finger healing? 2. Do you think that martial artists are smaller than the average person? 3. I Watched The Quest this past weekend. What was your favorite part of this movie? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answering questions!2019-08-0514 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190802 - Weight Lifting, Physical Strength vs Mental Strength, ProteinToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): 1. In terms of building strength which do you prefer weight lifting or stretching and why? 2. Which do you consider more formidable mental strength or physical strength and why? 3. What do you think of muscle milk and other such drinks? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answering questions!2019-08-0221 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190731 - Balancing Income and Impact, Seagal Movies, Non-Martial Arts FunToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show), Jeremy shows up late (again!) due to an uncharged cell phone, and shows off his wounded finger. Then he answers some viewer questions. 1. What are your thoughts on how to balance income and impact? 2. What is your favorite Steven Seagal movie? 3. What is your favorite thing to do with your martial arts friends outside of training? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your...2019-07-3114 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190730 - Van Damme Movies, Being Prepared, History of the whistlekick LogoToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show), Jeremy answers some viewer questions: 1. Tell us the story behind the Whislekick logo. 2. What is your favorite Jean Claude Van Damme movie? 3. Do you think car alarms are worth getting or are they just annoying? (Jeremy spins this conversation into one about being prepared, and how/why that's something for martial artists to pay special attention to.) Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave...2019-07-3021 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190729 - Starting New Habits, Martial Arts for ADHD, Sketchy School OwnersToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about his weekend training and answers some viewer questions, including: 1. It has been said that martial arts can be good for people with ADHD/ADD. Is this congruent with your experience? 2. You have commented in the past that you have trouble starting new habits. How do you overcome that? 3. What do you think are obvious signs that you're dealing with a sketchy martial arts school owner? 4. How do you deal with martial arts...2019-07-2923 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190726 - What would you ask Bruce Lee? Potential TED Talk, Overseas TravelToday on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show), Jeremy discusses his upcoming weekend plans and answers three viewer questions. 1. If you could interview Bruce Lee what would you ask him? 2. Assuming you had the resources would you ever consider going overseas for one of your media outlets? If so where would you first go? 3. Have you ever considered doing a TED talk? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in...2019-07-2617 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190725Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show), Jeremy answers these viewer questions. 1. How would you advise someone to quit bullying themselves? 2. What do you keep in your martial arts training bag? 3. Can you offer any advice on how to maintain balance (as in not falling down)? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answering questions!2019-07-2514 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190724Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): 1. What is the best martial arts joke you have ever heard? 2. Are there any martial artists on youtube you like to watch? 3. Have you ever seen someone break bricks in real life? If so what is the most number of bricks you have seen someone break? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answering questions!2019-07-2418 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190723Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show). Jeremy discusses his impending day of meetings and talks a lot about his process for the upcoming book he's writing. And recording! 1. What is your favorite Jet Li movie? 2. Of the self-defense books, you have read which is your favorite? 3. Have you read Living The Martial Way? If so what did you think? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the...2019-07-2323 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190722Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show), Jeremy struggles to wake up and clearly needs more coffee than he's going to get on the show. Through it all, he answers some viewer questions: 1. What is your favorite Bruce Lee movie? 2. Have you ever studied the Tao Te Ching? If not do you have any plans to study it in the future? 3. What aspect of the martial arts do you most enjoy reading books about? Tune in to watch, live...2019-07-2215 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190719Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show), a tired Jeremy discusses his weekend plans and responds to some viewer questions. 1. What makes the firearms question from the last show a can of worms? 2. What is your favorite Jackie Chan movie? 3. What do you think of the suggestion given below by Nishan Grout? ((One of the best ideas I heard when getting mugged. Keep a little cash, or a wallet with only a few bucks, maybe some old cards that are no longer active, and...2019-07-1911 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190717Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show), Jeremy talks about getting up early, his need for a vacation, and answers a few viewer questions. 1. What do you think is the best thing a student can do during class? 2. What is the worst thing a student can do during class? 3. How important is empathy for morality? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answering questions!2019-07-1715 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190716Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show), Jeremy answers three viewer questions. 1. How do you think being a martial artist has affected your moral character? 2. Have you seen how it affects the moral character of others? 3. Do you believe that there are any moral absolutes? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. If you'd like to have Jeremy read your question and answer it live on a future episode, drop one in the comments below...2019-07-1618 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190711Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show), Jeremy talks about the importance, even need, of asking for help in our daily lives. Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answering questions!2019-07-1113 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190710Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show), Jeremy laments his nasal voice that's lingering from last week's illness and answers a few viewer questions.  1. Have you ever considered making a master Hopkick stuffed animal or action figure? 2. Any suggestions on how to loosen up before class? 3. Which has had the biggest impact on you personally martial arts radio, martial journal or first cup? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. If you'd like to have J...2019-07-1017 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190709Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show), Jeremy talks about getting busy and how it impacted his first cup of coffee. He also discusses yesterday's episode of Martial Arts Radio with Shifu Chris Goedecke (aka Hayashi Tomio) as he answers three viewer questions. 1. What is kiko? 2. Has kiko influenced your training? 3. Have you learned anything more about kiko after the Shifu Chris Goedecke interview? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave...2019-07-0915 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 2019078Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show), Jeremy recounts his continued progress from last week's illness, discusses his weekend and offers up answers to viewer questions, including:  1. What role do you think nature (as in the outdoors) should play for someone living a martial arts lifestyle? 2. Situational awareness is often mentioned as a key to self-defense. How does someone stay aware without being on edge? 3. What danger signs should people look for when practicing situational awareness in everyday life? T...2019-07-0822 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190705Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): A still very-sick Jeremy talks about his brainpower-robbing illness and answers a few viewer questions. 1. Why do you think America has half the participation rate in martial arts compared to the rest of the world? 2. What is the most revolutionary thing you have seen happen in the martial arts in your lifetime? 3. How important do you think the character trait of independence is in being an effective martial artist? Tune in to...2019-07-0508 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190703Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show), Jeremy talks about his day, getting sick, resolving the internet problems of last week AND even answers a fun, 3-part viewer question: If you could travel back in time and interview any martial artist you wanted... 1. Who would you interview and why? 2. Where would you interview them? 3. Would you post the interview on Martial Journal, Martial Arts Radio or First Cup? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US...2019-07-0313 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190702 Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about his continued struggles with Monday, seeing martial artists in strange places, and answers some viewer questions.  1. What key factors contribute to an effective recovery after a martial arts class or a workout? 2. Of the above-mentioned factors which can be controlled on the individual level? 3. How would all of this be different for a person with a physically active job versus someone with a sedentary job?  Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the...2019-07-0218 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190701Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about his weekend in Maine with Team whistlekick, laments the continued saga of internet challenges, and answers some viewer questions. 1. To you what is a true martial artist? 2. If martial arts were conceived today how do you think it would be different? 3. Can you think of any famous people who practice martial arts but do something else for a living? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern...2019-07-0118 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy 20190626Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about how he almost had to do today's show from inside his car, the gift of losing internet, and answers three viewer questions: 1. When practicing forms for a belt test how do you know you are ready? 2. What is one thing you wish more people knew about self-defense? 3. Who is your least favorite character on Cobra Kai? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget...2019-06-2620 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremyrst Cup with Jeremy - 20190624Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy recounts the beautiful weather and activities of the weekend and his outlook on the need for personal time. (Despite what others may think of him!) Then, he answers three viewer questions. 1. You have said that you want to make martial arts cool. How do you think people can best go about doing that? 2. Which episode of Whistlekick martial arts radio has had the biggest impact on you so far? 3. You have spoken about the unique tools...2019-06-2421 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190621Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show), Jeremy talks about yesterday's launch of the #iamaMartialArtist project and answers some viewer questions: 1. What do you think is the most divisive issue in martial arts today? 2. What do you think is the most uniting issue in martial arts today? 3. What was your favorite part of going to Costa Rica? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. If you'd like to have Jeremy read your question and answer...2019-06-2117 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190620Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about feeling tired and off, and his plan to resolve that. Then he answers a couple questions from viewers. 1. It has been said that "being a good black belt isn't necessarily something you can define but its something you can recognize". What would be the characteristics of a good black belt that you can define? 2. Has anyone ever considered doing a book review of any of Dan Millman's books on martial journal? ...2019-06-2008 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190619Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy returns to live shows after his trip to Costa Rica and answers four viewer questions. 1. What was your favorite part about being a school owner? 2. If there were a martial arts capital of America where would it be? 3. Have you seen any of Chuck Norris's movies? If so which is your favorite? 4. My question is, what is your fit test? I hear folks say in a minute you have to do 29 pushups  I also h...2019-06-1922 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190614Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy comes to you pre-recorded as he's traveling early today. But a kind viewer sent in extra questions for this episode! 1. So much time is spent in class developing physical skills and strength. What about developing chi or inner strength? 2. What is one thing you wish more people knew before going into competition? 3. What are some low-cost ways a school owner can improve there school? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30...2019-06-1419 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190613Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about his upcoming semi-vacation and answers some viewer questions. 1. If you could train in any fictional martial arts school/dojo/academy etc where would that be and why? Fictional in this case meaning movies, tv, books, comics, manga, video games and all that. 2. What martial arts tv shows are on your must-see list that you haven't seen yet? 3. What martial arts movies are on your must-see list that you haven't seen yet? 2019-06-1314 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190612Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show):  Jeremy answers three viewer questions and shows off the brand-new, official First Cup mug, available at whistlekick.com 1. What do you think is the greatest benefit of practicing martial arts in terms of mental health? 2. Name three of your favorite random acts of kindness? 3. How do you think the state of martial arts will change in this country over the next five years? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US E...2019-06-1219 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190611Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy discusses his unproductive Monday, upcoming travel plans and answers three questions from viewers. 1. Will the upcoming discontinuation of iTunes affect our martial arts radio experience? 2. Should students stretch before class if it is not done during class? 3. What do you think is the greatest benefit of practicing martial arts in terms of physical health? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions...2019-06-1119 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190610Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy recaps the excitement of his weekend and celebrating his 40th birthday, and also answers three viewer questions. 1. You have said you have learned how to function better while being tired. Please share what you have learned. 2. Favorite martial arts book? 3. Favorite book about life? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. If you'd like to have Jeremy read your question and answer it live on a future...2019-06-1017 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190607Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about his weekend plans, including his biggest birthday, yet: turning 40! And he answers three viewer questions. 1. How was the book way of the peaceful warrior a transformational book for you? 2. Do you agree with Socrates when he essentially says there is no higher calling than to serve others? 3. What do you think is the books main message? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget...2019-06-0721 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190606Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about how tired he is, offers up a bit of advice on caloric restriction, and answers three viewer questions. 1. Why do you suppose that a humble person tends to get into less trouble than someone who is arrogant? 2. Have you ever seen someone's kindness be mistaken for weakness? 3. It has been said that "character is destiny". Do you think this is true or false? Tune in to watch, live, every...2019-06-0621 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190605 Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about his evening with friend and past Martial Arts Radio guest Mr. Daniel Hartz, and answers three viewer questions:  1. Have you read the book Way of the Peaceful Warrior or seen the film? If so in what ways do you think it is relevant to the martial arts? 2. How can we best "check our egos at the door" when going to class? 3. It has been said that "fear is the only darkness". How does this relate to martial arts and life?  Tune in to wat...2019-06-0522 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190604 Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy recaps his weekend with the Superfoot Joe Lewis Martial Arts System crew in Tampa, Florida and answers 3 viewer questions.  1. What effect do you think the internet has had on the martial arts? 2. Is there such a thing as taking competition too far? 3. Were you wearing a mouth guard when your tooth was chipped?  Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. If you'd like to have Jeremy read your question and answer it live on a future episode, drop one in the com...2019-06-0414 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190603 This morning on First Cup, Jeremy sits down with friends and past Martial Arts Radio guests Dennis Campo and Paul Millholen. This show was pre-recorded from the 2019 Superfoot - Joe Lewis Conference in Tampa, Florida, where we came to train with Bill Wallace.  The conversation today features some different flow and a different vibe than you're used to. Hope you enjoy it!  Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. If you'd like to have Jeremy read your question and answer it live on a future episode, drop one in the comments below. Don't forget to sub...2019-06-0311 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190531 Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy's on a plane! So he recorded this episode ahead of time.   So, he makes up his own questions and answers them. :)  Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answering questions! 2019-05-3112 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190530Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about his lack of sleep, weekend travel, and training plans with the Superfoot organization, and answers a few viewer questions. 1. How effective is it to use imagery in martial arts? 2. Do you think that firearms should have a place in someone's self-defense plan? 3. How do martial artists deal with pain so effectively? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in...2019-05-3018 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190529Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy recaps why he relishes the soreness and discomfort that comes from participating in the CrossFit Memorial Day "holiday" workout named Murph, and answers three viewer questions: 1. Are you a fan of Star Trek? 2. Who is your favorite Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle? 3. What is your favorite martial arts training event? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves...2019-05-2915 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190528Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy recaps his weekend, including a very late night helping a friend, talks about last night's live episode 400 of Martial Arts Radio podcast, and answers some viewer questions: 1. What's your favorite martial arts tv show? 2. Do you read any martial arts magazines? 3. Do you listen to any martial arts podcasts? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. If you'd like to have Jeremy read your question and answer...2019-05-2816 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190524Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about the upcoming busy weekend and the difficulty with getting all of his work done lately. Then he answers 3 viewer questions: 1. I know you've covered long layoffs and injuries before on Martial arts Radio but I'd like to know your thoughts on Changing syles after a long (years) lay off. I just started TKD after not being active for several years in Shorin Ryu. Now several pounds and a bad knee [later] and pushing 50. Its tough but I'm loving...2019-05-2416 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190523Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy recaps his Wednesday, talks about the release of Episode 399 of Martial Arts Radio (available here on YouTube) and speaks a bit on the subject of bullying. He also answers three viewer questions: 1. Do you see any parallels between chess and martial arts? 2. Why do you think so many martial artists also have an IT background? 3. If a study were done of black belts what do you think would be the top 3 most common majors they choose...2019-05-2315 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190522Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about his busy days and week and answers two viewer questions. 1. If avoidance/de-escalation is so important why is it not discussed more in martial arts schools? 2. It has been said that "reality often astounds theory". How do you think this applies to martial arts? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time. Don't forget to leave your questions in the comments, Jeremy loves answering questions!2019-05-2215 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190521Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about his strategy for remaining productive when work/life feel overwhelming and answers two viewer questions. 1. Have you ever done an episode on improvised self-defense weapons? 2. Where can you get a gi (martial arts uniform) for larger people? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time.2019-05-2113 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190520Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about his busy weekend driving around Maine and answers some viewer questions. 1. What is the difference between self-defense and criminal action? 2. Why don't more people step up to check bullying behavior? 3. How does silence relate to martial arts and training? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time.2019-05-2018 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190517Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about blowing a car tire yesterday, weekend plans, and answers viewer questions. 1. What style of kenpo/kempo do you train? 2. It has been said, "it's better to be tried by twelve than carried by six". What do you think of this familiar self-defense saying? 3. Have you ever given chess a try? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time.2019-05-1716 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190516Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks a bit about the memorial service he attended yesterday, his plans for the day and answers viewer questions. 1. If you could have any computer, what would it be? 2. Who is your favorite character from Cobra Kai? 3. What lesson have you taken from Cobra Kai? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time.2019-05-1617 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190515Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about his challenging day yesterday, today's plan to attend a memorial service and deliver a eulogy for a woman who was substantial in raising him, and answers some viewer questions: 1. How would you teach someone who had a learning disability and a difficult time remembering? 2. What is your favorite whistlekick product? 3. If you could have any car, what would you choose? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US...2019-05-1518 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190514Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy shows the unseasonal snow in his backyard, talks about having a poor night's sleep and answers a few viewer questions. 1. In this information age we have so much at our fingertips. With all that information how can we as bruce lee said empty our cup? 2. You have said that you do not always deal well with people saying you need to do this or that. How do you reconcile that part of you with needing to learn so...2019-05-1416 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190513Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about his weekend, the joys of waking up without an alarm clock, progress on his book, and more. He also answers three viewer questions: 1. At what point did you realize you belonged in martial arts? 2. What is the hardest weapon to defend against? 3. What is one thing you wish more martial artists did to make the world a better place? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern...2019-05-1315 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190510Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about having a challenging day, yesterday, and the differences between disagreeing with someone and judging them. and answers 3 viewer questions: 1. Have you ever been to Asia? 2. What qualities make for a good martial arts instructor? 3. What form is the hardest for you to teach? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time.2019-05-1017 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190509Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy answers three viewer questions: 1. Have you ever considered starting a non-profit? 2. What is the hardest martial art weapon to learn? 3. It has been said that some bosses are right because they are the boss. Other bosses say they are right because they got it right. Which do you think applies most to the martial arts in this country and do you think that is how it works in other countries? ...2019-05-0920 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190508Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy answers a couple viewer questions: 1. What is right and what is wrong with the current state of martial arts? 2. What are the top three reasons people drop out of martial arts training? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time.2019-05-0818 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190507Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks a bit about the challenging week he's having - car problems, client problems, etc. And then answers four viewer questions: 1. Do you train in ITF or WTF (WT) Taekwondo? (And he offers up a bit of the difference between the two) 2. Can you teach humility? 3. Is running a common part of black belt testing? 4. What's one thing you wish people knew about martial arts? Jeremy answers the question...2019-05-0716 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190506Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about his weekend, including the successes of Team whistlekick at a competition, and answers three viewer questions: 1. What is the best sort of cardio training for martial artists? 2. Have you ever seen someone fight blindfolded? 3. What martial artists have you found most inspiring? Tune in to watch, live, every weekday, 6:30AM, US Eastern Time.2019-05-0605 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190503Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy answers some listener questions. 1. It has been said that peace is more important than triumph. What does this mean? 2. When will whistlekick do a show on proper foot support? (Jeremy goes on to give a lesson on shoes, being barefoot, etc. He also talks about the brands of shoes he wears and why.) 3. What is your favorite clothing item? 4. What states or countries do you want to visit? 2019-05-0319 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190502Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy answers a record FIVE viewer questions! -What is the difference between someone who is angry/frustrated and a bully? -What is the easiest martial arts weapon to learn? -If you could only train in one martial art for the rest of your life, what would it be? -Should all martial artists be required to strength train? -When you say you are a martial artist, do you "train"...2019-05-0214 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190501Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about his upcoming day, Episode 400 of whistlekick Martial Arts Radio (our other podcast/show) and answers two viewer questions: 1. What are your worst martial arts injuries and how did you recover? 2. What are the difference between tactics and strategy? He also spends some time discussing Gary Reinl, who is leading the movement against using ice on injuries. (Ice is silly, stop giving yourself frostbite to promote healing!) ...2019-05-0116 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190430Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy answers a record THREE viewer questions! ;) 1. How do you stay motivated and energized for training when you work a physically demanding job? 2. Of all the lessons you've learned in martial arts, which do you use most, day to day? 3. How can we get more adults involved in martial arts?2019-04-3017 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy 20190429Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about his weekend, including the new car he purchased, working outside over the weekend (turning downed trees into firewood) and answers two listener questions. - How would the world be a better place if more people trained in martial arts? -How do people change after training for 10 years or more?2019-04-2913 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190426Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy answers listener questions about starting a whistlekick line of coffee, talks about his different black belt tests and which was the most challenging, and responds to a  viewer question about how to handle a bully in the workplace - specifically, your boss.2019-04-2617 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190425Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy reanswers viewer questions from yesterday, and today's video goes all the way without crashing! Woo! 1. What is the value of breaking, and why do some martial artists discount the value of breaking boards, blocks, etc? 2. What is Jeremy's favorite thing about being a martial artist? 2 answers! 3. How can you learn to be more present if you have ADHD?2019-04-2515 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190424Unfortunately, this episode is incomplete due to technical difficulties. :( Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy attempts to answer viewer questions. But he'll answer those tomorrow.2019-04-2403 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190423Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy answers a viewer question about the most significant experience of his martial arts career.2019-04-2311 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190422Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about Team whistlekick's training this weekend, other weekend events, and answers a viewer question on health, and staying healthy as part of being a martial artist.2019-04-2216 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190419Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about weekend plans, the need for adequate sleep (and what that means), hanging out with Team whistlekick, and answers a viewer question about how to develop a fighting spirit as a martial artist.2019-04-1915 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190418Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about the importance of creativity in life and martial arts, and discusses how he sees gardening a similar creative endeavor to training.2019-04-1813 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190417Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about the new coffee he's drinking, how the show continues to grow, and answers a viewer question about which personality traits make for a good martial artist. Of course, Jeremy answers the question in multiple ways, which leads to some interesting conversation and even some thoughts on martial arts as a process versus a "goal."2019-04-1715 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190416Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about the flooding happening in Central Vermont, how he approaches that from a preparation standpoint, answers a viewer question about meditation - and does he meditate, discusses the burning of the Notre Dame cathedral, and waxes philosophical about the impermanence of man and why you should work to remain present in the moment.2019-04-1612 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190415Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about his weekend, answers a viewer question about the current level of martial arts participation in the US (and how we can improve it), enjoying the process of martial arts training and not just the "endpoints" like rank advancement, his favorite nutritional supplements, and more.2019-04-1512 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190412Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about the value of persistence and how it's helped the whistlekick Martial Arts Radio podcast grow over the years, how developing skills can lead to greater skills and opportunities, and answers viewer questions about his nose ring and Bolo Yeung.2019-04-1212 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190411Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about the release of Martial Arts Radio episode 387, on the benefits of training with weapons, shouts out Scott Bolon, Editor in Chief of Martial Journal for feeding him episode 205 - the episode Jeremy did on drills for training basics, and answers the viewer question: what percentage of time should you spend on basics, forms, and sparring?2019-04-1115 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190410Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about the current snow conditions in his backyard in Vermont, and the importance of forms in martial arts - as well as how he believes they're the pinnacle of martial arts training. Whether you call them forms, patterns, poomsae (poomse), tul, hyung or kata, they're an important part of martial arts. Are they the best way to become a great fighter? Of course not, but that doesn't mean they're not useful.2019-04-1012 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190409Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The whistlekick  Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about some of the plants he's starting for his garden this year and goes in-depth on joint health and recovery, and why immobilizing an injured body part is counterproductive. And why walking is therapeutic. Of course, he's not a doctor, so you shouldn't listen to any of his health or medical advice at all.2019-04-0911 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190408Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy answers viewer questions about his favorite YouTube Channels and favorite dog breed.  He also talks about today's release of the whistlekick Martial Arts Radio interview with Miss Shannon Lee, daughter of Bruce Lee. They discuss the release of the new show, Warrior, from HBO (airing on Cinemax) based on the writings of her late Father.2019-04-0812 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190328Today on First Cup with Jeremy, we talk about Jeremy's favorite superhero - and why it's not Batman. We talk about Episode 383 of whistlekick Martial Arts Radio, which discusses hierarchy in the martial arts. And Jeremy lays down some advice on tracking progress in your martial arts training other than simply watching rank.2019-03-2812 minFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with JeremyFirst Cup with Jeremy - 20190326Today on First Cup with Jeremy (The Martial Arts Morning Coffee Vlog Show): Jeremy talks about the nomination run-off happening right now, for Martial Arts Movie March Madness at Martial Journal, the wonderful massage he had yesterday, why he slept so well last night, and a viewer question. What would it take to open a whistlekick martial arts school? Jeremy talks about the different ways that could happen, his resistance to each type, and the one way that it might actually happen.2019-03-2611 min