In this episode, Gary Harper talks about his recent journey of research and discovery into the life of early Jujutsu (or ju-jitsu as it was known back then) pioneer, James Hipkiss. Anyone interested in getting hold of a copy of the republished version of "Self Defence Made Simple" by Hipkiss, can contact Gary directly at GHarper@hamerchilds.co.uk F…

In this episode, one of our most popular guests, Iaidoka Robert Boyd, is back! This time, Robert and Craig discuss all manner of things Iaido and budo related but specifically Robert's experiences of his first training visit to Japan. Check out Robert @scottish_kenshi on Instagram (and don't forget to follow @budoetc, too)! Follow us at @budoetc on…

Craig is joined by the amazing Chris Hanson of Karate Unity for a lively discussion covering a whole range of things from karate to cross training, and more! If you haven't already, check out Chris on Instagram @karateunity, on YouTube, and on facebook, as well as his website https://www.karateunity.ca/ Follow us at @budoetc on Instagram and don't …

Craig is joined by Dean Suter, creator and host of the Musha Shugyo podcast, for a discussion on preservation and promotion in the traditional, classical and contemporary martial arts. If you haven't already, check out Dean @mushashugyopodcast on Instagram and check out the Musha Shugyo podcast either directly at https://mushashugyopodcast.buzzspro…

Craig is joined by Miles Kessler, talking about Shu Ha Ri and much more. Check out Miles on Instagram @mileskessler and his website The Integral Dojo (www.theintegraldojo.com) In the episode, Miles mentions his free Shu Ha Ri reference guide which you can download here: https://store.theintegraldojo.com/shu-ha-ri-free-reference-guide (and don't for…

Craig is joined by special guest Jessica "@jessintokyo" Gerrity, talking about Kyudo (and other arts), life in Japan, and presenting traditional and classical arts to a modern audience. If you haven't already, check out Jess @jessintokyo on Instagram and her YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/jessintokyoblog (and don't forget to follow @b…

In this (Final) part of Craig's conversation with passionate Aikido practitioner and teacher, Nick Regnier, we talk about Nick's upcoming seminar, plans for the future and how to attract a new generation to the traditional arts, without losing their inherent values. Check out Nick @aspireaikidolondon on Instagram, https://www.aspireaikidolondon.co.…

This episode is Part Two of Craig's conversation with passionate Aikido practitioner and teacher, Nick Regnier, about his Budo journey, some of the personal challenges he has overcome, and his views on real life application. Check out Nick @aspireaikidolondon on Instagram, https://www.aspireaikidolondon.co.uk/ and, of course, his YouTube channel ht…

In this episode, Craig talks to passionate Aikido practitioner and teacher, Nick Regnier, about his Budo journey, some of the personal challenges he has overcome, and his views on real life application. Check out Nick @aspireaikidolondon on Instagram, https://www.aspireaikidolondon.co.uk/ and, of course, his YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/…

In this episode, Craig talks to Iaidoka, Robert Boyd, about how he started, his practice, Iaido today and how a new generation of Budoka might be encouraged. Check out Robert @scottish_kenshi on Instagram (and don't forget to follow @budoetc, too)! Follow us at @budoetc on Instagram and don't forget to sign up to our list at www.budoetc.com for the…

Focusing on "Goshinjutsu 護身術" (Self-Protection methods), in this episode we take a detailed look at the human Fight, Flight and Freeze response(s), including strategies and training methods to mitigate the negative effects and maximise those that can be advantageous. Follow us at @budoetc on Instagram and don't forget to sign up to our list at www.…

To keep you satiated while the next few full episodes of the Budo Etc. Podcast are in devlopment, Craig shares some personal recommedations of his favourite podcasts and current "go-to" reading material to keep you going while you wait. Note: Budo Etc. is not financially associated with, or incentivised by, any of the entities referred to in this p…

In this episode, we take a look at some of the works of Budo pioneer, E. J. Harrison (who was the first foreign born Kodokan Judo Black Belt). The episode looks at how Budo developed, and changed, during the early 20th Century and explores why a pure focus on "fighting methods" might not be the be all and end all... Follow us at @budoetc on Instagr…

Is 10,000 hours really the amount of time that it takes to master a Martial Art? In this episode, Craig looks at the origin of this myth, the historical context in which it emerged, and overlays his own thoughts on how this sits with Budo skill acquisition in the modern world. Follow us at @budoetc on Instagram and don't forget to sign up to our li…

In this episode, we take a look at one of the more esoteric (and nearly forgotten) elements of Budo: Kappo. Kappo were the resucitation and "first aid" methods that were traditionally taught alongside the better known combat and killing methods of classical Bujutsu schools for the purposes of preserving or even bringing back to, life. Follow us at …

In this episode Craig talks to the, seemingly simple, question of "What is Budo?". As well looking at the definition of Budo, including how the characters that form the word are constructed and why their meanings are relevant, the issue of whether getting hung up on definitions is actually useful is also explored. The Budo Etc podcase is now on Ins…

Welcome to the very first episode of the Budo Etc Podcast - a brand new space to discuss al lthings Budo related. We will be covering everything from Aikido to Zen (and everything in between). There's even space for discusion of those more esoteric elements that just don't get talked about much these days... In this episdode the Budo Etc. Podcast i…