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Kung Fu Conversations

Kung Fu Conversations
Wing Chun
Martial Arts
Chinese Martial Arts
Bagua
Tai Chi
Xingyi
Daoism
Kung Fu
Xing Yi
Qi Gong
Martial Arts Training
Self-Defense
Taiji
Northern Shaolin
Bruce Lee
Chinese Culture
Taekwondo
Nei Dan
Internal Martial Arts
Dong Hai Chuan

An ongoing conversation about Kung Fu philosophy, practice, and training for the Kung Fu curious and old school practitioners of any style. Featuring honest bi-weekly discussions and interviews about current events, training, the long history of Chinese Kung Fu, and its meaning and relevance to today's practitioners. With over 50 years of experience teaching, training, and using internal and exter... more

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In this episode Randel and Owen continue their talk with Carina Cirrincione and Jim Dees of Southern Arizona Wing Chun and Raven Studios.

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In this episode Randel and Owen talk with Carina Cirrincione and Jim Dees of Southern Arizona Wing Chun and Raven Studios.

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Carina and Jim have been training in Wing Chun since 1993 and 1989 respectively. Both are certified instr... more

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Jim Dees
Wing Chun practitioner and instructor
Southern Arizona Wing Chun / Raven Studios
Episode: Wing Chun, Teaching and Training, Carina Cirrincione and Jim Dees - Southern Arizona Wing Chun/ Raven Studios - Ep #108 - Interview #41 pt2
Carina Cirrincione
Wing Chun practitioner and instructor
Southern Arizona Wing Chun / Raven Studios
Episode: Wing Chun, Teaching and Training, Carina Cirrincione and Jim Dees - Southern Arizona Wing Chun/ Raven Studios - Ep #108 - Interview #41 pt2
Ben Cherrington
Coach at Middle Park High School Wrestling; former NCAA champion and college coach
Middle Park High School Wrestling
Episode: MMA, NCAA Wrestling, Training and Coaching - Ben Cherrington - Ep#106 - Interview #40
Justin Meehan
Guest, martial artist and interviewee
Episode: Chen Taiji Training with Feng Zhi Qiang, Zhang Xue Xin - J. Justin Meehan - Ep#105 - Interview #39
Scott Rodell
Lao Shi, renowned teacher of Jianfa, Chinese Swordsmanship
Seven Stars Swords / Academy of Chinese Swordsmanship
Episode: Returning Swordsmanship to China - Scott Rodell - Ep# 103 - Interview #38
Hai Yang
Kung Fu master specializing in Xingyi, Taiji, Ba Gua and Qi Gong
Self-described lineage teacher, Canada
Episode: Ep# 102- Interview #37 - Hai Yang - Qi Gong, Chen Taiji and Xingyi Training and Teaching pt1
Michael Herrera
Sifu, Wing Chun teacher and author
Sifu Karl Wing Chun lineage (via guest)
Episode: Ep# 101- Interview #36 - Sifu Michael Herrera - Wing Chun Teaching and Training
Damo Mitchell
Renowned martial artist and teacher known for his deep knowledge and refreshing perspective.
Episode: Ep #95 - 2025 End of Year Review
Sifu Jacques
Practitioner of pre-Hong Kong Wing Chun and Seven Star Mantis.
Episode: Ep #95 - 2025 End of Year Review

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Owen Schilling
Host of Kung Fu Conversations (co-host); long-time practitioner and teacher with deep involvement in internal and external arts.
Randel Davis
Co-host of Kung Fu Conversations; experienced martial artist and educator with practical teaching and boxing/martial arts crossover experience.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Choy Li Fut

    Thanks for hosting Kuttle and Wu Dao lady they were so informative. Be great to hear a Wah Lum interview.

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    Skip in Bayou
    United Statesa year ago

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Returning Swordsmanship to China - Scott Rodell - Ep# 103 - Interview #38
Q: How do you introduce new students to Chinese swordsmanship without overwhelming them?
Start with core concepts like danxing and deflecting with the blade's flat, then add basic cuts and body mechanics, followed by solo practice and partner drills to build practical understanding before expanding to full sparring or demonstrations.
Wing Chun, Teaching and Training, Carina Cirrincione and Jim Dees - Southern Arizona Wing Chun/ Raven Studios - Ep #108 - Interview #41 pt1
Q: How did you two meet and decide to date given your long histories at the school?
We knew each other for years at the Wing Chun school, but the relationship sparked after a Friday night when one of us invited the other to dinner; from there the dating continued and we eventually began teaching together.
Chen Taiji Training with Feng Zhi Qiang, Zhang Xue Xin - J. Justin Meehan - Ep#105 - Interview #39
Q: How did you first get introduced to Master Feng and begin studying his system?
I was brought to China by Anthony Chan and later connected with Feng through that network; the experience of studying directly with Feng, including the 1981 trip, marked a turning point in my understanding of Chen Taiji and the Hun Yuan integration.
Ep# 102- Interview #37 - Hai Yang - Qi Gong, Chen Taiji and Xingyi Training and Teaching pt2
Q: So I was going to ask, this is sort of, so I've got two parts to this question, but the first part is, do you, so you were saying, you know, at the higher levels of like Qi Gong practice, it becomes similar to meditation. Could you say the same thing in relationship between Qi Gong and martial arts practice? Or is it still very separate?
Hai Yang explains that Qi Gong and meditation focus on internal energy and awareness, while martial arts remains an external, physically expressed practice; the two are fundamentally different systems, though they can be integrated at the energy level without collapsing their distinct objectives.
Ep# 101- Interview #36 - Sifu Michael Herrera - Wing Chun Teaching and Training
Q: Where in the process did your teachers start introducing weapons into Wing Chun training?
Weapons training began with Ba Jiam Do and Long Pole, enriched by Karl's exposure to sword and fencing masters, which influenced how forms and ranges are visualized and practiced.

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This show explores Kung Fu through philosophy, technique, and teaching, pairing two veteran practitioners who unpack traditional and modern approaches with practical, no-nonsense discussion. Episodes mix deep dives into internal and external arts with real-world teaching insights, student progression, and cross-pollination between disciplines. A standout is the candid, long-form conversations that blend personal history, lineage context, and accessible explanations, making complex concepts approachable for both curious beginners and seasoned practitioners. The format often foregrounds teaching methodology, practical application, and the evolving relationship between traditional arts and Western training environments, which helps listeners g... more

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1. Jim Dees
2. Carina Cirrincione
3. Ben Cherrington
4. Justin Meehan
5. Scott Rodell
6. Hai Yang
7. Michael Herrera
8. Damo Mitchell

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