Okinawa Karate Podcast
Joshua SimmersThe Okinawa Karate Podcast is the only Karate podcast from the Birthplace of Karate, Okinawa Japan.
Many listeners know that Okinawa is a very small island with a very large heart. This is ever true in the circle of Okinawa Karate. My goal with this podcast is to share some of this beauty with you.
Thank you for listening and I hope you enjoy.
Best Regards,
Josh Simmers
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| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 49 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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Cheyne McMahon Sensei and I talk karate, Brazilian JiuJitsu, promotions, teaching children and adults, Cheyne's nearly 40 year history and how he stays motivated to continue training, teaching, his thoughts on how karate should evolve.
Cheyne also c... more
We all have a mind’s eye. It’s the eye that our mind uses to create an image how we are doing something or more specifically, what we look like when we are doing something. Think about those times when sensei says “Do it like this” and you respond “I... more
We all have that one friend that always has the good ideas for creating some fun, that might be a bit on the edge and could come across as not appropriate or down right controversial. That friend that seems to always have a great idea that somehow en... more
We all know and can define a Sensei and Student relationship. One is teaching and the other is learning. Typically our sensei is the one we learn from and also from whom we receive rank or promotions. What if you learn from someone, not once or twice... more
June 23 is known as Irei no Hi here on Okinawa. Irei no Hi is the Okinawa Memorial Day and, just like Memorial Day observed in many other countries, is held to honor those that perished during war.
I cannot imagine a karate-ka around the world that... more
Training in martial arts should be fun. If it’s not fun, something needs to change, and that might be you.
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There's a meme that bounces around the social media platforms that reads "10 minutes with the right sensei is worth more than 10 years with the wrong sensei." Here I discuss my thoughts on that meme and my 10 minute conversation with the right sensei... more
In November 2023 my very good friend and budo brother, Tuari Dawson, visited Okinawa. Tuari is the host of The Invisible Sensei and A Life Indigenous Podcasts, two podcasts I encourage you to subscribe, listen and support.
Shortly after Tuari retur... more
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- Love it!
Appreciate the insightful interviews and honesty about the martial arts journey. A perfect podcast for karate and kobudo practitioners 🤗 inspirational for a neophyte like me!
Apple Podcasts5kapannier
Canada4 years ago - Keeps my interest
I practice a lot of Goju. This podcast is full of history, culture, and lessons.
Audible5Quintessa F.
United States4 years ago Josh cuts through the barriers people out up about Ryuha, and shows everyone that we are far more alike than different. And he does it all from the birthplace of Karate.Massive thanks to Josh for giving us a glimpse into the karate world on Okinawa.
Audible5JohnnyboyUnited States5 years ago- Outstanding!!!
Josh cuts through the barriers people out up about Ryuha, and shows everyone that we are far more alike than different. And he does it all from the birthplace of Karate.Massive thanks to Josh for giving us a glimpse into the karate world on Okinawa.
Audible5JohnnyboyUnited States5 years ago - OKP! What else is there to say!?
Coming to you from the birthplace of karate, Oki’nawa, Japan! I love listening to all the interviews and different karate teachers. Keep it up!
Apple Podcasts5MadMike108United States5 years ago - Brilliant insight into Okinawa
I’ve been listening to this podcast for a few years and have really enjoyed the hosts laid back attitude - exactly the same as Okinawan culture.
Josh has a fantastic ability to ask the right questions at the right time, and we have really been able to get a true glimpse into his guests.
I look forward to more and more episodes - he also sounds like Ron Swanson from the TV Show, Parks and Recreation.
Apple Podcasts5koshinkan
Australia5 years ago - Great podcast
Very great podcast, from the birthplace of Karate. All episodes are very cool and all these informations of all these great Karate guys from all over the world.
Great. Hope there are still more episodes in the future.
Love to listen to it, while I drive to work.
Greetings from Germany
Apple Podcasts5GojuRyuManu
Germany5 years ago - Best all-around Karate Podcast
You would think that karate would be a popular podcast subject but it isn’t. One of the few examples though is this podcast, Okinawa Karate Podcast (OKP). OKP provides a great all around karate podcast covering topics from Dogi reviews to history, old school masters to the next generation’s stars, and from traditional methods to modern applications. If you want to learn more about karate in the broadest sense this is the podcast for you.
Apple Podcasts5EYMuxenUnited States7 years ago - Outstanding
Josh is doing an awesome service for all practitioners of Okinawa Karate. Regardless of system there is always something to learn.
Apple Podcasts53strangelionsUnited States8 years ago - Great insider podcast
This podcast is a must have for anyone with a passion for karate.
Mr. Simmers is a legitimate karate practitioner living and training in Okinawa. He provides an unbiased look at the opportunity and reality of training in karate at its source. He is an open minded and enthusiastic ambassador, and it is fantastic to have his perspective available to anyone interested in karate.
Apple Podcasts5lrwrpUnited States8 years ago - From the Birthplace of Karate
Josh is doing a great job bringing interesting karate/martial arts/Okinawa kempo, directly from Okinawa.
Apple Podcasts5ForumFerretUnited States8 years ago
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Focusing on the rich cultural heritage and traditions of karate, this audio series features discussions with notable practitioners and instructors from Okinawa, the birthplace of karate. The host explores various aspects of martial arts, including training methods, historical significance, and personal anecdotes that humanize the art form. The conversations also emphasize the evolving nature of karate, covering topics from self-defense applications to the integration of other martial arts such as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, reflecting a dedication to personal growth and community building around martial arts.
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