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Life Unraveled Podcast

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Jiu-Jitsu Unraveled #53 with Ryan Stephens

February 23, 2024 16:34 - 2 hours - 256 MB

Join us for a long-awaited conversation on martial arts, self-defense, and life as I sit down with my friend and jiu-jitsu black belt, Ryan Stephens, affectionately known as 'Coach Thanos.' After years of anticipation, we finally got the chance to delve into various topics ranging from training methodologies to personal insights. I found myself genuinely engrossed, and it was tough to bring our discussion to a close. I'm eagerly looking forward to having Ryan back on the show for more captiv...

Jiu-Jitsu Unraveled #52 with Richard Bresler

January 31, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 219 MB

Richard Bresler, a sixth-degree black belt in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and Rorion Gracie's first student in LA, shares insights into some of the most historic events in martial arts. A quick online search reveals articles and photos of Richard alongside Hélio Gracie at UFC1 or training at the original Gracie Academy with notable members of the Gracie clan or the notorious Dirty Dozen (the first Jiu-Jitsu black belts in the United States). Rorion stated that Richard "is undoubtedly one of the pillars...

Jiu-Jitsu Unraveled #51 with Chris”Bones” Burns

November 07, 2023 13:55 - 1 hour - 131 MB

Chris Burns is a long time student and second degree black belt under Master Rickson Gracie. He is back on the show to talk about his recent travels, teaching, training, and more!

Jiu-Jitsu Unraveled #49 with Scott Burr

October 22, 2023 15:16 - 1 hour - 141 MB

Scott Burr is a third-degree black belt under Master Rickson Gracie and Steve Maxwell, and is the co-author of Worth Defending: How Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Saved My Life, Richard Bresler's bestselling memoir of his over 40 years' involvement with the Gracie family and Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. In this episode, Scott and I discuss some of his strategies for writing, interviewing, and publishing, as well as how some of his past and present projects came together. We discuss his involvement in editing Rober...

Jiu Jitsu Unraveled #48 with Matt Blank

April 10, 2023 19:04 - 1 hour - 141 MB

MMA Unraveled #37 with Jim Ginter

April 10, 2023 18:57 - 1 hour - 189 MB

Jim Ginter is a lifelong martial artist, multi-art black belt, owner of Maximum Martial Arts in Flagstaff, AZ, a business guru, and an all around great guy! I know Jim through the Superfoot System and my martial arts instructor and multi time former guest on the podcast, Danny Dring. Jim shares Superfoot stories, business ideas, training with Chris Burns. Jim has a lot perspective from spending 40 years on the mats training in the martial arts. This was truly a great conversation and I hope ...

MMA Unraveled #36 with Dr. Jerry Beasley

April 05, 2023 14:43 - 58 minutes - 109 MB

MMA Unraveled #35 with Jim Graden

March 17, 2023 21:50 - 1 hour - 176 MB

Jiu Jitsu Unraveled #47 with Blake Dvorak

March 03, 2023 00:11 - 1 hour - 156 MB

Jiu Jitsu Unraveled #46 with Steve Hiscoe

February 28, 2023 23:29 - 1 hour - 127 MB

Steven Hiscoe is the Owner and Chief Instructor of Hiscoe Jiu-Jitsu in Chilliwack BC. Sensei Steve is a lifelong martial artist and a 9th degree black belt in Can-Ryu Jiu-Jitsu. He is also a veteran police officer with over 30 years of experience and has been a use of force instructor for over 20 years. Steve also actively trains Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and we have a great conversation about all things martial arts. Thank you for tuning in and enjoy the show.

MMA Unraveled #34 with John Johnston

February 28, 2023 23:24 - 1 hour - 186 MB

"Big John" Johnston is the owner of Iron Clad Martial Arts in Wilmington, Massachusetts. Big John has trained with the veritable who's who in MMA and alongside of of the biggest stars in from the Spike/Early TUF era of the UFC. John is on the show to share about his training methodologies, businesses, fighting career as a pro heavyweight, and much more. Thank you all for listening.

Jiu Jitsu Unraveled #45 with Chris Burns

February 21, 2023 20:29 - 1 hour - 156 MB

Chris Burns is an Australian-American Gracie Jiu Jitsu Black Belt and Owner/Head Instructor of Zero Point Jiu Jitsu. Chris is currently assisting Rickson Gracie with his second book and works with Master Rickson on the regular basis and is actively engaged in preserving the art and spreading the concepts of Invisible Jiu Jitsu throughout the Jiu Jitsu community at his academy, as well as through teaching seminars and offering private lessons.

Music Unraveled #20 with Pink Floyd’s Animals (2018 Remix)

October 28, 2022 15:52 - 58 minutes - 108 MB

Life Unraveled #99 with Dr. Eric Totten

October 24, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 208 MB

Dr. Totten is an assistant history professor at the University of Arkansas and an expert on the American Civil Wa and is back on the show for a deep dive on higher education, as well as the war in Ukraine.   Dr. Totten completed his Ph.D. in History at the University of Arkansas in 2020. His current project, “A Suspected Democratic Regiment: The Fourth New Hampshire Volunteers in the American Civil War,” examines the relationship between northern communities on the home front and their vol...

Jiu Jitsu Unraveled #44 with Justin Myrick

October 20, 2022 14:56 - 1 hour - 139 MB

Justin is back on the podcast for video breakdowns of his divisions from this last Master's worlds. We watch both purple and brown belt Master 3 Super Heavy.

Music Unraveled - Pink Floyd’s Animals (1977)

October 19, 2022 15:06 - 51 minutes - 95.6 MB

We are continuing to work our way through the Floyd catalog with a live listen of the 1977 album Animals on vinyl. Personally, this is my favorite Pink Floyd album. Check back for our comparison to the 2018 remix, which just came out in 2022 as well as future Music Unraveled episodes over some of the biggest bands in rock and roll history.

Music Unraveled #18 - Pink Floyd’s Saucerful of Secrets

October 12, 2022 15:06 - 1 hour - 121 MB

My long time friend and continued collaborator, Thurman Storing is back on the show for a live listen and review of Pink Floyd's Saucerful of Secrets album on Vinyl and in Mono. Look for our breakdown and comparison of the Original Pink Floyd Animals album and the 2018 Remix. (which just came out in Oct 2022). Thank you for tuning in and enjoy the show!

Life Unraveled #98 with Ray Trower

September 27, 2022 16:40 - 1 hour - 56.1 MB

Ray Trower is a professor of Psychology, former colleague and valued friend. He is finally making his first appearance on the show for a talk about vinyl, and all things music. We look forward to having Ray back on the show in the future!

Life Unraveled #97 with Traye McCool

September 27, 2022 16:37 - 3 hours - 174 MB

Traye McCool is a former colleague, historian, college history professor, and member of the US Army Reserves who is finally making his first appearance on the show! It was great getting to sit down and catch up with my friend and talk a little about history and current events. We discuss issues surrounding the upcoming election, gun control, law enforcement training, and more. Enjoy the show.

MMA Unraveled #33 with Zane Isaacs

September 26, 2022 15:19 - 2 hours - 153 MB

Zane is back on the show to discuss MMA, the benefits of training martial arts and maintaining your fitness, life as a martial arts academy owner, singing in a band, and more. Zane is the owner of Championship MMA in Van Buren, AR. And has an extensive background in martial arts, particularly Jeet Kune Do. It has been awesome connecting with Zane and getting to train with him these last couple of years. Thank you again for taking the time to come on the show, sir!

Life Unraveled #96 with Billy Reeder

September 26, 2022 15:15 - 1 hour - 99.6 MB

It was awesome getting to sit down and catch up with the Pirate Professor, Mr. Billy Reeder! Billy is back on the show for a chat about his recent move to the Florida keys, his take on the evolution of technology, news and social media platforms. We also riff on links between the last election cycle and previous election cycles such as 1860 and 1968 as well as discuss what potential outcomes of the 2024 election as we reflect on what a modern civil war might look like, the pandemic and the s...

After the Show #18 -The Civil War, A Film by Ken Burns with Brian, Thurman, and Julie

August 12, 2022 17:28 - 2 hours - 146 MB

In this episode Thurman, Julie, and Brian review The Civil War, A Film by Ken Burns. The nine-part documentary was streamed to 40 million viewers when it first premiered. We will be analyzing some of the controversies surrounding the film and the prevalence of Lost Cause mythology woven into the narrative.

Life Unraveled #94 with Jeff Woods

August 12, 2022 17:06 - 1 hour - 97.9 MB

Our good friend Jeff Woods is back on the podcast. Tune in for a focused discussion over writing. Woods is going to share some of his personal writing strategies and what he has changed over the years. Jeff Woods is a Professor of History at Arkansas Tech University and Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Tae Kwon Do.

Life Unraveled #95 with Bill Eakin

August 12, 2022 16:56 - 1 hour - 75.8 MB

It was a true pleasure to sit down with Bill in the studio and talk about his life, travels, and his writing. Bill is a Professor Emeritus of Philosophy and taught courses in philosophy, religion, creative writing, art history, and humanities throughout his tenure at the University of the Ozarks. Bill is the author of Redgunk Tales: Apocalypse, and Kudzu from Redgunk, Mississippi, The Wild Women of Redgunk, Redgunk Tales: Tales form the Kudzu," and "Welcome to Redgunk: Tales from One Weird M...

Life Unraveled #92 with Bair the Comic

July 23, 2021 17:39 - 2 hours - 133 MB

Bair is back on the show to discuss life as a Comedian amid and post pandemic. From living in southern Cali chasing his dream when COVID began to what it has been like for him on the other side of things back in Arkansas now that shows are happening again. We unravel it all here on the podcast. It is always a pleasure hosting Bair on the show. Thank you all for watching and listening. Check out his page for more information and dates: https://www.facebook.com/BairTheComic/

Life Unraveled #92 with Bair the Commic

July 23, 2021 17:39 - 2 hours - 133 MB

Bair is back on the show to discuss life as a Comedian amid and post pandemic. From living in southern Cali chasing his dream when COVID began to what it has been like for him on the other side of things back in Arkansas now that shows are happening again. We unravel it all here on the podcast. It is always a pleasure hosting Bair on the show. Thank you all for watching and listening. Check out his page for more information and dates: https://www.facebook.com/BairTheComic/

MMA Unraveled #32 with Dwight Woods

July 23, 2021 17:32 - 3 hours - 172 MB

Dwight Woods is the host of the JKD Dialogues Podcast. Woods is a longtime student of Dan Inosanto, one of Bruce Lee's first and students. He is also the head instructor of Unified Martial Art Academy in Miami. He is on the podcast today to talk about his podcast and his 40+ years of training in the martial arts. Enjoy and thank you all for listening!

MMA Unraveled #31 with Zane Isaacs

July 23, 2021 17:26 - 2 hours - 139 MB

It was an honor having Zane Isaacs on the show to discuss his life in the martial arts. We go into his background in Jeet Kune Do, coming up training with Arkansas MMA pioneer, Sifu Rodney Hitchcock, as well as his exposure to one of Bruce Lee's original students in Ted Wong. We riff on different styles and training methodologies, martial arts legends and myths, interpretations of techniques, phases/ranges of fighting, self-defense, modern MMA and much more. Zane is the owner of Championship...

Life Unraveled #91 with Josh Wilson

July 23, 2021 16:55 - 1 hour - 75.4 MB

Josh Wilson is back on the podcast foor a talk about life, reading, writing and more. It is always great having Josh in the studio and there is never a shortage of great conversation. Join us for live for wherever the podcast goes!

Life Unraveled #93 with Thurman Storing - Part II

July 23, 2021 16:43 - 1 hour - 89.6 MB

We had to stop the live feed for a second, but we are back! Enjoy the conversation.

Life Unraveled #93 with Thurman Storing - Part I

July 23, 2021 16:40 - 22 minutes - 21 MB

My good friend Thurman is back on the show for a podcast about nothing. Actually we are going to talk about a ton of cool stuff: Music, vinyl records, future podcasts, history and a ton of other common interests that we share. It is always great getting to sit down and have a conversation or a brainstorm session with Thurman.

Jiu Jitsu Unraveled#42 with Ari Knazan of Invictus Jiu Jitsu Collective

May 09, 2021 16:48 - 1 hour - 61.9 MB

Ari Knazan is back on the show along with chief Joshua McMillian to discuss the movement to make jiu jitsu training mandatory for all law enforcement officers. We discuss some of the barriers and problems preventing this from happening as well as the benefits and value associated with this change. Ari works in law enforcement, is founder of one of the most famous youtube channels of all time in Submissions 101 and the co-founder of Invictus. Chief McMillian is a 20 year LEO veteran and we ar...

Politics Unraveled #2 with Dr. Chris Housenick

January 27, 2021 13:16 - 1 hour - 69.5 MB

This episode we go insurrection unraveled and discuss the recent riot at the capitol.  This episode was recorded just before the inauguration.  

MMA Unraveled #29 with Chris Arcana

January 27, 2021 13:12 - 1 hour - 63.1 MB

Chris and I have trained together for a number of years.  He is on the show to talk about his martial arts journey and his exposure to Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do and Filipino Martial Arts by Arkansas martial arts legend Mr. Marc McFann.  It was great hearing Chris's stories and about his experiences on the mats throughout the years.   Congratulations on your recent promotion to brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu pal! Well deserved!

Life Unraveled #90 with Rachel Trusty

January 27, 2021 13:07 - 1 hour - 61.4 MB

MMA Unraveled #28 with "Big John" Cammarata

January 27, 2021 13:02 - 42 minutes - 31.6 MB

"Big John" is on the show to share stories from his martial arts journey.  Big John has trained with some of the greatest instructors of our time throughout the years.  From becoming a full instructor under Paul Vunak to training with Guru Dan Inosanto and Ajarn Chai Sirisute, to earning his black belt in BJJ, Big John has had an incredible life on the mats. 

After the Show #16- The American Civil War through Cinema Series

January 06, 2021 21:38 - 1 hour - 60.4 MB

Thurman and Julie are back on the show for a review and discussion of the films 12 Years A Slave and Glory, as well talk about future projects.  We look forward to continuing our Civil War series and are planning other content for future After the Show episodes.  Thank you all for listening. Please subscribe to our youtube channel and help the podcast grow.  We will start streaming live episodes from the studio this year. Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQru0eRkxJNqIcQ1cs-...

Life Unraveled #89 with Chris Floyd

January 06, 2021 21:00 - 2 hours - 140 MB

Chris Floyd is on the show to share his life story of overcoming addiction, becoming a personal trainer and follow some of the best bands in history across the United States. This episode is full of great conversation about life, music, fitness, training and much more. I look forward to sitting down with Chris again soon. This episode was cut abruptly short due to a power outage. Please subscribe to our youtube channel and help the podcast grow. We will start streaming live episodes from the...

History Unraveled #12 with Justin Brand

January 06, 2021 15:08 - 1 hour - 78.5 MB

Our friend Justin Brand is back in the studio for a history episode where we unravel the history of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP).  Justin is a member of CAP and we always have the best talks about history together.  Thank you again for coming on the show, Justin.  I look forward to having you back on in the future. Please subscribe to our youtube channel and help the podcast grow.  We will start streaming live episodes from the studio this year. Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/channe...

Music Unraveled #18 with John Warren

January 06, 2021 14:04 - 1 hour - 95.1 MB

John is back in the studio for a live listen of the new Puscifer album.  We live listen and provide commentary and feedback.  Enjoy and thank you for listening.

History Unraveled #11 with Will Teague

January 06, 2021 14:02 - 1 hour - 83.2 MB

Please subscribe to our youtube channel and help the podcast grow. We will start streaming live episodes from the studio this year.   Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQru0eRkxJNqIcQ1cs-ErnQ   We are at 10,000 views and counting on our youtube channel and all video episodes are featured on the channel. Thank you for the support. Ring the bell after you subscribe if you want to receive notifications when we upload new content.

After the Show #15 - the JFK Assassination through Film

January 02, 2021 15:56 - 2 hours - 90.8 MB

On this episode of After the Show, Thurman and Julie are back on to talk about the JFK assassination through film.  We analyze Oliver Stone's JFK as well as Martin Scorsese's the Irishman and talk about other appearances in popular culture and the impact this event has had on American culture. Read Thurman's Master's Thesis concerning the JFK Assassination here: https://orc.library.atu.edu/etds_2019/25/ Listen to his first appearance on the podcast after his defense here: https://www.youtu...

Jiu Jitsu Unraveled #42 with Mark Bradford

January 02, 2021 15:55 - 1 hour - 64.8 MB

It was great catching up with Mark on the podcast!  He is on the show to talk about his journey in the martial arts, training at Jackson's in ABQ, meeting his instructor, Alberto Crane, owning an academy in California and the Jiu-Jitsu scene there pre and post pandemic.  We also talk about some values that make the culture unique at his academy and how he still finds the motivation to train, ride, ruck and stay active.  Mark is a fantastic black belt and instructor and it was an absolute ple...

Life Unraveled #87 with Justin Brand

November 19, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 107 MB

I have been looking forward to sitting down for a long forum conversation with Justin for a while now.  We work on campus together and are never at a shortage for great talks about history in passing.  It was great getting to finally sit down with him and talk about his life, education, surviving a brain tumor, his background and interest in history, civilian air patrol, the Vietnam War and much more.  Thanks for taking the time, Justin.  I hope we can do it again on down the road.

Life Unraveled #88 with John Warren

November 18, 2020 13:04 - 1 hour - 83.8 MB

It is always great sitting down for a conversation with John.  John has been on the podcast numerous times and this is his first time back since the pandemic began.  We have future episodes planned to review season two of the Mandalorian on an episode of After the Show, and also a Music Unraveled live listen and review of the new Puscifer Album.  Be on the lookout for these episodes.  Thank you for tuning in.

Life Unraveled #86 with Ben Eakin

November 16, 2020 12:37 - 1 hour - 76.7 MB

Politics Unraveled #1 with Marie Totten and Dr. Chris Housenick

November 16, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 71.2 MB

It is great having Marie and Dr. Housenick back on the show to answer questions and do a breakdown of the 2020 election. Marie is a historian and PhD at the University of Arkansas and Dr. Housenick is a political science professor at Arkansas Tech University.

History Unraveled #10 with Dr. Eric Totten

November 09, 2020 12:39 - 1 hour - 90.7 MB

Dr. Totten is on the show to discuss recently earning his PhD from the University of Arkansas and his research and study of the Fourth New Hampshire Volunteers in the Civil War. Dr. Totten recently successfully defended his dissertation on "A Suspected Democratic Regiment: The Fourth New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry in the American Civil War."

Life Unraveled #84 with Dr. Nate Chapman

November 09, 2020 12:11 - 51 minutes - 46.3 MB

Dr. Nate Chapman is a Sociology Professor at Arkansas Tech University and is on the show to discuss his recent book: Beer and Racism: How Beer Became White, Why It Matters, and the Movements to Change It (Sociology of Diversity). Beer in the United States has always been bound up with race, racism, and the construction of white institutions and identities. Given the very quick rise of craft beer, as well as the myopic scholarly focus on economic and historical trends in the field, there is ...

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