Beyond the Mat with your host Mark Cox
171 episodes - English - Latest episode: 25 days ago -”Welcome to ”Beyond the Mat” with Mark Cox – your ultimate podcast destination for everything related to leadership, mindset, health, martial arts, weight loss, and mental well-being. With over 30 years of experience owning martial arts schools, Mark offers unique insights into discipline, leadership, and the transformative power of a strong mindset. His personal journey, marked by a life-altering mindset shift in 2017 after a battle with blood clots in his lungs, is a testament to resilience and personal growth. Dive deep as Mark brings in lessons from his coaching and instructing days in martial arts. Featuring interviews with prominent life coaches, renowned martial artists, best-selling authors, influential keynote speakers, and trailblazing entrepreneurs, ”Beyond the Mat” is more than just a podcast – it’s a movement. Tune in and embark on a journey to unlock your fullest potential.”
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Interview with Matthew Moran Episode 41
January 24, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBMatthew Moran is a technologist, author, and songwriter. He's spent 25+ years building office automation solutions, databases, and reporting systems for fortune 500 companies to small & mid-sized businesses. He's the author of two books on career development in Information Technology and numerous articles on technology, productivity, and creativity. He writes on substack at: https://matthewmoran.substack.com He also writes and performs music - solo and with his band, Arrogant Sage. Matt...
Interview with Mike Barnard Episode 40
January 18, 2022 00:01 - 1 hour - 93.7 MBMike Barnard CEO With over 25 years in fitness and 34 years in Martial Arts, I've been able to help thousands of people. Helping them also came with a price... I became so obsessed helping others that I ended up falling further and further down the rabbit hole. After losing my first business to a friend I trusted with an investment, I had to pull myself up and fight to get back to the top. I've struggled my entire life with depression and anxiety. I wore "two masks" more often than not w...
Interview with Brandon Bender Episode 39
January 04, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 94.7 MBThe UFC GYM Global Director of MMA. Professional MMA Fighter- 14 pro fights BJJ Black Belt. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondthematmarkcox/support
Interview with Ricardo Liborio Episode 38
January 03, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 103 MBAntonio Ricardo Jardim Libório is widely regarded in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) as one of the top black belts produced by Grand Master Carlson Gracie, and an icon of the sport. He is the co-founder of American Top Team (ATT) and Brazilian Top Team (BTT), the founder and CEO of Martial Arts Nation and the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Institute (IBJJI), and also a professor of BJJ at the University of Central Florida (UCF). According to Fight! magazine's most recent "Power 20", which pro...
Interview With Jay Walker Episode 37
December 27, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBJay Evan Walker has spent his adult life in the fitness, martial arts, and healthcare industry. He spends his days working with patients as an Occupational Therapy Assistant regain their quality of life after life altering diseases and injuries. At night he is your friendly neighborhood Krav Maga Instructor. Jay has trained in numerous martial arts since the mid 80’s obtaining the rank of black belt as a 4th degree in Tae Kwon Do and as a 2nd in Krav Maga. Martial Arts and fitness a...
Interview with Joe (Chappy) Bouchard Episode 36
December 20, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 68.3 MBJOSEPH "CHAPPY" BOUCHARD A Native of Deerfield, NH. MSG(R) Bouchard entered the United States Army in 2000. MSG(R) Bouchard deployed several times with 1st Battalion 75th Ranger Regiment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Inherent Resolve. He also held key development positions serving at the United States Military Academy West Point, United States Army Central, First Army, and the Third Infantry Division. MSG(R) Bouchard retired after 21 years...
Interview with Christopher Trujillo Episode 35
December 13, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBMy name is Christopher Trujillo I'm 46 yes old I'm a single dad of 3 kids (2 boys and 1 daughter) I'm the community outreach director/pastor and I lead the Recovery program at Freedom Church , I've been attending Freedom for almost 8 years. I've been sober for nearly 8 years, and owe it all to Pastor Justice Coleman and Master Cox! I've been a chef for over 25 years, I'm also an entrepreneur who has several businesses. Including a catering company, a website design company, and multiple...
Interview with Lisandro Novillo Black Belt #63 Episode 34
December 06, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBLISANDRO NOVILLO Lisandro Novillo was my 63rd Black Belt from Chatsworth Karate born in Cordoba, Argentina, and Immigrated to Chatsworth California with his family at the age of 5. His passion for instrumental music granted him the opportunity to study at The University of Hawaii at Manoa on a full music scholarship. Upon returning to California he discovered a new passion, one for Tv/Film Production. For years Lisandro worked in Tv/Film as Production Assistant and Non-Union Assistant Dire...
Q n A with Mr. Cox Part 2 Episode 33
November 29, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 71.2 MBPart 2 with Mr. Cox answering some questions about life, martial arts, health and wellness. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondthematmarkcox/support
Q n A with Mr. Cox (Motivational)
November 22, 2021 19:22 - 1 hour - 69.3 MBQuestions with Mr. Cox on fitness, diet, 75 hard and mindset. Looking for a good motivational talk hop on and enjoy. Mindset on losing weight, just real motivational talk. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/markcox/support
Q n A with Mr. Cox (Motivational) Episode 32
November 22, 2021 19:22 - 1 hour - 68.6 MBQuestions with Mr. Cox on fitness, diet, 75 hard and mindset. Looking for a good motivational talk hop on and enjoy. Mindset on losing weight, just real motivational talk. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondthematmarkcox/support
Interview with Ashley Sage Episode 27
November 16, 2021 03:22 - 1 hour - 104 MBMy mom used to say "The best thing I ever did for you was put you in the church and then Martial arts." I think God every day for her making both of those decisions for me at such a young age. I gave my life to Christ in 2008 and I've been on that journey with him ever since. I started Martial Arts when I was six years old, it was one of the only things I really wanted for my birthday. I asked my mom and she said as soon as I turn six that she would take me to trial class. I did my first cla...
Interview with Ashley Sage Episode 31
November 16, 2021 03:22 - 1 hour - 104 MBMy mom used to say "The best thing I ever did for you was put you in the church and then Martial arts." I think God every day for her making both of those decisions for me at such a young age. I gave my life to Christ in 2008 and I've been on that journey with him ever since. I started Martial Arts when I was six years old, it was one of the only things I really wanted for my birthday. I asked my mom and she said as soon as I turn six that she would take me to trial class. I did my first cla...
Discussing Jocko's Book Discipline equals Freedom with Mark Cox
November 08, 2021 16:44 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBWhat is the connection between discipline and freedom? What are your discipline practices and strategies? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/markcox/support
Discussing Jocko's Book Discipline equals Freedom with Mark Cox Episode 30
November 08, 2021 16:44 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBWhat is the connection between discipline and freedom? What are your discipline practices and strategies? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondthematmarkcox/support
Discussing Jocko’s Book Discipline equals Freedom with Mark Cox Episode 30
November 08, 2021 16:44 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBWhat is the connection between discipline and freedom? What are your discipline practices and strategies? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondthematmarkcox/support
Interview with Kas Spirits Episode 29
November 01, 2021 17:00 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBKas Spirits born June 18, 1987. Kas lived in different parts of western NY but mainly lived in Buffalo NY where he began his studies in the martial arts. Starting as a child. Kas went to different schools to learn as he moved around. At the age of 18 he was sent abroad to learn culture and arts. That is the time he met his first teacher named Mr.Sato who studied in Shotokan and Muay Thai boxing, Kas spent a great deal of time developing his understanding of the arts in a deeper way. M...
Interview with Ronny Camacho Episode 26
October 28, 2021 02:47 - 1 hour - 68.5 MBRonny is my personal trainer and very close friend (family) this will be a life changing talk with this awesome trainer and God fearing man.. Celebrity Trainer, Contest Prep & Nutritional Consultant, Life Coach Fitness has been a constant factor in my life starting with soccer and martial arts as a child, and football, baseball, basketball and boxing as I became older. As an adult, I started working out with weights to get stronger on the ground since a lot of people started doing Jiu Jit...
Interview with Ronny Camacho Episode 28
October 28, 2021 02:47 - 1 hour - 68.5 MBRonny is my personal trainer and very close friend (family) this will be a life changing talk with this awesome trainer and God fearing man.. Celebrity Trainer, Contest Prep & Nutritional Consultant, Life Coach Fitness has been a constant factor in my life starting with soccer and martial arts as a child, and football, baseball, basketball and boxing as I became older. As an adult, I started working out with weights to get stronger on the ground since a lot of people started doing Jiu Jit...
Interview with Nathan Carlen Episode 25
October 20, 2021 01:34 - 1 hour - 113 MBNathan Carlen was born in 1978 and grew up in the San Fernando Valley. He started martial arts in an after school program in the fourth grade and has never left it. He began training with Grand Master Mark Cox in 1989 and currently holds a 7th Dan in American Tang Soo Do under him. In 1996 GMC made Nathan Head Instructor for America’s best and he is proud to still serve in that role still as well on the Board of Directors for the American Krav Maga Federation. Nathan is a lifelong studen...
Interview with Nathan Carlen Episode 27
October 20, 2021 01:34 - 1 hour - 113 MBNathan Carlen was born in 1978 and grew up in the San Fernando Valley. He started martial arts in an after school program in the fourth grade and has never left it. He began training with Grand Master Mark Cox in 1989 and currently holds a 7th Dan in American Tang Soo Do under him. In 1996 GMC made Nathan Head Instructor for America’s best and he is proud to still serve in that role still as well on the Board of Directors for the American Krav Maga Federation. Nathan is a lifelong studen...
Interview with Nole Lilley Episode 24
October 12, 2021 01:12 - 1 hour - 99.8 MBNole Lilley will be joining me tomorrow, we will be in house unless he gets called out in the FD. Looking forward to this one, he host the podcast, The Fire You Carry He is my Nephew Cody Mooney brother in law. Nole currently lives in the mountains of Southern California, with his wife Heather and their 3 children. Nole and Heather have been married for 18 years. He has worked as a fireman with L.A. County Fire for the past 12 years. Prior to that, he served as a United States Army Ranger, ...
Interview with Nole Lilley Episode 26
October 12, 2021 01:12 - 1 hour - 99.8 MBNole Lilley will be joining me tomorrow, we will be in house unless he gets called out in the FD. Looking forward to this one, he host the podcast, The Fire You Carry He is my Nephew Cody Mooney brother in law. Nole currently lives in the mountains of Southern California, with his wife Heather and their 3 children. Nole and Heather have been married for 18 years. He has worked as a fireman with L.A. County Fire for the past 12 years. Prior to that, he served as a United States Army Ranger, ...
Interview with Michael Cox Episode 23
October 12, 2021 00:59 - 1 hour - 103 MBMichael Cox is a 6th degree black belt in American Tang Soo Do. He is the head instructor at his dads martial arts studio. When he is not at the studio he spends a lot of his free time at the beach with his wife and dog bear. Michael has fought in the cage, he has lost over 100lbs, he changed his life and now spends his time changing others life. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/markcox/support
Interview with Michael Cox Episode 25
October 12, 2021 00:59 - 1 hour - 103 MBMichael Cox is a 6th degree black belt in American Tang Soo Do. He is the head instructor at his dads martial arts studio. When he is not at the studio he spends a lot of his free time at the beach with his wife and dog bear. Michael has fought in the cage, he has lost over 100lbs, he changed his life and now spends his time changing others life. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondthematmarkcox/support
Interview with Jason Flame Episode 22
September 22, 2021 22:09 - 1 hour - 118 MBFather, husband, son, teacher, coach, mentor, martial artist and professional wrestler. Jason Flame, owner of Moorpark Karate & Krav Maga in Moorpark, CA, started his martial arts training in 1985 and opened his first school in 1996. He is a 7th Degree Black Belt in American Tang Soo Do and also holds Black Belts in Krav Maga, Ketsugo Ju Jitsu & Combat Hapkido. He has served as a martial arts business consultant since 2010. Jason is an active member of his community and serves on the Board ...
Interview with Jason Flame Episode 24
September 22, 2021 22:09 - 1 hour - 118 MBFather, husband, son, teacher, coach, mentor, martial artist and professional wrestler. Jason Flame, owner of Moorpark Karate & Krav Maga in Moorpark, CA, started his martial arts training in 1985 and opened his first school in 1996. He is a 7th Degree Black Belt in American Tang Soo Do and also holds Black Belts in Krav Maga, Ketsugo Ju Jitsu & Combat Hapkido. He has served as a martial arts business consultant since 2010. Jason is an active member of his community and serves on the Board ...
Interview with Greg Mills
September 15, 2021 03:13 - 1 hour - 105 MBGreg Mills currently runs a Krav Maga school in Gainesville, Virginia. Starting at 4 years old in California, Greg has trained Shoto Khan, American Tang Soo Do under Grand Master Dennis Ichikawa , Jeet Kune Do and Sambo under Slava Vilshtein, and Krav Maga under Mark Cox. Often taking from his experiences of a misspent youth to connect with his younger students and his real life violence to give context to his adult students, Greg strives to continue in his growth and better serve his stude...
Interview with Greg Mills Episode 23
September 15, 2021 03:13 - 1 hour - 105 MBGreg Mills currently runs a Krav Maga school in Gainesville, Virginia. Starting at 4 years old in California, Greg has trained Shoto Khan, American Tang Soo Do under Grand Master Dennis Ichikawa , Jeet Kune Do and Sambo under Slava Vilshtein, and Krav Maga under Mark Cox. Often taking from his experiences of a misspent youth to connect with his younger students and his real life violence to give context to his adult students, Greg strives to continue in his growth and better serve his stude...
Is your school stuck in the past? Interview with Martial Arts Teacher of Teachers, John Graden. #20
August 31, 2021 04:46 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBWidely credited with leading the martial arts school business into the modern age, John was first called a visionary by MASuccess editor, John Corcoran and dubbed the martial arts Teacher of Teachers by Martial Arts World magazine. John is also the author of many of the best selling books on martial arts business and personal development. Now the Executive Director of the Martial Arts Teachers’ Association (MATA), John’s renegade leadership style has landed him on the Dr. Oz Show, the Wall St...
Interview with Martial Arts Teacher of Teachers, John Graden. Episode 22
August 31, 2021 04:46 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBWidely credited with leading the martial arts school business into the modern age, John was first called a visionary by MASuccess editor, John Corcoran and dubbed the martial arts Teacher of Teachers by Martial Arts World magazine. John is also the author of many of the best selling books on martial arts business and personal development. Now the Executive Director of the Martial Arts Teachers’ Association (MATA), John’s renegade leadership style has landed him on the Dr. Oz Show, the Wall St...
Interview with Edan Gross
August 24, 2021 05:58 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBI have known Edan for many many years, he was cast in Best of Best martial arts film and countless other hollywood movies and TV shows. You will be surprised on what voices he was when he was a child. A black belt at 8 yrs old under Master Ichikawa (#105 if I remember correctly)2nd Dan under Master Cox (early 90’s) Child actor from 1983- 1996 celebrity appearances and private signings for many characters played, and now a commercial real estate broker in LA --- Support this podcast: http...
Interview with Edan Gross Episode 21
August 24, 2021 05:58 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBI have known Edan for many many years, he was cast in Best of Best martial arts film and countless other hollywood movies and TV shows. You will be surprised on what voices he was when he was a child. A black belt at 8 yrs old under Master Ichikawa (#105 if I remember correctly)2nd Dan under Master Cox (early 90’s) Child actor from 1983- 1996 celebrity appearances and private signings for many characters played, and now a commercial real estate broker in LA --- Support this podcast: http...
Interview with Larry Roberts
August 17, 2021 01:40 - 1 hour - 64.2 MBA high energy and charismatic podcaster, speaker, Amazon #1 best selling author and international top rated course creator with over 1000 students in 51 countries, Larry Roberts has been in coaching and facilitator roles for more than 25 years. Whether it's corporate soft skill, technical or sales training, facilitating small business groups or teaching martial arts, Larry thrives on sharing his knowledge and insight in a way that will grab your attention, put you at ease and reassure you. ...
Interview with Larry Roberts Episode 20
August 17, 2021 01:40 - 1 hour - 64.2 MBA high energy and charismatic podcaster, speaker, Amazon #1 best selling author and international top rated course creator with over 1000 students in 51 countries, Larry Roberts has been in coaching and facilitator roles for more than 25 years. Whether it's corporate soft skill, technical or sales training, facilitating small business groups or teaching martial arts, Larry thrives on sharing his knowledge and insight in a way that will grab your attention, put you at ease and reassure you. ...
Interview with Swan Montgomery
August 09, 2021 22:26 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBBorn in Drogheda, County Louth Ireland, Swan Montgomery is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist who has become known worldwide as the lead singer and front man for the highly acclaimed Led Zeppelin tribute band Led Zepagain. Over the last two decades, Led Zepagain has travelled the world several times over while becoming widely renowned as one of the most accomplished and celebrated tribute bands of all time. Swan has also recorded and performed with numerous projects both in Euro...
Interview with Swan Montgomery Episode 19
August 09, 2021 22:26 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBBorn in Drogheda, County Louth Ireland, Swan Montgomery is a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist who has become known worldwide as the lead singer and front man for the highly acclaimed Led Zeppelin tribute band Led Zepagain. Over the last two decades, Led Zepagain has travelled the world several times over while becoming widely renowned as one of the most accomplished and celebrated tribute bands of all time. Swan has also recorded and performed with numerous projects both in Euro...
Interview with Patrick Prager Episode 16
July 26, 2021 17:56 - 1 hour - 94.3 MBMaster Patrick Prager, a 6th dan master in Tang Soo Do who has been training for more than 25 years in various martial arts, including Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, and Hapkido. He has 15+ years of experience teaching children, youth, and adults. Master Prager is also a NESTA certified personal trainer and has a degree from California State University, Northridge in Recreation and Tourism Management. He has a beautiful family including his wife Katie and daughter Rowan. --- Support this podc...
Interview with Patrick Prager Episode 18
July 26, 2021 17:56 - 1 hour - 94.3 MBMaster Patrick Prager, a 6th dan master in Tang Soo Do who has been training for more than 25 years in various martial arts, including Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, and Hapkido. He has 15+ years of experience teaching children, youth, and adults. Master Prager is also a NESTA certified personal trainer and has a degree from California State University, Northridge in Recreation and Tourism Management. He has a beautiful family including his wife Katie and daughter Rowan. --- Support this podc...
Interview with Brandon Kemmer Episode 15
July 19, 2021 18:59 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBBrandon Kemmer is a family man, a business owner, a martial artist, and an elder at his church. He married his high school sweetheart after getting his Bachelor of Science degree from DeVry University when he was 22 years old. He now has 3 kids - Jonah 9, Ryder 2, and a baby girl due in December. Brandon has had many passions in his life such as theology, martial arts, gymnastics, volleyball, psychology, table tennis, acting, and singing. He started his martial arts journey when he was 6 yea...
Interview with Brandon Kemmer Episode 17
July 19, 2021 18:59 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBBrandon Kemmer is a family man, a business owner, a martial artist, and an elder at his church. He married his high school sweetheart after getting his Bachelor of Science degree from DeVry University when he was 22 years old. He now has 3 kids - Jonah 9, Ryder 2, and a baby girl due in December. Brandon has had many passions in his life such as theology, martial arts, gymnastics, volleyball, psychology, table tennis, acting, and singing. He started his martial arts journey when he was 6 yea...
Interview with Matthew Sangiorge Episode 14
July 12, 2021 18:26 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBMatthew Sangiorge is a 3rd Degree Black Belt with Pooler Karate. He assists with the Special Kicks classes, as well as the other classes offered here. Matthew Sangiorge is our Chief Instructor here at Pooler Karate. He has reached the rank of 3rd Degree in American Tang Soo Do and is also a certified Krav Maga Instructor. Mr. Sangiorge has been with the school since the beginning. He started training with Master Fortner at the age of 4. His leadership has helped shape many of the students he...
Interview with Matthew Sangiorge Episode 16
July 12, 2021 18:26 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBMatthew Sangiorge is a 3rd Degree Black Belt with Pooler Karate. He assists with the Special Kicks classes, as well as the other classes offered here. Matthew Sangiorge is our Chief Instructor here at Pooler Karate. He has reached the rank of 3rd Degree in American Tang Soo Do and is also a certified Krav Maga Instructor. Mr. Sangiorge has been with the school since the beginning. He started training with Master Fortner at the age of 4. His leadership has helped shape many of the students he...
Surround yourself with excellence... 6min quick talk
June 14, 2021 20:50 - 5 minutes - 7.73 MBA quick podcast to start yourself thnking --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/markcox/support
Surround yourself with excellence... 6min quick talk Episode 15
June 14, 2021 20:50 - 5 minutes - 7.73 MBA quick podcast to start yourself thnking --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondthematmarkcox/support
Interview with Jose Escobar Episode 13
May 27, 2021 05:45 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBJose Escobar was born in Washington, D.C. and resides with his family in Silver Spring, Maryland. Father, husband, and entrepreneur. An avid reader of books. He is currently the sales director for The Educational Funding Company (EFC). He is the founder and operator of Escobar Enterprises which includes The Entrepreneur’s Bookshelf (digital products and services for personal growth) and Fat Glass Marketing (social media marketing agency for restaurants and bars). Find his Facebook g...
Interview with Jose Escobar Episode 14
May 27, 2021 05:45 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBJose Escobar was born in Washington, D.C. and resides with his family in Silver Spring, Maryland. Father, husband, and entrepreneur. An avid reader of books. He is currently the sales director for The Educational Funding Company (EFC). He is the founder and operator of Escobar Enterprises which includes The Entrepreneur’s Bookshelf (digital products and services for personal growth) and Fat Glass Marketing (social media marketing agency for restaurants and bars). Find his Facebook g...
Interview with Sergio Machado Episode 13
May 13, 2021 04:42 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBAmerican Patriot Combat Veteran Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Rangers Lead The Way! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/beyondthematmarkcox/support
Interview with Sergio Machado
May 13, 2021 04:42 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBAmerican Patriot Combat Veteran Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Rangers Lead The Way! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/markcox/support
Interview with Sensei Fariborz Episode 11
May 06, 2021 15:17 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBEvery black belt remembers the time when martial arts became a passion. It happened to me at age eight. My brother took me to see a Bruce Lee movie, and to this day I can close my eyes and feel the emotion that overwhelmed me as I watched the screen. At that moment I totally fell in love with the power of martial arts, but it would be many years before I found the physical and spiritual paths to black belt. Once I began that journey, however, the martial arts and the art of teaching became c...