Episode 249: Sensei Ron Thomas

Drumming Up Conversation · Oct 22, 2026 · 53m

This Drumming Up Conversation episode hosted by Justin and Andrea Wood talked to Sensei Ron Thomas, who played Bobby Brown, one of the original Cobras from the Karate Kid film. Ron shared his background starting competitive swimming at age 3 in Reno, Nevada, and how he began martial arts after being bullied in high school. He discussed his role as Bobby Brown in Karate Kid, revealing he kept his black belt status secret during auditions and training, and described the positive set environment with the cast and crew. Ron explained his involvement in Cobra Kai series, including filming the…