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Anxious Black Belt Podcast
Karate is not what you think! This martial art can be used in many ways, to build your physical strength or mental fortitude. It can be a dynamic sport or a recreational hobby, a self-defense or self-development tool. Join Les Bubka to explore the possibilities within Karate and its connection to mental health, and listen to conversations with different martial artists on various subjects.
Episodes
Anxious Black Belt PodcastInterview with Samantha and Paul Harrison
Samantha and Paul Harrison are a lovely martial couple, Goju exponents and ever searching for knowledge. We met at a seminar and I immediately liked them…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastMartial Marriage - Interview with Jen & Chris Hanson
I had a conversation with Jen Mok and Chris Hanson on the subject of what life is like being in a relationship with a martial artist. Jen is a school teacher…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastInterview with Keith Dewey Hypnotherapist
Life is unpredictable, we never know who we will meet, when and for what reason. My friendship with Keith is one of those cases. Keith appeared from seemingly…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastInterview with John Titchen Sensei
John Titchen is one of those teachers that impresses with his methodical approach to every aspect of martial arts. It doesn't matter if its Karate or self…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastInterview with Akemi Lucas Sensei
In this episode I talk to master calligrapher, Akemi Lucas. Akemi came to the UK from Japan and has set up a school of calligraphy, Koshu Japanese Art. She is…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastHikite4ever - reflections over the sink
In this episode of reflections over the sink, I rumble about anxiety. With every idea I have comes uncertainty, will people like it? Would they laugh? Fear of…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastInterview with Andrew Mierzwa Sensei
In this episode I talk to Andrew Mierzwa aka Sensei Ando, the creator of Happy Life Martial Arts. A YouTube sensation, podcaster and pie lover, with a super…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastInterview with Kris Wilder Sensei
Kris Wilder is a man of many talents. The more I spoke with him the more I discovered about his ventures. Funny, smart, thoughtful and kind, these qualities…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastReflections over the sink - good day
Few great things happened today that made me happy. New website is ready check it out 👉🏻www.lesbubka.co.uk if you like my work please subscribe and get free…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastInterview with John Johnston Sensei
In this week's episode I'm talking with John Johnston Sensei. We discussed aspects of Karate, inclusion, mental health and methodology of training with…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastMaster! I want to train with you.
Reflections over the sink, this episode is sparked by my conversation with Sue from Conversation on Karate about Karate friendship requests on Facebook. If you…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastInterview with Don Came Sensei
In this week's episode I'm talking with Don Came Sensei. We discussed aspects of Karate, inclusion, mental health and methodology of training. Don is a head…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastSensei Mateusz Jędrzejczyk interview
In this week's episode I had the pleasure to talk with Mateusz Jędrzejczyk Sensei from the Okinawan Goju Ryu Karate Do Trójmiasto, Poland. Our conversation…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastReflections over the sink are back!
Children went to sleep earlier, so I had a chance to record my thoughts . I wish to share with you short update on club and my personal endeavours, and give…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastInterview with Michelle and Paul Enfield
In this week's episode I had the pleasure to talk with Michelle Vanderlinden-Enfield and Paul Enfield from the Goju Karate Centre in Carlsbad, California. Both…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastMartial Arts Marriage
In this episode my guest is my wife, Anna. We discuss what it is like to live with another martial artist, the diversity of martial arts clubs and the impact…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastBe Yourself
Today's episode of reflections over the sink is dedicated to being yourself. All of us sometimes like to pretend to be someone else or create projection of…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastGary Savage Interview
Today my guest is Gary Savage BJJ expert and author of the book with controversial title: Karate doesn't work in a phone box. I really enjoyed the…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastBunkai Bastards II
Part two of my conversation with Bunkai Bastards. Brian Bates, Andrew Kidd, Rober Davis and I talked about practical Karate, it's methodology, impact on mental…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastWriting a book
After publishing my first book - Anxious Black Belt, I revived few questions from readers and friends. Question was simple -How to write a book. In this…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastInterview with Bunkai Bastards
Part one of my conversation with Bunkai Bastards. Brian Bates, Andrew Kidd, Rober Davis and I talked about practical Karate, it's methodology, impact on mental…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastAspire Funding with Tracy James
In this episode my guest is Tracy James from Project Aspire, we talk about mental health, community and possibilities to apply for funding in support of the…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastReflections over the sink - Kata
As we talked on our session about choosing three kata to specialise in, I thought I record my thoughts on subject, let me know what do you think about it. If…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastNo, F... No, Yes - Interview with Christian Wedewardt
I'm talking with Christian Wedewardt creator of Karate Praxis dojo from Germany. We are talking about Christian view on practical Karate, mental health, his…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastReflections over the sink- Go and do it!
In this episode I reflect on positive outcomes of lockdown and covid19. If you would like to support the show with no cost to you and you shop with Amazon…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastAdapting Karate -Karate For Mental Health talk.
Recording of my talk during the Karate for Mental Health seminar. In my session we covered the` adaptation of Karate for students with different abilities…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastKarate For Mental Health
In this episode I discuss the Karate for Mental Health (KFMH) seminar that we ran via Zoom last weekend. If you would like to support the show with no cost to…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastInterview with Ken Knight
In this episode I'm talking to Ken Knight from KenFu.TV. Our main topic is practical karate and how to make the transition from traditional karate to practical…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastReflections over the sink- New Style
In this episode I answer the question - did you start your own karate style? If you would like to support the show with no cost to you and you shop with…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastInterview with "Kudo" Mal Sanchez - Jones Sensei
In this episode of Accidental Podcast or Something like that I'll be talking to "Kudo" Mal Sanchez- Jones, head coach of Kudo Wales. Great conversation about…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastNot Karate like
In this episode of reflections over the sink, I talk about perfect technique in Karate. Does such thing as perfect exist in martial arts? If you would like to…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastInterview with Iain Abernethy Sensei
Today's guest on Accidental podcast or something like that is Iain Abernethy Sensei. As most of the interviews with Iain are Bunkai orientated I decided to ask…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastReflections over the sink - Art of letting go.
Most of people who I know struggles with letting things go. From anger through material things to friendship. In this episode I talk about my view on letting…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastInterview with Matt Jardine
Conversation about martial arts, mental health, religion and ego with Matt Jardine. If you would like to support the show with no cost to you and you shop with…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastReflections over the sink - Finance and KFMH seminar
Talking about money side of lockdown and our Karate for Mental Health seminar. If you would like to support the show with no cost to you and you shop with…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastReflections over the sink- Respect
In martial arts the is a lot of talk about respect and other virtue, but does it translate to other parts of life? Check out what I think about it. If you…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastReflections over the sink - tradition in martial arts.
Most of my ideas, reflections or thinking happens over the sink, don’t know why washing up is so calming for me. Hope that flow of the water won’t be to…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastWho am I and why Accidental podcast or something like that.
Few words about this podcast, myself and plans for future. If you would like to support the show with no cost to you and you shop with Amazon, please feel free…
Anxious Black Belt PodcastInterview with Andy Allen Sensei
Interview with practical Karateka Andy Allen Sensei. If you would like to support the show with no cost to you and you shop with Amazon, please feel free to…