Mind Sensei Podcast

Mind Sensei Podcast

The Mind Sensei Podcast from Down Under shares the passion in the world of martial arts by introducing listeners to some of the most inspiring and knowledgeable martial artists from around the world and their stories. Through their stories and insights, we learn about the benefits of martial arts, both physical and mental, and how they can be applied to everyday life without having to travel the world to experience their world. for more information and episodes visit our website at: https://mindsensei.au

Episodes

June 23, 2025 117 mins

Welcome back to The Mind Sensei, where we explore the mindset, discipline, and life stories behind some of the most inspiring martial artists from around the world.

I’m your host, Peter Tas.

Today’s guest is someone who truly embodies the warrior spirit—Mr. Ian Lauer.

Ian is a lifelong martial artist, a dedicated student of American Kenpo, an accomplished IFBB pro bodybuilder, and a working actor with a powerful presence both on and...

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🚨 Part 2 is Here! 🚨

 PART B IS LIVE!

In Part B of our powerful interview with Mr. Buddy Morrison, we go even deeper into the mindset, philosophy, and real-world application of combative arts.

Buddy shares how he combined pressure point science with tactical martial arts to develop a system focused on nerve manipulation and skeletal destruction—designed for high-stakes encounters and multiple attackers. He reflects on his time as a S...

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"Welcome back to The Mind Sensei, where we dive deep into the minds and journeys of the world’s most respected martial artists and combative experts.

Today, I’m honoured to sit down with a man whose name is held in high regard across both martial arts and tactical training circles—Mr. Buddy Morrison.

Mr. Morrison is the founder and senior instructor of Morrison Tactical, and is internationally recognized for his expertise in fir...

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🎙️ **NEW EPISODE ALERT! | The Mind Sensei Podcast with Peter Tas** 🥋  

**Guest: Mr. Tony Angus**

In this powerful and insightful episode, host **Peter Tas** welcomes a true pioneer of Kenpo in Australia — **Mr. Tony Angus**.

🔸 A former Victoria Police officer, Mr. Angus brings a wealth of frontline experience in patrol, drug enforcement, crowd control, and personal protection.  

🔸 He served as a weapons and tactics inst...

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🎙️ **NEW EPISODE ALERT! | The Mind Sensei Podcast with Peter Tas** 🥋  

**Guest: Mr. Tony Angus**

In this powerful and insightful episode, host **Peter Tas** welcomes a true pioneer of Kenpo in Australia — **Mr. Tony Angus**.

🔸 A former Victoria Police officer, Mr. Angus brings a wealth of frontline experience in patrol, drug enforcement, crowd control, and personal protection.  

🔸 He served as a weapons and tactics instructor for s...

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Today’s episode is a special one—because we’re diving deep into the mind of a true martial arts legend. Returning to the mic is none other than 9th Degree Kenpo Master, Sifu Z—Marty Zananovich!

But this time, we’re not just talking about Kenpo techniques—we’re exploring the evolution of thought, discipline, and self through the pages of his brand-new book, "Edge of Reality Evolution." 📖💥

This isn’t just a martial arts book—it’s a d...

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join us for Part 2 of our incredible conversation with Mr. Trevor Sherman. If you tuned in to Part 1, you already know what an inspiring journey Trevor has had—from his early days on a farm in Idaho to his deep dive into psychology and his lifelong dedication to martial arts.

Trevor’s passion for teaching and mentoring shines through in everything he does, and his belief in martial arts as a vehicle for personal growth and character...

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Welcome to another exciting episode of the Mind Sensei podcast, where we explore the journeys of martial arts legends and dive deep into the philosophies that drive their success.

I’m your host, **Peter Tas**, and today, we have a truly special guest joining us—**Mr. Trevor Sherman** all the way from Los Angeles USA.

This episode is part one of an incredible two-part conversation with a man whose journey through martial arts, psych...

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Welcome back to The Mind Sensei Podcast! I'm your host, Peter Tas, and today, we continue our incredible conversation with Mr. Lorenzo Jimenez. If you tuned in to Part 1, you already know that Mr. Jimenez is a dedicated martial artist with a wealth of knowledge and experience. In our last episode, we explored his beginnings, his influences, and the journey that shaped him into the martial artist he is today.

In Part 2, we’re div...

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Welcome to another exciting episode of the Mind Sensei podcast, where we explore the minds, experiences, and philosophies of martial artists, thought leaders, and those who have left an undeniable mark on the world of self-improvement and discipline.

I'm your host, Peter Tas, and today, I am honored to bring you an extraordinary guest whose journey through martial arts is as inspiring as it is profound.

Joining us is Mr. Lorenzo Jim...

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Welcome back to the Mind Sensei Podcast! I’m Peter Tas, and I’m excited to bring you Part 2 of our captivating conversation with Mr. Charles Johnson, a renowned figure in the world of fencing. In Part 1, we explored Charlie’s journey from his early days as a competitor to his impactful work as a coach and leader in the sport. Today, we’ll dive deeper into his coaching philosophy, the mental strategies he uses to foster success, and...

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Welcome to the Mind Sensei Podcast! I’m delighted to introduce our guest today, 

Mr. Charles Johnson, a truly inspiring figure in the world of fencing. 

Charlie’s journey in fencing began in 1984 at the age of 34, and over the past four decades, he has distinguished himself as a competitor, coach, and leader. His impressive career includes competing at national levels and playing key roles in organizing major events like the Junior O...

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🎙️ **Welcome back to The Mind Sensei Podcast – Part 2 of our special episode with Mr. Ed Cabrera!** 🎙️  

In **Part 1**, we explored Mr. Cabrera’s early days as a **Golden Gloves boxer**, his journey into **martial arts**, and how he discovered **Ed Parker’s Kenpo**. We also touched on the origins of **Kenpo Fusion**, an innovative system that integrates the power and mechanics of **boxing with the structured techniques of Kenpo**....

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🎙️ **Welcome to The Mind Sensei Podcast – Part 1 of a Special Two-Part Episode!** 🎙️  


In this first installment, we sit down with a true martial arts innovator— Mr. Ed Cabrera practitioner of Kenpo Fusion.

With a career spanning decades, Mr. Cabrera began his journey in **Western boxing**, winning the **Central Pennsylvania Golden Gloves**

in 1980 before transitioning into the martial arts. Earning his **black belt in Moo Duk Kwan...

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Welcome back to *The Mind Sensei Podcast.* I’m your host, Peter Tas, and today we continue our captivating conversation with Senior Grand Master Chuck Sullivan.  

In Part 1, we explored Mr. Sullivan’s early journey in Kenpo, his time training directly under Senior Grandmaster Ed Parker, and his pivotal role in shaping the foundational years of American Kenpo. If you haven’t listened to that episode yet, I highly recommend checking i...

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Welcome back to another exciting episode of , The Mind Sensei Podcast.

I'm your host, Peter Tas, and today I am truly honored to be joined by a living legend in the martial arts world—Senior Grand Master Chuck Sullivan.  

Mr. Sullivan's journey in Kenpo began in February 1959 when he became a direct student of the founder of American Kenpo, Senior Grandmaster Edmund K. Parker. As the fourth person ever to be promoted to Bla...

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Welcome Back to The Mind Sensei Podcast!

Hello everyone, I’m your host, Peter Tas, and thank you for joining me for Part 2 of our incredible conversation with Mr. Wes Idol.

Apologies for the first upload there was a mixup with the audio all fixed now

If you haven’t already listened to Part 1, I strongly encourage you to pause here and go back to immerse yourself in the full journey.

Part 1 takes us through Mr. Idol’s foundationa...

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Welcome to the Mind Sensei Podcast im your host, Peter Tas and I’m excited to bring you another captivating episode of *The Mind Sensei Podcast*.

Today, we are joined by a remarkable martial artist whose journey through American Kenpo Karate is rich with experience, accomplishments, and contributions to the art—Mr. Wes Idol.

Mr. Idol began his Kenpo journey in 1986 under the guidance of Albert Cornejo, building the foundation for ...

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welcome back to The Mind Sensei Podcast

!I’m your host, Peter Tas, and I’m here to help you unlock your potential, sharpen your mind, and embrace the warrior spirit within. Whether you're on the mat, in the dojo, or navigating life's challenges, this is the place where martial arts philosophy meets real-life growth.

Today, we’re diving into a topic that I know will resonate with many of you, whether you're a white belt just starti...

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Welcome back to The Mind Sensei Podcast!

In Part 2 of our conversation with the remarkable

Jocely M. Gonzalez, we continue to explore her inspiring journey. Jocely has already shared fascinating insights from her background in neurobiology, life coaching, and martial arts, offering us a unique blend of science and personal development.  

In this episode, we’ll dive even deeper into her work with the martial arts community, her le...

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