Warrior's Way Podcast

James Eke looks at the Yerkes-Dodson law of disengagement, frazzle and flow, and how it relates to stress and performance. We talk about how we can use meditation and Jiu-Jitsu to find our own personal ‘flow’ state. We also answer a listener question on what to do when life throws us a curveball.

James Eke looks at a Black Belt Magazine article by Rickson Gracie on being well-rounded as a martial artist. We also answer a question on how much rolling in Jiu-Jitsu should you be getting.

James Eke looks at how we can get more from our martial arts and training through learning what allostasis means and how to inspire yourself through balancing discipline and chaos. We also talk about what being a true martial arts champion is all about.

James Eke looks at the amazing exploits of French Resistance spy and Nazi foe, Nancy Wake and what we can learn from her example on living a more full and awesome life. We also look at what we can do to get more from our training.

James Eke looks at an excellent article by living Jiu-Jitsu and fitness legend, Steve Maxwell on what we need to do as we get older and continue training. We also answer a question about how to give back and support our dojo to show gratitude.

James Eke looks at Zen Master Alan Watts’ take on Carl Jung’s view of our shadow darkside and how accepting and reconciliation of it in our inner workings is such an important part of our training and or work to become better and more integrated characters. We also look at meditation and if it ever gets easier.

James Eke looks at an article by Jung Therapist John Betts on the transformative potential of being swallowed whole and left to start anew. We also answer a listener question about how to deal with life and what it throws your way.

James Eke looks at an article by combatives instructor, Kelly McCann, and his assertion that we should tap into our rage when it comes to self-defence, and discuss the problem with following this advice to the letter. We also answer a question about starting the martial arts and feeling a time crunch.

James Eke looks at the amazing story of Lt Hiro Onoda, the Japanese soldier who kept fight World War Two for 30 years after the end of the war in the jungles of the Philippines. We also talk about the most important thing a new person can do to improve their Jiu-Jitsu right from the start.

James Eke looks at the Warrior Program launched in the Vancouver Island communities of Ucluelet and Tofino to teach respect, responsibility, discipline and cultural traditions to First Nations youths. We also answer a question about what one martial art is the best to train in.

James Eke talks about a visit to some Northern BC Canada hydro electric dams and how he got a lesson for life and insight into maximizing training. We talk about gratitude, compassion and respect as well as answer a listener question about learning from everything in your life.

We take a look at the new book, Step On The Mat by martial artist, Ninja Nguyen. This is a terrific read by a martial artist who obviously knows his stuff. We also look at age and training — too old or too young.

James Eke looks at how important being a child in the martial arts was in his life and why it should matter to every parent. We also answer a question from a listener on diets.

James Eke takes us on a journey to Gwaii Haanas and the magical land of Haida Gwaii. We examine what we can learn from ancient people and the experience of those around the world to make our own lives and our training better. We also talk about the legacy of the Haida people and what we can learn about ourselves. We answer a listener question about which translation of the Bushido is the best to listen to.

James Eke looks at the Samurai code for like, The Bushido, and how we can use its 8 main points to focus our training and live better and deeper lives. We also answer a listener question on the ultimate martial art.

James Eke reviews The Viking Laws and what they mean to training and living an amazing life. We also answer a question about joining the military.

James Eke looks at JK Rowling’s 2008 graduation speech to Harvard on the lessons learned through failure, the importance of imagination and the value of friendship. We link all that in with its value to our martial arts and training. We answer a question about drinking supplements and the importance of water.

James Eke takes a look at the first foreign person to receive a black belt in Judo and his book, The Manual Of Judo. We also talk about having a healthy balance in life both on and off the mats and answer a listener question about how much training is too much.

James Eke talks about what turning 50 has taught him not just about life but about his martial arts and training. He also recounts what a trip to Haida Gwaii has taught him about life and how to move forward and build a better future.

James Eke looks at an article written by martial arts legend, Dan Inosanto, entitled; A Burning Desire To Learn. We also talk about important things to keep in mind for longevity in the martial arts.