Tradition vs. Evolution

We sit down with Doug Marcaida of the History Channel's Forged in Fire and talk about his roots in Filipino Martial Arts, his philosophies, and how he came up with the phrase: "It will KEAL".02

The FMA Bandits are back for Pinoy Martial Arts Mastermind Season 2! In this episode we interview the former Commanding General of the Philippine Army, Lt. Gen. Macairog Alberto (Ret.). Watch as Gen. Macky shares his thoughts as someone who has seen everything from his time in the frontlines, all the way to his tenure at the very top of the chain of command.

Social media has certainly impacted all aspects of life. Here the FMA Bandits discuss its pros and cons in both learning and teaching Martial Arts. This is also our last episode for Season 01. See you all again after we take a short, undeserved break.

Most of us began our martial arts journeys with watching that one character on TV or the movie screen, performing what to us were magical feats. We name our characters in this episode, who were yours?

How far do you want to take you Martial Arts Training? The FMA Bandits share their thoughts to help you find out just how much you need to give to take it to the next level.

In Martial Arts, you either evolve or you die. Or do you really? Here's what we think.

Your Martial Arts training cost you time, money, and sacrifice. Don't be afraid to charge for sharing your skills. You deserve it.

Scott Babb, Founder of Libre Knife Fighting. Sixto Carlos, Founder of Carlos Hermanos Stick and Knife. And Lee Morrison, Founder of Urban Combatives. All in one podcast. Triple threat, satisfaction guaranteed! 

Croatian MMA fighter and coach,  Slaven Planinic shares his experiences in his lifelong pursuit of the truth in fighting.

Our interview with Filipino blade maker, Dr. Arvin Sese, who also happens to be a security consultant, jungle survival expert, and a medical anesthesiologist. Among other things of course.