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 foundational years in Kenpo, his transformative training experiences at The West LA studio, and the pivotal relationships he built with some of Kenpo’s most iconic figures. In this final chapter, we’ll explore the remarkable second half of Mr. Idol’s journey, including his time as a bodyguard for the Dalai Lama, his groundbreaking contribution to the P90X fitness program, and his efforts to document and preserve the history of American Kenpo. It’s a conversation filled with wisdom, stories, and lessons that every martial artist and enthusiast can appreciate. So, let’s pick up where we left off and dive back into the inspiring world of Mr. Wes Idol. Welcome to Part 2 of this special episode of The Mind Sensei Podcast! In this final episode, we explored his extraordinary experiences, bodyguarding for the Dalai Lama, his collaboration with Tony Horton on the P90X Kenpo DVD, and his invaluable work documenting the history of American Kenpo. We also touched on his continued training and growth under the guidance of his current instructor, Mr. Bryan Hawkins, which demonstrates his unwavering commitment to learning and evolving in the art of Kenpo Karate.A heartfelt thank you to Mr. Wes Idol for sharing a piece of the puzzle and giving us a deeper insight into his incredible journey. To our listeners, thank you for your continued support—you are the ones who make this podcast possible. It’s an honor to have you with us on this journey of learning, growth, and inspiration.If you enjoyed these episodes, be sure to share them with your fellow martial artists, leave a review, and help spread the word about The Mind Sensei Podcast. As always, stay curious, stay inspired, and keep cultivating the art of self-discovery and keep striving for greatness. I’m Peter Tas, and this has been The Mind Sensei Podcast. Signing off Thank you for tuning in, 🎧 Tune in now to hear: ✅ How Mr. Idol began his Kenpo journey. ✅ His training at the heart of Kenpo history. ✅ Lessons from legendary instructors. Contact Information Thank you for joining us on our two part series with 8th Degree Associate Master Wes Idol We hope today’s episode resonated with you and inspired your martial arts journey. If you have any questions, feedback, or if you’d like to connect further with our guest, Mr. Wes Idol, feel free to reach out! We love hearing from our listeners. If the episode has sparked something in you, or if you wish to reach out to Mr. Idol directly, you can connect with us on social media or send us an email We’ll make sure your message gets passed along. Stay engaged, follow us for more insightful episodes, and continue to be part of our vibrant Mind Sensei community. As always, stay disciplined, stay inspired, and keep striving for excellence. Until next time! Website: https://bryanhawkinskenpo.com/ Email: w@idol. la Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wesley.idol/📲 Listen on your favorite podcast platform and don’t forget to subscribe! 💬 Share your thoughts in the comments below—what inspired you most from Mr. Idol’s journey so far? #TheMindSenseiPodcast #KenpoKarate #WesIdol #MartialArtsJourney #PodcastEpisode #AmericanKenpo #MartialArtsInspiration #PeterTas
