What If, What Then? – Real Talk. Real Tactics. Real Safety.

Paul Mracek - Erhard Wiedemann
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Welcome to What If, What Then?—the podcast that gets real about safety, resilience, and awareness. Hosted by Paul Mracek and Erhard Wiedemann, each episode explores “What If-What Then” moments with practical tools from martial arts, defensive tactics, and real-life experience. Learn how to stay alert, protect your family, and turn fear into strength. Discover how to prevent threats, build confidence, teach safety, and live tactically. Not fear—readiness. Not theory—real action What If, What Then? gives you the edge to live safer, stronger, and smarter.

Episodes

  1. What If Self-Defence Could Be Practised Daily in Small Ways?

    10/25/2025

    What If Self-Defence Could Be Practised Daily in Small Ways?

    In this practical and powerful episode of What If, What Then?, hosts Paul Mracek and Erhard Wiedemann explore the idea that self-defence isn’t just something you do in a crisis, it’s something you practise daily, in small and simple ways. Discover how micro-habits like posture, breathwork, boundary phrases, and environmental awareness can help you stay safe without fear or paranoia. From scanning yoursurroundings to stepping back calmly, you’ll learn how to rewire your body and mind to respond with control, clarity, and confidence, even in tense or unpredictable situations. Whether you’re walking to your car, working in a retail space, or just navigating a busy public place, these easy-to-use strategies will help you be prepared - not paranoid. Becausethe safest fight is the one you never have to enter. 🛡️ Defence starts small. Confidence grows daily. Stay calm, stay ready. 🎧 Listen now to turn everyday awareness into your first line of defence. #WhatIfWhatThen #SelfDefenceDaily #ADT #MicroHabits #StaySafe #SituationalAwareness#VerbalDefence #CalmConfidence

    38 min
  2. What If You Could De-escalate a Confrontation Peacefully

    08/06/2025

    What If You Could De-escalate a Confrontation Peacefully

    Verbal Self-Defence & Conflict Resolution in Real Life In this high-impact episode of *What If, What Then?*, Paul Mracek and Erhard Wiedemann unpack how your voice, tone, and presence are your first and best line of defence in a confrontation. You’ll explore real-life de-escalation techniques that work, from posture and breathwork to verbal framing and emotional awareness. Learn how to stay in control, manage tension, and respond with clarity, not chaos. Whether at home, work, or on the street, these strategies help you redirect conflict and reclaim calm. 🎧 Speak with purpose. Lead with calm. Stay safe under pressure. #VerbalDefence #Deescalation #WhatIfWhatThen #SelfDefence #ConflictResolution #SituationalAwareness #PersonalSafety #CalmUnderPressure #EmotionalControl #PeacefulPower

    27 min
  3. What If Martial Arts Could Rewire Your Mind?

    07/23/2025

    What If Martial Arts Could Rewire Your Mind?

    Discipline, Movement & Mental Health – The Calm Warrior Advantage In this powerful episode of What If, What Then?, Paul Mracek and Erhard Wiedemann uncover how martial arts isn't just about physical strength - it's a profound tool for mental health and emotional resilience. You’ll discover how breathwork, structure, and pressure-based training can help you rewire how you deal with stress, anxiety, and overwhelm. Whether you’re navigating conflict, managing a team, parenting, or simply trying to stay balanced, the principles of martial arts will show you how to stay grounded, composed, and clear-headed. 🎧 Train the body. Calm the mind. Show up stronger - in life, work, and relationships. #MentalHealth#WhatIfWhatThen #CalmWarrior #MindsetMatters #MartialArtsForLife#EmotionalResilience #PersonalGrowth

    28 min
  4. What If Self-Defence Was Taught Like Swimming?

    07/02/2025

    What If Self-Defence Was Taught Like Swimming?

    The Skill That Keeps You Safe – Why It’s Essential for Everyday Life In this episode of What If, What Then?, Paul Mracek and Erhard Wiedemann dive deep into a powerful truth: self-defence is more than kicks and punches, it's a skill for life. Just like learning to swim prepares you for water safety, self-defence prepares you for everyday situations - at home, at work, or out in the community. You’ll learn whyself-defence training builds not just physical skills, but also confidence, communication, and calm under pressure. Discover the real impact it has on reducing violence, enhancing awareness, and empowering people of all ages to make smart, safe decisions in the heat of the moment. 🎧 It’s not about aggression - it’s about intelligent action. #SelfDefence#EverydaySafety #SituationalAwareness #WhatIfWhatThen #EmpowermentNotAggression #StreetSmarts #PersonalSafety

    33 min
  5. What If You Could Escape Any Grab with Ease?

    06/18/2025

    What If You Could Escape Any Grab with Ease?

    Unstoppable Defence – Grabs, Locks & Counters That Put You Back in Control In this episode of What If, What Then?, Paul Mracek and Erhard Wiedemann break down the real-world techniques you need to stay safe when someone grabs you, locks onto you, or tries to control your movement. You’ll learn how to manage these high-stress situations using smart movement, leverage, and situational awareness - not brute strength. Whether it’s a wrist grab, shoulder lock, or something more complex, this episode gives you actionable strategies to escape, counter, and stay in control, especially when the threat escalates fast. Discover how to stay calm under pressure, react instinctively, and defend yourself with purpose. These aren’t just moves, they’re mindset tools. 🎧 Stay sharp. Stay strong. Stay free. #WhatIfWhatThen #SelfDefence #GrabsAndLocks #StreetSmarts #EmpowermentThroughPreparedness #ConfidenceInCrisis

    30 min
  6. What If You Could Stay Grounded When Provoked?

    06/03/2025

    What If You Could Stay Grounded When Provoked?

    Unstoppable Defence – How to Handle Pushes & Pokes with Confidence In this episode of What If, What Then?, Paul Mracek and Erhard Wiedemann dive into the overlooked yet powerful topic of defending against pushes and pokes - common triggers for physical escalation in both public and private environments. You’ll discover how to stay balanced, redirect force, and de-escalate threats before they become physical. Learn practical strategies rooted in situational awareness, body mechanics, leverage, and calm communication. From street encounters to domestic tensions, you’ll walk away with real-world tools to respond with confidence, without escalating conflict. 🎧 Balance is power. Awareness is safety. Practice is freedom. #StreetSmarts#WhatIfWhatThen #SelfDefence #PushesAndPokes #Confidence #CalmUnderPressure

    33 min
  7. What If You Could Block Any Strike Instinctively?

    05/28/2025

    What If You Could Block Any Strike Instinctively?

    Unstoppable Defence – Mastering Hooks, Strikes & Slaps Welcome to another powerful episode of What If, What Then?, where Paul Mracek and Erhard Wiedemann break down how to defend yourself against one of the most common street-level threats - hooks, strikes, and slaps. In this episode, you’ll learn practical defence strategies, how to manage close-range attacks in public or domestic environments, and how to stay balanced and calm underpressure. Discover the value of body mechanics, leverage, movement, and mindset to stay safe without relying on brute strength. Whether you're a complete beginner or have some training, this episode is packed with tips you can apply immediately. Because real self-defence isn’t about fighting, it’s about not needing to. 🎧 Learn to move smart, react fast, and defend with confidence.#UnstoppableDefence #SelfDefence #WhatIfWhatThen #HooksStrikesSlaps #StreetSmarts #StaySafe

    35 min
  8. What If You Only Had Seconds to Act?

    05/21/2025

    What If You Only Had Seconds to Act?

    Self Defence in Seconds – Act Fast, Stay Safe In this episode of What If, What Then?, Paul Mracek and Erhard Wiedemann break down real-world self-defence strategies that could save your life in seconds. Learn how to detect aggression before it escalates—from passive andverbal cues to physical confrontations and cyber threats. Discover how to use your awareness, voice, posture, and presence to defuse danger fast and stay in control. Whether you're in the workplace, at home, or out in public, the toolsshared here are practical, proven, and powerful. 🎧 Stay safe. Stay sharp. And remember, sometimesthe best defence is simply not being there. #SelfDefence #SituationalAwareness #ActFastStaySafe #WhatIfWhatThen #PersonalSafety

    23 min

  9. 05/03/2025

    What If You Could Stay Safe Without Force?

    The Calm Warrior - Using Internal Energy to Take Control, Not Just Defend In this powerful episode of What If, What Then?, discover how mastering your breath, posture, and internal energy can give you the edge in staying safe and centred, even under pressure. Paul Mracek and Erhard Wiedemann share real-world tactics and daily rituals that turn calm into your greatest strength. Learn how to redirect conflict, project presence, and take control, without ever throwing a punch. 🎧 Breathe deep. Stay grounded. Be the calm warrior. See more courses and programs at: https://courses.advanceddefensivetactics.com/all-courses/

    25 min
  10. Situational Awareness: Your Secret Weapon in a “What If” Moment

    04/18/2025

    Situational Awareness: Your Secret Weapon in a “What If” Moment

    In this episode of What If, What Then, Paul Mracek and Erhard Wiedemann break down the essential skill that keeps you ahead of danger - situational awareness. Whether it’s walking through a hospital corridor, a crowded street, or facing a moment of conflict, being aware of your surroundings can change the outcome. You'll discover howthis simple shift in focus can: 🔍 Help your read a situation before it escalates🧭 Guide smarter decisions in high-pressure moments🛡️ Boost your self-defence skills and your confidence in everyday life.This isn’t just about physical safety—it’s about how to take control of your space, your energy, and your response in any scenario. 🎧 Tune in now to learn how to think ahead, move smart, and act with clarity—because what if something happens… what then?

    21 min
  11. What If You Could Stay Safe Before Trouble Starts? | Self-Defence with Awareness

    04/18/2025

    What If You Could Stay Safe Before Trouble Starts? | Self-Defence with Awareness

    What if one shift in mindset could help you stay one step ahead of danger - before it strikes? In this premiere episode of What If, What Then, Paul Mracek and veteran security expert Erhard Wiedemann reveal the power of situational awareness and how to turn instinct into action. From busy hospital wards to everyday street encounters, discover how staying alert and knowing what to look for can prevent threats before they escalate. You'll learn: 🧠 How to read your environment like a pro⚠️ The warning signs that most people miss🚪 Why having an exit strategy could save you life. Whether you're in healthcare, hospitality or just navigating daily life - this episode gives you the real - world tools to stay safe, aware and ready. 👉 Hit play now and start building your personal safety advantage - before you need it.

    16 min
  12. Street Safety & Self-Defence: What If Violence Finds You?

    04/18/2025

    Street Safety & Self-Defence: What If Violence Finds You?

    What if the unthinkable happened - right in front of you? Would you know what to do? In this powerful episode of What If, What Then, Paul Mracek and special expert guest tackle the tough subject of public and family violence - the kind that can erupt when you least expect it. From everyday commutes to unexpected confrontations, you’ll learn: 🚩 How to recognise danger before it escalates🧠 Why mindset and quick thinking are your best defence🛡️ Practical actions to stay safe and protect those around you.This isn’t about fear - it’s about empowerment. Whether you're at home, walking the streets, or in the workplace, the tools we share could be the difference between being caught off guard… or being prepared. 🎧 Hit play now and take the first step to owning your safety in any situation.

    27 min
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Welcome to What If, What Then?—the podcast that gets real about safety, resilience, and awareness. Hosted by Paul Mracek and Erhard Wiedemann, each episode explores “What If-What Then” moments with practical tools from martial arts, defensive tactics, and real-life experience. Learn how to stay alert, protect your family, and turn fear into strength. Discover how to prevent threats, build confidence, teach safety, and live tactically. Not fear—readiness. Not theory—real action What If, What Then? gives you the edge to live safer, stronger, and smarter.

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