Managing Violence Podcast with Joe Saunders

I have been a subscriber to Joe’s podcast for a couple of years. I have been fortunate to have not experienced any violence in the past 40 plus years. At the age of 71 yo, I am not nearly as strong, as fast, as agile or as durable as I once was. I have a desire to still be able to product myself, my wife, children and grandchildren. I started training in Krav Maga several years ago but Joe’s podcasts have informed me that learning techniques is only part of the answer to potentially violent encounters. Inspired by his interviews, I have read books on the importance on deescalation (Words of Power), recognizing the potential for violence before it happens (Left of Bang) and understanding the difference between anti-social behavior and an asocial predator (Mediations on Violence). Joe really gets it. He chooses people who are at the very top of their field and is well prepared for each interview. I put this knowledge to the test a few days ago when a neighbor of mine who is half my age and much larger than me approached me in a rage with his dukes up. I was able to deescalate him but was prepared to put him down if needed. In the past I’m certain that I would have let him get to me and I would have shouted back at him and who knows where it would have gone from there. The people on these podcasts are not people who seek violence but they have a plethora of experience in real world violence. This is extremely important to people like me. Keep up the good work.

It’s nice to come across a podcast that treats the subject of violence with more depth and wisdom than a general-purpose tough guy telling me that if I don’t take his perspective I’m wrong. Joe has a variety of guests who come at the topic from a diverse spectrum of angles and life experiences. The content is solid stuff. (And I can subconsciously develop my burgeoning Australian accent while listening)

The vast diversity of guests an their experience is greatly appreciated.

The biggest favor you can do for yourself is to listen to this podcast. It is outstanding and will help you in your daily life.