Martial Theory with Steve Pearlman

Steve Pearlman
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Join Dr. Steve Pearlman, the author of the international bestselling book, "Martial Theory," as he talks with senior instructors about the applications of theory in their styles. This is the world's leading podcast on martial strategy, tactics, and principles for modern, traditional, and classical arts. Go to https://www.martialtheoryu.com for instructional videos by varying instructors, discussion forums, teaching tips, live events, Q&As with Dr. Pearlman, and more.

Episodes

  1. John Ingallina - Combative BJJ

    May 11

    John Ingallina - Combative BJJ

    Martial Theory with Steve Pearlman

    52 min
  2. Dave Kalish - Connecting the Dots

    Apr 23

    Dave Kalish - Connecting the Dots

    Martial Theory with Steve Pearlman

    48 min
  3. Erik Harris - Liu Seong Gungfu

    Mar 31

    Erik Harris - Liu Seong Gungfu

    Martial Theory with Steve Pearlman

    42 min
  4. Combat Sambo with Rob Terlizzi

    Feb 26

    Combat Sambo with Rob Terlizzi

    Martial Theory with Steve Pearlman

    40 min
  5. Anthony Quatrochi - Kokoro Kai Jujitsu

    Jan 20

    Anthony Quatrochi - Kokoro Kai Jujitsu

    Learn about the unique style of Kokoro Kai JuJitsu and it's fascinating approaches to combat. Steve interviews Quatrochi Sensei about center connection/disconnection, angles and entry, the power-relaxation conection, the self-opponent dynamic, and much more. Follow the Martial Theory Podcast ‪@martialtheorypodcast‬ Martial Theory University: https://martialtheoryu.com/ Martial Theory (paperback, audio, Kindle): https://a.co/d/4lSfdYn Anthony Quatrochi: https://aqmai.com/index.html

    42 min

  6. Jan 9

    John Borter - Doyle Irish Stick Fighting

    Martial Theory with Steve Pearlman

    1 hr
  7. Mark Cardona - Wan Yi Chuan Kung Fu

    12/11/2025

    Mark Cardona - Wan Yi Chuan Kung Fu

    Steve sits down with Mark Cardona of Wan Yi Chuan kung fu and the Renaissance Martial Arts School in Rochester New York. Mark discusses how to adapt traditional animal kung fu forms into modern combat, as well as the crucial importance of transitioning well between ranges and tactics. Mark also discusses the value of sparring with other styles, and the problem facing some traditional martial arts with respect to evolving for modern combative applications.

    44 min

  8. 11/11/2025

    Martial Theory Podcast - Doug Marcaida

    Steve interviews Doug Marcaida of TV's "Forged and Fire" and Marcaida Kali. They explore the role of fluidity in Kali, Doug's Chinese marital arts connection, the "real" weapon of Kali, and "structured chaos." Get Steve Pearlman's "Martial Theory" at Amazon: https://a.co/d/2y1XgJ6 Join the discussion at Martial Theory University! https://www.martialtheoryu.com/

    35 min
  9. Tony DiSarro

    10/28/2025

    Tony DiSarro

    Steve sits down with Tony DiSarro to talk Kosho-Ryu Kempo, Daito-Ryu Aikijujitsu, and Serrada Escrima. Among other things, they get into the mysteries of Kosho, as well as the powerful theories behind "debana waza"!

    1h 12m
  • 9 Episodes

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Join Dr. Steve Pearlman, the author of the international bestselling book, "Martial Theory," as he talks with senior instructors about the applications of theory in their styles. This is the world's leading podcast on martial strategy, tactics, and principles for modern, traditional, and classical arts. Go to https://www.martialtheoryu.com for instructional videos by varying instructors, discussion forums, teaching tips, live events, Q&As with Dr. Pearlman, and more.

Information

  • Creator
    Steve Pearlman
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Praxis Martial Arts, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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