Voices of Kung Fu

Voices of Kung Fu

Voices of Kung Fu is a podcast dedicated to preserving and sharing the knowledge, history, and living traditions of Kung Fu & many other martial arts. Through conversations with masters, teachers, historians, and practitioners from around the world, the podcast explores the deeper culture, philosophy, and lineage of Kung Fu. Brought to you by the ICGPMA - International Chow Gar Praying Mantis Association, the podcast helps document and share the voices and experiences of those keeping the art alive today. Episodes are available on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music, and other major podcast platforms. If you would like to support our efforts please consider buying us a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/voicesofkungfu

  1. Apr 28

    Internal Pugilism Thailand | Sifu Toni Parada

    “Fighting teaches you one thing… Internal training teaches you something deeper.” In this episode of Voices of Kung Fu, Sifu Toni Parada shares a journey from Muay Thai and real-world experience… into the depth of internal martial arts. From external intensity… to structure, sensitivity, and internal power— this is a conversation about what happens when training evolves. This isn’t about styles. It’s about understanding. 🎧 Watch / listen: YouTube: https://youtu.be/j162zNtQTDA Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/08lqa8UuJzewPuuQfqHBR8?si=pFsjyPkASI-tLxBF1JAadQ 👇 Drop a comment with your thoughts 👍 Like if this resonates 🔁 Share with someone who trains ☕ Enjoying the episode? Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/voicesofkungfu Like, comment, share and subscribe to our socials! https://linktr.ee/voicesofkungfu This episode is brought to you by the ICGPMA International Chow Gar Praying Mantis Association https://www.facebook.com/chowgarmantisassociation/ https://www.instagram.com/chowgarmantis/ #KungFu #InternalMartialArts #MuayThai #Bagua #TaiChi #VoicesOfKungFu #MartialArts #Training

    2h 18m

  2. Apr 16

    Southern Praying Mantis Kung Fu | Let the Pressure Teach You | Sifu David Welther

    In this episode of Voices of Kung Fu, we sit down with Sifu David Welther— long-time practitioner and coach of Southern Praying Mantis Kung Fu —to explore a journey shaped through pressure, experience, and years of dedicated training. From his early encounters with Southern Praying Mantis… to intense training environments… to evolving his approach through cross-training and experimentation… This is a conversation about what actually builds skill. We dive into: The moment that changed his understanding of martial artsWhy pressure testing is essential for developmentThe role of conditioning, sparring, and mindsetDifferences across Southern Mantis systemsHow training evolves over time This isn’t about collecting techniques. It’s about understanding the journey beyond techniques. 🎧 Listen now and experience the conversation. ☕ Enjoying the episode? Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/voicesofkungfu 👍 Like, comment, share and subscribe to our socials! https://linktr.ee/voicesofkungfu 🎙️ This episode is brought to you by the ICGPMA International Chow Gar Praying Mantis Association https://www.facebook.com/chowgarmantisassociation/ https://www.instagram.com/chowgarmantis/

    1h 47m

  3. Apr 11

    Inside Yiquan | Mind Boxing | Sifu James Carrs

    ☕ Enjoying the episode? Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/voicesofkungfu Like, comment, share and subscribe to our socials! https://linktr.ee/voicesofkungfu What happens when you dedicate your life to training, not just physically, but mentally and internally? In this episode of Voices of Kung Fu, we sit down with Sifu James, head of the Sing Yee Da Cheng Boxing Association, to explore his journey through traditional martial arts—from early training in the UK to over a decade immersed in the internal arts in Hong Kong. This conversation dives deep into: The reality of training Yi Quan (mind-intent boxing)Why standing practice (Zhan Zhuang) is more than it seemsInternal vs external training—what really mattersThe role of mindset, relaxation, and “no mind” in power developmentLessons from living and training in Hong Kong for 11 yearsWhy foundations are everything in Kung Fu This is not about flashy techniques or forms—it’s about the process, the struggle, and the long-term path of development in martial arts. 🎙️ Listen now and explore the journey. This episode is brought to you by the ICGPMA International Chow Gar Praying Mantis Association https://www.facebook.com/chowgarmantisassociation/ https://www.instagram.com/chowgarmantis/

    1h 56m

  4. Apr 10

    🥋 Quick question for the martial arts community and listeners

    We have been building Voices of Kung Fu to share real stories, knowledge and the deeper side of the arts — not just what you see on the surface. But we are interested in what you all want to learn and see more of. Drop a comment and let us know what you like so far, which episode is currently your fav and anything else! — @voicesofkungfu is brought to you by the ICGPMA International Chow Gar Praying Mantis Association https://www.facebook.com/chowgarmantisassociation/ @chowgarmantis — 🔗 Follow for more: https://linktr.ee/voicesofkungfu

    1 min

  5. Apr 7

    Inside U.S Jooklum Southern Praying Mantis Kung Fu | Sifu Phillip Le

    In this episode of Voices of Kung Fu, we sit down with Sifu Phillip Le to explore his journey into U.S. Jook Lum Southern Praying Mantis Kung Fu—shaped by heritage, curiosity and the search for something that truly works. This is a conversation grounded in experience. We dive into: The transition from theory to applicationWhat changes when techniques are put under pressureThe mindset behind effective trainingThe role of structure, timing and understandingBridging tradition with experience Through honest discussion, this episode explores what it means to move beyond surface-level practice and develop deeper insight through training. 🎙️ Listen now and hear the journey. ☕ Support us:☕ Enjoying the episode? Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/voicesofkungfu 🔗 Follow our SOCIALSLike, comment, share and subscribe to our socials! https://linktr.ee/voicesofkungfu This episode is brought to you by the ICGPMA International Chow Gar Praying Mantis Association https://www.facebook.com/chowgarmantisassociation/ https://www.instagram.com/chowgarmantis/

    1h 59m

  6. Apr 5

    Inside Baguazhang: Tradition, Taoism & Real Experience | Sifu Phil Morrell

    ☕ Enjoying the episode? Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/voicesofkungfu Like, comment, share and subscribe to our socials! https://linktr.ee/voicesofkungfu In this episode of Voices of Kung Fu, we sit down with Fan Style Baguazhang Sifu Phil Morrell—a lifelong martial artist whose journey spans karate, Muay Thai, Hung Gar, Southern systems and decades of dedicated training in Baguazhang. Alongside his martial arts path, Phil also served as a police officer based in London’s Chinatown—offering a unique perspective shaped by real-world experience and the environments where these arts live and evolve. From Manchester… to London… to Beijing—where he has trained one-to-one with his teacher for over 20 years—this is a conversation rooted in experience, discipline and long-term development. We explore: The principles and origins of BaguazhangCircle walking and internal training methodsThe connection to Taoist practiceThe role of repetition, structure, and timeTraining in Beijing and traditional learning environmentsBalancing martial arts with real-world experience This is a grounded and honest look at training, perspective, and the path of long-term development. 🎙️ Listen now and explore the journey. This episode is brought to you by the ICGPMA International Chow Gar Praying Mantis Association https://www.facebook.com/chowgarmantisassociation/ https://www.instagram.com/chowgarmantis/

    1h 43m

  7. Mar 31

    Inside CKFA Southern Praying Mantis Kung Fu | Sifu Tommy Quan | Voices of Kung Fu

    ☕ Enjoying the episode? Support the show: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/voicesofkungfu⁠ What does a journey in Southern Praying Mantis Kung Fu training look like? In this episode of Voices of Kung Fu, we sit down with Sifu Tommy Quan of the CKFA Southern Praying Mantis Federation USA — an inheritor of the Jook Lum Southern Praying Mantis system under Sifu Poo Yee. With over 50 years of martial arts experience, Sifu Tommy shares a direct and honest perspective on traditional training, lineage and what it truly takes to develop real skill. This is a deep dive into one of the most respected Southern systems — known for its close-range power, structure and intensity. We explore: The lineage and transmission of Jook Lum Southern Praying Mantis The importance of structure, conditioning, and repetition Old-school training methods and discipline How real power is developed through the body The balance between preserving tradition and evolving the art What separates real training from performance This is not theory. This is experience. This is a voice of kung fu. 🎙️ Listen now and discover what Southern Praying Mantis training is really about. This episode is brought to you by the ICGPMA International Chow Gar Praying Mantis Association https://www.facebook.com/chowgarmantisassociation/ https://www.instagram.com/chowgarmantis/

    1h 36m

  8. Mar 30

    Inside Practical Tai Chi Chuan | Sifu Stephen Wooster

    Is Tai Chi really a martial art? In this episode of Voices of Kung Fu, we sit down with Sifu Stephen Wooster — a lifelong martial artist with experience across karate, judo, and traditional Tai Chi — to explore the deeper reality behind the art. This conversation goes beyond the surface. We break down Tai Chi not as slow movement or health exercise, but as a complete martial system built on structure, sensitivity, and refined power. We explore: The lineage and transmission of traditional Tai ChiThe connection between internal principles and real applicationHow structure, relaxation, and intent generate powerThe role of push hands and sensitivity trainingThe crossover between external and internal martial artsWhat it really takes to develop skill over time This is a grounded, honest look at Tai Chi — through experience, not theory. 🎙️ Listen now and discover what Tai Chi training is really about. ☕ Enjoying the episode? Support the show: https://buymeacoffee.com/voicesofkungfu This episode is brought to you by the ICGPMA International Chow Gar Praying Mantis Association https://www.facebook.com/chowgarmantisassociation/ https://www.instagram.com/chowgarmantis/

    1h 41m
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Voices of Kung Fu is a podcast dedicated to preserving and sharing the knowledge, history, and living traditions of Kung Fu & many other martial arts. Through conversations with masters, teachers, historians, and practitioners from around the world, the podcast explores the deeper culture, philosophy, and lineage of Kung Fu. Brought to you by the ICGPMA - International Chow Gar Praying Mantis Association, the podcast helps document and share the voices and experiences of those keeping the art alive today. Episodes are available on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music, and other major podcast platforms. If you would like to support our efforts please consider buying us a coffee! https://buymeacoffee.com/voicesofkungfu

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