The Dojo Exchange

James Moore

The Dojo Exchange is a martial arts podcast bringing practitioners, instructors, competitors, historians, coaches, authors, legends, and celebrity guests from every style and background together to share their stories, experiences, and knowledge. From Taekwondo, Karate, Judo, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Boxing, Wrestling, Kung Fu, HEMA, Filipino Martial Arts, Krav Maga, and beyond, every discipline has a story worth hearing and lessons worth preserving. Featuring conversations with martial artists from across the community—including renowned instructors, champions, industry leaders, and special guests—the show explores the people behind the martial arts and the experiences that shaped them. The Dojo Exchange is proudly supported by RevGear, connecting the podcast with a brand that has been part of the martial arts community for decades. Our mission isn't to decide which style is best. It's to learn from one another. We explore journeys, challenges, philosophies, successes, failures, training, self-defense, leadership, personal growth, history, and the future of martial arts. Some conversations focus on tradition and history. Others explore competition, coaching, self-defense, business, leadership, or the evolution of martial arts. Difficult topics aren't avoided, but they're approached through respectful conversation and different perspectives. Whether you're a white belt taking your first class or a lifelong martial artist with decades of experience, there's always something to learn from someone else's journey. Different styles. Shared wisdom. Stronger together. One conversation. One lesson. One exchange at a time.

  1. 5d ago

    How REVGEAR Became a Combat Sports Icon | Paul Reavlin, Founder, CEO & President of REVGEAR

    . In this episode of The Dojo Exchange, I sit down with Paul, CEO, Founder & President of RevGear, to talk about the story behind one of the most recognizable names in combat sports. We dive into RevGear’s origins, the early days of MMA, the fighters and events that helped shape the brand, and what it takes to build a company that becomes part of martial arts history. From the early fight scene to working alongside some of the biggest names in combat sports, Paul gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the journey of RevGear and the culture that made it what it is today. 🥊 MMA. Martial arts. Business. Legacy. And this one is packed with stories you don't want to miss. Subscribe to The Dojo Exchange and join the conversation as we bring martial artists, fighters, instructors, and industry leaders together. 🥋 The Dojo Exchange — Martial Arts Podcast 🎙️ Preserving the stories. Bridging the styles. Continuing the journey. Get your Revgear Equipment here (links below) and support the Dojo Exchange! Get quality martial arts gear and apparel while supporting a company that supports the community. Use code THEDOJOEXCHANGE at checkout for 10% OFF your order! Support the people who support martial arts. 🥋👊 Buy some great equipment and Support the dojo exchange! Use code THEDOJOEXCHANGE for 10% off https://tidd.ly/3SJITqQ https://tidd.ly/4ha2CZX https://tidd.ly/4x9KaW0 Support the dojo exchange here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thedojoexchange #TheDojoExchange​ #RevGear​ #MMA​ #MartialArts​ #UFC​ #CombatSports​ #MMAHistory​ #MartialArtsPodcast​ #RevGearMMA

  2. Oct 2

    What’s Behind Your Black Belt? The Importance of Martial Arts Lineage.

    What’s Behind Your Black Belt? The Importance of Martial Arts Lineage | Ray Ballett What’s behind your black belt? On this episode of The Dojo Exchange, I sit down with Ray Ballett, who brings 45 years of martial arts experience to a conversation about something every martial artist should understand: lineage. Ray and I discuss why knowing where your martial art comes from—and who taught the people who taught you—can provide important context for understanding your training. We also dive into: 🥋 45 years in martial arts 🥋 Martial arts lineage and tradition 🥋 What makes a good instructor 🥋 The values a martial arts school passes to its students 🥋 Practical self-defense and situational awareness 🥋 De-escalation and real-world preparation 🥋 Ray's military experience and firearms instruction 🥋 Why self-defense requires more than one tool 🥋 The evolution of martial arts 🥋 Preserving knowledge and passing it to the next generation Ray also discusses his work as a Regional Director with the National Karate Jiu Jitsu Federation and his perspective on helping martial artists continue learning and developing throughout their journey. Whether you're a longtime black belt, a new student, or an instructor, this conversation is about where our martial arts come from, why that history matters, and what we leave behind for the next generation. Welcome to The Dojo Exchange — where martial artists come together to share the stories, experiences, knowledge, and traditions that make up our community. Subscribe, share this episode, and join the exchange. Get your Revgear Equipment here and support the Dojo Exchange! Get quality martial arts gear and apparel while supporting a company that supports the community. Use code THEDOJOEXCHANGE at checkout for 10% OFF your order! Support the people who support martial arts. 🥋👊 Buy some great equipment and Support the dojo exchange! Use code THEDOJOEXCHANGE for 10% off https://tidd.ly/3SJITqQ https://tidd.ly/4ha2CZX https://tidd.ly/4x9KaW0 Support the dojo exchange here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thedojoexchange Martial Arts #RayBault #TheDojoExchange #MartialArtsLineage #MartialArts #SelfDefense #Karate #JiuJitsu #MartialArtsPodcast #MartialArtsHistory #BlackBelt #MartialArtsTraining #SituationalAwareness #NationalKarateJiuJitsuFederation

  3. Sep 28

    Mike Andrus: Reality-Based Self-Defense, Martial Arts & NKJF | The Dojo Exchange

    Mike Andrus joins The Dojo Exchange to discuss reality-based self-defense, martial arts, personal protection, and his decades of experience in the martial arts community. As President of International Affairs for the National Karate Jiu-Jitsu Federation (NKJF) and a 9th-degree black belt in Hon Hab Do Reality-Based Combatives and Wado Shinzen-Kai Kokusai, Mike Andrus has spent decades developing and teaching practical self-defense and combative arts programs. In this episode, we discuss the evolution of martial arts, reality-based self-defense, situational awareness, de-escalation, women's self-defense, martial arts training, leadership, and the difference between traditional martial arts and preparing for real-world situations. Mike also shares his experience developing Safe Day Studio programs and his approach to making martial arts and personal safety practical outside the dojo. 🥋 Mike Andrus 🥋 NKJF — National Karate Jiu-Jitsu Federation 🥋 Reality-Based Combatives 🥋 Hon Hab Do 🥋 Self-Defense 🥋 Martial Arts 🥋 Personal Safety 🥋 Situational Awareness 🥋 Martial Arts Leadership Welcome to The Dojo Exchange — where martial artists come together, stories are preserved, and the conversations continue. Mike's Book! https://a.co/d/0d7uc0LD Get your Revgear Equipment here and support the Dojo Exchange! Get quality martial arts gear and apparel while supporting a company that supports the community. Use code THEDOJOEXCHANGE at checkout for 10% OFF your order! Support the people who support martial arts. 🥋👊 Buy some great equipment and Support the dojo exchange! Use code THEDOJOEXCHANGE for 10% off https://tidd.ly/3SJITqQ https://tidd.ly/4ha2CZX https://tidd.ly/4x9KaW0 Support the dojo exchange here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thedojoexchange Martial Arts Maniacs Magazine www.martialartsmaniacs.com 📰 International Martial Arts Magazine https://www.imamag.org And check out these great organizations that continue to support and contribute to the martial arts community: 🥋 National Karate Jujutsu Federation (NKJF) www.nkjf-usa.com 🥊 International Chinese Boxing Association (ICBA) https://icba-worldwide.com #MikeAndrus #SelfDefense #MartialArts #RealityBasedSelfDefense #NKJF #Karate #Jujitsu #TheDojoExchange #revgear

  4. Sep 26

    Nick Beirl of Fight Tribe | MMA, Fighting & The Mindset Behind the Fighter

    🥊 The Dojo Exchange — Nick Beirle | Fight Tribe In this episode of The Dojo Exchange, we sit down with MMA fighter Nick Beirl of Fight Tribe to talk about his journey through combat sports, the realities of competing in MMA, and what it takes to prepare both physically and mentally for the fight. Nick shares his experiences inside and outside the cage, the training that shaped him as a fighter, and the mindset required to keep pushing forward when things get difficult. We talk about MMA, training, competition, discipline, the fight community, and the lessons that martial arts can teach both inside and outside the gym. Whether you're a longtime martial artist, an MMA fan, or someone just getting started in combat sports, this is a conversation you won't want to miss. 🥊 Fight Tribe 🎙️ The Dojo Exchange Subscribe, follow, and join the conversation as we continue bringing martial artists, fighters, instructors, and combat-sports personalities together from across the community. Nicks Fights! https://youtu.be/ud1G-YDsvfk?is=Trv6pfkyzGgyAdkY https://youtu.be/FZmT_NHWiMA?is=WFsDJ7W4lPjsTpub https://youtu.be/YVnmKRhjSwo?is=AHqYz7ZucBFxGOhL https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550803434671 Train hard. Stay humble. Keep exchanging. Get your Revgear Equipment here and support the Dojo Exchange! Get quality martial arts gear and apparel while supporting a company that supports the community. Use code THEDOJOEXCHANGE at checkout for 10% OFF your order! Support the people who support martial arts. 🥋👊 Buy some great equipment and Support the dojo exchange! Use code THEDOJOEXCHANGE for 10% off https://tidd.ly/3SJITqQ https://tidd.ly/4ha2CZX https://tidd.ly/4x9KaW0 Support the dojo exchange here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thedojoexchange Martial Arts Maniacs Magazine www.martialartsmaniacs.com 📰 International Martial Arts Magazine https://www.imamag.org And check out these great organizations that continue to support and contribute to the martial arts community: 🥋 National Karate Jujutsu Federation (NKJF) www.nkjf-usa.com 🥊 International Chinese Boxing Association (ICBA) https://icba-worldwide.com #TheDojoExchange #NickBeirle #FightTribe #MMA #MMAFighter #MixedMartialArts #MartialArts #CombatSports #MMAInterview #FightCulture

  5. Sep 22

    Becoming the Perfect Weapon — Jeff Speakman

    Becoming the Perfect Weapon — Jeff Speakman | The Dojo Exchange What does it really mean to become a perfect weapon? In this special episode of The Dojo Exchange, James Moore sits down with legendary martial artist and actor Jeff Speakman, best known for his iconic role in The Perfect Weapon. But this conversation goes far beyond the movie. Jeff shares his perspective on martial arts, training, discipline, personal growth, and the experiences that shaped his journey both on and off the screen. We talk about the martial arts culture of his generation, the making and legacy of The Perfect Weapon, and what it means to continue evolving as a martial artist long after the cameras stop rolling. From the techniques and training that built a career to the mindset required to keep growing, this is a conversation about where martial arts comes from, where it is going, and what it means to remain a student for life. SUPPORT Jeff's new movie here!!! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/chefjoegatto/lost-echoes-the-movie?utm_id=97757_v0_s00_e0_tv0 Get your Revgear Equipment here and support the Dojo Exchange! Get quality martial arts gear and apparel while supporting a company that supports the community. Use code THEDOJOEXCHANGE at checkout for 10% OFF your order! Support the people who support martial arts. 🥋👊 Buy some great equipment and Support the dojo exchange! Use code THEDOJOEXCHANGE for 10% off https://tidd.ly/3SJITqQ https://tidd.ly/4ha2CZX https://tidd.ly/4x9KaW0 Support the dojo exchange here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thedojoexchange Martial Arts Maniacs Magazine www.martialartsmaniacs.com 📰 International Martial Arts Magazine https://www.imamag.org And check out these great organizations that continue to support and contribute to the martial arts community: 🥋 National Karate Jujutsu Federation (NKJF) www.nkjf-usa.com 🥊 International Chinese Boxing Association (ICBA) https://icba-worldwide.com Then. Now. Always a Warrior. 🥋 The Dojo Exchange — where martial artists from every style, background, and generation come together to Learn. Grow. Inspire. 🎙️ Host: James Moore 🥋 Guest: Jeff Speakman 🎬 Actor | Martial Artist | Living Legend #TheDojoExchange #JeffSpeakman #ThePerfectWeapon #MartialArts #Karate #Kenpo #MartialArtsPodcast #JamesMoore #PerfectWeapon #MartialArtsMovies

  6. Sep 19 ·  Bonus

    The Dark Side of Martial Arts - McDojoLife

    In this episode of The Dojo Exchange, I sit down with Rob Ingram, founder of McDojoLife and co-founder of Academy Safe. Known throughout the martial arts world for exposing the dark side of martial arts fraud, promoting accountability, and advocating for student safety, Rob shares the story behind one of the most recognized platforms in the industry. We talk about Rob's journey into martial arts, what inspired him to create McDojoLife, and how his mission has evolved beyond exposing bad actors to helping build a safer, stronger martial arts community. We also discuss Academy Safe, the responsibilities of instructors, social media's impact on martial arts, leadership, and what the future of the martial arts community looks like About Rob Ingram: Founder of McDojoLife Co-Founder of Academy Safe Martial arts instructor and advocate One of the most recognized voices in the martial arts community https://www.academysafe.org/ Buy some great equipment and Support the dojo exchange! Use code THEDOJOEXCHANGE for 10% off https://tidd.ly/3SJITqQ https://tidd.ly/4ha2CZX https://tidd.ly/4x9KaW0 Support the dojo exchange here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thedojoexchange Martial Arts Maniacs Magazine www.martialartsmaniacs.com 📰 International Martial Arts Magazine https://www.imamag.org And check out these great organizations that continue to support and contribute to the martial arts community: 🥋 National Karate Jujutsu Federation (NKJF) www.nkjf-usa.com 🥊 International Chinese Boxing Association (ICBA) https://icba-worldwide.com 👊 And of course, RevGear! Get your Revgear Equipment here and support the Dojo Exchange! Get quality martial arts gear and apparel while supporting a company that supports the community. Use code THEDOJOEXCHANGE at checkout for 10% OFF your order! Support the people who support martial arts. 🥋👊 #TheDojoExchange #MartialArts #MartialArtsCommunity #MartialArtsMagazine #NKJF #ICBA #RevGear #SupportMartialArtsodcast #TheDojoExchange #MartialArts #Artofonedojo #MartialArtsLife #MartialArtsCommunity #Karate #Taekwondo #Jujitsu #Kickboxing #MMA #MartialArtsTraining #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #Leadership #DojoLife #MartialArtsPodcaste the art. #RobIngram #McDojoLife #TheDojoExchange #MartialArtsPodcast #MartialArts #MartialArtist #Karate #Taekwondo #JiuJitsu #BJJ #MMA #SelfDefense #BlackBelt #Sensei #MartialArtsCommunity #TraditionalMartialArts #DojoLife #LegitMartialArts #NoMcDojo #NewEpisode

  7. Sep 18

    Wado-Ryu from the UK: Training, Competition & Tradition with Heidi

    Heidi — Wado-Ryu Instructor, Competitor & Author from the UK In this episode of The Dojo Exchange, we sit down with Heidi, a dedicated Wado-Ryu practitioner, instructor, competitor, and author from the United Kingdom. Heidi brings a unique perspective shaped by her experiences both on the mat and through her writing. We discuss her journey in Wado-Ryu, the discipline and mindset required for competition, the responsibilities that come with teaching, and how martial arts have influenced her life and work as an author. From traditional training to the competitive arena, Heidi shares her experiences, lessons learned, and the perspectives she has developed throughout her martial arts journey. Join us as we explore what it means to be a martial artist—not simply as a competitor or instructor, but as someone who continues to learn, create, and pass knowledge on to others. Train hard. Think critically. Preserv 🥋 This is The Dojo Exchange. #TheDojoExchange #BringingMartialArtsTogether #TheArtOfOneDojo #MartialArts #MartialArtsCommunity #DojoLife #MartialArtsJourney Buy some great equipment and Support the dojo exchange! Use code THEDOJOEXCHANGE for 10% off https://tidd.ly/3SJITqQ https://tidd.ly/4ha2CZX https://tidd.ly/4x9KaW0 Support the dojo exchange here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thedojoexchange Martial Arts Maniacs Magazine www.martialartsmaniacs.com 📰 International Martial Arts Magazine https://www.imamag.org And check out these great organizations that continue to support and contribute to the martial arts community: 🥋 National Karate Jujutsu Federation (NKJF) www.nkjf-usa.com 🥊 International Chinese Boxing Association (ICBA) https://icba-worldwide.com 👊 And of course, RevGear! Get your Revgear Equipment here and support the Dojo Exchange! Get quality martial arts gear and apparel while supporting a company that supports the community. Use code THEDOJOEXCHANGE at checkout for 10% OFF your order! Support the people who support martial arts. 🥋👊 #TheDojoExchange #MartialArts #MartialArtsCommunity #MartialArtsMagazine #NKJF #ICBA #RevGear #SupportMartialArtsodcast #TheDojoExchange #MartialArts #Artofonedojo #MartialArtsLife #MartialArtsCommunity #Karate #Taekwondo #Jujitsu #Kickboxing #MMA #MartialArtsTraining #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #Leadership #DojoLife #MartialArtsPodcaste the art.

  8. Sep 16

    Mr. Dan & The Art of One Dojo |Bringing Martial Arts Together

    Mr. Dan & The Art of One Dojo | Bringing Martial Arts Together Martial arts has thousands of styles, traditions, and approaches—but at the heart of it, we’re all part of the same community. In this episode of The Dojo Exchange, I sit down with Mr. Dan of The Art of One Dojo to talk about something that has become central to this podcast: bringing martial artists together instead of letting our differences keep us apart. We discuss his journey through martial arts, the importance of learning from different styles and instructors, what it means to build a strong dojo community, and why martial artists should be willing to step outside their own style and learn from one another. The Dojo Exchange isn't about deciding which style is the best. It's about discovering what we have in common, preserving the stories and experiences that shaped us, and learning from the people who chose the martial arts path before us. Different styles. Different experiences. Different journeys. But we're all martial artists. 🥋 This is The Dojo Exchange. #TheDojoExchange #BringingMartialArtsTogether #TheArtOfOneDojo #MartialArts #MartialArtsCommunity #DojoLife #MartialArtsJourney Buy some great equipment and Support the dojo exchange! Use code THEDOJOEXCHANGE for 10% off https://tidd.ly/3SJITqQ https://tidd.ly/4ha2CZX https://tidd.ly/4x9KaW0 Support the dojo exchange here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thedojoexchange Martial Arts Maniacs Magazine www.martialartsmaniacs.com 📰 International Martial Arts Magazine https://www.imamag.org And check out these great organizations that continue to support and contribute to the martial arts community: 🥋 National Karate Jujutsu Federation (NKJF) www.nkjf-usa.com 🥊 International Chinese Boxing Association (ICBA) https://icba-worldwide.com 👊 And of course, RevGear! Get your Revgear Equipment here and support the Dojo Exchange! Get quality martial arts gear and apparel while supporting a company that supports the community. Use code THEDOJOEXCHANGE at checkout for 10% OFF your order! Support the people who support martial arts. 🥋👊 #TheDojoExchange #MartialArts #MartialArtsCommunity #MartialArtsMagazine #NKJF #ICBA #RevGear #SupportMartialArtsodcast #TheDojoExchange #MartialArts #Artofonedojo #MartialArtsLife #MartialArtsCommunity #Karate #Taekwondo #Jujitsu #Kickboxing #MMA #MartialArtsTraining #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #Leadership #DojoLife #MartialArtsPodcast

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The Dojo Exchange is a martial arts podcast bringing practitioners, instructors, competitors, historians, coaches, authors, legends, and celebrity guests from every style and background together to share their stories, experiences, and knowledge. From Taekwondo, Karate, Judo, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Boxing, Wrestling, Kung Fu, HEMA, Filipino Martial Arts, Krav Maga, and beyond, every discipline has a story worth hearing and lessons worth preserving. Featuring conversations with martial artists from across the community—including renowned instructors, champions, industry leaders, and special guests—the show explores the people behind the martial arts and the experiences that shaped them. The Dojo Exchange is proudly supported by RevGear, connecting the podcast with a brand that has been part of the martial arts community for decades. Our mission isn't to decide which style is best. It's to learn from one another. We explore journeys, challenges, philosophies, successes, failures, training, self-defense, leadership, personal growth, history, and the future of martial arts. Some conversations focus on tradition and history. Others explore competition, coaching, self-defense, business, leadership, or the evolution of martial arts. Difficult topics aren't avoided, but they're approached through respectful conversation and different perspectives. Whether you're a white belt taking your first class or a lifelong martial artist with decades of experience, there's always something to learn from someone else's journey. Different styles. Shared wisdom. Stronger together. One conversation. One lesson. One exchange at a time.