Kung Fu & Fitness / Sifu Mimi Chan

377. You are NOT good enough to be frustrated.

In this episode I share a lot of frustration, or rather about frustration, It’s a solo podcast, so hang in there with me!

375. Passion, Patience, Listening, and Feedback as a Gift

In this episode Oscar and I dive into the powers of passion, patience, and the art of truly listening. Our discussion also covers the art of receiving feedback as a gift, recognizing its potential to fuel personal growth and propel us toward greatness.

374. Sifu Mimi Chan on the Intersection of Chinese Medicine (Dit Da Jow) and Social Justice

“Dit” means to fall or get hurt. “Da” means to hit. “Dit Da Jow” is the liniment martial artists use to heal bruises, aches, and pain. So what does this have to do with social justice?

367. It’s my 46th birthday and I’ll cry if I want to!

In today’s episode, I take a journey through the corridors of time, reminiscing about the milestones, challenges, and growth that have shaped me into the person I am today.

366. Coach Dan John on Connect Four, Rote Memory, and Open and Closed Loop Education

Coach Dan John and I have been embarking on a journey back in time, exploring the legendary tale of “The Sword in the Stone” and its profound connection to the world of education.

360. Navigating the Martial Artist’s Journey

In this episode, we delve into the landscape of a martial artist’s growth. From how to get started to finding one’s rhythm, we share our personal stories and offer advice from our experiences.

359. Exploring yin and yang and how to dial into your training

What does the yin and yang mean to you? Oscar and I explore the principles of yin and yang and how it applies to martial arts and everyday life.

351. Imposter Syndrome, Communication and Injuries

Have you ever felt imposter syndrome? We have! Oscar and I discuss the areas in our career and life where it hits us most.

We also dive into the nuances of communication and what might be missing from our day-to-day interactions with our fellow humans.

345. Oscar asks me anything!

Oscar Asks Sifu Mimi Chan Anything!

In this episode, I take over as host of the Mimi Chan Podcast and ask Mimi all of MY burning questions.

Hear her advice on relationships, why she’s unreasonable, the secret history of her super skill, and more. Maybe too much more?

342. Dr. Mark Cheng on Chinese medicine and training past your comfort zone

Dr. Mark Cheng is a Chinese medicine practitioner, a lifelong martial artist, and an expert in strength and conditioning.

340. Langley Kirkwood on the 55 mile Comrades Marathon and Warrior Season 3

The Comrades Marathon is an annual ultramarathon in South Africa of approximately 89 kilometers/55 miles. Langley Kirkwood, known for his role as Buckley on Warrior, just completed this insane feat and I was happy to be able to congratulate him on this accomplishment.

327. Dan John on rote memory, education and our tolerance for violence

Coach Dan John joins the show for the 12th time to discuss T.H. White’s The Sword in the Stone philosophies on education. We also touch on Chat GPT, rote memory and our tolerance for violence.