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Lineage connects us to the past—but leadership determines what we pass forward.In the concluding part of this three-part...
12/08/2026

Lineage connects us to the past—but leadership determines what we pass forward.
In the concluding part of this three-part series, Senior Professor Jed Lewis explores his American Kenpo journey through Bobby Lawrence, Senior Grandmaster Paul Mills and Senior Master Herb Padigimus.
Jed discusses his progression to 7th Degree Black Belt, his role with the UIAKA, his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu training under Carlos Machado and the work he continues through Lewis Martial Arts alongside his son Connor.
Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2oyGpx2NgN7GSXqKqwy8fn?si=W9ZE4VMkThmrpHXeET8BHA

Keywords: Jed Lewis, American Kenpo lineage, Bobby Lawrence, Paul Mills, Herb Padigimus, AKKI, UIAKA, Carlos Machado, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Lewis Martial Arts, Kenpo leadership, martial arts legacy

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Senior Professor Jed Lewis’s understanding of self-defence was shaped not only in the dojo but also through decades of p...
04/08/2026

Senior Professor Jed Lewis’s understanding of self-defence was shaped not only in the dojo but also through decades of public and military service.
In Part 2, Jed discusses his time in the Marine Corps Reserve and Army National Guard, including his deployment to Iraq as a Quick Reaction Force platoon sergeant. He also reflects on nearly 27 years in law enforcement, becoming a police lieutenant, a master defensive-tactics instructor for Idaho and a fi****ms instructor.
This is a conversation about responsibility, preparation and the kind of leadership that must remain steady when circumstances become difficult.
Listen or watch: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0b7j2qw8HiXEHvDANWE6FF?si=G6KmTs_HTY-UZgtpcqS3_Q

Jed Lewis, police lieutenant, military service, Iraq veteran, defensive tactics instructor, fi****ms instructor, law enforcement leadership, American Kenpo, practical self-defence


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🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨🌟 Exciting News! 🌟“Kenpo is Life: Danny Thiel and the AKKI Legacy After Paul Mills”When Grand Mast...
14/07/2026

🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨
🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

“Kenpo is Life: Danny Thiel and the AKKI Legacy After Paul Mills”

When Grand Master Paul Mills passed in 2024, he left behind not just a rank structure but a worldwide community built on fundamentals, humility, and
structured innovation.

Danny Thiel — a 5th Degree Black Belt in Mills’ AKKI lineage
— is among those carrying that torch forward.

This episode explores what it means
to preserve a founder’s method when the founder is gone, and why “Kenpo is Life” is more than a catchphrase.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0bh5slF01Cd7PZrGcgRRks?si=-8AW89SZQ6-4QE2mL0rTQQ&utm_source=copy-link

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NEW TWO-PART EPISODE – NOW STREAMINGWhat was it like to train under some of the most respected names in American Kenpo a...
13/07/2026

NEW TWO-PART EPISODE – NOW STREAMING

What was it like to train under some of the most respected names in American Kenpo and become a direct student of Senior Master Paul Mills?

In this special two-part episode of The Mind Sensei Podcast, host Mr. Peter Tas sits down with Mr. Danny Thiel, a 5th Degree Black Belt whose martial arts journey spans more than 45 years.

From, meeting Frank Trejo, attending seminars with Ed Parker and Richard Planas, to studying under Paul Mills, Danny shares first-hand stories and insights into one of the most influential yet lesser-known branches of American Kenpo.

If you enjoy learning about Kenpo lineage, martial arts history, and the people who shaped the art, this episode is for you.

🎙 Part 1 available now
🎙 Part 2 coming soon

Listen now on Spotify and watch on YouTube.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0bh5slF01Cd7PZrGcgRRks?si=WhXwLsSJQvK4CxIrB-yJcw&utm_source=copy-link

American Kenpo, Paul Mills Kenpo, Ed Parker, Danny Thiel, Kenpo Karate, Martial Arts Podcast, Kenpo History, Peter Tas, The Mind Sensei Podcast.

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new book for your library
06/07/2026

new book for your library

One of my black belts, Ed Cabrera, is completing his book on the integration of Western Boxing and Parker Kenpo. This is one of his cover concepts. It should be out by the end of the year.

Episode 77b JOHN VAN CLEVE | THE MIND SENSEI PODCAST (Part 😎The second half of my conversation with John Van Cleve explo...
06/07/2026

Episode 77b JOHN VAN CLEVE | THE MIND SENSEI PODCAST (Part 😎

The second half of my conversation with John Van Cleve explores the evolution of martial arts instruction and the importance of creating an environment where students can grow for life.

We discuss leadership, personal responsibility, and how the values learned through training can positively influence families and communities.

If you enjoyed Part A, you’ll appreciate the deeper reflections shared in this episode.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/7pegBvDqfk7pXnGXiOnJE8?si=bfr8ej-QQfiCIqWGB2FNsA&pi=xcL4lO6FSxKRI&t=0
Listen now, share with a fellow martial artist, and join the conversation.

John Van Cleve represents a martial artist whose work centres on the educational and transformational aspects of the arts. His journey offers an opportunity to explore how martial arts schools can positively influence families, communities, and students of all ages through structured training and strong values.
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🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨🌟 Exciting News! 🌟Episode 77a JOHN VAN CLEVE | THE MIND SENSEI PODCAST (Part A)Every martial arts ...
05/07/2026

🚨 New Episode Alert! 🚨
🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

Episode 77a JOHN VAN CLEVE | THE MIND SENSEI PODCAST (Part A)

Every martial arts school has techniques, but the truly memorable ones are built on philosophy.

In this episode of The Mind Sensei Podcast, I sit down with John Van Cleve of Three Worlds Martial Arts to discuss the ideas that shape his approach to teaching and why developing confidence, discipline, and character is just as important as learning self-defence.

This is a conversation about the deeper purpose of martial arts and the responsibility instructors carry in helping students become better people.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3wgSqbH31pi22AoLRQu6Wb?si=bDZgvNlWQ2KIKyd78vYkyg

Listen now, and let us know in the comments what martial arts has taught you outside the dojo.
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🥋 EPISODE 75 – Cliff Seminerio PART A NOW AVAILABLE 🥋The Mind Sensei Podcast is honored to welcome Mr. Cliff Seminerio, ...
01/06/2026

🥋 EPISODE 75 – Cliff Seminerio PART A NOW AVAILABLE 🥋

The Mind Sensei Podcast is honored to welcome Mr. Cliff Seminerio, co-founder of Casa de Kenpo and one of the pioneers of online American Kenpo education.
Long before online martial arts instruction became commonplace, Mr. Seminerio helped create a platform that connected Kenpo practitioners around the world through detailed technical instruction, conceptual understanding, and a commitment to preserving the teachings of Senior Grandmaster Edmund K. Parker.

In Part A, we explore:

✅ Mr. Seminerio's martial arts beginnings
✅ His journey through the Southern California Kenpo community
✅ The creation of Casa de Kenpo
✅ Early challenges of teaching Kenpo online
✅ Preserving the integrity of Ed Parker's American Kenpo

This episode offers a fascinating look into the evolution of Kenpo instruction and the importance of maintaining lineage, principles, and authenticity in the modern era.

Listen now and join the conversation.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4BMK9JwBpjp7KZGoXcj88J?si=h8WpnHOHRFKbyoNXyrdMsA

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Part 3 of 3 — Scott HilderbrandIn the final chapter of this three-part series on The Mind Sensei Podcast, host Peter Tas...
25/05/2026

Part 3 of 3 — Scott Hilderbrand

In the final chapter of this three-part series on The Mind Sensei Podcast, host Peter Tas concludes his in-depth conversation with Scott Hilderbrand, 9th Degree black belt in the American Kenpo Karate International Associationand longtime practitioner within the lineage of Ed Parker.

In this episode, Hilderbrand reflects on the responsibility of preserving the integrity of American Kenpo while continuing to evolve as a martial artist and instructor.

Drawing from over five decades of training and decades spent under the guidance of Paul Mills, he shares insights into leadership, teaching methodology, the future of Kenpo, and the importance of passing knowledge to the next generation.

This final installment provides valuable perspective on lineage, growth, adaptability, and what it truly means to live the principles of the art beyond the dojo.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3NaEiYK66eygepSFz3yXBR?si=EZTps9EaT8uYuwN-_8NNSg

In This Episode:
Preserving the legacy of American Kenpo
Leadership and mentorship in martial arts
The future evolution of Kenpo Karate
Teaching beyond techniques
Building the next generation of practitioners

Scott Hilderbrand — 9th Degree black belt in the American Kenpo Karate International Association
Over 50 years of American Kenpo training experience
Trained directly under Ed Parker
Longtime student of Paul Mills for approximately 35 years
AKKI Regional Representative for Northern Nevada
Founder of the Kenpo Mill
Instructor based in Reno, Nevada

American Kenpo, Ed Parker, AKKI, Scott Hilderbrand, Paul Mills, Kenpo Karate, martial arts podcast, self defence, Kenpo philosophy, martial arts leadership, Kenpo lineage, The Mind Sensei Podcast, traditional martial arts



🎧 Final episode of a 3-part series with Scott Hilderbrand.

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🥋 NEW EPISODE ALERT! We sit down with 9th Degree American Kenpo Master Scott Hilderbrand. With 50 years in the art, Scot...
11/05/2026

🥋 NEW EPISODE ALERT!

We sit down with 9th Degree American Kenpo Master Scott Hilderbrand.

With 50 years in the art, Scott shares incredible stories from training directly with Ed Parker and Paul Mills.

Discover the philosophy of "The Kenpo Mill" and why evolution is key to the martial arts journey.

🎧 Watch now on Spotify & Apple Podcasts!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6MIObOdWyyvCWRo0VqV8j1?si=k8kNr5_MTSy3VRSjz3oKZQ



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