x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Great Karate Myths: Debunking the Legends

Great Karate Myths: Debunking the Legends is a captivating podcast series that slices through the thickets of folklore and misconceptions surrounding the ancient art of karate. Each episode takes listeners on a journey through time, exploring the origins and truths behind some of the most widely believed karate legends.From the mystical tales of karate masters who could split mountains with a single strike, to the modern-day myths of karate as a form of unarmed combat, this podcast sheds light on

leisure hobbies

All Episodes

29:19

Hikite: Physics, Pseudoscience, and the Power Myth

Great Karate Myths: Debunking the Legends ·

2025/12/16

In this episode of "Great Karate Myths," we strip away the dogma surrounding Hikite (the pulling hand). 🥋Is the retracting hand truly responsible for 50% of your power, or is that just "pseudoscience"?. We dive into Gichin Funakoshi’s original writings to understand how a tool meant for grappling and weapons became a standardized punching mechanic.We discuss:🥊 The Power Myth: Why boxers don't need Hikite to hit hard.📜 Standardization: How antique forms were changed for mass teaching.🧠 Concept

en

38:20

Ikken Hissatsu: How a Swordsman's Doctrine Influenced...

Great Karate Myths: Debunking the Legends ·

2025/11/25

🥋 Can a single punch truly end a fight? We're diving deep into the powerful and pervasive concept of One Hit, One Kill, or Ikken Hissatsu. This doctrine had a huge influence on modern karate's development, but where did it come from?Most likely source: the fierce Japanese swordsmanship school, Jigen-ryu, whose philosophy is to kill with a single, decisive stroke. We trace how this singular focus shaped modern kihon , competition scoring , and the methods of pioneers like Gichin Funakoshi.We debate

en

42:50

The Great Sparring Myth: Why Kata and Kumite Don't Mix

Great Karate Myths: Debunking the Legends ·

2025/11/14

Is sparring the key to unlocking your karate, or the very thing that ruins it? 🥋💥On this episode of "Great Karate Myths," we challenge one of the biggest assumptions in modern training: the idea that free sparring is the ultimate test of classical kata. We argue that not only are they incompatible, but the obsession with sparring has "ruined" the original function of these antique forms.We explore: Why you fundamentally can't "spar" with antique weapons like the Bo or Sai. How modern attempts to

en

44:24

Jutsu vs. Do: The Modern Myth of 'True' Karate

Great Karate Myths: Debunking the Legends ·

2025/10/29

Was the creation of Karate-do a necessary evolution or a politically motivated rebranding? 🤔 This week on Great Karate Myths, we unravel the historical truth behind the dichotomy of Jutsu (technique/skill) and Do (way/path).We look at Gichin Funakoshi's ambition to transform Okinawan karate into a Japanese budo , following the lead of Kano Jigoro's Judo. Learn how the end of the samurai and the Meiji Restoration fundamentally redefined martial arts, shifting them away from combative skill and

en

61:36

Ten No Kata: The Blueprint That Created Modern Karate

Great Karate Myths: Debunking the Legends ·

2025/10/15

In this episode of "Great Karate Myths," we challenge the idea of tradition by diving into Ten No Kata 🥋, a form created by Gichin Funakoshi Sensei between 1925 and 1935. It was a deliberate, non-traditional creation designed to establish a systematic set of basics (kihon) for beginners. We discuss why its very existence suggests that a cohesive set of fundamentals was "woefully absent" from existing kata and how it became the fundamental blueprint for modern karate practice globally—influencing

en

38:06

Kyusho & Kata: The Art of Not Striking

Great Karate Myths: Debunking the Legends ·

2025/08/12

In this episode of Great Karate Myths, we challenge the popular belief that antique kata were designed to map out deadly vital point strikes, also known as kyusho. 🥋 We delve into historical research and explore the evidence suggesting that forms like Naihanchi and Seisan were actually developed to avoid causing serious, permanent damage. 🛡️ Instead, their purpose was likely for civil arrest and policing, focusing on techniques for disarming and incapacitating without lethal intent. 🚨 We also

en

30:33

Question Time - July'25 | Unlocking the Real Context...

Great Karate Myths: Debunking the Legends ·

2025/08/05

In this Q&A episode, we tackle the big question: "What is the real context for karate kata?" We explore why these forms are the most credible evidence we have for understanding karate's history, and why relying solely on written historical documents is a dead end. We also delve into the surprising and diverse origins of kata, which may have included roles such as policing, bodyguarding, palace security, and even religious rituals. We discuss why specific versions of kata, particularly those in

en

49:47

One Sanchin to Rule Them All: Unveiling the Prototype...

Great Karate Myths: Debunking the Legends ·

2025/07/29

In this episode of "Great Karate Myths: Debunking the Legends," we delve into Sanchin, the foundational karate kata. We explore the compelling theory that the Uechi-ryu Sanchin, brought from China by Kanbun Uechi, serves as a prototype due to its pure function for sai training. Discover how historical events, like the Qing dynasty's weapons ban, may have led to the divergence of Sanchin forms, influencing Goju-ryu's interpretation as a dynamic tension exercise without direct applications. Uncover

en

68:36

What is Kobudo? | Modern Art or Ancient Combat?

Great Karate Myths: Debunking the Legends ·

2025/07/13

Embark on a critical exploration of Okinawan Kobudo in this episode of 'Great Karate Myths: Debunking the Legends.' We dive deep into whether modern Okinawan Kobudo is a direct continuation of ancient combative methods or a more recent development influenced by cultural demonstration and Japanese budo. Our hosts unpack the crucial differences in combat distances, discussing how antique forms, particularly with weapons like the Sai and Tonfa, emphasize extremely close-quarters engagement for maximum

en

58:33

Wing Chun: The Great Kung Fu Myth

Great Karate Myths: Debunking the Legends ·

2025/06/23

In this episode of Great Karate Myths: Debunking the Legends, the team pivots from Okinawan dojos to southern Chinese training halls to dissect one of martial arts’ most romanticised systems: Wing Chun. Through lived experience and rigorous scrutiny, the conversation explores three central questions:Is Wing Chun a real-world self-defence system?Is it a cinematic fabrication built on legends and wire-fu choreography?Or… is it actually something else entirely - a lost weapon system hidden in plain

en

37:02

What is Ko-do Ryu Karate?

Great Karate Myths: Debunking the Legends ·

2025/06/03

Tune in to Great Karate Myths: Debunking the Legends as we unravel the enigma of Ko-do Ryu! In this episode, co-host Nathan Johnson, the founder of Ko-do Ryu, shares its origins, tracing the name back to a conversation on a coach in Spain and its formalization between 2000 and 2004. Learn how the practice: "Ko-do To-Te", meaning "old way of China hand," alludes to the Chinese origins of the material and its focus on antique kata and pushing hands. Discover the fascinating connection to Jigoro Kano,

en

47:35

Creative Interpretation of Karate Kata

Great Karate Myths: Debunking the Legends ·

2024/05/06

The hosts question traditional beliefs and test the traditions that have shaped karate. They discuss the concept of creative interpretation in karate kata, exploring how it goes beyond a basic understanding and infuses personal ideas and experiences. They argue that creative interpretation can lead to vague and inconsistent applications of kata, whereas they focus on understanding the original function of the movements. They also discuss the development of karate kata throughout history and the loss

en

1:03

Trailer

Great Karate Myths: Debunking the Legends ·

2024/05/05

Great Karate Myths: Debunking the Legends is a captivating podcast series that slices through the thickets of folklore and misconceptions surrounding the ancient art of karate. Each episode takes listeners on a journey through time, exploring the origins and truths behind some of the most widely believed karate legends.Join our hosts, as they debunk popular myths, and reveal the fascinating stories behind karate’s most enigmatic figures and practices. Whether you’re a karate enthusiast, a history

en

13 results

Similar Podcasts

Expres Ráno

Expres FM

詭哭郎嚎

郎祖筠 & FMTaiwan製作團隊

Ron en Erik Podcast

Ron en Erik

Poor Man"s Pinball Podcast

Poor Men Ian and Drew

WeAreChange on Odysee

WeAreChange