#113 Is it Ethical/Legal to Strike First in Self Defense? (The Pit Kajukenbo Ohana)

Martial Artists always talk about defending themselves but is it ethical to strike first? Join Kajukenbo Black Belts Jhon Hackleman (UFC Coach), Anthony Miele (Lawyer) and Angelo Ferrer (Social Psychologist) as they discuss this topic. Criminal Defense Advisors Massachusetts lawyer - Michael Tremblay, Esq., Marlborough, MA 508-485-4500 Florida lawyer - Ed Iturralde, Esq. 850-264-7498 Iturralde.com References Professor James Duane, Don’t Talk to the Police. Video Link below: https://youtu.be/d-7o9xYp7eE

#112 Is Point Sparring Useful? (UFC Coach John Hackleman) (The Pit Kajukenbo Ohana)

Thousands of martial arts schools compete in point sparring for kids and adults. But is it really useful in Self Defense? Join Kajukenbo Black Belts John Hackleman and Angelo Ferrer as they discuss this topic.

#111 Weston Simonis on Jiu Jitsu and Wrist Locks (Social Gelo with Angelo Podcast)

Weston Simonis is a Kajukenbo black belt and MMA Fighter. He talks about why wrist locks suck and his martial arts journey.

#110 Steven Lambert "The Silver Mask Ninja" Breaking into Hollywood -Social Gelo with Angelo Podcast

Steven Lambert is a martial artist and Hollywood stuntman, choreographer, and director. You probably know him as the "Silver Mask Ninja" from the Revenge of the Ninja Series. Steve shares his secrets about what made him successful in Hollywood. He has a book that goes into much greater detail titled Steven Lambert: From The Streets Of Brooklyn To The Halls Of Hollywood. Click the link here to get a copy https://www.amazon.com/Steven-Lambert-Streets-Brooklyn-Hollywood-ebook/dp/B07VL69KGW

#109 What is Danzan-Ryu Jujitsu? (with Ron Esteller)(Social Gelo with Angelo Podcast)

What is Danzan-Ryu Jiujitsu? Kajukenbo instructors Ron Esteller and Angelo Ferrer talk about it. Since Ron actually trained in Danzan-Ryu Jiujitsu, he had more to say about it than Angelo. Angelo compares and contrasts to Brazilian Jiujitsu as a reference.

#108 Do we need belt systems in Martial Arts? (John Hackleman and Rob Rowland)

Why do we need belt systems in martial arts? UFC Coach and Kajukenbo Black Belt John Hackleman as well as Kajukenbo Instructors Angelo Ferrer and Rob Rowland (Combat Self Defense) tackle this subject. John also talks about the importance of gym culture in MMA and announces his new group The Pit Kajukenbo Ohana. Don't miss this episode of Social Gelo with Angelo!

#107 Mitch Powell (Social Gelo with Angelo Podcast)(Kajukenbo)(MMA)

Mitch Powell is the KSDI historian and co host of the KSDI Talk Story Podcast. He shares his martial arts journey as well as some Kajukenbo history.

#105 Bobby Seronio Jr (Social Gelo with Angelo Podcast) (Kajukenbo) (MMA)

Bobby Seronio Jr is a Kajukenbo instructor and MMA coach his son Bobby Seronio III has recently been signed to Belator. He talks about his journey and the struggle between being humble while still promoting your art.

#104 The Healing Arts with Glen Fratecelli (Social Gelo with Angelo Podcast)

Glen Fratecelli is the host of the official KSDI sponsored podcast "Talk Story". In this episode, he talks about the healing arts and about how he balances his life as a martial artist.

#103 Surviving Martial Arts Extinction with Nelson Pinto (Social Gelo with Angelo Podcast)

FaRang Mu Sul is an ancient Korean Martial Art that was almost wiped out by the Japanese in World War II. Martial Arts instructor (FMA/ FaRang Mu Sul) talks about how this dying martial art was brought back to life. He also goes over his own personal martial arts journey and how he ended up getting into FMA.

#102 What is Kajukenbo? (Social Gelo with Angelo Podcast)

Join Kajukenbo Black Belts John Hackleman (UFC Coach), Ron Esteller, Rob Rowland, and Angelo Ferrer (host). As they share a multi-generational perspective of what the martial art of Kajukenbo is for them.

#101 Patrick Griffith (Social Gelo with Angelo)

Patrick Grifith is a Kajukenbo Black Belt and shares his martial arts journey. He also talks about how he helps disabled senior citizens by teaching them "Chair Tai Chi" a type of martial art that can be done by anyone at any level of expertise.

Social Gelo with Angelo Podcast 100th Episode Celebration

Join Kajukenbo Instructors Angelo Ferrer, Rob Rowland, John Hojlo, Anthony Miele and Renato Benardino as they celebrate the 100th episode of the Social Gelo with Angelo Podcast. They talk about nothing and everything while unsuccessfully avoiding the dreaded question of "What is Kajukenbo? Check out Rob Rowlands Channel https://youtu.be/WkSBjxh7vz8 John Hojlo's Channel https://youtube.com/channel/UC7Asjb9n_pZavq2vgkQpzIg Renato Benardino's Channel https://youtu.be/oLWbScfFxLo

#99 Mark Stewart (Social Gelo with Angelo Podcast)

Mark Stewart is a JKD instructor that has traveled the world teaching martial arts. In this episode, he shares his martial arts journey including how he got into writing articles for Inside Kung Fu magazine.

#98 Michelle Manu (Social Gelo with Angelo Podcast)

Michelle is a 10th Degree Black Belt and teacher (Kumu) of the rarely seen ancient Hawaiian Combat Art, Lua. She is the only woman accepted as a disciple and earn the title of teacher (Kumu) under Grand Master (‘Olohe) Solomon Kaihewalu in over 40 years. She is also an advocate for women's empowerment through martial arts. She shares her martial arts journey and talks about her experiences as well as being your authentic self.

#97 Philip Gelinas (Social Gelo with Angelo Podcast) (Kajukenbo Series)

Philip Gelinas is the curator of the Kajukenbo tree (Mixed Martial Art founded in Hawaii) a name database of Kajukenbo black belts around the world throughout the founding of Kajukenbo until now. He talks about his own martial arts journey and how he started his project of tracing the history of Kajukenbo. His journey includes big names such as UFC Champion George St Pierre, Bruce Lee's official instructor Guru Dan Inasanto and the FMA Dog Brothers. A must see for any martial arts enthusiasts .

#96 Was Bruce Lee all that and a bag of Fritos?(Social Gelo with Angelo Podcast)

What impact if any did Bruce Lee really have on modern martial arts and MMA? To answer this question Kajukenbo instructor and MMA Coach Angelo Ferrer sat down with Historian Danielle Bolleli and UFC coach John Hackleman to analyze what exactly did Bruce Lee do for martial arts.

#95 Are there too many Grand Masters in Martial Arts?(Social Gelo with Angelo Podcast)

Kajukenbo instructors John Hojlo, Renato Benardino and Angelo Ferrer have a black belt meeting about ranks in martial arts. They also cover a few other topics including Bruce Lee and the importance of keeping track of who is in your martial arts community.

#94 From Kajukenbo to Pro Wrestling with TMD(Joey Gaytan)(Social Gelo with Angelo Podcast)

Pro Wrestler TMD (Joey Gaytan) shares his martial arts journey that started in Kajukenbo and ended in Pro Wrestling. We also discuss how Kajukenbo helped his career and why showmanship is an important part of any professional combat sport.

#93 Should we get rid of Sparring and Kata's? (Social Gelo with Angelo Podcast)

UFC Coach John Hackleman, DSAL Boxing Academy Coach and Kajukenbo Instructor Mickey Lopez, Kajukenbo Japan and MMA Coach Angelo Ferrer and Kajukenbo Instructor Judo Player Anthony Miele have a civil debate about getting rid of sparring and Katas. Great points are made and as always John had some great rants! Check it out!