259-Kajukenbo History & The DVD Series, Gary Forbach on Preserving Sijo Emperado’s Legacy

In this episode of Social Gelo with Angelo, I sit down with Gary Forbach to talk about the Kajukenbo DVD series he put together and the role it plays in preserving Kajukenbo history. We dive into what motivated the project, how the material was selected, and what it took to document such an important part of the art. Gary also shares insights on working with Alan Abad and the influence of Sijo Emperado on the direction and philosophy behind the series. This is a laid-back, honest conversation focused on history, legacy, and making sure future generations understand where Kajukenbo comes from. If you’re a practitioner of Kajukenbo, Karate, or Kenpo this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. Subscribe for more episodes on martial arts, history, and real conversations with the people who lived it.

258-Bartitsu: The Original Hybrid Martial Art Before Kajukenbo?

Almost 50 years before Kajukenbo was founded in Hawaii in the1950s, a British engineer introduced a hybrid martial art in London that combined boxing, Japanese jujutsu, savate, and cane fighting. It was called Bartitsu. In this episode of Social Gelo with Angelo, we break down the history of Bartitsu from 1899 to its collapse in 1902, its connection to Sherlock Holmes, and what modern Kajukenbo practitioners can learn from this early experiment in cross-training. Is Kajukenbo part of a larger historical pattern of hybrid martial arts? Or did Bartitsu simply disappear because it lacked what Kajukenbo built? Watch and decide.

257-Is Wing Chun Really a Complete System? Let’s Talk About It

Is Wing Chun really a complete system… or is that idea outdated in modern martial arts? In this episode of Social Gelo with Angelo, we dive into the history of Wing Chun, why many masters claim it contains everything a fighter needs, and why that claim doesn’t fully hold up under modern pressure testing. We talk tradition vs reality, cross-training, and where Wing Chun actually fits in today’s fighting world. Respectful discussion. Honest opinions. Real martial arts conversation. 👉 Watch until the end and tell me what you think, Is Wing Chun enough?

256-The Truth About the Judo Rank System | Ft T Lee

In this episode of Social Gelo with Angelo, I sit down with T. Lee, Judo black belt and President of the International Jiu-Jitsu Federation, to break down the history, evolution, and reality of the Judo ranking system.

254-The Kosho Ryu Kenpo and Kajukenbo Connection, Timothy Bowles

In this episode, Timothy Bowles shares his experience growing up in the Mitose lineage of Kosho Ryu Kenpo while also being deeply connected to Kajukenbo. We talk about the technical similarities between the arts, how forms and techniques overlap, and why Kajukenbo has always had strong ties to the community, helping keep people out of gangs and off the streets.

253-The REAL Creation of Kajukenbo, Dates, Facts, and History | Mitch Powell Interview

In Kajukenbo, we all know the names. Adriano Emperado. Peter Choo. Joe Holck. Frank Ordonez. George Chang. We know the stories. We know the legends. But very few of us know the actual timeline of how Kajukenbo was created, when it really began, how the Black Belt Society formed, and when the art became known as Kajukenbo. In this episode of Social Gelo with Angelo, I sit down with KSDI historian Mitch Powell, author of The Creation of Kajukenbo, to talk about the real dates, the real details, and the historical record behind the art we practice today. We discuss: • When the Black Belt Society actually started meeting • What was happening at Palama Settlement in the late 1940s • When the name Kajukenbo was created • What each founder truly contributed • How Kajukenbo was built from real street experience, not sport training • Why understanding this history matters for practitioners today If you practice Kajukenbo, teach Kajukenbo, or are part of the Kajukenbo lineage, this episode is essential listening. This is not folklore. This is history. 🎙️ Social Gelo with Angelo

252-Beyond the Mat: Should BJJ, Karate, and MMA Instructors Care About Students’ Grades and Behavior?

Are we teaching martial arts… or just teaching moves? Parents sign their kids up for BJJ, Karate, and MMA for discipline, respect, confidence, and focus. But those don’t show up on the mat — they show up at school. In this episode of Social Gelo with Angelo, I sit down with Sonny Ramos, a martial arts instructor who believes our job doesn’t end when class is over. We talk about why instructors should care about their students’ grades, behavior, and attitude outside the gym, where the line between coach and mentor really is, and how small conversations can create big changes in kids’ lives. If you teach martial arts, have kids in martial arts, or run a school, this conversation will make you rethink what it truly means to be an instructor. Are you building fighters… or shaping human beings?