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Kicking for a Living is a podcast by step-father/son duo Kevin Listen and Joshua Crocker. With over 30 years of martial arts training between the two of them and a successful dojo, Kevin and Joshua discuss what it’s like to be martial artists and teach martial arts both on and off the mats.
Episodes
Friday May 17, 2024
Friday May 17, 2024
Bridgette Listen joins Kevin and Joshua to discuss the reasons for students not wanting to go to class. Whether you’re a kid, teen, or adult, they talk about some possible solutions for getting yourself back on the mats.
Monday May 06, 2024
Monday May 06, 2024
Kevin and Joshua are back for season 2. In this episode, they review what’s been going on since last season, including a vacation and dojo moving day. Listen as they give a behind the scenes look at all that went into moving to a new building.
Monday Sep 11, 2023
Monday Sep 11, 2023
Kevin and Joshua tell stories about the most memorable events they’ve attended and hosted. Listen to them recall their experiences at the Martial Arts SuperShow, testing anecdotes, and their first tournament.
Monday Aug 28, 2023
Monday Aug 28, 2023
Kevin and Joshua are joined by guest and fellow instructor Debra Holmes. The three work together to build their perfect dojo and discuss why things like pads on the wall, mat space, parking help you run classes and a successful martial arts business.
Monday Aug 14, 2023
Monday Aug 14, 2023
What is it like working as a martial arts instructor? Kevin and Joshua give details of their roles and responsibilities as martial arts instructors and all the behind the scenes work that goes into running a business.
Monday Jul 31, 2023
Monday Jul 31, 2023
Are you looking for a dojo to start training at? Kevin and Joshua discuss what to look for when starting martial arts at a new dojo, from the “red flags” to be wary of and the “green flags” that show positive signs.
Monday Jul 17, 2023
Monday Jul 17, 2023
Kevin and Joshua discuss why they do martial arts. They compare the reasons they started training, why they still train now, and many of the common “Whys” people have for doing martial arts.
Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
In their first episode Kevin and Joshua discuss a few of the common misconceptions of martial arts, including why do people think martial arts will teach kids discipline and if martial arts really is an inherently violent activity.
Episode Notes:
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Meet Kevin and Joshua
Kevin Listen: I started training Martial Arts at age 19. I was first introduced to Jeet Kune Do via friends and books. I started training in Tae Kwon Do in 2005 and have since trained in various styles of TKD. Once I earned my Black Belt and an instructor certification in Tae Kwon Do I branched out my training. I began training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 2013 under Ty Gay with Redline Jiu-Jitsu and Isshinryu Karate in 2015 under Sensei Bamper and the Texas Isshinryu Karate Kai. My most recent rank is 4th degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do under Grandmaster Mike Dillard. I have also trained in Boxing, Kickboxing, and started training again in Jeet Kune Do under instructors Drew Bower, Sarah Lobben, and Master Paul Webb. I believe that all training is beneficial and that being a well rounded martial artist with a purpose is important to staying safe. Martial Arts can benefit anyone and it is never too late to start. I love teaching and empowering people through all the benefits Martial Arts can bring.
Joshua Crocker: I started martial arts when I was 6-years-old. Martial arts has been a huge part of my life ever since. Growing up, martial arts helped me grow my confidence, focus, and self-control. Even now being on the mats lets me continue to grow. I earned my junior black belt in September 2016 and my first degree black belt in September 2018. As of October 2021 I am a second degree black belt with Integrity Martial Arts. I work on the media projects at our dojo. In addition to martial arts I love to spend time writing and at this time have published two books. I know self-defense is for everyone, because everyone has the right to stay safe and I aim to bring that mindset to teaching, encouraging everyone I meet to grow and learn.