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Viet Le was kind enough to share his journey through martial arts with us. We discuss his training in Chinese Kung Fu along with Vietnamese martial arts. 

Kelly joins us this week as we attempt to unravel the mystery behind tea drinkers’ longstanding love for Pu’erh, one of the most ancient tea types.

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about the guest: Kelly Miller

Kelly Miller has been tea-obsessed for nearly a decade. What is the source of her obsession, you ask? It all started when Kelly visited a DAVIDsTEA store for the first time to buy a gift for a friend. Intrigued by our Birthday Cake tea, she gave it a quick sip. And just like that, Kelly, the tea sommelier, was born. THAC (Tea and Herbal Association of Canada) Certified, Kelly currently works as the Research & Development Lead at the DAVIDsTEA headquarters. Her generous and exploratory nature makes her an indispensable member of the team as she continuously pushes for new flavour innovations. Since her first introduction to the world of tea, she has tried over 10,000 teas AND her personal collection exceeds 1,500 unique teas and blends! Please give it up for Kelly, everyone!

Join us today as we talk to Ravi Pillai about working in the tea industry around the world for the past 35 years. Ravi shares stories, insights and tips on how to taste tea on a professional level, and his answers may not be what you expect at all.

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This week we dive into the controversial world of Lara Croft and Tomb Raider! Was the 2018 entry to this fandom a good steep? Only one way to find out!

#52 Aim for Skills to Start Your Journey

Playing with your shoelaces and thinking about running is not the same as entering the race and placing yourself on the starting the line. When you decide to become skillful in your art whether it is Northern Shaolin, Tai Chi Chuan, Sword, Xing Yi Quan, or Qigong is when your journey really begins. By committing yourself to regular, focused practice and paying with your time and effort you earn the real skills, physique, and health benefits of your training. I also discuss how my teachers Ba Gua Zhang Master Zhang Hua Sen and Chen Family Tai Chi Master Chen Xiao Wang escaped hardship by mastering their arts. This is somewhat different than the sacrifices required in modern life. When you decide to become skillful and spend the time and effort you will also meet your own mind, and train it and your will power to keep your feet on the path and heading toward your goal. In addition, I have a fun question that will help you meet your own mind and find out who is driving the car on this journey!

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#51 Understanding the Four Extremities - A Lost Pearl of Wisdom

The Four Extremities are both a classic diagnostic tool in traditional Chinese Medicine and a secret teaching in classical combat oriented Kung Fu used to power up your "Full Battle Mode" and harness the power of your "War Face".

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In this episode we discuss being centered in martial arts practice and why being aware of your center and your opponents center is so important. 

Being centered is also one of the key components for building your spiritual energy and reservoir of health.  

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#44 Understanding the Tai Chi Symbol and Yin and Yang Philosophy Part One

The Tai Chi symbol is one of the most over used graphic designs in the world. In this episode we dive deep into the origins of the Tai Chi symbol and the meaning of Yin and Yang in Philosophy. In addition, we discuss the four interactions of Yin and Yang. And give you tips to help you understand Tai Chi philosophy in your own life and gain insight into the changing world around you.

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Episode #40 The Secret Lessons of the Tiger in Classical Kung Fu and Tai Chi

In this episode we look at some of the amazing qualities of the Tiger. Different styles of Classical Combat oriented Kung Fu and Tai Chi learn different lessons from tigers and admire different traits. I this lesson I talk about the symbolism of the Tiger and the Lessons the Tiger teaches in Shaolin Kung Fu, in Xing Yi Quan, and in Tai Chi.

In Kung Fu Animal Power: The Tiger, we learn the Tiger's virtue of being Dynamic and doing our 100% best. In Animal Power, the Tiger teaches explosive power and double palm pushes. We discuss how the humble Push can be a highly effective self defense technique. During the 6 week Kung Fu Animal Power: The Tiger Course everyone learns a the secret push up and core strength training of classical combat oriented Kung Fu that develops your breathing method and links it to all of your bodies core movements. Keep your ears open for when this class will begin!

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In this podcast I describe how the 18 Animals Of Kung Fu Animal Power teach the secrets of "Shen Fa" or Body Method. Body Method is how a well trained expert martial artist moves to generate force. The 18 different animals each have a different lesson to teach you about Body Method. In this podcast I introduce each Kung Fu Animal and describe its unique lesson about Body Method.

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The Northern Shaolin style of classical Chinese martial arts is my favorite martial art. I have learned quite a few styles of Kung Fu over the years and seen many more. But Northern Shaolin and my teacher Grandmaster Wong Jackman have always had a special place in my heart. Listen to this podcast and find out why I and so many others love this rare style. 

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In this episode I share the verbal instructions on Post Standing Qigong, a wonderful, healing, breathing exercise and meditation, I frequently practice and teach. I use these instructions to lead this exercise in class, and teach my students to perform at home. This exercise is perfect for total beginners. It is also a great place to begin if you are recovering from an injury or illness. Post Standing can also help if you are subject to the stress and tension so common in our modern world. Post Standing Qigong requires a minimum amount of space and no equipment. You can practice this Qigong as long as you wish. It is truly a simple and safe method that yields great results. Not quick results but slow drop by drop results that add up gradually to deep change. The instructions given in this podcast will help you to establish a good practice method. You can practice as long as you desire and you have enough strength. I encourage you to listen to my previous episodes about qigong particularly:

Episode #10 "Protecting Your Qi" https://ancientwisdommodernhealth.com/episodes/10-secrets-to-protect-your-qi

Episode #8 "What is Qigong?" https://ancientwisdommodernhealth.com/episodes/8-what-is-qi-gong

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In this podcast episode I explain what Qi or Chi is. Qi is an exceptionally difficult term to translate and when you finish listening to this episode you will understand why. In this first part I approach Qi more from a philosophical point of view and then in part two I will discuss the medical uses of the term Qi in more detail and tie all of this into practical advice for cultivating your Qi.

氣 = Qi or Chi

气 = Vapor, or Steam

米 = Rice

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This is the first episode of the martial arts podcast Talking Hands.

Kung Fu San Soo is a popular martial art in California thanks to Jimmy H. Woo (Chin Siu Dek/陳壽爵). It's my first martial art I've ever studied, so obviously I felt obligated to begin my podcast with it. In this episode I interview Amar Georgeson, a fellow San Soo practitioner who traveled to the home village of San Soo. We discuss San Soo in depth as Amar walks us through his journey through the birthplace of San Soo. We separate fact from fiction only to discover something even more exciting.

Amar published a book that's a MUST for all San Soo stylists out there, you can find it here: https://www.blurb.com/b/2996885-old-canton

This is Part One of my San Soo Facts and Fiction mini series within this podcast. Next guest will hopefully be Ron Gatewood. 

Thanks for listening. 

In this episode I talk about tea culture with George Jaw, the founder of the Las Vegas Tea Culture Institute. You can find them on Facebook under the group name "Las Vegas Tea Club". George is a fun and amazing guy who has a great foundational love and knowledge of tea but is very oriented toward new ideas and expanding what it means to have a tea culture in North America.

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