The Way is in Training
A podcast exploring how warriors should train and fight, as well as how they should live. We will talk about technique, but will also dive deep into fitness, mindset and strategy. We will explore leadership and philosophy as well. So, whether you are a young soldier, a veteran police officer, a responsible armed citizen, or simply someone looking for an authentic life, let’s examine how the lessons of combat and preparation for it can help us fulfill our potential. Let’s explore the way together, and learn how the discipline of training can show us our true selves amidst the chaos of life.
Episodes

Jan 15, 2025
Jan 15, 2025
1 hr 10 min
In this episode I talk with Brazilian Jujitsu black belt and retired LAPD SWAT cop Cliff Byerly about the realities of martial arts training and the value of being not just a practitioner of your craft but a scholar of it as well.

Jan 8, 2025
Jan 8, 2025
57 min
On today’s episode, I talk with Scott Jedlinski about his training for shooting, his background as a martial artist, and whether you should be a performer or a craftsman.

Jan 1, 2025
Jan 1, 2025
58 min
In this episode, I talk with Rob Epifania about finding your own best technique, grip tension and fast splits, and how the more you give the more you get.

Dec 25, 2024
Dec 25, 2024
1 hr 5 min
In this episode I talk with my friend Caleb Giddings, Taurus USA’s social media raconteur, revolver whisperer, and Top Shot alumnus.

Dec 18, 2024
Dec 18, 2024
1 hr 8 min
In this episode I talk with my good friend Frank Proctor. He’s a Green Beret, USPSA grand master, and the guy who convinced me to compete in the action shooting sports.

Dec 11, 2024
Dec 11, 2024
1 hr 16 min
In this episode, I talk with my close friend and former training partner Les Kismartoni. Known as Les Pepperoni on the internet, Les is an IDPA national champion, a USPSA grand master, and the inventor of my favorite combination drill, Calvinball.

Dec 4, 2024
Dec 4, 2024
1 hr 20 min
In this episode I talk with Coach Tony Blauer, inventor of the Spear System, and a huge influence on my training in martial arts and combatives. We discuss the reality of fighting and training realistically for it, and the importance of truly knowing fear.

Nov 27, 2024
Nov 27, 2024
38 min
In this episode, I talk to Noah Scinta from ACE Virtual Shooting about virtual reality simulation and how it can help, or hurt, your training.

Nov 20, 2024
Nov 20, 2024
1 hr 6 min
In this episode, I talk with top USPSA grand master competitor and firearms trainer Tim Herron about deliberate practice, focusing on consistency and the carryover of discipline.

Nov 13, 2024
Nov 13, 2024
59 min
In this episode I talk with Robert Vogel, former SWAT officer and world champion competition shooter. We talk about training for consistency, the mental game, and shooting alphas in mid air.

The Way is in Training
A podcast exploring how warriors should train and fight, as well as how they should live. We will talk about technique, but will also dive deep into fitness, mindset and strategy. We will explore leadership and philosophy as well. So, whether you are a young soldier, a veteran police officer, a responsible armed citizen, or simply someone looking for an authentic life, let’s examine how the lessons of combat and preparation for it can help us fulfill our potential. Let’s explore the way together, and learn how the discipline of training can show us our true selves amidst the chaos of life.








