#25 Michael Brands | Blackbelt in Tae Kwon Do & Karate

The Paul Garcia Show

Michael Brand is an exceptional martial artist, a knowledgeable instructor at his own business, Brands Martial Arts (Located in Fairbury and Chenoa, IL), and a successful competitor in his own right. If one could earn a Ph.D. in martial arts, Michael would have one. In this episode, both his knowledge of the craft's history as well as its psychological and sociological effects are on full display. It was a pleasure to have this conversation, which was why it lasted 2 full hours! Thanks for coming on Michael, it was great to talk to a true master of a craft.
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