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The Essence:

“Velvet Discipline: The Dojo of Silk and Shadow & The Founders of Desire”

Nestled on the quiet edge of Bangkok's old town, away from the neon cacophony of Soi Cowboy and Patpong, stands The Jade Dojo. From the outside, it appears like a forgotten temple—low lanterns flickering, wood carved with ancient Chinese motifs, the scent of jasmine and oud curling from its eaves like whispered secrets. But within, a world of deliberate contradiction blooms.

The Roots:

The Dojo is a place where hardship meets beauty—where the burdens of women from Isaan, Chiang Mai, and even beyond Thailand’s borders are delicately wrapped in fine silk and lacquered poise. Many of the women here were sculpted not by privilege, but by resilience—mothers, daughters, and quiet rebels who climbed out of generational poverty not by fate, but by finely honed performance.

The Masters:

A curated collision of East and West, flesh and finesse, discipline and desire.

Its origins are as unconventional as its essence—built not by artists or aristocrats, but by three men ( Mark, Andreas & Raf ) from the lift and escalator industry, bonded by time, wealth, and an irrepressible yearning for something far more visceral.

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  • The Master's Apprentice - Cheese - The Chosen One
    Jun 11 2025

    This episode introduces "Cheese," a rising apprentice at "The Dojo" known for his mechanical skill and unique perspective. It highlights the strong brotherhood between Cheese, his mentor Jason, and his cousin Raf, who is also his creative partner. The narrative weaves in stories of shared experiences, like a chaotic night in Bangkok, and emphasises their sacred gathering place, the Sportsmen’s Corner, a pool room symbolising survival and dignity. The passage concludes by teasing the arrival of a new character, "Wolf," setting the stage for the next episode.

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    14 m
  • 3 Magic Words: Whip, Whipperloy, Magic Boy
    Jun 10 2025

    This Episode introduces Whipper, a central figure at "The Dojo," known by the significant phrase "Whip. Whipperloy. Magic Boy." He is depicted as a calm, shrewd operator who handles the ("grown-up man stuff") alongside Bacon's complex logistics. Speak the words and do not fear as he shall be summoned, contrasting with the more outwardly boisterous members of the group. A key anecdote, the "Double Deal," highlights his risk-taking nature and surprising ability to salvage something from even disastrous situations. Ultimately, the episode portrays Whipper as a vital, almost legendary, behind-the-scenes force who makes things happen seamlessly at The Dojo.

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    8 m
  • Tasty, Isn’t It? – Bacon, the Brain Behind Logistics
    Jun 9 2025

    This episode is introducing a key figure named Bacon, renowned for his exceptional logistics skills. Starting in the challenging environment of the London Underground, Bacon developed an innate ability to navigate complex networks and move people and supplies efficiently. These skills are now applied to managing operations and ensuring the flow of drinks and entertainment for parties in Thailand, where he is known as both the "logistics king" and the "belly of the party beast," even maintaining a tradition of collecting contributions called a "wheep." The excerpt concludes by hinting at the introduction of another figure, Whipper, who operates behind the scenes to keep things stocked.

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    10 m
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