Part Two of this episode of The Mind Sensei Podcast, host Peter Tas sits down with Mr. Brian Doucette, host of the Everyday Martial Artist Podcast, for a deep dive into a journey defined by passion, persistence, and purpose.

Beginning his martial arts training in 1984 after being inspired by The Karate Kid, Brian’s path has spanned over four decades and multiple disciplines, including Tang Soo Do, Shotokan Karate, Tae Kwon Do, Aikido, and American Kenpo. Alongside his martial arts journey, he built a successful career in broadcasting and voiceover, developing a unique ability to communicate, connect, and tell meaningful stories.

In Part 1, Brian shares the formative experiences that shaped his foundation—early training, overcoming setbacks, influential mentors, and the lessons that kept him on the path.

In Part 2, the focus shifts to his evolution as a podcast creator. Brian discusses the long road from pitching a martial arts radio show in the late 1990s to ultimately launching the Everyday Martial Artist Podcast, a platform dedicated to celebrating the stories of martial artists from all walks of life.

This conversation explores not only martial arts, but the mindset required to persevere, adapt, and create something meaningful.

Biography

Brian Doucette is a lifelong martial artist with over 40 years of training experience across multiple disciplines, including Tang Soo Do, Shotokan Karate, Tae Kwon Do, Aikido, and American Kenpo. With more than 30 years in broadcasting and voiceover, he is the host of the Everyday Martial Artist Podcast, where he combines his passion for martial arts and storytelling to highlight the journeys, insights, and experiences of practitioners from around the world.

• ​“EVERYDAY WARRIOR”
• ​“40+ YEARS TRAINING”
• ​“MARTIAL ARTS JOURNEY”
• ​“FROM STUDENT TO HOST”
• ​“REAL MARTIAL ARTS”#TheMindSensei #BrianDoucette #EverydayMartialArtist#MartialArtsPodcast #MartialArtsJourney #MartialArtsLife#KenpoKarate #ShotokanKarate #TangSooDo #Aikido #Taekwondo#MartialArtsMindset #MartialArtsTraining #MartialArtsCommunity#SelfDevelopment #Discipline #Leadership #PodcastLife#CombatSports #MartialArtsWorld

In this two-part episode of The Mind Sensei Podcast, host Peter Tas sits down with Mr. Brian Doucette, host of the Everyday Martial Artist Podcast, for a deep dive into a journey defined by passion, persistence, and purpose.

Beginning his martial arts training in 1984 after being inspired by The Karate Kid, Brian’s path has spanned over four decades and multiple disciplines, including Tang Soo Do, Shotokan Karate, Tae Kwon Do, Aikido, and American Kenpo. Alongside his martial arts journey, he built a successful career in broadcasting and voiceover, developing a unique ability to communicate, connect, and tell meaningful stories.

In Part 1, Brian shares the formative experiences that shaped his foundation—early training, overcoming setbacks, influential mentors, and the lessons that kept him on the path.

In Part 2, the focus shifts to his evolution as a podcast creator. Brian discusses the long road from pitching a martial arts radio show in the late 1990s to ultimately launching the Everyday Martial Artist Podcast, a platform dedicated to celebrating the stories of martial artists from all walks of life.

This conversation explores not only martial arts, but the mindset required to persevere, adapt, and create something meaningful.

Biography

Brian Doucette is a lifelong martial artist with over 40 years of training experience across multiple disciplines, including Tang Soo Do, Shotokan Karate, Tae Kwon Do, Aikido, and American Kenpo. With more than 30 years in broadcasting and voiceover, he is the host of the Everyday Martial Artist Podcast, where he combines his passion for martial arts and storytelling to highlight the journeys, insights, and experiences of practitioners from around the world.

• ​“EVERYDAY WARRIOR”
• ​“40+ YEARS TRAINING”
• ​“MARTIAL ARTS JOURNEY”
• ​“FROM STUDENT TO HOST”
• ​“REAL MARTIAL ARTS”#TheMindSensei #BrianDoucette #EverydayMartialArtist#MartialArtsPodcast #MartialArtsJourney #MartialArtsLife#KenpoKarate #ShotokanKarate #TangSooDo #Aikido #Taekwondo#MartialArtsMindset #MartialArtsTraining #MartialArtsCommunity#SelfDevelopment #Discipline #Leadership #PodcastLife#CombatSports #MartialArtsWorld

🚨 Part 2 is Here! 🚨

The Mind Sensei Podcast – Episode 2 with Mr. Scott Gonzalez (8th Degree Associate Master)

In Part 2 of this conversation, host Peter Tas continues the discussion with Mr. Scott Gonzalez, an 8th Degree Associate Master in American Kenpo and founder of Desert Dragons’ Kenpo in Arizona.

After relocating to Arizona in 2005, Mr. Gonzalez opened his school with the goal of creating a training environment that develops not only martial arts skills, but also leadership, confidence, and personal growth.

His teaching philosophy reflects decades of training and experience, combined with his professional background as a secondary school teacher, allowing him to effectively communicate concepts and build long-term student development.

In this episode we explore the responsibilities of teaching, running a martial arts school, and continuing to grow within the art.

• Moving to Arizona and opening Desert Dragons’ Kenpo• Building a martial arts school and community• Teaching children leadership and confidence• Training adults, beginners, and law enforcement professionals• The role of environment and awareness in Kenpo training• Continuing to learn under Grand Master Larry Tatum• The responsibility of passing knowledge forward

• 8th Degree Associate Master in American Kenpo• Student of Rick Jeffcoat and Grand Master Larry Tatum• Began training in 1990• Earned 1st Degree Black Belt in 1995• Founder of Desert Dragons’ Kenpo (Arizona)• Instructor to both children and adult martial artists• Nearly a decade of experience as a secondary school teacher• Regularly teaches seminars and develops students across the Kenpo community

Desert Dragons’ Kenpo – Arizona

Website:https://desertdragonsaz.com/

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=desert%20dragons%20kenpo%20karate%20sc

The Mind Sensei Podcast explores the mindset, philosophy, and personal journeys of martial artists and thought leaders from around the world.

In this episode we discuss:Guest Biography – Mr. Scott GonzalezGuest School & Contact
Hosted by Peter Tas, martial artist and member of the Australasian Martial Arts Hall of Fame.

#AmericanKenpo #KenpoKarate #MindSenseiPodcast #MartialArtsPodcast #LarryTatum #RickJeffcoat #KenpoCommunity #MartialArts