The Warrior's Path with Elliott Danker

The Warrior's Path - Master Wong "The Dragon"

In the season finale of The Warrior's Path, I speak with Master Wong [https://www.youtube.com/@masterwong101], founder of MWS - KT3 System. He is a Wing Chun master I've followed on Youtube and Social media for many years and finally we were able to have a conversation about his life. Hear about how he grew up in post-war Vietnam. We talked about the hardship and uncertainty he went through and how through martial arts he transformed his life. We also speak about his book, The Reckoning [https://www.amazon.com/Reckoning-Dragons-Survival-Transformation-Post-War-ebook/dp/B0DKR4YX79?ref_=ast_author_dp] and we talk about dealing with the different masks that people have.  This podcast is in collaboration with First Drop International

The Warrior's Path - Tham Boon Kit "The Champion"

This week, I speak with lifelong martial artist, Tham Boon Kit, a fifth-degree black belt in Kyokushin Karate, one of the strongest styles of full-contact Karate. Boon Kit led the Singapore contingent to compete in the 1st World Junior, Women, and Seniors Karate Championship held in Tianjin on 3-5 October 2024. He returned as the world champion in the under 75kg Masters category (45-50 years old) for Kumite at 48 years old. Boon Kit is also the  Singapore Branch Chief for IKAK (International Karate Alliance Kyokushinryu [https://verhexen-net.dmailroute.net/x/d?c=43407285&l=63acf482-19b6-4742-8176-b555c5688f32&r=ed4edc12-eada-41b7-bacc-cddeddb6cd33] We discuss and share our philosophies in martial arts, the importance of patience and whether or not MMA has taken away the interest of traditional martial arts. This podcast is in collaboration with First Drop International

The Warrior's Path - Peter Hung "The Lawyer"

Who is Peter Hung? This week we find out how this comic book fan became one of the biggest boxing promoters in Taiwan. How does he hope boxing will help the youth of Taiwan and why is it called First Drop? We also discuss if being a good boxer makes you a good businessman. What are some philosophies that martial arts can teach us to overcome our biggest fears.  This podcast is in collaboration with First Drop International

The Warrior's Path - Jeremy Jude "The Heart"

If you're a good warrior can you be a good businessman?  This week I speak with Jeremy Jude, Founder of Jai Muay Thai. Jeremy is a former professional Muay Thai fighter, a passionate Muay Thai coach and an astute Muay Thai entrepreneur. I find out more about his coaching philosophy and how he transferred skills from his former corporate life to now being a gym owner.  Also, I find out why it's called Jai Muay Thai This podcast is in collaboration with First Drop International

The Warrior's Path - Andrea Yew and Alvin Ang "The Authors"

This week, we feature Choke Clinch Crank Combat, a book about the combat sports community in Singapore, that was co-written by Andrea Yew and Alvin Ang.  Why has this book been described as a love letter to combat sports in Singapore and how has it changed the perception of the martial arts enthusiasts turn authors? Find out more about the book at https://www.chokeclinchcrankcombat.com/ You can also purchase a copy at all major book stores This podcast is in collaboration with First Drop International