Eshan Sachin Arya has been a busy young man.
Only 35-years old, Eshan holds a bachelor's in Physics and Economics, a master's degree with honours in International Relations and is close to completing a PhD in Social Sciences. He is an expert in South Asian politics and economics, which is of interest to Australia, given the political and economic ties we have with India. Eshan currently works as a sessional lecturer at LaTrobe University.
Eshan also has a long history with the martial arts, starting when he was just 5. He has been awarded the official rank of 6th Dan Black Belt and the official title of 'Shihan' in Goju Ryu and holds 3rd Dan Black belt ranks in Kobudo and Shinbukan Jujitsu. He is the General Secretary for the World Peace Karate Foundation and a member of the Olympic Committee of Asia for Martial Arts.
You will notice some troubled sound recording at times and you will notice I blame the NBN for that!! My apologies! Please enjoy this rather fast-paced chat with Eshan!!