Unfair Fights
In this podcast, Patrick Hynds and Steve Baroody will talk to different long-term practitioners of various martial arts, many of them masters, and explore the quiet part that no one usually addresses. That being that outside of sport there are no fair fights. The stated goal of almost all martial arts is to help practitioners to defend themselves, so we will explore how that goal is and is not being realized in the real world.
Patrick Hynds is a West Point graduate, decorated Gulf War veteran, Master of Uechi Ryu Karate-do, as well as a black belt in several other styles studied over the last 50 plus years. He has been hosting podcasts related to his company, Pulsar Security, on Cyber Security and Quantum Computing for years and has been a frequent guest on numerous podcasts for over 20 years.
Steve Baroody is an instructor in Modern Arnis, Isshinryu Karate, and Tomiki Aikido. A practicing chiropractor, he has been investigating the anatomy and physiology of self-defense for decades.
Episodes
5 episodes
Episode 5: Small Surface Strikes Part 2
In Episode 5 of Unfair Fights, Patrick and Steve discuss the overlooked science behind martial arts striking techniques. They uncover the anatomical truths and physics of effective hand strikes, drawing from their extensive experience. The disc...
Episode 4: Small Surface Strikes Part 1
In Episode 4 of Unfair Fights, Patrick and Steve discuss the intricacies of martial arts striking techniques. They uncover the anatomical truths behind effective and safe small surface strikes, drawing from their extensive experience. The discu...
Episode 3: The Guiding Principles of Style
In Episode 3 of Unfair Fights, Patrick and Steve engage in a deep dive into the principles of martial arts. They explore the strategic and tactical doctrines that underpin various martial arts styles, drawing from their own experiences. The con...
Inside the Dojo: Tony Annesi's Martial Arts Odyssey
In this engaging conversation, Patrick and Steve interview Hanshi Tony Annesi, a seasoned martial artist with decades of experience. They explore his journey through martial arts to developing his own system. The discussion delves into the evol...
Unfair Fights Episode 1 - No Mysticism Required
In this inaugural episode of the Unfair Fights podcast, hosts Patrick Hynds and Dr. Steven Baroody delve into the intersection of martial arts and biomechanics. They explore the science behind strength, energy storage, and muscle dynamics, emph...