I had the incredible opportunity to visit the Martial Arts History Museum and take a personalized tour with its founder, Michael Matsuda. The museum is a treasure trove of martial arts history and culture, showcasing the rich heritage and contributions of martial artists from around the world.

The post 388. Exploring the Martial Arts History Museum with founder Michael Matsuda first appeared on Sifu Mimi Chan.

After a few months off, it's time to dive back into the world of comics, novels, and chat with one of my favorite writers, Greg Rucka. Whether you’re a fan of his iconic comic book runs, his gripping novels, or Rucka rants, there’s plenty to be excited about.

The post 387. The Mimi and Greg Show Returns: Rucka’s Work Updates, Discipline Secrets, and Fountain Pen Fascination! first appeared on Sifu Mimi Chan.

Moana's dedication to preserving and promoting the rich cultural heritage of these communities is truly inspiring. We delved into the importance of authentic representation in media, the challenges faced by Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities, and the beauty of their traditions and stories.

The post 386. Live from Kauai Comic Con a discussion with Hawaiian author Moana McAdams first appeared on Sifu Mimi Chan.

In this special episode, Oscar and I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Dr. Mark Cheng, a dear friend and esteemed expert in manual therapy and martial arts. Recording in person was a rare and delightful experience, made even better by Mark's warm hospitality.

The post 385. Mark Cheng on the intersection of health, medicine, and martial arts. first appeared on Sifu Mimi Chan.

Jeff Imada began his journey in the stunt world in the 1970s— a time where stunts were performed without CGI and relied heavily on the physical prowess and creativity of the performers.

The post 384. Jeff Imada on stunts, martial arts, and the AAPI experience first appeared on Sifu Mimi Chan.

Mimi and Oscar discuss Embracing Shared Spaces, Exploring the Kung Fu Family Dynamic, and Ranting.

The post 383. Embracing Shared Spaces, Exploring the Kung Fu Family Dynamic, and Ranting first appeared on Sifu Mimi Chan.

As we honor AAPI Heritage Month there is one interview that I think everyone should hear. In 2017, I had the privilege of speaking with Richard Sakurai about his experience in a Japanese Internment camp. At the time of the interview, he was 91 years old.

The post 382. Best of AAPI Heritage Month: Richard Sakurai on life in a Japanese Internment Camp first appeared on Sifu Mimi Chan.

Jenny Umbhau is known for her electrifying portrayal of Lai on the hit series "Warrior". Her jaw-dropping stunt work leaves audiences on the edge of their seats.

The post 381. Jenny Umbhau on Warrior and Wednesday on Netflix first appeared on Sifu Mimi Chan.