Decreasing Stress, Encouragement, Karate, Learn to Appreciate, Motivational, Philosophy, Reader, Self Defense, The Martial Arts Woman Podcasts

Rebecca Durr Moffett – Far From Ordinary

Meet Rebecca Durr Moffett, an ambitious Judo practitioner who practices transcendental meditation and has worked in a battered women’s shelter for more than 30 years. She also earned a master’s degree in Public Administration while working. Listen to her great insights here: https://anchor.fm/andrea-harkins/episodes/Rebecca-Durr-Moffett—Far-From-Ordinary-eo1qt7 or here: Rebecca refers to herself as an ordinary martial artist and… Read More Rebecca Durr Moffett – Far From Ordinary

Encouragement, Karate, Learn to Appreciate, Motivational, Philosophy, Reader, Self Defense

Lynn Varghese – A Brain Tumor Survivor Dedicated to Martial Arts

Lynn Varghese was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2003. After three surgeries and a shunt, it was found to be benign. In 2012, she began training martial arts in her basement for a full year before finally joining a martial art class.  Listen in to her inspiring story here:  https://anchor.fm/andrea-harkins/episodes/Lynn-Varghese—A-Brain-Tumor-Survivor-Dedicated-to-Martial-Arts-enoddf Lynn is a devoted… Read More Lynn Varghese – A Brain Tumor Survivor Dedicated to Martial Arts

Encouragement, Karate, Learn to Appreciate, Motivational, Philosophy, Reader, Self Defense

Lady Lallaine Reed – A Candid and Lighthearted Martial Art Master

Lady Lallaine Reed – This lighthearted and laughter-filled interview matches Lady’s personality perfectly. Listen in as she shares about martial arts, movies, holistic health, writing and even belly dancing! Listen here: https://anchor.fm/andrea-harkins/episodes/Lady-Lallaine-Reed—A-Candid-and-Lighthearted-Martial-Art-Master-elh80k or here: Lady’s Impressive Bio:  4th Degree Black Belt in Tang Soo Do, 5th Degree Black Belt in Wei Kuen Do, First generation… Read More Lady Lallaine Reed – A Candid and Lighthearted Martial Art Master

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Penny Pitassi – Multi Martial Art School Owner and Active Shooter Trainer

Penny Pitassi is a multi- martial art school owner and an active shooter trainer who was formerly enlisted in the United States Air Force as a B52 Mechanic, Historian, and in the Honor Guard. Listen to here interesting interview here:  https://anchor.fm/andrea-harkins/episodes/Penny-Pitassi—Multi-Martial-Art-School-Owner-and-and-Active-Shooter-Trainer-el6s06 Or here: Background: Penny Pitassi began martial art training in 1989 and holds rank… Read More Penny Pitassi – Multi Martial Art School Owner and Active Shooter Trainer

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Maca Navas – The Sword Woman

Practicing in the park during COVID times, Maca Navas is known to the locals as “The Sword Lady.” They didn’t know her name but they saw her grace and committed practice with the sword in the park. Learn more about Maca in her interview here: https://anchor.fm/andrea-harkins/episodes/Maca-Navas—The-Sword-Woman-el35ne or here: Maca practices Kung Fu and Tai Chi. In… Read More Maca Navas – The Sword Woman

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Michelle Manu – Powerfully Embrace Who You Are

“Own your space. Powerfully embrace who you are. Don’t apologize for what you know. Continually strive to become more than who you are.” -Michelle Manu Listen to Michelle’s Interview by clicking on this link: https://anchor.fm/andrea-harkins/episodes/Michelle-Manu—Powerfully-Embrace-Who-You-Are-ejd1d1 or, click below: Michelle Manu is known for her accomplishments as a 10th Black Belt and teacher (Kumu) of the… Read More Michelle Manu – Powerfully Embrace Who You Are

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Absurd Misconceptions about Martial Art Women

Not Lucky First of all, I am not “lucky” to be a female martial artist.  I didn’t pick some four-leaf clover or perform a magic spell to join the elite rank of martial artists in this world.  I put in as much work and effort as anybody and I withstood the test of time. Luck has… Read More Absurd Misconceptions about Martial Art Women

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Teaching Underprivileged Kids for Seven Years Changed My Life

I always wanted to help other people achieve, live better, and learn more about themselves.  When I started teaching a martial art, it was my chance to do just that. After I earned my first degree black belt, my husband and I reached  out to the community to fill a need for students who could not afford to pay… Read More Teaching Underprivileged Kids for Seven Years Changed My Life