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Code of the Samurai is a 400-year-old explication of the rules and expectations embodied in Bushido, the Japanese Way of the Warrior. With a bright, conversational narrative by Thomas Cleary, this book is indispensable to corporate executives, students of Asian culture, martial artists, or anyone sincerely interested in Japan and its people.

In 2005, Brad Balukjian left his position as a magazine fact-checker to pursue a dream job: partner with his childhood hero, The Iron Sheik (whose real name was Khosrow Vaziri), to write his biography. Things quickly went south, culminating in the Sheik threatening Balukjian’s life. Now seventeen years later, Balukjian returns to the road in search of not only a reunion with the Sheik, but something much bigger: truth in a world built on illusion.

In the international bestseller Shaolin Spirit, renowned teacher and founder of the Shaolin Temple Europe Shi Heng Yi reveals profound insights to human development paired with twelve personal core practices to foster essential transformation of body and mind. From improving sleep and mental clarity to building strength, flexibility, and focus, these time-honored techniques offer a practical and personal way to self-mastery.

For wrestling fans, Jim Ross’ voice is the soundtrack of an era. This book is your ringside ticket to wrestling’s most unforgettable moments—from the announcer who made them iconic. In the last 50 years, professional wrestling has risen up from a collection of regional territories to become a global phenomenon—and Jim Ross has been there for it all. From the grit and glory days of the 1970s with NWA, to the rise of WCW and the heyday of WWF and WWE, to signing on as on-air talent and senior advisor for wrestling’s newest chapter at AEW, Jim Ross has long had the best seat in the house.

What are the origins of Brazilian jiujitsu? Is it merely a by-product—a rebel offspring—of judo? What was the nature and content of the art that Mitsuyo Maeda, a.k.a. “Count Koma”, and other Japanese were teaching in the Amazon? Was it judo? Jiujitsu? His own personal fight-tested style, built on a foundation of judo and informed by his dozens and dozens of matches around the world? What was the bridge between the art he learned at the Kodokan and the Brazilian style--a style now practiced by millions worldwide and growing bigger every day--that claims him as its godfather?

Ride alongside Jon Moxley as he retraces some of the highways traveled on his remarkable journey. Revel in the never-before-told stories about his early life in Cincinnati, Ohio; the gritty independent wrestling scene where he cut his teeth; the complicated corporate landscape of the WWE where he bucked against authority; and the rebellious upstart AEW, where he won the championship in 2020 and was finally free to achieve the vision of the wrestler he'd always wanted to be. With plenty of pitstops and revelatory insights, MOX is the riveting account of the life of a brawler.

Continuing on the path of The Gift of Fear (Gavin deBecker) Spotting Danger Before It Spots You is geared towards the average citizen who at any moment could find themselves faced with a violent encounter but may lack the training needed to detect the situation early or react to it appropriately.

Welcome to the way of the spiritual warrior. In this grand well-crafted Book, you will learn how to master the art of thought and apply it to disciplinary action through combat sports/martial arts and spiritual practices. This is a transformational guide that bridges ancient wisdom with modern self-mastery. It explores the deep connection between the mind, body, and soul, showing how discipline, meditation, visualization, and clean living unlock your highest potential.

This podcast is where wrestling gets real—no fluff, no sugarcoating. From WWE’s biggest moments to indie fire, I break down matches, promos, and storylines with honesty and passion. Expect solo rants, guest chats, fantasy booking, and all the real talk about why wrestling means so damn much. If you’re ready to shout at your screen and hear someone who gets it, this pod is for you.

Mic Check with Mr Anderson is the no-holds-barred wrestling podcast hosted by former WWE and TNA superstar Mr. Ken Anderson, alongside producers and co-hosts Kevin and Connor. Each week, they dive deep into the wrestling world with untold road stories, behind-the-scenes insight, fan Q&As, and candid chats you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you’re an old-school fan or part of the new generation, it’s time to sound off… Mic Check style.

A mythic figure in fighting and a legendary member of the “first family of martial arts,” Rickson Gracie is considered the godfather of what we recognize today as Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). Although Rickson’s three decades of total dominance in Jiu Jitsu is astounding, even more astounding is the serenity and spiritual depth of his approach to combat. For Rickson, Jiu Jitsu is a metaphor for life. Some consider Jiu Jitsu a martial art, others consider it a sport, but to Gracie, it is a philosophical system he uses to face and evaluate life’s challenges and maintain happiness and mental balance.

In early 2015, Roderick Toombs, aka Rowdy Roddy Piper, began researching his own autobiography with a trip through Western Canada. He was rediscovering his youth, a part of his life he never discussed during his sixty-one years, many spent as one of the greatest talents in the history of pro wrestling. Following his death due to a heart attack that July, two of his children took on the job of telling Roddy's story, separating fact from fiction in the extraordinary life of their father.

A guide to self-mastery and other lessons based on the principles of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, by the sport's greatest practitioner of all time.

Welcome to the WILD SIDE, I dive into exclusive interviews, behind the scenes at local shows and wrestling schools. Episodes post every Monday and Friday!

Andrew Hudson, a boxing coach and psychological expert, has created this guide to give men a step-by-step process to develop their mental toughness and improve their future performances. Boxing is a discipline that breeds champions, driven by elite mental toughness that results in consistent top performances. In this guide, boxing’s harshest lessons have been deconstructed.

”Don’t Sleep on This” is a variety podcast hosted by Gety and Buttery. Join them and their guests as they delve into topics they’re passionate about. Along the way, you might pick up on a few things or get those warm feelings of nostalgia.

Taking a look and sharing thoughts on the world of professional wrestling

Welcome to Outside the Ring PodcastHosted by: Maverick (Mav) Creator of Outside The RingCo-Host: Shammy Snapshot Creator of "From Rookies 2 Legends" (Joined the podcast this year.)Outside the Ring is a podcast where we interview independent wrestlers and ask them questions about their career, what got them into wrestling, etc.We are always interviewing someone new.. .We have some new interviews coming up with some pretty cool guests.We hope you enjoy the content! If you are into wrestling please do me a favor and SUBSCRIBE.Thank you to everyone that have supported us!"Live Laugh Love!"-------...

The Golden Shovel is your weekly deep dive into the storytelling, booking, and bold opinions we have of the WWE. Whether it's fantasy booking dream matches, breaking down Raw and SmackDown, or debating the best (and worst) moments of the week - we’re here to call it like we see it. Expect hot takes, fearless predictions, and a love-hate relationship with pro wrestling’s most chaotic company.Subscribe for fresh episodes every week - and join the conversation: What would you do with the book?Find us on YouTube and our other socials at our linktree below:https://www.linktr.ee/thegoldenshovel

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