Mike Stone

Karate

MIKE STONE & FRIENDS

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In this riveting episode of Sidekick Podcast, host Keith Vitali welcomes martial arts icon Mike Stone.

The conversation delves into Stone's diverse career, from being a martial arts champion to an actor and writer. Stone recounts his pivotal role in starting the ninja craze with the film 'Enter the Ninja' and shares his innovative techniques, including the controversial ridge hand.

The episode traverses Stone's athletic origins in Hawaii, his experiences in competitive martial arts, and the mindset that propelled him to be undefeated in black belt elimination tournaments. The dialogue also covers Stone’s interactions with legends like Bruce Lee and Chuck Norris and delves into his thoughts on personal growth, the power of belief, and overcoming fear.

A must-watch for martial arts enthusiasts and anyone interested in the psychology of success.

This interview goes into deep into Mike's tournament career and how he developed the ridge hand.

Mike shows how a relatively basic karate technique delivered in the right way, has a devastating effect, having KO several opponents with it.

Karate

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Mike with two Hawaiian buddies, El Decascos and John Natividad

Bob Burbidge executing a Jump-spinning Back Kick

Mike receives Producers Award for Hawaii vs. Mainland Team Championships, Honolulu, Hawaii

Benny "THE JET" and wife Sarah Urquidez

Mike gives motivational seminar to USA Gold Medal Karate Team in Atlantic City, New Jersey

Mike receives Spiritual blessing to open the event's activities at Hawaii vs. Mainland Team Championships in Honolulu, Hawaii

Mike at dinner in Waikiki with Tom Wall, Henry Ayau, and Bob Wall.

Mike presents Championship Trophy to Mainland Team Champions Captains Darnell Garcia and John Natividad.

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