Kick To The Crotch Podcast
@kicktothecrotch.bsky.social
A martial arts podcast exploring all aspects of martial arts in film, TV, competition and in life.
Martial arts doesn't care how tough you think you are, it will humble you in ways you never saw coming. One day you're feeling yourself, the next day a 60 year old half your size is tapping you out. There's something strangely beautiful about that. #martialarts #podcast
February 14, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Martial arts doesn't care how tough you think you are, it will humble you in ways you never saw coming. One day you're feeling yourself, the next day a 60 year old half your size is tapping you out. There's something strangely beautiful about that. #martialarts #podcast
Joined by martial artist and fight performer Tom Davey Sensei to review the martial arts action movie Debt Collectors, starring Scott Adkins and Louis Mandylor. #podcast #martialarts
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Debt Collectors Film Review - Does the Action Hold Up?
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February 12, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Joined by martial artist and fight performer Tom Davey Sensei to review the martial arts action movie Debt Collectors, starring Scott Adkins and Louis Mandylor. #podcast #martialarts
open.spotify.com/episode/4gor...
open.spotify.com/episode/4gor...
It's always fun to discover new martial arts from around the world, more historical, more niche and cultural have so much to offer. #martialarts #india
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Thang Ta in 2 Minutes | Just The Basics
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February 12, 2026 at 3:15 PM
It's always fun to discover new martial arts from around the world, more historical, more niche and cultural have so much to offer. #martialarts #india
www.youtube.com/watch?v=lITD...
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Day 1: I'm going to master this art through discipline and dedication.
Day 1770: Still can't tie my belt properly and definitely just bowed to the vending machine.
#martialarts #life
Day 1770: Still can't tie my belt properly and definitely just bowed to the vending machine.
#martialarts #life
February 11, 2026 at 7:34 PM
Day 1: I'm going to master this art through discipline and dedication.
Day 1770: Still can't tie my belt properly and definitely just bowed to the vending machine.
#martialarts #life
Day 1770: Still can't tie my belt properly and definitely just bowed to the vending machine.
#martialarts #life
Today is a solo episode discussing how to choose the right martial art for you.
Not “what wins in a street fight” but instead what fits your goals, body, mindset and what you actually need from training, mentally and physically. #podcast #martialarts #best
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Not “what wins in a street fight” but instead what fits your goals, body, mindset and what you actually need from training, mentally and physically. #podcast #martialarts #best
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Choosing The Right Martial Art For YOU
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February 9, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Today is a solo episode discussing how to choose the right martial art for you.
Not “what wins in a street fight” but instead what fits your goals, body, mindset and what you actually need from training, mentally and physically. #podcast #martialarts #best
open.spotify.com/episode/4OnV...
Not “what wins in a street fight” but instead what fits your goals, body, mindset and what you actually need from training, mentally and physically. #podcast #martialarts #best
open.spotify.com/episode/4OnV...
Joined by Andrew Pearce discussing martial arts in society and how often they are misunderstood, especially when it comes to what training really looks like outside the dojo.
Exploring the reality of martial arts across traditional schools, modern gyms and more.
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Exploring the reality of martial arts across traditional schools, modern gyms and more.
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How Does Martial Arts Train Shape Society?
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February 5, 2026 at 6:03 PM
Joined by Andrew Pearce discussing martial arts in society and how often they are misunderstood, especially when it comes to what training really looks like outside the dojo.
Exploring the reality of martial arts across traditional schools, modern gyms and more.
open.spotify.com/episode/4aar...
Exploring the reality of martial arts across traditional schools, modern gyms and more.
open.spotify.com/episode/4aar...
February 5, 2026 at 5:32 PM
Just found out that my Sensei from my early time in judo, a person that truly created my love of martial arts passed away. He was an amazingly kind and cheerful man and incredible instructor.
A lot of my life, my thoughts and who I am are due to him, thank you Roger Sensei!
A lot of my life, my thoughts and who I am are due to him, thank you Roger Sensei!
February 3, 2026 at 6:28 PM
Just found out that my Sensei from my early time in judo, a person that truly created my love of martial arts passed away. He was an amazingly kind and cheerful man and incredible instructor.
A lot of my life, my thoughts and who I am are due to him, thank you Roger Sensei!
A lot of my life, my thoughts and who I am are due to him, thank you Roger Sensei!
Welcoming back ex-US Marine Juan for a fourth instalment on real-world violence, society and self-defence beyond dojo theory. What someone who’s actually faced confrontation understands about risk, psychology and real combat. #podcast #marine #usa
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Ex-Marine Martial Arts Secrets_ Society, Violence & Self-Defense (Pt.4)
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February 2, 2026 at 6:03 PM
Welcoming back ex-US Marine Juan for a fourth instalment on real-world violence, society and self-defence beyond dojo theory. What someone who’s actually faced confrontation understands about risk, psychology and real combat. #podcast #marine #usa
open.spotify.com/episode/2Fst...
open.spotify.com/episode/2Fst...
I’m joined here by former NFL running back Montee Ball and his co-host RJ Zimmerman to talk about how violence actually shows up in everyday life, who it really affects, and why so much of the public conversation keeps missing the point. #podcast #nfl #usa #uk
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The TRUTH Behind The Violence
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January 27, 2026 at 9:25 PM
I’m joined here by former NFL running back Montee Ball and his co-host RJ Zimmerman to talk about how violence actually shows up in everyday life, who it really affects, and why so much of the public conversation keeps missing the point. #podcast #nfl #usa #uk
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I’m joined by Muay Thai practitioner and mental health advocate Dave Cottrell to discuss how Muay Thai helped him push back against the pressure and abuse he faced growing up, a journey that lead him to fight on the big stage in Thailand. #podcast #muaythai
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Fighting Back - How Muay Thai Changed A Life
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January 24, 2026 at 6:29 PM
I’m joined by Muay Thai practitioner and mental health advocate Dave Cottrell to discuss how Muay Thai helped him push back against the pressure and abuse he faced growing up, a journey that lead him to fight on the big stage in Thailand. #podcast #muaythai
open.spotify.com/episode/4MHG...
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I'm joined by dance instructor Andrew Hall to discuss how movement, through martial arts or dance, can really support both physical wellbeing and mental health. #podcast #martialarts #dance
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How YOU Can Use Dance To Help YOU
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January 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM
I'm joined by dance instructor Andrew Hall to discuss how movement, through martial arts or dance, can really support both physical wellbeing and mental health. #podcast #martialarts #dance
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I’m joined by martial arts instructors Tom Davey and Christophe Courtin to talk about “soft” and “hard” martial arts. We look at the training, effectiveness and the realities behind the labels. #podcast #martialarts
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Soft vs Hard Martial Arts, Unveiling Training Truths
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January 17, 2026 at 2:41 PM
I’m joined by martial arts instructors Tom Davey and Christophe Courtin to talk about “soft” and “hard” martial arts. We look at the training, effectiveness and the realities behind the labels. #podcast #martialarts
open.spotify.com/episode/2SEF...
open.spotify.com/episode/2SEF...
January 16, 2026 at 6:20 PM
Welcoming back Tom Davey Sensei to discuss the realities of violence, far beyond the assumptions made in society and on the big screen and just how brutal it really can be. #podcast #martialarts
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The TRUTH About Violence
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January 15, 2026 at 10:09 PM
Welcoming back Tom Davey Sensei to discuss the realities of violence, far beyond the assumptions made in society and on the big screen and just how brutal it really can be. #podcast #martialarts
open.spotify.com/episode/1a3t...
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January 14, 2026 at 3:40 PM
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Today, I’m joined by Anthony, a Muay Thai instructor from the US, for an honest conversation about what martial arts training really does to a person over time. #podcast #martialarts
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Why the Way You Train Shapes Who You Become
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January 13, 2026 at 7:20 PM
Today, I’m joined by Anthony, a Muay Thai instructor from the US, for an honest conversation about what martial arts training really does to a person over time. #podcast #martialarts
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Today I’m joined by martial artist Tom Davey to put together a tier list of some of the best Hollywood action stars.
looking past hype and box-office and judging instead real martial arts skill, credibility, movement quality and on-screen authenticity. #podcast
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looking past hype and box-office and judging instead real martial arts skill, credibility, movement quality and on-screen authenticity. #podcast
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January 12, 2026 at 6:05 PM
Today I’m joined by martial artist Tom Davey to put together a tier list of some of the best Hollywood action stars.
looking past hype and box-office and judging instead real martial arts skill, credibility, movement quality and on-screen authenticity. #podcast
open.spotify.com/episode/1Pig...
looking past hype and box-office and judging instead real martial arts skill, credibility, movement quality and on-screen authenticity. #podcast
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What happens when modern action icons lose the plot armour and enter a no-rules fight?
Lets break down a hypothetical face-off between Jack Reacher, James Bond, Jason Bourne, John Wick, and Brian Mills.
Not who looks coolest on screen, but who actually survives.
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Lets break down a hypothetical face-off between Jack Reacher, James Bond, Jason Bourne, John Wick, and Brian Mills.
Not who looks coolest on screen, but who actually survives.
open.spotify.com/episode/56UX...
Who Actually Wins a No-Rules Action Icon Fight?
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January 6, 2026 at 2:02 PM
What happens when modern action icons lose the plot armour and enter a no-rules fight?
Lets break down a hypothetical face-off between Jack Reacher, James Bond, Jason Bourne, John Wick, and Brian Mills.
Not who looks coolest on screen, but who actually survives.
open.spotify.com/episode/56UX...
Lets break down a hypothetical face-off between Jack Reacher, James Bond, Jason Bourne, John Wick, and Brian Mills.
Not who looks coolest on screen, but who actually survives.
open.spotify.com/episode/56UX...
We welcome back Juan, ex-US Marine, for a long, honest conversation about the real world of violence, society, and self-defence, not the neat versions taught in the dojo. Breaking down real experiences and confrontation, risk and the psychology of real-life combat.
open.spotify.com/episode/73gt...
open.spotify.com/episode/73gt...
Ex-Marine Martial Arts Secrets_ Society, Violence & Self-Defence (Pt.3)
Spotify video
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January 5, 2026 at 6:24 PM
We welcome back Juan, ex-US Marine, for a long, honest conversation about the real world of violence, society, and self-defence, not the neat versions taught in the dojo. Breaking down real experiences and confrontation, risk and the psychology of real-life combat.
open.spotify.com/episode/73gt...
open.spotify.com/episode/73gt...
I know I am late with this but I still want to wish all a happy and prosperous new year!
January 3, 2026 at 10:25 PM
I know I am late with this but I still want to wish all a happy and prosperous new year!
New episode looking at the losses of Jake Paul and Andrew Tate not the online noise, but what those fights actually showed in the ring. Why both performances were so poor, limited skill and preparation exposed. The hype needs to stop. #podcast #boxing #loss
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Two Big Losses, One Bigger Problem for Boxing
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December 22, 2025 at 7:14 PM
New episode looking at the losses of Jake Paul and Andrew Tate not the online noise, but what those fights actually showed in the ring. Why both performances were so poor, limited skill and preparation exposed. The hype needs to stop. #podcast #boxing #loss
open.spotify.com/episode/1fCX...
open.spotify.com/episode/1fCX...
Great chat, joined by martial artist and stunt performer Tom Davey to talk honestly about Hollywood fight scenes, what films get right, what they get wrong and why cinematic combat has almost nothing to do with real violence. #podcast #hollywood #martialarts
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Why Hollywood Action Fights Look Good but Fail Real Combat
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December 21, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Great chat, joined by martial artist and stunt performer Tom Davey to talk honestly about Hollywood fight scenes, what films get right, what they get wrong and why cinematic combat has almost nothing to do with real violence. #podcast #hollywood #martialarts
open.spotify.com/episode/72xw...
open.spotify.com/episode/72xw...
Well these were potentially the two easiest fights to call in a very long time.
Too much reliance on hype and little on legitimacy & training. I'll be talking about both fights, reasons behind the outcomes & more tomorrow on the Kick to The Crotch Podcast 6pm UK Time! #podcast #boxing #martialarts
Too much reliance on hype and little on legitimacy & training. I'll be talking about both fights, reasons behind the outcomes & more tomorrow on the Kick to The Crotch Podcast 6pm UK Time! #podcast #boxing #martialarts
December 21, 2025 at 12:11 PM
Well these were potentially the two easiest fights to call in a very long time.
Too much reliance on hype and little on legitimacy & training. I'll be talking about both fights, reasons behind the outcomes & more tomorrow on the Kick to The Crotch Podcast 6pm UK Time! #podcast #boxing #martialarts
Too much reliance on hype and little on legitimacy & training. I'll be talking about both fights, reasons behind the outcomes & more tomorrow on the Kick to The Crotch Podcast 6pm UK Time! #podcast #boxing #martialarts
A fun episode where we explore how a love of Batman, sparked a real-world journey into martial arts, eventually leading to various form of self defence training including Bartitsu, the Victorian-era self-defence system linked to Sherlock Holmes. #podcast #batman
open.spotify.com/episode/5obb...
open.spotify.com/episode/5obb...
December 18, 2025 at 11:03 AM
A fun episode where we explore how a love of Batman, sparked a real-world journey into martial arts, eventually leading to various form of self defence training including Bartitsu, the Victorian-era self-defence system linked to Sherlock Holmes. #podcast #batman
open.spotify.com/episode/5obb...
open.spotify.com/episode/5obb...