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The Way of the Ninja

64 Episodes

3 minutes | Jun 10, 2021
Ninja Warrior AU is coming back...so is the podcast!
Sorry for such a long hiatus! I've been studying and needed a break from it all. With Ninja Warrior AU coming back on soon I'll be bringing the Roundtable conversations back! Will be good to get a few ninjas on and discuss the season!
64 minutes | Feb 8, 2021
Secrets of the Ninja Eps 37: Ninja Warrior Germany Finalist- Joel Mattli
Hey everyone! Great episode for you today with my friend Joel Mattli from Switzerland!  Joel has competed on several versions of Ninja Warrior in Germany & Switzerland. We discuss Joel's experiences and the differences between the European Ninja Warrior franchises which I always find interesting to hear how they do things. Hope you enjoy! Remember if you want to get Ninja strong then you need to get Ozigrip! you can get 10% off using my code kadeem10. If you want to support the podcast you can become a Patreon member today!
2 minutes | Feb 6, 2021
I am coming back
What was meant to be a short break has turned into 7 weeks! I do apologise 😬 these podcasts to take quite some time to make and with life being so busy, I was loosing time and started loosing motivation. But I will keep going!
5 minutes | Dec 24, 2020
2020 Podcast Wrap Up
Last episode for the year, will drop my next interview in the new years. Thank you all for your support! It's a big year for the podcast with some great guests and first sponsor Ozigrip! Which you can get 10% using my code kadeem10. Merry Christmas & Happy new years!
68 minutes | Dec 17, 2020
Secrets of the Ninja Eps 36: Managing Parkinson's & Ninja - Jimmy Choi
Hello Everyone! I have a fascinating episode for you with Jimmy Choi! Jimmy is a 4 x American Ninja Warrior and was diagnosed with young-onset Parkinson's Disease at the age of 27. After years of denial, weight gain and a fall with his child due to loss of motor control, he decided to a make a change. Since then Jimmy has become apart of Team Fox with the Michael J. Fox Foundation and has run in many marathons as well as competed on American Ninja Warrior. He also holds 2 Guiness world records and continues to defy the odds! Hope you enjoy this one :) You can support Jimmy's latest fundraising efforts for Parkinson's Disease here. Get Ninja strong with Ozigrip! get 10% using my code kadeem10. Support the podcast by becoming a Patreon member today!
97 minutes | Dec 13, 2020
Secrets of the Ninja Eps 35: How to Create an Entertaining Persona - Chad Flexington
What's going on everyone? Great episode for you today with Chad Flexington who real name is Ben Udy. We talk about his journey to Ninja Warrior and how he came up with the Chad Flexington persona. I really enjoyed this chat because Ben really shows that you don't just have to just have a story, you can create something that provides entertainment. If you go down that road, you want to make sure you got the goods to do well too! We also talk a bit at the end about nutrition and how Ben stays so jacked! Hope you enjoy this one :) Get Ninja strong with Ozigrip! Visit ozigrip.com.au and get 10% using my code kadeem10. Want to support the podcast? Become a Patreon member today!
93 minutes | Dec 5, 2020
Secrets of the Ninja Eps 34: The Moustache Ninja - Lucio Battista
what's going everyone!  Great episode for you today with my friend Lucio Battista! He is a 2 x American Ninja Warrior with a killer moustache! He is currently the world champion for his division in the World Beard & Moustache Championship. We chat about his ninja journey and moustache journey which I think it's important to remember to have other interest too outside of ninja which is something I'm trying to work on. Hope you enjoy! Remember if you want to get super strong remember to checkout Ozigrip! you can get 10% using my code kadeem10. If you would like to support the podcast, become a Patreon member today!
92 minutes | Nov 28, 2020
Secrets of the Ninja Eps 33: National Finalist - Joe Capo
What's going on everyone!  Great episode today for you with Joe Capo! We talk about his journey from gymnastics into Ninja, competing, managing mindset and how he trains so he's always ready for new obstacles. Hope you Enjoy! Want to get ninja strong and get 10% off doing so? Go check out Ozigrip! Use my code kadeem10 at checkout. Want to support the podcast? Become a Patreon member today!
63 minutes | Nov 20, 2020
Secrets of the Ninja Eps 32: 2 x ANW Jr Champion - Vance Walker
What's going on everyone? Great episode for you today with Vance Walker! He is the only competitor on the 2 seasons of American Ninja Warrior Junior to win back to back which is super impressive!  We talk about how he got into ninja and how the format of ANW jr. Vance was actually one of a few teens at the age of 15 to be selected to compete on Ninja Warrior season 12 but fell through due to Covid. I really enjoyed this episode, it's crazy how talented these kids are! Ozigrip are releasing a Mystery box for black Friday so get over there website quick! There will only be 50 available. Ozigrip.com.au. Discount code won't apply but use code kadeem10 for anything else in store! Support the podcast by becoming a Patreon member today!
9 minutes | Nov 12, 2020
Getting Ready for Ninja Auditions
Hey everyone! Quick one from me about Ninja Warrior Auditions in Australia! They are around the corner 😬 I talk about how the they have progressed over the years and what to look out for in the physical test.
63 minutes | Nov 11, 2020
Secrets of the Ninja Eps 31: Mindset Really Matters - Jessica Helmer
What's going on everyone? I have a great episode for you today with Jessica helmer who competed for her first time on this current season of American Ninja Warrior! This is a really important episode I believe because her story really reinforces what I've been saying about mindset and why the pros are pros. We talk about her ninja journey and how she felt leading up to filming, her performance and what she has learnt from that experience to become even better. You never know if you'll get a 2nd chance on Ninja Warrior so having the lessons she has learnt BEFORE going on is really important if you actually want to do well and come back for more seasons. Hope you enjoy it! Get Ninja Strong with Ozigrip using my code kadeem10. Want to support the podcast and help me out? become a Patreon member today!
74 minutes | Nov 2, 2020
Secrets of the Ninja Eps 30: ANW National Finalist - Abby Clark
What's going on everyone! Great episode today with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/abby_clark33/">Abby Clark</a>! She is an awesome ninja from the US who has competed on a few seasons of Ninja Warrior.  Was great hearing how she discovered ninja and her journey and how she approaches training and the show. I hope you enjoy! Build superior grip strength with superior grip equipment. get 10% off at Ozigrip.com.au using my code kadeem10! Want to support the podcast? Become a Patreon member today!
8 minutes | Nov 2, 2020
How to Create a Ninja Application Despite Covid
What's going on? Just a quick thought I had. I've spoken to some people who really aren't sure about how to create a story about their lives during this pandemic. Everyone has been in a same boat to an extent so it's going to be hard to stand out. I give my 2 cents on how to make something from nothing. Hope it helps!
53 minutes | Oct 28, 2020
Secrets of the Ninja Eps 29: Barbados Ninja Throwdown - Delano Hinds
What's going on everyone! Great episode today with my friend Delano Hinds from Barbados! Delano after his experience with the USA vs The World event returned to Barbados without being able to train Ninja properly, so he created his own event, The Barbados Ninja Throwdown!  We discuss the business side and what it takes to create an event on a large scale! The Barbados Ninja Throwdown hosts international competitors so click the link HERE to check them out!  Get Ninja Strong with Ozigrip! Get 10% off your next purchase with my code kadeem10 at Ozigrip.com.au. Want to support the podcast? Become a Patreon member today!
82 minutes | Oct 14, 2020
Secrets of the Ninja Eps 28: ANW competitor - Karen Sabo
What's going on everyone? Can't believe this is the 50th episode of the podcast! Today I have Karen Sabo, who a ninja out of Chicago and has competed on American Ninja Warrior in season 7 & 10. We discuss getting more women into Ninja and the importance of surrounding yourself with better athletes so you can improve! If you want to take your grip training to the next level, Ozigrip is the way to go! They are always coming out with new stuff. You can get 10% off using my code kadeem10 at checkout! If you want to be a good human and help me out please consider becoming a Patreon member today!
105 minutes | Sep 27, 2020
Secrets of the Ninja Eps 27: The Phoenix - Najee Richardson
Hello everyone! What an episode I have for you! Najee Richardson the Phoenix joins us on the podcast! This man's life is like a movie. It's quite amazing the life he has already lived and the struggles he has dealt with. Najee is arguably the best ninja in the air with aerial awareness that is almost unmatched. He holds the unofficial world record for the longest lache bar to bar at around 17"5' ft (5.33 meters). A lot of value in this episode, from life lessons to improving your aerial awareness. I think you enjoy as much as I did! Remember if you want to get strong, you need Ozigrip! Use my code kadeem10 at checkout for 10% off. If you would like to support the podcast and help me keep going, please become a Patreon member today!
77 minutes | Sep 23, 2020
Secrets of the Ninja Eps 26: ANW 12 - Nick Hanson
What's going on everyone? Great episode for you today, bringing Nick Hanson The Eskimo Ninja back on! We met, of course, leading up to the start of the season back in March which was postponed due to Covid but with some work from the network, they managed to pull off a modified season!  Nick and I catch up on what's been happening and discuss his epic run this season which if you haven't seen, click here! Nick has also been doing charity work in the meantime with the Break the Bicycle campaign so if you want to check that out and support them, click here!   Remember, grip strength is important for Ninja Warrior! If you want to take things to the next level, Ozigrip is the way to go! Use my code kadeem10 at checkout. If you want to support the podcast, please become a Patreon member!
71 minutes | Sep 12, 2020
Secrets of the Ninja Eps 25: The Deadly Ninja - Jack Wilson
What's going on people! Great episode for you today! I have The Deadly Ninja, Jack Wilson joining us on the podcast! Jack and I met on the set of the very first episode of Ninja Warrior filmed. He has since become a major ambassador for Indigenous health & wellbeing has gone to do a great many things. We talk about his upbringing in far North Queensland and everything leading up to him becoming man & ninja he is now. I hope you find some immense value as I did!  Remember if you want to be a ninja, you a basic level of grip strength. No company better then Ozigrip to help you get there. Use the code kadeem10 at checkout to get 10% off! Ozigrip.com.au Want to help the podcast grow? Consider becoming a Patreon member today!
80 minutes | Sep 9, 2020
Secrets of the Ninja Eps 24: Co-host of American Ninja Warrior - Akbar Gbaja-Biamila
Hello everyone! Wow, what an episode I have for you! Co-host of American Ninja Warrior, Akbar Gbaja-Biamila joins the podcast! We didn't get a chance to meet unfortunately due to the regular season being cancelled but it was great to finally meet the legend!  So interesting hearing his story and how it works being a co-host, It's one thing to be an athlete preparing for one moment but Akbar is preparing for 100s of moments! His work ethic is so solid I have even more respect for is the ability to present the way he does. His book "EVERYONE CAN BE A NINJA" Is available by clicking the link! If you want to build your strength for Ninja Warrior, you can get great grips from Ozigrip.com.au and get 10% using the code kadeem10!
105 minutes | Aug 21, 2020
AU Ninja Warrior Season 4 Total Victory Roundtable: Ben, Zak & Charlie
Hello Everyone! Wow, what an episode this is! 3 champions who Climb Mt Midoriyama in under 30s! Ben Polson climb one second faster than Charlie Robbins declaring him the winner and the first-ever Australian Ninja Warrior! But all these guys are champions. They have joined a very exclusive club of total victory, especially Zak and Charlie who are two of nine athletes outside of Japan to have a perfect season.   This is a special episode as they really breakdown but happens behind the scenes of filming and how they prepared for Total Victory. Hear Ben's story on his youtube channel The Ninja Blueprint. If you want to prepare for Ninja Warrior, you need great grip strength. Ozigrip provides superior training grips and you can get a discount using kadeem10 at checkout!
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