The Kaizen Culture Pod

Join Kaizen Culture co-founders to keep the conversation moving within Australian Karate with The Kaizen Culture Pod! Mitchell Durham, Australian National Karate team Captain & Nathan Blockley, long-time karate fanatic turned media gun. You will be hearing us chat about all of the hot topics within Sports Karate as they come up, as well as the Get To Know series where we interview big names of Australian Karate and celebrate our rich history. Stay engaged with this nation-wide discussion!

The Kaizen Culture Pod is a sports podcast hosted by Kaizen Culture, with 78 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Kaizen Culture hosts The Kaizen Culture Pod, a sports show with 78 episodes published.

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  Episode 62: Super Seminar | Is This The Most Valuable Thing For A Young Aussie?

  Oct 2, 202649 min

  Super Seminar 2026 is in the books, the 3rd edition! Mitch and Nathan sit down to review and discuss everything about the amazing weekend! Little insights to the things each instructor brought to this years seminar, common takeways and the trending questions that were asked by the participants, and just how much Kaizen Culture believes in this initiative to build a strong community in so many ways! Have your say to what we discuss on the show! We would love to hear your thoughts! Send us your ideas/feedback to our email or DM us on socials! kaizenculture.info@gmail.com Better yet... Sign up to our email list to be fully part of the community! https://kaizenculture.org/

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  Episode 61: Competition and making the most of the Off-Season!

  Sep 17, 202654 min

  Mitch and Nathan are back to discuss some important topics around competition and making the most of the off-season. They dive into the importance of competition, why we compete as athletes, and how much competition is enough throughout a competitive season. Finding the right balance between competing, training and recovery can play a big role in an athlete’s development and long-term progress. They also look at the off-season, with many Australian athletes now entering this part of the year. Whether it’s taking some time away from karate, recovering from the demands of the season, or continuing to train and maintain your level, there are different ways to approach the off-season and set yourself up to come back stronger. Have your say to what we discuss on the show! We would love to hear your thoughts! Send us your ideas/feedback to our email or DM us on socials! kaizenculture.info@gmail.com Better yet... Sign up to our email list to be fully part of the community! https://kaizenculture.org/

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  Episode 60: Kids pod TAKEOVER!

  Sep 3, 202653 min

  Kids pod TAKEOVER!! Mitch and Nathan are kicked out of their seats as a group of young karate athletes take over the podcast! They share their experiences within the sport, what it’s really like being young athletes in karate, and how they see the sport from their perspective. From their own journeys to answering some big questions on important topics, this episode gives us a chance to hear directly from the next generation. Sometimes the best way to understand the future of karate is to hear from the people who will be part of it. With the next generation stepping up, it’s time to hear what they have to say. It’s a chance to hear karate through a different lens and see what the next generation really thinks. Have your say to what we discuss on the show! We would love to hear your thoughts! Send us your ideas/feedback to our email or DM us on socials! kaizenculture.info@gmail.com Better yet... Sign up to our email list to be fully part of the community! https://kaizenculture.org/

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  Episode 57: History made in Hobart! Review of the National Championships

  Jul 23, 20261h 3m

  Mitch and Nathan are back to reflect on an unforgettable Karate Australia National Championships in Hobart, breaking down everything that made this year's event one to remember. Diving into the brand-new tournament setup, discussing how the fresh format and venue layout elevated the experience for both athletes and spectators, while sharing their thoughts on what made this year's championships such a success. The boys also unpack the standout statistics from across the week, celebrate the history-making performances, highlight the biggest moments from the tatami, and discuss the athletes and states that stole the show. They also recognise the athletes who have earned the honour of representing Australia at the Cadet, Junior and U21 World Championships in Poland later this year, as they prepare to wear the green and gold on the world stage. Have your say to what we discuss on the show! We would love to hear your thoughts! Send us your ideas/feedback to our email or DM us on socials! kaizenculture.info@gmail.com Better yet... Sign up to our email list to be fully part of the community! https://kaizenculture.org/

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  Episode 56: Nationals is here!

  Jul 7, 202636 min

  Mitch and Nathan sit down to discuss the previous results from recent National Championships, break down the medal tally and standout statistics from each state, and debate which state brings the loudest chants as excitement builds for the 2026 Australian Karate National Championships, taking place this week at MyState Bank Arena in Hobart, Tasmania. 🇦🇺 They also highlight the return of the Super Seminar for 2026, featuring an incredible lineup of 11 elite athletes delivering sessions across the weekend. It’s another exciting event that you won't want to miss. Have your say to what we discuss on the show! We would love to hear your thoughts! Send us your ideas/feedback to our email or DM us on socials! kaizenculture.info@gmail.com Better yet... Sign up to our email list to be fully part of the community! https://kaizenculture.org/

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