Aug 4, 20261h 22mS3
In this episode, I sit down with Ellis Amdur, a martial artist and author who I’ve respected for decades and talk about applying the lessons of classical Japanese martial arts to tactical communication in the modern...
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The Way is in Training
Hosted by Matthew Little · education · EN
About this Podcast:
A podcast exploring how warriors should train and fight, as well as how they should live. We will talk about technique, but will also dive deep into fitness, mindset and strategy. We will explore leadership and philosophy as well. So, whether you are a young soldier, a veteran police officer, a responsible armed citizen, or simply someone looking for an authentic life, let’s examine how the lessons of combat and preparation for it can help us fulfill our potential. Let’s explore the way together, and learn how the discipline of training can show us our true selves amidst the chaos of life.
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What is The Way is in Training about?
A podcast exploring how warriors should train and fight, as well as how they should live. We will talk about technique, but will also dive deep into fitness, mindset and strategy. We will explore leadership and philosophy as well.
Who hosts The Way is in Training?
The Way is in Training is hosted by Matthew Little. The show has published 81 episodes to date.
What has The Way is in Training covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Ellis Amdur - Conflict Resolution and Classical Fighting Arts" (4 August 2026, 82 minutes), "Chuck Haggard Legendary-Lawman and Firearms Instructor Extraordinaire" (20 May 2026, 76 minutes), and "Bryce Frank - Ecological Dynamics and the Constraints-Led Approach to Training." (13 May 2026, 65 minutes).
How often does The Way is in Training publish?
The Way is in Training publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 69 minutes across 81 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on The Way is in Training?
Booking probability for The Way is in Training is 32%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Way is in Training requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Way is in Training's contact route on record: public web form.
Who should pitch The Way is in Training?
The strongest fits for The Way is in Training are Courses, Coaching & Lessons. The Way is in Training has an education audience.
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Matthew Little hosts The Way is in Training, an education podcast with 81 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- May 20, 20261h 16mS3
I finally managed to get my long time friend, legendary lawman and firearms instructor extraordinaire Chuck Haggard on the podcast.
- May 13, 20261h 5mS3
My friend Bryce Frank, LE trainer and former pro kickboxer, and I do a deep dive conversation into Ecological Dynamics and how he applies it in law enforcement training as well as martial arts.
- May 6, 20261h 9mS3
My friend Tim Herron, World Shoot gold medalist, and I do a deep dive into what he’s learned from randomizing his training over the last year.
- Apr 29, 20262h 2mS3
Darryl Bolke and I do a deep dive into the similarities and differences in firearms training for competitors, law enforcement officers, and civilian self-defense shooters.
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- Apr 22, 202650 minS3
My good friend Eric Kamps is back on the show again to talk about his experiences training for and competing in the 2025 IPSC World Shoot in South Africa.
- Apr 15, 202657 minS3
My friend Mickey Schuch of Carry Trainer is back on the show. This episode we talk about balancing training with other demands, and how good “good enough” actually is.
Episode #15
Justin Torres of Project Heroes First
Apr 8, 202629 minS3I talk with army veteran Justin Rorres about his charity foundation for veterans and first responders, Project Heroes First.
Episode #14
Greg Ellifritz of Active Response Training
Apr 1, 20261h 19mS3In this episode I have a great conversation with Greg Ellifritz of Active Response Training. Greg is a lifelong martial artist and retired police officer who is now both a trainer and a prolific writer with an...
Episode #13
Chris Workman - Army Ranger and NCOIC of the Army Marksmanship Unit’s Action Shooting Team
Mar 25, 20261h 2mS3My friend Chris Workman is back on the show to talk about shooting and training. Chris is a combat veteran from the 3rd Ranger Battalion, a high level competition shooter, and the NCOIC of the Army Marksmanship Unit’s...
- Mar 18, 20261h 2mS3
Kerry “Kato” Murakami is back on the show for another great conversation. We talk about his new open enrollment class for civilians, weapons disarms and retention for the real world, and training around injuries.
Episode #10
Kirk Holmer and the Total Operator Challenge
Mar 11, 20261h 11mS3I talk with my friend Kirk Holmer, retired Green Beret, competitive shooter, tactical games athlete, and creator of the new total operator challenge.
- Mar 4, 20261h 24mS3
Karl Rehn of KR Training is back on the podcast to talk about the trends he’s seen in his career as a firearms trainer.
Episode #8
Paulo “GN” Rubio of Funker Tactical
Feb 25, 202659 minS3In this episode I have a great conversation about Filipino Martial Arts with Paulo “GN” Rubio, a Guro in Pikiti-Tirsia Kali and the man behind both Funker Tactical and Aperture Fight Focus.
Episode #7
Chris Magyar - The Firearms Concierge
Feb 18, 20261h 12mS3I catch up with Chris Magyar for his second appearance on the podcast. We talk about the training he’s been doing, and his new business, The Firearms Concierge.
- Feb 4, 20261h 26mS3
This is a conversation I’ve been looking forward to for a long time. Chris Leblanc is a retired Vancouver SWAT officer and trainer who is a lifelong martial artist. We talk about applying traditional martial arts...
- Jan 28, 202643 minS3
Chuck Pressburg of Press Check Consulting is back on the show to talk about how scoring and competitive rule sets incentivize training choices, sometimes for the better but often for the worse…
- Jan 21, 20261h 3mS3
My friend Joel Levan of Radius Factor is back on the show. This time we do a deep dive into carrying edged weapons for self defense or duty use. We talk equipment, technique, training, and legalities. If you carry a...
- Jan 14, 20261h 17mS3
John Valentine, combatives Summit founder, Brazilian Jiujitsu black belt and Army Modern Combatives instructor, and I talk about training for fighting with firearms, training principles instead of outcomes, and the...
- Jan 7, 20261h 7mS3
My friend Matt Rakestraw is back on the show. We do a deep dive into mindful practice, double action only shooting, and the meaning of life…
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