Best SelfControl From Podcasts (2025)

1
Escape vs. Take a Break: Which Divorce Strategy Works? 9:36

Play Pause

3d ago9:36

9:36

You love your kids, but sometimes you wish you could vanish. Corey breaks down the difference between taking a restorative break and making an escape that leaves lasting scars. Watch the Key Principles Episode Get My Book Share Your Story Disclaimer This podcast is intended to entertain and inform, not to provide legal advice. For any legal advice …

1
The History of Camouflage - Who Knew it Would be So Interesting 23:04

5d ago23:04

23:04

The idea of camo came up during our WW1 research. I didn't think it was going to be as huge, weird and interesting as it became. I hope you have the same result as a listener. Please let us know. And as we say every week, slide down just a little farther and click the link to show us some financial love. Thanks! Here's the last episode we ran on WW…

1
Court Is a Tool Not a Therapist 11:21

10d ago11:21

11:21

Corey shows you how to distinguish between court-worthy problems and everyday disagreements, enabling you to protect your time, energy, and children. Watch the Key Principles Episode Get My Book Share Your Story Disclaimer This podcast is intended to entertain and inform, not to provide legal advice. For any legal advice about your divorce or other…

1
Discussing a Meditation Mentioned in 365 Days of the Warrior 24:51

12d ago24:51

24:51

By Sensei Michelle

1
The Lawyer You Hire Can Save Your Family or Burn It Down 8:37

17d ago8:37

8:37

Corey explains why “shark” lawyers often leave families in ruins. He breaks down the swarmer, the brawler, the boxer, and the top dog. Corey shares the one question to ask before you hire any attorney. Watch the Key Principles Episode Get My Book Share Your Story Disclaimer This podcast is intended to entertain and inform, not to provide legal advi…

1
Sifu Rob Jones Tells us About his WW2 Katana 21:58

19d ago21:58

21:58

For this episode, you really need to check us out on Twitter or Insta. We've posted a few pictures of this one of a kind weapon. Couple that with how much fun it is to talk with Sifu and we consider ourselves lucky to share today. If you're a fan of weapons and / or a fan of Sifu Jones you'll enjoy this episode from last year: https://www.buzzsprou…

1
How to Respond Wisely When Every Button Is Pushed 12:00

24d ago12:00

12:00

Corey Shapiro breaks down one of the nastiest divorce games: serving papers at work just to humiliate. He shares how to avoid firing off a text you will regret and introduces a new 24-minute pause using AI to help you respond wisely, not wildly. Watch the Key Principles Episode Get My Book Share Your Story Disclaimer This podcast is intended to ent…

1
An Interview with an Old Friend - Sensei Eddie Kiesel 23:37

26d ago23:37

23:37

What fun it is to run into someone you haven't seen in decades. That serendipity led us to this interview where we catch up on old times, look forward, and talk about Martial Arts. It turned out that a kobudo weapon was one of his favorite weapons. We did 3 episodes on Kobudo weapons. Here's the episode where we introduce them: https://www.buzzspro…

1
How to Stay Calm When Your Ex Knows Exactly How to Get to You 11:00

1M ago11:00

11:00

Your ex knows exactly how to get under your skin, and that is no accident. Corey explains why reacting in the moment can wreck your case and how a simple pause can save your time, money, and peace of mind. Watch the Key Principles Episode Get My Book Share Your Story Disclaimer This podcast is intended to entertain and inform, not to provide legal …

1
Overcome Unkindness with Compassion - Lao Tzu 24:22

1M ago24:22

24:22

Another page from the 365 Days of the Warrior book by Master Kelljchian and Sensei Tracey. (Buy it on Amazon!). This week they reference Lao Tzu. As usual, the conversation goes everywhere. One idea we visit is balance. Here is the episode we did on Master Brown's saying "A karateman's pride is his balance." https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/episod…

1
Why Pausing During Divorce Is a Power Move 7:52

1M ago7:52

7:52

This episode is about why reacting in the heat of the moment can backfire. Corey shares how a simple pause can keep you from making a mistake that hurts your case, your co-parenting, and your peace of mind. Watch the Key Principles Episode Get My Book Share Your Story Disclaimer This podcast is intended to entertain and inform, not to provide legal…

1
How Katana are Made 22:39

1M ago22:39

22:39

We hope you enjoy listening to this as much as we enjoyed earning about it and sharing it with you. With Sensei Derek's help, we cover the making of katana - everything from history to parts to quotes. Of course we mention our episode on the katana. Here it is in case you missed it: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/episodes/4878146 And, like every…

1
Why Divorce Feels Like Groundhog Day and How to Break the Cycle 8:18

1M ago8:18

8:18

Forget spouse against spouse. Corey makes the case for treating divorce like a family system, not a fight, and shows why you may need to lead even if your ex won’t. Watch the Key Principles Episode Get My Book Share Your Story Disclaimer This podcast is intended to entertain and inform, not to provide legal advice. For any legal advice about your d…

1
From the Code of the Samurai to Modern Warrior Philosophy - An Archived Episode 22:23

2M ago22:23

22:23

In this episode from 2020 we laugh more than we should as we tackle the idea that the code of behavior for ancient warriors still applies to karateka today. It turned out to be so much information than we expected. So we had to add a part 2. Click here to hear part 2: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/episodes/3753623 And we refer to the very first…

1
When the Urge to Leave Isn’t the Answer (Yet) 7:40

2M ago7:40

7:40

When tensions rise, Corey shares why sometimes the smartest move in divorce is doing nothing at all. Watch the Key Principles Episode Get My Book Share Your Story Disclaimer This podcast is intended to entertain and inform, not to provide legal advice. For any legal advice about your divorce or otherwise, please consult a licensed attorney in your …

1
A Fun Interview with Elba "Cookie" Melendez 23:33

2M ago23:33

23:33

One of the great parts of recording this podcast is the amazing people we meet. Hanshi Melendez is a perfect example. She was So much fun to talk with. We met her through Hanshi Seymour. Jic you missed Hanshi Seymour's interview back in January, here it is: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/episodes/16424997 In the beginning of the show, we say tha…

1
Why Clarity Beats Certainty in Divorce 9:10

2M ago9:10

9:10

Most people want answers in divorce; Corey explains why better questions matter more. Watch the Key Principles Episode Get My Book Share Your Story Disclaimer This podcast is intended to entertain and inform, not to provide legal advice. For any legal advice about your divorce or otherwise, please consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.…

1
Ep. 210: Hugh Catts, Ph.D. - Reading Comprehension: Not a One-Size-Fits-All Skill 56:41

2M ago56:41

56:41

Send us a text Reading comprehension isn’t a checklist skill. It’s an active process shaped by what students know and how they think. With the nation's attention laser focused on promoting literacy outcomes in K-12 education, too often, comprehension is treated as a skill to be mastered through activities such as finding the main idea or making inf…

1
Kids Taught Us More Than We Taught them; A Master Kelljchian Adage 22:27

2M ago22:27

22:27

This adage from Master Kelljchian himself, and written in his book 365 Days of the Warrior, spoke to me, Sensei Jackie and Sensei Lydia - so we had to visit it in a little detail. It's jam packed with stories and what each one of us think he meant when he shared it with us. After you listen, share your thoughts with us. (And your stories from teach…

1
When Two Good People Still Struggle to Divorce Well 9:10

2M ago9:10

9:10

What happens when both spouses want to divorce well, but emotions still threaten to derail the plan? Watch the Key Principles Episode Get My Book Share Your Story Disclaimer This podcast is intended to entertain and inform, not to provide legal advice. For any legal advice about your divorce or otherwise, please consult a licensed attorney in your …

1
Ep. 209: Mickey Smith Jr. - Students, You Matter to Me! 54:19

2M ago54:19

54:19

Send us a text Children in general, and students to be specific, are incredibly sensitive to the expectations of the adults in their lives; particularly their teachers. A study by Rubie-Davies and colleagues showed that in two sets of 2nd through 7th grade students, in spite of the similar levels of reading achievement at the start of the year, the…

1
Aircraft of WW1 22:02

2M ago22:02

22:02

How lucky to have both Sensei Jay (the voice of the opening and closing) and Sensei Landyn join myself and Sensei Jackie today. I learned so much. We refer to our episode on Pappy Boyington (from WW 2). In case you missed it, here's a link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/episodes/16773944 And at the very start of the show, we mention an episode …

1
When You’re Both Triggered: How to Divorce Without Escalating 7:15

2M ago7:15

7:15

When both sides are in operator mode, Corey shows how to stop the spiral before it turns into all-out war. Watch the Key Principles Episode Get My Book Share Your Story Disclaimer This podcast is intended to entertain and inform, not to provide legal advice. For any legal advice about your divorce or otherwise, please consult a licensed attorney in…

1
Ep. 208: Dr. Garry McGiboney - Reimagining Learning Engagement 1:04:53

2M ago1:04:53

1:04:53

Send us a text As students get ready to return to school this fall, the post-pandemic norm of plummeted student engagement rises to the top as a deep and wide concern for teachers, parents, families, educational leaders, and policymakers. However, we should be careful about HOW we describe, assess, or remedy engagement. Stakeholders need to be caut…

1
Interview with Ellen Kanner - Author of Miami Vegan 23:54

3M ago23:54

23:54

Last year we aired a couple of episodes on nutrition. Since then, we've been hoping to get a vegan point of view. Boy did we get lucky to be introduced to Ellen Kanner. (Thanks Sensei Tracey) She's funny, knowledgeable and full of great ideas. If you love cooking - you'll be surprised at all the options. Even if you have no interest in becoming a p…

1
When You’re the Only One Trying to Keep It Peaceful 4:24

3M ago4:24

4:24

Corey explains how to stay grounded when you want peace and your spouse chooses conflict. Watch the Key Principles Episode Get My Book Share Your Story Disclaimer This podcast is intended to entertain and inform, not to provide legal advice. For any legal advice about your divorce or otherwise, please consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdictio…

1
Patience as a Super Power 24:29

3M ago24:29

24:29

Anytime we get to spend a few minutes with our friend Hanshi TD McKinnon, life is special. In this episode, his words on patience are truly inspiring. If you don’t know Hanshi McKinnon, check out these links. The first one is our introduction to him back in 2021: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/episodes/8625686 And this episode features Hanshi di…

1
The Hidden Cost of Staying Stuck 4:24

3M ago4:24

4:24

Most people don’t need more legal tactics; they need a better lens. In this powerful episode, Corey Shapiro challenges you to stop spinning in circles and start asking the one question that changes everything: What am I trading that isn’t equal? Because staying stuck isn’t neutral, it’s expensive. It drains your time, your peace, and your power. If…

1
Rumble in the Bronx - Movie Review 22:07

3M ago22:07

22:07

Summer fun is here and we're going to the (home) movies. Spoiler Alert - we recommend this movie even though it is 30 years old. First, I want to give credit to the Fushu Daiko Drummers for the change in the opening sounds. We recommend you follow them on Facebook and experience them live. They're amazing. Listen to our Fushu Daiko interview here: …

1
Don’t Confuse a Big Name with a Big Threat 6:10

3M ago6:10

6:10

A high-profile lawyer doesn’t always mean high-quality results. In this final episode of our Divorce Attorney Styles series, Corey Shapiro explains what a “Top Dog” attorney really brings to the table, why reputation can be misleading, and how to protect your case — and your budget — from intimidation theater. Whether you’re facing off with a name-…

1
Unheard Till Now - Mistakes, Stories and Surprises 21:44

3M ago21:44

21:44

In earlier episodes we called these our blooper reels. They have grown into a place where we revisit friends and subjects we covered in the last 6 months. This summer is a blockbuster, as they say. So many excuses to look at episodes you might have missed. For example we talk about our episode on Wabi Sabi. We did 2 episodes on it. Here's the lates…

1
You're Not Losing, You're Lasting 6:08

3M ago6:08

6:08

If your ex’s attorney is loud, aggressive, or constantly stirring up drama, it’s easy to panic. Especially if your attorney is calm, measured, and quiet. You start wondering—am I losing? In this episode, divorce coach Corey Shapiro breaks down the third divorce attorney style: The Boxer. Not flashy. Not chaotic. But steady, strategic, and ready to …

1
From Fitness To Flourishing: Exercise As A Gateway To Personal Transformation 2:33

3M ago2:33

2:33

This is the trailer. Stay tuned for official launch ASAP.By Korey Samuelson

1
Samurai Armor 22:31

3M ago22:31

22:31

Welcome to the second episode on Armor. Today it is Samurai Armor. Of course Sensei Jackie, Sensei Landyn and I had so many tangents while discussing this subject. Mostly about weapons through the centuries. And of course we've done episodes on so many of the weapons. Let's start with the swords. Here's a link to our first episode on swords. (There…

1
Brawlers in Court: Own It or Expose It 4:14

4M ago4:14

4:14

If your divorce feels like a boxing match, you might be up against a brawler—someone who’s obsessed with one issue and won’t let go. In this episode, divorce coach and attorney Corey Shapiro unpacks the “brawler” attorney style: what it looks like, how it operates, and how to respond without getting knocked out. Brawlers aren’t random. They’re focu…

1
Armor Through the Ages 23:45

4M ago23:45

23:45

We have fun discussing Armor, armor and more armor with Sensei Landyn. It was so much busier than I expected. How can you talk about armor, without mentioning the Gladiators. Here's the episode we did on Gladiators back in 2022: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/episodes/10465420 We also mention swords. We did a few episodes on swords. One of my fa…

1
Don’t feed the chaos: how to outsmart a swarmer in your divorce 4:26

4M ago4:26

4:26

If every message from your ex or their attorney feels like an ambush, you’re not imagining it—you’re dealing with a swarmer. In this episode, I’ll show you how to spot the tactics that thrive on chaos and keep you stuck in reaction mode. You’ll learn how to stay steady, shut down the noise, and make strategic moves that actually move your case forw…

1
Cobra Kai - The Finale (With Spoilers) 24:49

4M ago24:49

24:49

Back in 2022, Kim and Matthew came on and we discussed their love of the series Cobra Kai. It took 2 episodes! Now that the series has ended, we decided to have them on to wrap it up. If you're a fan and want to weigh in - get in touch. Here are the first two episodes from 2022 if you'd like to listen. First Part 1: https://www.buzzsprout.com/47737…

1
When your ex’s lawyer is the real problem 9:38

4M ago9:38

9:38

Sometimes it’s not just your ex—it’s their attorney. In this episode, I pull back the curtain on the four types of divorce lawyers who fuel conflict instead of resolution—and how to stay steady when the other side plays dirty. If you’re months (or years) in and wondering, “Why is this still dragging on?”—this will help you get clear, get grounded, …

1
The Power of Youth, the Power of Age - A Sentence From Master Kelljchian 24:58

4M ago24:58

24:58

I explain in the episode, so no details are needed here, how we decided to look at some of the thoughts Master Kelljchian shared in his book 365 Days of the Warrior. We reviewed the Book back in 2021.Heres a link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/episodes/7049776 We're so lucky to have Hanshi Malanoski share some thoughts at the end of this show. …

1
Divorce can take years. Don’t waste them. 10:08

4M ago10:08

10:08

Everyone worries about money. But what about the hours, months—even years—this could steal from your life? In this episode, I unpack the real cost of conflict: your time, your energy, your peace. I’ll share five ways I help clients protect their calendar and their sanity—including how to avoid pointless meetings, use a 24-hour pause to regain contr…

1
The UnLovables: The Betrayer 17:48

4M ago17:48

17:48

This episode is the last of a series of episodes entitled The Unlovables—a candid look at the people who are hard to love and why, and how the Bible teaches us not just to tolerate them… but to truly love better. And today, we look at the seemingly uncrossable waters of betrayal. How can we love those who have betrayed us. Link to video Brandt Jean…

1
Finally We Learn About Ip Man with a nod to Bruce Lee (his most famous student) 21:22

4M ago21:22

21:22

I say finally because, like many episode ideas, this one has been on my list since 2019 when we started recording. I'm so happy we took the time to learn what we could and share it. Ip Man was a strong and honorable practitioner. Ip Man studied Wing Chun and we did an episode on the beginning of Wing Chun. Here's the link: https://www.buzzsprout.co…

1
Time Is the hidden cost of divorce—don’t waste It. 11:03

5M ago11:03

11:03

Divorce can drag on for years—and no one tells you how much it will take out of you. In this episode, I talk about why your energy is your most precious resource and how to protect it like a budget. I’ll share three simple tools I use with clients—movement, gratitude, and meditation—to help refill your tank and stop pouring yourself into every fire…

1
We Revisit Tukuan with Added Content 23:48

5M ago23:48

23:48

Welcome to June. In one sense, this is an archived episode. But it does contain new content that we didn't include back in 2020. Please check it out and let us know how you like it. And if you find yourself with a little extra money, please support us by clicking the link below. Thanks in advance. Support the show Thanks so much for listening and s…

1
I think my lawyer’s being honest. But I still don’t understand the bill. 9:32

5M ago9:32

9:32

Divorce is expensive, but it should not cost your financial future. In this episode, we break down three hidden traps that often drain money without you realizing it. You will learn how to spot billing abuse, understand the risks of attorney fee dynamics between spouses, and explore alternatives to open-ended hourly rates. If you are worried about …

1
Episode with E Words - Enjoy.... 21:36

5M ago21:36

21:36

Hope you enjoy another letter episode that includes the kata (form, dance) Empi Ha and so much more. As usual we refer to many subjects that we've discussed on past episodes. For example: we talked about Kobudo weaponry. We did many episodes on this subject. Here is the first one: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/episodes/5484121 We touch on eleme…

1
Divorce torture comes in only two forms: fast or slow 9:50

5M ago9:50

9:50

Divorce is expensive, but not just in dollars. Emotional spending is what drains people the fastest. In this episode, we look at the real cost of reactivity, the difference between fear-based and faith-based decisions, and how to cut your emotional output by half. This is how you stop fueling the conflict and start protecting your future. Welcome t…

1
Thus a Child Learns - A Poem By Dr. Frederick Moffitt 24:52

5M ago24:52

24:52

I received a copy of this poem in school - a long time ago. The other day, we were talking about it and decided to bring the conversation to the podcast. Landyn, Sensei Jackie and I laugh quite a bit. Hope you do too. This isn't our first episode on teaching. Here's one from 2023: https://www.buzzsprout.com/477379/episodes/13330690 Somehow we ended…

1
My divorce ended years ago. But it’s still ruining birthdays. 8:24

5M ago8:24

8:24

A divorce doesn't end when the papers are signed. Not when there are birthdays, graduations, and future weddings ahead. In this episode, we introduce the Divorce Budget, a four-part framework that helps you protect your emotions, finances, energy, and time. If you want to avoid decisions that drain your future, this is where to start. Welcome to Ge…