KUDEN! Martial Arts, Self-Defense & Survival

Jeffrey M. Miller

Welcome to Kuden! The podcast for practitioners and enthusiasts of Ninjutsu, the self-defense, survival, and personal development system of Japan’s ancient Ninja Night Warriors; hosted by internationally recognized self-defense expert, author, and master instructor, Dai-Shihan Jeffrey Miller, one of the longest training students in the art with ACTUAL life and street experience using these powerful, life-changing and saving lessons! Join us live each week on platforms like Facebook, Youtube, and Twitter Periscope as we dive deeply into the art of the ancient Ninja and Samurai, and learn how to really apply these lessons in your life today, against the threats, challenges, and attacks that exist in the real world of the 21st century! If you would like to train with Dai-Shihan Miller as an online, distance training student you can email warriorc@warrior-concepts-online.com. read less

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e217 – KUDEN! – 3 Ways to Feel Lost with Self-Defense Training

e217 – KUDEN! – 3 Ways to Feel Lost with Self-Defense Training

In my book, “Fight Smarter – Not Harder”, I share 3 very common things that over 90% of the people say to me, that all point to the same problem – a very REAL problem in the world of self-defense and personal protection; and that “thing” is a sense of feeling lost when it comes […]

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e217 – KUDEN! – 3 Ways to Feel Lost with Self-Defense Training

e217 – KUDEN! – 3 Ways to Feel Lost with Self-Defense Training

In my book, “Fight Smarter – Not Harder”, I share 3 very common things that over 90% of the people say to me, that all point to the same problem – a very REAL problem in the world of self-defense and personal protection; and that “thing” is a sense of feeling lost when it comes […]

e216 – KUDEN! – Makoto and the Power of Our Speech!

e216 – KUDEN! – Makoto and the Power of Our Speech!

In the realm of the Warrior, especially when dealing with the Bushido code, one of the core tenants, character strengths, or virtues is that of makoto. This can be translated as ‘sincere truth’ and includes the way we express that truth in words. During this episode, we’ll be taking a look at a few of […]

e215 – KUDEN! – Handling Distractions to Stay on Track!

e215 – KUDEN! – Handling Distractions to Stay on Track!

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E214 – KUDEN! – Two Points on the Path to Mastery!

E214 – KUDEN! – Two Points on the Path to Mastery!

One of my military leaders once said to me, “Sergeant Miller, hope is not a strategic plan!”. Couple this with a technique I learned from both Soke Hatsumi, as well as my Mikkyo teacher for using both of the Ninja’s mandala perspectives, allowed me to master techniques, gain skills, and produce success much faster. During […]

E213 – KUDEN! – An Uncomfortable Truth About Warriorship

E213 – KUDEN! – An Uncomfortable Truth About Warriorship

A very common theme that has run through my training, from Soke Hatsumi’s lessons and those of other master-teachers, to my Mikkyo teacher and other life mentors…was centered around a very uncomfortable truth about warriorship. Warriorship isn’t always about fighting the enemies “out there”. Sometimes it’s about facing uncomfortable truths about ourselves, our choices, and […]

E212 – KUDEN! – Real vs Fake Confidence: Know the Difference, Gain the Edge!

E212 – KUDEN! – Real vs Fake Confidence: Know the Difference, Gain the Edge!

Are you tired of feeling like common beliefs, the “rules”, or life’s obstacles are holding you back? Tune into this episode where we dive deep into not only the essential skill of distinguishing genuine confidence from mere bravado, but a critical key for growth, breaking free from limitations, and getting massive results. Packed with actionable […]

E211 – KUDEN! – The Warrior’s Art of Sacrifice, Death & Dying

E211 – KUDEN! – The Warrior’s Art of Sacrifice, Death & Dying

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E210 – KUDEN! – The Key to Longevity On & Off the Battlefield

E210 – KUDEN! – The Key to Longevity On & Off the Battlefield

During this episode we’ll be taking a look at a lesson I was introduced to in the early days of my martial arts and life-mastery training in Ninjutsu. The personal combat and lifeways of Japan’s ancient Ninja families. This lesson though, seemed to run in direct contradiction to another belief held by the masses, and […]

E209 – KUDEN! – The 8 ‘Gates’ of Authentic Ninjutsu Training

E209 – KUDEN! – The 8 ‘Gates’ of Authentic Ninjutsu Training

In the world of Ninjutsu, there are any number of iterations ranging from certain “brands” or KANS, 3 of which have all sprung from the same source… to the ‘modern Ninjutsu” creations which attempt to make up a new version of ONLY one level of the art…to everything in between. During this episode we’ll be […]

e208 – Making Your Techniques More Powerful!

e208 – Making Your Techniques More Powerful!

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e207 – KUDEN! – Knowing Which Technique to Use in a Fight

e207 – KUDEN! – Knowing Which Technique to Use in a Fight

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e206 – KUDEN! – What is the Purpose of Training for You?

e206 – KUDEN! – What is the Purpose of Training for You?

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e205 – KUDEN! – How to Better Align Your Purpose for Success!

e205 – KUDEN! – How to Better Align Your Purpose for Success!

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e204 – KUDEN! – How to Prioritize Your Lessons and Training

e204 – KUDEN! – How to Prioritize Your Lessons and Training

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e203 – KUDEN! – What’s Your Battleplan for Success?

e203 – KUDEN! – What’s Your Battleplan for Success?

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e202 – KUDEN! – Intentions, Motivations & Goals!

e202 – KUDEN! – Intentions, Motivations & Goals!

What is it that you want to get out of your study (or continued study) of Ninjutsu? Why this system instead of the countless others out there? Are you channeling your energy, focus, and consciousness where you need to, in order to get where you want to be… or are you satisfied with where you […]

e201 – KUDEN! – The Trap of ‘Traditional’ vs. ‘Modern’ Thinking

e201 – KUDEN! – The Trap of ‘Traditional’ vs. ‘Modern’ Thinking

During this episode, we’re going to be looking at a problem with the ‘traditional’ vs. ‘modern’ Ninjutsu (or any other martial art for that matter) argument that seems to dominate the realm of personal combat and self-defense training in today’s world – which one is right, does it matter, and… …can this kind of dualistic […]

e200 – KUDEN! – Commemorative Episode

e200 – KUDEN! – Commemorative Episode

Commemorating the 200th episode of KUDEN! with Dai-Shihan Miller and multiple special guests! Commemorating the 200th episode of KUDEN! with Dai-Shihan Miller and multiple special guests!

E199 – KUDEN! – The Warrior’s Relationship to LUCK

E199 – KUDEN! – The Warrior’s Relationship to LUCK

It can be very easy to look at our techniques, skills, and training – both martial and those for life mastery – from the perspective of total control. We can assume that once we have mastered these timeless lessons, that we won’t be caught off guard, hijacked, or surprised…when nothing could be further from the […]

e198 – KUDEN! – Secrets of the ‘Jeweled Tiger’!

e198 – KUDEN! – Secrets of the ‘Jeweled Tiger’!

The secrets passed down from our ancient Ninja and Samurai masters go far beyond the technical fighting skills that the majority of people tend to focus on. But there is much more beneath the surface for those willing to look beyond the surface appearance of these powerful self-protection and life-mastery systems. During this episode, we’ll […]