By far this is the most touching interview of all the series. The last part of his speech when he describes his recovery from cancer did touch my heart. You are a truly real martial art master Mr Jeff Speakman!
Jeff Speakman is one of the top martial artists in the world and a great person. I am fortunate to have my 11 year old son enrolled at Jeff's Kenpo 5.0 school in Las Vegas and see it firsthand. Jeff and his group of instructors are some of the most talented and personable black belts you will find teaching both adults and children. It is a great environment for people to learn Kenpo and understand the way of being a true martial artist. It is also great how the art has evolved to include various skills for grappling, ground fighting submissions and chokes. Great interview Scott, thanks for so much great content!
Speakman and Perfect Weapon were huge for me as a kid. I started studying Kenpo when I was 18 and absolutely love everything about it. This Art of Action episode was very much appreciated!
All these episodes and videos deserve million of views, nowhere and nobody has ever done this what Scott is doing, a full 45-50 minutes videos with all these legends. RESPECT! 🙏✌️💪
@@AVarStunts Totally! You can tell Scott got a little choked up too. That's such a great outlook on life and he's right, that way of thinking is rare and should be the norm.
This might’ve been my favorite interview Scott Atkins is done yet. Mr. Speakmans clearly very respected martial artist as well as a gentleman Who clearly knows what he’s talking about while being very humble and gracious person .
I still got your autograph Jeff. You visited my dojo in the 90s while you were promoting The Perfect Weapon. I was a student of Manny Reyes Senior. Im happy to see the art is still alive and evolving with you. 💪
I'm totally ashamed to have never heard of Mr. Speakman before today, and this was my favorite AOA video. Truly a remarkable human, the ending bit with him sharing his battle with cancer genuinely brought a tear to my eye. Great video, thank you!
This interview is one of the most enjoyable ones I have seen so far; getting more of an inside view about how these films were created and the perspectives around the scenes, etc....so unique. Mr. Speakman and Mr. Adkins, you are both classy and two of the most superb martial artists cinema has seen to date. Thank you and long life Boyka!
TO NE CLEAR I NEGLECTED TO SAY BUT HERE NOW OBSERVE THAT THE STORY AND LEGEND OF IP MAN ONLY ARRIVED ON THE BIG SCREEN LONG AFTER MR SPEAKMANS PERFECT WEAPON. THEREFORE YOU HAVE, UNWITTINGLY MISREPRESENTED EFFECTIVELY THAT MR. . SPEAKMANS WAS IN SOME WAY COPYING IP MAN'S VERSION OF FIGHTING IS SIMPLY INCORRECT. REGARDS JACK
@@miesvaillanykyisyytta3252 Was??? He is one, he invented his own style. He's played alot of Martial Arts roles! Before he say crap like that do your research before you judge someone you dick!
Wow! What an inspiring guy Jeff is. PW was a great MA movie when it came out & put Kenpo at the forefront. Thanks Scott for doing this interview with a legend...these real life stories do help uplift the human spirit!
It is an honor for me to belong to this great kenpo 5.0 family and to be a student of a great human being and Master Jeff Speakman .... come the video !!! Portugal
Yes your lucky all the best with that i wish i had the opportunity to have a trainer like jeff. Amazing system for self defense but more to keep in good health all round.
What A LEGEND!!! 💯 THANK YOU Scott for bringing such heroes more into the spotlight. This is what the world needs. Jeff Speakman is a true ACTION HERO❤
When this movie came out. It made me like Jeff Speakman better than Van Damme as a martial artist. The fights look more realistic and faster than Van Damme's movie's. I still like Van Damme and his movies but I wish Jeff Speakman was able to have more roles and recognition in Holllywood. But that's how Hollywood is. Man this makes me want to go learn Kenpo Karate!!! Thank you Scott for interviewing Mr. Speakman. I missed this guy and I also loved the other movie he did Street Knight. You're awesome Mr. Speakman and thank you for your Martial Arts you shown in real life.
That was very profound and inspirational. Especially near the end, I got emotional. I will be applying Speakman Sensei's philosophies to my practice. Thank you, Scott. Another great show!
Full respect to Mr speakman what a genuine guy and a great martial artist. Scott did you ever get over to Las Vegas and meet him in person and do the brown belt and belt tests
Hey Scott, I just wanted you to know how much I’m enjoying these videos. As a martial artist and a movie buff, this channel is exactly up my alley and it’s honestly been helping me through a rough patch in life. I appreciate the time and effort you put into your content.
I'm surprised this guy never became as popular as Van Damn in movies, his MA was quite unique. Watching this interview I now have much more respect for Kempo Karate master Speakman🥋Thanks Scott👍
He didn’t get popular because he didn’t use enough AK techniques in that movie in my opinion. Too many spinning back fists which is not an AK technique.
Loved the perfect weapon! Jeff brought a real hard fast bad ass style of martial arts films to the world. In a time of great martial arts films and up and coming stars he held his own so well.. friggen legend!!
Another incredible interview by Scott. I saw the perfect weapon when I was twelve and was amazed. I wondered why I didn't see Jeff Speakman in other movies, now I know. Thank you both and God bless you!
Scot you could not have made my day more than interviewing Jeff! The perfect Weapon is such a great film. Watched it so many time when I was training in Kenpo!
That closing statement hits hard! Mr Speakman, if you see this. My brother and I pretended to be you in the Dojo scene. We wanted to be you! Thank you for the inspiration
Omg this was sooooooooooooooo goood. Scott has done the impossible get al these legends and more to come. Every legend is a part of my childhood ,it brings back memories and these personal stories are so touching and to se scotts face while Jeff was speaking thats what its al about. Thank u sir u are already a legend. Cant wait for the rest of the legends
Jeff Speakman a great citizen, a true martial artis, and now one of the greats master of Ed parker kenpo karate, did nice martial movies in the past, an introspective and wise man Jeff is a great human being and a true Master
This is a genuinely terrific interview. What a great man, and a great interview conducted by Scott. What Jeff covers during discussion of his health issues in the last part of the interview is particularly going to stay with me. Thank you both.
Amazing interview...especially from 49:45 on. Scott, you are amazing. And thank you for showing this, and showing so much respect to Mr. Speakman. He has had a huge impact on my life. Even though I trained with him over 30 years ago. The two of you are my absolute favorite "celebrity" martial artists.
Prolific Mr. Adkins! This martial arts interview style show with a super star host is ground breaking! Compelling to watch! martial arts movie fans the world over are learning the true story of our favorite martial arts icon's for the first time in over 30 years. Heart touching interviews! Watching our movie hero's as fellow human's tell the true stark reality of they're life journey. Brilliant show! freaking compelling, i have far more respect and admiration for these Action Stars learning the sacrifice's and true stories of sacrifice to rise as martial arts movie Stars.
Scott, Mr. Speakman is one of my all-time favorites in the martial arts world. I’ve watched The Perfect Weapon >100 times and had many of the same questions for him you asked. Thank you for this!
Learning that Jeff started martial arts in college gives me hope. Some of my favorite martial artists started as young children so I always thought it was too late for me.
Bravo 👏 yet another great interview . The perfect weapon was and still is a great movie. And Jeff came across as a very humble and caring human being. So glad to hear he overcame his battle with cancer 👍 keep up the great videos Scott
This is unbelievable!! I am so thankful you tracked Jeff down for this Scott!! The man was one of the absolute best and deserved more praise and recognition. Thanks dude...thanks for this ;)
I do Kyokushin karate and I share Mister Speakman's philosophy on martial arts and life in general. This was a GREAT interview, thank you so much for sharing Scott.
Indeed and it's a shame that Kenpõ like so many other good arts fell into the bad side of "politics and bickering" after the founder passed away, or even sometimes before the founder passed away: such as the split that resulted in the Tracy branch of American Kenpõ, or the various schools of Hapkidõ when it main base founder passed away; or even to a lesser degree when the four main branches of Kajūkenbõ started to evolve and have offshoots of sub methods, that tend to bicker more than work together, or even the various Ninjutsu organizations that tend to keep to themselves rather than working together.
Wow, what a cracking interview, and proves what an introspective and wise man Jeff is. I admit I haven't kept up with him since the mid 90s when he seemed to vanish, but after having watched this, I now have a deeper respect for him than before after seeing his films. A damn shame about the circumstances within the film industry that could have otherwise made him a huge star which he deserved, and still does. Thing is you can tell he's made peace with that, and considering the real fight he went through, well, a successful career was not on his mind when that was taking place obviously. As a lifelong practitioner of martial arts (five formats total), I've met people over the years who are in kenpo, and it's now clear as to why I view it as restrictive because in a traditional sense, it is. Good on Jeff for taking it to the next level which makes absolute sense. Of the five formats I am dedicated to, JKD is the most comprehensive in that it, too, is all about no limits and moving forward which was what Bruce Lee had in mind from the start. That was Ed Parker's wish for kenpo, proving that brilliant minds do think similarly. Moreover, I am even more grateful for Jeff in that his view of MMA is what I've thought from the go, making a lucidly clear distinction between as he put it martial arts and martial sports. It can be rather annoying whenever I meet people who once they find out I'm a martial artist assume I'm into MMA which I'm not, and never will be for reasons which should be obvious. For me, martial arts is such an integral part of my life/being, and with it, I've never set myself to limits/boundaries and outmoded rules which do not apply to real life, in combat and otherwise. All of this nonsense I've read and heard directly influenced by MMA, again, that may be the meat and potatoes inside an octagon with rules, but outside where there are no rules, it's clearly no longer defined by sport rules, but the lack thereof. Also, from what I've observed, a big percentage of these MMA fighters are motivated by greed and ego - Conor McGregor and others are examples of this, and while that may assuage these individuals for a moment, in the long run, it bears no significance. I mean, it's easy to get in that octagon and hurt each other, but like Jeff said, having a long lasting and positive impact on both yourself and others is the true spirit and meaning with martial arts. That being said, Jeff is a great guy and it's wonderful to see how appreciative and respectful he is to Scott who is carving out a place for himself both in martial arts as well as the world.
@@GermanPeixeira it's one thing to get into a fight with someone whose style you can study with rules against using this, doing that, etc. Real life combat there is no tapping, no illegal knees, no film on your opponent.
After watching this interview! I'm liking this man even more, humble and altruistic! He is so right about MMA not being an art form, its more about fighting people and making money from it. Love the Perfect Weapon! Such a shame he didn't make more films!
Sott, first off, as a former US Marine and Immigrant, I have always enjoyed your view points and talks. Such a humble person you are my friend. As a fan of the late 80's and 90's, growing up, Jeff Speakman def brought to the screen a thing of legends. This is def the best interview I have witness from you to honor Jeff and his past. Rest of us from that era only dreamed of being in that world, but being new in America a poor teen, did not know how. So thank you for all that you do. Lastly, my daughter Amaiya Zafar, google her name, I think you will find her boxing dream story interesting. She was the force and the first one to push the envelope and changed the boxing rule inviting women in, who were not allowed before. At 16, she was the first to fight with HIjab and create doors for others. Your channel is refreshing, thank you for doing what you do! We love you my friend.
Many, many thnkas to you, Mr Adkins, who is also a truly fan and is making a awesome job to compilate ours stars ! Very, very happy to see and hear Mr Speakman who had amazed me when I was a teenager. It's a true meaning to hear such a wonderfull person. A side of martial art which is not at the screen but it's huge in you, Mr Speakman. The best for you and your health. Truly.
Very deep stuff, not ashamed to say I almost misted up at the end. Lots of respect to Jeff and its weird to think that in some parallel universe there is a superior version of the movie Speed.
I have always liked Jeff Speakman growing up! He is an incredible person with the biggest heart in the World! If more people had his way of thinking and had his kindness we would live in a better World! Thank you Mr. Speakman and Thank you Mr. Adkins!👍
I agree. The perfect weapon is such a great film. I have a friend who'd never seen so i just saw it again a month ago, and of course he loved it and starting asking me about Jeff Speakman and what happened to him. Now i can refer him to this interview.
I have not trained in many years but I when I did it was kenpo for 6 years. I loved seeing kenpo forms and techniques in Speakman movies. I am looking forward to seeing this interview.
@@pmartialartsx My kenpo school closed like 8 years ago. Traditional Martial arts was fading away everyone was doing jujitsu and MMA. My sensei started training some of us who wanted to in one of the garage of one of the black belts but that slowly faded away.
Cannot believe I just got around to watching the last half hour of this episode which I started during lockdown. Jeff Speakman, criminally short film career but his eloquent description from personal experience of the marriage between life, death, legacy, character and the arts is what it's all about. Very inspiring.
Imagine the martial arts version of Speed had it come to fruition. Keanu Reeves was great in the role and it's still one of the best 90s' action movies without the inclusion of martial arts. But I'd love to know how Jeff Speakman's version would've turned out......
Scott was in a British series called doctors and mile high, at zero point did he use martial arts, Scott is a solid actor, always thought he should be Danny rand, iron fist
Great interview! Touching heartfelt words from Jeff Speakman - a true martial artist. 'The Perfect Weapon' is easily one of the best American martial arts movies and it captured the spirit of martial arts showing him growing up and learning, etc. Maybe in the future Scott can do a movie project similar to The Expendables but all martial artists and lots of fights!
The big guy he fights in Street Knight is Tom Magee. He was a professional wrestler for WWF in the late 80's briefly also. Was a powerlifter/strongman who could do standing backflips and gymnastic stuff. Incredible athlete. Great interview Scott! I loved Jeff Speakman as a martial arts fan as a kid like you. Great fight scenes
I didn't know anyone else was crazy about this movie like I am. I remember showing to my family over holiday in 92. He is even cooler and wiser than I ever imagined. Thank You!
As somebody who practiced kenpo, and a lifelong action fan, I would like to say thank you, Scott Adkins. What a great interview and you are such a good person and exemplary martial artist in every sense of the word. A respectful, honorable, kind, joyous person. Great show keep up the good work.
I consider myself honored to train at one of Jeff's Schools in San Bernardino, Calif awhile back and it has gotten me through some tough situations while out on patrol! Thank -You Mr. Speakman and Grandmaster Ed Parker!
Thank you Scott Adkins !!! Brilliant Interview with Martial Arts Master Jeff Speakman !!! "The Perfect Weapon" one of the Greatest Martial Arts Action Movie's of all Time !!! I was very moved by The Candid interview and Mr. Jeff Speakman's Battle, Surviving throat cancer in 2013 ,I never knew about that !!! God Bless Jeff Speakman for carrying on the Great Legacy of Grand Master Ed Parker in The Art of Kenpo and helping so many People, what an inspiration !!!! Great Episode !!!
WOW WOW WOW.....what a great interview. Totally blown away by Mr. Speakman's journey and wisdom. I had no idea that he is a cancer survivor and always wanted to know what happened to his martial arts film career. Thank you Scott Adkins for selecting him for your show and I am so glad he accepted. During this Pandemic, it is so important to hear what Mr. Speakman said regarding life and your legacy...how you conduct yourself, helping others, etc. Life is so short and this episode was so appropriate to watch now and always.
One of the most important and enlightening interviews I've ever seen in the martial arts world. Kudos to great questions,.....both men...and perseverance. Cheers
Great Jeff and Skott. I live in Genoa unfortunately but it would be a dream to train with you. Thank you for giving me your love for the martial arts spirit. You are two legends
Absolutely outstanding interview Scott, and once again you have outdone yourself with your brilliant series! I was also "teary-eyed" after Mr. Speakman's moving speech, and he has always been such an invaluable contributor to the martial arts world, as well as to action cinema with "Perfect Weapon", as one of the best martial arts action movies ever made. It is so sad that he was unable to continue his movie career, but his incredible prowess in martial arts fortunately continues in his worldwide teachings of American Kenpo Karate. And Scott, I just want to add that not only have you already given the world Yuri Boyka (and a lot of other GREAT action movies), but with each episode of "The Art of Action", you truely continue to make the world a better place. Thanks so much for all that you continue to share and inspire.
God bless Jeff Speakman for being so alive inside and outside. Thank you sir for all the great movies!. Now I'm tempted to watch The Perfect Weapon all over again since it's a while ago now.
I have seen many interviews with Grand Master Speakman and met him personally as well. I’m currently Brown 2 in 5.0 and I know that he lives and breathes the things he says with great integrity. Terrific interview.
By far this is the most touching interview of all the series. The last part of his speech when he describes his recovery from cancer did touch my heart. You are a truly real martial art master Mr Jeff Speakman!
Well said
Mr. Jeff Speakman has a big heart and that ending his speech, moved me. This was a touching segment.
i had tears in my eyes no joke
He a human..living legend
My dad was in Kenpo and he was so excited when The Perfect Weapon came out. We saw it in theaters and we still watch it to this day 👍🏽👍🏽
Both Scott and Jeff deserved huge careers with blockbuster hits, leading roles.
Would be awesome to see a film with them together.
I agree Hollywood is so damn stupid Jeff should have been RAIDEN in the first Mortal Kombat movie.
Jeff Speakman is one of the top martial artists in the world and a great person. I am fortunate to have my 11 year old son enrolled at Jeff's Kenpo 5.0 school in Las Vegas and see it firsthand. Jeff and his group of instructors are some of the most talented and personable black belts you will find teaching both adults and children. It is a great environment for people to learn Kenpo and understand the way of being a true martial artist. It is also great how the art has evolved to include various skills for grappling, ground fighting submissions and chokes. Great interview Scott, thanks for so much great content!
@veganhigler6541 yes the Kenpo 5.0 school is still running in Las Vegas
Speakman and Perfect Weapon were huge for me as a kid. I started studying Kenpo when I was 18 and absolutely love everything about it. This Art of Action episode was very much appreciated!
All these episodes and videos deserve million of views, nowhere and nobody has ever done this what Scott is doing, a full 45-50 minutes videos with all these legends. RESPECT! 🙏✌️💪
“I’m not crying, you’re crying”. That closing segment choked me up. Great story and advice.
Dude that was so genuine I really appreciate Jeff and Scott for that!
@@AVarStunts Totally! You can tell Scott got a little choked up too. That's such a great outlook on life and he's right, that way of thinking is rare and should be the norm.
That was a beautiful moment.
Same here! That got me teary!
i cried not ashamed of it
Not even cancer has put down the perfect weapon, such respect to Mr. Speakman.
Chuck Norris level right there
This might’ve been my favorite interview Scott Atkins is done yet. Mr. Speakmans clearly very respected martial artist as well as a gentleman Who clearly knows what he’s talking about while being very humble and gracious person .
I still got your autograph Jeff. You visited my dojo in the 90s while you were promoting The Perfect Weapon. I was a student of Manny Reyes Senior. Im happy to see the art is still alive and evolving with you. 💪
Thank you Scott, this is one of the best interviews I've ever seen. Jeff Speakman is an amazing human being and inspiration to us all.
I'm totally ashamed to have never heard of Mr. Speakman before today, and this was my favorite AOA video. Truly a remarkable human, the ending bit with him sharing his battle with cancer genuinely brought a tear to my eye. Great video, thank you!
Jeff Speakman and Scott Adkins are an embodiment of what is a true martial artist.
This interview is one of the most enjoyable ones I have seen so far; getting more of an inside view about how these films were created and the perspectives around the scenes, etc....so unique. Mr. Speakman and Mr. Adkins, you are both classy and two of the most superb martial artists cinema has seen to date. Thank you and long life Boyka!
I love to watch Scott. Scott's a champ in every sense.
Mr Speakman is a very learned and wise man and basically the perfect weapon was his version of Ip Man in the kenpo world
Think you should have Keith Cooke at some point
Yep that is a true martial artist right there.
IN ACTUAL FACT SIR, THE PERFECT WEAPON WAS ALREADY RELEASED BEFORE THE STORY AND LEGEND MADE ITS WAY ONTO THE BIG SCREEN. L
TO NE CLEAR I NEGLECTED TO SAY BUT HERE NOW OBSERVE THAT THE STORY AND LEGEND OF IP MAN ONLY ARRIVED ON THE BIG SCREEN LONG AFTER MR SPEAKMANS PERFECT WEAPON. THEREFORE YOU HAVE, UNWITTINGLY MISREPRESENTED EFFECTIVELY THAT MR. . SPEAKMANS WAS IN SOME WAY COPYING IP MAN'S VERSION OF FIGHTING IS SIMPLY INCORRECT. REGARDS JACK
@@bazmayo Definitely!
Jeff Speakman is great the perfect Weapon was one of the best martial arts movie of all time.
He needs to do some villain interview with Bolo Yeung, Al Leong, James Lew, Matthias Hues, Carter Wong, Carey Hiroyuki Tagawa etc
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Yes. Let's not forget about Donnie Yen and Sammo Hung.
Al Leong had a stroke and might not be able to give interviews these days.
Was Tagawa a legit martial artist? I know he played one obviously.
@@miesvaillanykyisyytta3252 Was??? He is one, he invented his own style. He's played alot of Martial Arts roles! Before he say crap like that do your research before you judge someone you dick!
Wow, what a touching interview. Respect from one survivor to another 🙏
This guy is so smooth with his move and knows how to hit the nais on the head. Fantastic man and a real gentleman and extremely entertaining.
The stuff that I've learned ( I'm 50 ) by watching this and all the others Scott's had on is truly a blessing in it's self.
That is humble, that is the spirit of Martial arts.
Unbelievable, what a life story.. so inspiring
Thank you Scott and Jeff
Wow! What an inspiring guy Jeff is. PW was a great MA movie when it came out & put Kenpo at the forefront. Thanks Scott for doing this interview with a legend...these real life stories do help uplift the human spirit!
It is an honor for me to belong to this great kenpo 5.0 family and to be a student of a great human being and Master Jeff Speakman .... come the video !!!
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Yes your lucky all the best with that i wish i had the opportunity to have a trainer like jeff. Amazing system for self defense but more to keep in good health all round.
an introspective and wise man Jeff isca great human being and Master
What A LEGEND!!! 💯 THANK YOU Scott for bringing such heroes more into the spotlight. This is what the world needs. Jeff Speakman is a true ACTION HERO❤
When this movie came out. It made me like Jeff Speakman better than Van Damme as a martial artist. The fights look more realistic and faster than Van Damme's movie's. I still like Van Damme and his movies but I wish Jeff Speakman was able to have more roles and recognition in Holllywood. But that's how Hollywood is. Man this makes me want to go learn Kenpo Karate!!! Thank you Scott for interviewing Mr. Speakman. I missed this guy and I also loved the other movie he did Street Knight. You're awesome Mr. Speakman and thank you for your Martial Arts you shown in real life.
Mr Speakman made a total of FIVE moves. Google him to see the rest. Take care
My sentiments exactly.
Street Knight was badass.
Holy moly, the last 10 minutes is really touching. A truly incredible being
This was awesome! Mr. Speakman is a class act & a true icon! Thank you for this one
Perfect weapon is still one of my favorites. Glad to see him here. Kata was very beautiful at the beginning of the film
That was very profound and inspirational. Especially near the end, I got emotional. I will be applying Speakman Sensei's philosophies to my practice.
Thank you, Scott. Another great show!
Full respect to Mr speakman what a genuine guy and a great martial artist. Scott did you ever get over to Las Vegas and meet him in person and do the brown belt and belt tests
Hey Scott, I just wanted you to know how much I’m enjoying these videos. As a martial artist and a movie buff, this channel is exactly up my alley and it’s honestly been helping me through a rough patch in life. I appreciate the time and effort you put into your content.
I'm surprised this guy never became as popular as Van Damn in movies, his MA was quite unique. Watching this interview I now have much more respect for Kempo Karate master Speakman🥋Thanks Scott👍
He didn’t get popular because he didn’t use enough AK techniques in that movie in my opinion. Too many spinning back fists which is not an AK technique.
Loved the perfect weapon!
Jeff brought a real hard fast bad ass style of martial arts films to the world.
In a time of great martial arts films and up and coming stars he held his own so well.. friggen legend!!
Another incredible interview by Scott. I saw the perfect weapon when I was twelve and was amazed. I wondered why I didn't see Jeff Speakman in other movies, now I know. Thank you both and God bless you!
Scot you could not have made my day more than interviewing Jeff! The perfect Weapon is such a great film. Watched it so many time when I was training in Kenpo!
Speechless, ...Mr.Speakman and Mr.Adkins, thank you so much.
That closing statement hits hard! Mr Speakman, if you see this. My brother and I pretended to be you in the Dojo scene. We wanted to be you! Thank you for the inspiration
Dear me this man is amazing. I wept at his speech. Well done for bringing this man on, Scott
Omg this was sooooooooooooooo goood. Scott has done the impossible get al these legends and more to come.
Every legend is a part of my childhood ,it brings back memories and these personal stories are so touching and to se scotts face while Jeff was speaking thats what its al about.
Thank u sir u are already a legend.
Cant wait for the rest of the legends
Jeff Speakman a great citizen, a true martial artis, and now one of the greats master of Ed parker kenpo karate, did nice martial movies in the past, an introspective and wise man Jeff is a great human being and a true Master
This is a genuinely terrific interview. What a great man, and a great interview conducted by Scott. What Jeff covers during discussion of his health issues in the last part of the interview is particularly going to stay with me. Thank you both.
Master Speakmen is legendary in the world of kenpo karate and a great contribution to the art
Scott Adkins for perfect weapon 2!
I freaking agree maybe Jeff could come back as Scott's dad.
If you look closely in perfect weapon he goes around beating up asians around LA
@@broteinsheikh Where I come from it's called self-defense.
I absolutely love Jeff Speakman and The Perfect Weapon! 🤩
Amazing interview...especially from 49:45 on. Scott, you are amazing. And thank you for showing this, and showing so much respect to Mr. Speakman. He has had a huge impact on my life. Even though I trained with him over 30 years ago. The two of you are my absolute favorite "celebrity" martial artists.
Mr. Jeff Speakman is such a martial arts visionary! I appreciate his contribution to the martial arts world.
Prolific Mr. Adkins! This martial arts interview style show with a super star host is ground breaking! Compelling to watch! martial arts movie fans the world over are learning the true story of our favorite martial arts icon's for the first time in over 30 years. Heart touching interviews! Watching our movie hero's as fellow human's tell the true stark reality of they're life journey. Brilliant show! freaking compelling, i have far more respect and admiration for these Action Stars learning the sacrifice's and true stories of sacrifice to rise as martial arts movie Stars.
Scott, Mr. Speakman is one of my all-time favorites in the martial arts world. I’ve watched The Perfect Weapon >100 times and had many of the same questions for him you asked. Thank you for this!
I never knew that was Speakman in lionheart but now i can definitely see its him.
@Rowen Thomas 16:07
Thank you for a wonderful interview
I did think, that doorman's voice sounded very familiar
Same here
Yeah now I see it.
Two of my favorite Martial Artists. American Kenpo changed my life. Thank you Jeff
I just watched The Perfect Weapon two days ago. Nice timing!
Learning that Jeff started martial arts in college gives me hope. Some of my favorite martial artists started as young children so I always thought it was too late for me.
Bravo 👏 yet another great interview . The perfect weapon was and still is a great movie. And Jeff came across as a very humble and caring human being. So glad to hear he overcame his battle with cancer 👍 keep up the great videos Scott
This interview absolutely floored me. I don't know what else to say that wouldn't cheapen the message. Thank you.
This is unbelievable!! I am so thankful you tracked Jeff down for this Scott!! The man was one of the absolute best and deserved more praise and recognition. Thanks dude...thanks for this ;)
I do Kyokushin karate and I share Mister Speakman's philosophy on martial arts and life in general. This was a GREAT interview, thank you so much for sharing Scott.
Man I’m looking forward to this one.Jeff Speakman was a student of the late great Master Ed Parker Snr
Indeed and it's a shame that Kenpõ like so many other good arts fell into the bad side of "politics and bickering" after the founder passed away, or even sometimes before the founder passed away: such as the split that resulted in the Tracy branch of American Kenpõ, or the various schools of Hapkidõ when it main base founder passed away; or even to a lesser degree when the four main branches of Kajūkenbõ started to evolve and have offshoots of sub methods, that tend to bicker more than work together, or even the various Ninjutsu organizations that tend to keep to themselves rather than working together.
Wow, what a cracking interview, and proves what an introspective and wise man Jeff is. I admit I haven't kept up with him since the mid 90s when he seemed to vanish, but after having watched this, I now have a deeper respect for him than before after seeing his films. A damn shame about the circumstances within the film industry that could have otherwise made him a huge star which he deserved, and still does. Thing is you can tell he's made peace with that, and considering the real fight he went through, well, a successful career was not on his mind when that was taking place obviously.
As a lifelong practitioner of martial arts (five formats total), I've met people over the years who are in kenpo, and it's now clear as to why I view it as restrictive because in a traditional sense, it is. Good on Jeff for taking it to the next level which makes absolute sense. Of the five formats I am dedicated to, JKD is the most comprehensive in that it, too, is all about no limits and moving forward which was what Bruce Lee had in mind from the start. That was Ed Parker's wish for kenpo, proving that brilliant minds do think similarly.
Moreover, I am even more grateful for Jeff in that his view of MMA is what I've thought from the go, making a lucidly clear distinction between as he put it martial arts and martial sports. It can be rather annoying whenever I meet people who once they find out I'm a martial artist assume I'm into MMA which I'm not, and never will be for reasons which should be obvious. For me, martial arts is such an integral part of my life/being, and with it, I've never set myself to limits/boundaries and outmoded rules which do not apply to real life, in combat and otherwise.
All of this nonsense I've read and heard directly influenced by MMA, again, that may be the meat and potatoes inside an octagon with rules, but outside where there are no rules, it's clearly no longer defined by sport rules, but the lack thereof. Also, from what I've observed, a big percentage of these MMA fighters are motivated by greed and ego - Conor McGregor and others are examples of this, and while that may assuage these individuals for a moment, in the long run, it bears no significance.
I mean, it's easy to get in that octagon and hurt each other, but like Jeff said, having a long lasting and positive impact on both yourself and others is the true spirit and meaning with martial arts. That being said, Jeff is a great guy and it's wonderful to see how appreciative and respectful he is to Scott who is carving out a place for himself both in martial arts as well as the world.
Well said sir.
"It's easy to get in that octagon" right..
@@GermanPeixeira Yes, right is right.
@@Nattens767 have you done it since It's so easy?
@@GermanPeixeira it's one thing to get into a fight with someone whose style you can study with rules against using this, doing that, etc. Real life combat there is no tapping, no illegal knees, no film on your opponent.
After watching this interview! I'm liking this man even more, humble and altruistic! He is so right about MMA not being an art form, its more about fighting people and making money from it. Love the Perfect Weapon! Such a shame he didn't make more films!
And that is why i never went into fight sports...but do everything for people on the job. On duty. For god and people.
Certainly glad Sensei Speakman is alive and well! God bless you sir!
Scott This was incredible. I think this is my favourite episode so far
Sott, first off, as a former US Marine and Immigrant, I have always enjoyed your view points and talks. Such a humble person you are my friend. As a fan of the late 80's and 90's, growing up, Jeff Speakman def brought to the screen a thing of legends. This is def the best interview I have witness from you to honor Jeff and his past. Rest of us from that era only dreamed of being in that world, but being new in America a poor teen, did not know how. So thank you for all that you do. Lastly, my daughter Amaiya Zafar, google her name, I think you will find her boxing dream story interesting. She was the force and the first one to push the envelope and changed the boxing rule inviting women in, who were not allowed before. At 16, she was the first to fight with HIjab and create doors for others. Your channel is refreshing, thank you for doing what you do! We love you my friend.
"I got the power". Great Martial artist, Jeff Speakman. In the top ten.
What a beautiful human being Jeff Speakman is. Truly one in a million. This segment really pulled on the heart strings.
This is my favourite interview you have done Scott, A truly inspiring man....
Many, many thnkas to you, Mr Adkins, who is also a truly fan and is making a awesome job to compilate ours stars !
Very, very happy to see and hear Mr Speakman who had amazed me when I was a teenager.
It's a true meaning to hear such a wonderfull person. A side of martial art which is not at the screen but it's huge
in you, Mr Speakman.
The best for you and your health. Truly.
Very deep stuff, not ashamed to say I almost misted up at the end. Lots of respect to Jeff and its weird to think that in some parallel universe there is a superior version of the movie Speed.
I have always liked Jeff Speakman growing up!
He is an incredible person with the biggest heart in the World!
If more people had his way of thinking and had his kindness we would live in a better World!
Thank you Mr. Speakman and Thank you Mr. Adkins!👍
I agree. The perfect weapon is such a great film. I have a friend who'd never seen so i just saw it again a month ago, and of course he loved it and starting asking me about Jeff Speakman and what happened to him. Now i can refer him to this interview.
Jeff Speakman has some of the most awesome and brutal looking fight scenes ever! Scott Adkins is one of my favorites today!
I have not trained in many years but I when I did it was kenpo for 6 years. I loved seeing kenpo forms and techniques in Speakman movies. I am looking forward to seeing this interview.
Why the eff haven’t you trained in 6 years?
@@pmartialartsx My kenpo school closed like 8 years ago. Traditional Martial arts was fading away everyone was doing jujitsu and MMA. My sensei started training some of us who wanted to in one of the garage of one of the black belts but that slowly faded away.
Nothing but respect for these amazing 2 martial artists. I am huge fan of Scott and Jeff. These two gentlemen are simply the best
Mr. Speakman just blew out my mind with those sticks techniques back in the day . . . thanks for another awesome interview!
Cannot believe I just got around to watching the last half hour of this episode which I started during lockdown. Jeff Speakman, criminally short film career but his eloquent description from personal experience of the marriage between life, death, legacy, character and the arts is what it's all about. Very inspiring.
Imagine the martial arts version of Speed had it come to fruition. Keanu Reeves was great in the role and it's still one of the best 90s' action movies without the inclusion of martial arts. But I'd love to know how Jeff Speakman's version would've turned out......
Scott was in a British series called doctors and mile high, at zero point did he use martial arts, Scott is a solid actor, always thought he should be Danny rand, iron fist
I was thinking the same thing after seeing this interview.
Now that’s an interesting thought! Marvel kindly take note! 👊
Barry Mason Scott would have been great as Danny Rand.
@@bazmayo Why would you put something so awesome as this in my head. That would have been amazing.
This interview series ist just the best... and Jeff Speakman, what a guy! Thanks for doing this Mr. Adkins.
Great interview! Touching heartfelt words from Jeff Speakman - a true martial artist. 'The Perfect Weapon' is easily one of the best American martial arts movies and it captured the spirit of martial arts showing him growing up and learning, etc. Maybe in the future Scott can do a movie project similar to The Expendables but all martial artists and lots of fights!
The big guy he fights in Street Knight is Tom Magee. He was a professional wrestler for WWF in the late 80's briefly also. Was a powerlifter/strongman who could do standing backflips and gymnastic stuff. Incredible athlete. Great interview Scott! I loved Jeff Speakman as a martial arts fan as a kid like you. Great fight scenes
Incredible martial arts actor.. I was so amazed seen the perfect weapon movie.. And really nice person.. 😍😍
I didn't know anyone else was crazy about this movie like I am. I remember showing to my family over holiday in 92. He is even cooler and wiser than I ever imagined. Thank You!
As somebody who practiced kenpo, and a lifelong action fan, I would like to say thank you, Scott Adkins.
What a great interview and you are such a good person and exemplary martial artist in every sense of the word.
A respectful, honorable, kind, joyous person.
Great show keep up the good work.
Man speakman is an awesome person... god bless him for being such an inspiration for everyone.
Can’t wait..... for.... THE PERFECT WEAPON!
Same here .... “I got the Power”.... 🥋🥋🥋
Jeff SCOTT los Mejor
He's a warrior. I didn't know about he's been fighting cancer. The Perfect Warrior!
Scott's done so well so far - but I love how he shows the inner workings of others' work.
He truly a master. He's earned that by his way of life.
I consider myself honored to train at one of Jeff's Schools in San Bernardino, Calif awhile back and it has gotten me through some tough situations while out on patrol! Thank -You Mr. Speakman and Grandmaster Ed Parker!
What fool would try to take the voicebox of a man called Jeff SPEAKMAN? Thanks for another fantastic interview!
Thank you Scott Adkins !!! Brilliant Interview with Martial Arts Master Jeff Speakman !!! "The Perfect Weapon" one of the Greatest Martial Arts Action Movie's of all Time !!! I was very moved by The Candid interview and Mr. Jeff Speakman's Battle, Surviving throat cancer in 2013 ,I never knew about that !!! God Bless Jeff Speakman for carrying on the Great Legacy of Grand Master Ed Parker in The Art of Kenpo and helping so many People, what an inspiration !!!! Great Episode !!!
That last part about martial arts made this the best interview so far. Very inspiring. We all owe mr. Adkins for doing these interviews.
WOW WOW WOW.....what a great interview. Totally blown away by Mr. Speakman's journey and wisdom. I had no idea that he is a cancer survivor and always wanted to know what happened to his martial arts film career. Thank you Scott Adkins for selecting him for your show and I am so glad he accepted. During this Pandemic, it is so important to hear what Mr. Speakman said regarding life and your legacy...how you conduct yourself, helping others, etc. Life is so short and this episode was so appropriate to watch now and always.
Scott, could you please do interviews on Michael Dudikoff ,Jeff Wincott and Taslim on The Art of Action in the future? Thanking you in advance, Scott.
@@welcometothemovies9157 Yes.
Yes! I grew up watching them all.
One of the most important and enlightening interviews I've ever seen in the martial arts world. Kudos to great questions,.....both men...and perseverance. Cheers
Great Jeff and Skott. I live in Genoa unfortunately but it would be a dream to train with you. Thank you for giving me your love for the martial arts spirit. You are two legends
The Perfect Weapon is a fantastic movie!! I can never get tired of watching it
Absolutely outstanding interview Scott, and once again you have outdone yourself with your brilliant series! I was also "teary-eyed" after Mr. Speakman's moving speech, and he has always been such an invaluable contributor to the martial arts world, as well as to action cinema with "Perfect Weapon", as one of the best martial arts action movies ever made. It is so sad that he was unable to continue his movie career, but his incredible prowess in martial arts fortunately continues in his worldwide teachings of American Kenpo Karate. And Scott, I just want to add that not only have you already given the world Yuri Boyka (and a lot of other GREAT action movies), but with each episode of "The Art of Action", you truely continue to make the world a better place. Thanks so much for all that you continue to share and inspire.
God bless Jeff Speakman for being so alive inside and outside. Thank you sir for all the great movies!. Now I'm tempted to watch The Perfect Weapon all over again since it's a while ago now.
Jeff Speakman G.O.A.T!
I have seen many interviews with Grand Master Speakman and met him personally as well. I’m currently Brown 2 in 5.0 and I know that he lives and breathes the things he says with great integrity. Terrific interview.