Kicking It With The Koves

Sep 07 2022 59
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Martin Kove (aka “Sensei John Kreese” from the Cobra Kai TV series) and his two kids, actor Jesse Kove and multi-passionate entrepreneur, artist, and mental health advocate Rachel Kove, invite you into their wild, dynamic and entertaining family life! Join the Koves and their wealth of guests, including actors, athletes, musicians, and psychology experts as they discuss Hollywood, pop culture, spirituality, mental health, bullying, and so much more. This family’s love is palpable and will inspire you to strike first in life, and show no mercy to your goals and fears!

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Ralph Macchio

Sep 07 2022 44 mins  
This week, to celebrate the return of Cobra Kai on Netflix, the Koves welcome a very special guest & dear friend: Ralph Macchio! This conversation is a must listen for Cobra Kai & Karate fans alike. Tune in to hear Ralph & Marty discuss their early careers in acting, working together on set over the years, & the story of how Ralph came into the role of Daniel LaRusso. The Koves & R

Cobra Kai Stunt Coordinator Ken Barefield

Jun 29 2022 67 mins  
Ken Barefield is the Cobra Kai stunt coordinator and Martin Kove's stunt double! Learn what it's like to be a stunt coordinator and stunt actor as Ken discusses his background and unique journey into the world of stunts. Ken, Martin, and Jesse share stories about working together on the set of Cobra Kai, what goes into choreographing and filming the elaborate fight scenes in the se

Comicon & Beyond

Jun 22 2022 37 mins  
Marty, Rachel & Jesse take time to catch up with one another, & debrief on their recent travels, the last few months, and all things Cobra Kai. They talk about the recent Cobra Kai panel at Comicon they attended, and how they loved seeing the impact that the show has had on such a wide ranging group of fans. They discuss the conference at length, & get into why they found the event

Alan H Green

Jun 15 2022 48 mins  
The incredibly talented actor Alan H Green is this week's guest on Kicking it with the Koves! Alan is currently starring in the hit play "The Karate Kid: The Musical," performing the role of John Kreese. Alan discusses what it's like to play the antagonist, & how he sees the whole theatre as his dojo when he gets into character as Kreese. The Koves & Alan discuss all things theater

Johnny Lawrence Character Analysis with Dr. Judy Ho

Jun 08 2022
The Koves welcome back Rachel's friend & colleague Dr. Judy Ho this week on Kicking it with the Koves! Tune in for a special episode in which the Koves & Judy as do a deep dive & character analysis of Johnny Lawrence. Hear all about the psychology of bullying in relation to Johnny Lawrence - & why both the Karate Kid & Cobra Kai have served as such great platforms to discuss these

Peter Veunnasack: Host of Cobra Kai Kompanion

Jun 01 2022 44 mins  
Peter Veunnasack, host of the podcast Cobra Kai Kompanion, is this week's guest on Kicking it with the Koves! Peter talks all about why he finds both Cobra Kai & the Karate Kid to be so important - & why The Karate Kid meant so much to him growing up as an Asian American. Learn about Peter's journey into the podcasting world, & why he decided to start the Cobra Kai Kompanion podcas

Sean Kanan AKA Mike Barnes in The Karate Kid

May 25 2022 50 mins  
Actor, producer & author Sean Kanan, AKA Mike Barnes in The Karate Kid Part III, is this week's guest on Kicking it with the Koves! Hear Sean share stories of filming The Karate Kid Part III, & talk about his recently published book, 'Way of The Cobra.' Sean & Marty discuss how they met, & share their experiences working with one another on set as Mike Barnes & John Kreese. Sean ge

Sensei Ron Thomas

May 18 2022 51 mins  
Ron Thomas, AKA Bobby Brown in the original Karate Kid films, as well as seasons 2 & 3 of Cobra Kai, joins Marty, Rachel & Jesse on this week's episode of Kicking it with the Koves! Tune in to hear Ron & Marty share stories of their days working on the set of Karate Kid - & how their experience working together led to a lifelong friendship. Ron & The Koves discuss the importance of

Chris Jericho

May 11 2022 56 mins  
The Koves are joined this week by special guest Chris Jericho! The legendary professional wrestler & singer connects with The Koves over all things family, as they discuss the importance of parenthood & being present for your kids. Chris & Marty talk about their experiences with what it has been like to portray the bad guys, in both wrestling & in film, and share some of the crazy

Episode 14: Julia Macchio

May 04 2022 45 mins  
This week the Koves welcome a special guest - actress Julia Macchio, who is the daughter of Ralph Macchio - AKA Daniel LaRusso in the Karate Kid & Cobra Kai. Julia discusses how she fell in love with singing & dancing at a young age, & how these passions led her to acting, & where she is today. Marty & Julia's father Ralph have been friends for over 30 years - Marty tells the stori