Practical Defense
A practical approach to staying safe in our increasingly dangerous urban environments. Learn simple strategies and everyday habits from Alex Haddox that will help protect you and your loved ones from harm. Hear interviews with experts on the criminal mind and listen to stories directly from real victims. When you understand what a criminal looks for in a target, you can avoid taking on those characteristics and thus escape selection.

Quick Tip of the Week - Pumping Gas
Always keep your awareness keen and options open, even while you are doing something as common as pumping gas.

(c) 2009 Palladium Education, Inc.

Links:

Raising Awareness
A monthly column by Alex Haddox on TaeKwonDoTimes.com.

Alex Haddox on Facebook
Alex Haddox Facebook Fan Page

Alex Haddox Personal Protection Training
Official Alex Haddox web site

Direct download: Practical_Defense_-_Episode_82_QT.mp3
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Walking Down the Street - This week we discuss some suggestions on how to hone your awareness skills to help keep your neighborhood strolls pleasant. There are a few techniques that anyone can use to enhance awareness and increase personal safety. We also touch on criminal foot surveillance.

(c) 2009 Palladium Education, Inc.

Links:

Raising Awareness
A monthly column by Alex Haddox on TaeKwonDoTimes.com.

Practical Defense on Facebook
Practical Defense Facebook Fan Page. Get the latest updates on the show and other projects.

Alex Haddox Personal Protection Training
Official Alex Haddox web site

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Practical Defense Podcast on Zune Social
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Martial Art Masters of Texas
A live Internet radio show and podcast hosted by Master Steve Pinder.

Direct download: Practical_Defense_-_Episode_81.mp3
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Quick Tip of the Week - Look to the Waistband
This quick tip is about honing your awareness and making a few specific observations during the pre-conflict stage. 90% of weapons are carried at the waist.

(c) 2009 Palladium Education, Inc.

Links:

Alex Haddox Personal Protection Training
Official Alex Haddox web site

Raising Awareness
A monthly column by Alex Haddox on TaeKwonDoTimes.com.

Alex Haddox on Facebook
Alex Haddox Facebook Fan Page

Direct download: Practical_Defense_-_Episode_80_QT.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:01 AM

Shooting Survival Tips (Active Shooter) - This week we cover some tips on surviving a shooting at your school, office or other building. We cover the goals of an Active Shooter, the police response and tips that will hopefully help you survive an attack.

(c) 2009 Palladium Education, Inc.

Links:

Raising Awareness
A monthly column by Alex Haddox on TaeKwonDoTimes.com.

Alex Haddox on Facebook
Alex Haddox Facebook Fan Page

Alex Haddox Personal Protection Training
Official Alex Haddox web site

Direct download: Practical_Defense_-_Episode_79.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:01 AM

Quick Tip of the Week - Travel Lightly
When you head out for a night on the town, bring only the minimum of what you will need for the evening.

(c) 2009 Palladium Education, Inc.

Links:

Raising Awareness
A monthly column by Alex Haddox on TaeKwonDoTimes.com.

Alex Haddox on Facebook
Alex Haddox Facebook Fan Page

Alex Haddox Personal Protection Training
Official Alex Haddox web site

Direct download: Practical_Defense_-_Episode_78_QT.mp3
Category: podcasts -- posted at: 1:01 AM