Happy New Year! Happy first episode of the Kaizen Culture Pod for 2026!
We are buckling up for a big year, and what a way to kick it off with welcoming on to the board and team at Kaizen Culture, Michelle Wilson, also known as, Mish! We sit down and chat about what this year lies ahead for us and the broader Australian Karate community. We also get an insight to what drives Mish to be so involved and passionate in not only karate, but Australian sport in general. Mish has a wealth of experience working with many sports and nurturing their infrastructure, currently sitting on 5 boards including being a significant influence within UniSport Australia.

This year is all about growing Kaizen Culture, we are so excited to jump into another year with you all, and can’t wait to see what 2026 has in store!

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World Karate Cast kicks off 2026 with Maria Torres 🇪🇸, back to back Grand Winner of 2024 - 2025. In this episode, Maria breaks down the work behind her success, how she is approaching the new season, and the mindset required to stay on top. She shares her goals for the Karate World Cup, the European Karate Championships, and the challenge of defending her Grand Winner title on the Karate One Premier League. Full of insight, ambition, and championship focus, this episode sets the tone for the 2026 season.

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In Episode 8 of the World Karate Cast, we sit down with Douglas Brose — the most recognised Brazilian athlete in the history of karate and a true legend of the sport.

Douglas opens up about his incredible career at the highest level, sharing the experiences, challenges, and mindset that shaped his journey to the top. Beyond competition, he offers valuable insight into the evolution of karate, the role of athletes today, and his work as a member of the WKF Athletes Commission.

🎙️ Whether you’re on the tatami or supporting from the stands, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.


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