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Ryan Stride interviews actor and martial artist super star Loren Avedon  Loren Avedon is an actor who has earned a loyal following of action fans for his work in martial art films such as No Retreat No Surrender 2, No Retreat No Surrender 3: Blood Brothers and King of the Kickboxers. Born and raised in California, this talented martial artist has impressed movie watchers all over the world with his super fast high kicks, flexibility and impressive stunts. Loren has acted alongside some well-known martial artists including Matthias Hues, Billy Blanks, Cynthia Rothrock, Keith Cooke, Olivier Gruner and Sammo Hung. A high ranking Black Belt who has been training in the martial arts for 40 years with years of experience in Tae Kwon Do and Hapkido, Loren even trained at the school of Simon Rhee and Philip Rhee who both starred in the film Best of the Best. Loren recently featured in actor Scott Adkin's excellent show on YouTube, The Art Of Action, and kindly agreed to do this interview for The Peace Dimension. In it, he discusses what it takes to develop the flexibility of a master kicker, his memorable fights scenes and other anecdotes from working in the film industry. Ryan Stride interviews skilled illustrator, Mary Jane Begin  Mary Jane Begin is a wonderful illustrator and a professor at The Rhode Island School of Design, where she has taught for over 28 years. Originally from Rhode Island , Mary Jane has been able to use her artistic talents in various areas from advertising to education. Her clients include Disney, Hasbro, Celestial Seasonings and Mead Johnson. With an innate, vibrant ability to use colour, she brings a magical touch to her illustrations. She has a gentle ability to share profound insights useful to her students and others. This can be seen in Mary Jane's beautiful picture books for children which include: My Little Pony, Under the Sparkling Sea and Dragons on Dazzle Island as well as A Mouse Told His Mother and R is for Rhode Island Red. Her latest book, Ping Meets Pang, will be available in Fall of 2021. Ryan Stride interviews actor, body builder and martial artist Matthias Hues 
Originally from Germany, he has starred in over 70 movies, playing both heroes and villains with a natural ease. When Matthias Hues moved to LA, and joined the famous mecca of bodybuilding, Gold's Gym it is no surprise that his imposing physique, Track and Field background and martial art skills led him to a career in front of the camera. In 1987, Matthias was cast to be Jean Claude Van Damme's replacement in No Retreat No Surrender 2. Since that memorable performance as the main villain, he's played everything from a Klingon general in Star Trek VI The Undiscovered Country, to an intergalactic alien criminal, opposite Dolph Lundgren in Dark Angel and a fighter in KickBoxer 2: The Road Back. Using his black belt in Tae Kwon Do and Kickboxing skills, he has performed in action packed fight scenes opposite the likes of martial art stars like Billy Blanks, Bolo Yeung and Don Wilson. In addition, he has written several movie scripts and continues to train and keep strong. Peeling back the layers...  In this second part of Ryan's interview with fast rising star Amy Walker, she shares more about her amazing accent skills; what it was like to record with singer Jack White, and the services provided by 21Accents.com. To The Peace Dimension, Amy is a soul who works from the heart and generously shares from the heart. In this second part, she also talks profoundly about going through testing times; frequency, perceiving fear and the lightness of being. Ryan Stride interviews actress, singer and accent specialist - the amazing Amy Walker  Amy Walker is an award-winning actress, writer, singer/songwriter and producer, who is famous for her amazing mastery of a multitude of dialects and singing styles, which she has showcased on her YouTube channel. All over the globe, her one-woman comedy shows have been really successful and earned her many fans. As an actress, she has won various awards, both on TV and on the stage, where she has portrayed many interesting and unique characters. She's also voiced characters in video games and performed live with Jeff Goldblum and made a record with legendary performing artist Jack White for his Third Man Records. Amy founded www.21Accents.com where she shares her passion and unique method of coaching, empowering the next generation of people wishing to learn how to develop their singing, acting and speaking skills. Ryan Stride interviews fight coordinator, stuntman and director Olivier Schneider  Our next interview is with Olivier Schneider, a man who has appeared in over a hundred films, but you may not recognise his face, as he's been the stunt double for many Hollywood A-listers. After revitalising the tired action film genre with his direct, action packed fight scenes in Taken, he was chosen as the stunt coordinator for the James Bond film, Spectre. A man who in front of camera has exchanged blows with many well-known stars. He has worked with Jackie Chan, Denzel Washington, Liam Neeson, Dwayne Johnson, Dave Bautista and Daniel Craig. As well as this, he has also co-directed the 10-episode series Playground and worked on motion capture for video games such as Star Wars Battlefront: Renegade Squadron. He has also set up U-Men Stunt, a team of elite stunt doubles, specialising in all aspects of production, from writing and choreography to the editing of scenes. Ryan Stride interviews legendary actor, director and CEO Bill Duke  On screen, he is a commanding actor that has gone up against The Predator, he faced off mano a mano against Arnold Schwarzenegger's Commando character and acted alongside Mel Gibson in Bird on a Wire. He is Bill Duke. As an actor, he is known for his distinct presence, but there are many other talents to this iconic figure. Bill is a successful director, screenwriter, producer, and author. Not one to rest on his success, he has also contributed to society through philanthropy work and activism. On top of this, he is the CEO of Duke Media Foundation which mentors inner-city youths, preparing them for life, with practical educational skills.  Ryan Stride interviews former Harlem Globetrotter, author, speaker and philanthropist Herbert 'Flight Time' Lang.  He is a former Harlem Globetrotter, an author, a motivational speaker and a contestant in The Amazing Race. He is Herbert 'Flight Time' Lang. A man from who has travelled the world wowing everybody, from Presidents to Popes, with his amazing skills. He received various sporting honours in high school; he then excelled at Centenary College, where he continued to display his high-flying mastery of the court. He participated and won the College Slam Dunk Contest, earning him an invite to the Globetrotter's training camp in 1999. After eighteen years, travelling the planet as a Globetrotter, he announced his retirement but continues to dedicate his time to giving back to the world, using motivational speaking and outreach programs. Ryan Stride interviews writer, director and self shooting producer Marty Stalker 
Marty Stalker is a driven and perceptive creative professional, making his mark in the world of film, television and documentary making. Originally from Liverpool, and now living in Belfast, Marty is a writer, director and a self shooting producer who has worked on thought provoking television shows and visceral documentaries. He is famous for being the director of an intense documentary about the late Roman Catholic Priest, exorcist and author Malachi Martin and he has a distinct ability to convey to audiences unique experiences and life's diverse dimensions. He continues his work in different aspects of filming through his production company Scattered Images. Marty Stalker is a name that may well be circulating around Hollywood very soon. An interview with actress and musician Helen Slater by Ryan Stride  She is an actress, singer, songwriter and the original Supergirl. Having made her film debut as Supergirl, Helen's acting career literally took off, playing roles starring alongside film greats such as Bette Midler, Danny DeVito & Michael J Fox. She has also had a successful television career, appearing in Seinfeld, Smallville, Agent X, Grey's Anatomy and CSI:NY. In addition to her piano and her song writing skills, she is also a classically trained singer who has recorded 5 albums interweaving mythology, folk and jazz. She has also written a musical and is the co-founder of the New York-based Theater group, The Naked Angels. A talented creative soul, a spiritual artist and a mother- it is a pleasure to present this interview with the iconic Helen Slater... Insights on endurance, pushing through fear and finding peace. 
An interview with former Royal Marine and Podcast host Chris Thrall by Ryan Stride With great pleasure I’d like to introduce this interview with former Royal Marines Commando, adventurer, ultra-marathon runner & philanthropist, Chris Thrall. A man with a good mission for humanity, who has spoken candidly about surviving adversity and turning dark times into positive action. An adventurer across seven continents, who has raised awareness and money for several good causes. As well as being a prolific YouTuber and Podcast host, Chris has a degree in youth and community work and a life-changing motivational speaker. He is also the author of 5 books. Chris' path to peace has at times been edgy and difficult but with true spirit he is keen to share his lessons with others who might be struggling and promote the power of peace. Lessons from a master screenwriting and acting coach  Ryan Stride interviews Brian Herskowitz Our next interview is with LA-based film producer, director, scriptwriter and best-selling author, Brian Herskowitz. He started his career in the industry as an actor but quickly directed his energy and passion into writing scripts for too many television shows and feature films to mention. He is the Chief Creative Officer at Crypto Film Fund, an investment platform that allows anybody to participate in the funding in the entertainment industry and is the lead faculty in screenwriting for the Boston University in Los Angeles 'The Writer in Hollywood' program. He is also a black belt in the gentle art of Judo and has been a very successful competitor in this tough sport. Ryan Stride interviews Jan Barley an amazing Neurocoach, copy writer and profound mentor.  2020 is a year that will inevitably change the way a lot of people work and the way a lot of companies perform. Now I have asked Jan Barley to do this interview as I feel she can share something really helpful to people who run businesses and are now concerned about ways forward during and beyond the pandemic. Jan is a multi-talented life coach with experience in Neuroscience, Neuroeconomics, and stress management. Jan definitely has a message to share perhaps now more than ever before so it is a pleasure to present this interview with her. Insights on Shamanic Druidry, meditation and Celtic traditions 
An interview with Aindriú Peers by Ryan Stride Our next interview is with the founder of The Order of The Longing Look: Aindriú Peers. Aindriú is a shamanic guide and author who has spent many years committed to old spiritual traditions and meditation practices. He has vast experience of several or more Buddhist meditation paths and has gone on to connect deeply with old Celtic wisdom. This gives him a unique perspective from which to share his soulful insights. In earlier years he also spent a great deal of time as a Trappist monk. So we are truly honoured to have Aindriú come and share with us here and reveal more about these mystical realms.  Many of my friends have reached out to me, as they have been struggling to find positives during this difficult times. So, I've decided to share an excerpt from my book 'The Peace Dimension: Ten meditations for testing times' in order to help those seeking a light at the end of the tunnel.
 When we are living in testing times, we need ways of letting go of worries. We need methods of nurturing our life force. We need to raise our courage levels and expand our creative mindset. Once we enter The Peace Dimension, we can access that higher frequency of potential. We can transform our lives and find our inner peace.
Available on Amazon.com and Amazon.co.uk  An interview with Loris Holland by Ryan Stride Our next interview is with multiple Daytime Emmy and Grammy award winning composer, keyboardist, writer and singer: Loris Holland. An amazingly talented, genre-defying musician who has worked with a veritable who’s who of household names from Aretha Franklin to Rita Ora. He has also escaped the confines of commercial music, distilling his 30 year musical journey into The TomorrowBand, a personal project combining poetry, music and short films, which embodies his personal vision of world peace. Recently Loris released the song My Brother’s Keeper, a touching tribute to the essential workers who are risking their lives on a daily basis as the world faces this pandemic. |
AuthorBorn in London, England, Ryan wishes to share with people how the mystical can be found in the moment, allowing great things to happen. Ryan is also a writer and social commentator who is currently working on a script and several new book titles. ArchivesCategories |
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