In this heartfelt and historic episode, Great Grandmaster Ernie Reyes Sr. joins Dr. Jessie Bowen to share powerful stories from his remarkable martial arts journey, reflect on the passing of his dear friend and partner Tony Thompson, and celebrate his own induction into the AMAA Metaverse Museum.
Grandmaster Reyes opens up about his decades of accomplishments in martial arts, film, and teaching, while honoring Tony’s legacy as a pioneer, teammate, and brother in arms. Listeners will gain rare insight into the bond between martial artists who built a movement together, inspiring generations around the world.
The episode also shines a spotlight on his AMAA Metaverse Museum induction — an innovative, first-of-its-kind virtual experience preserving the stories, photos, and videos of legendary martial artists for future generations.
💻 Take a virtual tour of the AMAA Metaverse Museum: https://www.whoswhointhemartialarts.com/whoswhomuseum
🎯 Highlights of this episode:
Ernie Reyes Sr.’s reflections on a lifetime of martial arts excellence
Personal memories of Tony Thompson’s friendship, partnership, and impact
The meaning of being honored in the AMAA Metaverse Museum
Thoughts on the future of martial arts legacy preservation
📅 Don't forget to book your dinner reservations for the 2025 Who’s Who in the Martial Arts Hall of Honors — August 29–30 at the Orleans Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas, NV.
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