236-The Future of Kajukenbo

In this episode of Social Gello with Angelo, I sit down with Joseph Bautista, a true generational Kajukenbo practitioner who comes from a long line of martial artists. Joseph’s background is unique—he’s worked with KSDI, the Gaylord Association, and has trained with several other Kajukenbo branches. We talk about what it means to grow up “in between” different Kajukenbo families and how that perspective gives him a broader view of the art’s evolution. From there, we get into the real talk—what went down at the KSDI Tournament, why turnout numbers have changed, and what the community can do to bring Kajukenbo back into the spotlight. Joseph shares ideas on how we can make Kajukenbo a household name again—through unity, visibility, and the kind of collaboration that stays true to the roots while moving the art forward. If you care about where Kajukenbo’s been and where it’s heading, this is one you don’t want to miss.