The Nucleus Initiative

28/12/2025

IG LIVE w/

In our 2nd IG Live, Instructor Vincent Benitez dives into the cinematic allure of Jeet Kune Do and the hidden dangers that come with it. He breaks down why the "true" art of JKD can never be fully captured on social media and answers three particular questions from The Nucleus Initiative Podcast community.

Announcements:
- 3rd Jeet Kune Do Camp Poland w/ Sifu Richard Torres
- Nirvana Jeet Kune Do Society Retreat 2026 w/ Sifu Jesse Ohliger
- Chemical X, Tour Dates
- Jack Romano, January 2026 performance
- Iron Garden Clothing Co., Faith Based Clothing
- Fist Of Interception Institute 10 Year Anniversary

IG HANDLE: DATE of IG LIVE: 12/20/2025*EDITED VERSION 39 Mins 36 Sec**Original Version: 1 Hour 4 MinsIn our 2nd IG Live, Instru...

25/12/2025

Merry Christmas!

From all of us at the Nucleus Initiative Podcast and on behalf of our podcast host, Vincent Benitez, have a great holiday!

🎅🏽

01/12/2025

IG LIVE

Our very own podcast host, Vincent Benitez, will be holding his annual IG LIVE this month!

Topics of Discussion
- How To Define Jeet Kune Do
- Q&A (Chats and Emails)
- Announcements

🗓️ SUNDAY DECEMBER 14
🕐 1PM | 13:00
🧭 Eastern Standard Time, EST

*Send your questions to be answered on IG LIVE
✉️ [email protected]

27/11/2025

Happy 85th Birthday, Bruce Lee

🥳

24/11/2025

It's been 15 years since you passed on.

Rest in peace, Sigung Ted Wong

22/11/2025

Sharon Tate and Nancy Kwan
Bruce Lee as the action choreographer

On the set of "The Wrecking Crew" 1968

05/11/2025

Happy Birthday, Sigung Ted Wong

Today, he would have been 88 years old.
You are dearly missed.

01/11/2025

"The Martial Athlete" ft. Octavio Quintero

Vincent Benitez interviews Jeet Kune Do instructor, Octavio Quintero, about the art's core philosophy. Drawing directly from his influential mentors, Jerry Poteet and Steve Golden, Quintero delivers expert insights into JKD's principles.

The discussion zeroes in on self-expression, the necessity of adapting the art to the individual, and the pursuit of greater efficiency through constant skill refinement.

Now streaming on ALL platforms!

29/10/2025

It was a massive honor to sit down with one of the world's top Jeet Kune Do instructors...

Octavio Quintero!

We didn't talk about technique—we dove into the core principles and philosophy of JKD, discussed the insights from his teachers Jerry Poteet and Steve Golden, and got his honest take on navigating today's confusing world of online social media "debates."

Episode drops
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 1 at 3PM EST

Releasing on ALL streaming platforms.

24/10/2025

We received word that JKD instructor of the JKD Wednesday Night Group, Tim Tackett, had passed away this morning.

Condolences to his family, friends, and students.

Rest in peace, Tim.

24/09/2025

Bruce Lee and James Francisus

On the set of "Longstreet" 1971

20/09/2025

Jun Fan Gung Fu Institute

Los Angeles 1960s