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Pretty Deadly PodcastA podcast about realistic self defense for women. Author: Pretty Deadly Self Defense
A podcast about realistic self defense for women. Hosted by Pretty Deadly founder Susie Kahlich and women from around the world, we're addressing common misconceptions about self defense, why we think self defense should be part of self care, and sharing tips, tricks and stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Mental Health, True Crime Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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S9 Episode 138: Fists and Featherdusters | Pretty Deadly Podcast
Episode 138
Thursday, 8 May, 2025
Can cleaning your living room teach you self-defense? In this episode, Susie Kahlich walks us through everyday household tasks—throwing toys, dusting, vacuuming—and reveals how these ordinary movements are secretly self-defense techniques in disguise.Highlights:● How side-arm throws build reflexes for real-world defense● Why feather dusters and vacuum handles are stealth training tools● The martial arts wisdom hidden in “wax on, wax off”Timestamps:00:51 – Toy Tossing as Throwing Practice03:41 – Why Side Throws Matter in Self-Defense04:46 – Frisbees, Records, and Shuriken Energy06:24 – Weaponizing Books and Magazines07:57 – Dusting as Blade Training (Shuto Strikes)11:02 – Wax On, Wax Off (Window Cleaning = Defensive Blocks)12:16 – Vacuuming and Syncing Movement with PowerListen / Watch:🎧 Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Acast📺 YouTube: Pretty Deadly Self DefenseSubscribe for more:📰 Substack: Pretty Deadly News🔔 Follow Pretty Deadly Self Defense for more self-defense tips, solo travel advice, and badassery.Have fun. Make friends. Kick ass. 💪💜#SelfDefense #PrettyDeadly #WomensSelfDefense #SoloTravel #SelfDefenseTips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.













