39: Sensei Ron Thomas A.K.A Bobby from The Karate Kid and Cobra Kai

About this episode

Sensei Ron Thomas discusses his role in The Karate Kid and Cobra Kai, shares insights on bullying, and reveals surprising perspectives on the characters.

Its the moment of truth this time on The Medley with our guest Sensei Ron Thomas best known for playing Bobby in The Karate Kid and Cobra Kai. He is now a motivational speaker and authour that has inspired many and wants to make it clear that bullying is not cool. Speaking of bullying, who was the real bully in The Karate Kid? Daniel or Johnny? Ron's answer will surprise you. [podchaser podcast verification code: i8XG6RgU6OdgW0my2RTD

People in this episode

Host: The Medley

Guest: Sensei Ron Thomas

Topics covered

• motivational speaking
• bullying
• The Karate Kid
• Cobra Kai
• inspiration

Keywords

• Sensei Ron Thomas
• The Karate Kid
• Cobra Kai
• bullying
• motivational speaker

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: The Karate Kid, Cobra Kai

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