Winning Not Fighting Podcast

By: John Vincent & Sifu Julian Hitch
  • Summary

  • Winning Not Fighting draws on ancient Eastern wisdoms to provide a practical guide to success, contentment and wellbeing.


    Hosted by LEON founder John Vincent and Wing Tsun master Julian Hitch, Winning Not Fighting explores the lessons of the ancient martial art of Wing Tsun that sprung from the southern Shaolin Temple in China and was made famous by Bruce Lee.


    The result is a unique combination of business, philosophy, and martial arts that provides a holistic framework for self development.


    Wing Tsun – and therefore this podcast series - combines practical action with philosophy, and mind with body.


    In each episode, John and Julian interview and train friends and colleagues from the worlds of medicine and wellbeing, politics, the media, business and sport who can shed light on Wing Tsun's themes of mastery, staying relaxed, freedom and responsibility.


    Rather than seeing fighting as a prerequisite for achieving, this podcast suggests that, in fact, as soon as we fight, we lose.


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    John Vincent & Sifu Julian Hitch
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Episodes
  • Chinese New Year Special - Mastery and Transformation
    Jan 29 2025

    This week, join John and Julian for a special Chinese New Year episode of Winning Not Fighting


    We take a deep dive into the history, philosophy, and real-world impact of Wing Tsun Kung Fu, the ancient Chinese martial art that underpins Winning Not Fighting, from its origins in self-defence to its modern-day applications.


    You’ll learn how its approach to slowing-down time has transformed the way baristas at Leon work, how it enhances decision-making in high-pressure environments, and why Wing Tsun’s wisdoms are more relevant now than ever.


    AND we unveil Kwoon: John and Julian’s brand-new digital platform for sharing and preserving ancient and modern wisdoms. Julian takes us through what you can expect in the first course, an unprecedented introduction to the foundations of Wing Tsun.


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    2 hrs and 11 mins
  • Ep 12: Mastery and Staying Relaxed with Alex Talbot-Rice
    Jan 22 2025

    Imagine the profile of a typical artist. Now think again.


    This week, John and Julian speak with artist and painter Alex Talbot-Rice, a master of his craft. Together, they explore the art of staying relaxed, trusting your instincts, and creating opportunities being in flow.


    Alex’s path to artistic mastery has taken him from the prestigious halls of The Florence Academy of Art and The Repin Academy of Art to painting portraits for some of the world’s most iconic figures, including H.M. Queen Elizabeth II, H.R.H. The Duke of Edinburgh, and HH Pope Benedict XVI. But his story goes far beyond his accolades—it's one of passion, adventure, and transformation.


    In this episode, Alex shares the pivotal moments of his life: the lessons he’s learned through years of discipline, how he approaches his work with a unique blend of intuition and technique, and the unforgettable stories that have shaped his perspective. One story being about a life-or-death moment with the Taliban that redefined his understanding of humanity.


    This conversation is a treasure trove of wisdom and varied experience for anyone looking to create a purposeful and creative path in life.


    Whether you’re an artist or a seeker of mastery, Alex’s journey will show you how to harness your own flow, trust your inner compass, and seize the unexpected opportunities that life presents.


    Alex might not be what we think of when we think of an artist, but he has lived a life with art at the centre of everything he does.


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    1 hr and 47 mins
  • Ep 11: The 149 Effect- Practical Positivity with Steve Head
    Jan 14 2025

    This week, we spoke with Steve Head. And we enjoyed it very much.



    Steve is one of the most popular corporate, sports and performance coaches in the country. Loved by audiences - and by John and Julian.


    His story and his contribution to LEON features large in the Winning Not Fighting book.


    Steve provides one of the most down-to-earth, simple, practical and humorous guides to positivity you will ever enjoy.


    You’ll use his tools today and for the rest of your life.


    John credits Steve with a lot of Leon’s success and you’ll hear too how he helped the England Wheelchair Rugby team be world champions.


    Be ready to laugh a lot and set yourself up for a brighter future.


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    1 hr and 37 mins

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