I sit down with the man, the legend, Leon Brooks.  An Aikido Master, Sci-Fi Enthusiast, Professional Reenactor and Tallship Sailor; our discussion touches on African and African American maritime history, sea sickness, washing blood off decks, aikido, reenacting, Sci-fi, his first time being a "STARSHIP" captain with his crew, and more.                                      BONUS MATERIALS!!  (Pictures of Leon and things mentioned in the episode) at...  http://nknshow.com/

Intro/Ending Music: Many thanks to Riggy Rackin for allowing the use of music from his Nauticas album. The intro and ending themes are the sailor song "A Roving", specifically track 1.  Learn more or order his music at www.riggy.com 

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