The PROT3CT Podcast

By: Tim Larkin
  • Summary

  • Welcome to the PROTCT!Self-protection expert and founder of Target Focus Training (TFT), teaching realistic violence prevention and personal safety strategies for over 30 years.Former military intelligence officer with specialized training in close combat scenarios.This podcast offers practical self defense knowledge focused on understanding when violence is avoidable, unavoidable, and how to respond effectively.
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Episodes
  • #160 - The Elbow Strike Nobody Saw Coming (Until It Was Too Late)
    May 10 2025

    In today's analysis, I break down a textbook example of a devastatingly efficient elbow strike - and the potentially life-altering consequences that followed. Close-quarters combat presents unique challenges, but this footage demonstrates how proper body mechanics can generate fight-ending power even in confined spaces. The technical execution was flawless - the aftermath was anything but.

    What makes this video particularly valuable is seeing the preparation signals most people miss - the clenched fist, the weight shift, the timing selection. These are the subtle indicators that violence is imminent that could save your life in a real confrontation. But this analysis goes deeper than technique. I introduce you to my "Three-Day Rule" - would either of these young men, three days later, say this confrontation was worth potentially ending one life and destroying another? Absolutely not. When concrete walls and floors enter the equation, even "just a fight" can turn deadly in an instant.

    The environment matters as much as the technique. For a complete plan to minimize violence in your life, visit surviveviolence.com to access my 11-module program designed to protect you and your family from these situations entirely. Remember: The best self-defense isn't about having the perfect elbow strike - it's about never needing to use it.

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    5 mins
  • #159 - The Unforgiving Surface That's Often Overlooked
    May 9 2025

    In today's analysis, I examine a sobering reality that many overlook in self-protection: the planet itself is the ultimate impact weapon. This hallway footage shows what happens when wrestling or MMA techniques practiced on forgiving mats are applied on hard tile over concrete. The result was devastating - a slam that caused immediate unconsciousness followed by seizure-like symptoms indicative of serious brain trauma.

    What makes this footage particularly valuable from a self-protection standpoint is understanding the physics at work. When you drive someone's head into an unyielding surface, you're effectively using the largest club available - the Earth itself. The acceleration and sudden stop create trauma equivalent to a baseball bat strike to the head. These young men weren't trying to cause permanent damage - they were acting on testosterone, emotion, and techniques they've seen work safely in controlled environments.

    But concrete doesn't forgive like wrestling mats do, and one moment of rage may have permanently altered both their lives. From a survival perspective, this principle becomes critical knowledge. If violence is unavoidable and you're truly facing imminent grievous bodily harm, understanding how to use environmental surfaces can be life-saving. But this knowledge comes with tremendous responsibility, as the threshold for such techniques must be nothing short of preserving your life.

    For a comprehensive approach to avoiding violence while being prepared if it finds you, visit surviveviolence.com to access my 11-module program. Remember: The most effective self-protection tools are often hiding in plain sight.

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    4 mins
  • #158 - The Hard Lesson About Mouthing Off That Most Learn Too Late
    May 8 2025

    In today's world, too many people believe they can mouth off without consequences. This video breaks down the exact moment when antisocial aggression turns into asocial violence - and it happens faster than most realize. I've spent decades teaching self-protection, and this real-world example demonstrates why treating everyone with respect isn't just polite - it's survival intelligence. You never know who's capable of throwing that knockout punch.

    Watch as I break down the body language, the warning signs everyone missed, and the split-second decision that put this loudmouth on the pavement.

    This isn't about blame - it's about understanding the reality of human violence so you can protect yourself and your family. The "six seconds away from a shooting spree" mindset I teach has saved countless lives. It's not about fear - it's about awareness.

    Ready to develop a comprehensive self-protection plan? Visit surviveviolence.com for my 11-module program that gives you and your family the tools to stay safe in an increasingly unpredictable world. Remember: The best fight is the one you avoid completely.

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    4 mins

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