As with a number of our guests, it was from a news article that we first learned of Mestre Efraim Silva. Native to Brazil, Mestre Silva has been living in Connecticut for a number of years and has been spreading Capoeira throughout New England via his school. It took us some time to find a day to record as he's very much in demand teaching seminars throughout the United States. It was, to be blunt, very much worth the wait. Mestre Efraim talks of his early challenges in Brazil, his struggles to open a school here in the US and the positive changes he has had in the lives of his students. It's a powerful episode and one that may leave you feeling inspired and, at times, overwhelmed. It certainly did for me. Enjoy. ~jeremy Today's featured product is our full line of things to go on your head. Winter hats, ball caps - there's something for everyone. You can check out all of our hats at whistlekick.com   For full show notes and other episodes please visit: http://www.whistlekickmartialartsradio.com/116-efraim-silva/