In 1990, I was one of the founders of the Skeptical Inquirers of New England and served as their first Investigations Officer and Legal Officer.
In 1991, having studied martial arts since a child, I became the Founder and Chief Instructor of Black Sword Aikido, which combines Japanese and Chinese fighting arts with meditation, breathing exercises and the study of philosophy. It's a pain-compliance art, with many joint locks, throws, and pins.
I have published and lectured in the areas of law, mediation, comparative religion, martial arts, and magic.