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Old School Jiu-Jitsu vs New School Jiu-JItsu

Jiu-Jitsu is argued to be unequivocally the most popular martial art for self-defense. But what is going on with New School Jiu-Jitsu? Join Kau’ilani Morehead (MMA Coach, BJJ Black Belt, Kajukenbo Black Belt) as he breaks down the difference between old-school and new-school jiu-jitsu.

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Shaolin Kempo and the Lost Branch of Karazempo

Join Kempo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu instructor Andy Henson as he shares the story of his relation to Shaolin Kempo and Karazempo. As well as some fun stories of overnight 10th-degree Grand Masters that went to China. This and more on this episode of Social Gelo with Angelo.

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#164 What does Martial Arts Lineage do for you?

From Gracie Jiu-Jitsu to Jeet Keendo Bruce Lee to Kajukenbo Adriano Emperado. Any style of martial arts will swear that lineage is important. But why? Join Kajukenbo Black Belts Weston Simonis, Timothy Bruce and Angelo Ferrer as they break down this topic.

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#163 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu vs Karate

Find out why Jiu-Jitsu is not dead and why Karate did so badly in the early UFC. You would think people are done talking about this. But they are not! So join MMA Coach and Kajukenbo Black Belt Sonny Ramos and Kajukenbo Black Belt Claude Lawson as they share their experiences with Karate and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

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#162 How was Kajukenbo Founded Really?

Join KSDI Historian Mitch Powell as he uses historical documents and references to share never-before-heard Kajukenbo history. Who came up with the name Kajuekenbo? Were they really all black belts when it was founded? How old were they? These and more questions are answered in this episode.

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#161 Kata vs Bullshido

There is a trend in modern martial arts with Young Adults feeling that some traditions should be thrown out for effectiveness. Why? Join Kajukenbo instructors Claude Lawson ( BJJ Black Belt), Mickey Lopez (Boxing Coach), and Angelo Ferrer (MMA Coach) as they discuss this topic.

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