#189 How Does Martial Arts Lineage Impact You?

It is crucial for practitioners to track martial arts lineages. But how does it impact your training when it really matters? Tune in as MMA Coach Timothy Bruce, Kajukenbo Black Belt Mickey, and Angelo Ferrer delve into this topic.

#188 Pyramid Schemes and Martial Arts

Martial arts are invaluable for health and wellness. However, can your passion for it lead you into a pyramid scheme? Join martial arts instructors Claude Lawson, Kyle Rozewski, and Carlos De La Valle as they discuss the differences between a pyramid scheme and a successful martial arts program.

#187 The Streets vs MMA

The self-defense industry loves to use the streets as a way to gaslight people into training. But are they wrong? Should you train for the streets or combat sports? Join UFC Coach and Kajukenbo Black Belt John Hackleman and MMA Coach/ YouTuber Ramsey Dewey as they talk this out!

#186 How and Who Owns Gracie Jiu Jitsu?

Every martial art has a trademarked name controlled and appropriated by its founders. But who gets to dictate how and why someone can use that brand? Join Trademark Attorney and Martial Artist Anthony Miele as he explains the legalese behind martial arts branding.

Mental Health and BJJ

Everybody keeps talking about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and discussing its positive impact on fitness and mental well-being. But what's the science behind this trend? Join MMA Coach Will Deutschendorf and BJJ Coach Angelo Ferrer (M.S. Psych) for a discussion on the mental health benefits of martial arts.

Should Judo Honor BJJ Ranks?

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu was originally derived from Judo. But as time passed they grew to have very different sports applications. As of right now, some associations are honoring ranks for both styles. But to what degree should this be allowed? Join Judo Coach Barron Shepherd and BJJ Coach Andrew Kinchen as they break this down for us. Check out Andrew and Barrons programs here:

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#183 Top 5 Martial Arts Books

You are what you eat. You also are what you read. What books do black belts read to dedicate themselves to a lifetime of martial arts? Join a panel of 5 black belts from different styles. As they share what their top 5 martial arts books are!

Episode notes: This is karate - Mas oyama Bartitsu compendium - Edward B Wright Tao of Jeet Kune Do - Bruce less Defendu - WE fairbairn Dragon ball manga - akira toriyama How to Deal with Toxic People - by Gregory Jantz When Violence is the Answer - by Tim Larkin The Unthinkable - by Amanda Ripley Can't Hurt Me - by David Goggins "YOU" The Owners Manual - by Dr. Mehmet Oz By the Sword: A History of Gladiators, Musketeers, Samurai, Swashbucklers, and Olympic Champions; 10th anniversary edition (Modern Library Paperbacks) https://a.co/d/9KfhDVQ The Official Rock Paper Scissors Strategy Guide https://a.co/d/hLzCOzC Muhammad Ali Handbook https://a.co/d/iM733cU Small-Circle Jujitsu https://a.co/d/dB0kKzO Higher Judo: Groundwork https://a.co/d/7g1dbVN https://www.amazon.com/Sabaki-Method-Karate-Inner-Circle/dp/1883319749https://www.amazon.com/Jiu-Jitsu-Unleashed-Comprehensive-Hottest-Discipline/dp/B001W56L0K https://www.amazon.com/Jiu-Jitsu-Unleashed-Comprehensive-Hottest-Discipline/dp/B001W56L0K https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/tao-of-jeet-kune-do_bruce-lee/247020/item/1342456/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_everything_else&utm_adgroup=&utm_term=&utm_content=509967659940&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_sq2BhCUARIsAIVqmQsu_ft4GW3JB29zhh_tRNq9xJuLFHEidMOxREkKnDUvE8KwClYbAVkaAj_PEALw_wcB#idiq=1342456&edition=1898409 https://www.amazon.com/Musashis-Book-Five-Rings-Interpretation/dp/0804835209/ref=asc_df_0804835209/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=693283435908&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=11291251273545447864&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9198748&hvtargid=pla-525922223223&psc=1&mcid=b08d8e82cc483afd9da1e03fb3a7b84c https://www.shambhala.com/the-art-of-war-158.html