Jiu-Jitsu Times

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Should Cops Learn BJJ? (Ft. BJJ Black Belt and Police Officer Freddy Trillo) Jun 20, 2020

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WARNING: This episode features discussions of police brutality and racial discrimination. Viewer discretion is advised. In light of the recent protests against police brutality beginning with the murder of George Floyd, many have questioned if increased unarmed combat training could have any positive impact on law enforcement in America. Freddy talks about his decades in the force as well as on the mats, and he grants us valuable insight into what officers are lacking in this country.

Billy Quarantillo's Road From The Ultimate Fighter To The UFC Jun 15, 2020

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Fellow No Judges Needed athlete and UFC freshman Billy Quarantillo stopped by to talk life in Buffalo, his time on The Ultimate Fighter, and how it feels to make it to the big dance of professional MMA.

How BJJ Can Help Combat Veterans Reacclimate Jun 11, 2020

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Today we're joined by Air Force Veteran and VP of the We Defy Foundation TJ Kreutzer alongside behavioral scientist Dr Gino Collura to discuss the positive effects BJJ can have on soldiers returning home from combat. More info on the We Defy Foundation can be found here:https://www.wedefyfoundation.org/

Kurt Osiander Talks "Move of the Week" and His Break From Ralph Gracie Jun 10, 2020

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In easily our most off color, profanity-riddled and disgraceful episode, legendary BJJ instructor Kurt Osiander stops by to talk about the wild journey his life has taken. From pioneering online BJJ instructionals to his controversial fallout with Ralph Gracie, Kurt has done more living in a single day than most do in a hundred years. Mom, Mrs.Gallagher, please for the love of God skip this episode.

Ex-Ronda Rousey Coach Gokor Chivichyan on "Letting Your Students Go" Jun 03, 2020

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Kevins B+G sit down with sambo champion and legendary MMA coach Gokor Chivichyan to discuss being cut from UFC 1, grappling in MMA, and what happens when a famous students leaves your gym.

Vagner Roacha Talks Combat Jiu-Jitsu, Kicking AJ Agazarm, and Facing Craig Jones At SUG 14 May 30, 2020

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Ahead of Submission Underground 14, Vagner Rocha joins the show to talk up his main event match against Australian phenom Craig Jones. We also discuss getting rough with a certain Gracie Barra black belt, and how it feels to slap people.

Submission Underground Matchmaker Heather Standing Talks SUG 14 and Bending the Rules May 28, 2020

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Submission Underground Matchmaker Heather Standing Talks SUG 14 and Bending the Rules more info: https://www.jiujitsutimes.com/

The Origins Of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu With Robert Drysdale May 20, 2020

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The brothers Kevin are joined by BJJ legend and all around braniac Robert Drysdale to discuss his upcoming documentary "Closed Guard." We go over the secret origins of BJJ, how it feels to be smart, and what the illustrious Gracie family is like behind closed doors. You can find out more regarding the movie release date on their social media here: https://www.instagram.com/closedguard...

The Storied Career of UFC Lightweight Joe Lauzon May 18, 2020

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The Storied Career of UFC Lightweight Joe Lauzonhttps://www.jiujitsutimes.com/joe-lauzon-in-mma-theres-no-points-for-passing-the-guard/

UFC 249 Breakdown With ESPN Reporter Laura Sanko May 15, 2020

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UFC 249 Breakdown With ESPN Reporter Laura Sanko more info: https://www.jiujitsutimes.com/ufc-249-breakdown-with-espn-reporter-laura-sanko/