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Episode 445 - Richard Bresler

Episode 445 - Richard Bresler

From The BJJ Fanatics Podcast

December 16, 2020 · 2:28:32 · E445

The first American to train BJJ, Richard Bresler joins the show to talk about finding the art in the 70's and how it helped him overcome addiction. He also talks about the Gracie Garage, challenge matches, self defense and the birth of the UFC.

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