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In this episode, Steve Kwan sits down with journalist Michael Colborne of Bellingcat to expose how far-right movements use aesthetics and martial arts culture to recruit young men. They discuss the origins of the “active club” network, the rise of far-right fashion and fitness subcultures, and how hate groups weaponize masculinity and community to spread extremism. Michael also shares how visual literacy can help parents, coaches, and martial artists identify warning signs and resist radicalization within their own gyms. 🔗 Links Mentioned: • Michael Colborne’s work — https://www.bellingcat.com/ ⸻ 👥 Featuring: Steve Kwan — @BJJMentalModels Michael Colborne — https://colborne.bsky.social/ ⸻ 🧠 Topics Discussed: • How “active clubs” exploit MMA and gym culture • The far-right’s obsession with aesthetics and branding • Recognizing coded extremist symbols and fashion • How online propaganda turns into real-world violence • What parents and coaches can do to push back ⸻ 📖 Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 03:00 What Are Active Clubs? 10:00 The Three F’s: Fashion, Fitness, Fighting 18:00 Symbols, Codes, and Far-Right Aesthetics 28:00 How Hate Groups Recruit 38:00 Warning Signs for Parents and Coaches 53:00 Countering Radicalization in Martial Arts 01:07:00 Humor, Awareness, and Pushing Back

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Black belt ceremony from Sunday Oct 26th.

Black belt ceremony from Sunday Oct 26th.

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Chewy and Eugene share 10 ideas on why you should master defense and escapes in BJJ. Here are the ideas we discussed: 1. To escape effectively, you will have less fear and worries on the mat. 2. When you become skilled defensively, you can become more aggressive with your offense. 3. Increased efficiency on the mats. 4. When you avoid training escapes then you turn into a grappler with a "glass jaw." 5. When you develop a strong defensive game, your submissions improve dramatically. 6. You get injured less when you have a good understanding of defense. 7. You can tire out your opponent more easily. 8. You will be able to weather the storm against younger and more athletic grapplers. 9. Grappling becomes more fun. 10. If you're a competitor, it gets more difficult to get scored on. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Check out "Athlethc" at https://athlethc.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of your order of hemp-derived THC performance mints. Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to **https://bit.ly/chewjitsu30** and use the promo code Chewjitsu30 to get 30% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://epicrollbjj.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

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How to easily introduce a drop Seoi Nage to a 3 year old. Comprehension, body awareness and spatial coordination all once. #bjj #kidsclasses #jiujitsu #brazilianjujitsu #grappling #judo #wrestling #selfdefense #antibullying #minnesota #minnegrappler #minneapolis #saintpaul #mendotaheights #twincities #familyactivities #fightlikeagirl #independentplay #educationalprograms

Drop Seoi Nage Adding our game called Judo Bowling where kids are learning how to position themselves and move their body into a kneeling stance to finish the drop Seoi Nage moving their arms in order to throw their opponents over their shoulder. Also as they continue to practice the full move with partners they’re reinforcing the movements guiding themselves with the tape on the mats. Super fun way of playing and learning. Even Coach Lily had fun during the Judo Bowling. #bjj #independentplay #jiujitsu #jiujitsufamily #kidsclasses #kidsactivities #familyactivities #judo #martialarts #grappling #haus021 #haus021us #twincities #minneapolis #saintpaul #mendotaheights #woodbury #fujimats #fujisports #fun #bowling #judobowling

From the small town of Rio Claro, Brazil, to the top of the Jiu Jitsu world, Champions in the Sport documents the extraordinary journey of brothers Rafael and Gui Mendes - two athletes who redefined what it means to be champions both on and off the mats. The episode explores their beginnings in the sport, their rise through the ranks to become multiple-time world champions, and the founding of Art of Jiu Jitsu, a global brand that has impacted the next generation of athletes. A story of discipline, vision, and transformation, Champions in the Sport captures an exclusive look into two of the sport's most influential athletes.

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In this episode of Fighting Matters, Steve Kwan sits down with UK political video essayist JimmyTheGiant and Truth Collective founder Chris Ingram to unpack how billionaire networks, social media algorithms, and post-truth politics are reshaping democracy across the globe. Links mentioned: • JimmyTheGiant on YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/@JimmyTheGiant • The Truth Collective — https://truthcollective.global • BJJ Mental Models — https://bjjmentalmodels.com ⸻ 👥 Featuring: Steve Kwan — @BJJMentalModels JimmyTheGiant — @JimmyTheGiant Chris Ingram — The Truth Collective ⸻ 🧠 Topics Discussed: • How online radicalization targets young men • The billionaire networks funding global disinformation • Project 2025 and the “post-truth” political era • The rise of rent-seeking capitalism and tech feudalism • Why social isolation fuels extremism • How independent media can fight back ⸻ 📖 Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 02:00 Jimmy’s journey out of the alt-right pipeline 09:30 How billionaires weaponized media and politics 18:00 The global export of MAGA conservatism 30:00 Why fascism is resurging worldwide 43:00 The tech economy, AI, and rent-seeking capitalism 56:00 How misinformation thrives in the attention economy 1:10:00 Rebuilding truth through independent media 1:23:00 Closing thoughts and next steps

🎥 LIVE on SA Living! Today, we had the honor of being featured on SA Living with Professor Diego Gamonal — right here at Brazilian Top Team Headquarters 🥋🔥 An incredible moment to share our passion for Jiu-Jitsu, self-defense, and the strong community we’ve built. 🙌 Thank you SA Living for visiting our gym and showcasing what makes BTT special. 💪 #SALiving #BrazilianTopTeam #DiegoGamonal #BTTTexas #JiuJitsu #SelfDefense #SanAntonio #MartialArts #Community #LiveInterview 📍5345 Glen Ridge Dr, San Antonio TX 78229 👉 www.bttsa.com

Renowned BJJ blackbelt Roy Dean came onto The Strenuous Life Podcast to talk about his research into how BJJ got started in North America, martial arts culture in Japan, the power of Judo in self defense situations, the importance of role models in shaping one's conception of masculinitym and more. If you get a chance, please give this show a rating in Spotify or Apple Podcasts. That *really* helps! Also, you can order Roy's new book "Groundswell" here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bjjpioneers/groundswell-the-rise-of-brazilian-jiu-jitsu-in-america And check out "The Kimura Roadmap" here: https://www.grapplearts.com/kimura Cheers, Stephan Kesting

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During the filming of the Carlos Maia docuseries, the cameras kept rolling after the official shoot — capturing this spontaneous, heartfelt exchange between Flavio Almeida and Carlos Maia. They revisit early memories from the 1990s: rivalries that shaped Gracie Barra, long road trips to represent the team, and the pride of wearing the GB patch. What begins as a nostalgic moment becomes a powerful reflection on legacy, identity, and the deeper purpose behind Jiu-Jitsu. These are the very principles that inspired GB2, the new Gracie Barra curriculum led by Professor Maia — a structured path that transforms this spirit into daily training, helping students and instructors alike grow with clarity, consistency, and purpose. Explore More: ➡️ Discover GB2 — The New Curriculum with Carlos Maia: https://online.graciebarra.com/pages/gb2-carlos-maia