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Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 138: Recapping a year of no gi Judo classesOn episode 138 of Tatami Talk, we discuss Juan’s one year experiment of having a once a month no gi Judo seminar. At the Hollywood Japanese Cultural Institute. What were the ups and downs of trying to teach a no gi Judo seminar from scratch?-------------------------------------------Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tatamitalk Juan: https://www.instagram.com/thegr8_juan Anthony: https://www.instagram.com/anthonythrowsCheck out our Substack: https://tatamitalk.substack.com/Intro + Ou...
2025-08-221h 06Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 137: Judo MythsOn episode 137 of Tatami Talk, We discuss and dispel some Judo myths we have each heard.0:00 Intro03:36 USA Judo Coaching Clinic at Hollywood Judo06:04 possibly migrating away from Substack13:52 Listener comment on BJA episode24:53 Juan's list of Judo Myths50:16 Anthony's list of Judo Myths-------------------------------------------Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tatamitalk Juan: https://www.instagram.com/thegr8_juan Anthony: https://www.instagram.com/anthonythrowsCheck out our Substack: https://tatamitalk.substack.com/
2025-08-081h 24Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 135: New BJA Dan Rank Requirements, Pro-Wrestling and JudoOn episode 135 of Tatami Talk, we talk about the new unveiled BJA dan rank requirements, the UFC BJJ show, and Juan talks about how Judo has a very close history with Pro Wrestling. We also talk about our belated 5th anniversary.New BJA Dank rank Requirements: https://www.britishjudo.org.uk/british-judo-unveils-modernised-dan-grade-pathway/0:00 Intro / July 4th03:17 New BJA Dan Rank requirements12:52 UFC BJJ27:40 Pro Wrestling and Judo43:58 Belated 5th Anniversary------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tatamitalk Juan: https://www.instagram...
2025-07-1148 minTatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 129: Alternative Ways to Divide ClassesOn episode 129 of Tatami Talk, we discuss other fun (and maybe not so great) ways to divide up your classes in your Judo club. Juan makes his case for "Casual Judo" and Anthony makes his case for a risk based model.0:00 Intro / Alternative Ways to divide classes21:22 How Juan would structure the classes24:51 Anthony's risk based classes34:27 How Anthony would divide up a youth program45:30 Nogi judo and judo for MMA------------------------------------------- Things mentioned in this episodeWomens self defense episode with Beverly: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Un-NhHCWmK4...
2025-04-1855 minTatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 128: Dojo CultureOn episode 128 of Tatami Talk, we talk about Dojo culture and how most people don't actually consciously think about it or actively try to mold or contribute to their dojos culture.0:00 Intro / Hollywood, Sawtelle, Goltz scrimmage07:05 Dojo Culture21:13 Diversity and socio-economics27:51 Anthony' and Juan's experiences with other martial arts cultures34:11 Lead generation41:11 Safety Culture------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tatamitalk Juan: https://www.instagram.com/thegr8_juanAnthony: https://www.instagram.com/anthonythrows
2025-04-0448 minTatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 126: Uchikomi, Discussing "The Lies Behind Judo Basics"On episode 126 of Tatami Talk, Juan tells us about his trip to Japan, and we finally give our thoughts on HanpanTV's video "The Lies Behind Judo Basics" and all the online discourse surrounding it.0:00 Juan's back, his trip in Japan14:36 hanpanTV and their uchimata video26:10 why we think people are upset31:06 California Chainsaw massacre34:15 prescribing beginners the most "optimized" throws for their body type, other hanpanTV videos37:48 Anthony's disappointment on where and how the discussion is taking place42:08 Harasawa made a similar video, comparing his...
2025-03-071h 03Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 125: Paris and Baku Grand Slam 2025On episode 125 of Tatami Talk, we talk about how the new rules have affected Paris and Baku Grand Slam. We also reflect on Maruyama's retirement.0:00 Intro / Juan in Tokyo / Anthony injured again17:05 Listener comment on nomad wrestling episode25:26 Maruyama is retiring29:28 Baku and Paris Grandslam, Yuko40:35 Newaza------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tatamitalk Juan: https://www.instagram.com/thegr8_juan Anthony: https://www.instagram.com/anthonythrowsCheck out our Substack: https://tatamitalk.substack.com/Intro + Outro by Donald Rickert: https://www.instagram.com/donaldrickertCover Art by Mas: https://www.instagram.com/masproducePodcast...
2025-02-211h 09Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 122: Nomad Wrestling, Tatami Talk Rules?On episode 122 of Tatami Talk, we open up talking about fan reaction from our last episode about the new IJF rules. During the holidays Anthony sent Juan a video of a new grappling promotion in Kazakhstan called “Nomad grappling”. After watching this new promotion. We decided it would be fun to come up with our own grappling federation “Tatami Talk Grappling” and discuss. How we would run it and what rules we would apply to our own event. Nomad Wrestling: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2vKexCYjIg------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Insta...
2025-01-1059 minTatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 118: Reviewing SSOF Strength and Conditioning ProgramOn episode 118 of Tatami Talk, Anthony reviews the Dutch Olympic Strength and Conditioning program after testing it for over 6 months. The program was discussed with James Lacey from sweet science of fighting podcast back in Episode 102. ------------------------------------------- Links discussed in this episode Episode 102 interview with James Delacey: https://youtu.be/2ak1CaU0Aiw Sign up for winter nationals: https://usajudo.smoothcomp.com/en/event/17873 SSOF Cas De Wit Interview 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-y3JS7s8fBw SSOF Cas De Wit Interview 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HdvcElGp2zg ------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com
2024-11-1554 minTatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 115: Growth in demand for no gi JudoOn episode 115 of Tatami Talk, we talk about the growth in popularity of no gi judo and Juan's no gi judo seminar.------------------------------------------- 0:00 Intro / News and Updates 15:35 No Gi Judo getting more popular, Juan's no gi judo seminars 56:10 How would no gi judo tournaments work? ------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tatamitalk Juan: https://www.instagram.com/thegr8_juan Anthony: https://www.instagram.com/anthonythrowsIntro + Outro by Donald Rickert: https://www.instagram.com/donaldrickertCover Art by Mas: https://www.instagram...
2024-10-041h 09Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 107: 2024 World Championships and USA Judo Nationals reviewOn episode 107 of Tatami Talk, we open up with a short review of the 2024 Judo World Championships. We then go on to congratulate all six members of Team USA Judo that qualified for the Olympics and Paralympic this summer. We finished off the episode talking about Juan's experience coaching this year at the 2024 USA Judo National Championships here in Southern California. We give our thoughts on how the tournament was run and organized.------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk Juan: @thegr8_juan Anthony: @anthonythrowsIntro + Outro by Donald...
2024-06-1456 minTatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 104: Reflections on our Judo classes over the last 2 yearsOn episode 104 of Tatami Talk, we discussing the Olympics coming up in less than 100 days. Then go on to talk about the USA Judo Nationals giving prize/sponsorship money this year. Up to $1500 for first place. We reflect on how has our teaching evolved and changed throughout the years? What did we need to change? How did we change and evolve our classes? What do we wish we could do differently in the past and future? 0:00 - Intro / Hollywood Judo and Sawtelle Kids Scrimmage 05:57 - Shout outs / Corrections 08:02 - Paris Olympics and Anthony's lowered expectations 16:50 - USA Judo Nationals...
2024-05-031h 26Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 103: Terminal Brown BeltsOn episode 103 of Tatami Talk, we discuss terminal brown belts. People who are stuck at the brown belt level for long periods of time. 0:00 - Intro / UFC 300 24:55 - Anthony's promotion to Nidan 36:24 - Terminal Brown belts ------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk Juan: @thegr8_juan Anthony: @anthonythrows Intro + Outro by Donald Rickert: @donaldrickert Cover Art by Mas: @masproduce Podcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify
2024-04-191h 30Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 101: InsuranceAnthony was sick and forgot to do a mic check and recorded on the wrong mic. Apologies for the poor mic quality. On episode 101 of Tatami Talk, Anthony talks about taking the USJF online nage no kata certification. Our main topic of the show is dojo insurance. What is insurance for the dojo and should you get it for your school? How insurance works with USA JUDO, USJA, and USJF. What are the pros and cons of having personal insurance compared to just using the federation insurance to cover yourself and your students. 0:00 - Intro 04:09 - Anthony takes the...
2024-03-2241 minTatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 099 - Sleeping after Judo class and Online Kata CertificationOn episode 99 of Tatami Talk, we answer a listener question. With Judo classes being at night and ending late. How do you two fall asleep at night? We also talk about kata classes, with USJF adding and offering an online Nage-no-kata certification. So instead of going to a kata clinic or kata competition to receive your certification, you can now just take an online kata class to get one. And we will discuss the pros and cons of an online kata class. 0:00 - Intro / Anthony forgets valentines day 06:12 - Having trouble sleeping after class 27:20 - Online Kata certification ------------------------------------------- ...
2024-02-231h 00Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 098 - Asking AI some Judo questionsOn episode 98 of Tatami Talk, we talk about Anthony's trip to India as well as an update on Juan’s shoulder injury. We then go into the big Judo MMA news. With Kayla Harrison joining the UFC and fighting in the 135 lb division making her UFC debut at UFC 300. Juan and Anthony try a new type of interview by asking an AI chat bot some judo questions.0:00 - Intro / Anthony's trip to India / Juan's shoulder status16:36 - Kayla Harrisons UFC 300 debut29:37 - Interview with Jake the AI Judo expert. ------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.co...
2024-02-091h 08Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 096 - 2024 New Year ThemesOn episode 96 of Tatami Talk, we discuss IBJJF’s new rule changes. After that we discuss our judo player of the year nominations. And who wins for best male and female player of the Year may surprise you. We then go into our main topic of goal setting for New Year's resolutions. With Anthony's new plan of themes setting of the year.0:00 - Intro / Happy New Year 07:50 - IBJJF updates stalling rules 23:22 - Players of the year 36:01 - New Year Themes ------------------------------------------- Resources: Your Theme, by CGP Grey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVGuFdX5guE Why Yo...
2024-01-121h 10Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 095 - Worst Dojo in AmericaOn episode 95 of Tatami Talk, we celebrate the end of the year 2023 by having a few special guests on the show to see who can come up with a business plan for the worst Judo Dojo in America. We also talk about Juans experience and Injury at the Winter Nationals. 0:00 - Intro / Juan's experience and injury at Winter Nationals21:45 - Worst Dojo in America ------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk Juan: @thegr8_juan Anthony: @anthonythrows Peter: @bananachowski Matt: @la_metro_project Elan: @bridgetownjudo Intro + Outro by...
2023-12-292h 03Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 094 - Banning techniques at your dojoOn episode 94 of Tatami Talk, we talk about Anthony's late thanksgiving trip, the Tokyo Grand Slam, and about a reddit discussion thread about a BJJ club banning judo techniques. 0:00 - Intro 15:40 - Anthony's visit to east coast 27:00 - Tokyo Grand Slam 43:40 - Banning techniques at your dojo------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk Juan: @thegr8_juan Anthony: @anthonythrowsIntro + Outro by Donald Rickert: @donaldrickertCover Art by Mas: @masproducePodcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify
2023-12-171h 20Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 094 - Banning techniques at your dojoOn episode 94 of Tatami Talk, we talk about Anthony's late thanksgiving trip, the Tokyo Grand Slam, and about a reddit discussion thread about a BJJ club banning judo techniques. 0:00 - Intro 15:40 - Anthony's visit to east coast 27:00 - Tokyo Grand Slam 43:40 - Banning techniques at your dojo------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk Juan: @thegr8_juan Anthony: @anthonythrowsIntro + Outro by Donald Rickert: @donaldrickertCover Art by Mas: @masproducePodcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google...
2023-12-151h 34Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 091 - USJF NationalsOn episode 91 of Tatami Talk, Anthony returns from Japan, and we discuss Juan's experience at the USJF Nationals. 0:00 - Intro / Anthony returns from Japan 08:30 - Listener questions / clarifications on previous episodes / Judo news 25:30 - USJF National Championships and Juan's experience competing in it ------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk Juan: @thegr8_juan Anthony: @anthonythrows Intro + Outro by Donald Rickert: @donaldrickert Cover Art by Mas: @masproduce Podcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify
2023-11-031h 19Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 090 - Injuries and TrainingOn episode 90 of Tatami Talk, We talk about injuries, training through injuries and whether it's a good idea.0:00 - Intro / Anthony's plans in Japan 21:40 - Safety first and preventing further injury, and focusing on rehab and recovery 31:43 - do what you can (safely) and keep showing up 38:43 - You should probably see a physical therapist 43:08 - What Anthony did when he had bad insurance 50:30 - Reducing Intensity / Picking safe partners / Adjusting how you fight 55:13 - Not letting your ego take over------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk Juan: @thegr8...
2023-10-201h 01Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 088 - Should we stop doing certain exercises?On episode 88 of Tatami Talk. We talk about workouts and exercises that might actually be bad for you. Things that were thought to help strengthen your body, but might actually destroy it. On episode 88 of Tatami Talk. We talk about workouts and exercises that might actually be bad for you. Things that were thought to help strengthen your body, but might actually destroy it. * Intro / Anthony goes to a stand up comedy show [0:00] * SoCal Judo news and growth of smoothcomp [10:25] * Pickleball is like BJJ? [19:10] * What exercises should we probably stop doing? [30:35] * Duck walks and Bunny Hopping [31:17] * Neck Bridges [35:30] * Neck...
2023-09-221h 26Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 082 - When is it time to change clubs?On episode 82 of Tatami Talk. We open up congratulating Anthony on getting his Brazilian Jiu Jitsu blue belt. We get his thoughts on reaching a color belt rank and what his goals are in the future in BJJ. Then we talk about the European Judo Union putting out their referee exam online for the public to take. Anthony gives us his thoughts and experience taking the test and how he did on it. We end the episode talking about a very hard question for any martial artist. Whether it's a striking or grappling martial art. How to choose when...
2023-06-301h 23Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 081 - Tournament roundups, Sanctuary, Throw to surviveOn episode 81 of Tatami Talk. We discuss the double gold medal awarded to Tasoev and Riner following the world championship controversy. We talk about the recent Nanka Late Spring tournament and Anthony's apology for contesting a call. And we share our thoughts on the new hit Netflix sumo drama series, "Sanctuary". Would a similar show for Judo help grow Judo's popularity in the U.S.? What about a series similar to the formula 1 reality show "Drive to Survive" ? Throw to survive?* Intro [0:00]* Viewer questions [06:14]* Tasoev awarded Gold Medal along with Teddy Riner / World Championship controversy and...
2023-06-161h 45Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 080 - Imposter Syndrome, Judo World Championships 2023On episode 80 of Tatami Talk. We talk to Anthony about his trip to Ireland. We see if he got any training done well he was out there. We also answer a few of your viewer and listener questions and comments from our last episode. On the ecological approach to skill acquisition. Then we talk about what happened to Judo verse and relaunch of Judo TV for the world championships. And talk a little bit about our highlights from the world championships this year. We also congratulate Gabby Garcia on getting her Judo black belt with USA Judo. With our...
2023-06-021h 28Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 074 - Judo misconceptions and exaggerationsIn episode 74 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. We talk about the  UFC 285 fight between Tabatha Ricci and Jessica Penne. With Tabatha  Ricci using her underrated Judo skills to get the win over the BJJ black  belt Jessica Penne. We then go into talking about the One Championship  grappling match at One Fight Night 7. Between Danielle Kelly a BJJ black  belt and Ayaka "Zombie" Miura a Judo black belt. We give our opinions  on the match. As well as the One Championship grappling rules. What we  thought of it and who we thought won the match. We finished up talk...
2023-03-101h 29Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 073 - Paris and Tel Aviv Grand Slam recapIn episode 73 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. We start off first  talking about the biting incident that happened at the Paris Grand Slam.  In the first round of the -52 kg category. A Kazakhstani judo player  bit a Belgium judo player on the calf well trying to escape an armbar.  We then go into the -57kg finals in Tel Aviv. With an all Canadian  final. Where Klimkait finally beat Deguchi with a throw. But with it not  being without some controversy in the end. We finish up talking about  the Clarisse Agbegnenou comeback troubles. Some of you may...
2023-02-2455 minTatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 072 - Hygiene in Judo, ONE FC getting suedIn episode 72 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony.   In this episode of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. We start off  talking about the new year IJF tournament circuit starting. With  Portugal holding the first tournament of the year. And the Paris Grand  Slam happened this past weekend. We then go to an interesting court case  of ONE Championship getting sued by The Boxing Association of Thailand.  For putting on matches using the Muay Thai name but not following  Thailand's Muay Thai rules and regulations. Very similar to when Kano  stopped other martial arts from using the name of Judo...
2023-02-101h 13Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 071 - Debating controversial judo topicsIn episode 71 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. We give a big  congratulations to our head instructor at Hollywood Judo Dojo. Sensei  Philippe Morotti on receiving his 6th Dan (red and white belt) from the  USJA. We also talk about Street Fighter putting in their first true Judo  character in the upcoming Street fighter 6. And give our takes on Judo  characters in fighting games. After that we answer a viewer's question  about kosen Judo and kosen Judo tournaments. Our main topic is something  different and fun. Anthony and Juan discuss the pros and cons of some  unpopular Judo topics i...
2023-01-272h 05Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 070 - Setting and planning goalsIn episode 70 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. We talk about  Anthony's first BJJ tournament experience back in December. We also  discuss our thoughts and how we approach to setting goals.   -------------------------------------------    Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com      Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk     Juan: @thegr8_juan      Anthony: @anthonythrows  Intro + Outro by Donald Rickert: @donaldrickertCover     Art by Mas: @masproducePodcast      Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk      Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify
2023-01-131h 24Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 069 - 2022 End of the year Trivia Special, ft. Special GuestsIn episode 69 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. For the last episode  for the year of 2022 we are doing a Judo trivia Episode featuring  special guests Dave Roman from the Judo Chop Suey Podcast and a novice  member from Hollywood Judo Scotty Ryerson. We also talk about our  individual thoughts on the past year and our plans and goals for next  year. ------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com     Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk    Dave: @lavidajudoka Scotty: @scotty.ryerson Juan: @thegr8_juan     Anthony: @anthonythrows Intro + Outro by Donald Rickert: @donaldrickert...
2022-12-302h 01Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 068 - Tokyo Grand slam, Winter Nationals 2022In episode 68 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. We open up  congratulating two of our past guests Rossy Rascal and Liana Mutia. On  the most recent achievements. Rossy won the PCW UK Cruiserweight  Championship and Liana on winning the IBSA Pan American Championships.  As well as her taking Bronze at the IBSA Judo Worlds. We then give our  thoughts on the Tokyo Grand Slam. With the dominance of the Japanese  Judo team at the tournament. As it is the holiday season and people are  traveling to see friends and family. We always encourage people to try  out new Dojos on...
2022-12-161h 05Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Special Episode - Blind Judo ClinicIn this Tatami Talk Special Edition Episode with Juan and Anthony. We  talk with Eduardo Medrano about the Blind Judo clinic they are holding  in association with IBSA, Sports and Recreation for the Blind , U.S.  Association of Blind Athletes and Hollywood PAL (Police Athletic  League).   The clinic will be held at 6411 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 on December 3rd 2022 from 9:00AM - 12:00PM  No judo experience required, volunteers and everyone who is interested  in participating or being involved in adaptive Judo is welcome.   You can contact Eduardo at judoangels@gmail.com   -----------------------  Show...
2022-11-2641 minTatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 065 - New classes at Hollywood JudoIn Episode 65 of Tatami Talk, we start off talk about the last three  dojo scrimmage we had with Sawtelle and Goltz Judo. We ended up having  some technical difficulties with the live stream. We explain what  happened and what our plans are for the future so it doesn't happen  again. Then we go into the IJF getting into the online game Minecraft.  This past world championships the IJF reopened their Minecraft server  for people to play "Mysteries of the Kodokan" again. What is the game  about and how does this promote judo? We finish up with congratulating  Anthony on getting...
2022-11-051h 06Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 065 - New classes at Hollywood JudoIn Episode 65 of Tatami Talk, we start off talk about the last three  dojo scrimmage we had with Sawtelle and Goltz Judo. We ended up having  some technical difficulties with the live stream. We explain what  happened and what our plans are for the future so it doesn't happen  again. Then we go into the IJF getting into the online game Minecraft.  This past world championships the IJF reopened their Minecraft server  for people to play "Mysteries of the Kodokan" again. What is the game  about and how does this promote judo? We finish up with congratulating  Anthony on getting...
2022-11-041h 23Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 064 - Tashkent World Championships 2022, IJF Judo TV and NFTIn Episode 64 of Tatami Talk, Anthony gives an update on his experience purchasing an IJF NFT. That  was his experience with it so far. His experience opening and activating  it with all the futures. We then go into how the IJF moved the live  stream and replay broadcast of the world championships from YouTube. To  the IJF website only. To watch the world championships you had to create  an account on the IJF site. Then after two days of the world  championships. The rest of the tournament was put behind a paywall. We  talk about how much they are charging...
2022-10-211h 23Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 063 - Alternate Judo rule sets for Kids, Veterans and NovicesIn Episode 63 of Tatami Talk, we discuss alternate judo rule sets.  Modification to IJF rules for local tournaments to keep kids, veterans  and novice adults safe. We also talk briefly about Freestyle Judo's  rule set.  - Intro / updates, upcoming Tashkent Judo World Championships 2022 [0:00]   - Fujimat Princess Caribbean Cruise [15:44] - Nevada State Kosen Judo Championship [32:01]  - Banning chokes and arm bars for kids [48:18]   - Banning arm bars for adult novices [53:50]   - Banning koshi guruma / drop seoi for kids [57:08]   - Banning chokes for 50+ veterans [1:08:50]    - Freestyle...
2022-10-071h 31Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 062 - Nanka Fall Tournament, Unsportsmanlike conductIn Episode 62 of Tatami Talk, we talk about the Nanka Fall Tournament and the alternate scoring rule  set used for kids, and some unsportsmanlike conduct that has occurred at  the tournament. - Intro / news and updates [0:00]   - Munkhbat's first amateur match in MMA [09:31]   - Sumo primetime [18:41]   - Nevada Kosen Judo tournament / Submission grappling tournament [22:35]   - Nanka Fall Tournament 2022 alternate Judo rules for kids [15:40]   - Unsportsmanlike conduct [43:27]   -------------------------------------------   Show notes:    - Munkbat's MMA match https://youtu.be/KzMshfA88xE   - Sumo primeti...
2022-09-231h 07Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 061 - Darcel Yandzi training camp experience, technique videos onlineIn Episode 61 of Tatami Talk, we start off talking about our friend at 510 Judo and their beach  Judo/Wrestling event being held at Alameda Beach in the SF Bay Area on  September Sunday the 11th. An open grappling event focuses on takedowns  with no pins or submissions. No winners no losers just a bunch of  grapplers coming together to have a fun time on the beach. We then go on  to talk about Anthony's experience at Darcel Yandzi's 3 day training  camp. Held in Baldwin Park over the Labor Day weekend. What was it like  training with Yandzi? How did he like...
2022-09-091h 04Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 060 - Rest in peace Judo Gene LeBell, IJF JudoverseIn Episode 60 of Tatami Talk,  We open up talking about a local team  tournament Anthony went to the day of the podcast and competed it. How  he did in his first competition since his knee surgery and how the  competition was run. Then we go into the passing but Hollywood Judo Dojo  member Judo Gene LeBell. A brief look into his history at Hollywood  Judo. Memories stories of him from Juan's encounters with him in and out  of the dojo. Then we finish up talking about the new IJF NFT's. We try  to explain what they are? How to get them...
2022-08-261h 07Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 059 - Interview with Ajax TadeharaIn Episode 59 of Tatami Talk,  We talk with former USA Judo national  team member Ajax Tadehara. We talk with him about growing up in Judo.  His adventure of getting to and being on the US national team and  competing internationally. As well as talking about life after  international competition retirement. How it has been building his dojo.  Schnauzer Judo from the ground up. And what his plans and goals are for  the future. ------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk Ajax: @ajaxjudoattacks Schnauzer Judo: @schnauzer_judo
2022-08-142h 15Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 059 - Interview with Ajax TadeharaIn Episode 59 of Tatami Talk,  We talk with former USA Judo national  team member Ajax Tadehara. We talk with him about growing up in Judo.  His adventure of getting to and being on the US national team and  competing internationally. As well as talking about life after  international competition retirement. How it has been building his dojo.  Schnauzer Judo from the ground up. And what his plans and goals are for  the future.   -------------------------------------------    Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com     Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk    Ajax: @ajaxjudoattacks   Schnauzer Judo: @schnauzer_judo   Ju...
2022-08-121h 08Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 058 - All things Judogis and CompetitionIn Episode 58 of Tatami Talk,  We review the California State Games for  Judo and we discuss our thoughts on Judogi types, enforcement rules, and  frustration traveling with judogis. What type of judogis should you buy  for competition? Do you need more than one judogi? Make sure to check  our past short videos on Judogis if you haven't seen them.   -------------------------------------------    Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com     Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk    Juan: @thegr8_juan     Anthony: @anthonythrows     Intro + Outro by Donald Rickert: @donaldrickertCover     Art by Mas: @masproducePodcast     Site: https://ancho...
2022-07-291h 06Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 057 - Judo Kata DiscussionIn Episode 57 of Tatami Talk,  We discuss all things Kata! Our own experiences and thoughts on it's utility and limitations. ------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com   Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk Juan: @thegr8_juan   Anthony: @anthonythrows   Intro + Outro by Donald Rickert: @donaldrickertCover   Art by Mas: @masproducePodcast   Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk   Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify
2022-07-151h 08Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 056 - Judo vision quest and BJJ vacationIn Episode 56 of Tatami Talk,  Anthony talks about his Judo and BJJ  vacation where he traveled to Portland and Seattle to visit different dojos and clubs, his experiences, thoughts and what he has learned.   -------------------------------------------    Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk    Juan: @thegr8_juan     Anthony: @anthonythrows     Intro + Outro by Donald Rickert: @donaldrickertCover     Art by Mas: @masproducePodcast     Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk     Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify
2022-07-011h 11Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 055 - Interview with Pro Wrestler Rossy RascalIn Episode 55 of Tatami Talk,  we have the pleasure of interviewing  British Judo player and pro wrestler Rossy Rascal. We talked to him  about his Judo career and pro wrestling career. How he made the jump  from judo player to pro wrestler. As well as balancing his pro wrestling  career and being owner and had instructor of Kaidokan Judo Academy in  Blackpool England. We open this week's episode congratulating Anthony on  receiving his fourth stripe on his white belt in BJJ. Talking about his  newaza journey in grappling to this point. We also discussed the UFC's  "Road to UFC" event tha...
2022-06-172h 02Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 054 - Warm upsIn Episode 54 of Tatami Talk,  Anthony talks about his plans to compete  in his first BJJ tournament. We discuss the 2022 USA Nationals and  Golden State Open. We also share our opinions and thoughts on how many  Judo and martial arts clubs do their warmups and what we think could be  improved and what should be kept. *Correction: Anthony mentioned training 2 days a week few times when he meant 2 times a day ------------------------------------------- - Intro / Anthony's plan to compete in BJJ [0:00]    - USA Nationals and Golden State Open  [20:00]  
2022-06-031h 06Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 053 - Defensive BJJIn Episode 53 of Tatami Talk, We open up talking about our home dojo.  Hollywood Judo Dojo celebrating our 90th anniversary. On the day of  recording. How incredible and rare it is for a dojo to celebrate its  90th anniversary. Then we going to the news that the British Judo  federation is following the new IJF rule of not allowing chokes for  people over 60 years old in tournament competition. We then talk about  the Anthony's experience with exploring a video he found about  "Defensive BJJ" after trying it out at BJJ and Judo practice. In the end  we finish up with tal...
2022-05-201h 10Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 052 - "Going Light"In Episode 52 of Tatami Talk, we talk about the three dojo scrimmage  tournament we had with Sawtelle, Goltz and Hollywood at our Dojo last  Sunday. We then went into the Judo news. With the European Judo Union  saying they are not going to strictly enforce the new Judo Gi sizes for  now. Then we talked about the All Japan Open Weight Tournament that just  happened. We finished up with what going light really means at  practice. What going light should look like. And how some people use  saying let's go light for their own advantage   -------------------------------------------
2022-05-061h 12Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 051 - Responding to listener questions and commentsIn Episode 51 of Tatami Talk, we answer a few listener questions and  comments. What are our thoughts on dojo/club back patches? How can we  encourage our students to start their own clubs and promote brown belts  to black belts? Then we talk about the eternal question. What other  grappling style should I do to supplement my Judo? BJJ or Wrestling? We  also talk about some upcoming events and projects. We are working on for  the show.   -------------------------------------------    - Intro / Tax deadline in U.S. [0:00]   - Comment from Gerard, Back patches in Northern Ireland [1...
2022-04-221h 03Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 050 - Our 2nd Anniversary, All Japan Championships, Antalya Grand SlamIn Episode 50 of Tatami Talk, It's our 2nd anniversary episode. We talk  about the Antalya Grand Slam, All Japan Judo Championships by Weight  Category, and our thoughts on this past year and plans for the future  for the podcast. ------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com   Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk   Juan: @thegr8_juan   Anthony: @anthonythrows   Intro + Outro by Donald Rickert: @donaldrickertCover   Art by Mas: @masproducePodcast   Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk   Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify
2022-04-091h 15Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 049 - Teaching Judo to your friends and familyIn Episode 49 of Tatami Talk, we open up by talking about the first Judo  tournament held in Southern California since the pandemic started. How  big the tournament was, how it was run and how long it took. We are then  going to talk about how Japan has gotten rid of their elementary School  National tournament for Judo and has plans to replace it with something  else, to help protect young players from over training and cutting  weight. As well as severe pressure from parents and coaches'  expectations for achievement. We finish up talking about coaching or  training family and friends...
2022-03-261h 25Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 048 - Hollywood, Goltz, Sawtelle, 3 clubs Judo ScrimmageIn Episode 48 of Tatami Talk, We conducted three interviews after the  three club scrimmage tournament we had with Hollywood Judo Dojo, Goltz  Judo Club and Sawtelle Judo Dojo. We talked with the head instructor of  Hollywood Judo Dojo Philippe Morotti about the three club scrimmage and  how he came up with the idea of having a small three Club tournament. As  well as talking with the head of Goltz Judo Gary Goltz. We also talked  with one of the head instructors of Sawtelle Judo Dojo Jerry Hazemoto.  We got their opinions on the three dojo scrimmage. What they hope to get...
2022-03-1140 minTatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 047 - Paris and Tel Aviv Grand Slam 2022, and the new rules so farIn Episode 47 of Tatami Talk, We talk about the Nanka coaches / referee clinic we attended together.  To go over and discuss the new rules and regulation changes to the IJF rules set, how they will affect the local and national tournaments we attend. Then we then go into our thoughts on the Paris Grand Slam. As  well as the Tel Aviv Grand Slam. We finish up by talking about the  cancellation of the Dusseldorf Grand Slam. Why was it canceled? And how is this going to affect judo players trying to get points for the Olympics? ...
2022-02-251h 10Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 046 - Community center Judo dojos and martial artsIn Episode 46 of tatami talk, We open up talking about the first international Judo competition  of the year, the Portugal Grand Prix. Then we go on to talk about  American community center Judo. What is the reputation of learning  martial arts in a community center in the US? What are the pros and cons  of starting Judo in a community center? As well as what are some of the  differences between international community center martial arts  compared to America? -------------------------------------------   - Intro , Updates and Portugal grand slam results [0:00]   - Paris grand sl...
2022-02-111h 20Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 045 - IJF World Tour 2022, Retirement after judo.In Episode 45 of tatami talk, we talk about the new IJF World tournament  tour. Then go into high level judo competitors retirements. With one of  Anthony and Juan's favorite judo players Munkhbat announcing her  retirement from the Mongolian national team. So what do high level Judo  players do after they retire? -------------------------------------------   Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com   Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk   Juan: @thegr8_juan   Anthony: @anthonythrows   Intro + Outro by Donald Rickert: @donaldrickertCover    Art by Mas: @masproducePodcast    Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk   Also listen...
2022-01-281h 13Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 044 - 2022 IJF Rule changes. Reverse Seoi Nage BannedIn episode 44 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony.  We talk about the  new IJF rule changes for the next Olympic cycle. What we like, what we  don't like. How we interpret the new rules and how other people are  interpreting them. We also talk about some of the answers we got from  viewers from our open question on our Instagrams.   -------------------------------------------   - Intro / qualification and uniform changes [0:00]   - Scoring standard changes [10:46]  - Gripping rules changes [28:27]   - Fixing judogi and hair [43:24]   - Shidos and head dives [52:57]   - Reverse Seoi...
2022-01-141h 30Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 043 - 2021 Year End Review Episode.In episode 43 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony.  We talk about the  2021 All Japan Judo Championships. Anthony had with one of our listeners  who actually competed in the USA Judo Submission Grappling division at  the President's Cup in Texas this past year. Then we go into the news  update we received from 510 Judo regarding USA Judo and American Judo  System entering a partnership where you well be able to access  the  American Judo System materials on their website with your USA Judo  membership next year. USA Judo will however be raising their yearly  membership to $100. We discuss the IJF end of...
2022-01-011h 48Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 042 - American Judo System reviewIn episode 42 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony.  We talk about the  small crosstown tournament we had at our dojo with Sawtelle and Goltz  Judo. How it went and how it was trying to stream it on Twitch for the  first time. Then we went on to our egg versus tatami mat experiment. Did  the egg crack or did it survive? You may be surprised with the outcome.  Either way you have to listen to the podcast or watch a video when it  comes out on our YouTube channel to find out. For our main discussion  Anthony tried out the...
2021-12-181h 08Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 041 - USA Judo submission grappling, United World WrestlingIn episode 41 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony.  We open up with a  quick discussion about USA national team member Nick Delpopolo's open  letter he wrote to the US Olympic Committee. Then we go into two great  viewer questions. The first question was. What do you think of USA  Judo's "Judo Submission Grappling" division? And the second question  was. What are your guys' opinions on the United World Wrestling  competitions for grappling Gi? Two great questions that make one great  video. Thank you again for your questions. --------------------------------------------    - Intro + Nick Delpopolo's open letter to USOC  ...
2021-12-031h 14Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 040 - Interview with Tokyo 2020 USA Paralympian Liana MutiaIn episode 40 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony.  We recap on how the  Nuway Judo fanatics tournament in San Diego went. We had a chance to  interview 2020 Tokyo Olympic Paralympian Liana Mutia from Team USA,  about her experience competing in Tokyo.   --------------------------------------------    - Intro / Corrections from past episodes  [0:00]   - Nuway Judo fanatics San Diego tournament [03:30]   - Interview with Liana Mutia [09:13]   - Cheating in Paralympic Judo [19:59]   - Transitioning from wrestling to Judo [24:41]   - Learning Judo as a visually impaired athlete [28:54]   -------------------------------------------   Korean athlete c...
2021-11-191h 21Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 039 - Kayla Harrison, Satoshi Ishii, Judo Fanatics tournamentIn episode 39 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. We talked about Kayla Harrison the two-time Olympic Judo gold medalist becoming the two-time PFL women's 155 world champion. We also talk about the former Olympic Judo gold medalist Satoshi Ishii going into kickboxing and having his first K-1 match. And finish up talking about Judo Fanatics holding a tournament near San Diego in San Marcos under USA Judo. How they are using an online registration system and everything is being done electronically not paper and hand.    --------------------------------------------    - Intro / Open mat randori at Hollywood Judo  [0:00]    - Kay...
2021-11-051h 05Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 038 - Discussion on possible IJF rule changes post Tokyo OlympicsIn episode 38 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. We discuss the Paris Grand slam that happened last week. The first major tournament after the Tokyo Olympics. A look at the future of Judo for the Paris Olympics. We finish off talking about what IJF rules we think might be modified and changed in the upcoming year. What we think might get changed, what we want to get changed. Some suggestions on how we would change and modify some rules.  --------------------------------------------     - Intro  [0:00]     - update from last episode on USA Sumo [12:57]    - Paris Gr...
2021-10-221h 29Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 037 - USA Sumo Open, Anthony's Shodan examIn episode 37 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. We're talking about a  new scam targeting martial art dojos, gyms and fitness instructors. We  talk about what the new scam is doing, what to look out for and how to  avoid falling victim to them. Then we discuss Anthony's trip to watch  the 2021 US Sumo Open at the new Terasaki Budokan in Little Tokyo Los  Angeles. And finish up the episode talking about Anthony's black belt  test. What he thought about it and how he feels now being a black belt  in Judo. ------------------------------------------- ...
2021-10-081h 47Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 036 - Belt testingIn episode 36 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. We are revisiting the topic of testing for promotions in Judo. Since  most people can't compete as much as they want to and used to, because  of the pandemic. Some instructors are having to change the way they promote their students. What should students be tested on at what rank?  How should you test your students? How much of a promotion should be based on the test itself or you're in class work and past competition work? ------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us...
2021-09-241h 13Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 035 - Supplemental Judo training and conditioning programsIn episode 35 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. We talk about our  personal experiences with supplemental strength and conditioning  training for Judo. ------------------------------------------- Tactical Barbell: http://www.tacticalbarbell.com/ Tabata Method: https://jps.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1007/s12576-019-00676-7 Starting Strength: https://www.athlegan.com/starting-strength Conditioning 101 How to increase your aerobic fitness : http://muaythaipros.com/conditioning-how-to-dramatically-improve-your-aerobic-fitness-so-you-never-gas-out/ ------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk Juan: @thegr8_juan Anthony: @anthonythrows Intro + Outro by Do...
2021-09-101h 17Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 034 - Starting Judo at an older ageIn episode 34 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. We discuss starting  judo at an older age, how you should come in with goals and set  realistic expectations to help you succeed and staying safe.    Intro [0:00]   How old is too old to start Judo? [03:02]   Training in your 40's  [18:30]    Training in your 50's [22:56]    Training in your 70's [33:59]    Training in your 80's [47:50]    Ego [52:46]     -------------------------------------------    High Dan Rank tournament Videos 本全国柔道高段者大会  https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%E6%9C%AC%E5%85%A8%E5%9B%BD%E6%9F%94%E9%81%93%E9%AB%98%E6%AE%B5%E8%80%85%E5%A4%A7%E4%BC%9A   90 Year old co...
2021-08-271h 01Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 033 - Tokyo Olympics Recap, Coaching and Mental aspects of JudoIn episode 33 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. We have a quick recap on our thoughts after the last day of the Tokyo Olympics, our experience after attending a USJA coaching clinic, and we talk about the mental aspects of Judo. What we do to mentally prepare for competition and our thoughts on mental health in martial arts. Intro [0:00] USJA Coaching Clinic [08:13] Tokyo Olympics Recap [34:11] Mental Aspects of Judo [01:03:00] ------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk Juan: @thegr8...
2021-08-131h 41Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 032 - Watching the Tokyo OlympicsIn episode 32 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. We talk about how we're watching Judo at the Tokyo Olympics  this year. The frustration of being in America and wanting to watch  Judo and other martial arts at the Olympics and not being able to  easily. How we are watching and in what ways we are using to watch the  games. We discussed the first two days of Judo at the Tokyo games. What  we have seen so far and what we look forward to seeing the rest of the  week. -------------------------------------------  Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.c...
2021-07-301h 19Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 031 - History of Judo in the Olympics, and preventing injury in trainingIn episode 31 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. We talk about the history of Judo in the Olympic games. As well as other martial arts in the Olympic. The process and chances of new martial arts like Sambo, BJJ, Muay Thai and Kickboxing becoming Olympic sports. Then we discussed the tragic event in Taiwan regarding a Judo instructor and the passing of a young student. We discuss and answer a listener's question on how to prevent injuries in Judo training. Thank you to our listener Gerard for bringing up Sambo's provisional status in the Olympics. ...
2021-07-161h 33Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 030 - Discussion on LGBTQ and grappling with Richard ContrerasIn episode 30 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. We welcome back Richard Contreras who we interviewed in episode 10+11 of Tatami Talk.  Richard shares with us his experience with grappling as a gay man, and  we discuss LGBTQ in the judo community. Intro [0:00] Wrestling in high school [03:08] What it means to be open, and misconceptions [06:55] Discussion on gym culture [17:17] Juan and Anthony's thought on problems and perceptions [29:40] Discussion on Gender Identification [43:24] LGBTQ only training [1:03:32] ------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk Juan: @thegr8_juan Anthony: @an...
2021-07-021h 27Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 029 - Judo World Championships 2021 HungaryIn episode 29 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. We talk about the Judo World Championships 2021 taking place in Hungary. We discuss some highlight matches we liked and the great improvement in the production quality of the tournament live stream. ------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk Juan: @thegr8_juan Anthony: @anthonythrows Intro + Outro by Donald Rickert: @donaldrickert Cover art by Mas: @masproduce Podcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk  Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music a...
2021-06-1851 minTatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 028 - Beginners Judo Class and discussion on Judo PedagogyIn episode 28 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. We talk more about our dojo's reopening with the addition of an adults beginners class, a  first for our dojo and uncommon for non profit dojos in the US. Our thoughts on how we can improve on teaching beginners. We discuss different teaching methods and learning models from a thread we found on the BJJ subreddit where a beginner rants about how BJJ is taught. Hollywood Judo's Adult beginner class [03:43] The depth and importance of ukemi (breakfalls) [06:30] Importance of being a good uke (partner) [29:49] Discussion on beginners that use too...
2021-06-041h 55Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 027 - Judo in UFC 262, Judogi vs BJJ and other martial art Gi'sIn episode 27 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. We catch up with  some Judo in MMA. We talk about Kayla Harrison's last fight and two  other Judokas in MMA, Kevin Jousset and Andrea "KGB" Lee during the UFC  262 event. Then we talk about our Judo dojo's reopening. And a beginner  question we get a lot. Do I have to get a Judo Gi or can I wear my BJJ  GI? Why you need and should buy a Judo Gi. What are the big difference  between the two and other Gi's. The last thing we take about is a fun  l...
2021-05-211h 33Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 026 - Policing and Judo, USA Judo P3 ProgramIn episode 26 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. We interview Taybren Lee and Mike Verdugo about their new police Judo program they have developed. The Police, Professionals and PAL (P3) program is a joint effort between USA Judo and the National Association of Police Athletic/Activities Leagues (National PAL). The program is aimed at better preparing police officers on duty to handle stressful situations using Judo techniques, principles, deescalation and communication training. - What is the P3 program? [16:47] - Injury/fatigue concerns and what is the course like? [24:53] - Approaching with Judo...
2021-05-071h 28Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 025 - Anniversary episode! Reflections and forbidden techniques of judo.This episode of the Tatami Talk is kind of a special one for us. It's our one year anniversary episode. It's episode 25 and that means Anthony and Juan have been doing this podcast for one year now. We start the show by talking about the past year, our goals and plans for the future. The second half of the show we talk about a question that we get a lot, what are the forbidden/banned techniques in Judo (Kinshi Waza)? After that we talk a bit about the history of the leg grabbing ban in modern Judo and how...
2021-04-231h 13Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 024 - In memory of Hal Sharp and Toshihiko KogaIn episode 24 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony, we talk about the passing of two influential Judo players. 10th Dan Hal Sharp, and 9th Dan Toshihiko Koga. We reflect on their life and careers in Judo. We also talk about the Kani Basami disqualification this past week at the Antalya Grand Prix in Turkey, and about the up and coming Judo MMA fighter Kana Watanabe. -------------------------------------------  Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com  Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk Juan: @thegr8_juan Anthony: @anthonythrows Intro + Outro by Donald Rickert: @do...
2021-04-1056 minTatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 023 - Women's Self defense, interview with Beverly BakerIn episode 23 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony, We talk with special guest Beverly Baker founder and creator of Asphalt Anthropology and Street Smart Self Defense. We discuss her martial art background, how and why she got into Judo. We talk about what is Street Smart Self Defense and the differences between self defense training and martial art training. As well as how to find a good self defense school, and whether judo has influenced her approach to self defense. - Intro [1:30] - Street smarts self defense [6:45] - Staying aware vs being...
2021-03-221h 36Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 022 - Interview with Kristian Tyler, training in Canada vs USAIn episode 22 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony, we have a casual chat with Canadian American Judoka Kristian Tyler about Judo in America and Canada. The differences in techniques training, class structure and belt rank qualifications. We also talk about other grappling styles like Sambo, Catch Wrestling, Wrestling and BJJ. As well as a side conversation about sumo wrestling. Why Judo? [6:20] Getting a black belt in Canada [8:40] Competing in Canada [18:12] American vs Canadian Judo Training [26:20] Difference in judo styles [39:35] Sambo BJJ wrestling and other styles[45:11] Sumo [57:47] ------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com ...
2021-03-081h 23Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 021 - Doha Masters and Tokyo OlympicsIn episode 21 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. We talk about the  upcoming Tokyo Olympics in July, how exciting we are for them, and how the IJF is going to hold the the World Championship about a month later in September from Brussels. Will anyone that places at the Olympics go a  mount after the Olympics? We also talk about the IJF World Master's Tournament from last month out of Doha. ------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: Juan: https://www.instagram.com/thegr8_juan/ ...
2021-02-2146 minTatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 020 - Interview with Carrie Chandler. Fundraising for JudoIn episode 20 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony,  we chat with former   Team USA / Olympic alternate Carrie Chandler. We discuss her Judo  career and transitioning from being an international Judo competitor to  becoming the manager of a team USA Judo member and two time Olympian  Nick Delpopolo. We discuss her approach and thoughts on fund raising,  her experiences and growth as a manager, and the trials and tribulations  of not only being Nick's manager, but also being his significant other. Meeting Nick and becoming his manager [03:35]  Judo Clinics discussion [15:15] Fundraising discussion [23:55] Marketing discussion, kids judo program [36:30]  Relationship with Nick...
2021-01-301h 33Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 019 - Interview with AJDM committeePodcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify In episode 19 of Tatami Talk, this week we  discuss the American Judo Development Model (AJDM). With some of the  people who helped develop it. With special guest Larry Tsutsui from USJF, Chima Singh from USJA and Brian Olson from USA Judo. We will talk  about how the AJDM came about. What the plan for the AJDM is. What they  hope for the future of it is, and how it will help spread Judo in the  US. What...
2021-01-151h 16Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 018 - No gi Judo and other grappling stylesPodcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify In episode 18 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony, We talk a bit about  the past two submission Underground shows and the former Olympic gold  medalist Satoshi Ishii's performance in them. Then we go into a viewers  question about nogi Judo. How effective is it? How it works? What throws  work and which grips work for nogi Judo best in our opinions. As well  as talk about the All Japan Judo championships 2020. And A brief  discussion about Judo t...
2021-01-031h 06Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 017 - Abe vs Maruyama match, challenge matches and JudoPodcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify In episode 17 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony, They discuss the Abe  Vs Maruyama Judo match to decide the Japanese representative at the  2021 Tokyo Olympics at 66 kg. We also talk about the Kayla Harrison's  canceled Titan FC fight. As well as the former Olympic gold medalist  Satoshi Ishii competing in this weekend's submission underground for  their absolute weight championship. And how challenge grappling matches  could help promote and popularize Judo around the world and US. Abe vs...
2020-12-2552 minTatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 016 - Weight cutting and training recovery, Kayla Harrison's MMA fightPodcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify In episode 16 of Tatami Talk, Anthony and Juan talk a little bit more in  depth about the new American Judo System by Jimmy Pedro and Travis  Stevens. What they have put out so far on YouTube, Instagram and  Facebook. As well as what they are offering on their website. Then we  discuss the Judo and MMA career of Kayla Harrison. Her drop-down from  winning gold 2 times at 78 kg in the Olympics. To now fighting in MMA at  145 lb wit...
2020-12-071h 22Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 015 - Catch Wrestling with Raul RamirezPodcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify In episode 15 of Tatami Talk, Anthony and Juan chat with Raul Ramirez of Catch Wrestling Alliance. We talk about the history of catch wrestling, what is catch wrestling, and it's influence. Catch Wrestling vs other wrestling styles [6:56] History of Catch Wrestling and Catch Wrestling Alliance[14:35] Growing Catch Wrestling [20:13] Catch's influence on pro wrestling, Japan and Sakuraba [36:45] ------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: Juan: https://www.instagram...
2020-11-1950 minTatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 014 - Khabib retiring, Grand Slam Hungary, Jimmy Pedro's American Judo SystemPodcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify In episode 14 of Tatami Talk, Anthony and Juan talk about Khabib's fight  in UFC and his retirement from MMA. We talk about the Hungary Judo  Grand slam and the Kodokan Cup, and the American Judo System being  announced by Jimmy Pedro on his 50th birthday. Anthony recommends people  to check out a romance webtoon series based on Judo.   Khabib retiring [5:35]   Grand Slam Hungary [17:03]    Opinions on new fixing your gi rule [29:48]   Kodokan Cup [35:04]   Jimmy Pedro and the American Ju...
2020-11-031h 11Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 013 - Judo tournaments in the US and ways to improve themPodcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify In episode 13 of Tatami Talk, Anthony and Juan talk about their  experiences with competing in tournaments in the US, and what they think  are things that could be done to improve the experience and help them  grow. What do you guys think? Leave a comment or email us if you have  any ideas on how you would improve tournaments in the US or even outside  the US. Corrections to previous episode [1:50]  Judo news. USJA Summer nationals, Budape...
2020-10-2049 minTatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 012 - Judo in MMA, reviewing the AJDM coursePodcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify In episode 12 of Tatami Talk, Anthony takes the American Judo Development Model (AJDM) course and shares his thoughts with Juan. Juan and Anthony also talks about Judo in MMA. Does Judo work in MMA? Why don't we see judo in MMA? or are we just not recognizing it? Note: small correction after I went back to check, in the AJDM the polo shirt I  mentioned in this episode is not a mizuno poloshirt, its just a...
2020-10-061h 01Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 011 - Traveling to Japan as a recreational Judoka (Part 2)Podcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify In episode 11 of Tatami Talk, USA Judo Nationals cancelled. And the  second part of a two part interview, Juan talks with Anthony and Richard  about their trip to Japan to watch the 2019 World Championships, and  their experience training and traveling in Japan as recreational  Judokas. USA Judo Nationals cancelled [2:06]  Japan trip interview part 2 [09:23] ------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: Juan: https://www.instagram.com/t...
2020-09-211h 22Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 010 - Judo for self defense, traveling to Japan as a recreational Judoka, interview with Richard Contreras (Part 1)Podcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify In episode 10 of Tatami Talk, the first part of a two part interview, Juan talks with Anthony and Richard about their trip to Japan to watch the 2019 World Championships, and their experience training and traveling in Japan as recreational Judokas. We ask Richard about how he discovered Judo, and his experience with grappling as a gay man. We also talk about our personal experiences and opinion on Judo for self defense. Discovering Judo [2:10] Grappling...
2020-09-031h 03Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 009 - Interview with Philippe Morotti, former Swedish National teamPodcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify In episode 9 of Tatami Talk, Anthony and Juan talk with Swedish and  Scandinavian Champion, former Swedish National team member and now head  coach of Hollywood Judo Dojo. Godan Philippe Morotti Sensei. In this  interview we discuss the past, present and future of international and  US judo with Philippe. As well as his views on coaching judo today and  for the future of the sport. ------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on...
2020-08-141h 15Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 008 - American Judo Development Model, and tips for people interested in starting judo.Podcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify In episode 8 of Tatami Talk, Juan and Anthony talk about the American Judo Development model (https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Judo/AJDM) unveiled by USA Judo, USJF and USJA. We also answer some common questions and give tips for people thinking about starting judo. This episode was recorded on 7/24/2020. Listeners Email and feedback [2:20] American Judo Development Model [8:25] Answering Judo Beginner questions and tips [40:16] ------------------------------------------- Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on...
2020-07-2654 minTatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 007 - Competing in the World Championships as a GreenbeltPodcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify In episode 7 of Tatami Talk, Juan and Anthony interviews Quoc (Johnny) Ngo who competed in the 2019 IJF Judo World Championships for Vietnam as a Yonkyu.  This episode was recorded on 7/10/2020 Getting into Judo [1:15] Opportunity to fight in world championships [4:08] Preparing for the tournament [13:18] Most memorable experience [25:47] Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: Juan: https://www.instagram.com/thegr8_juan/ Anthony: https://www.instagram.com/anthonythrows/ J...
2020-07-1137 minTatami Talk
Tatami TalkTatami Talk Podcast Episode 006 - Kosen Judo, Freestyle judo and other rulesetsPodcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk  Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify   In episode 6 of Tatami Talk, Juan and Anthony talk about the alternate rule sets of judo in the U.S.  outside of IJF judo. Kosen Judo, Freestyle Judo and F2W judo.  This episode was recorded on 6/26/2020   USJA's Kosen Judo [2:47] Freestyle Judo [18:27] F2W Judo [29:48]   Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com  Follow us on Instagram: Juan: https://www.instagram.com/thegr8_juan/  Anthony: https://www.instagram.com/anthonythrows/
2020-06-2850 minTatami Talk
Tatami TalkEpisode 005 - Learning judo through videos onlinePodcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify In episode 5 of Tatami Talk, Juan and Anthony talk about learning judo through watching videos online. What to look out for, what are some red flags and how to get the most out of it. They also briefly talk about what kind of content they'd like to see more of. This episode was recorded on 6/12/2020 Having the basics to understand videos [1:45]  Importance of identifying mistakes [7:02]  Difference between how it's demonstrated and how it's used [9:46]  What beginners sho...
2020-06-1346 minTatami Talk
Tatami TalkEpisode 004 - Discussing Travis Stevens' How to Fix USA Judo videoPodcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify In episode 4 of Tatami Talk, Juan and Anthony discuss the new ideas set forth by Travis Stevens on USA Judo and the growth of Judo in the United States. This episode was recorded on 5/29/2020 Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram: Juan: https://www.instagram.com/thegr8_juan/ Anthony: https://www.instagram.com/anthonythrows/
2020-05-301h 08Tatami Talk
Tatami TalkEpisode 003 - Leg grabs and Promoting Judo to adults in USPodcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify In episode 3 of Tatami Talk, Anthony and Juan share their opinions on why Judo in the US is not as popular, and what they think can be done about it. They also share their disagreements on how leg grabs should be preserved.  Recorded on May 15th 2020   Current problems with judo for adults [3:10] Discussion on Marketing judo to adults [20:35] Leg grabs discussion [30:10] Email us: tatamitalk@gmail.com   Follow us on Instagram: ...
2020-05-1948 minTatami Talk
Tatami TalkEpisode 002 - Pandemic Quarantine TrainingPodcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk  Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify In episode 2 of Tatami Talk, Anthony and Juan introduce themselves to their audience, talking about their background in judo. Why they stuck with Judo and what they like about Judo. As well as about the global pandemic and things you can do to train in Judo on your own at this time.  This episode was recorded over Zoom ,there's some audio quality issues since I accidentally recorded with the wrong mic. Recorded on May 1st 2020 How we...
2020-05-0441 min