One of the most decorated women in all of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Hannette Staack has won almost every major title a competitor can win in the sport. Hannette discusses the pros and cons of being a woman in a male dominated sport, proper mat etiquette and answers questions from the listeners. [powerpress]
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Master Pedro Sauer is one of the most highly sought after instructors not only in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, but in all of martial arts. A childhood friend of Rickson Gracie, Master Sauer was trained and promoted to black belt by Grandmaster Helio Gracie himself. Master Sauer gives us a candid look into his life story. [powerpress]
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In this episode we are joined by Master Fabio Gurgel. World renown instructor, Vale Tudo and MMA veteran and decorated world champion Jiu-Jitsu competitor. Master Fabio talks about the history of BJJ in Brazil and his amazing life of fighting and teaching. [powerpress]
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In this episode, we are joined by Pedro “The Rock” Rizzo. The protégé of Marco Ruas and one of the all time greats of MMA and Vale Tudo. Pedro tells his story and reflects on the best and worst moments in his long career. [powerpress]
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In this episode, we are joined by Professor Joao “Johnny” Faria. Professor Joao talks about proper instruction, training and conditioning as well as his time spent working his way to become a black belt. [powerpress]
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In this episode we are joined by Professor Ricardo “Franjinha” Miller. A world champion, Pan Ams champion and highly respected instructor, Professor Franjinha gives insight on training and talks about his student, the late actor Paul Walker. [powerpress]
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In this episode we are joined by “The” Sara McMann. A lifelong wrestler and current fighter for the UFC, Sara shares her story with us and gives her opinions on the current state of women’s MMA and grappling. [powerpress]
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In this episode we are joined by 19 year old blue belt Max Madorsky. Max tells his story of his transformation from an obese teenager who was bullied relentlessly, to a healthy and confident MMA fighter. Max spends every day of his life trying to inspire change in others. [powerpress]
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In this episode, we are joined by Professor Sam Joseph. A black belt under the Yamasaki brothers and a decorated competitor, Sam gives his opinion on the current BJJ scene and gives some insightful advice on training methods and teaching styles. [powerpress]
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In this episode we are joined by Karo “The Heat” Parisyan. Karo was the man that brought high level Judo to MMA before Ronda Rousey made it cool! Karo shares his story of climbing the ranks in Judo under world famous Judo Master Gokor Chivichyan, his introduction to MMA and his life as a fighter. [powerpress]
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Grappling Central Short Film
