Judo Chop Suey Podcast

What's it like to go to a training camp featuring Travis Stevens?  If you want to find out then listen to this episode.  Judo Joe joins Judo Dave to discuss the Judo Veterans Camp at Riviera Maya, teaching BJJ students Judo, a continued discussion on Yoko Wakare, and his thoughts on Kayla Harrison's MMA debut.   Catching up with Joe and how he structures his Judo for BJJ classes. [2:03]  Saturday...

If there was a Mt. Rushmore of Judo greats who would you put on there?  Judo Dave delves intot this topic, talks about learning Yoko Wakare from Sensei YouTube, and very special promotion by the USJF, and a historic alliance between the Republic of Korea and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea. Grappz: Your days of taping fingers are over. [02:45]   JudoCon: It's better than MegaCon. [08:00]...

David Ellis, an IJF-B certified referee and a fixture in Florida Judo, joins the show to discuss his career as a referee.  Judo Dave also discusses the results of the US Senior Nationals plus thoughts on Deadpood 2, Kayla Harrison in MMA, and Ronda Rousey's match at Money In The Bank.   The Judo Chop Suey Podcast is presented by Health IQ, a life insurance agency that helps fit and active people g...

Google Trends shows a concerning metric with regards to Judo as a search topic.  Judo Dave delves into this topic and what it may mean for Judo's long term growth in certain parts of the world.  Breaking news on the World Judo Championships front and a discussion on stiff arming in Judo.    The Judo Chop Suey Podcast is presented by Health IQ, a life insurance agency that helps fit and active peop...

Judo Dave gave No-Gi Judo a second chance and is here to give his thoughts and opinions on his latest experience doing No-Gi Judo.  Team USA has impressive results in two tournaments and Judo Dave has two very special announcements to make and one breaking news item as of 4/24/2018!   The Judo Chop Suey Podcast is presented by Health IQ, a life insurance agency that helps fit and active people get...

Is giving an honorary black belt to someone a good thing or a bad thing?  Judo Dave delves into this topic, talks about the Tbilisi Grand Prix, and of course gives his thoughts on Ronda Rousey's performance at Wrestlemania 34. The Judo Chop Suey Podcast is presented by Health IQ, a life insurance agency that helps fit and active people get lower rates on their life insurance.  Please visit https:/...

Rey Berrones, a long time listener, joins the Judo Chop Suey podcast as a guest co-host to talk about his experiences as a middle-aged Judoka, his thoughts on the historic Alliance Agreement between the three major Judo organizations in the United States, and his thoughts on the Ekaterinburg Grand Slam.    The Judo Chop Suey Podcast is presented by Health IQ, a life insurance agency that helps fit...

Sensei Steve Scott joins the podcast to discuss Ronda Rousey’s induction into the International Sports Hall of Fame, her promotion to rokudan, Dr. AnnMaria De Mars’ promotion to shichidan, and Becky Scott’s promotion to shichidan.  Plus, Judo Dave delves into the conspiracy on the IJF changing rules to benefit certain countries.    The Judo Chop Suey Podcast is presented by Health IQ, a life insur...

Fédération Française de Judo (FFJudo) attempts to put their foot down on the new IJF rules.  Will other organizations follow suit?  A brief discussion on the history of Judan rank holders in the United States, Paris Grand Slam results, Marius Vizer Twitter Q&A, and listener reaction!    The Judo Chop Suey Podcast is presented by Health IQ, a life insurance agency that helps fit and active people g...

A look back into the evolution of competitve Judo rules, the difference between how O Soto Gari is taught vs. how it's actually performed, thoughts on Ronda Rousey's appearance at the Royal Rumble.  Plus, listener reaction!   The Judo Chop Suey Podcast is presented by Health IQ, a life insurance agency that helps fit and active people get lower rates on their life insurance.  Visit https://www.hea...

Happy New Year again to all of you out there in podcast land!  On this episode Judo Dave talks about the IJF rule changes and clarifications that came out of the IJF Referee and Coaching Seminar held in Mittersill, Austria.  Judo Dave also talks about lifting weights as a middle aged man and how that has helped his Judo and his overall fitness.  O Goshi, Team USA news, and of course...Star Wars. S...

Happy New Year!  Judo Dave Roman is ringing in the new year with a special guest co-host.  Cody Strey, the host of The CodyJitsu Podcast and a BJJ purple belt (noting that ensures a 10% increase in downloads), joins the podcast to talk about Judo and BJJ.  On this episode Cody and I talk about many things including the following topics:   Our podcasting experiences.  [4:27]   Cody's Judo and BJJ a...

Yuletide Greetings, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Festive Kwanzaa, and Festivus for the rest of us!  Whatever you choose to observe this holiday season (even if it's nothing) my gift to you is another episode of this podcast.  On this episode Judo Dave talks about Travis Stevens' comments on USA Judo, the Tokyo Grand Slam, and the Judo Federation of Australia may have changed their promotion st...

The Judo Chop Suey Podcast celebrates its one year anniversary today!  Judo Dave reflects on the past year, experiences with podcasting, the highs, the lows, and most importantly the appreciation and gratitude he has for all those who listened and participated.  Judo Dave also talks about the upcoming Tokyo Grand Slam and a new episode of Judo World!   Tokyo Grand Slam [27:00]   Judo World [34:45]...

Judo Dave Roman is back from hiatus to talk about the good and the bad in regards to the IJF rule changes.  I also talk about the World Open Championships held a few weeks ago in Marrakech, Morocco, the results, and Israel once again has to endure more shenanigans for the second tournament in a row.    Thoughts on Stranger Things 2 [4:03]   My rededication to improving fitness [6:00]   Listener re...

World Judo Day is on October 28th and the theme is Courage.  I am left wondering who in the IJF has the courage to take a stand against discrimination.     Special training session at Ybor City Jiu Jitsu Club. [1:59]   Housekeeping items and listener reaction. [6:40]   Critique my tai otoshi! [15:00]    World Judo Day. [17:27]    Abu Dhabi Grand Slam and Israel. [20:57]   Critique my tai otoshi: h...

Judo Joe is back as a guest co-host of the Judo Chop Suey podcast!  In this episode we talk about Judo for BJJ, whether BJJ rank should be a factor in determining Judo rank, what it's like training with an elite level Judo athlete, Travis Stevens and his new initiative called Project 2024, and some discussion on Team USA's performance in the World Judo Championships.  We close the show with a disc...

The reports of my demise due to Hurricane Irma have been greatly exaggerated!  Judo Dave Roman is back to review the Suzuki World Judo Championships held in Budapest, Hungary.  I go into detail on every division winner and medalist plus I compare my predictions to the actual results.  I also give my thoughts on Team USA's performance and what the next steps could possibly be.     Hurricane Irma [0...

A new Judo program is airing on a channel President Trump frequently calls "FAKE NEWS".  This bit of news isn't fake.  It's very real and I'm excited about it.  I also give my thoughts on the Conor McGregor vs. Floyd Mayweather Jr. fight.  Marius Vizer gets four more years. A full outline with time stamps of the show is as follows: McGregor vs. Mayweather. [Intro]   Judo World Championship Draws....

Cobra Kai is in the episode title.  'Nuff said.  Well, almost.  I give my predictions for the Suzuki World Championships starting in twwwrrrrorooooo wrrreeaaaakkks, a review of the Cadet World Championships, two new jobs by USA Judo, and I talk a little NFL.   A full outline with time stamps of the show is as follows: More on Yoko Tomoe Nage [2:08]   The National Football League [10:28]   Cobra Ka...

Judo Dave Roman is going to be a certified USA Judo coach after attending the clinic at the US Open in Ft. Lauderdale.  Judo Dave is also embarking on an endeavor to become proficient at yoko tomoe nage.   The Judo Chop Suey podcast is sponsored by The Nik and Si show.  The Nik and Si show can be watched at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/user/nikandsi     The outline of the show is as...

Have a billion people watched IJF events in 2017?  I have my doubts about that!  Thoughts on Marius Vizer Q&A and a continuing discussion of kata.     The Judo Chop Suey podcast is sponsored by The Nik and Si show.  The Nik and Si show can be watched at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/user/nikandsi     The outline of the show is as follows:   Winter is here. [4:19]   A new podcast by P...

Finally an episode about kata!  Judo Dave dishes his thoughts on kata, what it is, whether or not it has a place in today's training environment, and kata competitions.  Judo Dave also talks about a common problem at Judo tournaments that happened to one of his students at the USJA Grassroots Summer Nationals.   The Judo Chop Suey podcast is sponsored by The Nik and Si show.  The Nik and Si show c...

A professional wrestler picks a fight with the Kodokan.....and wins?  Thoughts on the Cancun Grand Prix and Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Conor McGregor. The Judo Chop Suey podcast is sponsored by The Nik and Si show.  The Nik and Si show can be watched at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/user/nikandsi   The outline of the show is as follows: Thoughts on Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs Conor McGrego...

Happy Father's Day to all you fathers, father figures, and sensei out there!  On this episode Judo Dave discusses his thoughts on kyu ranks teaching Judo, the Marius Vizer Twitter Q&A, and the Cancun Grand Prix.  Judo Dave also gives his thoughts on Wonder Woman and why the movie Logan has ruined super hero movies for him moving forward.   The Judo Chop Suey podcast is sponsored by The Nik and Si...