Dirty 30!

In this episode of Chokes and Consciousness, hosts Michaela and Deja celebrate their 30th episode milestone, reflecting on their journey and the extensive content they've created. They discuss the impact of cold weather on their daily lives and the desire to move to warmer climates. They preview upcoming events in MMA and kickboxing, hinting at potential participation in future competitions. In this segment, the conversation revolves around upcoming jujitsu competitions, the experience of coaching high school girls wrestling, and the emotional impact of competing at various levels. They then discuss the importance of exposure and experience in sports, the challenges of different competition rules, and the growth that comes from coaching. They also delve into the concept of aggressive jiu-jitsu, exploring what constitutes 'dirty moves' and the mentality behind them. In this conversation, Deja and Michaela dive into various aspects of Jiu-Jitsu, focusing on the dynamics of techniques like neon belly, the ethics surrounding dirty moves, and the importance of hygiene in training. They discuss the implications of using weight in sparring, the nuances of wrist locks, and the respect required in a training environment. The conversation highlights the balance between competition and camaraderie, emphasizing the need for communication and mutual respect among practitioners. The discussion also delves into the art of aggression in jiu-jitsu, emphasizing the balance between aggression and technique, and the learning process through physical experience. Michaela and Deja explore the intricacies of movement, body dynamics, and the importance of understanding one's own physicality in combat sports. They discuss the balance between control and pressure, the significance of timing and energy management during rolls, and the distinction between aggression and recklessness in fighting. The dialogue emphasizes the need for self-awareness and strategic thinking in martial arts, while also touching on the emotional aspects of aggression and its impact on performance.

Chapters

00:00 Celebrating 30 Episodes of Chokes and Consciousness 03:01 Weather Talk: The Impact of Cold on Daily Life 06:01 Dreaming of Warmer Places: California and Beyond 09:00 Traveling West: Exploring the Pacific Northwest 12:03 Classroom Dynamics: Teaching in a Virtual World 14:59 Upcoming Events in MMA and Kickboxing 23:57 Upcoming Competitions and Events 29:12 High School Girls Wrestling State 33:15 Coaching Experience and Growth 43:05 Aggressive Jiu-Jitsu and Dirty Moves 46:40 The Dynamics of Neon Belly in Jiu-Jitsu 49:54 Understanding Dirty Moves in Training 52:19 The Ethics of Wrist Locks and Submissions 57:00 The Impact of Dirty Moves on Training 01:01:40 Hygiene and Respect in Jiu-Jitsu 01:05:50 Weight Dynamics and Fair Play in Sparring 01:10:15 Height and Size Perspectives in Sports 01:14:13 UFC Updates and Championship Changes 01:20:10 Adesanya's Shift in Mindset 01:30:27 The Art of Aggressive Jiu-Jitsu 01:37:30 Understanding Movement and Body Dynamics 01:40:15 The Balance of Control and Pressure 01:43:11 Timing and Energy Management in Rolls 01:45:41 Aggression vs. Recklessness in Combat 01:57:51 Embracing Your Inner Aggro