Dirty White Belt Radio

Dirty White Belt Radio

The Dirty White Belt Radio show focuses on jiu-jitsu life and culture. Listen every Sunday on iTunes, Stitcher & Soundcloud for interviews with prominent BJJ figures, experts on fitness & nutrition, outstanding MMA practitioners and much more. www.dirtywhitebelt.com Twitter: @dwbbjj, @jeffshaw Insta: dirtywhitebelt #dwbbjj (We used to be the Cageside ConcussionCast) Our guests include top-tier fighters, teachers and trainers. We’ll let these experts explain how North Carolina became a jiu-jitsu hotbed, what fights to watch and when, how to execute techniques and what walkout music you should pick for your fight. We also promise fun and vegan recipes with a minimum of blunt trauma, but a maximum of entertainment.

Episodes

Dr. Wendy Rouse: The History of Women's Self Defense Jiu-Jitsu

May 22, 2020 • 41 mins
Dr. Wendy Rouse is a historian who has studied the origin of the women's self defense movement, as well as early jiu-jitsu in America -- including how President Theodore Roosevelt played a role in changing perceptions of this new-to-Americans art as an "unmanly" art. She's a professor of history at San Jose State University and the author of a book and many articles on these subjects. Check out some of the materials we reference ...
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Academy owners respond to coronavirus

March 22, 2020 • 61 mins
It's a time of upheaval and uncertainty in the jiujitsu community. We talked to four academy owners (five including Jeff) from both coasts and a wide range of experiences about how they're responding to the crisis -- by serving students in new ways and thinking about supporting the BJJ community at large. Our panel included James Foster (Foster Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, open 17+ years), Cody Maltais (Elevate MMA Academy, open 4 years), ...
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Inside a Black Belt Test

January 7, 2020 • 36 mins
Ever wanted window inside a black belt test? A few months ago, Jeff -- and two other brown belts from his school -- were told to be prepared for anything on Dec. 15. Betsy talked to each of them before, during and afterward. Check this show out for an inside look at one of the most important days in a jiu-jitsu journey. Thanks as always to our sponsors! US Grappling comes to Atlantic City, NJ on April 4, Richmond VA on April 2, an...
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Oliver Taza on technique, instruction, and returning from injury: Dec. 21, 2019

December 21, 2019 • 49 mins
Oliver Taza is already one of the best no-gi grapplers in the world just 7 years after starting jiujitsu. He talks with us about how great instruction contributes to his success, about the mental and physical challenge of recovering from ACL surgery, about the similarities and differences between Firas Zahabi and John Danaher, and much more. We also talk about the new podcast he's launched with Pierre-Olivier LeClerc, the Off Balan...
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Felicia Oh at Bellingham BJJ: June 23, 2019

June 23, 2019 • 54 mins
Felicia Oh is a legend of jiu-jitsu, the sixth woman outside of Brazil to earn a black belt -- but her origin story in the art involves the Y2K scare, the LA Marathon and Rudy Fischmann. The masters world champion and ADCC silver medalist talks to us about what training with Jean-Jacques Machado and Eddie Bravo was like, and how 10th Planet came about; about starting at 33 years old and becoming an elite grappler, competing against...
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Andrew Smith on BJJ Path

March 29, 2019 • 41 mins
One of our first guests, Andrew Smith, returns to discuss how project — an online learning site called BJJ Path. Listen for details on how you can get a deal on the site. We also discuss best practices for learning jiujitsu, including why drilling classes are great.
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Jess Munter at the Revolution: Quick Hit Episode

March 5, 2019 • 8 mins
You first heard from adaptive athlete Jess Munter a year ago, on the "Adaptive X-Men" episode. A lot has changed in a year, and Jess just notched a landmark win. We talked to her right after. Huge thanks to our sponsors, US Grappling, Toro BJJ and Cageside MMA! Register online for 2019 tournaments at usgrappling.com, and remember that black belts compete for free. If you need gear to compete, the best products, prices and custome...
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Cindy Hales of Sleeper Jiu-Jitsu: One of the Dirty Dozen

March 3, 2019 • 45 mins
Cindy "Sleeper" Hales is one of the first ever women to earn a black belt in jiu-jitsu, and is opening her own school in Lynnwood, Washington, this spring. One of the famous "dirty dozen" first 12 women black belts, Cindy talked with Jeff & Lourdes about jiu-jitsu history, training philosophy and vegan straight edge punk rock, among other things. Plus, we got to talk about Bikini Kill. Check out Cindy on instagram at @sleeper96! H...
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The 2018 DWB Awards! Plus, Finishers Series Winner Austin Daffron

January 14, 2019 • 47 mins
Special show: It's the 2018 Dirty White Belt Awards! We tell you who our distinguished panel of 7 judges voted for, and we play your voicemails about some of the winners and honorable mentions. Plus, an interview with Show the Art Finishers winner Austin "DuckJitsu" Daffron, who has a busy 2019 planned. A longer post will follow on the blog detailing the winners. Thanks as always to our sponsors, US Grappling, Toro BJJ and Cagesi...
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Toro Cup 12: The Fischmanns' Fight & The Next Generation

December 13, 2018 • 26 mins
It's the final show of 2018! At Toro Cup 12, Lourdes interviews four young women who represent the future of grappling -- and the present as well, since all four competed on the superfight card. That card raised funds for the family of Rudy Fischmann, a member of the jiu-jitsu community who is battling brain cancer. You can support the Fischmanns' Fight here: https://www.gofundme.com/the-fischmanns-fight Huge thanks to our sponsor...
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MMA For Africa: the LionHeart Initiative at Toro Cup 11

September 23, 2018 • 24 mins
Were you at Toro Cup 11? Lourdes did a bunch of interviews with competitors -- and with the people behind MMA For Africa, the beneficiary of the charity event. Hear about what inspired them, the centuries old Senegalese wrestling style that may be helping BJJ evolve, the possibility of African athletes on Toro Cup, and how YOU can volunteer to help. Register online at usgrappling.com to compete on Sep. 29 in Virginia Beach, or in...
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Grapplers: Here's How To Prevent Staph, MRSA, Ringworm & More

September 15, 2018 • 52 mins
Hey grapplers, have you ever wondered what the best way to prevent skin infections is? How soon you need to shower after training, and what soap to use? Hey gym owners: want to know a few small, important steps you can take to keep your mats safer? Dr. Azam Anwar joins us to answer listener questions about just that! After Dr. Anwar's battle with MRSA 10 years ago, he was inspired to figure out ways to prevent this from happening t...
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Masters Worlds with Chela Tu: Austin Daffron goes to Switzerland

August 31, 2018 • 44 mins
It's hard to make great radio while you're competing on the big stage, but twin sisters Chela & Maylin Tu did just that while Chela was getting a bronze at masters worlds! You should hear the segment they produced -- especially if you're a jiujitsu competitor whose loved ones don't understand it. We also do a long, featured interview with Austin Daffron, an active purple belt competitor in the Northwest whose jiujitsu travels are t...
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KCRW Radio Race 2018 -- The New Normal: Nation of two

August 26, 2018 • 3 mins
Solo moms. Mothers by choice. Parenthood changes everything -- eventually, even the world. This is our entry for KCRW's #RadioRace 2018. Original music provided by the Better Made and Voluptuous Panic.
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Sarah Kurchak on Writing, Pillow Fighting, Wrestling and More

July 22, 2018 • 64 mins
Sarah Kurchak is one of the most interesting writers about fight culture. Her introduction to this world came when she competed in a professional pillow fighting league -- and you’ll learn what black belt world champion ALSO competed in that league. We also talk about Sarah’s entry into Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and muay thai, what she thinks is the most vital storytelling currently happening -- professional wrestling -- and her advice f...
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The Champ Is Here: Jamil Hill-Taylor, the 1st African American IBJJF World Champion, talks technique

July 14, 2018 • 36 mins
Jamil Hill-Taylor is a rising star in the jiu-jitsu world. He’s young, he’s talented, he’s now a black belt world champion -- and he’s just getting started. When he was at Checkmat Charlotte for a seminar this past week, Lourdes took the chance to interview the soon-to-be graduate of Howard University about his proudest achievement so far, his toughest competition at worlds, and what he really thinks about yoga. They also discuss ...
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Talking Art and Open Minds With James "300" Foster

July 7, 2018 • 52 mins
James “300” Foster is a renaissance man, a lover of jiu-jitsu, art, charity work, and open-minded attitudes. I met him at his academy in Kent, Washington, where he hosted 10th Planet athletes Nathan Orchard and Phill Schwartz for a joint seminar. He walked in carrying a Chewbacca lunchbox and I knew this was going to be a great conversation. He’s also an accomplished competitor, having won the black belt master world championship....
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Gustavo Dantas, the BJJ Mental Coach: plus, Bryce Lighthall & Ryan Homer

July 1, 2018 • 60 mins
At IBJJF worlds, we talk to Gustavo Dantas, the BJJ Mental Coach, about the high-level performance coaching he provides, his jiu-jitsu non-profit, and the top mental mistakes competitors make. Check out his work at https://www.thebjjmentalcoach.com/. We also catch up with purple belt competitors Bryce Lighthall of Alliance, who trains under Bruno Malfacine, and Ryan Homer of Diego Bispo Academy. Thanks as always to our sponsors, U...
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Toro Cup 10: A Milestone For the Southeast Grappling Showcase

June 24, 2018 • 54 mins
After 10 events, Toro Cup has put on hundreds of matches and raised more than $17,500 for charity. We offer a recap, including interviews with competitors Deandre Corbe, Evan Arredondo, Christina Linn, Terah Heiber and Aren Besson -- and a fascinating group conversation with Lourdes, Amber Agee, Caitlin Huggins, Chrissy Linzy and Samantha Seff! Thanks as always to our sponsors, US Grappling, Toro BJJ, and Cageside MMA -- and welc...
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Robert Drysdale Makes Jiujitsu History -- Again

June 16, 2018 • 42 mins
You probably know Robert Drysdale because he’s one of the most accomplished grapplers of his generation, having won both the IBJJF world championship and the ADCC absolute championship. What you might not know is that he’s a trained historian. And his project Closed Guard: The Movie, is going to be the first comprehensive film that tackles Brazilian jiu-jitsu history from a scholarly perspective. At the world championships this yea...
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