Keep the Flame Alive

Episode 46: Judo with Jimmy Pedro


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Jill and Contributor Ben Jackson chat with U.S. judo legend Jimmy Pedro about the sport, how it struggles to find its place within American sports/martial arts participation and its relationship with MMA. Plus we learn why 2x Olympic Gold medalist Kayla Harrison decided to start fighting MMA. Plus, the U.S. National Gymnastics Champs is in Boston! **DISCLAIMER: Olympic Fever is not endorsed by or affiliated with the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee.**
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Keep the Flame AliveBy Jill Jaracz & Alison Brown

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