This episode of the Tatami Talk is kind of a special one for us. It's our one year anniversary episode. It's episode 25 and that means Anthony and Juan have been doing this podcast for one year now. We start the show by talking about the past year, our goals and plans for the future. The second half of the show we talk about a question that we get a lot, what are the forbidden/banned techniques in Judo (Kinshi Waza)? After that we talk a bit about the history of the leg grabbing ban in modern Judo and how it has affected competition and recreational Judo.

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Intro + Outro by Donald Rickert: @donaldrickert

Cover art by Mas: @masproduce

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In episode 24 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony, we talk about the passing of two influential Judo players. 10th Dan Hal Sharp, and 9th Dan Toshihiko Koga. We reflect on their life and careers in Judo. We also talk about the Kani Basami disqualification this past week at the Antalya Grand Prix in Turkey, and about the up and coming Judo MMA fighter Kana Watanabe.

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Follow us on Instagram: @tatamitalk

Juan: @thegr8_juan

Anthony: @anthonythrows

Intro + Outro by Donald Rickert: @donaldrickert

Cover art by Mas: @masproduce

Podcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk  Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify

In episode 23 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony, We talk with special guest Beverly Baker founder and creator of Asphalt Anthropology and Street Smart Self Defense. We discuss her martial art background, how and why she got into Judo. We talk about what is Street Smart Self Defense and the differences between self defense training and martial art training. As well as how to find a good self defense school, and whether judo has influenced her approach to self defense.

- Street smarts self defense [6:45]

- Staying aware vs being scared [25:57]

- Getting into judo, and how judo relates to self defense [34:55]

- Competing in judo vs other martial arts [39:34]

- Discussion on how to bring more women into Judo [46:36]

- "90% of fights go to the ground", BJJ and self defense [51:06]

- Mcdojos in self defense [01:10:40]

- Where to find Beverly + self promo [01:33:33]

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Beverly's Instagram: Beverly: https://www.instagram.com/asphalt_anthropology/

Beverly's Website: https://www.metrofinishschool.com/

LA Times Article: https://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-city-beat-downtown-los-angeles-street-smarts-20190523-story.html

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Juan: https://www.instagram.com/thegr8_juan/

In episode 22 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony, we have a casual chat with Canadian American Judoka Kristian Tyler about Judo in America and Canada. The differences in techniques training, class structure and belt rank qualifications. We also talk about other grappling styles like Sambo, Catch Wrestling, Wrestling and BJJ. As well as a side conversation about sumo wrestling.

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Kristian: https://www.instagram.com/kristiancastanets/

Intro + Outro by Donald Rickert: https://www.reverbnation.com/donaldrickert/song/30424371-powder-blues

Podcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk

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In episode 21 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony. We talk about the  upcoming Tokyo Olympics in July, how exciting we are for them, and how the IJF is going to hold the the World Championship about a month later in September from Brussels. Will anyone that places at the Olympics go a  mount after the Olympics? We also talk about the IJF World Master's Tournament from last month out of Doha.

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Intro + Outro by Donald Rickert: https://www.reverbnation.com/donaldrickert/song/30424371-powder-blues

Podcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk

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In episode 20 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony,  we chat with former   Team USA / Olympic alternate Carrie Chandler. We discuss her Judo  career and transitioning from being an international Judo competitor to  becoming the manager of a team USA Judo member and two time Olympian  Nick Delpopolo. We discuss her approach and thoughts on fund raising,  her experiences and growth as a manager, and the trials and tribulations  of not only being Nick's manager, but also being his significant other.

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Carrie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/senseicarrieusa/ 

Nick's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickforgold/ 

Nick's Website: http://www.nickdelpopolo.us/ 

Nick's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/sortaslicknick89

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Anthony: https://www.instagram.com/anthonythrows/

Intro + Outro by Donald Rickert: https://www.reverbnation.com/donaldrickert/song/30424371-powder-blues

Podcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk

Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify

Podcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk

Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify

In episode 19 of Tatami Talk, this week we  discuss the American Judo Development Model (AJDM). With some of the  people who helped develop it. With special guest Larry Tsutsui from USJF, Chima Singh from USJA and Brian Olson from USA Judo. We will talk  about how the AJDM came about. What the plan for the AJDM is. What they  hope for the future of it is, and how it will help spread Judo in the  US.

AJDM website: https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Judo/AJDM

AJDM Email: [email protected]

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Follow us on Instagram: Juan: https://www.instagram.com/thegr8_juan/

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Intro + Outro by Donald Rickert: https://www.reverbnation.com/donaldrickert/song/30424371-powder-blues

Podcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk

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In episode 18 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony, We talk a bit about  the past two submission Underground shows and the former Olympic gold  medalist Satoshi Ishii's performance in them. Then we go into a viewers  question about nogi Judo. How effective is it? How it works? What throws  work and which grips work for nogi Judo best in our opinions. As well  as talk about the All Japan Judo championships 2020. And A brief  discussion about Judo today in the US.

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All Japan Judo Federation youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/%E5%85%A8%E6%9F%94%E9%80%A3TV/videos

Rizin Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RIZINFIGHTINGFEDERATION/videos

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Email us: [email protected]

Follow us on Instagram: Juan: https://www.instagram.com/thegr8_juan/

Anthony: https://www.instagram.com/anthonythrows/

Intro + Outro by Donald Rickert: https://www.reverbnation.com/donaldrickert/song/30424371-powder-blues

Podcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk

Also listen on Apple iTunes, Google podcasts, Google Play Music and Spotify

In episode 17 of Tatami Talk with Juan and Anthony, They discuss the Abe  Vs Maruyama Judo match to decide the Japanese representative at the  2021 Tokyo Olympics at 66 kg. We also talk about the Kayla Harrison's  canceled Titan FC fight. As well as the former Olympic gold medalist  Satoshi Ishii competing in this weekend's submission underground for  their absolute weight championship. And how challenge grappling matches  could help promote and popularize Judo around the world and US.

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Follow us on Instagram: Juan: https://www.instagram.com/thegr8_juan/

Anthony: https://www.instagram.com/anthonythrows/

Intro + Outro by Donald Rickert: https://www.reverbnation.com/donaldrickert/song/30424371-powder-blues

Podcast Site: https://anchor.fm/tatamitalk

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In episode 16 of Tatami Talk, Anthony and Juan talk a little bit more in  depth about the new American Judo System by Jimmy Pedro and Travis  Stevens. What they have put out so far on YouTube, Instagram and  Facebook. As well as what they are offering on their website. Then we  discuss the Judo and MMA career of Kayla Harrison. Her drop-down from  winning gold 2 times at 78 kg in the Olympics. To now fighting in MMA at  145 lb with a record of 8-0 and being the PFL lightweight women's  champion. We finish up talking about how we recovery and help heal our  bodies from training. And touch a bit on weight cutting.

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Follow us on Instagram: Juan: https://www.instagram.com/thegr8_juan/

Anthony: https://www.instagram.com/anthonythrows/

Intro + Outro by Donald Rickert: https://www.reverbnation.com/donaldrickert/song/30424371-powder-blues