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Fighting for Our Values: Politics, Fascism & the Future of Jiu-Jitsu
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In this special roundtable episode, Stephan Kesting, Steve Kwan, Jeff Shaw, and Jesse Walker for an unfiltered, deeply personal conversation about the growing political divide in the combat sports world.
They tackle tough questions:
ā¢ Why has far-right ideology gained traction in Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, and pro wrestling?
ā¢ Is it really possibleāor responsibleāto ākeep politics out of the gymā?
ā¢ How do we support vulnerable communities and still create welcoming, inclusive spaces on the mats?
ā¢ What does it actually mean to be a responsible coach, gym owner, or practitioner in 2025?
This isnāt just a political rantāitās a call to action for those who still believe martial arts can be a force for good.
š Like, share, and subscribe if you want to see more honest conversations like this.
š Featuring:
ā¢ Stephan Kesting (Grapplearts)
ā¢ Steve Kwan (BJJ Mental Models)
ā¢ Jeff Shaw (Bellingham BJJ)
ā¢ Jesse Walker (Rough Hands BJJ)
#BJJ #Politics #JiuJitsu #MMA #MartialArts #Fascism #ProgressiveJiuJitsu #CombatSports #BJJMentalModels
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