In this solo episode, Shintaro Higashi delivers a passionate monologue on why Judo needs to be made easier and more accessible, especially for beginners. Drawing on personal experience and insights from both his dojo and national trends, he offers practical advice for reducing injuries, retaining new students, and helping Judo grow in the U.S.00:00 Why Judo Needs to Be Easier01:30 Early Randori Is a Mistake02:45 The Rare Beginner Who Pushes Through04:00 Redesigning the First Phase of Training05:00 Preventing Injuries Through Smarter Pairing06:00 Controlled Randori for Beginners07:00 Why BJJ Feels Safer for New Students07:45 Lowering the Barrier to Grow Judo🚨 LIMITED-TIME OFFER: 40% OFF 🚨The All-in-One Instructional Bundle just got even better.Every major instructional. One complete system. Now at our biggest discount yet.Grab yours now at 40% off : https://higashibrand.com/products/all-instructionalsThis won’t last. Build your game today.🔥 Get 20% OFF FUJI Gear! 🔥Looking to level up your judo training with the best gear? FUJI Sports has you covered. Use my exclusive link to grab 20% OFF high-quality gis, belts, bags, and more.👉 https://www.fujisports.com/JUDOSHINTARO 👈No code needed – just click and save!Links:🇯🇵 Kokushi Budo Institute (The Dojo) Class Schedule in New York, NY 🗽: https://www.kokushibudo.com/schedule🇯🇵 Higashi Brand Merch & Instructionals: https://www.higashibrand.com📚 Shintari Higashi x BJJ Fanatics Judo Courses & Instructionals Collection: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/shintaro-higashi/
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Old Man Judo: Charleston Recap | The Shintaro Higashi Show
Shintaro Higashi recaps his recent trip to Charleston, South Carolina, where he conducted three judo seminars and competed in the South Carolina Veterans Judo Open. He dives deep into the growing importance of "Old Man Judo," the rise of the Veterans Judo Association, and why supporting judo for adults 30+ is critical for the future of the sport in the U.S.00:00 Charleston Trip Recap and Shoutouts00:50 The Need for Veterans Judo01:50 Tournament Structure and Adult Participation02:30 Launch of the Veterans Judo Association03:20 Financial Realities in USA Judo04:20 Largest Masters Turnout to Date05:00 Importance of the 30+ Judo Community06:00 Plans for a NYC Veterans Tournament06:30 Charleston Seminars Recap07:10 Call to Action: Support Veteran Judo🚨 LIMITED-TIME OFFER: 40% OFF 🚨The All-in-One Instructional Bundle just got even better.Every major instructional. One complete system. Now at our biggest discount yet.Grab yours now at 40% off : https://higashibrand.com/products/all-instructionalsThis won’t last. Build your game today.🔥 Get 20% OFF FUJI Gear! 🔥Looking to level up your judo training with the best gear? FUJI Sports has you covered. Use my exclusive link to grab 20% OFF high-quality gis, belts, bags, and more.👉 https://www.fujisports.com/JUDOSHINTARO 👈No code needed – just click and save!Links:🇯🇵 Kokushi Budo Institute (The Dojo) Class Schedule in New York, NY 🗽: https://www.kokushibudo.com/schedule🇯🇵 Higashi Brand Merch & Instructionals: https://www.higashibrand.com📚 Shintari Higashi x BJJ Fanatics Judo Courses & Instructionals Collection: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/shintaro-higashi/
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I'm On A Boat w/Kevin Koenig, aka theyachtfella | The Shintaro Higashi Show
In this episode, Shintaro Higashi and David Kim ( @midjitsu ) sit down with Kevin Koenig — aka @theyachtfella (Instagram)— a jiu-jitsu brown belt and luxury yacht journalist who’s written for the New York Times, GQ, Yachting Magazine, and more. They dive deep into the ultra-wealthy world of mega-yachts, watches, private submarines, and celebrity DMs — all while exploring how jiu-jitsu keeps Kevin grounded in one of the most exclusive industries on the planet.00:00 – Introduction to Kevin Koenig and his background04:00 – Rise in the yachting world and Instagram fame07:00 – Celebrity DMs and high-profile followers09:30 – Billionaires who train jiu-jitsu and grappling on yachts12:00 – Yacht tiers, pricing, and operating costs explained16:00 – Inside the most extravagant superyachts19:00 – The psychology of wealth and billionaire behavior22:00 – Kevin’s wildest journalism stories26:00 – Reflections on money, luxury, and happiness31:00 – The real yacht buyers: mining, farming, and dealership empires34:00 – Gilded Age 2.0 and the scale of extreme wealth36:30 – American sportfishing yachts and cultural contrasts38:00 – Jiu-jitsu in the yacht industry and dealing with egos39:00 – The demanding reality of working on yachts41:00 – Yacht crew shortages and industry shifts42:00 – How Starlink is changing yacht ownership44:00 – Final reflections on wealth, yachts, and the future🚨 LIMITED-TIME OFFER: 40% OFF 🚨The All-in-One Instructional Bundle just got even better.Every major instructional. One complete system. Now at our biggest discount yet.Grab yours now at 40% off : https://higashibrand.com/products/all-instructionalsThis won’t last. Build your game today.🔥 Get 20% OFF FUJI Gear! 🔥Looking to level up your judo training with the best gear? FUJI Sports has you covered. Use my exclusive link to grab 20% OFF high-quality gis, belts, bags, and more.👉 https://www.fujisports.com/JUDOSHINTARO 👈No code needed – just click and save!Links:🇯🇵 Kokushi Budo Institute (The Dojo) Class Schedule in New York, NY 🗽: https://www.kokushibudo.com/schedule🇯🇵 Higashi Brand Merch & Instructionals: https://www.higashibrand.com📚 Shintari Higashi x BJJ Fanatics Judo Courses & Instructionals Collection: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/shintaro-higashi/
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3x Olympian Angie Delgado Talks USA Judo Athlete Commission | The Shintaro Higashi Show
Three-time Olympian Angie Delgado returns to the podcast with Shintaro Higashi to discuss her candidacy for the Team USA Athlete Commission, her vision for the future of USA Judo, and the financial challenges elite athletes face. From personal sacrifices to funding strategies and athlete development, Angie shares what it really takes to succeed at the highest level of judo.🚨 LIMITED-TIME OFFER: 40% OFF 🚨The All-in-One Instructional Bundle just got even better.Every major instructional. One complete system. Now at our biggest discount yet.Grab yours now at 40% off : https://higashibrand.com/products/all-instructionalsThis won’t last. Build your game today.🔥 Get 20% OFF FUJI Gear! 🔥Looking to level up your judo training with the best gear? FUJI Sports has you covered. Use my exclusive link to grab 20% OFF high-quality gis, belts, bags, and more.👉 https://www.fujisports.com/JUDOSHINTARO 👈No code needed – just click and save!Links:🇯🇵 Kokushi Budo Institute (The Dojo) Class Schedule in New York, NY 🗽: https://www.kokushibudo.com/schedule🇯🇵 Higashi Brand Merch & Instructionals: https://www.higashibrand.com📚 Shintari Higashi x BJJ Fanatics Judo Courses & Instructionals Collection: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/shintaro-higashi/David Kim YT/Instagram: @midjitsu
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Making $$ with Michael Darda | The Shintaro Higashi Show
In this episode, David sits down with Michael Darda — Chief Economist and Macro Strategist at Roth Capital Partners, frequent guest on Bloomberg, CNBC, and Fox Business, and a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt. They discuss Mike’s journey from economist to accomplished grappler, the parallels between markets and the mat, and how he blends his professional insights with martial arts lessons. From avoiding injury to navigating yield curve inversions, Mike shares wisdom for both training partners and investors.00:00 – Introduction & Background02:00 – Finding Jiu-Jitsu06:00 – Training Smart Over Time09:00 – Asymmetric Risk in Markets & BJJ14:00 – Ego, Risk, and Learning21:00 – Training in Your 30s vs. 50s24:30 – Macro & Markets: Why No Recession Yet?35:00 – Outlook Going Forward40:00 – Integrating BJJ into Professional Life46:00 – Closing Thoughts🚨 LIMITED-TIME OFFER: 40% OFF 🚨The All-in-One Instructional Bundle just got even better.Every major instructional. One complete system. Now at our biggest discount yet.Grab yours now at 40% off : https://higashibrand.com/products/all-instructionalsThis won’t last. Build your game today.🔥 Get 20% OFF FUJI Gear! 🔥Looking to level up your judo training with the best gear? FUJI Sports has you covered. Use my exclusive link to grab 20% OFF high-quality gis, belts, bags, and more.👉 https://www.fujisports.com/JUDOSHINTARO 👈No code needed – just click and save!Links:🇯🇵 Kokushi Budo Institute (The Dojo) Class Schedule in New York, NY 🗽: https://www.kokushibudo.com/schedule🇯🇵 Higashi Brand Merch & Instructionals: https://www.higashibrand.com📚 Shintari Higashi x BJJ Fanatics Judo Courses & Instructionals Collection: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/shintaro-higashi/
Welcome to The Shintaro Higashi Show, where martial arts, life, and business collide. Hosted by Shintaro Higashi—Judo and BJJ black belt, former world-level competitor, and lifelong grappler (wrestling and sambo)—this podcast dives into training, competition, coaching, and life on and off the mats. Expect deep dives into technique, strategy, and mindset, plus unfiltered takes on the martial arts world. Whether you're a competitor, coach, or just a fan of combat sports, this show has something for you!