Everything is Bigger in the Dakotas! | The Shintaro Higashi Show
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Everything is Bigger in the Dakotas! | The Shintaro Higashi Show

In this episode, Shintaro Higashi shares stories from his judo seminar tour through North and South Dakota. From reverse claustrophobia to in-depth grip fighting systems, this episode is a deep dive into how regional dojos grow, adapt, and thrive — and why visibility might be jiu-jitsu’s biggest strength.

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Financials of USA Judo - Matthew Parker | The Shintaro Higashi Show
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Financials of USA Judo - Matthew Parker | The Shintaro Higashi Show

Financial expert and longtime judoka Matthew Parker dives deep into the inner workings of USA Judo. In this episode, he discusses the organization’s budget, fundraising goals, leadership accountability, and how he plans to bring transparency and reform to the board if elected.

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Natsumi Tsunoda Breakdown: Tomoe Nage and the Art of Beautiful Judo
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Natsumi Tsunoda Breakdown: Tomoe Nage and the Art of Beautiful Judo

What makes Natsumi Tsunoda’s tomoe nage so special? In this episode of The Shintaro Higashi Show, Shintaro and David Kim explore the gold medalist’s unorthodox straight-back tomoe nage, her brilliant transitions into armbar finishes, and why her technique is so effective—even when opponents know it’s coming.

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Mastering the Octopus Guard with Nelson Puentes
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Mastering the Octopus Guard with Nelson Puentes

Learn how to use the octopus guard to reverse pressure, create back exposure, and dominate from half guard. Nelson Puentes walks us through key details, concepts, and sweeps straight from Inverted Gear Academy.

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