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How Jiu Jitsu Took Over The World | Unsubscribe Podcast Ep 274

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Hosted by Donut Operator and The Fat Electrician

2h 17m
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In this episode of the Unsubscribe Podcast, hosts Eli Doubletap, Brandon Herrera, Donut Operator, and The Fat Electrician are joined by martial artist and veteran Steve Hargit. The group covers a wide-ranging, chaotic conversation that spans historical military exploits, the origins and realities of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wild combat sports stories, and bizarre historical anecdotes. Steve shares tales from his deployments in Iraq and his transition into martial arts training, while the hosts trade incredible historical stories about WWII soldiers and legendary samurai duels. Throughout the episode, the speakers debate training methodologies, reflect on the gritty realities of combat, and share humorous stories from their internet research and encounters.

  • Understand that efficient training in martial arts requires focusing on survival and endurance rather than just trying to win every exchange. 1:04:47
  • Acknowledge that physical conditioning and mental toughness developed in service can translate into unexpected post-military careers. 55:25
  • Remember that traditional martial arts focused heavily on efficiency and survival rather than modern sporting rules. 1:32:00
  • Recognize that extreme situations and high-stress environments often forge unbelievable historical survival stories. 1:55:12

Chapters

  1. 0:00
  2. 1:10
    Recruiting a Japanese Guest for the Show

    The team discusses how they found a Japanese English teacher who became a viral YouTuber, and they plan to invite him to the podcast for a unique cultural exchange.

  3. 1:43
    Podcast Intro and Host Banter

    The hosts kick off the episode with playful introductions, teasing the podcast’s quirky tone and setting the stage for the upcoming stories.

  4. 5:29
    The Japanese Guest’s Texas Adventure

    The Japanese guest and his daughter travel to Texas, don cowboy outfits, and experience a humorous clash of cultures while the hosts enjoy the novelty.

  5. 6:00
    Steve’s Military Story and Jiu‑Jitsu Journey

    Steve recounts his Marine Corps deployment, the challenges of war, and how his combat experience shaped his approach to jiu‑jitsu.

  6. 9:00
    From War to Grappling: Training and Tournaments

    The conversation shifts to how the hosts train in jiu‑jitsu, their goals for competitions, and the camaraderie among fighters.

  7. 10:00
    Introducing the Jiu‑Jitsu Coach

    The hosts bring in their Brazilian jiu‑jitsu coach, Steve, and discuss his background, military service, and passion for grappling.

  8. 51:00
    Product Promotions and Light‑Hearted Segments

    The episode includes several ad spots, including a promotion for a supplement, a clothing brand, and a humor‑filled segment about a testicular cancer awareness campaign.

  9. 55:03
    From Military to Martial Arts Journey

    The hosts discuss the transition from military service to Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu training and competition.

  10. 1:06:07
    Industry Critique and Business Vision

    Debate over the current Jiu‑Jitsu industry, its business model, and the desire to create a more supportive environment.

  11. 1:08:00
    Marketing, Sponsorship, and Product Promotion

    The episode includes multiple product plugs, including Manscaped, Hexclad, and Nobletravel, interwoven with the conversation.

  12. 1:12:00
    Training Philosophy and Competition Mindset

    Exploration of how military training influenced the approach to Jiu‑Jitsu, focusing on discipline, rank, and competition.

  13. 1:26:23
    Inclusivity and Accessibility in Jiu‑Jitsu

    Discussion about making Jiu‑Jitsu welcoming for families, children, and individuals with autism.

  14. 1:31:39
    Historical Roots of Jiu‑Jitsu and Judo

    Hosts trace the evolution from traditional Japanese Jiu‑Jitsu to modern Judo and Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu.

  15. 1:41:28
    Closing Reflections and Future Directions

    Hosts wrap up the episode, reflecting on lessons learned and hinting at upcoming topics for future podcasts.

  16. 1:44:17
    History of Jiu‑Jitsu and Samurai Culture

    Hosts delve into the origins of jiu‑jitsu, its connection to samurai, and the etiquette of feudal Japan.

Highlights

  • 17:42

    Guarding Nuclear Facilitiesstory

    The hosts discuss a legendary, unconfirmed military story about Marines guarding a nuclear storage site at Fort Campbell who allegedly fired on a base commander's helicopter during a unauthorized flyover.

  • 22:50

    Preserving MacArthur's Elevatorstory

    The hosts recount visiting General Pershing's historic house, where they saw an elevator illegally installed by General MacArthur for his mother and a window cut into a wall by Bob Hope.

  • 48:39

    The Bulletproof Native Guidestory

    During a WWII jungle patrol, a soldier survives multiple bullet impacts while his indigenous guide becomes convinced the soldier's God makes him invincible, leading to an impromptu baptism.

  • 1:01:59

    Surrounded for Thirty Daysstory

    The host details the harrowing WWII story of a soldier who fought through Guadalcanal, survived being cut off and surrounded in the jungle for thirty days, and later fought in Korea and Vietnam.

  • 1:20:31

    The Origin of 12-to-6 Elbowsinsight

    The host explains that the ban on 12-to-6 elbows in MMA stems from an official visiting a karate demonstration in the early days and witnessing someone break landscaping bricks with one.

  • 1:45:18

    Samurai Wrestling at Dinnerinsight

    The guests and hosts explain how samurai used grappling and submission wrestling during dinner breaks on the battlefield to maim rivals without breaking the code against drawing weapons.

  • 1:51:15

    Killing a Rival with an Oarstory

    The group shares the legendary story of Miyamoto Musashi showing up three hours late to a duel and defeating his rival using a wooden sword carved from a boat oar.

  • 1:54:26

    Vlad the Impaler's Foreststory

    The hosts recount how Vlad the Impaler defeated an Ottoman army and left a massive forest of impaled corpses along a road as psychological warfare to deter further invasion.

Quotes

  • “First time I met him, I rolled with him and he goes, your jujitsu is fucking gay.”
    The Fat Electrician · 1:00
  • “You can just look at somebody's uniform and immediately know things about them.”
    The Fat Electrician · 58:22
  • “I won a world championship at brown belt.”
    Unnamed speaker · 1:01:37
  • “I just think it's funny that the boxing guys hire the jujitsu guys for security.”
    The Fat Electrician · 1:11:02
  • “So you have to be smart with how you use your time.”
    Unnamed speaker · 1:33:04
  • “One of my favorite quotes of all time is what makes you different is what makes you dangerous.”
    The Fat Electrician · 1:56:53
  • Progressive 0:06–0:57
  • Fabletics 17:01–17:40
  • 10,000 23:36–24:27
  • DoseDaily 35:02–35:33
  • Manscaped 50:40–52:17
  • Hexclad 1:08:23–1:09:08
  • Nobletravel 1:25:33–1:25:59
  • Saffir Credit 1:34:09–1:34:29
  • Safford Volkswagen 2:15:28–2:15:56

About this episode

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Transcript

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24,139 words · 6 speakers

Speaker names marked are inferred from speaking time and the show’s known hosts — they are not voice-verified.

Topics

  • Jujitsu
  • UFC
  • Japan
  • Judo
  • Texas
  • United States
  • India
  • Babylon
  • Fallujah
  • Green Beret

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