Sat, 4 November 2006  Here is a video montage of the 2006 US Open. Over 35 individual video ippon clips can be seen in the members section of www.thejudopodcast.com. The 2006 US Open featured some of the best players from across the US and around the world. Be sure to check out the site for more information!Comments[1] |
Wed, 25 October 2006  Mike and Gene meet with Neil Ohlenkamp, owner of www.judoinfo.com and author of new book, "Judo Unleashed". Neil talks about his new book "Judo Unleashed" and tell some behind the scene stories about the book. Neil, Rokyudan, talks about his start in judo, and the progression over time, including his involvement with the paralympics, and national coach for blind judo. Neil talks about the early days of judoinfo, which started in 1995 and now has over 250,000 visitors monthly. Mike, Gene and Neil talk briefly about the structure of websites, bandwidth and the associated costs. All agree that support is needed to keep websites like this available. Neil talks about his squeaky hip, especially when he throws harai goshi, since his hip replacement 2 years ago. Mike forgets to pack his underwear for Athens, Greece. Future episode on judo for the visually impaired is announced and will include Adam Blackburn from Salt Lake City USA Stars Judo and may also include another visit from Neil Ohlenkamp!Comments[0] |
Wed, 30 August 2006  Mike and Gene meet with Erik Ecker, a student from Chicago who is studying judo abroad in Korea. Erik shares his desire to go to Korea, and the training that he is going through. Breakdown of daily training sessions and techniques. This may turn into a 2 part podcast with possible interviews of instructors and or other students. Comments[0] |
Fri, 11 August 2006 Mike and Gene meet with Serge and his daughter Kaitlyn, Gene's son Kai, and Mike's student Stephen Sanders. The 3 juniors recently competed in the Jr. Nationals and the Jr. US Open. Stephen's desire is to pass along judo later as an instructor, Kai's is to develop the best technique, and Katelyn, well, she wants to kick butt and compete in the tournament with the rings...her goal is to be in the 2012 Olympics in London, and something tells me she will be there! This is a great podcast you won't want to miss, for all ages! Comments[1] |
Thu, 8 June 2006  -Mike and Gene talk with Serge Boussiou, founder of Mayo Quanchi and Brian Picklo, bronze medalist in the Sr. Nationals about the latest statements from USA Judo President R. Tripp -Serge wants to see 100,000 judo players in the US...we all agree! -Brian wants to beat up people for money -Gene wants Brian to find peace with himself -Serge announces his 2006 Ocean State Tournament Friday October 27 For more information, visit www.mayoquanchi.netjudo Comments[0] |
Thu, 18 May 2006 The Judo podcast interviews Aaron Cohen and Ronda Rousey. Aaron Cohen was a 3 time World Team Member, and Ronda Rousey is a World Jr. Champion, Olympic and World Team Member. Both just medaled gold in the US Sr. Nationals. Comments[0] |
Wed, 10 May 2006  -Gene, Charlie, Steph and Mike talk about Sr. Nationals in Houston -Steph announces the biggest upset of the competition -Congratulations to Steph for actually competing in Sr. Nationals! -Congratulations to Gene on his Godan promotion! -The "best ippons" contest is scheduled to start soon, so vote for your favorite -Gene, Charlie and Steph talk about a question regarding Tai Otoshi -Video content for members is coming soon, including a video interview of Sensei Jimmy Takamori, footage from Georgetown University Judo, and instructional content on Tai Otoshi, and response to the first podcast question of harai goshi, hane goshi and uchi mata -An audio interview for members is announced with Aaron Cohen and Rhonda Rousey, both won gold at the Sr. Nationals
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Fri, 14 April 2006 -Charlie announces that Steph took silver medal at the Northglenn tournament, congratulations Steph! -Steph talks about the womens divisions of the upcoming Sr. National -Steph, Charlie and Mike talk about the mens division of the upcoming Sr. Nationals -Gene joins in and talks about the caveman days of video Comments[0] |
Fri, 14 April 2006 -Thanks to USA Stars in Salt Lake City for the workout offer - Mike and Gene talk about the popularity of judo -Charlie and Steph join the show and talk about the upcoming Mose Woodson Classic -Steph introduces herself and announces she is competing in the Northglenn tournament and in Nationals -Gene and Charlie discuss judo ettiquite Comments[0] |
Sun, 19 March 2006  -Mike Darter and Gene Shin introduce themselves, Gene almost forgets where he is from...
-Gene opens his new school, Ssal Shin Jo Judo in Charlottesville, VA www.ssjjudo.com
-Main objective identified to promote judo through communication and sharing of information on all levels
-Gene is working on an interview of judo legend Sensei Jimmy Takamori from Georgetown Judo
-Local clubs across the US are identified as a major focus of the podcast
-Gene wants to produce a series of promotional videos
Vinh from www.kodokangear.com is donating a double weave Moskito compeition gi to be given away for the best ippon in Sr. Nationals...you be the judge when the videos get posted!
-Matt's question about harai goshi, hane goshi and uchi mata is answered
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