The Shintaro Higashi Show

Judo Is Hard | The Shintaro Higashi Show

Sensei Shintaro and David Kim break down why judo is so difficult and what makes it feel overwhelming at first. This podcast highlight gets into the details behind the st

Tall vs Short in Judo | The Shintaro Higashi Show

Shintaro sits down with David Kim to talk about the tall vs short dynamic and what changes when you’re facing a bigger, taller opponent. They break down how to handle the

The Timing Secret Most Judoka Miss! | The Shintaro Higashi Show

This week’s podcast is a special one! — we recorded it in person with David Kim. We talk about one of the biggest misunderstandings in judo: people think strength wins, b

Building the Ultimate Grappling Seminar | The Shintaro Higashi Show

In this episode, Shintaro Higashi and David Kim discuss Shintaro’s recent two-person seminar format with longtime friend and BJJ black belt Brian Glick. They break down h

Gym Strength Or Mat Power? | The Shintaro Higashi Show | #272

Kevin Kegel joins the show to break down strength & conditioning for grapplers, blending his background in powerlifting, gym ownership, and a return to judo. The conversa

Ken Gunji Will Change Your Judo | The Shintaro Higashi Show | #271

Shintaro and David discuss Ken Gunji, a high-level Japanese judoka training at the dojo, and the massive impact he’s had on the room. They dive into technical exchanges,

Offense and Defense | The Shintaro Higashi Show | Ep. 271

In this episode, Shintaro and David explore innovative approaches to teaching Judo, focusing on contextual training, defense strategies, and the development of a pedagogi

Training When You Don't Want To | The Shintaro Higashi Show | #270

In this conversation, Shintaro and David Kim discuss strategies for overcoming the reluctance to train, emphasizing the importance of reducing friction, establishing rout

My Biggest Losses | The Shintaro Higashi Show

In this episode of the Shintaro Higashi Show, Shintaro and David Kim delve into the theme of loss, exploring personal experiences in judo and wrestling. They discuss the

Olympic Qualification Finally! | The Shintaro Higashi Show

In this episode, Shintaro and David Kim discuss the latest updates on Olympic qualifications for judo in the United States. They explore the new criteria set by the IJF,

Dojo Development | The Shintaro Higashi Show

In this episode of the Shintaro Higashi Show, Shintaro and David Kim discuss the growth of Shintaro's dojo network, exploring the idea of affiliations rather than franchi

What Is No Gi Judo? | The Shintaro Higashi Show

In this episode, Shintaro dives deep into the concept of NoGi Judo—what it is, what it isn’t, and how it fits into today’s grappling landscape. He breaks down key differe

5 YouTube Lessons After 44 Million Views | The Shintaro Higashi Show

In this solo episode, Shintaro Higashi shares 5 key lessons he’s learned from growing a successful YouTube channel in the grappling space. With over 1,500 videos and 44 m

5 Lessons From Owning A Dojo | The Shintaro Higashi Show

In this solo episode, Shintaro Higashi breaks down five key lessons he’s learned from decades of running and consulting for martial arts dojos, including NYC’s Kokushi Bu

Tokyo Judo Tour Recap | The Shintaro Higashi Show

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London: What I Learned | The Shintaro Higashi Show

Shintaro is back from London and shares key takeaways from his recent judo seminar at Gracie Barra Royal Tunbridge Wells in England. In this solo episode, he reflects on

Blame The Uke! | The Shintaro Higashi Show

In this episode of the Shintaro Higashi Show, Shintaro and David dive into the often-overlooked but crucial relationship between uke and tori in judo and jiu-jitsu traini

Get Better Fastest: Mindful Training | The Shintaro Higashi Show

In this solo episode, Shintaro Higashi dives into the importance of mindful training for serious judo and jiujitsu improvement. He shares personal insights on how to stru

Help USA Judo | The Shintaro Higashi Show

In this solo episode, Shintaro Higashi shares a passionate call to action for the Judo community: support USA Judo by simply becoming a member. Drawing from personal conv

Drilling Basics Is A Myth! | The Shintaro Higashi Show

In this solo episode, Shintaro Higashi unpacks the myth of drilling basics—specifically the overemphasis on repetitive Uchi Komi in judo and other grappling arts. Drawing