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SBG Podcast

Welcome to the Straight Blast Gym Podcast. SBG is a world wide organization of BJJ ( Brazilian Jiu Jitsu ), MMA ( Mixed Martial Arts ),/ Functional Martial arts, organization that was founded by Matt Thornton in 1992. Stay tuned in to the SBG Podcast for breaking news, concepts, interviews, and more covering Brazilian Jiu Jitsu BJJ, and MMA! As SBG enters into its 25th year, we are closing in on more than 100 locations. We can be found on every continent on the planet (except Antarctica). We have some of the world’s biggest and best MMA champions. Our BJJ athletes can be found medaling, every weekend, all across the planet. Our coaches have helped to revolutionize law enforcement and military curriculums. And SBG as a whole has helped to lead a revolution in the Martial Arts. What Bruce Lee talked about when he spoke of Jeet Kune Do, is what SBG became – science based, focused on truth, where the individual, not the established style or system, reigns supreme. And while all of us who are part of SBG are proud of all of that, it sits a distant second to the thing that matters most within this organization – its people. The individual members, from day one beginners to 25 years in staff; the friends, family, and supporters of SBG – are what motivate the head coaches to keep improving. It is the individual stories, of lives changed, weight lost, fears overcome, confidence acquired, and friendships made, that make SBG special. In that spirit we offer the SBG podcast. Keep an out for monthly episodes, set for release the first Wednesday of each month. And to all our members worldwide – thank you! You are what SBG is all about
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Sep 8, 2020

From leaving Jeet Kune Do, to being one of the first MMA gyms, coaching Randy Couture and spreading the SBG organization across the whole globe including places such as Korea, Africa and Australia - this is the story of Straight Blast Gym International and how it came to be, told by its founder Matt Thornton

Aug 24, 2020

Join two long time Brazilian Jiu Jitsu experts John Frankl and Matt Thornton as they discuss the depths of Jiu Jitsu, exploring such questions as how to train with students that are less experienced than you, benefits of training with your eyes closed, the changes that happened in BJJ over time and much more.

For more SBG International BJJ and MMA instructional videos check: www.sbguniversity.com

 

Aug 24, 2020

Currently there are a lot of discussions surrounding policing and law enforcement in United States. In this talk between Matt Thornton and Raymond Price (active police officer) various subjects are discussed about the current situation of policing and law enforcement, misunderstandings and possible solutions to various challenges.

For more SBG International BJJ and MMA instructional videos check: www.sbguniversity.com

 

Aug 11, 2020

Tune into the best parts of latest SBG podcasts with Burton Richardson, Andy Stumpf, Paul Sharp, Chris Conolley, Adam Singer, Jason Paterniti and Matt Thornton talking about everything from martial arts and leadership to how BJJ principles apply in fighting with rhino poachers.

00:00 Being Honest About Your Martial Art | Ft. Burton Richardson

08:10 Essential Qualities For Leadership | Ft. Andy Stumpf

18:08 The Emotional Aspect of Self Defense | Ft. Paul Sharp

29:25 Difference Between Fighter and Martial Artist Ft. Chris Conolley 34:09 Dilemma of Balancing Traditional and Practical Martial Arts | Ft. Adam Singer

40:27 BJJ Principles In Fighting Rhino Poachers | Ft. Jason Paterniti

For more SBG International BJJ and MMA instructional videos check: www.sbguniversity.com

Also, check the BJJ Q&A with founder of SBG Matt Thornton here: https://youtu.be/pghir7WyisY

Aug 11, 2020

Tune into the best parts of latest SBG podcasts with Burton Richardson, Andy Stumpf, Paul Sharp, Chris Conolley, Adam Singer, Jason Paterniti and Matt Thornton talking about everything from martial arts and leadership to how BJJ principles apply in fighting with rhino poachers.

00:00 Being Honest About Your Martial Art | Ft. Burton Richardson

08:10 Essential Qualities For Leadership | Ft. Andy Stumpf

18:08 The Emotional Aspect of Self Defense | Ft. Paul Sharp

29:25 Difference Between Fighter and Martial Artist Ft. Chris Conolley

34:09 Dilemma of Balancing Traditional and Practical Martial Arts | Ft. Adam Singer

40:27 BJJ Principles In Fighting Rhino Poachers | Ft. Jason Paterniti

For more SBG International BJJ and MMA instructional videos check: www.sbguniversity.com

Also, check the BJJ Q&A with founder of SBG Matt Thornton here: https://youtu.be/pghir7WyisY

Jun 8, 2020

Former Navy SEAL now Skydiver / BASE jumper, founder of the Cleared Hot Podcast and expert on leadership - Andy Stumpf talks to Matt Thornton, founder of Straight Blast Gym International in a Q&A answering questions related to leadership, motivation, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and much more.

Jun 8, 2020

Former Navy SEAL now Skydiver / BASE jumper, founder of the Cleared Hot Podcast and expert on leadership - Andy Stumpf talks to Matt Thornton, founder of Straight Blast Gym International in a Q&A answering questions related to leadership, motivation, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and much more.

Apr 2, 2020

In this SBG Monthly podcast episode Matt Thornton - founder of Straight Blast Gym International sits down to talk with Peter Boghossian - American philosopher, critical thinking expert. For more SBG International BJJ and MMA instructional videos check: www.sbguniversity.com

Apr 2, 2020

In this SBG Monthly podcast episode Matt Thornton - founder of Straight Blast Gym International sits down to talk with Peter Boghossian - American philosopher, critical thinking expert. For more SBG International BJJ and MMA instructional videos check: www.sbguniversity.com

Dec 13, 2019

9 high level BJJ coaches from SBG International met at Niagara Falls to share their top BJJ games. Get a chance to take a glimpse at what they have to offer in this SBG monthly podcast video.

 

For full camp and over 500 more SBG International BJJ and MMA instructional videos check: www.sbguniversity.com


Here is the list of the coaches in order of appearance:
John Frankl
Travis Davison
Matt Thornton
Steve Whittier
Phillipe Gentry
Matt Inman
Ben Power
Adam Singer
Jun Dazai

Dec 13, 2019

9 high level BJJ coaches from SBG International met at Niagara Falls to share their top BJJ games. Get a chance to take a glimpse at what they have to offer in this SBG monthly podcast video.

 

For full camp and over 500 more SBG International BJJ and MMA instructional videos check: www.sbguniversity.com


Here is the list of the coaches in order of appearance:
John Frankl
Travis Davison
Matt Thornton
Steve Whittier
Phillipe Gentry
Matt Inman
Ben Power
Adam Singer
Jun Dazai

Jun 24, 2019

Fundamentals in BJJ if learned well can be a game changer. While many practitioners like to keep looking for new techniques, in this SBG monthly podcast episode listen to some of the greatest BJJ coaches on why it is important to remember and keep practicing your fundamentals. For BJJ and MMA instructional videos from SBG International coaches check the SBG University: sbguniversity.comThe episode features these BJJ masters: Rickson Gracie, Chris Haueter, Henry Akins, Matt Thornton and John Kavanagh. Make sure to check the new BJJ Q&A with Matt Thornton series on what are BJJ Fundamentals:

Jun 24, 2019

Fundamentals in BJJ if learned well can be a game changer. While many practitioners like to keep looking for new techniques, in this SBG monthly podcast episode listen to some of the greatest BJJ coaches on why it is important to remember and keep practicing your fundamentals. For BJJ and MMA instructional videos from SBG International coaches check the SBG University: sbguniversity.com The episode features these BJJ masters: Rickson Gracie, Chris Haueter, Henry Akins, Matt Thornton and John Kavanagh.

May 7, 2019

Paul Sharp and Matt Thornton sit down to answer some fascinating questions ranging from self defense, mental fortitude, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, knife based self defense and much more. To see their previous talk check: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0QsgQ... Paul Sharp is a self defense expert with years of experience in the police force. He is also the founder of SBG Illinois. Matt Thornton is the founder of SBG International and head coach of SBG Portland. Subscribe to SBG Portland BJJ and MMA videos YouTube channel for more videos like this one!

May 7, 2019

Paul Sharp and Matt Thornton sit down to answer some fascinating questions ranging from self defense, mental fortitude, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, knife based self defense and much more. To see their previous talk check: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0QsgQ... Paul Sharp is a self defense expert with years of experience in the police force. He is also the founder of SBG Illinois. Matt Thornton is the founder of SBG International and head coach of SBG Portland. Subscribe to SBG Portland BJJ and MMA videos YouTube channel for more videos like this one!

Apr 11, 2019

Keeping motivation in BJJ and MMA can be a difficult task. John Kavanagh, coach of Conor McGregor is here to share his opinion about motivation in a talk together with founder of SBG International - Matt Thornton. Join the SBG Tribe online! Check SBG University: www.sbguniversity.com Learn more about Matt Thornton and his main gym Straight Blast Gym Portland here: http://sbgi-pdx.com/

Apr 11, 2019

Keeping motivation in BJJ and MMA can be a difficult task. John Kavanagh, coach of Conor McGregor is here to share his opinion about motivation in a talk together with founder of SBG International - Matt Thornton. Join the SBG Tribe online! Check SBG University: www.sbguniversity.com Learn more about Matt Thornton and his main gym Straight Blast Gym Portland here: http://sbgi-pdx.com/

Mar 7, 2019

Matt Thornton answers the top questions from fans: when he first realized Aliveness was the most important factor in martial arts, how his global seminar circuit originally was the primary method for connecting with all the SBG gyms throughtout the world (4:17), the most important qualities of a good teacher (5:54), stance on strength and conditioning (9:45), the real story behind the anarchist's A on the original SBG gorilla (11:10), his feelings about the Gracies (13:25), how SBG has evolved over the years (14:45), how he handles kicking someone out of SBG (18:02), what is and what is not a fundamental (20:18), and shares his single toughest challenge regarding SBG (34:40). For direct access to SBG Founder Matt Thornton, please visit www.sbguniversity.com

Mar 7, 2019

Matt Thornton answers the top questions from fans: when he first realized Aliveness was the most important factor in martial arts, how his global seminar circuit originally was the primary method for connecting with all the SBG gyms throughtout the world (4:17), the most important qualities of a good teacher (5:54), stance on strength and conditioning (9:45), the real story behind the anarchist's A on the original SBG gorilla (11:10), his feelings about the Gracies (13:25), how SBG has evolved over the years (14:45), how he handles kicking someone out of SBG (18:02), what is and what is not a fundamental (20:18), and shares his single toughest challenge regarding SBG (34:40). For direct access to SBG Founder Matt Thornton, please visit www.sbguniversity.com

Feb 6, 2019

It may be difficult to distinguish real self defense based on experience vs fantasy self defense systems which look good, but actually are based on poor theory and practice. Join us together with Paul Sharp, a self defense expert who has decades of real life experience in self defense and learn the difference. For more information or to enroll in MDOC Online, please visit: SBGUNIVERSITY.COM

Feb 6, 2019

It may be difficult to distinguish real self defense based on experience vs fantasy self defense systems which look good, but actually are based on poor theory and practice. Join us together with Paul Sharp, a self defense expert who has decades of real life experience in self defense and learn the difference. For more information or to enroll in MDOC Online, please visit: SBGUNIVERSITY.COM

Jan 17, 2019

Matt Thornton answers the top questions from fans: when he first realized Aliveness was the most important factor in martial arts, how his global seminar circuit originally was the primary method for connecting with all the SBG gyms throughtout the world (4:17), the most important qualities of a good teacher (5:54), stance on strength and conditioning (9:45), the real story behind the anarchist's A on the original SBG gorilla (11:10), his feelings about the Gracies (13:25), how SBG has evolved over the years (14:45), how he handles kicking someone out of SBG (18:02), what is and what is not a fundamental (20:18), and shares his single toughest challenge regarding SBG (34:40). For direct access to SBG Founder Matt Thornton, please visit www.sbguniversity.com

Jan 17, 2019

Matt Thornton answers the top questions from fans: when he first realized Aliveness was the most important factor in martial arts, how his global seminar circuit originally was the primary method for connecting with all the SBG gyms throughtout the world (4:17), the most important qualities of a good teacher (5:54), stance on strength and conditioning (9:45), the real story behind the anarchist's A on the original SBG gorilla (11:10), his feelings about the Gracies (13:25), how SBG has evolved over the years (14:45), how he handles kicking someone out of SBG (18:02), what is and what is not a fundamental (20:18), and shares his single toughest challenge regarding SBG (34:40). For direct access to SBG Founder Matt Thornton, please visit www.sbguniversity.com

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