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Dec 2023
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#247 Mark RosenKoetter: Concepts, Traini...

Josh McKinney
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Welcome to a new episode of the I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu Show. Today, Josh Mckinney(@thejoshmckinney) interviews one of his newest black belts, Mark Rosenkoetter. Mark has used Jiu-Jitsu to foster countless friendships, to travel, and to meet some really amazing people! I this episode, Josh and Mark discuss whether or not Rener Gracie's Jiu-Jitsu is "Legit" after mark recently had the opportunity to train with him. They also dive into a very interesting topic on Jiu-Jitsu and identity. Black Belts and White belts all will have something to learn from this thought provoking Episode of ISAJJS. Master Chest Over Chest


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