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Why aren’t we teaching our daughters to defend themselves?
In this powerful episode of The Heavyweight Podcast, we sit down with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, instructor, and content creator Matt Veiga of OS Nation BJJ for a raw, eye-opening conversation on the life-saving importance of self-defense.

With over 16 years of martial arts experience—ranging from intense MMA cage fights to leading jiu-jitsu classes—Matt shares how the discipline, confidence, and resilience built on the mat transform lives beyond it.

“When I train women, I don’t expect them to win the match. My job is to keep them alive,” Matt states, driving home the critical need for real-world self-defense training, especially for women and children.

We also dive deep into parenting, gender stereotypes, and the moment Matt’s daughter stepped onto the mat—his proudest jiu-jitsu moment. This episode challenges outdated perceptions and explores how martial arts can raise confident, self-aware, and safe kids without compromising who they are.

Plus, Matt shares golden advice for content creators: why consistency is king, and how his content legacy is about more than views—it's about impact.

Whether you're a parent, martial artist, or creator, this conversation will shift your mindset.

📲 Follow Matt Veiga @Oss_Nation_BJJ on all platforms.
 🎧 Tune in and find out why his philosophy is reshaping jiu-jitsu and parenting alike.

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