The Jiu Jitsu Crucible Podcast
The Jiu Jitsu Crucible Podcast explores every corner of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — from competition and training to business, coaching, and culture. Whether you're on the mat or running a school, it's your guide to navigating the BJJ journey.
The Jiu Jitsu Crucible Podcast
Episode 10 When the Mats Go Silent
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Patrick Cooligan
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When the Mats Go Silent explores what happens when allegations, power, and silence collide inside the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community. In a sport built on trust, discipline, and hierarchy, who is responsible when boundaries are crossed? This episode examines accountability, culture, and whether BJJ can truly govern itself — or if the code of the mats sometimes protects the wrong people.