
Fighting fascism and the far-right in combat sports like MMA and BJJ.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 56 | Founded | 7 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsWrestlingSports NewsSports | |||

In this episode of the Fighting Matters podcast, hosts Steve Kwan, Mike Mahaffey, and Jesse Walker talk about the recent political shift of Marjorie Taylor Greene (MTG) and her public apology regarding her past rhetoric and actions. They explore the ... more
MMA analyst Luke Thomas joins the Fighting Matters crew to discuss fixing fights in the UFC in particular, and MMA in general. We look at which specific type of fighter is being targeted, who might be behind it, and the role of the FBI in investigat... more
In this episode, Steve Kwan, Jeff Shaw, and Jesse Walker break down how the ongoing SNAP and ACA shutdown could devastate working-class Americans, and why Jiu-Jitsu gyms will be hit especially hard. They unpack how food assistance and healthcare subs... more
In this episode, Steve Kwan sits down with journalist Michael Colborne of Bellingcat to expose how far-right movements use aesthetics and martial arts culture to recruit young men. They discuss the origins of the “active club” network, the rise of fa... more
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This is the energy we need more of in this community!
Thank you so much for putting this out there! We need more of this in the BJJ community, we are not all on the Rogan
to fascist pipeline.
Glad to see there are sane bjj people out there and it’s not just me listening to right wingers in the change room
These hosts are hearing from all sides, asking questions, and doing research, for real! A thoughtful, if at times impassioned, set of messages.
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Focused on the intersections between combat sports and sociopolitical themes, these discussions emphasize a commitment to fighting against fascism and far-right ideologies in martial arts. Episodes feature conversations on topics such as consent, community, and the ethical implications of martial arts within the context of extreme political views. Notable discussions include the influence of far-right extremism in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the ethics of consent in martial engagements, and the normalization of hate in combat sports. The hosts engage with expert guests to challenge harmful narratives and encourage a more inclusive and conscious martial arts community.
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Recent guests on Fighting Matters include:
1. Luke Thomas
2. Chris Ingram
3. Karen Attiah
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8. Andrew Burcham
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