The Joe Rogan Experience #1584 - Todd White
Dec 26, 2020
Todd White, a fourth-degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and an accomplished artist, shares his journey through martial arts and art. He recounts his early BJJ experiences, the challenges of belt progression, and intense sparring tales. The conversation dives into the balance between obsession and addiction in pursuing passions, alongside reflections on the impact of COVID-19 on the art world. White emphasizes the importance of authenticity in art and relationships while discussing the upcoming training facility in Texas that combines various disciplines.
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Jiu-Jitsu Origin Story
- Todd White recounts his jiu-jitsu origin story, beginning with seeing Royce Gracie in UFC 1.
- He describes his initial struggles finding a legitimate jiu-jitsu school in LA.
Challenging the Instructor
- Todd White shares a story about challenging and submitting an instructor at a subpar jiu-jitsu school after only two weeks of training with John Machado.
- This event led to his two friends joining him at Machado's school.
First Fight
- Todd White describes a fight with the disgruntled instructor, showcasing the effectiveness of his newfound skills.
- He knocked him down, got him in a submission, and then left the school for good.
