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Urban Combatives and Survival Training

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3:54

Why Size Matters More Than Martial-Arts Movies Admit

Urban Combatives and Survival Training ·

2026/10/04

Movies have taught us that superior technique allows a smaller fighter to effortlessly dismantle someone twice their size, but real violence is considerably less cooperative. Size, strength, body mass, reach, and physical power can dramatically change what happens when an encounter becomes physical, even when the smaller person has substantial training. In this episode of Urban Combatives, we examine why recognizing physical disparities is not pessimism—it is an essential part of realistic

3:21

The Samurai Myth: What Bushido Really Was

Urban Combatives and Survival Training ·

2026/09/27

Popular culture portrays the samurai as warriors who lived according to an ancient and unchanging code called Bushido—a philosophy built around honor, loyalty, discipline, and fearlessness in the face of death. The historical reality was considerably more complicated, and the Bushido most people recognize today developed over centuries rather than existing as a single universal samurai code. Understanding that difference reveals something fascinating about warriors, psychology, and the way societies

38:48

The Psychology of Jiu-Jitsu: Mental Toughness,...

Urban Combatives and Survival Training ·

2026/05/18

What does Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu reveal about the human mind under pressure? This episode explores the psychology of Jiu-Jitsu — from building unbreakable mental resilience and strategic thinking to the deep emotional and cognitive benefits of training. Discover how BJJ serves as powerful self-defense, a tool for discipline, confidence, and even therapeutic growth in high-stress environments.

2:25

Survival Mindset: Navigating the Last 60 Seconds of a...

Urban Combatives and Survival Training ·

2026/05/06

When the "switch" flips and a confrontation turns deadly, your brain undergoes a radical shift that can either save you or paralyze you. This episode deconstructs the psychological physiological responses that occur during the final moments of a life-threatening encounter. Learn how to manage the adrenaline dump and maintain cognitive control when your life depends on your next move.

2:25

The Glow in the Shadows: Using the Cat’s Eye Effect...

Urban Combatives and Survival Training ·

2026/05/05

Ever wonder why a cat’s eyes glow in the dark or why road signs pop under your headlights? This episode dives into the science of optical retro-reflection, a phenomenon where light bounces directly back to its source with pinpoint precision. Learn how to weaponize this "Cat’s Eye Effect" to scan any room and expose the hidden lenses of covert surveillance cameras instantly.

5:05

Elevator and Stairwell Combat: Tactical Analysis of...

Urban Combatives and Survival Training ·

2026/04/28

Analyze why elevators and stairwells rank among the highest-risk environments in law enforcement, military, and civilian self-defense scenarios, focusing on forced proximity, limited mobility, multiple threat angles, and fatal funnel dynamics in confined-space combat. Explore evidence-based tactical considerations, positioning strategies, and risk mitigation techniques drawn from CQB principles to enhance situational awareness and operational effectiveness in these vertical threat zones. Essential

7:02

Weaponizing the Environment — How to Turn Chaos Into...

Urban Combatives and Survival Training ·

2026/04/19

This episode breaks down how real-world self-defense is less about strength and more about spatial awareness, positioning, and using your environment to create control. Learn how everyday objects like chairs, walls, and doorways can shift distance, limit movement, and give you critical advantages under stress. Grounded in psychology, physiology, and practical scenarios, this is a smarter, safer approach to navigating high-pressure encounters.

52:30

WE LOOK AT THE REAL HISTORY OF THE NINJA , THE...

Urban Combatives and Survival Training ·

2025/07/13

42:56

ONE OF THE BEST UFC COACHES MARK HENRY CHATS WITH US

Urban Combatives and Survival Training ·

2023/05/22

67:40

BJJ BLACK BELT SHAWN WILLIAMS

Urban Combatives and Survival Training ·

2023/05/16

70:56

jIU JITSU BLACK BELT AND WEAPONS SELF DEFENSE EXPERT...

Urban Combatives and Survival Training ·

2023/04/03

62:02

JIU JITSU BLACK COACH ART DISCUSSES JIU JITSU FOR...

Urban Combatives and Survival Training ·

2023/03/27

52:58

GENE PATINO CO-FOUNDER OF OC GRAPPLING DISCUSSES...

Urban Combatives and Survival Training ·

2023/03/06

41:42

STUNT WOMAN AND BLACK BELT IN JUDO AURELIA AGEL...

Urban Combatives and Survival Training ·

2023/02/20

63:12

WE DISCUSS FIGHTING WITH FORMER UFC CHAMPION PAT...

Urban Combatives and Survival Training ·

2023/02/06

56:12

MEDICAL DOCTOR AND BLACK BELT IN JIU JITSU DISCUSSES...

Urban Combatives and Survival Training ·

2023/01/23

33:33

WE CHAT WITH UFC AND BELLATOR FIGHTER LIZ...

Urban Combatives and Survival Training ·

2023/01/16

53:17

WE DISCUSS PHYSICS AND MARTIAL ARTS WITH DR. THALKEN

Urban Combatives and Survival Training ·

2023/01/09

72:39

10TH PLANET JIU JITSU WES LEVINE DISCUSSES GETTING A...

Urban Combatives and Survival Training ·

2023/01/02

52:30

WE LOOK AT THE REAL HISTORY OF THE NINJA , THE...

Urban Combatives and Survival Training ·

2022/12/05

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