John CardwellPurple BeltArmy Ranger 51 now5-year white belt as he focused on MMAbjjsketchbook.comhttps://roidsandcoke.com/https://www.inprnt.com/gallery/roidsandcoke/https://www.instagram.com/bjj.sketchbook/ThirdHook.comCompetitive power liftingMMA at 43Toxic masculinitySoftware engineerAI favors the creators"Why there is no half-guard."Cancel the underhook from half-guard top.SummaryToday, I catch up with John Cardwell as we dive into Jiu-Jitsu, art, personal growth, and technology. John shares his journey from a toxic masculinity label to embracing vulnerability through art and martial arts. He discusses his training philosophy, the evolution of Jiu-Jitsu in MMA, and the impact of AI on software engineering. And of course, we get into practical techniques in Jiu-Jitsu, particularly focusing on half guard strategies, and we conclude with rapid-fire questions that reveal personal insights and experiences.TakeawaysJohn Cardwell is an artist and Jiu-Jitsu practitioner.He started taking notes in Jiu-Jitsu to enhance retention.Art helps him remember techniques and movements in Jiu-Jitsu.Training philosophy emphasizes understanding over brute strength.John transitioned to MMA in his early 40s, challenging age stereotypes.AI is transforming the software engineering landscape.John's app focuses on monitoring kids' social media for safety.Jiu-Jitsu is evolving, with a resurgence of interest in grappling techniques.He emphasizes the importance of technique in Jiu-Jitsu over strength.John's experiences highlight the value of humility and learning in martial arts.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Toxic Masculinity and BJJ03:01 Art and Jiu-Jitsu: The Sketchbook Journey05:54 Training Philosophy and Teaching Styles in BJJ08:50 Transitioning from MMA to Jiu-Jitsu11:48 Experiences in Sparring and Conditioning14:58 The Role of AI in Software Engineering17:38 Building a Social Media Monitoring App20:32 Career Transitions and Job Security in Tech23:35 Rapid Fire Questions: Jiu-Jitsu and Personal Insights29:40 Defending and Attacking in Jiu-Jitsu31:20 The Leg Game: Risks and Techniques33:40 Passing Guard: Strategies and Techniques35:59 Training with Bigger Opponents38:12 Humbling Newcomers in Jiu-Jitsu41:50 The Importance of Technique Over Strength43:45 Takedown Strategies in Jiu-Jitsu46:57 Half Guard Escapes and Passing Techniques49:21 Art and Jiu-Jitsu: Sketching Techniques

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