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Chokes and Consciousness

Chokes and Consciousness

De: Deja Jackson
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A sports podcast dedicated to the engagement and elevation of Women’s mma and grappling. Michaela, former collegiate athlete, current mma fighter, and jiu jitsu practitioner. Deja, former collegiate athlete, and current jiu jitsu practitioner. Both Michaela and Deja have a love for women’s sports and a passion to continue ascending the voices of women within the mma and grappling world. Come listen and have fun with us!Copyright 2024 All rights reserved.
Episodios
  • Stretching Before the Strength

    Stretching Before the Strength
    Apr 20 2026

    In this episode, Deja and Michaela discuss the significance of staying grounded during the new Taurus season, the controversy surrounding UFC fighter pay, and the exchanges between Ronda Rousey and Kayla Harrison. Michaela and Deja explore the importance of roots, patience, and discipline in personal growth, especially through the lens of martial arts, sports, and life challenges. They discuss how slowing down, being intentional, and embracing discomfort can lead to meaningful development and success.

    Chapters

    00:00 Audio Mishap and Introduction 06:08 Health Updates and Personal Check-ins 09:12 Event Recaps and Competition Highlights 12:16 Taurus Season and Its Significance 15:12 Rooted While Rising: A Seasonal Reflection 18:09 Ronda Rousey's Comeback and UFC Discussion 30:39 The Decline of UFC and Fighter Pay 34:08 Ronda Rousey's Controversial Statements 40:32 Ronda Rousey vs. Kayla Harrison: A Heated Exchange 48:06 UFC's Political Entanglements 55:24 The Future of MMA and Technology 01:02:32 Celebrating Small Wins 01:04:24 The Importance of Discipline and Preparation 01:07:24 Slowing Down for Growth 01:08:44 Rooted While Rising: Embracing Taurus Season 01:13:36 The Journey of Self-Awareness 01:18:31 Intentional Habits for Growth 01:23:42 Embracing Discomfort for Growth 01:28:31 The Power of Mindset and Intentionality 01:35:49 Choke and consciousness outro edit.mp3
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    1 h y 36 m
  • Decluttering the Soul

    Decluttering the Soul
    Mar 31 2026
    In this episode, Michaela and Deja explore the importance of decluttering not just in our physical environment, but also within our minds and spirits. Deja and Michaela share personal insights on how seasonal transitions inspire reflection, growth, and a more intentional way of living. Key Topics included the symbolism of spring for renewal and decluttering; emotional and mental clutter; recognizing and letting go; how physical clutter impacts mental clarity; the significance of awareness before initiating change; and UFC/MMA and current BJJ news. Chapters: (00:00) - Welcome and technical setup; embracing the skillful chaos of spring(02:44) - Observing nature: signs of spring around the backyard(06:07) - How time accelerates as we age and the significance of seasonal awareness(08:50) - The importance of environmental comfort in education; variations across regions(09:30) - Predictions and speculations about the upcoming week and cosmic shifts(10:40) - Shadow realm and spiritual dimensions: insight into UFC's wild finish(12:44) - Training updates: resilience, progress, and managing age-related challenges(15:12) - The mental grind of blue belt in martial arts and progressing through stages(16:37) - The joy of learning in purple belt and the nuances of belt progression(17:42) - Transitioning from competitive to mentoring roles in brown belt(19:17) - The jump in skill and strategy from purple to brown belts of competition(21:15) - The impact of competition on strength and confidence development(22:36) - Measuring physical growth: challenges and reality check(24:26) - The value of promoting fighters and promotions: UFC and fight event insights(26:33) - Exciting upcoming events: chess boxing and women’s grappling competitions(28:22) - Reflecting on the evolution of self-defense training and community engagement(29:24) - Nostalgia and humor around April Fools' pranks, themes of deception(32:02) - Curiosity about the origins: cultural stories behind April Fools’ Day(36:11) - The legend of Gotham and early April Fools’ traditions(37:16) - Practicing street-level deception: humor and distraction strategies(38:22) - Creative pranks: from harmless jokes to optional chaos at work(40:07) - The energy and tension of current social interactions and personal responses(44:46) - Highlights and shocking moments from UFC fights(47:42) - Retirement announcements and career milestones of fighters(48:42) - Notable knockouts and injuries in women’s MMA(50:08) - Spotting signs of unconsciousness; fighter safety in the cage(52:24) - The importance of quick referee intervention during dangerous moments(54:15) - The trauma of brutal knockouts and the boundaries of fighter resilience(55:49) - The evolution of fighter recovery and the importance of mental health(66:16) - The decline of UFC's entertainment value and industry critique(69:17) - Industry drama: John Jones, Dana White, and fighter negotiations(70:25) - The debate around fighter strength, age, and weight classes(77:10) - The future of combat sports: innovative event ideas and prize pools(81:49) - Decluttering ego and training focus for better development(83:49) - Managing emotional and mental clutter: stress and reactive patterns(85:52) - The importance of awareness in mental and emotional pruning(87:14) - The grounding power of grounding sounds and music in mindfulness(88:57) - Practicality of decluttering space and mental clarity through awareness(90:12) - Discovering new techniques and the joy of learning in martial arts(91:57) - Recognizing patterns of frustration and the importance of self-awareness(94:47) - Analogies of hoarding: material and emotional accumulation(96:16) - The spiritual spring cleaning: clearing mental, emotional, and social clutter(97:19) - Reflective practices: morning routines and quiet moments of insight(98:19) - Encouragement to keep decluttering and embracing fresh energy
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    1 h y 40 m
  • I, Thou, We

    I, Thou, We
    Mar 16 2026

    For this episode, Deja and Michaela discuss their last few weeks, recent competitions for fellow teammates, recent UFC events and news, fight strategies, and the evolving landscape of MMA, the UFC business model, and BJJ. We analyze the controversial UFC White House card, upcoming competitions, and the impact of monopolization in the sport. Plus, a humorous dive into a bizarre dolphin kidnapping story and reflections on dinosaurs and Earth's history. Deja and Michaela explore Alan Watts's philosophical insights on freedom and interconnectedness.

    Chapters

    00:00 Welcome Back and Updates 03:36 Wrestling Season Reflections 06:31 The Importance of Multi-Sport Participation 09:37 Health and Wellness in Sports 12:32 Gym Hygiene and Cleanliness Concerns 18:29 Upcoming Events and Topics of Discussion 28:50 Celebrating Competition Success 30:43 Competitor Insights and Experiences 33:15 Upcoming Competitions and Events 37:05 Astrological Influences on Energy 44:49 UFC and Fight Updates 56:06 Controversies in MMA Titles 57:50 Fighter Reactions to UFC White House Card 01:00:57 Negotiation and Star Power in UFC 01:03:23 The Impact of UFC's Financial Decisions 01:06:32 Ronda Rousey's Comeback and UFC's Star Power 01:10:27 UFC BJJ and the Future of Grappling 01:13:10 UFC's Monopolization of BJJ Competitions 01:19:05 Upcoming Fights and Women's Division 01:19:41 Dinosaurs and the Netflix Documentary 01:28:10 The Evolution of Dinosaurs and Plants 01:30:46 The Concept of Time and Human Existence 01:32:44 The Dolphin Man: A Wild Story 01:48:31 The Paradox of Freedom and Interdependence 01:58:23 The Flow of Connection in Training 02:01:37 Finding Freedom Through Connection 02:05:04 The Interconnectedness of Life 02:07:27 Legacy and Impact in Jiu-Jitsu 02:10:32 The Illusion of Control 02:12:36 Ego and Experience in Training 02:16:33 The Collective Consciousness of Jiu-Jitsu 02:21:33 Choke and consciousness outro edit.mp3
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    2 h y 22 m
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