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  • Coffee With Rhadi | 41 Is Coming: The Power of One More (Don’t Quit at 40!)
    May 28 2025

    http://www.JudoIsLife.net - “Don’t you dare quit at 40. Because 41 is coming.”


    In this high-impact episode of Coffee With Rhadi, Olympian and mindset coach Dr. Rhadi Ferguson breaks down the undeniable power of One More—in life, in training, in faith, and in purpose.


    Inspired by Ed Mylett’s The Power of One More, Dr. Ferguson delivers a message forged in discipline, faith, and fight. He walks you through biblical patterns of breakthrough—showing you how Day 41 is always on the other side of struggle.


    👉🏽 If you’re tired…

    👉🏽 If you’re frustrated…

    👉🏽 If you’re standing at the edge of giving up…


    This episode is your reminder to stand up, tighten your grip, and give it one more.


    🎯 WATCH if you’re chasing a dream but feeling stuck.

    🔥 SHARE with someone on the edge of quitting.

    📚 GRAB Dr. Ferguson’s new book → www.JudoIsLife.net


    Because the rain will stop.

    The giant will fall.

    The promise is real.

    And your 41 is coming.


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  • Coffee With Rhadi | Stony The Road We Trod: The Pain, The Process, and The Promise
    May 23 2025

    http://www.JudoIsLife.net - "Stony the road we trod, bitter the chastening rod..."

    In this fiery and soul-stirring episode of Coffee With Rhadi, 2004 Olympian and high-performance coach Dr. Rhadi Ferguson unpacks what it really means to walk the hard road toward greatness.


    This isn't just about sports. It's about life, struggle, legacy—and the power of pushing forward when most people fold. Drawing from scripture, lived experience, and raw training wisdom, Dr. Ferguson delivers a powerful reminder:


    🔥 The road may be stony...

    🔥 The rod may be bitter...

    🔥 But the stone the builder rejected will become the chief cornerstone.


    If you’ve ever felt tired, rejected, or ready to give up—this message is for you.


    👊🏽 WATCH if you’re an athlete, coach, entrepreneur, or believer walking through pain right now.

    👣 SHARE it with someone on the verge of quitting.

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    Because the road is stony, but it still leads to destiny.


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  • Coffee With Rhadi | The 3 Abilities Every Athlete Needs to Master
    May 21 2025

    http://wwwJudoIsLife.net - Welcome to Coffee With Rhadi — where we talk truth, toughness, and transformation.


    In today’s episode, Dr. Rhadi Ferguson — Olympian, coach, and former D1 football player — delivers a powerful message for athletes at every level.


    💡 The 3 best abilities aren’t what you think...

    It’s not speed. It’s not strength. It’s not talent.


    It’s:


    Availability – Show up. Be consistent. Be counted on.


    Accountability – Own your role. Own your results.


    Response-Ability – Control your reaction. Control your outcome.


    🎯 This short motivational talk is a must-watch for anyone chasing greatness in sports or life.


    📢 Drop a comment: Which of the 3 abilities do you need to level up in right now?


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  • Coffee With Rhadi | Loud But Loving: How to Argue Without Disrespect
    May 19 2025

    http://www.CoffeeWithRhadi.com - In today’s episode of Coffee With Rhadi, we tackle one of the most important — and overlooked — skills in life: how to argue respectfully.


    We live in a world where shouting has replaced listening, and where disagreements often lead to division. But it doesn’t have to be that way.


    Join me as I share:


    🔥 A personal story about political debates with my friend Dr. Gary Berliner


    📖 A powerful biblical example of respectful disagreement (Paul & Barnabas)


    🌍 A worldly example from Cornel West & Robert George


    ❤ A reminder that you can be loud and still loving


    Whether it's politics, relationships, religion, or social media debates — this episode will challenge you to check your love meter, listen deeply, and lead with respect even when you don’t agree.


    👉 If you’ve ever found yourself in a heated argument and wondered how to speak truth without losing love, this one’s for you.


    Subscribe for more real, relevant conversations.

    Like if this resonated.

    Comment your thoughts below — respectfully.

    And as always…


    ☕ Thanks for having your coffee with me.


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  • Coffee With Rhadi | The Truth About Inquiry-Based Learning and the Ecological Approach In BJJ | Why Basics Come First
    Mar 28 2025

    http://www.JudoIsLife.net - In this hard-hitting video, we dive deep into the ongoing debate between Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL) and the Ecological Approach in martial arts, especially in combat sports like Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). While the Ecological Approach has gained massive popularity for its real-world readiness and adaptability, many coaches and practitioners are fooled by randomness, mistaking chaotic "play" for genuine proficiency.


    The truth is, the Ecological Approach should always be treated as a secondary phase, only applied after mastering foundational skills through Direct Instruction. Skipping this critical step leads to athletes who lack technical precision and crumble under pressure.


    We also explore how BJJ’s ground-based nature allows athletes to "play their way" into a perceived level of skill, giving a false sense of competence. Unlike sports that demand high kinesthetic awareness and technical precision from the start, BJJ can make practitioners feel proficient without truly mastering the fundamentals.


    🔑 Key Points Covered:


    What is Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL)?


    How the Ecological Approach fits under the IBL umbrella.


    Why the Ecological Approach is dangerous when used prematurely.


    Real-world examples from Olympic Weightlifting, Judo, and BJJ.


    How the Montessori Method and Ecological Approach both fall under IBL.


    Why BJJ practitioners are often fooled by randomness.


    🚨 Don't be misled by flashy methods—master the basics first! Tune in to get the real story on building competence before chasing adaptability.


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    24 m
  • Coffee With Rhadi | Direct Instruction vs. The Ecological Approach in Judo And BJJ
    Mar 27 2025

    http://www.JudoIsLife.net - In this video, we dive deep into the age-old debate between Direct Instruction (DI) and Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL) in martial arts, specifically focusing on Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). These discussions have been happening for years in other disciplines like Mathematics, Language Arts, and Foreign Language Education. Now, BJJ is just starting to grapple with the same questions that Judo has been tackling for decades.


    We’ll explore:

    ✅ The strengths and weaknesses of both approaches

    ✅ How they compare to teaching methods in mathematics, language arts (phonics vs. whole language), and foreign languages (immersion vs. grammar-translation)

    ✅ Real-world applications in Judo and BJJ training

    ✅ Why finding the right balance between structure and creativity is crucial for skill development


    Whether you’re a coach, athlete, or martial arts enthusiast, this video will provide valuable insights into teaching and learning in combat sports. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more content on martial arts training and coaching philosophies!

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    25 m
  • Coffee With Rhadi | Where the Eco and Drilling Models are Failing Grapplers – Drs. Christopher Round and Rhadi Ferguson Expose the Truth
    Mar 20 2025

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    In this explosive episode, we dive deep into the drilling vs. ecological training debate with Dr. Christopher Round a climate change analyst, Judo and BJJ black belt, and expert in skill acquisition.

    Dr. Round has been trained by Jim Pedro Sr., Jimmy Pedro Jr., and Dr. Rhadi Ferguson, and he’s here to pull back the curtain on why the pure eco/CLA approach is failing athletes.

    Key Topics We Cover:
    The biggest flaws in the eco and CLA models that no one talks about
    Why drilling is still essential for creating elite-level grapplers
    How BJJ is losing its technical foundation without kata or structured training
    The hybrid approach that actually works for long-term skill development
    Why the best Judoka and Jiu-Jitsu athletes train with both structured drills and eco-based learning

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    If you're serious about maximizing your training and understanding what actually works in combat sports skill development, this episode is a must-watch!

    Drop your thoughts in the comments below! Do you think drilling is outdated, or is it still necessary for mastery?

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  • Coffee With Rhadi | The Trees and the Grass – A Lesson on Growth and Separation
    Feb 20 2025

    http://www.CoffeeWithRhadi.com - 🌳 The Trees and the Grass: A Powerful Lesson on Growth 🌱


    The trees and the grass started in the same place, but they didn’t finish the same. Why? Because growth requires separation. Sometimes, when you grow, you have to leave things, places, people, and even "grass" behind.


    In this powerful motivational speech, I break down the hard truth about elevation, isolation, and transformation—and why not everyone can go where you’re headed. If you’ve ever felt stuck, held back, or afraid to let go, this message is for you.


    🔥 Key Takeaways:

    ✔ Why growth means outgrowing certain people and environments

    ✔ The difference between trees and grass—are you standing tall or staying low?

    ✔ How to break free from comfort zones and embrace your next level


    👉 Don’t be afraid to rise. Be the tree. Let the grass stay where it is.


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