Hélio Gracie
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Hélio Gracie was a Brazilian martial artist and co-founder of Brazilian jiu-jitsu, known for adapting grappling techniques to emphasize leverage and technique over strength.
2 episodes featuring Hélio Gracie
Jocko Podcast
John Spencer turns near-death experiences into a code for action
The conversation connects combat experience and war research to the judgment, humility, duty, and values required when pressure leaves little room for error.
Sep 16, 2026 · 3h 9m
Jocko Podcast
Jocko argues competition beats martial-arts callouts
The discussion examines how public challenges, rank, etiquette, and ego can turn a test of skill into a damaging rivalry.
Sep 7, 2026 · 21 min