Epi 126 Black Belt Shawn Williams Interview

[BJJbrick]

I would be happy to hear what you guys think.

http://bjjbrick.com/epi-126-black-belt-shawn-williams-interview/

Shawn Willimas is the 5th American to reach the rank of black belt in BJJ. He has been training jiu-jitsu for 20 years. We cover a huge range of interesting topics in this episode.

We talk about:

• His start with BJJ
• Being a commentator for live BJJ events
• The importance of enjoying BJJ
• Wrestling in BJJ
• Tips for learning wrestling
• Why some high level competitors do not tap
• Rousimar Palhares injuring people
• His thoughts of Garry Tonon (a friend of Shawn’s) vs Rousimar Palhares
• Injuries that he has experienced
• How to coach a match, and why to give technical instruction
• Coaching during Ronda Rousey vs Holly Holm fight
• Staying consistent with your BJJ

 

[FatherSauce]

Cool. Really excited about this one.

 

[BJJbrick]

Cool. Really excited about this one.

He was fun to talk to.

 

[Brofessor]

Shawn Williams is the 5th American to receive a black belt from RENZO GRACIE. I'm not sure if he's the "5th American to reach the rank of black belt in BJJ," as you stated in the OP. There's a big difference between the two statements here.