HAJIME: Inside USA Judo

About HAJIME: Inside USA Judo

HAJIME USA JUDO Podcast Your front-row seat to the heart of American judo.Hosted by Hannah Martin, a world-class judoka with over 20 international medals to her name, including podium finishes at the Pan American Games and multiple Grand Prix events. Each episode pulls back the curtain on the judo world — from small-town dojos to Olympic dreams — through powerful stories, honest conversations, and exclusive interviews with athletes, coaches, referees, and game-changers who are shaping judo across the U.S. Whether you’re a lifelong judoka, a coach on the grind, or just judo-curious, HAJIME USA JUDO is your go-to source for inspiration, insight, and everything in between. Hajime — let’s begin.

Publisher

USA Judo

Category

sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

24 Jan 2025

Latest episode

29 Sept 2026

Latest episodes

20 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   29 Sept 2026

   HAJIME: Inside USA Judo Interview Series | Episode 20 with Sebastian Teran

   In this episode of the Inside USA Judo Interview Series, host Hannah Martin sits down with Sebastian Teran, the 2026 Cadet World Champion.Sebastian takes us through his World Championships experience, from preparing for competition to the mindset that helped carry him to the top of the podium. He shares how he first got started in judo, the coaches and experiences that have shaped his journey, and what it meant to represent Team USA and become a World Champion.He also talks about his approach to competition, what he learned from his World Championships run, and what’s next as he continues to set new goals in his judo career.🥋 Subscribe for more athlete interviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and exclusive content from USA Judo.

2. 

   12 Aug 2026

   HAJIME: Inside USA Judo Interview Series | Episode 19 with Chrystal Monthe Noussi

   In this episode of the **Inside USA Judo Interview Series**, host Hannah Martin sits down with **Chrystal Monthe Noussi**, a member of the **2026 USA Judo Cadet World Team** competing in the -70 kg division.Chrystal shares how she first got started in judo, the coaches and teammates who have helped shape her journey, and what it means to represent Team USA on the world stage. She also talks about balancing school with high-level training, preparing for the Cadet World Championships, and the goals that continue to push her forward.🥋 Subscribe for more athlete interviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and exclusive content from USA Judo.

3. 

   8 Jul 2026

   HAJIME: Inside USA Judo Interview Series | Episode 18 with Oleksandr Nyzhynk

   In this episode of the Inside USA Judo Interview Series, host Hannah Martin speaks with Oleksandr Nyzhnyk, the 2024 Junior Pan American Champion and two-time Senior National Champion in the -90 kg division.Born in Ukraine, Sasha moved to the United States at just 10 years old without speaking English. Through judo, he found a way to connect with others, build friendships, and adapt to a new life.In this conversation, Sasha shares his journey into the sport, what it's like living and training as a resident athlete at the US Performance Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, and the goals driving him toward the highest level of international competition.From overcoming challenges as a young immigrant to chasing his Olympic dream, this is a conversation you won't want to miss with one of the brightest rising stars in American judo.🥋 Subscribe for more athlete interviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and exclusive content from USA Judo.

Who has been a guest on HAJIME: Inside USA Judo

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Christopher Velazco
• Kristin El Idrissi
• Nina Cutro-Kelly
• Dr Chris Round
• Carrie Chandler

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 14 / 100

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Quality

14

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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