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The Strenuous Life Podcast with Stephan Kesting

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What is it that allows some people to push themselves beyond their limitations? Why can some people survive situations others do not? On this podcast we try to find out the answers. Stephan Kesting, is a lifelong martial artist, BJJ black belt, career firefighter, and outdoorsman. Join us as he talks to fighters, adventurers, competitors, coaches, firefighters, trainers and other people living the strenuous life. Stephan also runs Grapplearts.com, where he has published many hundreds of martial arts videos, articles and tutorials. His free guide to learning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, A Roadmap for BJJ, has been downloaded more than 10,000 times and has become a foundational text for the art.

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Recent Episodes

June 1, 2026

447 - Making Your BJJ Training Safer and Much More Effective with Chris "The Villain" Paines

Stephan Kesting interviews BJJ black belt Chris "The Villain" Paines about making jiu-jitsu training safer and more effective through radical new ideas.

April 7, 2026

446 - Building a Community BJJ Dojo in Kenya with Just Shiggi!

Shiggi loves BJJ and thinks that it can build and change communities in Africa, and is on a mission to open a community dojo in Kenya aimed at empowering girls aged 12 to 18. Shiggi is a BJJ practitioner with a background in Shotokan karate, Taekwondo, Capoeira, and working the door as a bouncer in UK night clubs. Her ambitious goal is to establish a community dojo in Kenya that not only teaches Jiu-Jitsu but also provides a safe space for girls to learn self-defense and life skills to counteract some of the societal issues affecting young girls in Africa, such as child marriages, domestic violence, and lack of educational opportunities. The community dojo will be situated in Kenya and serve as a retreat space where tourists can engage in Jiu-Jitsu camps and go on safaris to see lions, elephants and giraffes. Camp attendees will generate funds to support the dojo and its programs. This model not only benefits the local economy but also provides an enriching experience for visitors. The best place to get updates about the African community dojo is by signing up for Shiggi's Patreon here: <a href= "https://www.patreon.com/cw/JustShiggi">https://www.patreon.com/cw/JustShiggi</a> Follow her martial and personal journey on Instagram at <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/the.ronin.storm/">https://www.instagram.com/the.ronin.storm/</a> and <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/justshiggi">https://www.instagram.com/justshiggi</a> Finally, follow Shiggi on YouTube as well: <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/@justshiggi">https://www.youtube.com/@justshiggi</a> Thanks! Stephan Kesting

March 19, 2026

445 - The Most Dangerous Day of My Arctic Journey and What It Taught Me About Satisfaction and Happiness

Stephan Kesting recounts his perilous Arctic journey, sharing lessons on satisfaction and happiness learned from facing extreme conditions and wildlife.

446 total episodes available with 23 transcripts

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What is The Strenuous Life Podcast with Stephan Kesting?: What is it that allows some people to push themselves beyond their limitations? Why can some people survive situations others do not? On this podcast we try to find out the answers. Stephan Kesting, is a lifelong martial artist, BJJ black belt, career firefighter, and outdoorsman. Join us as he talks to fighters, adventurers, competitors, coaches, firefighters, trainers and other people living the strenuous life.

Stephan also runs Grapplearts.com, where he has published many hundreds of martial arts videos, articles and tutorials.

His free guide to learning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, A Roadmap for BJJ, has been downloaded more than 10,000 times and has become a foundational text for the art.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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