Ever wonder why some judo techniques sound great in books but fall flat during practice?
The JUDO SCIENCE PODCAST and this site, is here to help make sense of that. I created it to connect what researchers study about judo, with what actually happens during real matches: sweaty judogis, tough grips, and fast throws. It’s about turning scientific ideas like biomechanics, nutrition and psychology, into something useful on the tatami.
Made with the Help of AI
This 99-episode podcast is made using NotebookLM, a tool that uses artificial intelligence to turn judo research into easy-to-follow conversations. I carefully select research papers, coaching notes, and articles—then use AI to transform that into short episodes you can understand without needing a science degree.
Please Note: The voices in each episode are synthetic, and created by AI. They’re clear, expressive and easy to follow, but not perfect—they sometimes stumble over Japanese terms like "seoi-nage" or "uke," so bear with them as they try to keep up.
More Than Just a Podcast
AI also helps with other parts of the Judo.Science project. Some blog content is written with AI support, and the artwork is created using AI tools and inspired by judo movements, retro sports posters, and training diagrams.
The Mission
Make judo research helpful for everyone who loves judo
At the heart of it all is one goal: to make judo research helpful for everyone who loves judo.
If you’re a coach, a competitor, hobbyist or just someone who loves breaking down techniques, I hope this project gives you something to think about—and maybe helps improve your randori session.
Marc