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Podcast: The Shintaro Higashi Show
Episode: Help USA Judo | The Shintaro Higashi Show
Description: In this solo episode, Shintaro Higashi shares a passionate call to action for the Judo community: support USA Judo by simply becoming a member. Drawing from personal conversations with key figures like Mac (Team USA medical staff) and Alex Bates (High Performance Committee), Shintaro outlines why membership growth is vital for funding, development, and the future of American judo. This episode is both a reflection and a rallying cry to unify and uplift the sport in the U.S.00:00 How Can We Help USA Judo?01:00 Frustrations With Outreach and Communication01:45 The Membership Numbers Problem02:30 Temporary Memberships and Questionable Metrics03:00...