The Australian MMA Podcast

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Australian MMA is your home for everything Aussie mixed martial arts. We are an Australian-based MMA media outlet dedicated to covering Australian fighters wherever they are in the world. From the UFC to local promotions, we showcase Aussie talent, tell their stories, and celebrate the growth of MMA in Australia. Follow us for exclusive interviews, fight highlights, breaking news, and behind the scenes insights into Australia’s rising MMA scene.

  1. Oct 8

    Adele Fornarino on Making Jiu-Jitsu Safer for Women

    Adele Fornarino is an Australian jiu-jitsu athlete competing with UFC BJJ. In this interview, she talks about the opportunities and consistency she sees in competing with the organisation, and what life is like training at the UFC Performance Institute in Las Vegas. A major part of the conversation focuses on safety and accountability in jiu-jitsu. Fornarino discusses why she speaks up, how the sport’s hierarchy can make it difficult for people to raise concerns, and why she believes education and clear ways to respond matter. She also talks about making a living in the sport, supporting athletes through paid events, her upcoming match and the challenge of entering the pit. Subscribe for weekly Australian MMA news, exclusive interviews and fight coverage. Timecodes: 00:00 Intro 01:18 UFC recognition and ADCC 02:30 The growth of UFC BJJ 04:14 Life as a UFC BJJ athlete 08:04 Training camp in Las Vegas 09:44 Why Adele chose UFC BJJ 12:52 UFC Fight Pass and supporting athletes 17:26 Making a living in jiu-jitsu 20:17 Speaking up about women’s safety 25:22 Why safety concerns persist 26:14 Belt hierarchy and accountability 28:02 The idea of an “HR” system for jiu-jitsu 34:00 Jiu-jitsu’s dark side and community responsibility 38:14 Making an impact beyond medals 40:42 Education and ways to create change 42:42 Previewing the upcoming match #AdeleFornarino, #UFCBJJ, #JiuJitsu For more Australian MMA coverage, visit: www.australianmma.com.au

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Australian MMA is your home for everything Aussie mixed martial arts. We are an Australian-based MMA media outlet dedicated to covering Australian fighters wherever they are in the world. From the UFC to local promotions, we showcase Aussie talent, tell their stories, and celebrate the growth of MMA in Australia. Follow us for exclusive interviews, fight highlights, breaking news, and behind the scenes insights into Australia’s rising MMA scene.

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