David Boyle
David Boyle
6 Years 204 days - Wrestling
6 Years 204 days - Wrestling
6 Years 204 days - Wrestling
Thursday 4th December 2025
Join David Boyle as he swaps jiu-jitsu for wrestling in search of tougher training for his son. A humorous take on parenting and martial arts.
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Episode Overview
- Wrestling offers a more intense training environment than jiu-jitsu.
- A schoolyard incident prompted the change in sport.
- Sports can teach resilience and self-defence.
- Balancing nurturing with tough love is crucial in parenting.
- Humour can be a valuable tool in discussing serious topics.
"Let that little eight and a half, nine-year-old know what death is like."
Ever wondered what it takes to transition from jiu-jitsu to wrestling? In this episode, comedian David Boyle shares a candid account of his son's journey from the gentle art of jiu-jitsu to the rough and tumble world of wrestling. Boyle's frustration with local jiu-jitsu classes, which felt more like playtime than serious training, led him to seek out a more intense environment for his son.
Wrestling seemed to be the perfect fit, offering a no-nonsense approach that Boyle believes will teach his son resilience and self-defence. Boyle recounts a schoolyard incident where his son was caught off guard and ended up on the ground, despite years of martial arts training. This event served as a wake-up call, prompting Boyle to question the effectiveness of his son's previous training and to push for a more rigorous sport.
His humorous yet honest narrative highlights the struggles of parenting, especially when trying to instil confidence and strength in children. You'll find Boyle's reflections on parenting both entertaining and thought-provoking, as he grapples with the balance between nurturing and tough love. His insights into the differences between jiu-jitsu and wrestling are eye-opening, and he offers practical advice on how to handle conflict without resorting to aggression.
This episode is not just about martial arts; it's about the life lessons that come with them. So, if you're curious about how sports can shape character or just in need of a good laugh, this episode is worth a listen. How do you think sports can impact personal development?