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MSG Knicks vs. Pacers Game Review: Seats, Food & Atmosphere

04/13/2011, 5:16 pm Angel Rodriguez 0

Catch a Knicks vs Pacers game at this iconic venue but expect tight seating, loud crowds, and limited food choices that may leave health conscious solo visitors wanting more.

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Seoul Garden: K-Town Galbi Worth the Visit

04/13/2011, 5:15 pm Angel Rodriguez 0

After a tough Knicks game, we unwound at a cozy K-town spot with friendly service, tasty galbi, and satisfying beef with rice. A hidden gem worth revisiting!

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Borders Bookstore Review: A Book Lover’s Honest Experience

04/13/2011, 5:12 pm Angel Rodriguez 0

Borders bookstores offer a magical experience for real book lovers. Explore massive selections across multiple floors while weighing the pros and cons of making the switch to an e-reader.

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The Full Shilling Bar: Wings, Burgers & Appetizer Review

04/13/2011, 5:11 pm Angel Rodriguez 0

Enjoy a casual bar dining experience featuring tasty buffalo wings, a solid cheeseburger with fries, and impressive crab cakes made with real crab meat. Just skip the bland calamari.

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Nemo NYC: Cozy Karaoke Rooms at $8/Hour with Minor Flaws

04/13/2011, 5:05 pm Angel Rodriguez 0

Enjoy a spacious, well ventilated private room for just $8 per hour per person at this lively bar. Drink purchases come with song tickets so remember to claim yours!

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Suit Shopping at Macy’s With a Muscular Build: My Experience

04/13/2011, 5:04 pm Angel Rodriguez 0

Suit shopping with a muscular build is no easy task. Follow one man’s honest and sometimes awkward journey finding the perfect wedding suit when slim fit simply is not an option.

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New York Burger Co.: A Manhattan Fast Food Gem Worth Visiting

04/13/2011, 5:03 pm Angel Rodriguez 0

Discover delicious fast food burgers and hot dogs at New York Burger Co. in Manhattan. Their cheddar cheeseburgers and chili dogs rival even the fanciest NYC restaurants, with friendly service to boot!

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Applebee’s Queens Boulevard: Disappointing Food & Service

04/13/2011, 4:55 pm Angel Rodriguez 0

Visited Applebee’s on Queens Boulevard with my son and left disappointed. Long waits, watered down drinks, runny pasta, and poor service made this a trip I would not recommend.

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Episode 116 – BJJ Safety, Abuse Concerns, and Changing Attitudes in the Jiu Jitsu Community
by@Angelrtalk

Some time ago, I wrote a post saying I wasn’t completely comfortable with my wife training jiu jitsu with men. The reaction from many practitioners was intense. I was called insecure, and some people insisted that abuse simply doesn’t happen in the BJJ community.

Since then, I’ve seen more and more posts and discussions acknowledging that jiu jitsu has had issues with grooming and abuse, and that these problems have existed for years. It’s been interesting to watch that shift. When I first shared my concerns, a lot of higher belts and experienced practitioners dismissed my perspective. Now, many of those same types of voices openly recognize that these problems are real.

That contrast is hard to ignore. I talk about it in more detail in episode 116.

I saw something similar during my time in the military. In environments that are heavily male dominated, with very few women, the risk of misconduct can increase. My concerns were never about insecurity. They were about awareness, caution, and looking out for the people I care about.

Episode 116 – BJJ Safety, Abuse Concerns, and Changing Attitudes in the Jiu Jitsu Community
02/09/2026, 3:56 pm
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