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Dave Meyer | Host, Ageless Warrior Lab podcast | Co-founder and CEO of Food System Innovations and Humane American Animal Foundation

David Meyer is a pioneering American Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practitioner, and accomplished non-profit founder and Philanthropist.

David co-founded and served as CEO of Adopt-a-Pet.com for two decades, turning it into the world’s largest nonprofit homeless pet adoption website and helping save millions of animals, before its acquisition by Mars Inc.

Today, David leads Food System Innovations and Humane America Animal Foundation, leading in farm animal welfare and the protein transition movement. He frequently advises U.S. lawmakers on these issues, and has raised and deployed over $160 million in philanthropic capital as part of his work in the nonprofit space.

In his athletic career, David has risen to the highest ranks of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ). He earned his black belt from Rigan Machado in 1996 and ranked among the first Americans (“the Dirty Dozen”) to do so. He was the first American to medal at the black belt level at the BJJ World Championships in Brazil in 1998, and continues to compete, winning world championship titles in his age division.

As a martial artist and instructor, he taught at UCLA, Steven Seagal’s Tenshin Dojo, and developed globally used grappling curricula with John Will, including customized material for Chuck Norris’s UFAF association.

Meyer also played a critical role in post-Katrina animal rescue, co-authored key books on BJJ and pet care, and co-founded a Haiti orphanage for children with HIV, exemplifying a lifetime of impactful leadership in both martial arts and philanthropy.

David resides in the San Francisco Bay, and continues to coach BJJ athletes while actively managing Food System Innovations and Humane America Animal Foundation.

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Weaponized Curiosity: Jeremy Corbell on UFOs, Martial Arts, and Life Lessons | Ep. 10

November 04, 2025 • David Meyer • Season 1 • Episode 11

Join host Dave Meyer for an inspiring and wide-ranging conversation with Jeremy Corbell—martial artist, artist, documentary filmmaker, and one of the leading voices in UFO/UAP journalism today.

In this episode of the Ageless Warrior Lab, Jeremy shares his journey from a scrappy, out-of-control kid to a disciplined martial artist, successful artist, and now a prominent investigative journalist uncovering the mysteries of UFOs. The discussion dives deep into the power of mentorship, the importance of curiosity, and the lessons learned from both triumph and adversity.

Jeremy opens up about his formative years in martial arts, the life-changing impact of illness, and how he continually reinvents himself by following his curiosity and embracing new challenges. The conversation also explores the misconceptions around UFO research, the value of patience and persistence, and the importance of living authentically and joyfully.

Whether you’re interested in martial arts, personal growth, or the search for truth in the unknown, this episode is packed with wisdom, humor, and actionable insights.

0:00 Introduction & Jeremy's Background

1:35 How Jeremy Got Into Martial Arts

7:11 The Harvard Westlake Dojo & Early Training

13:21 Key Life Lessons from Jiujitsu

24:25 Valley Fever Illness & Identity Crisis

33:54 UFO/UAP Journalism & Misconceptions

40:19 Mental Health & Replacing Negative Thoughts

45:45 The Way You Do Anything Is the Way You Do Everything

54:16 Letting Go & Making Life Changes

1:05:40 Closing Thoughts & Jeremy's Podcast "Weaponized"

Links for Show notes:

Sept. 10, 2025 Congressional Heating on UFOs.