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18 Apr 2023
#1 - Kenny Baker - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Will Change You and Your Ego
Kenny Baker is a 3rd Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) under Gordo Europe BJJ, Co-Founder/Owner and Head Coach at Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth, UK.
Kenny is a lifelong Martial Artist who has dedicated 20 years to BJJ and has trained under the late Karl Tanswell, Renzo Gracie, John Danaher and Braulio Estima. He is a longtime friend and training partner of UFC fighter, Gunnar Nelson. At the time of writing, Kenny has over 200 students, including 4 black belts and countless brown, purple and blue belts.
Expect to get the everyday perspective on what BJJ is, it's effectiveness in competition against other martial arts, what it takes to be at an elite level, how it benefit you as a man, a bit of banter and much more...
Extra Stuff: Check out Flo Martial Arts website - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk Drop by for a Coffee... https://www.instagram.com/flocoffeeshop Flo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flomartialarts Flo's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flomartialarts Fancy Competing? Check out the Devon Open - https://www.devonbjjopen.com
00:00 Intro 03:45 The Early Days 10:03 What is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 13:12 Bursting the Ego Bubble 18:14 So Much More to Martial Arts 25:51 Not Everyone Can Be a Black Belt 32:09 Training under Karl Tanswell 35:10 Training at Renzo’s in New York 44:12 Getting the Black Belt 47:31 Competition History 52:35 Competition Isn’t Reality 54:49 Steroids in BJJ 01:02:27 Injuries & Physios 01:09:53 How to Avoid injuries 01:18:18 Running the Funny Farm 01:24:07 Best Submission & Position
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#mentalhealth #bjj #bjjlifestyle #mma
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Co-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard) Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul Johnson Insta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj
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23 May 2023
#2 - Ricky Bellingham - Army Elite Sport BJJ Athlete: What It takes To Win
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art that originated in Brazil in the early 20th century. It is a grappling-based combat sport that emphasizes techniques for taking an opponent to the ground and then applying joint locks and chokes to force them to submit.
BJJ is also a popular competitive sport with its own set of rules and regulations. Competitions are held at various levels, from local tournaments to international championships, and athletes are ranked according to their skill level and experience.
Training in BJJ typically involves a combination of drilling and sparring, with practitioners learning and practicing techniques in a controlled environment before testing their skills in live matches. It is a physically demanding sport that requires a high level of fitness and conditioning, as well as mental discipline and focus.
Ricky Bellingham is a servicing Lance Corporal in the British Army with Elite Sport status which before suffering injury, allowed him to train and compete full-time as a BJJ athlete. In this time, Ricky has competed in over a hundred BJJ matches and has suffered a number of injuries. He currently competes at Brown Belt Masters 2 and has podiumed at the Masters Worlds and Europeon Championships.
Expect to get the everyday perspective on life in the British Army, the price of being a full time athlete, how to methodically develop a BJJ game, competition tactics, injury psychology and much more...
Extra Stuff: Check Out Ricky on: https://instagram.com/ricky_bell_bjj
00:00 Intro 02:40 Upbringing & Military Career 11:52 First Experience with BJJ 17:52 Army Sponsorship & Training 27:25 Full Time Training Split 31:37 Nutrition & Longevity 37:13 15 Years Training in 5 Years 45:07 Importance of Family Support 50:45 Purposeful, Focused Training 01:02:45 How To Structure a Game 01:12:46 Competition Training Programme 01:21:36 Competition & Tactics 01:30:11 Competition Day 01:38:12 The Silver Lining of Injuries 01:49:59 Goal & Future Plans
#mentalhealth #bjj #bjjlifestyle #army
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Co-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard) Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul Johnson Insta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj
Sponsors:
Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete's - https://matadorapp.io
Get 15% off XMartial Rash Guards and Apparel via link in our Bio or use: https://www.xmartial.com/?ref=thegrapplersperspective
Support us by joining our exclusive Patreon community at https://www.Patreon.com/GrapplersPerspective
10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.
Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk
18 Jul 2023
#4 - Mike Grundy - UFC Veteran Discusses His Fight Career & Reveals What's Next
Mike Grundy is an English professional mixed martial artist and retired freestyle wrestler who competed in the Featherweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). During his wrestling career, Grundy most notably claimed a bronze medal from the 2014 Commonwealth Games.
Mike started wrestling at a young age of 6, under the guidance of his late father. During his wrestling career, Grundy represented both England and Great Britain. He made two Junior World Teams and one Senior World Team while wrestling for England. Grundy wrestled for Great Britain in the men's freestyle 74 kg division at the 2009 World Wrestling Championships. Competing for England, he competed in the men's freestyle 74 kg event at the 2010 Commonwealth Games, where he finished 5th overall. In his last international wrestling event, Grundy also competed for England in the men's freestyle 74 kg event at the 2014 Commonwealth Games where he won a bronze medal.
He holds a professional MMA record of 12-4 with 9 finishes. He made his amateur mixed martial arts debut in 2011, followed by professional debut in September 2014. Over the next three years, Grundy competed for various promotions including Shooto, BAMMA, and Absolute Championship Berkut. He amassed a record of 11 wins against 1 loss before joining the UFC.
Expect to get the everyday perspective on Mike's most recent performance, his reflections on the fight, what his future plans are, his journey with wrestling, training at Team Kaobon, his experiences training with other UFC stars and much more...
Extra Stuff: For Mike’s Online Academy - https://academy.mikegrundycoaching.com/ Check Out Mike's Training Facility - http://www.elitefitnessfactory.com
00:00 Intro 03:59 Last UFC Fight & Future Plans 10:06 Starting Wrestling 17:23 Wrestling Competition 25:13 Starting MMA 28:20 Training at Team Kaobon 34:37 Early MMA Career 40:23 Getting Into the UFC 49:50 Darren Till 54:43 Injuries 1:00:59 Fighting Evloev on Fight Island 1:07:47 Fighting Lando 1:12:05 Weight Cuts & Training Camps 1:21:50 Waking Up After Last Loss 1:25:30 PFL & Future Prospects 1:28:38 Tom Aspinall & HW Predictions
Co-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard) Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul Johnson Insta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj
Sponsors:
Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete's - https://matadorapp.io
Get 15% off XMartial Rash Guards and Apparel via link in our Bio or use: https://www.xmartial.com/?ref=thegrapplersperspective
Support us by joining our exclusive Patreon community at https://www.Patreon.com/GrapplersPerspective
10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.
Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk
11 Jul 2023
#3 - Steve Hollister - BJJ and Martial Arts Helped 6th Dan Karateka With PTSD
Steve Hollister is a 6th Dan Shotokan Karate Black Belt and has been practicing Karate for over 40 years. He has extensive high level international competition experience, winning WKA World and European Championships in 2011 and 2013 to name a few.
Steve also has many years of coaching experience in Karate and was Voted the Plymouth Herald’s ‘Coach of the Year in 2011. In 2023, he is the head striking coach here at Flo Martial In Plymouth.
Following a tragic loss to his family in 2010, he found Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and is now a Brown belt under Kenny Baker. Despite having a hip replacement in early 2023, he was back rolling just 7 weeks after this huge operation and still remains to be a pain in the ass for most people on the mats.
Expect to get the everyday perspective on what Karate is, what Karate competition is like, fake martial arts, finding the right gym, how to manage PTSD with martial arts and much more...
Extra Stuff: Eva’s Little Stars Foundation - https://www.facebook.com/donate/228396311559809/?paipv=0&eav=AfbQBuUAbhE7G-CpL9_enCHcKT5xSo0QNF1biHfrw1N2e4hjSL0wk_eS9szbLkWFNc0&_rdr Check out Flo Martial Arts website - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk Drop by for a Coffee... https://www.instagram.com/flocoffeeshop Flo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flomartialarts Flo's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flomartialarts Fancy Competing? Check out the Devon Open - https://www.devonbjjopen.com
00:00 Intro 04:32 Starting Karate in the 70’s 06:51 What is Karate 11:29 Becoming a Child Black Belt 15:13 Grading and Belt Comparisons 19:08 Karate Competition 28:21 Starting BJJ as a 6th Dan Karateka 37:32 Evolution of Martial Arts 45:26 Advice for Starting Martial Arts 57:21 Dangers of Fake Martial Arts 01:06:29 Living Up To Your Belt 01:11:35 Hip Replacement & Injuries 01:16:47 Martial Arts and PTSD 01:26:23 Eva’s Little Stars 01:29:39 Managing Anxiety with CBD & TRT 01:40:19 Never Too Old To Start Training
Co-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard) Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul Johnson Insta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj
Sponsors:
Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete's - https://matadorapp.io
Get 15% off XMartial Rash Guards and Apparel via link in our Bio or use: https://www.xmartial.com/?ref=thegrapplersperspective
Support us by joining our exclusive Patreon community at https://www.Patreon.com/GrapplersPerspective
10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.
Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk
25 Jul 2023
#5 - Miko Hytonen - Chokes and More: My Addiction Is Cool, My Addiction is BJJ
@Chokes_and_More is one of the fastest growing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu social media channels on Instagram and Facebook. His quirky, unorthodox instructional short videos have accumilated millions of views, with his 'Power Kimura' video reaching over 7 millions views alone. His techniques are now available in his own BJJ Fanatics instructional, No Gi Chokes From Everywhere.
Behind @Chokes_and_More is Miko Hytonen, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Brown Belt under Santeri Lilius at Lilius&Barnatt Martial Arts in Malaga, Spain. Originally from Finland, Miko did a lot of "stupid things" before leaving his home country for Spain, where he found Jiu Jitsu and built a new life full of Jiu-Jitsu, Sun, and Palm Trees.
Expect to get the everyday perspective on Miko, the man behind @Chokes_and_more, his checkered past, how BJJ helped him turn his life around, life in sunny Spain, his training blueprint, how he developed his unique lapel attacks, the meaning of his tattoos and much more...
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Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk Or, Drop by for a Coffee... https://www.instagram.com/flocoffeeshop
Extra Stuff: For Miko's Instructional's, Merch and Other Stuff - https://linktr.ee/ChokesAndMore Check Out His Socials For More Awesome Content Insta - https://www.instagram.com/chokes_and_more Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/chokesandmore/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/chokesandmore
Special Thanks to Kernow Resilience Hub (https://kernowrh.com) for setting this up and being great hosts at their amazing facility and to Kernow BJJ for letting share their mats!
Co-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard) Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul Johnson Insta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj
Sponsors:
Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete's - https://matadorapp.io
Get 15% off XMartial Rash Guards and Apparel via link in our Bio or use: https://www.xmartial.com/?ref=thegrapplersperspective
Support us by joining our exclusive Patreon community at https://www.Patreon.com/GrapplersPerspective
10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.
Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk
05 Sep 2023
#6 - Sam Crook & Franck Takoudjou - Francis Ngannou Foundation BJJ Coach Adopts Students
Sam Crook was the Head Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Coach at Francis Ngannou's (Former UFC Heavyweight World Champion) foundation in Cameroon from 2019-2023, where he was bringing BJJ to underprivileged children. He is a well-accomplished jiu-jitsu black belt under Marco Canha which he achieved after reaching Brown Belt under Darren Yeoman.
Sam's remarkable story takes him from being an uninspired young man in the UK, to finding and dedicating himself to BJJ and eventually taking a chance, moving to Cameroon where his life was changed forever. Arriving a single man, Sam now has two adopted teenage boys, a wife, a stepson and a newborn and is currently battling to bring his family home to the UK.
Expect to get the everyday perspective on Sam's journey with BJJ, his differences with Francis Ngannou, life in Cameroon, Franck's back story, BJJ competition tactics, bad position strategy and much more...
00:00 Intro 02:07 Initial Doubts in Cameroon 10:44 Conflict of Interests 15:08 Funding & Support 20:12 Reasons For Leaving 24:26 Adoption Battle 29:49 Francks Story 32:52 Family in Cameroon 37:23 Fundraising for Family 41:40 Sam Starting BJJ 42:56 Competition History 01:00:01 Doing a Physio Degree 01:15:00 Competing at Black Belt 01:20:00 Advice for Competing 01:28:16 Life in Cameroon 01:38:35 What Are The People Like 01:45:09 Francks UK Experience
Extra Stuff: To Support - https://www.gofundme.com/f/fundraiser-for-francks-adoption-and-more?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer Sam's Insta - https://www.instagram.com/samcrookbjj/ Franck's Insta - https://www.instagram.com/francktakoudjoubjj/ Shout Out to Scramble for their Support - https://scramblestuff.com
Co-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard) Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul Johnson Insta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj
Sponsors:
Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete's - https://matadorapp.io
Get 15% off XMartial Rash Guards and Apparel via link in our Bio or use: https://www.xmartial.com/?ref=thegrapplersperspective
Support us by joining our exclusive Patreon community at https://www.Patreon.com/GrapplersPerspective
10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.
Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk
19 Sep 2023
#7 - Dan Bassett - Real Life Tyler Durden: Society Has Demonised Masculinity
Mr (Dan) Bassett is the Founder and Owner of Mr Bassett's Grapplers Soap and Cult Brand UK. Known as The World's Most Violent Soap Maker, Dan is a Grappler, a Fighter, Ex-Armed Forces, RNLI, a UK Fire Fighter... and an Artist.
Dan is passionate about Oil Checks, Staying Clean, Fighting Dirty and believes that service to others is a mindset and that masculinity is a good thing. He believes genuinely in equal opportunities, regardless of sex, race, sexuality or faith and in merit; and that in a progressively more nuanced world where personal responsibility and accountability are becoming rarer by the day, we should stand up and say that our privilege is a growth mindset.
Expect to get the everyday perspective on why he's known to as the 'Most Violent Soap Maker in the World', some hilarious fighting and military stories, creating Grappler's Soap, his views on masculinity, what men can do to improve their mental health and much more...
Extra Stuff: Mr Bassett's Grappler's Soap - https://www.mrbassetts.com Cult Brand UK - https://www.cultbranduk.com Insta - https://www.instagram.com/grapplers_soap Breath Work for Stress Relief - https://youtu.be/nTKvsqGga6g?si=rOjk0Bp_FRM5FKSe
00:00 Intro 03:03 Most Violent Soap Maker in the World 06:25 Military & Somali Pirates 18:29 Fighting Background 39:30 Grappler’s Soap 53:29 Why ‘Cult Brand UK’ Exists 01:07:16 Modern Parenting 01:13:18 When It’s Right to Discriminate 01:19:26 How Can Men Help Themselves 01:23:24 Breath Work & Cold Therapy 01:29:07 Don’t Be An Askhole 01:34:58 Mental Strength & Hypnosis 01:45:36 Create a Positive Narrative 01:51:24 Shameless Plug
Co-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard) Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul Johnson Insta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj
Sponsors:
Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete's - https://matadorapp.io
Get 15% off XMartial Rash Guards and Apparel via link in our Bio or use: https://www.xmartial.com/?ref=thegrapplersperspective
Support us by joining our exclusive Patreon community at https://www.Patreon.com/GrapplersPerspective
10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.
Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk
03 Oct 2023
#8 - Braulio Estima - Legendary Principles On How To Succeed in BJJ and Life
Braulio Estima “Carcará” is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu 5th degree black belt, multiple time World Champion and an ADCC open weight & super fight champion. Considered by most, one of the top jiu-jitsu competitors of the 2000’s era, Braulio Estima collected trophies throughout his grappling career, both as a fighter and as an instructor.
Expect to get the everyday perspective on Braulio’s principles, how Jiu Jitsu carries over into life, why people quit at blue belt, when he nearly quit as a white belt, staying health on the mats over 40, controlling without strength and much more...
Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk Or, Drop by for a Coffee... https://www.instagram.com/flocoffeeshop
Extra Stuff: Braulio's Insta - https://www.instagram.com/braulioestima Gracie Barra Birmingham - https://www.gbbirmingham.com Braulio's Main Achievements: - 1st Place IBJJF World Champion (2004/2006/2009) - 1st Place UAEJJF Abu Dhabi World Pro (2014) - 1st Place ADCC Championship (2009) - 1st Place IBJJF European Open (2007/2009/2011) - 2nd Place IBJJF World Championship (2005/2008/2013) - 2nd Place ADCC Championship (2007) - ADCC Hall of Fame (2022)
Co-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard) Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul Johnson Insta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj
Sponsors:
Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete's - https://matadorapp.io
Get 15% off XMartial Rash Guards and Apparel via link in our Bio or use: https://www.xmartial.com/?ref=thegrapplersperspective
Support us by joining our exclusive Patreon community at https://www.Patreon.com/GrapplersPerspective
10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.
Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk
24 Oct 2023
#9 - Dr Will Duffin - Keep Staph, Ringworm & Skin Infections Off The Grappling Mats
Training in BJJ, MMA or any Grappling Combat Sport, if you haven't had a Staph Infection, Ringworm or some other Skin Infection, you'll know a few people who have. They can rip through a gym, make you look and feel awful, decimate memberships and be a real pain to shift.
Dr Will Duffin aka 'Dr Will' from the hit TV show, Survivor is a practicing NHS GP, Joint-Medical Director at World Extreme Medicine, Exhibition Doctor, Medical Educator and Skin Infection Specialist. Working in General Practice and in the wild, Dr Will has seen and treated every type of bacterial, fungal and viral infection that can make your skin its home.
Expect to get the everyday perspective on the different types of skin infection you'll find in a BJJ/MMA gym, how you can spot them, how to avoid them, how to treat them, what gyms can do to protect their members and much more...
DISCLAIMER: Graphic Pictures of Skin Infections Are Used In This Episode! To View, Check Out The Episode On Our YouTube Channel.
Extra Stuff: GMC reference no: 7016724 Check out Dr Will's website - https://www.drwillduffin.com World Extreme Medicine https://worldextrememedicine.com provide medical support in extreme environments including conferences and courses.
00:00 Intro 03:47 Staph Infections 13:11 Impetigo 23:15 Ringworm 37:03 Jock’s Itch 39:29 Athlete’s Foot 42:42 Fungal Nail 47:48 Herpes / Coldsores 55:56 Shingles 59:51 What Can BJJ / MMA Gyms Do? 01:06:29 What Can Gym Members Do?
Co-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard) Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul Johnson Insta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj
Sponsors:
Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete's - https://matadorapp.io
Get 15% off XMartial Rash Guards and Apparel via link in our Bio or use: https://www.xmartial.com/?ref=thegrapplersperspective
Support us by joining our exclusive Patreon community at https://www.Patreon.com/GrapplersPerspective
10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.
Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk
07 Nov 2023
#11 - Jamie Horseman - Living Two Lives: From Heroin Addict At 14 to BJJ Black Belt
Jamie Horseman has lived two lives; Now he is a 45 Year Old Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt and Head Coach at Centaur BJJ based at MoreCore Gym in Saltash, UK; and Re-Org Charity Affiliate Gym, Pantheon in Plymouth, UK. Jamie is prolific competitor, having won the IBJJF Europeans at Masters on a number of occasions on his way to achieving his Black Belt. As a Black he still continues to compete whenever possible.
Long before BJJ, as a teenager, Jamie got involved with the wrong crowd which led him down a dark path of hard drugs, addiction, crime, violence, prison and tragedy.
Expect to get the everyday perspective on how Jamie got involved with drugs, the crimes he committed to sustained his habit, his time in prison, how he tragedy lost his parents, how he got clean, his BJJ journey and much more,
00:00 Intro 02:03 Blind Loyalty 03:42 BJJ Competing & Obsession 12:37 Black Belts Competing 16:00 Coaching & Competing Mindset 20:32 Keeping Your School Honest 23:58 Heroin Addict at 14 27:28 Teenage Drugs and Crime 35:48 Petty Crime and Convictions 45:13 Life As A Junkie 53:42 Time in Prison 59:23 Getting Clean
Co-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard) Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul Johnson Insta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj
Sponsors:
Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete's - https://matadorapp.io
Get 15% off XMartial Rash Guards and Apparel via link in our Bio or use: https://www.xmartial.com/?ref=thegrapplersperspective
Support us by joining our exclusive Patreon community at https://www.Patreon.com/GrapplersPerspective
10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.
Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk
31 Oct 2023
#10 - Owen Livesey - He Could've Took My Clothes Off If He Wanted To, It's Scary!
Owen Livesey is a British Judo and BJJ Black Belt, Submission Grappler and Owner of Carlson Gracie Hull. He notably competed in Judo at an international level for Great Britain and England and won a Gold Medal at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow in the Men's 81kg division.
Now, Owen in one of the biggest British names on the Professional Jiu Jitsu and Submission Grappling scene. This year he competed against former UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman in the main event of Polaris 23. At Quintet 4 where he represented Team Polaris and fought against Nick Rodriguez (Nicky Rod). He then competed in an 8-man absolute grand prix tournament at Polaris 25 where he faced Fabricio Andrey.
Expect to get the everyday perspective on Owen's Judo background, his toughest opponents in grappling, his training split, his thoughts on Nicky Rod, training with John Danaher, Gordon Ryan and New Wave Jiu Jitsu, details about his online grappling academy and much more…
Extra Stuff: Join Owen's Online Academy - https://www.owenliveseygrapplingacademy.co.uk Linktree - https://linktr.ee/owenlivesey Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/owenlivesey
00:00 Intro 04:22 Judo Background 15:49 Working in Rugby 19:53 Transition to Grappling 25:57 Toughest Opponents 34:25 Thoughts On Nicky Rod 36:23 Being Relevant & MMA 43:10 Training Split, Rehab & Nutrition 52:33 Training at New Wave in Roka 01:06:57 Online Academy & Future Plans 01:11:15 Shout Out to Sponsors
Co-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard) Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul Johnson Insta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj
Sponsors:
Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete's - https://matadorapp.io
Get 15% off XMartial Rash Guards and Apparel via link in our Bio or use: https://www.xmartial.com/?ref=thegrapplersperspective
Support us by joining our exclusive Patreon community at https://www.Patreon.com/GrapplersPerspective
10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.
Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk
21 Nov 2023
#12 - Matt Mann - How Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu is Different to Sport BJJ Styles
Matt Mann, known online aa 'Jiu Jitsu Is Much More Than You Think' is a Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu Brown Belt under Danny MacMillan Jr in Plymouth, UK. He is a Jiu Jitsu Coach, Former Police Officer and Proud Father of 3. Matt is a huge advocate for Jiu Jitsu for Self-Defence and Mental Health, both he has experienced personally.
Matt set up his social media accounts to document and journal his first steps into Jiu Jitsu right through until the day he can no longer study the art. Through this platform, he is also able to raise awareness and support for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), a condition that effects his young son.
Expect to get the everyday perspective on how limited police training is, how the Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu system and it's focus to self defence compares to Sport Jiu Jitsu styles, when Matt was attacked in the street and if Jiu Jitsu really works, how he manages his injuries, his sons EDS, how Jiu Jitsu supported his mental health and much more...
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00:00 Intro 01:50 Social Media Name & Inspiration 04:37 Jiu Jitsu vs Police Training 21:21 Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu 42:18 Being Attacked in the Street 52:29 Pressure Testing 57:37 Mental Health Struggles 01:02:34 Sons Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome 01:19:30 Injuries & Training Over 40 01:29:45 How Belts Make Us Feel 01:35:31 Jiu Jitsu Universally is Fantastic
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28 Nov 2023
#13 - Dr Mike Piekarski - The Science of Breaking Limbs & Putting People To Sleep
Doctor Kickass (Mike Piekarski) is a BJJ Black Belt and Practicing Doctor in Physical Therapy. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from Binghamton University in upstate New York, where he first discovered Brazilian Jiu-jitsu. After graduating, Mike began competing in Mixed Martial Arts, Muay Thai, and submission grappling. After turning professional as a Mixed Martial Artist, he decided to change his focus and return to school.
Mike attended Stony Brook University in Long Island, where he earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy. After graduate school Mike moved to Los Angeles. During this time he earned the rank of black belt in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu and became recognized as a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist by the American Physical Therapy Association. Mike currently lives in Eastern Washington and works with a variety of athletes as a Sports Physical Therapist.
Expect to get the everyday perspective on what body part you break with different BJJ submission techniques, Jon Jones' injury and recovery, the prevalence of injuries in BJJ, the anatomy of injuries in BJJ, what injuries mean in regard to rehab and recovery and much more...
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00:00 Intro 02:19 Doctor Kickass Background 07:55 Jon Jones Injury & Return 12:28 Injury Prevalence in BJJ 17:12 Neck Attacks & Injuries 28:37 Neck Strengthening 32:19 Shoulder Attacks & Injuries 35:47 Bone Break vs Muscle Tear 42:24 Arm Attacks & Injuries 51:01 Knee Attacks & Injuries 01:01:50 Ankle Attacks & Injuries 01:08:16 Most Dangerous Sub in BJJ 01:17:14 How To Mitigate Injuries
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05 Dec 2023
#14 - Francis Miller - ITF World Champion Gives His View On Taekwon-Do Vs BJJ
Francis Miller is a highly experienced and accomplished martial artist, with 30 years of experience in Taekwon-Do, 25 years in Kickboxing, and 9 years in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He holds the following belts:
- 6th Degree Black Belt in ITF Taekwon-Do - 6th Degree Black Belt in Kickboxing - Brown Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Francis is the head instructor at Evolution Martial Arts, and is also a national coach for the ITF England Taekwon-Do team, where he has been involved for the past 9 years. In addition, he is the Royal Navy and Royal Marines ITF Taekwon-Do coach.
Throughout his career, Francis has won numerous international and national titles and has taught thousands of students, producing numerous national and international champions in all styles taught at Evolution Martial Arts.
Expect to get the everyday perspective on what Taekwon-Do is, if patterns transfer well to sparring/fighting, competing internationally, whether the modern rules have ruined the art, what Francis would choose in a street fight: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu or Taekwon-Do and much more...
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00:00 Intro 02:13 Two Time World Champion 04:42 What is Taekwondo 14:10 TKD Competition Structure 18:17 Competing Internationally 25:08 Power, Patterns & Sparring 36:24 Different Styles & Effectiveness 42:01 Belt System & Gradings 55:40 Training BJJ 59:07 BJJ or TKD in a Street Fight 01:07:12 How to Find a Good TKD School
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12 Dec 2023
#15 - Luke Barnett - UFC Veteran Explains Why Being Able to Fight Is So Important
Luke Barnatt is a retired English mixed martial artist, and entrepreneur, who fought as a Middleweight for the UFC. He was a member of FX's The Ultimate Fighter: Team Jones vs. Team Sonnen, and has also competed for BAMMA, UCMMA and RXF. At 6' 6" Luke was one of the tallest fighters currently competing in his weight class.
Following his retirement from fighting, a chance encounter with an old friend, Andrew Tate inspired him to repurpose his skillset and he is now a successful Event Promoter, Investor, War Room member and Private Mentor for Millionaires across the globe.
Expect to get the everyday perspective on how to create value to others, his system for success, why every man should learn to fight, his lowest point in fighting, an exclusive about Andrew Tate's War Room speech, how men can level up, what money really is and much more...
00:00 Intro 02:09 Purpose After Fighting 14:05 Creating Value to Others 25:11 System for Success 29:48 What Fighting Gives You 44:38 Don’t Fear Judgement 52:17 Andrew Tate’s Brutal Feedback 01:03:05 Luke’s Lowest Point 01:10:13 Fighting Sean Strickland 01:14:01 Why Men Are So Depressed 01:20:29 Relationship Dynamics 01:33:45 What Money Really Is 01:42:21 Trick To Be Better Than 95%
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02 Jan 2024
#16 - Cameron Shayne - Do This To Improve Your BJJ Longevity and Outlast Everyone
Expect to get the everyday perspective on why people are forced to quit BJJ, how to maintain and mobilise your machine so you can train forever, why martial arts reflect the current decay of civilisation, the tribe of men and much more...
Cameron is the movement coach for numerous professional fighters competing in ADCC, UFC, One, and Bellator. His athletes include Rafael Lovato Jr., Xande Ribeiro, Josh Burkman, Gilbert Burns, Michael Johnson, Vagner Rocha, Aung La Nsang as well as artists & entertainers Charlie Sheen, Sean Penn, Slash, Courtney Cox, Rene Russo, Meg Ryan and Jennifer Aniston.
Cameron received his black belt in Olympic Style Taekwondo under Masters Paul & Dan Harmon in 1992. He received his black belt in Yoshukai Japanese Karate-do under Shihan Jerry Blanck in 2003. He received his black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu from Xande Ribeiro and Rafael Lovato Jr. in 2022.
Cameron has been studying and sharing yoga and mobility for over 30 years producing hundreds of teachers in the fields of yoga, martial arts and free from movement world wide. He currently lives and runs Budokon Big Sky Retreat Center with his wife Budokon University Director Melayne Shayne.
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00:00 Intro 02:24 Budokon Philosophy 10:24 Decay of Civilisation 16:07 Training BJJ with Legends 27:50 Concepts, Not Techniques 36:17 Why People Quit BJJ 47:53 Maintaining The Machine 58:18 Take Your Stretching Seriously 01:07:55 Expansion, Contraction 01:13:18 Health Wealth Management 01:18:56 Men Are Missing Their Tribe 01:25:56 Good & Bad of Common Belief 01:32:40 Be Aware of Consumption 01:42:13 Budokon Academy
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09 Jan 2024
#17 - Jay Dimery - BJJ Nutrition, Weight Cuts and Steroids in Jiu Jitsu
Expect to get the everyday perspective on how to lose fat in the new year, how to optimise your BJJ with nutrition, everything you should know about weight cutting, the truth about steroids in BJJ and much more...
Jacob (Jay) Dimery from BJJ Nutrition is a qualified and registered Nutritionist; and competitive BJJ Blue Belt. For the past 5 years, after completing his degree in human nutrition at Bath University, Jay has helped hundreds of different people from all walks of life, including general public right through to athletes.
Inspired from lhos passion for BJJ, Jay is on a mission to make sure the jiu jitsu community don’t repeat the mistakes he has already seen from other sports.
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00:00 Intro 02:40 Weight Loss Tips & Diet Trends 10:41 Carnivore vs Veganism 21:23 Weight Loss for BJJ 32:43 Hydration & Pre-Workout 40:31 Weight Cutting 57:45 Comp Day Nutrition 01:06:37 Steroids in BJJ 01:15:03 Harsher Steroids 01:24:35 ADCC Won’t Ban Steroids 01:27:35 Jay’s Dirty Secret 01:36:51 Steroid Russian Roulette 01:41:16 Work With BJJ Nutrition
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23 Jan 2024
#18 - Brandon Reed - BJJ Isn't Effective For Self-Defence If You Can't Do Takedowns
Expect to get the everyday perspective on the best takedowns for BJJ, how to effectively hand fight and why it's so important, why the US are different to the rest of the world when it cones to wrestling, Brandon's approach to professional competition, his frustrations with some BJJ schools, Brandon's thoughts on BJJ and Wrestling, some big call outs and much more...
Brandon Reed is one of the fastest rising professional grapplers in the US. He is 3x National Champion Wrestler & 4x All-American, BJJ Blue Belt NoGi Worlds Gold Medalist, BJJ Purple Belt NoGi Worlds Silver Medalist (losing to DQ).
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00:00 Intro 02:54 Wrestling in the US 11:02 Transitioning to BJJ 18:07 Fighting the BIG Boys 22:55 Frustrations with BJJ 29:24 Wrestling in BJJ 34:09 Hand Fighting 37:56 Best Takedowns for BJJ 41:48 Jiu Jitsu Competition 50:20 Beating Different Styles 55:12 Owen Livesey Call Out 59:29 Instructionals & Gratitude 01:05:08 Training with Chewjitsu 01:11:42 People Are Scared to Compete
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13 Feb 2024
#19 - Justin 'J Flo' Flores - Is Judo Better Than Wrestling or Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Expect to get the everyday perspective on if one art is better; Judo, Wrestling or Jiu Jitsu, which one is the best place to start for beginners, how to train Judo safely as an older person, what makes a world champion, championship psychology, which future start J Flo is most excited about and much more...
Justin was instrumental in the development of multiple MMA champions including Ronda Rousey, who he trained and cornered during her UFC championship run. Justin also trains and coaches Cat Zingano, Dominick Cruz, Jay Jay Wilson, Jessica Penne, Paddy Pimblett and many more. Justin has led the USA Judo team in coaching duties all over the world and was named head coach of the 2017-2019 world teams. Justin also coaches numerous up and coming middle school, high school and college wrestling athletes whom have become champions at every level.
As a representative of the US National judo team from 2002-2008, Justin was a 3x National champion, Pan American medalist and collected 20+ top 7 finishes on the world stage at international events. Also an accomplished wrestler, Justin was a high school state champion in California and an all-American and earned a full ride scholarship to division 1 powerhouse University of Nebraska cornhuskers. There, Justin was ranked in the top 10 nationally and was on the starting line up in both his freshman and sophomore seasons before moving to New York to focus on judo.
Justin also earned his Jiu-Jitsu black belt in under 4 years from the legendary Fabio Santos.
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00:00 Intro 02:44 Early Jude & Wrestling Days 09:58 Martial Arts Family 14:45 Grappling Venn Diagram 20:35 Is Judo Safe For Older Beginners 24:39 I Didn't Reach My Potential 33:19 Jiu Jitsu Journey 40:32 Becoming A Brand 45:23 BJJ Is Judo Rebranded 52:16 World Champ Mentality 01:00:13 Can You Teach Confidence 01:04:48 Challenges of Being a Coach 01:10:40 Fighters to Watch in 2024 01:14:23 Paddy Pimblett Could Be Top 5
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27 Feb 2024
#20 - Nick 'Chewy' Albin - Getting A BJJ Black Belt Doesn’t Require Much Discipline
Expect to get the everyday perspective on if and how strength should be used in BJJ, how he broke his tooth and got his nickname, what weird gyms and bad coaches look like, how to deal with athletic guys on the mat and training when you're getting old, focus for white belts, his thoughts on how fast people should be promoted and much more...
Nick 'Chewy' Albin is known by the grappling community globally for his Youtube channel @Chewjitsu , where he provides insights and guidance to any BJJ practitioner needing support or with a question.
He started training BJJ in 2003 right after high school. He's been training constantly since then and received my black belt from Renato Tavares in 2011. Over the years he's had the chance to experience jiu-jitsu from multiple vantage points. Everything from competing and training 3 times a day to being injured and feeling miserable because he couldn't roll.
He's been teaching full time since 2010 and since then he has either won or helped his students win the Worlds, Pan Ams and other IBJJF tournaments as well as various highly acknowledged tournaments like Grapplers Quest, NAGA, EG., OGC and many others.
00:00 Intro 03:42 Name and Tooth 12:05 Why Chewy Started Grappling 15:05 Jiu Jitsu Brotherhood 20:56 Dealing With Athletic Guys 26:57 Why Young Guys Have Ego 32:22 Giving Back His Purple Belt 36:35 Sad Black Belt Ceremony 44:44 What is BJJ 56:46 Weird BJJ Gyms 01:03:18 Bad BJJ Coaches 01:06:56 White Belt Focus 01:11:56 The Myth About Strength 01:19:42 Blue Belt Blues 01:24:27 Can You Promote Too Fast 01:32:26 What A Black Belt Should Be 01:40:38 Future of Jiu Jitsu 01:45:49 Training When Your Old 01:50:08 Chewy’s OnlyFans
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12 Mar 2024
#21 - Owen Jones - People Prefer NoGi Jiu Jitsu Because The Skill Gap Diminishes
Expect to get the everyday perspective on Owen's review of the recent ADCC trails, his reflection on his win in 2023, his frustrations with the recent weigh in rule change, his thoughts on the 66kg elites, ADCC predictions, his thoughts on Gi vs No Gi, how he improves his game so fast, training with @BTeamJiuJitsu and much more...
Owen Jones is the 2023 ADCC European, Middle East & Asian Trials Champion at 66kg, qualifying him for the ADCC World Championships in 2024. He is one of the most exciting up and coming UK grapplers with Super Fight wins on WNO and Polaris; and was the IBJJF No Gi European Champion at a purple belt in 2022.
He is known for his exciting style, his outside passing, sliding into DM's and his favourite position (in BJJ), the Reverse Cowgirl. Check out his instructionals at BJJ Fanatics Instructional - https://bjjfanatics.com/products/outside-the-guard-inside-her-dms-by-owen-jones
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00:00 Key to Getting Good 04:21 ADCC Euro Trials 2024 09:08 Winning 2023 Trials 15:58 ADCC Weigh In Rule Change 21:04 Fighting Fabricio Andrey 26:54 Steroids in BJJ 31:41 ADCC Predictions 40:41 Starting Jiu Jitsu 46:37 Gi vs No Gi 54:51 Best Way to Improve 1:00:10 Use Your Initiative 01:05:02 Training at B-Team & J Flo 01:14:427 Future Plans
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26 Mar 2024
#22 - Kit Dale - Jiu Jitsu Has No Fundamental Techniques You Must Learn To Be Good
Expect to get the everyday perspective on how you're probably learning jiu jitsu the wrong way, why drilling techniques won't make you better, the time Kit became a pro gamer and played with the Apex Legends GOAT, his aspirations with film, how woke Hollywood is ruining good movies and much more...
Kit Dale is a Black Belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and is Australia’s most decorated Brazilian jiu-jitsu athlete of all time. He received his black belt by multiple time world champion Yuri Simoes in 2013, after training for only 4 years. This puts Kit Dale among the fastest people to ever receive a black belt in BJJ.
Kit has competed and won competitions at the highest level in Australia, Japan, Abu Dhabi, USA, BRazil, London and many more. He has won competitions at all belts including the Abu Dhabi World Pro held in Abu Dhabi, the Brazilian nationals held in Brazil and the Australian cup held in Australia. He made it to the Quarter Finals in the Mundial World Championships held in LA after two years off with a knee surgery.
Not only is Kit one of the best Brazilian jiu-jitsu athletes in the world, he is also one of the best coaches and consultants. He has travelled over 20 countries teaching seminars and Jiu-jitsu camps. On top of this he has an online program for Jiu-jitsu where he has sold over 11.000 of his instructional videos called “The Art of Learning Jiu-jitsu”.
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00:00 Intro 03:15 Problem Based Learning 11:45 Reflection Over Mat Time 16:40 Gamifying BJJ For Beginners 22:00 Don’t Drill Techniques 31:35 Asking Isn’t A Shortcut 39:16 Believe You Can Do Anything 48:20 Changing Careers 57:18 Pro Gaming 01:06:44 Woke Hollywood 01:13:31 Kit’s Upcoming Films 01:17:50 Top 3 Films 01:23:31 Hollywood Manipulates People 01:32:01 Science of Learning 01:37:15 Kit’s Courses
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30 Apr 2024
#23 - Ryan 'Mo' Morris - MBE Marine: Optimise Your Health & Life Through Jiu Jitsu
Expect to get the everyday perspective on Beachfront BJJ and the amazing content they provide on and off the mats, how sleep and screen time impact your wellbeing, how the benefits of bjj transfer to life, Mo's experience in the military and overseas operations, why he has such a passion for helping others and the cost of doing so and much more...
Ryan “Mo” Morris MBE has dedicated his career to the British Military, spearheading significant culture change towards mental health education in the Royal Marines. He is a teacher, coach and mentor with extensive experience of working with people within the community and service, promoting resilience and developing strategies for coping with stress.
Passing out with flying colours, Mo went on to serve in some of the world’s most demanding locations such as Kuwait, Iraq and Afghanistan’s Helmand province as a Captain in the Royal Marines. Returning to the corps as a physical training instructor, Mo trains new recruits to develop their physical performance, as well as working with amputees to overcome their adversity and prepare people to compete in the Invictus Games and Paralympic Games.
With a clear focus on helping people to overcome stressful situations through lived experience, Mo is dedicated to helping others develop their human performance, whatever unique challenges they face. That’s why agile edge was born, so people have the tools and support to perform at their best.
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00:00 Intro 03:52 Beachfront BJJ 11:37 Improving Sleep 18:51 Screen Time 33:05 BJJ Benefits 40:29 BJJ Pecking Order 45:38 Benefits Off The Mat 53:26 Comparison Struggle 58:37 Poorly Run Comps 01:06:08 Joining the Marines 01:12:23 Coming of Age in NI 01:15:15 Rapport with Afghans 01:22:14 Moment of Clarity 01:27:00 Feeling Like I’m Not Enough 01:37:08 Receiving an MBE 01:42:51 Being Optimal
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14 May 2024
#24 - Frass Azab - Self Defence Expert: The Truth About Really Defending Yourself
Expect to get the everyday perspective on Krav Mags and if it's an effective, practical self defence martial art, how BJJ and other martial arts compare and differ, the focus for female self defence and much more.
Frass Azab is a prolific student of Martial Arts, as he holds a Black rank in Krav Maga. He is also a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Brown belt promoted by Ethan Benda and Renato Tavares. Frass has also trained extensively in the disciplines of Muay Thai, Judo and the Filipino Martial Arts. Frass has competition experience in Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, as he has won a CBJJ Brazilian National Championship in 2012.
Frass is the founder and Head Coach of the Warriors Academy in Kansas City. Frass also trains the Military Police in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas City, and is certified by the NRA for Defense Tactical Shooting. Frass has also hosted seminars all over the globe including places like Abu Dhabi, London and Saudi Arabia.
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00:00 What is Krav Mega 04:38 Practical Self Defence 12:29 What BJJ Does Different 21:08 Female Self Defence 26:29 Benefits of Competition 36:05 Weapons Self Defence 45:12 Police Are Too Soft 01:03:02 Frass’s Background 01:10:19 Honesty In Martial Arts 01:19:39 Street Fights & Striking 01:29:39 Will Money Change BJJ 01:38:03 We’re All Accessible These Days 01:41:18 Future of Saudi Arabia
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28 May 2024
#25 - Dan Strauss - Raspberry Ape: You Should Break Your Opponent Mentally & Emotionally
xpect to get the everyday perspective on how to reverse cauliflower ears, how to break your opponent from mount, his ADCC predictions, grip strength, hand health, Nogi belts, the impact of BJJ on the brain and much more.
Dan 'Raspberry Ape' Strauss is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under 10x World Champion Roger Gracie, Author of Grip Training for Grappling and Commentator for Polaris and Cage Warrior. He's fought on the world’s biggest and best shows, including ADCC, EBI and Polaris. He is well known and respected throughout the jiu-jitsu and fitness community for his innovative approach to strength training.
Dan has been teaching for over 16 years & have taught seminars at over 250 gyms around the world. His practical and direct approach to helping students get results fast has been praised by some of the best athletes in the game. He believes building strength and skills can help people to lead amazing lives
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00:00 Cauliflower Ears 03:47 Mount Position 13:37 Coaching & Gym 21:00 ADCC Predictions 28:42 Raspberry Ape Podcast 38:52 Book Release 43:08 Health & Performance 48:59 Hand & Elbow Health 57:26 Wrist Strengthening 01:06:26 Why Train Grip 01:10:27 BJJ for Mental Health 01:20:25 No Gi Belts 01:28:10 Impact of BJJ on the Brain 01:35:37 BJJ Will Never Be Mainstream 01:43:45 The Sawbell Invention
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11 Jun 2024
#26 - Jason Khalipa - Is Winning The CrossFit Games Harder Than Being Elite in BJJ
Expect to get the everyday perspective on which is harder CrossfIT or BJJ, how CrossFit transfers to BJJ, how off the mat conditioning can elevate your grappling, what to prioritise in the gym, advice on motivation and much more.
Jason is the founder and CEO of NCFIT GYMS, TRAIN HARD online training, and the host of the JASON KHALIPA PODCAST. He is a CROSSFIT GAMES CHAMPION, 3X TEAM USA CROSSFIT MEMBER and BJJ Brown Belt.
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00:00 What’s Harder BJJ or CrossFit 08:50 BJJ Competing 15:14 Importance of Off-Mat S&C 24:10 What to Prioritise 31:59 Strength or Mobility 39:31 BJJ Training Partners 44:51 Nutrition & Businesses 50:36 Advice on Motivation
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18 Jun 2024
#27 - Malachy Friedman - BJJ Unpopular Opinions: Black Belts, Leg Locks, Systems & Learning
Expect to get the everyday perspective on what Dustin Porier should've done against Islam, the Craig Jones Invitational and if Gabi beats Craig, cheap leg lock systems, if Paul can ever get a black belt and if Danny can ever get on top, how to develop your Jiu Jitsu and much more.
Malachy Friedman is a second-degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under the legendary Master Ricardo Liborio of Carlson Gracie lineage. With almost 20 years of experience, Professor Friedman is adept in multiple fight disciplines including MMA, BJJ, Boxing, Muay Thai and Wrestling.
Malachy started his training with the late UFC Middle-Weight Champion, Evan Tanner. After years of competition, he joined American Top Team in Coconut Creek (2006-2015) where he coached beginners and champs, including the late, great Kimbo Slice to his win against Ken Shamrock at Bellator. Malachy cornered and coached Ultimate Fighting Championship fighters, IBJJF and ADCC BJJ competitors, and hundreds of newcomers to the sport.
In addition to coaching, Malachy is both a strategist and innovator in the sport, having created video instructionals, The Darce Killer, The HeisenGuard, Flower Power, Sh*t Your Instructor Never Showed You, Unf*ck Your Jiu-Jitsu, and Acai Free. He is a regular podcast guest and creator and a contributor to Jiu-Jitsu Magazine.
00:00 Islam vs Dustin Analysis 09:37 Upgrade Your Jiu Jitsu 15:21 Too Much To Learn 22:25 Craig Jones Invitational 31:25 Craig vs Gabi 36:08 Leg Locks Are Cheap 44:05 Jiu Jitsu Systems 50:53 What’s Wrong in Jiu Jitsu 55:57 The Black Belt Problem 01:00:28 Can Paul Get to Black Belt? 01:08:49 Can Danny Get On Top? 01:17:10 Guards & Sweeps 01:22:40 Write Everything Down 01:27:39 Protecting Injuries with Violence 01:34:05 Managing Mental Health 01:39:47 Content Creation & Innovation
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25 Jun 2024
#28 - Xande Ribeiro - CJI Reaction, BJJ Evolution & The Process of Developing Discipline
Expect to get the everyday perspective on how BJJ gas evolved and if it is a good or a bad thing, how BJJ and world lack respect nowadays, Xande's reaction to the Craig Jones Invitational, how to develop a winning attitude and body intelligence through discipline and much more.
Alexandre "Xande" Ribeiro is one of the greatest of all time a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Submission Grappling practitioners and competitors. Xande’s contribution to the Jiu-Jitsu community goes beyond his knowledge of the martial art and is more significant than the medals and trophies he acquired as a top BJJ athlete to list a few:
- 5x World Heavyweight Champion (IBJJF) - 2x World Absolute Champion (IBJJF) - 2x World Submission Wrestling Champion (ADCC)
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00:00 Evolution of Jiu Jitsu 08:59 Respect vs Trash Talk 20:57 CJI vs ADCC Reaction 36:12 Position Before Grips 44:43 Develop Your Mind Day by Day 54:01 I Train The Winning Attitude 01:01:08 Beating Goliaths 01:05:45 Create Body Intelligence 01:15:27 6 Blades Jiu Jitsu
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02 Jul 2024
#29 - Sam Crook - Brutal BJJ Injury Won't Stop BJJ Coach Seizing A New Opportunity
Expect to get the everyday perspective on Sam's leg break earlier this year, his pain and emotions at the time, his surgery and recovery, how it effected his ability to coach and mindset about competing, his new opportunity with Flo Martial Arts, his initial thoughts and aspirations, an update on Franck's situation and much more.
Sam Crook is Head Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Coach at Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth, UK and a 1st Degree Black Belt under Marco Canha (Fightzone / Checkmat). He was the Head BJJ Coach at the Francis Ngannou (Former UFC Heavyweight World Champion) Foundation in Cameroon from 2019-2023, where he was bringing BJJ to underprivileged children and first met his now adopted son, Franck.
Sam and Franck have been incredibly successful and prolific BJJ competitors in the UK since their return to the UK, before Sam suffered his horrific injury in January. Sam's battle to support Franck and keep him in the UK is still ongoing at the time of this release.
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00:00 Leg Break 10:16 Surgery & Aftermath 21:07 Thoughts on Competing 31:58 Coaching or Competing 37:26 Starting at Flo Martial Arts 44:33 Goals for Flo 52:22 Advice to Beginners 57:26 Understand The Why 01:03:41 Current BJJ Standards 01:09:22 Update on Franck’s Immigration 01:13:52 Franck’s BJJ Performance 01:18:16 Will Franck Do MMA? 01:22:50 Support & Thanks
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09 Jul 2024
#30 - Franck Takoudjou - UK’s Hottest BJJ Prospect Left Cameroon to Fight For A New Life
Expect to get the everyday perspective on Franck's upbringing in Cameroon, meeting Sam and starting BJJ for the first time, as a child the labour Franck had to do to survive, coming to the UK to compete in BJJ for the first time, the terrifying difference between the UK and Cameroon, his competition run and much more.
Franck is an 18 year old, competitive BJJ Purple Belt; in 2023 he was the most active competitor on the UK scene. Franck grew up in Cameroon, where he did manual labour as a child to support his family with his school fees. He was orphaned at 13 when his mum unexpectedly passed away, leaving him lost and living with his aunt. When he was 14, the Francis Ngannou Foundation brought Sam Crook and BJJ to his village...
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00:00 Upbringing in Cameroon 05:54 Starting Jiu Jitsu 10:03 Selling Rat Meat to Living With Sam 17:05 Starting Legal Adoption 21:31 1st Time in UK & BJJ Comp 28:32 Cameroon vs UK 40:59 UK Competition Run 48:41 Sam’s Leg Break 53:12 Ultimate Goal & Thanks
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16 Jul 2024
#31 - Anthony Mullally - Improve Your BJJ With These Simple Breathing Techniques
Expect to get the everyday perspective on how breathwork effects us, the science behind why nose breathing is best, how our breath can improve performance is BJJ and other sport, long term health benefits, his thoughts on Wim Hoff, how he's supporting men's mental health and much more.
Anthony Mullally is a BJJ Blue Belt, Advanced Breathwork Practitioner and former international rugby player. His rugby career consisted of over 200 professional games, two world cup campaigns for Ireland, a grand final victory for Leeds Rhinos and two more final victories with leading rugby league teams.
Anthony’s journey into the wellness industry started after taking up breathwork as a tool to help him improve his performance in elite sport and reduce pre-competition anxiety. It wasn’t long until he found that the benefits of breathwork far surpass athletic performance alone, making a significant positive impact on he’s overall physical and mental wellbeing.
As a result of this, Anthony made it, his mission to train and research extensively so that he can share with people the life changing benefits from breathwork practice.
Six years later, Anthony now works with professional athletes including Olympians, FTSE 100 executives, and everyone in-between, helping them achieve a sense of inner wellbeing, decreasing stress and anxiety and accessing ‘flow state’ to improve performance at work and in amateur and professional sport.
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00:00 Intro 02:13 How Breath Effects Us 13:20 Nose vs Mouth Breathing 18:10 Application to BJJ & Sport 23:32 Elevation Training Masks 28:34 Managing Stressors & Thoughts 35:44 Long Term Benefits & Sleep 41:55 Childhood Breathwork 46:48 Working with Athletes 53:33 Thoughts on Wim Hoff 56:38 Cold Water Plunges 01:02:07 Men’s Wellness Retreats 01:09:41 Men’s Mental Health
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23 Jul 2024
#32 - Taylor Pearman - Ripping Feet Off Hobbyist Dads to ADCC World Championships
Expect to get the everyday perspective on Taylor's switch from Gi to NoGi, winning the ADCC trials, the impact that CJI has already had, his predictions for both events, training MMA and sparring with MVP, how to fast track your Jiu Jitsu and much more.
Taylor is a 1st Degree Black Belt under Alain Pozo and has trained full-time for 13 years. He is an ADCC European Trials Champion, beating everyone via Leg Lock, including current Gi World Champion. He is also an IBJJF World Champion, 5 x IBJJF European Medallist, 14 x National Champion and Southend Open GOAT.
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00:00 Benefit of Spats and Long Sleeves 05:17 Gi vs NoGi 13:23 Leg Lock Systems 21:19 Winning ADCC Trials 29:37 CJI Got Me Paid 34:18 ADCC & CJI Predictions 44:08 Early Training & MMA 48:50 Sparring with MVP 53:45 Future Plans & Coaching 57:26 Fast Track Your BJJ 01:02:19 NOCCO, Sponser Me!
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06 Aug 2024
#33 - Overt Flow - Misfits Fighter: Nate Diaz Choking Out Fake Logan Paul Was My Fault
Expect to get the everyday perspective on how @overtflow accidentally started the brawl that led to Fake Logan Paul getting choked out by Nate Diaz, the aftermath of the brawl, the time @overtflow used BJJ to kiss his friend while saving a cameraman, his background training BJJ and fighting on Misfits, his future plans with Misfits, life in Vegas and much more.
Overt Flow ( @overtflow ) is a BJJ Black Belt, Professional Gamer, Co-Head of Happy Punch Media, (Technically) A Professional Boxer with multiple bouts on @MisfitsBoxing , Resident of Vegas and one of the most connected people in the celebrity boxing and pro gaming space.
00:00 Who is Overt Flow 04:55 Pro Gaming & YouTube 15:56 BJJ & Boxing 21:30 Las Vegas 28:22 Fighting Opportunities 34:20 The Jiu Jitsu Kiss 42:32 Nate Diaz Choking Fake Logan Paul 51:34 Meeting Conor McGregor 57:09 Happy Punch 1:00:26 Jake Paul vs Mike Perry 1:05:08 Bareknuckle and Power Slap 1:09:09 Craig Jones Invitational
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20 Aug 2024
#35 - Max Schneider - One Judoka: What's Tougher On The Body, Judo or Wrestling
Expect to get the everyday perspective on Max's journey with Judo, into wrestling and back again, his experience competing as a youth player, his clunky transition but successful time wrestling, the toll on his body over the years, starting BJJ, his thoughts on CJI and much more.
Max is a highly skilled and experienced grappling coach with a passion for helping his students achieve their full potential. He began his coaching career in 2013 in Chicago, where he quickly established himself as a top-notch coach with a deep understanding of grappling techniques and strategies.
Over the years, Max has had the opportunity to work with a variety of MMA fighters, including some of the most successful fighters in the sport. Some of the fighters he has worked with include Yair Rodriguez, Holly Holm, Paddy Pimblett, Jeremy Stephens, and Jay-Jay Wilson. His extensive experience in coaching top-level fighters has given him a unique perspective on what it takes to succeed in MMA.
Currently, Max teaches classes at two different locations in San Diego – The Arena and Studio 540. His classes are designed to help students of all levels develop their grappling skills and improve their overall fitness and conditioning. Whether you are a beginner looking to learn the basics of grappling or an experienced fighter looking to take your skills to the next level, Max has the expertise and knowledge to help you achieve your goals.
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00:00 Olympics in Rio 08:00 Youth Judo 16:38 Transition to Wrestling 25:54 Judo Olympic Run 30:42 Wrestling Injuries 40:33 Starting BJJ 51:56 Kids Shouldn’t Start Young 56:54 ADCC and CJI
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13 Aug 2024
#34 - Brandon Mccaghren - 10th Planet Black Belt: I'm Building The NFL of Jiu Jitsu
Expect to get the everyday perspective on Brandon being the CJI Announcer, a breakdown of the rules, his predictions, the influence Eddie Bravo on and off the mat, his thoughts on amateur Gi and Pro No Gi, what he's building with the Pro Grappling Federation and much more.
Brandon is a 10th Planet black belt under Eddie Bravo, the creator of the Professional Grappling Federation (PGF) and Craig Jones Invitational Announcer. His insights into the sport have also led to roles as a commentator for major Jiu-Jitsu promotions, including ADCC, CJI, EBI, CJJ, AIGA, Subversiv, and the PGF.
As a coach, Brandon was the first to introduce the 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu system in the Southeastern United States. Brandon has since developed a notable presence in the Jiu-Jitsu community. His educational content on platforms like YouTube and Instagram has attracted a substantial audience, with each channel close to 150,000 subscribers, and his Facebook following surpassing 100,000.
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27 Aug 2024
#36 - Lean Bustin - BJJ Blue Belt Runs the Whole Length of UK for Re-Org Charity
Expect to get the everyday perspective on Leon's recent move to Puerto Rico, his BJJ experience there and ealing with creepy crawlies, his challenge of a life time where he ran the length of the UK for the Re-org charity, the tole on his body and mid after, his early YouTube days, his beef with Craig Richey and much more.
Leon is a BJJ Blue Belt, Online Fitness Coach, Ultra-Marathon Runner, Author, Fitness YouTuber and one half of 'The Lean Machines'.
00:00 BJJ in Costa Rica 09:46 Wildlife in Costa Rica 15:26 Moving to Costa Rica 21:42 Starting BJJ 32:23 Running Length of the UK 39:56 Mindset & The ‘Why’ 50:57 Motivational Factors 01:01:35 Lean Machines End to End 01:13:36 Craig Richey 01:22:53 Why CrossFit Isn’t Popular Anymore 01:34:29 BJJ Focus & Aspirations 01:41:02 Performance Based Coaching
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03 Sep 2024
#37 - Thomas Bracher - Head of ATOS UK on Jiu Jitsu Politics & Leaving Gracie Barra
Expect to get the everyday perspective on why Tom left Gracie Barra and became Head of ATOS UK, his call out of Owen Livesey for a Battle of Britain match, his frustrations with Jiu jitsu politics and faceless reddit trolls, how he met Andre Galvao for the first time, how he's grown one of the largest academies in the UK, his experience training with New Wave and Gordon Ryan, his goals and aspirations and much more.
Thomas Bracher is a 1st Degree Black under Andre Galvao, Head of ATOS UK, IBJJF European Champion, 3x IBJJF Worlds Medalist, 6x British Champion, 1x Pan Am Black Belt Silver Medalist and has competed against some of the biggest names in professional grappling.
Extra Stuff: Insta - https://www.instagram.com/tombjj ATOS UK Insta - https://www.instagram.com/atosjiujitsuuk Website - https://www.atosjiujitsuuk.com
00:00 Early BJJ Journey 10:05 Confidence From BJJ 12:21 Leaving Gracie Barra 24:24 Joining ATOS Jiu Jitsu 35:05 Building a Successful Gym 43:11 Training with Gordon Ryan 50:13 Winning Mindset & Strategy 59:55 Approach to Training 01:05:57 Owen Livesey Call Out 01:12:15 Lean Edwards Reaction 01:19:32 Why People Are Haters 01:28:01 Have Realistic Expectations 01:33:01 Goals & Aspirations 01:38:57 Look Beneath the Surface 01:44:56 Jiu Jitsu Politics
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17 Sep 2024
#38 - Jacob Rodriguez - Jay Rod: Pound For Pound, I Was Better Than Nicky Rod a Year Ago
Expect to get the everyday perspective on Jay's first impressions of the UK, his recent Polaris loss, his ADCC reflections, his thoughts on steroids, growing up and training with Nicky Rod, his competition prep, Craig's chimp strength, the B-teams best kept secret, why John banned him from training with DDS and much more.
Jacob Rodriguez, commonly known as Jay-Rod, is a professional grappler out of B-Team Austin and ADCC -88kg silver medalist. He is a former folkstyle/scholastic wrestler who first gained notoriety in the sport of Submission-Grappling/No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu after his performance at the ADCC (Abu Dhabi Combat Club) United States Qualifier in 2022, a tournament he won while holding the rank of blue belt in BJJ, a rare achievement also accomplished by his older brother, Nick Rodriguez (2019).
Extra Stuff: Insta - https://www.instagram.com/jayrod2.0 The Dawg House Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/@UCH_AZ8zczN2Cm3doCafe92A B-Team Insta - https://www.instagram.com/bteamjj B-Team Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@UClAJVVKDBNJxW2lTSwLwCOw
00:00 Intro 01:22 Dirty Addicts 08:09 Thoughts of The Uk 14:02 Polaris Loss 21:32 ADCC Reflection 28:44 Natty Weight Gain 34:54 Pre-Fight Prep 40:21 Nicky Ryan 44:08 Nicky Rod 50:14 CJI or ADCC 54:47 Wrestling Growing Up 01:00:13 Transition to Grappling 01:08:34 The Buggy Choke 01:17:32 Still A Purple Belt 01:22:24 Banned From DDS 01:29:28 Training At B-Team 01:34:01 Craig Jones is a Bully 01:36:05 B-Team’s Captain America 01:38:35 Managing Skin Infections 01:41:58 European Tour & Future Plan
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Expect to get the everyday perspective on what the Ultimate Self Defence Championships are, the reaction to the show, what really happens in a knife fight, how Craig the 'normal Aussie bloke' did vs trained martial artists, his own experience taking part, traditional arts vs combat sports, female self defence, if Aikido really works (it doesn't!) and much more.
Rokas did Aikido for more than 15 years, taught it and ran a professional dojo. Eventually he became disillusioned with Aikido and moved on to train combat sports such as BJJ, MMA and kickboxing. He has documented his journey on his YouTube channel @MartialArtsJourney where he also created the Ultimate Self Defence Championships (USDC). The USDC see's 6 martial artist take part in self defence scenarios to see what actually works.
Extra Stuff: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@UCazByhbmztoIg6ZKeI25PGw Insta - https://www.instagram.com/rokas_martialartsjourney USDC Season 1 - https://youtu.be/NdzuimQYswQ?feature=shared USDC Website - https://www.usdchampionship.com
00:00 Ultimate Self Defence Championships 06:51 Knife Defence Scenarios 12:38 Craig, the Aussie Bloke 18:52 Pulling Guard in a Knife Fight 24:44 Contestant Reactions 31:07 Wish We Had A Purist 36:57 Creating USDC on YouTube 45:46 Being Creator & Contestant 53:17 They Really Wanted to Win 01:00:52 Getting Females on the Show 01:07:41 Female Self Awareness 01:18:00 Aikido for Self Defence 01:31:31 Transition to Combat Sports 01:40:29 Leg Break in BJJ 01:48:34 Where to Watch USDC
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01 Oct 2024
#40 - Brandon Reed - Dealing With Seminar Snipers After Eye Injury, ADCC and CJI
Expect to get the everyday perspective on Brandon's recent ADCC match with Pena, his thoughts on his friend and training partner Michael Pixley, how CJI compared to ADCC, how he nearly got blinded at an open mat, the precautions he now takes, how be deals with seminar snipers, his move to Montreal and much more...
Brandon Reed is one of the fastest rising professional grapplers in the US. He is a ADCC Trials Medalist, ADCC Worlds Competitor, 3x National Champion Wrestler & 4x All-American, BJJ Blue Belt NoGi Worlds Gold Medalist and BJJ Purple Belt NoGi Worlds Silver Medalist (losing to DQ).
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00:00 Getting The ADCC Call 04:55 Fighting Pena 09:53 Michael Pixley 18:07 Owen Jones 22:45 CJI Review 30:30 CJI vs ADCC Rules 37:10 Gordon vs Nicky Rod 42:32 ADCC Trials Run 49:00 Eye Injury 52:58 Dealing with Seminar Snipers 1:02:52 Danger of Short Form Content 01:10:50 Moving to Montreal, Canada 01:17:12 Training with Firas Zahabi 01:21:18 Purple Belts Are Killers 01:24:52 Seminars and Instructionals
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08 Oct 2024
#41 - Jordan Preisinger - I Pulled Guard Against A Knife Attacker, Here's What Happened...
Expect to get the everyday perspective on Jordan's experience on the Ultimate Self-Defence Championships, if he's really pull guard in a real knife fight, how he adapts his training to manage injuries, his journey with combat sports, if people should compete and much more.
Jordan Preisinger is a BJJ Black Belt and undefeated amateur MMA fighter, known for his popular YouTube channel @JordanTeachesJiujitsu , where he shares his knowledge to his 240k+ audience. He is the head coach of Limitless Bjj in Trenton, Ontario where his goal is to help his student learn BJJ as quickly and deeply as possible.
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00:00 Intro 02:34 Pulling Guard in a Knife Fight 10:40 Self Defence Championship 17:30 Does BJJ Work for Self Defence 20:53 Managing Injuries 28:05 Jordan’s Martial Arts Journey 35:54 Should People Compete 42:53 Starting YouTube
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25 Oct 2024
#42- Carlos Machado - BJJ Coral Belt Shares His Wisdom on Teaching and Learning
Expect to get the everyday perspective on what it meant to receive his coral belt in BJJ, what it was like growing up in a house with 5 brothers all training BJJ, training with the his uncles and cousins that Gracie's, his memories of training Chuck Norris at his height of fame, his philosophies on being a coach, how to approach your learning and much more.
Carlos Machado is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 8th Degree Coral (Red and White) Belt with 56 years training and is a former world master's champion. He is the eldest of the five Machado Brothers, known for BJJ, that also includes Roger, Rigan, Jean Jacques and John. He is also the brother-in-law of UFC fighter Stephen Thompson. He currently runs BJJ schools across the United States, Australia, Canada and Mexico
00:00 Danny’s Surprise Present 04:00 Receiving Coral Belt 08:41 The Machado House 17:45 Proving BJJ’s Effectiveness 25:25 Chuck Norris 31:54 BJJ Scene in Texas 37:40 Coaching Philosophy 44:05 Best Ways to Learn 50:21 Leg Locks Evolution 54:06 Teaching Beginners 01:02:51 Training for Longevity 01:11:56 BJJ is a Lifestyle 01:16:53 Future of Jiu Jitsu 01:24:50 Carlos’ Future Plans
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29 Oct 2024
#43 - Victor Hugo Explains His Training, Comp Prep, Athlete Pay & Reflects on CJI
Expect to get the everyday perspective on Victor's reflections after his CJI loss, his thoughts on the whole weekend including Nicky Rod's performance, BJJ athlete pay situation, his future with ADCC, his journey through the coloured belts and how he developed his 'Big Man Flow', his blueprint on how to be the best jiu jitsu athlete you can be, who he's got his eye on and much more.
Victor Hugo is a 6x IBJJF Black Belt World Champion (4x Gi and 2x NoGi) under Saulo and Alexandre (Xande) Ribeiro of the Six Blades Association; and ADCC and CJI veteran. Despite being 195cm /6’4 and weighing 115 kg / 255 lbs, Victor is known for his technical guard game and 'Big Man Flow'.
Extra Stuff: Insta - https://www.instagram.com/victorhugojj All Victor's Links - https://linktr.ee/victorhugojj
00:00 Reflections on CJI Loss 08:04 Nicky Rod’s Performance 11:41 Thoughts on the ‘Alley’ 15:42 CJI Scoring and Pay 22:42 How Athletes Make Money 28:05 ADCC Invite Trials 32:42 Victor’s Colour Belt Journey 39:38 Developing Big Man Flow 44:39 Need For Strength Work 50:07 Lifting & Recovery 56:34 Joining Ribeiro Jiu Jitsu 01:01:40 Best Approach to BJJ Training 01:06:19 Developing a Game 01:11:35 Ecological vs Drilling 01:21:02 Competition Preparation 01:27:17 Rolling Intensity 01:32:04 Comp Day Routines 01:39:22 Future Plans & Fights
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05 Nov 2024
#44 - Kris Barras - The Music Industry Is Full of People Who Need A Punch in the Face
Expect to get the everyday perspective Kris Barras went from being a local fighter and promoter to international Rock Star, MMA scene in the 00's, stories from training at Xtreme Couture in Vegas, getting signed to a record label, touring with one of his idols, the reality of the music industry, what would tempt him out of retirement and much more.
Kris Barras is a former professional MMA and Muay Thai fighter, gym owner, and fight promoter turned Rock Star. The Kris Barras Band is a British rock band formed in 2015 and has released five studio albums including Halo Effect (2024), which acheived top 5 in the UK album charts when released. in September 2023 the band signed to Earache Records securing a worldwide deal.
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00:00 intro 01:26 Early MMA Days 11:10 Opening Fightworx 16:26 Training At Xtreme Couture 22:41 He Was A Bell End! 29:24 Fighting in Southeast Asia 41:36 Running A Fight Promotion 47:44 Forca Luta Fightwear 50:51 Signing to a Record Label 54:54 Touring with Billy Gibbons 58:39 His Dad’s Influence 01:04:47 Rock Star Life 01:12:36 Favourite Gigs & Venues 01:17:19 Streaming vs Hard Sales 01:21:47 How Artists Earn Money 01:31:12 Some People Need A Slap! 01:35:59 Reason for Restarting BJJ 01:40:55 Competing After 10 Years 01:47:56 Misfits Call Out
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12 Nov 2024
#45 - Kenny Kim - BJJ Saves Lives: Mat Made Docuseries Creator Explains How
Expect to get the everyday perspective on the Mat Made docuseries, how Kenny came up with the idea, the true cost of creating the episodes, why BJJ has such a positive impact on people's lives, the most compelling stories, his time with Tom DeBlass, if there's a season 2 coming, how Kenny was Matmade and much more.
Kenny Kim is a 3rd Degree BJJ Black Belt and Founder & Head Instructor at Kenny Kim Jiu Jitsu. He is also the creator and host of the hit docuseiries, Mat Made where he travels the US meeting people on the mats and hearing their incredible, life changing stories.
00:00 Travelling with BJJ 07:38 Mat Made Docuseries Inception 14:16 The Cost if Creating Matmade 21:07 Find my Mat 28:15 The Brazilian Culture 38:11 Benefit of Jiu Jitsu 43:27 Most Compelling Stories 50:09 Tom DeBlass 54:59 Mat Made Season 2 01:02:00 How Kenny Was Mat Made
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19 Nov 2024
#46 - Ethan Crelinsten - He’s A Vicious, Gritty Spaz That Requires Minimal Athleticism
Expect to get the grapplers perspective on the simple men doing the blue chip challenge, Ethan going from full baked teenager to elite professional grappler, his time training at Tristar and Renzo's, starting the B-Team, his training and recovery schedules, the different realms of spaz at B Team, his ADCC reflections and much more.
Ethan Crelinsten is a Canadian professional submission grappler and former student of John Danaher and Firas Zahabi in jiu-jitsu, before he formed his own squad, B-Team, with other teammates from DDS. Ethan gained notoriety in jiu-jitsu’s no-gi circuit after his wins at the North American ADCC Trials (2018, 2019) and is the Combat Jiu Jitsu Worlds 2022 Lightweight Champion.
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00:00 Intro 02:29 Simple Man Podcast 09:59 Starting Jiu Jitsu at Tristar 19:13 Training with DDS at Renzo’s 27:08 Founding The B-Team 32:36 Coaching at B-Team 40:27 Training Schedule & Recovery 48:04 He’s Different Realm of Spaz 54:44 ADCC Reflections 58:43 CJI Solves All The Problems 01:04:41 Combat Jiu Jitsu
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26 Nov 2024
#47 - Owen Jones - ADCC Reaction, B-Team Camp, BJJ Travels, and His Big Announcement
Expect to get the grapplers perspective on Owen's standout performances from day 1 of ADCC, his breakdown and reflections on his loss in day 2, his prep including working with J Flo and B-Team, living in the B-Team 'Crack House', his travels since ADCC, his big plans to leave the UK and much more.
Owen Jones is an 2024 ADCC Worlds Standout, 2023 ADCC European, Middle East & Asian Trials Champion at 66kg, qualifying him for the ADCC World Championships in 2024. He is one of the most exciting UK grapplers with Super Fight wins on WNO and Polaris; and was the IBJJF No Gi European Champion at a purple belt in 2022.
00:00 Intro 02:26 The ADCC/CJI Experience 12:16 Why People Get Good at BJJ 19:17 ADCC Day 1 Breakdown 23:16 ADCC Day 2 Breakdown 29:37 Mindset, and Ankle After 33:55 Teammate Losses 37:54 Jozef Chen & Nicky Ryan 43:04 Do Steroids Matter? 48:32 Training with Justin Flores 52:19 Dima’s Camp at B-Team 57:17 The Crack House 01:05:39 Asia vs UK 01:11:11 Post ADCC Travels 01:15:18 Moving to Atlanta 01:20:09 IBJJF & Next Competition 01:24:45 Australian Grappling 01:30:52 Goals and Aspirations 01:33:15 Call of Duty Nerds 01:38:40 Shoutouts and Thanks
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10 Dec 2024
#49 - Dima Murovanni - B-Team's Head Coach Breaks Down Their ADCC/CJI Training Camp
Expect to get the grapplers perspective on Dima's Jiu Jitsu experience, his Powerlifting and Fitness background, details on his injury, his very in depth breakdown of how he designs his camps, his analysis of the B-Team and their performances, how he approaches match, his future plans and much more.
Until 2023, Dima Murovanni was a relatively unknown German grappler. He gained notoriety by coaching B-Team star Jozef Chen' during his ADCC Trials win in 2023. In 2024 he became B-Team Jiu Jitsu's ADCC/CJI Camp Head Coach leading to Nicky Rod's CJI win, Jay Rod's ADCC Silver medal and Owen Jones standout performance.
00:00 Intro 02:15 Starting BJJ at 24 10:18 Powerlifting & Fitness 15:50 Jiu Jitsu Background 21:05 The Knee Injury 31:28 Becoming An Innovator & A Coach 38:16 Being Head Coach at B-Team 46:01 Creating Performance Programmes 52:45 The B-Team's Mom 58:04 Who Improved The Most 01:01:36 They Changed The Game 01:04:19 B-Team Performances 01:10:48 Merging 2 Rulesets into Practice 01:13:26 Future Training Camps 01:17:09 Heart Rate Training 01:22:26 Plans & Philosophy
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03 Dec 2024
#48 - Josef Mogh - Jiu Jitsu Has To Be A Show and Athletes Are The Characters
Expect to get the grapplers perspective how XMartial and the team were created, Josef's background and passion for Martial Arts, what he learned from the biggest brands about marketing, how to build self confidence and be unstoppable, what we need to make BJJ popular, how to monetise athletes, creating the dream grappling show on and much more.
Josef is the founder of XMartial, a fightwear brand born from a passion for combat sports and a dissatisfaction with the mundane, XMartial is crafted for the BOLD and the BRAVE. XMartial celebrates athletes who are not merely participants but vibrant personalities who light up the training room and captivate fans.
00:00 Intro 01:11 Comfort Standards 04:46 Combat Sports Nomad 10:27 Creating XMartial 19:39 China Big Dogs 29:46 Fighting to Business 39:05 Quirky Designs 49:26 How To Market 56:19 Hacking Self Confidence 01:05:40 Making BJJ Popular 01:12:14 Athletes Are Products 01:21:21 The Dream Show 01:27:39 BJJ Chills You Out 01:34:55 Craig Jones 01:40:25 We Sell Rashguards and Shorts
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17 Dec 2024
#50 - Tyler Spangler - UFC Star Threatened Me For Subbing Black Belt & Claiming Their Gym
Expect to get the grapplers perspective on Tyler's approach to training using the constraints ecological approach, why he hates competing in BJJ, how becoming a BJJ YouTuber caused him to fall out with his coach, how he got banned from gyms, why a UFC star wants to kick his ass, the toughest gyms he's visited, his future plans for content and much more.
@TylerSpangler is a BJJ Black Belt and popular BJJ YouTuber. He has been training for 15 years, originally under Brock Larson and now under Jorge Bezzera. Tyler is known for his popular YouTube channel, where he uses dry humour and sarcasm to narrate Jiu Jitsu rolls at gyms he visits, occasionally rubbing people the wrong way. He's a big fan of the Guillotine and duck noises.
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24 Dec 2024
#51 - Natan Levy - Isreali MMA Fighter Makes It To The UFC After 26 Year Old Pro Debut
Expect to get the grapplers perspective on Natan's early years in Isreal, his brutal introduction to Kung Fu, his hilarious journey in Japan, travelling to Vegas alone at 22 to chase his dream, his constant set backs, taking a Dana White's Contender Series fight on days notice and much more.
Natan Levy is an Israeli professional mixed martial artist who competes in the lightweight division in the UFC with a record of 8-2. Prior to his professional MMA career, Levy worked as a martial arts instructor and ran a Karate dojo in Tel Aviv, Israel. After being awarded his 3rd degree black belt in Uechi-Ryū Karate, he moved to Las Vegas at the age of 22 in order to train in mixed martial arts and pursue a professional career.
00:00 Intro 02:24 Growing Up in Isreal 06:22 Crazy 1st Kung Fu Session 12:00 I’d Try to Bite Their Neck 17:37 Funny Japan Story 25:46 Training in Japan 29:20 Switching to MMA 33:49 Coach Jimmy Giff 40:05 Training in Vegas 48:53 UFC Contender Series 53:36 Fighting in the UFC 01:02:33 Sean Strickland 01:05:18 Doing USDC 01:13:00 USDC Scenarios
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31 Dec 2024
#52 - Josh Saunders - There is Nothing In Between You And What You Want, It’s Just You!
Expect to get the grapplers perspective on Josh's approach to training and how he got a black belt in 4 years,, what you should focus on to get good at BJJ, how to create a winning mindset, steroids and the impact on performance, why men in particular need jiu jitsu and much more.
Josh Saunders is an Australian Professional Grappler, known for winning ADCC trials after only 22 months of training and getting his black belt in under 4 years. He is an ADCC Semi Finalist, 2x ADCC Trials Winner, WNO24 main event v Gordon Ryan, Oceanina's No1 Heavyweight grappler and Current top 15 Flo grappling Heavyweight.
00:00 Intro 01:11 The Tism 06:35 Approach to Learning 11:13 What Makes You Good at BJJ 17:07 What to Focus On 25:03 Highest Level Mindset 31:27 Steroids & Hormones 37:51 Why Men Need Jiu Jitsu 44:55 What Makes People Great 48:54 You Get Out What You Put In 52:14 The Time Is Now 56:46 Online BJJ Coaching
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07 Jan 2025
#53 - Alain Pozo - Modern BJJ is Mixed Grappling Arts, You Have To Be Progressive
Expect to get the grapplers perspective on the UK BJJ scene in the early days, the Essex Foxcatcher, BJJ politics, why schools go the self defence route, why we need to be progressive in BJJ, coaching Taylor Pearman, developing kids, staying healthy and much more.
Alain Pozo is a 3rd Degree Black Belt under world renowned BJJ Professor Ze Radiola (ZR). Alain was one of the first to teach and promote BJJ in the UK and has been instrumental to its growth and popularity. He brings over 20 years of teaching and competition experience; he has run BJJ lessons in Colchester since 2008. Alain has awarded over 60 Blackbelts, many of whom are World Class athletes, including ADCC trials winner, Taylor Pearman.
0:00 Seminar Approach 03:22 Early BJJ Memories 09:43 Travelling to UK in 2000 14:15 Founding ZR Team UK 19:43 UK Foxcatcher 27:25 Becoming a Coach 34:44 Olympic BJJ 38:57 Why People Quit BJJ 46:20 Jiu Jitsu Politics 51:22 Self Defence Jiu Jitsu 57:07 Competition Pressure 01:06:11 Competition Strategy 01:13:25 Taylor at ADCC 01:18:31 Being Progressive in BJJ 01:26:05 Keeping Kids Engaged 01:33:36 Should Kids Compete 01:38:42 Stretching & Mobility 01:44:31 Maintaining Good Health 01:51:15 Why Taylor Got So Good
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14 Jan 2025
#54 - Greg Souders - BJJ Instructional Shortcuts Are A Lie, All You Need Is Live Work
Expect to get the grapplers perspective on the science of Ecological Dynamics and the Constraints Led Approach (CLA) explained in (near) simple terms, how we learn as humans, Greg's foundational framework, what the key focus of practice should be, how instructional are the biggest lie in jiu jitsu, how good athletes don't make good coaches and much more.
Greg Souders is a Jiu Jitsu black belt and owner and head coach of Standard Jiu Jitsu. He is a leading authority in the use of Ecological Dynamics and the Constraints Led Approach (CLA) for learning grappling. He is renowned for only using this approach, and not drilling or teaching specific techniques.
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00:00 Intro 02:22 Ecological Dynamics 08:37 The Role of Constraints 12:47 Being A Sceptic 18:55 How We Really Understand 26:26 Foundational Framework 34:42 All You Need is Live Work 42:22 Coaching Movement Patterns 49:48 It’s Not a Plug and Play Method 01:00:16 Focus on Invariance 01:09:48 Specific Instruction Doesn’t Work 01:15:38 He Doesn’t Know Shit About Coaching 01:19:58 Instructional Shortcuts Are a Lie 01:26:30 How to Work with Greg
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21 Jan 2025
#55 - Marco Canha - You Can’t Talk To Me About Competition, If You’re Not Competing
Expect to get the grapplers perspective on the evolution of competition, how to prep as an older athlete, different rulesets, new belt standards, if evolution will ruin tradition, Marco's origin story and much more.
Marco Canha is a 4th degree Black Belt and the head instructor at Fight Zone London. Marco is a direct product of the original Fightzone gym in Rio de Janeiro, having earned his black belt at that same gym from Fightzone owner/head coach and 9x World Champion Ricardo Vieira, one of the greatest competitors of the sport!
Marco Canha’s success as a coach has been made evident through his students who have achieved prestigious medals in tournaments such as the World Championships, European BJJ Open, the No Gi European Championship, British Open amongst many more.
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00:00 Polaris 30 Reflection 06:48 Comp Prep at 42 13:03 Evolution of Competition 17:14 How BJJ Changes People 23:56 Different Rulesets 30:34 New Belt Standards 35:09 Guard Pull or Takedowns 38:59 Will Sport Ruin Tradition 46:41 Marco’s BJJ Origin Story 1:00:53 Coming to the UK 1:06:16 Opening Fightzone London 1:17:38 Why People Get Good 1:20:53 Is Competing Important 1:30:46 Quick Fire Questions 1:34:35 15 Min Matches 01:39:13 Thanks
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28 Jan 2025
#56 - Danny Allen - Can Popular Podcaster Become The Best Blue Belt in Britain
Expect to get the grapplers perspective on Ikigai 6, Danny's upcoming 16 man blue belt tournament for a £5,000 cash prize, his planned fight prep, Danny's competition experience, his upbringing, going from football to BJJ, his thoughts on BJJ politics, how nerds rule the world in BJJ, why strength training is important for BJJ, nutritional common mistakes and much more.
Danny Allen is the Co-Founder and Co-Host of the Grapplers Perspective Podcast, BJJ Blue Belt under Sam Crook training out of Flo Martial Arts, in Plymouth. In May he will competing in a 16 man blue belt Competition against the best blue belts in Britain.
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00:00 Intro 01:35 £5,000 Blue Belt Comp 09:12 Mainstream BJJ 15:39 Danny’s 1st Comp 24:10 Danny’s 2nd Comp 31:28 Starting BJJ at 32 34:58 Council Estate Circle of Life 38:46 BJJ Culture vs Football Culture 44:01 BJJ Tradition and Politics 52:59 Biggest Influences 56:51 The Levels 01:01:45 The Black Belt Curve 01:05:36 Role of Gym Work & Nutrition 01:12:53 Common Nutritional Mistakes 01:18:02 Would You Rather & Quick Fire 01:23:54 Doing the Podcast 01:31:43 UFC, Good or Bad? 01:35:38 Danny’s Services
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11 Feb 2025
#58 - Pat Downey - I'd Smash Nicky Rod, Like In Wrestling, That's Why CJI Protected Him
Expect to get the grapplers perspective on and much more.
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00:00 Intro 01:37 NoGi Worlds Controversy 04:03 Blue Belt Specialists 08:19 Wrestling Infiltration 13:51 Grappling BJJ Elites 21:20 CJI Protected Nicky Rod From Me 25:37 Anti-Wrestling Leg Lockers 29:02 BJJ Evolution & Rulesets 35:10 Signing with Polaris 39:44 UFC House & Exclusivity 41:58 Getting Cancelled & Politics
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04 Feb 2025
#57 - Kyvann Gonzalez - Ecological Dynamics For BJJ Explained Without Scientific Jargon
Expect to get the grapplers perspective on what Ecological Dynamics and the Constraints Led Approach is without the scientific jargon, our reaction the debate between Greg Souders, Tom DeBlass and Big Dan, discussion around the common objections and confusions to the approach and much more.
Kyvann Gonzalez is BJJ Black Belt, Co-Founder and Head Coach at Bodega Jiu Jitsu in New Jersey and the comedy genius behind the popular kyvanng Instagram page. After training to his black belt the traditional way, Kyvann now coaching exclusively using Ecological Dynamics and the Constraints Led Approach.
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00:00 Intro 03:47 Problem with Drilling 11:53 Kyvann’s Background 17:45 Why Greg is Polarising 23:41 Warm Up Games 28:29 Keeping People Engaged 36:26 Why Not Use Both 44:33 Big Dan & Greg’s Debating 54:33 How To Mitigate Injuries 57:32 Is CLA Inclusive 01:04:41 Debate Reaction 01:11:15 What Are Invariants 01:18:55 Different Body Types 01:22:55 Teaching Kids 01:30:34 Selling The Approach 01:36:25 Kyvann’s Fun Socials
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18 Feb 2025
#59 - Ian Daube - Will American Wrestlers Taking Over Jiu Jitsu Change It Forever
Expect to get the grapplers perspective on why so many American Wrestlers are switching to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, will see an evolution of American Jiu Jitsu or Brazilian Wrestling, the controversy around high level wrestlers competing at coloured belts, what gym work is best for BJJ, how it can be mainstream and much more.
Ian Daube is an American Professional Grappler and Mixed Martial Artist, Former Division 1 Wrestler, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Purple Belt and IBJJF Worlds Medalist.
Extra Stuff: Insta - https://www.instagram.com/iandaube/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@UCuBpyaSqq9UzRH9G_wlNpYw
00:00 No Gi Worlds Finals 12:32 Why Wrestlers are Doing BJJ 18:27 Transition to BJJ 24:18 American Jiu Jitsu or Brazilian Wrestling 31:32 Sandbagging & Belts 40:50 Cross Training 49:21 Gym Work for BJJ 56:55 Is Flexibility Nature or Nurture 01:03:26 How Wrestling Will Change BJJ 01:10:07 How BJJ Will Be Mainstream 01:16:11 Future Plans & Thanks
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25 Feb 2025
#60 - Diren Kartal - I See The Black Belts With No Bum, Get The Most Injuries
Expect to get the grapplers perspective on how Craig Jones ended up being oiled up in Turkey wrestling, the different personalities in jiu jitsu, if the nerds are good or bad, what the best gym work is to supplement your jiu jitsu, if steroids are ruining our sport and much more.
Diren Kartal is a BJJ Purple Belt under Roger Gracie and one of the best known Fitness Authorities and Influencers in the UK and Turkey. Diren has spent time and trained with some the biggest names in the sport.
Extra Stuff: Insta - https://www.instagram.com/diren.kartal/
00:00 Intro 03:00 Turkish Oil Wrestling with Craig Jones 10:37 Thoughts on CJI 20:33 Jiu Jitsu Superstars 25:01 Personalities in Jiu Jitsu 32:54 When Diren Started BJJ 38:46 Dangerous White Belts 41:42 Competing 46:19 Best Approach to Training 54:26 Find What Works For You 58:23 Best BJJ / Gym Split 01:08:18 Steroids in Jiu Jitsu 01:16:35 Can BJJ Be Mainstream? 01:23:30 What Diren Does
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04 Mar 2025
#61 Sebastian Brosche - Why Blue Belts Are Better BJJ Teachers Than Many Black Belts
Expect to get the grapplers perspective on what makes us stiff and how to unlock our bodies, the different approaches to mobility, the best warm up and cool downs, why Blue Belts make such good coaches and much more.
Sebastian Brosche is a Swedish-born yoga enthusiast and a Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt under Eduardo Rios, being also one of the top grappling competitors of his generation in the European jiu-jitsu circuit. Brosche is well known for his website (Yoga for BJJ), a pioneering platform used by thousands of BJJ practitioners, which advocates yoga and its benefits for grapplers.
Extra Stuff: Insta - https://www.instagram.com/yogaforbjj Website - https://yogaforbjj.net
00:00 Intro 02:23 Body Awareness 11:33 Health Benefits of Mobility 18:48 Why People Are Stiff 29:01 Importance of Movement 35:32 Yoga Adherence 43:44 Different Approaches 52:38 BJJ Warm Ups 01:02:14 Cool Down & Stretching 01:09:24 Blue Belts Should Teach Beginners 01:15:24 Safeguarding Beginners 01:22:31 Seb’s Upcoming Fight
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11 Mar 2025
#62- Espen Mathiesen - How To Succeed in Competition With One Of Europes Top Grapplers
Expect to get the grapplers perspective on Espen's different training methods, training in Norway, his training breakdown, approach to competition, competition mentality, to Gi or not to Gi, strong opinions on steroids and much more.
Espen Mathiesen is a Norwegian BJJ athlete and black belt under José Carlos. Espen became one of the top grappling competitors in Europe while going through the ranks of BJJ in the IBJJF circuit, where Espen conquered medals in important tournaments such as the World, Pan American, and Euros.
Extra Stuff: Insta - https://www.instagram.com/espenmathiesen His Academy - https://www.instagram.com/mavericksjj
00:00 What is Ecological Training 06:50 Eco vs Other Methods 20:07 Training BJJ in Norway 29:29 Training Split 39:13 No Gi and Climbing 47:07 Approach to Competition 53:18 Competition Prep 01:01:30 Gi vs NoGi 01:06:08 Steroids 01:13:48 Future Plans
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18 Mar 2025
#63 - Ollie Kelly, Matador - Your Favourite BJJ Athlete Could Be A Swipe Away With New App
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25 Mar 2025
#64 - Roy Dean - Getting From White to Black Belt in BJJ: What You Need At Each Belt
Expect to get the grapplers perspective on why Roy started creating belt grading demonstrations, what he believes the standards are from white to black belt, what is takes to be a coach and a role model in jiu jitsu, the art of teaching and much more.
Roy Dean is a 4th Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, 3rd Degree Black Belt in Japanese Jiu Jitsu, 1st Degree Black Belt in Kodokan Jud, and 1st Degree Black Belt in Aikikai Aikido. Roy has been instructing Martial Arts for 30 years and has inspired a generation of Martial Artists around the world.with his extensive instructional library and YouTube channel.
00:00 UK Matador Camp 02:04 Belt Demonstrations Origin 09:05 Black Belt Crucibles 14:16 White to Black Standards 23:19 Focuses at Each Belt 29:41 Being A Coach & Mentor 33:14 New Book Project 38:46 Black Belt Role Models 46:37 Achieving Mastery 50:36 Humility of Jiu Jitsu 58:30 The Art of Teaching 01:04:35 Approaches to Training 01:14:49 Become The Complement 01:21:54 Plugs, Thanks & Outro
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01 Apr 2025
#65 - Ash Williams - Common BJJ Mistakes That Keep It From Being A Pro Sport
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08 Apr 2025
#66 - PJ Barch - I Was Already A Black Belt When I Really Started Learning Jiu Jitsu
Co-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard) Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul Johnson Insta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj
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15 Apr 2025
#67 - Elliot Steel - Twisted Testicles and Concussion: A Comics Experience of Jiu Jitsu
Expect to get the grapplers perspective on the time Elliot got horribly injured on the mats, using BJJ against a mugger before getting kissed, BJJ etiquette, the belt system, teenage freaks, cult behaviours and much more.
Elliot Steel is a British stand-up comedian and comedy writer, competitive BJJ Blue belt and former, amateur Muay Thai and MMA competitor.
Guest Stuff: Insta - https://www.instagram.com/elliotsteel Comedy Special - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YTtvceb5A80
00:00 BJJ is Boujee 05:23 Starting Jiu Jitsu 13:25 Danger of Leg Locks 18:56 Getting Choked Out 24:01 BJJ Etiquette 31:57 It’s All Relative 38:57 The Belt System 46:20 What Combat Sports Teach You 55:27 Street Fight Stories 01:05:35 Sport, Not Self Defence 01:12:51 Our Kids Competing 01:16:15 Twisted Testicles 01:24:08 Culty Behaviours 01:37:11 Not Training Gi 01:38:01 Teenage Freaks 01:47:57 Next Revolution
Co-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard) Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul Johnson Insta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj
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22 Apr 2025
#68 - Steven Henshall - BJJ Comp Paying Blue Belts What ADCC Paid Female Champions
Expect to get the grapplers perspective on how and why Ikigai is paying Blue Belts more than ADCC pay females, why black belts are such divas, how the game has evolved, leg locks in the modern game, Steve background training with the Aspinall's and much more.
Steven Henshall is the founder of Henshall BJJ and Ikigai Submission Grappling. A former MMA champion and BJJ black belt (under Andy Aspinall, father of UFC heavyweight Tom aspinall) Steven has extensive experience in grappling as a whole, competing in some of the biggest Jiu Jitsu events in the UK and a regular on the local competition circuit.
00:00 Why Focus on Blue Belts 08:56 Training Bad Positions 19:10 Modern Leg Lock Game 25:00 Can BJJ Be Mainstream 30:50 Ikigai Format and Rules 38:27 Athlete Selection 45:46 Black Belt Divas 50:41 Black Belt Levels 56:03 Pro Grappling Atmosphere 01:02:00 Steve’s Background 01:12:02 Self Awareness 01:18:43 Aspinall vs Jones
Co-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard) Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul Johnson Insta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj
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