Interviews

Recently there was discourse on the BJJ GOONS IG about whether studying film is important. This episode Nico and Tim debate if you need to study opponent. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bjjgoonspodcast **Tim Spriggs** Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timspriggsb...​ **Nico Ball** Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no_new_nico/​ DO YOU WANT EXTRA EPISODES, MATCH BREAKDOWNS, AND TECHNIQUES? Join The GOON SQUAD on our PATREON https://www.patreon.com/BJJGOONS BJJ GOONS MERCH: https://www.favelajiujitsu.com/shop/​

Ever had your butt kicked by a light weight? Thomas Lisboa is a an Alliance Blackbelt under Fabio Gurgel, World Champion Silver medalist and one of the top competitors in the light feather weight category. JT and Thomas go deep on the following: - What it takes to be the best- Why drilling is important- Training under Marcelo Garcia- The Importance of SnC for BJJ- Coaching at Alliance Vancouver If you want to know more about what is required to perform at the highest level while being one of the lightest people on the mat this episodes has plenty of gems and insights for the any BJJ player.

Legendary Wrestler and Coach, Wade Schalles joins the show to discuss why he teaches techniques in reverse, spinal manipulation to improve pins and how Jiu-Jitsu guys can use pins effectively. He also tells the story behind how he created the Spladle!

Chris Round is a Judo black belt under Jimmy Pedro. In this episode we talk about how to add Judo throws to your BJJ arsenal, old school vs new school Judo training methods, Kosen Judo which focuses very heavily on groundwork, gripfighting, leg grabs, belt grabs, crazy Eastern European throws, and more!

On this best of episode of The Chewjitsu Podcast, we go through some of the best moments of the podcast so far. Here are the clips from this episode: How An Illness Changed The Course Of Ramsey's Life (Ep. 143) Chewy's Expectations For Each BJJ Belt (Ep. 95) The Mindset To Complete Any Task W/ Former Navy Seal Andy Stumpf (Ep. 141) How To Stay Consistent In BJJ (Ep. 85) The Most Effective Self-Defense Techniques W/ Todd Fox (Ep. 154) The Uncertainty of Skill Acquisition In Jiu-Jitsu (Ep. 169) Letting Go Of Attachment In BJJ (Ep. 149) Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/38FnyUv and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Manscaped. Check out https://www.manscaped.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off and free shipping! Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

This week we're joined by Micah Brakefield! Micah holds dual BJJ black belts under Don Whitefield and Nabil Salameh, and is the head coach at 10th Planet Etobicoke. Micah joins us to discuss the importance of unorthodoxy and creativity in Jiu-Jitsu. Micah's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/micahbrakefield/](https://www.instagram.com/micahbrakefield/) Micah’s Twitter: [https://mobile.twitter.com/micahbrakefield/](https://mobile.twitter.com/micahbrakefield/) Train with Micah at 10th Planet Etobicoke: [https://10thplanetetobicoke.com/](https://10thplanetetobicoke.com/) **Mental models discussed in this episode:** - Do What Works [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/)- Idea Communism [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/idea-communism/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/idea-communism/)- Beginner's Mind [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beginners-mind/)- Investing in Loss [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/)- Growth From Discomfort [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/)- Short-term/Long-term Paradox [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/short-term-long-term-paradox/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/short-term-long-term-paradox/)- Pattern Interrupts [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/pattern-interrupts/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/pattern-interrupts/)- Mindfulness [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/mindfulness/)- Win Conditions [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/)- Keep It Playful [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/)- Table Selection [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/table-selection/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/table-selection/) **Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium!** If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at **a fraction of the cost of a single private.** Sign up here for a free trial: [https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/) **Need more BJJ Mental Models?**Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/) Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/) Follow us on social: [https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/) [https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/) Music by Enterprize: [https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/](https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/) ⚠️**NEW course from BJJ Mental Models!** **MINDSET FOR BETAS,** our new Jiu-Jitsu audio course with Rob Biernacki, is now available on BJJ Mental Models Premium! For a limited time, get your first month FREE at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta)

This week Tim explains why he's changing his image as a "Jiu-jitsu guy" while Nico gives tips on how to deal with trolls. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bjjgoonspodcast **Tim Spriggs** Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timspriggsb...​ **Nico Ball** Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no_new_nico/​ DO YOU WANT EXTRA EPISODES, MATCH BREAKDOWNS, AND TECHNIQUES? Join The GOON SQUAD on our PATREON https://www.patreon.com/BJJGOONS BJJ GOONS MERCH: https://www.favelajiujitsu.com/shop/​

Silverfox is back! In this episode he discusses avoiding burnout in Jiu-Jitsu, the idea of building universal grips and he dives deep on his Split Guard system! He also gives advice to the 40+ crowd to train more efficiently!

Interview to Tamara Toros, athlete of @atosjiu-jitsubarcelona2374 under Professor Gustavo Galvao. She speaks about her mentality for competition and the goals set for her and the team on 2022. Tami is from Hungary and at the age of 17 she achieved the Grand Slam all with gold medals at the blue belt division. Here is a promise of Jiu-Jitsu. Stay tunned.

On this episode, we go through some Q&A questions Chewy received on Instagram. Here are the topics covered: 1. What to do to prep for a tournament that is three days away. 2. How to pass a long and lengthy knee shield position. 3. Chewy's greatest hero. 4. How to become more efficient with cardio and breathing for training. 5. Favorite video games. 6. How to mentally retain information on moves you first learn. 7. How to develop "your own" Jiu-Jitsu game. 8. The best way to write in a Jiu-Jitsu journal. 9. What to eat after a late Jiu-Jitsu training session. 10. Which positions Chewy stays away from in training. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to https://bit.ly/38FnyUv and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://www.epicrollbjj.com and use the promo code Chewjitsu to get 15% off of your total purchase. Acorns. Check out www.acorns.com/chewjitsu to get a $20 bonus with a $5 investment. Remember to consider your investment objectives before investing. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

This week we're joined again by Rob Biernacki! Following up on a previous episode, Rob introduces Island Top Team's proprietary system for constraint-based training. He calls it "F**k Your Jiu-Jitsu," because he's Rob Biernacki, so of course he does. FYJJ has four categories: sweeping, passing, top control, and submission control. BJJ Concepts: [https://bjjconcepts.net/](https://bjjconcepts.net/) Rob on Instagram: [https://instagram.com/islandtopteam/](https://instagram.com/islandtopteam/) **Mental models discussed in this episode:** - Constraints-Led Approach: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach/)- Training Handicaps: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/training-handicaps/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/training-handicaps/)- Pattern Interrupts: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/pattern-interrupts/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/pattern-interrupts/)- Center of Gravity: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/center-of-gravity/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/center-of-gravity/)- Keep it Playful: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/keep-it-playful/)- Phases of Guard: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/phases-of-guard/)- Tipping Points: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/tipping-points/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/tipping-points/)- Growth From Discomfort: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort/)- Prevention Over Cure: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prevention-over-cure/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/prevention-over-cure/)- Static vs. Dynamic Control: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/static-vs-dynamic-control/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/static-vs-dynamic-control/)- Investing in Loss: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/investing-in-loss/)- Staying Loose: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/staying-loose/)- Inertia: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inertia/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inertia/)- Yes, and...: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/yes-and/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/yes-and/) **Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium!** If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at **a fraction of the cost of a single private.** Sign up here for a free trial: [https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/) **Need more BJJ Mental Models?**Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/) Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/) Fo ⚠️**NEW course from BJJ Mental Models!** **MINDSET FOR BETAS,** our new Jiu-Jitsu audio course with Rob Biernacki, is now available on BJJ Mental Models Premium! For a limited time, get your first month FREE at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta)

What is your Favourite Martial Arts Movie? JT & Joey have their favourite Fight flicks but they are not all the same. The films of 80's & 90's that inspired and guided both the Bulletproof Boys into the world of Martial Arts. However you came to the world of BJJ you may have started on the Martial Arts path through other more formal fighting styles. Who was your inspiration? What montage made you want to become a martial arts?

Entrevistamos uma de nossas alunas, que tem origem romena. Ela está grávida e faz o treinamento funcional, e tem já uma filhinha de 4 anos que treina jiu jiu-jitsu. Muito legal ver o feedback dela sobre nossos serviços. É muito prazeroso termos pessoas de diferentes culturas em nossa academia. Todos são muito bem vindos aqui. Somos um só, somos a família TA! #lutasindaiatuba #academiataindaiatuba #thiagoalmeida #feedbackaluno #academiadelutasindaiatuba ================= ✔ Deixe seu like e compartilhe se gostou ☺ ✔ Inscreva-se no canal ☺ ✔ Selecione para receber notificações clicando no sininho pelo seu celular e/ou computador ☺ Redes Sociais: ✔ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/academia_ta/ ✔ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thiagoalmeid... Contato comercial: (19) 99899-9099 ================= Seja bem-vindo(a) ao canal TA Academia Thiago Almeida! Com vídeos semanais, estaremos apresentando o dia a dia da academia, nosso novo espaço, técnicas, relatos de alunos, e muito mais. =================

Mason Fowler joins the show to talk about overcoming a troubled youth through sports and Jiu-Jitsu. He discusses learning in an unstructured enviornment and how competition exposes your true BJJ game. He also talks about his second passion, Call of Duty!

Ever had Gi Burn on your face? Lost some skin cells from rolling? Skin care is a topic that is not really talked about in the BJJ game especially for men. Off the back of the Staph discussion the boys felt that it's worth addressing what you can do to protect your first layer of immunity against infection. JT & Joey have very different skin types and different approaches for dealing with healing wounds and preventing infection.

Do you get emotional when you train? Adam gets mad and Kieren cries but it’s cool there’s nothing wrong with getting emotional as long as you’re behaviour isn’t negatively affected. But as always, tune in for some banter. Why you mad tho? #jiujitsu #bjj #brazilianjiujitsu #jiu-jitsu Submit YOUR question to the show to be featured on the next Q&A episode! Click the link. https://www.speakpipe.com/beyondjiujitsu Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=60073897

Being able to tell the difference between real science and pseudoscience has never been more important, especially given the staggering amounts of misinformation and disinformation being circulated on a daily basis. In this episode I talk with Jonathan Jarry, a scientist who works for McGill University's Office for Science and Society, which uses the tagline 'Separating Sense from Nonsense'. We cover some of the most blatant red flags that you're dealing with pseudoscientific claims, charlatanry, grifters, and fake experts. I hope you find this useful! Stephan Kesting P.S. This episode is also available on the Strenuous Life Podcast Youtube channel here: [https://youtu.be/-FrIVWasO8M](https://youtu.be/-FrIVWasO8M) Give us a follow on Youtube if you would please!

This week we're joined by Robert Drysdale! Robert brings his extensive experience, both as an elite grappler and historian, to discuss the BJJ "generation gap" and how he's witnessed the art evolve. A really insightful conversation about the importance of history, the evolution of coaching, how rulesets have changed the sport, and fundamentals vs. trends. Opening Closed Guard - the book & film: [https://www.closedguardfilm.com/](https://www.closedguardfilm.com/) Robert's Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/robertdrysdalejj/](https://www.instagram.com/robertdrysdalejj/) Coolness versus Efficiency: The Crisis in Jiu-Jitsu, by Robert Drysdale: [https://bit.ly/3NUXTtY](https://bit.ly/3NUXTtY) How to Win at Jiu-Jitsu while Keeping it Real, by Robert Drysdale: [https://bit.ly/3aZytgc](https://bit.ly/3aZytgc) **Mental models discussed in this episode:** - Curse of Knowledge [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/curse-of-knowledge/)- Extreme Ownership [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/extreme-ownership/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/extreme-ownership/)- Path of Least Resistance [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/path-of-least-resistance/)- Static vs. Dynamic Control [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/static-vs-dynamic-control/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/static-vs-dynamic-control/)- Win Conditions [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/win-conditions/)- Economy of Motion [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/economy-of-motion/)- Cognitive Load [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/cognitive-load/)- Do What Works [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/do-what-works/)- Concepts Over Techniques [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques/)- Short-term/Long-term Paradox [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/short-term-long-term-paradox/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/short-term-long-term-paradox/) **Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium!** If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at **a fraction of the cost of a single private.** Sign up here for a free trial: [https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/) **Need more BJJ Mental Models?**Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/) Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/) Follow us on social: [https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/) [](https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/) ⚠️**NEW course from BJJ Mental Models!** **MINDSET FOR BETAS,** our new Jiu-Jitsu audio course with Rob Biernacki, is now available on BJJ Mental Models Premium! For a limited time, get your first month FREE at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta)

After nearly a year since his last appearance, Kurt joins the show to give an update about his health and recovery. Other topics include cheap food hacks. Waterworld apocalypse scenerios. He also gives advice on improving sweeps from guard.

In part 2 of our talk with Thalys , we find out more about where he comes from, how he's made it in America, his new project for Netflix, and a whole lot more. Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bjjgoonspodcast Tim Spriggs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timspriggsb...​ Nico Ball Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no_new_nico/​ DO YOU WANT EXTRA EPISODES, MATCH BREAKDOWNS, AND TECHNIQUES? Join The GOON SQUAD on our PATREON https://www.patreon.com/BJJGOONS BJJ GOONS MERCH: https://www.favelajiujitsu.com/shop/​

This week we're joined again by Matt Kirtley! Matt, better known by his internet handle Aesopian, is a lead moderator on Reddit's /r/bjj and an instructor at Inverted Gear Academy. During the day, he's also a web development and search engine optimization (SEO) specialist. In this episode, Matt draws on his BJJ and SEO experience to share some website best practices for BJJ gyms. We talk about website hosting services, gym management software, email, digital security, hiring a developer, domain names, SEO, essential website elements, appointment booking, blogs, analytics, and Google reviews. Hopefully, this episode serves as a helpful playbook for the gym owners, instructors, and administrators out there. Inverted Gear Academy: [https://invertedgearacademy.com/](https://invertedgearacademy.com/) Matt's website, Aesopian BJJ: [https://aesopian.com/](https://aesopian.com/) White Belt Questions, Black Belt Answers — YouTube: [https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-Q9Mx1oMuBw1VRa5OVaAl97FwdhhctnK](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-Q9Mx1oMuBw1VRa5OVaAl97FwdhhctnK) Inverted Gear: [https://www.invertedgear.com/](https://www.invertedgear.com/) **Don't forget to check out BJJ Mental Models Premium!** If you love the podcast, you’ll definitely love our premium membership offerings. The podcast is truly just the tip of the iceberg – the next steps on your journey are joining our community, downloading our strategy courseware, and working with us to optimize your game. We do all this through memberships that come in at **a fraction of the cost of a single private.** Sign up here for a free trial: [https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/](https://premium.bjjmentalmodels.com/) **Need more BJJ Mental Models?**Get tips, tricks, and breakthrough insights from our newsletter: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter/) Get nitty-gritty details on our mental models from the full database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database/) Follow us on social: [https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://facebook.com/bjjmentalmodels/) [https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/](https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels/) Music by Enterprize: [https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/](https://enterprize.bandcamp.com/) ⚠️**NEW course from BJJ Mental Models!** **MINDSET FOR BETAS,** our new Jiu-Jitsu audio course with Rob Biernacki, is now available on BJJ Mental Models Premium! For a limited time, get your first month FREE at: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/beta)

Patrick Wyman from the amazing Tides of History Podcast joins us today to discuss - Large civilizations that disappeared (12:22) - The human evolutionary family tree and paleogentics (17:41) - The explosion of agriculture on different continents (28:16) - Different species of hominids (40:20) - 40 years that shook the world (43:57) - The pivotal role of the printing press (48:30) - Patrick's involvement in the MMA world (52:27) - Why nerds lift weights (1:01:37) - And more! Follow Patrick on Twitter @patrick_wyman Please like and subscribe - that stuff REALLY helps! And check out the Strenuous Life Podcast channel on Youtube while you're at it! Cheers! Stephan Kesting

John Combs joins the show to discuss pay vs prestige in BJJ events, why he eats fermented foods with every meal and finding the right environment for growth. He also gives some great technical insight on the guillotine, his highest percentage submission!

Neste episódio vamos conhecer a trajetória de Cacá Ferreira, Gerente Técnico Corporativo da Cia Athletica responsável pela pesquisa e desenvolvimento de novas aulas e programas de todo grupo. Anfitriã: Cinthia Guimarães Produção e Edição: Cia Athletica Pesquisa e Pauta: Cinthia Guimarães Realização: Cia Athletica