Interviews

In this episode of Fighting Matters, Steve Kwan and Jesse Walker talk with writer Adrian Nathan West about his New York Times piece on Craig Jones, exploring how trolling, politics, and culture collide in modern Jiu-Jitsu. 🔗 Links Mentioned: • The NYT Article — [https://nyti.ms/3Y1N6oz](https://nyti.ms/3Y1N6oz) • Nate West’s Website — [https://anathanwest.com](https://anathanwest.com) • The Baffler — [https://thebaffler.com](https://thebaffler.com) ⸻ 👥 Featuring: Steve Kwan — [https://bjjmentalmodels.com](https://bjjmentalmodels.com) Jesse Walker — [https://roughhandsbjj.com](https://roughhandsbjj.com) Adrian Nathan West — [https://anathanwest.com](https://anathanwest.com) ⸻ 🧠 Topics Discussed: • Why Craig Jones is a uniquely effective internet troll • Gordon Ryan’s influence on young grapplers • How Jiu-Jitsu intersects with politics • The importance of fact-checking in modern media • The future of independent journalism • Whether trolling can actually shift culture in BJJ ⸻ 📖 Chapters: 00:00 — Welcome & Introductions 02:00 — How the NYT Article Came Together 06:30 — Craig Jones’ Online Persona 12:45 — Gordon Ryan’s Political Influence 18:00 — Why Athletes Shape Public Opinion 25:10 — Left, Right, and Populism in BJJ 32:00 — Fact-Checking for the NYT 38:30 — The Rise of Independent Media 45:20 — AI’s Impact on Journalism 53:00 — Should We All Be Trolls? 57:20 — Where to Find Nate’s Work

🔥 Professor Diego Gamonal on FOX Daytime — A Journey of Discipline, Humility & Championship Mindset Today on Daytime (FOX News), Professor Diego Gamonal shares a piece of his incredible journey — from growing up in Brazil to becoming a 3x World Champion, 5x Pan American Champion, and one of the most respected coaches in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. In this interview with the amazing Kimberly Crawford, Professor Diego talks about the values behind the medals: discipline, perseverance, family, faith, and the mission of Brazilian Top Team Texas to transform lives on and off the mats. Whether you are an athlete, a beginner, a parent, or someone seeking motivation, Diego’s story is living proof that resilience and purpose can take you anywhere. 🎥 Watch, share, and join us on this journey of champions. 🥋 Learn more about BTT Texas: www.bttsa.com

Jeff Curran returns to share what its like to start and run a grappling tournament from scratch and life after professional fighting. He also opens up about growing up in poverty and a violent home and how Jiu-Jitsu changed the direction of his life

Catch wrestling was a brutal method for settling disputes on the American Frontier as well as one of the largest, most respected spectator sports prior to the modern era. In this episode Val Childs - who has been training in catch wrestling since he was 5 - takes us on a tour through the historical roots of catch, the modern catch competition circuit, and the training methods that can be adopted to make any combat athlete much more effective. Incidentally, catch wrestling has had a significant impact on my own development. For example it has had a strong influence on my submission game as you can see in something like the Kimura Roadmap. https://www.grapplearts.com/kimura. Follow Val Childs on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cc_catchwrestling or check out his school in San Antonio, Texas at https://combatcitysa.com/

Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Trish Ryan is back at Simple Man HQ in Austin, TX! In this episode, the guys catch up with Trish and hear more stories from Nicky's childhood.Find us on Instagram:@thesimplemanpodcast @simplemanmartialarts@bjjdamien@nickyrod247@ethan.crelinsten@nickyryanbjj@trishthedish170_@allywolskiMerchwww.simplemanma.myshopify.comMarek Health:🥼https://marekhealth.com Get a 10% discount use code SIMPLEMANMASF Supplementsuse promo code "SIMPLEMAN" at check out to receive a 15% discount "BE KIND OR ELSE!"https://masfsupplements.comPronoia:https://www.pronoiabjj.com/Use promocode SIMPLEMAN for 10% off your entire order at checkoutPronoia Instagram: @pronoiabjjCarne Jerky:@carnejerky_ TikTok:@therealsimplemanpodcast00:00:00 Intro00:00:30 Peekaboo00:03:50 New Pants00:04:02 Chiraq00:06:18 Welcome Back Trish00:07:19 Carly's Weight Cut00:10:01 Tylenol Babies00:11:50 Tetanus00:14:40 What's New with Trish00:16:06 Our Sponsors00:20:10 Make More Money00:20:50 House Hunting00:24:50 HOAs00:28:49 Austin Tourism00:29:02 Red Ash Reservation00:29:25 Trish Goes to Amarillo00:30:35 Paintballing with Trish00:34:10 Dropping Baby Nicky00:35:00 Luis00:37:44 Most Difficult Child00:40:34 Taking Out the Belt00:41:30 Kid's Jiu Jitsu00:42:28 Never Gonna Drink00:42:56 Letting Nicky Smoke00:45:02 Drug ODs00:46:35 Craig's List Shrooms00:50:19 Philly Cheesesteaks 00:53:59 Mescaline00:57:20 Glue Sniffer01:00:07 Medication = Mentally Weak?01:04:54 Don't Sweat the Small Stuff01:09:11 Nicotine is Good for You01:12:10 Jackson First Round TKO01:14:20 One Wrong Move01:16:50 Our Next Guest01:20:07 Dying from Judo01:23:17 Heart Attack at Training01:24:43 Nicky's Lung Collapsed01:28:13 ADCC Weigh Ins01:29:20 You Don't Get Hurt in Jiu Jitsu01:33:25 Surgery or No Surgery01:37:35 Jiu Jitsu vs Muay Thai01:38:50 Deviated Septum01:41:53 Nicky Post Surgery01:43:05 Diaper Change01:45:39 Nicky Size as a Baby01:46:50 Instilling the Fear of God01:49:20 Wrestling in the Living Room01:50:29 Girl's Weekend01:52:17 Outro #101:53:10 Sacrifice for Future Generations01:58:19 Outro #2

This week, we're joined by BJJ and Judo black belt, Dr. Chris Round! Chris is the Executive Director at Martial Arts for Social Transformation, Equity, and Rights (MASTERs). In this episode, Chris explains the helpful gripfighting scorecard from his Tactical Grip Fighting system. Follow Chris on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/chris__circle](https://www.instagram.com/chris__circle) Learn about Martial Arts for Social Transformation, Equity, and Rights (MASTERs): [https://www.martialartsforsocialgood.org](https://www.martialartsforsocialgood.org) Get Chris' instructional, Tactical Grip Fighting: [https://tacticalgripfighting.com](https://tacticalgripfighting.com) **Mental models discussed in this episode:** - Grips Dictate Position [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position)- Core Mechanics [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics)- Goodhart’s Law [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/goodharts-law](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/goodharts-law)- Theory of Alignment [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment)- Asymmetric Warfare [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare)- Dominant Angles [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles)- Kinetic Chains [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kinetic-chains](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kinetic-chains)- Countergripping [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/countergripping](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/countergripping)- Inside Channel Control [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control)- Crossing the Center [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/crossing-the-center](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/crossing-the-center) ⬆️ **LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium!** The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) **Need more BJJ Mental Models?** Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter) Learn more mental models in our online database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database) Follow us on social: [https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels](https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels) [https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels](https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels) [https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social](https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social/) [https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels](https://youtube.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)

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by [Black Belt Digital Marketing](https://www.bbdigitalmarketing.com/) and [AcademySafe.org](https://academysafe.org/) What does it truly take to earn a Black Belt? We talk with Black Belt and author Ben Chen about his new book 'Lessons From the Mat' and the intensive training that shaped his philosophy. Hear incredible stories from his time training with world-famous instructors like Rickson Gracie, and understand the core principles he distilled for success in any discipline. This episode is a deep dive into commitment, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. Learn how the toughest lessons on the mat become the most valuable lessons in life. Instagram handle: @benjaminchen88 Thank you to Episode Sponsors: [Black Belt Digital Marketing](https://www.bbdigitalmarketing.com/) - Request a FREE Review of your company's online presence today! [Academy Safe - Join or Donate now](https://academysafe.org/) [Flow N Roll](https://www.flownroll.com/) - Get 20% OFF with Code: JJD [Leao Optics](https://leaooptics.com/?aff=17) - Get 10% OFF with Code: JJD [Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store](https://www.jiujitsudummies.shop/) - Get 15% OFF with code: JJD [FightTape.us](https://www.fighttape.us/) - Get 10% OFF with code: JJD Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/jiujitsudummies/), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/JiuJitsuDummies/), and [X](https://twitter.com/jiujitsudummies) or at [milton@jiujitsudummies.com](mailto:milton@jiujitsudummies.com) to submit questions for consideration on the show. You can now also find us on [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@jiujitsudummiespodcast) @JiuJitsuDummiesPodcast Visit [Jiu Jitsu Dummies](http://www.jiujitsudummies.com/) for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.

On this episode we recap BJJ Stars 18 and The Crown, plus Felipe Pena calls in to talk about his WNO Heavyweight title match against Luke Griffith coming up on Friday, December 5th at WNO 31! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Brandon Reed is a Jiu-Jitsu Brown Belt, ADCC Veteran, 3x NAIA National Wrestling Champion, and the 2025 ADCC 99+ KG East Coast Trials Champion. Brandon joins the podcast fresh off of his ADCC East Coast Trials win. He discusses the process of overcoming a loss, how to block out the noise and distractions, dealing with the nerves of competition, what he learned from his loss to Felipe Pena at ADCC Worlds 2024, the benefits of being heavier for competition, how to make your wrestling effective for BJJ, his thoughts on drilling techniques, the misconceptions of the "Ecological Approach," the importance of feeling in BJJ, scaling your training with less skilled training partners, training at Pedigo Submission Fighting, building confidence, the desire to go after the toughest matches, his takeaways from CJI 2, and what he likes to do to unwind between competitions. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Check out "Athlethc" at https://athlethc.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of your order of hemp-derived THC performance mints. Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to **https://bit.ly/chewjitsu30** and use the promo code Chewjitsu30 to get 30% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://epicrollbjj.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. Check out podcast exclusives including conversations with guests, Q&A sessions, and tons more at https://patreon.com/thechewjitsupodcast

Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Semen Hands!In this episode, the boys get together in the groomsmen room during the after party. I apologize for the terrible video quality, but I hope you guys can still enjoy joining the Simple Men in this second drunk podcast.Find us on Instagram:@thesimplemanpodcast @simplemanmartialarts@bjjdamien@nickyrod247@ethan.crelinsten@nickyryanbjj@sallyhatesjiujitsu@allywolskiMerchwww.simplemanma.myshopify.comMarek Health:🥼[https://marekhealth.com](https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGwyT1MtNENwc1RSVFVaZGl4NVB4THpDYXJQZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttMmI0Z09NRzlQbDlPSkwySFVHdVBQYUhvTzJRNjNocDVNdG1lVlN5LS1MeWdwdzRYN1lqMERpZV9hQ1dDcF9jSnB1UXdKM3drNmFXYy1LeE1zdTJxeFFhZnVXZy1RVThCWHZFaXJVdC1LdEhOc28xRQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fmarekhealth.com%2F&v=dIOIhHRFFMw) Get a 10% discount use code SIMPLEMANMASF Supplementsuse promo code "SIMPLEMAN" at check out to receive a 15% discount "BE KIND OR ELSE!"[https://masfsupplements.com](https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmItZVg3SmlCM0tkQ1dacXI4dFpCdHY5TlA3d3xBQ3Jtc0ttSXVyT3JEYzZjMzJNbWVneElIRFU5V29ab2FQQi1sV01NbEg0bktSZFpldDZsaWVIRDdkVkN5MXVqY2ZtZERodFdkVGlfR00yVG0zTkRaTGhKZ2tvQ05hb01qZVF1MTRTYVphcFhRN29WTGF6MTVPOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fmasfsupplements.com%2F&v=dIOIhHRFFMw)Pronoia:[https://www.pronoiabjj.com/](https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmFZXzVmN3NQeHhfNXNhUWVfQlNiU0RFOUtjQXxBQ3Jtc0trMk5uYjBabjMtcGpEWGxPdlg2dWlEazdvTXJRSUZ0MmxoQ0lyUko5NjZWZWswdVFadzBWVmRPeUxFakd1eHR4eWZaVnYwM3U5OU1kc1FmNlREU1RPVlZWR2dzaklGX05UOVF2d1BYSmwwY3NtX093WQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pronoiabjj.com%2F&v=dIOIhHRFFMw)Use promocode SIMPLEMAN for 10% off your entire order at checkoutPronoia Instagram: @pronoiabjjCarne Jerky:@carnejerky_ TikTok:@therealsimplemanpodcast[00:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIOIhHRFFMw) Intro[01:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIOIhHRFFMw&t=60s) Wedding Recap[01:45](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIOIhHRFFMw&t=105s) Damien & Sal Perform[02:08](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIOIhHRFFMw&t=128s) Damien is Drunk[03:50](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIOIhHRFFMw&t=230s) The Boys Cried[04:40](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIOIhHRFFMw&t=280s) MMA vs. The Wedding[06:06](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIOIhHRFFMw&t=366s) Nicky Ryan Cried[06:40](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIOIhHRFFMw&t=400s) Damien Falls Over[07:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIOIhHRFFMw&t=420s) Could Damien Beat Sal or Nicky?[08:32](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIOIhHRFFMw&t=512s) Best Cardio at Simple Man [09:35](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIOIhHRFFMw&t=575s) Three Peas in an Tri-Alpha Male Pod[11:03](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIOIhHRFFMw&t=663s) Damien Tore His Hamstring Racing Ally[13:30](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIOIhHRFFMw&t=810s) Sal Crashes Out[13:54](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIOIhHRFFMw&t=834s) Jackson Has Never Played a Sport[15:06](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIOIhHRFFMw&t=906s) Would Jackson Beat Nicky in a Race?[16:08](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIOIhHRFFMw&t=968s) Ballin Up[16:30](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIOIhHRFFMw&t=990s) Our Sponsors[18:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIOIhHRFFMw&t=1080s) Damien's Little Brother[20:39](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIOIhHRFFMw&t=1239s) Nicky is Japanese[22:23](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIOIhHRFFMw&t=1343s) Can Elijah Win a Fight vs Sal?[24:55](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIOIhHRFFMw&t=1495s) Elijah v Sal[26:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIOIhHRFFMw&t=1560s) Goodnight

Roberto Godoi returns to talk about competition for Masters athletes. He covers mindset, conditioning, tactics and conserving energy. He also explains how being "starstruck" when competing against a famous athlete is something to be completely avoided!

AOJ black belt Tom Wortman is a fierce competitor; he won IBJJ Pans, Euros, North Americans and Master Worlds in a single year as a brown belt. He's also a jiu-jitsu gypsy, typically training at a club for 3 to 6 months, then moving thousands of miles to see a new part of the country and training at a new club. Find out how he he does this, what the red and green flags are for training at new clubs, how to stay injury free even when training 7 days a week, and redefining success on your own terms. I hope you find Tom as inspiring and insightful as I did - enjoy! Also, please rate and review this podcast on whichever podcast platform you listen to it - I can't emphasize enough how useful this is and how much I appreciate it. Finally, if you're interested in my take on living life on your own terms please check out my best-selling book, Perseverance, Life and Death in the Subarctic, available anywhere you get physical, digital and audio books and also here: https://www.amazon.com/Perseverance-Death-Subarctic-Stephan-Kesting/dp/1639368612/ Thanks! Stephan

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Jiu-Jitsu World Champion and BJJ Black Belt Roosevelt Sousa. Roosevelt discusses his start in Jiu-Jitsu, what helped with developing a strong work ethic, how learning the mindset of high level Volleyball players hlped with success in BJJ, how to get the most out of training as a black belt, how working with a sports psychologist helped with performance in BJJ, his competition mindset, how Roosevelt prepared for Jiu-Jitsu Worlds in 2 weeks and training with white belts, the importance of being a good role model for your students, the impact of being a coach, what immigrating to America has meant to Roosevelt, the importance of customer service, and how BJJ can help improve your life. Thanks to the podcast sponsors: Check out "Athlethc" at https://athlethc.com/ and use the code Chewjitsu10 to get 10% off of your order of hemp-derived THC performance mints. Charlotte's Web CBD. Head over to **https://bit.ly/chewjitsu30** and use the promo code Chewjitsu30 to get 30% off of your total purchase. Epic Roll BJJ. Check out https://epicrollbjj.com/ and use the promo code Chewjitsu20 to get 20% off of your total purchase. 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 10th Planet standout Keith Krikorian! In this episode, Keith shares his thoughts on mental health, community, and staying grounded in an increasingly chaotic world. Keith shares how Jiu-Jitsu builds confidence, connection, and emotional resilience, why the sport attracts so many unique personalities, and how gratitude transformed both his mindset and his game. Follow Keith on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/keithkrikorian](https://www.instagram.com/keithkrikorian) **Mental models discussed in this episode:** - Feedback Loop [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop)- Growth From Discomfort [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort)- Compartmentalization [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compartmentalization](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compartmentalization)- Abundance Mindset [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset) ⬆️ **LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium!** The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) **Need more BJJ Mental Models?** Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter) Learn more mental models in our online database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database) Follow us on social: [https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels](https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels) [https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels](https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels) [https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social](https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social/) [https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels](https://youtube.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)

Jordan Teaches Jiu-Jitsu joins the podcast to talk about his rise as a jiu-jitsu content creator, his upcoming WNO match against Xande Ribeiro, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Liam and Sal help the boys hold down Simple Man HQ in this episode where the guys talk about everything from competition mindset to religion to training-life balance. Find us on Instagram:@thesimplemanpodcast @simplemanmartialarts@bjjdamien@nickyrod247@ethan.crelinsten@nickyryanbjj@sallyhatesjiujitsu@allywolskiMerchwww.simplemanma.myshopify.comMarek Health:🥼https://marekhealth.com Get a 10% discount use code SIMPLEMANMASF Supplementsuse promo code "SIMPLEMAN" at check out to receive a 15% discount "BE KIND OR ELSE!"https://masfsupplements.comPronoia:https://www.pronoiabjj.com/Use promocode SIMPLEMAN for 10% off your entire order at checkoutPronoia Instagram: @pronoiabjjCarne Jerky:@carnejerky_ TikTok:@therealsimplemanpodcastTimestamps00:00:00 Intro00:00:30 Singing00:02:45 Fundies at SMMA00:03:55 Liam’s a Spitter00:05:36 Weed Phase00:07:36 Panic Attacks00:08:00 NickyRod Was High for ADCC00:11:15 Visualization00:17:45 Warm Up 00:18:05 Marek Health00:18:20 Warm Up Mind & Body00:20:01 Competing Often00:21:05 NickyRod Competed Right Before ADCC00:21:17 Up & Coming Athletes at SMMA00:22:47 Damien’s Wedding & ADCC Trials00:23:57 D1 Wrestlers in Jiu Jitsu00:26:04 NickyRod’s First Loss00:27:50 Simple Man Coffee Cups00:29:03 Liam’s Breakup00:31:15 Confidence in Competition00:32:30 Life Balance00:36:23 Talking to God00:43:07 Gilgamesh00:45:50 Tropical Thunder00:47:40 Being Gay with Friends00:49:31 Coffee Enemas00:50:31 Pooping in Nature00:52:01 Retard Maxing00:53:54 Rich Piana01:00:22 Overeating Junk Food01:06:03 Steroids

This week, we're joined by Mat Made founder Kenny Kim! In this episode, Kenny discusses how to build deeper connections and stronger communities through Jiu-Jitsu. Topics include: creating lasting engagement at gyms, growing authentic online followings, using storytelling to inspire others, overcoming imposter syndrome, building consistency, and leading with purpose. Follow Kenny on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/kennykimbjj](https://www.instagram.com/kennykimbjj) The Jiu-Jitsu Millionaire, by Kenny Kim: [https://a.co/d/fZghu0a](https://a.co/d/fZghu0a) Mat Made (book), by Kenny Kim: [https://amazon.com/dp/B09231HG4R](https://amazon.com/dp/B09231HG4R) Mat Made show & gym finder: [https://matmade.com](https://matmade.com) Train at Kenny Kim BJJ in Marietta, GA: [https://kennykimbjj.com](https://kennykimbjj.com) **Resources discussed in this episode:**The Influence Continuum: [https://freedomofmind.com/cult-mind-control/influence-continuum](https://freedomofmind.com/cult-mind-control/influence-continuum) **Mental models discussed in this episode:** - Continuum of Motivation [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/continuum-of-motivation](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/continuum-of-motivation)- Inertia [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inertia](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inertia)- Impostor Syndrome [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/impostor-syndrome](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/impostor-syndrome)- Timeframe Paradox [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/timeframe-paradox](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/timeframe-paradox)- Third Place [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/third-place](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/third-place)- Permission Paradox [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/permission-paradox](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/permission-paradox)- Advice Paradox [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/advice-paradox](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/advice-paradox)- Consistency [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency) ⬆️ **LEVEL UP with BJJ Mental Models Premium!** The world's LARGEST library of Jiu-Jitsu audio lessons, our complete podcast network, online coaching, and much more! Your first week is free: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/) **Need more BJJ Mental Models?** Get the legendary BJJMM newsletter: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/newsletter) Learn more mental models in our online database: [https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database](https://bjjmentalmodels.com/database) Follow us on social: [https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels](https://instagram.com/bjjmentalmodels) [https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels](https://threads.com/@bjjmentalmodels) [https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social](https://bjjmentalmodels.bsky.social/) [https://youtube.com/@bjjmentalmodels](https://youtube.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)

Neste vídeo, Márcio Feitosa compartilha sua trajetória dentro da Gracie Barra e fala sobre o desenvolvimento do programa GB3. Entre memórias e histórias do passado, ele reflete sobre a evolução do estudo do Jiu-Jitsu — desde os primeiros treinos e gravações em fita até o formato online que conhecemos hoje. Uma conversa sobre disciplina, aprendizado e a transformação do ensino do Jiu-Jitsu através do tempo.

Neste vídeo, Márcio Feitosa compartilha sua trajetória dentro da Gracie Barra e fala sobre o desenvolvimento do programa GB3. Entre memórias e histórias do passado, ele reflete sobre a evolução do estudo do Jiu-Jitsu — desde os primeiros treinos e gravações em fita até o formato online que conhecemos hoje. Uma conversa sobre disciplina, aprendizado e a transformação do ensino do Jiu-Jitsu através do tempo.

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MMA analyst Luke Thomas joins the Fighting Matters crew to discuss fixing fights in the UFC in particular, and MMA in general. We look at which specific type of fighter is being targeted, who might be behind it, and the role of the FBI in investigating the UFC. More Luke Thomas MMA analysis on his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/lukethomas Luke Thomas gets political: https://www.youtube.com/@LukeThomasGetsPolitical Follow Luke Thomas on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lukethomasnews Luke Thomas on Substack: https://lthomas.substack.com/