Interviews

Drew Weatherhead is the mind behind the hit Instagram meme profile "Because_Jitsu". He talks about how he found BJJ, the growth of the BJJ scene in Canada, how he started making memes and Jiu-Jitsu "in the streets"

I was thrilled to appear on The Great Flip Podcast to talk about jiu-jitsu, specifically why it's probably the best self defense martial art for women and girls. I hope you enjoy it! Catch up with the work Coach Jody is doing at https://thegreatflip.com/, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/thegreatflip/, or on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJleGbTwtlTL4GXLMl6sL6A And, as always, a rating or a review of this podcast is super-appreciated. It helps the show grow and acts as an incentive for me to use my very limited time to produce more shows more often! Thanks Stephan

Dhiego Lima talks about leaving football to pursue MMA, managing nerves before a fight, training BJJ with strikes, why he trains in the gi and fighting through adversity. He also expresses interest in pursuing competitive grappling after his MMA career!

Chewy and Eugene discuss overcoming competition anxiety, the benefits of competing in a jiu-jitsu tournament, why you should or shouldn't compete, and Chewy talks his preparation for the ADCC trials.

Kurt is back for the 2018 Halloween Special! Kurt talks about his upcoming Australian tour, strategies for fighting various wild animals, UFOs, corn mazes, Unsolved Mysteries, serial killers and his thoughts on UFC 229.

Meet Lisa Shackelford on South Mississippi Strong. Watch her story and how training in Jiu-Jitsu has radically improved her lookout. AMAA offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, Self Defense, and Martial Art Programs to all ages and abilities levels. We have flexible scheduling, hassle-free memberships, and budget-sensitive tuition rates. Our D'Iberville Martial Art Self Defense Program is leading the way in Life Skill and Character Development as well as Sport and Competition Focused. Stop by today and see why we are the best on the Gulf Coast. We offer a variety of classes which are tailored to fit your family’s schedule and work obligations. Our earliest enrollment begins at 4 years of age and we have students over the age of 40 training with us. Classes are offered at different times throughout the week so that you can maximize on your goals and results. We believe that our Martial Art Development Program will build greater Character, Confidence, and Courage. Our Mission is to “Build Better Humans Before Great Champions“. We are located at 10418A Seymour Avenue, D'Iberville, MS 39540 228-238-7444 www.AMAABJJ.com

Rob from McDojo Life joins the show to talk about cults, frauds, chi blasts and angry online ninjas! He also talk about why he enjoys teaching and how martial arts prevents bullying.

On this podcast, we start off with a "Chewy Ramble" on "what is your biggest enemy in Jiu-Jitsu?" Chewy and Eugene also discuss traditions and uniforms in BJJ, "Suit Rolling," and a Q&A full of great questions.

Junior Assuncao is a seasoned MMA fighter and long time practitioner of Jiu-Jitsu. He talks about the early BJJ scene, new school vs old school mentality, bullying and the current state of BJJ in Brazil. He also reflects on a match against Marcelo Garcia.

Ant Lambert is a former Marine and adventurer. One half of the two-man team; the Mad Explorers. The Mad Explorers have undertaken a challenge they have named "Expedition 5", in which they will attempt to be the first people to cross the worlds 5 biggest Islands by manpower alone. I sit down with Ant after just returning from Greenland, their 4th island of the 5. He tells the stories from all the Island they have visited so far, the highs, the lows and the craziness in between. Find out more about the Mad Explorers at www.expeditionfive.co.uk

Rob from McDojoLife has been relentless in his attempts to expose martial arts frauds, exposing everyone from from chi-based knockout masters to ninjas who practise bending joints in the direction they are designed to bend. Honestly some of the videos he's shared with people over the years have been hilarious for all the wrong reasons! In this episode we talk about his favourite frauds, where he gets the biggest hate and pushback from, his own martial arts training history, and his big plans for the future. Follow McDojoLife on Instagram (@mcdojolife), Twitter (@mcdojolife) and his Youtube channel (youtube.com/mcdojolife)

Rondel Benjamin introduced Jiu-Jitsu to Trinidad & Tobago in 2000 and has helped build the community there for the last 18 years. He talks about strategy and concepts in BJJ, invisible Jiu-Jitsu, breathing and the importance of drilling grip fighting

This episode starts with a "Chewy Ramble" on setting an intention for your BJJ training. We then discuss the events that occurred before and after the Khabib vs Conor fight, what our opinions are on trash talking in martial arts, and we end with a Q&A session from the listeners.

Rob Austin of the Big Jiu-Jitsu Podcast joins the show to talk about his journey in Jiu-Jitsu, the life lessons he's learned along the way and making time for training despite a hectic schedule.

On this episode, we are joined by Jiu-Jitsu Brown belt and EBI 17 Combat Jiu-Jitsu Champion Jon "Thor" Blank. Jon joins the podcast to discuss his recent tournament win and becoming The Eddie Bravo Invitational Combat Jiu-Jitsu Middleweight Champion. Jon also talks about his start in jiu-jitsu, choosing a gym, his training regimen, how wrestling has influenced his jiu-jitsu, and how he has gotten to such a high level of grappling so quickly.

This episode is a rundown of Quintet grappling 3 event in Las vegas. I sit down with Luke Dalmedo and David Ooi to chat about Quinet 3 and sin city.

Brandon Ruiz is a decorated grappling champion and coach. He discusses work ethic, avoiding burnout, competition strategy and mental preparation. He also talks about finding yourself through grappling and practicing empathy

Raul Ramirez joins the show to talk about his journey through Catch Wrestling, Acupuncture and Eastern Medicine, training at the Snake Pit and training intensity. He also talks about Catch Wrestling Alliance and the future of Catch!

Our guest on the podcast is Rob from the Instagram channel, @mcdojolife. This channel uses humor to expose what Rob considers "fake" or ineffective martial arts. On the podcast, Rob discusses what he considers to be a fake martial art, what makes these martial arts ineffective, some great stories from his experience with running the channel, and exciting new projects he has in the works.

My guest is the science advocate generally known as The Genetically Modified Skeptic. In this hard-hitting (and likely controversial) discussion he discusses magical thinking in the martial arts, essential oils, alternative medicine, cult leaders, Jordan Peterson, religion, the anti-vaccine movement, fake cancer cures and much more. I hope you find it interesting and though provoking. Check out Drew's popular youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/geneticallymodifiedskeptic

Curran Jacobs joins the show to talk about overcoming bullying through wrestling, mental toughness, how Catch Wrestling and BJJ can help each other, staying focused during tough times and his desire to compete against Gordon Ryan and Garry Tonon.

Mahamed Aly returns just off his first Black Belt World Championship! He talks about managing injuries, ideal training frequency, recovery advice and the importance of quality sleep. He also talks about his new Youtube channel and his goals moving forward

This recap episode of the podcast is a collection of videos from the Chewjitsu Youtube channel where Chewy answers questions on getting good at BJJ. The first video is " Can Anyone Get Good At BJJ?" The second video is "Can I Get Good At BJJ Without Competing?" The third video is "Why Do Some People Get Better At BJJ Faster?"

Iain Abernathy is an author, a 7th degree black belt, and an expert in the application of traditional karate techniques. He joined me on the podcast today to talk about kata as a training method, techniques advancing over time, ancient martial arts training methods, "freezing" between moves in kata, pushback from the traditional karate community, drills to make the application of moves instinctive, and more. Find out more about about Iain, his books, articles, and apps at https://iainabernethy.co.uk