Mon, 23 April 2018
This week we have an interview with Chris Martin. Chris has a story of training BJJ and unknowingly receiving damage to his neck. This damage would later result in a stroke. This interview helps create awareness of strokes and how to train BJJ safely. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Our real problem, then, is not our strength today; it is rather the vital necessity of action today to ensure our strength tomorrow." Dwight Eisenhower Article of the week: Level up with Positional Sparring [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Mon, 16 April 2018
This week we bring you an interview with Roy Harris. Roy has been training martial arts since 1981. He brings a wealth of BJJ knowledge and wonderful explanations to this interview. We cover topics from new students all the way to how to run a school. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "A little impatience will spoil great plans." Chinese Proverb Article of the week: 5 AWESOME LOW EFFORT WAYS TO SUPPORT YOUR BJJ TECHNIQUE LEARNING The BjjBrick Summer Camp in Wichita Kansas [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Mon, 9 April 2018
This week we bring you an interview with BJJ black belt Livia Gluchowska. Livia is a black belt under Lachlan Giles and Thiago Stefanutti. We talk about a variety of topics including training for bjj and off the mat sports like sprint cycling and gymnastics. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "You may have to fight a battle more than once to win it." Margaret Thatcher Article of the week: Safety Net The off the mat lesson was about a door to door sales man with a unique pitch
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Direct download: Epi2023720Black20belt20Livia20Gluchowska.mp3
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Mon, 2 April 2018
This week we have an interview with BJJ black belt Brandon Mullins. This is a great interview and Brandon shares tons of training ideas and tips. [caption id="attachment_5439" align="alignright" width="960"] Photo by Mike Calimas[/caption] We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "A successful man is one who can lay a firm foundation with the bricks others have thrown at him." David Brinkley We also talk about this book "The Obstacle is the Way" Article of the week: When your teammates are in Competition Training Mode and you’re in I Can Barely Drag My Ass to Class Mode [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Sun, 1 April 2018
This is an episode of BjjBrick Extra! Joe has an outstanding interview with Sam Spiegelman. Sam has written a bunch of great articles on Breaking Muscle. We talk about:
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Extra Tip: We give a tip about wrist locks Extra Question: Help, my instructor is not showing me the things I need to know We play a joke on Gary and use as many Idioms as we can. He is always able to laugh at a good prank. [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Mon, 26 March 2018
Some stuff in BJJ you need to know, while other things fit into the good to know category. This week we have a fun and informative discussion about how things fit into these categories. We talk about:
Links: Coming to America Quote of the week: "Ask five economists and you'll get five different answers - six if one went to Harvard." Edgar Fiedler. Whe change this quote to "ask five black belts and get five different answers." Article of the week: Three Rules for Rolling [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Direct download: Epi2023420Good20to20know20vs20Need20to20know.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:00am CDT |
Mon, 19 March 2018
This week we have an interview with third degree black belt Stephen Whittier. Stephen is well known for his website 40 Plus BJJ, he is dictated toward helping people stay or get on the mat as they get older. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "it is easier to prevent bad habits than to break them" Benjamin Franklin Article of the week: Applying a Growth Mindset to Jiu-Jitsu
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Mon, 12 March 2018
This week we have an interview with Australian Black Belt competitor Lachlan Giles. We have a great conversation and learn about some of his training methods that set him and his team Absolute MMA apart from others. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "A penny saved is a penny earned" Article of the week: Purple Belt - The hardest belt in BJJ [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Mon, 5 March 2018
This week we have an interview with Michael Hunter. Michael has started a new BJJ series called "The Eternal Cup Series Pro Jiu Jitsu Tour". This tournament will give substantial cash prizes to the winners, with hopes of helping them reach their goals. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "If you can't describe what you are doing as a process, you don't know what you're doing." W. Edwards Deming Article of the week: Your First Competition [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Direct download: Epi2023120The20Eternal20Cup20Series20Pro20Jiu20Jitsu20Tour.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:00am CDT |
Thu, 1 March 2018
This is our second BjjBrick Extra episode. This week we look at a few techniques highlighted by some of Joe's teammates. Jose Lopez
Peygan Lafont
Shane Dupre
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Mon, 26 February 2018
This week we discuss pressure and Brazilian Jiu-Jitus. We have all been crushed and would also like to add more pressure to our games. This week we hope to help. We talk about:
Quote of the week: "Curiosity will conquer fear even more than bravery will." Article of the week: Make sure you drop these bad habits before you get your blue belt [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Mon, 19 February 2018
This week we have an interview with 3 stripe bjj black belt Miriam Cardoso. Miriam is training with Team Elite in Redmond, Washington. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Everything that irritates us about others can lead us to an understanding of ourselves." Carl Jung Article of the week: If They Can't Stop You, It's Not Wrong [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Mon, 12 February 2018
This week we bring you an interview with 22 year old BJJ black belt competitor Dante Leon. Dante has shown his skill on the mats as a color belt winning many big tournaments, now he has his eyes set on the black belt division. We talk about:
Links: Dante Leon is our second guest to play Family Feud he did great with a score of 125. Quote of the week: "The highest compliment that you can pay me is to say that I work hard every day, that I never dog it." Wayne Gretzky A prank was pulled on Gary during this quote. Article of the week: Finding my groove again [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Mon, 5 February 2018
We are happy to have one of our listener favorites return to the podcast. Tim Sledd is always a wealth of information when it comes to all things BJJ. [caption id="attachment_5255" align="alignright" width="960"] Tim Sledd bjj black belt atos[/caption] We talk about:
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Quote of the week: "To become a champion requires a good mental attitude toward preparation. You have to accept the most tedious task with pleasure." Bruce Lee Article of the week: The White Stripe: A Neurotic Conversation I Had With Myself [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Thu, 1 February 2018
This week we have an interview with Ryan and Zach Gehl. Zach is a blue belt training out of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada with a long list of competition accomplishments. To follow Zach or learn more about him check out his Instagram theroadwarrior1 This is also a BjjBrick Extra episode. We hope to bring you an extra episode every month, thanks to our newest team member Joe. We talk about:
BJJ Tip: we talk about active toes Q&A: We answer a question about dealing with rough teammates
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Mon, 29 January 2018
This week we give you some tips and advice to help you remember the BJJ techniques you learn. We talk about:
Quote of the week: "Culture eats strategy for breakfast." Article of the week: 5 Things that can kill your guard [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Direct download: Epi2022420Stop20Forgetting20Jiu-Jitsu20Moves.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:00am CDT |
Mon, 22 January 2018
This week on The BjjBrick Podcast we have Richard Byrne. Richard is a 56 year old Black Belt and life long banker. Recently he started the professional grappling event KASAI, this event featured many of today's top grapplers. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they cannot lose." Bill Gates Article of the week: 12 reasons why Jiu-Jitsu is the perfect compliment to any martial art [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Mon, 15 January 2018
This week on The BjjBrick Podcast we have BJJ Brown Belt Rondel Benjamin from Trinidad and Tobago. We cover a fun variety of topics including BJJ, stick fighting, free diving and much more. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Any intelligent fool can make things bigger, more complex, and more violent. It takes a touch of genius—and a lot of courage to move in the opposite direction." E.F. Schumacher Article of the week: Grappling With Age We also continue playing family feud at the end of the show [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Mon, 8 January 2018
This week we have an interview with Kit Dale. We cover a wide range of topics from how he got his Black Belt in 4 years to his acting career. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Don't be fooled by the calendar. There are only as many days in the year as you make use of." Charles Richards Article of the week: Self Defense Seminars: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Mon, 1 January 2018
This week we have a great interview with adaptive athlete Jess Munter. During birth Jess suffered a Brachial Plexus injury, as a result of this injury she is unable to use her left arm. Growing up Jess tried several sports but they did not fit her and they ended in frustration. A couple of years ago Jess found Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the benefits she is getting and passing on from BJJ is an inspiring story. We talk about:
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Quote of the week: "A fight is not won by one punch or kick. Either learn to endure or hire a bodyguard." Bruce Lee Article of the week: 3 Proven Methods For Gaining Self Discipline We also start playing a game of family feud fast money at the end of the show. Also a congratulations to Gary Hull for receiving his brown belt! [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Mon, 25 December 2017
This week on the podcast we talk about a way to evaluate your game. Your collection of techniques fall at different skill levels. We look at these five different levels and give advice or depending on what level your technique is. Don't think of it as all of your BJJ is at one level, think of it as parts of your game are at different levels. The Depth of your Jiu-Jitsu Pool
Quote of the week: "Age is no barrier. It's a limitation you put on your mind." Jackie Joyner-Kersee Article of the week: How Much Do I Need To Cross Train To Get Better at BJJ? [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Mon, 18 December 2017
This week we have BJJ legend Braulio Estima as our guest on the podcast. We talk about training, competing, and the Grappler's Escape cruise you can catch him on April 29-May 6, 2018. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Do what you can, with what you have, where you are." Theodore Roosevelt Article of the week: How to Play Up Sports On Your Resume [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Mon, 11 December 2017
Craig Jones shocked his opponents and the world with his performance at ADCC this year and we are excited to have him this week on The BjjBrick Podcast. We talk about:
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Quote of the week: "Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it." William Arthur Ward Article of the week: The Nine Mental Skills of Successful Athletes [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Mon, 4 December 2017
This week we have an interview with Nick Unander. Nick is a friend and former of Joe. Nick has been training martial arts since 1986. You can find Nick teaching and training BJJ in the island paradise of Cyprus. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Wise sayings often fall on barren ground, but a kind word is never thrown away." Arthur Helps Article of the week: Overcoming Fear in BJJ [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Mon, 27 November 2017
We talk about:This episode we talk about the different formats of competition. We give thoughts and advice for submission only matches and matches in the points system. This is a fun episode with advice for the competitive athlete to the casual fan. This episode we talk about
Links: Quote of the week: "Calm seas and safe harbors never produce good sailors" Article of the week: Concepts, Concepts, Concepts [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Mon, 20 November 2017
This week we have two interviews!!! The first interview is with multi time world champion Gezary Matuda. The second interview is with Kathryn from Grappler's Escape. For BJJ fans all over the world Grappler's Escape is one of the best weeks of the year. Grappler's Escape is a cruise sailing out of Orlando April 29, 2018. This cruise will feature Gezary Mutuda, Braulio Estima, and Keenan Cornelius teaching BJJ. Listen to Kathryn's interview to find out how to save money on the cruise. Gezary talks about:
Kathryn talks about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Never reach out your hand unless you're willing to extend an arm." Pope Paul VI Article of the week: Key Jiu-JItsu Moves for BJJ Beginners [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Mon, 13 November 2017
This week we bring you an interview with Ricardo Almeida. Ricardo is a UFC veteran and 4th degree black belt under Renzo Gracie. He also currently coaches several UFC fighters including Frankie Edgar and Eddie Alvarez. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "The breaking of a wave cannot explain the whole sea." Vladimir Nabokov Article of the week: BJJ BENEFITS #2: HEALTH & WELLNESS Gary shares a heart touching and motivativating story about living life to the fullest. [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Mon, 6 November 2017
This week we bring you an interview with Jeff Monson. Jeff has been a member of ATT since the start of it and had over 80 professional MMA fights. Along side of his MMA career Jeff was known for taking time to step on the mat for some amazing grappling matches. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "We, as a wrestling community, better remember it is more than one individual that makes a winner." Dan Gable Article of the week: Your Training Partners Are NOT Your Opponents We are on the lookout for a coach and Bjj blog of the year. Send in your submissions to bjjbrick@gmail.com [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Mon, 30 October 2017
This week we help you determine what went wrong with your game that resulted in getting tapped out (or choked unconscious). How can you learn from getting tapped out? and how to break down the trouble spots in your game. We talk about:
Quote of the week: "Train like you've never won, Fence like you've never lost" Article of the week: Top 5 Jiu Jitsu Street Fight Moves [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Direct download: Epi2021120Autopsy20of20the20Unconscious20Grappler.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:00am CDT |
Mon, 23 October 2017
It is a honor to bring back BJJ black belt Andre "Tim" Monteiro. Andre is known for having a vast knowledge of the game, a killer half guard, and a overall nice guy. We talk about:
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Quote of the week: “It's always better to attack than to defend," Coram had told her when they talked about fencing late at night. "Always. Ye don't win with defense--ye only hold the other feller off, or wear him down. Attack and have done with it!” ― Tamora Pierce, Alanna: The First Adventure Article of the week: Saying “I do” to the Right BJJ School [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
The Life lesson this week was about making the most of a disappointing tournament. Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast
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Mon, 16 October 2017
This week we have an interview with Karel "Silver Fox" Pravec. Karel is a 3rd degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt under Renzo Gracie. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Personally I'm always ready to learn, although I do not always like being taught." Winston Churchill Article of the week: 5 sweet sour reasons to keep training [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Mon, 9 October 2017
This week we have an interview with one of Europe's top competitors Espen Mathiesen. In this interview Espen shares many training tips he has developed training in Norway. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "The young man knows the rules, but the old man knows the exceptions." Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. Article of the week: New Study Proves BJJ’s Effectiveness Against Stress [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast This is the second time we share a off the mat story this one is about Byron's dog with 3 legs. The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 2 October 2017
This week we interview BJJ purple belt Crystal Venessa "Little Monster" Demopoulos. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Do the difficult things while they are easy and do the great things while they are small. A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step." Lao Tzu Article of the week: Expanding your Jiu-Jitsu in a logical manner [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Mon, 25 September 2017
Is Brazilian Jiu-JItsu an art? This week on The BjjBrick Podcast we discuss if BJJ is an art. How can you add an element of art to your game? Is your game a paint by numbers style of jiu-jitsu or are you a ninja turtle level of artist? [caption id="attachment_4924" align="aligncenter" width="584"] And a happy little choke here[/caption] Quote of the week: "The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls" Pablo Picasso Article of the week: Can a Coach roll too much with the Students?? [caption id="attachment_3444" align="alignright" width="219"] Please check out this video if you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast.[/caption]
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Mon, 18 September 2017
Chelsah' is a brown belt under Rob Ables at Marcelo Garcia of Dallas. She shares some amazing stories in this interview. She also enjoys competing as much as she can and balancing her busy schedule. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Obstacles are things a person sees when he takes his eyes off his goal." E. Joseph Cossman Article of the week: Defend the Primary Threat [caption id="attachment_4888" align="alignright" width="225"] Find out how to support the BjjBrick Podcast here![/caption]
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Mon, 11 September 2017
Weston is 18 years old, he has lost 100lbs and it is fair to say BJJ has changed his life. He has been training for around three years in Jasper Alabama. We talk about:
Quote of the week: “There is still no cure for the common birthday.” John Glenn Article of the week: I think I suck at BJJ [caption id="attachment_3444" align="alignright" width="219"] Please check out this video if you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast.[/caption]
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Direct download: Epi2020420Weston20Roberts20Weight20Loss.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:00am CDT |
Mon, 4 September 2017
This week we have Mike Bidwell from BJJ after 40. We cover a huge range of topics in this show. We talk about:
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Quote of the week: "No greater thing is created suddenly, any more than a bunch of grapes or a fig. If you tell me that you desire a fig, I answer you that there must be time. Let it first blossom, then bear fruit, then ripen." Epictetus Article of the week: What you need to know when transitioning from the gi [caption id="attachment_3444" align="alignright" width="219"] Please check out this video if you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast.[/caption]
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Mon, 28 August 2017
We can learn lessons from anywhere and find ways to bring these lessons to BJJ. An easy cross over is MMA. This episode we will be applying MMA ideas to BJJ and BJJ ideas to MMA. BJJ learn from MMA
MMA learn from BJJ
Quote of the week: "Never pick a fight with an ugly person, they've got nothing to lose." Robin Williams Article of the week: 3 Michael Langhi's success rules Mat Tales 24 Bitter Pill to Swallow [caption id="attachment_3444" align="alignright" width="219"] Please check out this video if you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast.[/caption] Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod
Direct download: Epi2020220Lessons20from20MMA20and20BJJ.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:00am CDT |
Mon, 21 August 2017
This week we talk to Ricardo Almeida black belt Eddie Fyvie. Eddie is organizing an innovative tournament called the Rickson Gracie Cup. This tournament will feature both BJJ, self-defense, and a seminar by Rickson Gracie. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "You must not fight too often with one enemy, or you will teach him all your art of war." Napoleon Bonaparte Article of the week: Understand Where The Danger Is! And Don’t Be There! A special thank you to Berry White for making a brief appearance! [caption id="attachment_3444" align="alignright" width="219"] Please check out this video if you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast.[/caption]
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Mon, 14 August 2017
We are proud to reach episode 200. We could have not made it without great listeners and guests. At this landmark episode we are thrilled to bring you an interview with BJJ black belt Korbett Miller. Korbett is dedicated to helping schools grow and promoting BJJ to the next generation of grapplers. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: “Never let the fear of striking out get in your way.” Babe Ruth Article of the week: 5 Common Mistakes in Cutting Weight [caption id="attachment_3444" align="alignright" width="219"] Please check out this video if you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast.[/caption]
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Mon, 7 August 2017
Hanna and Venla are BJJ black belts currently in Sweden from Finland. They are both active competitors with busy schedules. Hanna is in med school, and Venla is a school teacher. Venla won worlds as a black belt in 2014 the same year she was awarded the rank of black belt. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "I wasn't naturally gifted in terms of size and speed; Everything I did in hokey I worked for, and that's the way i'll be as a coach" Wayne Gretzky Article of the week: Things to Remember When Learning Jiu Jitsu [caption id="attachment_3444" align="alignright" width="219"] Please check out this video if you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast.[/caption]
Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast Gary's audio book this week is called Biceps, Triceps, Quadriceps, Pentacepts" The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 31 July 2017
Your Habits on and off the mat can have a huge and lasting effect on your performance in BJJ. This episode we discuss some habits you might consider to help yourself become a better grappler. We talk about:
Quote of the week: “Without self-discipline, success is impossible, period.” Lou Holtz Article of the week: Why You’ll Quit Jiu-Jitsu: How to handle these pitfalls! Garys audio book is called "How to Butter Your Roll, Smooth Jiu-Jitsu" [caption id="attachment_3444" align="alignright" width="219"] Please check out this video if you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast.[/caption]
Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 24 July 2017
This week we have an interview with Travis Conley. Travis is very active competitor from Kansas City and has a BJJ black belt under Rentao Tavares. We talk about:
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Quote of the week: “To spend time is to pass it in a specified manner. To waste time is to expend it thoughtlessly or carelessly. We all have time to either spend or waste and it is our decision what to do with it. But once passed, it is gone forever.” Bruce Lee Article of the week: How to Care for your Grappler Mat Tales Episode 21 Bad Boy Shorts and Dad Bod [caption id="attachment_3444" align="alignright" width="219"] Please check out this video if you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast.[/caption]
Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 17 July 2017
Nathan Orchard is a Tenth Planet black belt under Eddie Bravo. You will find Nathan training in his gym in Portland Oregon. Nathan Orchard talks about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Practice makes permanent" Article of the week: BJJ Seminars…. get the most out of them Roll-a-Thon July 22 at Fox Fitness BJJ [caption id="attachment_3444" align="alignright" width="219"] Please check out this video if you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast.[/caption]
Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 10 July 2017
Leah Taylor is a BJJ black belt under Matt Thornton and Travis Davison training at Straight Blast Gym of Montana. Leah is a competitor and coach, she recently took bronze at her weight class at worlds. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "There is no such thing as a self-made man. You will reach your goals only with the help of others.” -- George Shinn Article of the week: Bronx teacher uses jiu-jitsu teachings to keep kids out of trouble [caption id="attachment_3444" align="alignright" width="219"] Please check out this video if you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast.[/caption]
Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 3 July 2017
This week we bring you an interview with one of the top fitness coaches in the world and Durty Dozen BJJ Black Belt Steve Maxwell. We talk about:
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Quote of the week: "The best teamwork comes from men who are working independently toward one goal in unison." James Cash Penney Article of the week: The five commandments of the underhook half guard Jaramie Parrish talks with us about a We Defy Foundation Roll-a-thon at Fox Fitness Gary's audio book is called "The Alligator tooth" [caption id="attachment_3444" align="alignright" width="219"] Please check out this video if you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast.[/caption]
The Movie Water Boy was referenced and Gary wanted this link. Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 26 June 2017
Take a proactive step and evaluate your Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu game. This can pay off huge in performance and enjoyment. Many people stress working hard and smart. Evaluating your game is a smart move toward future success. After all working really hard on all the wrong things is not an effective use of your blood, sweat, and tears. We talk about:
Quote of the week: "Just for today" series of quotes Article of the week: HOW TO MAKE A SEMINAR RAPIDLY IMPROVE YOUR BJJ [caption id="attachment_3444" align="alignright" width="219"] Please check out this video if you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast.[/caption]
Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod
Direct download: Epi2019320Evaluating20your20BJJ20game20for20better20results.mp3
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Mon, 19 June 2017
This week we bring back a listener favorite Roli Delgado. Roli has been a BJJ black belt for ten years. He runs a very successful school in Little Rock, and he is well known for his ability to perform and teach leg locks. Roli trains with GFteam and his coach is Denilson Pimenta. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Our Greatest Glory Is Not in Never Falling, But in Rising Every Time We Fall" Mr. Anonymous Article of the week: Three Types Of Students Instructors Can’t Stand by Mark Mullen Korbett's Kids Epi 4 Dealing with challenging students [caption id="attachment_3444" align="alignright" width="219"] Please check out this video if you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast.[/caption]
Gary talks about his new website BJJhammer.com and we start a odd word association game. Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 12 June 2017
This week we have an interview with Roger Gracie black belt Nic Gregoriades. Nic shares some of his amazing BJJ journey with us this week. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds that you plant" Robert Louis Stevenson Article of the week:We are joined this week for by the Author Miles Brown from Forge Fitness Studio in Wichita. Do ice baths work for recovery? Mat Tales 19: Legend Down Under Yoga for grapplers review https://youtu.be/84Kj-r1m8pg The Bring Your Dad to BJJ seminar is June 17 at fox fitness. [caption id="attachment_3444" align="alignright" width="219"] Please check out this video if you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast.[/caption] Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 5 June 2017
Elizabeth Clay is in the record books as the youngest person to qualify for ADCC. She trains in Anchorage Alaska at Legacy Jiu-Jitsu. She has been training since the age of twelve. We are excited to watch her compete in the 2017 ADCC. We talk about:
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Quote of the week: "Sometimes the smallest step in the right direction ends up being the biggest step of your life. Tip Toe if you must, but take a step." Naeem Callaway Article of the week: Why I Do Jiu-Jitsu by Joe Thomas The Referee Corner Part 5 Hand Signals Check out the Grappling Referee here June 17th is "Bring Your Dad to Jiu-Jitsu Day" Gary's audio book is called "tippy toe to a double leg" Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 29 May 2017
It is important to look at yourself and reflect about what attributes you have that can help you get better at BJJ. We look at Physical, Mental, and Situational advantages (Gifts) you have and how to get the most out of them. Some of the physical gifts we talk about:
Some of the mental gifts we talk about:
Some of the situational gifts we talk about:
Pranks pulled on Gary this week: The golden girls song around 57min when he is talking about how great a training partner Byron is. Gary was unaware of the gift image with Gary's face. Quote of the week: "Wouldn't it be great to be gifted? In fact.... It turns out that choices lead to habits. Habits become talents. Talents are labeled gifts. You're not born this way, you get this way." Seth Godin Article of the week: Visiting another school…. Getting the most out of a drop in We welcome new patreon supporters Mindy and Alexander Mat Tales 18 Hitting the Road for BJJ Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod
Direct download: Epi2018920Using20Your20Gifts20to20Get20Better20at20BJJ.mp3
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Mon, 22 May 2017
The List of people that have tapped out Marcelo Garcia is short but it includes Dustin Denes AKA Clean. Enjoy this weeks interview because it is going to be like nothing you have heard before. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "I only train on days ending in a Y." Neil Ohlenkamp Article of the week: Hey, Jiu-Jitsu Competitors, Stop Apologizing For Your Losses Gary's book this week is called "The Hair Lock" Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 15 May 2017
This week we have an interview with Greg Thompson. Greg is the creator of SOCP (Special Operations Combatives Program) www.socp.info. On March 23, 2010, SOCP became the first officially designated combatives program for all U.S. Army Special Operations Forces. ERB Codes: (SOCP I: BRT), (SOCP II: FBR) SOCP is now the standard program for fighting in kit. Greg is also training Federal and State Law Enforcement, FBI, ATF, Border Patrol and Special Contract Units. Continue reading about Greg Thompson here. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "No intelligent man has ever lost a fight to someone who said 'I'm gonna kick your ass" Rory Miller Article of the week: A Complete Victory by a 1% Margin Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 8 May 2017
This week we have an interview with Atos rising star Conner DeAngelis. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Number one is just to gain a passion for running. To love the morning, to love the trail, to love the pace on the track. And if some kid gets really good at it, that’s cool too.” Pat Tyson Article of the week: 7 Reasons Your Jiu-Jitsu Isn't Getting Better Gary talks about his book he is going to release called "Cooking the cauliflower ear with Mike Tyson" Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 1 May 2017
This week we have an interview with BJJ brown belt Sarah Draht. She has been training since 2005. She shares her wealth of experience in Muay Thai, BJJ and MMA. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "'Find a job you like, and you add five days to every week." H. Jackson Brown, Jr. Article of the week: Live Sparring/Free Rolling: Get more out of it than just a good fight Safe word of the week: Peanut butter Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 24 April 2017
This week we talk about an important and sometimes overlooked attribute to BJJ. The speed of the game may be something you use to your advantage or something that you are find yourself working to mitigate. We talk about:
Quote of the week: "Always do your best. What you plant now, you will harvest later." Article of the week: Positional Sparring: Getting the most out of it Korbett’s Kids Epi 3- Korbett Miller answers a question about kids and drilling. Check out Korbett’s website here for more info on developing a strong kids program at your academy. Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod
Direct download: Epi2018420The20Speed20of20Your20Jiujtisu.mp3
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Mon, 17 April 2017
This week we have an interview with Gina Franssen. Gina is Minnesota’s first female Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt. You can find her at her female focused gym X2 Fitness. We cover a wide range of topics in this interview. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: People seldom refuse help, if one offers it in the right way. A. C. Benson Article of the week: Drilling: How To Get the Most Out Of It The Referee Corner Epi 4: Why does the referee alter the gi? Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 10 April 2017
Dominique Bell is a brown belt training and teaching at Atos Jiujitsu HQ - San Diego. Dominique has been on fire on the mats and is definitely a person you should be watching. In his spare time he is the person behind BjjComics. We talk about:
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Article of the week: Competing in mid-adulthood: How to train to win after age 35 Quote of the week: "It is not sufficient to see and to know the beauty of a work. We must feel and be affected by it." Voltaire Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod
Direct download: Epi2018220Chokes20and20Jokes20with20Dominique20Bell.mp3
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Mon, 3 April 2017
This week we bring you an interview with Kim Pruyssers. Kim is a purple belt in BJJ, she recently placed silver at Pan Am. You can find Kim training at Pacific Top Team in Corona California. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "If your arm breaks do not stop, if your windpipe is crushed keep going, your knee gets destroyed, why stop. Always, always keep going forward. Your body will heal itself so no reason to slow down."-Jeffery Gloover Article of the week: 3 Tips To Improve Your Takedowns Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 27 March 2017
Are you a little (or a lot) older than most of your training partners? Today Gary and Byron speak from their experience and offer advice to the aging grapplers out their doing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Age is an issue of mind over matter. If you don't mind, it doesn't matter." Mark Twain Article of the week: Training Partners Trump All Byron pulls two pranks on Gary one that spans 5 episodes about Gary taking your back literally. The other is Byron saying song titles with the word time in them during the show. Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 20 March 2017
We are very excited to bring you an interview with a grappling legend. Pedro Sauer earned his Black Belt from Helio and Rickson Gracie in 1985. He now shares his over 40 years of experience on the mat. Joining the interview with Pedro Sauer is a past guest on The BjjBrick Podcast Brent Lillard.
We talk about:
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Quote of the week: "It's hard to beat a person who never gives up" Babe Ruth Article of the week: "The Worst Grappler on the Mat" Mat Tales 16 "Solo Club" Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 13 March 2017
This week we have an interview with Second Degree Ribeiro Black Belt Matt Jubera. He as won pan ams multiple times in different divisions. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week:This week we have three quotes presented by Neil Melanson.
Article of the week: Are You Doing the Right Things Before and After BJJ? Gary's audiobook is called "Iron Sharpens Iron, Just Like Gary Sharpens Byron" Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 6 March 2017
This week we are excited to bring you an interview with Neil Melanson. Neil is one of the top MMA coaches teaching grappling. Neil is the former Head Grappling coach at both Xtreme Couture Las Vegas and Alliance MMA you will now find him as Head Coach of The Blackzillians MMA Team. Neil has coached many fighters including Dominic Cruz, Randy Couture, and Michael Chandler. We talk about:
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Quote of the week: "To get better you have to step out of your comfort zone. You can't do the same things you've always done & improve." Jordan Burroughs Article of the week: There are Two Types of Coaches. Which are You? The Referee Corner Epi 3 Belts getting untied Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast https://youtu.be/2_IhNmr4pMI The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 27 February 2017
Today we are talking about mistakes made on the mat. We share some personal stories and things we have noticed. We talk about:
Quote of the week: “The best advice I was given if that if you want to succeed and you want to achieve, you have to learn how to handle failures.” Mike Scioscia, MLB champion manager Article of the week: Charismatic Leadership or Personality Cults in Jiu Jitsu: The Fine Line Between Respect and Worship Korbett's Kids Epi 1- Korbett Miller answers a question about kids training to compete. Check out Korbett's website here for more info on developing a strong kids program at your academy. Garys audio book is called "The Tool Basket for BJJ, Find the Right Tool for the Job" Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 20 February 2017
We are so happy to have Bernardo Faria as our guest on this week's episode. It has been a while since we have had him on the show, and we have some catching up to do. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Experience is one thing you can't get for nothing." Oscar Wilde Article of the week: 22 Off The Mat Habits That Will Improve Your On The Mat Performance Mat Tales #15 Mexican Standoff Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 13 February 2017
We are excited to bring you an interview with BJJ Black Belt Josh Hinger. Josh is a first degree black belt under Andre Galvao. Josh also recently won the Medium Heavy weight class at 2016 no-gi worlds. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Being angry and resentful of someone is like letting them live rent-free in your head." George Foreman Article of the week: No Time Machine ... Only Heating Seeking Missiles Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 6 February 2017
We are proud to have Larry Keith as the BjjBrick coach of the year. Larry has been training martial arts for around 35 years. Larry is a third degree black belt in Kodokan Judo and a brown belt in BJJ. He enjoys mixing throws with ending up in a dominant position. This is a great interivew with a outstanding person that we We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal; nothing on earth can help the man with the wrong mental attitude." Thomas Jefferson Lesson of the week: Dealing with traffic and taking a detour to still reach your goal. The Referee Corner “Epi 2 Sandbagging” starting at 1h33m Gary's audio book is called "rolling with ghost- breaking spirits instead of elbows" Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 30 January 2017
This week we have a HUGE episode. We take six well known and respected black belts and ask them all the same five questions about blue belts. There are some similarities and differences within these interviews but the amount of jiu-jitsu wisdom about blue belts in this episode is amazing. The five questions we asked to the six black belt guests
Tim Sledd 24m 25s
Matt Thornton 58m 30s
Bernardo Faria 1h 17m 30s
Daniel Covel 1h 25m 05s
Henry Akins 1h 42m 50s
John Will 1h 59m 30s
Mat Tales 14 Mouse in the House Quote of the week: "Do the difficult things while they are easy and do the great things while they are small. A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step." Lao Tzu Article of the week: Production Now and Production Long Term
Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 23 January 2017
Could one of the seven deadly sins be holding you back in BJJ? What we can learn from them to avoid problems on the mat. Today we break down how the deadly sins can be holding you back. The sins are; Pride, Envy, Gluttony, Lust, Anger, Greed, and Sloth. We talk about:
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Quote of the week: "Never settle" Dr. Jen Case Story of the week: How my dogs can drop everything at a moments notice and chase a squirrel, and how this can related to your BJJ training. If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here (Now with a $.50 option) The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast Mat tales epi 13 Coach Santa The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod
Direct download: Epi2017120Seven20deadly20sins20and20BJJ.mp3
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Mon, 16 January 2017
This week we bring you an interview with Dr. Jen Case. Dr. Case has a PhD in human nutrition, she studies nutrition and sport performance. Dr. Case is a black belt under Renato Tavares and she trains in Kansas City with Jason Bircher. We talk about:
Links: Kansas City BJJ Quote of the week: "We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit." Aristotle Article of the week: Meet the 5 worst enemies of the BJJ fighter We also debuted our new segment The Referee Corner "Epi 1 Most common mistake in BJJ" If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here (Now with a $.50 option) The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 9 January 2017
James Clingerman is a 3rd degree black belt in BJJ, and he has been teaching BJJ for almost 17 years. Along with running The Fight Hub he teaches in his academy in Indianapolis, Indiana. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: Top 25 Funny and Ridiculous Quotes in Sports Article of the week: All or nothing If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here (Now with a $.50 option) The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 2 January 2017
This week we are proud to bring you Korbett Miller. Today you will learn a lot about developing the next generation of BJJ practitioners. Miller is a first degree BJJ black belt under Saulo and Xande RIbeiro. This episode is a must listen for anyone involved with teaching BJJ to adults or kids. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Be at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and let every new year find you a better man." Benjamin Franklin We have the results of The BjjBrick Coach of the Year Contest. We are If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here (Now with a $.50 option) The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast Gary's audio book is called "How to sneak into the kids division and get gold or a cold" The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 26 December 2016
The last episode of 2016 for The BjjBrick Podcast. We take this time to reflect on the news and developments of the last year, and look forward to the next year. We recommend that you do the same. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Character is the ability to carry out a good resolution long after the excitement of the moment has passed." Cavett Robert Article of the week: BJJ Grips: Reevaluating Your Goals If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here (Now with a $.50 option) The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod
Direct download: Epi2016720Looking20back20at20201620and20forward20to202017.mp3
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Mon, 19 December 2016
This week we have an interview with 58 year old brown belt and competitor Glenn Jarrell. We have been wanting to get Glenn on the podcast for quite sometime, you will soon find out why as Glenn shares some of his story. We talk about:
Links: Glenn trans at Fox Fitness in Wichita Quote of the week: "A good hockey player plays here the puck is. A great hockey player plays where the puck is going to be." Wayne Gretzky Article of the week: 3 Fixes for sore fingers in bjj If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here (Now with a $.50 option) The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast Gary's audio book is about hockey fighting. The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 12 December 2016
This week we are excited to bring you an interview with Paul Schreiner. Paul is black belt under Claudio Franca, you will find him training at the Marcelo Garcia Academy in New York. Paul recently came out with a DVD called Precise Pressure Passing. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: “When everything seem to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it ....” Henry Ford Article of the week: Yes, You CAN Keep Training When You’re Injured… If You Do It Right If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here (Now with a $.50 option) The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast Mat Tales 12 "Kids Drop In" The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 5 December 2016
This week we interview four people who won IBJJF worlds as a white belt. This is a great way to find out how some people are finding competition success early on in their BJJ career. Janine Mutton (20m 40s)- Middle From Action & Reaction Mixed Martial Arts Toronto. Janine started BJJ with no background in martial arts. She quickly found a passion for being on the mat and training hard. Janine talks about:
Maui Lacaze (39m 56s)- Light Feather From GF Team. You will find Maui training at Millenium. Maui was able to submit all his opponents at worlds. Maui talks about:
Gabriela Lembcke (45m 40s)- Rooster From Alliance. You can find Gaby training at Snow MMA. She credits some of her early success to wrestling and having a great BJJ team. You can watch a video of Gaby's match in the finals here.
George Mandujano (57m 15s)- Ultra Heavy From Ribeiro Jiu-Jitsu. George trains at Ralph's House Fight Gym.
Quote of the week: "Always do sober what you said you'd do drunk. This will teach you to keep your mouth shut." -Ernest Hemingway Article of the week: Why Everyone Should Lift Heavy If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here (Now with a $.50 option) The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Mat Tales 11 Not a Hero Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod
Direct download: Epi2016420White20Belt20World20Champs.mp3
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Mon, 28 November 2016
We are excited to talk about this great training method for everyone from white belt to black. This can be a way to quickly help you develop and find the best techniques for your game. W e talk about:
Quote of the week: "No pain no gain" presented by Rodrigo Pinheiro Article of the week: How to Train When You Have No Time If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here (Now with a $.50 option) The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast Mat Tales Episode 10 "K-Fed of MMA" Gary is also able to demostrate his rap skills at the end of the show. The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod
Direct download: Epi2016320Two20Moves20From20Each20Position.mp3
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Mon, 21 November 2016
This week we have an interview with Rodrigo Pinheiro. Pinheiro is a 4th Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu he has been training BJJ for 27 years and MMA for about 10 years. He is currently running martial arts school in San Antonio, Texas. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "There's two types of people in this world: Those who are humble and those who are about to be" presented by Alex Ecklin Article of the week: Half guard history and it’s most used variations If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here (Now with a $.50 option) The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 14 November 2016
We have an interesting interview this week with Alex Ecklin. Alex is a high level black competitive black belt and he has recently opened his own BJJ school with a unique concept. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goals." Henry Ford Article of the week:The Top 3 Reasons to Sign Your Kids Up for BJJ If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here (Now with a $.50 option) The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Learn more about "The BjjBrick Coach of the Year" contest This episode features Mat Tales Episode 8 "Tube Sock" Byron also pulled off a prank on Gary involving a confusing quote of the week Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 7 November 2016
We hare happy to bring you an interview this week with brown belt Hope Uzcategui. Hope is a two time IBJJF World Champion (2011 white belt, 2014 purple belt). She is also a manager and instructor at Alliance Fitness Center in Wilmington, North Carolina. We talk about:
Links: Article of the week: Leverage Quote of the week: Trying to model expert behavior without walking in the experts footsteps almost certainly guarantees a poor result" John Will Details for the coach of the year contest If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast Gary's audio book this week is called "Leverage, How I have Leveraged My Awkwardness to My Advantage" The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 31 October 2016
This week we are breaking down the topic of, when is something wrong to do? When is it okay? When is it in a grey area? We talk about:
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Quote of the week: "To acquire knowledge, one must study; but to acquire wisdom, one must observe" Marilyn vos Savant Article of the week: 9 Things I Learned in my First Year of Jiu Jitsu Mat Tales 7 The Triple Lindy If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here (Now with a $.50 option) The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 24 October 2016
This week we bring you an interview with BJJ black belt & referee David Karchmer. Over the last eight years David has officiated more than 3,000 gi and no-gi matches. It is great to share with you this conversation with such an experienced Referee. We talk about:
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Quote of the week: "It annoys me when people who don't know what they're talking about boo the referee." Jonah Lomu Article of the week: Stop Warming Up, Start Learning Up If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast Gary talks about his audio book "Red Card and Red Crotch- How I Got Kicked Out of Professional Sports" The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 17 October 2016
This week we are joined by the Jiu-Jitsu Medic Peter Daniel. Peter is third year medical student at University of Singapore. When he is not studying for school he is a blue belt training at Impact MMA. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "I believe that the greatest gift you can give your family and the world is a healthy you." Joyce Meyer Article of the week: Journal Your Training and Journey Details for our coach of the year contest If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast Gary's audio book this week is called "Tapping out jock itch, how my life long battle has played out." The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod
Direct download: Epi2015720Peter20Daniel20Jiujitsu20Medic.mp3
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Mon, 10 October 2016
This week we are excited to bring you an interview with Andy Pi. Andy is a pioneer in bringing jiu-jitsu to China. He also won the first televised MMA fight in China. There is a lot of ground covered in this interview as we talk about jiu-jtisu in China. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Friendship.. is not something you learn in school. But if you haven't learned the meaning of friendship, you really haven't learned anything." Muhammad Ali Article of the week: On the Meaning of a Belt Gary tells us about his book he is working on called "The Jiu-Jitsu Guide to Halloween" We are also looking for submissions for coach of the year. Send your essay about what makes your coach great to BjjBrick@gmail.com If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 3 October 2016
This week we bring you a special interview with one of our most popular past guests Matt Thornton. This interview has a central focus on self-defense and real world violence. Not only is Matt a BJJ black belt and a world class coach, he also has extensive knowledge about what BJJ can do for you in a life and death struggle. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "A wise man can learn more from a foolish question than a fool can learn for a wise answer." Bruce lee Article of the week: How I progressed at BJJ going to class 6 or 7 times a month We also have Mat Tales Epi 6- Oscar the Cat, and we are looking for essay submissions for coach of the year. If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 26 September 2016
This week we are talking about scrambling. We want to give some tips and help bring order to this potentially chaotic situation. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Art, in itself, is an attempt to bring order out of chaos." Stephen Soundheim Article of the week: Something You Need to Know About the BJJ Gauntlet If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast Gary's audio book this week is "The Scramble, What Fighters Eat For Breakfast" The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 19 September 2016
This week we bring you an interview with rising no-gi star Nicky Ryan. You will find 15 year old Ryan training with John Danaher, Eddie Cummings, Garry Tonon, and his brother Gordon Ryan. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Fall down 7 times get up 8" Japanese Proverb Presented by Dainis Nguyen Article of the week: The Ultimate Micro Game If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 12 September 2016
This week we bring you an interview with double Black Belt Dainis Nguyen. Dainis started judo as a kid and eventually moved to BJJ. He is an active competitor in BJJ both gi and no-gi, with many exciting matches under his belt. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "There is little success where there is little laughter" Andrew Carnegie Article of the week: 10 Ways to Improve Your BJJ While Off the Mats If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast This week Byron is working on an audio book called "How I Submit People On The Mat With Laughter" The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 5 September 2016
This week we bring you an interview with BJJ Black Belt Steven Patterson. Steven is training under Comprido, and he is a 14X Chicago Open Champion and he took 2nd at no-gi Worlds. We have a great conversation about training, competing, and teaching. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading." Lao Tzu Article of the week: Sharpening the Ax If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Gary's audio book this week is called "story time with Gary, time to sleep" Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 29 August 2016
This week we have a important topic about bringing a friend to BJJ class. When you bring a friend you want them to have a good exposure to the martial art. This episode we have lots of tips about bringing a friend to their first BJJ class. We talk about:
Quote of the week: "Death is certain life is not" presented by Brent Lillard Article of the week: How Do You Measure Progress? If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast Gary's audio book this week is called "measuring up your submissions, Subs for people who are over 7 ft tall" |
Mon, 22 August 2016
Brent Lillard is a brown belt that confounded a business called Govsmart in 2010, selling IT products to the government. Govsmart is a 69 million dollar business and was listed as number 20 on the Forbes list of America's Most Promising Companies. Brent credits much of culture of his business and the team to the fact that many of them train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Correction does much, but encouragement does more." Article of the week: 5 lessons to learn as a white belt that will be worth for your entire Jiu-Jitsu journey If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast We also have Episode 4 of Mat Tales "January" The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 15 August 2016
This week we bring you an interview with Jonathan Uzcategui. Jonathan is a great coach and competitor. We are excited to bring you an interview with him covering a wide range of topics. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Trust in god" and believe in your self, have faith in your self, and work really really hard" Tom Deblass Article of the week: Five things every new/visiting student should receive on their first visit to your gym If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast Gary's book this week is called "Foot in Mouth, the Unknown Move Called the Dentist" The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 8 August 2016
This week we bring you an interview with coach and competitor Tom DeBlass. Tom has been a black belt for 9 years, and competed of many stages. In fifteen years of competition he has given up less than 12 points, and he has never had his guard passed to side control. Tom is not just know for his competitive background and personality, he is also know for being a world class coach. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Sometimes life's going to hit you in the head with a brick. Don't lose faith." Steve Jobs Article of the week: Baby, Don’t Hurt Me by Marshal Carper If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Gary's audio book this week is "Hot Mats Cool Rash Guards- Gary's guide to summer grappling" Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 1 August 2016
This week we talk to Shawn Kitzman. Shawn will help to keep you on the mat longer and moving better. He works with a large variety of athletes and he enjoys traning BJJ. We are happy to have him share some of his knowledge and help everyone deal with the problems that our bodies can give us. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work." Thomas Edison Article of the week: 5 MISTAKES YOU ARE DOING IN TRAINING If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast Gary's audio book this week is called "Overalls and Underhooks- The Hillbillies Guide to Grappling" The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 25 July 2016
This week we bring you an exciting interview with Daniel Strauss also know as "The Raspberry Ape". Daniel is one of the top European grapplers, focusing mostly on no-gi. Daniel is a black belt training under Roger Gracie and Nick Brooks. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Small changes can make a big difference" Article of the week: Samurai Business Man Destroys Competition By Training Employees In BJJ If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Also we have episode 3 of mat tales called "bad camera work" Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 18 July 2016
This week we bring you an amazing story from Shannon Kitchen. Shannon is a blue belt training in Kentucky under Relson Gracie. Shannon has a spinal cord injury leaving him paralyzed from the bellybutton down, and he is legally blind. This interview will leave you motivated to keep training and enjoying the process. We talk about:
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Quote of the week: "A lot of my intensity in wrestling was due to my mental preparation before the matches. I got myself into a different world." Dan Gable Article of the week: Roll Longer As A BJJ White Belt With These Simple Tips If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help In this episode we also have episode 2 of mat tales "Brown Gi Pants" Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 11 July 2016
This week we bring you an interview with Alan Shebaro. Alan is a 3rd degree Black Belt under Carlos Machado. Not only does he have a Black Belt in BJJ he also has a long list of experience in the military. We talk about:
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Quote of the week: "Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others." Marianne Williamson Shared by Kristina Barlaan Article of the week: Confessions of a hobbyist black belt Gary and Byron also talk about putting a blue stripe on your BJJ belt as a sign to support law enforcement. If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |
Mon, 4 July 2016
This week we bring part 2 of our interview with BJJ black belt Kristina Barlaan. Kristina is a top level black belt competitor under Caio Terra. She recently took silver at worlds her first year in the black belt division. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn." Benjamin Franklin Article of the week: "How to train and adult at the same time" If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help Gary tells us about his upcoming audio book about BJJ and Tap dancing. Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod
Direct download: Epi2014220Kristina20Barlaan20Part202.mp3
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Mon, 27 June 2016
This week we bring you an interview from BJJ black belt Kristina Barlaan. Kristina is a top level black belt competitor under Caio Terra. She recently took silver at worlds her first year in the black belt division. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "Jiu-Jitsu is easy, it is the people that make it hard" presented by Ricardo Tubbs Article of the week: Park and Roll If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here The BjjBrick Wall of Support is being constructed and you can help This episode also contains Mat Tales Epi 1 "Locked Up" Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod
Direct download: Epi2014120Kristina20Barlaan20Part201.mp3
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Mon, 20 June 2016
The week we bring you an interview with BJJ black belt Ricardo Tubbs. Ricardo is a black belt under Master Ricardo Cavalcanti, he is also the owner of Da Firma Kimono Company. We talk about:
Links: Quote of the week: "He who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life" Muhammad Ali Article of the week: Purple Belt a.k.a. "The Rolling Belt" If you are interested in supporting The BjjBrick Podcast find out how here This episode also has a movie breakdown of Napoleon Dynamite on a bike ramp and Gary talks about his book "Rolling In The Living Room: The Futon submission" Catch us next week for another episode of The BjjBrick Podcast The BjjBrick Podcast is in iTunes, Stitcher radio, and Google Play Music for Andriod |