That Jiu Jitsu Podcast

That Jiu Jitsu Podcast

Your favorite Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Podcast.

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January 29, 2025 36 mins

Amanda Mazza has competed on Fury Pro Grappling as well as the UFC Fight Pass Invitational. She joins me to discuss going all in on her jiu jitsu career.
Make sure you follow amanda on Instagram

Click here to check out saunas from Sweat Tent and use code "Justin" for $100 of your order.
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To make your holiday BJJ shopping easier I've linked everything I talked about in the video right here for you.
Click here to check out saunas from Sweat Tent and use code "Justin" for $100 of your order.
If you're looking for Gis or rashguards visit Epic Roll or Choke Lab
The rest of what I discussed can be found in one convenient spot for you.


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November 29, 2024 11 mins

Jiu Jitsu competition can be intimidating. Here are some tips to help you prepare to compete.
You can watch the video of my match that I mentioned by Clicking Here.

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September 16, 2024 51 mins

Evandro Nunes is a former Gracie University instructor who recently made headlines by burning his black belt.
Evandro wants to take a stand against the wrongs he sees in jiu jitsu.

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Today I'm joined by Andrew Romano, a brand new jiu jitsu white belt.
He's here to ask me all of the questions he has about getting started in jiu jitsu.
Make sure you check out Andrew's podcast Another Creative Artist Podcast, which is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. 

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Craig Jones is on a mission to take down ADCC with his Craig Jones Invitiational.
I give you my thoughts on the whole issue and why I think the CJI is good for jiu jitsu.

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March 18, 2024 35 mins

I'm joined today by Alex Wendling. She is a commentator for Combate Global, she is a bjj competitor, and she has a YouTube page with over a million views where she posts event recaps, rolling commentary, fighter interviews, and more.
We talked about commentary, whether or not social media is a good thing, and the future of the PGF.
Check out Alex on YouTube
You can also follow her on Instagram and on TikTok

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You can learn more about Sweat Tent by clicking here.
Thanks to Zach Rowland from Sweat Tent for joining me to discuss the health and performance benefits of sauna use.

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February 7, 2024 21 mins

"Jiu Jitsu is for everyone" isn't a cliche, it's the truth. 
Joining me today is Jacob Zalewski, who was born with cerebral palsy and still trains Jiu Jitsu. Also joining us is Catherine Murray, OTR, MOT, Rehabilitation Manager for TIRR Memorial Hermann.
Jacob and Catherine recently put on an adapted BJJ event for people with disabilities.   If you'd like to get involved you can visit 1SCF.org You...

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February 5, 2024 28 mins

Jason Rau is one of the best grapplers in the world.
He joined me to talk about steroids in jiu jitsu, ADCC, Instagram fame, and running his own jiu jitsu school.
You can follow Jason Rau on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/JasonRauBJJ89

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When I have a strength and conditioning question I always ask THE BJJ Strength Coach, Joshua Settlage, for advice.
He joins the show to talk about the right way to add strength and he helps me plan my strength training for my next fight.
You can learn from Josh as well by visiting The Strength Matrix
You can follow Josh on Instagram as well.

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Matt Wahlstrom from Epic Roll joins the show the discuss building a jiu jitsu brand, how business lessons can impact your jiu jitsu, and staying ahead of the curve.

Give Epic Roll a follow on Instagram and check out their Website - use code “Podcast15” for 15% off your order
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Conor McGregor has a new documentary out now on Netflix.
Is it worth your time? Should you watch? Is the whole thing a commercial for Conor McGregor?
Here are my thoughts.

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April 28, 2023 34 mins

Brandon Mccaghren Is Having the Most Fun in Jiu Jitsu.
You can see more on  his YouTube channel and you can follow him on Instagram.

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There are lots of ways to tell you are at a BAD jiu jitsu school, but how can you tell if you're at a GREAT jiu jitsu school?
Here are 10 good things to look for.

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Here is how you can go from complete novice to pro fighter.
Just follow my lead.

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Gordon Ryan and Nicky Rod are having a very public feud.
But is this good for jiu jitsu?

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Everyone experiences training plateaus.
Here's how to beat them.

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FloGrappling recently lost a few big components of it's content platform BUT they also signed Gordon Ryan to a massive contract.
Is FloGrappling on the decline?

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Don't let RED-S ruin your performance.
Here's how you can understand and prevent it.

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