THE JIU JITSU TAPES
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THE JIU JITSU TAPES
Messages from martial artists. Season two of the Shoyoroll podcast. (562) 999-1722.
Episode të Fundit
36 episode
10. Rule Changes
Save jiu jitsu. Featuring Marcus 'Buchecha' Almeida and messages from The Jiu Jitsu Tapes answering machine.
9. Mat Etiquette
Do you know the unsaid rules of the gym? Featuring Kenny Florian, Alan "Finfou" Nascimento, and more.
8. Creonte
Is it taboo to train at another school? Featuring (in order of appearance) Spencer Pratt, Heath Pedigo, Mikey Musumeci, and messages from The Jiu Jits...
7. I Moved to Mexico
A jiu-jitsu adventure across the republic to the south. Featuring Jason Cox.
4. Spirit of Change
Shake off those demons. Featuring (in order of appearance) Gezary Matuda, Emily Kwok, and Ro ‘The Show’ Malabanan.
6. Daisy in the Mud
The long lost prince of BJJ finds himself at a Kendo match in Japan. Featuring narration and original music by Ralek Gracie.
3. Stinky Gi Guy
There's always one. Featuring (in order of appearance) Andre Vaughan, Dennis Asche, Caleb Khan, and Emily Kwok.
2. Mat Enforcer
Keeping the peace. Featuring (in order of appearance) Jared Weiner, Matt Darcy, PJ O’Sullivan, Marcos Torregrosa, and Caleb Khan.
1. Sea of Blue Belts
What does it mean to be a blue belt? Featuring (in order of appearance) Riccardo Ammendolia, Luis ‘Limao’ Heredia, Ron Manes, Emily Kwok, Jared Weiner...
Fashion and Jiu-Jitsu with Masafumi 'Bebe' Watanabe
Tokyo fashion and streetwear standout Masafumi 'Bebe' Watanabe talks about his passion for jiu-jitsu, his brand Bedwin and the Heartbreakers, and prov...
Scott Caan's Jiu-Jitsu Journey
Actor Scott Caan talks about learning jiu-jitsu in Los Angeles in the mid-90s, how he loves that one in BJJ cares he's an A-list celebrity, the pros...
Grassroots American Jiu-Jitsu with Heath Pedigo
The coach of one of the most exciting new jiu-jitsu academies, Daisy Fresh, tells us the story behind the unique team name, his emphasis on work-ethic...
Ralek Gracie on Tradition and Transformation
We catch up with the elusive Ralek Gracie to talk about everything from growing up with the most famous last name in martial arts, what it felt like t...
From Jiu-Jitsu to Reality TV with Spencer Pratt
Legendary Reality TV super-villian Spencer Pratt talks about his lifetime relationship with jiu-jitsu, training in his loft above Skid Row, getting an...
Joel Tudor on Jiu-Jitsu Style and Culture
'Bear' visits surf icon and jiu-jitsu world champion Joel Tudor at his academy Surffight in Del Mar, California to talk about the connection between s...
Photography with Kenneth Cappello
Renowned fashion and music photographer Kenneth Cappello finally tells the story behind his mysterious Laurel Canyon Fight Club, gives away some of th...
Mastering Your Higher Self with Stefan Kocev
Black belt Stefan Kocev talks about the early days of Rickson Gracie jiu jitsu in Los Angeles, his journey as a photographer, and how he uses the heal...
Buchecha on Pan Ams and Heel Hooks
The legendary Marcus 'Buchecha' Almeida breaks down his day-to-day routine, his thoughts on the recent Pan Ams, and the inclusion of heel hooks in the...
Art with Gardar Eide Einarsson
Norwegian-born artist Gardar Eide Einarsson calls in from his home in Tokyo to talk about how his work as a fine artist connects with his personality...
Lupe Fiasco on His Martial Arts Legacy
Hip hop legend Lupe Fiasco talks about growing up in his father Gregory Jaco's dojo on the South Side of Chicago, and how he's realized that rap was j...
Fighting for Social Justice with Tyrone Glover
OG West Coast blackbelt Tyrone Glover talks about the good ol' days of competitive grappling, his career as an attorney focused on civil rights, and h...
The Gardening Gi with Carlos Morera
Carlos Morera, cofounder of The Cactus Store, talks about the inspiration and process behind The Gardening Gi—a special project we did together, getti...
Breaking Out of the BJJ Bubble with Gezary Matuda
We talk to 3x World Champion Gezary Matuda about the challenges of building a career in jiu jitsu, and her goal of bringing more women to the sport.
Getting to Know Marcelo Garcia
We asked the Greatest Of All Time about his life off the mat, being a good human being, and his return as a competitor.
Old Man Jiu-Jitsu with Leo Vieira
We visit Checkmat HQ in Long Beach, California, to check in with one of the most progressive and influential jiu-jitsu competitors ever—our friend Leo...
Performance Training with David Alexander
One of the best sports performance trainers in the world, David Alexander, talks about training today's top pro athletes, his own journey in hard-nose...
Immigration Law for BJJ Athletes with Richard Wilner
Ever wonder why there are so many immigration law firms advertising at jiu-jitsu tournaments? We talk to Richard Wilner, from Wilner & O'Reilly, about...
Brazilian Culture with Chef Alex Atala
We talk to South America's most iconic chef (and jiu-jitsu player) about bringing Brazilian cuisine to the world's stage - all while protecting its en...
BJJ Myth-Busting with Robert Drysdale
One of the most accomplished American grapplers of his generation, Robert Drysdale talks about his upcoming documentary revealing the real history of...
Filmmaking and Jiu-Jitsu with Riley Stearns
Film director Riley Stearns talks about his recent film The Art of Self Defense, being an avid jiu-jitsu competitor, and what he draws creatively from...
The Martial Spirit with Kenny Florian
UFC veteran, commentator, and gym-owner Kenny Florian discusses the challenges jiu-jitsu gyms are facing , and what the future may hold for academies...
The Future of Jiu-Jitsu with Mikey Musumeci
4x Black Belt World Champion, and self-described "super nerd," Mikey Musumeci talks about his current training regime, and the future of competitive B...
Inclusion in BJJ with Emily Kwok & Dominyka Obelenyte
Legendary jiu-jitsu pioneer Emily Kwok and millennial world-champion Dominyka Obelenyte talk about the cultural and social issues within the grappling...
Transformation of Youth with Kade and Tye Ruotolo
Can't fight against the youth! 'Bear' checks in with BJJ twin phenoms 'The Ruotolo Brothers.'
Evolving as a Fighter with Ryan Hall
A conversation with one of the greatest minds in grappling and mixed martial arts, Ryan Hall.