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Scott and Mike share their journey through Jiu-Jitsu with the listeners. With nearly 40 years of grappling experience between them, they look to save others time and streamline your training through their experiences, discoveries, and personal struggles. They cover such topics as training, gym culture, competition, Jiu-Jitsu concepts, and more!
Their combined decades of experience in the Jiu-jitsu space, along with expert guests, leads to strong debates and conversations with the goal of assisting the listener in their jiu-jitsu journey.
Enjoy the show and streamline your training!
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The Wild World of Jiu-Jitsu Content: Gimmicks, Instruction and Business (Episode 88)
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Nov 10, 2026 |
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Level Up Your Jiu-Jitsu: Jared McLeod author of The Game of Jiu-Jitsu (Episode 87)
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Nov 03, 2026 |
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Don't Rush the Grind: Sustainable Training for New Grapplers (Episode 86)
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Oct 27, 2026 |
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Playing the Game Within the Game: How New Students Can "Win" at Jiu-Jitsu (Episode 85)
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Oct 20, 2026 |
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Coaching the Heart: Managing Athlete Expectations After a Loss (Episode 84)
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Oct 13, 2026 |
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From Prestige to Paychecks: How Pro Grappling Is Changing Fast (Episode 83)
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Oct 06, 2026 |
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Constructing a Curriculum Pt 2: Designing Jiu-Jitsu Training Blocks (Episode 82)
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Sep 29, 2026 |
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Constructing a Curriculum Pt 1: How Coaches Build Winning Jiu-Jitsu Drills (Episode 81)
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Sep 22, 2026 |
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ADCC Brawl: A Discussion on Sportsmanship and Grappling (Episode 80)
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Sep 15, 2026 |
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When the Jiu-Jitsu Galaxy Turns Dark: Scandals, Steroids & Sith Lords (Episode 79)
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Sep 08, 2026 |
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Menagerie on the Mats pt 2: Steroid Guys, Substitute Teachers & Gym Characters (episode 78)
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Sep 01, 2026 |
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Bringing the Blue Belt Energy: Jonah Hill, Ego, and Jiu-Jitsu Culture (episode 77)
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Aug 25, 2026 |
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The Menagerie on the Mats: The Wild Characters of Jiu-Jitsu in Every Gym Pt 1 (Episode 76)
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Aug 18, 2026 |
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Comfort Is the Enemy: Embrace the Suck to Level Up Your Jiu-Jitsu (Episode 75)
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Aug 11, 2026 |
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How Gyms Grow: Memberships, Marketing & Community with Jon Klem (Episode 74)
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Aug 04, 2026 |
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The Coach’s Playbook: Takedowns, Scenarios, and Reviewing Tournament Lessons (Episode 73)
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Jul 28, 2026 |
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When You Are Alone on the Mat: Conquering Competition Nerves (Episode 72)
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Jul 21, 2026 |
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Battle Buddies: How Gym Rivalries Make You Better at Jiu-Jitsu plus, a House Party Rumble (Episode 71)
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Jul 14, 2026 |
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Why Does BJJ Look Down on Hobbyists? (And Why We Shouldn't) A Brutally Honest Talk (Episode 70)
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Jul 07, 2026 |
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The Gym Goers Guide to Building a BJJ Community (Episode 69)
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Jun 30, 2026 |
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The Fighters Drinking Coffee Podcast: Streamline your Jiu-Jitsu Training from Our Experiences (Episode 0)
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Jun 29, 2026 |
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Playtime to Go Time: Flipping the Competition Switch (Episode 68)
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Jun 23, 2026 |
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Renew Your Vows to Jiu-Jitsu: Friction, Burnout, and the Comeback (Episode 67)
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Jun 16, 2026 |
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Check Your Ego: Learn from Everyone on the Mat + A New Segment Debut (Episode 66)
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Jun 09, 2026 |
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Why You Keep Training: Finding Your 'Why' in Jiu-Jitsu (Episode 65)
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Jun 02, 2026 |
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Reset, Reframe, Repeat: How to Overcome Jiu-Jitsu Plateaus and Train Smarter (Episode 64)
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May 26, 2026 |
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Discipline or Obsession: The Fine Line We Walk in Jiu Jitsu Training and Competition (Episode 63)
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May 19, 2026 |
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BJJ’s Dark Moment: Abuse Allegations, Power & Accountability (Episode 62)
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May 12, 2026 |
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Welcoming Women on the Mats: Gym Culture, Safety, and How to be a Better Training Partner (Episode 61)
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May 05, 2026 |
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Chicago Open Recap: Medals, Grub & Deep-Dish Debriefs (Episode 60)
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Apr 28, 2026 |
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Don’t Try New Shit: Road Rules for Competing, Snacking, and Staying On-Weight (Episode 59)
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Apr 21, 2026 |
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New at the Gym? Fit In, Avoid Injury, and Stick with Jiu-Jitsu (Episode 58)
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Apr 14, 2026 |
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Fighting, Food and a New Sleep Supplement: David Bergida (Episode 57)
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Apr 07, 2026 |
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The Fighters Drinking Coffee Rules of the Road (Episode 56)
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Mar 31, 2026 |
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Tales from the Road: Dallas Day 1 Post-Mortem (Episode 55)
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Mar 24, 2026 |
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Is Sandbagging Cowardly, or Do You Just Suck? (Episode 54)
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Mar 17, 2026 |
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Fighters Drinking Coffee Turns One...Again! (Episode 53)
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Mar 10, 2026 |
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The Mental Side of Jiu Jitsu with Big John Christian, PsyD (Episode 52)
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Mar 03, 2026 |
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The Jiu-Jitsu Fix — Highs, Burnout, and Why We Keep Coming Back (Episode 51)
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Feb 24, 2026 |
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Did You Join a Jiu-Jitsu Cult? Red, Yellow, and Green Flags (Episode 50)
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Feb 17, 2026 |
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Nakapan Phungeforn: Jiu-Jitsu, Judo & the Dark Side (Episode 49)
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Feb 10, 2026 |
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Chatting with Internet Sensation Adam Forster of 40 Licks Jiu Jitsu (Episode 48)
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Feb 03, 2026 |
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Tim Dawson: Jiu-Jitsu, Conspiracies & Culture (Episode 47)
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Jan 27, 2026 |
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Is Jiu-Jitsu Pop-Culture Star Wars, and Does It Take Itself Too Seriously? (Episode 46)
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Jan 20, 2026 |
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Jiu-Jitsu as Jazz: Finding Creativity Between the Moves (Episode 45)
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Jan 13, 2026 |
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New Year, New Game: Jiu-Jitsu Resolutions & Competition Plans (Episode 44)
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Jan 06, 2026 |
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2025 Year End Review: How to Analyze Your Jiu Jitsu Year and Track Success (Episode 43)
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Dec 30, 2025 |
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Worlds 2025 Recap: Bracket Busting Highlights (Episode 42)
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Dec 16, 2025 |
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How Wrestling’s Spectacle Can Supercharge Jiu-Jitsu w/ Raf Esparza of The Grappling Hour (Episode 41)
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Dec 09, 2025 |
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Tapped Out? Smart Strategies to Stay on the Mat After Injury (Episode 40)
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Dec 02, 2025 |
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Fury Champion Sam Kilmer: Road to the UFC Begins Dec. 14 (Episode 39)
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Nov 25, 2025 |
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The Blue Belt Blues: Why You Suddenly Suck After a Promotion (Episode 38)
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Nov 18, 2025 |
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Tap Early, Learn Fast — White Belt Mentality & Survival Tips (Episode 37)
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Nov 11, 2025 |
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Unbreakable Women’s Grappling Camp — Strength, Sisterhood, and Jiu-Jitsu (Episode 36)
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Nov 04, 2025 |
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Movember Super Fights: Takedowns & Raising Awareness for Men's Health (Episode 35)
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Oct 28, 2025 |
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London Calling: Redemption after Disappointment (Episode 34)
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Oct 21, 2025 |
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Size Isn't Everything — Mindset and Tactics for Overcoming Size Differences (Episode 33)
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Oct 14, 2025 |
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Fighters Drinking Whiskey with Will Bullock pt 2 (Episode 32)
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Oct 07, 2025 |
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Sitting down with Will Bullock of the Dreams Not Fame Podcast pt 1 (Episode 31)
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Sep 30, 2025 |
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Pit Tested: First Super Fights in the NGA Pit (Episode 30)
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Sep 23, 2025 |
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Pedagogy on the Mat: Building Classes, Coaches, and Jiu-Jitsu Games (Episode 29)
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Sep 16, 2025 |
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Undefeated Run: AndyGames' Rise from White‑Collar Fights to Champion (Episode 28)
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Sep 09, 2025 |
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Quintet Chaos: Sub Controversies, UFC Deals & Australasia’s Dark Horse (Episode 27)
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Sep 02, 2025 |
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Dimitri Chrisos, Organizer of the Copa Virginia Tournament Series (Episode 26)
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Aug 26, 2025 |
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Recent Events, Big Money and Taking Jiu-Jitsu Mainstream (Episode 25)
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Aug 19, 2025 |
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The Balancing Act of Life and Jiu Jitsu (Episode 24)
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Aug 12, 2025 |
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The Jiu Jitsu Cowboy: Caleb Knepley of High Noon and Lariat Jiu-Jitsu (Episode 23)
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Aug 05, 2025 |
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Navigating Success in Competitions and Weight Cuts (Episode 22)
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Jul 29, 2025 |
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Finding Community and Strength through Jiu-Jitsu with Alex Garipay (Episode 21)
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Jul 22, 2025 |
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Setting Micro-goals, Burnout and Resourcefulness w/ The Strong AF Club (Episode 20)
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Jul 15, 2025 |
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From Mat to Mindset: The True Game of Jiu-Jitsu (Episode 19)
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Jul 08, 2025 |
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The Origins of Fighters Drinking Coffee: A Blend of People, Places, and Passion (Episode 18)
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Jul 01, 2025 |
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Crafting Your Jiu-Jitsu Style Around Your Limitations ft RJ Nealon (Episode 17)
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Jun 24, 2025 |
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Behind the Grind: Passion, Coaching, and the Making of Champions w/ The Strong AF Club (Episode 16)
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Jun 17, 2025 |
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To Adapt and Overcome: The RJ Nealon Story (Episode 15)
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Jun 10, 2025 |
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To Gi or Not to Gi: Navigating Competition Choices (Episode 14)
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Jun 03, 2025 |
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The Journey from Student to Teacher: Learning While You Teach (Episode 13)
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May 27, 2025 |
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From Fat to Fighter: Khaldon Roukie's MMA Journey (Episode 12)
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May 20, 2025 |
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The Writer and the Fighter: Andrea Tang (Episode 11)
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May 13, 2025 |
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The Art of Cross-Training in Jiu-Jitsu (Episode 10)
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May 06, 2025 |
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Combat and Conspiracies with Dallas Ducote from Rising Tide (Episode 9)
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Apr 29, 2025 |
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Competition Conversations Part 2: Mikes 2025 Q1 Comps (Episode 8)
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Apr 22, 2025 |
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Competition Conversations part 1: Scott does Chicago (Episode 7)
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Apr 15, 2025 |
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Making Weight: The First Battle of Every Competition (Episode 6)
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Apr 08, 2025 |
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The Art of Strength and Conditioning with Asim Fayyaz (Episode 5)
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Apr 01, 2025 |
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The Story of Shane "The Night Train" Marshall (Episode 4)
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Mar 25, 2025 |
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The Importance of Recovery (Episode 3)
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Mar 18, 2025 |
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Longevity in Training (Episode 2)
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Mar 13, 2025 |
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How and Why We Train the Way We Do (Episode 1)
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Mar 10, 2025 |