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On this episode, our first of 2021, we talk with Brad Bukovics, a Relson Gracie black belt out of Orwell, OH.
We talk about his background, competition experiences, and much more.
Listen to find out about his nickname!
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On this episode, our 2nd Christmas Special, the topic is "12 Days of J".
But not in the traditional sense... we give you our 12 tips for getting better at Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu!
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On this episode, we talk with Chad "Kodiak" Fields.
We discuss his victory over Tom DeBlass, his upcoming competitions, how he stays motivated, and much more.
For more info, check out his website: https://kodiakfields.com/
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On this episode, we talk with Danaher Death Squad member, Robert Degle.
We discuss his philosophy on training, his competition mindset, and much more.
Listen close as he gives us some insight into why he is deciding to change his signature look!
Check out his instructional videos and much more here -> http://robertdeglebjjonline.com
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On this episode, we talk with a Leader in Jiu-Jitsu - 3rd Degree Black Belt Valerie Worthington.
We talk about the following:
Not only is she a killer on the mats and a wealth of knowledge, she is also one of the nicest people we have talked to on the podcast, and look forward to having her back again and again.
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On this episode, we talk about what can help make a new persons introduction to BJJ a bit smoother.
What do we teach on day one?
What do we talk about?
What is the right way to approach a day one student?
And much much more...
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On this episode, we talk about what is means to be a CREONTE!
We also ask some hard questions about whether Kevin is a creonte for training at a bunch of different schools.
Where did the term "creonte" come from?
What are the qualifications for being a creonte?
Could you be one?
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On this episode, we talk about the ultimate goal in promoted ranks in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - the Black Belt.
Scott and Kevin discuss the expectations on earning the rank, the expectations from others about the rank, and what it means to be a black belt.
...and much more!
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We meet in the studio with Darren Italiani (of former FilmDads.com fame) and discuss our favorite martial arts movies.
We each come to the table with our Top 5's and some honorable mentions.
Darren brings vast historical knowledge to the conversation with a deep understanding and affinity for "traditional" martial arts movies, and we discuss this in detail.
What are your favorite martial arts films and why?
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In a break from our normal topics, we meet up with retired Pennsylvania State Police Sergeant Bob Bemis.
We discuss the following:
Bob gives us his thoughts after an illustrious 30+ year career in law enforcement that focused on Defensive... (see more)
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We meet up over Zoom to discuss the differences between Goshin Jutsu and BJJ, and where they fit in Darren's heart.
We also talk about his goals and that the future holds...
Darren is a 5th degree Black Belt in Goshin Jutsu with over 30 years of experience and a Brown Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with close to 10 years experience.
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We meet up over zoom with ADCC competitor Alec Baulding. We talk about his ADCC East Coast Trials win, his emotions going in and coming out of the ADCC World Championships, and a bunch of other things.
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We meet up with former UFC fighter Jason Dent over Zoom.
We talk about his time on The Ultimate Fighter - Season 9, his fight career, his experiences as a school owner, and much much more.
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In the fourth installment of Jiu-Jitsu Shorts, we reach out to our old friend and BJJ purple belt, Bill O'Brien, to see what he's been up to!
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In the third episode of Jiu-Jitsu Shorts, we get an update from freshly promoted BJJ purple belt, Joe Jaggi, to see how he is managing life being: laid off, not allowed to train, and stuck at home.
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On this episode, we talk with BJJ brown belt and fierce competitor, Emil Fischer.
We connect remotely via Zoom, and just chat about his competition experience, goals, and an alteration at a local tournament a few months back.
Great conversation - great person - and lastly, great competitor.
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In the second episode of Jiu-Jitsu Shorts, we touch base with Erie Firefighter Trevor Doust to see how he is handling the quarantine and what he is doing to pass the time.
We also talk about how he smashed Scott's trophy at a tournament in West Virginia!
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On this episode, we talk with BJJ purple belt and longtime friend, Travis McConnaghy.
Still in the midst of the COVID-19 "Stay At Home" order, we all connect remotely, via Zoom, and just chat about what's going on, competition mindset, staying active, and goal setting.
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In the first episode of Jiu-Jitsu Shorts, we touch base with Dr. Korey Kilburn to see how he is handling the quarantine and how his program has been impacted by this pandemic.
We talk about his first day of Jiu-Jitsu and what his current plans for the short term future are.
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On episode 12, Scott sat down with UndergroundBJJ's head instructor, Michael Rooney AKA “Roon”, to discuss his Jiu-Jitsu, how it all started, and what it's all about.
With Kevin still out of town, the show must go on!
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On this episode, we talk about the third promoted rank in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - brown belt.
With Kevin out of town for family reasons, we have Steve Kraus in to help us discuss this.
What are the requirements for brown belt...
What does it mean to be a brown belt...
What are the expectations of brown belt...
And more!
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On this episode, Scott & Kevin talk about bullying and highlight some anti-bullying campaigns and programs available to help combat this problem.
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Mr. Jiu-Jitsu (aka Michael Mihas) joins the show to discuss his background, his mission, and his thoughts after obtaining almost 200,000 likes with his Facebook page.
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On this episode, we talk about the second promoted rank in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - purple belt.
We have our purple belt friend Jeff Clorley in to help us discuss this.
What are the requirements for purple belt...
What does it mean to be a purple belt...
What are the expectations of purple belt...
How is it different than other ranks...
And more!
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On this episode, we scoured the internet for some of the most common frequently asked questions in relation to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
We answer questions like:
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On this episode, we talk about the first promoted rank in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - blue belt.
What's our story...
What are the requirements for blue belt...
What does it mean to be a blue belt...
What is the importance of blue belt...
How is it different than other ranks...
And more!
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Our old friend, retired Sergeant Bob Bemis, calls in to talk with us about his 30+ year career in law enforcement and the accident that changes his life forever.
Brief summary:
On March 27, 2015, Sergeant Robert "Bob" Bemis, then a 22-year veteran of the Pennsylvania State Police, stopped along the side of an interstate highway to render assistance to a disabled motorist whose vehicle was on fire. A passing vehicle approaching the scene lost control and struck the rear...
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Ricardo De La Riva 3rd Degree Black Belt Rafa Santos stops in while in town for a seminar to chat about his Jiu-Jitsu beginnings, his school and training, and his major life transformation - mental and physical.
Rafa Santos proudly represents the De La Riva/ Carlson Gracie Team with his teachings and continues growth in the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Check out his school: http://cglakeland.com/
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UndergroundBJJ (Scott's team) took a bunch of competitors to the Grappling Industries Buffalo tournament on October 12th.
We talk about the good things, the bad things, and the weird things.
Overall it was a good tournament, just some things to change to make it even better.
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We talk with special guest Dr. Korey Kilburn - it went a little longer than expected, but we were able to cover a lot of topics.
A renaissance man if there ever was...
We talk about his educational background, his Division I wrestling history, his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu background, and much much more.
Check out the Edinboro University of Pennsylvania's BJJ Club's website: http://www.eupbjj.com
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Scott and Kevin sit down in Scott's basement studio to record the very first No Drop-in Fee Podcast.
They discuss drop-in fees, training at other gyms, class structure, seminars, rolling with strangers, Scott makes fun of Kevin (a lot), and much much more more.