The Old Man Grappling Hour

In this solo episode of Old Man Grappling Hour, Kevin Gallagher discusses one of the most important skills in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: guard passing. Beyond its technical value, guard passing develops mental toughness, resilience, decision making, and self-defense awareness. Kevin explains why passing the guard is a foundational skill that helps create a complete grappler and how the lessons learned w...

Premier boxing and bare knuckle fighting trainer Jahaad Wingfield joins Kevin Gallagher on Old Man Grappling Hourto talk about what it really takes to build fighters. From old school boxing principles to modern training methods, Jahaad explains what works, what doesn’t, and why mindset and discipline matter more than talent. Topics include: Old school vs new school boxing training Bare knuckle box...

In this episode of Old Man Grappling Hour, Kevin Gallagher talks with Scott, a former Marine, about psychedelic therapy as a tool for healing, addiction recovery, and personal growth. They discuss how guided psychedelic experiences, when approached safely and intentionally, can help people better understand their thoughts, emotions, and destructive patterns. Kevin also shares how psychedelics help...

This week on Old Man Grappling Hour, it’s just Kevin Gallagher and Sonny Parlin back together — no guest, no agenda, just honest conversation. They cover what’s happening in BJJ and combat sports right now, swap stories from their years as athletes and coaches, and do what they’ve always done best: mix insight with humor and a little misbehavior. If you listen for the stories, the chemistry, and t...

Jiu Jitsu black belt Charles Harriot joins Kevin Gallagher on Old Man Grappling Hour to share stories from his incredible journey teaching and training at 90+ schools in 26 countries. A lifelong martial artist who left a software career to follow his passion full-time, Charles has become known for his global travels, creative teaching style, and deep love of community. In this episode: 🌍 What it’...

Simon “J.J.” Racaza is a multi-time world champion in competitive shooting and a former federal law-enforcement instructor. On this episode of Old Man Grappling Hour, he joins Kevin Gallagher to dig into what it means to master one discipline, then pivot into another: martial arts, coaching, mindset and performance. What you’ll hear: J.J.’s path: junior shooter, world titles, record-breaking perfo...

Former UFC and WEC lightweight Jamie Varner joins Kevin Gallagher on Old Man Grappling Hour for an unfiltered look at the evolution of MMA, life as a fighter, and the lessons he’s carried from the cage to everyday life. In this episode: 🥊 The early days of mixed martial arts and how the sport has evolved 🧠 The fighter’s mindset and what keeps athletes pushing through pain 🥋 Jiu Jitsu’s influenc...

Psychologist Dr. Diego Hernandez joins Kevin Gallagher on Old Man Grappling Hour to explore how community, Jiu Jitsu, and culture shape the way we understand and handle negative emotions. Dr. Hernandez has worked with elite athletes, special operators, and veterans suffering from PTSD—helping them embrace challenges, build resilience, and find strength through connection. In this episode: 🧠 Embra...

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belts Kevin Gallagher and Sonny Parlin reunite on Old Man Grappling Hour for the first time in a long while. This episode dives into the big stories shaping the grappling world today—along with the kind of honest, funny, and unfiltered “old man talk” listeners have been waiting for. In this episode: 🥋 Craig Jones Invitational 2 Recap — biggest surprises, standout matches...

Former Ultimate Fighter competitor and UFC veteran Matt Arroyo joins Kevin Gallagher on Old Man Grappling Hourto talk about motivation, business, and life after fighting at the highest level. In this episode, Matt shares: 🥋 His journey on The Ultimate Fighter and into the UFC 💡 How he stays driven when others burn out 🏆 The goals he’s chasing now in business and coaching 😂 Stories and laughs t...

Kate Young is a BJJ purple and on this episode she talks about her experiences as a kids jiu jitsu coach. Some valuable lessons here for anyone! Dont' miss this episode of The Old Man Grappling Hour! ****** Sponsors!*********  No Judges Needed - https://www.nojudgesneeded.com LeHeal Biogenix- https://www.leheal.com ReWire - https://getrewiredtoday.com Active Health & Wellness - https://activeh...

Author, entrepreneur, and motivational speaker, Dr. Gino Collura joins the Old Man Grappling Hour to talk mental health, veterans, and BJJ! Not sure if your head's screwed on tight? Find out in this episode of The Old Man Grappling Hour! ****** Sponsors!*********  No Judges Needed - https://www.nojudgesneeded.com LeHeal Biogenix- https://www.leheal.com ReWire - https://getrewiredtoday.com Active H...

There are few people with as much experience in BJJ and business than Josh Leduc! From promoting his Sapatiero grappling event, and teaching at North River Jiu Jitsu, to coaching champions, Josh drops some serious BJJ knowledge! All that and more on this episode of The Old Man Grappling Hour! *************** Sponsors ! No Judges Needed - https://www.nojudgesneeded.com LeHeal Biogenix- https://www....

The Old Men are BACK in their Million Dollar studio that for sure isn't a storage space located somewhere in Florida. Sonny has a Soldier in the family, Kevin survives gay pride week and Roadhouse, BJJ talk, and will Sonny take a fight with Tyson? All that and more on this episode of The Old Man Grappling Hour! *************** Sponsors ! No Judges Needed - https://www.nojudgesneeded.com LeHeal Bio...

Seriously, do you KNOW what you're actually putting in your mouth? Bet you don't but that's why the Old Men are talking with nutrition expert and fitness coach Connor Kovacs from Klassic Coaching. This episode is packed full of solid insight into food myths, facts, and real talk about weight cuts. Don't miss this no carb, sugar free, no BS episode! The Old Man Grappling Hour! To learn more about K...

The Old Men are back and they're talking with Nelson Cacciatore of Epic Services (https://www.epicservices.co). They're talking massage, energy healing, and the many MANY life threatening (changing?) injuries Nelson has endured through his strange and interesting life. You don't want to miss this episode of The Old Man Grappling Hour! Sponsors! No Judges Needed - https://www.nojudgesneeded.com LeH...

We've talked about BPC 157, testosterone replacement, and other therapies for BJJ athletes but on this episode we're breaking out the big guns! We talk with an expert! Stacey Heald is the co-founder of LeHeal Biogenix, a company at the edge of Regnerative Medicine. If you're considering peptides, TRT, or some other form of staying healthy this episode is for you! Find out more about LeHeal at http...

The Old Men are back for a new episode! Kevin Gallagher and Sonny Parlin review the last Sapaterio event, Kevin tries not to piss off Delta Force, trans MMA, and the our million dollar studio crumbles. All that and more on this episode of The Old Man Grappling Hour! Sponsors! No Judges Needed - https://www.nojudgesneeded.comLeHeal Biogenix- https://www.leheal.com ReWire - https://getrewiredtoday.c...

From a storage unit on the outskirts of a lawless Tampa, old men and BJJ black belts Kevin Gallagher and Sonny Parsen lured...we mean invited Dr. Charlie Keenan to the show! Dr. Keenan is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, former collegiate wrestler, and MMA athlete. Dr. Keenan shares his own journey of rehabilitation from a catastrophic neck injury, then the old men pepper with questions from PED's to...

The Old Men are back and scaring the normies at Gracie Brandons Cawfee Shop. It's time to review the year so you don't have to, 2023 is gone but the memories are still painful. The Old Men talk IBBJF, Testosterone, ADCC, and struggle with folks walking in front of the camera. All that and more on this episode of The Old Man Grappling Hour! PLEASE DONATE HERE -> https://www.freefunder.com/campai...

We’re BACK in 4K! From OMGH studios located at Gracie Brandon’s Cawfee Shop, Kevin and Sonny are talking Christmas, bad bjj instructors, gay sex on the senate floor, UFC antics, and more about the gay sex (really). All that and more in a packed coffee house with people just trying to enjoy their day, on this episode of The Old Man Grappling Hour! Want coffee and a kimura? Check out https://gracieb...

After a disastrous attempt at recording from the coffee house, the Two Old Men are back to Zoom but don’t worry, they'll be in HD next episode! On this one though, they’re talking about the Ryan family feud, Gisele the supermodel getting her purple belt, ADCC, something about sharks…? All that and more on this episode of The Old Man Grappling Hour! Want coffee and a kimura? Check out https://graci...

The Old Men take a field trip to Robbie Donofrio's gym/coffee bar! Kevin opens up about chasing his mentally ill brother down a busy street chihuahua in hand, Sonny talks belt cermonies and almost catching rabies, and we all agree the next field trip should be one of Tampa's high end (or low end) strip clubs! All that and more on this episode of The Old Man Grappling Hour! Want coffee and a kimura...

Our favorite Old Men finally found someone ELSE to talk to! Robbie Donofrio is a BJJ Black Belt and owner of Gracie Brandon in Riverview Florida. Officially an old man himself, Robbie, Kevin, and Sonny talk EBI vs ADCC rules, steroids, coming up together in BJJ, and someones playing russian roulette somewhere. All that and more on this episode of The Old Man Grappling Hour! Sponsors! No Judges Nee...

Outbreak monkeys Sonny Parlin and Kevin Gallagher are back this week and they've brought the plague with them. This episode they're talking Flow Grappling, vaccines, lizard people and we discover how much Sonny hates traveling. All that and more on this episode of The Old Man Grappling Hour! Sponsors! No Judges Needed - https://www.nojudgesneeded.com LeHeal Biogenix- https://www.leheal.com ReWire...