Alberto Crane Show

Had the pleasure of sitting down with John Kallo, one of our dedicated white belts at Legacy and a longtime martial artist. In this episode, we connect over his journey, his love for martial arts, and what brought him to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. A great conversation with a humble warrior who brings heart and consistency to the mat every day. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe! Sponsored by T...

From MMA Bootcamp to Legacy Coach – Ellen Kim’s JourneyEllen Kim walked into Legacy with zero martial arts experience—but through an Alta MMA ad, a 20-week bootcamp, and relentless dedication, she stepped into the cage and even faced off against a former Olympian. During that time, she also began training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu—and she’s never stopped. Over the years, she’s grown into an incredible t...

Get to know Esau Diego, one of our amazing coaches and athletes from Legacy Glendale. Always a pleasure to sit down with him, hear his story, and share it with all of you. Enjoy this conversation and insight into what makes him such a valuable part of the Legacy family.#LegacyBJJ #LegacyGlendaleDon’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe! Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Aça...

David Vinner is a bright, rising star and one of the top young Judokas in the country. Originally from Russia, David brings a strong work ethic and passion to every training session and competition. In 2023, he was the #1 ranked Cadet athlete at -60kg and earned the title of Most Valuable Cadet Athlete. Now competing at -66kg, he holds the #2 national ranking as a Junior in 2025. A Junior National...

Hailee Moreno has grown up on our mats — and she’s become nothing short of a force. From a focused student to a fierce competitor, and now a respected coach, Hailee embodies strength, discipline, and heart. She’s powerful, determined, and leads with quiet confidence. Watching her grow through Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling, and now stepping into this next chapter of college life has been an inspiration. We’...

In this special episode of The Alberto Crane Show, we flip the script. Bryan Gregerson of Legacy Pasadena takes over the mic to interview me — Alberto Crane. Instead of me asking the questions, Bryan dives into the things he’s been curious about: my journey, mindset, and everything in between. Hope you guys enjoy this role-reversal episode and get something valuable from it. Don’t forget to like,...

From gymnastics coach to Jiu-Jitsu competitor and leader at Legacy, Jessica Weiner has been an important part of our community for years. She even coached my daughters in gymnastics — and it’s been incredible to watch her evolve into a powerful presence on and off the mats. Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your neighborhood Paradise” AcaiJungleCafe.com

Had the privilege to sit down with Francisco Rojas — Jiu-Jitsu competitor and coach at Legacy Glendale. We dive into his journey, mindset on the mats, and what it means to lead by example. Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your neighborhood Paradise” AcaiJungleCafe.com

Had a great time sitting down with one of our incredible Legacy Pasadena instructors to talk Jiu-Jitsu, real science, and much more. A thoughtful conversation you won’t want to miss. Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your neighborhood Paradise” AcaiJungleCafe.com

Emily Russell is one of our coaches and team members at Legacy Glendale. In this episode, we sit down to hear her journey—from high school to college, and how she eventually found Jiu-Jitsu and embraced the Jiu-Jitsu lifestyle. Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your neighborhood Paradise” AcaiJungleCafe.com

In this episode, I sit down with Bryan Greggerson—not only a holder of multiple master’s degrees, but also an exceptional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and an even better teacher. It’s been an honor to call him a friend, professor, and business partner at Legacy Pasadena. Enjoy the conversation. Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your neighborhood Paradise” A...

Sat down with Coach Josh to talk about his path—from early days on the wrestling mat to finding his passion in Jiu-Jitsu. It’s been amazing to watch his growth on and off the mat—and now he’s giving back to both our kids and adults through his coaching. Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your neighborhood Paradise” AcaiJungleCafe.com

Had an awesome time sitting down with Willian Antonyan—Black Belt, Jiu-Jitsu instructor, and an important member at Legacy Glendale and our Legacy Team. Always a blast getting to know the stories behind the warriors on our team and bringing those conversations to you. You’re gonna love this one—enjoy! Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your neighborhood Paradi...

It was a pleasure to sit down with Coach Destinee Laney from Legacy! With a background in gymnastics and athletics, Destinee brings a unique energy and perspective to the mats. In this conversation, we dive into her journey, what drew her to Jiu-Jitsu, and why she’s so passionate about teaching — especially working with kids. Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe...

In today’s episode, we welcome Arman Fathi, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and doctor of chiropractic. Known for his journey with 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu, Redzovic Jiu-Jitsu in Chicago and Gracie University. Arman shares his experience on the mats, his perspective of No-Gi and Gi Jiu-Jitsu, and how his chiropractic background enhances his work as both an athlete and instructor. Sponsored by TACFIT...

It’s been a pleasure getting to know Paul Gamez. One of the first students at Legacy Pasadena, he’s now a conpetitor, coach, a leader in our community, and a passionate strength and conditioning expert. In this episode, we talk about growth, discipline, and the journey! Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your neighborhood Paradise” AcaiJungleCafe.com

Marcus Kowal is a Swedish-born martial artist, author, and activist with a multifaceted career spanning military service, professional fighting, entrepreneurship, and advocacy. He served in the Swedish Special Forces as an Army Ranger before transitioning to a distinguished career in martial arts. Kowal competed at elite levels across multiple disciplines, including MMA with Strikeforce, kickboxin...

I always enjoy sitting down with Konstantine. A former monk who joined a temple as a teenager. He is now a dedicated yoga teacher, Jiu-Jitsu instructor, and one of the most thoughtful humans I know. In this episode, we talk about discipline, spirituality, martial arts, and what it means to live a life of purpose. Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your neighbo...

In this episode, I sit down with Damon Walker Legacy Jiu-Jitsu coach, competitor, and all-around good soul. We talk about his journey from moving to L.A. for college to discovering Jiu-Jitsu after a year of high school wrestling. He shares how the art has shaped his life, on and off the mats. It was an honor to hear his story can’t wait for you to hear it too. Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s...

Today we’re joined by 13-year-old figure skater Genesis Lira. She’s been on the ice since she was just 3 years old, and her passion for the sport is undeniable. With her eyes set on Worlds and one day the Olympics Genesis shares a little of her training routine, what she loves about competing, and the journey she’s been on so far. Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle...

Arin Adjamian is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt world champion with a degree in philosophy and a focus on religion. I always enjoy our conversations, and this time, we picked up a fascinating one we started in the locker room about the pyramids of Egypt and the latest discoveries beneath them. This episode dives into ancient mysteries, philosophy, and more. Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s S...

Brian Kiley has made over 20 appearances on legendary shows like The Late Show with David Letterman, The Tonight Show, and Late Night with Conan O’Brien. He spent more than two decades as a staff writer for Conan, eventually becoming the head monologue writer earning 16 Emmy nominations and winning in 2007. He’s also the author of The Astounding Misadventures of Rory Collins. It’s been a pleasure...

Today’s guest is someone I’ve had the pleasure of training TACFIT with for many years, and it was awesome to finally sit down and hear more of her story. Vaia ‘Vicious’ Zaganas is a former world champion boxer from Canada, with an incredible journey—from dominating the amateur and pro circuits to building a second career in Hollywood as a stunt performer, actress, and now writer/director. She’s go...

Pete "The Greek" Letsos returns for his third appearance on the podcast! A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Carlon Gracie Jr., Letsos has built an impressive career, earning medals at the Pan Ams, Gracie World Championship, and competing in legendary tournaments like Copa Atlantica and the Brazilian Teams Nationals. Over the years, he has trained alongside some of the sport’s biggest...

Luis Casas is a 3rd degree Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt with a deep passion for horticulture. When he’s not on the mats, he’s caring for trees and plants through his company, Legacy Tree Care. In this episode, we dive into his martial arts journey and his love for plant life. A unique and inspiring conversation enjoy! Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your...