Game Plan

We’re back. Took a few weeks off but Game Plan is rolling again, and this one’s a big one. Me and Juico catch up on life for a bit (he watched Obsession, I’m still catching up) before we get into a deep dive I’ve been sitting on for a while: Mica Galvão and his father, Melquisedeque “Melqui” Galvão. Most people only know the surface level stuff, the doping case with Mica, maybe the recent jail new...

Welcome back to Game Plan the Pod! In this episode, Davis and Juico sit down with Rocio Cortez, combat sports athlete, videographer, and content creator based in Austin, TX. Rocio opens up about competing in APEX — an elite athletic combine where she went up against Olympians and football players at 119 lbs — hitting multiple PRs on the day including her 40-yard dash, broad jump, and a 275 lb trap...

Welcome back to Game Plan the Pod! In this episode, Davis Cole and Juico chat with John Hogie, hunter and creator of the outdoor channel Roam and Harvest. John opens up about his start in hunting, the ups and downs of making authentic content, and stories from epic hunts—bow hunting elk, spearfishing in Florida, and tackling exotic species like axis deer in Hawaii. They also discuss the hunting co...

In this episode of Game Plan, we sit down with Chloe McNally,  Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, coach, and competitor,  to break down the mindset behind high-level performance. We dive into flow state, visualization, and why so many athletes struggle to perform in competition the same way they do in training, along with how mental training can transform results, build real confidence in BJJ, and pr...

In this episode, we sit down with Shelly Hardin — a physical therapist, Pilates instructor, and jiu-jitsu athlete — for a conversation that goes way deeper than just rehab and recovery. We get into how she found jiu-jitsu, what it’s like training in Austin, the difference between traditional schools and Danaher’s room, and why Pilates might actually be one of the most underrated tools for grappler...

Ivan joins the podcast to talk about how jiu-jitsu culture has changed, why big sponsors still keep their distance, and what combat sports can learn from skateboarding, branding, and authenticity. The conversation goes from current jiu-jitsu drama and professionalism to Ivan’s background in Barcelona skate culture, his time working at Nike, and what makes a brand actually connect with people.   W...

Mike Catherwood joins us for a wild, honest conversation about the road from addiction and early recovery to radio, TV, jiu-jitsu, and life on a farm in Texas. We get into what actually makes people compelling on camera, why fighters are often the easiest people to talk to, how Mike went from Hollywood and entertainment media to raising animals in rural Texas, and the perspective shift that came w...

In this episode of Game Plan the Pod, we sit down with newly minted black belt Grayson Henley to discuss his recent victory on the WNO stage and his 15 year journey to the rank. We kick things off with Grayson's roots in Kung Fu, martial arts movies and living in a "cafofo". Later, we hear about Grayson's recovery from a double spinal fracture and his future goals as a black be...

Destiny McCubbin competes in the Flyweight Division of Dana White's Power Slap and holds a record of 2-0. Coming from a boxing and MMA background, McCubbin made her Power Slap debut in 2025 and has her eyes set on the Flyweight Championship in 2026. In this episode, we hear about Destiny's journey from boxing and MMA to Power Slap and her recent endeavors as an interviewer and podcaster....

In this episode of Game Plan the Pod, we sit down with Paul Lewandowski from Combat Vet News to peel back the layers of some of the most complex geopolitical and sporting narratives today. We kick off the conversation with a potential connection between ADCC founder Sheik Tahnoon and Jeffery Epstein. Paul then takes us onto the frontlines of his two trips to Ukraine, where he delivered critical eq...

SKIP TO 30:00 FOR OUR DEEP DIVE INTO SEXUAL MISCONDUCT IN BJJ. In this episode of Game Plan, Davis and Juico start with the lighter side of life, recounting the chaotic saga of Juico’s dog, Pete, getting sprayed by a skunk—before diving into the grueling reality of weight cutting in combat sports. At the thirty-minute mark, the tone shifts as we address the systemic issue of sexual misconduct with...

Hunter Reehoon is a Sous Chef at Barley Swine, a highly acclaimed, 1-Michelin starred, farm-to-table restaurant in Austin Texas. Hunter's focus is in sustainability within the farm-to-table sphere and his specialties lie in fermentation and seasonal items. Hunter also recently received his purple belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu from Professor Rodrigo Cabral at Fight Factory in Austin, Texas.  Che...

In this episode, we sit down with Zach Marshall, a former U.S. Army Ranger, lecturer at the University of Texas at Austin's McCombs School of Business and a dedicated Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practitioner and event promoter. We dive into his journey from military service to teaching the next generation of entrepreneurs as well as his work as a writer for The Prof Z Project. Check out Zach's S...

Tyson Mendeas is a career martial artist currently working as the head coach at Archetype Boxing Club in Austin, Texas. In this episode, we talk about Tyson's fighting background, his approach to living a healthy lifestyle and life living in Austin. __________________ Follow us on Instagram: @tyson_mendeas  @archetypeboxingclub   @colejiujitsu @juico.skilltree.matspace   __________________ 00...

Brandon Krone is a former wrestler for the Minnesota Gophers turned financial consultant. In this episode, we talk about his life growing up in Minnesota, his journey as a wrestler from youth to the NCAA's and his more recent work in the world of finance and entrepreneurship. ______________ Find us on Instagram! @colejiujitsu @juico.skilltree.matspace @brandonjameskrone @kronefit @kronecombat...

Game Plan the Podcast host Davis Cole and producer Juico Bowley sit down for their final podcast of 2025. In this episode, we recap Davis’ DAWGumentary (a dog documentary), holidays with our families and our journey in starting a podcast.  Instagram:  @gameplanthepod  @juico.skilltree.matspace  @colejiujitsu  ________________  00:00 Intro 3:55 Dawgumentary: The story of the dog  27:13 Filipino Chr...

On this episode of Game Plan, Davis and Juico sit down with stand-up comedian Billy Sherman to discuss his fifteen-year journey through the comedy industry. Billy shares what it was like starting his career at just 17 years old and how his perspective evolved while living in Milwaukee and Hawaii. The conversation also explores his recent interest in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and the mental parallels bet...

In this episode of Game Plan, Davis and Juico are joined by professional mixed martial artist and elite grappler Damien Anderson for a deep dive into the technical and philosophical shifts defining his career. Damien discusses his evolution from the foundational systems of the Danaher Death Squad and training under Garry Tonon to his current focus on ecological dynamics and the constraints-led app...

Game plan in Vegas for William and Andrews UFC BJJ matches! He did it again! Just one day after successfully defending his UFC BJJ Welterweight Championship with a first-round heel hook submission over Elijah Dorsey, Andrew Tackett joins the pod from! Hosts Davis and Juico sit down with the champ in his new home in Las Vegas to get the immediate, behind-the-scenes breakdown of the big win at UFC B...

Nick Loera is a videographer, motion graphics artist, financial coach and podcaster. Nick started his businesses in the California Bay Area as a videographer, marketer and motion graphics artist. He recently moved to Austin, Texas and has since shifted his focus to financial coaching, content creation and podcasting. "Region Beta" refers to the Region-Beta Paradox, a psychological phenom...

In celebration of veteran's day, the Game Plan Podcast boys took their long time friend and veteran Mikael Lopez on a hunting trip in the Texas Hill Country. In this episode, we talk about Juico and Mik's first time hunting, obscure sports like Kok-Boru and Dale Gribble's pocket sand.  ___________________ Follow us on our other channel for non-podcast content! Game Plan Audible http...

After spending his college years competing for the University of Texas Men's Swim Team, Will Glass found himself working in the spirit distillation business in Austin, Texas. After years working in this industry, Will decided to start his own business by selling used American Bourbon barrels to markets outside the USA. He currently owns and operates Bluebonnet Barrel Company in Austin, Texas....

Josh Job is the founder of the Austin Fitness Community, a media company that started as an Instagram shoutout page and has grown to produce podcasts, host events, and create apparel. The community is diverse, encompassing various fitness disciplines like powerlifting, crossfit, and running. In this episode, Josh breaks down how he has built the Austin Fitness Community over the last seven years a...

Making his second appearance on the podcast, William Tackett talks with Host Davis Cole and Producer Juico Bowley about preparing for his upcoming match against Ronaldo Junior for the UFC BJJ Middleweight Title. Along with being a professional grappler, William is also and outdoorsman and in this episode we hear stories of his recent elk hunt in Colorado.  ______________________ Learn from William...

Game Plan the Podcast Producer, Juico Bowley and Host Davis Cole recently began boxing training at Archetype Boxing Club in Austin, Texas. One of their coaches is Jeremy Chu, a former childhood actor turned professional boxing trainer. In this episode, we chat with Jeremy about his experience as a childhood actor, his transition to the boxing world and his recent move to Austin, Texas with his fam...