Josh McKinney
I Suck At Jiu Jitsu Show
Jiu-Jitsu is hard. Join host Josh McKinney on his forever quest to "suck less at jiu-jitsu." Learn from high level black belts, in depth conversations, and off the wall rants by the host himself. It is guaranteed that each episode will help you suck just a little less at jiu-jitsu, or your money back. Josh McKinney is an accomplished adult black belt competitor with a "suck-less" mindset that can help anyone progress
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Josh McKinney
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Jul 9, 2026
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Episodes
#179 Get Your Head in the Game, Not in a Guillotine | Simple Tweaks to your mindset to get you to the Next Level 09.03.2023 1:08:06
In this episode host Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) talks about the importance of having a growth mindset over a fixed mindset in jiu-jitsu. As a practitioner of jiu-jitsu, it's easy to fall into the trap of a fixed mindset, where you believe that your skills and abilities are set in stone, and you are limited by your natural talent or lack thereof. However, adopting a growth mindset can transfor...
#178 Main Event Recap, Mindset, and Creative Winning Strategies 02.03.2023 1:09:52
As a fellow Jiu Jitsu practitioner who has struggled with competition anxiety, our host, Josh Mckinney(@thejoshmckinney) will share his recent competition experience and discuss the importance of having a positive mindset when competing. We'll also explore unique ways competitors can use designated winners to their advantage and offer tips for developing a winning mindset. To start, we'll do a rec...
#177 Simple Hacks to 10x Your Jiu Jitsu Progress | Building Black Belt Habits for Black Belt Progression 23.02.2023 56:24
Are you stuck in a plateau in your Jiu-Jitsu training? In this episode of the “I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu” show, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) focuses on simple hacks to help take your Jiu-Jitsu progression to the next level. Josh provides actionable guidance to help you break through the intermediate belt range and increase your skill level in no time. Tune in for Josh's...
#176 Laugh Out Loud With Josh McKinney's Funniest Jiu-Jitsu Moments 16.02.2023 58:47
In this episode, we're thrilled to bring you some of the funniest Jiu Jitsu stories ever told, courtesy of the I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu show’s Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney). If you're a fan of Jiu Jitsu or just love a good laugh, you won't want to miss this episode. Josh shares his wildest and most entertaining Jiu Jitsu moments that are sure to leave you in stitches. From crazy training...
#175 A Loser's Guide to Never Lose Again 09.02.2023 1:08:35
Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he talks why the fear of losing will cause you to lose more. PLUS an actual method for never losing again PLUS PLUS Josh talks about some of his most brutal losses Watch Me Compete Feb 25th: https://bluecornerllc.square.site/product/bjj-competitor-josh-mckinney/266?cs=true&cst=custom Get Your FREE Copy of The 3 Lenses: h...
#174 3 Steps to Jiu Jitsu Greatness | The 3 Pieces of the Jiu-Jitsu Puzzle 02.02.2023 1:11:39
Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he breaks down jiu-jitsu progression into 3 simple steps. If you care about your jiu-jitsu progression, listen to this episode Watch Me Compete Feb 25th: https://bluecornerllc.square.site/product/bjj-competitor-josh-mckinney/266?cs=true&cst=custom Get Your FREE Copy of The 3 Lenses: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/3 &...
#173 The 5 Most Important Decisions on YOUR Jiu-Jitsu Journey 26.01.2023 1:31:44
Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he reveals the 5 most important decisions that EVERYONE makes on their jiu-jitsu journey PLUS some incredibly important tips on the student-coach relationship Watch Me Compete: https://bluecornerllc.square.site/product/bjj-competitor-josh-mckinney/266?cs=true&cst=custom Get Your FREE Copy of The 3 Lenses: https://www.simp...
#172 I was WRONG about BJJ Schedule | The Perfect Schedule doesn't exist? 19.01.2023 1:03:56
Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he realizes he has been wrong about finding the "perfect training schedule" for the last 15 years of his life.. PLUS Why Cell Phones are the Devil Watch Josh Compete: https://bluecornerllc.square.site/ (Select Josh McKinney at Checkout) Get Your FREE Copy of The 3 Lenses: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/3
#171 Ask Josh Anything: Reaching Goals, Hair Care Tips, Finding Concepts, Competing on A Budget, and Much More 12.01.2023 1:26:11
Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) on a Q&A day where he answers 17 different listener questions ranging from "Retaining more Knowledge" to "Keeping Your Hair Perfect in a Match." PLUS What Skills Every Beginner Should Master Get Your FREE Copy of The 3 Lenses: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/3
#170 3 Reasons You STILL Suck in 2023 05.01.2023 1:05:11
Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he looks at HIS 3 biggest struggles in Jiu-Jitsu Progression, and how they can help you suck a little less. PLUS Find out why Josh thinks "Mastering One's Self" is probably impossible Get Your FREE Copy of The 3 Lenses: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/3
#169 I Bought a Time Machine | What Jiu-Jitsu will be like in the Year 2033 29.12.2022 41:27
Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he takes a peak into the future of jiu-jitsu Imagine, 10 years into the future. Will it be gi or no gi? Will that even matter anymore? Will the I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu Show even exist?? Find out now! Spoiler Alert: Jiu-Jitsu Dies at the end of this episode... Get Your FREE Copy of The 3 Lenses: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/3
#168 Should You start a BJJ Podcast/Youtube/TikTok in 2023? 22.12.2022 1:01:35
Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he tries to convince you to start creating BJJ content! Not only will you learn why you should start creating but also some simple steps to take to start creating. Plus Josh Reveals what it means to get lost in the sauce. Which he thinks is one of the biggest problems with "Jiu-Jitsu Fame." Get Your FREE Copy of The 3 Lenses: https...
#167 Jake Luigi | How to be Less Impressed, and More Involved (On The Mats) 20.12.2022 1:11:52
Jiu-Jitsu is changing every single day. Jake Luigi(@shorthairedjake) from @LIMIBJJ is on a mission to help you and I find the latest changes in jiu-jitsu so we aren't left behind! In this interview, Josh(@thejoshmckinney) and Jake talk Designated Winner, Training on a small team, Gordon Ryan, and much more. PLUS Learn Jake's Routine to finding the newest trends in jiu-jits...
#166 Can you get a Black Belt from ONLY YouTube? 15.12.2022 57:31
Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he explores a thought exercise... You and 5 other have no grappling experience. You have access to all of the free BJJ content online. Could the 6 of you eventually become black belt level on the mats? Plus Josh Reveals his 5 favorite YouTube Channels PLUS PLUS Josh talks about some new YouTube drama. Get Your FREE Copy of The 3 Le...
#165 Tum Energia | Creating a Great Culture for Learning 13.12.2022 1:20:31
Jiu-Jitsu is GROWING. My next guest Tum Energia (@tumenergia) is helping jiu-jitsu grow in the Netherlands and he has some cool ideas on how to do it! PLUS Tum has advice on how to make a jiu-jitsu school much more welcoming through the correct training methods. Get Your FREE Copy of The 3 Lenses: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/3 Tum's Youtube: https://www.you...
#164 5 Lessons Every White Belt NEEDS to know | A lot of Black Belts Still Don't Understand These Ideas 08.12.2022 51:30
Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he talks about 5 important lessons that the mats will eventually teach you. Plus the WORST commercial in ISAJJ show history Get Your FREE Copy of The 3 Lenses: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/3 Book a Private Podcast: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/private
#163 3 Ways to Never Get Injured Again 01.12.2022 55:38
Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he talks about 3 concepts for longevity on the mats Plus Learn what Josh calls The Secret to Jiu-Jitsu Success Get Your FREE Copy of The 3 Lenses: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/3 Book a Private Podcast: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/private
#162 Masters vs Adults, Christmas Movies, and Cops Who Don't Train | Random Show 24.11.2022 44:09
Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he delivers an unscripted and unedited random show. Plus Josh answers the question you've been wondering about, "should you leave your coach if he disagrees with anything that Josh says?" The answer might surprise you. Get Your FREE Copy of The 3 Lenses: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/3
#161 Don't Wish For Jiu-Jitsu to be Easier | Wish to be Tougher 17.11.2022 36:20
Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he talks about why you should cherish how hard jiu-jitsu is now Plus 3 tips for black belt level toughness Get Your FREE Copy of The 3 Lenses: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/3
#160 Why Consistency Feels Impossible | Steps to make Consistency Possible 10.11.2022 51:54
Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he discusses one of his greatest struggles. Consistency. Oh really, you struggle with consistency too? Don't panic because we can tackle this one together! Plus find out how Josh did this weekend in the Strange Hands Main Event! Get Your FREE Copy of The 3 Lenses: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/3 Coty Kellison Interview...
#159 How to Beat People Who are Better Than You | Breaking down Grappling into Smaller Parts 03.11.2022 1:00:23
Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he breaks down grappling to it's simplest parts. Once you know what each round of grappling consists of you will have an easier time dissecting why or even how you lost. Plus Learn 3 Simple Strategies to try when you're out-matched Get Your FREE Copy of The 3 Lenses: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/3 Less Impressed More Involved...
#158 Designated Winner | The Only Training Method You Will Ever Need 27.10.2022 44:17
Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as he breaks down his favorite training method(Designated Winner) and how you could be utilizing it to "Suck-Less" at Jiu-Jitsu. "Finally, a way to teach jiu-jitsu that keeps my students from talking to me." - Josh Get Your FREE Copy of The 3 Lenses: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/3
#157 5 Hilarious Stories that aren't Remotely Jiu-Jitsu Related | Halloween Spooktacular? 20.10.2022 44:23
Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as tells 5 Hilarious and Unfortunate stories from his childhood. People often refer to I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu as a Jiu-Jitsu comedy show, we don't think it is. Today, we thought it would be fun to show you what a real comedy podcast hosted by Josh McKinney would be like. PLUS learn why Josh really really really hates parakeets. Like seriously,...
#156 The Most Valuable Skill in Jiu-Jitsu | It's the same for Hobbyists, Competitors, and School Owners 13.10.2022 55:20
Join host, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) as focuses on telling you why focus is the most important thing to focus on in jiu-jitsu. PLUS a lookback at the most discussed topic of the first 80 episodes of "I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu." Get Your FREE Copy of The 3 Lenses: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/3 FREE trial of Kicksite: https://kicksite.com/isuckatjiujitsu
#155 Andrew "MopJitsu" Ebers: UFC Coach Breaks down ADCC, Future of Amateur MMA, and Much more 06.10.2022 1:21:53
Two of the biggest Jiu-Jitsu Nerds in St Louis, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) and Andrew Ebers(@MopJitsu), were trapped in a hotel in Vegas together for 3 days. This episode is a result of that madness. Enjoy. PLUS Mop has advice for young athletes about a common pitfall in the MMA and Jiu-Jitsu world Special Thanks to Bryce Allen(@bryceallen_) of @allenbrosjiujitsu for produci...
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