Jiu Jitsu Dummies

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org On this episode of the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, we welcome back returning guest Officer John Thompson for a real conversation about Jiu-Jitsu for law enforcement and how grappling impacts the street. John shares updates on the academy he coaches at, Brazil-021 in Chicago, what’s new in the wor...

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org In Episode 191 of the @JiuJitsuDummies podcast, we sit down with Black Belt Chris Mierzwiak from @MeruBJJ and @WODIFY to dive deep into the business and lifestyle of Jiu-Jitsu.  From the journey of starting an academy to building a sustainable and thriving student base, this episode is packed wi...

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org In episode 190 of the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, we sit down with Javier “Showtime” Vazquez, 5th degree black belt, former professional MMA fighter, and author of The Master Plan: From Chaos to Clarity in Jiu-Jitsu, available on Amazon. Javier shares his journey from the MMA cage to building a c...

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org On this episode of the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, Black Belts Milton Campis and Ben Stark sit down for a real conversation about some tough topics in the Jiu-Jitsu community. We talk about dating at your academy, background checks for coaches and academy owners, and the Melqui Galvão incident in...

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org Episode 188 of the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast features entrepreneur, speaker, business coach, and fellow podcast host Dan 'Big D' Sachkowsky as we dive deep into the mindset and mechanics of building a successful life and business. We talk about entrepreneurship, leadership, sales, and communicat...

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org On episode 187, Milton Campis and Ben Stark go from the mats to the boardroom and everywhere in between as they sit down for a real, unfiltered conversation about jiu-jitsu, martial arts, and the lives we build around them. In this episode they riff on training, team culture, the state of the wo...

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org In this episode, we sit down with Steven Chin, a law enforcement officer and a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt with decades of experience on the mats. Steven brings a unique perspective as a defensive tactics expert who has spent his career bridging the gap between traditional martial arts and re...

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org In this episode, Milton and Ben dive into the heavy headlines currently surfacing across the Jiu-Jitsu landscape. This week is a "solo session" where we address the mounting allegations and controversies involving major names and camps, including Atos, Kingsway, and Checkmat. As black belts and...

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org In this episode of the Jiu Jitsu Dummies, Milton and Ben sit down with Ish Lopez, a Pittsburgh-area Law Enforcement Officer and SRT (Special Response Team) operator who is deeply embedded in the professional side of the martial arts world. Ish brings a unique perspective to the show as the host...

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org What happens when you put two Black Belts behind the mics with no script? You get the raw, unfiltered reality of the Jiu-Jitsu journey. In this episode, Milton Campis and Ben Stark sit down to discuss the vital mission of Academy Safe, why it’s needed now more than ever, and how it’s shaping the...

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org Episode 182: Scott Burr – Lessons from the Mat & Future Classics In this episode of the Jiu-Jitsu Dummies Podcast, we sit down with 3rd-degree Black Belt, author, and philosopher of the mats, Scott Burr. Scott is the co-author of the highly acclaimed book Lessons from the Mat (with Benjamin...

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org This week we are honored to sit down with two leaders who are bridging the gap between the mats and the thin blue line: Sgt. Wade Powers and Major John Bailey of the Gwinnett County Police Department. In this deep-dive conversation, we explore the "how" behind the headlines. Wade and John share...

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org This week on the Jiu-Jitsu Dummies Podcast, we spice things up as we welcome Brandon Whitman, the co-founder of Moo-Jitsu Craft Spices! Brandon joins us for a fantastic conversation that explores the surprising intersection of grappling and gourmet flavor. We dive into his personal journey, from...

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org What does it truly take to earn a Black Belt? We talk with Black Belt and author Ben Chen about his new book 'Lessons From the Mat' and the intensive training that shaped his philosophy. Hear incredible stories from his time training with world-famous instructors like Rickson Gracie, and underst...

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org Episode 178: This week, the Jiu Jitsu Dummies host Kate and Eric from Seminar Stack! We discuss their personal journey, beginning with Eric, a law enforcement officer who sustained career-altering injuries when his patrol car was hit from behind. His recovery led both him and his wife, Kate, to...

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org Welcome to the Jiu-Jitsu Dummies Podcast! In this pivotal Episode 177, we sit down with Black Belt Chris Ortiz, an educator who is fighting a challenging battle off the mats: getting jiu-jitsu approved and integrated into the public school curriculum. Chris shares the compelling story of his own...

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org This week, hosts Ben Stark and Milton Campis sit down for a candid, no-holds-barred discussion on some of the most talked-about topics in the BJJ community. We dive deep into: ⚠️ The Top 10 Academy Red Flags: Essential viewing for anyone training or looking to join a gym! We break down the signs...

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org In this episode, we're honored to sit down with Rose Gracie, daughter of the one and only Rorion Gracie. Joining us for a fascinating conversation is returning guest and Black Belt, Charlie Vince. We dive deep into the roots of the gentle art, exploring the rich history of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and i...

Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by  Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org Get ready for an episode that is as powerful as it is insightful! 🎙️ In Episode 174 of the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, we had the incredible honor of sitting down with three phenomenal women who are truly shaping the sport. We're so proud to host: 🥋 Monique Carlton (Black Belt) 🥋 Kathy Jones (Black Belt) 🥋...

Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by  Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org In Episode 173, we are honored to sit down with a guest who brings an incredibly unique and vital perspective: Officer Danny Herrera! Officer Danny is not only a dedicated School Resource Officer and a disciplined Jiu Jitsu Blue Belt, but also a former teacher and the author of the new book, "Officer Danny Al...

Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by  Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org This week on the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, we are incredibly honored to host the phenomenal Leilani Bernales - a World Champ, Panam Champ, ADCC Trials Medalist, and formidable Black Belt! 🥋🏆 Originally from Peru, Leilani began her Jiu-Jitsu journey there before making her mark training out of Lira Jiu Jits...

Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by  Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org Welcome to another powerful episode of Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast! This week, we're incredibly excited to bring back a special guest who truly lives at the intersection of discipline and dedication: Shane Riveira, AKA Pompano Joe. A formidable Police Officer, Liborio BJJ Black Belt, and a 10th Planet Pompano B...

Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by  Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org She's back! For her second appearance on Jiu Jitsu Dummies, we welcome Cris Rodriguez, Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and founder of Grow Pro Agency. Join us for a fantastic discussion centered on effective marketing strategies for martial arts academies. Cris shares her expert insights, blending her deep understanding...

Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by  Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org This week on Jiu Jitsu Dummies, we sit down with Matt Guffey, a dedicated Jiu Jitsu Brown Belt and an insightful Strength Coach. We begin by exploring Matt's personal journey, understanding how his unique background shaped his path in both grappling and physical preparation. Matt shares his perspective on why...

Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by  Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org Welcome back to Jiu Jitsu Dummies! This week, we dive into the crucial topic of injury prevention and recovery for grapplers with expert guest Dr. Diana Wang, DPT. As a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Diana brings invaluable insights into understanding common Jiu-Jitsu injuries, effective rehabilitation strategie...