Off the Mats Podcast

What's up, savages? Welcome back to another fresh episode of the podcast. This week I had the opportunity to sit and talk with owner of Asgard503 and 10th Planet Portland grappler, Michael Ciochon where we discussed his journey in BJJ and how he turned his side hustle into his main hustle. Big shout out to my guest, Michael Ciochon. Go visit asgard503.com and use promo code podcast20 and save your...

On this episode we welcome back the host of the Razzle Dazzle Podcast, Nevik and @shutupnut. We talk more LOST, we celebrate @shutupnut getting promoted to BJJ blue belt and talk a little bit of jiu jitsu, TV shows, and wine..... I drink wine and you can tell.   Thank you everyone for all your downloads and support. I greatly appreciate it all. Each week, the numbers continue to grow. Thank you. ...

Welcome, everyone, to a very special episode of the podcast. This week, I sat down with my daughter and talked about her birthday and all the fun things that she got to do and all the cool stuff that she likes.   Thank you all for listening to and supporting the podcast. Below, you'll find info on where to find the shows and social media.   Go give a follow and listen to @so_you_like_horror on Ins...

Welcome back everyone. This week on the podcast, I had the pleasure to sit and converse with Jordan and Nikky from 10th Planet Portland. One the episode we discussed the hard work and time that goes into producing technique videos on social media, jiu jitsu as self defense, and Buggy Chokes: A Cautionary Tale.   Jordan and Nikky can both be found on Instagram at @justjordanjiujitsu and @Nikaticks...

What's up, Happy People? This week I welcome Vannessa Griffin, black belt from Crazy 88 MMA, to the show. On this episode we discuss competing in BJJ, the difference between coaching and competing, and we try to figure out which is worst...being grounded or put on punishment. Vannessa can be found on Instagram at @griffinbjj where you can follow her journey on the mats. Also, big shout out to @Moy...

This week on the podcast, I welcome friend and teammate, Michael Garlington. On this episode we talk about Michale's jiu jitsu journey, how his wrestling complimented his jiu jitsu and vice versa, becoming a Maryland state champion wrestler, and his upcoming podcast "Stop Hitting Yourself".   Thank you all for listening to and supporting the podcast. Below, you'll find info on where to find the sh...

Y'all remember Hawkeye? We didn't, so Maryland Phil and I had a conversation about the Disney Plus series. We give our Good, Bad, and Ugly about the series. We talk about Spiderman, Daredevil,  and Kingpin. And we eat gummy worms.   Maryland Phil can be found on Twitter hosting @nerdragecast where he keeps us up to date on the Nerd Rage happenings and comic and movie news.   Thank you all for list...

Hey everyone, thanks for joining us for another episode of the podcast. This week we welcome back our good friend Zack who  is working hard to bring us a training app to help us improve our grappling. This week we did some catching up and talking about the many layers of jiu jitus as it relates to learning and competing.   Zack can be found at @studentofbjj on Instagram and you can follow the prog...

Welcome back for another week of podcast shenanigans. This week I welcome back my good friend Matt Savage. During our conversation we discussed Wrestlemania before it happened, Matt's first competition at blue belt, shit talking in sports, and upcoming local MMA fights.   You can find Matt on Instagram  at IG: bjj_deadpool IG: @supwithmatt Facebook: @MattSavageSUP    https://www.google.com/podcast...

Welcome back, everyone. We made it to #100. On this special episode, Teanna Taylor and I sit with several BJJ personalities from within the community and Instagram to have a Jiu JItsu Roundtable Session. Hangout as we speak with Alex Enriquez about mindset, Johan about the BJJ scene in Sweden, Zack about finding time for life and BJJ, and Paige highlighting the change in culture as we are living t...

It's been awhile since we sat and talked comic stuff, so welcome back to another episode of the Nerdcast where Maryland Phil and I discuss The Batman. We go over our likes and dislikes, our overall score, and our hopes for future installments.   Maryland Phil can be found on Twitter hosting @nerdragecast where he keeps us up to date on the Nerd Rage happenings and comic and movie news.   Thank you...

What's happening friends? This week on the podcast we catch up with Julia Blackburn as she has returned from Rome and competing at the IBJJF Europeans. We discussed her lead up as she stopped off in Atlanta to take part in the Atlanta Open. We also talked about the foods she ate, the communication, and plans moving forward. And we had a visit from my daughter during the episode.   Thank you all fo...

What's up, family? Welcome back to the podcast. This week, I welcome to the show, the hosts of the Razzle Dazzle Podcast, @shutupnut and Nevik. On this episode we talk about the hit ABC show LOST, Jiu JItsu, more LOST, and Halloween.    Thank you everyone for all your downloads and support. I greatly appreciate it all. Each week, the numbers continue to grow. Thank you.    @shutupnut can be found...

Welcome back listeners. As we begin our countdown to episode 100, I welcome back @teanna_taylor_bjj as we discuss her return to competition after over 2 years off of the mats, which included 2 major knee surgeries and Covid shutting down the world. We talk about her feelings after winning Bronze at the IBJJF Europeans, the emotions after victory, and her plans for future competition. Thank you eve...

What's up, everyone? Welcome back for another week of the podcast. This episode was a little chaotic since i was recording while at work. All the same, we had a fun discussion that featured returning guest, Adam Russman. We talked about more Spider-Man, Joe Rogan, family, and Batman. It really was all over the place.   Follow the links below to join the Warriors Lodge Gaming Club on Facebook and M...

This week on the podcast, I welcome Philadelphia fighter, Jamie Colleen. Jamie and I discussed her journey into MMA and battling through injuries. We also talk about being parents and what songs she would choose to dance to if Dancing With the Stars gave her a call.   Thank you everyone for all your downloads and support. I greatly appreciate it all. Each week, the numbers continue to grow. Thank...

What's up, friends and family. Welcome back to another episode of the podcast. This episode, I welcome back Raj from @_opentalk on Instagram. It's not your typical episode with lots of silliness and laughs. This time around, Raj and I talk about grief and processing it. We both share our experiences dealing with losing a close friend and how we managed then and now.    Thank you everyone for all y...

What's up, family? Welcome back to another week of the podcast. This week I had the pleasure of conversing with newly promoted Black Belt in BJJ, Fight to Win flyweight champion at Black Belt, and all around bad ass, Alex Enriquez. Alex and I talked about the challenges she's encountered while pursuing a pro BJJ career, what drives her as a competitor, and who would be her BJJ dream match up.   Th...

Welcome back to the podcast. This week's guest is BJJ competitor, Katie Egan. On this episode Katie shared her jiu jitsu journey up to this point and plans upcoming in the near future. We also, talked about the challenges that she's  faced and her happiest memories, thus far.   Thank you everyone for all your downloads and support. I greatly appreciate it all. Each week, the numbers continue to gr...

What's up, listeners? This episode, I welcome back @johlor80 who has been on previous episodes and this time he is back to talk about UFC 270 and the fallout. We talk about the state of the Men's Flyweight division and when they'll fight again, fighter pay, and what Frances Ngannou will do next.   Thank you everyone for all your downloads and support. I greatly appreciate it all. Each week, the nu...

Greetings, everyone. This week on the podcast, I welcome fellow grappler and recording artist, Lear Kirkland. Lear is a BJJ purple belt, training out of @voyagemartialarts in St. Claire Shores, MI. On this episode we discuss his jiu jitsu journey and also the inspiration behind his album titled, The Gift Rap Vol. 1. Several songs have been used on post throughout Instagram, including "Subs Only",...

What's up,, listeners? This week on the podcast I welcome back my good friend, teammate, and fellow nerd... Joe Huggins. In this episode we discussed training and sacrifice, Covid, Wristlocks, and more Spiderman: No Way Home.   Thank you all for listening to and supporting the podcast. Below, you'll find  info on where to find the shows and additional info.   New Show Alert.... Go give a follow an...

What's going on, nerds? We're back with a super spoiler heavy episode of the podcast involving Spider: No Way Home. This week, I have my good friend Maryland Phil from @nerdrageradioig. We discuss the Giood, the Bad, and the Ugly about the film...although, Phil went real heavy on the good in one setting. We talked our personal feelings and where we think the franchise goes and what we want to see....

This week on the podcast, I welcome Seth Rice who operates @loyaltybjjelko and @loyaltybjjwinn in Nevada. We go into the history of Loyalty BJJ and how Seth ended up where he is as it relates to training and running two gyms. If you stick around until the end, we even talk a little bit about Spider-Man.   Thank you all for listening to and supporting the podcast. Below, you can find out where to l...

Welcome back everyone. This week on the podcast, I welcome Eric and Ally from @armbaraddict. We explore their training origins... the how and the when and the why. We discuss how the journey is different for everyone and did you know.... Ally is on that next level snowboarding game? Tune in to find out more.   I'd like to offer a huge shout out and thank you to @ericgoesham and @allywolski for bei...