Brett Summers

The Grapple Of Your Eye

Sports EN ↓ 83 episodes

Every week we explores the many branches of the grappling tree including Wrestling, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Judo, Sambo, through to MMA.

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Brett Summers

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Ep. 8: Ian “Mongoose” Jones 06.02.2025 58:38

In this week's episode we chat with Ian "Mongoose" Jones a BJJ Black Belt, M.M.A. fighter, and former Muay Thai Champion, Kickboxing Champion, and World Catch Wrestling Champion. https://youtu.be/p42P9jH3oCo

Ep. 7: Bryony Tyrell 30.01.2025 35:46

In this week's episode we chat with Bryony Tyrell, the reigning Snake Pit Catch Wrestling World Flyweight Champion, British Freestyle Wrestling Champion and Pro MMA Champion.  Bryony trains with New Generation Martial Arts, Team CrossFace, and Wessex Olympic Wrestling. https://youtu.be/-Vvu8_BU81s Bryony's Upcoming Match: https://www.instagram.com/p/DEkqGCdMNQb/ Bryony at the Snake Pit 2014 W...

Ep. 6: Trevor Hoskins 23.01.2025 1:04:44

In this week's episode we chat to one of the busiest men in British Wrestling, Trevor Hoskins. He is a long-term volunteer who works as the British Wrestling Membership Secretary, Club Coach, Coach Education, Competition Support, and Regional Squad Manager. What does this involve? How does he fit it all in? Find out in this...... Continue Reading →

Ep. 5: Kev Lloyd 16.01.2025 25:50

In this week's episode we chat to Catch Wrestling world championship competitor Kev Lloyd - a man who walks the line between professional wrestling and catch wrestling. We discuss his experiences in both and his job as one of the main trainers of the world famous Wigan Snake Pit! https://youtu.be/DGb5bxEAlig

Ep. 4: Martin “Farmer” Burns 09.01.2025 11:17

In this episode we focus on grappling and fitness pioneer Martin "Farmer" Burns. https://youtu.be/er3D4iBHv1k You can read Burns' Lessons in Wrestling and Physical Culture HERE.

Ep. 3: The Great Gama 02.01.2025 7:44

In Episode 3 we turn our attention to the legend that is The Great Gama. A wrestler who went undefeated in a career spanning more than 52 years! https://youtu.be/7_pLX3jULjA

Ep. 2: Leontiskos of Messene 01.01.2025 3:26

In Episode 2 we look at Leontiskos of Messene, a prominent ancient Greek wrestler renowned for his unconventional and controversial technique of finger bending. https://youtu.be/KRS8qPyqTro SHOW NOTES: Leontiskos of Messene was a prominent ancient Greek wrestler renowned for his unconventional and controversial technique of finger bending. He secured two Olympic victories in the men's wrestling......

Ep.1: The History of Wrestling – An Ancient and Evolving Art Form 31.12.2024 4:32

Welcome to our first episode which serves more as a trailer of what is to come. It is short but sweet but stay tuned for a lot more in the future. https://youtu.be/fQ1GIiWeNac SHOW NOTES: Wrestling is one of humanity’s oldest forms of combat, with roots stretching back thousands of years. It has been practiced across...... Continue Reading →