Thicc Boy Mafia

Marty and Mike join the TBM crew for a solid conversation filled with jiu-jitsu talk, gym stories, life experiences, and nonstop laughs. Just a group of friends sitting on the couch talking about whatever comes up. Real conversations. Real people. Welcome to Thicc Boy Mafia.

Welcome back to another episode of Thicc Boy Mafia — where good conversations meet wild hypotheticals and deep dives into the Jiu Jitsu lifestyle. Today, we’re hyped to sit down with a true beast on the mats, high-level competitive black belt Michael Kingrey . In this episode, we dive into his Brazilian Jiu Jitsu journey —how his game has evolved over the years and what it takes to compete at the...

Welcome back to another episode of Thicc Boy Mafia — where we keep it real, crack some jokes, and talk about life the way only we can. No guests today, just the OG TBM crew catching up and having a good time. In this episode, we talk about our recent Brazilian Jiu Jitsu promotions —the struggles, the lessons, and what it means to move up in the ranks. We also get into aging , how our bodies are ho...

Welcome back to another episode of Thicc Boy Mafia ! Today, we’re joined by a very special guest, Klaeton — a man of many talents and endless stories. Raised right here in Fresno, Klaeton ventured out to Los Angeles for a couple of years to explore new opportunities but has since returned to his roots in the Central Valley In this episode, we dive deep into a variety of topics, from his love for m...

Welcome back to another episode of Thicc Boy Mafia , where we bring you real conversations, big laughs, and everything in between. Today, we have a special guest joining us — Al, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu brown belt, owner of Vallejo Prints (a custom apparel company), and a logistics manager with a passion for problem-solving. In this episode, we cover it all! From Al’s journey in BJJ, to his entrepre...

Welcome back to Thicc Boy Mafia! In today's episode, we're thrilled to be joined by a special guest, law enforcement agent Manny. We dive into a variety of engaging topics, starting with Manny's passion for hunting and his thrilling adventures in the wild. We'll also explore his journey through Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, sharing insights and experiences from his training. And to keep things light and fu...

Welcome back to Thicc Boy Mafia! Today, we're excited to welcome back a very special guest, Professor Marty Robles, for his second appearance on the show. Marty was our very first guest, and since then, our podcast has come a long way. In this episode, we dive deep into the world of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, discussing the future of Marty's dojo and his vision for what's ahead. We also take a trip down...

Welcome back to Thicc Boy Mafia! After over a year-long hiatus, we're finally back in action and couldn't be happier to be recording again. In this episode, it's just us, your trusty hosts, shaking off the cobwebs and catching up on everything that's been going on. We dive into our shared passion for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, discussing our latest training experiences and challenges. We'll also chat ab...

Welcome back to Thicc Boy Mafia! Today, it's just us, your regular hosts, bringing you a laid-back and unfiltered episode where we dive deep into our shared passions and interests. We'll be discussing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, sharing stories of our favorite practitioners, and perhaps even touching on the wisdom of Jocko Willink, the enigmatic Mark Zuckerberg, and, of course, our inevitable BJJ-related...

Welcome back to Thicc Boy Mafia! On this episode, we sit down with a special guest, Dr. Cris, a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and a doctor in psychology of business. Dr. Cris shares with us his journey towards becoming a brown belt, the different BJJ styles he's encountered, and how he's dealt with injuries along the way. We also discuss the mental and emotional challenges that come with train...

Welcome to Thicc Boy Mafia! In this episode, we have a very special guest, Miguel Corona, who is both a teacher and a coach. Miguel has a unique story to share with us, as he was an undocumented student who benefited from the DACA program, which helped him achieve his dream of becoming a teacher. We'll dive into his experiences as a soccer coach for a frosh-soph men's team, as well as his thoughts...

Welcome to Thicc Boy Mafia! In this episode, we have a very special guest, David Combs, a former trouble maker in his teen years and Navy veteran. David is here to share some of his alleged stories with us, from his time as a rebellious teenager to his experiences in the military. Specifically, we'll be delving into David's past and hearing about his reputation as the "king" of his neighborhood pa...

Welcome back to Thicc Boy Mafia! In this episode, it's just us - the hosts - and we'll be sharing some insights into the inner workings of our podcast, as well as discussing some of our favorite topics. First up, we'll be talking about how Thicc Boy Mafia got started and our journey so far. From our earliest ideas to our current format, we'll give you a behind-the-scenes look at how we create each...

Welcome to Thicc Boy Mafia! In this episode, we have a very special guest, Henry Badillo, a Navy veteran and brown belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Henry is here to share with us his experiences both in the Navy and in the world of martial arts. Specifically, we'll be discussing Henry's recent trip to Mexico and the cultural differences he encountered there compared to life in the United States. We'll...

Welcome to Thicc Boy Mafia! On today's episode, we are excited to have a special guest, Ryan Luna, a practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine and a teacher. Ryan is here to share his knowledge and experiences with us, as we dive into the world of traditional Chinese medicine and the benefits of a holistic approach to health. We'll also explore Ryan's background and how his passion for martial...

Welcome back to Thicc Boy Mafia! In this episode, we're joined by a very special guest, Taylor, also known as Tay Tay, who is an elementary school teacher with a passion for education, crypto, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and fishing. We'll be chatting with Tay Tay about his experiences as an educator, his thoughts on the education system, and the challenges and rewards of teaching in today's world. But t...

Welcome to Thicc Boy Mafia! On this episode, we are thrilled to have a special guest, Marty Robles, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instructor and owner of his own gym. Marty is an expert in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, a martial art that emphasizes ground fighting and submission holds. In this episode, we dive into the world of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and talk to Marty about his journey from student to instructor, the...