Episodes
Monday Mar 02, 2020
Monday Mar 02, 2020
Jiu-Jitsu Dummies, Episode 14. The Dummies welcome Freddy Trillo from the Trillo JiuJitsu Academy in Miami Florida. We discuss:
- How he was almost killed as a rookie Police Officer
- How he got his start in Jiu Jitsu
- Benefits of Jiu-Jitsu for all Law Enforcement
- What percentage of law enforcement departments are teaching jiu-jitsu?
- Gi vs NoGi training
- How do you avoid becoming too “sport centric” in your jiu-jitsu?
- Would you promote a student who doesn’t train in gi?
- Should teachers learn jiu-jitsu and should schools provide the training?
Great video from the Gracie's discussed in the podcast: Why Kids Quit Jiu-Jitsu (& How to Prevent it!)
- Check out the podcast and foundation's GoFundMe to donate to our Jiu-Jitsu Scholarship Program
- Become a Podcast Patron to enter our $100 or more monthly Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Raffle at Patreon.com/jiujitsudummies
Thank you to Episode Sponsors:
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Special thanks to Flow Kimonos
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This episode is also sponsored by the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store. Get 10% OFF with code: dummiespod14
Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter or at info@jiujitsudummies.com to submit questions for consideration on the show.
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Sunday Feb 16, 2020
Sunday Feb 16, 2020
Jiu-Jitsu Dummies, Episode 13. The Dummies welcome SubStars Founder Alex Kruger-Dobrota and Director of Operations Dru Phoenix. We discuss:
- Alex's background in the Marines
- Motivation behind starting SubStars
- What sets SubStars apart from all other Jiu-Jitsu events
- SubStars involvement with Mission 22 and the We Defy Foundation
- How Sumo plays into the SubStars event on February 21st in Miami
- Does he wash his gi belt? The answer may surprise you!
- Listener questions and tons of GIVEAWAYS!!
- And of course, the stacked card including some of today's most popular UFC fighters
Main Fight Card:
- Main Event – Dustin “The Diamond” Poirier vs Garry “The Lion Killer” Tonon
- Co-Main Event- Roberto “Cyborg” Abreu vs Rafael Lovato Jr
- Co-Main Event – Gordon “The King” Ryan vs Aaron “Tex” Johnson
- Gi – Patrick Gaudio vs Keenan Cornelius
CELEBRITY SUMO (Round Robin best 2 of 3) – Anthony “Rumble” Johnson vs Curtis “Razor” Blaydes vs Yamamotoyama (600 lbs Heaviest Japanese Sumo wrestler in history) vs Takeshi (210 lbs Japanese Sumo Champion)
- NoGi – Vagner Rocha vs Thiago Moises
- Gi – Maggie Grindatti vs Luiza Monteiro
- NoGi – Enrico Cocco vs Ethan Crelinsten
- NoGi – Nick Rodriguez vs Roosevelt Sousa
- Gi – Felipe Porto Schiavon vs Eduardo Roque
- NoGi – Andy Perez vs Alex Moran
- NoGi – Jasmine Rocha vs Nathalia Santoro
- NoGi – Hector Acosta vs Carlos Andrade
- NoGi – Elijah Castanon vs Carlos Sainz
- More were added since the recording of this podcast
- Check out the podcast and foundation's GoFundMe to donate to our Jiu-Jitsu Scholarship Program
- Become a Podcast Patron to enter our $100 or more monthly Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Raffle at Patreon.com/jiujitsudummies
Thank you to Episode Sponsors:
FightBack CBD - Get 15% off your next order with Code: JJD
Special thanks to Flow Kimonos
Want us to Shout-Out you, your gym or your products/brand on the show? Visit https://www.patreon.com/jiujitsudummies to become a Show Patron or Sponsor for as little as $5 per month!
This episode is also sponsored by the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store. Get 10% OFF with code: dummiespod13
Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter or at info@jiujitsudummies.com to submit questions for consideration on the show.
Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.
Monday Jan 27, 2020
Monday Jan 27, 2020
Jiu-Jitsu Dummies, Episode 12. The Dummies welcome young Jiu-Jitsu stand out Jacob "The Bull" Brown. Jacob trains under the Mendes Brothers at the AOJ Academy in Costa Mesa, California. We discuss:
- How he got his start in Jiujitsu and martial arts?
- How did the idea to move from NY to Cali to train with the Mendes bro’s come about?
- What’s it like training in such an elite gym under such accomplished coaches at AOJ Academy?
- So what’s a normal day like for Jacob The Bull?...training, workouts, etc...
- Current/recent titles?
- How his parents are involved with his training? Getting back and forth to training etc.?
- Recovery regimen?
- Hobbies or interests outside of Jiu-Jitsu and Martial Arts?
- What’s next in 2020? Tournaments? Super fights?
- Check out the podcast and the foundation's GoFundMe to donate to our Scholarship Program
- Become a Podcast Patron to enter our $100 or more monthly Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Raffle at Patreon.com/jiujitsudummies
- Listener questions and tons of GIVEAWAYS!!
Thank you to Episode Sponsors:
BareBone Recovery Gel - Get 10% off your next order with Code: JJD
FightBack CBD - Get 15% off your next order with Code: JJD
Want us to Shout-Out you, your gym or your products/brand on the show?Visit https://www.patreon.com/jiujitsudummies to become a Show Patron or Sponsor for as little as $5 per month!
This episode is also sponsored by Choke Responsibly Jiu Jitsu T-Shirts and Rash Guards who run the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store. Get 10% OFF with code: dummiespod12
Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter or at info@jiujitsudummies.com to submit questions for consideration on the show.
Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.
Sunday Dec 15, 2019
Sunday Dec 15, 2019
Jiu-Jitsu Dummies, Episode 11. The Dummies welcome Artist and Purple Belt Diane Portwood under AJ Sousa at GFT Fort Lauderdale. They discuss:
- How she became paralyzed and fought her way back
- What Jiu-Jitsu meant to her recovery
- What guys should do if they touch a boob during a roll
- Diane donates one of her pieces to the show for the December Podcast Patron Raffle
- Check out the podcast and the foundation's GoFundMe to donate to our Scholarship Program
- Become a Podcast Patron to enter our $100 or more monthly Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Raffle at Patreon.com/jiujitsudummies
- Listener questions and tons of GIVEAWAYS!!
Thank you to Episode Sponsors:
BareBone Recovery Gel - Get 10% off your next order with Code: JJD
FightBack CBD - Get 15% off your next order with Code: JJD
OSSPOP Jiu Jitsu Clothing Company
Want us to Shout-Out you, your gym or your products/brand on the show?Visit https://www.patreon.com/jiujitsudummies to become a Show Patron or Sponsor for as little as $5 per month!
This episode is also sponsored by Choke Responsibly Jiu Jitsu T-Shirts and Rash Guards who run the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store. Get 10% OFF with code: dummiespod11
Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter or at info@jiujitsudummies.com to submit questions for consideration on the show.
Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.
Monday Nov 25, 2019
Monday Nov 25, 2019
Jiu-Jitsu Dummies, Episode 10. The Dummies discuss:
- 'The Jiu Jitsu Dummies Foundation' and our new Jiu-Jitsu Scholarship Program
- Check out the podcast and the foundation's GoFundMe to donate to our Scholarship Program
- Become a Podcast Patron to enter our $100 or more monthly Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast raffle at Patreon.com/jiujitsudummies
- Listener questions and tons of GIVEAWAYS!!
Thank you to Episode Sponsors:
BareBone Recovery Gel - Get 10% off your next order with Code: JJD
FightBack CBD - Get 15% off your next order with Code: JJD
OSSPOP Jiu Jitsu Clothing Company
Want us to Shout-Out you, your gym or your products/brand on the show?Visit https://www.patreon.com/jiujitsudummies to become a Show Patron or Sponsor for as little as $5 per month!
This episode is also sponsored by Choke Responsibly Jiu Jitsu T-Shirts and Rash Guards who run the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store. Get 10% OFF with code: dummiespod10
Pop over to our Youtube Page for SPECIAL Episode GIVEAWAY. Follow the direction in the episode to enter.
Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter or at info@jiujitsudummies.com to submit questions for consideration on the show.
Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.
Product Recommendations:
The Dummies highly recommend Massage Gun Therapy for both pre and post-workout along with 10 to 15 mins of stretching. We reviewed several Massagers and discussed them on the show. Here is our top pick: Booster Pro 2 Percussion Massage Therapy Gun
We often mention the book "Jiu Jitsu University" By Saulo Ribeiro on the podcast. We highly recommend that anyone who trains, plans to train or has a child that trains Jiu-Jitsu should purchase this book. It's worth every penny: Jiu-Jitsu University
Tuesday Nov 12, 2019
Tuesday Nov 12, 2019
Jiu-Jitsu Dummies, Episode 9. Junior and Milton discuss:
- Comparing yourself to your training partners
- Why do you train? Training should be you against yourself, right?
- What do I do when I’m hurt and can’t train, supplemental training
Become a Podcast Patron to enter our $100 or more monthly Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast raffle at Patreon/jiujitsudummies
Check out the podcast and The Jiu Jitsu Dummies Foundation's GoFundMe to donate to our Scholarship Program
Thank you to Episode Sponsors:
OSSPOP Jiu Jitsu Clothing Company
and
FightBack CBD - Get 10% off your next order with Code: JJD
Want us to Shout-Out you, your gym or your products/brand on the show?Visit https://www.patreon.com/jiujitsudummies to become a Show Patron or Sponsor for as little as $5 per month!
This episode is also sponsored by Choke Responsibly Jiu Jitsu T-Shirts and Rash Guards who run the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store. Pop over to our Youtube Page for SPECIAL Episode GIVEAWAY. Follow the direction in the episode to enter.
Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter or at info@jiujitsudummies.com to submit questions for consideration on the show.
Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.
Product Recommendations:
The Dummies highly recommend Massage Gun Therapy for both pre and post-workout along with 10 to 15 mins of stretching. We reviewed several Massagers and discussed them on the show. Here is our top pick: Booster Pro 2 Percussion Massage Therapy Gun
We often mention the book "Jiu Jitsu University" By Saulo Ribeiro on the podcast. We highly recommend that anyone who trains, plans to train or has a child that trains Jiu-Jitsu should purchase this book. It's worth every penny: Jiu-Jitsu University
Sunday Oct 27, 2019
Sunday Oct 27, 2019
Jiu-Jitsu Dummies, Episode 8. Junior and Milton discuss promotions...asking your coach about your next promotion (DON'T EVER DO THIS) and feeling unworthy of your new rank. They also touch on the moment students realize how much they still have to learn. SPOILER ALERT, that feeling never goes away!
Become a Podcast Patron to enter our $100 or more monthly Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast raffle at patreon.com/jiujitsudummies
Check out the podcast and The Jiu Jitsu Dummies Foundation's GoFundMe to donate to our Scholarship Program
Thank you to Episode Sponsors:
OSSPOP Jiu Jitsu Clothing Company
and
FightBack CBD - Get 10% off your next order with Code: JJD
Want us to Shout-Out you, your gym or your products/brand on the show? Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies to become a Show Patron or Sponsor for as little as $5 per month!
This episode is also sponsored by Choke Responsibly Jiu Jitsu T-Shirts and Rash Guards who run the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store. Pop over to our Youtube Page for SPECIAL Episode GIVEAWAY. Follow the direction in the episode to enter.
Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter or at info@jiujitsudummies.com to submit questions for consideration on the show.
Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.
Product Recommendations:
The Dummies highly recommend Massage Gun Therapy for both pre and post-workout along with 10 to 15 mins of stretching. We reviewed several Massagers and discussed them on the show. Here is our top pick: Booster Pro 2 Percussion Massage Therapy Gun
We often mention the book "Jiu Jitsu University" By Saulo Ribeiro on the podcast. We highly recommend that anyone who trains, plans to train or has a child that trains Jiu-Jitsu should purchase this book. It's worth every penny: Jiu-Jitsu University
Monday Oct 07, 2019
Monday Oct 07, 2019
Jiu-Jitsu Dummies, Episode 7. We talk to Justin McCleeny from FightBack CBD. We learn about why he got into the CBD game, how he's giving back to the Jiu-Jitsu community, we answer listener questions about CBD, and a whole lot more! Listen all the way thru to find out who actually washes their Jiu-Jitsu belt...the results are shocking!
Become a Podcast Patron to enter our $100 or more monthly Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast raffle at patreon.com/jiujitsudummies
Check out the podcast and The Jiu Jitsu Dummies Foundation's GoFundMe to donate to our Scholarship Program
Thank you to this Episodes Listener Giveaway Sponsor OSSPOP Jiu Jitsu Clothing Company. Two lucky listeners will be awarded a Coupon Codes for the purchase of one of their amazing tees! Two lucky listeners will also receive a bottle of CBD from FightBack CBD.
Want us to Shout-Out you, your gym or your products/brand on the show? Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies to become a Show Patron or Sponsor for as little as $5 per month!
This episode is also sponsored by Choke Responsibly Jiu Jitsu T-Shirts and Rash Guards who run the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store. Pop over to our Youtube Page for SPECIAL Episode GIVEAWAY. Follow the direction in the episode to enter.
Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter or at info@jiujitsudummies.com to submit questions for consideration on the show.
Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.
Product Recommendations:
The Dummies highly recommend Massage Gun Therapy for both pre and post-workout along with 10 to 15 mins of stretching. We reviewed several Massagers and discussed them on the show. Here is our top pick: Booster Pro 2 Percussion Massage Therapy Gun
We often mention the book "Jiu Jitsu University" By Saulo Ribeiro on the podcast. We highly recommend that anyone who trains, plans to train or has a child that trains Jiu-Jitsu should purchase this book. It's worth every penny: Jiu-Jitsu University
Sunday Aug 25, 2019
Jiu Jitsu Dummies, Ep.6, BJJ for Kids With ADHD/ADD and Training Burnout
Sunday Aug 25, 2019
Sunday Aug 25, 2019
Jiu-Jitsu Dummies, Episode 6. We talk about BJJ for kids with ADHD/ADD and how much training is too much. We also get to know little more about our resident White Belt Raul. He opens up about his kidney transplant, recent cancer scare and how he's been getting back into his training.
Become a Podcast Patron to enter our $100 or more monthly Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast raffle at patreon.com/jiujitsudummies
Check out the podcast and The Jiu Jitsu Dummies Foundation's GoFundMe to donate to our Scholarship Program
Want us to Shout-Out you, your gym or your products/brand on the show? Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies to become a Show Patron or Sponsor for as little as $5 per month!
As always the Dummies will address listener questions, giveaway podcast t-shirts, mugs, CBD...and having some laughs while doing it.
This episode is sponsored by Choke Responsibly Jiu Jitsu T-Shirts and Rash Guards and 100% THC FREE CBD from FightBack CBD.
If we answered your question on this episode you'll be receiving a $50 coupon code good towards a purchase of anything from our podcast store on Choke Responsibly. Two of the same listeners will also receive a bottle of CBD from FightBack CBD.
Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter or at info@jiujitsudummies.com to submit questions for consideration on the show.
Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.
Product Recommendations:
The Dummies highly recommend Massage Gun Therapy for both pre and post-workout along with 10 to 15 mins of stretching. We reviewed several Massagers and discussed them on the show. Here is our top pick: Booster Pro 2 Percussion Massage Therapy Gun
We often mention the book "Jiu Jitsu University" By Saulo Ribeiro on the podcast. We highly recommend that anyone who trains, plans to train or has a child that trains Jiu-Jitsu should purchase this book. It's worth every penny: Jiu-Jitsu University
Monday Jul 29, 2019
Monday Jul 29, 2019
Jiu-Jitsu Dummies, Episode 5, We talk PTSD and SubStars Jiu-Jitsu Dru Phoenix. Dru is a Marine Veteran and Brown Belt under Aj Sousa out of GFTeam Ft. Lauderdale. He is the CEO of the Average Family Tribe, a non-profit dedicated to teaching underserved youth Jiu-Jitsu, basic life skills, and entrepreneurship. In addition, he is also the Director of Operations of Substars Jiu-Jitsu.
Become a Podcast Patron to enter our $100 or more monthly Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast raffle at patreon.com/jiujitsudummies
Check out the podcast and The Jiu Jitsu Dummies Foundation's GoFundMe to donate to our Scholarship Program
Want us to Shout-Out you, your gym or your products/brand on the show? Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies to become a Show Patron or Sponsor for as little as $5 per month!
As always the Dummies will address listener questions, giveaway podcast t-shirts, mugs, CBD...and having some laughs while doing it.
This episode is sponsored by Choke Responsibly Jiu Jitsu T-Shirts and Rash Guards and 100% THC FREE CBD from FightBack CBD.
If we answered your question on this episode you'll be receiving a podcast t-shirt and coffee mug from Choke Responsibly Jiu Jitsu Apparel. Two of the same listeners will also receive a bottle of CBD from Fight Back CBD.
Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter or at info@jiujitsudummies.com to submit questions for consideration on the show.
Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.
Product Recommendations:
The Dummies highly recommend Massage Gun Therapy for both pre and post-workout along with 10 to 15 mins of stretching. We reviewed several Massagers and discussed them on the show. Here is our top pick: Booster Pro 2 Percussion Massage Therapy Gun
We often mention the book "Jiu Jitsu University" By Saulo Ribeiro on the podcast. We highly recommend that anyone who trains, plans to train or has a child that trains Jiu-Jitsu should purchase this book. It's worth every penny: Jiu-Jitsu University