The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast

The sport of BJJ is full of myths and misconceptions. In this episode, I discuss and break down these topics; fundamentals classes, teaching kids, size vs technique, egos, BJJ guys doing takedowns, and more. I can almost guarantee that you have heard of some of these common myths, so be aware of them. If you can think of any BJJ myths that I have missed, feel free to leave them below in the comment section! Please leave a review, subscribe, like, share, and comment if you can. It really helps to grow the show! Contact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.show Instagram: @theeverydayjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21 The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com

Dr. George Touliatos is a biopathologist who specializes in hormone replacement therapy, an ex-bodybuilding champion (2 Greek national titles), and an author. He is one of the leading experts in the world regarding treating the effects of anabolic steroids. We discuss bodybuilding, the benefits and side effects of using testosterone, peptides, PEDs in sports, and more. Let’s hit the weight pile and get jacked with Dr. T. Please leave a review, subscribe, like, share, and comment if you can. It really helps to grow the show! Dr. Touliatos’ Website: Gtoul.com Contact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.show Instagram: @theeverydayjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21 The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com

Todd Fox is a 4th-degree BJJ Black Belt competitor, MMA fighter, Marine, Author, and the Founder of Tour Protection, an international protection agency responsible for protecting dignitaries around the world. He is a lifelong martial artist holding multiple black belts in different disciplines and is an active Use of Force and Defensive Tactics Instructor. We discuss his career in a protection agency, his experience as a BJJ competitor, staying safe while traveling overseas, self-defense tactics, challenge matches, and other topics. This was a fascinating conversation with an absolute legend, Mr. Todd Fox. Please leave a review, subscribe, like, share, and comment if you can. It really helps to grow the show! Todd’s Contacts: IG: @tourtraining BIZ WEB: TourProtection.com PERS WEB: ToddAFox.com Author: https://www.amazon.in/stores/Todd%20Fox/author/B0069GDGSM Contact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.show Instagram: @theeverydayjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21 The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com

Derek “Cat” Clarke is a BJJ Black Belt and the owner of the Canadian fight promotion Fight League Atlantic. Based out of Nova Scotia, FLA is one of the premier MMA and Grappling promotions from the Canadian East Coast. Fight League Atlantic works hard to provide a platform for up and coming Canadian fighters to showcase their skills, helping to push them toward the UFC octagon. We discuss the highs and lows of the fight promotion business, near-death experiences, and the ideal rules for Grappling and MMA. Please leave a review, subscribe, like, share, and comment if you can. It really helps to grow the show! Fight League Atlantic Instagram: @flagrappling Website: https://fightleagueatlantic.com/ Contact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.show Instagram: @theeverydayjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21 The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com

Theo Fleury is a retired Canadian Hockey player. He is a Stanley Cup Champion, World Junior Champion, Olympic Gold Medalist, public speaker, and best-selling author. On the ice, he was known for his toughness and his ability to score despite his small stature. This was a raw, vulnerable, and profound conversation with one of the biggest legends in Hockey. We discuss God, Hockey, communism, fighting, childhood trauma, addiction, and so much more. Lace your skates up tight because this one gets spicy! Please leave a review, subscribe, like, share, and comment if you can. It really helps to grow the show! Theo’s Contact: www.TheoFleury.life Instagram: @theofleury14 Contact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.show Instagram: @theeverydayjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21 The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com

I talk about promotions in BJJ, how to know when a student is ready for promotion, false positives, kid promotions, belt tests, and more. Please leave a review, subscribe, like, share, and comment if you can. It really helps to grow the show! Contact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.show Instagram: @theeverydayjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21 The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com

Jozef Chen is a high-level Jiu-Jitsu competitor and Dima Murovanni is quickly becoming one of the most followed coaches today in the Jiu-Jitsu world. Jozef recently won the ADCC European Trials and will be competing in the ADCC World Championships later this year. We discuss why these guys compete, how they run their training sessions, street fights, pro wrestling, and much more! Enjoy my conversation with Jozef and Dima. Apollo 17 Liftoff from Moon - December 14, 1972: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9HQfauGJaTs Instagram: @dima_murovanni @jozefchenjj Jozef's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/JozefChenGrappling?fbclid=PAAaZefO_IxkR-s39jQ550FBpfW4mqW7Mf4Ah0KL6_Xusp4lBDzY5LmvcZMWI_aem_ASD3Vm1pQ-UKjKZA2Vk5zNFDk839OAqYFungEb7O9oJo5O5VyYmd5YG6G78sSijYaM8 Contact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.show Instagram: @theeverydayjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21 The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com

In this episode, I discuss refereeing for beginners. Learning how to ref is a very good way to gain a better understanding of the game, as well as becoming a more effective coach and competitor. The role of the referee is incredibly important in Jiu-Jitsu competition, and should absolutely be done to the best of one’s ability. This position requires knowledge, humility, patience, stress management, and the ref’s undivided attention. The referee should never steal the show in a grappling match; a competition is about the expression of the two athletes competing against each other. However, one mistake on the part of the referee can completely change the outcome of a match. I discuss my reasons for being a referee, refereeing kid’s matches, fairness of outcome, tips, and tricks, and becoming the ref that every competitor wants calling their matches. Enjoy! Contact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.show Instagram: @theeverydayjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21 The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com

This week I talk about developing potential instructors and mentors in Jiu Jitsu. I love this topic because I believe one of my main goals as a BJJ coach is to develop not only competent Jiu-Jitsu players but effective mentors (who can also create effective mentors) as well. I discuss identifying these special individuals in the room, ways you can support them through their journey, helping them navigate through potential obstacles, imposter syndrome, and creating a fun gym culture that fosters growth. Excelling in any skill often requires the support and guidance of a great mentor, and our sport is no different. This is a special position that shouldn’t be taken lightly, and can really positively impact someone’s life. Contact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.show Instagram: @theeverydayjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21 The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com

This week is all about the Donkey Guard! This position has recently gained popularity in the current BJJ landscape, but it has actually been around for many years. One thing I absolutely hate in Jiu Jitsu is when my opponent knows more than me, especially in a position or a system that I have completely failed to address! Therefore, it was absolutely critical that I learned the power of this underappreciated position. The Donkey Guard is simple to use and very effective. You can use it to sweep and submit your opponent under many rule sets. It is also an asymmetrical position in that you have the ability to attack your opponent and they do not have the ability to attack you. Furthermore, I was shocked at how seamlessly the Donkey Guard fit into my pre-existing game. I hope in a short amount of time, you can smash your training partners and opponents with the reverse cow girl… I mean, reverse closed (donkey) guard. Further Study/Resources: -Reverse Cowgirl… I Mean Closed Guard by Owen Jones -The Donkey Guard by Jeff Glover -Matt Kwan vs Daniel Sathler 2023 IBJJF Portland Open (Heelhook from Donkey Guard): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJQ0iENvDFI Matt Kwan vs Daniel Sathler IBJJF Portland Open 2023 Black Belt Adult Middleweight Division www.youtube.com -Donkey Guard Escape!! How to address this powerful and annoying position: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3tIUdDoRcs&t=3s Contact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.show Instagram: @theeverydayjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21 The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com

Riccardo Ammendolia is the first Black Belt under the Mendes brothers, the matchmaker for Who’s Number One fight promotion, and a frequent commentator for FloGrappling. We discuss his start in Jiu Jitsu, the Mendes brothers, the growth of BJJ, and dream match-ups. Enjoy my conversation with Riccardo “Baleia” Ammendolia. IG: @riccardoammendoliabjj YouTube: www.youtube.com/@RiccardoAmmendoliaBJJ/videos Contact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.show Instagram: @theeverydayjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21 The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com

Seb Lavoie, CEO of Raven Strategic, brings a wealth of experience as a retired RCMP divisional Sgt. Major, Combatives Expert and BJJ Blackbelt, boasting sixteen years immersed in the tactical realm. In this captivating episode, we delve into Seb’s journey following his recent trans-tibial amputation, exploring his remarkable recovery, aspirations for returning to the mats, insights on leadership, reflections on politics, and some conspiracy theories (I couldn’t help myself). Enjoy my conversation with Seb Lavoie. How to reach Seb: Website: Ravenstrategik.com IG: @slavccmdr Contact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.show Instagram: @theeverydayjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21 The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com

Today is all about the preparation of food! I am a red seal chef in the culinary arts with over 15 years in professional kitchens, and this episode is all about helping you become a better cook. I share with you what I believe to be the 10 biggest tips to improve your culinary ability, my experiences in the industry, and why food is so special to the human experience. Please leave comments in the comment section and enjoy the show! Books: Culinary Artistry: https://www.amazon.ca/Culinary-Artistry-Andrew-Dornenburg/dp/0471287857 Flavor Bible: The Essential Guide To Culinary Creativity, Based on the Wisdom of America’s Most Imaginative Chefs: https://www.amazon.ca/Flavor-Bible-Essential-Creativity-Imaginative/dp/0316118400 Contact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.show Instagram: @theeverydayjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21 The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com

Brandon Mccaghren is an Eddie Bravo Black Belt, the Owner and Head Coach at 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu Decatur, and a regular colour commentator for FloGrappling in various professional BJJ promotions. We discuss running a successful academy, teaching kids, upcoming matches, steroids, and more. Enjoy this chat with the man who created “I dominated Eddie” (link included below). B-Mac’s stuff: -Instagram: @brandonmc.ninja -YouTube: Brandon Mccaghren -Brandon’s Online Academy: bmac.mykajabi.com -I Dominated Eddie- Eddie Bravo vs Royler Gracie- Metamoris 3: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WvBY_-A96pE Contact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.show Instagram: @theessentialjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21 The Essential Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com

Brian Glick is a 3rd degree Black Belt under John Danaher, the owner and head instructor of Brooklyn BJJ, and a world-renowned grappling coach. Brian cut his teeth in the legendary blue basement at Renzo Gracie New York and has trained with some of the best MMA fighters and grapplers in the world. We discuss takedowns for BJJ applications, safe training, and the evolution of the sport. INSTRUCTIONALS: https://bjjfanatics.com/products/under-pressure-leg-entanglements-by-brian-glick https://bjjfanatics.com/products/half-butterfly-mastery-by-brian-glick https://bjjfanatics.com/products/under-pressure-retention-recovery-and-attacking-from-guard-by-brian-glick INSTAGRAM @bzglick YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/@bzglick Contact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.show Instagram: @theessentialjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21 The Essential Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com Chapters: 00:30 Intro 01:19 Brian Glick begins BJJ 11:09 Takedowns for BJJ 19:28 What takedowns are worth learning? 28:24 Takedowns for beginners 34:03 Takedowns for Sport BJJ 38:27 Injuries 45:48 Ecological training 54:15 Brian’s pedagogy 1:03:51 The evolution of BJJ 1:10:10 John Danaher 1:20:10 Outro

Stuart Cooper is a BJJ Black Belt, renowned videographer, competitor, and instructor. Born in England, he now resides in my hometown of Vancouver. We extensively discuss the stem cell treatment he received at the Cellular Performance Institute in Tijuana, Mexico. His experience at CPI gives hope to anyone who has sustained a major injury or is dealing with illness without conventional medical solutions. We also discuss how Stuart used videography to travel and train all over the world, injuries, and PED’s. Be sure to check out Stuart’s videos and the Cellular Performance Institute (both linked below). Stuart Cooper is a BJJ Black Belt, renowned videographer, competitor, and instructor. Born in England, he now resides in my hometown of Vancouver. We extensively discuss the stem cell treatment he received at the Cellular Performance Institute in Tijuana, Mexico. His experience at CPI gives hope to anyone who has sustained a major injury or is dealing with illness without conventional medical solutions. We also discuss how Stuart used videography to travel and train all over the world, injuries, and PED’s. Be sure to check out Stuart’s videos and the Cellular Performance Institute (both linked below). Stuart Cooper and Cellular Performance Institute: www.YouTube.com/stuartcooperfilms www.Cellularperformanceinstitute.com Instagram: @stuartcooperfilms @cpistemcells Contact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.show Instagram: @theessentialjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21 The Essential Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com

Having an effective top game in Jiu Jitsu is directly correlated with the integrity of your base. In this week’s podcast, I discuss concepts and strategies that will help you improve your top game; layers of guard, half guard passing, camping, blading, and pinning. I hope you can use this episode to absolutely terrorize your training partners from the top position! Contact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.show Instagram: @theessentialjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21 The Essential Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com

This week’s episode is all about developing and harnessing your confidence in Jiu-Jitsu. Great achievers throughout history almost always had incredible confidence, and great competitive martial artists are no different. Confidence is one of the most important pieces to a champion’s mindset. But how do we develop confidence and be able to use it when it really counts in competition? I talk about habits and steps that do just this, plus imposter syndrome and returning to the mats after long layoffs. Enjoy the podcast! Contact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.show Instagram: @theessentialjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21 The Essential Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/

Ben Wilson is the host of the podcast “How To Take Over The World.” He analyzes the lives of great figures throughout history and discusses the traits that made them successful. I am a huge fan of history, and this is easily one of my favorite podcasts to listen to. We discussed history (obviously), military warfare, religion, and politically correct culture. If you haven’t checked out Ben’s show, I highly recommend it. Enjoy my conversation with Ben Wilson. How to find Ben: Twitter: @BenWilsonTweets Website: takeoverpod.com Contact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.show Instagram: @theessentialjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21 The Essential Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/

Pierre-Olivier Leclerc is a Firas Zahabi black belt from Tristar Gym in Montreal, Canada. He is a high-level instructor and competitor and frequently trains at B-Team in Austin, Texas. He is the purveyor of the Leclerc Jiu-Jitsu Online Academy, and a pretty great dude overall. I have had the pleasure of training with PO multiple times when he visited Vancouver in 2023, and I can vouch for his abilities and knowledge in the sport of BJJ. We discuss our approaches to injury, pedagogy, and our biggest fear. I hope you enjoy this conversation with PO Leclerc! PO’s Online Academy & sponsor: leclercjiujitsu.com rollforeverbjj.com Contact/Support The Show: Website: ejjp.show Instagram: @theessentialjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21 The Essential Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/