• #140 Mark Trowbridge: Designing Beginner's Program, Jiu Jitsu as a Stress Management Tool, Coaching, and More
    Jun 29 2025

    In this episode I chat with Mark Trowbridge, owner of Clarity Jiu Jitsu. We talk about how jiu jitsu is an amazing tool for stress management, anxiety, and some of the deeper benefits beyond the sport. We also talk about Mark's beginner program and how he designs practice for people trying jiu jitsu for the first time. We wrap up with some topics on the mental performance side, being intentional with training, and reflecting after.

    Follow Clarity Jiu Jitsu on Instagram here.

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    Use the code "HELP" to get 10% off Jake's "Less Impressed More Half Guard Passing" instructional. Thanks for supporting the show!

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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • #139 PJ Barch: Influences on Grappling, Self Directed Training, Competition and Coaching
    Jun 22 2025

    In this episode, Jake and I get to hear PJ Barch dive into his biggest grappling influences, pivotal moments along the journey, his evolution as a coach, thoughts on CLA, and vision and hopes for the future. Hope you enjoy!

    Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes! Join our Discord to share thoughts and feedback.

    Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.

    Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!

    Use the code "HELP" to get 10% off Jake's "Less Impressed More Half Guard Passing" instructional. Thanks for supporting the show!

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • #138: Carl Mintern aka SelfSufficientHub: Moderating r/BJJ, Tips for Starting Jiu Jitsu, Teaching, Eco, and More
    Jun 15 2025

    In this episode I chat with Carl Mintern, or better known as SelfSufficientHub on Reddit! He shares his observations as a moderator of r/bjj including common trends, questions, and topics he sees. Then he gives advice on starting jiu jitsu at 45 years old! We pivot into talking about eco, teaching, competing, and wrap up with his thoughts on Sherpa (free iOS journaling app for athletes). Hope you enjoy!

    Links we mentioned:

    • SlimeMoldGrapplingClub - list of games!
    • Greg Souders Passing and Pinning Seminar on Youtube
    • Standard Jiu Jitsu Foundations Class on Youtube
    • Standard Jiu Jitsu All Levels Class on Youtube
    • Ecopalooza Eco Camp Sessions on Youtube
    • "The Lone Nut" Youtube Video

    Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes! Join our Discord to share thoughts and feedback.

    Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.

    Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!

    Use the code "HELP" to get 10% off Jake's "Less Impressed More Half Guard Passing" instructional. Thanks for supporting the show!

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    58 mins
  • #137 Josh's 6th Competition, Greg Souders at 10p Southbay, and Outlier Database Coaching Platform
    Jun 8 2025

    In this episode we go over highs, lows, and lessons from Josh's recent jiu jitsu competition, some takeaways from a training session with Greg Souders at 10p Southbay, and get a preview of what Jake is working on for the Outlier Database. If you want to get on the waitlist for the Outlier Database Coaching Platform sign up here.

    Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes! Join our Discord to share thoughts and feedback.

    Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.

    Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!

    Use the code "HELP" to get 10% off Jake's "Less Impressed More Half Guard Passing" instructional. Thanks for supporting the show!

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    56 mins
  • #136 Pat Campagnola: CLA, Hosting the Eco Camp, Owning a Gym while Working Full Time
    Jun 1 2025

    In this episode, I chat with Pat Campagnola, owner of 10th Planet Springfield, MA. Pat hosted the Eco Camp for Submission Grappling a few weeks ago and we got to talk about lessons he's learned competing, coaching with CLA, hosting the Eco camp, and owning a gym while having a full time job. Hope you enjoy!

    Check out these links from the episode:

    • Eco for Submission Grappling Discord
    • 10th Planet Springfield Youtube Channel
    • Thanks for Rolling Podcast

    Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes! Join our Discord to share thoughts and feedback.

    Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.

    Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!

    Use the code "HELP" to get 10% off Jake's "Less Impressed More Half Guard Passing" instructional. Thanks for supporting the show!

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • #135 Real vs Feel and Thoughts on Competing
    May 25 2025

    In this episode Jake and I talk about the idea of what's real vs what we feel, the difference between what's subjectively happening, and what is objectively happening. We also venture off into talking about competition and some of the stressors, challenges, and mindset that come with competing. Hope you enjoy!

    Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes! Join our Discord to share thoughts and feedback.

    Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.

    Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!

    Use the code "HELP" to get 10% off Jake's "Less Impressed More Half Guard Passing" instructional. Thanks for supporting the show!

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    40 mins
  • #134: Alex Ayliffe: Staytech.jj, Grey Area Skills and Designing Games Around Concepts
    May 18 2025

    Alex Ayliffe (@staytech.jj) shares his insights into "grey area skills" in jiu jitsu and how to bridge concepts directly into practice and game design. Follow Alex on Instagram here. Hope you enjoy!

    Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes! Join our Discord to share thoughts and feedback.

    Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.

    Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!

    Use the code "HELP" to get 10% off Jake's "Less Impressed More Half Guard Passing" instructional. Thanks for supporting the show!

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • #133 Aaron Parham: Designing CLA Games, Moderating r/bjj, Starting Eco Discord, and the Eco Camp
    May 11 2025

    In this episode, I talked to Aaron Parham, the creator of Ecological Dynamics for Submission Grappling, was a moderator on r/bjj, and one of the creators of the Eco Camp. Check out the Sub Grappling Model he created and join the Discord here!

    Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes! Join our Discord to share thoughts and feedback.

    Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% off your first month on Jake's Outlier Database to study match footage, get links to resources, and more.

    Use code “BJJHELP” at submeta.io to try your first month for only $8!

    Use the code "HELP" to get 10% off Jake's "Less Impressed More Half Guard Passing" instructional. Thanks for supporting the show!

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    1 hr and 3 mins