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Off the Mats Podcast

Off the Mats Podcast

By: Jake Dante
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The Off the Mats Podcast is hosted by Jake Dante, a jiu jitsu practitioner in Maryland and all around regular guy. On the show, various topics are discussed ranging from training to dealing with injury and mental health as it relates to martial arts. We also talk about other topics outside of that realm that can go anywhere from comic books to films to pro wrestling and even just general family life.Copyright 2020 All rights reserved. Combat Sports & Self-Defense Social Sciences Wrestling
Episodes
  • Off the Mats Podcast #261- The Moetivate Brand
    May 26 2025

    What's up, friends and family? This week on the podcast, Moe Brown returns to catch us up on everything he’s been up to both on and off the mats. Moe discusses launching his own clothing brand and his mission to give back by sponsoring emerging athletes. He shares the creative inspiration behind his designs and why this venture means more than just merch.

    We also dive into his volunteer work teaching jiu-jitsu at local preschools and how he finds balance between training, work, and other physical activities. Of course, no Off the Mats episode is complete without a little talk about jiu-jitsu injuries—this time, we compare our battle-scarred fingers.

    We shift gears to discuss the current MMA landscape, including the enduring mystique of Conor McGregor and the latest news on Jon Jones. As a bonus, we talk scary movies and what makes them great, then wrap things up with a fun rapid-fire round.

    To keep up with Moe, you can follow him on Instagram at @moetivate444 and his clothing brand @officialmoetivatebrand

    We want to shout out @johnsfitmeals

    Head over and use promo code Mad10, and you'll get 10% off.

    Thank you, again, to everyone for listening to and supporting the podcast up to this point. Below, you'll find info on where to find the shows and social media. Tell a friend to tell a friend.

    Listeners get 20% off their purchase at simpleleaf.com and bjjwholesale.com with the code "BJJWIKI." Go check out @socialmediastrategiesthatwork. The account is operated by friend to the podcast and frequent guest @bjjmomma. Go give a follow and listen to @so_you_like_horror on Instagram and listen to the new episodes on Spotify. https://spoti.fi/3Jqrrxj The show is available on MANY PLATFORMS. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook.com/offthematspodcast Instagram @offthematspodcast TikTok https://bit.ly/3FTEZAd WRITE INTO THE SHOW Email: offthemats2020@gmail.com

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    1 hr and 28 mins
  • Off the Mats Nerdcast #17- The Thunderbolts*
    May 19 2025

    What's up, nerds? This week on the podcast, Maryland Phil joins me for a deep dive into Marvel’s Thunderbolts—or the New Avengers? We unpack our thoughts and feelings on the recent film, including our personal ratings out of 10 and what the name change might signal for the MCU’s future. We take a closer look at each character’s arc and background, drawing comparisons to Suicide Squad along the way.

    Our conversation expands into a broader critique of the MCU’s various phases, its growing collection of TV shows, and how the Multiverse Saga might eventually wrap up. From standout character development to some serious storytelling missteps, we break it all down with our “Good, Bad, and Ugly” segment. And because we can't help ourselves, there's also a random sidebar about Tim Burton. It’s chaotic, nerdy, and packed with opinions—just the way we like it.

    Maryland Phil can be found on Twitter hosting @nerdragecast where he keeps us updated on the Nerd Rage happenings and comic and movie news. He's also on Instagram at @metalliphil

    Thank you all for listening to and supporting the podcast. Below, you'll find info on where to find the shows and social media.

    Go give a follow and listen to @so_you_like_horror on Instagram and listen to the new episode on Spotify

    https://spoti.fi/3Jqrrxj

    The show is available on MANY PLATFORMS

    FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA

    Facebook.com/offthematspodcast

    Instagram @offthematspodcast

    Twitter @offthematspod1

    TikTok https://bit.ly/3FTEZAd

    WRITE IN TO THE SHOW

    Email: offthemats2020@gmail.com

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    1 hr and 52 mins
  • Off the Mats Podcast #260 - Competition Mindset feat. Madeleine Avila
    May 12 2025

    What's going on, happy people? This week on the podcast, I sit down with Madeleine Avila, a fierce BJJ blue belt competitor from Crazy 88 MMA. Madeleine shares the story of how she got started in jiu-jitsu and what continues to drive her competitive fire. We explore the importance of team culture and support, and how she sharpens her mindset and technique.

    Madeleine gives insight into her strategic approach to game planning, as well as the process of identifying and working on holes in her game. She opens up about how she balances mastering the fundamentals with exploring more advanced techniques, and how she mentally prepares for competition—battling nerves and staying focused.

    We also dig into one of the toughest lessons she's learned from stepping onto the mats, and how she unwinds outside of the competitive scene. And of course, we wrap it up with a round of rapid-fire questions to close out.

    To keep up with Madeleine, you can follow her on Instagram and TikTok at @mad_avila

    We want to shout out @johnsfitmeals

    Head over and use promo code Mad10, and you'll get 10% off.

    Thank you, again, to everyone for listening to and supporting the podcast up to this point. Below, you'll find info on where to find the shows and social media. Tell a friend to tell a friend.

    Listeners get 20% off their purchase at simpleleaf.com and bjjwholesale.com with the code "BJJWIKI." Go check out @socialmediastrategiesthatwork. The account is operated by friend to the podcast and frequent guest @bjjmomma. Go give a follow and listen to @so_you_like_horror on Instagram and listen to the new episodes on Spotify. https://spoti.fi/3Jqrrxj The show is available on MANY PLATFORMS. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook.com/offthematspodcast Instagram @offthematspodcast TikTok https://bit.ly/3FTEZAd WRITE INTO THE SHOW Email: offthemats2020@gmail.com

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    53 mins

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