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    BJJ Mental Models

    Your guide to a conceptual and intelligent Jiu-Jitsu approach.  BJJ black belt Steve Kwan and a slate of expert guests explain the concepts, strategies, and tactics behind the gentle art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

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    BONUS: Marcelo Garcia vs Lachlan Giles Analysis, feat. Drew Foster Dec 03, 2025
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    In this episode of State of the Meta, Marcelo Garcia vs Lachlan Giles takes center stage as Drew breaks down ONE Fight Night 38’s generational clash. He explores each legend’s style, career arc, and signature weapons (from Marcelo’s pressure, wrestle-ups, and guillotines to Giles’ K-guard leg-lock traps), while examining age narratives, meta trends, and realistic paths to victory for both icons.
    This free bonus episode is from Drew Foster's excellent State of the Meta podcast, exclusively available on BJJ Mental Models Premium!
    Watch Marcelo Garcia vs Lachlan Giles on ONE Fight Night 38:
    https://www.onefc.com/events/onefightnight38
    Resources discussed in this episode:
    Longform Marcelo Garcia game breakdown:
    https://youtu.be/GzLx2PgI9zw
    Marcelo Garcia comeback match:
    https://youtu.be/jPQdaNkx3ps
    Lachlan Giles' famous ADCC run:
    https://youtu.be/KoPxgjLbJmA
    Lachlan Giles breaking down Marcelo Garcia passing:
    https://youtu.be/bbjdRwWiQgk
    Lachlan Giles highlights:
    https://youtu.be/o_qsoJeroNg
    Marcelo Garcia highlights:
    https://youtu.be/PkgR767YgFk
    Need more Drew Foster?
    Follow Drew Foster on Instagram:
    https://www.instagram.com/drewdarce
    Listen to Drew on The Neon Belly Podcast:
    https://theneonbelly.buzzsprout.com/
    Check out Drew's contributions on Reddit:
    https://www.reddit.com/user/Darce_Knight/
    Get Drew's instructionals:
    http://darcedynamics.com/
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    Ep. 366: The Gripfighting Scorecard, feat. Chris Round Dec 01, 2025
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    This week, we're joined by BJJ and Judo black belt, Dr. Chris Round! Chris is the Executive Director at Martial Arts for Social Transformation, Equity, and Rights (MASTERs). In this episode, Chris explains the helpful gripfighting scorecard from his Tactical Grip Fighting system.
    Follow Chris on Instagram:
    https://www.instagram.com/chris__circle
    Learn about Martial Arts for Social Transformation, Equity, and Rights (MASTERs):
    https://www.martialartsforsocialgood.org
    Get Chris' instructional, Tactical Grip Fighting:
    https://tacticalgripfighting.com
    Mental models discussed in this episode:

    • Grips Dictate Position
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/grips-dictate-position
    • Core Mechanics
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics
    • Goodhart’s Law
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/goodharts-law
    • Theory of Alignment
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment
    • Asymmetric Warfare
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/asymmetric-warfare
    • Dominant Angles
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles
    • Kinetic Chains
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/kinetic-chains
    • Countergripping
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/countergripping
    • Inside Channel Control
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inside-channel-control
    • Crossing the Center
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/crossing-the-center

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    Mini Ep. 82: Defend With Purpose Nov 27, 2025
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    In this week's mini-episode, we discuss the importance of defending with purpose: making sure that when you defend, you do so with the intent of advancing position, not just surviving the attack.
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    Ep. 365: Analog Versus Digital, feat. Chris Wojcik Nov 24, 2025
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    This week, we're joined again by Chris Wojcik! In this episode, Chris explores the tension between digital and real-world Jiu-Jitsu learning. Topics include: the limits of instructionals, the value of in-person training, communication challenges in teaching, and how grapplers can balance study with mat time.
    Follow Chris on Instagram:
    https://www.instagram.com/chrismwojcik
    Get Chris' instructionals on BJJ Fanatics:
    https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/instructional-videos/fighter_chris-wojcik
    Subscribe to The Grappler's Diary on Substack:
    https://thegrapplersdiary.substack.com
    Buy Chris' book, A Grappler's Diary:
    https://amazon.com/dp/B0DS1J794V
    Mental models discussed in this episode:

    • Ecological Dynamics
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/ecological-dynamics
    • Constraints-Led Approach
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/constraints-led-approach
    • Concepts Over Techniques
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/concepts-over-techniques
    • Open Knowledge
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/open-knowledge
    • Learning Modalities
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/learning-modalities
    • Position Over Submission
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/position-over-submission
    • Analysis Paralysis
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/analysis-paralysis
    • Intention
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/intention
    • You Are What You Train
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/you-are-what-you-train

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    Mini Ep. 81: Respect Your Opponent Nov 20, 2025
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    In this week's mini-episode, we discuss the importance of respecting your opponent: not only for moral reasons, but because it leads to better grappling outcomes.
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    Ep. 364: Staying Sane in an Insane Sport, Feat. Keith Krikorian Nov 17, 2025
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    This week, we're joined by 10th Planet standout Keith Krikorian! In this episode, Keith shares his thoughts on mental health, community, and staying grounded in an increasingly chaotic world. Keith shares how Jiu-Jitsu builds confidence, connection, and emotional resilience, why the sport attracts so many unique personalities, and how gratitude transformed both his mindset and his game.
    Follow Keith on Instagram:
    https://www.instagram.com/keithkrikorian
    Mental models discussed in this episode:

    • Feedback Loop
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/feedback-loop
    • Growth From Discomfort
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/growth-from-discomfort
    • Compartmentalization
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/compartmentalization
    • Abundance Mindset
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/abundance-mindset

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    Music by Enterprize:
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    Mini Ep. 80: Race to the Bottom Nov 13, 2025
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    In this week's mini-episode, we discuss the race to the bottom: a pricing phenomenon where we drive prices so low that they become unsustainable. This concept is critical to understand for any Jiu-Jitsu business.
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    Ep. 363: Jiu-Jitsu for Belonging, feat. Kenny Kim Nov 10, 2025
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    This week, we're joined by Mat Made founder Kenny Kim! In this episode, Kenny discusses how to build deeper connections and stronger communities through Jiu-Jitsu. Topics include: creating lasting engagement at gyms, growing authentic online followings, using storytelling to inspire others, overcoming imposter syndrome, building consistency, and leading with purpose.
    Follow Kenny on Instagram:
    https://www.instagram.com/kennykimbjj
    The Jiu-Jitsu Millionaire, by Kenny Kim:
    https://a.co/d/fZghu0a
    Mat Made (book), by Kenny Kim:
    https://amazon.com/dp/B09231HG4R
    Mat Made show & gym finder:
    https://matmade.com
    Train at Kenny Kim BJJ in Marietta, GA:
    https://kennykimbjj.com
    Resources discussed in this episode:
    The Influence Continuum:
    https://freedomofmind.com/cult-mind-control/influence-continuum
    Mental models discussed in this episode:

    • Continuum of Motivation
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/continuum-of-motivation
    • Inertia
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/inertia
    • Impostor Syndrome
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/impostor-syndrome
    • Timeframe Paradox
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/timeframe-paradox
    • Third Place
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/third-place
    • Permission Paradox
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/permission-paradox
    • Advice Paradox
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/advice-paradox
    • Consistency
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/consistency

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    Mini Ep. 79: Points of Control Nov 06, 2025
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    In this week's mini-episode, we discuss how the torso and levers become points of control. With torso control, we clamp or hook onto our opponent's torso so we can hold them in position or rotate around them. With lever control, we use our opponent's arms, legs, and/or head to create leverage. Attacking a single lever usually affords more force, whereas attacking multiple levers simultaneously usually affords more control.
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    Ep. 362: Submission Series: The Omoplata, feat. "Silver Fox" Karel Pravec Nov 03, 2025
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    This week, we're joined again by "Silver Fox" Karel Pravec! In this episode, Karel explores one of Jiu-Jitsu's most underrated submissions: the omoplata. Karel explains why the omoplata is so effective as both a sweep and control position, how to chain between parallel and perpendicular omoplatas, and why it excels against bigger opponents.
    Follow Karel on Instagram:
    https://www.instagram.com/silverfoxbjj
    Get Karel's instructionals on BJJ Fanatics:
    https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/karel-pravec
    Train with Karel at Silver Fox BJJ in New Jersey:
    https://silverfoxbjj.com
    Learn online with Karel on the Silver Fox BJJ app:
    https://silverfoxbjjglobal.com
    Resources discussed in this episode:
    Omoplata Attacks
    https://youtu.be/9cRPcxZXIKo
    Omoplata Set Up & Finishing Details
    https://youtu.be/1nTYmH6NmP0
    Understanding The Split Guard
    https://youtu.be/gWtdq9txY_g
    Omoplata to MangleDome
    https://youtu.be/lumzFvUtRMM
    Mental models discussed in this episode:

    • Technique Chaining
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/technique-chaining
    • Predictable Responses
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/predictable-responses
    • Return on Investment
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/return-on-investment
    • Probabilistic Thinking
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/probabilistic-thinking
    • Dominant Angles
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/dominant-angles
    • Core Mechanics
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/core-mechanics
    • Theory of Alignment
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/theory-of-alignment
    • Committed Techniques
      https://bjjmentalmodels.com/committed-techniques

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