Inside BJJ Podcast

#404 - Kevin Crane Mar 04, 2025

🔥 INSIDE BJJ Podcast: The Kevin Crane Story – Grit, Grind & Greatness! 🔥

Kevin Crane steps onto the Inside BJJ mat to talk about the relentless mindset that fuels success! From inspiration to motivation to pure hard work, Kevin shares his incredible journey, the challenges he’s faced, and the drive that keeps him pushing forward.

This is more than just a conversation—it’s a blueprint for overcoming obstacles and chasing greatness. 💪🔥

🎧 Tune in now! #InsideBJJ #KevinCrane #HardWorkPaysOff #NoExcuses

#403 - Jeovany Ortiz Mar 04, 2025

🔥 INSIDE BJJ Podcast: Kicking Off 2025 with BJJ Black Belt Jeovany Ortiz! 🔥

In our first episode of 2025, we sit down with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Jeovany Ortiz—a prominent figure in the BJJ community. As a 1st Degree Black Belt under Cliff Fonseca, Jeovany serves as one of the head instructors at One Nation Jiu Jitsu in Smyrna, Tennessee. Starting his journey at the age of 9 and competing since 13, Jeovany has amassed over 15 years of experience in the art.

Beyond teaching, Jeovany has made his mark in the competitive scene, notably winning the Decatur Qualifier for Season 3 of the Professional Grappling Federation (PGF). His dedication to both instructing and competing offers a wealth of insights into the evolving landscape of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

In this episode, we delve into Jeovany's early beginnings, his transition from student to instructor, and his perspective on the future of BJJ. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or new to the sport, Jeovany's story is sure to inspire and inform.

🎧 Tune in now! #InsideBJJ #JeovanyOrtiz #OneNationJiuJitsu #BJJ2025

#402 - Joe Spinell Dec 09, 2024

🔥 INSIDE BJJ Podcast: Grappling with Dr. Joe Spinell – From the ER to the Mat! 🔥

In this compelling episode, we welcome Dr. Joe Spinell—a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt, seasoned wrestling coach, and dedicated ER physician. Under the mentorship of Professor Reggie , Joe has honed his skills both on the mat and in the medical field.

Beyond his professional pursuits, Joe is a devoted father of three boys and a loving husband.

In this episode, we delve into:

The Current State of Grappling: Joe's insights on the evolution and future of the sport.
Wrestling vs. Jiu-Jitsu: Exploring the differences, similarities, and how each discipline complements the other.
Teaching Kids: Joe's philosophy on youth training, emphasizing foundational skills and character development.

Whether you're a grappling enthusiast, a medical professional, or someone seeking inspiration, Joe's multifaceted journey offers valuable perspectives.

🎧 Tune in now! #InsideBJJ #JoeSpinell #Grappling #Wrestling #JiuJitsu #YouthTraining

#401 - Resurrected Dec 09, 2024

🔥 INSIDE BJJ Podcast: TIM RETURNS FROM THE DEAD! 🔥

After weeks battling pneumonia, Tim Freeman is back and ready to talk all things grappling! From surviving the sickness to hitting the mats, Tim dives into his Stockton trip, PGF Season 7, and everything else he missed while being out of commission.

Expect wild stories, behind-the-scenes insights, and no shortage of heat as Tim shakes off the rust and gets back in the game!

🎧 Listen now! #InsideBJJ #TimLives #PGFSeason7 #StocktonStories

#400 - PGF Season 7 Draft Oct 21, 2024

The boys get together to draft their PGF Season 7 Teams!

#399 - Travis Thomas Oct 13, 2024

Travis Thomas joins the podcast to share his journey toward becoming the top professional grappler in the world. He discusses the challenges, mindset, and skills needed to reach the pinnacle of the sport. The crew also dives into the upcoming PGF Season 7 and much more!

#398 - Family Oct 12, 2024

The family gets together again. People are gonna get yelled at.

#397 - Riley Rogers (SALT Electrolytes) Oct 11, 2024

Riley Rogers from SALT Electrolytes join the show to talk about how he got started in Jiu-Jitsu, the challenges of starting and growing a new company, and much more! Later the guys Bang the Boards on Reddit's r/aikido and r/traditionalnunjitsu.

#396 - Tim Freeman Oct 01, 2024

The gang is BACK! This episode we're talking PGF Season 7 coaches, celebrity Jiu-Jitsu, camping, glamping, and a spirited segment of "Ask a BlackBelch".

#395 - Jared Fekete Sep 20, 2024

🔥 New Episode Alert! 🔥 Jared Fekete stops by to break down his big win over 2X Ultimate Fighter champ Jesse Taylor, the grind of turning pro in an amateur sport, and discovering your 'why.' Plus, things get wild as the crew dives into bad MMA ref standups, Kron Gracie's No-Gi gripes, and so much more! 🎧 Don’t miss out—tune in now!

#394 - INSIDE BJJ CREW Sep 19, 2024

WE BACK! Subversiv, PGF, and all the latest haps in the grappling word PLUS you regular band of idiots!

#393 - The Return of BIG MF! Aug 31, 2024

Put the kids to bed! Tell your wife to shut up! BIG MF IS BACK!

#392 - Max Hanson Aug 24, 2024

The Boys are BACK from Las Vegas with the INSIDE scoop. Craig Jones IN! ADCC OUT! Gordon makes COCKROACH callout! Max Hanson declares Jones FOUL for BANANA HAMMOCK incident and MOAR!!!

#391 - Clay Haywood Aug 10, 2024

The boys are BACK with Clay Hawood from Broken Anvil Jiu-Jitsu! Great grappling banter, jokes, and all the other idiotic ridiculous antics you expect from your all-time favorite Jiu-Jitsu show!

#390 - Javier Vazquez Aug 02, 2024

WE BACK!This episode features UFC, WEC, KOC veteran Javier Vazquez an accomplished black belt under Rodrigo Medeiros. Javier breaks down his unique perspective and approach to Jiu-Jitsu. We talk current events and respond to live listener feedback.

#389 - Dean Lister Jul 26, 2024

The boys are back talking ADCC, CJI, Elon vs. Zuck and MORE with grappling LEGEND Dean Lister!

#388 - The Lineup Jul 26, 2024

The guys are back with a new format for Inside BJJ talking all kinds of mess and everything in between!

#387 - Brandon Mccaghren & Paul Tokgozoglu Jun 27, 2024

The boys are BACK with BMAC AND Paul from Jiu-Jitsu Outlet talking CJI, ADCC, and everything else in between!

#386 - The Kid Jett Thompson Jun 03, 2024

The boys are BACK! Seventeen year old grappling phenom, Jett Thompson, joins the show to talk professional grappling, Craig Jones Invitational, PGF, ADCC and more! The boys talk play a round of "Ask a Blackbelt" and Tim chastises Andrew.

#385 - Matt Walsh May 29, 2024

We welcome Matt Walsh, the owner and lead instructor of 10th Planet Pompano Bay. Matt, a 1st Degree 10th Planet black belt, has been dedicated to the 10th Planet system since 2008 and has taught at premier gyms in San Francisco and San Diego. His extensive experience in world, national, and regional no-gi competitions has shaped his coaching philosophy, focusing on the wellbeing and longevity of his students.In this episode, Matt discusses topics such as Craig Jones, ADCC, and illegal techniques in Jiu-Jitsu. He also shares insights from his recent controversial match with UFC veteran Raphael Assuncao, where he faced a DQ loss/win situation. Additionally, Matt's unique approach to Jiu-Jitsu includes teaching visually-impaired students, inspired by his work with blind athletes, which adds an inclusive dimension to his coaching.Tune in for a deep dive into the intricacies of Jiu-Jitsu with one of the sport's passionate advocates and educators.

#384 - Drew Foster May 20, 2024

In this hilarious episode of Inside BJJ, host Tim is joined by producer Andrew and the ever-entertaining Drew Darce Knight Foster. They kick off with a laugh-out-loud recounting of their bunk bed fiasco, highlighting the quirky adventures of jiu-jitsu life on the road. The conversation then shifts to the Professional Grappling Federation (PGF), insights on Craig Jones' latest moves, and the dynamics of the jiu-jitsu community. Packed with humor, insider tales, and practical tips, this episode is a rollercoaster ride that jiu-jitsu enthusiasts won't want to miss!

#383 - Daniel Sathler May 07, 2024

Tim & Andrew catch up on PGF Season 6 and the latest Jiu-Jitsu drama. Atos Jiu-Jitsu star, Daniel Sathler, joins the show to talk about his experience at PGF, the rise of professional Jiu-Jitsu, and more!

#382 - Brandon Mccaghren May 03, 2024

PGF Founder, Commissioner, and long-time friend, Brandon Mccaghren, joins the progam to talk about PGF Season 6, Craig Jones Million Dollar Bid, and what's next in PGF Season 7.

#381 - Kemoy "Rated R" Anderson & Isaac Stackhouse Apr 12, 2024

Joins the Inside BJJ crew talking solar eclipse, OJ RIP, PGF Season 6 Coaches Swap, and UFC 300. Kemoy "Rated R" Anderson joins the show to talk grappling, ADCC, and $$$. PGF Producer Isaac Stackhouse jumps on to talk about the rise of the PGF, keeping it raw on the streets, and what it all means in between!

#380 - Cam Hurd Apr 07, 2024

The boys are talking embarrasing moments, ADCC West Coast Trials, and Cam Hurd joins the show to talk trials and PGF Season 6.

#379 - Samson Phommabout Mar 31, 2024

The boys are back talking ADCC West Coast Trials, historic ADCC runs, and UFC Fight Night. Samson Phommabout joins the show from Las Vegas as he preps for the trials. Later, the guys bang the Reddit board.

#378 - Jamie Carnall AND PGF Mock Draft Mar 25, 2024

FIND OUT WHOSE CYRING over the Inside BJJ PGF Season 6 rankings. Jamie Carnall CLEANS UP from the BATHTUB! PLUS Hector and Mike join the show for the PGF Season 6 Mock Draft!

#377 - Mike John and Carl Sims Mar 17, 2024

The guys are BACK with their TOP PICKS for best ELITE MILITARY fighting teams of ALL TIME! 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu standout Mike John joins the show to talk PGF Season 6. Long time friend of the show, Carl Sims, checks in to talk Proving Grounds Invitational coming up! Join us for all of the matside banter you're missing!

#376 - Renato Canuto Mar 11, 2024

The guys are back! Jake Paul DODGES the entire roster of Punchout. Ryan Garcia's HAS FOUND THE MAGIC. Gordon Ryan SAYS NO TO ADCC CHEDDAR and everything else in between. PLUS - Renato Canuto joins the show to talk PGF Season 6, Fight Pass Invitational, and MORE!

#375 - Las Vegas Mar 07, 2024

Viva Las Vegas! Tim and Andrew catch up on the Las Vegas Trip for the PGF Season 6 Qualifiers and the UFC Fight Pass Invitational!

#374 - Storytime! Feb 24, 2024

Brady OUT! Valente IN! Dern BACK to ADCC. Drop-in, drop-out with MASTERFUL TROLL & EPIC TALES!!! The boys catch up with latest Jiu-Jitsu news, MMA updates, AND and EPIC story on this episode of the Inside BJJ podcast.

#373 - Elijah Carlton Feb 20, 2024

NO-HOLDS BARRED chat with Elijah Carlton on Inside BJJ - where the fights get real and the stories get personal. From GRITTY MAT TALES to the SECRETS behind dominating in Jiu-Jitsu, Elijah delivers an unfiltered glimpse into the fighter's life. Expect technique talk, RAW HUMOR, and a side of Jiu-Jitsu you've never heard before. This one's for the relentless, the rebels, and everyone who lives for the THRILL OF THE FIGHT!

#372- AJ Agazarm Feb 12, 2024

AJ SIGNS with PGF to settle the score on Season 6 . MAJOR BEEF with unannounced season 6 competitor! WANTS RETRIBUTION! Talks Shields, Rocha, Flograppling AND MOAR!!!!

#371 - Some Things Never Change Feb 02, 2024

Tim DROPS insider information on PGF Season 6. Glover NO-SHOW!!! Another spirited round of Nashville vs. Stockton!

#370 - Brandon Mccaghren BLOCKBUSTER!! Jan 29, 2024

PGF Strikes Monumental Agreement! The organization announces a groundbreaking deal, setting up a new base in Las Vegas. A staggering prize of $100,000 is up for grabs. Coaching legends Eddie Bravo, Jeff Glover, Andre Galvao, and Roger Gracie ALL SIGN ON!

#369 - Still Rollin' Jan 13, 2024

CRUNCHY Elbows! Ryan RETIREMENT RUMORS!! Hunter Biden Vs. Charlie Sheen! FANTASY UFC 300 Matchups AND MORE!

#368 - New Year Jan 07, 2024

Omar joins Tim & Andrew in studio. Andrew gets DRUGGED! The guys talk Strickland, Cher, and MOAR followed by a spirited round of Guess That Stack!

#367 - Happy Christmas 2023! Dec 22, 2023

Andrew joins Tim to talk about the world's LARGEST knife shop, Combat Jiu-Jitsu, UFC 296, Reddit Karate Boards, and a spirited game of Nashville vs. Stockton!

#366 - Wednesday Nite Jive Dec 14, 2023

The boys are back mid-week! Bums are OUT! Covington is IN! PLUS a spirited game of Guess That Stack!

#365 - A Year's Leave Dec 09, 2023

Tim vs. Matt Sparring Session ON! Prince vs. The King of POP! Top 5 Wrestler's of ALL-TIME AND MORE!!!!

#364 - It's Meant To Be May 21, 2022

The boys are back talking Ric Flair's final match, fluffers, muppets, reddit boards, and more!

#363 - Do you believe in magic? Feb 01, 2022

The boys are back talking magic, wrestling coaches, dog collar fights, street fights, slams, bams, and thank you mams PLUS MORE!

#362 - Duane Ludwig & Brandon Mccaghren Jan 24, 2022

The boys are back to recap UFC 270 with Duane Bang and B-MAC! BIG MF declares Gane ROBBED! Jury decides Moreno/Figueiredo MUST FIGHT MONTHLY! The boys talk PGF, Reddit BJJ, relationship advice and MORE!

Duane Ludwig is an American mixed martial arts coach, retired professional kickboxer and mixed martial artist.

Brandon Mccaghren is Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt under Eddie Bravo and was the first 10th Planet Instructor in the entire Southeastern United States. Brandon is the founder of the Professional Grappling Federation.

#361 - Weekend Update Jan 17, 2022

The boys are back talking UFC, Big MF's first streetfight, relationship advice, and MORE!

#360 - Julian Lane Jan 10, 2022

Tim and Big MF talk party drugs, riding the couch canoe, and uncomfortable truths about fighting. Julian Lane joins the show to talk about his main event matchup against Platinum Mike Perry at Knucklemania 2, sensual massages, and MORE!

#359 - Craig Jones Dec 14, 2021

Tim and Big MF talk UFC Nunes vs. Pena. Big MF LOSES his championship belt wresltling. Tim sits down with Craig Jones to talk about his upcoming fight vs Donald Cowboy Cerrone at Combat Jiu-Jitsu Worlds. The boys Bang the Reddit Boards and more on this episode of the Inside BJJ podcast.

#358 - Ryan Aitken Nov 29, 2021

Tim and Big MF start right back where they left off! Pro-Wrasslin', MMA, and Combat Jiu-Jitsu! Big MF CALLS IT for Jones! Can Rashad bring the HEAT or will Aitken CATCH A LEG! Aitken JOINS THE SHOW! All NEW and MORE!!!

#357 - Tim & Big MF Sep 01, 2020

The guys get together to catch up. Big MF shares a recent fight story.

#356 - Big MF May 18, 2020

Big MF joins the program to tell hilarious love, wrestling, and life stories.

#355 - Javier Vazquez May 14, 2020

Javier Vazquez joins the show to talk about his Jiu-Jitsu epiphany, the importance of gratefulness, and moving forward.

#174 - Lloyd Irvin Apr 23, 2015

Join Inside BJJ as they talk about the recent free month of premium shows on the Inside BJJ network, Matt's recent Big MF Experiment, and set the stage for the Lloyd Irvin interview.

Lloyd Irvin joins the program to talk about the Nick Schultz & Matt Maldonado case, the 1989 court case, Jordan Schultz, Mike Folwer, Ryan Hall, the medal chasers program, and much much more.

The Big MF Experiment #1 Apr 01, 2015

Join Matt, Blas from MMA Blast and Graciefighter Nick Kohring to talk MMA, Jiu-Jitsu, and coming up in the fight game.

Girls on Grappling With Mackenzie Dern Aug 12, 2014

Estella sits down with Mackenzie Dern to talk about growing up in Jiu-Jitsu, the challenges with training in a mostly male sport, and her goals for the future in and out of Jiu-Jitsu.

Machenzie shares advice for the guys on how to train with women and also talks about the first time her boyfriend, Augusto "Tanquinho" Mendes, met her father, Wellington "Megaton" Dias.

Don't miss this chance to hear from one of the best competitors in women's Jiu-Jitsu today!

#115 - Tait Fletcher Feb 03, 2014

The guys talk to Tait Fletcher about being an actor on the final shows of Breaking Bad, being real in Mixed Martial Arts, Jiu-Jitsu and life, and what it means to have a broken mind. Tait talks about the importance of being excellent in what you do, the detriment of the ego, and finding your identity.

#95 - Tanner Rice Aug 19, 2013

Tim, Matt, and Ernest are back together again. The only way to describe is that Ernest is full of complete ridiculousness. The guys call Tanner Rice to talk about his background learning Jiu-Jitsu from his father in Redding, CA, earning his black belt from Cobrinha, and training with his brothers full time. Ernest blows up the rumor segment with the biggest bombshell of a rumor question ever asked. Later, the guys play a game of "Guess That Message" with message boards.

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