Best Josh Lu Podcasts (2025)

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#138: Carl Mintern aka SelfSufficientHub: Moderating r/BJJ, Tips for Starting Jiu Jitsu, Teaching, Eco, and More 57:45

4d ago57:45

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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…

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#137 Josh's 6th Competition, Greg Souders at 10p Southbay, and Outlier Database Coaching Platform 56:05

12d ago56:05

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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, th…

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#136 Pat Campagnola: CLA, Hosting the Eco Camp, Owning a Gym while Working Full Time 1:01:33

19d ago1:01:33

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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: E…

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#135 Real vs Feel and Thoughts on Competing 39:48

26d ago39:48

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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 j…

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#134: Alex Ayliffe: Staytech.jj, Grey Area Skills and Designing Games Around Concepts 1:07:35

1M ago1:07:35

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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 y…

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#133 Aaron Parham: Designing CLA Games, Moderating r/bjj, Starting Eco Discord, and the Eco Camp 1:02:35

1M ago1:02:35

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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 fe…

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#132 Check In: Jiu Jitsu Lessons from Josh Waitzkin, WNO, and App Updates 59:27

2M ago59:27

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In this episode we dive into the Josh Waitzkin and Andrew Huberman podcast episode and relate a lot of the lessons to jiu jitsu, we reflect on a few things from the recent WNO event, and talk about what we're working on for Outlier Database and Sherpa! Links we mentioned: Ray Lewis Motivational Video Kaynan vs Nicky Rod at WNO Download Sherpa, the …

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#131 Eco Camp Debrief: Andris Brunovskis, Jake Luigi, Michael Marrewa, and Josh Lu 1:01:05

2M ago1:01:05

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In this episode we debrief our big highlights and main takeaways from the eco camp! 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…

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#130 Check In: Eco Camp, Front Headlock, Leg Entanglements, Berimbolos, and Other Ideas 50:24

2M ago50:24

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In this episode we cover a bunch of topics! We start with some high level thoughts on the eco camp, go into some front headlock ideas, leg entanglements, berimbolos, and other ideas. Here's the Greg Souders video we referenced on leg entanglements. Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes! Join our Discord to share thoughts …

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#129 Check In: Camping While Passing, Sapateiro, Princeton BJJ, Database, and Sherpa Updates 53:56

2M ago53:56

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In this episode we talk about camping while passing, Jake's takeaways from Sapateiro, Josh's trip to Princeton BJJ and intentions for Eco Camp, and share the latest updates with our apps, the Outlier Database and Sherpa. Here are links to videos we mentioned: Ecopalooza Spring 2024 Youtube Playlist Ethan Crelinsten Pressure Passing Video Kaynan Dua…

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#128 What Are the Paths of Attack from Front Headlock? 37:49

3M ago37:49

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In this episode we talk about the various paths of attack from front headlock. Hope you enjoy this new format! Here's the Youtube video for the visual aid. 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 …

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#127 Stan Pogrebinsky: Introduction to Our Bodies Systems, Subsystems, and Imbalances from Jiu Jitsu 48:36

3M ago48:36

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In this episode, I have Stan Pogrebinsky back on the show! We dive deep into the idea of our bodies' systems, sub-systems, and the imbalances that come from doing jiu jitsu. 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…

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#126 How Do I Defend Turtle, Back, Rear Body Lock? 34:17

3M ago34:17

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In this episode we talk about defending chest-to-back connection by looking at Turtle, Back, and Rear Body lock engagements. 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 …

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#125 How Do You Handfight While Passing? 33:46

3M ago33:46

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In this episode, we talk about hand fighting as the top player while passing. Here are a few links to the matches we talked about: Jozef Chen, Andrew Tackett, and another Jozef Chen video. 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%…

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#124 Entering the Legs from Guard? 20:18

3M ago20:18

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In this episode, I ask Jake about how to enter the legs from guard. 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 “BJJH…

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#123 Darin Conner DeAngelis: Winning World Titles, Mindset, Mindfulness, and Coaching 58:26

4M ago58:26

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In this episode, I speak with Darin Conner DeAngelis, he's got an incredible story about rising to the top of the jiu jitsu world, pivoting into coaching and counseling, and shares his insights along the way. Hope you enjoy! You can follow Darin on Instagram here, and check out his work here. Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for …

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#122 Check In: Non Committal K Guard, Back Control, Mindset, Database, Sherpa and More 57:34

4M ago57:34

57:34

In this episode we talk about a bunch of random topics, we start with Database and Sherpa updates, go into K guard, back control, recent mindset shifts, and an esoteric discussion on rotation and control. Here's the clip of the knee breakdown dela riva and the back control idea from Craig Jones that we mentioned in theh episode. Hope you enjoy! Dow…

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#121 Rob Cole: How to Use ECO / CLA, Misconceptions, Games, and Framework 1:12:56

4M ago1:12:56

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In this episode, I chat with Rob Cole! We deep dive into ecological dynamics, the four principles of the contraint led approach, give examples of games, and go over a lot of common misconceptions when it comes to the constraint led approach for jiu jitsu. Hope you enjoy! You can follow Rob Cole on Instagram here. Check out the Ecological Dynamics f…

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#120 Oscar Lopez: Coaching Freshman Wrestling and How Jiu Jitsu Players Can Benefit From Wrestling 54:01

4M ago54:01

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In this episode, I chat wtih Osar Lopez, the Head Freshman Wrestling Coach at San Marcos High and Coach at Mission Grappling Club. We talk about the cross over between wrestling and jiu jitsu and much more. Hope you enjoy! You can follow Oscar on Instagram here. Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes! Join our Discord to s…

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#119 How to Play Closed Guard in No Gi? 36:35

5M ago36:35

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In this episode we talk about closed guard in no gi. Transitions to K guard, balancing upper body attacks, lower body attacks, transitioning to dela riva, and hand fighting from closed guard. 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 …

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#118 Nick Angeloni: Coaching, Gym Culture, and Explorations with Eco 1:11:16

5M ago1:11:16

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In this episode we talk to Nick Angeloni, black belt, and owner of Prism Jiu Jitsu in Escondido, San Diego. He's also the co-host of the Post Rolls podcast with Miles Lukas. You can follow Nick on Instagram. Hope you enjoyed our conversation! Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes! Join our Discord to share thoughts and fe…

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#117 Andris Brunovskis - Competing, Coaching at Legion, and Journey with Ecological Dynamics 1:04:10

5M ago1:04:10

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In this episode, we talk with Andris Brunovskis from Legion! We talk about his journey as a competitor and coach, dive into ecological dynamics, and everything in between. 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 m…

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#116 K Guard for Beginners? 35:17

5M ago35:17

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In this episode, we talk about my recent injury, K Guard, and guard/passing in general. Here's the link to the PJ Barch video we mentioned! 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 f…

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#115 Check In: New Years Goals for Jiu Jitsu, Outlier, Sherpa, and Life 56:03

6M ago56:03

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In this episode, we talk about goals for our jiu jitsu development, study, our apps, and life in general. 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 …

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#114 Check In: Jake Training in Japan, Josh's 5th Competition, and App Updates 54:28

6M ago54:28

54:28

In this episode we catch up on Jake's recent trip to Japan and his training session there, my recent competition experience, lessons learned, and quick updates on progress with Jake's Outlier Database and Sherpa, my AI-powered journaling app for athletes. Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes! Join our Discord to share th…

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#113 Josh's Coaching Call with Joe Hannan 46:35

6M ago46:35

46:35

In this episode, I have an awesome coaching call with Joe Hannan about an upcoming competition. Originally it was an in-house tournament, but it got rescheduled and I decided to compete in JJWL instead. Checkout BJJ Meditations on Instagram, Spotify, or wherever you find your podcasts. Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athlete…

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#112 Patrick Robinson: Assessing Your A Game 1:25:03

6M ago1:25:03

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In this episode, I discuss game planning for an upcoming competition with Patrick Robinson! This is a great framework on how to think about your "A game". We also discuss putting together a practice game plan, and overall competition prep. Check out Patrick's new books on Amazon: Roll to the Top: Creating a Winning Game Plan for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu…

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#111 Priorities for the Guard - Leg Attacks, Wrestling Up, or Sweeping? 33:50

7M ago33:50

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In this episode we talk about the guard, and how to prioritize sweeping, leg attacks, and wrestling up. Here's the match we mentioned with Keith Krikorian vs Diogo Reis 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 Outl…

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#110 How to Enter and Finish Guillotines? 18:50

7M ago18:50

18:50

In this episode we talk about the risk of going for a guillotine and ending up on bottom position, what to prioritize when attacking a guillotine, how to defend, and much more. 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 fi…

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#109 How to Effectively Pin Someone? 20:15

7M ago20:15

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In this episode we talk about pinning, and the dynamic between control and submission threat. The various pins from side control, north south, mount, and routes to submission vs control and maintenance. Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes! Join our Discord to share thoughts and feedback. Use the code "BJJHELP" for 50% o…

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#108 How to Play Dela Riva in No Gi? 25:39

7M ago25:39

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In this episode we dive into dela riva, and how to play dela riva in No Gi Jiu Jitsu. 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 mo…

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#107 What's the Front Headlock Dilemma? 34:22

8M ago34:22

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In this episode, we dive into the front headlock position and the dilemma between the go behind and submission threats. 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 foota…

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#106 Check In: Josh's Visit to Standard Jiu Jitsu 39:58

8M ago39:58

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In this episode we recap Josh's recent trip to Standard Jiu Jitsu with Greg Souders. Leg entanglement games, scheduling, culture, and more. 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 …

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#105 Eco Highlight Reel: Trey Hucks, Kabir Bath, and Greg Souders 2:26:27

8M ago2:26:27

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In this episode, we mashed up some of the highlights from our conversations with Trey Hucks, Kabir Bath, and Greg Souders on all things ecological dynamics, constraining to afford towards the invariants in jiu jitsu, game design, and much more. Hope you enjoy the eco-marathon! Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes! Join o…

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#104 Check In: Different Attacks from Guard 30:12

8M ago30:12

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In this episode, Jake and I talk about my last competition and areas to work on when it comes to attacking from guard, off balancing, entering the legs, wrestling up, taking the back...etc. Hope you enjoy! Here's the video of Firas Zahabi teaching the leg entry we discussed. Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes! Join our…

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#103 Patrick Robinson: Multiple Time Masters Gold Medalist on Practice Design, Competition Prep, Recovery, and Sports Psychology 1:17:39

9M ago1:17:39

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In this episode, I talk with Patrick Robinson who's won mutliple world titles at blue, purple, brown, and black belt in both Gi and No Gi in his age brackets. He's consistently one of the best grapplers for his age. We talk about his competition game plan, practice game plan, recovery, tracking metrics, affirmations, mindset, visualization, and how…

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#102 Solo Episode: Competition Reflections and What I"m Learning About Myself 35:07

9M ago35:07

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In this solo episode, I reflect on what I’ve learned about myself from my first four competitions and nine matches as a white belt. I focus mostly on the mental/emotional sides of the journey and less on the technical. A little different than what we usually talk about. Hope you enjoy! Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athlete…

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#101 Josh Lu on BJJ Meditations Podcast: Competition Mindset Challenges, Learning and Reflecting on the Journey 1:14:45

9M ago1:14:45

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In this episode, I get to be a guest on the BJJ Meditations Podcast! Hope you enjoy this week's swapcast. 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, an…

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The Importance of Taking A Break with Adam and Shoshana - PTP504 17:13

9M ago17:13

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In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast we’re diving into the importance of taking a break and how it can benefit your health, boost productivity, enhance your professional life, and improve your overall well-being. We’ll be sharing some personal stories, practical tips, and insights on why hitting pause can be the key to thriving in all area…

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#100 Miha Perhavec & Zach Maslany: Judging CJI the Art and Science 1:01:49

9M ago1:01:49

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In this episode, we talk to Zach Maslany and Miha Perhavec all about CJI and the experience judging it. We go into the nuances and deep dive into the art and science of judging this new format. We cover the ruleset, format, the Andrew Tackett vs Kade Ruotolo, and Kade Ruotolo vs Levi Jones-Leary matches. We also talk about Miha's new book, Modern S…

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#99 Check In: Jiu Jitsu at Burning Man, App Developments, and Levi's Guard/Passing 1:05:03

10M ago1:05:03

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In this episode we talk about Josh doing jiu jitsu at burning man, behind the scenes into Jake's development with the Outlier Database, some ideas with Sherpa Journal that I'm working on, and then we dive into Levi Jones Leary's guard retention and guard passing. Hope you enjoy! Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes! Join…

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I Am a Courageous Cub with Shoshana Chaim - PTP503 18:17

10M ago18:17

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In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we’re excited to discuss Shoshana's latest addition to the "I Am Mindful" series, titled I Am a Courageous Cub. As many of you might remember, Shoshana has a background as a kindergarten teacher and yoga instructor. When our own son was young, she wrote I Am a Peaceful Goldfish to help him navigate his…

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#98 Randall Dibble: Wrestling for Beginners 1:12:55

10M ago1:12:55

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In this episode I talk to Randall Dibble, who was a two time state qualifier in HS wrestling, a wrestling coach, and jiu jitsu purple belt who has competed extensively. We dive into how to get approach learning wrestling for beginners and go through the finish, attack, and setup for takedowns as well as various games/drills you can use. Hope you en…

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#97 Check In: Highlights and Thoughts on ADCC / CJI 45:50

10M ago45:50

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In this episode, Jake and I talk about our thoughts after ADCC / CJI last weekend. We share highlights and thoughts on the format. We also discuss updates on the apps we're working on! 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…

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The Life Of A Plant-Based Teenager with Jordyn Sage - PTP502 11:54

10M ago11:54

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In this episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk with Jordyn Sage about being a plant-based teenager. Jordyn shares some of her experiences growing up with a plant-based family and how simple it can be. We talk about the reasons she is plant-based and also touch on some of the differences between being plant-based and vegan. Jordyn shares a s…

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#96 Solo Episode: The Power of Journaling for Sports Performance 15:12

10M ago15:12

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This episode is a little different! I do a solo episode and share some thoughts I have on the power of journaling for performance, sports psychology, and give some thoughts about the design of the alpha version of my new app! Download Sherpa, the free AI-powered journaling app for athletes! Join our Discord to share thoughts and feedback. Use the c…

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#95 What Are Your Thoughts on CJI and ADCC Matchups? 1:02:02

10M ago1:02:02

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In this episode, I ask Jake about his thoughts on the CJI bracket and the ADCC divisions. He goes over stylistic match ups, and game plans for several athletes as we look at the brackets and divisions together. We also talk about our excitement meeting other fellow practioners and people who surround the sport! If you see us out there, some say hi!…

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