Alberto Crane Show
333 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 9 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsBrazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Fighting, the Brain and Human Potential
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ACS #58 Felipe Palhares | Business Mergers, Acquisitions & Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
April 21, 2020 14:38 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBGreat to catch up with my long time friend Felipe Palhares who is the founder of his Law Firm Mandatum who specialize in business mergers and acquisitions across Brazil and Internationally. We have conversation about the COVID-19 Situation currently in Brazil, of course Jiu-Jitsu, TACFIT and much more. Enjoy!
ACS #57 Dr Eric Cobb | Brain Based Training | Z-Health
April 15, 2020 13:48 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBDr. Eric Cobb is the founder of Z-Health Performance Solutions and is one of the world's leading experts in harnessing the power of the neurology of movement to create extraordinary change in the human body. Dr. Cobb's innate passion for human physiology and psychology began when he was first introduced to the martial arts as a 6-year old boy. His passion for martial arts, and all things athletic, led him to dig deeply into the science of movement over the last 20 years and developed a glob...
#56 Alaina Sawaya | Resilience | TACFIT | Firefighter
April 10, 2020 14:35 - 1 hour - 77.7 MBIs a Movement Coach, Strength & Conditioning Specialist, TACFIT Team Leader and Probationary FireFighter, Wife and Mother of two. We spoke about COVID-19 in the Seattle Area, her coaching background, Scott Sonnon, her CST/TACFIT Journey transitioning into a Firefighter Career and more. Enjoy!
#56 Alaina Sawaya | Resilient | TACFIT | Firefighter
April 10, 2020 14:35 - 1 hour - 77.7 MBIs a Movement Coach, Strength & Conditioning Specialist, TACFIT Team Leader and Probationary FireFighter, Wife and Mother of two. We spoke about COVID-19 in the Seattle Area, her coaching background, Scott Sonnon, her CST/TACFIT Journey transitioning into a Firefighter Career and more. Enjoy!
#55 Lucas Valente | Champion Mindset
April 07, 2020 13:37 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBDraculino Black Belt Lucas Valente earliest BJJ memory is practicing Armbars with his uncle Daniel Valente at 3 years old. He has dedicated his life to becoming the best Jiu-Jitsu fighter he can be. He got the silver medal at the Black Belt Adult 2019 IBJJF World Championship, it was big pleasure to talk with him and discuss his process and journey. Enjoy!
#54 Chance Glasco | The Matrix is Here. Virtual Reality and Video Games
April 03, 2020 11:56 - 1 hour - 67.8 MBChance was one the original 22 founding members of the Call of Duty Franchise which ended up being the largest entertainment franchise of the 2000’s. His newest venture, Doghead Simulations, is a company with a mission “to bring Virtual Reality collaboration to business teams.” Through their product rumii, teammates are able work together remotely through a virtual reality environment that works across a variety of platforms and operating systems. It was great to catch up with Chance, he star...
#53 Brian Johnson | Seattle BJJ , Veganism, Quarantine Life
March 30, 2020 01:21 - 1 hour - 68.4 MBGreat to catch up with Prof Brian Johnson, one of the first BJJ teachers in the Seattle Washington Area. He has owned and operated Northwest Jiu-Jitsu Academy since 1999. He is a Masters World Champion and World Class Competitor. He has been doing amazing work in his academy and community over the last decades. He is the example of discipline and consistency. Its been an honor to know him and to be his friend after all these years. Enjoy!
#52 Adem Redzovic | BJJ, COVID-19 and Life Mindset
March 26, 2020 12:37 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBGot to catch up with my friend Prof Adem Redzovic of Redzovic Jiu-Jitsu in Chicago. We talked about the Corona Virus/Covid-19 situation and how it’s effected our lives and more. Stay moving and stay healthy.
#50 Yoshi Wada & Felicia Oh | Never Stop Learning
March 22, 2020 15:52 - 1 hour - 82.7 MBYoshi Wada & Felicia Oh are both Jean Jacques Machado Black Belts. Yoshi had trained with Rickson Gracie until he moved from the Los Angeles Area. Yoshi explained how it was training with Rickson since the early days, garage training, challenge matches, traveling to Japan when Rickson fought in the Japan Vale Tudo in 1995 and much more. Yoshi is also a Chiropractor and Acupuncture but believes you should be able to heal yourself. The reason why he transitioned more and more from his former pr...
#49 Erika Wakefield - BJJ Instructor and Competitor
March 19, 2020 01:41 - 54 minutes - 50.5 MBErika grew up in small town Colorado outside of Colorado Springs. She grew up Dancing, which she pursued professionally after high school that brought her to Los Angeles. Along the way she began personal training and training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. She teaches Kids, Adults and Female BJJ Classes at LEGACY Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Burbank, California. She talks about how it is being a Female in Jiu-Jitsu and why it is important to train Jiu-Jitsu as a Female. She is a great role model for all a...
#48 Chad “Savage” George Mindset Mentor | Alberto Crane Show
March 15, 2020 23:31 - 1 hour - 138 MBChad George is a retired mixed martial art fighter who has competed for over 15 years in the Bantamweight division. He is the subject of the world renowned Netflix documentary “Occupation: Fighter”. A professional competitor since 2005, Chad has fought in the WEC, Bellator, Tachi Palace, BAMMA and many other MMA Organizations. He is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt, is 3 x IBJJF World Champion, the EBI Combat Jiu-Jitsu World Champion among many other Jiu-Jitsu Accolades. He runs his gym Calif...
#51 Darragh O’Carroll MD | Coronavirus (COVID-19) What you need to know | Alberto Crane Show
March 14, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 32.8 MBDarragh O’Carroll MD is an Emergency Physician and medical writer. He recently consulted on the Netflix docuseries “Pandemic: How to Prevent an Outbreak”, released in January, 2020. He obtained his B.S. in Human Physiology from Boston University, his M.D. from the John A. Burns School of Medicine at the University of Hawaii, and his training in Emergency Medicine from one of the nation’s busiest trauma centers, Los Angeles County Hospital. He is the medical director for All Hands and Heart Sm...
#47 Dr. Avetis “Avo” Azizyan | Emotional Intelligence in Medicine | Alberto Crane Show
March 12, 2020 00:15 - 1 hour - 123 MBDr Avetis Azizyan is a Neuroscience Major and practicing Board Certified Radiologist and Professor at UCLA Medical Center. We discussed his 16 year Journey of being a Doctor. The emotional intelligence of practicing medicine, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the Brain, helping people and much more. Enjoy!
#46 Taybren Lee - PAL | Alberto Crane Show
March 08, 2020 21:59 - 1 hour - 155 MBTaybren Lee is a Police Activities League Officer that teaches to at risk youth in Los Angeles. He instills life values through the guise of BJJ, Judo, and Karate. We had a great discussion on how losses make you better and much much more. Enjoy!
#45 Mestre Xuxo & Quebrado | Enjoy Yourself Movement | Alberto Crane Show
March 04, 2020 17:31 - 1 hour - 155 MBMestre Xuxo has known Capoeira as long as he’s been alive, starting Capoeira at 2 Years growing up under his Capoerista Master his father. Growing up in poverty in Brazil, he now teaches his method - Enjoy Yourself Movement around the World, teaching workshops and certifications. He has traveled to 147 Countries around the World. He has trained people like Ido Portal, Ruben “Cobrinha” Charles and many others to move better. About 3 1/2 years ago Mestre Xuxo was diagnosed with Multiple Schlero...
#44 Kristian Woodmansee | Jiu-Jitsu Way of Life | Alberto Crane Show
March 01, 2020 14:30 - 58 minutes - 108 MBKristian Woodmansee is an International BJJ Champion Competitor winning at the highest levels for many years. Kristian is an Atos Black Belt under Andre Galvão and was one of the Main Instructors for many years at Atos HQ. He now runs Logic BJJ in Philadelphia. It was a big pleasure to hear his personal story and his advice for BJJ Practitioners for them to reach their potential. Enjoy!
#43 Adam Mcinnis - Believe and Achieve | Alberto Crane Show
February 26, 2020 16:56 - 1 hour - 180 MBAdam McInnis is a Singer/Songwriter most known for his work on tv/film (Leap, The Voice, Hart of Dixie, EndGame etc) as well as collaborating with top dj's in EDM. Adam was a winner of Russel Simmon's "Race To Be: The Next Music Entrepreneur". Adam's online platform, where he gives out mentoring information and advice regarding the music industry has gained a vast following. He truly loves to help upcoming artists understand the blueprint for success. Part of this has been his Neverland Music...
#42 April Do Nascimento - Just Move | Alberto Crane Show
February 23, 2020 13:40 - 49 minutes - 92 MBJust Move! - Coach April Do Nascimento has always loved to move. Passionate Cheer athlete and later Cheer Coach. Which led her later to pursue Kinesiology and a bachelors degree from Cal State Northridge. Coach April runs and is the Head Coach for Tough Girl Bootcamp at Legacy in Burbank, California. It was great to hear her story, as she has been an inspiration to me for many years. Enjoy! #ToughGirlBootCamp #LegacyBJJ #BangMuayThai #TACFIT
#41 Xande & Michael Lemont | Alberto Crane Show
February 20, 2020 03:12 - 21 minutes - 20 MBXande is a 4th Degree BJJ Black Belt, an Attorney in Brazil and Musician, Michael Lemont is a Hip Hop Artist and Music Producer. They just returned from Summer in Brazil, always fun hanging out with them and catching up. Enjoy!
#40 Scott Sonnon & Matt Wiswesser | Alberto Crane Show
February 16, 2020 15:38 - 1 hour - 68.8 MBScott Sonnon is a Human Optimization Scientist and the Creator of the Clubbell, CST (Circular Strength Training) and TACFIT® coined by Men’s Health “Worlds Smartest Workout”. TACFIT® is an internationally established brand with facilities and instructors in 33 countries and it has been in the trenches developing a following reaching a record of 59 million. As a dyslexic, institutionalized as a child, Scott Sonnon became a TED Fellow speaking on the nature of multiple learning styles being mis...
#39 Juan David Mendez | Alberto Crane Show
February 12, 2020 23:29 - 41 minutes - 77.4 MBJuan David Mendez is a Registered Dietitian and Exercise Physiologist, specializing in neuromuscular physiology and cardiovascular performance studying many years at Yale and Florida State University. Juan David is a TACFIT Team Leader and has been practicing TACFIT for 10 years. He is also the Head Coach and Co-Owner of TACFIT Point and has his private practice in clinical and performance nutrition in Panama City. Juan David also traveled for 5 years as a Catholic Missionary in Bolivia and U...
#38 Matt Wiswesser | Alberto Crane Show
February 09, 2020 14:34 - 41 minutes - 77.7 MBMatt Wiswesser is an Athletic Trainer and TACFIT Team Leader, he has worked across many Sports with Major League Baseball, National Football Teams, Div 1 Wrestlers, Federal Agencies and Military. He is a BJJ Coach at Silver Fox BJJ and Personal Trainer. He has been a great friend over the years and always been a resource for me in my own TACFIT Journey. So it was great to sit down with him and connect on the Show. Enjoy!
#37 Néstor Serra | Alberto Crane Show
February 05, 2020 14:23 - 1 hour - 133 MBNéstor Serra Verdaguer, TACFIT® International Educational Director. Néstor has been in the fitness and sports industry for over three decades. His career path has led him to work with an array of clients including athletes and instructors. A movement specialist, he also trains movement professionals. By helping increase their knowledge, the coaches in turn can better help others. In 2016, his dedication ranked him Best Coach in Spain for his educational work and influence in fitness and h...
#36 Duane Ludwig & Sam Coutts | Alberto Crane Show
February 03, 2020 06:22 - 1 hour - 145 MBMMA Coach of the Year and World Champion Duane “Bang” Ludwig and Prof Sam Coutts head BJJ Coach at Ludwig Martial Arts. We talk about their history, some of our old stories and adversities we had to over come. Enjoy!
#35 Gabe Ruediger | Alberto Crane Show
January 29, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 123 MBUFC Veteran and BJJ Black Belt who now owns KAIJU MMA in Tarzana, California. We used to train together at Dan Henderson’s Team Quest years ago, so it was great catching up and chatting about his Ultimate Fighter 5 Experience, his martial arts journey and much more, enjoy!
#34 Konstantin aka Guara Prem | Alberto Crane Show
January 26, 2020 14:49 - 1 hour - 141 MBKonstantin teaches Meditation, Yoga, is an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and was a former Monk! He began his travels at the age of 12 years old all across his Native Russia, later spending years in India and later Bali and China. He now lives in Los Angeles, California and we discuss how Jiu-Jitsu has improved his Life and much more. Enjoy!
#33 Joey Alvarado | Alberto Crane Show
January 23, 2020 13:08 - 52 minutes - 97.7 MBJoey Alvarado is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and former Mixed Martial Arts Fighter and the founder and creator of KettleJitsu. We discussed where he grew up, his family and how he ended up in Los Angeles California. Enjoy!
#32 Renato Migliaccio | Alberto Crane Show
January 19, 2020 10:00 - 44 minutes - 82.2 MBProfessor Renato is Ryan Gracie 4th Degree BJJ Black Belt, Judo Black Belt, MMA Veteran and has traveled the World in his Martial Arts Journey. He now owns and operates Sampa BJJ in Glendora, California. It was great catching up with him and learning about his journey moving to the US from Brazil and much more. Enjoy!
#31 John Combs | Alberto Crane Show
January 15, 2020 15:26 - 55 minutes - 102 MBJohn Combs is an Easton BJJ Black Belt, he won the North American Trials Championships last year, winning 7 matches that day and has won many Championships along the way. He is an active competitor we talk about his journey and his mindset on his quest. Enjoy!
#30 SDotB Celebrity Photographer - Serge Bandaryan | Alberto Crane Show
January 12, 2020 16:07 - 1 hour - 129 MBHad a great time sitting down with my Family SDotB and talk old stories of him having the opportunity to shoot artists like Drake, Dr. Dre, 2 Chainz and many more. We talk about his clothing brand he ran for many years as well as his mindset and belief to invest in people over the years. Enjoy!
#29 Ben Roy | Alberto Crane Show
January 08, 2020 13:08 - 1 hour - 132 MBBen Roy is a Stand Up Comic, Musician, Co-creator and star of the TruTV Television Show ‘Those Who Can’t’ and of course a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Practitioner.
#28 Aaron Cruz & Erik “Esik” Melland | Alberto Crane Show
January 04, 2020 06:50 - 1 hour - 128 MBAaron owns and operates Alta Performance Institute in Monterrey, California. Erik “Esik” is the founder of VKNJ. They grew up in the same town and have a long training and friendship together. Aaron had a terrible vertebrae injury to his T 1, 2 and C7 and was determined to not be handicapped at 25yrs old and found the work which was needed to begin his journey to recovery from his debilitating neck injury. I had a great time talking with them and learned a lot from them .#TACFIT #CST #VKNJ #...
#27 - Erik "Esik" Melland | VKNJA
January 01, 2020 01:01 - 1 hour - 160 MBErik ‘Esik’ Melland is the CEO and founder of Viking Ninja LLC. He embodies the Viking Ninja - rooted within his Norwegian and Korean descent. His background as a massage therapist, fitness coach and creative artist has allowed him to design a program that is built around Balance, Discipline and the Warrior Spirit. His unconventional training system focusing on safe and mindful Bodyweight and Steel Mace movements for performance, strength, mobility and recovery. Erik’s journey has led him t...
#27 - Erik "Esik" Melland | Alberto Crane Show
January 01, 2020 01:01 - 1 hour - 160 MBErik ‘Esik’ Melland is the CEO and founder of Viking Ninja LLC. He embodies the Viking Ninja - rooted within his Norwegian and Korean descent. His background as a massage therapist, fitness coach and creative artist has allowed him to design a program that is built around Balance, Discipline and the Warrior Spirit. His unconventional training system focusing on safe and mindful Bodyweight and Steel Mace movements for performance, strength, mobility and recovery. Erik’s journey has led him t...
#26 - Eliot Marshall | UFC | BJJ and Giving Back
December 29, 2019 05:56 - 1 hour - 118 MBEliot Marshall is a former UFC Fighter and Ultimate Fighter Veteran, BJJ Black Belt Champion, the first American to earn IBJJF Pan American titles as a blue, purple and brown belt. In addition to being the co-owner and head instructor at Easton Training Center, Eliot became the head coach of Elevation Fight Team, one of the country's most highly regarded MMA teams. Eliot has his own podcast called the Gospel of Fire and has a best selling Amazon Book with the same title. Enjoy! You can find ...
#25 - Quebrado - Capoeira Way of Life
December 25, 2019 14:54 - 56 minutes - 106 MBQuebrado is of Lebanese Armenian descent and talks about his break dancing roots and how he found Capoeira in his transition moving to America. We talk about the many benefits of Capoeira, the Movement of the Martial Art, the Music and the Way of Life. Enjoy!
#25 - Quebrado | Capoeira Way of Life
December 25, 2019 14:54 - 56 minutes - 106 MBQuebrado is of Lebanese Armenian descent and talks about his break dancing roots and how he found Capoeira in his transition moving to America. We talk about the many benefits of Capoeira, the Movement of the Martial Art, the Music and the Way of Life. Enjoy!
#24 - Grant Collins - Acupuncture and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
December 22, 2019 14:47 - 1 hour - 113 MBGrant Collins is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine and a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt. He owns and operates Optimus Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Laguna Niguel in Orange County, California. We discuss the many benefits of the Martial Arts as well as Chinese Medicine. It was a big pleasure to sit down with him as he began his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Journey with me 20 years ago in Santa Fe, New Mexico as well as starting our first Kids Program. Enjoy!
#24 - Grant Collins | Acupuncture and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
December 22, 2019 14:47 - 1 hour - 113 MBGrant Collins is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine and a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt. He owns and operates Optimus Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Laguna Niguel in Orange County, California. We discuss the many benefits of the Martial Arts as well as Chinese Medicine. It was a big pleasure to sit down with him as he began his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Journey with me 20 years ago in Santa Fe, New Mexico as well as starting our first Kids Program. Enjoy!
#23 - Ryan Provencher | TACFIT Firefighter
December 18, 2019 13:00 - 58 minutes - 110 MBRyan Provencher is the Bellingham Fire Training Chief and TACFIT Fire and EMS Division Chief. We discuss his background in Physical Fitness and Nutrition and how TACFIT has helped him and others. Enjoy!
#22 - Bruce Schonfeld | The Secret Life of Fascia
December 15, 2019 14:00 - 1 hour - 150 MBBruce Schonfeld is an advanced Rolfer and has been a bodyworker for over 25 years. He also is a Film Maker and recently released his Movie: The Secret Life of Fascia. I’ve been fascinated by Fascia and how it works for many years now so it was a great pleasure to have an expert on the Show. Enjoy! You can find Bruce Schonfeld at advancedrolfing.com and can watch his movie “The Secret Life of Fascia” on Vimeo OnDemand
#21 - Jamal Shofani | Family is My Superpower
December 11, 2019 14:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBJamal Shofani is BJJ Black Belt, Former Marine and Wells Fargo District Manager. We talk about his family immigrating from Jordan. Leadership. Work Life Balance and how his Family has been his superpower. Enjoy!
Family is my Superpower #21 - Jamal Shofani
December 11, 2019 14:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBJamal Shofani is BJJ Black Belt, Former Marine and Wells Fargo District Manager. We talk about his family immigrating from Jordan. Leadership. Work Life Balance and how his Family has been his superpower. Enjoy!
#20 - Adil Mustafabekov | You Have to Have Fear | Art and Fighting
December 08, 2019 15:30 - 1 hour - 117 MBAdil Mustafabekov is a Disney Artist, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Competitor. We discuss his history and the crossover of Art and Martial Arts. Enjoy!
Overcoming the Monkey Mind and changing our DNA blue print #19 - Pier Pagano
December 04, 2019 16:27 - 36 minutes - 66.9 MBPier Pagano work is called Repatterning and comes from her experiences in both the fitness and design world. She worked for 40 years from the outside in; now works from the inside out. She teaches clients to use their inner toolbox to repattern their blueprint to reflect who they are now. She does private sessions and seminars in the US and Europe.
#19 - Pier Pagano | Overcoming the Monkey Mind and Changing Our DNA Blue Print
December 04, 2019 16:27 - 36 minutes - 66.9 MBPier Pagano work is called Repatterning and comes from her experiences in both the fitness and design world. She worked for 40 years from the outside in; now works from the inside out. She teaches clients to use their inner toolbox to repattern their blueprint to reflect who they are now. She does private sessions and seminars in the US and Europe.
#18 - Jim Lawson | Jiu-Jitsu Mag | UFC | Journey
December 01, 2019 11:44 - 1 hour - 163 MBJim Lawson is the owner of Jiu-Jitsu Magazine, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt. and former Marine. We talk about his Jiu-Jitsu beginnings, Royce Gracie, his Journey and everything in between. Enjoy!
Jiu-Jitsu Mag, the UFC and the Journey - Jim Lawson - Alberto Cran Show #18
December 01, 2019 11:44 - 1 hour - 163 MBJim Lawson is the owner of Jiu-Jitsu Magazine, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt. and former Marine. We talk about his Jiu-Jitsu beginnings, Royce Gracie, his Journey and everything in between. Enjoy!
Build it and they will come - Garret Glava - Alberto Crane Show #17
November 27, 2019 14:00 - 31 minutes - 73.1 MBEntrepreneur. Contractor, Real Estate Agent, BJJ Black Belt and a guy you want on your team. Garret Glava has helped open up over 25 Gracie Barra BJJ Academies all over Southern California. He now runs Gracie Barra Paso Robles in Paso Robles, California. I always appreciate his advice and guidance. Enjoy!
#17 - Garret Glava | Build It and They Will Come
November 27, 2019 14:00 - 31 minutes - 73.1 MBEntrepreneur. Contractor, Real Estate Agent, BJJ Black Belt and a guy you want on your team. Garret Glava has helped open up over 25 Gracie Barra BJJ Academies all over Southern California. He now runs Gracie Barra Paso Robles in Paso Robles, California. I always appreciate his advice and guidance. Enjoy!