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THE JIU JITSU TAPES

47 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -

Messages from martial artists. Season two of the Shoyoroll podcast. (562) 999-1722.

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Episodes

10. Rule Changes

January 01, 2022 19:00 - 9 minutes - 6.76 MB

Save jiu jitsu. Featuring Marcus 'Buchecha' Almeida and messages from The Jiu Jitsu Tapes answering machine. 

9. Mat Etiquette

December 17, 2021 05:00 - 9 minutes - 6.55 MB

Do you know the unsaid rules of the gym? Featuring Kenny Florian, Alan "Finfou" Nascimento, and more.

8. Creonte

December 01, 2021 06:00 - 8 minutes - 5.8 MB

Is it taboo to train at another school? Featuring (in order of appearance) Spencer Pratt, Heath Pedigo, Mikey Musumeci, and messages from The Jiu Jitsu Tapes answering machine. Call in at (562) 999-1722.

7. I Moved to Mexico

November 17, 2021 06:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MB

A jiu-jitsu adventure across the republic to the south. Featuring Jason Cox.

6. Daisy in the Mud

September 20, 2021 07:00 - 13 minutes - 9.14 MB

The long lost prince of BJJ finds himself at a Kendo match in Japan. Featuring narration and original music by Ralek Gracie.

BONUS: Pitbull Attack

September 20, 2021 07:00 - 8 minutes - 5.64 MB

A 9-year-old becomes a jiu jitsu superhero.  Featuring Drew Heredia.

4. Spirit of Change

September 20, 2021 07:00 - 7 minutes - 5.15 MB

Shake off those demons. Featuring (in order of appearance) Gezary Matuda, Emily Kwok, and Ro ‘The Show’ Malabanan.

5. Pitbull Attack

September 20, 2021 07:00 - 8 minutes - 5.64 MB

A 9-year-old becomes a jiu jitsu superhero.  Featuring Drew Heredia.

BONUS: Daisy in the Mud

September 20, 2021 07:00 - 13 minutes - 9.14 MB

The long lost prince of BJJ finds himself at a Kendo match in Japan. Featuring narration and original music by Ralek Gracie.

3. Stinky Gi Guy

September 20, 2021 06:00 - 7 minutes - 4.85 MB

There's always one. Featuring (in order of appearance) Andre Vaughan, Dennis Asche, Caleb Khan, and Emily Kwok.

2. Mat Enforcer

September 20, 2021 05:00 - 9 minutes - 6.85 MB

Keeping the peace. Featuring (in order of appearance) Jared Weiner, Matt Darcy, PJ O’Sullivan, Marcos Torregrosa, and Caleb Khan.

1. Sea of Blue Belts

September 20, 2021 04:00 - 14 minutes - 9.79 MB

What does it mean to be a blue belt? Featuring (in order of appearance) Riccardo Ammendolia, Luis ‘Limao’ Heredia, Ron Manes, Emily Kwok, Jared Weiner, and Luigi Mondelli.

Fashion and Jiu-Jitsu with Masafumi 'Bebe' Watanabe

February 02, 2021 02:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MB

Tokyo fashion and streetwear standout Masafumi 'Bebe' Watanabe talks about his passion for jiu-jitsu, his brand Bedwin and the Heartbreakers, and provides some insight into his forthcoming collaboration with Shoyoroll.

Scott Caan's Jiu-Jitsu Journey

January 21, 2021 23:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MB

Actor Scott Caan talks about learning jiu-jitsu in Los Angeles in the mid-90s, how he loves that one in BJJ cares he's an A-list celebrity,  the pros and cons of private lessons, training in Hawaii while filming Hawaii 5-0, and why grappling continues to be a passion in his life.

Grassroots American Jiu-Jitsu with Heath Pedigo

December 30, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MB

The coach of one of the most exciting new jiu-jitsu academies, Daisy Fresh, tells us the story behind the unique team name, his emphasis on work-ethic, and the philosophies that have helped him shape world-champions at his humble gym in the middle of Illinois.

Ralek Gracie on Tradition and Transformation

December 19, 2020 00:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MB

We catch up with the elusive Ralek Gracie to talk about everything from growing up with the most famous last name in martial arts, what it felt like to beat Sakuraba, developing individual creativity, the lasting impact of Metamoris, his perspective on legacy, and his jiu-jitsu journey coming full circle. You don’t want to miss this one.

From Jiu-Jitsu to Reality TV with Spencer Pratt

December 14, 2020 23:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MB

Legendary Reality TV super-villian Spencer Pratt talks about his lifetime relationship with jiu-jitsu, training in his loft above Skid Row, getting an ex-girlfriend “swooped” in Brazil, the old-school smelly gis at the legendary Tijuca Tennis Club, his regrets about passing on private lessons back when Rickson Gracie used to hang out at his house, the importance of social media for jiu jitsu athletes, and going 120% every time he trains (even against white belts).

Joel Tudor on Jiu-Jitsu Style and Culture

December 07, 2020 06:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MB

'Bear' visits surf icon and jiu-jitsu world champion Joel Tudor at his academy Surffight in Del Mar, California to talk about the connection between surfing and BJJ, why he took up grappling at 25, and what the sport needs in order to continue to grow.

Photography with Kenneth Cappello

November 17, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 50.6 MB

Renowned fashion and music photographer Kenneth Cappello finally tells the story behind his mysterious Laurel Canyon Fight Club, gives away some of the secrets behind his continued success as a photographer, and talks about what it’s like to shoot everyone from Mike Tyson to Young Thug to Billie Eilish.

Mastering Your Higher Self with Stefan Kocev

October 24, 2020 05:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MB

Black belt Stefan Kocev talks about the early days of Rickson Gracie jiu jitsu in Los Angeles, his journey as a photographer, and how he uses the healing power of the outdoors in his recovery program Bodhi Casa.

Buchecha on Pan Ams and Heel Hooks

October 21, 2020 19:00 - 47 minutes - 32.3 MB

The legendary Marcus 'Buchecha' Almeida breaks down his day-to-day routine, his thoughts on the recent Pan Ams, and the inclusion of heel hooks in the IBJJF.

Art and Jiu-Jitsu with Gardar Eide Einarsson

October 05, 2020 21:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MB

Norwegian-born artist Gardar Eide Einarsson calls in from his home in Tokyo to talk about how his work as a fine artist connects with his personality as a jiu-jitsu fighter.

Art with Gardar Eide Einarsson

October 05, 2020 21:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MB

Norwegian-born artist Gardar Eide Einarsson calls in from his home in Tokyo to talk about how his work as a fine artist connects with his personality as a jiu-jitsu fighter.

Lupe Fiasco on His Martial Arts Legacy

September 30, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 50.6 MB

Hip hop legend Lupe Fiasco talks about growing up in his father Gregory Jaco's dojo on the South Side of Chicago, and how he's realized that rap was just an extension of his way as a warrior. 

Fighting for Social Justice with Tyrone Glover

September 21, 2020 16:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MB

OG West Coast blackbelt Tyrone Glover talks about the good ol' days of competitive grappling, his career as an attorney focused on civil rights, and how to get more involved in social action.

The Gardening Gi with Carlos Morera

September 13, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 52.6 MB

Carlos Morera, cofounder of The Cactus Store, talks about the inspiration and process behind The Gardening Gi—a special project we did together, getting into the rare plant game, and the social activism his team has been a part of this year.

Breaking Out of the BJJ Bubble with Gezary Matuda

September 05, 2020 07:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB

We talk to 3x World Champion Gezary Matuda about the challenges of building a career in jiu jitsu, and her goal of bringing more women to the sport.

Getting to Know Marcelo Garcia

August 28, 2020 01:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MB

We asked the Greatest Of All Time about his life off the mat, being a good human being, and his return as a competitor.

Getting to Know Marcelo Garcia

August 28, 2020 01:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MB

We asked the Greatest Of All Time about his life off the mat, being a good human being, and his return as a competitor.

Old Man Jiu-Jitsu with Leo Viera

August 24, 2020 20:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MB

We visit Checkmat HQ in Long Beach, California, to check in with one of the most progressive and influential jiu-jitsu competitors ever—our friend Leo Viera.

Old Man Jiu-Jitsu with Leo Vieira

August 24, 2020 20:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MB

We visit Checkmat HQ in Long Beach, California, to check in with one of the most progressive and influential jiu-jitsu competitors ever—our friend Leo Vieira.

Performance Training with David Alexander

August 21, 2020 07:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MB

One of the best sports performance trainers in the world, David Alexander, talks about training today's top pro athletes, his own journey in hard-nose, old school BJJ, and why sometimes therapy is just an important as a hard workout.

Immigration Law for BJJ Athletes with Richard Wilner

August 11, 2020 01:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MB

Ever wonder why there are so many immigration law firms advertising at jiu-jitsu tournaments? We talk to Richard Wilner, from Wilner & O'Reilly, about the details of competing and teaching internationally.

Brazilian Culture with Chef Alex Atala

August 03, 2020 17:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MB

We talk to South America's most iconic chef (and jiu-jitsu player) about bringing Brazilian cuisine to the world's stage - all while protecting its environment, culture, and authenticity along the way.

BJJ Myth-Busting with Robert Drysdale

July 27, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 48.4 MB

One of the most accomplished American grapplers of his generation, Robert Drysdale talks about his upcoming documentary revealing the real history of jiu-jitsu.

Filmmaking and Jiu-Jitsu with Riley Stearns

July 23, 2020 17:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MB

Film director Riley Stearns talks about his recent film The Art of Self Defense, being an avid jiu-jitsu competitor, and what he draws creatively from his time on the mat.

Running BJJ Gyms During the Pandemic with Kenny Florian

July 03, 2020 19:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MB

UFC veteran, commentator, and gym-owner Kenny Florian discusses the challenges jiu-jitsu gyms are facing , and what the future may hold for academies across the world.

The Martial Spirit with Kenny Florian

July 03, 2020 19:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

UFC veteran, commentator, and gym-owner Kenny Florian discusses the challenges jiu-jitsu gyms are facing , and what the future may hold for academies across the world.

The Future of Jiu-Jitsu with Mikey Musumeci

July 03, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 67.5 MB

4x Black Belt World Champion, and self-described "super nerd," Mikey Musumeci talks about his current training regime, and the future of competitive BJJ.

Inclusion in BJJ with Emily Kwok & Dominyka Obelenyte

June 19, 2020 19:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MB

Legendary jiu-jitsu pioneer Emily Kwok and millennial world-champion Dominyka Obelenyte talk about the cultural and social issues within the grappling community -and how things are changing.

Lucas Lepri

May 27, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MB

'Bear' talks to one of the greatest sport jiu-jitsu competitors of all time.

The Small Detail Mindset with Lucas Lepri

May 27, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MB

'Bear' talks to one of the greatest sport jiu-jitsu competitors of all time.

Transformation of Youth with Kade and Tye Ruotolo

May 20, 2020 20:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MB

Can't fight against the youth! 'Bear' checks in with BJJ twin phenoms 'The Ruotolo Brothers.'

Transformation of Youth with Kade and Tye Ruotolo

May 20, 2020 20:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MB

Can't fight against the youth! 'Bear' checks in with BJJ twin phenoms 'The Ruotolo Brothers.'

Kade and Tye Ruotolo

May 20, 2020 20:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MB

Can't fight against the youth! 'Bear' checks in with BJJ twin phenoms 'The Ruotolo Brothers.'

Ryan Hall

May 13, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 47.1 MB

A conversation with one of the greatest minds in grappling and mixed martial arts, Ryan Hall.

Evolving as a Fighter with Ryan Hall

May 13, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 47 MB

A conversation with one of the greatest minds in grappling and mixed martial arts, Ryan Hall.