Grappler Union Podcast

154 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 49 ratings

Grappler Union Podcast with hosts Javier Palomo & Anthony Zito. Their passion for the art and their experience through the eyes of Jiu Jitsu players gives a unique perspective of the lifestyle. Stories including staying healthy, training, competing, and overall life experiences.

“Promoting Jiu Jitsu to the masses and explaining how the art impacts the people we encounter in a positive way is our goal.”

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Episodes

Fight Companion - ADCC 2017

September 26, 2017 04:00 - 3 hours - 211 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union Fight Companion ADCC 2017 we have Jeff Serafin, Aaron Brooks and Pierre Pires in studio.

#050 - Mark Vives & Adem Redzovic

September 19, 2017 04:00 - 2 hours - 163 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union podcast we have Mark Vives & Adem Redzovic in studio. Mark is a second degree Black Belt under Marcelo & Marcos De Souza and owner / head instructor at New Breed Training Center. Adem is a second degree Black Belt under Eddie Redzovic and the owner / head instuctor at Team Redzovic Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

#049 - Jason Bender

September 12, 2017 04:00 - 2 hours - 125 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Jason Bender in studio. Jason is a Black Belt under Carlson Gracie Jr. and an instructor at Cheetah Gym in Andersonville, IL.

#048 - Dania Aj & Alex Seaver

September 05, 2017 04:00 - 2 hours - 112 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Dania Aj in studio. Dania is a Purple Belt under Comprido. Also in studio is Alex Seaver who is a Purple Belt under Carlson Gracie Jr.

#047 - Ashur Darmo

August 29, 2017 04:00 - 2 hours - 127 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Ashur Darmo in studio. Ashur is a Brown Belt under Mark Vives, he is a Pans Medalist and a Fight To Win competitor.

#046 - Josh Hinger & Evan Mannweiler

August 22, 2017 04:00 - 2 hours - 126 MB

On this episode we have Josh Hinger in studio. Josh is a Black Belt under Andre Galvao, a no-gi World Champion, a instructor at Atos HQ, and writes a monthly column for FloGrappling.com. Also in studio is Evan Mannweiler who is also a Black Belt under Andre Galvao.

#045 - Larry Lindenman

August 15, 2017 04:00 - 2 hours - 142 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Larry Lindenman in studio. Larry is a Black Belt under Carlson Gracie Jr. He is an instructor at Carlson Gracie Aurora, IL. He is also the training coordinator at the Range 355.

#044 - Kristian Woodmansee

August 08, 2017 04:00 - 2 hours - 137 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Kristian Woodmansee in studio. Kristian is an Atos Representative and Black Belt under Andre Galvao. He is the Head Instructor and Program Director at Roots Athletics Philadelphia. He is also a Brown Belt World Champion.

Fight Companion - EBI 12

August 01, 2017 04:00 - 3 hours - 217 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Omar Ocasio who is a Black Belt under Eddie Bravo and Owner/ Head Instructor of 10th Planet Lombard Illinois. Also in studio is Javier Palomo, Purple Belt under LCCT & 10th Planet. Also joining us is Amber Kamischke, Purple Belt under Vianna Bros.

#043 - Rodrigo “Comprido” Medeiros

July 25, 2017 04:00 - 2 hours - 114 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Comprido in studio. Comprido is a 4th Degree Black belt under Fernando “Magrão” Gurgel, he is a 2 time Absolute World Champion, one of the founders of Brasa Team and the owner / head instructor at Comprido BJJ.

#042 - Blake Klassman

July 18, 2017 04:00 - 2 hours - 132 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Blake Klassman in studio. Blake is a Brown Belt under Jeff Serafin and he is an instructor at Fit2Defend Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

#041 - Aaron Johnson

July 11, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 106 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Aaron Johnson in studio. Aaron is a Black belt under James Clingerman, he is a member of Team USA Grappling and a Master Worlds Brown belt champion.

#040 - Aaron Brooks & Ryan Salisbury

July 04, 2017 04:00 - 2 hours - 138 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Aaron Brooks in studio. Aaron is a Brown belt under the Vianna Brothers. Also in studio is Ryan Salisbury who is a Purple belt under Carlson Gracie Team.

#039 - Nathan Orchard

June 27, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 100 MB

On the episode of Grappler Union we have Nathan Orchard in studio. Nathan is a Black belt under Eddie Bravo and the owner / head instructor at 10th Planet Portland.

#038 - Caio Cesar Oliveira

June 20, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 87 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Caio Oliveira in studio. Caio is a Brown belt under Andre Maneco.

#037 - Carlos Archila & Patty Archila

June 13, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 106 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Carlos Archila in studio. Carlos is a Black Belt under Mark Vives and the owner and head instructor at Lake County Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Also in studio is Patty Archila who is a Purple Belt under Carlos.

#036 - Evan Mannweiler & Nikki Sullivan

June 06, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 88.9 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Evan Mannweiler in studio. Evan is a Black Belt under Andre Galvao. Also in studio is Nikki Sullivan, who is a Brown Belt under Joe Baize & Shawn Hammond.

#035 - Nick Mitria

May 30, 2017 04:00 - 2 hours - 125 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Nick Mitria in studio. Nick is a Brown Belt under Mark Vives and the owner of BJJ Tees.

#034 - Mark Turner & Wagner Mota

May 23, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 75.8 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union podcast we have Mark Turner in studio. Mark is a 1st Degree Black Belt under Demian Maia and owner / head instructor at Mark Turner BJJ. Also in studio is Wagner Mota a 4th Degree Black Belt under Eduardo Telles and Fernando Terere, also Demian Maia's Jiu Jitsu coach.

#033 - Leandro "Leo" Valdes

May 16, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 89.5 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Leandro "Leo" Valdes in studio. Leo is a 3rd Degree Black Belt in Judo under Irwin Cohen and a 2nd Degree Black Belt in Jiu Jitsu under Comprido. He is also the owner and head instructor at Randori Jiu Jitsu.

#032 - Brick Welch

May 09, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 80.7 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union podcast we have Brick Welch in studio. Brick is a first degree Black Belt and head instuctor at Team Redzovic The Loop.

#031 - James Clingerman & AJ Clingerman

May 02, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 79.1 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union podcast we have James Clingerman in studio. James is a third degree Black Belt under Anibal Braga and he is the owner and head instructor at Indiana Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Academy. Also in studio is James wife AJ Clingerman who is a Blue Belt under James.

#030 - Mike Cimm & Nick Cimm

April 25, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 81.4 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union podcast we have Black Belts Mike & Nick Cimm in studio. Mike is the owner and head instructor at Illinois Grappling Club and Nick is owner and head instructor at Chicago School of Grappling.

#029 - Matt Kirtley w/ Nelson Puentes & Javier Palomo

April 18, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 92.3 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Black Belt and Author of Mastering the Crucifix Matt Kirtley in studio. Also in studio is Nelson Puentes owner of Inverted Gear and Javier Palomo.

#028 - Nelson Puentes, Hillary Witt & Reilly Bodycomb

April 11, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 90.4 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Black Belts Nelson Puentes and Hillary Witt owners of Inverted Gear in studio. Also in studio Pan American Sambo Champion Reilly Bodycomb.

#027 - Barry Philips

April 04, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 101 MB

On this episode if Grappler Union we have Barry Philips in studio. Barry is a second degree Black Belt under Adem & Eddie Redzovic and owner / head instructor at R-Team Deerfield. Also in studio is Javier Palomo.

#026 - Matt Leighton

March 28, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 91.5 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Matt Leighton in studio. Matt is a Brown Belt under Mark Vives. He is the 2017 European Champion and the 2016 No-gi Worlds Champion. Also in studio is Maria Bascom, 2017 Pan Bronze Medalist and Matt's girlfriend.

#025 - Mitch Bowlin

March 21, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 87.7 MB

On this episode we have Mitch Bowlin in studio. Mitch is a Brown Belt under Thomas Rozdzynski out of Rol Academy.

#024 - Hoong Giang

March 14, 2017 04:00 - 1 hour - 74.5 MB

On this epside of Grappler Union we have Hoong Giang in Studio. Hoong is a well known photographer in the Chicagoland Jiu Jitsu community. He is a Purple Belt under Mike Simm out of Illinois Grappling Club.

Fight Companion – EBI 11

March 07, 2017 05:00 - 2 hours - 142 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we watch and discuss the Eddie Bravo Invitational 11. EBI was held in California on March 5th, 2017.

#023 - Samuel Spiegelman

February 28, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 96.2 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Samuel Spiegelman in studio. Sam is a full time strength and conditioning coach, he has a Master Degree in exercise science. He is also a featured writer for BreakingMuscle.com and Attack The Back. He is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt out of Newbreed Training center under Mark Vives.

#022 - Benjamin Salas & Alex Salas

February 21, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 95 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Benjamin Salas in studio. Benjamin is a 1st Degree Black Belt under Carlson Gracie Jr. and Owner / Head Instructor at Seamless Progression Academy. Also in studio is Alex Salas who is a Blue Belt under Benjamin.

#021 - Jennifer Zanotti

February 14, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 92.6 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Jennifer Zanotti in studio. Jen is a wellness coach and author of an E Book Healthy & Simple Recipes. She is also a Blue Belt under Jeff Serafin.

#020 - Scott Gave

February 07, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 96.5 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Scott Gave in studio. Scott is a Brown Belt under Jeff Serafin and Owner / Head Instructor at Fit 2 Defend.

#019 - Thomas Rozdzynski

January 31, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 81.3 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Thomas Rozdzynski. Thomas is a 1st Degree Black Belt under Adem & Eddie Redzovic and owner / head instructor at ROL Academy of Jiu Jitsu.

#018 - Jay Valko

January 24, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 76.8 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Jay Valko in studio. Jay is a 2nd Degree Black Belt under Eduardo de Lima and Owner / Head Instructor at Valko Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

#017 - Daniel Vianna

January 17, 2017 05:00 - 2 hours - 111 MB

On this episode we have Daniel Vianna in studio. Daniel has been studying Brazilian Jiu Jitsu for 28 years and is a 4th Degree Black Belt under Carlson Gracie Jr.

#016 - Taylor Biagi

January 10, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 86.4 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Taylor Biagi in studio. Taylor is a Purple Belt under Mark Vives and a 4 x Pan Nogi Champion.

#015 - Andre Maneco & Pierre Pires

January 03, 2017 05:00 - 1 hour - 75.9 MB

On this episode of Grappler Union we have Andre Maneco in studio. Andre is a 3rd Degree Black Belt under Carlson Gracie Sr. and owner and head instructor at Andre Maneco Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Also in studio is Pierre Pires who is a Purple Belt under Andre.