The Inner Blade
107 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago - ★★★★★ - 57 ratingsThe Inner Blade is an exploration of ancient Samurai practices and modern science on the path to the Optimum Self. The show delves into Mental Resilience, Physical Fitness, Nutrition, Recovery, and Tribe.
In probing the underpinnings of human potential each week, author Nick Gullo chats with entrepreneurs, athletes, sports psychologists, genetic researchers and yogis. Always searching for those raw vulnerable moments where emotion eclipses restraint and reason, as these are the signposts on the path to growth.
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Episodes
Travis Newazza Returns!
April 07, 2017 22:14 - 1 hour - 31.9 MBTooth welcomes Travis Newazza back into the garage to talk about his selling the brand Newazza to move to Austin TX and join Onnit HQ, and how he rolled with the punches when that didn't work out, opening two new gyms in Palm Desert/Joshua Tree, training for ADCC trials, catch wrestling, and more! This episode sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com For more info visit Motus V www.motusv.com
Baret Yoshida!
March 31, 2017 19:08 - 1 hour - 37.1 MBTooth sits with the legendary grappler Baret Yoshida. They talk trying to learn Jiu Jitsu in the mid-90s, Baret's foray into MMA and the dangers of striking, his incredible performances at ADCC, living in a Japanese dojo, the infamous Yakuza, Mexican Pyramids... and so much more! This episode sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com For more info visit Motus V www.motusv.com
Izzy Paskowitz
March 20, 2017 18:47 - 1 hour - 43.3 MBTooth sits with Izzy Paskowitz, of the fabled Paskowitz clan who were featured in the Netflix documentary 'Surfwise.' It's an amazing story about a family of 11 children that dropped out and lived for decades in an old RV up and down the Pacific Coast. Izzy was a world longboard champion and he now runs Surfer's Healing, a charity that works with autistic children, introducing them to the ocean and specifically surfing. Sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com For more info hea...
Rick Slomba - the Doyen of BJJ Instructors
March 08, 2017 18:55 - 1 hour - 41.2 MBRick Slomba, World Champion and head AOJ instructor, drops by the garage and sits with Tooth. They talk starting jits as an adult, competing at the elite level, fighting through continual failures, developing the AOJ kids program, and finally, opening a BJJ gym. Sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com Check out Motus V www.motusv.com
The Return of Dr. Andy Galpin!
February 17, 2017 22:11 - 1 hour - 37.6 MBTooth agains sits with the Cal State Fullerton physiology/genetics researcher and this time they talk about the #1 recovery technique that everyone can use (and it's free!), the rapid evolution of genetic engineering, pigs engineered with human organs, the ethical concerns of such engineering, and how to counter the damaging effects of flying. This episode sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com For more host & podcast info checkout www.motusv.com
Garry Tonon
February 09, 2017 00:58 - 1 hour - 45.6 MBTooth sits with nogi grappling phenom Garry Tonon prior to his gi super-fight against AJ Azgarem in Huntington Beach. They talk learning under John Danaher, the rise of leg attacks in the nogi system, training with Georges St. Pierre to help him get ready for his UFC fights, and more! Episode Sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com For more info visit www.motusv.com
Luke Davis Pro Surfer
January 31, 2017 06:09 - 1 hour - 38.1 MBPro surfer Luke Davis drops by the Motus V studio to talk living the dream, traveling the world doing what you love, and the life of a free surfer. This episode sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com Mas info at the Motus V website www.motusv.com
Starting a Company: Kimera Koffee!!!
January 15, 2017 01:22 - 1 hour - 34.3 MBTooth sits with Kimera Koffee founder Teodoro Armenteros. They talk life in the Dominican Republic, the difficulties of starting a company and just what makes the coffee so unique. Episode sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com For more info visit www.motusv.com
New Year's Resolutions!
January 09, 2017 19:14 - 1 hour - 33.5 MBTooth sits w/ friend of the Motus V family, Anthony Gonzalez. During the ramblefest they talk setting and achieving goals, DIET & implementing a realistic training regimen. Sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com Info at Motus V www.motusv.com
2016 Recap + REPOST of 'Mendes Bros on Coaching'
December 27, 2016 06:27 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBTooth recaps the madness that was 2016 & pulls a mulligan to repost the first Motus V episode, 'Mendes Bros on Coaching.' The original episode contained botched audio, but after stumbling on the old files, well why not it's the end of the year and 2017 is the year of the Apocalypse! Episode sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com Sign up for Motus V newsletter at: www.motusv.com
Nerdcast: Star Wars - Rogue One!
December 24, 2016 02:13 - 1 hour - 34.6 MBHappy Holidays! From here on (post Disney acquisition of Lucas Films) every holiday season will bring another Star Wars installment... so Tooth sits with fellow scifi geeks, wife Taylor and friend Johnny Castannha, to discuss their history with the Star Wars universe, and also drop a review of the new prequel Rogue One. Sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com Sign-up for updates at the new Motus V site www.motusv.com
EBI 10 Champion Geo 'Freakazoid' Martinez
December 15, 2016 01:59 - 59 minutes - 26.1 MBTooth sits with EBI 10 Champion Geo 'Freakazoid' Martinez, fresh off his win at the first international EBI tournament, held in Mexico City. They talk about his massive upset over Danaher Deathsquad standout Eddie Cummings, the rapid evolution of nogi jiu jitsu, and how to start training leglocks. Brought to you by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com
Boost the Cardio w/ Ashleigh Baird
November 28, 2016 20:50 - 50 minutes - 22.1 MBTooth speaks with competitive freediver Ashleigh Baird. A fascinating conversation about the dangers of her sport, life as a Florida water-woman, and how to rapidly develop cardio capacity. Sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com Subscribe the Motus V newsletter at www.motusv.com
Back from the Brink! w/ Jason Romair
November 23, 2016 20:01 - 1 hour - 31.3 MBEveryone wants to be millionaire, but who really wants to do the work?! Nick sits with resort developer Jason Romair about turning his life around from a near death experience and the need to continually do the work that's brought him success. Sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com Also, check out the new website for Motus V!!! www.motusv.com
Worm!
November 11, 2016 15:38 - 1 hour - 34.8 MBTooth sits with Erin 'Worm' Ashley: professional longboard surfer, culinary pastry chef, and possessor of the secrets to teleport 2" IN ANY DIRECTION! sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com
Before the Flood!
November 03, 2016 03:53 - 1 hour - 33.7 MBTooth sits with Jrutt and Squirm, both right-leaning lads, to discuss Leonardo's new documentary 'Before the Flood.' The climate change video is available to watch free now on YouTube, so while it's not required viewing we suggest you give it a gander then join in! Sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com
Mind Pump Radio: Exploding Training Myths!
October 26, 2016 00:59 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBTooth talks training truths with Sal, Adam and Justin of the Mind Pump Podcast. Mantra for this episode: Less is more! (and their conflict with CrossFit) Check the guys out at: www.mindpumpmedia.com Sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com
MindPump Media: Exploding Training Myths!
October 26, 2016 00:42Tooth talks training truth with Sal, Adam and Justin of the MindPump podcast. The mantra for this episode: Less is more! Check them out at www.mindpumpmedia.com Episode Sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com
Richie 'The Boogeyman' Martinez
October 11, 2016 20:00 - 1 hour - 35.3 MBTooth and Richie chill on a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean and talk break-dancing, 10th Planet, nogi grappling and a traditional Indian wedding taking place beneath their balcony. Sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com
Jujimufu
September 30, 2016 22:32 - 1 hour - 33.5 MBTooth sits with anabolic-acrobat Jujimufu, the internet sensation appearing on America's Got Talent and in national Taco Bell commercials. They talk about internet personas, fitness & diet, and how to work up to doing the splits. Sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com & Absolute Athletic Care Natural Fiber Laundry Detergent www.absoluteathleticcare.com
Chael Sonnen - Swapcast!
September 24, 2016 03:43 - 51 minutes - 21.5 MBTooth jumps through an inter-dimensional wormhole onto the podcast 'You're Welcome with Chael Sonnen' ... & brings back excerpts of their talk relating to the late/great UFC show 'Looking for a Fight' Sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com & also Absolute Athletic Care Natural Laundry Detergent for Gis www.absoluteathleticcare.com
Down the Rabbit Hole with Anthony Gonzalez
September 16, 2016 17:41 - 1 hour - 31 MBTooth chats with friend of the podcast Anthony Gonzalez about cardio training, Tony Ferguson vs Rafael Dos Anjos, physics, workplace automation, and simulation theory! Sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com Absolute Athletic Detergent www.absoluteathleticcare.com
Jits Wrap-up w/ Jon Tuck
September 06, 2016 16:01 - 1 hour - 31.8 MBTooth chats with UFC fighter & grappling aficionado Jon Tuck. They talk competition mindset, diet, water-loading, Master Worlds, and Demian Maia. Sponsored by Kimera Koffee. www.kimerakoffee.com
Sports Psychology w/ Dr. Lenny Wiersma
August 25, 2016 00:16 - 1 hour - 30.6 MBTooth chats with Dr. Lenny about the mental game as it pertains to training and competition. This episode sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com
Big Wave Surfer Eli Olson
August 18, 2016 16:44 - 1 hour - 39.1 MBTooth chats with pro surfer Eli Olson who was recently nominated for a Big Wave Paddle Award for paddling into a massive wave at Jaws, a spot previously only surfed by towing in with jetskis. Episode sponsored by Kimera Koffee: www.kimerakoffee.com
Genetic Sports Performance with Dr. Andy Galpin
August 10, 2016 19:31 - 1 hour - 38.3 MBTooth talks with the Cal State Fullerton physiology researcher about training, recovery, genetic freaks and the near future of gene modifications as it relates to sports performance.
Mental Constructs w Roddy T
August 01, 2016 20:37 - 1 hour - 35.5 MBTooth talks with filmmaker Roddy Tabatabai about identifying mental constructs from our childhoods, and overcoming the limitations inherent in those constructs. Roddy is a principal with Change for Balance, a film production company focused on spurring positive change.
Diet Myths Exposed
July 26, 2016 16:21 - 1 hour - 29.2 MBTooth chats with Mrs. Tooth about diet, raising kids to eat healthy, and the importance of routine in establishing effective eating patterns.
Story Time with Uncle Creepy: Ian McCall
July 15, 2016 20:41 - 1 hour - 38.5 MBTooth and Uncle Creepy chat about training, the parallels between the life of a writer and a fighter, and why Tooth left the reality show, "Looking for a Fight."
UFC 200 Preview & Kelvin Gastelum
July 07, 2016 18:03 - 1 hour - 49.8 MBFirst up Tooth & MMA trainer Anthony Gonzalez break down the four fight cards for the UFC 200 extravaganza: Brock Lesnar, Mark Hunt, Meisha Tate, Joe Lauzon, Diego Sanchez, TJ Dillashaw, etc, etc!
Rafa Mendes - 2016 BJJ World Champion
June 30, 2016 02:24 - 1 hour - 34 MBRafa and Tooth talk intense training, mastering the Mushin Mind, and dealing with extreme setbacks leading up to competition. Rafa recently won his 6th world title, cementing his place as the greatest featherweight competitor in Jiu Jitsu history. This episode is sponsored by Kimera Koffee. www.kimerakoffee.com
Eddie Bravo Part II
June 21, 2016 19:11 - 1 hour - 35.4 MBTooth continues his chat with Eddie, picking up with Bravo's infamous 2003 ADCC victory over Royler Gracie, commentating for the UFC, launching the 10th Planet schools, and EBI (the Eddie Bravo Invitational). This episode is sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com
Eddie Bravo Part I
June 14, 2016 05:49 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBTooth chats with Eddie in his Van Nuys music studio wherein they delve into Eddie's strange path from metal music to DJ'ing at a strip club to geeking out on boxing and finally discovering Jiu Jitsu after UFC #2, which led to his training under Jean Jacques Machado and winning the 2003 ADCC trials! Next week's Part 2 picks up with Eddie's infamous 2003 ADCC victory over Royler Gracie, so listen for both. This episode is sponsored by Kimera Koffee www.kimerakoffee.com
Jason Parillo - Overcoming Insane Obstacles
June 10, 2016 01:37 - 2 hours - 57.8 MBTooth chats with Jason about his roller coaster journey from amateur and professional boxing to career-ending injuries that left him reeling, then back to the top coaching fighters such as BJ Penn, Cyborg, and now Mike Bisping to World MMA Titles. This episode is sponsored by Kimera Koffee, available at www.kimerakoffee.com
2016 World Jiu Jitsu Preview with Bear from Shoyoroll
May 30, 2016 23:51 - 1 hour - 27.7 MBTooth and Bear geek out and breakdown the brackets for each division of next week's World Jiu Jitsu tournament. * For only the most geeked out BJJ fans :-))) This episode sponsored by Kimera Koffee, available at www.kimerakoffee.com
Championship Mindset w/ Casey Jennings
May 25, 2016 18:22 - 1 hour - 36.4 MBTooth sits with professional beach volleyball player Casey Jennings. The talk ranges from competing at the elite level for sixteen years, the joys and difficulties of being married to the most dominant female in the sport (3x Olympic Gold medalist Kerri Walsh Jennings), and teaching inner city students how to meditate.
F*** the Status Quo w/ Vladimir Cvetko
May 12, 2016 17:13 - 1 hour - 44 MBTV Writer drops into the garage and talks with Tooth about his unorthodox career and also spending his vacation in a Syrian refugee camp, which resulted in an amazing piece in the Los Angeles Times.
Richie Vas
May 03, 2016 16:09 - 1 hour - 35.3 MBTooth chats with Richie Vas about Richie's history as a Bra Boy, surfing waves so hellish they defy description, fighting in the UFC, and his gig co-hosting a TV show in Australia. This episode is sponsored by www.kimerakoffee.com and t-shirts available at www.nickthetooth.com
Virtual Reality Acid Trip!
April 26, 2016 16:35 - 1 hour - 41.5 MBTooth drops by the Venice Beach loft of the team that developed the world's first Virtual Reality Acid Trip, and once there he plugs into the Matrix and experiences the unfolding future, coming soon to your living room! An awesome chat about VR, AR, and whether life is actually a computer simulation. For more info on their cutting-edge work visit www.masterofshapes.com. This episode is brought to you by Kimera Koffee. www.kimerakoffee.com
Craig Cooper
April 19, 2016 21:56 - 1 hour - 42 MBTooth sits with Craig and talks about his book, 'The New Prime.' They discuss increasing performance, naturally upping Testosterone, the dangers of Estrogen, and insights into Craig's investment criteria. This episode is sponsored by Kimera Koffee... and Nick the Tooth custom t-shirts! Available at www.nickthetooth.com
Nick Curson
April 13, 2016 02:13 - 1 hour - 36.1 MBNick Curson puts Tooth through an unorthodox challenging workout then they chat about how Curson has helped so many athletes reach the pinnacle of their respective fields. From Rafael Dos Anjos (current UFC Lightweight champion) to Aaron Pico (Olympic wrestler) to basketball and football players.
Armen V drops in on Motus V
April 06, 2016 06:00 - 1 hour - 39.6 MBArmen has served as the source of countless stories, particularly a Fightland piece Tooth wrote on DIY Surgery. The old friends trade tales and shit gets real.
Diet Part Deux: Q&A
March 29, 2016 22:47 - 1 hour - 32.1 MBTooth answers questions and breaks down the diet that he used to lose 40 pounds and keep it off for seven years and counting.
Jon Tuck UFC Fighter
March 16, 2016 03:48 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBIn celebration of the 2016 Pan Am Jits Tournament Nick chats with Jon Tuck UFC fighter and grappling phenom. Nick also talks about the hilarity of getting TAZED on Looking for a Fight, and the limited edition Tooth t-shirts!!!
Jason Parillo UFC 196 Wrap-up PLUS Talking Weight-loss w TJ Desantis
March 07, 2016 17:19 - 2 hours - 62.3 MBA two-part episode, the first featuring Jason Parillo wrapping up the shocking upsets at UFC. How/why Nate Diaz beat Conor McGregor + Meisha Tate's submission win over Holly Holm. In the second part of the episode we chat with MMA broadcaster TJ Desantis about life behind the microphone and weight loss.
Herb Dean
February 29, 2016 23:07 - 1 hour - 35.8 MBGreat chat with renowned UFC referee Herb Dean, wherein we chat about his lifelong devotion to martial arts, the exotic locales he's visited by way of MMA, the international rise of the sport, and Fight Formula, the non-IV rehydration drink that he's launching with former MMA fighter, Savant Young.
Kenny Florian: Exile the Ego!
February 18, 2016 00:15 - 1 hour - 36.6 MBIncredible hang with Kenny wherein we talk about what is the ego, and how do we banish it and get real. We explore why fighters, and people in general, think the facade protects them, but how it actually hinders personal and professional growth.
Skrape from Tapout: Building a Brand Part II
February 10, 2016 21:18 - 2 hours - 64.9 MBAn amazing podcast with one of the founders of Tapout! Like or dislike the brand, this incredibly emotional episode chronicles the journey of three friends who hooked their wagon to the new 'sport' of MMA, and the wild times and the millions of dollars that followed... until the leader of their crew, Charles 'Mask' Lewis, died in a tragic car accident. That's when the drama really started. Buckle up.
Bear & Shoyoroll: Building a Brand
February 03, 2016 18:18 - 1 hour - 48.1 MBBear from Shoyoroll joins Motus V for an enlightening chat on starting a company in a super-niche market, sticking it out through the lean years, growing up as a geek collector, training jiu jitsu in the early days and sponsoring athletes.
Jake Shields talks Cowpocalypse!
January 28, 2016 23:30 - 1 hour - 35.1 MBJake battled GSP in front of 60,000 rabid fans and also earned a blackbelt under Ceasar Gracie, despite (or because of?) never tasting meat—and that means beef, chicken, pork, fish, etc. Jake talks about being born on a commune and raised by hippy parents, one of whom, his father, was a badass green beret. See a pattern? Time to shatter stereotypes!