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
The Early Days of MMA w/ Sean McCully
January 19, 2016 07:09 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBSean McCully fought Erik Paulson less than two years after UFC 1. At this time there were very few Jiu Jitsu gyms in the U.S., and even fewer (maybe none) MMA gyms. He also founded L.A. Boxing, a franchise operation later acquired by the UFC.
Catch Wrestling w Travis Newaza & Tom Barlow
January 12, 2016 17:08 - 1 hour - 43.1 MBA good long hang in the garage with Travis Newaza (owner of Newaza Apparel) & Tom Barlow (BJJ nogi world champion and miscreant Brit) wherein we discuss the roots of Catch Wrestling, what it takes to start an apparel company, landing a BJJ sponsorship, the infamous fart-o-plata, cross-training at different gyms, and more! Sponsored by: Kimera Koffee [www.kimerakoffee.com]
Anthony 'Prem' Carlissi - Yoga Guru
January 05, 2016 17:50 - 1 hour - 32.8 MBAnthony 'Prem' Carlissi drops by the garage to chat about learning yoga from the masters in India, the parallels between martial arts and yoga practice, how to find a proper teacher, the mind/body connections, and even how yoga helped him cope with the death of his daughter.
Orlando Sanchez 2015 ADCC Winner
December 22, 2015 04:30 - 1 hour - 34 MBOrlando Sanchez, 2015 ADCC Heavyweight Winner, drops into the garage and chats with Nick. He talks about hitting rock bottom with his cocaine and steroid use, then using Jiu Jitsu competitions to fuel his sobriety and help him balance in his life. He talks about losing 150 pounds, running two successful Gracie Barra schools, and serving as a main training partner for UFC Heavyweight fighter, Fabricio Werdum.
Tony Ferguson, UFC Fighter
December 17, 2015 05:45 - 1 hour - 40.2 MBFirst up, Jason Parillo and Tony Gonzalez (Tony Ferguson's striking coach) break down the Conor McGregor Fight Next, Tony Ferguson, Lightweight UFC contender, talks wrestling in Michigan under his father, how he started training Jiu Jitsu, winning The Ultimate Fighter season 13 under the tutelage of coach Brock Lesnar, and the basis for his unorthodox and wildly exciting fighting style.
Jason Parillo Analyzes Holly vs Ronda
December 12, 2015 02:13 - 1 hour - 50 MBRenowned MMA striking coach Jason Parillo (coach of BJ Penn, Bisping, Cris Cyborg) joins Motus V to analyze the Ronda Rousey vs Holly Holm fight. The conversation touches on Cris Cyborg potential match-ups, Ronda's future, and the shakeup of the UFC women's division.
The Mendes Brothers on Coaching
December 12, 2015 02:08 - 1 hour - 50 MBFrom their home in Newport Beach, Nick the Tooth talks Jiu Jitsu with the Mendes Brothers: Gui (4x World Champion) & Rafa (5x World Champion 2x ADCC Champion). In three years they've built their academy, Art of Jiu Jitsu, into one of the most acclaimed in the world. With over 800 members, and 300 kids, learn why they've now turned their attention to mentoring future champions. From their humble origins to their future goals, no topic is taboo... except (?)