Lex Fridman Podcast

#363 – B-Team Jiu Jitsu: Craig Jones, Nicky Rod, and Nicky Ryan

Mar 6, 2023

Craig Jones, a two-time ADCC silver medalist known for his leg lock mastery, joins fellow B-Team founders Nicky Rod and Nicky Ryan. They dive into the dynamics of competitive jiu-jitsu post-split from the Danaher Death Squad, sharing hilarious anecdotes and serious insights. The trio discusses the mental challenges of winning and losing, the innovative teaching methods they embrace, and the physical demands of the sport. They also explore the importance of camaraderie and resilience, while addressing the ethics of performance enhancement in grappling.

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Advice for Jiu-jitsu Hobbyists to Get Better?

03:31

Analysis of animal combat and defense strategies

04:47

Teaching Beginner Jiu-Jitsu Technique

02:01

The Most Dominant Position in Jiu-Jitsu

02:13

Intro

2min

Exploring Chaos and Self-Awareness in Human Nature

3min

Finding Home Through Habits and Resilience in Jiu Jitsu

4min

Navigating Wins and Losses in Jiu-Jitsu

14min

Reflections on Jiu-Jitsu Journeys

19min

Competitive Jiu Jitsu Dynamics

20min

Inside the B Team: Jiu-Jitsu's Lighthearted Approach

5min

Navigating the Dynamics of Jiu-Jitsu Training for Beginners

4min

Innovative Teaching Strategies in Jiu-Jitsu for Beginners

4min

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Combat Sports Insights: Techniques and Legends

27min

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Strength and Strategy in Jiu-Jitsu

22min

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Mastering Positional Training in Jiu-Jitsu

6min

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Training Dynamics in Jiu-Jitsu

22min

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Grappling, Predators, and Personal Dynamics

18min

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Innovative Approaches in Grappling and Philosophical Reflections

3min

Craig Jones, Nicky Rod and Nicky Ryan, together with Ethan Crelinsten are founders of the B-Team, a legendary jiu jitsu team based in Austin, TX. Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:
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EPISODE LINKS:
B-Team’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/bteamjj/
B-Team’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/bteamjiujitsu
B-Team’s Website: https://bteamjj.com/
Craig Jones’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/craigjonesbjj/
Nicky Rod’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/nickyrod247/
Nicky Ryan’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/nickyryanbjj/
Craig Jones’s Instructionals: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/craig-jones
Nicky Rod’s Instructionals: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/instructional-videos/fighter_nick-rodriguez
Nicky Ryan’s Instructionals: https://bjjfanatics.com/collections/instructional-videos/fighter_nicky-ryan

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OUTLINE:
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(00:00) – Introduction
(06:21) – B-Team
(11:57) – Winning and losing
(19:43) – Danaher Death Squad (DDS)
(37:13) – Nicky Rod vs Gordon Ryan
(53:47) – Steroids
(1:08:31) – White belts
(1:16:40) – Alexander Volkanovski vs Islam Makhachev
(1:36:15) – Greatest MMA fighter of all time
(1:38:43) – Dagestani fighters
(1:40:00) – Conor McGregor
(1:42:39) – Strength training and injuries
(1:55:03) – Pre-match ritual
(2:01:34) – Toughest match
(2:05:25) – Positional training
(2:11:59) – Perfect training week
(2:14:49) – Overtraining
(2:17:08) – Advice for beginners
(2:25:17) – Takedowns and submissions
(2:30:55) – Ego
(2:35:24) – Lion vs bear
(2:40:15) – Street fights
(2:42:17) – Money and friendship

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