The Grapplers Perspective

Mike Bidwell, a BJJ Black Belt and founder of the BJJ After 40 community, shares insights on training sustainably after 40. He highlights the importance of injury prevention and adapting techniques for older grapplers. The conversation covers the mental and emotional journey of earning a black belt, the ethical dilemmas around TRT in competition, and the role of nutrition for optimal performance. With tips on flow rolling and camaraderie in the BJJ community, Bidwell inspires seasoned enthusiasts to stay active and enjoy the mats longer.

Chris Wojcik, a Black belt Jiu Jitsu fighter and innovator with the B-Team in Austin, Texas, shares his journey in grappling and creativity. He discusses the mindset for innovating skills, emphasizing the importance of humility when transitioning from wrestling to Jiu Jitsu. The conversation covers the unique challenges of training under live cameras, the emotional rollercoaster before competing at ADCC, and the balance between traditional drilling and ecological training methods. Wojcik's insights on strength, recovery, and creativity in the sport are truly inspiring.

Expect to get the grapplers perspective on the recent, chaotic and controversial CJI Euro trials, why he picked show girls over a pit wall, why Eoghan O'Flanagan isn't in the team, if he did Taylor dirty with ADCC overtime, why Paul was the wildcard pick, who was originally planned to be in the team, CJI squad tactics and much more. Faris 'Faradinho' Ben-Lamkadem is a British BJJ Black Belt under Roger Gracie, 2024 IBJJF NoGi World Champion, and CJI 2 Euro Misfits Squad Coach.Guest Stuff:Insta - https://www.instagram.com/beingfaris00:00 Faradinho02:29 Polaris Sucks09:38 Running the Trials22:35 Where’s O’Flanagan?29:56 Paul Ardilla 34:34 Lack of Subs39:06 Original Plan43:44 Marcin vs Freddie46:29 Doing Taylor Dirty53:04 Building Hype 58:10 Strongest Squads01:01:32 Squads Tactics01:11:19 Being a Team01:15:28 Will Gordon Go?01:21:08 Sponsors & Plans#mentalhealth #bjj #bjjlifestyle #jiujitsu #jiujitsulifestyle #grappling #grapplersperspective  #podcast Need a chat? Here's some options 👇https://andysmanclub.co.ukhttps://mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/get-helpGet in touch in the comments below or head to...https://linktr.ee/theeverydayperspectiveSupport the showCo-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul JohnsonInsta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete’s - https://matadorapp.ioProtect Your Grip with 10% off Sticky Grips Finger Tape & Streetwear! Use code: GPGRIPS10 at https://www.stickygrips.co.ukSupport us by joining our exclusive YouTube community at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpb3LiQJyU-pYFUO3qk1ohw/join 10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk

Expect to get the grapplers perspective on his recent European seminar tour and visiting some of the best gyms in Europe, why he hated winning NoGi Worlds, his time training at Standard Jiu Jitsu with Greg Souders, what makes a great coach in BJJ, CJI speculations and predictions and much more. Brandon Reed BJJ Brown Belt,  Pedigo CJI 2 Squad Member, ADCC Trials Medalist, ADCC Worlds Competitor, 3x National Champion Wrestler & 4x All-American, IBJJF NoGi World Champion (Blue and Purple Belts).Guest Stuff:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brandonreed3xWebsite - https://www.brandonreed3x.com/All Other Links - https://linktr.ee/Brandonreed2300:00 Avoiding Injuries in Comps04:52 The UK’s Rubbish10:14 European Tour16:18 London Seminars21:31 Getting D’Arced27:07 Takedown Challenge31:16 Hated NoGi Worlds39:35 Ian Daube’s a Beast44:05 Finding the Right Team50:38 Love/Hate of Belts55:21 Training at Standard01:04:48 Greg’s a Great Coach01:13:40 Measure of a Good Coach01:17:13 Gable Steveson v Craig Jones01:21:12 Brandon in CJI?01:26:39 Confidence from Practice01:34:22 Heath and Chewy01:38:02 Who Wins CJI01:48:15 CJI Athletes & Matches01:57:30 Training & Instructional’s 02:01:54 Sponsors & Gifts #mentalhealth #bjj #bjjlifestyle #jiujitsu #jiujitsulifestyle #grappling #grapplersperspective  #podcast Need a chat? Here's some options 👇https://andysmanclub.co.ukhttps://mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/get-helpGet in touch in the comments below or head to...https://linktr.ee/theeverydayperspectiveSupport the showCo-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul JohnsonInsta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete’s - https://matadorapp.ioProtect Your Grip with 10% off Sticky Grips Finger Tape & Streetwear! Use code: GPGRIPS10 at https://www.stickygrips.co.ukSupport us by joining our exclusive YouTube community at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpb3LiQJyU-pYFUO3qk1ohw/join 10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk

Expect to get the grapplers perspective on ze germans experience in Austin, Linus' recent big wins and getting concussed by Nicky Rod, Dima predicts WNO (was he right?), B-Team CJI Squad selection and much more. Dima Murovanni is BJJ Black Belt and B-Team Jiu Jitsu's Head Coach. Linus is a BJJ Brown Belt under Dima,  2024 Purple Belt NoGi World Champion and rising star in the Pro Grappling scene.Guest Stuff:Dima's Insta - https://www.instagram.com/dima_murovanni/Linus' Insta - https://www.instagram.com/linus.schrenk/Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/dimamurovanniBJJ Fanatics Instructionals - https://bjjfanatics.com/products/rumble-passing-bjj-trendsetters-by-dima-murovanni00:00 Life in Austin, TX05:29 Linus Beat a D1 Wrestler14:07 Linus’ Background20:42 Winning IBJJF Worlds26:54 WNO Analysis33:18 Nicky Rod39:27 Nicky Rod Concussed Me45:16 Crackheads in Austin51:17 CJI B-Team Squad Confirmed58:15 Competition Camp01:04:01 Strongest CJI Squads01:09:43 CJI vs ADCC01:15:21 Craig vs Gable01:17:35 Linus’ Aspirations#mentalhealth #bjj #bjjlifestyle #jiujitsu #jiujitsulifestyle #grappling #grapplersperspective  #podcast Need a chat? Here's some options 👇https://andysmanclub.co.ukhttps://mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/get-helpGet in touch in the comments below or head to...https://linktr.ee/theeverydayperspectiveSupport the showCo-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul JohnsonInsta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete’s - https://matadorapp.ioProtect Your Grip with 10% off Sticky Grips Finger Tape & Streetwear! Use code: GPGRIPS10 at https://www.stickygrips.co.ukSupport us by joining our exclusive YouTube community at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpb3LiQJyU-pYFUO3qk1ohw/join 10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk

Support the showCo-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul JohnsonInsta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete’s - https://matadorapp.ioProtect Your Grip with 10% off Sticky Grips Finger Tape & Streetwear! Use code: GPGRIPS10 at https://www.stickygrips.co.ukSupport us by joining our exclusive YouTube community at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpb3LiQJyU-pYFUO3qk1ohw/join 10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk

00:00 Intro02:53 Australian CJI Trials06:00 Declan’s Background10:58 Training Gi15:38 Australasia Squad22:41 Other Squads25:24 CJI Ruleset33:37 ADCC Reflections37:03 Training in Japan44:27 Weird Austin50:38 Brains at B-Team59:49 Future Prospects01:06:55 Competing01:11:45 Goals & ProjectsSupport the showCo-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul JohnsonInsta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete’s - https://matadorapp.ioProtect Your Grip with 10% off Sticky Grips Finger Tape & Streetwear! Use code: GPGRIPS10 at https://www.stickygrips.co.ukSupport us by joining our exclusive YouTube community at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpb3LiQJyU-pYFUO3qk1ohw/join 10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk

Expect to get the grapplers perspective on skn infections and how to avoid them, Eddie Hall fighting MMA, different grappling styles, using steroids and TRT, dealing with dangerous spaz’s and much more.Mr (Dan) Bassett is the Founder and Owner of Mr Bassett's Grapplers Soap. Known as The World's Most Violent Soap Maker, Dan is a BJJ Purple Belt, Notorious Oil Checker, Fighter, Ex-Armed Forces, RNLI, UK Fire Fighter... and an Artist (Gay!)Extra Stuff:Mr Bassett's Grappler's Soap - https://www.mrbassetts.comCult Brand UK - https://www.cultbranduk.comInsta - https://www.instagram.com/grapplers_soap00:00 The Soap Business09:35 Skin Infections16:17 Natural Products 30:13 Eddie Hall MMA35:06 Catch Wrestling40:09 Different Rulesets 47:09 Steroids and Strength54:17 Using TRT 01:00:51 CJI 2 Dream Teams01:07:07 Getting Purple Belt01:16:18 Dangerous Spazs01:25:53 Training Methods01:33:04 Effective Training#mentalhealth #bjj #bjjlifestyle #jiujitsu #jiujitsulifestyle #grappling #grapplersperspective  #podcast Need a chat? Here's some options 👇https://andysmanclub.co.ukhttps://mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/get-helpGet in touch in the comments below or head to...https://linktr.ee/theeverydayperspectiveSupport the showCo-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul JohnsonInsta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete’s - https://matadorapp.ioProtect Your Grip with 10% off Sticky Grips Finger Tape & Streetwear! Use code: GPGRIPS10 at https://www.stickygrips.co.ukSupport us by joining our exclusive YouTube community at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpb3LiQJyU-pYFUO3qk1ohw/join 10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk

Guest Stuff:Insta - https://www.instagram.com/stuartcooperfilmsFilms - https://www.youtube.com/user/stuartcooperfilmsPatreon - https://www.patreon.com/StuartCooperFilms00:00 Intro02:19 Visiting London07:42 Travelling13:35 Starting BJJ Films17:46 Banned from ADCC23:35 Flo Grappling Paywalls27:46 Creating Views35:15 How BJJ Is Changing41:28 Competing & Rulesets49:42 Injuries & Stem Cells57:10 Coaching & Content#mentalhealth #bjj #bjjlifestyle #jiujitsu #jiujitsulifestyle #grappling #grapplersperspective  #podcast Need a chat? Here's some options 👇https://andysmanclub.co.ukhttps://mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/get-helpGet in touch in the comments below or head to...https://linktr.ee/thegrapplersperspectiveSupport the showCo-Hosts: Paul Johnson (Glasses) and Danny Allen (Beard)Audio and Video Edited, and Produced by Paul JohnsonInsta - https://www.instagram.com/bodyforbjj and https://www.instagram.com/rollingstrongbjj Looking to find, organise or manage seminars? Download Matador today and start finding seminars with your favourite athlete’s - https://matadorapp.ioProtect Your Grip with 10% off Sticky Grips Finger Tape & Streetwear! Use code: GPGRIPS10 at https://www.stickygrips.co.ukSupport us by joining our exclusive YouTube community at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpb3LiQJyU-pYFUO3qk1ohw/join 10% off Mr Bassett’s Grappler’s Soap! Use Code: EVERYDAY at https://www.mrbassetts.com.Come Train BJJ With Us At Flo Martial Arts in Plymouth - https://www.flo-martial-arts.co.uk

Felipe Pena, a BJJ Black Belt and multiple-time world champion, dives into his intense rivalry with Gordon Ryan, emphasizing the need for a fifth match. He shares insights on why he’s eager to face Victor Hugo and discusses the competitive landscape of gi versus no-gi events. Pena elaborates on his training regimens, competition strategies, and the mental toughness required to excel in Jiu-Jitsu. Additionally, he reflects on memorable matches and the camaraderie within the grappling community, showcasing the blend of humor, resilience, and passion for the sport.