The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast

Seb Lavoie, CEO of Raven Strategic, brings a wealth of experience as a retired RCMP divisional Sgt. Major, Combatives Expert and BJJ Blackbelt, boasting sixteen years immersed in the tactical realm. In this captivating episode, we delve into Seb’s journey following his recent trans-tibial amputation, exploring his remarkable recovery, aspirations for returning to the mats, insights on leadership, reflections on politics, and some conspiracy theories (I couldn’t help myself). Enjoy my conversation with Seb Lavoie.How to reach Seb:Website: Ravenstrategik.comIG: @slavccmdrContact/Support The Show:Website: ejjp.showInstagram: @theeverydayjiujitsupodcastTikTok: @ejjpodEmail: ejjpod@gmail.comOn Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academyZara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com

Today is all about the preparation of food! I am a red seal chef in the culinary arts with over 15 years in professional kitchens, and this episode is all about helping you become a better cook. I share with you what I believe to be the 10 biggest tips to improve your culinary ability, my experiences in the industry, and why food is so special to the human experience. Please leave comments in the comment section and enjoy the show! Books:Culinary Artistry: https://www.amazon.ca/Culinary-Artistry-Andrew-Dornenburg/dp/0471287857Flavor Bible: The Essential Guide To Culinary Creativity, Based on the Wisdom of America’s Most Imaginative Chefs: https://www.amazon.ca/Flavor-Bible-Essential-Creativity-Imaginative/dp/0316118400Contact/Support The Show:Website: ejjp.showInstagram: @theeverydayjiujitsupodcastTikTok: @ejjpodEmail: ejjpod@gmail.comOn Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academyZara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21The Everyday Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com

Brandon Mccaghren, an Eddie Bravo Black Belt and owner of 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu Decatur, talks about running a successful academy, teaching kids, upcoming matches, steroids, and more. They discuss Eddie Bravo's impact, the role of the uke in training, building a strong gym culture, advice for starting your own academy, the relevance of rubber guard, jiu jitsu rules and preferences, and the upcoming competition between Dante Leon and Diego Pato.

Brian Glick is a 3rd degree Black Belt under John Danaher, the owner and head instructor of Brooklyn BJJ, and a world-renowned grappling coach. Brian cut his teeth in the legendary blue basement at Renzo Gracie New York and has trained with some of the best MMA fighters and grapplers in the world. We discuss takedowns for BJJ applications, safe training, and the evolution of the sport.INSTRUCTIONALS:https://bjjfanatics.com/products/under-pressure-leg-entanglements-by-brian-glickhttps://bjjfanatics.com/products/half-butterfly-mastery-by-brian-glickhttps://bjjfanatics.com/products/under-pressure-retention-recovery-and-attacking-from-guard-by-brian-glickINSTAGRAM@bzglickYOUTUBEhttps://www.youtube.com/@bzglickContact/Support The Show:Website: ejjp.showInstagram: @theessentialjiujitsupodcastTikTok: @ejjpodEmail: ejjpod@gmail.comOn Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academyZara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21The Essential Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.comChapters:00:30 Intro01:19 Brian Glick begins BJJ11:09 Takedowns for BJJ19:28 What takedowns are worth learning?28:24 Takedowns for beginners34:03 Takedowns for Sport BJJ38:27 Injuries45:48 Ecological training54:15 Brian’s pedagogy1:03:51 The evolution of BJJ1:10:10 John Danaher1:20:10 Outro

Stuart Cooper is a BJJ Black Belt, renowned videographer, competitor, and instructor. Born in England, he now resides in my hometown of Vancouver. We extensively discuss the stem cell treatment he received at the Cellular Performance Institute in Tijuana, Mexico. His experience at CPI gives hope to anyone who has sustained a major injury or is dealing with illness without conventional medical solutions. We also discuss how Stuart used videography to travel and train all over the world, injuries, and PED’s. Be sure to check out Stuart’s videos and the Cellular Performance Institute (both linked below).  Stuart Cooper is a BJJ Black Belt, renowned videographer, competitor, and instructor. Born in England, he now resides in my hometown of Vancouver. We extensively discuss the stem cell treatment he received at the Cellular Performance Institute in Tijuana, Mexico. His experience at CPI gives hope to anyone who has sustained a major injury or is dealing with illness without conventional medical solutions. We also discuss how Stuart used videography to travel and train all over the world, injuries, and PED’s. Be sure to check out Stuart’s videos and the Cellular Performance Institute (both linked below).  Stuart Cooper and Cellular Performance Institute: www.YouTube.com/stuartcooperfilms  www.Cellularperformanceinstitute.com Instagram:  @stuartcooperfilms  @cpistemcells Contact/Support The Show:Website: ejjp.showInstagram: @theessentialjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21  The Essential Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com 

Having an effective top game in Jiu Jitsu is directly correlated with the integrity of your base. In this week’s podcast, I discuss concepts and strategies that will help you improve your top game; layers of guard, half guard passing, camping, blading, and pinning. I hope you can use this episode to absolutely terrorize your training partners from the top position! Contact/Support The Show:Website: ejjp.showInstagram: @theessentialjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21  The Essential Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ Make a donation to my PayPal account: matt@onguardbjj.com 

This week’s episode is all about developing and harnessing your confidence in Jiu-Jitsu. Great achievers throughout history almost always had incredible confidence, and great competitive martial artists are no different. Confidence is one of the most important pieces to a champion’s mindset. But how do we develop confidence and be able to use it when it really counts in competition? I talk about habits and steps that do just this, plus imposter syndrome and returning to the mats after long layoffs. Enjoy the podcast! Contact/Support The Show:Website: ejjp.showInstagram: @theessentialjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21  The Essential Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ 

Ben Wilson is the host of the podcast “How To Take Over The World.” He analyzes the lives of great figures throughout history and discusses the traits that made them successful. I am a huge fan of history, and this is easily one of my favorite podcasts to listen to. We discussed history (obviously), military warfare, religion, and politically correct culture. If you haven’t checked out Ben’s show, I highly recommend it. Enjoy my conversation with Ben Wilson. How to find Ben:Twitter: @BenWilsonTweets Website: takeoverpod.com Contact/Support The Show:Website: ejjp.showInstagram: @theessentialjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21  The Essential Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ 

Pierre-Olivier Leclerc is a Firas Zahabi black belt from Tristar Gym in Montreal, Canada. He is a high-level instructor and competitor and frequently trains at B-Team in Austin, Texas. He is the purveyor of the Leclerc Jiu-Jitsu Online Academy, and a pretty great dude overall. I have had the pleasure of training with PO multiple times when he visited Vancouver in 2023, and I can vouch for his abilities and knowledge in the sport of BJJ. We discuss our approaches to injury, pedagogy, and our biggest fear. I hope you enjoy this conversation with PO Leclerc! PO’s Online Academy & sponsor: leclercjiujitsu.com rollforeverbjj.com Contact/Support The Show:Website: ejjp.showInstagram: @theessentialjiujitsupodcast TikTok: @ejjpod Email: ejjpod@gmail.com On Guard Online Academy: https://onguardbjj.com/p/online-academy Zara Can Do Jiu Jitsu! https://books.friesenpress.com/store/title/119734000253392052/Matt-Kwan-Zara-Can-Do-Jiu-Jitsu%21  The Essential Jiu Jitsu Podcast Store: https://my-store-ee3230.creator-spring.com/ 

This podcast discusses the importance of mastering the fundamentals in Jiu Jitsu, including skills like guard retention and submission escapes. It also explores the expectations for each belt level and the character aspect of being an ambassador for the sport. Additionally, the podcast talks about offensive and defensive cycles, chaining submissions, and being a good training partner. The significance of learning and practicing the core movements and strategies of Jiu Jitsu is highlighted, emphasizing the benefits of focusing on fundamentals regardless of belt rank.