

I Suck At Jiu Jitsu Show
Josh McKinney
Jiu-Jitsu is hard. Join host Josh McKinney on his forever quest to "suck less at jiu-jitsu." Learn from high level black belts, in depth conversations, and off the wall rants by the host himself.
It is guaranteed that each episode will help you suck just a little less at jiu-jitsu, or your money back.
Josh McKinney is an accomplished adult black belt competitor with a "suck-less" mindset that can help anyone progress
It is guaranteed that each episode will help you suck just a little less at jiu-jitsu, or your money back.
Josh McKinney is an accomplished adult black belt competitor with a "suck-less" mindset that can help anyone progress
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Jan 9, 2025 • 1h 13min
#304 Jeremy Brick: Mindset Hacks of a WORLD CHAMP
Ever wonder what the difference between an average and an elite jiu-jitsu mindset?
Today we have the pleasure of interviewing Jeremy Brick one of the most accomplished Masters Competitors ever!
Learn the secrets to always progressing and learn how important the right coach is for the right athlete!
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Jan 2, 2025 • 1h 1min
#303 Get Your NEXT BELT in 2025 | Quantum Jiu-Jitsu
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Dec 26, 2024 • 54min
#302 Steve McKinney: 63 Year Old Still gets BETTER at Jiu-Jitsu??
Steve McKinney is a Jiu Jitsu Black belt Under Kyle Watson, a personal trainer of over 30 years, an author, and a 63 year old who still trains Jiu Jitsu regularly.
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Dec 19, 2024 • 1h 11min
#301 "Bionic" Rob Handshy: Ruining BJJ TRADITIONS, Die Hard, and Wrist locks| Christmas Special
Merry Christmas from the ISAJJ Team!
This year we decided to bring on everyone's favorite crazy bjj uncle, Rob Handshy (Bionic Rob). Today Rob brought a Christmas bag with him full of Gifts, Old bjj traditions, and Wrist Locks.
and he's running low on everything but wristlocks...
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Dec 12, 2024 • 2h 23min
#300 Kyle Watson: The Rise and Fall of the Greatest Gym of ALL TIME
"THIS. IS. EPISODE 300!"
The HIT Squad has been referenced on the podcast many times but today we are going to give you the real scoop.
16 years ago someone decided to invest a lot of money into an abandon army depot with the hopes of making the first ever "MMA Super-Gym."
The gym ran for 3 years before having to sell, in that time they changed tons of lives, produced multiple TUF/UFC Fighters, and shifted the course of a small Illinois town forever.
So today I'm joined by my coach, former UFC Fighter, and former Hit Squad BJJ Coach, Kyle Watson(@watson_martial_arts). Kyle and I(@thejoshmckinney) share stories, critiques, and lessons learned from the 3 years that we spent at "The Greatest Gym of ALL TIME*"
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Dec 5, 2024 • 1h 46min
#299 Richie Kelly: "What am I gonna do, tap?"
Have you ever tried not tapping? What's the worst that could happen?
Today, Josh(@thejoshmckinney) sits down with his newest Black Belt, Richie Kelly(@richiekellybjj) aka "the Goose."
In this wide ranging conversation you can't tell what's sarcasm or belief. Enjoy as the boys discuss Drinking Electrolytes, Fighting Old men, and Eating Submissions.
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Nov 28, 2024 • 52min
#298 One Concept to Never Get Injured Again
Nothing can slow down jiu-jitsu progression like a broken coccyx.
Today on our thanksgiving special you can learn the super secret concept to never getting injured again!
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Nov 21, 2024 • 1h 28min
#297 Aliens, Bully Beatdowns, and Why no one cares about AJJ
In this sizzling hot takes episode, we dive into a wild mix of questions and opinions guaranteed to spark debate (and maybe a few laughs). What would you do if the guy who bullied you in high school showed up to open mat? Is No-Gi really easier—or just more practical for a street fight? Plus, we tackle the IBJJF scoring system, Masters divisions, and the ultimate mystery: Do aliens exist? Oh, and let’s not forget a quick detour into Kangaroo Jack and why that movie might’ve broken trust forever. It’s Episode #297, and nothing is off-limits!
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Nov 14, 2024 • 1h 2min
#296 Mike Mahaffey: The 2 Concepts that Change Jiu-Jitsu | Base and Pressure
Mike Mahaffey( @OldBastardBJJ ) has made a name for himself by helping other "old bastard" grapplers stay on the mat consistently.
He recently joined the show to talk some ideas on longevity but after getting to train together I thought it would be even more fun to talk about how the right techniques and concepts make longevity possible.
Rough Hands camp (feat Josh and Mike)
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Nov 7, 2024 • 1h 37min
#295 Miles Lukas and Todd Murphey: Breathwork, Biting, and Harry Wong
Today Wim Hof Method expert and Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt, Miles Lukas, comes back to the podcast.
This time he brought a special guest with him, enter STL martial arts OG Todd Murphey.
Enjoy this wide-ranging conversation where you will learn: the real meaning of martial arts, proper biting technique, and why touching the gi is holding you back!
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