The BJJ Fanatics Podcast
Ryan Ford
Our mission with this podcast is to help YOU grow on the mats! We do this by presenting deep, insightful interviews every week with the best athletes, coaches and legends of BJJ and Grappling. Whether you're looking to expand your knowledge about technique, BJJ culture or the history of the art, every episode is loaded with advice and lessons from the best in the game. The host Ryan Ford conducts each interview in a casual setting, which makes it easy to see the human side of the stars of our sport and get to know their story while also learning more for your own development. New episodes are available every week, and we have over 500 episodes for you to enjoy as well, which is over 800 hours of entertainment and knowledge! We hope you enjoy it!
Episodes
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Aug 12, 2021 • 59min
BJJ Fanatics 477: Drew Weatherhead
Drew Weatherhead joins the show to talk about his new journey after closing his school due to Covid. He also talks about BJJ in modern MMA, the impact removing belts from the art could have and he gives deep technical insight to the crucifix position!
Aug 5, 2021 • 59min
BJJ Fanatics 476: Davi Ramos
Davi Ramos joins the show to talk about BJJ for MMA, take downs for BJJ and MMA, his love for leg locks and striking styles he feels compliment Jiu-Jitsu well. He also talks about his most difficult rank in Jiu-Jitsu.
Jul 29, 2021 • 52min
BJJ Fanatics 475: Bernardo Faria
Bernardo Faria joins the show to talk about managing training expectations, growing an academy, the fact that everyone thinks their BJJ sucks and balancing life with training. He also gives technical insight to the Over Under Pass and pressure passing!
Jul 22, 2021 • 59min
BJJ Fanatics 474 - Craig Jones
Professional grappler Craig Jones discusses his 'Gringo Spanish', Shark attacks, coaching on Ultimate Fighter, BJJ in MMA, making money in Jiu-Jitsu, and strategies for countering wrestlers in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Engaging 'Would You Rather' game with Jiu Jitsu competitor included.
Jul 16, 2021 • 1h 7min
BJJ Fanatics 473: Paul Schreiner
Paul Schreiner joins the show to talk about escaping bottom side control, learning to be comfortable in every position and controlling mat anxiety. He also discusses the importance of having an order of operations in your game to perform at your best!
Jul 8, 2021 • 51min
BJJ Fanatics 472: Bruno Frazatto
Bruno Frazatto joins the show to talk about academy ownership, developing students and building an advanced open guard game. He also explains how he feels the fundamentals of BJJ have changed over time with the growth of the sport!
Jul 1, 2021 • 52min
BJJ Fanatics Episode 471: Roger Gracie
Roger Gracie joins the show to talk about building a dangerous mount, escaping bad positions, closed guard, coming back to training after a break and the value of positional training. He also talks about why he feels less can be more with techniques!
Jun 25, 2021 • 1h 9min
BJJ Fanatics 470: Kurt Osiander
Kurt Osiander joins the show and in typical fashion, the interview goes right off the rails! Topics covered include diabetes, catheter injuries, moms who hate heavy metal, hospital food and an alternate universe where cats own people. Language warning!
Jun 19, 2021 • 52min
BJJ Fanatics 469 - Braulio Estima
Braulio Estima joins the show to talk about understanding baits, how to build responses to your opponent's actions and the "Jiu-Jitsu Ecosystem". He also talks about triangles and his "Head of the Snake" concept for controlling anyone!
Jun 11, 2021 • 1h 6min
BJJ Fanatics 468 - Eli Knight
Eli Knight joins the show to talk about self defense application of Jiu-Jitsu, dealing with armed attackers and utilizing strikes on the ground. He also discusses safe disengagement tips as well as the importance of stress inoculation in your training
