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
Mentioned books
Sep 16, 2016 • 56min
GCP Episode 115: Rafael Domingos
In this episode, decorated competitor Rafael Domingos tells the incredible story about his beginnings growing up in the projects in Sao Paulo, being taken in by Demain Maia to be groomed as his protege and becoming a Jiu-Jitsu champion and Pro MMA fighter.
Sep 16, 2016 • 2h 12min
GCP Episode 116: Robert Drysdale
A highly respected instructor, MMA fighter and Jiu-Jitsu champion, Professor Drysdale speaks very openly about PED use in both MMA and BJJ, the watering down of Jiu-Jitsu, fake black belts, crazy Kung Fu videos and the importance of teaching responsibly.
Sep 8, 2016 • 53min
GCP Episode 114: Jeremy Horn
In this episode, we are joined by MMA pioneer and submission specialist Jeremy Horn. Jeremy talks about his beginnings in martial arts and fighting, the ups and downs of his career and the importance of keeping a realistic mindset when training.
Sep 6, 2016 • 48min
GCP Episode 113: Baret Yoshida
In this episode, we are joined by Professor Baret Yoshida in his first podcast interview ever! Professor Yoshida talks about his beginnings in Hawaii, his time spent fighting in Japan and shares some details on his specialty, the Crucifix position.
Sep 1, 2016 • 54min
GCP Episode 112: Leo Leite
In this episode, we are joined by Professor Leo Leite. A Judo and Jiu-Jitsu champion and undefeated MMA fighter, Leo talks about the application of Judo in Jiu-Jitsu and MMA, the highpoints in his career and his love for his new career as an MMA fighter
Aug 30, 2016 • 1h 4min
GCP Episode 111: Matt Baker
In this episode, we are joined by Professor Matt Baker. Matt talks about his time spent with his legendary instructor Master Jean Jacques Machado, the difficulties of improving in Jiu-Jitsu and his program designed to help struggling students.
Aug 25, 2016 • 1h 20min
GCP Episode 110: Reilly Bodycomb
In this episode, we are joined by Reilly Bodycomb. A highly respected Sambo specialist and leg lock master, Reilly talks about his intro to grappling, the importance of a good take down game and his love for Street Fighter and The Ninja Turtles.
Aug 23, 2016 • 1h 17min
GCP Episode 109: Murilo Bustamante
In this episode, we are joined by living legend Murilo Bustamante. Professor Murilo reflects on his long career, his experience fighting for Pride and the UFC, his time spent with Master Carlson Gracie and his new business he started in Brazil.
Aug 18, 2016 • 46min
GCP Episode 108: Milton Bastos
In this episode, we are joined by highly decorated competitor Milton Bastos. Milton talks about the benefits of adding Wrestling to Jiu-Jitsu, his mentality when teaching and his hobbies outside Jiu-Jitsu.
Aug 16, 2016 • 41min
GCP Episode 107: Jimmy Fortunato
In this episode, we are joined by BJJ black belt and founder of The Good Fight tournament, Jimmy Fortunato. Jimmy talks about what goes into starting a tournament, the pitfalls that exist with running one and his plans for his Submission-Only Worlds event.
