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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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.
Aug 11, 2016 • 1h 33min
GCP Episode 106: AJ Agazarm
In this episode, we are joined by decorated competitor AJ Agazarm. AJ talks about his unique entry to BJJ, some of his heated matches and the importance of applying tenacity to your game. He also makes a big announcement about the future direction of his career!
Jul 31, 2016 • 1h 35min
GCP Episode 101: Rafael Lovato #2
In this episode, we are joined for the second time by Professor Rafael Lovato Jr. Fresh off his wins over Cyborg and his MMA win over Marcelo Nunes for the Legacy middleweight title, Rafael talks about competition, teaching and the keys to running successful seminars.
Jul 22, 2016 • 1h 27min
GCP Episode 099: Adem Redzovic
In this episode, we are joined by Professor Adem Redzovic. Adem talks about maintaining a healthy academy culture, the importance of a well rounded game and the importance of Jiu-Jitsu as a tool for law enforcement.
