One Leather Neck..One Cop..sharing our love of Military, Country, our passion for Jiu-Jitsu and all Martial Arts.
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Grappler Union Podcast with hosts Javier Palomo & Anthony Zito. Their passion for the art and their experience through the eyes of Jiu Jitsu players gives a unique perspective of the lifestyle. Stories including staying healthy, training, competing, and overall life experiences. “Promoting Jiu Jitsu to the masses and explaining how the art impacts the people we encounter in a positive way is our goal.”
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Episode 60: “We Own the Night (Stalker)" The Arm Bar Podcast warmly welcomes Gil Carrillo, the Star of the Netflix series "Night Stalker The Hunt for a Serial Killer”. Gil is a US Army Vietnam Combat Veteran and a retired Lieutenant with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, where he primarily worked in the capacity as a Homicide Detective d…
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Episode 59: “Surviving Self” The Arm Bar Podcast welcomes return guest (episode 30) Shane Kruchten; Marine, Father, Fighter, Teacher, Survivor.Shane walks us through his continuous journey of being a Bellator Fighter, Jiu Jitsu teacher and practitioner, as well as surviving overall lifestyle challenges. Be sure to follow Shane’s Instagram account, …
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Episode 58: “Summertime Blues" The Arm Bar Podcast kicks off their Fall Season with a recapitualtion of their summer activities with topics that included Jiu Jitsu training, work output, alcohol consumption, fitness and of course, the pandemic.By Knocko, & Mike
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The Arm Bar Podcast welcomed LAPD Detective Craig Marquez who walked them thru his journey of growing up in Hawaii, joining the Marine Corps & then becoming involved in several high-conflict incidents, one of which led to him receiving the Medal of Valor and ultimately being invited to the White House to meet the POTUS. If you wish to contact Detec…
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The Lads from the Arm Bar Podcast get a House Call from Doctor Donnelly Wilkes; a Navy Lieutenant Commander who supported the Marines in combat during two tours in Iraq. Following the warrior lineage in his family, Dr. Wilkes led a life of service by way of the Armed Forces where he was awarded the Navy Commendation Medal for Valor and continues hi…
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The Gents from the Arm Bar Podcast get a House Call from Chiropractor Arman Fathi. In between practicing medicine, Arman maximizes his Life by practicing Jiu Jitsu as a Black Belt & Instructor and by playing an array instruments, while also authoring articles for highly notes publication. Arman breaks down his approach to living a productive life, …
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Miguel and Knocko of the Arm Bar Podcast talk with return guest (Season 1-Episode 27), Actor, Marine, Husband and Dad: Michael Broderick; with a cameo from former Arm Bar host, Vic. Michael takes us thru the step by step process of how and why he produced the Author Jack Carr-inspired short film “Father and Sons”. Watch “Father and Sons-A Terminal …
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Miguel and Knocko of the Arm Bar Podcast talk with Nelson Ruiz, a Gracie Jiu Jitsu (GJJ) Purple Belt under Rener and Ryron Gracie, who is also a certified GJJ instructor with his own Certified Training Center (CTC) in Los Angeles. Nelson graciously shares his experiences as an entrepreneur and what it takes to persevere thru a pandemic while pivoti…
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“The Life You Save Might Just Be Your Own”
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Episode 52 “The Life You Save Might Just Be Your Own” Miguel and Knocko of the Arm Bar Podcast talk with Richard Bresler, author of the critically acclaimed new book, “Worth Defending: How Gracie Jiu Jitsu Saved My Life”. Bresler is famously known as the first American Gracie Jiu Jitsu student in the United States, dating back to the 1970’s under R…
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Miguel and Knocko of the Arm Bar Podcast talk with Justin Cramer, a long time United States Marine Corps Combat Veteran who served in an array of units, including “ANGLICO”, which Miguel also served in. Justin is a true renaissance man and is a fellow podcaster (Former Action Guys Podcast), graphics expert and journalist. Justin brought the Arm Bar…
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Miguel and Knocko of the Arm Bar Podcast talk with Andrew, a retired New York City Police Department Narcotics Detective and the owner/operator of “MIDNIGHT PLATOON”, an apparel company. Andrew walked us thru his career of a street cop and what it takes to become an NYPD Narco Ranger. In addition, Andrew shared his harrowing experiences during the …
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Episode 49 "Back from the Dead” Miguel and Knocko of the Arm Bar Podcast talk with Rudy, a Law Enforcement Officer in Los Angeles and the owner/operator of “Watch Three Apparel”. Rudy talked about his near-death experience and how it shaped his current state of mind. Also, Rudy shares how the current state of policing has influenced his apparel com…
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Episode 48 "House Arrest" Miguel and Knocko of the Arm Bar Podcast talk about how the Corona Virus has affected their gym, Jiu Jitsu and work lifestyles and what they're doing to work around it, along with some other topics that will bring a smile and laugh to your faces! Be sure to follow the Arm Bar Podcast and their hosts on Instagram: @armbar_p…
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On this episode of Grappler Union we have Tony Kalina in studio. Tony is a BJJ Brown belt under Team Redzovic's.
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The Arm Bar Podcast introduces you to Jose of "Fighting Hole Jiu Jitsu", a non-profit organization that creates a place for veterans to apply skills already known, learn new skills and create a positive environment via the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Jose shares the path that led him to that destination via his current service as a Police Officer i…
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The Arm Bar Podcast peels back the layers to reveal what movies, mentors and other motivators that guided them to their vocations. In addition, they discuss what they did over the holiday season; guesting on other podcasts; comparing the different generations of combat veterans and what they do on their down time. Miguel and Knocko breakdown their …
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#132 - Matt Garrity & John Pontarelli
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On this episode of Grappler Union we have Matt Garrity & John Pontarelli in studio. Both Matt (10th Planet) & John (Fit2Defend) are Purple Belts in Jiu Jitsu.
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On this episode of Grappler Union we have Tommy Cho in studio. Tommy is a Brown Belt in Jiu Jitsu and the Owner of CJJC Brand.
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On this episode of Grappler Union we have Gideon Ray in studio. Gideon is a Former UFC fighter and a Black Belt in Jiu Jitsu under Professor Christian Uflacker. He also holds Black Belts in Judo and Taekwondo. He is also the Owner and head instructor at Gladiador Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
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The Arm Bar Podcast proudly introduces their first female guest, the Queen of Bail, Raquel; a new age entrepreneur for the 21st Century who's not afraid to challenge the System and the status quo. With a punk rock mentality Raquel jumped into the bail bonds arena and established herself as the go-to, can-do person in the Los Angeles criminal underb…
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On this episode of Grappler Union we have Matt Kaplan back in studio. Matt is a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Also in studio guest hosting is Jason Bender.
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"Boxing, Beats and Brawls" The Arm Bar Podcast goes the distance with Doug MacKinnon, the owner/operator of the Long Beach United Boxing Club and also the drummer of the hardcore punk band, Shiners Club. Episode Webpage: Episode 44, 2019 Doug MacKinnon Doug MacKinnon goes a few rounds while we corner him and get his whole journey from Boston to Lon…
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On this episode of Grappler Union we have Adam Miller in studio. Adam is a 3rd Degree Black Beltl under Pedro Sauer. Also in studio is Jeff Kim.
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On this episode of Grappler Union we have Jame & Alexandra Peterson in studio. James is a 1st Degree Black Belt under Luiz Claudio & Thiago Veiga. Alexandra is a Black Belt under Luiz & Thiago also. They are the owners of Fox Valley Grappling Club.
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On this episode of Grappler Union we have Jake Nuesser in studio. Jake is a 10th Planet Brown Belt and the owner of Fight Chix apparel.
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On this episode of Grappler Union we have Tom Grant back in studio. Tom is a Brown Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
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On this episode of Grappler Union we have Andrew Szczecinski in studio. Andrew is a Martial Artist & Philosopher.
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On this episode of Grappler Union we have the Fight Companion UFC 242 with John and Javier.
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"Inside the Outsider's House (of Pain)"
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Episode 43, 2019 "Danny Boy" O'Connor "Danny Boy" O'Connor raises the roof and shares with us the history and origins of the group, House of Pain, while also revealing his own internal struggles and tribulations navigating life. After establishing his Grammy-nominated group, Danny found himself on a downward spiral dealing with addiction and despai…
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On this episode of Grappler Union we have the Fight Companion UFC 241 with Paul Moloney, John Payne and Andrew Sawczenko.
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On this episode of Grappler Union podcast we have Paul Do in studio. Paul is a Jiu Jitsu Brown Belt from Brazil-021.
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Episode 33, 2019-Rudy Gonzalez Come along on a Training Day with one of LA's Finest, Police Officer Rudy Gonzalez. When Rudy's not locking up bad hombres slinging dope in East LA, he's slinging cotton as the owner and operator of a law enforcement-inspired clothing company called Watch Three Apparel (@watchthreeapparel ; watchtree.com) As we interr…
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On this episode of Grappler Union we have Sam Ferguson in studio. Sam is a Black Belt in Jiu Jitsu and 1/3 Blue Jitsu.
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On this episode of Grappler Union we have Danny Rodriguez in studio. Danny is a Black Belt and the Owner of Rodriguez Brazillian Jiu Jitsu.
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On this episode of Grappler Union we have Luis Alejandre in studio. Luis is a Black Belt under the Redzovics and the Owner / Head Instructor at Stronghold Jiu Jitsu Academy.
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Episode 39 - Presidential K9: Luciano Aguilar - The Armbar Podcast wolfpack brings an old dawg, former US Air Force K-9 handler, Luciano Aguilar owner of Presidential K-9 ( @presidentialk9 ) professional dog training and host of War Dawg Radio onto the show. Listen to how this Air Force veteran transitioned from having a fear of dogs, to having a p…
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Revisiting Scott Huesing & the Feres Doctrine
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Episode 38 - Revisiting Scott Huesing & the Feres Doctrine - The Armbar Podcast pays respects to fallen comrades for a second year in a row at the 7th Annual @BastardsCanteen Memorial Day Commemoration. The guys catch up with Scott Huesing (@echoinramadi), author of the Best Selling non-fiction novel "Echo In Ramadi" and Executive Director of veter…
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When You're Hot You're Hot: El Machete Chilli Sauce
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Episode 37 - When You're Hot You're Hot: El Machete Chilli Sauce - The Armbar Podcast pays respects to fallen comrades for a second year in a row at the 7th Annual @BastardsCanteen Memorial Day Commemoration. We sit down with the owner of El Machete Hand Krafted Chilli Sauce (@elmachete1924), Oscar Ochoa, to find out about one of the hottest (pun i…
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Episode 36 - Gettin' Some Action: Side Action Apparel - The Armbar Podcast pays respects to fallen comrades for a second year in a row at the 7th Annual @BastardsCanteen Memorial Day Commemoration. This time the guys from the ArmBar Podcast get some action with Danny Arrona LAPD veteran and owner of @SideActionApparel. Find out how Danny went from …
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On this episode of Grappler Union we have Fight Companion UFC 239. In studio John Payne, Andrew Sawczenko & Kevin Mosca.
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On this episode of Grappler Union we have Carlson Gracie Jr. in studio. Carlson is a 6th Degree Black belt under his legendary father Carlson Gracie.
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Ay Te Watcho! - Rudy 'Watch Three Apparel'
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Episode 35 - Ay Te Watcho! - Rudy 'Watch Three Apparel' The Armbar Podcast pays respects to fallen comrades for a second year in a row at the 7th Annual @BastardsCanteen Memorial Day Commemoration. The ArmBar Podcast interogates 'Rudy', 15 year LAPD veteran and the man behind Watch Three Apparel (@watchthreeapparel). Find out how this L.A. street c…
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El Mero Mero! Another Bastard - Nick Velez:
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Episode 34 - Mero Mero! Another Bastard - Nick Velez: The Armbar Podcast pays respects to fallen comrades for a second year in a row at the 7th Annual @BastardsCanteen Memorial Day Commemoration. This time the guys from the ArmBar Podcast sit down with owner and proprietor of Bastards Canteen and host of the 7th Annual Memorial Day Commemoration to…
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No Filter, No Sleeves: The Real Rudy Reyes in the Rah!
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Episode 33 - No Filter, No Sleeves: The Real Rudy Reyes in the Rah! The ArmBar Podcast pays respects to fallen comrades for a second year in a row at the 7th Annual @BastardsCanteen Memorial Day Commemoration. In this episode the thee amigos get down to business with the one and only @RealRudyReyes . We find out things about his past that helped sh…
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On this episode of Grappler Union we have Alex Viana in studio. Alex is a Brown Belt in Jiu Jitsu.
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