Best Nogi Podcasts (2024)

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Dealing with Plateaus + Training Games 23:52

2M ago23:52

23:52

After a frustrating training day for myself, as well as one of my students, I thought it'd be great to talk about plateaus. We talk about how to deal with them in your training, as well as how to deal with them mentally, and when it's time to take a break. We also talk about how to introduce more fun into your training, and how live games can help …

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ADCC Dallas Open + 10p Austin & B-Team Training 20:48

10M ago20:48

20:48

I spent the weekend in Dallas and Austin, coaching two athletes at the ADCC Open, and then visiting 10th Planet Austin and B-Team.By Drew Darce

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Tips for Higher Percentage Rear Naked Chokes & Back Control (+ studying Ethan Crelinsten & Keith Krikorian) 20:40

11M ago20:40

20:40

NOTE: Slight background noise in the first couple minutes will clear up. Keith also has an incredibly affordable and great Patreon, linked below. - This week we're looking at a few key details for improving RNCs that don't rely on the straitjacket system, namely from Keith Krikorian and Ethan Crelinsten. Some of the matches referenced in the episod…

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The Return!!! Love/Hate Relationship w/ Deep Half Guard & Upcoming Instructional 15:06

11M ago15:06

15:06

We're back! It's been a long time. Life has been wild this past year, and things are starting to get easier--I didn't want to upload until things could be consistent. Thanks for being patient, and for the kind messages! In this episode I talk about my love/hate relationship with deep half guard, and why I'm currently staying away from it as a prima…

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Lucas Lepri - GOAT and a Living Legend of Jiu Jitsu 51:44

11M ago51:44

51:44

In this episode, we had the opportunity to sit down with Lucas Lepri, a multiple times Jiu Jitsu World Champion and IBJJF hall of famer. Lucas shared his incredible journey on his recent trip to Hong Kong and China. He spoke about the challenges he faced in between his first world championship win in 2007 and his second in 2014, and the value he pl…

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Lucas Leite - World Champion / Coach / Innovator 51:05

1y ago51:05

51:05

We have the legendary Lucas Leite on the podcast today, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt and a true master of his craft. We dive deep into the world of Jiu Jitsu with Lucas, discussing the importance of being a good coach and teacher, and how it can positively impact the growth of the sport. We also touch on the significance of exposing yourself to…

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Octavio Couto Jr. - Founder of Brasa JiuJitsu Academy / Coach / World Traveller 45:58

1y ago45:58

45:58

Professor Octavio Couto is one of the founding member of Brasa JiuJitsu Academy, which arguably is one of the best team in BJJ history, producing some of the legends such as Fernando Terere, the Vieira brothers, Felipe Costa amongst many others. He is also consider to be one of the great jiu jitsu instructor of all time. Prof. Octavio Couto Jr. vis…

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White Day (Japan's Valentine's Day Part 2, not a Proud Boy's wet dream) 12:35

1y ago12:35

12:35

It's almost March 14th or White Day, Japan's other day meant for giving presents to the person you want to bang! Listen as Stephen (resident Japanese history non-expert) unpacks his sentiments on a "holiday" that only came into existence in the late 1970s!By Stephen Tetsu

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Lok Yuen - The New 4STRIPES NOGI Open Weight Champion of Hong Kong 54:47

1+ y ago54:47

54:47

In this episode, we talk to Lok Yuen, the new 4STRIPES NOGI Open Weight Champion of Hong Kong. Lok is a Hong Kong native and a passionate martial artist. He shared with us his why jiu jitsu is now his main focus, his training principle, how he likes to put on a show for his fans, and why Hong Kong grappling is going to become mainstream soon!…

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WhichMat Podcast Ep. #42: Allen Bolen talks about taking competition axiety head on, his philosophy on bow hunting and how he pushed himself outside of his comfort zone to achieve the title of IBJJF World ... 55:50

1+ y ago55:50

55:50

Allen Bolen talks about taking competition axiety head on, his philosophy on bow hunting and how he pushed himself outside of his comfort zone to achieve the title of IBJJF World Masters champ!

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WhichMat Podcast Ep. #41: UFC ringside physician Dr. David Abbasi clarifies some of the myths that surround topics like whether or not you should have MCL surgery and more. 28:18

1+ y ago28:18

28:18

WhichMat Podcast Ep. #41: UFC ringside physician Dr. David Abbasi clarifies some of the myths that surround topics like whether or not you should have MCL surgery and more.

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OshiDare 2x39: Hinatazaka 4th Gen Special Part 2 and more! 1:14:11

1+ y ago1:14:11

1:14:11

The OshiDare trio of Rain (@rdamon42), Gab (@Renaby5) and Azi (@30__saikou) are back to react to the latest Sakamichi news this week. Getting to know more about the 4th gens, part 1 - Shimizu Rio, Sumire Miyachi, Shogenji Yoko, Ishizuka Tamaki, Yamashita Haruka, Hirao Honoka (1:35) More 4th gens - Watanabe Rina, Fujishima Kaho, Hiraoka Mitsuki, Tak…

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Epi 374 One thing leads to the next 50:58

1+ y ago50:58

50:58

Don't put your cart before your horse in BJJ. Byron recently tried this and it does not make for great training.

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WhichMat Podcast Ep. #40: 6th degree black belt Chris Haueter talks about everything from the potential existence of God, Batman being better than Superman and also about what scares him. 1:10:05

1+ y ago1:10:05

1:10:05

WhichMat Podcast Ep. #40: 6th degree black belt Chris Haueter talks about everything from the potential existence of God, Batman being better than Superman and also about what scares him.

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WhichMat Podcast Ep. #39: An intriguing story of how Shane Hall won the IBJJF World Masters having not trained ANY Jiu-Jitsu for 7 months prior and his thoughts on what it takes to find success in Life ... 45:17

1+ y ago45:17

45:17

WhichMat Podcast Ep. #39: An intriguing story of how Shane Hall won the IBJJF World Masters having not trained ANY Jiu-Jitsu for 7 months prior and his thoughts on what it takes to find success in Life.

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OshiDare 2x38: The Hinatazaka 4th Gen Special! 1:14:42

1+ y ago1:14:42

1:14:42

Rain (@rdamon42), Gab (@Renaby5) and resident Ohisama (@Ditto_IaMmE) recap Sakamichi news and welcome the rest of Hinatazaka46's 4th generation! HINATAZAKA46 Hinata 4kis cometh, part 2! (1:42) Giving the 4ki nicknames and early favorites (22:04) Hinatazaka MVs recap (37:05) "Tsuki to hoshi ga odoru middonaito" covers revealed! (52:45) Happy trails!…

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WhichMat Podcast Ep. #38: The UFC's Zac Pauga discusses his Usman KO, what's next for him in the UFC and Bobby Maximus has an eye on the prize for Worlds Nogi in December. 45:54

1+ y ago45:54

45:54

WhichMat Podcast Ep. #38: The UFC's Zac Pauga discusses his Usman KO, what's next for him in the UFC and Bobby Maximus has an eye on the prize for Worlds Nogi in December.

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OshiDare 2x37: A Saito Kyoko Center, Hinatazaka 4th Gen Cometh, Sakurazaka's TikTok Mystery, and more! 1:10:17

1+ y ago1:10:17

1:10:17

We are back! Rain (@rdamon42), Gab (@Renaby5) and resident Ohisama (@Ditto_IaMmE) recap Sakamichi news for the past weeks, including some new Hinatazaka members debuting! HINATAZAKA46 Saito Kyoko center for 8th single (1:50) 8th single formation reactions (8:04) Miyata Manamo announces graduation (21:50) Hinatazaka 4ki are here! (23:39) Happy trail…

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WhichMat Podcast Ep. #37: Betty Broadhurst discusses getting her black belt at 65, how we can find ways of financially supporting Jiu-Jitsu competitors and how JJ tournaments are not allowed in Quebec ... 54:02

1+ y ago54:02

54:02

WhichMat Podcast Ep. #37: Betty Broadhurst discusses getting her black belt at 65, how we can find ways of financially supporting Jiu-Jitsu competitors and how JJ tournaments are not allowed in Quebec!

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WhichMat Podcast Ep. #36: David Tresko discusses balancing the executive dream career while also making progress in your Jiu-Jitsu career. 43:44

1+ y ago43:44

43:44

WhichMat Podcast Ep. #36: David Tresko discusses balancing the executive dream career while also making progress in your Jiu-Jitsu career.

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WhichMat Podcast Ep. #35: ADCC 2022 Competitor: Ireland's own Sam McNally discusses the impact of wrestling on nogi Jiu-Jitsu and how he is ready to work his magic at ADCC! 24:09

1+ y ago24:09

24:09

WhichMat Podcast Ep. #35: ADCC 2022 Competitor: Ireland's own Sam McNally discusses the impact of wrestling on nogi Jiu-Jitsu and how he is ready to work his magic at ADCC!

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Rafa Mendes ADCC/NoGi Innovations + Cole Abate and ADCC 2022 -66kg (Part 1) 28:15

1+ y ago28:15

28:15

We're back! On this episode we're talking about Rafa Mendes, his protege Cole Abate, and Rafa's contributions to the NoGi world. Below are some links from some of the techniques and rolling moments discussed in the episode. Thanks for bearing with me. I've had a summer filled with a lot of loss and illness; life goes on, and I'll continue to strive…

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WhichMat Podcast Ep. #34: Vai Suliafu discusses 3 elements of being a monster blue belt, 8 days in prison and how fitness trainees sometimes value simple validation over actual results. 55:42

1+ y ago55:42

55:42

Vai Suliafu discusses 3 elements of being a monster blue belt, 8 days in prison and how fitness trainees sometimes value simple validation over actual results.

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OshiDare 2x36: Kobayashi Yui PB Covers, Hashimoto Nanami Resurfaces, Nogizaka46 Tour Updates and more! 43:53

1+ y ago43:53

43:53

The OshiDare trio of Rain (@rdamon42), Gab (@Renaby5) and Azi (@30__saikou) are back to react to the latest Sakamichi news this week. Also, we draw and reveal the winner of our "Suki Toiunowa Roku Daze" Nogizaka46 30th single giveaway! NOGIZAKA46 Kakehashi Sayaka health update (1:52) Ikuta Erika, Takayama Kazumi and Hashimoto Nanami show up in Jing…

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WhichMat Podcast Ep. #33: Pat Jamlang from Manila gives us a glimpse into how their do BJJ in the Philippines. 54:29

1+ y ago54:29

54:29

WhichMat Podcast Ep. #33: Pat Jamlang from Manila gives us a glimpse into how their do BJJ in the Philippines.

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OshiDare 2x35: Sugai Yuuka Grad Announcement, Nogi 30th Single Release and more! 1:14:23

1+ y ago1:14:23

1:14:23

Rain (@rdamon42) and Gab (@Renaby5) recap Sakamichi news from the past week. Then Furu (@Morisaka_Yuuka) and resident Ohisama Ditto (@Ditto_IaMmE) join in to discuss Sugai-sama's recent bittersweet announcement. NOGIZAKA46 "Suki Toiunowa Roku Daze" release (1:35) "Jumping Joker Flash" and "Boku Ga Te Wo Tataku Hou" MVs! (10:24) 5th gen PV previews …

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WhichMat Podcast Ep. #32: Eli Knight talks about how we sometimes are our own worst enemies when rolling with higher belts and opens up about something many people don't know about him. 1:00:44

1+ y ago1:00:44

1:00:44

Eli Knight talks about how we sometimes are our own worst enemies when rolling with higher belts and opens up about something many people don't know about him.

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WhichMat Podcast Ep. #31: Felicia Oh confirms her Jiu-Jitsu-roll with a porn star :), talks about her time with Jean Jacques Machado and Eddie Bravo and discusses being intentionally selective with new ... 1:03:39

1+ y ago1:03:39

1:03:39

Felicia Oh confirms her Jiu-Jitsu-roll with a porn star :), talks about her time with Jean Jacques Machado and Eddie Bravo and discusses being intentionally selective with new partners.

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OshiDare 2x34: Nogizaka MV Release Barrage, "As You Know" Release, Kobayashi Yui 2nd PB and more! 57:40

1+ y ago57:40

57:40

OshiDare 2x34: Nogizaka MV Release Barrage, "As You Know" Release, Kobayashi Yui 2nd PB and more! The OshiDare trio of Rain (@rdamon42), Gab (@Renaby5) and Azi (@30__saikou) are back to react to the latest Sakamichi news! NOGIZAKA46 "Suki Toiunowa Roku Daze" MV released (1:30) "Unders Love"and "Band-Aid Hagasu You Na Wakarekata" MVs released (5:00)…

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WhichMat Podcast Ep. #30: Richard Bresler talks about his new book, the early days with Rorion Gracie, efficacy of Krav Maga in self defense and why Judo struggles against BJJ. 49:40

1+ y ago49:40

49:40

Richard Bresler talks about his new book, the early days with Rorion Gracie, efficacy of Krav Maga in self defense and why Judo struggles against BJJ.

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WhichMat Podcast Ep. #29: SBG founder Matt Thornton talks about the removal of terms like "sensei" from Jiu-Jitsu, being witness to Rickson's tapping out a room of Judo black belts and how John Kavanagh ... 57:06

1+ y ago57:06

57:06

Matt Thornton talks about the removal of terms like "sensei" from Jiu-Jitsu, being witness to Rickson's tapping out a room of Judo black belts and how John Kavanagh measures up as a black belt.

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OshiDare 2x33: "As You Know" Details, Watanabe Risa Returns, Nogizaka 30th Single Covers and more! 58:55

1+ y ago58:55

58:55

The OshiDare trio of Rain (@rdamon42), Gab (@Renaby5) and Azi (@30__saikou) are back to react to the latest Sakamichi news! SAKURAZAKA46 New profile pics and album visuals released (2:06) Watanabe Risa Twitter, official site and IG live (14:37) Keyaki FES performance rescheduled! (20:55) Happy trails! (23:29) NOGIZAKA46 30th single covers revealed!…

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WhichMat Podcast Ep. #28: Black belt Jack Taufer talks about Rickson's unrelenting focus on truly knowing the move, how competition rules can hurt your self-defense and some every day mat questions. 1:07:22

2y ago1:07:22

1:07:22

WhichMat Podcast Ep. #28: Black belt Jack Taufer talks about Rickson's unrelenting focus on truly knowing the move, how competition rules can hurt your self-defense and some every day mat questions. This podcast was formally known as the Jiu-Jitsu Jabber Podcast and has since been rebranded to The WhichMat Podcast.…

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OshiDare 2x32: Nogi Double Graduation Announcement, W-Keyaki FES Recaps, Yamazaki Rena Graduation Tribute and more! 1:40:51

2y ago1:40:51

1:40:51

The OshiDare trio of Rain (@rdamon42), Gab (@Renaby5) and Azi (@30__saikou) are back to react to the latest Sakamichi news! Also, resident Ohisama Ditto (@Ditto_IaMmE) joins in to recap Hinatazaka46's W-Keyaki FES solo weekend. NOGIZAKA46 30th single title revealed (1:53) Wada Maaya and Higuchi Hina announce graduation (5:28) Wada Maaya unders song…

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WhichMat Podcast Ep. #27: Tim Fratto discusses his perspective on CBD and it's application to Jiu-Jitsu and the tight rope the CBD suppliers walk in the State of Utah. 40:01

2y ago40:01

40:01

WhichMat Podcast Ep. #27: Tim Fratto discusses CBD and it's application to Jiu-Jitsu and the tight rope the CBD suppliers walk in the State of Utah. This podcast was formally known as the Jiu-Jitsu Jabber Podcast and has since been rebranded to The WhichMat Podcast.

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OshiDare 2x31:Nogizaka46's 30th Single Senbatsu, Sakurazaka46 Album Tracklist, Higashimura Mei gets a PB, and more! 1:04:35

2y ago1:04:35

1:04:35

The OshiDare duo of Rain (@rdamon42) and Gab (@Renaby5) react to news from the Sakamichi groups this week. NOGIZAKA46 30th single senbatsu reactions and analysis (3:20) Yamazaki Rena says goodbye (18:31) Hayakawa Seira hiatus confirmed (20:00) Who's centering the 5th gen song? (24:05) Tackling some Nogi rumors? (28:55) Happy trails! (31:11) SAKURAZ…

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OshiDare 2x30: Instant "Masatsukeisu" Reactions! 35:55

2y ago35:55

35:55

The OshiDare trio of Rain (@rdamon42), Gab (@Renaby5) and the returning Azi (@30__saikou) react to the new Masatsukeisu MV from Sakurazaka46 with guest Ohisama Ditto (@Ditto_IaMmE). MV reactions (1:39) MV analysis and questions (5:27) Who is the lady in red? (12:00) Happy trails! (21:55) Rain does batsu gag (26:23) Intro Music: "Overture Two" by Su…

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WhichMat Podcast Ep. #26: Billy Murphy Jr. talks about training Jiu-Jitsu despite two hip replacements, stage 4 colon cancer and a host of plates and screws. 36:13

2y ago36:13

36:13

WhichMat Podcast Ep. #26: Billy Murphy Jr. talks about training Jiu-Jitsu despite two hip replacements, stage 4 colon cancer and a host of plates and screws. This podcast was formally known as the Jiu-Jitsu Jabber Podcast and has since been rebranded to The WhichMat Podcast.

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WhichMat Podcast Ep. #25: School psychologist Shelly Gearheart discusses the specific benefits of BJJ for kids, hitting back against bullies and how Social Media isn't all bad! 42:29

2y ago42:29

42:29

WhichMat Podcast Ep. #25: School psychologist Shelly Gearheart discusses the specific benefits of BJJ for kids, hitting back against bullies and how Social Media isn't all bad! This podcast was formally known as the Jiu-Jitsu Jabber Podcast and has since been rebranded to The WhichMat Podcast.

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OshiDare 2x29: Watanabe Miho Graduates, Sakurazaka46 "As You Know" Teaser, Moriya Rena PB announcement and more! 46:14

2y ago46:14

46:14

Rain (@rdamon42) and resident Ohisama Ditto (@Ditto_IaMmE) react to news from the Sakamichi groups this week. HINATAZAKA46 Watanabe Miho grad concert and career recap (2:27) Nibu Akari PB details and bonus stuff (9:55) Hamagishi Hiyori in Odd Taxi stage play (12:12) Happy trails! (15:10) SAKURAZAKA46 As You Know? first teaser photo dropped (17:23) …

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OshiDare 2x28: Talking KPop with No Idol No Life International! 1:15:36

2y ago1:15:36

1:15:36

We have special guests on this Friday special! We talk classic Jpop, AKB48 and -- why not -- Kpop with Ruka (@rukakikuchi) and Furu (@Morisaka_Yuuka) of No Idol, No Life International! Timestamps: What is No Idol No Life International? (2:55) Discovering idol culture, first oshimen and loving Akimoto Sayaka (6:35) Getting into chika idols and Kpop …

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WhichMat Podcast Ep. #24: ADCC Black belt Amy Campo answers questions posed by other ladies team members and discusses how training with men can sometimes be more advantageous than training with women ... 44:16

2y ago44:16

44:16

JJJ Ep. #24: Black belt Amy Campo answers questions posed by other ladies team members and discusses how training with men can sometimes be more advantageous that training with women. This podcast was formally known as the Jiu-Jitsu Jabber Podcast and has since been rebranded to The WhichMat Podcast.…

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BjjBrick Quick 258 "No matter how stressful the situation you find yourself to be in realize that success will come in the form of technical solutions to problems not appeals to our emotional side" John ... 5:52

2y ago5:52

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WhichMat Podcast Ep. #22: The UFC's Kenny Florian discusses how breathing practices and blocking people on Social helped him compete at the highest level! 1:05:37

2y ago1:05:37

1:05:37

The UFC's Kenny Florian discusses how breathing practices and blocking people on Social Media helped him compete at the highest level! This podcast was formally known as the Jiu-Jitsu Jabber Podcast and has since been rebranded to The WhichMat Podcast.

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