Best Royce Gracie Podcasts (2024)

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Overcoming Adversity with Billy Hill 32:45

6M ago32:45

32:45

Billy Hill opens up to us with a frank and honest reflection of his life. From Growing up around violence, drugs and alcohol to finding salvation in jiujitsu and becoming the well respected coach and practitioner he is today. Support the showBy The Ju Jutsu Movement

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Living La Vida Loca with Chris Thompson 47:20

6M ago47:20

47:20

We had the pleasure of traveling to Spain to train and talk with UK Grappling legend at the Lilius Barnett Academy in Torremolinos. We discussed Chris’ many years in grappling and mma from crazy weight cuts to getting on the mats with some of the worlds best grapplers. Chris tells us about his challenges and successes in running Grapplefest and how…

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GJJR! EP 170 Justin Faiferlick 45:01

7M ago45:01

45:01

Justin Faiferlick, owner of Faiferlick Martial arts and Gracie Ft Dodge in Ft Dodge, IA, is a 7th degree black belt martial artist and a Gracie Jiu Jitsu blue belt. He is a career Air Force veteran, a husband, father, and grandfather. Justin is currently battling stage 4 malignant melanoma cancer. In this episode Justin discusses his military caree…

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GJJR! EP 169 Brian Glick 1:24:18

7M ago1:24:18

1:24:18

Professor Brian Glick is BJJ black belt under John Danaher and Renzo gracie. He is a world renowned instructor and coach, and John Dananher’s longest running student. In this interview he discusses the culture shock of Moving to NYC at 17, his introduction to Gracie Jiu Jitsu, his introduction to John Danaher at Renzo’s academy, what the the enviro…

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Catch Wrestling with Chris Crossan 36:34

8M ago36:34

36:34

Recorded at LPW MIxed Martial arts in Stockton on Tees, Chris takes us through his journey from running security on the hard streets of Stockton to discovering martial arts and becoming the coach he is today. Chris talks us through his journey from organised fights, to travelling to Brazil to study Jiu Jitsu and eventually finding and competing in …

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GJJR! EP 168 Thomas Rozdzynski 1:16:41

9M ago1:16:41

1:16:41

Thomas Rozdzynski is a 3rd degree black belt, owner of the ROL academy of Jiu Jitsu, Co-Owner of the ROL Radio podcast, and creator of ROL TV. In this interview Thomas talks about the challenges of immigrating to the US as a teenager and how it developed his resiliency, the importance of doing hard things, the evolution of “fluffy Thomas”, training…

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GJJR! EP 167 Nick Koumalatsos 1:11:50

10M ago1:11:50

1:11:50

Nick Koumalatsos is a world renowned men’s coach and mentor. He’s a husband, father, veteran advocate, former marine raider, and reconnaissance marine, founder of the Raider Project, Philanthropist, YouTuber, host of the Always Forward podcast. He’s the founder of the Agoge program, the Modern Day Knight, the Squire program, and more. In this episo…

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GJJR! EP 166 Master Carlos Machado 1:13:21

11M ago1:13:21

1:13:21

Master Carlos Machado is back on the show to discuss all things he’s been up to lately, his recent 60th birthday, staying balanced as he ages (including carnivore diet, red light therapy, blue blockers, mindset, etc), staying present in the moment, what it was like back in the day in Brazil training with his cousins and brothers, what Rolls, Rickso…

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GJJR! EP 165 Kevin Lucas 1:08:01

1y ago1:08:01

1:08:01

“Imagine not needing over the counter meds to get through training sessions.“ ~Kevin Lucas Kevin Lucas, Co-owner of New Hope Regeneration, discusses what stem cells are and what they do, the five things that have changed the course of human history, how allopathic medicine has missed the boat in the US, using Jiu Jitsu analogies to understand stem …

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GJJR Podcast EP 164 Pedro Sauer 1:16:34

1y ago1:16:34

1:16:34

“Helio Gracie was a general. He was a father, and instructor. He was the most amazing man I met in my life. He was the toughest man I ever met” Master Pedro Sauer returns to discuss The Sauer Protection Institute, His 2 new non profits (teaching kids Jiu Jitsu, and computer skills, and preserving the rivers/jungles), how simple things make a big di…

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GJJR! EP 163 Dan Zia Joseph 1:07:52

1y ago1:07:52

1:07:52

“I’m not afraid of getting punched in the face. That’s my love language” Dan Joseph, Dan Zia Joseph is a BJJ practitioner, Army veteran, and author of Backpack to Rucksack: Insight into Leadership and Resilience by Military experts. In this interview he discusses How his buddy got him into BJJ, his navy seal friends influence on him, joining the Ar…

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GJJR! EP 162 Chris Haueter 1:02:52

1+ y ago1:02:52

1:02:52

An “Active attempt to be humbly aware of how limited my knowledge is” lets me be a student in the truest sense. ~Chris Haueter Chris Haueter is a 6th degree Black belt, member of the dirty dozen and founder of Combat Base. He is an insightful and skilled teacher as well as a gifted artist. In this interview he discusses Reassessing your game as you…

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Gui Valente and Luciano Cristovam - Two Worlds Collide 23:53

1+ y ago23:53

23:53

We sat down with Gui Valente at Luciano Cristovam’s gym in London. Gui talked us through the history of ground fighting, philosophy and the evolution of Jiu Jitsu. Listen as Gui and Luciano discuss the differences and similarities in sports Jiu Jitsu vs Self Defence Jiu Jitsu. Support the showBy The Ju Jutsu Movement

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GJJR! EP 161 Jason Mills 1:03:41

1+ y ago1:03:41

1:03:41

“In combat simplicity succeeds and complexity kills.” Lt Col. Jason Mills Jason Mills is a Pedro Sauer Brown belt and a Certified Gracie University instructor. He recently finished his military career and will be the new manager of Gracie Sacramento (a new CTC) in the Sacramento area of CA. In this interview he discusses his military career, how he…

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GJJR! EP 160 Marty's Wim Hof instructor journey 40:29

1+ y ago40:29

40:29

Marty shares his journey and experience of becoming a certified Wim Hof Method instructor

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GJJR! EP 159 Peter Warshawsky, DDS 1:14:52

1+ y ago1:14:52

1:14:52

Dr. Peter Warshawski, Lifelong martial artist, Periodontal dental surgeon, fitness enthusiast, and recent author, discusses his new book: Blows, and why he wrote it, overcoming all the childhood negative programming and discovering his power, Becoming a periodontal dental surgeon, what to look for in a great dentist, the importance of dental hygien…

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GJJR EP 158 Todd Fox 1:26:53

1+ y ago1:26:53

1:26:53

Todd Fox, Security & Expert and 3rd BJJ Black Belt, is a former Marine, law enforcement officer, BJJ black belt, and Author. After his military service, he began his career in EP (Executive Protection) and has spent the past two decades providing executive protection and safety services to high level clients including some of the most recognizable …

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GJJR! EP 157 Sean Patrick Flanery 1:19:06

1+ y ago1:19:06

1:19:06

Sean Patrick Flanery, world renowned actor and 4th Degree BJJ black belt, discusses new movie Nefarious and all that went into doing it, his gratitude for his long movie career, training at Rafael Lavato Jr’s academy while filming the new movie, practicing Martial Arts since age 9, his deep obsession for Jiu Jitsu and why it will be the biggest par…

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GJJR! EP 156 Charlie Vinch 1:17:45

2y ago1:17:45

1:17:45

Charlie Vinch, BJJ black belt, expert striker and owner of Budo Martial Arts Studio in Ewing, NJ discusses his recent Brazil trip and tips for those traveling to Brazil, training at the world renowned Chute Boxe academy and meeting Wanderlei Silva and others, his extensive martial arts journey, getting his Black belt from the Migliarese brothers an…

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GJJR EP 155 Matt Wahlstrom 1:22:33

2y ago1:22:33

1:22:33

Matt Wahlstrom is a Tom DeBlass Black Belt, Entrepreneur, small biz owner, licensed realtor, Crazy off road racer, inventor, and creator of the lifestyle clothing brand, Epic Roll Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. In this interview Matt discusses the Importance of balance in life, his BJJ journey, what fighting MMA taught him, training with Eric Silver and mari…

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GJJR! EP 154 Priit Mihkelson 1:23:32

2y ago1:23:32

1:23:32

Priit Mihkelson is a BJJ black belt and world renowned instructor. He is known for his innovation of Jiu Jitsu techniques and strategies, and his think outside the box philosophy. In this interview Priit discusses his current travels/seminars, his popular Defensive Jiu Jitsu and how it got started and has evolved, trenches and transitions, how his …

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GJJR! EP 153 professor Ryan Young 1:11:50

2y ago1:11:50

1:11:50

Professor Ryan Young, 3rd degree Kama Jiu jitsu Black Belt, discusses his current Annual Thanksgiving food basket drive, why he loves Texas, starting his journey in Hawaii and his time with Relson, Rickson’s impact and influence on him, his Jiu Jitsu philosophy, running techniques through the self defense screen, is GJJ a complete martial art, stay…

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Episode 19 Guts and Grit with special guest UFC Legend Royce Gracie 19:21

2y ago19:21

19:21

We interview UFC legend and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu master Royce Gracie on his time in the UFC as well as training Law Enforcement and the military.By markrenehan

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Episode 18 Guts and Grit with Special Guest Ramon Alvarez from WBS Charity Foundation 27:11

2y ago27:11

27:11

Episode 18 with Special Guest Ramon Alvarez from WBS Charity Foundation, which gives back to veteran’s organizations worldwide. www.wbs-charity.orgBy markrenehan

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Episode 17 Guts and Grit with Soul Survivor 34:26

2y ago34:26

34:26

Jeremy and Johanna Cole join us from the military nonprofit Soul Survivor.By markrenehan

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Episode 16 Guts and Grit with Veteran and Author JJ Ainsworth 33:09

2y ago33:09

33:09

Author and Veteran J.J. Ainsowrth joins the show along with Veteran Dom Mancuso who was featured in her new Amazon Bestseller "At What Cost" which takes on Americas War in Afghanistan from those who served and lived it.By markrenehan

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GJJR! EP 152 Karel "Silver Fox" Pravec 58:10

2y ago58:10

58:10

Karel “Silver Fox” Pravec, 4th degree Renzo Gracie black and owner of Silver Fox BJJ discusses coming from Czechoslovakia and escaping to the to US, his introduction to Jiu Jitsu, training with Renzo and his relationship over the years, opening his own school and what it takes to succeed, His YouTube channel and live troubleshooting streams, his re…

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Episode 15Guts and Grit with Veteran and Musician John Eason!! 27:17

2y ago27:17

27:17

We interview Veteran and Musician John Eason about giving back and his efforts to combat veteran suicide.By markrenehan

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GJJR! EP 151 Bernardo Faria 1:03:21

2y ago1:03:21

1:03:21

Professor Bernado Faria is a 5X BJJ champion, owner of Bernardo Faria BJJ academy, and Co-founder of BJJ Fanatics. In this episode he discusses where he grew up and how he got started in Jiu Jitsu, training with instructors Ricardo Marques, Fabio Gurgel, and Marcelo Garcia,his mindset and training leading up to his championships, his favorite techn…

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Episode 14 Guts and Grit with Paul Veneto from Paulies Push 9/11 31:30

2y ago31:30

31:30

Retired flight attendant Paul Veneto from Paulies Push tells his incredible story of bringing awareness to the flight attendants who lost their lives during 9/11By markrenehan

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Episode 13 Guts and Grit with Dale and Brian from Freedom Jam USA 37:49

2y ago37:49

37:49

Dale Sizemore and Brian Judy from FreedomJam USA !! Freedom Jam USA gives back to veterans and first responders. Dale was an Army Ranger in the Battle of Mogadishu Depicted in Black Hawk Down. Great Show!! #army #blackhawkdown #rangerBy markrenehan

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Episode 12 Guts and Grit with comedian Linda Marcus Smith 24:26

2y ago24:26

24:26

Veteran and Comedian Linda Marcus Smith joins us to discuss using comedy to heal from traumatic events.By markrenehan

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Episode 11 Guts and Grit Operation Homefront 25:20

2y ago25:20

25:20

We talk to Joe Ohara from Operation Homefront about the work they do for military families.By markrenehan

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Episode 10 Guts and Grit Part 2 of the Battle of OP Nevada 37:55

2+ y ago37:55

37:55

Part 2 with Sergeant Brian Wood and Sergeant John Melson as we discuss the Battle of OP Nevada that took place in Afghanistan in 2011By markrenehan

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GJJR! EP 150 Keith Owen Tribute Episode 1:40:56

2y ago1:40:56

1:40:56

In this episode we celebrate the life of 4th degree Pedro Sauer Black Belt Professor Keith Owen through the eyes of his family, affiliates, fellow instructors, the people who loved him. Keith Owen was an incredible man. He was an incredible teacher, mentor, friend, husband, father, and an amazing human being who impacted so many people’s lives. He …

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Episode 9 Guts and Grit with Special Guest Sergeant Brian Wood 45:53

2+ y ago45:53

45:53

We interview former US Army Sergeant Brian Wood is he revisits the Battle of OP Nevada in Afghanistan.By markrenehan

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Episode 8 Guts and Grit with special guest Author and Communism Survivor Dr. Fred Valdes. 32:25

2+ y ago32:25

32:25

We interview Dr. Fred Valdes. Dr. Valdes escaped communism under Castro and was raised as an orphan in the United States, joining the US Army and becoming a Dr. and even guest starred on Miami Vice!By markrenehan

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GJJR! EP 149 Mark Schultz 1:45:56

2+ y ago1:45:56

1:45:56

Mark Schultz, olympic gold medal wrestler, UFC veteran, and Pedro Sauer black belt discusses Why he purposely threw the last match of the 1988 Olympics, Foxcatcher movie and why he didn’t like it, His book - Foxcatcher and the real story of Foxcatcher, His epic match with Rickson, How he got into UFC 9, Why he only fought in one UFC, Pedro Sauer’s …

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Episode 7 Guts and Grit: Special Guest US Army Paratrooper Noah Jameel!! 40:58

2+ y ago40:58

40:58

We interview US Army Paratrooper Noah Jameel. Noah grew up in Iraq in a war zone, hear his incredible story.By markrenehan

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Episode 6 Guts and Grit: Special Guest Afghan Interpreter Rasheed Mahmoodi 39:01

2+ y ago39:01

39:01

Join us as we speak with former Afghani translator and current US Army Officer Rasheed Mahmoodi !!By markrenehan

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Episode 5 Guts and Grit: Special Guest LAPD Detective Knocko Nolan 39:32

2+ y ago39:32

39:32

LAPD Detective Knocko Nolan co-host of the Arm Bar Podcast and featured on the Netflix Series "Crime Scene, the Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel"By markrenehan

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Spencer Fearon - FightMad Podcast #16 36:48

2+ y ago36:48

36:48

Spencer Fearon, former British Boxing promoter and entrepreneur, is the latest industry insider to join the FightMad Podcast! Nicknamed "Master Knowledge" - Fearon discussed his first fight memory (and beating!), the impact of Muhammad Ali and dealing with autism. This episode is dedicated to the memory of Mrs Fearon. Hosted by Fighters Inc’s Joe L…

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GJJR! EP 148 Healing Trauma With Jiu Jitsu - Jamie Marich, Ph-D & Anna Pirkl, LMFT 58:07

2+ y ago58:07

58:07

Jamie Marich, Ph-d and Anna Pirkl, LMFT, authors of Healing Trauma with Jiu Jitsu, discuss what trauma is and how common it is, the toll it takes on our lives, how trauma shrinks our worlds, the link/relationship between addictions and trauma, importance of physical play, moving from victim mentality to warrior activist, the range of response in Ji…

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Episode 4 Guts and Grit with special Guest Sean Pierce 9/11 survivor 38:28

2+ y ago38:28

38:28

Episode 4 September 11th survivor Sean Pierce joins us. Sean was on the 73rd Floor of the North Tower when the second plane hit.By markrenehan

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Episode 3 Guts and Grit 48:13

2+ y ago48:13

48:13

We conclude Sergeant John Melson's incredible story as he begins his 9 tours overseas.By markrenehan

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Royce Gracie - FightMad Podcast #15 20:37

2+ y ago20:37

20:37

Royce Gracie, UFC Hall of Famer and martial arts legend, joins the FightMad Podcast to discuss his father Hélio Gracie's influence, teaching from a young age and his old school musical taste. Hosted by Fighters Inc’s Joe Long, the FightMad Podcast invites the world’s biggest superstars to enter the ‘Zone’ and discuss life and combat sport-related t…

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Episode 2 Guts and Grit 41:50

2+ y ago41:50

41:50

We continue the biography of Sergeant John Melson. This episode deals with personal mistakes in our youth and Over Coming the Odds!!!By markrenehan

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GJJR EP 147 Rickson Gracie 1:34:15

2+ y ago1:34:15

1:34:15

Rickson discusses writing his book, how his philosophy about fighting has changed through the years, learning to fight without emotion, Representing the Gracie legacy, His early fights in Japan, the spirit of the samurai, being treated like a God in Japan, cold exposure, meditation and his fire ceremony during his fight prep, the incredible power o…

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Episode1 Guts and Grit 43:33

2+ y ago43:33

43:33

Our Inaugural episode of Guts and Grit! Join us as hosts John Melson Joy Votrobek and Mark Renehan discuss overcoming the odds and having Guts and Grit. John has served in the US Army for over 20 years and has been overseas 9 times as well as receiving 5 Bronze Stars!By markrenehan

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Young Dirty Bastard - FightMad Podcast #14 34:20

2+ y ago34:20

34:20

Young Dirty Bastard, the son of Wu-Tang Clan member Ol' Dirty Bastard, joins the FightMad Podcast. YDB talks about his love of martial arts from a young age, his first fight, his biggest influences and his HUGE upcoming Bruce Lee inspired NFT drop. Hosted by Fighters Inc’s Joe Long, the FightMad Podcast invites the world’s biggest superstars to ent…

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