
The Old Grappler
a Podcast about the journey of jiu jitsu and the community jiu jitsu has.
Episodes
28 episodes
Episode 26: Victor Hugo Cervantes & "D" Dick DeLeon
In this episode I sit down with Victor and D from Rivalry Jiu Jitsu.Victor is a Blackbelt and owner of Rivalry Jiu Jitsu in Fresno Ca. D is a purple belt under Victor and is the owner of Savg Tknq a Jiu Jitsu apparel brand. We dive into the...
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Episode 26
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Episode 25: Alfredo Grijalva Jr.
In this episode I sit down with Alfredo from Six Blades Jiu Jitsu in San Pedro. Alfredo is from Hawthorne Ca and shows his dedication to his craft by traveling 45 minutes just to get to class. Is there Academies closer to him...Yes, but we have...
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Episode 24: Krazy Kevin
In this Episode we dive in with Krazy Kevin, from the United States Marine Corp to private contractor to Jiu Jitsu Practitioner. We talk about his Journey through addiction, Suicide attempt and Mens Mental Health. Its amazing how Jiu Jitsu has ...
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Episode 23: Shaye
The way this journey got started is definitely one of a kind. "Here is $2k go live your life for a while, you have the rest of your life to work" the next day Shaye was packed and heading to the airport! Brazil was the destination, Jiu Jitsu wa...
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Episode 23
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Episode 22: Will Alexander
In this episode we dive into JG Tracy Purple Belt Will Alexanders Journey. From trying to make it to the NFL as a DB and realizing it wasn't going to happen to crossing over to Jiu Jitsu. Finding his home there at JG Tracy with Former Guest Ali...
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Episode 21: Mike Prudencio, One World Jiu Jitsu
In this episode of the Old Grappler we have Mike Prudencio, owner of One World Jiu Jitsu in Newark. A journey that started in the 90's with Ralph and Cesar Gracie and would eventually lead Mike to Guerrilla Jiu Jitsu with Dave Camarillo. What g...
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Kalani Foster: Buffalo Black Brotherhood
A journey that started 20+ years ago. Listen to Kalanis journey growing up doing Eskrima and Boxing which led to him going in to a MMA gym just to fight the pro fighters so he wouldn't catch a case out on the streets. Little did he know that wo...
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Adams Journey Episode 19
From Carpet wrestling matches, to finding a way through Faith, Friends and Family to open his own Jiu Jitsu School Guerrilla Merced. In this episode Adam talks about the ups and downs that got him to where he is today,
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Rob's why to Backwoods BJJ Retreats
Rob's journey through Jiu Jitsu and his reasons to why he started the Backwoods BJJ Retreats!!
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Episode 18
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Chris's Journey: From Wrestling to a Love Affair with Jiu-Jitsu
Are you captivated by the meticulous art of Jiu-Jitsu? If so, we've got an episode for you that will knock your socks off. We had the pleasure of sitting down with Chris, a passionate brown belt in Jiu-Jitsu, who generously shared his journey i...
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Alika Foster's Evolution: From Military to Martial Arts Mentor
Ever wished you could peek into the mind of a martial arts expert ? Today, we invite you into the inspiring world of Alika Foster, a Brown belt in Jiu-Jitsu hailing from Tracy, California. Embark on a captivating journey as he shares his experi...
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Bryant Pangelinan: Fusing Jiu-Jitsu and Policing for a Safer Community
Ever wondered how martial arts can enhance the efficiency and safety in law enforcement? That's the thought-provoking question at the heart of our discussion with Bryant Pangelinan, a man whose life has been shaped by wrestling, Jiu-Jitsu, and ...
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Tony Caito's Journey: Retracing His Steps Back to Jiu-Jitsu, Strengthening Resilience, and Fostering Community Growth
Facing life-altering health challenges, Tony Cato, the Head Black Belt at Sensei Studio, embarks on an inspiring journey back to his beloved passion – Jiu-Jitsu. Through his eye-opening experience, he recaptures his physical strength, reforging...
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Grappling with Life and Jiu-Jitsu: Tony's Voyage to the Black Belt
Ever wondered what it takes to earn a black belt in Jiu-Jitsu? Come along on a captivating journey with Tony, a dedicated martial artist who shares the trials and triumphs of his path to mastery. From the intense competition circuit to the less...
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From "Drunk Jitsu" to Black Belt: A Jiu-Jitsu Journey of Endurance and Entrepreneurship
Ever wondered what it’s like to train in the vibrant heart of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu? Pull up a chair and join me, Joey Garcia , as we take you on a rollicking journey from humble beginnings in a garage, fondly known as "drunk jitsu". Joey share t...
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Mastering Jiu-Jitsu for Police Work: An Inside Look
Have you ever wondered how law enforcement officers can handle themselves in close-quarters situations, without the aid of their weapons? Drawing from my personal experiences, this episode exposes the necessity for combat sports training, such ...
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A Wrestling Coach's Take on Training, Combat Sports and Parental Guidance
Buckle up as we embark on a road trip with Buck Watkins, the head high school wrestling coach at Fraser High School. Buck shares the tale of his wrestling camp journeys across the United States over the past five years, a narrative that showcas...
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Kiko's Koffee Krew: Building a Jiu-Jitsu Community
Ever dreamt of rolling with the best in the world of Jiu-Jitsu? This episode, we sit down with Keeko, a black belt in Jiu-Jitsu and a true testament to the power of dedication and perseverance. The journey he started in a garage with his ...
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Bridging Jiu-Jitsu and Policing: Ed's Vision for Law Enforcement
When you hear the name Ed, you may not immediately think of a purple belt martial artist with a deep love for Jiu-Jitsu. But once you hear his story, you'll be captivated by his journey from initial reluctance to passionate advocate for the art...
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The Art of Jiu-Jitsu: Lessons from Professor Josh
Ever wondered what it's like to journey through the world of Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, and wrestling? We will give you an insight into this adventure, starting with my guest, Professor Josh. He's not only an expert in martial arts but also an engaging st...
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Ruben's Path to Jiu-Jitsu Mastery: Stripes, Struggles, and Success
What does it take to be both the hammer and the nail in your Jiu-Jitsu journey? Join us as we welcome Ruben, a passionate white belt Jiu-Jitsu practitioner from Allied MMA in Capitola, who shares his captivating story of how a Joe Rogan podcast...
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Finding Personal Transformation and a New Family through Jiu Jitsu
Imagine a world turned upside down by a pandemic, and then finding solace and a new family in the art of Jiu Jitsu. That's exactly what happened to our guest, Frederico, a talented graphic designer and blue belt in Jiu Jitsu. In this heartwarmi...
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The Old Grappler EP 5- Mark (Elite Team Monterey)
episode 5 Mark shares his story of not only becoming a black belt and owning his own gym. But he shares it in a way from the entrepreneur mindset. Mark shares how he used his finacial aid to start his business, also shares a his thoughts on tea...
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The Old Grappler Episode 4 - Matt Guffey ( Victory High Performance)
The old grappler is a show based around the community of grappling and the stories that come out of it.Todays guest: https://www.flowcode.com/page/victoryhighperformanceyouth wrestling program in LOS BANOS california:www...
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