#163 The Side Body Triangle?
23 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I ask Jake about one of his exclusive videos he shared in the Outlier Database. He ...
#162: Jake O'Driscoll: Helping Pro Competitors, Guard Styles, the Mental Game, Studying Match Footage, and Goal Setting for Jiu Jitsu
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we had Jake O'Driscoll on the show! We dive into several topics around guard r...
#161 Attila Bohlmann: Reflecting on 12 Matches in a Day, Comp Prep, and Journaling to Improve
09 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I have a chat with my friend Attila, who I connected with about Sherpa. He recently ...
#160 Solo Episode: Three Things I Changed My Mind About on the Way to Blue Belt
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Three years, two months, and 369 training sessions later, I got promoted to blue belt by Andris Brun...
#159 Ideas for Attacking from Seated Guard
02 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week I ask Jake what he's been working on for seated guard. We talk about handfighting, ci...
#158 Outside Guards: K Guard, DLR, and Entering Legs
26 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we review Lucas Kanard's recent instructional on attacking outside and finishi...
#157 Wrestling Up, Open Guard, Handfighting from Guard
19 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we jump around talking about open guard, wrestling up, and handfighting from guard. ...
#156 Dima Murovanni and PJ Barch: CJI 2, Future of Jiu Jitsu, Dima's Next Move, PJ's Early Days with the Gym, CLA, and More
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jake and I sit down to talk with Dima and PJ. We talk about the era of jiu jitsu we...
#155 Jake's Week in San Diego: PJ Barch's Gym, Dima and Owen's Seminar, Private with Andy Murasaki, and More
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we recap Jake's week in San Diego! We packed in quite a bit of training and had...
#154 Wrestling from Overhook / Underhook
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about standing overhook/underhook position and the battles that take place ...
#153 Cody Christensen: Perspective Change after Black Belt, Opening a Gym, Building Culture, and CLA
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk with Cody Christensen, black belt, and new gym owner. We talk about opening ...
#152 CJI Recap, Jozef Chen Seminar, and Josh's Blue Belt
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we recap takeaways and highlights from CJI, Josh's takeaways from Jozef Chen&ap...
#151 Solo Episode: Meta Analysis on Self Talk Interventions for Athletes
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk about an interesting study on the power of self talk and how athletes can us...
#150 Josh Wins Gold at Local Comp
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we break down what went well and what needs improvement from the two matches Josh ha...
#149: Prepping for Josh's 6th Competition
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about prep for Josh's 6th competition! Hope you enjoy. Download Sherpa,...
#148 Greg Souders: Deep Dive on Guard, Front Headlock, Turtle and More
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode have Greg Souders back on the show! We cover inside vs outside guards, seated vs bel...
#147 Finishing Leg Locks
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about finishing heel hooks and ankle locks. Here's the Rob Cole leg lo...
#146 Check In: Jake's Takeaways from AIGA and Updates on Sherpa and Outlier Database
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we jump around a bit and catch up on all things AIGA with Jake's biggest takea...
#145 How Should I Play Half Guard Bottom?
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Josh asks Jake about the major battles going on in half guard for the bottom player....
#144 How Do I Attack Triangles and Armbars from the Back?
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Josh asks Jake about the setup, strategy, and battles when attacking the back. Hope...
#143 Dr. Andy Moon from Back on the Mat PT: Reflections on 1 Year of Physical Therapy, Healing Chronic Back Pain, Tendonitis, and More
20 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Josh reflects with Dr. Andy Moon from @backonthematpt on the last year of working t...
#142 What Are the Major Threats from Leg Entanglements?
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we explore leg entanglements and discuss the major factors including straight leg vs...
#141 Jared Wade: Competition Mindset & Prep, Training Smart, and Self Reflection
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jared Wade (@jaredwadebjj) is currently ranked Top 3 Purple Belts in the world, trains at Atos in Sa...
#140 Mark Trowbridge: Designing Beginner's Program, Jiu Jitsu as a Stress Management Tool, Coaching, and More
29 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I chat with Mark Trowbridge, owner of Clarity Jiu Jitsu. We talk about how jiu jitsu...
#139 PJ Barch: Influences on Grappling, Self Directed Training, Competition and Coaching
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jake and I get to hear PJ Barch dive into his biggest grappling influences, pivotal...
#138: Carl Mintern aka SelfSufficientHub: Moderating r/BJJ, Tips for Starting Jiu Jitsu, Teaching, Eco, and More
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I chat with Carl Mintern, or better known as SelfSufficientHub on Reddit! He shares ...
#137 Josh's 6th Competition, Greg Souders at 10p Southbay, and Outlier Database Coaching Platform
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we go over highs, lows, and lessons from Josh's recent jiu jitsu ...
#136 Pat Campagnola: CLA, Hosting the Eco Camp, Owning a Gym while Working Full Time
01 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I chat with Pat Campagnola, owner of 10th Planet Springfield, MA. Pat hosted the Ec...
#135 Real vs Feel and Thoughts on Competing
25 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Jake and I talk about the idea of what's real vs what we feel, the difference b...
#134: Alex Ayliffe: Staytech.jj, Grey Area Skills and Designing Games Around Concepts
18 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alex Ayliffe (@staytech.jj) shares his insights into "grey area skills" in jiu jitsu and h...
#133 Aaron Parham: Designing CLA Games, Moderating r/bjj, Starting Eco Discord, and the Eco Camp
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talked to Aaron Parham, the creator of Ecological Dynamics for Submission Grappli...
#132 Check In: Jiu Jitsu Lessons from Josh Waitzkin, WNO, and App Updates
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we dive into the Josh Waitzkin and Andrew Huberman podcast episode and relate a lot ...
#131 Eco Camp Debrief: Andris Brunovskis, Jake Luigi, Michael Marrewa, and Josh Lu
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we debrief our big highlights and main takeaways from the eco camp! Hope you enjoy. ...
#130 Check In: Eco Camp, Front Headlock, Leg Entanglements, Berimbolos, and Other Ideas
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we cover a bunch of topics! We start with some high level thoughts on the eco camp, ...
#129 Check In: Camping While Passing, Sapateiro, Princeton BJJ, Database, and Sherpa Updates
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about camping while passing, Jake's takeaways from Sapateiro, Josh&apos...
#128 What Are the Paths of Attack from Front Headlock?
06 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about the various paths of attack from front headlock. Hope you enjoy this n...
#127 Stan Pogrebinsky: Introduction to Our Bodies Systems, Subsystems, and Imbalances from Jiu Jitsu
30 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I have Stan Pogrebinsky back on the show! We dive deep into the idea of our bodies&...
#126 How Do I Defend Turtle, Back, Rear Body Lock?
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about defending chest-to-back connection by looking at Turtle, Back, and Rea...
#125 How Do You Handfight While Passing?
16 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about hand fighting as the top player while passing. Here are a few links t...
#124 Entering the Legs from Guard?
09 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I ask Jake about how to enter the legs from guard. Hope you enjoy!Download Sherpa, ...
#123 Darin Conner DeAngelis: Winning World Titles, Mindset, Mindfulness, and Coaching
02 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I speak with Darin Conner DeAngelis, he's got an incredible story about rising...
#122 Check In: Non Committal K Guard, Back Control, Mindset, Database, Sherpa and More
23 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about a bunch of random topics, we start with Database and Sherpa updates, g...
#121 Rob Cole: How to Use ECO / CLA, Misconceptions, Games, and Framework
16 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I chat with Rob Cole! We deep dive into ecological dynamics, the four principles of...
#120 Oscar Lopez: Coaching Freshman Wrestling and How Jiu Jitsu Players Can Benefit From Wrestling
08 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I chat wtih Osar Lopez, the Head Freshman Wrestling Coach at San Marcos High and Co...
#119 How to Play Closed Guard in No Gi?
02 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about closed guard in no gi. Transitions to K guard, balancing upper body at...
#118 Nick Angeloni: Coaching, Gym Culture, and Explorations with Eco
26 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk to Nick Angeloni, black belt, and owner of Prism Jiu Jitsu in Escondido, San...
#117 Andris Brunovskis: Competing, Coaching at Legion, and Journey with Ecological Dynamics
19 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Andris Brunovskis from Legion! We talk about his journey as a competit...
#116 K Guard for Beginners?
12 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about my recent injury, K Guard, and guard/passing in general. Here's ...
#115 Check In: New Years Goals for Jiu Jitsu, Outlier, Sherpa, and Life
05 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about goals for our jiu jitsu development, study, our apps, and life in gen...
#114 Check In: Jake Training in Japan, Josh's 5th Competition, and App Updates
22 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we catch up on Jake's recent trip to Japan and his training session there, my r...
#113 Josh's Coaching Call with Joe Hannan
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I have an awesome coaching call with Joe Hannan about an upcoming competition. Orig...
#112 Patrick Robinson: Assessing Your A Game
08 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I discuss game planning for an upcoming competition with Patrick Robinson! This is ...
#111 Priorities for the Guard - Leg Attacks, Wrestling Up, or Sweeping?
01 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about the guard, and how to prioritize sweeping, leg attacks, and wrestling ...
#110 How to Enter and Finish Guillotines?
24 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about the risk of going for a guillotine and ending up on bottom position, w...
#109 How to Effectively Pin Someone?
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about pinning, and the dynamic between control and submission threat. The va...
#108 How to Play Dela Riva in No Gi?
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we dive into dela riva, and how to play dela riva in No Gi Jiu Jitsu. Hope you enjoy...
#107 What's the Front Headlock Dilemma?
03 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the front headlock position and the dilemma between the go behind and ...
#106 Check In: Josh's Visit to Standard Jiu Jitsu
27 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we recap Josh's recent trip to Standard Jiu Jitsu with Greg Souders. Leg entang...
#105 Eco Highlight Reel: Trey Hucks, Kabir Bath, and Greg Souders
20 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we mashed up some of the highlights from our conversations with Trey Hucks, Kabir B...
#104 Check In: Different Attacks from Guard
13 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jake and I talk about my last competition and areas to work on when it comes to att...
#103 Patrick Robinson: Multiple Time Masters Gold Medalist on Practice Design, Competition Prep, Recovery, and Sports Psychology
06 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk with Patrick Robinson who's won mutliple world titles at blue, purple, ...
#102 Solo Episode: Competition Reflections and What I"m Learning About Myself
29 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this solo episode, I reflect on what I’ve learned about myself from my first four competitions ...
#101 Josh Lu on BJJ Meditations Podcast: Competition Mindset Challenges, Learning and Reflecting on the Journey
22 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I get to be a guest on the BJJ Meditations Podcast! Hope you enjoy this week's...
#100 Miha Perhavec & Zach Maslany: Judging CJI the Art and Science
15 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk to Zach Maslany and Miha Perhavec all about CJI and the experience judging ...
#99 Check In: Jiu Jitsu at Burning Man, App Developments, and Levi's Guard/Passing
08 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about Josh doing jiu jitsu at burning man, behind the scenes into Jake'...
#98 Randall Dibble: Wrestling for Beginners
01 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk to Randall Dibble, who was a two time state qualifier in HS wrestling, a wres...
#97 Check In: Highlights and Thoughts on ADCC / CJI
25 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jake and I talk about our thoughts after ADCC / CJI last weekend. We share highligh...
#96 Solo Episode: The Power of Journaling for Sports Performance
18 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a little different! I do a solo episode and share some thoughts I have on the power ...
#95 What Are Your Thoughts on CJI and ADCC Matchups?
11 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I ask Jake about his thoughts on the CJI bracket and the ADCC divisions. He goes ov...
#94 Injuries as a Constraint to Training?
04 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk to Jake about my recent injuries with turf toe and pulling a muscle in my hi...
#93 How to Defend Leg Locks?
28 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss all things leg lock defense, we start the conversation discussing saddle ...
#92 Check In: Tripod Passing, Greg Souders Interview, and Progress on our Apps
21 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jake and I talk about learnings we're finding with tripod passing, helpful gam...
#91 Greg Souders: What is Jiu Jitsu? Invariants and Priorities for Guard, Pins, Submissions, Standing, and Leg Entanglements
14 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk to Greg Souders. We hope you can use this framework to help design practice...
#90 What's the Half Guard Passing Trilemma?
07 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about passing half-guard, clearing the knee shield, and dealing with the bu...
#89 Check In: Thoughts on WNO 24 Gordon Ryan vs Josh Saunders, and Our Recent Injuries
30 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we looked back at the WNO 24 Gordon Ryan vs Josh Saunders and lessons learned from ...
#88 How to Enter the Legs from Guard?
23 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Josh has been wanting to add leg entanglements into his guard to make his guard more dynamic and off...
#87 Josh Beam: Lessons from 250+ Matches, Traveling the World, Dealing with Injuries, and the Constraint Led Approach
16 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Josh Beam. We talk about his story of becoming a nomad and traveling t...
#86 Upgrading from a Seatbelt with No Hooks?
09 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about how to upgrade your back control from when you secure a seatbelt but ...
#85 Dr. Andy Moon from Back On The Mat PT: Common Jiu Jitsu Injuries, How to Treat and Prevent Them, Tendonitis, Arthritis, and More
02 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk to Andy Moon from BackOnTheMatPT! We discuss the most common injuries he se...
#84 Check In: Thoughts on CJI, Leg Lock Defense, Half Guard, Body Lock, Guard Passing Styles and More
26 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we catch up on what Jake's been working on lately, thoughts on Craig Jones Inv...
#83 Matt Halpern: Drummer with Periphery, Jiu Jitsu While Traveling, Mental Health, and More
19 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk to Matt Halpern! He's the drummer in Periphery, co-founder of getgoodd...
#82 Check In: Josh's 3rd Competition, Jake's Rib Injury, Redesigning the Outlier Database, Josh's Journal App, and More
12 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we catch up on all things. We recap Josh's 3rd competition, Jake's progre...
#81 How Fast Can You Learn a New Skill?
05 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we explore the idea of how fast you can learn a new skill. We talk about skills that...
#80 Trey Hucks: Slime Mold Grappling Club, How to Start with the Ecological Approach
28 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Trey from Slime Mold Grappling Club. What makes Trey so unique is he i...
#79 Josh Lu on BJJ Meditations Podcast: Mindfulness, Mindset Challenges, Journaling, and Reflection
21 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Josh Lu is on the other side of the interview with Joe Hannan from BJJ Meditations!...
#78 Recap of Josh's 2nd Competition, Lessons Learned, and Brainstorming New Games to Focus On
14 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we break down the four matches Josh had in his second-ever competition. We go over ...
#77 Check In: Pre Competition Week, Deep Dive into the Back, Games for the Back, and More
07 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about the week leading up to Josh's competition, the tiny bit of weigh...
#76 Michael Marrewa: Reviewing Ecological Dynamics Jiu Jitsu Camp, Eco, Constraint Led Approach, and More
31 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talked to our buddy Michael Marrewa. Mike is one of Josh's main training pa...
#75 Check In: UFC Fight Pass Invitational 6, Favorite Lessons from Guests, and Preview of Josh's Journal App
24 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about the recent UFC Fight Pass Invitational 6, IBJJF rulesets, reflections...
#74 How Should I Prep for my Second Competition?
17 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about Josh's prep for his second competition. We simplified prep work ...
#73 Kabir Bath: How to Design Games to Improve Faster, Constraint Led Approach, and Joysticking
10 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk to Kabir Bath. Kabir is a black belt under Rafael Lovato Jr, Founder of Kab...
#72 How Do I Learn the Kimura?
03 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about the Kimura. Following up on the episode about what submission Josh sh...
#71 Joe Hannan: Learning from Josh Waitzkin, Finding Meaning, BJJ Labs, Mindfulness, and More
25 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk to Joe Hannan! Joe is a black belt, partner at Princeton BJJ, and works in ...
#70 What Submission Should I Learn Next?
18 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about what submission Josh should learn next. The only one he's focuse...
#69 Miles Lukas: Breathwork for Jiu Jitsu and Competition Nerves, Ice Baths, and More
11 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with Miles Lukas! Black Belt under Dave Camarillo, Certified Wim Hof Instru...
#68 Check In: Learning the Ecological Approach, Jiu Jitsu Labs, Garage Training, and More Nerdiness
04 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we catch up on all things ecological approach, and constraint-based learning. We ri...
#67 Stan Pogrebinsky: Common Jiu Jitsu Pains, Injuries, Imbalances and How to Treat and Prevent Them
28 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we Have Stan Pogrebinsky on. He's a certified Physical Trainer, Massage Therap...
#66 How Do You Wrestle Up from Guard?
21 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about wrestling up. We go over a general overview of what wrestling up is, ...
#65 How Do You Maintain the Back and Get the Rear Naked Choke?
14 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we revisit the back! We talk about Jake's motivation behind revisiting the bac...
#64 When and How Do You Invert?
07 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about inversions. Is this movement necessary to learn? When are inversions ...