The Grappling Discourse
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Sacrifice
15 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A podcast on sacrifice.
How are you feeling about your jiu jitsu?
12 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
One of my favorite questions to ask students and training partners. You may be shocked by the answers
A lesson from Marcelo Garcia on Business
08 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Interested in opening a gym one day. This story will enlighten you as it did me on what it takes to run a successful martial arts business.
Post tournament reflections and athlete development
06 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I go into deep detail on my coaching philosophies and process. One of our female blue belts won 800 dollars yesterday and I go through step by step ho...
10 best Grappling matches to make in 2020
03 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
These are without a doubt the 10 matches the grappling world needs to make happen next year.
2020 Goals
02 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I talk about the goals I’ve set for 2020.
Start With One Bullet
31 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Some offensive mindset advice for white and blue belts. Don’t feel bad for having success with one or two moves, keep developing them!
Gordon Ryan Retires???
28 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I answer four questions pertaining to Gordon’s competition retirement. Did he actually retire? Why? What is his legacy and is he the goat?
Matt Gracie
24 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A hilarious story from my early days of grappling.
Daily Habits
23 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The 5 things that I try to do everyday that help me feel better and promote constant growth in my character and physical being.
What is your Jiu Jitsu Animal
20 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
How to discover what animal represents your style. A fun, thought provoking episode that may help you get better at jiu jitsu!
3 levels of Defense
18 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I go over three defensive concepts. The first my mom could apply her first day of class, the last is a rule breaking idea that makes you dangerous fro...
Training with Women
17 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I love training with women, they are some of my most valuable training partners and have provided numerous valuable training experiences. I talk about...
5 Gift Ideas for Grapplers
12 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Struggling to think of a great gift for your favorite grappler? Yourself? Here are my picks for Christmas this year.
Ignorance
10 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A white belt student told me my move doesn’t work!! How do I handle that? How did I handle that? What we can all learn from that situation!
Gordon Ryan vs Bo Nickals Recap
09 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What I thought about the match. Who I think Gordon should face next. Two other exciting matches and who each winner should compete against next!
Dojo Storms
07 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Detailed history of challengers that have come through the doors at Tenth Planet Decatur. From older meat heads, to guys off the street, we’ve had a...
Gordon Ryan vs Bo Nickals preview
05 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Huge matchup between Gordon Ryan and Bo Nickals taking place at Third Coast Grappling Saturday. I Breakdown the rules and what I think Gordon’s mind...
Strength and Conditioning
03 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I detail my strength and conditioning routine. What I like to do, my goals, and advice on how to get started!
BJJ Recap: Ashley Williams stars and Pj Barch is back!!!!
02 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I recap 3 big matches that went down and talk about a couple of up and coming stars.
Dirty Moves
30 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Are you grappling like a jerk? Is one of you training partners being a dick? I give you guys three questions that will answer those questions!
Grappling preview: Luke Rockhold vs. Nick Rodriguez
29 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Polaris 12 features a very interesting matchup of Rockhold vas Rodriguez. It also features the most exciting match of the weekend in Pj Barch vs Marci...
Learning to Survive
26 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Why survival should be the foundation of every martial art. A beautiful lesson from Saulo Riberio about learning to survive at white belt!
Grappling preview: CJJ 185, Garry Tonon, Craig Jones and Meregali
22 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
4 major tournaments. 3 must watch competitors. 1 must watch event!!
Grappling with strikes
21 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I detail my experiences with grappling with strikes, and how training cjj has made me feel more confident and given me a passion for wrestling and pla...
My Coaching Process
19 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I break down the process I like to go through before cornering students at a tournament. There are things I like to do before, during and after the to...
Bjj Recap: Finishers 10 and bjj fanatics
18 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Detailed recap of two major tournaments from this past weekend. And what I’d like to see if a competitor egregiously breaks the rules! Tenth planet ...
BJj Fanatics Sub Only Grand Prix and Finishers 10 preview
14 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I preview two major tournaments coming up this weekend. Both are EBI sub only and in my opinion are a must watch! Look for Grace Gundrum to be the sta...
Questions, the importance of diving deep
13 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Why constantly asking questions is important and how trying to answer them deeply will push your jiu jitsu to the next level.
Bjj Recap and the future of Professional Grappling
11 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon and I talk about Fight 2 win 131 and the future of bjj promotions. How to make professional jiu jitsu bigger and better!
Holiday challenge
08 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I give you guys three challenge options that I use to get better during the holiday season!
The Grappling Preview- F2W 131
08 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Brandon Mccaghren and my self talk about tomorrow nights main event , Tye Ruotolo vs Vagner Rocha, and take questions from YouTube. Brandon exposes ho...
Training with people who are trying to hurt you
06 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I talk about how to handle training with the three types of training partners that your most likely to get hurt training with.
The Differences Between Flow Rolling and Slow Rolling
01 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most misunderstand ideas in jiu jitsu. Learn how to take your training to the next level with these two ideas.
Rough and tumble fighting, Abraham Lincoln the wrestler
31 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I look at the savage fighting style of rough and tumble as well as some of the documented accounts of our greatest wrestling president, Abraham Lincol...
5 minutes
28 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I talk about the strategy I used to finally start consistently practicing yoga after years and years of starting and stopping. Use this strategy on an...
Lessons from my first competition
25 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I talk about my first competition and what I learned from it. A must listen for white belt and blue belts thinking about competing!
Quentin Rosenzweig
24 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I talk with Quentin Rosenzweig, one of the top bjj competitors in the world. We discuss competition, leg locks, mind sets, philosophy, fear and much m...
Quitting
21 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I talk about quitting and the 7 reasons usually behind that thought.
The Blue Belt
19 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Earning a blue belt is one of the hardest and most rewarding things a person can do. I give a list of things I’m looking for when evaluating when a ...
The Power of 3
16 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Training philosophies to help you get better faster, feel more confident while keeping you motivated to train.
King of the Mat Grappling and FTW 128 preview
16 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I break down Saturdays pro bjj events!
My Leadership Revelation
15 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I talk about a couple of leadership revelations I’ve had this year.
The Ten must watch NoGi matches of all time
14 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I give my list of the ten most exciting no gi matches of all time. These are my favorite matches to watch and study, All are a must watch!
Difference between Coaches and Instructors
12 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I break down what I think makes a good coach and a good instructor. A must listen for anyone interested in teaching or coaching!
My Top ten P4P no gi Competitors
11 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I break down my criteria for choosing the top ten current pound for pound best no gi practicioners!
Elbow and collar wrestling, George Washington and the Flying Mare
10 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A brief look into a style of grappling that was popular in early America.
5 Tips for beginner grapplers
10 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
I give 5 training/mindset tips that aim to keep you healthy and happy while you get the most out of your training.