Alberto Crane Show

In this episode, I sit down with Bryan Greggerson—not only a holder of multiple master’s degrees, but also an exceptional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and an even better teacher. It’s been an honor to call him a friend, professor, and business partner at Legacy Pasadena.Enjoy the conversation.Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your neighborhood Paradise” AcaiJungleCafe.com

Sat down with Coach Josh to talk about his path—from early days on the wrestling mat to finding his passion in Jiu-Jitsu. It’s been amazing to watch his growth on and off the mat—and now he’s giving back to both our kids and adults through his coaching.Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your neighborhood Paradise” AcaiJungleCafe.com

Had an awesome time sitting down with Willian Antonyan—Black Belt, Jiu-Jitsu instructor, and an important member at Legacy Glendale and our Legacy Team. Always a blast getting to know the stories behind the warriors on our team and bringing those conversations to you. You’re gonna love this one—enjoy!Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your neighborhood Paradise” AcaiJungleCafe.com

It was a pleasure to sit down with Coach Destinee Laney from Legacy!With a background in gymnastics and athletics, Destinee brings a unique energy and perspective to the mats. In this conversation, we dive into her journey, what drew her to Jiu-Jitsu, and why she’s so passionate about teaching — especially working with kids.Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your neighborhood Paradise” AcaiJungleCafe.com

In today’s episode, we welcome Arman Fathi, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and doctor of chiropractic. Known for his journey with 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu, Redzovic Jiu-Jitsu in Chicago and Gracie University. Arman shares his experience on the mats, his perspective of No-Gi and Gi Jiu-Jitsu, and how his chiropractic background enhances his work as both an athlete and instructor.Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your neighborhood Paradise” AcaiJungleCafe.com

It’s been a pleasure getting to know Paul Gamez. One of the first students at Legacy Pasadena, he’s now a conpetitor, coach, a leader in our community, and a passionate strength and conditioning expert. In this episode, we talk about growth, discipline, and the journey!Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your neighborhood Paradise” AcaiJungleCafe.com

Marcus Kowal is a Swedish-born martial artist, author, and activist with a multifaceted career spanning military service, professional fighting, entrepreneurship, and advocacy. He served in the Swedish Special Forces as an Army Ranger before transitioning to a distinguished career in martial arts. Kowal competed at elite levels across multiple disciplines, including MMA with Strikeforce, kickboxing with K-1, and boxing in the Golden Gloves tournament. He holds black belts in both kickboxing and Krav Maga. Beyond his athletic pursuits, Marcus is an accomplished entrepreneur and author. He founded Systems Training Center, a chain of martial arts and fitness facilities in Los Angeles. In his memoir, Life Is A Moment, Kowal candidly recounts the profound grief of losing his 15-month-old son, Liam, to a drunk driving incident in 2016. This tragedy led Marcus and his wife, Mishel, to establish Liam’s Life Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of impaired driving and advocating for stricter DUI laws. Through his diverse endeavors, Marcus Kowal exemplifies resilience and dedication, channeling personal loss into a mission to effect meaningful change.Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your neighborhood Paradise” AcaiJungleCafe.com

I always enjoy sitting down with Konstantine. A former monk who joined a temple as a teenager. He is now a dedicated yoga teacher, Jiu-Jitsu instructor, and one of the most thoughtful humans I know. In this episode, we talk about discipline, spirituality, martial arts, and what it means to live a life of purpose.Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your neighborhood Paradise” AcaiJungleCafe.com

In this episode, I sit down with Damon Walker Legacy Jiu-Jitsu coach, competitor, and all-around good soul. We talk about his journey from moving to L.A. for college to discovering Jiu-Jitsu after a year of high school wrestling. He shares how the art has shaped his life, on and off the mats. It was an honor to hear his story can’t wait for you to hear it too.Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your neighborhood Paradise” AcaiJungleCafe.com

Today we’re joined by 13-year-old figure skater Genesis Lira. She’s been on the ice since she was just 3 years old, and her passion for the sport is undeniable. With her eyes set on Worlds and one day the Olympics Genesis shares a little of her training routine, what she loves about competing, and the journey she’s been on so far.Sponsored by TACFIT.com “The World’s Smartest Workout” Açai Jungle Cafe “Your neighborhood Paradise” AcaiJungleCafe.com