Trt is one of the hottest topics in Jiu Jitsu.

Today I (@thejoshckinney) take a deep dive into listener opinions on TRT. Some people call it cheating, some people call it necessary, and other's call it gender affirming care.

Join me as I get cancelled by a bunch of high testosterone mad men.

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In this raw and hilarious conversation, Josh sits down with Less Impressed More Involved (Jake Luigi) to talk about the real world of BJJ content creation — the burnout, the loneliness, the tech, the business, the passion, and why creators keep doing it anyway. From the Outlier Database to the creative grind, this is one of the most honest Jiu-Jitsu conversations you’ll hear all year.

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This Thanksgiving, I’m giving thanks to the real heroes of jiu-jitsu: the ball-kneeing white belt, the conspiracy blue belt, the ref-blaming victim, and that mysterious hair in my mouth. 

If you’ve ever trained Jiu Jitsu and thought, “Am I the only one suffering?”—this episode is your emotional support roll. Plus, finger tape, gi drawstrings, and that one dude who’s definitely high.

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What if one rule could change your Jiu-Jitsu forever?In this episode, Josh breaks down Performance Days — the once-a-week training hack that forces you to focus, show up sharp, and actually test your skills under pressure. No extra conditioning, no complicated drills… just one intentional day designed to make you suck less fast.If you’ve been feeling stuck, plateaued, or inconsistent, this rule will change everything.

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Want to actually win your next tournament? This episode gives you the exact blueprint.
I’m breaking down the 10 most reliable ways to compete better, feel calmer, and show up like the best version of yourself on competition day. No fluff. No clichés. Just the training systems, mindset shifts, and strategy upgrades that make the biggest difference fast.

If you’re tired of losing close matches or melting under pressure… this is the episode that changes that.

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This is the episode nobody else had the guts to make.

Have you ever wondered, "what are the HOTTEST women's BJJ Hot takes?"

You'll never need to wonder again...

We’re talking about everything people whisper about on the mats but never say out loud: 🥋 Women’s-only classes, creepy DMs, mean-girl rolls, male egos, smelly gis, and the teenage boys who somehow turn into killers overnight.

Nothing’s off limits. Nobody’s safe.

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Every Jiu-Jitsu gym has its own ghost stories—broken toes, cursed Darce chokes, phantom white belts that vanish for years, and students who never came back. In this Halloween special, I(@thejoshmckinney) and Bryce(@bryceallen_) share 13 real mat horror stories that’ll make you laugh, cringe, and appreciate how crazy our sport really is.From "Ralphing" and broken bones to haunted open mats and the toe bone that escaped, this episode is proof that Jiu-Jitsu isn’t for the faint of heart.🎙️ What You’ll Learn:The 10-year white belt legend (and why he haunts every gym)How superglue is better than health insuranceWhy weight cuts are scarier with brain damageThe true meaning of “Mat Enforcer”…and the fart heard around the jiu jitsu world

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Everyone hates stalling—until they realize it’s actually strategy. In this episode, I(@thejoshmckinney) breaks down why the best competitors know when to slow the game down, how to use the clock as a weapon, and why “winning is winning” (shoutout Dom Toretto). Learn how to control pace, protect your energy, and make less Jiu-Jitsu happen when it matters most.

🎙️ What You’ll Learn:

• The real definition of strategy in Jiu-Jitsu

• How to manage limited resources (energy, grips, time)

• Why stalling exists in every clock-based sport

• How to practice and defend against stalling

After 17 years I'm Quitting BJJ

If you want to know why, listen to the episode.

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What is required of a black belt? What is required of a blue?Today Josh(@thejoshmckinney) defines every belt and exactly what you should be focused on at every belt.This episode is literally made for everyone white to black belt!

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