Jean Jacques Machado : No Gi Required

After a nearly two year hiatus Jean Jacques and Jay return for a brand new season of No Gi Required. In this episode we recap the events of the past year and a half as well as what's in store for season 5. Thank you for all the messages in support of our podcast, we are happy to be back!

In this episode we learn about the incredible story of AG Gregoroff and the inspiration behind his creation - Toehold® Dope Flip Flops.

In this episode we have a great conversation about Martial Arts, discipline, business and life with renowned MMA trainer and 10th Planet Black Belt Casey Halstead.

Our season 4 premiere starts off with a bang! A wonderful discussion with brothers Richie & Geo Martinez. From their early days as break dancers to their rise as some of the top Black Belts in the 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu system under Eddie Bravo, the underlying theme of this discussion is the value of family.

In this episode we have a powerful and inspiring conversation with longtime JJ Machado student, attorney, entrepreneur and cancer survivor Jonathan Shechter.

In this episode we change things up and have Jean Jacques respond to questions that were posted on our YouTube Channel. Thank you everyone for your submissions and while we were unable to address all of them in this segment, rest assured we will in the next one. On behalf of Jean Jacques and the entire No Gi Required Team, we want to wish you and yours a very Happy Holiday and prosperous New Year!!

In this episode we have a great conversation with one of the first American Black Belts in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Chris Haueter. Great insight into the early days of Jiu-Jitsu in America.

In this episode we have the distinct honor to share the mat with the legendary Rickson Gracie. This is a fascinating interview that delves deep into the mindset and philosophy of one of Jiu-Jitsu's greatest champions.

In this episode we have a powerful conversation with distinguished U.S. military veterans Joey Bozik and Joe McDowell. Some of the topics include the personal stories of their military service, the benefits of Jiu-Jitsu training for combat veterans as well as the amazing work being done by the We Defy Foundation.

In this episode we have a powerful conversation with noted author Peter Maguire. Author of the best selling book "Breathe : A Life in Flow" the biography of Rickson Gracie, Peter has a diverse and fascinating background as a historian and former war-crimes investigator.