Jean Jacques Machado : No Gi Required

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.

In this episode we have a powerful and inspiring conversation about Jiu-Jitsu and family with the legendary Carlos Machado.

In this episode we talk with another member of the Machado family, Jean Jacques nephew Gerrison Machado. The youngest son of Carlos and Lindsay Machado, Gerrison is an actor, martial artist and film maker, and he is only 15! An amazing conversation with an amazing young man!

In this episode we talk with one of Jean Jacques most senior black belts as well as one of the head instructors at the JJM Academy, Mark Armstrong. A great conversation about Jiu-Jitsu, life and everything in between.

In this episode we have a great discussion with long time JJM Black Belt and Oklahoma native Christian Derr. A great conversation about persistence, determination and the transformative power of Jiu-Jitsu.

In this episode we take the podcast on the road and have an insightful and inspiring conversation with legendary American playwright, screenwriter, author, film director and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black belt David Mamet. Some of the topics covered are his thoughts on how to create opportunity, the teaching and mentoring process and how Jiu-Jitsu has been beneficial to his life.

In this episode we have a wonderful conversation with veteran actor Jason Patric. He shares great insight into his distinguished movie career as well as rarely heard stories of his time spent helping Jean Jacques prepare for the ADCC Submission Wrestling World Championships.

In this episode we have a wonderful and uplifting conversation with BJJ practitioner and LEO Ed Soares and his incredible K9 partner Duke. This is an amazing story of transformation and love. Get your tissues ready.

In this episode we have a fun talk about life growing up as a Machado brother with Roger Machado. Great insight as well as a wonderful trip down memory lane.

In this episode we the take the podcast on the road and have a powerful discussion with martial arts royalty and living legend Dan Inosanto. We dig deep into the history of his amazing journey and learn about what drives his limitless desire and passion for training, learning and teaching.