Jiu-Jitsu by the Train Tracks

Aloha, and welcome to the 35th installment of JJBTT.  The guys get together to brag on James for his performance in the 2022 IBJJF Nashville Open.  Each of our hosts also have a son in the studio, which makes for interesting edits and questionable parenting skills.  It's been a while since these two got together to podcast on their own, hope you enjoy!

Welcome back to another outstanding episode of JJBTTT.  Today we have,  Dani Olafson, a professional triathlete and current blue belt with  Profectus Jiu-Jitsu.   

0:00 Intro 0:51 The "Big, Up and Coming Podcast" 1:43 Dani's life growing up in Canada 4:20 Dani the triathlete 10:35 Dani on social media 15:45 Reaction video to James's Battle for the Blue semifinal match 23:40 "Canadian or Not Canadian" game 29:24 Why Dani started Jiu-Jitsu 31:15 Dani's Knee Injuries in BJJ 33:00 Gi or Nogi??? 34:20 How Dani found team Profectus 41:10 Jeff gives James a black eye 45:00 Parting words  

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Profectus Jiu-Jitsu blue belt and professional musician, Spencer Askew, joins the podcast today.  Spencer wears many hats like; author, singer/songwriter, 2020 IBJJF Pan Am Gold Medalist, and podcaster just to name a few.  The three dive deep into Spencer's music career and what led him to jiu-jitsu.  He is recognized as a top 10 blue belt/ultra-heavy competitor in the IBJJF and shares his secret for finding early success in our sport.   

0:00 Intro 2:00 Spencer is a man of many talents 2:43 Life in Music 6:43 Why Spencer left his music career 12:22 Balancing Art and Business 17:36 Starting Jiu-Jitsu 19:55 Competing in Jiu-Jitsu 24:52 Gi versus Nogi? 29:06 Reaction video to the 2021 Profectus Black Belt Promotion Ceremony 37:00 Reaction video of a spazzy white belt 38:47 Paper Football Challenge!!! 44:33 Follow Spencer/Parting Words   Spencer's Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Gy10DV0400 Podcast IG: https://bit.ly/35VJBbF0400 Podcast YouTube: https://bit.ly/3rw8rqR Profectus Black Belt Promotion Video: https://bit.ly/3HB50F4   Website: https://bit.ly/3ALD5y5 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3cPkmp7 Instagram: https://bit.ly/3kn3P10 YouTube: http://bit.ly/2GYHpz5

What's up guys!  We're back with episode 32 of JJBTTT!  In this installment we have Reese Lafever!  Reese is a kid's coach with One Nation Jiu-Jitsu in Smyrna, TN.  He is also a professional nogi grappler and a purple belt in the gi.  At just 19 years old, Reese has accomplished a lot in our sport since starting at an early age.  You can follow his career using his IG link below:

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Season's greetings!  This episode was recorded on Black Friday of 2021 and our special guest is non other than Jeff's business partner, Alex!  Alex was an island boy before settling down in TN where he works in IT and trains as a purple belt in BJJ.  The three amigos play a fun trivia game with squirt guns....as well as indulge in some hot cocoa and baklava provided by Big Al himself.  This was a fun episode.....not a lot of jiu-jitsu talk though LMAO

WE'RE BACK, the world's greatest jiu-jitsu podcast has returned with  Episode Thirty!  In this episode the guys go over the new studio setup  and Jeff's Black Belt promotion!  They go into the importance of  consistency while training and Reggie reviews the latest WNO event where  Gabi Garcia suffered one of the few losses of her career.  There is also a free tie dye "Jiu-Jitsu by the Train Tracks" T-shirt giveaway for  those who comment there favorite moment in this episode!

Welcome back ya'll!  That's right, we said YA'LL!  In this brand  spanking new episode the guys decide to try a new setup for the show.  They review Gianni Grippo's controversial submission at the Emerald City Invitational...and even bring REGGIE back for his take on the event in a new show segment called "What Reggie Thinks"  The episode discusses  submissions in general and what proper submission etiquette may look like for each belt level.

This episode was definitely one to remember!  "MAD MAX" joins the show and he's dressed to impress.  The crew discuss the year 2020; the existence of aliens; the differences between men and women; and much much more!  Be sure to check out Max's small business "Illustrated Prints Co" for great vintage artwork for your home or office.

Sam Ives made a quick impact on the Profectus Jiu-Jitsu team.  Coming  from a background in bodybuilding and power lifting, Sam made great  strides as a BJJ competitor in both white and blue belt divisions.  He  is also the owner of Carothers Farms Fitness in Nolensville, TN; where  he coaches strength training for multiple jiu-jitsu athletes across  middle TN as well as the general public.  The trio discuss everything  from Sam playing Lacrosse in his youth to the wonders of being a new  father.  They also announce the winner of the "Fresh Rolls" T-shirt!

In this fantasy driven episode the guys are giving away our "Fresh Rolls" t-shirt designed by Bard Artwork, IG @alkazaad_   Just comment your favorite podcast moment in YouTube video comments section to enter the drawing!  They also discuss current events in the school including; their IBJJF trip to Memphis back in May and the purple belt promotions for James, Mean Mike, and 2 other students.  Jeff talks about his experiences leading into his blue and purple belt promotions.  Some other topics include James accusing Jeff of crying during the belt promotion ceremony and further discussion about the show's evolution.