In this episode of Black and Blue: A Jiu Jitsu Podcast, we sit down with the one and only Drew Weatherhead, the mastermind behind the wildly popular BJJ meme page BecauseJitsu, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt, author, tournament organizer, and an influential voice in the grappling community.

Drew shares his journey from the mats to creating one of the most recognized meme pages in martial arts, discusses his work as the author of multiple books, and gives insight into running Submission Ace, a premier BJJ tournament in Alberta. We also talk about his role as a coach and mentor, including the story of how he awarded Travis his black belt in BJJ.

From building community through humor, to the grind of training and competing, to the evolution of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Canada and beyond, Drew brings both wisdom and laughs to this wide-ranging conversation.

Whether you’re a fan of BecauseJitsu, a competitor, or a student of the art, this episode is packed with stories, insights, and perspective from one of the most recognizable figures in the BJJ world.