What's up, folks? This week on the podcast, I sit down with young entrepreneur, teammate and BJJ Blue Belt at Crazy 88 MMA, Shawn Gray. We take a deep dive into his jiu-jitsu journey. Shawn opens up about how he first got into jiu-jitsu and what drew him to train at Crazy 88 MMA.

We break down the differences between gi and no-gi, exploring how each style shapes a fighter’s strategy and mindset. Shawn also shares an insightful analogy, comparing jiu-jitsu to a dance — emphasizing the importance of finding a good training partner who can match your rhythm.

We then shift gears to talk about the UFC and why being a good trash talker can be just as valuable as being a good fighter. Shawn reflects on how BJJ has boosted his confidence both on and off the mats, and we wrap up the episode with a fun round of five rapid-fire questions. 

Head over to @shawnuth_thegreat on Instagram to keep up with Shawn. Also show some love to @k.ands.enterprise and @wear1able1art.

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