Dave Greten is a 4-stripe BJJ blue belt, one of the most beloved training partners at our local academy. Dave's life was changed forever when his brother passed away due to suicide. Despite such a difficult loss, Dave has managed to carry himself with grace and strength. He has chosen to use his experience to help others and often speaks openly about the tragedy in order to help those in similar situations. Today, Dave is sharing his story and bringing attention to the issue of suicide.Thanks...
In this episode we talk about a guy who refuses to roll with women, not getting along with your professor, and more!Thanks for listening to My White Belt!Order your My White Belt Shirts here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/shopDonate to support our work here: https://cash.app/$JimTrick or Venmo @Jim-Trick (0423 if they ask) Join our free, My White Belt Wednesday, newsletter here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/Follow us on Instagram @mywhitebeltSupport My White Belt when you shop ORIGIN x JOCKO FU...
“If It was easy, everyone would do it.” That is how Tyler King feels about his chosen career path in high-level competitive sports. From Northern Massachusetts, King has spent years making a name for himself in football, MMA, and Jiu-Jitsu.Tyler initially followed in his dad’s footsteps when he began a career in the NFL at age 23 as a defensive end and linebacker. A graduate of the University of Connecticut, his football career years included playing with the Yukon Huskies and the Arizona Car...
In this week's episode, we talk about frustration, whether or not you're ready for the advanced class, and how to know if people hate drilling with you. Thanks for listening to My White Belt!Order your My White Belt Shirts here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/shopDonate to support our work here: https://cash.app/$JimTrick or Venmo @Jim-Trick (0423 if they ask) Join our free, My White Belt Wednesday, newsletter here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/Follow us on Instagram @mywhitebeltSupport My ...
In this exciting episode, we talk about the term 'cry baby'. We also talk about how much training BJJ costs and more!Thanks for listening to My White Belt!Order your My White Belt Shirts here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/shopDonate to support our work here: https://cash.app/$JimTrick or Venmo @Jim-Trick (0423 if they ask) Join our free, My White Belt Wednesday, newsletter here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/Follow us on Instagram @mywhitebeltSupport My White Belt when you shop ORIGIN x J...
BJJ Brown Belt and Come Home Safe founder Kurt Vied, has deep knowledge and experience in keeping people safe from his 18 years with the United States Navy as a corpsman and Navy Intelligence Officer and over 21 years as a Massachusetts State Trooper.As a Naval Intelligence Officer, Kurt provided analytical and operational support to U.S. Naval Special Warfare units both in-country and those preparing to deploy to Iraq and Afghanistan. Later, he was the lead interrogator for a Special O...
Liam is a family man, a business owner, and a pillar in his community. He also happens to be a 2nd degree BJJ black belt and the reason I started training. Thanks for listening to My White Belt!Order your My White Belt Shirts here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/shopDonate to support our work here: https://cash.app/$JimTrick or Venmo @Jim-Trick (0423 if they ask) Join our free, My White Belt Wednesday, newsletter here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/Follow us on Instagram @mywhitebeltS...
In this episode we talk about gassing out, tapping out, and knowing when it's time to move on.Thanks for listening to My White Belt!Order your My White Belt Shirts here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/shopDonate to support our work here: https://cash.app/$JimTrick or Venmo @Jim-Trick (0423 if they ask) Join our free, My White Belt Wednesday, newsletter here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/Follow us on Instagram @mywhitebeltSupport My White Belt when you shop ORIGIN x JOCKO FUEL by using discount c...
In this episode I talk about the time I was feeling discouraged and John Danaher appeared to me in a seafood restaurant. Yes, I'm serious.Thanks for listening to My White Belt!Order your My White Belt Shirts here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/shopDonate to support our work here: https://cash.app/$JimTrick or Venmo @Jim-Trick (0423 if they ask) Join our free, My White Belt Wednesday, newsletter here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/Follow us on Instagram @mywhitebeltSupport My White Belt when...
In this episode, we talk about who can do BJJ, what it means to be a beginner, and why some people roll great when training but not in competition. Thanks for listening to My White Belt!Order your My White Belt Shirts here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/shopDonate to support our work here: https://cash.app/$JimTrick or Venmo @Jim-Trick (0423 if they ask) Join our free, My White Belt Wednesday, newsletter here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/Follow us on Instagram @mywhitebeltSupport My White...
In this episode, we talk about getting crushed by your professor and fighting from the bottom as a big dude. Thanks for listening to My White Belt!Order your My White Belt Shirts here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/shopDonate to support our work here: https://cash.app/$JimTrick or Venmo @Jim-Trick (0423 if they ask) Join our free, My White Belt Wednesday, newsletter here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/Follow us on Instagram @mywhitebeltSupport My White Belt when you shop ORIGIN x JOCKO FUE...
Welcome to a re-broadcast of an interview I gave years ago on my friend's show, The Art of Growth.Thanks for listening to My White Belt!Order your My White Belt Shirts here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/shopDonate to support our work here: https://cash.app/$JimTrick or Venmo @Jim-Trick (0423 if they ask) Join our free, My White Belt Wednesday, newsletter here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/Follow us on Instagram @mywhitebeltSupport My White Belt when you shop ORIGIN x JOCKO FUEL by using discou...
Professor Chris Haueter is a 6th-degree Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt under Rigan Machado, a grade achieved on December 1996 making Haueter a member of the “BJJ Dirty Dozen“, the first 12 practitioners outside Brazil to achieve the rank of black belt in this martial art. Haueter is also a former US Marine and founder of the Combat Base Jiu Jitsu school, being known among the grappling community for his pioneering teaching style and conceptual coaching ability. (Bio from https://www.bjjheroes...
Kenny Florian, is an elite BJJ black belt, mixed martial artist and commentator who formerly competed in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He formerly served as an analyst for UFC on Fox from 2011–2018, and he also worked as a color commentator on the robot combat television series BattleBots and color commentator for UFC Fight Night. He is currently signed to the Professional Fighters League (PFL) as a commentator.He is known for his cerebral approach to the sport based on his ...
In this episode, we talk about claustrophobia, whether or not you should wash your belt and why your ego is killing your ability to train.Thanks for listening to My White Belt!Order your My White Belt Shirts here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/shopDonate to support our work here: https://cash.app/$JimTrick or Venmo @Jim-Trick (0423 if they ask) Join our free, My White Belt Wednesday, newsletter here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/Follow us on Instagram @mywhitebeltSupport My White Belt whe...
In this episode, I talk about cleaning mats, thoughts on live rolling and why sometime stripe hunting makes sense.Thanks for listening!Thanks for listening to My White Belt!Order your My White Belt Shirts here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/shopDonate to support our work here: https://cash.app/$JimTrick or Venmo @Jim-Trick (0423 if they ask) Join our free, My White Belt Wednesday, newsletter here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/Follow us on Instagram @mywhitebeltSupport My White Belt when you sho...
Professor Alvarez is the first blind, Hispanic BJJ black belt. His story is incredible and is sure to inspire.Follow him at @carlosalvarezbjjThanks for listening to My White Belt!Order your My White Belt Shirts here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/shopDonate to support our work here: https://cash.app/$JimTrick or Venmo @Jim-Trick (0423 if they ask) Join our free, My White Belt Wednesday, newsletter here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/Follow us on Instagram @mywhitebeltSupport My White Belt ...
In this episode, I talk about getting punched in the face, No Gi for old guys, and a bunch of other fascinating topics!Thanks for listening to My White Belt!Order your My White Belt Shirts here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/shopDonate to support our work here: https://cash.app/$JimTrick or Venmo @Jim-Trick (0423 if they ask) Join our free, My White Belt Wednesday, newsletter here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/Follow us on Instagram @mywhitebeltSupport My White Belt when you shop ORIGIN x JOCKO...
Professor Kenny Kim is a well-known BJJ Black Belt, author, content creator, and host of the BJJ reality series Mat Made. In this in-depth conversation, Professor Kim covers everything from his struggles as a kid to his thoughts on teaching leg locks to white belts.Check him out at https://kennykimbjj.com/And https://matmade.com/Support My White Belt: Four Strip Friday is the new My White Belt newsletter! Sign up here: https://www.mywhitebelt.com/When you order Origin Gis, jeans, ...
In this episode, I whine about having the flu, while I answer questions about being the smallest person in an academy, book recommendations and the power of Jiu-Jitsu seminars!The Lion Tracker's Guide to Life:https://www.amazon.com/Lion-Trackers-Guide-Life/dp/B08Y2VZ57V/ref=sr_1_1?crid=10N7XAOPIQG4D&keywords=the+lion+trackers+guide+to+life&qid=1663885910&sprefix=the+lion+tracker%2Caps%2C91&sr=8-1 Worth Defending:https://www.amazon.com/Worth-Defending-Gracie-Jiu-Jitsu-Saved/dp/...
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bro sounds liberal as f. nothing too offensive. bland personality less podcast. christ.