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Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org Episode 200. We needed a legend for this one, and we got one. Eighth-degree black belt Pedro Sauer joins Milton and Ben for one of the most unfiltered history lessons we have ever recorded. Pedro is one of the very few black belts Helio Gracie ever awarded, the first coral belt from outside the Gracie family, and a man who spent years getting folded in half by Rickson Gracie every single night. His first day of Jiu Jitsu? Helio put 16 ounce boxing gloves on him, let him swing at his students, and Pedro got smashed so badly he spent half an hour throwing up in the bathroom while Helio and Rickson stood at the door. He signed up that same day. From there, Pedro takes us through the wild days of Rio in the 1970s: the Gracie vs. Luta Livre rivalry, the beach fight between Rickson and Hugo Duarte, the Helio and Carlson Gracie camps, and his first tournament, where he survived six minutes under one of Rolls Gracie's toughest guys. He tells us how Rickson called him at 1 a.m. to bring him to America, about the war in Rickson's garage on his first night in the USA, the Gracie Challenge days in Utah, and the radio station challenge that led to his fight with Mr. Utah. We also get the full coral belt story, including why Pedro refused to wear it and how his first coral belt ended up around Rickson's waist. In this episode: Growing up in Rio, boxing in the 70s, and meeting a teenage Rickson on the street Getting destroyed in his first class and joining anyway Training six hours a day and getting tapped 50 times a day by Rickson Getting his black belt from Helio in 1985 Gracie vs. Luta Livre and the beach fight with Hugo Duarte Moving to America and the first night war in Rickson's garage 16 years in Utah, dojo storms, challenge matches, and the Mr. Utah fight Becoming the first coral belt outside the Gracie family Why he tells everyone to "minimize muscle, maximize technique" How he still trains at 68 with 16 surgeries and 11 screws Racing Rickson up the mountain to Petropolis on two wheels Listener questions, the Drill Down, and the big one: does he wash his belt? Follow Pedro Sauer on Instagram: @pedro_sauer_ Find his membership, seminars, and Brazil camps at pedrosauer.com Thank you to everyone who has listened, watched, shared, and showed up for 200 episodes. Peace, love, Jiu Jitsu!   Thank you to Episode Sponsors:  Black Belt Digital Marketing - Request a FREE Review of your company's online presence today! Academy Safe - Join or Donate now  Wodify - $100 off per month, for life! Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store - Get 15% OFF with code: JJD FightTape.us - Get 10% OFF with code: JJD Scorbot - Set up your next Seminar NOW Hero BJJ Retreats - Get $100 OFF with code: DUMMIES100   Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram and Facebook, or at [email protected] to submit questions for consideration on the show. You can now also find us on TikTok @JiuJitsuDummiesPodcast Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org On this episode of the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, we welcome Victor Diaz, a Jiu Jitsu black belt under Ivan Salaverry and founder of Neo Combat Lab. Ever finish a round and wonder what the hell just happened? Neo Combat Lab gives you a way to watch it back. Wall-mounted cameras capture training sessions so students can access their footage, review their rounds, and share clips with coaches for feedback, without setting up a camera of their own. We talk with Vic about building the system, how it works, and what it offers students, coaches, and academy owners. Could it also serve as an alternative to security cameras inside your academy? From revisiting a position you couldn’t figure out to getting another set of eyes on your training, this episode explores making video review part of your Jiu Jitsu, not just a way to collect highlights. Instagram Handles: @neocombatlab @viconone   Thank you to Episode Sponsors:  Black Belt Digital Marketing - Request a FREE Review of your company's online presence today! Academy Safe - Join or Donate now  Wodify - $100 off per month, for life! Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store - Get 15% OFF with code: JJD FightTape.us - Get 10% OFF with code: JJD Scorbot - Set up your next Seminar NOW Hero BJJ Retreats - Get $100 OFF with code: DUMMIES100   Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram and Facebook, or at [email protected] to submit questions for consideration on the show. You can now also find us on TikTok @JiuJitsuDummiesPodcast Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org This week the Dummies sit down with The Ultimate Fighter Season 16 winner and Jiu Jitsu black belt Colton Smith. He's also an Army Ranger, a combat vet of Iraq and Afghanistan, and the only soldier ever to compete on TUF and fight in the UFC while on active duty. Colton talks about growing up as an Iowa wrestler, enlisting right out of high school, and getting Army approval for TUF just one day before his flight to Vegas. We also get into the infamous fake glove touch: what was going through his head, and whether he'd do it again. Plus: life in the TUF house, the tough fights he faced once he made it to the UFC, teaching combatives to Special Operations soldiers, and how he's still on active duty today while running gyms and businesses. If you've ever wondered what happens when a Ranger gets let loose in the Octagon, this one's for you.   Instagram Handles: @coltonsmithmma @enlistedninefightcompany @enlisted9nation   Thank you to Episode Sponsors:  Black Belt Digital Marketing - Request a FREE Review of your company's online presence today! Academy Safe - Join or Donate now  Wodify - $100 off per month, for life! Flow N Roll - Get 20% OFF with Code: JJD Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store - Get 15% OFF with code: JJD FightTape.us - Get 10% OFF with code: JJD Scorbot - Set up your next Seminar NOW Hero BJJ Retreats - Get $100 OFF with code: DUMMIES100   Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and X or at [email protected] to submit questions for consideration on the show. You can now also find us on TikTok @JiuJitsuDummiesPodcast Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org Milton Campis and Ben Stark break down the latest stories, drama, and ridiculousness from around the BJJ world. This episode covers the arrest of the Giant Slayer, more thoughts on Clarence after finding himself in hot water with Rener Gracie, and our attempt to get Kill Tony tickets. No technique breakdowns and no polished talking points. Just an unfiltered conversation about jiu-jitsu news, internet chaos, and whatever else needed to be said. Irreverent and slightly irresponsible, as always.   Instagram Handles: @mmacoachben @jiujitsudummies   Thank you to Episode Sponsors:  Black Belt Digital Marketing - Request a FREE Review of your company's online presence today! Academy Safe - Join or Donate now  Wodify - $100 off per month, for life! Flow N Roll - Get 20% OFF with Code: JJD Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store - Get 15% OFF with code: JJD FightTape.us - Get 10% OFF with code: JJD Scorbot - Set up your next Seminar NOW Hero BJJ Retreats - Get $100 OFF with code: DUMMIES100   Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and X or at [email protected] to submit questions for consideration on the show. You can now also find us on TikTok @JiuJitsuDummiesPodcast Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org Ben and Milton sit down for a fun, no-filter conversation about what’s happening in Jiu-Jitsu, what people are talking about, and whatever else comes up when they get going. They discuss the video calling out Rener and Gracie Jiu-Jitsu that has been making the rounds, the reaction it sparked, and the bigger conversation around Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and Gracie University. The original video and Rener’s response are included so you can watch both and decide for yourself. They also talk about Jiu-Jitsu for law enforcement, training, grappling, and some of the latest conversations happening on and off the mats. Click here for the F/U Rener Gracie Video   Instagram Handles: @mmacoachben @jiujitsudummies   Thank you to Episode Sponsors:  Black Belt Digital Marketing - Request a FREE Review of your company's online presence today! Academy Safe - Join or Donate now  Wodify - $100 off per month, for life! Flow N Roll - Get 20% OFF with Code: JJD Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store - Get 15% OFF with code: JJD FightTape.us - Get 10% OFF with code: JJD Scorbot - Set up your next Seminar NOW   Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and X or at [email protected] to submit questions for consideration on the show. You can now also find us on TikTok @JiuJitsuDummiesPodcast Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org In this episode of the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, we sit down with Ben Timm, VP of Wodify and owner of Athens Jiu-Jitsu, to unpack Wodify’s Jiu-Jitsu School Owners Benchmark Report and what its findings reveal about owning and operating a successful Jiu-Jitsu academy. Using the report as the foundation for the conversation, Ben shares insights on the student numbers, revenue expectations, retention, systems, and timeline to profitability that prospective and current school owners should understand. Drawing from both his experience running Athens Jiu-Jitsu and his work with Wodify, Ben also talks about his Jiu-Jitsu journey and offers practical perspective for anyone considering opening an academy, or looking to build a stronger, more sustainable school. Get your copy of the Jiu-Jitsu Owners Benchmark Report at wodify.com/jjreport   Instagram Handles: @wodify @athens_jiujitsu @ben__timm   Thank you to Episode Sponsors:  Black Belt Digital Marketing - Request a FREE Review of your company's online presence today! Academy Safe - Join or Donate now  Wodify - $100 off per month, for life! Flow N Roll - Get 20% OFF with Code: JJD Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store - Get 15% OFF with code: JJD FightTape.us - Get 10% OFF with code: JJD   Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and X or at [email protected] to submit questions for consideration on the show. You can now also find us on TikTok @JiuJitsuDummiesPodcast Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org On this episode of the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, we welcome jiu-jitsu legend Rigan Machado, a 9th-degree black belt, along with Larry Shealy, head of Rigan’s Mach5 Union. Rigan shares stories from the early days of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in the United States, the evolution of the art from old-school tradition to today’s modern game, the Machado family’s lasting impact on the BJJ community, and how he is working to create positive change and make jiu-jitsu community better through Mach5 Union. He also discusses training and working with Hollywood stars, including Ashton Kutcher and the late Chadwick Boseman, known worldwide for his role as Black Panther. From jiu-jitsu history and personal stories to training, culture, and a few laughs along the way, this is a must-listen conversation for every grappler. Stay tuned until the end to find out the answer to a very important question: Does Rigan Machado wash his jiu-jitsu belt?   Instagram Handles: @riganmachado @larry_shealy   Thank you to Episode Sponsors:  Black Belt Digital Marketing - Request a FREE Review of your company's online presence today! Academy Safe - Join or Donate now  Wodify - $100 off per month, for life! Flow N Roll - Get 20% OFF with Code: JJD Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store - Get 15% OFF with code: JJD FightTape.us - Get 10% OFF with code: JJD   Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and X or at [email protected] to submit questions for consideration on the show. You can now also find us on TikTok @JiuJitsuDummiesPodcast Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org Episode 193 of the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast features Black Belt Kevin Gallagher, the charismatic owner of Gracie Trinity Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Trinity, Florida, and one of the most entertaining voices in the modern Jiu-Jitsu conversation. In this episode, we dive into all things Jiu-Jitsu, from the “cult” vibes and inside jokes to the life-changing friendships, mentorships, and relationships that keep us all coming back to the mats. Kevin breaks down what makes a healthy academy culture, his rise on social media, and what it’s like to build an audience as a Jiu-Jitsu coach, and why authenticity matters more than ever for coaches and students alike. We also talk about safety and trust on the mats, including Kevin’s decision to become an accredited Academy Safe member and what that means for parents, students, and coaches training at his academy. From background checks and safety education to setting clear standards, we dig into how a safer training environment helps Jiu-Jitsu grow the right way. If you love honest Jiu-Jitsu talk, real stories from the trenches, and a deeper look at where our culture is headed, this episode is for you!!   Instagram Handles: @unclecoachkevinbjj @gracie_trinity_bjj   Thank you to Episode Sponsors:  Wodify - $100 off per month, for life! Black Belt Digital Marketing - Request a FREE Review of your company's online presence today! Academy Safe - Join or Donate now  Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store - Get 15% OFF with code: JJD FightTape.us - Get 10% OFF with code: JJD   Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and X or at [email protected] to submit questions for consideration on the show. You can now also find us on TikTok @JiuJitsuDummiesPodcast Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org On this episode of the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, we welcome back returning guest Officer John Thompson for a real conversation about Jiu-Jitsu for law enforcement and how grappling impacts the street. John shares updates on the academy he coaches at, Brazil-021 in Chicago, what’s new in the world of law enforcement training, and how officers are using Jiu-Jitsu to stay safer and more effective. We also dive into his work with Effective Fitness Combatives (EFC), talking about their approach to combatives, training curriculum, and why their programs have become so popular in the law enforcement community. As a law enforcement officer and host of the Man of the Law Podcast, John brings a unique perspective on training, policy, and culture. If you’re interested in Jiu-Jitsu, policing, or how combatives training is evolving, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.   Instagram Handles: @man_of_the_law_ @brazil021chicagohq   Thank you to Episode Sponsors:  Black Belt Digital Marketing - Request a FREE Review of your company's online presence today! Academy Safe - Join or Donate now  Wodify - $100 off per month, for life! Flow N Roll - Get 20% OFF with Code: JJD Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store - Get 15% OFF with code: JJD FightTape.us - Get 10% OFF with code: JJD   Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and X or at [email protected] to submit questions for consideration on the show. You can now also find us on TikTok @JiuJitsuDummiesPodcast Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org In Episode 191 of the @JiuJitsuDummies podcast, we sit down with Black Belt Chris Mierzwiak from @MeruBJJ and @WODIFY to dive deep into the business and lifestyle of Jiu-Jitsu.  From the journey of starting an academy to building a sustainable and thriving student base, this episode is packed with real-world insight for academy owners and instructors alike. We also explore how tools like @WODIFY can be leveraged as a powerful CRM to streamline operations, improve student retention, and ultimately help grow your academy. Chris shares practical strategies, lessons learned, and actionable advice for anyone looking to take their Jiu-Jitsu business to the next level. Whether you’re already running an academy or thinking about opening one, this conversation covers what it really takes to succeed, on and off the mats. Plus, we mix in plenty of Jiu-Jitsu talk, mindset, and community perspectives that make this art so powerful.   Instagram handles: @merubjj @wodify   Thank you to Episode Sponsors:  Black Belt Digital Marketing - Request a FREE Review of your company's online presence today! Academy Safe - Join or Donate now  Wodify - $100 off per month, for life! Flow N Roll - Get 20% OFF with Code: JJD Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store - Get 15% OFF with code: JJD FightTape.us - Get 10% OFF with code: JJD Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and X or at [email protected] to submit questions for consideration on the show. You can now also find us on TikTok @JiuJitsuDummiesPodcast Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org In episode 190 of the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, we sit down with Javier “Showtime” Vazquez, 5th degree black belt, former professional MMA fighter, and author of The Master Plan: From Chaos to Clarity in Jiu-Jitsu, available on Amazon. Javier shares his journey from the MMA cage to building a complete Jiu-Jitsu operating system designed to bring structure, strategy, and calm to the chaos of grappling. We dive into his unique approach to Jiu-Jitsu, why so many students struggle under traditional curricula, and how The Master Plan helps practitioners see the art in a completely new way. If you love Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, or just the idea of turning chaos into clarity on and off the mats, you don’t want to miss this conversation.   Instagram handle: @jvjiujitsu @therealjaviervazquez   Thank you to Episode Sponsors:  Black Belt Digital Marketing - Request a FREE Review of your company's online presence today! Academy Safe - Join or Donate now  Wodify - $100 off per month, for life! Flow N Roll - Get 20% OFF with Code: JJD Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store - Get 15% OFF with code: JJD FightTape.us - Get 10% OFF with code: JJD Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and X or at [email protected] to submit questions for consideration on the show. You can now also find us on TikTok @JiuJitsuDummiesPodcast Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org On this episode of the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, Black Belts Milton Campis and Ben Stark sit down for a real conversation about some tough topics in the Jiu-Jitsu community. We talk about dating at your academy, background checks for coaches and academy owners, and the Melqui Galvão incident involving his arrest in Brazil. This one is all about boundaries, accountability, and keeping Jiu-Jitsu academies safe for everyone. Instagram handle: @mmacoachben @jiujitsudummies @academysafe   Thank you to Episode Sponsors:  Black Belt Digital Marketing - Request a FREE Review of your company's online presence today! Academy Safe - Join or Donate now  Wodify - $100 off per month, for life! Flow N Roll - Get 20% OFF with Code: JJD Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store - Get 15% OFF with code: JJD FightTape.us - Get 10% OFF with code: JJD Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and X or at [email protected] to submit questions for consideration on the show. You can now also find us on TikTok @JiuJitsuDummiesPodcast Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org Episode 188 of the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast features entrepreneur, speaker, business coach, and fellow podcast host Dan 'Big D' Sachkowsky as we dive deep into the mindset and mechanics of building a successful life and business. We talk about entrepreneurship, leadership, sales, and communication, and how to turn hard lessons into practical strategies you can use right now to level up your career or company. From staying motivated when things get tough to creating opportunities through relationships and consistency, we get to know Big Dan “Big D” Sachkowsky and unpack the principles that have driven his success.   Instagram handle: @_big_dan_official   Thank you to Episode Sponsors:  Black Belt Digital Marketing - Request a FREE Review of your company's online presence today! Academy Safe - Join or Donate now  Flow N Roll - Get 20% OFF with Code: JJD Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store - Get 15% OFF with code: JJD FightTape.us - Get 10% OFF with code: JJD Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and X or at [email protected] to submit questions for consideration on the show. You can now also find us on TikTok @JiuJitsuDummiesPodcast Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org On episode 187, Milton Campis and Ben Stark go from the mats to the boardroom and everywhere in between as they sit down for a real, unfiltered conversation about jiu-jitsu, martial arts, and the lives we build around them. In this episode they riff on training, team culture, the state of the world, and how lessons from the academy bleed into business, family, and everyday life. Most of the talk is about being a better training partner and human being, with a few detours into business and academy ownership for the listeners who are building something of their own. When Milton and Ben go unplugged, you get stories, hard-earned perspectives, and plenty of laughs from two black belts who have been around the block on and off the mats. Instagram handles: @jiujitsudummies @mmacoachben @academysafe @blackbeltdigitalmarketing @attpbg Thank you to Episode Sponsors:  Black Belt Digital Marketing - Request a FREE Review of your company's online presence today! Academy Safe - Join or Donate now  Flow N Roll - Get 20% OFF with Code: JJD Leao Optics - Get 10% OFF with Code: JJD Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store - Get 15% OFF with code: JJD FightTape.us - Get 10% OFF with code: JJD Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and X or at [email protected] to submit questions for consideration on the show. You can now also find us on TikTok @JiuJitsuDummiesPodcast Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.

Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org In this episode, we sit down with Steven Chin, a law enforcement officer and a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt with decades of experience on the mats. Steven brings a unique perspective as a defensive tactics expert who has spent his career bridging the gap between traditional martial arts and real-world application. We spend time talking about his deep roots in knife training, which remains one of his longest-running disciplines and a core part of his tactical foundation. From the technical nuances of being a long-time black belt to the practical realities of life in uniform, Steven shares the insights he has gained from his years of dedicated training and service.   Instagram handle: @directactiontraining   Thank you to Episode Sponsors:  Black Belt Digital Marketing - Request a FREE Review of your company's online presence today! Academy Safe - Join or Donate now  Flow N Roll - Get 20% OFF with Code: JJD Leao Optics - Get 10% OFF with Code: JJD Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store - Get 15% OFF with code: JJD FightTape.us - Get 10% OFF with code: JJD   Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and X or at [email protected] to submit questions for consideration on the show. You can now also find us on TikTok @JiuJitsuDummiesPodcast Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.