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Season 3

Jan. 12, 2022

Jonathan Shechter

In this episode we have a powerful and inspiring conversation with longtime JJ Machado student, attorney, entrepreneur and cancer survivor Jonathan Shechter.

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Dec. 20, 2021

Ask Me Anything (Part One)

In this episode we change things up and have Jean Jacques respond to questions that were posted on our YouTube Channel. Thank you everyone for your submissions and while we were unable to address all of them in this segment, ...

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Dec. 8, 2021

Chris Haueter

In this episode we have a great conversation with one of the first American Black Belts in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Chris Haueter. Great insight into the early days of Jiu-Jitsu in America.

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Oct. 20, 2021

Rickson Gracie

In this episode we have the distinct honor to share the mat with the legendary Rickson Gracie. This is a fascinating interview that delves deep into the mindset and philosophy of one of Jiu-Jitsu's greatest champions.

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Oct. 11, 2021

Joey Bozik & Joe McDowell

In this episode we have a powerful conversation with distinguished U.S. military veterans Joey Bozik and Joe McDowell. Some of the topics include the personal stories of their military service, the benefits of Jiu-Jitsu train...

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Sept. 28, 2021

Peter Maguire

In this episode we have a powerful conversation with noted author Peter Maguire. Author of the best selling book "Breathe : A Life in Flow" the biography of Rickson Gracie, Peter has a diverse and fascinating background as a ...

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Sept. 14, 2021

Carlos Machado

In this episode we have a powerful and inspiring conversation about Jiu-Jitsu and family with the legendary Carlos Machado.

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Aug. 31, 2021

Gerrison Machado

In this episode we talk with another member of the Machado family, Jean Jacques nephew Gerrison Machado. The youngest son of Carlos and Lindsay Machado, Gerrison is an actor, martial artist and film maker, and he is only 15! ...

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Aug. 16, 2021

Mark Armstrong

In this episode we talk with one of Jean Jacques most senior black belts as well as one of the head instructors at the JJM Academy, Mark Armstrong. A great conversation about Jiu-Jitsu, life and everything in between.

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Aug. 2, 2021

Christian Derr

In this episode we have a great discussion with long time JJM Black Belt and Oklahoma native Christian Derr. A great conversation about persistence, determination and the transformative power of Jiu-Jitsu.

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