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Jean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredSean StoneIn this episode we have an amazing discussion with Sean Stone. The son of legendary filmmaker Oliver Stone, he shares great stories about growing up with the art of filmmaking, passion for martial arts, and a deep love for California.2024-11-2551 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi Required2024 PremiereAfter a nearly two year hiatus Jean Jacques and Jay return for a brand new season of No Gi Required. In this episode we recap the events of the past year and a half as well as what's in store for season 5. Thank you for all the messages in support of our podcast, we are happy to be back!2024-04-0834 min
The ROL Radio - Jiu Jitsu Podcast#139 John WillSend us a textToday’s guest is one of the most influential martial artists of his generation. He has trained with martial arts legends Judo Gene LeBell, Benny “The Jet” Urquidez, and the Machado Bros. John Will is a member of the dirty dozen and is in fact the man who coined the phrase for the first 12 non-Brazilians to earn their BJJ black belts. On this episode John shares incredible stories of traveling the globe to train in various martial arts including some that have become dead arts.Here is The RŌL Radio...2023-03-081h 20
The ROL Radio - Jiu Jitsu Podcast"Balance" - The Takeaway from Jay ZeballosSend us a textJay Zeballos from Jean Jacques Machado BJJ will both mentally and physically purge things from time to time. This helps him find balance in his life.On this Takeaway, Thomas and Gary discuss how to find your balance when acquiring new information on the mats.www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1000 videos for your Jiu Jitsu journey.http://www.therolradio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/therolradio/https://www.facebook.com/therolradio/https://jeanjacquesmachado.com/https://jeanjacquesmachado.com/instructors...2023-03-0317 min
The ROL Radio - Jiu Jitsu Podcast#138 Jay ZeballosSend us a textToday’s guest has been training in martial arts since the age of six. He says you name it, I have probably taken part in it.Jay Zeballos joins us to discuss what he believes is a true martial artist, his instruction style, what separates Jiu Jitsu from traditional martial arts, and his relationship with Jean Jacques Machado.Here is The RŌL Radio with instructor at Jean Jacques Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, author, podcaster, and the man Jean Jacques Machado has said is his left and right arm, Professor Jay...2023-03-011h 30
Forever White BeltJay Zaballos - Jean Jacques Machado Black BeltToday on the show I have Jay Zeballos. Jay is a 4th degree black belt under the legend, Jean Jacques Machado.
Jay has been a full-time instructor since 2010, he teaches adult and youth classes at the JJM Headquarters in Woodland Hills, CA. Jay has assisted Jean Jacques with developing much of his instructional media, including designing and launching the first online training program for BJJ in 2006, as well as co-authoring two best-selling books (The Grappler's Handbook Vols. 1 & 2). He is also the executive director of Jean Jacques affiliate program and conducts private training, workshops, and seminars domestically and...2022-12-201h 17Jean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredAG GregoroffIn this episode we learn about the incredible story of AG Gregoroff and the inspiration behind his creation - Toehold® Dope Flip Flops.2022-05-0255 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredCasey HalsteadIn this episode we have a great conversation about Martial Arts, discipline, business and life with renowned MMA trainer and 10th Planet Black Belt Casey Halstead.2022-04-251h 01Jean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredRichie & Geo MartinezOur season 4 premiere starts off with a bang! A wonderful discussion with brothers Richie & Geo Martinez. From their early days as break dancers to their rise as some of the top Black Belts in the 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu system under Eddie Bravo, the underlying theme of this discussion is the value of family.2022-04-181h 02Jean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredJonathan ShechterIn this episode we have a powerful and inspiring conversation with longtime JJ Machado student, attorney, entrepreneur and cancer survivor Jonathan Shechter.2022-01-1256 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredAsk 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, rest assured we will in the next one. On behalf of Jean Jacques and the entire No Gi Required Team, we want to wish you and yours a very Happy Holiday and prosperous New Year!!2021-12-2058 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredChris HaueterIn 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.2021-12-081h 16Jean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredRickson GracieIn 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.2021-10-2056 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredJoey Bozik & Joe McDowellIn 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 training for combat veterans as well as the amazing work being done by the We Defy Foundation.2021-10-1159 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredPeter MaguireIn 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 historian and former war-crimes investigator.2021-09-2851 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredCarlos MachadoIn this episode we have a powerful and inspiring conversation about Jiu-Jitsu and family with the legendary Carlos Machado.2021-09-1454 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredGerrison MachadoIn 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! An amazing conversation with an amazing young man!2021-08-3140 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredMark ArmstrongIn 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.2021-08-1641 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredChristian DerrIn 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.2021-08-021h 26Jean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredDavid MametIn this episode we take the podcast on the road and have an insightful and inspiring conversation with legendary American playwright, screenwriter, author, film director and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black belt David Mamet. Some of the topics covered are his thoughts on how to create opportunity, the teaching and mentoring process and how Jiu-Jitsu has been beneficial to his life.2021-07-2645 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredJason PatricIn this episode we have a wonderful conversation with veteran actor Jason Patric. He shares great insight into his distinguished movie career as well as rarely heard stories of his time spent helping Jean Jacques prepare for the ADCC Submission Wrestling World Championships.2021-06-2945 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredEd Soares & K9 DukeIn this episode we have a wonderful and uplifting conversation with BJJ practitioner and LEO Ed Soares and his incredible K9 partner Duke. This is an amazing story of transformation and love. Get your tissues ready.2021-05-2444 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredRoger MachadoIn this episode we have a fun talk about life growing up as a Machado brother with Roger Machado. Great insight as well as a wonderful trip down memory lane.2021-05-1751 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredDan InosantoIn this episode we the take the podcast on the road and have a powerful discussion with martial arts royalty and living legend Dan Inosanto. We dig deep into the history of his amazing journey and learn about what drives his limitless desire and passion for training, learning and teaching.2021-05-1058 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredEric AchaIn this episode we have a great talk with long time student & JJM Black Belt, retired police officer and owner of one of the most successful academies in the JJM Association Professor Eric Acha. Great insight into what it takes to find success in business and in life.2021-05-0347 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredMark MirelesIn this episode we have an in-depth conversation with retired police officer and JJ Machado Black Belt Mark Mireles. Stories from a lifetime of martial arts training, excerpts from his decorated career in law enforcement and the importance of training Jiu-Jitsu in today's climate are just some of the topics discussed.2021-04-2658 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredJean Jacques MachadoIn this episode we have an in-depth conversation with our host and Jiu-Jitsu legend Jean Jacques Machado. Join us as we delve into the mind of someone who is not only a champion on the mat, but in life!2021-04-191h 14Jean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredMarcel SantosIn this episode we have a very inspiring conversation about life, art & Jiu-Jitsu with artist extraordinaire and JJ Machado Black Belt Marcel Santos. No stranger to adversity, his story will inspire you and is yet another example of the power of the human spirit.2021-04-1200 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredChristian ConradIn this episode we take a fun trip down memory lane with Christian Conrad. Son of iconic movie/TV legend Robert Conrad, Christian is one of Jean Jacques earliest students. Hidden in between all the great stories covering what it was like growing up during the golden age of Hollywood as well as the early days of Jiu-Jitsu in America is a very inspiring story of one man's desire to pursue happiness over anything else.2021-04-0557 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredDean McDermottIn this episode we have a really fun conversation with Dean McDermott. Actor, chef, author, martial artist and proud family man, we touch on a wide variety of topics. Lots of laughs with this one!2021-03-2952 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredRico ChiapparelliIn this episode we talk to wrestling legend Rico Chiapparelli. We learn about his evolution as a youth wrestler, his time spent training under the great Dan Gable at The University Of Iowa, his foray into the modeling world, the moment he discovered Jiu-Jitsu and his eventual move into creating one of the most respected teams in the early days of MMA, the powerful R.A.W. (Real American Wrestling) Team.2021-03-221h 04Jean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredJay ZeballosIn this episode we put co-host Jay Zeballos in the chair for a surprise interview. One of Jean Jacques most senior black belts and instructor at the JJM Academy, this chat with Master and student will give you great insight into how Jean Jacques uses Jiu-Jitsu to transform lives.2021-03-1546 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredFlavio DeOliveiraIn this episode we chat with celebrity trainer to the stars, Flavio DeOliveira. We learn about what fueled his passion for health and wellness from a young age, his experiences preparing Jean Jacques for competition and how he created his breakthrough portable home workout system, the BodyLX360.2021-03-081h 05Jean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredFreddie Prinze Jr.For our season 2 debut we return with a great discussion with American actor, writer and producer Freddie Prinze Jr. From his introduction to martial arts, his time with the WWE as well as highlights from his movie career this conversation was fun and enlightening. If you are interested in entertainment there is some fantastic advice in here as well.2021-03-011h 09Jean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredJoey HaussIn this episode we enter into the world of breath work, meditation and ice baths with longtime Jean Jacques Machado student and level 2 instructor of the Wim Hof method Joey Hauss. We learn about the inspiration that started him on his journey, some unique stories of life experiences he learned from along the way and the impact that his work is making on others.2021-01-1849 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredCarlos "Caique" EliasIn this episode we talk to legendary Jiu-Jitsu master Carlos "Caique" Elias. As one of only 8 individuals in the world outside of the Gracie family to receive a Black Belt directly from Grand Master Helio Gracie, he shares with us some of his amazing experiences from the golden era of Jiu-Jitsu and how the lessons learned back then continue to carry so much relevance today.2021-01-111h 08Jean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredEddie BravoIn this episode we sit down and talk all things Jiu-Jitsu with JJM Black Belt and the founder of 10th Planet Jiu-Jitsu, Eddie Bravo. We learn about the history behind his unique style, his development of the ground breaking tournaments EBI and The Combat Jiu-Jitsu Worlds, and his special relationship with his head master Jean Jacques Machado.2021-01-041h 08Jean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredBrandon McMillanIn this episode we have a great conversation with renown animal trainer, author and three time Emmy award winner Brandon McMillan. We learn about his life, his work and his unique connection with the amazing animals he gets to interact with. If you love animals, this one is for you!2020-12-2859 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredRikki RockettIn this episode we have a powerful conversation with Rikki Rockett, drummer for the rock band Poison. Insightful and inspiring, we learn about his music, his training and how he faced - and overcame, one of the biggest challenges of his life.2020-12-2153 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredRenato MagnoIn this episode we chat with the "6th" Machado Brother, and the only man to be awarded his black belt by all 5 Machado Brothers, Professor Renato Magno. We learn about his early days training in Brazil, the eventful day he decided to make Jiu-Jitsu his life, his transition to life in America and the foundation of his own academy and organization.2020-12-141h 00Jean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredRigan MachadoIn this episode we chat with Jean Jacques brother, the legendary Rigan Machado. We learn about what it was like growing up among the Gracie Family, his competition career, his legendary match against the great Rickson Gracie and his eventual migration to the U.S. to become one of the top instructors in the world.2020-12-071h 04Jean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredFelicia OhIn this episode we chat with BJJ Black Belt, decorated champion and one of the pioneers of women's Jiu-Jitsu in America, Felicia Oh. We learn about how she was introduced to the gentle art, her competitive career, her passion for art and her advice for women who are interested in training.2020-11-2951 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredRussell PetersIn this episode we chat with veteran comedian Russell Peters. We discuss a wide range of topics - from his early days of comedy, discovering the art of Jiu-Jitsu and actually using it to stop a robbery, and what life is like working as a comedian during a pandemic. As you can imagine, there are lots of laughs!2020-11-2351 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredEddie YangIn this episode we talk to veteran designer and FX artist extraordinaire Eddie Yang. Eddie is the owner of DEITY CREATIVE and co-founder of SYMBOLIC ARTS FX. His is a fascinating story from discovering his passion at a very young age and the obstacles he faced in order to make his career choice a reality. As we delve deeper into our talk we discovered there is much more to this man than meets the eye. We hope it inspires you as much as it inspired us!2020-11-1752 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredThe 1999 ADCC ExperienceFor our first full episode we wanted something fun so we surprised Jean Jacques and made him our first guest. We travel back in time and talk with him about his historic first run at the 1999 ADCC World Championships. He shares some very interesting stories about his time preparing for the tournament, the event itself and what life was like after winning the championship.We also discuss and watch all his matches from that event in their entirety.2020-11-1355 minJean Jacques Machado : No Gi RequiredPreviewJoin us as we discuss the launch of our new podcast. Learn a little bit about your hosts, the inspiration behind our name and our mission for future episodes.2020-11-1314 min