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The Banya PodcastEp. 47 - My name is Jeff - Jeff SandnerThe Banya Bros are joined this week by training partner Jeff Sandner. Jeff is a BJJ Blue belt, Husband, father of 2 and leader of his Jiu-Jitsu family. 2025-07-2047 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 46 - Dennis the Not Menace - Dr. Dennis ApkerThe Banya Bros are joined this week by Dr. Dennis Apker. Dennis is a PhD of Psychology and a BJJ Blue Belt at Area PV BJJ.2025-07-1448 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 45 - Oh Ofelia - Ofelia MendozaThis week, the Banya Bros are joined by Ofelia Mendoza. Ofelia is a BJJ Blue belt at Ares Paradise Valley, a wonderful mother and loving wife. She tells us all about her childhood growing up in Los Angeles and what brought her out to Arizona. 2025-06-2659 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 44 - Fancy Nansi - Nansi JimenezThe Banya Bros are joined by the Huevos Smasher herself, Nansi Jimenez!!!! Nansi is a BJJ Blue Belt, loving mother and dedicated wife to fellow training partner, Daniel Ilae. 2025-06-2346 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 43 - Pat Ware, There you areThe Banya Bros are joined by one of the owners of Arizona Wilderness Brewing company, Pat Ware. Pat is also an Ultra Marathon runner and healthy lifestyle enthusiast. 2025-06-2250 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 42 - Zombies TakeoverLuke is out of town, so Dana and a few of the zombies takeover the Banya for some fun Conspiracy talk, Jiu-Jitsu discussions, and responses to a listener's question. 2025-06-0843 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 41 - Pat, Where are you? - Luke and DanaTHE BANYA BROS WERE STOOD UP! In this episode, Luke and Dana have their own solo podcast to discuss Jiu-Jitsu, Authenticity and Gratitude, and a new venture to give back to the Jiu-Jitsu community. Come join us in one of the funnest episodes to date, with a special guest appearance by our good friend Lance Carter.2025-06-0138 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 40 - Our Bro Bo - Bo ScottThe Banya Bros are joined this week by Bo Scott. Bo is a BJJ Blue Belt at Ares PV. He joins us to talk about parenting, the future of education and of course Jiu-Jitsu. 2025-05-291h 05The Banya PodcastEp. 39 - Lean Dean - Dean WhitmireThe Banya Bros are joined by Dean Whitmire. Dean is a BJJ Blue Belt and one of the earliest Ares PV Greywolves. He is part of the early morning "Zombies" class, a marathon runner, Motorcycle enthusiast, and outdoor adventurer.2025-05-281h 07The Banya PodcastEp. 38 - Slamoo - Lukas CouvarasThe Banya Bros are joined this week by Lukas Couvaras. Lukas is a BJJ Blue belt, former army artillery, and brand new father to a sweet baby girl. 2025-05-221h 06The Banya PodcastEp. 37 - Namaste with Yogi Beno - Josh BenoThe Banya Bros are joined this week by Josh Beno. Josh is a BJJ Brown Belt Coach at Ares Paradise Valley, Yoga instructor all over the valley, father and incredible kind hearted savage. 2025-05-1955 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 36 - Laws of Motion - Greg Law PT,DPTThe Banya Bros are joined by Physical Therapist, Greg Law. Greg shares his insights into overall health via diet, exercise, sleep and mobility. 2025-04-2758 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 35 - Roaring with the Lyon - Charlie LyonThe Banya Bros are joined by Charlie Lyon. Charlie is a BJJ White Belt at Ares PV, former professional soccer keeper, and firefighter. Come join us to hear about his story of becoming a college soccer keeper, professional and his eventual journey to Jiu-Jitsu savage. 2025-04-241h 03The Banya PodcastEp 34 - Barkin' with Larkins - Ian LarkinsThe Banya Bros are joined by Ian Larkins. Ian is a BJJ Blue belt at Ares PV and a former wrestler. Come join us in hearing how Ian made his way to the desert. 2025-04-1948 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 33 - Power Pete - Peter WilliamsThe Banya Bros are joined by Peter Williams. Peter is a BJJ Blue belt at Ares PV (formerly Greywolf). Come hear all about Peter. 2025-04-1550 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 32 - DrewJitsu - Drew FilesThe Banya Bros are joined this week by the one and only DrewJitsu, Drew Files. Drew is a BJJ brown belt coach at Proving Ground. He is also a Veteran, father, husband, and avid Hunter. Come listen to all about his Jiu-Jitsu journey.2025-04-1345 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 31 - What the Heck, Keck - Joel KeckThe Banya Bros are joined by fellow Zombie, Joel Keck. Joel is a BJJ Blue Belt, father of 2, and incredible human. Come hear his story from Phoenix to Kansas and back. 2025-04-1050 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 30 - Slimbo Slice - Lyle FreemanThe Banya Bros, with special guest Co-host RB Macturk, are joined by Lyle Freeman. Lyle is a BJJ White belt, Father of 3, electrician student, and man's man. Come hear about his journey from the south side of Chicago to Arizona and everything in between. 2025-03-231h 04The Banya PodcastEp. 29 - More Blabbin' with Babin - Sean BabinThe Banya Bros welcome our good friend Sean Babin. Since his last appearance, Sean has taken his first step and joined Jiu-jistu as Ares PV BJJ. Come hear how he approaches his jiu-jitsu journey to become the best version of himself. 2025-03-2248 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 28 - Heating up with Hinton - John HintonThe Banya Bros are joined by John Hinton. John is a fellow Zombie crew early morning Jiu-Jitsu blue belt, business owner, father, husband and savage rolling partner. 2025-03-2050 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 27 - Not So Mean Gene - Gene MorrisThe Banya Bros are joined this episode by Gene Morris. Gene is a BJJ Black Belt under John Cabay and Paul Nava, Navy Veteran, and financial entrepreneur. Come Listen to all he has to offer while we sweat it out in the sauna!2025-03-131h 20The Banya PodcastEp. 26 - Hot Air Jordan - Jordan JohnsonThe Banya Bros are joined by Jordan Johnson. Jordan is a BJJ Blue Belt, Father of 3, former oil driller and all around amazing human. Come join us as we chop it up in The Banya!2025-03-1040 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 25 - Tiny Shorts - Brendan TierneyThe Banya Bros Chop it up with world famous Tiny Shorts himself, Brendan Tierney. Brendan is a BJJ Black Belt under Paul Nava, instructor at Ares Arizona and Ares Paradise Valley, father of 3, husband and all round incredibly humble, kind hearted savage. Come hear his story.2025-03-0452 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 24 - Cooking with our Favorite Canuck - Arun DawitThe Banya Bros chop it up with fellow Zombie Jiu-Jitsu training partner, Arun Dawit. Arun is a BJJ White belt from the great white north. 2025-02-2850 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 23 - Average Joe's Sauna Set - Joey WilsonThe Banya Bros are joined by Joey Wilson to sweat it out in the Sauna. Joey is a Former D1 Wrestler from UC Davis and current BJJ practitioner. 2025-02-241h 05The Banya PodcastEp. 22 - Optimyzation - Jesse MorengJoin us in the Banya as we discuss with our friend Jesse Moreng. Jesse is the owner of Optimyze, a wellness center that offers multiple therapies and modalities for general health, including Sauna, Cold Plunge, and Infrared light therapy. 2025-02-161h 06The Banya PodcastEp 21 - Man Meat with Nick AddanteThe Banya Boys with special guest co-host RB Macturk and co-co-host Sean Babbins are joined by owner of Arcadia Meat Market, Nick Addante. 2025-02-031h 00The Banya PodcastEp. 20 - Sauna Surfing with Daniel - Daniel IlaeToday, we are joined by our Hawaiian brother, Daniel Ilae. Daniel is a BJJ Blue belt, hunter and all around amazing human. Come hear about his life story and the life lessons he's learned, often the hard way.2025-01-2459 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 19 - Hot Box with the Fox - Alex MartinezThe Banya Bros chop it up with BJJ Black belt, Foxcast Podcaster and gym owner Alex Martinez. 2025-01-2137 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 18 - Drilling with Drew - Drew LasleyToday, the Banya Bros are joined by Drew Lasley. Drew is a BJJ Blue Belt, 6am Zombie Crew savage, business owner, father of 4, and all-around amazing, Kind hearted savage. 2025-01-1752 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 17 - Sandbaggin' with Steve - Steve BentonLuke and Dana are joined by Steve Benton - BJJ Brown Belt, personal trainer, all around fitness specialist and amazing human being.2025-01-1448 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 16 - Steamy with Mimi - Timoree BransonThe Banya Boys chop it up with everyone's favorite Mimi, Timoree Branson. 2025-01-1344 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 15 - Slammin' with Sam - Sam KruegelToday Luke shares a hot tub and conversation in his hometown of Grass Valley, Ca with his oldest friend, Sam Kruegel.2024-12-3048 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 14 - Bustin' with Dustin - Dustin VidrineThe Banya Boys chop it up with resident internet troll Dustin Vidrine. Dustin is a BJJ Blue Belt, Lawyer, Father of 2 and all around Kind Hearted Savage. 2024-12-2738 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 13 - Stories from Ragnarok - Billy ConnBill Conn Joins the Banya to chop it up about his life and share his wisdom.
2024-12-2327 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 12 - Chaaaaad, Not Bad - Chad WardlawThe Banya Boys chop it up with Dana's longtime friend Chad Wardlaw. BJJ Blue Belt out of Precision Jiu-Jitsu in Sacramento, CA. 2024-12-2238 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 11 - Joking with Joaquim - Kristen StanfordBJJ Blue Belt Kristen Stanford joins the Banya to discuss training, competition and her nomadic lifestyle2024-12-1834 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 10 - Howling with the OG Greywolf - John CabayWe welcome John Cabay - OG Greywolf, Ares PV BJJ Gym Owner, Kind-Hearted Savage, and All Around Amazing Human. 2024-12-1638 minThe Banya PodcastEP. 9 - Puttin' out Fires - Nando GarciaFirefighter, BJJ Blue Belt and future helicopter pilot, Nando Garcia joins the Banya to chop it up with the fellas. 2024-12-1625 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 8 - Enjoying a Hot Toddy - Todd ThibaultChopping it up with BJJ Blue Belt Todd Thibault discussing the outdoors, life experience and what drives him. 2024-12-0951 minThe Banya PodcastEp . 4 - Juan on One (Well, two) - Juan ArchuletaFormer Bellator Bantamweight World Champion, Juan Archuleta joins the Banya to chop it up about his life experience in wrestling, fighting and all things MMA. 2024-12-0646 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 7 - Kickin' it with the Koala - Matheus AzencotToday we are joined by BJJ Black Belt, Mateus Azancot to discuss his journey from Brazil through Jiu-Jitsu.2024-12-0240 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 6 - Dancin' and Prancin' with Lance Carter2024-11-3051 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 5 - Bullshittin' with the Bull - Vinny LopezVinny "The Voice" Lopez, a Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Professor John Cabay, joins the Banya today. Tune in as we sweat and chop it up .
2024-11-2750 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 3 - Dappin with Dana - Dana LundquistToday Luke is joined by a practicing blue belt in Jiu-Jitsu, Dana Lundquist. 2024-11-2534 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 2 - Chatty with Addi - Addi BrightToday, Luke is joined by Purple Belt, Jiu Jitsu Pans Champion and hometown friend Addi Bright.2024-11-2546 minThe Banya PodcastEp. 1 - Blabbin' with Babin - Sean BabinOn the inaugural first episode of The Banya podcast. Host Luke Manuel sits down with longtime friend Sean Babin in a hot sauna. They discuss live, wellness and finances.2024-11-2330 min