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Gain TrainGain Train Episode 7: Fitness with Esther MotlIn this episode we sit down with Esther Motl. Esther has years of experience in mobility, strength training, and body composition on top of competing in strongman/woman. Other topics in this episode include mobility and why it matters, stretching for recovery, and how much work should be emphasized on accessory work.
2025-09-1254 min
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuThe Most Underrated BJJ Skill in your Jiu-Jitsu Journey!In this episode of the Elbows Tight Podcast, host Travis Motl and guest Steve Kwan discuss the significance of failure in the journey of Jiu-Jitsu practitioners. They explore personal experiences with setbacks, the importance of mindset, and how to foster a supportive gym culture. The conversation emphasizes the value of consistency, the human element in coaching, and the need to encourage women in the sport. They also provide practical advice for beginners and highlight the importance of perspective in training. Get $25 off the JordanTeachesJiuJitsu Theory Course and Wrestling for BJJ with ELBOWSTIGHT25 at Checkout - https://courses.j...
2025-03-031h 15
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuTips and Tricks For Training BJJ as a Family!In this conversation, Travis Motl interviews Mike and Sheena Bidwell, who run a jiu-jitsu academy. They discuss their teaching methods, the importance of a structured curriculum, and the benefits of jiu-jitsu for families. Mike emphasizes the four-step approach to teaching techniques and the importance of the 'secret sauce' that makes each technique effective. They also discuss the value of testing for belts and the sense of accomplishment it brings. Overall, jiu-jitsu has strengthened their family bond and provided them with mental, emotional, and physical resilience. Mike and Sheena discuss their new book, 'The BJJ After 40 Survival Guide,' and...
2024-05-1757 min
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuThese 3 P's Will CHANGE How You Train BJJ!In this episode, Travis Motl interviews Joshua Janis about the culture and mindset of jiu-jitsu. They discuss the importance of vulnerability and making mistakes to learn and grow. They also explore the camaraderie and team support in jiu-jitsu and the role of gym culture in creating a positive training environment. They emphasize the principles of being precise, playful, and painless in training and how these principles can be applied to both beginners and experienced practitioners. They also discuss the balance between ego and confidence in jiu-jitsu and the importance of continuous learning and open-mindedness. In this conversation...
2024-04-121h 11
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuBalancing Jiu-Jitsu and Life Priorities, Communication, and Self-Care with Mike Connor | Ep. 95In this episode, Travis sits down with his friend Mike to discuss the challenges and strategies of balancing Jiu-Jitsu with the demands of everyday life. They dive into essential topics such as establishing clear priorities, effective time management, open communication, and finding support systems. Mike shares his experiences as a parent, business owner, and Jiu-Jitsu practitioner, offering valuable insights on integrating Jiu-Jitsu into family life and maintaining consistency even through injuries. The conversation emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and self-care, highlighting the need to care for ourselves to effectively care for others. Whether...
2023-06-121h 02
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuThe Warrior Mindset: Todd Fox's Insights from the Martial Arts and Military Service | Ep. 94Join us on the Elbows Tight Podcast as we explore the incredible journey of Todd Fox – a martial artist, close protection expert, and former U.S. Marine. Discover how his diverse background in martial arts, military service, and law enforcement shapes his approach to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, close protection, and personal growth. From his multiple black belts and MMA career to his experiences protecting high-profile clients, gain insights into Todd's expertise and the role of martial arts in self-defense. Prepare for captivating stories, valuable lessons, and thought-provoking discussions as we uncover the fascinating world where martial ar...
2023-06-051h 15
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuIf I Were Starting BJJ in 2023, Here's What I Would Focus On! | Ep. 93We share tips for anyone starting their Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey in 2023. Discover the keys to finding the perfect gym, why promotions shouldn't be your main focus, and the importance of embracing being submitted. We'll also discuss how to enjoy the journey and maintain motivation by celebrating milestones and acknowledging your progress. Be sure to join the Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/elbroscommunity Get 20% OFF MANSCAPED + Free Shipping with promo code ETP20 at MANSCAPED.com! Get 15% off MVMI Sleep + free shipping with code "elbowstight" and checkout! LET'S EXCHANGE P...
2023-05-2941 min
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuA New Chapter For Elbows Tight | Ep. 92Travis sits down and discusses the changes coming to Elbows Tight, Jon leaving the show, The new community group, merch drop ideas, an injury update, and more. Be sure to join the Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/elbroscommunity Get 20% OFF MANSCAPED + Free Shipping with promo code ETP20 at MANSCAPED.com! Get 15% off MVMI Sleep + free shipping with code "elbowstight" and checkout! LET'S EXCHANGE PATCHES! SEND A PATCH TO THE PO BOX, AND WE WILL SEND YOU A CUSTOM ELBOWS TIGHT PATCH BACK! Travis Motl PO Box 768 Seabeck...
2023-05-1529 min
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuInspiring Lives Through the Power of Jiu-Jitsu with Gustavo Dantas | Ep. 91Join us in this episode as we sit down with Gustavo Dantas, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt known for his sports contributions as an athlete, coach, and mental coach. Gustavo has won multiple titles as a competitor and has coached many successful athletes. We'll discuss his journey in BJJ, how jiu-jitsu has changed over the year, and his theory behind coaching. We'll also delve into Gustavo's nonprofit organization, Jiu-Jitsu Tribe, which aims to inspire, impact, and improve the lives of at-risk children and young adults in impoverished communities worldwide by utilizing jiu-jitsu as a personal and social...
2023-05-081h 35
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuBehind the Scenes Look at Growing Our Podcast | Ep. 90In today's episode, we discuss updates on their personal lives, including a jiu-jitsu injury, a two-week alcohol-free period, and building a doghouse. They also mention the growth of their podcast, their social media presence, and a challenge to find the best community name. The hosts express their commitment to sponsoring only products they believe in that provide value to their audience. Get 20% OFF MANSCAPED + Free Shipping with promo code ETP20 at MANSCAPED.com! Get 15% off MVMI Sleep + free shipping with code "elbowstight" and checkout! LET'S EXCHANGE PATCHES! SEND A PATCH TO THE PO...
2023-05-0136 min
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuBrian Beckcom: From The Courtroom To The Jiu-Jitsu Mats | Ep. 89In this podcast episode, we sit down with Brian Beckcom, a nationally recognized trial lawyer, philosopher, and computer scientist. In addition to his impressive career accomplishments, we'll also discuss Brian's passion for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. As a purple belt in BJJ, Brian has developed a deep appreciation for the art and has found that it has profoundly impacted his life both on and off the mat. During our conversation, we'll dive into Brian's journey with BJJ, discussing his training philosophy, the mental and physical benefits of the sport, and how it has influenced his approach to leadership and...
2023-04-241h 16
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuChad Kuhn: Have Fun In Your Journey; Winning Isn't Everything | Ep. 88Our latest episode features Chad Kuhn, a first-degree black belt under James Klingerman from Indiana. With almost two decades of experience, Chad shares his passion for Jiu-Jitsu and how he discovered it after starting karate in the 80s. Chad also reflects on the challenges of finding Jiu-Jitsu in Ohio in the early 2000s when options were limited and how he has continued to practice and grow in the sport. He will share his experience of starting Jiu Jitsu at 29, weighing only 130 pounds, and how he found his length and technique in the sport. Chad will...
2023-04-1745 min
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuTraining with Ringworm, Overcoming being the Nail, and Rener Gracie | Ep. 87The guys discuss Jon's extra strength ringworm, overcoming being the nail in training, how life changes each decade of your life, our point of view on the Rener Gracie situation, and more. Get 30% off every item when you visit Aminoco.com/Elbowstight and use code "ELBOWSTIGHT" at checkout! Every purchase also comes with a free gift! #ad #aminocopartner Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code ETP20 at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod LET'S EXCHANGE PATCHES! SEND A PATCH TO THE PO BOX, AND WE WILL SEND YOU A CUSTOM ELBOWS TIGHT PATCH BACK!
2023-04-1040 min
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuHow to Find a Good Jiu-Jitsu Instructor When You Know Almost Nothing | Ep. 86Finding the right Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) instructor is crucial for a positive and practical learning experience, but evaluating an instructor with limited martial art knowledge can be challenging. Join us for this informative and engaging discussion on assessing a BJJ instructor when you know little to nothing about the martial art. In this episode, we provide tips and strategies for determining a BJJ instructor, even if you know little to nothing about the sport. We cover the importance of researching an instructor online, observing a BJJ class in person, asking questions, looking for certifications, and...
2023-04-0330 min
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuJosh Wyland: Lifelong Wrestler Turned B-Team Purple Belt | Ep. 85Today we have the pleasure of speaking with Josh Wyland, a Brazilian jiu-jitsu purple belt training at B-Team in Austin, Texas, under Craig Jones. Josh started wrestling in the 4th grade and achieved many accolades, including becoming a 4-time state champ, 3-time freestyle state champ, 6-time All-American, and wrestling collegiately. In this episode, we discuss Josh's journey from wrestling to jiu-jitsu, his biggest hurdles when starting jiu-jitsu, meeting his girlfriend while training, why he began training in jiu-jitsu, what it is like to train with some of the best in the world, the process to...
2023-03-211h 13
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuHow Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Philosophy Work Together Pt.2 | Ep. 84Welcome back to the second part of our two-part series on the transformative power of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. In this episode, we delve deeper into the core principles of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu that can help practitioners develop essential life skills and qualities. From striving for continuous improvement to understanding the value of collaboration, we explore how Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu encourages practitioners to develop the perseverance, dedication, and teamwork necessary to achieve their goals both on and off the mat. We also discuss how Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu teaches practitioners to find strength in vulnerability, assess risks, and act with caution...
2023-03-1332 min
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuHow Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Philosophy Work Together Pt.1 | Ep. 82Join Travis and Jon in this two-part series as they dive deep into the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. In Part One, they discuss the principles and teachings of this martial art, from developing a non-violent approach to conflict resolution to learning to understand and accept loss. They also explore the importance of fostering a sense of discipline and respect, appreciating the importance of physical and mental health, and achieving a sense of balance between mind and body. Tune in now to gain insights into this unique martial art and how it can benefit you! Get 30...
2023-03-0130 min
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuBest Solo Drills for White Belts, Podcasting Advice, Favorite Movies and More | Ep. 81With Jon on vacation, Travis sits down and answers your questions from Instagram and YouTube. Podcast Mic Suggestions: Samson Q2U: https://amzn.to/3Shbe2X Audio-Technica AT2020USB: https://amzn.to/3lT8UmN Shure MV7: https://amzn.to/3xB3wav Budget: https://amzn.to/3SinGQ8 Get 30% off every item when you visit Aminoco.com/Elbowstight and use code "ELBOWSTIGHT" at checkout! Every purchase also comes with a free gift! #ad #aminocopartner LET'S EXCHANGE PATCHES! SEND A PATCH TO THE PO BOX, AND WE WILL...
2023-02-2141 min
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuDr. Toby Larson : Training with Intention and Building a Powerful Mind | Ep. 80Toby Larson is a Performance and Exercise Psychologist and Performance Coach. With a Doctorate in Performance and Exercise Psychology from the University of Western States, Portland, OR, and a Masters in Kinesiology from California State University East Bay, Hayward, CA, Toby works with athletes, actors, musicians, artists, executives, and others to reach their best possible performances consistently throughout a season and a career. Toby is an expert in human motivation and uses evidence-based approaches such as mindfulness meditation, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-based mental skills, and Motivational Interviewing to help his clients. He also works as an Executive and...
2023-02-131h 03
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuTraining When Sick and Recovery for BJJ | Ep. 79In today's episode, Jon and Travis catch up on how their training has been, if you should train when you are sick, how they recover from BJJ, use strength when rolling, recap recent interviews, does seeing a chiropractor help, massaging and cupping for recovery, researching for learning versus revisiting techniques, and more. Get 30% off every item when you visit Aminoco.com/Elbowstight and use code "ELBOWSTIGHT" at checkout! Every purchase also comes with a free gift! #ad #aminocopartner LET'S EXCHANGE PATCHES! SEND A PATCH TO THE PO BOX, AND WE WILL SEND YOU A CUSTOM...
2023-02-0632 min
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuSix Common Fears When Starting Jiu-Jitsu Pt.2 | Ep. 77In today's episode, Jon and Travis discuss common fears when starting jiu-jitsu 4 through 6. Fear #4: Time and Financial Commitments Fear #5: Social Anxiety Fear #6: Lack of Knowledge and Experience Get 30% off every item when you visit Aminoco.com/Elbowstight and use code "ELBOWSTIGHT" at checkout! Every purchase also comes with a free gift! #ad #aminocopartner LET'S EXCHANGE PATCHES! SEND A PATCH TO THE PO BOX, AND WE WILL SEND YOU A CUSTOM ELBOWS TIGHT PATCH BACK! Travis Motl PO Box 768 Seabeck, WA 98380 Our Equipment: Sony 6100...
2023-01-2331 min
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuShane Weinischke: The Privileges with Modern Jiu-Jitsu | Ep. 76Today we have the privilege of talking with first-degree black belt Shane Weinischke. Shane owns Weinishchke Martial Arts in Tallahassee, Flordia. Shane's story is like many of ours in he uses jiu-jitsu to help him grow in all aspects of his life, both physically and mentally. Shane has been a martial artist since 1991, when he first started taking karate lessons as a kid. After training TKD for years, Shane was exposed to grappling by his instructor and instantly hooked. Shane's primary goal in our conversation was to show the differences in how training jiu-jitsu today...
2023-01-171h 04
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuSix Common Fears When Starting Jiu-Jitsu Pt.1 | Ep. 75Starting Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) can be intimidating for many people, especially if they are new to martial arts or have never participated in a contact sport before. In this two-part episode, Jon and Travis discuss the first three of six common fears when starting jiu-jitsu and how they overcame them or are still handling them. Fear 1 - Fear of Being Injured Fear 2 - Fear of Failure Fear 3 - Physical Challenges Get 30% off every item when you visit Aminoco.com/Elbowstight and use code "ELBOWSTIGHT" at checkout! Every purchase also...
2023-01-0931 min
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuJordan Preisinger: Setting and Achieving Your Goals | Ep. 74Today we have Jordan Preisinger from Jordan Teachs Jiu-Jitsu and Talk Jitsu Podcast. This conversation discusses how to properly set and achieve goals, support systems to help you succeed, and much more. Jordan's Social: https://www.instagram.com/jordanteachesjiujitsu/ https://www.youtube.com/@JordanTeachesJiujitsu Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code ETP20 at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod LET'S EXCHANGE PATCHES! SEND A PATCH TO THE PO BOX, AND WE WILL SEND YOU A CUSTOM ELBOWS TIGHT PATCH BACK! Travis Motl PO Box 768 Seabeck, WA 98380
2023-01-021h 14
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuTop 5 Episodes of 2022 | Ep. 73For the final episode of 2022 Jon and Travis sit down and recap the Top 5 episodes of 2022! 5th: Jim "MyWhiteBelt" Trick - Be Honest About Your Journey 4th: Steve Kwan - The Hobbisty Guide To Jiu-Jitsu 3rd: Hiasam Rida - Giraffes Kill Lions 2nd: Laurenz Pakter - Keep Showing Up 1st: Jordan Preisinger - The Power of Learning Jiu-Jitsu Through YouTube Get 30% off every item when you visit Aminoco.com/Elbowstight and use code "ELBOWSTIGHT" at checkout! Every purchase also comes with a free gift! #ad #aminocopartner
2022-12-2640 min
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuDifficulties Training Through Holiday Season | Ep. 72Jon and Travis sit down and discuss how training has been for Jon, his consistency improving, difficulties training during the holidays, Travis's current funk, goals for 2023, and much more. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code ETP20 at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod LET'S EXCHANGE PATCHES! SEND A PATCH TO THE PO BOX, AND WE WILL SEND YOU A CUSTOM ELBOWS TIGHT PATCH BACK! Travis Motl PO Box 768 Seabeck, WA 98380 Our Equipment: Sony 6100: https://amzn.to/355xbgM Sigma 16mm: https://amzn.to/3tQHGyN Amazon Basic Tripod: h...
2022-12-1938 min
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuKristina Barlaan: Mental Health and Women in Jiu-Jitsu | Ep. 71Today we have the incredible pleasure of speaking with Kristina Barlaan, a second-degree black belt under Caio Terra. Kristina initially did not find jiu-jitsu interesting after starting to train Muay Thai at Cesar Gracie‘s Gracie Fighter Academy. Her first experience with training jiu-jitsu was during a NoGi class; she did not initially enjoy it. A couple of months later, a friend convinced her to try jiu-jitsu a second time, and it stuck. It would be hard to tell from her infectious personality, but Kristina is very candid about her struggles with mental health, and sh...
2022-12-121h 19
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuKieren Lefevre: Getting Strong and Eating Right for Jiu-JitsuWe are joined by Kieren Lefevre and BJJ Blue belt, YouTuber, personal coach for jiu-jitsu practitioners, and Cohost of Beyond Jiu-Jitsu Podcast. Kieren is very personable and easy to talk with. In Kieren's answers, he gives a deep sense of understanding and authority in the strength and conditioning, and nutrition for BJJ practitioners, but he breaks it down so that it is consumable by the masses. Kieren's journey into jiu-jitsu is like many of ours and is very relatable. He was hesitant to join, thought he would be better than he was, and was instantly b...
2022-12-051h 00
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuSeven Tips to Improve Your Jiu-Jitsu ClassAfter training for almost five years, Jon and Travis give their seven tips to help you make your jiu-jitsu class better. 1. Train with intention. 2. Spar 3. Set goals 4. Have three types of training partners (Which could be hard when you first start)—someone less skilled, someone with the same skills, and more experienced. 5. Ask questions. Don't feel stupid if you don't understand something or need to see a technique again. Someone else is most likely thinking the same way. 6. Try the techniques you learned in class. You will have the most resistance when do...
2022-11-2843 min
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuThomas Rozdzynski: How Jiu-Jitsu Changes from White to Black BeltIn today's episode, Travis sits down for the second time with Thomas Rozdzynski. Travis and Thomas discuss how their ideas and concepts have changed since their white belt days. They discuss what space means, how to teach students better, education, winning and losing, the stages of survival, tracking your progress, and being okay with saying I don't know. Thomas is a wealth of knowledge. His 20-plus years of being on the mats have changed his mind about ideas multiple times. It is always great having an intelligent conversation about your passion and learns from it.
2022-11-211h 09
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuJon Is Back To Training BJJ!Jon and Travis sit down and discuss how Jon's training, mindset, and goals have changed since returning to BJJ after taking a break due to injury. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code ETP20 at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod LET'S EXCHANGE PATCHES! SEND A PATCH TO THE PO BOX, AND WE WILL SEND YOU A CUSTOM ELBOWS TIGHT PATCH BACK! Travis Motl PO Box 768 Seabeck, WA 98380 Our Equipment: Sony 6100: https://amzn.to/355xbgM Sigma 16mm: https://amzn.to/3tQHGyN Amazon Basic Tripod: https://amzn.to/3q...
2022-11-0741 min
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuSergio Hernandez: Training for Longevity and CompetitionToday we are joined by Sergio Hernandez. Sergio is a black belt under Baret Yoshida in beautiful sunny San Diego. Sergio is currently a full-time tattooer and owns a tattoo shop. In the jiu-jitsu community, Sergio is known for the innovative guard he created called Sergio Guard and his incredible flexibility. In our conversation, we discuss Sergio's journey, training for longevity, training in the gi and no-gi, the relation between tattooing and BJJ, and much more. Sergio is an incredible person to converse with. When talking with us, he would often pause and think before...
2022-11-011h 11
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuLaurenz Pakter: Keep Showing UpLaurenz is currently a purple belt and the creative director for Hyperfly. He has been doing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu since 2009. Laurenz's parents started Hyperfly after putting him and his brother in BJJ to keep them busy. Laurenz is very open and honest about his journey in jiu-jitsu. Working in the industry and being a practitioner has made him look at training differently than most. It is always great talking to someone with a story similar to the average person's. We have day jobs, families, and other hobbies that are a particular priority in our lives besides training.
2022-10-171h 19
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuHaisam Rida: Giraffes Kill LionsHaisam's journey in jiu-jitsu has been anything but easy. Haisam is Ghana-born BJJ black belt out of Assembly Jiu-Jitsu in Detroit, Michigan. After leaving Ghana at 15 years old to live with his dad in Japan, Haisam found BJJ and never looked back. Haisam recently gained massive attention after submitting Roberto "Cyborg" Abreu in 1:14 at ADCC. Haisam realized his potential in jiu-jitsu when he was a purple belt and decided to take the leap and change schools to Carpe Diem in Toyko, Japan. In this episode, we discuss his performance and ADCC, submitting Cyborg, how he prepares for...
2022-10-031h 30
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuMichael Currier: Don't Let Failures Stop YouMichael Currier is a BJJ black belt and Army vet and owns Impact Jiu-Jitsu Fountain Hills amounts many other things. Michael was active in numerous sports, from wrestling to skateboarding. He has a natural desire to compete and push his limits. He contributes much of his success in BJJ, contrary to what many think of gymnastics and not so much his wrestling. Michael was offered to do gymnastics at Penn State but decided to join the Army instead. Michael is very forthcoming about growing up poor and the failures in his life that have shaped...
2022-09-121h 08
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuRob of McDojoLife: Improving the Culture of Martial ArtsToday we sit down with Rob from McDojoLife. Rob has been doing martial arts for 25 years and started on his 12th birthday as a gift from his mom. Unfortunately, the road that led Rob to martial arts is not a pretty story. In this conversation, we discuss how Rob started martial arts, improved self-confidence through training, how to turn BJJ into a more spectator-friendly sport, cults, and much more. Robs Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mcdojolife/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj0hSixOVSV4HvmbAQjk0WA Reddit...
2022-08-221h 30
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuJon is Taking A Break From BJJIn today's episode, Jon and Travis sit down and catch up after a couple of hectic weeks. Jon discusses why he is taking a break from BJJ, Leandro Lo's killing, what's going right and wrong with Travis's training, and hitting techniques the day learned in class. LET'S EXCHANGE PATCHES! SEND A PATCH TO THE PO BOX, AND WE WILL SEND YOU A CUSTOM ELBOWS TIGHT PATCH BACK! Travis Motl PO Box 768 Seabeck, WA 98380 Our Equipment: Sony 6100: https://amzn.to/355xbgM Sigma 16mm: https://amzn.to/3tQHGyN Amazon Basic Tripod: https://amzn...
2022-08-1550 min
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuAaron Jannetti - The Difference Between Self-Defense and BJJToday we have the great pleasure of having a conversation with Aaron Jannetti. Aaron is a BJJ brown belt, Co-owner of Endeavor Defense & Fitness, and the creator of Kife Control Concepts. Aaron has a view of self-defense that not many others have. He wants to ensure that people know there is more to self-dense training outside of BJJ. During our interview, Aaron constantly prefaces his answers by differentiating between self-defense and jiu-jitsu. Aaron's unfiltered approach to how we must be able to defend ourselves by staying in shape and continuously training is something many people...
2022-07-251h 06
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuUke Mike - Jiu-Jitsu and Mental HealthIn this episode, we sit down with blue belt brother Uke Mike from the excellent podcast Jordan Talks Jiu-Jitsu. Uke Mike trains under Jordan Preisinger in Ontario, Canada, at Limitless Jiu-Jitsu. Uke Mike is an excellent example of how BJJ is not only great for the body but can also be an incredible tool for the mind. He has a fantastic story of overcoming many adversities from being overweight and drug addiction. Mike is very open about how if it was not for his love of Jiu-Jitsu, he might not be on this Earth still. ...
2022-07-111h 01
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuJim "MyWhiteBelt" Trick: Being Honest With Your Jiu-Jitsu JourneyToday we have the pleasure of talking with Jim Trick, who has recently skyrocketed in popularity thanks to his Instagram Page "MyWhiteBelt." Jim is currently a BJJ purple belt training out of First Colony BJJ. Jim is a perfect example of what you can do if you are determined and do not make excuses. Jim is very honest with us about the good and not-so-good aspects of training BJJ, difficulties training later in life, being the sweaty guy, and mindset when first starting your jiu-jitsu journey. At his heaviest, Jim was well over the 400 lbs mark.
2022-06-271h 01
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuBen Phelps - Jiu-Jitsu Purple Belt and Transformation CoachToday we had the fantastic pleasure of talking with Ben Phelps, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu purple belt, a transformation coach, and the host of the What Now Podcast. Ben is a beacon of light for anyone struggling with weight and thinking they can't change their life. Ben has lost over 150lbs, and at his heaviest was 333lbs. With the knowledge gained from his experience, Ben now helps others achieve their goals of transforming their lives. Ben is very transparent with his daily struggles with weight, keeping the weight off, and fitting in training as a father and husband...
2022-06-131h 14
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuSunday Morning Coffee With Elbows TightJon and Travis sit down and talk about future content, steroid use in professional sports, and give a few subliminal insults. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code ETP20 at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod LET'S EXCHANGE PATCHES! SEND A PATCH TO THE PO BOX, AND WE WILL SEND YOU A CUSTOM ELBOWS TIGHT PATCH BACK! Travis Motl PO Box 768 Seabeck, WA 98380 Our Equipment: Sony 6100: https://amzn.to/355xbgM Sigma 16mm: https://amzn.to/3tQHGyN Amazon Basic Tripod: https://amzn.to/3qSt7ZH Zoom P4...
2022-05-3038 min
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuA New Grip - Helping Human Trafficking Survivor's Through Jiu-JitsuToday Jon and Travis sit down with the founders and secretary of a nonprofit called A New Grip. Christina and Samantha founded A New Grip together in 2020 to "help sexually exploited individuals as well as human trafficked survivors take back their lives and find their inner peace again using Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu as a form of therapy and exercise." What these ladies are doing to help others is inspiring and essential. Human trafficking and sexual exploitation of women and children are more significant problems than many realize. Samatha's day job is a police officer who has to see...
2022-05-161h 32Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuOur Podcast is Better Than Our Jiu-JitsuToday Jon and Travis sit down and catch up. They discuss the recent success of the podcast, what have been some of their favorite moments in the recent interviews, and what Jon is most excited about when returning to training. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code ETP20 at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod LET'S EXCHANGE PATCHES! SEND A PATCH TO THE PO BOX, AND WE WILL SEND YOU A CUSTOM ELBOWS TIGHT PATCH BACK! Travis Motl PO Box 768 Seabeck, WA 98380 Our Equipment: Sony 6100: https://amzn.to/355xbgM
2022-05-0244 min
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuZakk Miller - Ask the Right QuestionsToday we have the great pleasure of talking with Zakk Miller, a BJJ Black Belt, BJJ Globetrotter Instructor, Marine Corps Staff Sergeant, and We Defy Training Facility Coordinator living in Arizona. Zakk wears many essential hats and gives the feeling of successfully wearing each one. Zakk started BJJ when he was 19 years old and reflected on many lessons he wished he would have learned when he was a white and blue belt. During our conversation, Zakk brings up a great concept on how to ask people what you can do to improve. His answer is an eye-opener...
2022-03-211h 17
Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuDr. Neil Morris - The Jiu-Jitsu DoctorDr. Neil Morris is a naturopathic medical doctor practicing in Mesa, AZ, and a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu blue belt. He graduated from Troy University with a bachelor’s in Nursing and practiced as a registered nurse before graduating from the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine. This episode will be an eye-opener for many listeners. Dr. Neil discusses hormone therapy, regenerative injections, and even what supplements most practitioners should be taking. After talking with him, we realized that many things are going on with our bodies and what might help us with our recovery, sleep, and other body functions. It...
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Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuDru Phoenix - Veterans in Jiu-Jitsu and Growing on Social MediaToday, we have Dru Phoenix, a black belt, A and M BJJ owner in South Florida, and Marine Corps, veteran. One of the first things you notice about Dru is his glowing personality. We found Dru through his Instagram reels, and he had us laughing from the first one. Dru's BJJ journey started after he separated from active duty. When he was first exposed to the UFC and Jiu-Jitsu, Dru said he did not like it and thought it was stupid. After his first time trying it, though, he was hooked like all of us. ...
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Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuSteve Kwan - The Hobbyist Guide to Jiu-JitsuToday we have the incredible opportunity to sit down with Steve Kwan, a BJJ black belt and host of BJJ Mental Models. Steve feels almost like a unicorn in the BJJ community. He has never competed or even had the desire to do so. He established himself as a pure hobbyist from the time he started training. He has accomplished many goals in the community and seems dedicated to providing as much value to the art and those seeking knowledge as he can. Steve puts it very simply "it must be fun" when it comes...
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Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuMatthew Gillette - The Best a Man Can GetToday we have the pleasure of sitting down with the biggest competitor of our show. Matt Gillette has earned over an incredible 30+ medals in IBJJF, including most recently winning Gold at Master North America. He is a first-degree black belt under Andre Maracaba in Arizona. Matt started BJJ because one of his friends in the Marine Corps came home and showed him some of the moves he learned in MCMAP (Marine Crop Martial Arts Program) and was hooked after being constantly submitted. One of the first attributes we noticed was his sense of humor when talking with...
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Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuJordan Preisinger - The Power of Learning Jiu-Jitsu Through YouTubeToday we have the great pleasure of sitting down and chatting with Jordan Preisinger from the incredible YouTube channel "JordanTeachesJiuJitsu." This conversation goes into a philosophical journey of discussing motivation, teaching yourself, learning, and why you should continue to train. Jordan offers a somewhat unique perspective on each of these topics because of his upbringing through the gentle art. Before even starting BJJ, Jordan knew he would be one of the bests. Even though Jordan was relatively new to jiu-jitsu, he didn't let it stop him from accomplishing his goals. He received some backlash for...
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Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuMatt Wahlstrom - An Epic Podcast!Today, we sit down and have an epic conversation with Matt Wahlstrom, Epic Roll BJJ CEO and brown belt. Matt did Taekwondo as a child and found himself wanting more. He started training jiu-jitsu in 2005 because he wanted to compete in MMA. Matt talks about wanting to compete in MMA not because he wanted a career or to become professional but instead just to test himself. Like many of us, Matt fell in love with BJJ from the start. He mentions the feeling of being controlled when first starting to train spike curiosity in him. He wanted...
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Elbows Tight Podcast: The Beginners Journey Through Jiu-JitsuJames O'Connor - Celebrate the Almost and Keep Moving ForwardToday we have the distinct pleasuring of talking with James O'Connor. James is a Third Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and a Black Belt in Taekwondo. He has been training in martial arts for almost 30 years and started when he was an out-of-shape kid picked on. James dedicates an immense amount of his time, teaching, producing content, and helping kids. His range doesn't always revolve around martial arts. He writes motivational blogs and short copyright for everyday life too. His mantra of "#KeepMovingFoward" speaks to a broader audience outside of martial arts. He wants everyone to...
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The MOTL podcastPsychology FactsThanks for listening toThe MoTL podcast.This episode we talk about our time so far in self isolation, plans for after (if this ever ends, that is) and we react to phycology "facts". Hope you are all well and stay safe out there! We love you!
2020-04-1044 minThe MOTL podcastCovid-19 So FarThe MoTL #50 Shawna and Brittney sit down to talk about what they have been up to in the past week since Covid-19 has spread, we talk about how homeschooling is going, the research we have done on what it’s like to actually have the virus, Tom Hankx, panic buying junk food, Shawna got stuck inside during a 4 day snowstorm and Brittney was stuck in a car, we talk about drinking a detox drink to get a job, STAY SAFE OUT THERE WE LOVE YOU
2020-03-1938 minThe MOTL podcastDoing The Damn ThingThe MoTL Episode 49We start this episode today with the story of how Brittney got into a fight over a used rug, we talk about our differing routines as a single-working mom and as a stay-at-home mom. Shawna shares how having a kid aided in her humility and how it was okay to ask for help, and we discuss what happened when we had a kid and had to figure our lives out. Brittney has her dream “job” and shares that she is done having kids, we talk about the small ways we are improving our lives so we can...
2020-03-1352 minThe MOTL podcastPivotThe MoTL #47We’re a bitch, we’re a lover, we’re a child we are mothers and back from our one year anniversary break! This episode we talk all about when things don’t go to plan, plan b and pivoting our lives, we get interrupted when Shawna receives a work call and we question what the coronavirus is really covering up, we are always relating to Mercury being retrograde, Brittneys wedding get away weekend is ruined by car issues, she had a good weekend anyway, we remember skipping school and going to the beach, Shawna shares how her...
2020-03-0651 minThe MOTL podcastThe MoTL Laugh TrackHappy One Year Anniversary! This show has been the highlight of our year, and we have the laugh track to prove it! Thanks for listening! Cheers to year two assholes!
2020-02-2803 minThe MOTL podcastCanadian Hat Guy The MoTL #45We are coming at you fast and loose this week to share our MOTL weekend get together, lucky for us mercury is in retrograde once again, and our actions proved it. We watched Out Cold (great movie), Zach Galifiankis could get it, we enjoyed the many forms of people watching we were able to do, we spend the weekend snowboarding at our local hill, and hanging out in the ski lodge, Brittney gets ignored by an old friend, we meet and interesting bar patron, Shawna gets locked out of a wedding, Brittney gets a new admirer, we go shopping at...
2020-02-2457 minThe MOTL podcastMom's Spaghetti The MoTL #44Shawna says 50 is the new 20, in terms of money, we talk about the Super Bowl half-time Facebook Group commercial having some major "Instagram VS reality" vibe and the Facebook Groups we are in. Brittney talks about the drama she has seen VIA Military Facebook Groups. And we learn that there is a corona virus quarantine where Brittney lives. We talk about Eminem's performance at the Oscars, where Brittney discovers LIVE for the first time that 'moms spaghetti' are the actual lyrics in 8 Mile.
2020-02-1537 minThe MOTL podcastBirthday's, Valentine's, & Talking To Yourself The MoTL #43It's one half of the MOTL's birthday! This episode Brittney wishes Shawna a happy birthday, and we talk about some not so average Valentine’s day gift ideas. In the spirit of birthday's we do a brief run down on the magnitude of the birthday party Kylie Jenner threw for her 2 year old AKA "Stormi World". Then we take a screeching left turn and get real intellectual.. After stumbling upon @ryanlagdon_ ‘s article “Today I Learned That Not Everyone Has An Internal Monologue and It Ruined My Day” we then discuss our own internal monologue, and people who operate without one...
2020-02-0741 minThe MOTL podcastClick Bait- The MoTl #42Welcome to The MOTL Podcast where flu season is in full effect! Today Shawna and Brittney sit down to chat while both feeling under the weather. We discuss the cornona virus, elderberries, and bleach! Have you ever experienced a phantom hangover? We discuss the tragic and sudden passing of Kobe and the other passengers. Then dive into health & wellness via Gwyneth Paltrow’s Netflix show, 'The Goop Lab' Can you really buy a candle that smells like Gwyneth Paltrow's Vagina? Ever try a yoni steam? A sign of aging: buys aleeve for all day pain relief. We wrap up the po...
2020-01-3147 minThe MOTL podcastAsk For Ass The MoTL #41We are back from our girls getaway weekend trip, and we start out rating our Frontier Airline experience, Brittney deals with a crazy fellow passenger, and flight delays that lead to a couple more cocktails than originally planned. Shawna loses her wallet in the Tampa Airport, we explain how to play the BOYFRIEND game, the importance of asking for ass before just going in for it, our brief adventures on chat-roulette in the year 2020, and Brittney tells Shawna about Florida man.
2020-01-2538 minThe MOTL podcastCombatting S.A.D. The MoTL #40This week we have low energy due to this shitty East Coast winter and we are S.A.D. and discuss what we do to deal with Seasonal Affective Disorder otherwise known as Seasonal Bitch Ass. Shawna is Subscribing & Saving on Amazon and y'all need to know about it. Brittney is disappointed being on her 9th day of her 2020 diet and the results. We are getting ready for a secret weekend getaway. Shawna has been using meditative tones to deal with life, you’ve got a friend in Post Malone and the MOTL We take a moment to get real se...
2020-01-1744 minThe MOTL podcastHispanic Brad Pitt The MoTL #39We are still looking back on the decade when Shawna finds her old notes on how to start a podcast, we have started a new workout routine and briefly share our fitness journey, Brittney found a new favorite singer: Tones and I, Shawna shares breaking news about Justin Beiber's tick bite, We talk about The Golden Globes, Kate Beckensale is seen with MGK, Hispanic Brad Pitt, and We talk about the bachelors first episode.Love you stay loose!
2020-01-1056 minThe MOTL podcastToby McGuire NEVER Could Get It 2020 The MoTL #38We are ready for the new year, and Shawna is stoked, Brittney has a cold but is fighting it with whiskey, we recap our RecRoom Buffalo Emo night out where they played very few emo songs, Brittney got the Monica Lewinski biography for Christmas, we call out the seat savers at school plays, or those wearing big hats in the crowd at functions, our New Years Eve, a little bit of JoBro talk, Shawna wants Brittney to watch the Netflix show 'You' and Brittney is excited for The Bachelor, Shawna reads from a US Weekly magazine from 2012, and we discuss...
2020-01-0349 minThe MOTL podcastScience, School, and Rockstars with STD's: Happy Holidays 2k19 The MoTL #37We start out today's episode discussing the riveting topic of the freezing temperature of water... SCIENCE, am I right? We wish we payed more attention in high school. Brittney is annoyed by the outside Christmas décor rounding out this decade. What's on your adult Christmas list? Brittney gets her hands on tickets to Motley Crue's 2020 tour. After shit talking bloated rockstars, we talk about avoiding STD's and staying active to hang on to youth. Is anyone else missing UPS packages?? Shawna gets a mystery package from Ebay find out what it is she might even gift it to you i...
2019-12-2053 minThe MOTL podcastThe Second Coming of Crocs The MoTL #36Thanks for checking out the MOTL podcast! Today Shawna and Brittney sit down to have some fun. Do we get mad if someone tells us to “Calm Down”? We decide to play games this episode and we start out with truth or dare (but we only answer truths) Brittney celebrates their first snow fall of the year in Jersey. What's the meanest thing we have ever done? We play mad gab, we answer questions from a game called “ducking high”, Post Malone dropped new crocs, and we talk about our continued use of Disney plusfollow us, like, rate, review a...
2019-12-1348 minThe MOTL podcastMustache Ambition Tour The MoTL #35Welcome back! We are back from our Thanksgiving break and start out recapping festivities. Brittney hosts for a WHOPPING 23 guests including #single soldiers and #single sister-in-laws. Shawna has zero FOMO for spending Thanksgiving home alone with her kid.. watching.. Home Alone. Black Friday shopping do's & don'ts. We bought KISS tickets- Brittney's first concert was Aaron Carter. GTFO of here with your Elf on The Shelf Shtick. We want men with mustaches, WE REPEAT- WE WANT MEN WITH MUSTACHES. Brittney reads a 'koala for sale' craigslist ad it's a must listen. Shawna's inner thug comes out when 2 IPA's are in her...
2019-12-061h 05The MOTL podcastWe Need Therapy, and D*ck Pics The MoTL #34Brittney is dry, Shawna tells us about a dream she had, Brittney has a new favorite rapper 4 year old Zaza, we talk about Post Malone, we get into the importance of mental health and going to therapy, Shawna’s mom suggests micro dosing mushrooms to heal the past, luxuries we wish we had and then we get interrupted by Shawna receiving her first DP, we talk about working in restaurantsFollow us!@themotlpodcastwww.themotl.com
2019-11-2254 minThe MOTL podcastHEY, It's Christmas Time If You Want It To Be! The MoTL #33Shawna is wound up on keto coffeee, We talk about decorating for Christmas already, Shawna gives her cat a bath, gender reveals and youtube, Shawna goes on her first tour bus, Brittney goes to the skate park, we discover a new community section in our period tracker app, Disney+, The King on NetflixFind us on instagram@themotlpodcast@shawna_theharp@ladydeeds
2019-11-1643 minThe MOTL podcast“Shawna’s love language is hiring a fake boyfriend for thanksgiving “ The MOTL # 32We start out talking about how healthy versions of bad food taste terrible, we learn our love language, we talk about Keanu’s new girlfriend, Shawna tries to convince us that pineapple is good on spaghetti, we recount our Halloween festivities, celebrity Halloween costumes, Britney spears Instagram, thanksgiving plans, getting toy catalogs in the mail, and that Brittney’s brother in law is renting himself out for thanksgiving.
2019-11-0852 minThe MOTL podcastWe're All a Little Mad Lib The MoTL #31We talk about towns changing trick or treating to a day later, Brittney goes to NYC, we talk about our simple bucket list, lord of the rings, Medieval Times, we giggle our butts of playing mad libs, and we talk about what our kids are being for Halloween, and don’t forget to go f*ck yourself
2019-11-0146 minThe MOTL podcastDirty Thirty with Mike Hansen! The MoTL #30We welcome back our good friend Mike Hansen for the 3rd time! We talk about mikes wedding night, listening to podcasts more than music, what our motivation was for starting a podcast, Brittney sees Steel Panther, Mike plays drums for Post Prom, what our ultimate Halloween costume would be, the weird things we do when no one else is around, and Shawna gets propositioned to be a sugar baby
2019-10-2549 minThe MOTL podcastBarbie Was a Chicken Farmer The MoTL #29We start out this episode with Shawna making fun of Brittneys outgoing voicemail, don’t give your kids magnets, we choose each other’s barbie careers, Shawna is a failed chicken farmer, Brittney goes to Gettysburg and goes on a ghost tour, side texting and prank phone calls, Brittney orders pizza to a girls house she didn’t like
2019-10-1846 minThe MOTL podcastYour Moms a Pothead The MoTL # 28Today in episode 28, Shawna had a loner weekend, eats chick fil a, and sees The Joker, we talk about Joaquin Pheonix and the movie “Im Still Here”, Ben Afflac, Casey Afflac, we talk about FALL and light therapy, we take another buzzfeed quiz, Brittney goes on a loner adventure, goes to the dispensary, we talk about how gross water parks are, and Shawna is excited for Riverdale
2019-10-1149 minThe MOTL podcastForever Emo The MoTL #27This is the second attempt at recording for this weeks episode, and unfortunately we lost the recording of when Shawna had eaten her weight in “adult” brownies, but we start off talking about doing drugs at work, we play name that emo band, we talk about how we can’t listen to certain music anymore, Brittney goes to a Senses Fail show, (we love Jerry!), Shawna is disappointed by Dashboard Confessional, we talk about how crowds do football chants, Shawna goes to a basement show, shout out Post Prom, we talk about going to the doctor and CBD
2019-10-0547 minThe MOTL podcastGirl Fights The MoTL #26We start today's episode way out of our league trying to figure out what’s going on with all these Takashi 6ix 9ine memes, Brittney tells the story of when she went to jail, we talk about girl fights we’ve been in, Shawna gets punched by a dude, we call out the town bully, Brittney recaps her 80's theme birthday party, Shawna goes to a homecoming parade as a mom.
2019-09-2749 minThe MOTL podcastWe Love The 90s The MoTL #25We’re on our periods in todays episode, and we talk about free flowing menstruation (sorry boyz!), it's almost Brittney’s birthday and she’s feeling her age, her husband is throwing her an 80s rock themed party #MOTLyCrew, we get nostalgic and talk all things 90s, dunkaroos, favorite 90s tv shows, we play MASH, make out parties, Shawna tells how she kissed two boys in one night, and how President Clinton’s affair effected us.follow us!@themotlpodcastplease leave us a review! Let us know you're listening!
2019-09-2046 minThe MOTL podcastJudging Your Wedding The MoTL #24We are back where we belong in todays episode, Brittney crafted with googley eyes, we talk about homemade Halloween costumes and what we want to be, we review the best wedding we have ever been to ( Congrats Mike and Becca!), we go to a baby shower, we remember the car ride home from the wedding, and a word from our special guest Choochie Follow us!@themotlpodcast
2019-09-1342 minThe MOTL podcastRaw Dog MoTL #23A very special episode where we are together IRLWe start off in a classic Brittney and Shawna way, of giggling about everything. We mention that this episode is “raw dog” or unedited, but in fact Brittney made Shawna download garage band, and then stole her laptop so she could try and piece around some sort of conversation for your listening pleasure. Shawna talks about cowboy and Indians going undercover as each other. Indian racism (FYI- Shawna is 25% Native American), we talk about going to Emo night in Buffalo, we talk about Shawnas experience at the Jonas Brothers concert, Brit...
2019-09-0933 minThe MOTL podcastUnpopular Straight Up Opinions The MoTL #22Shawna tries to win Jonas brothers tickets, we talk about our unpopular opinions with music artists, food, selfies, Instagram accounts, and the Erie county Fair, Brittney tells the story of when she got hypnotized, Shawna wants to get roasted, we talk Bachelor in Paradise, we learn what the term “gravy train” meansfollow us on instagram!@themotlpodcast@shawna_theharp@ladydeeds
2019-08-2354 minThe MOTL podcastToy Story Wh0re MoTL #21Shawna gets a new car and then goes to a strip club for the first time, and hated it, Brittney sees Toy Story 4, we take a quiz to figure out what Friends character we are, we read funny missed connections from craigslist, and get trolled Thanks for listening!follow us @themotlpodcast
2019-08-1650 minThe MOTL podcastHoney Suckle Mike Hansen MoTL #20On todays episode our good friend Mike Hansen is back! We jump right into it and this time we go deep into how we have been feeling, Mike blows our minds with solid advice on how to turn a bad day around. How working out can give you more energy, making small changes to equal a big result, we touch on being in a simulation, we talk about the July 5th Pentimento show, Mike talks about playing with no shirt and tells us what it took to prepare for that, setting goals and staying disciplined, Mike tells us how he...
2019-08-091h 02The MOTL podcastGood Housekeeping Blonde Ambition Tour The MoTL #19Summer is coming to an end in this weeks episode of The MoTL podcast. Brittney sees an inappropriate Ja Rule and Ashanti concert, Shawna goes to the movies and sees Once Upon A Time In Hollywood, boys bottling beer, Brittney gets too turnt and we learn about slang from good housekeeping .com, we play a couple rounds of Heads Up and learn whats trending, does Brittney look like Ronda Rousey?, we learn what a fINSTA is, and who we block on Instagram, have we ever sent a nude, pranking your significant other, BLONDE AMBITION TOUR 2K19, we talk about...
2019-08-041h 00The MOTL podcastSleeping With Mercury Retrograde MOTL #18Hey! We are back after a brief hiatus! In today's episode we talk about Brittney spending 19 days in Buffalo, and all the BS we got ourselves into. We celebrated the 4th of July on the hood of white snakes car, we got drunk at the Pentimento show, we snorkeled beers at Shawna’s daughters 7th birthday party, Shawna watches all of Stranger Things Season 3 in one day, we go to the mall and meet Brittney’s celebrity crush in the band Sleeping With Sirens, Mercury Retrograde is in full effect, (back that ass up like Mercury), Mercury Retrograde brought the nost...
2019-07-261h 16The MOTL podcastThe Hills Have Aliens The MoTL #17Episode 17, Summer is in full effect and we start this episode with pool noodle hacks, the drive-in, Shawna gets Alexa and she suffers a day with no internet, Brittney believes thanks to “Bob Lazzar, Area 51 & flying saucers”, Brittney goes on her first family camping trip, shes failing her meal plan, camping constipation, poptart consumption and the time Shawna gave herself a 3rd degree burn from one, we talk about The Hills reboot and plan to do some weekly recaps.Thanks for listening! Follow us on Instagram!@themotlpodcast@shawna_theharp@ladydeeds
2019-06-2945 minThe MOTL podcastPeople Of Walmart The MoTL #16Brittney is on a diet, preparing to go camping, Shawna builds a new patio, we talk about rock purchases and sales, Shawna’s cat has been night adventuring, Brittney and her family survive tornado watch 2k19 AND a fire false alarm, Brittney’s mom almost sees her husband naked, the car dealer tries to swindle Shawna, Brittney hears a possible waiting room fart, and the most epic people of Walmart sighting We love you! Follow us on Instagram@themotlpodcast@shawna_theharp@ladydeeds
2019-06-2154 minThe MOTL podcastThese Moms Aren't Guilty The MoTL #15We are back after a week off! Shawna gets hacked, she tells us about her wakeboarding vacation, ‘rona season is here!, we discuss truckers with guns, we talk about, and Brittney gets worked up about “mom guilt”, Shawna plays the voicemail Brittney left on her phone, Brittney tells her story about being in a couples gameshow in Mexico, we talk about one of our last adventures before we reached bar age, McDonalds is expensive, and we talk about daddy KeanuMake sure to rate review and subscribe!We love you, slind into our DMs here:@themotlpodcast@shawna...
2019-06-1558 minThe MOTL podcastEggs & Evictions MoTL #13Brittney is in a bad mood cause she colored her eyebrows too dark, Shawna sees a witch doctor and learns what we already know, sex makes her uncomfortable, we look up our horoscopes, Volkswagen tries to jerk Shawna off, we touch on the excess of consumerism, Shawna goes skateboarding in the deep end and Brittney talks about her routin' tootin' roller derby days, once we boxed each other at a playground, we tell the infamous story of how we got our friends evicted from of their apartment and they still like us, how hard it is to teach our kids...
2019-05-241h 04The MOTL podcastIf You Can't Join 'em, Jenkum! The MoTL #12On todays episode we wish each other happy Mothers Day! Shawna buys her kid a dirt bike, more horse acting, the weapons we have under our bed, life hacks including using just for men (not just for men), pore strips for the whole face, pizza cutter for pancakes, Brittney is disappointed by her subscription box, we talk about why men snore so much, Brittney teaches Shawna about a new drug, we talk about teaching our kids proper hygiene , Brittney is planning on getting married, Lauren Conrads new podcast sucks, and famous people sliding into Shawnas DMs. thanks for listening! Don't...
2019-05-1855 minThe MOTL podcastHoneysuckle Hottie Mike Hansen TheMoTL #10Episode 10, double digits baby! We saved something very special for y’all - We have our FIRST OFFICIAL MOTL guest: Mike Hansen. The drummer extraordinaire of Buffalo’s very own PENTEMENTO! We take a walk down memory lane to our youth, when we all became friends, in the time where screen names were life, and Mike was cat fishing LONG before you ever saw it on an MTV show. Mike served us a strong reali-TEA of finding that “work-life balance”, and we’re still honestly trying to compute… We touch on starting the 3rd decade of our lives, on Pentimento lyrics, Shaw...
2019-05-101h 05The MOTL podcastBritt Buys Drugs The MoTL #9episode 9! Today we talk about Being sick and missing work, and Brittney wants a job, she has a bad baby, spending to much time on our phones, Brittney wants to make a fairy garden, we laugh about the movie “Wanderlust”, signs of aging include; gardening, going to a paint and sip, Brittney goes to a bar and is inspired, Keanu is a real life hero, Shawna watches a scary movie and then we talk about the first movie we ever went to alone, Brittney talks about her trip to buy legal weed and has a religious experience
2019-05-0651 minThe MOTL podcastKids Getting Hurt The MoTL #8We start right out in this episode talking about the annoyance of the unsustainability of modern appliances, online shopping, car maintenance, ordering tires online, Shawnas kid ruins the fridge, disciplining our kids, the expense of beauty standards, shawna wants a boob job, laughing at kids getting hurt, DMing Doug Benson, being bad at drinking, your breakup is Shawnas gain, we need a vacation Follow us on instgram@themotlpodcast@shawna_theharp@ladydeedswww.themotl.com
2019-04-221h 11The MOTL podcastBest Before 4/20 The MoTL #7On this week we come back from a week off. Shawna tells us the story of the first time she got weed, we talk about weed some more, Shawna chipped her tooth, Brittney sees KISS, Shawna starts a new hobby making balloon animals, signs of aging, tattoos, we talk about our relationship as best friends with significant others, another one bites the dust, she’s a man eater, Brittney gets reported on Instagram, Shawna thought she would end up with Keanu Reeves
2019-04-151h 07The MOTL podcastMOTLy crew MoTL #6This one is long! We talk about noticing editing and Shawna's dreams of winning a Oscar as a director, Brittney tries to convince Shawna of her theory of fake Hollywood relationships, we talk about the movie The Dirt and motley Crue, and how much Shawna relates, you get to hear Brittney really talk to her through some stuff, Shawna's mom was an 80's rock band lover, Shawna gushes over her love for MGK, Brittney's husband finds her hot guys pics, nudes never die, Brittney gets intimidated by pretty girls in the bathroom and doesn’t understand modern dating, we get ha...
2019-04-011h 13The MOTL podcastSH1T H34D The MoTL #5Hey babes, on this week we have for you, Weekend recap, Shawnas ex is a b*tch, Brittney goes bird watching, Shawna thought Ozzy died, shes going to see Ariana Grande, no Jonas brothers today (but shout out JOBros we STAN you), Shawnas moms infamous peach shirt, Shawna had a sex dream about Ellen, we discuss butthole sunbathing, boofing, suppositories, not peeing the bed during labor, Brittney gets a spam group text and a nasty phone call, bumper stickers, car decals, and Shawna reveals her dream vanity license plate, we talk about the first time we swore, Shawnas kid says...
2019-03-2243 minThe MOTL podcastSTANs The MoTL #4Episode 4! The longest one yet! Thanks for listening. In this call we talk about an array of topics including, working out and not mediating, Brittney does brunch and gets drunk, Brittney STANs the jo bros and becomes a bro, getting excited for the KISS concert, Shawna talks about how she was always “grounded” and Brittney shares how she was grounded by other peoples moms, Brittney gets pissed at other mom podcasts and vents about the bachelor, Shawna shows us her best scary movie scream and tells a story about how she got to be in a special effects show at U...
2019-03-1647 minThe MOTL podcastSh*tty Elbows! The MoTL #3•It’s our THIRD episode! Thanks for listening! Today we cover a hodgepodge of topics including; freak dancing, weekend recap! Brittney went on a date! Sup SLAG?! THOT talk, Luke Perrys death, Brittney reads an article about the cure for aids, and then we discus Magic Johnsons magic johnson, Shawna practically dies laughing at Grandma Gets Swept Out To Sea While Posing For Photo article (check our Instagram for pic), we answer the age old question “Does the carpet match the drapes?”, Shawna realizes she loves to Irish goodbye NOT ghost people. HOT TOPICS! Include; Kourtney k and Travis B are dati...
2019-03-0840 minThe MOTL podcastThong Talk The MoTL#2Today is episode 2. Don’t stop us now! In Corrections corner we revisit horse actors, and that we don’t understand how special effects work. What the heck is a meat raffle? Shawna still loves the Jo bros. A joke about the b-word. Brittney set off a school fire alarm. We discuss the 3 people we would have dinner with dead or alive. In one end out the other, we discus hot dogs or burgers? We remember taking our drivers tests and who gave them to us, Shawna learned how to parallel park with the help of celery, how Botox is bull...
2019-03-0439 minThe MOTL podcastThe Motl episode 1Today, in our first ever upload we talk about,Horse stunt doubles, Brittneys drive back from a weekend with Shawna, chat rooms, does Brittney even know who the Jonas brothers are?, love for emo music and the realization of our favorite teenage band letting you down, Jesse Lacey was a f*ck boi, Shawna will slid into any dm she wants, a small recap of our MOTL night out, chicks we don't know hating on us, people hate us at punk rock shows because we are to wild to handle. THANKS for listening!follow us on...
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