On episode 68, Marco, Tim, JB, and Devin discuss the death of the Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman and the chinese black market for organ transplants. We also talk about Tims first black belt fighting in the UFC on the anniversary of earning his blackbelt to fight on the main card and what he has to do in order to win. We talk about the unspoken rules of Jiu Jitsu like asking a higher belt to train and a few others from BJJ and traditional martial arts and we question the manhood of Suga Sean...
Sep 01, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 68
On episode 67 Marco brags about his Icon status among a group of low level podcasters whilst blaming JB for his podcasts plummeting numbers. Marco institutes racial quotas for the podcast. We discuss the idea of self mastery and striving not to be better than others, but focusing on doing your best whether that be in podcasting, charity work, fighting, or making race cars, and how we can instill that idea in our gyms culture. We talk about the difference between saying Im sorry and a true apolog...
Aug 25, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 67
After 4.5 minutes of JB, Tim, Marco, and Devin trying to decide who should start the show. We dive into some questions from listeners. We talk about which legendary martial artist living or dead would we want to train and speak with the most including, Kimura, Mayweather, Stu Hart, and Sho Kosugi. We talk about why the Heavyweight champ is considered the best of the best. We also discuss Paige Van Zant transitioning to Bare Knuckle boxing and fighter pay. We talk about a hypothetical match up be...
Aug 18, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 66
On episode 65 Marco, Tim, Devin and JB sit down and discuss the details of positional training including setting parameters, how specific the drill should be, who benefits most, and how to be a good partner. JB shares a story about his experiences working part time at a funeral home and cremating bodies, and we talk about some of the weekends fights including the Black Beast vs the Boa Constrictor and Chris Weidmans attempt to get back in the win column after one of the most dramatic declines in...
Aug 11, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 65
Episode 64 is the origin story of Ninja Rob. We are joined by dear friend of the show, the enigmatic man known only as JB. He gives us the history of podcasts namesake, the Camden NJ street ninja Rob. We get insight into the man behind the legend and the history of his martial arts training. We also talk some recent mma news and traditional martial arts as well as how Martial arts training differs between various neighborhoods.
Aug 04, 2020•1 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 64
Tim is back on episode 63. Marco and Tim answer some great questions from listeners. We talk about some differences between old school and new school jiu jitsu culture and jiu jitsu for self defense. We review some internet fight videos from Crimefaces and how jiu jitsu can help you in a street fight. We revisit the discussion around what constitutes a sport and a skill. We also answer a question from long time listener Mike Olonoscopi about training around injuries or uncomfortable medical proc...
Jul 28, 2020•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 63
The squad revisits generalist v specialist, Marco and Zach's early beef and first experiences training. We discuss street jesus getting the nod to take on Usman, Devin's go to for street fights, Marco considers his transition to ice hockey and Interviews will continue for the long term co-host spot.
Jul 21, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 62
Episode 61. Marco learns about the death of rapper juice world who he previously never knew existed. Devin has an air fryer in the studio which creates a debate about microwaves vs air fryers. Marco relays a story about a recent incident at McDonald’s. We talk about Gilbert burns missing his world championship fight due to catching covid and who Usman should face next. We discuss poirer vs hooker, kimbo slice and who would win between Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather.
Jul 14, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 61
On episode 60 Marco, Tim, and Devin discuss their significant others taste in movies and entertainment and the differences between men and women. They talk about the corner controversy in the UFC involving Robert Drysdale and a fighter that wanted to quit and if a fighter can ever come back after quitting. They give their predictions on the upcoming UFC Fight Island Card in Dubai. We talk about the ridiculous nature of weight cutting in combat sports and what could be done about it. We take a qu...
Jul 07, 2020•57 min•Season 1Ep. 60
On episode 59 Marcos ego has been shattered by the success of the recent Timkashi 6ix9ine episode and he tries to wrestle the show back from Tim. Tim exposes Marcos deeply closeted white nationalism. New Jersey Martial Arts has been linked to racist hate groups by an instagram troll and Marco details his interaction with the troll. We discuss the dangers of internet rumors for businesses and individuals in today's racially charged climate. We talk philly boxing legends like Hopkins, Frazier, Gar...
Jun 30, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 59
On episode 58 Marco figures out that puppies could fix all race relations with puppies. Devin throws a wrench in his theory by expressing his speciesist hatred of dogs. We talk about UFC and Fight Island and if now that fights are on an island could we finally see intergender fights and if so could Amanda Nunes beat a top 10 in the ufc. We discuss russian slap competitions and Ronnie Coleman and various accents and Jeffrey Epstein and the Franklin Coverup. Marco talks about the Columbus statue c...
Jun 23, 2020•1 hr 28 min•Season 1Ep. 58
On episode 57 Marco, Tim, and Devin discuss their middle names and Tim learns that he was the victim of racial profiling last week at Devins Studio and Marco shares a story about a student accusing him of being racist. We talk a lot about the criminal justice system. Tim shares his experiences of twice being wrongfully arrested for aggravated assault and murder as well as his refusal to snitch to the cops but his willingness to snitch on Marcos daughter for cursing. Devin talks more about cop an...
Jun 16, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 57
On episode 56 we talk about the current state of the world. Riots, police brutality and race relations in the US. Devin give us some insight into his experiences growing up with police in Camden. We talk a little about martial arts and how it can help law enforcement.
Jun 09, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 56
On episode 55 while the world burns down around us Marco and Tim reminisce about the old days of Philadelphia BJJ at maxercise.
Jun 02, 2020•59 min•Season 1Ep. 55
On episodes 54, Marco is given the key to the city of maple shade for saving a students life. Tim saves Marcos life with the gift of an official Hellfish covid mask but gets nothing. They discuss some of the best gifts they’ve received from students and Tim reveals when Hellfish will reopen from the lockdown. Marco reveals some details about where he is moving his gym and when. They also discuss the recent ufc championship fight between Justin Gathje and Tony Ferguson. We also take some question...
May 26, 2020•44 min•Season 1Ep. 54
Recorded on May 9th 2020 Marco, Tim, and Devin sit down for a rambling podcast to discuss topics ranging from sushi, coronavirus lockdown, and blacksploitation films. They give their predictions on the 1st ufc card since the pandemic. They discuss the cruz vs cejudo, Gathje vs Ferguson, Nganu vs Rosenstriuk and talk about what the fighters must do to win. We also get a letter from a Doctor friend of the show regarding our ignorance of infectious disease and public health
May 19, 2020•44 min•Season 1Ep. 53
Recorded on 5/2/2020 The 52nd episode of the podcast marks the one year anniversary of the show. On this episode, we are deep into the coronavirus lockdown. With the Martial Arts world on lockdown our time has been spent learning new things, we talk about the Unabomber, technology and uploading our consciousness into a computer and then downloading it into other people, we reminisce about our appearance on the reality show Comic Book Men. We also talk about what jiu jitsu schools will look in a ...
May 12, 2020•54 min•Season 1Ep. 52
On the 51st episode, Marco shares his shameful fall from the wagon of clean eating. Marco, Tim, and Devin discuss what led to Marco breaking his diet and they dive deep into some junk food talk about which brand of gummy worms and what pizza toppings are best. Tim tries to talk Marco and Devin into joining his resistance movement with limited success. We also talk the upcoming UFC with Cejudo vs Cruz as the main event and figure out how to fix the virus lockdown. Recorded on 4/25/2020
May 05, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 51
On the historic 50th episode of the podcast, Marco, Tim, and Devin discuss life in the time of Coronavirus. We take a deep dive into the differences between Walmart and Target. We discuss the differences in quality of merchandise, customer service, employees, and customers between our two favorite essential businesses. Not much has gone on in the martial art world recently, so Tim continues to unravel while Marco and Devin continue to play video games. Recorded on April 18th.
Apr 28, 2020•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 50
Episode 49 takes place during one of the countless weeks of the corona virus quarantine. We talk about how the lock down has ruined our sense of time and date and whether or not the 5g from Tims Iphone is the actual cause of the pandemic. We try and talk at least some martial arts and we discuss the cancellation of UFC 249. We discuss the difference between sport and skilled activities and try to figure out what makes a sport a sport and what sports are not sports. We discuss the state of the wo...
Apr 21, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 49
Episode 48 04/04/2020 Episode 48 was recorded on the 4th day of the 4th month of 2020 in the 3rd week of the coronapocalypse. Tim’s hopeful prediction of a quick recovery have been shattered and he has lost track of days, times and purpose in life. His only reason for getting out of bed in the afternoon anymore is to record the podcast with Marco and Devin who have found their life’s purpose in video games. Marco has also found a new passion in formula one car racing. We also debate whether or n...
Apr 10, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 48
On episode 47 Marco finally takes a crack at writing the description (Tim normally writes them). Devin, Tim, and Marco try to figure out plurals and how faking your death could go over in middle school. We launch the "super awesome jiu-jitsu" movement within kids Jiu-Jitsu. We discuss the possible outcomes of Khabib vs Ferguson fight. And last but not least Ninja Rob takes a shallow dive into the history of Dagestan and its wrestlers. A note to all fans this episode was recorded on March 28th....
Apr 07, 2020•53 min•Season 1Ep. 47
Episode 46 is part 2 of 2 featuring Marco, Tim, Devin and the podcasts resident doctor, training partner and friend Dr. NJ Campbell to discuss the Coronavirus and the impact it is having on the martial arts world. In this episode we talk about societal collapse supply chain economics and we give our coronapocalypse predictions.
Mar 31, 2020•58 min•Season 1Ep. 46
NJ is invited back to discuss the implications of the current covid crisis with Dev, Tim, and Marco while they give a myriad of opinions on how society at large may be impacted.
Mar 24, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 45
It’s the coronapocalypse and Tim and Marco break quarantine for the podcast. They sit down to talk about the Coronavirus and how it is affecting the martial arts world. The virus has not only impacted the martial arts on a local level by forcing schools to close their doors but also canceling fights and grappling tournaments. Tim, excited for the end of the world as we know it gives some insight into his plan to survive the apocalypse if and when it happens and Marco gets excited about Devins ne...
Mar 17, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 44
On episode 43 Marco and Tim talk about the benefits of private lessons and what kind of student would benefit the most from them. They also get into a discussion about the differences between the bjj/mma world and the traditional martial arts world and why someone would choose Kung fu over Bjj and how to become certified in almost anything through Tim’s new business. They recap the big fights from the ufc and give their take on the controversial decisions in the championship fights.
Mar 10, 2020•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 43
On episode 42 Tim, Marco , and Devin talk about martial arts feuds between opposing styles and when to pick your battles. They discuss the Brazil trip, passport issues and concerns about the corona virus. They recap some recent ufc fights and what makes for a bad referee stoppage. We also talk about mixed style grappling matches and the early days of Philly Jiu jitsu.
Mar 03, 2020•52 min•Season 1Ep. 42
On episode 41 Tim and Marco talk the sweet science of boxing and recap the beat down of Deontay Wilder at the hands of Tyson Fury. They also talk about how to spot good and bad trainers and the recent controversy over Diego Sanchez and his weird new trainer/coach/physical therapist/manager/life coach.
Feb 25, 2020•57 min•Season 1Ep. 41
On the 40th episode, Marco and Tim are joined by good friend of the show and loyal listeners Kyle Cerminara and Kaitlyn Chookagian. Kyle is one of the best wrestling coaches in MMA and grappling and Kaitlyn is the #1 ufc female contender in her weight class. They talk about pet peeves, training, fighting, sous vide cooking, growing from an ugly duckling into a swan, and Kyles new wrestling instructional for bjj fanatics. Episode Summary On episode 40, Marco and Tim are joined by Kyle Cerminara a...
Feb 18, 2020•1 hr 36 min•Season 1Ep. 40
On episode 39, Marco gets a recap of UFC 247 from Tim and Devin. They breakdown the Jones vs Reyes main event and discuss the wild judging that night and the unpredictable nature of mma in general. Marco talks about his recent foray into cross country skiing and we talk some recent bjj news.
Feb 11, 2020•42 min•Season 1Ep. 39
