Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukah, and Happy Kwanzaa....or as I like to say.... What's up? I'm glad you all are back for another episode. In this episode I welcome back, my wife, Sarah and along with her this time is her best friend Chrystal. The audio is a little off at certain points. It's my first time with two at once, so I apologize for the awkwardness. We discussed Chrystal's favorite Christmas films and traditions, as well how long we believed in Santa Claus and A Nightmare Before Christmas....
Dec 23, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 27
Happy Holidays, y'all. On this week's episode I welcome my wife, Sarah, to sit down and discuss some of our favorite Christmas films. Throughout, we make reference to Krampus, many of the Rankin/Bass Holiday specials, Home Alone, and The Good Son. Sarah will return later in the week as we bring in outside conversationalist for more Christmas tradition and discussion. Thank you everyone for tuning in each week. This show only works because of you and I can't thank you all enough. If you have any ...
Dec 21, 2020•2 hr 41 min•Ep. 26
Hey.... This week we welcome back, friend of the podcast, Maryland Phil aka The Dinosaur Kid. Phil and I wanted to discuss the recent release of the live action New Mutants film, along with Die Hard and Batman Returns as Christmas films. We also discuss our favorite lines from Christmas films and the villainous genius of Alan Rickman. Deeper into the episode we go over our wish list for 2021 as it relates to the Hasbro toy line, Marvel Legends... we collect those and Phil brought me two. Get set...
Dec 14, 2020•2 hr 56 min•Ep. 25
Greetings and salutations.... This week's guest is the hilarious and interesting Anthony Cruz. Anthony is a black belt out of Legacy Jiu Jitsu in Los Angeles. On this late night episode, we talked about Anthony's start into jiu jitsu, his history as a magician and how that helps him make his Reels videos on Instagram, his unintentional charting on the Billboard charts, and dragons. You can check out Anthony's videos on Instagram at @jitscruz https://instagram.com/jitscruz?igshid=oj08c9q3j55f He ...
Dec 07, 2020•2 hr 50 min•Ep. 24
What's up, party people. I hope you all enjoyed those special Black Friday deals. Speaking of specials, I had a special returning guest on this week. Off the Mats welcomed back Paige aka the original @bjjmomma . This week we discussed the awesomeness of Elisabeth Clay and her black belt promotion. We also chatted about holiday plans in a Covid world, returning to the mats, Christmas movies, and BJJ & Parenting. So, go ahead and put on your sweatpants because you're about to get full on good conv...
Nov 30, 2020•2 hr 38 min•Ep. 23
I want to start by apologizing for the low volume on the episode. My volume wasn't adjusted and I was not aware until after. I did make an attempt at fixing it, though. On this episode, I welcome friend and fellow grappler, Joe Huggins. We jumped topics way too often and almost without warning, Of those topics, we discuss "Essential" MCU films, coaching and teaching, properly chewing food, and The Mandalorian. Get buckled in and prepare for a low volume ride all over the place. You can find Joe ...
Nov 23, 2020•2 hr 33 min•Ep. 22
Greetings, y'all. I'm glad you're back for another episode. This week I was able to sit and talk with Teanna Taylor of Stealth BJJ Madrid where she is a co-operator. During our conversation, Teanna shared her challenges earlier in her training career. We also, discussed the importance of fundamentals, foreign languages, Randy Newman and the Toy Story Soundtrack, and finer details in training and technique breakdown. For more of Teanna's adventures, you can follow her at https://www.instagram.com...
Nov 16, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 21
Welcome back for another fresh episode. This week's guest is a young woman from Northern Ireland who is a blue belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, as well as a mental health advocate. I welcome Andi from Belfast. In this episode we discuss her jiu jitsu journey, mental health as it relates to BJJ and Covid, toxic behavior in jiu jitsu, and Deadpool. So buckle, hookers, we going across the pond and chatting it up. Thank you everyone for your continued support and time. You can always reach me at @offthe...
Nov 09, 2020•2 hr 38 min•Ep. 707
What's up you savages? This week's guest on the podcast is a martial artist, a content creator, and an all around great guy. I recently sat down with Zach from Student of BJJ. We discussed his introduction into Brazilian Jiu JItsu and a bit of his journey from beginning to current, Covid-19 and how it's directly effecting our lives and the lives of many others who train, and humanizing super heroes. Thank you, everyone for listening and all the positive feedback. Please, if you have any comments...
Nov 02, 2020•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 19
Welcome back! As we close out our horror movie talks, we welcome from the great state of Michigan, Newt. In our final installment, Newt and I discuss the rebirth of horror in it's various waves, the evil of Freddy Krueger, the beauty of Detroit, and the social commentary of They Live!. So get settled in on this Devil's Night and enjoy yourself. Thank you, everyone for listening and all the positive feedback. Please, if you have any comments or concerns or advice, contact me at @offthematspodcats...
Oct 30, 2020•2 hr 1 min•Ep. 18
Welcome back! As we continue a dive into our love for horror, we welcome The Rush Family into this circus. What's unique about my discussion with them about horror films is that we did take a turn toward a jiu jitsu conversation. So stick around as we dig into reboots and remakes of some classic films and Wednesday's fear of ice cream trucks. Thank you, everyone for listening and all the positive feedback. Please, if you have any comments or concerns or advice, contact me at @offthematspodcats o...
Oct 28, 2020•3 hr 37 min•Ep. 17
Happy October, y'all. As we're creeping closer to Halloween, I'm going to get into some discussions about horror films. For this episode (1 of 3), I sit with one of my first best friends and fellow horror fan, Echo Latrice. We have a talk about her love for the creature genre of horror films and specifically vampires and how werewolves get no love. Thank you, all, for your constant support. I know I say this every week, but it's genuine form my heart. I appreciate you all. If you have any questi...
Oct 26, 2020•2 hr 38 min•Ep. 16
Welcome back, savages. In this week's episode, I am joined by my long time friends and new grapplers; Chris and Kian. We will discuss their experience, as prior to recording, we all went over and took a stab at jiu jitsu for the first time. We find out what the feelings were as they stepped onto the mat, went through the warmup, and where they think they'll be moving forward with jiu jitsu. So go ahead and get settled in as we go on another adventure. As always, thank you for your continued supp...
Oct 19, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 15
Welcome back, everyone. On this week's episode I sit with my friend Jess and we discuss her weight loss and health journey and how it led her to the Carnivore diet. For more info on the carnivore diet, follow the links listed below. You can also follow Jess at the link below, as well. As always, thank you everyone for lending me your ear and listening to my conversations with friends. Any questions or concerns, contact me at @offthematspodcast or @bjj.wiki on Instagram. https://instagram.com/jes...
Oct 12, 2020•2 hr 31 min•Ep. 14
Welcome back everybody. This week's episode I sit and talk with my friend Tommy. We discuss a variety of topics that range from pro wrestling, grappling, boxing, and taking part in a combat sport while having a colostomy/lieostomy. Tommy and I both have stomas and we talk a bit about that experience and when he was diagnosed, had the surgery, and how it effects his daily life. If you are interested in more info, please see the links below. Also, thank you to everyone who tunes in each week. I gr...
Oct 05, 2020•2 hr 30 min•Ep. 13
In this debut episode, I sit with my teammate and friend, Mark and discuss our different styles of grappling. We also get off topic and discuss what 20th Century Fox did with the X-Men franchise versus what Marvel Studios did and what Warner Bros. is doing with the DC Comics properties. When listening, you'll see that we're still working out the kinks, but still have a good time and circle back to BJJ and Saved By the Bell. Thanks all for listening and if you want to join the show for a discussi...
Oct 04, 2020•2 hr 2 min•Ep. 1
Join us this week as I sit with my friends Angelina and Matt and discuss their journey into jiu jitsu, their transition from one gym to another, loyalty, and bar fights with the Spice Girls.
Oct 04, 2020•2 hr 53 min•Ep. 2
Join us this week as we sit with long time friend, Joe KW aka Uncle Dolphin of Nerd Rage Radio. This week we discuss Joe's martial arts background and how he can kill me with relative ease. We also dig into some horror movie talk, who caused Covid-19, and Jon Jones. So download and enjoy my soothing monotone and have a good time. You can find Joe on Nerd Rage Radio's weekly podcast. As well as on Instagram at @uncle_dolphin. And follow he and his wife on Twitch at twitch.tv/kelee_the_terrible_hi...
Oct 04, 2020•2 hr 6 min•Ep. 3
On this episode, I sit with my friend Brandon aka Coach Thor as we discuss his experiences fighting in the cage and fight preparation with the team over in Camp Springs, MD. We also talk about Jon Jones and his moving up to the heavyweight division in the UFC. So, charge your earbuds, saddle up, and join us for a fun ride. And please feel free to comment and let us know how we're doing. What works and what doesn't. Thank you for listening.
Oct 04, 2020•2 hr 56 min•Ep. 4
Join me this week for take 2 of my sit down with Paige aka @bjjmomma, as we talk about her leap from swimming to BJJ, being a parent and balancing training, our love of Mulan, and 6 degrees of Chadwick Boseman (Rest in Peace). Also, head over to FlexPro Meals and use offer code bjjmomma20 to save on some yummy meals, As always, thank you all for listening, If you are interesting in joining me, reach out to me at @offthematspodcast on Instagram. And please, let me know how we're doing. What you l...
Oct 04, 2020•2 hr 39 min•Ep. 5
WARNING!!!! This episode will have very little, if any, talk about martial arts. My guest on this episode is one half of the Why So Nerdy??? Podcast. Michael and I fall into a deep nerd rabbit hole and discuss The Batman, Super Villains, Peanut Allergies & our love of Reese's, and my love for Jem and the Holograms. You can find Michael and Will handling business on Why So Nerdy??? on Facebook and Instagram as well as their weekly podcast at the link below. Also check out Will's new project #theb...
Oct 04, 2020•2 hr 46 min•Ep. 706
Welcome back, y'all!!! This week, I'm excited to have one of my oldest friends on as a guest. Just a head's up... It's a two parter. Stevie and I get into tales of "Remember When...?" and music. Very little jiu jitsu or MMA is discussed on this part, but we had a great time and some good laughs. So join us as we go back to the 90's and chat about our obscure music habits and my desire to start an OnlyFans page. As always, thank you everyone for listening to the rants of a crazy kid from Maryland...
Oct 04, 2020•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 7
And we're back with Part 2 or 7.5 of what we labeled #ColomptonMafia. Stevie and I continue our music conversation as we slip further down the rabbit hole and talk about shows that we've gone to. We also talk about who's hot in music today and finally a discussion about jiu jitsu and Steve having to sign the waiver. As always, thank you everyone for listening to the rants of a crazy kid from Maryland. Please, check us out on Instagram at @offthematspodcast if you're interested in chatting or hav...
Oct 04, 2020•2 hr 59 min•Ep. 705
Hey everybody, we're back once again with another episode this week. On this episode I have another longtime friend sharing pod space with me. Matt and I sat with the intention of talking Week 1 of the NFL season, but ended up talk about Maryland football being terrible, jiu jitsu and getting Matt back into it, how terrible we are at fantasy baseball, and the Red Wings being the only bright spot in Detroit sports history. So get settled in and prepare for conversation that jumps from one topic t...
Oct 04, 2020•3 hr 58 min•Ep. 8
Welcome back everyone. My guest for this episode is another member of the Nerd Rage Radio (NRR) collective, Maryland Phil aka The Dinosaur Kid. Our primary discussion is focused on the recent release of New Mutants, a film made by 21st Century Fox and released by Marvel Studios and Disney. If you plan on seeing the film and don't want spoilers... avoid this episode. Otherwise, we discuss the film's plot and character arcs, we talk about more comic book matters that include my missed attempt at o...
Oct 04, 2020•4 hr 34 min•Ep. 9
Welcome back to another week of our weekly routine. Things are back to normal and the episodes will be back to once per week. My guest for this episode is a martial artist, stand up comedian, pro wrestling fan, and friend. I present to you... Matt Savage. In our discussion, we actually talk a lot about jiu jitsu and Matt's recent promotion to BJJ Blue Belt. We also go over our experiences on the mat as former teammates and since the last time we've rolled, as well as Matt's comedy experience, so...
Oct 04, 2020•2 hr 6 min•Ep. 10
What's up everybody, we've returned once again with a delayed episode as I had a lot of technical difficulty getting this one together. Never fear, though, I figured it out. My guest this episode is a teammate, an airman, a gamer, and he lost an eye and found it. I present to you....Jarrod aka Cyclops. Jarrod and I discuss what brought him into jiu jitsu and the martial arts world, the amazing story of how he got the name "Cyclops" and how crazy he is, and his passion for video games and people....
Oct 04, 2020•2 hr 39 min•Ep. 11
Hey everyone, welcome back for a very special episode of Off the Mats Podcast. My guest this time around is a grappler, a father, and an author. Today we will sit with Mir Khalid Ali, the author of the Jiu Jitsu themed children's book, the Jiu Jitsu Ponytail. We discuss Khalid's inspiration to write such a wonderful story, along with his experience on the mat, the struggle of fathers tying the perfect ponytail, and his favorite super hero. Also, in celebration of the release of the e-book and pa...
Oct 04, 2020•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 12
