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Off the Mats Podcast

The Off the Mats Podcast is hosted by Jake Dante, a jiu jitsu practitioner in Maryland and all around regular guy. On the show, various topics are discussed ranging from training to dealing with injury and mental health as it relates to martial arts. We also talk about other topics outside of that realm that can go anywhere from comic books to films to pro wrestling and even just general family life.

Episodes

Off the Mats Nerdcast #7- Moon Knight

What's up, happy people. Welcome back to another edition of the podcast. This episode, Maryland Phil and I will talk about the Disney Plus series Moon Knight. We go over the usual scores, along with the good, the bad, the ugly, and we even heavily disagree on the ending. Maryland Phil can be found on Twitter hosting @nerdragecast where he keeps us up to date on the Nerd Rage happenings and comic and movie news. Thank you all for listening to and supporting the podcast. Below, you'll find info on...

Jun 13, 20221 hr 23 minEp. 7

Off the Mats #110- Jiu Jitsu Makes Me Happy feat. Just An0ther Jess

What's up, everybody? This week on the podcast I'm happy to speak with my friend Jess about her fitness and jiu jitsu journey. In our conversation we addressed the importance of taking it slow, jiu jitsu community, and rehabbing injuries. Thank you everyone for all your downloads and support. I greatly appreciate it all. Each week, the numbers continue to grow. Thank you. Big shout outs to everyone who has helped Jess along her journey. @doctor_kickass @Guerrillajjreno @Blackdiamondbjj @Cedrics_...

Jun 06, 20221 hrEp. 110

Off the Mats #109- Catching Up With Teanna Taylor

Hi everyone. This week on the podcast, I welcome back my good friend @teanna_taylor for a quick catch up. This time around we discuss why she left England for Madrid, belt promotions, weather, and hip hop dancing. Thank you everyone for all your downloads and support. I greatly appreciate it all. Each week, the numbers continue to grow. Thank you. Also, major shout out to Dr. Carl Bescoby over at @theinjurypsychologist. He has been a major help to Teanna as she has returned to the mats. Be sure ...

May 30, 20221 hr 12 minEp. 109

Off the Mats Nerdcast #6- Doctor Strange in Evil Dead 4

Hey people. Maryland Phil and I are back with another spoiler filled episode of the podcast. In this edition we'll discuss Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. We give our Good, Bad, and Ugly of the film, our viewer scores, and our feelings on where this film ranks amongst the rest. I also took Benadryl and you can tell. Maryland Phil can be found on Twitter hosting @nerdragecast where he keeps us up to date on the Nerd Rage happenings and comic and movie news. Thank you all for listenin...

May 25, 20222 hr 50 minEp. 6

Off the Mats Podcast #108- Victory or Valhalla

What's up, savages? Welcome back to another fresh episode of the podcast. This week I had the opportunity to sit and talk with owner of Asgard503 and 10th Planet Portland grappler, Michael Ciochon where we discussed his journey in BJJ and how he turned his side hustle into his main hustle. Big shout out to my guest, Michael Ciochon. Go visit asgard503.com and use promo code podcast20 and save yourself 20% on your purchase. Thank you everyone for all your downloads and support. I greatly apprecia...

May 23, 20222 hr 47 minEp. 108

Off the Mats Podcast #107- If It’s On the Internet, It’s True

On this episode we welcome back the host of the Razzle Dazzle Podcast, Nevik and @shutupnut. We talk more LOST, we celebrate @shutupnut getting promoted to BJJ blue belt and talk a little bit of jiu jitsu, TV shows, and wine..... I drink wine and you can tell. Thank you everyone for all your downloads and support. I greatly appreciate it all. Each week, the numbers continue to grow. Thank you. @shutupnut can be found on Instagram being an overall badass practicing jiu jitsu. Also, head over to T...

May 16, 20222 hr 53 minEp. 107

Off the Mats Podcast #106- Happy Birthday, Sophie

Welcome, everyone, to a very special episode of the podcast. This week, I sat down with my daughter and talked about her birthday and all the fun things that she got to do and all the cool stuff that she likes. Thank you all for listening to and supporting the podcast. Below, you'll find info on where to find the shows and social media. Go give a follow and listen to @so_you_like_horror on Instagram and listen to the new episode on Spotify https://spoti.fi/3Jqrrxj Also, big shout out to @armbara...

May 09, 202225 minEp. 106

Off the Mats Podcast #105 -Jiu Jitsu is for Everyone

Welcome back everyone. This week on the podcast, I had the pleasure to sit and converse with Jordan and Nikky from 10th Planet Portland. One the episode we discussed the hard work and time that goes into producing technique videos on social media, jiu jitsu as self defense, and Buggy Chokes: A Cautionary Tale. Jordan and Nikky can both be found on Instagram at @justjordanjiujitsu and @Nikaticks where you can find them sharing the art of jiu jitsu. Also, big shout out to Nikky's sponsors over at ...

May 02, 20221 hr 6 minEp. 105

Off the Mats #104- JiuJitsu Mindset

What's up, Happy People? This week I welcome Vannessa Griffin, black belt from Crazy 88 MMA, to the show. On this episode we discuss competing in BJJ, the difference between coaching and competing, and we try to figure out which is worst...being grounded or put on punishment. Vannessa can be found on Instagram at @griffinbjj where you can follow her journey on the mats. Also, big shout out to @Moyabrand who is a sponsor of Vannessa. Thank you all for listening to and supporting the podcast. Belo...

Apr 25, 202249 minEp. 104

Off the Mats #103- From BJJ to Wrestling and Back Again

This week on the podcast, I welcome friend and teammate, Michael Garlington. On this episode we talk about Michale's jiu jitsu journey, how his wrestling complimented his jiu jitsu and vice versa, becoming a Maryland state champion wrestler, and his upcoming podcast "Stop Hitting Yourself". Thank you all for listening to and supporting the podcast. Below, you'll find info on where to find the shows and social media. Go give a follow and listen to @so_you_like_horror on Instagram and listen to th...

Apr 18, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 103

Off the Mats Nerdcast #5- Hawkeye is A Regular A** Dude

Y'all remember Hawkeye? We didn't, so Maryland Phil and I had a conversation about the Disney Plus series. We give our Good, Bad, and Ugly about the series. We talk about Spiderman, Daredevil, and Kingpin. And we eat gummy worms. Maryland Phil can be found on Twitter hosting @nerdragecast where he keeps us up to date on the Nerd Rage happenings and comic and movie news. Thank you all for listening to and supporting the podcast. Below, you'll find info on where to find the shows and social media....

Apr 13, 20222 hr 32 minEp. 5

Off the Mats #102- Layers of BJJ

Hey everyone, thanks for joining us for another episode of the podcast. This week we welcome back our good friend Zack who is working hard to bring us a training app to help us improve our grappling. This week we did some catching up and talking about the many layers of jiu jitus as it relates to learning and competing. Zack can be found at @studentofbjj on Instagram and you can follow the progress of the app by following @champions_keep_score on Instagram as well. Thank you all for listening to...

Apr 11, 20221 hr 20 minEp. 102

Off the Mats #101- Mat Savage

Welcome back for another week of podcast shenanigans. This week I welcome back my good friend Matt Savage. During our conversation we discussed Wrestlemania before it happened, Matt's first competition at blue belt, shit talking in sports, and upcoming local MMA fights. You can find Matt on Instagram at IG: bjj_deadpool IG: @supwithmatt Facebook: @MattSavageSUP https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9jOThmMWYwL3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz Thank you all for listening to and supporting ...

Apr 04, 20222 hr 36 minEp. 101

Off the Mats #100- Our Jiu JItsu Community

Welcome back, everyone. We made it to #100. On this special episode, Teanna Taylor and I sit with several BJJ personalities from within the community and Instagram to have a Jiu JItsu Roundtable Session. Hangout as we speak with Alex Enriquez about mindset, Johan about the BJJ scene in Sweden, Zack about finding time for life and BJJ, and Paige highlighting the change in culture as we are living through it. Thank you all for listening to and supporting the podcast during all of the ups and downs...

Mar 28, 20222 hr 57 minEp. 100

Off the Mats Nerdcast #4- The Batman

It's been awhile since we sat and talked comic stuff, so welcome back to another episode of the Nerdcast where Maryland Phil and I discuss The Batman. We go over our likes and dislikes, our overall score, and our hopes for future installments. Maryland Phil can be found on Twitter hosting @nerdragecast where he keeps us up to date on the Nerd Rage happenings and comic and movie news. Thank you all for listening to and supporting the podcast. Below, you'll find info on where to find the shows and...

Mar 23, 20221 hr 6 minEp. 4

Off the Mats #99- When In Rome... Do Jiu Jitsu

What's happening friends? This week on the podcast we catch up with Julia Blackburn as she has returned from Rome and competing at the IBJJF Europeans. We discussed her lead up as she stopped off in Atlanta to take part in the Atlanta Open. We also talked about the foods she ate, the communication, and plans moving forward. And we had a visit from my daughter during the episode. Thank you all for listening to and supporting the podcast. Below, you'll find info on where to find the shows and soci...

Mar 21, 20221 hr 11 minEp. 99

Off the Mats #98- Jiu JItsu Expose’

What's up, family? Welcome back to the podcast. This week, I welcome to the show, the hosts of the Razzle Dazzle Podcast, @shutupnut and Nevik. On this episode we talk about the hit ABC show LOST, Jiu JItsu, more LOST, and Halloween. Thank you everyone for all your downloads and support. I greatly appreciate it all. Each week, the numbers continue to grow. Thank you. @shutupnut can be found on Instagram being an overall badass practicing jiu jitsu. Also, head over to Twitter to stay updated on t...

Mar 14, 20222 hr 10 minEp. 98

Off the Mats #97- The Road Back to Competition feat. Teanna Taylor

Welcome back listeners. As we begin our countdown to episode 100, I welcome back @teanna_taylor_bjj as we discuss her return to competition after over 2 years off of the mats, which included 2 major knee surgeries and Covid shutting down the world. We talk about her feelings after winning Bronze at the IBJJF Europeans, the emotions after victory, and her plans for future competition. Thank you everyone for all your downloads and support. I greatly appreciate it all. Each week, the numbers contin...

Mar 07, 202248 minEp. 97

Off the Mats #96- Random Acts of Conversation

What's up, everyone? Welcome back for another week of the podcast. This episode was a little chaotic since i was recording while at work. All the same, we had a fun discussion that featured returning guest, Adam Russman. We talked about more Spider-Man, Joe Rogan, family, and Batman. It really was all over the place. Follow the links below to join the Warriors Lodge Gaming Club on Facebook and Meet Up. Also check out @beerandbolters40k on Instagram https://www.facebook.com/groups/warriorslodge/ ...

Feb 28, 20222 hr 36 minEp. 96

Off the Mats #95- Fighting Adversity feat. Jamie Colleen

This week on the podcast, I welcome Philadelphia fighter, Jamie Colleen. Jamie and I discussed her journey into MMA and battling through injuries. We also talk about being parents and what songs she would choose to dance to if Dancing With the Stars gave her a call. Thank you everyone for all your downloads and support. I greatly appreciate it all. Each week, the numbers continue to grow. Thank you. Jamie can be found on Instagram at @badmmama being an overall positive figure on the platform and...

Feb 21, 202254 minEp. 95

Off the Mats #94- An Open Talk Session 2

What's up, friends and family. Welcome back to another episode of the podcast. This episode, I welcome back Raj from @_opentalk on Instagram. It's not your typical episode with lots of silliness and laughs. This time around, Raj and I talk about grief and processing it. We both share our experiences dealing with losing a close friend and how we managed then and now. Thank you everyone for all your downloads and support. I greatly appreciate it all. Each week, the numbers continue to grow. Thank ...

Feb 14, 20221 hr 2 minEp. 94

Off the Mats #93- Fighting to Win feat. Alex Enriquez

What's up, family? Welcome back to another week of the podcast. This week I had the pleasure of conversing with newly promoted Black Belt in BJJ, Fight to Win flyweight champion at Black Belt, and all around bad ass, Alex Enriquez. Alex and I talked about the challenges she's encountered while pursuing a pro BJJ career, what drives her as a competitor, and who would be her BJJ dream match up. Thank you everyone for all your downloads and support. I greatly appreciate it all. Each week, the numbe...

Feb 07, 20221 hr 1 minEp. 93

Off the Mats #92- It’s Not Just Jiu JItsu, That’s Life feat. Katie Egan

Welcome back to the podcast. This week's guest is BJJ competitor, Katie Egan. On this episode Katie shared her jiu jitsu journey up to this point and plans upcoming in the near future. We also, talked about the challenges that she's faced and her happiest memories, thus far. Thank you everyone for all your downloads and support. I greatly appreciate it all. Each week, the numbers continue to grow. Thank you. Katie can be found on Instagram at @womenwhorollbjj sharing the art of Brazilian Jiu Jit...

Jan 31, 202251 minEp. 92

Off the mats #91- Fight Night in Sweden

What's up, listeners? This episode, I welcome back @johlor80 who has been on previous episodes and this time he is back to talk about UFC 270 and the fallout. We talk about the state of the Men's Flyweight division and when they'll fight again, fighter pay, and what Frances Ngannou will do next. Thank you everyone for all your downloads and support. I greatly appreciate it all. Each week, the numbers continue to grow. Thank you. Johan can be found on Instagram at @johlor80 sharing the art of Bra...

Jan 24, 20222 hr 30 minEp. 91

Off the Mats #90- Hip Hop and Jiu Jitsu

Greetings, everyone. This week on the podcast, I welcome fellow grappler and recording artist, Lear Kirkland. Lear is a BJJ purple belt, training out of @voyagemartialarts in St. Claire Shores, MI. On this episode we discuss his jiu jitsu journey and also the inspiration behind his album titled, The Gift Rap Vol. 1. Several songs have been used on post throughout Instagram, including "Subs Only", "Level Up", and "For the Art". Lear will be competing on April 15, 2022 at Grapple In the Temple. St...

Jan 18, 202243 minEp. 90

Off the Mats #89- Training and Sacrifice

What's up,, listeners? This week on the podcast I welcome back my good friend, teammate, and fellow nerd... Joe Huggins. In this episode we discussed training and sacrifice, Covid, Wristlocks, and more Spiderman: No Way Home. Thank you all for listening to and supporting the podcast. Below, you'll find info on where to find the shows and additional info. New Show Alert.... Go give a follow and listen to @so_you_like_horror on Instagram and listen to the new episode on Spotify https://spoti.fi/33...

Jan 10, 20221 hr 27 minEp. 89

Off the Mats #88- Spiderman: No Way, Homie

What's going on, nerds? We're back with a super spoiler heavy episode of the podcast involving Spider: No Way Home. This week, I have my good friend Maryland Phil from @nerdrageradioig. We discuss the Giood, the Bad, and the Ugly about the film...although, Phil went real heavy on the good in one setting. We talked our personal feelings and where we think the franchise goes and what we want to see.. Thank you all for listening to and supporting the podcast. Below, you'll find a new layout and inf...

Jan 03, 20222 hr 25 minEp. 88

Off the Mats #87- Small Town Jiu Jitsu

This week on the podcast, I welcome Seth Rice who operates @loyaltybjjelko and @loyaltybjjwinn in Nevada. We go into the history of Loyalty BJJ and how Seth ended up where he is as it relates to training and running two gyms. If you stick around until the end, we even talk a little bit about Spider-Man. Thank you all for listening to and supporting the podcast. Below, you can find out where to locate the show for listening and also the social media links.. Shout out to @armbaraddict on Instagram...

Dec 27, 20212 hr 33 minEp. 87

Off the Mats #86- Armbars Are Good

Welcome back everyone. This week on the podcast, I welcome Eric and Ally from @armbaraddict. We explore their training origins... the how and the when and the why. We discuss how the journey is different for everyone and did you know.... Ally is on that next level snowboarding game? Tune in to find out more. I'd like to offer a huge shout out and thank you to @ericgoesham and @allywolski for being my guest and sharing their stories with me. Go give them a follow at @armbaraddict over on Instagra...

Dec 20, 20211 hr 15 minEp. 86

Off the Mats #85- A Road to Recovery

What's up everyone. Welcome back for another episode of the podcast. This week's guest is my good friend and returning guest, @teanna_taylor_bjj On this episode, we have a conversation about injury recovery and prepping for the IBJJF Europeans, set for February 14, 2022. It's been a long journey and Teanna was gracious enough to come on and share that journey with us. Also, major shout out to Dr. Carl Bescoby over at @evolveyourinjury. He has been a major help to Teanna as she journeys back to t...

Dec 13, 202157 minEp. 85