EPISODE · Feb 5, 2026 · 1H 49M
Law Enforcement Officer Ish Lopez, The Relentless Project Podcast Host
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Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org In this episode of the Jiu Jitsu Dummies, Milton and Ben sit down with Ish Lopez, a Pittsburgh-area Law Enforcement Officer and SRT (Special Response Team) operator who is deeply embedded in the professional side of the martial arts world. Ish brings a unique perspective to the show as the host of The Relentless Project podcast and the Operations Manager for Seminar Stack. We discuss his experience on the front lines, the logistical side of organizing world-class seminars, and how his background in law enforcement shapes his view of the BJJ community. We also dive into the mission of Academy Safe. Ish shares his insights from a first-responder's point of view on why background checks, safety certifications, and AED/CPR standards are essential components for any modern academy. In this episode, we cover: Tactical Jiu Jitsu: The reality of being an SRT officer and how BJJ translates to law enforcement. Seminar Stack & Logistics: Behind the scenes of helping the industry's best organize and share their knowledge. The Academy Safe Standard: Why high-level safety and verification are the gold standard for gym owners. The Relentless Mindset: Lessons learned from hosting The Relentless Project. Whether you're a first responder, a gym owner, or just a practitioner looking to understand the high-stakes side of the art, Ish brings a perspective you don’t want to miss. Instagram handles: @relentlessprjct @theishlopez @seminarstack Thank you to Episode Sponsors: Black Belt Digital Marketing - Request a FREE Review of your company's online presence today! Academy Safe - Join or Donate now Flow N Roll - Get 20% OFF with Code: JJD Leao Optics - Get 10% OFF with Code: JJD Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store - Get 15% OFF with code: JJD FightTape.us - Get 10% OFF with code: JJD Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and X or at [email protected] to submit questions for consideration on the show. You can now also find us on TikTok @JiuJitsuDummiesPodcast Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.
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Welcome to the Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org In this episode of the Jiu Jitsu Dummies, Milton and Ben sit down with Ish Lopez, a Pittsburgh-area Law Enforcement Officer and SRT (Special Response Team) operator who is deeply embedded in the professional side of the martial arts world. Ish brings a unique perspective to the show as the host of The Relentless Project podcast and the Operations Manager for Seminar Stack. We discuss his experience on the front lines, the logistical side of organizing world-class seminars, and how his background in law enforcement shapes his view of the BJJ community. We also dive into the mission of Academy Safe. Ish shares his insights from a first-responder's point of view on why background checks, safety certifications, and AED/CPR standards are essential components for any modern academy. In this episode, we cover: Tactical Jiu Jitsu: The reality of being an SRT officer and how BJJ translates to law enforcement. Seminar Stack & Logistics: Behind the scenes of helping the industry's best organize and share their knowledge. The Academy Safe Standard: Why high-level safety and verification are the gold standard for gym owners. The Relentless Mindset: Lessons learned from hosting The Relentless Project. Whether you're a first responder, a gym owner, or just a practitioner looking to understand the high-stakes side of the art, Ish brings a perspective you don’t want to miss. Instagram handles: @relentlessprjct @theishlopez @seminarstack Thank you to Episode Sponsors: Black Belt Digital Marketing - Request a FREE Review of your company's online presence today! Academy Safe - Join or Donate now Flow N Roll - Get 20% OFF with Code: JJD Leao Optics - Get 10% OFF with Code: JJD Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast Store - Get 15% OFF with code: JJD FightTape.us - Get 10% OFF with code: JJD Contact the Dummies @JiuJitsuDummies on Instagram, Facebook, and X or at [email protected] to submit questions for consideration on the show. You can now also find us on TikTok @JiuJitsuDummiesPodcast Visit Jiu Jitsu Dummies for more details about the show, becoming a Sponsor, and a list of sites and apps to download or view the podcast.
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