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BJJ Babes Podcast
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From mat to mic, women who train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu tell their stories. You'll hear from women of all belt levels, whether they are hobbyists, competitors, or a little of both. They'll tell you what got them started, what got them hooked, what they love, and what advice they have for those who are just getting started.
Episodes
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Understanding Non-Binary Experiences in Jiu Jitsu with Kip
Welcome back! It is so incredibly important for me to share as many different stories as I can on the pod, so all kinds of jiu jitsu practitioners can feel seen and heard. I was so happy when Kip agreed to share their story as a grappler who identifies as non-binary. Kip shares their journey into...
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Finding Your Mat Home ft. Rachel Yang
In this episode of the BJJ Babes podcast, Rachel Yang shares her journey in Jiu-Jitsu and Luta Livre, discussing her motivations for starting martial arts, the importance of competition, and the challenges faced by women in the sport. She emphasizes the significance of finding the right training...
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You're Wanted Here: Brie Marks from Fight Med Collective
In this episode, Bree Marks shares her journey into Jiu-Jitsu, discussing how it has transformed her life, improved her mental health, and fostered a sense of community. She emphasizes the importance of women in martial arts, the benefits of training for healthcare professionals, and the need for...
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Not Playing It Safe Anymore: Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone with Lauren Barone
Summary In this conversation, Lauren Barone, a Jiu-Jitsu blue belt and owner of the Philly Phenoms in the Professional Grappling Federation (PGF), shares her journey in the world of Jiu-Jitsu, her experiences as a competitor, and her transition into team ownership. She discusses the challenges…
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Empowering Women Through Jiu-Jitsu: Unbreakable Women's Grappling Camp
In this episode of the BJJ Babes podcast, I speak with Mendi and Kari, the founders of the Unbreakable Women's Jiu-Jitsu Camp. They discuss their personal journeys in jiu-jitsu, the importance of creating a supportive environment for women in the sport, and the role of competition in personal...
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Simple, Effective Skincare for Grapplers: Becky from MilUsos Skincare
Training hard shouldn’t mean wrecking your skin. In this episode, I sit down with Becky, the founder of MilUsos Skincare, a brand created specifically for grapplers who need skincare that actually works — without a 12-step routine. Becky shares how her own experience on the mats exposed a major…
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Training Differently: Embracing Neurodivergence in Jiu Jitsu with Neurodivergent Grappler Blue
Blu, known online as The Neurodivergent Grappler, joins us to share her journey training BJJ as a neurodivergent athlete. From managing decision paralysis to finding the right community, Blu offers an honest, empowering look at what it means to thrive by doing Jiu Jitsu your own way. Connect with...
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Bending, Not Breaking: Christina Lucidi on Training Jiu Jitsu with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
In this episode, we sit down with Christina Lucidi, a 10th Planet purple belt whose jiu jitsu journey defies expectations. Christina lives and trains with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) — a connective tissue disorder that affects joint stability and mobility. Despite the challenges, she’s found…
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From Sacred Plants to Sacred Practice: Erika Huarcaya's Story
Come listen to Erika, a BJJ purple belt, mother, and plant medicine practitioner, share her story of training BJJ, living in Scotland, and sharing her traditional plant medicine from Peru with others! To connect with Erika and learn more about her work: Instagram: @erikacaya1204 @nativewisdomhub...
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From Planning Rodeos to Tap Cancer Out: Sarah Fanning
Hey babes! Welcome back! This week, come listen to me chat with Sarah Fanning, BJJ white belt, and Academy Relationship Manager at Tap Cancer Out! Come listen to Sarah's journey as she went from planning rodeos in Cheyenne, Wyoming, to planning BJJ competitions and Global Grappling Day, all for a...
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Creating Trauma-Informed Guidelines for Gyms with Molly Higgins
You never know what someone is carrying with them when they walk in the door to train. Jiu Jitsu, and other martial arts, when taught in a healthy environment, has many benefits for trauma survivors, including survivors of intimate partner violence. That's why Molly Higgins, a BJJ purple belt…
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Scientist and Jiujiteira Catherine Lopez
Welcome back babes! This week I'm talking to one of my classmates from the weekly women's class I attend in San Diego. Cat is a BJJ white belt and a scientist. We talk science, BJJ, and some heavy topics about toxic gym dynamics, including grooming and abuse - so trigger warning on that. Thanks…
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The Value of Effort Over Time: From Classical Music to Modern Jiu Jitsu with Tess Kent
Hey babes! Welcome to this week's episode. This week, I interview Tess Kent, a celloist and jiu jitsu purple belt based out of Texas. Come listen to us chat about gym selection, competition, learning theories, and more! To connect with Tess: @tesskent.2 on instagram To share your story, send me a...
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Avoiding the 20 Year Old Testosterone MMA Meat Shops with Leah Barretta
Unless that's your thing, and then, go nuts! Welcome back babes! After a nice long hiatus, and some soul-reviving travel, I am back with another episode! This week, I am talking to Leah, a 52-year old white belt. Come listen to Leah talk about how she started martial arts, while working to find…
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Jiu Jitsu on the Beach with Talita Alencar and Jed Dulaney
What's up babes? Ever thought about sparring on the beach? This week's guests sure did. This week I'm talking to Jed Dulaney, and Talita Alencar of the Beach Jiu Jitsu International Federation. You may know of Talita already as a multi-time Jiu Jitsu world champion, and UFC fighter. In addition…
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Expecting Women to Behave Like Men is Like Expecting a Fish to Climb a Tree: Jiu Jitsu, Mental Performance, and Nervous System Regulation with Briana Bowley
Hey babes! Welcome to this week's episode of the BJJ Babes podcast! This week, I'm bringing you an interview with Briana Bowley, a BJJ practitioner, and mental performance and nervous system regulation coach. Briana developed her system for helping athletes and other high performance individuals...
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Wristlocking the White Belts with BJJ.Wiki Dante
Hey there babes! Welcome back! I took a little hiatus last week due to some work circumstances, but I'm back with your latest interview! This week, I'm talking to Dante, founder of the BJJ Wiki instagram account and host of the Off the Mats podcast. Dante contributes a lot to the online BJJ...
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There is Absolutely Crying (And Laughing) in Jiu Jitsu: AJ Clingerman on Creating Community
Hey babes! This week, I am so honored to share my interview with AJ Clingerman, a black belt instructor, and the founder of Roll Model Grappling Camps in Indiannapolis, Indiana. Join me and listen to AJ talk about how she finally fell in love with Jiu Jitsu when she did it for her, creating...
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Being Comfortable in Uncomfortable Positions: Purple Belt Maria
Welcome back this week babes! This week, I am talking to Maria Pineda, a purple belt out of Black Sheep Jiu Jitsu in El Paso, Texas. Maria talks about coming into Jiu Jitsu from a wrestling background, the ecological method used at her gym, teaching women's classes, and growing a community of...
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The Jiu Jitsu Journey of No Gi Yogi Jody Shields
Hey babes! This week, we're talking to Jody Shields, a purple belt training at Mythic BJJ in Fullerton, CA, known on instagram as the No Gi Yogi! I met Jody back in August at a Girls in Gis seminar in SoCa. I was thrilled to get her on the pod and hear her story of how she started training jiu...
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Is Your ACADEMY SAFE: Tough Conversations with Academy Safe Founder Milton Campis
What kind of research, beyond what's the schedule, and how much does it cost, did you do when choosing your first jiu jitsu academy? Have you ever googled, "sexual assault martial arts"? Were you aware of the instances of sexual harassment, child abuse, and other misconduct in the BJJ community...
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Unsolicited, unqualified opinions, and a holiday hiatus
No interview this week -- just a short episode of me talking about some recent news in the jiu jitsu world, WNO, and some of the competitors I'm excited about for no gi worlds! This is my last episode for 2024 - I am taking a break over the holidays from publishing episode, but will be back with...
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You Can't Get Good if You Don't Accept the Process: G.I.R.L.S. PDX Founder Sarah Oriza
And the process is sucking for a long time! Join me in hearing from the co-owner of the first women's only BJJ and martial arts gym in Portland, Oregon, G.I.R.L.S. Gym, black belt Sarah Oriza! Sarah started training martial arts at 15, and even had a stint as a professional MMA fighter, but her...
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From Pain to Podium: Erin Quillen's Journey Back to the Competition Mats
Hey babes! This week, Erin "Brutal Viking" Quillen, a brown belt at Checkmat Upland shares her story of how she started jiu jitsu, got hooked, and overcame a serious back injury to return to competition.
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Never Skip Gi Day: Jiu Jitsu Girl Dad Joe Dobry
This week I'm catching up with an old friend, Joe Dobry, who trains BJJ in Towson, Maryland. Joe talks about his experiences training BJJ, MMA, Muay Thai, boxing, and being a girl dad. Check out Joe's sponsor: silverbackstripes.com Share your story: Instagram: @bjjbabespodcast TikTok:...
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We All Look Silly Sometimes: Creating a Safe Space for Women in Jiu Jitsu with Ashley
Remember Megan from Lady Savage Fightwear? Meet Megan's coach, Ashley, purple belt, and women's program Instructor at Resolve Martial Arts Academy in Orillia, Ontario. Join me as Ashley tells her story of how she got started in BJJ and how she came to teach the women's classes at Resolve…
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Jiu Jitsu at any age: Jiu Jitsu Grandma Elaine
Starting Jiu Jitsu at any age can be intimidating, let alone at 69. But that's exactly what this week's guest, Elaine, did. Now 76, and a purple belt, Elaine is known all over the world on Instagram as Jiu Jitsu Grandma. Come here Elaine share her inspiring story. Follow Elaine on Instagram:...
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Girl, wear your mouthguard: Supporting other women in Jiu Jitsu with Marné Chiccarelli
Marné Chiccarelli, Black belt and co-owner of Carpio Jiu Jitsu in Long Beach, CA tells her story of how she started jiu jitsu, and her journey to opening a gym with her husband during the pandemic and her new project, BJJ Gal—a mentorship program aimed at assisting female BJJ athletes with...
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A Lady and a Savage: Megan from Lady Savage Fightwear
Fightwear in hot magenta pink? Sign me right up! Megan started Jiu Jitsu almost two years ago, and became frustrated with the clothing options for women. So she created her own, and Lady Savage Fightwear was born out of the concept that we can all be ladies in the street, and a savage in the gym....
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More Women on the Mats with Dr. Darla Sedlacek, Ph.D.
Hey Babes! This week we're chatting with Darla, a black belt out of Hurricane Jiu Jitsu in Cleveland, Ohio. Darla trains, teaches, and also works as a psychologist. Pretty cool, huh? Listen in to learn how Darla got started in martial arts, and her thoughts on how we can get more women on the…
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F**k the Stigma: Mental health with Erin Herle
Hey babes! This week we're talking mental health with Erin Herle. Erin is a BJJ black belt, mental performance consultant with her business Train Ya Mind, and founder of Submit the Stigma. Join us for a vulnerable conversation about mental health and mental performance. If you want to learn more,...
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Everyone eats the pint of ice cream: Nutrition, weight cuts, and moderation with Mike from Unorthodox Nutrition
Hey babes! This week we're talking nutrition and fueling ourselves to train and compete with Mike, a nutritionist, blue belt, and owner of Unorthodox Nutrition. Listen in as Mike answers my questions about how to drop a weight class safely, the dangers of cutting weight without professional...
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Staying Safe on the Mats: Lessons Learned with Brown Belt Shelby Norment
Welcome to episode 6 babes! This week, Shelby Norment tells her story of her journey in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu -- how she got started, what it felt like at each belt (something I'm always curious about), and mat safety. The last part is important to Shelby -- she sustained a neck injury as a blue…
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Boxing, Muay Thai, and Jiu Jitsu, Oh My!: Women in Fight Sports with Jeannie
This week we are changing it up a bit to interview Jeannie, a former Penn State All-American boxer, muay thai fighter, and BJJ newbie. Jeannie takes us through her 10-year journey in fight sports, starting when she started boxing at Penn State as a way to deal with the trauma of the actions of an...
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Chasing the Dream from Sweden to San Diego: Black Belt Sophia Nordeno
Welcome back! This week I chat with Sophia Nordeno, a black belt under Alfredo Barum training and teaching here in San Diego. Sophia shares how she started training jiu jitsu over 20 years ago in Sweden, when there were only about four other girls training with her at the time, how she came to…
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Learning to Be Comfortable in the Chaos: Jiu Jitsu for Fun and Self Defense with Megan McCall
Hi babes! In this episode I reconnect with my childhood friend, Megan McCall, who practices Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and teaches Jiu Jitsu for self defense to women. Join us as we bond over our shared love of jiu jitsu, and talk about self-defense and trauma-informed training.
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Surfing, Jiu Jitsu, and Acai, They Just Go Together: An Interview with Black Belt Ale Moss
For my first interview, I sat down with the first female black belt I ever met - Ale Moss. Ale is a black belt under Professor Clark Gracie, and just opened her own gym, Sagaz Jiu Jitsu, in Pacific Beach, San Diego. Ale shares how she got into Jiu Jitsu while still living in Brazil, moving to New...
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Telling the Guys They Smell and Other Deep Thoughts
Welcome to episode 1 of the BJJ Babes Podcast—a podcast aimed at telling the stories of women who love jiu jitsu! In this episode, I introduce myself, and the pod.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
From mat to mic, women who train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu tell their stories. You'll hear from women of all belt levels, whether they are hobbyists, competitors, or a little of both. They'll tell you what got them started, what got them hooked, what they love, and what advice they have for those who are just getting started.
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From mat to mic, women who train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu tell their stories. You'll hear from women of all belt levels, whether they are hobbyists, competitors, or a little of both. They'll tell you what got them started, what got them hooked, what they love, and what advice they have for those who are...
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