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Grapple with the Bat
by Nick Hughes
Grappling PodcastHosted by Nick "Batman" HughesAthlete Interviews, Event Coverage, Technique Breakdowns and Match Analysis. Shining a light on the amazing people of the Grappling Community.
Episodes
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Grapple with the Bat Ep. 14: The Champ is Here
In this episode we sit down with rhe new M16 Open 61kgs Champ and discuss ALL THINGS GRAPPLING. There has been an incredible amount of action in the world of Grappling so we dive right innto all the recent happenings including the history maling Grapplemania event, Adele vs Ffion, Australian...
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Grapple with the Bat Ep. 13: The Giles Trials and Beyond
As soon as those brackets were dropped, we knew it was going to be something special... and it DID NOT disappoint!!!! The biggest event in Australian Grappling History just went down and in this episode we take a deep dive in to what was; THE GILES TRIALS 2025. We kick off with some pre event...
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Grapple with the Bat Ep. 12: BJJ Stars Align
Re live all of the intense action, highlights controversy and outstanding performances from the recent Middleweight Grand Prix Tournament on BJJ Stars in Brazil! Full match and bracket breakdowns with technical analysis and insights of every key moment in the event with some cool ongoing rivalry...
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Grapple with the Bat Ep. 11: WNO Lab Rat Report
Episode kicks off with a Very Special Announcement for The Batman Bundle Fundraiser Auction!!! I give you breakdown of what it is, what it's for and how you can get involved! We then kick in to gear with some international matchup announcements before stepping in to the MatLab Grappling Academy…
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Grapple with the Bat Ep. 10: Grapplemania 18 Extravaganza!!!!
In this episode we get a full recap and highlight review of the epic event that was Grapplemania 18!!! From insane submissions to dominant performances and every high intensity, spiralling, spinning, inverting and charging transition in between; this show delivered big time. Full match analysis…
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Grapple with the Bat Ep.9: Winners Circle & The Giles Trials
In this episode we get a full recap of the new and exciting Australian promotion; Winners Circle FC, that showcased a massive Submission Grappling Team Quintet Showdown between Sydney West Academy vs The Catch Wrestling Syndicate. Then we dive right in to news and updates including even more...
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Grapple with the Bat Ep.8: Who's Next Grappling Mania!
Quick Episode this week keeping you updated as we jump in to some exciting matcup announcements for Enigma and Grapplemania along with recapping the very first event for the new and exciting Who's Next Grappling promotion that took place in Queensland over the weekend! Match Breakdowns Athlete...
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Grapple with the Bat Ep. 7: Samurai Sapateiro Subversion
Huge Episode Alert! We have Breaking News and Matchup Announcements from all over the world before jumping in to recaps and reviews from three Massive Events, all taking place within a week of eachother. First up is Samurai Fight Series where three new Submission Grappling Champions were crowned....
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Grapple with the Bat Ep. 6: Fight Pass Battleground
In this episode we cover Competition Resutls and Highlights from around the world as well as Exciting Matchup, Event announcements, Big Belt Promotions and News Updates. UFC Fight Pass Invitational was a massive sucess, so we review the highlights, matches of interest and technical analysis of…
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Grapple with the Bat Ep. 5: World of Grappling News #2
In this Episode we discuss all the news and happennings in the world of Grappling, keeping you up to date and informed. Along with this I give a recap and review of all the Grappling action from Fusion Fighting Championships and Grapplemania as some huge match ups and memorable moments took place...
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Grapple with the Bat Ep.4: M16 and Beyond
In this episode I'm joined by one half of the 66kgs Championship Bout at the recent M16 Open Round 14 Event Jackie Hughes. We break down the whole show and the litany of breakout performances that went down along with providing some insight in to the mental and physical challenges that are…
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Grapple with the Bat Ep. 3: World of Grappling News
In this episode we dive in to a recap and play by play of the massive weekend of Grappling we just had, along with preview the epic matchups both locally and internationally that we have to look forward to. Starting with the feature bouts that went down at Who's Number One and then a match by…
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Grapple with the Bat Ep.2: Australian Grappling League
In this Episode we cover recent news and events from around the Grappling World before travelling to the Inagural Australian Grappling League!! We here from Superfight Winners Connor Kearney, Nicole Alexander and Luke Marko as they break down their experience and give insights in to their…
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Grapple with the Bat Ep. 1: "The Joker" Adam Jones
There was only one way to start this podcast off, and it's with the Clown Prince of Crime based Submissions, Adam Jones. We talk everything M16 Open discussing the history of the event and how it has grown to be one of the most watched shows in Australia. The upcoming card has an International...
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 112: The Fate of the Phone?
We kick off this Episode with a special mention for a very deserving cause before answering your questions about Las Vegas and the World Championships, giving shout outs to some incredible stand out athletes of 2024 and up and comers for 2025. We preview some exciting M16 Open Matchups and I ask...
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 111: The World Championship Journey
Join your hosts Nick Hughes and Jackie Highes as we Journey across the World to Compete in the 2024 IBJJF No Gi World Championships in Las Vegas. Hear first hand the trials and tribulations, behind the scenes insights, thoughts on preparation and execution as well as post event breakdowns from…
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 110: The M16 Open Lab Report
In this Episode we take a unique look back at the Outstanding M16 Open Event by diving in to some match analysis with the 4 Victorious MatLab Athletes who represented on the night. Gaining insight in to the Preperation Process, thoughts on Execution in the match itself, Post match Progress Points...
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 109: Respect The Battle
In this Episode we begin by assessing the strengthening Australian Grappling Community in the post CJI era by acknowledging the Elite Teams both old and new and how they are all playing a role in pushing the scene forward. We also travel to Battleground Grappling Invitational and get a Full...
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 108: The War of 2024 CJI VS ADCC
In this Episode we cover the most Historic Grappling Weekend in History!!! With so much happenning all at the same time, join us on this ride as we begin at the Synergy Pro Event in South Australia, before travelling to the Australian National Championships in Melbourne, whilst at the same CJI,...
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 107: Fusion, Gatekeeping & One Million Dollars
In this Episode we travel yet again to the massive Fusion Fighting Championships Melbourne for some behind the scenes interviews and reactions, along with candid moments and insights from athletes before, during and after the event. We also discuss some recent Gradings in the Jiu Jitsu world and…
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 106: Make Grappling Great Again
This Episode goes everywhere! We visited Grappling Industries Adelaide and get some live candid reactions as the day unfolds before heading back to The Lab to find the foremost leaders in the world of geopolitics to discuss the implications of the Trump Assassination Attempt. We also recap the...
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 105: The Bat Phone Rises!!!
Welcome to the new format here on the Bat-Phone Podcast!!! We are taking the Bat-Phone on the road full time to bring you a more consistent release schedule and to create regular catchups with all of the absolute stand outs in our community!!! Tune in for some classic BatPhone Breakdowns,...
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 104: CJI vs ADCC
In this Episode I do a quick breakdown of the exiting upcoming Events including CJI vs ADCC, the M16 Open, Who's Number One: Gordon Ryan vs Josh Saunders as well as share some perspective on the experience of competing at the most recent ADCC Trials in Thailand and give some inside analysis on…
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 103: The Superfight Crew
In this episode we bring in the Superfight crew of Daniel Muenchow, Jackie Hughes, Dylan Voncina and myself, Nick Hughes, and dive in to all of the recent matchups and events from the past few months and how we got to this point. From all the way back at Battleground, though Pan Pacific...
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 102: "The Blind Boxer" Shaun Edwards
This is possibly the most important podcast episode I have ever recorded. In this episode, Shaun bravely recounts his story from early childhood, though to the sudden event that took his sight, and the epic journey he has been on ever since. Shaun has stepped in to the world of combat sports in…
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 101: Tony "The Spartan" Caruso Returns!!!!
Finally, The Spartan, Has Come Back, To Adelaide... as the New Solod As A Rock FC Lightweight Champion! Sitting down for a catch up was an absolute blast and hearing all of the new insights about training and competitive mentality at Kill Cliff Fight Gym from a man who walks the walk in its…
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 100: The NWO Declan Moody & Lachlan Conway
EPISODE 100 IS HERE!!! The Outsiders Takeover the Podcast as Declan Moody and Lachlan Conway trash the set and break in a new era of podcasting excellence. This is honestly one of the most fun sessions I've ever had as we go from serious moments to shock banter in a heartbeat. Diving straight in…
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 99: Lachlan Conway
On this Episode, Conway Hijacks the show immediately and brings the BatPhone to the host! We cover everything Battleground related as we both just competed on the show, breaking down strategy, performance, hospitality of the locals and the over all Awesome Experience. Along with this we discuss…
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 98: A Week at The Lab
For a truly unique experience, follow me on this episode of the Podcast as we take a ride along approach to an entire week of training at the MatLab Grappling Academy!!! You will here exactly what goes in to running a full time Grappling Academy from the first person perspective of a full time...
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 97: M16 COLLISION Moody vs Minenko
Hot off the press from the live event! This Episode is packed with pre/post match interviews, live breakdowns and commentary, match reactions and candid moments from Competitiors and Spectators alike, capturing the electric atmosphere of the day. From the Blue Belt Tournament to the last 10…
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 96: Alec Burns
The Fire Returns!!!! On this episode we get to have a 1 on 1 session woth Mr Alec Burns and answer ALL of your listener questions including which is more important to cycle: Acai or Jesus? What's your Strength and Conditioning Programme? Hardest Rolling Partner? Favourite Session of the Week? Who...
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 95: Luke Marko & Alec Burns Round One
Double Guest Episode!!!! The M16 Breakout Performance Award Winner Luke Marko alongside another standout performer in Alec Burns jumped on the Podcast to share their story! In this episode we get to hear their Grappling Origin stories ranging from Full Contact Karate to Back Oval Challenge...
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep.94: M16 Invitational Declan Moody vs Daniel Schuardt
EPIC EVENT!!!! Another incredible showcase took place At the M16 Invitational and as always the Bat-Phone was live at the evebt to get all the behind the scenes action. In this episode we hear from competitors before and after their matches, we get spectator reactions as well as on the spot match...
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 93: The 2023 Crossover Event of the Year
Only the most serious faces for the most serious podcast on the most serious topics regarding the most serious sport.... With no Razz, No Bullying, No Banter and Absolutely No One Getting Cancelled. I can honestly say, this episode is likely the most fun I'm going to have all year and it's barely...
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 92: The Grading Special
In this episode we break down all of the aspects that go in to gradings in the art of Grappling and Jiu Jitsu from the perspective of the coaches as well as the students. In the lead up to the end of year 2022 Grading at The MatLab Grappling Academy, I decided to chronicle the entire experience,...
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 91: Continuous Flow - Nathan Hughes
This Episode we dive deep in to the passion one must have in order to set up, progress and expand a small business in the field of Grappling and Jiu Jitsu. Nathan shares his experience and reveals exactly what goes in to this labour of love behind the scenes from concept design to fabrication,...
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 90: IBJJF Pan Pacs Special Edition
This Episode is all about insight in to the mind of a Competitor. I recorded this on the days before, during and after the IBJJF Pan Pacific Championships in which I competed in the Adult Black Belt Heavyweight and Open Weight Class Divisions. My goal was to provide a timeline of thoughts and...
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 89: Sam Dodge
*Internationally Credentialed Strength & Conditioning Coach with decades of experience. *Current Head Coach of Strength and Power for the Adelaide Crows. *Founder of Grip Strength & Conditioning, working with Grappling and Combat Sports Athletes across the globe. Sam Dodge is an amazing resource…
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 88: The New Blues!! Thomas Britten-Jones and Matt Phillips
In this episode we introduce to you the First Ever Blue Belts graded at the MatLab Grappling Academy!!! I believe one of the largest gaps in grappling is from white to blue and this was such a fascinating look at how two great yet very different practitioners were able to walk in the doors, open…
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 87: Richie Elliott
Incredible. As I was recording this podcast I found myself consistently realising, moment after moment, just how lucky I was to have the privilege to sit down and speak with this man. We hear everything from Richies early home life in Ireland, joining the French foreign legion, travelling to...
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 86: Nora Naomi Schultz
Highly requested guest did not disappoint!!!! We get to hear the full story on how Nora began her Jiu Jitsu Journey as well as gain great insights in to competition mentality, training focus and methodology, technical goals and what the future holds. Of course when you get two grapplers having a...
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 85: Brando "The Balkan Bear" Pericic
In a Super Sized episode we finally get to hear from the big man himself and what an incredible story he has to tell. There are so many important lessons here for young Athletes as well as those who are looking to make big changes in their life, improving their existence and the quality of life…
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 84: Daniel Muencheow
Epic Sit down with the winner of the Bat-Phone Breakout Performance Award Winner Mr Muenchow!!!! Two Grappling Nerds doing a deep dive in to Technique, belly down footlocks and our shared passion for the art. It's always very illuminating to hear the perspective of new practitioners and I really...
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 83: M16 Open Heavyweights
Another fantastic event in the books at the M16 Open with some incredible matches and stunning progression shown by all. In this episode we got to hear from some OG's of the game, get behindnthe scenes insights in to the mind of a competitor and even a post match recap from both competitors...
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 82: Adam Jones Round 2
FINALLY. Epic sit down with the better Jones brother is in the books and we go through everything including his B-team Trip, The upcoming M16 Open, The Batman Movie and Knee Fluid Drainage comparisons. Absolute legend. This was fun from start to finish. Enjoy!
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 81: The Mat Lab Day One
Ever wondered what's it's like to open new Grappling Academy? In this episode you will find out exactly what it is like from behind the scenes for those who set up and build the academies that we all love to attend. We get a very interesting snap shot in to the day before openning, on the mats in...
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 80: Who's Number One!!
In this special episode we break down each match from the most recent WNO Grappling Event, headlined by Gordon Ryan vs Jacob Couch. You get my immediate reaction from watching the matches for the first time and some on the spot analysis of lessons we can learn from the best in the business!!!…
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 79: Tommy Hayes 2: Gingerbeard Returns!!!
WARNING! Epic content contained!!! In this second round with the Gingerbeard, EVERYTHING gets covered as we jump straight in to paying tributes to the late great Scott Hall/Razor Ramon. We theb break down the recent APEX Sports event and highlight the incredible standout performances we witnessed...
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 78: Faruk Medjedovic
The King has Spoken!!!! This episode is an absolute masterclass on how to cultivate a positive community atmosphere within a Martial Arts Academy. The big wrap on the big man is that he is kind, generous, caring and an absolute Killer on the mats!!! This reputation is not unfounded and as you…
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The Bat-Phone Podcast Ep. 77: Progressive BJJ Black Belts Jerick and Sean
Jerick Panes + Sean D'Ambrossio = Two True Legends of our Community. This episode is exactly what happens when you sit three guys down who love Jiu Jitsu and record whatever they say. Such a great insight in to what makes the community work and the differing approaches to the game that make...
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Grappling PodcastHosted by Nick "Batman" HughesAthlete Interviews, Event Coverage, Technique Breakdowns and Match Analysis. Shining a light on the amazing people of the Grappling Community.
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