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Level Up Grappling Podcast
by Level Up Grappling
Level Up Grappling is a podcast that shares the stories and journeys of grappling from legends in the art to the everyday practitioner. Our mission is to help level up the grappler's mind, body, and spirit by learning from each other and masters in our art of submission grappling. Raw, offensive, and disruptive - you're going to love it.
Episodes
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Tony Purler
🔥🤼 THIS WEEK ON LEVEL UP GRAPPLING! 🤼🔥 WE’RE SITTING DOWN WITH WRESTLING COACH TONY PURLER! What separates a good wrestler from a great one? Technique? Discipline? Mental toughness? Or the willingness to put in the work when nobody is watching? This week, we sit down with Tony Purler to talk...
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Modern BJJ: Better Athletes, Not Fighters?
🥋🔥 THIS WEEK ON LEVEL UP GRAPPLING… IS MODERN BJJ DEVELOPING BETTER ATHLETES… BUT WORSE FIGHTERS? 👀💥 Modern Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has evolved. The athletes are faster, stronger, more explosive, and more technical than ever. But here's the uncomfortable question… ARE WE GETTING BETTER AT WINNING...
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Luiz Tannuri
🔥🥋 THIS WEEK ON LEVEL UP GRAPPLING… 🥋🔥 WE’RE SITTING DOWN WITH BJJ SUPERSTAR LUIZ TANNURI! 💥 What does it take to reach the highest levels of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu? The dedication, the discipline, the endless hours on the mats, and the mindset to keep evolving. This week, we’re getting into…
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Angel Verdusco
🥋🔥 THIS WEEK ON LEVEL UP GRAPPLING… THREE WORLDS. ONE GRAPPLING MINDSET. We sit down with Catch Wrestling Champion Angel Verdusco — Head Coach of Brea Olinda High School Wrestling and a professional wrestler. From the catch wrestling mat… to coaching the next generation… to performing inside…
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Erik Paulson
🥋🔥 BEFORE THE GRAPPLING WORLD LOOKED LIKE IT DOES TODAY… THERE WERE PIONEERS. THIS WEEK ON LEVEL UP GRAPPLING, WE SIT DOWN WITH ONE OF THEM — ERIK PAULSON. From combat sports to grappling, Erik has spent decades on the mats, in the fight game, and at the forefront of evolving martial arts. This...
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Longevity in Grappling
HOW DO YOU STAY ON THE MATS FOR LIFE? This week we’re talking about building longevity in grappling and the best ways to avoid injuries while continuing to train, compete, and improve. 🔥 Training smarter—not just harder🔥 Managing intensity and recovery🔥 Avoiding unnecessary injuries🔥 Staying...
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Traditional vs. Modern Martial Arts
🥋 THIS WEEK ON LEVEL UP GRAPPLING… TRADITIONAL VS. MODERN MARTIAL ARTS. As martial arts continue to evolve, wehave to ask the question… Have we lost the values of the past? Respect. Discipline. Humility.Loyalty. Patience. Are these values still at the heart ofmartial arts today? Or has the focus...
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Jakub Sawczuk
🥋🔥 THIS WEEK ON LEVEL UP GRAPPLING! 🔥🥋 We’re sitting down with Judo Black Belt and Shihai Gis owner Jakub Sawczuk! We talk Judo, grappling, training, competition, mindset, and the journey behind building a brand in the grappling community. And we’re excited to announce that Shihai Gis is...
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Enjoy Being a Student
🥋 THIS WEEK ON LEVEL UP GRAPPLING… What if one of the biggest keys to getting better… is learning to ENJOY BEING A STUDENT? This week, we talk about why staying curious, staying humble, and embracing the learning process is so important — whether you're a beginner, competitor, coach, or seasoned...
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What's the Catch?
🚨 NEW EPISODE DROP 🚨 🥋 THIS WEEK ON LEVEL UP GRAPPLING… We’re diving deep into the different styles of Catch Wrestling — the techniques, philosophies, and approaches that make this brutal and highly effective grappling art so unique. 🔥 What separates the different Catch Wrestling styles? 🔥…
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Cary Kolat
🚨 NEW EPISODE DROP 🚨 When a wrestling legend sits down with Level Up Grappling, you stop what you're doing and listen. This week, Coaches Bryan and Adam sit down with Cary Kolat — Western PA wrestling phenom, world medalist, college wrestling architect at Campbell and the U.S. Naval Academy…
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Dan Higgins
🚨 NEW EPISODE OF LEVEL UP GRAPPLING 🚨 What does it take to evolve from stepping into the MMA cage to earning a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt? This week, we sit down with Dan Higgins—Australian BJJ Black Belt and former MMA fighter—for a conversation packed with hard-earned lessons, mindset...
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Keyboard Warriors Destroying Development
NEW EPISODE OUT NOW: Keyboard Warriors Destroying Development 🥋🔥 Everyone has an opinion online, but how are "internet experts" and social media culture affecting the true evolution of martial arts? In this episode of the Level Up Grappling Podcast, Adam & Bryan dive deep into: 🤼 Catch…
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Technique Talk with Mark Schultz
Level Up Grappling is back with another Technique Talk episode with one of the greatest American Wrestlers of all time! Don't sleep on this episode. LIKE, SUBSCRIBE AND SHARE! Buy our Merch: https://levelupgrappling-shop.fourthwall.com/ Visit our Sponsors: Spartan Designs (Discount Code: LUG)...
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Are You Learning Submissions Too Early?
This weeks episode takes a look at a very controversial topic that will surely get people talking. Should their be an actual strategy for learning submissions? LIKE, SUBSCRIBE AND SHARE! Buy our Merch: https://levelupgrappling-shop.fourthwall.com/ Visit our Sponsors: Spartan Designs (Discount…
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Jay Pages
This week we sit down with Grappling Coach Jay Pages and discuss the fate and future of catch wrestling. An always enlightening discussion, Jay Pages is owner and head instructor of the #1 grappling gym in Arizona. Check out our Merch: https://levelupgrappling-shop.fourthwall.com/ Visit our...
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UFC Freedom 250 Recap and Lessons
This week we discuss the amazing fight card that was UFC Freedom 250, there was a tremendous amount of insight to be gained from analyzing the fights from this card. Get your notebooks out and dig in! Get our Merch here: https://levelupgrappling-shop.fourthwall.com/ Support our Sponsors: Neven...
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Can You Develop Skills In A McDojo?
This is a nuanced question that has been asked a lot. How can I get better if a McDojo is all I have available? We break down this hot topic and much more! Order our Merch: https://levelupgrappling-shop.fourthwall.com/ Visit Our Sponsors: Neven Eyewear: https://bit.ly/3Pz8FMs Spartan Cans:...
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Technique Talk with Mark Schultz
Where else can you get your technique questions answered by 3 black belts including a Gold Medalist? Only on Level Up Grappling! Submit your questions. Buy our SWAG: https://levelupgrappling-shop.fourthwall.com/ Visit our Sponsors: https://spartandesigns.com/pages/spartancans (Discount Code: LUG)...
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Match Analysis Roger Gracie vs Buchecha 2017
In this week's episode Coaches Adam and Bryan breakdown the legendary return match of Roger Gracie vs Buchecha from 2017. Follow along with us here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_L-Ni7bFAHg&t=11s Buy our Swag: https://levelupgrappling-shop.fourthwall.com/ Support our Sponsors: Neven Eyewear:...
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Josh Hightower Returns...
Grappling All Star Josh Hightower returns with plenty of controversy. From competitor schools blocking his grand opening to breaking down frauds in the grappling world. This episode may be too hot to handle! Get our merch: https://levelupgrappling-shop.fourthwall.com/ Visit our sponsors:...
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Rankings and Belts - The Double Edged Sword
This week Coaches Adam and Bryan discuss the perpetual debate regarding the validity of rankings and belts. Did they finally put an end to the controversy? You decide! Purchase LUG Gear: https://levelupgrappling-shop.fourthwall.com/ Visit Our Sponsors: Neven Eyewear: https://bit.ly/3Pz8FMs…
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Developing Youth Grappling (Enhanced Audio)
How young is too young to start a child in grappling? Are there better options? How do you encourage the next generation without becoming an overbearing coach or helicopter parent? Even if you don't have kids, this information is incredibly important. LIKE, SUBSCRIBE AND SHARE! PLEASE VISIT OUR...
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Developing Youth Grappling
How young is too young to start a child in grappling? Are there better options? How do you encourage the next generation without becoming an overbearing coach or helicopter parent? Even if you don't have kids, this information is incredibly important. LIKE, SUBSCRIBE AND SHARE! PLEASE VISIT OUR...
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Technique Talk
You have questions? We have answers. LEVEL UP GRAPPLING is the only grappling podcast in the world dedicated to your development week in and week out! LIKE, SUBSCRIBE AND SHARE! Check out the links below for awesome deals on stuff you need! https://spartandesigns.com/pages/spartancans (Discount...
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David Meyer
This week we sit down with Dirty Dozen Legend, Coral Belt David Meyer. Grappling wisdom, training stories from the early days in So Cal and so much more! Check out David's website: https://www.agelesswarriorlab.com/ LIKE, SUBSCRIBE AND SHARE! Visit our sposors:...
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Bill Scherr
This week we sit down with Olympic Medalist and Wrestling World Champion Bill Scherr. Bill very generously shares his insights and guidance on strategies and what it takes to become a wrestling powerhouse! LIKE, SUBSCRIBE AND SHARE Visit our sponsors: https://spartandesigns.com/pages/spartancans...
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Blake Artel
Grappling is War, that's what our guest this week lives by. Check out BJJ Black Belt Blake Artel and get important insights on how to level up your game. Check him out online and on the mat: https://mathematicaljiujitsu.com/ Like, Subscribe and Share! Visit our Sponsors:...
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You Need to Learn Jiu Jitsu
This week Coach Adam and Coach Bryan break down the key reasons why you must learn Jiu Jitsu regardless of what grappling art you already come from. LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, AND SHARE! Please Visit our Sponsors: https://spartandesigns.com/pages/spartancans (Discount Code: LUG)...
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Dan The Beast Severn
This week we sit down with MMA and Grappling Legend Dan The Beast Severn. Hear never before told stories, technique concepts and training tips that will blow your mind! LIKE, SUBSCRIBE AND SHARE! Pleae visit our sponsors: https://www.roadgearz.com/ (Discount Code: LUG)...
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Javier Vazquez
This week we sit down with Grappling and MMA Legend Javier Vazquez. Javier has a new book coming out called The Master Plan. We highly recommend you all purchase it as it will help Level Up your game! He also has an amazing online curriculum: https://www.jvjiujitsuonline.com/ Remember to Like,...
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Technique Talk with Mark Schultz
You have technique questions, we have answers. Take notes for this one! Only Level Up Grappling the Number One Grappling podcast Worldwide, gives you the answers you are looking for to level up your grappling. Like, Subscribe and Share! Please visit our sponsors: (Discount Code - LUG)...
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Benjamin Nathanson
This week we sit down with Benjamin Nathanson, BJJ black belt and grappling wizard. Ben gives great advice to guys coming up on how to be consistent and improve their game. This episode is dedicated in loving memory to Lori Nathanson, Ben's mother who was one of the most selfless and giving human...
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Josh Simon
This week we sit down with BJJ Black Belt and Historian Josh Simon. This fascinating conversation leads to some interesting discoveries and previously unknown origin stories. Check out https://simonbjj.com/a-more-complex-story Visit our sponsors: (Discount Code - LUG) spartancans.com...
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Joshua Hightower
This week we sit down with BJJ Black Belt and Catch Wrestling Stand Out Joshua Hightower. No stranger to controversy, Hightower is a leg lock master who routinely challenges the keyboard warriors to matches and they all run and hide. Check it out! Got questions or topics? Email:...
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Technique Talk with Mark Schultz
For your listening pleasure and education, another monthly installment of Technique Talk with Mark Schultz. We sit down and answer the grappling questions most commonly posted online. #wrestling #submissiongrappling #bjj #judo #mma #ufc #catchwrestling #lutalivre #grappling Please visit our...
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Nathan Orchard
This week we sit down with Grappling Phenom - Nathan Orchard. Nothing is left on the table and you might be surprised with some of Nathan's insights! Coach Bryan is available for Clinics and Seminars worldwide. Email: [email protected] Please visit our sponsors: (Use Discount Code: LUG)...
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LUG Scott Steer
This week we sit down with Judo Coach Scott Steer. Let's get into it! Coach Bryan is available for seminars and clinics worldwide. Email: [email protected] Please visit our sponsors: (Discount Code: LUG) https://spartandesigns.com/collections/customer-designs-spartan-cans...
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Grappling Eric
Grappling Eric has a new book and he wants you to read it. Find out why Your Jiu Jitsu is Trash! Please Visit Our Sponsors: (Discount Code: LUG) https://spartandesigns.com/collections/customer-designs-spartan-cans roadgearz.com...
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Technique Talk featuring Mark Schultz
This week's Technique Talk episode features legendary gold medalist wrestler Mark Schultz. Want to know what one of the greatest wrestlers of all time says about your questions? Listen in! Coach Bryan is available for seminars worldwide. Email: [email protected] Remember to Like…
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Ambiguity in Grappling
This week we talk about the gray areas of grappling. The more advanced you get in your training the more ambiguity you find... Coach Bryan is available for seminars worldwide. Email: [email protected] Like, Subscribe, and Share! Please check out our sponsors: (Discount Code: LUG)...
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Arsen Aleksanyan
This week we sit down with world class wrestling coach Arsen Aleksanyan. Don't miss out on some incredible insights from one of the best wrestling coaches in the game. Check out Arsen's new program Wrestle Ready: https://arsencombat.com/ Coach Bryan is available for clinics and seminars…
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The Warmaster Josh Barnett
This week we sit down once again with The Warmaster Josh Barnett. We talk all things Catch Wrestling and much more. #catchwrestling #bjj #mma #ufc #wrestling #judo Please visit our sponsors, use Discount Code: LUG. https://rejuveantiaging.com/ https://www.roadgearz.com/...
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Paulo Guillobel
This week we sit down with 6th degree Black Belt Paulo Guillobel. We learn about how he came to the US, his history with the Machado brothers and training philosophy. Coach Bryan is available for seminars worldwide. Email: [email protected] Visit our sponsors: (Use Discount Code - LUG)...
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Styles Make Fights!
This week Coaches Adam and Bryan break down the keys to success in the most recent UFC card. Coach Bryan is available for seminars and clinics worldwide. Email: [email protected] Please visit our sponsors. Use Discount Code: LUG rejuveantiaging.com https://www.roadgearz.com/...
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Mark Schultz Returns
This week we sit down with wrestling legend Mark Schultz once again. New stories, controversies and insight from one of the greatest to ever it the mat. Visit our sponsors: Discount Code: LUGhttps://www.roadgearz.com/https://spartandesigns.com/pages/spartancanshttps://rejuveantiaging.com/
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Technique Talk
This week Coaches Adam and Bryan sit down and answer questions from the internet. Please visit our sponsors: (Discount Code - LUG) https://rejuveantiaging.com/ https://spartandesigns.com/pages/spartancans https://www.roadgearz.com/
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Field Trip to Combat Base HQ
Join Coach Bryan on a visit to Combat Base HQ to train with his coach Chris Haueter. Coach Adam joins later to hear the debrief of the visit.
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UFC 322 Fight Recap
What can you learn from the fights on this card? Sit down and find out! Coach Bryan is available for seminars and clinics worldwide. Email: [email protected]
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Ian Jones
This week we sit down with UK grappling all star Ian Jones. Check out www.spartancans.com. Use discount code: LUG You'll be glad you did.
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Level Up Grappling is a podcast that shares the stories and journeys of grappling from legends in the art to the everyday practitioner. Our mission is to help level up the grappler's mind, body, and spirit by learning from each other and masters in our art of submission grappling. Raw, offensive, and disruptive - you're going to love it.
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Level Up Grappling is a podcast that shares the stories and journeys of grappling from legends in the art to the everyday practitioner. Our mission is to help level up the grappler's mind, body, and spirit by learning from each other and masters in our art of submission grappling. Raw, offensive,...
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