The Banya Podcast

This week the Banya Bros are joined by Alec Manuel, Brother of our co-host Luke.

This week the Banya Bros are joined by Ryan Kearney. Ryan is a fellow Zombie crew practitioner at 6am with us and he owns a digital marketing firm called OutworkEm digital. He's leads a fascinating life, spending part of his year in AZ, part in Hawaii and anywhere else life takes him. Text Ryan at 844-931-4624 or DM @RyanKearneyOfficial on Instagram 

The Banya bros are joined by returning guest Steve Benton. Since his last appearance, Steve has started a new venture called Brotherhood Built. It's an organization where like minded men get together, to build community while bonding over physical activity. Come hear all about it.

The Banya Bros welcome Luke Anibal to the Sauna this week. Luke is the founder and Owner of The Natural Wine Co in Arizona. They are an independent and distinguished wine company built around a shared love of fine wine and the people, practices and culture that give life to it.Come listed to our conversation with Luke!

This week, the Banya Bros are back with Alberto Menoza. Berto as he is better known, is a BJJ Blue Belt at Ares PV, loving Husband and father of 2. He has his whole family training Jiu-Jitsu including former guest Ofelia, his son AJ who is a blue belt at Ares Goodyear and his youngest daughter Itzel.

The Banya Bros are joined this week by Judy Wu. Judy is a BJJ Blue Belt, physician, loving mother and wife, and former taekwondo practitioner.

The Banya Bros are joined this week by Russ Files. Russ is a brand new BJJ Black belt as of August 2, 2025. He is also a proud father of 3, avid hunter and outdoorsman.

The Banya Bros are joined this week by Peyton Sandner. Peyton is a BJJ Blue belt at Ares PV and our most savage competitor, traveling to compete all over the country. Come and listen to how she approaches Jiu-Jitsu, competition, and life.

The Banya Bros are joined this week by training partner Jeff Sandner. Jeff is a BJJ Blue belt, Husband, father of 2 and leader of his Jiu-Jitsu family.

The Banya Bros are joined this week by Dr. Dennis Apker. Dennis is a PhD of Psychology and a BJJ Blue Belt at Area PV BJJ.

This week, the Banya Bros are joined by Ofelia Mendoza. Ofelia is a BJJ Blue belt at Ares Paradise Valley, a wonderful mother and loving wife. She tells us all about her childhood growing up in Los Angeles and what brought her out to Arizona.

The Banya Bros are joined by the Huevos Smasher herself, Nansi Jimenez!!!! Nansi is a BJJ Blue Belt, loving mother and dedicated wife to fellow training partner, Daniel Ilae.

The Banya Bros are joined by one of the owners of Arizona Wilderness Brewing company, Pat Ware. Pat is also an Ultra Marathon runner and healthy lifestyle enthusiast.

Luke is out of town, so Dana and a few of the zombies takeover the Banya for some fun Conspiracy talk, Jiu-Jitsu discussions, and responses to a listener's question.

THE BANYA BROS WERE STOOD UP! In this episode, Luke and Dana have their own solo podcast to discuss Jiu-Jitsu, Authenticity and Gratitude, and a new venture to give back to the Jiu-Jitsu community. Come join us in one of the funnest episodes to date, with a special guest appearance by our good friend Lance Carter.

The Banya Bros are joined this week by Bo Scott. Bo is a BJJ Blue Belt at Ares PV. He joins us to talk about parenting, the future of education and of course Jiu-Jitsu.

The Banya Bros are joined by Dean Whitmire. Dean is a BJJ Blue Belt and one of the earliest Ares PV Greywolves. He is part of the early morning "Zombies" class, a marathon runner, Motorcycle enthusiast, and outdoor adventurer.

The Banya Bros are joined this week by Lukas Couvaras. Lukas is a BJJ Blue belt, former army artillery, and brand new father to a sweet baby girl.

The Banya Bros are joined this week by Josh Beno. Josh is a BJJ Brown Belt Coach at Ares Paradise Valley, Yoga instructor all over the valley, father and incredible kind hearted savage.

The Banya Bros are joined by Physical Therapist, Greg Law. Greg shares his insights into overall health via diet, exercise, sleep and mobility.

The Banya Bros are joined by Charlie Lyon. Charlie is a BJJ White Belt at Ares PV, former professional soccer keeper, and firefighter. Come join us to hear about his story of becoming a college soccer keeper, professional and his eventual journey to Jiu-Jitsu savage.

The Banya Bros are joined by Ian Larkins. Ian is a BJJ Blue belt at Ares PV and a former wrestler. Come join us in hearing how Ian made his way to the desert.

The Banya Bros are joined by Peter Williams. Peter is a BJJ Blue belt at Ares PV (formerly Greywolf). Come hear all about Peter.

The Banya Bros are joined this week by the one and only DrewJitsu, Drew Files. Drew is a BJJ brown belt coach at Proving Ground. He is also a Veteran, father, husband, and avid Hunter. Come listen to all about his Jiu-Jitsu journey.

The Banya Bros are joined by fellow Zombie, Joel Keck. Joel is a BJJ Blue Belt, father of 2, and incredible human. Come hear his story from Phoenix to Kansas and back.

The Banya Bros, with special guest Co-host RB Macturk, are joined by Lyle Freeman. Lyle is a BJJ White belt, Father of 3, electrician student, and man's man. Come hear about his journey from the south side of Chicago to Arizona and everything in between.

The Banya Bros welcome our good friend Sean Babin. Since his last appearance, Sean has taken his first step and joined Jiu-jistu as Ares PV BJJ. Come hear how he approaches his jiu-jitsu journey to become the best version of himself.

The Banya Bros are joined by John Hinton. John is a fellow Zombie crew early morning Jiu-Jitsu blue belt, business owner, father, husband and savage rolling partner.

The Banya Bros are joined this episode by Gene Morris. Gene is a BJJ Black Belt under John Cabay and Paul Nava, Navy Veteran, and financial entrepreneur. Come Listen to all he has to offer while we sweat it out in the sauna!

The Banya Bros are joined by Jordan Johnson. Jordan is a BJJ Blue Belt, Father of 3, former oil driller and all around amazing human. Come join us as we chop it up in The Banya!

The Banya Bros Chop it up with world famous Tiny Shorts himself, Brendan Tierney. Brendan is a BJJ Black Belt under Paul Nava, instructor at Ares Arizona and Ares Paradise Valley, father of 3, husband and all round incredibly humble, kind hearted savage. Come hear his story.

The Banya Bros chop it up with fellow Zombie Jiu-Jitsu training partner, Arun Dawit. Arun is a BJJ White belt from the great white north.

The Banya Bros are joined by Joey Wilson to sweat it out in the Sauna. Joey is a Former D1 Wrestler from UC Davis and current BJJ practitioner.

Join us in the Banya as we discuss with our friend Jesse Moreng. Jesse is the owner of Optimyze, a wellness center that offers multiple therapies and modalities for general health, including Sauna, Cold Plunge, and Infrared light therapy.

The Banya Boys with special guest co-host RB Macturk and co-co-host Sean Babbins are joined by owner of Arcadia Meat Market, Nick Addante.

Today, we are joined by our Hawaiian brother, Daniel Ilae. Daniel is a BJJ Blue belt, hunter and all around amazing human. Come hear about his life story and the life lessons he's learned, often the hard way.

The Banya Bros chop it up with BJJ Black belt, Foxcast Podcaster and gym owner Alex Martinez.

Today, the Banya Bros are joined by Drew Lasley. Drew is a BJJ Blue Belt, 6am Zombie Crew savage, business owner, father of 4, and all-around amazing, Kind hearted savage.

Luke and Dana are joined by Steve Benton - BJJ Brown Belt, personal trainer, all around fitness specialist and amazing human being.

The Banya Boys chop it up with everyone's favorite Mimi, Timoree Branson.

Today Luke shares a hot tub and conversation in his hometown of Grass Valley, Ca with his oldest friend, Sam Kruegel.

The Banya Boys chop it up with resident internet troll Dustin Vidrine. Dustin is a BJJ Blue Belt, Lawyer, Father of 2 and all around Kind Hearted Savage.

Bill Conn Joins the Banya to chop it up about his life and share his wisdom.

The Banya Boys chop it up with Dana's longtime friend Chad Wardlaw. BJJ Blue Belt out of Precision Jiu-Jitsu in Sacramento, CA.

BJJ Blue Belt Kristen Stanford joins the Banya to discuss training, competition and her nomadic lifestyle

We welcome John Cabay - OG Greywolf, Ares PV BJJ Gym Owner, Kind-Hearted Savage, and All Around Amazing Human.

Firefighter, BJJ Blue Belt and future helicopter pilot, Nando Garcia joins the Banya to chop it up with the fellas.

Chopping it up with BJJ Blue Belt Todd Thibault discussing the outdoors, life experience and what drives him.

Former Bellator Bantamweight World Champion, Juan Archuleta joins the Banya to chop it up about his life experience in wrestling, fighting and all things MMA.

Today we are joined by BJJ Black Belt, Mateus Azancot to discuss his journey from Brazil through Jiu-Jitsu.