Grip games podcast
By Bethany Houghton
This is a radio show for grapplers about grapplers and the common and sometimes most ridiculous things we go through as we progress through our grappling journey . Each week I will sit down with a new guest and discuss a different topic . Stay tuned and if you are in the PNW keep your ears peeled for our open mat locations and dates , we will be traveling around !
Grip games podcastJul 17, 2021
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Battle Grappling / Tournaments / Inclusive spaces w/ Lara Beth Carter
I sit down with Bellingham MMA owner Lara Beth Carter who is also the promoter for a tournament series called battle grappling. I had a blast talking to her about tournaments, rule sets, their show and how to treat athletes the right way. Enjoy !
Jul 17, 202151:37
Creating safe spaces and Heart and Hustle Jiu Jitsu w/ Ramon Esparze
Today I'm joined by purple belth Ramon Esparza who runs the promotion Heart and Hustle Jiu Jitsu. H&H is a no time limit, no gi sub only format tournament that has been happening in the PNW, and it is one of the only oppourtunites people have had to compete out here through the pandemic. We also talk alot about creating safe spaces in the BJJ world.
Jun 16, 202145:18
Mental health and addiction recovery / fightback CBD w/ Justin MC
CW this episode does contain sensitive discussions of drug abuse and mental health struggles so please be advised. This was an incredible talk about recovery and CBD as well as BJJ thru the lens of an incredible human being
May 03, 202154:12
Experimental BJJ and home dojo life w/ Josiah Iwamizu
I'm joined by brown belt and avid competitor Josiah Iwamizu. We talk about ADHD, experimental BJJ, weed, and competing. Enjoy :)
Mar 21, 202136:55
CJJ worlds and Kindred w/ Gabriel Daffron and Aislinn O'connell
Today I'm joined by Kindred Jiu Jitsu brown belt Gabriel Daffron and Kindred Jiu Jitsu purple belt Aislinn O'connel. We talk alot about competition, mindset, strategies, and slapping people in the face! I apologize because the audio wasn't recorded in some places, (beginning and end) but this episode is still wonderful. Thanks for tuning in!
Mar 05, 202130:47
Being small in bjj w/ Jenn Holmberg
Today I’m joined by nwma coos bay blue belt Jenn Holmberg and we discuss what it’s like to train and compete as a small person, and also past 40! We had a lot of good stuff to share, enjoy ❤️
Feb 21, 202140:54
Lgbqt+ representation and bigotry free jiu jitsu w/ Jose Carlos
I sit down with independent purple belt Jose Carlos and talk about Lgbqt+ representation, bigotry in the community and experiences, what we can do to make it better, and what it’s like being a queer athlete !
Jan 27, 202158:29
10th planet Portland // Amanda Loewen and Phil Schwartz
Today I’m joined by two 10th planet black belts Amanda Loewen and Phil Schwartz. We talk a lot about 10th planet, the community, and competition. It was nice to have two people on at once !
Jan 20, 202141:03
Chicken bone BJJ w/ Ian Keiper
Welcome to season 3 and happy new year! We start it off with PDXBJJ blue belt Ian Keiper , and we get into talking everything from dojo outfitters, to our new year goals, local athletes that we love, and even our other hobbies like cooking and gaming. Make sure you go give home a follow on Instagram and check his podcast out @chickenbonesbjj and @dojooutfitters
Jan 03, 202155:25
The Warrior Doc / Rachael O’Connell
I’m hoping by @thewarriordoc Rachael O’Connell who is bringing healing to the Portland area. We discuss types of styles of healing and practices she does as well as nutrition!
Dec 17, 202037:49
Chakrawwwwwww!!!!!! W/ Stefan Strauch
I’m joined by Stefan Stefan , a 10th planet Portland brown belt and owner operator of CHAKRAW coffee . Hear us blabber on about the glories of jiu jitsu, entrepreneurship, magic mushrooms, and how we love the community !
Dec 11, 202046:39
Mental health with Katie Ericson
I apologize for all the tech difficulties !!! Today on the show we revisit mental health talks with Katie Ericson who has been a guest on the show a few times now . We talk about social media , meditation and breathing , the effects of capitalism, and a little bit about competing ! Hope you guys enjoy, she always has amazing things to say ! ❤️
Nov 13, 202001:06:01
Can’t armbar a TREX !!! // bjj life with Tasha Cleveland
Today I’m joined by 17 year old Tasha Cleveland who trains out of the base . Tasha has a very extensive training session , and has big plans for her future in the combat sport world ! Thanks for tuning in ❤️
Nov 09, 202041:56
Empowerment based self defense w/ Rachel Collins
I’m hoping by Rachel Collins who is a self defense instructor and on the path of learning jiu jitsu . Rachel is a white belt out of art of war Mma and one of my pre pandemic training partners . We talk all about different martial arts , combat jiu jitsu , empowerment and how awesome it can be. Thanks for tuning in!
Oct 31, 202041:13
The Heart and Hustle Open / Jake and Ramon
Today I’m joined by Jake and Ramon to talk about the heart and hustle open . It is a new local tournament that is charity based and accessible to anyone willing to compete ! Jake and Ramon are really showing up for the community and they give back in a unique and amazing way
Oct 02, 202029:34
LGBQT+ representation in BJJ w/ Britt Tovar
Joined once again by Britt Tovar who is a brand new blue belt out of Sinister BJJ . We talk a lot about creating safe spaces in BJJ for LGBQT+, homophobia and hate over social media, advocating for others and how we can make jiu jitsu better for the community we are apart of 🌈
Sep 18, 202051:58
Jiu jitsu Life ! W/ Pamela Bóveda Aguirre
Today I’m joined by a world renowned jiu jitsu black belt out of fight sports El Paso , Pamela Bóveda Aguirre . Pamela is the first female black belt out of Paraguay, and an avid competitor . We talk about her accomplishments , degree and past and upcoming competitions as well as how we are doing in quarantine . It was a blast ! ✈️ 🥋 🚀
Aug 22, 202041:24
Diet , cutting weight , and competing in the Open class w/ Eddie Flowers
Today I spoke to Grip games creator , Eddie flowers all about diet and cutting weight , and competing against bigger people . We had a few technical difficulties so I apologize for that ! Eddie is a 3rd degree blue belt under Caio Terra and a world class competitor .
Aug 12, 202051:22
Asgard 503 and Jiu Jitsu w/ MIke Chiochon
I sit down with the creator and owner of Asgard 503 , 10 purple belt Mike Ciochon to talk about his business , the community , recent Bjj events , and sponsoring athletes . It was a blast and I hope you guys enjoy
Jul 27, 202046:56
Competition w/ Charlie Gilpin
Charlie Gilpin is a Brazilian Top Team Happy Valley purple belt and an absolute savage in the competition scene . We both talk about some of our competition experiences , and some things we enjoy about it in general . He is also a world medalist and highly successful in the northwest. 🔥
Jul 10, 202030:21
Mental health Awareness 3 Humberto Perea
Today I’m joined by brown belt and owner of Chop and Chops MMA in Brooklyn Ny , Humberto Perea . We talk Mcdojos, pain and how we handle it, growing up with depression, competing, and his gym ! This audio was over zoom , I’m still trying to figure out the best way to get better quality . Enjoy and if you have any questions or feedback please get at me 🤙 gripgamespnw@gmail.com or on insta @gripgamespnw
May 26, 202053:44
Mental health Awareness 2) Sovann Pen
Today I sat down with Brazilian Top Team happy valley purple belt Sovann Pen who is also a professional licensed counselor . We talk a lot about Jiu jitsu and how it can really help you , and also the importance of communication and getting help . I even shared a bit of my story , and how Jiu jitsu has helped me . It’s important to break the stigma, especially in quarantine! If you have questions or feedback please email me at gripgamespnw@gmail.com ! ❤️
May 18, 202049:17
Mental health awareness 1) Katie Ericson
Today I’m revisited by my coach and mentor Katie Ericson , brown belt and owner of NWMA coos bay. We talk a lot about what we’re doing to cope with this Quarentine , how we use Jiu jitsu in our lives metaphorically , and mental health awareness .
May 15, 202001:02:46
BJJ and mental health / self worth
Today I sat down with Katie Ericsson of NWMA coos bay to discuss mental health , bjj, self worth and competition ! Enjoy and thanks for listening . Announcements at the end include April 25th NWMA coos bay open house . For any questions email gripgamespnw@gmail.com or hit me on Instagram @gripgamespnw!
May 09, 202054:45
Xy&z collective and supporting the community with Faye Farrales
I sat down with unity Jiu jitsu brown belt Faye Farrales to hear how she is making her own waves in NYC ! She is the creator of xy&z collective and is doing a lot of things to support athletes . We also talk about our #antirunningjiujitsuclub and how we are getting through quarentine . ❤️
May 07, 202026:10
Recovery with Kirsten Kuhar
Today I sit down with 10p purple belt Kirsten Kuhar to discuss different methods and tools that can be used with recovery and the benefits of using recovery as an athlete ! We also talk about her submission on the shore performance and a few other things . Thanks for listening , please DM if you have questions or feedback gripgamespnw@gmail.com or on insta @gripgamespnw ! Currently looking for sponsors ❤️
Apr 24, 202052:06
Learning and practicing growth mindset / uke chronicles feat Damon Cambell
Welcome to season 2 of the grip games podcast ! Today we discuss growth mindset , and things that we’ve gone through that has helped up achieve that . If you have any inquiries please dm me on Instagram @gripgamespnw and I am currently seeking sponsors and trying to grow ❤️
Apr 20, 202033:24
How bjj changed my perspective of men in a positive way / male relations &mental health -Britt Tovar
A story of how Jiu jitsu completely re shaped male relationships for a trauma survivor ! We talk about positive male relationships, men and their feelings ,what Jiu jitsu does for lonely men and the importance of male mental health ! with Britt Tovar of Sinister Bjj in Austin Texas ! This was a great one ❤️ currently looking for sponsors if you would like to help please email me at gripgamespnw@gmail.com or dm me on insta @gripgamespnw
Mar 29, 202053:58
Covid 19 / Bjj gym closures w Robin Williams
I’m joined by Robin Williams as we discuss some of the facts of covid 19 and give our opinions on some things . We also talk about what people are doing without Jiu jitsu gyms ! Thanks for tuning in and if you’d like to donate to the cause please swing on over to www.patreon.com/Gripgames
Mar 20, 202035:45
Jiu jitsu and MMA with Jason Georgianna
Today I sit down with one of my instructors in no gi Jiu jitsu and strength training Jason Georgianna to talk about MMA and combat Jiu jitsu ! If you’d like to donate to the cause please visit my patreon www.patreon.com/Gripgames?fan_landing=true
Mar 03, 202041:34
White belt / injury episode !
I sit down today with a great friend of mine Greg Sibbald. We talk about our times being white belt , what most people probably go through or feel as a white belt , and give our thoughts about injuries and how we can or cannot take care of them . Thanks for tuning in , if you would like to donate to the cause please visit www.patreon.com/Gripgames?fan_landing=true.
Feb 14, 202001:05:46
Episode 1 / Training ft Eddie Flowers
Today me and Eddie chat about training and all different aspects of it ! Small talk of competition and past competitions , gi and nogi etc . Announcements of open mats and giveaways at the end ! See you on the mat ! 😎
Jan 09, 202022:06
January 2, 2020
Jan 02, 202000:35