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The Grappling Discourse

The Grappling Discourse

By Matt Skaff

A podcast that gets into grappling breakdowns, philosophies, history, and interviews.
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The Grappling DiscourseJul 23, 2020

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PGF Deep Dive

PGF Deep Dive

In this episode I talk all things PGF.
Mar 25, 202401:10:27
Tactics

Tactics

In this episode I talk about how to best position yourself to win.
Mar 20, 202442:20
Where’s the Doctor?

Where’s the Doctor?

In this episode I talk about creatine, mma, and Meregali.
Mar 13, 202439:27
White Belt Training Advice

White Belt Training Advice

I’m this episode I talk boxing and, Adcc trials and white belt training.
Mar 09, 202438:03
A Lesson From Nicholas Meregali

A Lesson From Nicholas Meregali

In this episode I talk about Mikey training celebrities and Meregali stand up strategy.
Mar 05, 202425:42
The Craig Jones Era

The Craig Jones Era

In this episode I talk about fight pass invitational 6.
Mar 04, 202429:18
Fixing The Mount

Fixing The Mount

In this episode I talk about Craig critiquing Adcc and coaching the mount position.
Feb 29, 202428:56
Beating Up Influencers

Beating Up Influencers

In this episode I talk PGF, Sean Strickland and destroying your training partners.
Feb 26, 202434:37
Conspiracies

Conspiracies

In this episode I talk about the different conspiracies I believe.
Feb 21, 202424:29
The Sith Lords of Jiu Jitsu

The Sith Lords of Jiu Jitsu

In this episode I talk about the best team in bjj and Adcc rule set.
Feb 12, 202440:21
Is 10th Planet Still A Team?

Is 10th Planet Still A Team?

In this episode we chat about 10th planet, PGF, and coaching.
Feb 08, 202438:01
Professional Grappling

Professional Grappling

In this episode I discuss Professional grappling in 2024.
Feb 02, 202444:42
Back to Teaching

Back to Teaching

In this episode I talk about taking advantage of the gym and my return to teaching.
Jan 26, 202433:08
Gordon Ryan Retires Again

Gordon Ryan Retires Again

I’m this episode I talk about Gordon’s announcement as well as when you should talk to your instructor about a fellow training partner.
Jan 19, 202431:35
Being A Hater

Being A Hater

In this episode I talk about how I was a hater when I competed.
Jan 11, 202425:34
Dropping Brazilian

Dropping Brazilian

In this episode I talk about why the BJJ community drives me crazy.
Jan 01, 202418:47
Nicky Rod vs Nicholas Meregali

Nicky Rod vs Nicholas Meregali

In this episode I talk about the growing rivalry between Nicky rod and Meregali. I also remind the listeners that bjj is a long journey.
Dec 19, 202335:23
Sandbaggers

Sandbaggers

In this episode I talk about promotions, No gi worlds and FPI.
Dec 10, 202327:54
Defensive Mastery

Defensive Mastery

In this episode I talk about why you should take the time to become a defensive master and give you tips on how to do that.
Dec 07, 202330:42
Gordon Ryan Pulls Out Again

Gordon Ryan Pulls Out Again

I’m this episode I talk about the history of ebi and Gordon Ryan pulling out again.
Nov 27, 202348:17
Wrestlers Winning and Gracie University

Wrestlers Winning and Gracie University

I’m this episode I chat about a Gracie university review and wrestlers winning blue belt tournaments.
Nov 24, 202325:11
Promoters/Craig Jones Vs. Yuri Simoes

Promoters/Craig Jones Vs. Yuri Simoes

In this episode I talk about athletes backing out of matches and craig jones newest beef with yuri simoes.
Nov 19, 202341:05
Did You Actually Tap Your Instructor

Did You Actually Tap Your Instructor

In this episode I talk about beating brown and black belts and taking advantage of kindness.
Nov 14, 202319:35
PGF Recap

PGF Recap

In this episode I talk about the PGF week.
Nov 06, 202301:03:10
PGF Draft

PGF Draft

In this episode I talk about participating in the PGF draft.
Oct 30, 202338:46
Modern Fundamentals

Modern Fundamentals

In this episode I talk about why it’s important to learn the newest techniques in beginner class.
Oct 25, 202316:43
Disrespect the Guard

Disrespect the Guard

In this episode I discuss the upcoming ufc fight pass invitational and why you should have confidence passing the guard.
Oct 24, 202314:53
The Sports Changing

The Sports Changing

In this episode I talk about how competition jiu jitsu is changing.
Oct 16, 202321:52
The 3 Worst Fights of All Time

The 3 Worst Fights of All Time

In this episode I talk about the three worst fights I’ve watched. As well as Adcc day one.
Oct 15, 202317:41
ADCC Trials, Steroids, and Cults

ADCC Trials, Steroids, and Cults

In this episode I talk about the upcoming Adcc trials, usada and ufc split, clothing, and bjj cults.
Oct 13, 202326:20
Main Character 2 Interview

Main Character 2 Interview

In this episode i chat with the man himself, Kemoy Anderson, as well as three of the best upcoming grapplers in the world.

Oct 04, 202334:54
Pay the Athletes

Pay the Athletes

I’m this episode I talk about Craig’s criticism of flograppling. I also make Polaris and Wno picks.
Sep 30, 202322:15
Trans Athletes Competing in Combat Sports

Trans Athletes Competing in Combat Sports

In this episode give my opinion on a controversial topic.
Sep 25, 202313:60
Juniors/PGF Manager

Juniors/PGF Manager

In this episode I talk about my new roll with the PGF, Nicky rod rejecting Gordon’s offer, and Adcc European trials.
Sep 20, 202333:46
Prioritizing Sparring

Prioritizing Sparring

In this episode I talk about an injury, culty school policies and doing lots of sparring.
Sep 13, 202332:38
Abusive Coaching

Abusive Coaching

In this episode I talk about coaches who take it to far with their students.
Aug 26, 202342:44
Three Big Mistakes

Three Big Mistakes

In this episode I talk about three huge mistakes you maybe making that are stopping you from getting promoted.
Aug 17, 202320:24
Picking Matches

Picking Matches

In this episode I go into the different strategies of picking competition matches.
Aug 14, 202342:04
Keeping Faith

Keeping Faith

In this episode I talk about almost changing coaching strategies.
Aug 11, 202321:16
Young Guns

Young Guns

In this episode I talk about the rise of the young competitors, paying for belts.
Aug 07, 202327:37
King of the Jungle

King of the Jungle

In this episode I talk about big dans impressive performance and question if the lion is really king of the jungle.
Jul 26, 202319:55
New Teachers Part 2

New Teachers Part 2

In this episode I address the concerns many new teachers still have; not being the best person in the room.
Jul 20, 202312:35
New Teachers

New Teachers

In this episode I talk about the pitfalls of being a new teacher.
Jul 13, 202333:14
Natty Rod Calls Out the King/Fighting In the Gym

Natty Rod Calls Out the King/Fighting In the Gym

I’m this episode I talk about the Nicky rod Gordon feud. As well as fights with training partners.
Jul 06, 202336:10
Time Served/B Team Bounties

Time Served/B Team Bounties

In this episode I talk about why I don’t think scheduled promotions work. And the ever growing feud between new wave and b team.
Jun 29, 202328:02
Main Character BJJ Interview

Main Character BJJ Interview

In this episode I chat with Kemoy Anderson about his new promotion, main character jiu jitsu.
Jun 21, 202341:10
Are you getting worse???

Are you getting worse???

In this episode I talk about what’s really going on when someone things they are getting worse.
Jun 21, 202315:17
How Much do Steroids Help Performance

How Much do Steroids Help Performance

In this episode I talk about what percent I think steroids help an athlete perform better.
Jun 15, 202330:54
Martial Arts Business Card

Martial Arts Business Card

In this episode I tell a story about a guy who gave me his martial arts business card.
Jun 07, 202330:51
Hiding Weaknesses

Hiding Weaknesses

In this episode I talk about Bteams new addition, hiding your weaknesses in competition and when to change things up.
Jun 03, 202330:47