Caffeinated Jiu Jitsu

By Joe Motes

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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Training, Mindset, Competition & Community


Caffeinated Jiu Jitsu is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu podcast for grapplers who want to improve their game on and off the mats. Whether you're a brand-new white belt, a seasoned competitor, or a lifelong student of BJJ, this show delivers practical insights, mindset strategies, and real conversations from the Jiu Jitsu community.


Caffeinated Jiu Jitsu explores:

  • BJJ training tips and technical development
  • Competition preparation and tournament strategy
  • Injury recovery and longevity in Jiu Jitsu
  • Belt progression and skill plateaus
  • Gym culture, leadership, and academy growth
  • Mental toughness, discipline, and motivation
  • The lifestyle of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu


Each episode blends interviews with coaches, competitors, gym owners, and everyday grapplers, alongside solo deep dives on performance, identity, and personal growth through Jiu Jitsu.


If you're searching for a BJJ podcast that covers training, mindset, community, and the realities of the grind  this is your spot.


This isn’t just about tapping people out.
It’s about building resilience, sharpening your thinking, and staying consistent when motivation fades.


Welcome to Caffeinated Jiu Jitsu.







Episode Date
Building An A Game That Still Grows: with Dr. Colin Smith
Apr 30, 2026
The Skill Of Being Coachable On A Frustrating Day
Apr 16, 2026
Why Technique Vanishes During Live Rounds In Jiu Jitsu
Apr 09, 2026
The Difference Between A Tough Room And A Toxic Room
Mar 24, 2026
The Transformational Power Of Jiu-Jitsu
Mar 15, 2026
The Unspoken Rules Of A Healthy Place To Train Jiu Jitsu
Mar 11, 2026
Who Are You When You Can't Train Jiu Jitsu? Liana De La Cruz
Mar 02, 2026
Building Confidence When Validation Fails In Jiu Jitsu
Feb 23, 2026
Creating Space: Why Women Focused Jiu Jitsu Matters
Feb 16, 2026
Why Losing Doesn't Bother You Anymore (and Why That's Growth)
Feb 02, 2026
The General, Master Fabio Gurgel: Building Champions, Teams, and The Future of Jiu Jitsu
Jan 26, 2026
Fortitude On The Mats: A Window Into Self-Defense, Confidence, and Jiu Jitsu
Jan 19, 2026
Returning With Intention: Letting Go Of The Need To Be Good At Jiu-Jitsu
Jan 15, 2026
Caleb Holland and The Iron Wolf Tale
Oct 21, 2025
Why We Keep Showing Up To Jiu Jitsu
Oct 16, 2025
Maximizing Your Mat Time Through Strategic Note-Taking
Jul 13, 2025
The Other Side of the Mat & The Betrayal: The Return of Bad Jackie
Jul 05, 2025
Is Jiu Jitsu for Me? I'm Glad You Asked!
Jun 16, 2025
White Belt Chronicles: Amanda Cowie's Journey and Beyond
Apr 28, 2025
BJJ Mat Manners: Essential Etiquette for Every Belt
Mar 31, 2025
Black Belt Chats : Professor DJ Farmer
Mar 17, 2025
From The Mat To The Stage: Kaitlyn Crokers BJJ and Country Music Journey
Feb 24, 2025
White Belt Chronicles: Yakov Kolan
Feb 15, 2025
The Art of Mentorship and Growth in Jiu-Jitsu with Rick JungKuntz
Feb 04, 2025
Inside the Academy: Professor Joey Dean, Carolina Family Jiu Jitsu
Jan 20, 2025
Building Your Jiu-Jitsu Future One Goal at a Time
Jan 06, 2025
The Legacy of a Jiu Jitsu Pioneer: Romero'Jacaré' Cavalcanti
Nov 25, 2024
Jiu Jitsu and Mental Positivity with Rachel Neubauer
Nov 18, 2024
Lessons From The Masters: Ian McPherson
Oct 11, 2024
Sidestepping Pitfalls: Essential Tips for Beginner Jiu-Jitsu Practitioners
Sep 30, 2024
From Homeless to World Champion: The Rise of Bad Jackie
Sep 13, 2024
Finding Balance, Round Two: Jiu-Jitsu Training and Daily Commitments
Aug 22, 2024
Mastering Jiu-Jitsu Later in Life: John Mandato's Inspirational Tale
Aug 05, 2024
Lessons From the Masters: Leo Nogueira
Jul 14, 2024
Top Tactics for Larger Practitioners with The Leg Locking Giant - Dylan Smith
Jun 10, 2024
Rocking the Mats: Mike Reilly and the GenXRefined Journey.
May 07, 2024
Lessons From the Masters: Professor Rodrigo Maciel
May 01, 2024
Cross-Training for Life: How Jiu-Jitsu Empowers the Business Mindset
Feb 08, 2024
The Backbone of Jiu Jitsu: Exploring Spinal Health with Dr. Emily Loftus
Dec 18, 2023
The Fabric of Fight: A Brief Examination of Gi and No-Gi in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Dec 12, 2023
Walking the Champ's Path: Victoria Delgado on Triumphs, Training, and Entrepreneurship in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Dec 04, 2023
The Inner Game: Championing Injury Prevention and Recovery in Jiu Jitsu
Nov 12, 2023
Episode #06 - Grinds and Grips: Darrick Loftus on the Art of Being the Ultimate Training Partner
Nov 05, 2023
Conquering the Mat: David McWilliams' Strategy and Passion in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu!
Oct 29, 2023
Unleashing the White Belt Warrior: Marco Lugo's Journey in Jiu Jitsu!
Oct 22, 2023
Belt System: To Test or Not To Test?
Oct 10, 2023
Journey on the Mats: My BJJ Odyssey
Oct 02, 2023
First Sip and First Steps on the Mats!
Sep 25, 2023