I Suck At Jiu Jitsu Show

Josh McKinney
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Jiu-Jitsu is hard. Join host Josh McKinney on his forever quest to "suck less at jiu-jitsu." Learn from high level black belts, in depth conversations, and off the wall rants by the host himself. It is guaranteed that each episode will help you suck just a little less at jiu-jitsu, or your money back. Josh McKinney is an accomplished adult black belt competitor with a "suck-less" mindset that can help anyone progress

  1. #362 STOP GUESSING: Train THIS Instead | Feat. The Allen Bros

    2H AGO

    #362 STOP GUESSING: Train THIS Instead | Feat. The Allen Bros

    Also, both of you should try to think of a time when you had to pick a focus in your own jiu-jitsu journey and what the result was You’re training a lot. You know the names of the positions. You’ve watched the instructionals. You’ve saved the Instagram clips. And somehow… you still feel like you kind of suck at everything. That usually doesn’t mean you’re bad at jiu-jitsu. It means you’re training randomly. In this episode of The I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu Show, I’m joined by Bryce and Bryan Allen (the Allen Bros), and we break down how to stop guessing what to work on and start training with a real focus—even if you don’t control what your gym is teaching that week. We talk about how to choose the right thing to train when there are a million options online, how to let your rounds organically reveal what actually needs work.  We dig into why “did I win?” is a terrible metric for improvement, and how to build real self-coaching skills so you keep getting better no matter where you train. If you’ve ever thought, “I’ve learned everything… but I’m not good at anything,” this episode will help you fix that. Stop wasting rounds. Train what actually matters. I Suck at Jiu Jitsu Experience:  https://kick.site/rxi0b3vo ($100 OFF with Promo Code "Fuji Expo") Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles, feat. Rob Biernacki(FREE): https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/isuck sportshygiene.com Promo Code “ISUCK” Datsusara 10% OFF with Promo Code “ISUCK”: https://www.dsgear.com/  The Competitor’s Journey: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/comp

    1h 21m
  2. #361 Kyle Watson & Andy Sabens: Returning From Injuries | Arresting WILD People

    FEB 12

    #361 Kyle Watson & Andy Sabens: Returning From Injuries | Arresting WILD People

    SHOCK WARNING - There are stories describing injuries and other content some listeners may find disturbing. Don't be fainting while driving and then blaming the I Suck at Jiu Jitsu Show. You've been warned. The episode is actually really good though. Coming back from injury isn’t just physical... it’s ego, identity, and expectations colliding at once. In this episode, we talk about what it actually takes to return the right way… and why most people sabotage themselves before they ever step back on the mats.Featuring Kyle Watson, Andy Sabens, and a special guest, this conversation drifts into crazy arrests, training as you age, competition(or lack their of), and some stories that you won't believe — but everything somehow comes back to leadership, pressure, and staying composed when things get unpredictable.Because the truth is: people don’t listen to 2-hour podcasts just to “solve a problem.” They listen to be entertained. If we can make it interesting, we can help you suck less. Suck at Jiu Jitsu Experience: https://kick.site/rxi0b3vo ($100 OFF with Promo Code "Fuji Expo")Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles, feat. Rob Biernacki(FREE): https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/isucksportshygiene.com Promo Code “ISUCK”Datsusara 10% OFF with Promo Code “ISUCK”: https://www.dsgear.com/ The Competitor’s Journey: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/comp

    2h 6m
  3. #360 I Interviewed Coaches After a BJJ Tournament...

    FEB 5

    #360 I Interviewed Coaches After a BJJ Tournament...

    A Few weeks ago at the Fuji Expo in KC, I (@thejoshmckinney) grabbed a mic at the end of a long tournament day and did what every exhausted coach should do: talk trash, tell stories, and give hot takes while the adrenaline wears off. You’ll hear from the Arias Bros (including a wild match story that ends in a heel hook attempt in the gi), plus more coaches breaking down what they saw on the mats, what tournaments get right/wrong, and the weird culture stuff we all pretend isn’t real (handshake etiquette, rulesets, coaching “disappointment,” and more). Thanks to all the coaches who jumped on the mic to chat. If you’ve ever coached all day, competed and got banged up, or just love the post-tournament parking-lot vibes—this one’s for you.  Suck at Jiu Jitsu Experience:  https://kick.site/rxi0b3vo ($100 OFF with Promo Code "Fuji Expo") Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles, feat. Rob Biernacki(FREE): https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/isuck sportshygiene.com Promo Code “ISUCK” Datsusara 10% OFF with Promo Code “ISUCK”: https://www.dsgear.com/  The Competitor’s Journey: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/comp 00:00 – Live at the Fuji BJJ Expo 01:30 – Aras Bros interview & wild black belt match story 04:20 – Coaching all day, winning & losing at tournaments 06:00 – Fuji Expo thoughts & Midwest Jiu-Jitsu 08:00 – ISAJJ Show Experience & camp announcement 10:40 – Jiu-Jitsu injury insurance explained 17:45 – Tournament risk, injuries & gym owner responsibility 20:00 – Hot takes, sponsors & mat hygiene talk 23:30 – Coaching mindset, injuries & training updates 27:00 – Gi vs No-Gi & tournament formats 33:30 – Favorite matches & coaching disappointments 41:00 – Post-match etiquette & jiu-jitsu traditions 45:20 – Masters vs adult divisions & rulesets 50:00 – Spicy hot takes & culture commentary 57:45 – Final thoughts & wrap-up

    58 min
  4. #359 I Searched for HOT TAKES at a BJJ Tournament | Hot Takes Wanted Ep. 1

    JAN 29

    #359 I Searched for HOT TAKES at a BJJ Tournament | Hot Takes Wanted Ep. 1

    Everyone Has a Hot Take about BJJ… So We Gave Them all a Microphone This is the FIRST EVER episode of Hot Takes Wanted—and we didn’t hold back. I(@thejoshmckinney) grabbed as many people as possible and let them unload their most unfiltered jiu-jitsu opinions. No scripts. No safety nets. Just raw takes from the mats. Guard pulling? Gi vs No-Gi? Wrestling elitism? American Jiu-Jitsu? Barefoot tournament savages?? Yeah… it all came up. Some people think you can’t complain about guard pulling if you can’t pass a guard. Others say you shouldn’t guard pull if you can’t wrestle. Some swear No-Gi isn’t even Jiu-Jitsu—it’s just submission wrestling. Others say if you don’t train in the gi, you’re missing the point entirely. Then things got weird (in the best way). We got takes on: -Boxers vs Jiu-Jitsu in real fights -Why belt promotions are broken (or perfect) -Why American Jiu-Jitsu is its own thing -Why your toes should get stomped on if you walk barefoot at tournaments -And even why the infamous “r*pe choke” should be renamed Some takes are smart. Some are spicy. Some will absolutely make you mad. And that’s the point. 👇 Jump in the comments: Which take was the WORST? Which one was 100% correct? And what hot take should we put on blast in the next episode? This is jiu-jitsu culture—unfiltered. I Suck at Jiu Jitsu Experience: https://kick.site/rxi0b3vo ($100 OFF with Promo Code "Fuji Expo") Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles, feat. Rob Biernacki(FREE): https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/isuck sportshygiene.com Promo Code “ISUCK” Datsusara 10% OFF with Promo Code “ISUCK”: https://www.dsgear.com/ The Competitor’s Journey: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/comp

    1h 5m
  5. #358 Victor Hugo: Big Man Flow | The Secret to Being Unbreakable

    JAN 22

    #358 Victor Hugo: Big Man Flow | The Secret to Being Unbreakable

    What does it actually take to become unbreakable in jiu-jitsu — mentally, physically, and over an entire career? I(@thejoshmckinney) recorded this conversation live at the Fuji BJJ Expo with Victor Hugo (victorhugojj), right in the middle of a tournament atmosphere, with matches happening, crowds moving, and pressure everywhere. No studio. No edits. Just a real, unfiltered conversation with one of the most dominant and respected competitors of this generation. Victor Hugo doesn’t talk about techniques here. He talks about how he lives his life and how it applies to jiu-jitsu. In this live interview, Victor breaks down: - Why flow matters more than force at the highest level - How he trains without burning out or getting stuck - What actually goes through his head before world championship finals - How early losses shaped him instead of breaking him - Why adaptability beats having “one best move” - How he stays calm when everything is on the line - And what most athletes get wrong about longevity, pressure, and winning This was filmed tableside at Fuji BJJ Expo, during a live tournament weekend — the noise, the distractions, the energy — and Victor stayed exactly who he is: calm, thoughtful, and intentional. If you’ve ever: - Felt stuck in your training - Burned out chasing results - Struggled with pressure in competition - Or wondered how elite athletes stay composed while everyone else panics This conversation will change how you think about jiu-jitsu.This isn’t hype.This is Big Man Flow — explained by the man who lives it. I Suck at Jiu Jitsu Experience: https://kick.site/rxi0b3vo ($100 OFF with Promo Code "Fuji Expo") Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles, feat. Rob Biernacki(FREE): https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/ isucksportshygiene.com Promo Code “ISUCK” Datsusara 10% OFF with Promo Code “ISUCK”: https://www.dsgear.com/ he Competitor’s Journey: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/comp Champion’s Stay Present: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/csp Join ISAJJ PRO(ALL of Josh’s Courses in One Place): https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/suck Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isuckatjiujitsushow Check out the ISAJJ Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JoshMcKinney

    1h 14m
  6. #357 Give me 59 Minutes, I'll Fix Your Jiu Jitsu in 2026

    JAN 15

    #357 Give me 59 Minutes, I'll Fix Your Jiu Jitsu in 2026

    Most people won’t waste 2026 on purpose—but they will by accident. In this short, no-fluff episode of The I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu Show, Josh McKinney(@thejoshmckinney) breaks down the simple mistakes that keep white belts stuck and black belts stale—and how small tweaks can completely change your progress next year. This isn’t about new techniques, secret systems, or training harder. It’s about fixing the boring fundamentals of how you train, so your time on the mat actually turns into skill. If you want 2026 to be the year your jiu-jitsu finally clicks, this episode is your reset. Why most people “train a lot” but don’t get better How to stop drifting and start improving with intention The biggest mindset traps holding back every belt level How to structure training so progress compounds over time Give me 59 minutes—and don’t waste 2026. Master Any Position in 6 Weeks: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/6  Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles, feat. Rob Biernacki(FREE): https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/isuck sportshygiene.com Promo Code “ISUCK” Datsusara 10% OFF with Promo Code “ISUCK”: https://www.dsgear.com/  The Competitor’s Journey: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/comp  Champion’s Stay Present: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/csp  Join ISAJJ PRO(ALL of Josh’s Courses in One Place): https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/suck Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isuckatjiujitsushow  Check out the ISAJJ Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JoshMcKinney  What you’ll learn:

    59 min
  7. #356 The 15 Best Moments of ISAJJ in 2025 | 7 Hours of Jiu jitsu Learning

    JAN 8

    #356 The 15 Best Moments of ISAJJ in 2025 | 7 Hours of Jiu jitsu Learning

    What happens when you take the wildest, deepest, most ridiculous Jiu-Jitsu conversations of the year… and put them in one episode?This is it.⚠️ 7 straight hours of black belt wisdom, hot takes, mindset shifts, technical gold, and straight-up Jiu Jitsu madness — all pulled from the best moments of The I Suck at Jiu-Jitsu Show in 2025.Whether you're a white belt looking for breakthroughs…A coach searching for clarity…Or a die-hard fan of the chaos — this episode is your end-of-year deep dive.⏱️ What’s Inside:🤯 Unfiltered rants, raves, and revelations🧠 Practical advice that actually moves your game forward🔥 Conversations that shook the Jiu-Jitsu community🥋 Clips that made you laugh, rethink, and rewind🗣 Featuring guests like:Henry Akins, Greg Souders., Glen Powditch, Steve McKinney, and other top-tier minds from the mats.If you’re serious about Jiu-Jitsu, this is the 7-hour reset your brain needs before 2026.👇 Comment your favorite moment below — I might pin it. ISAJJ Experience Tickets: https://kick.site/rxi0b3vo Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles, feat. Rob Biernacki(FREE): https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/isuck sportshygiene.com Promo Code “ISUCK” Datsusara 10% OFF with Promo Code “ISUCK”: https://www.dsgear.com/ The Competitor’s Journey: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/comp 00:00 - Jack Taufer explains connection and belt rank 22:13 - Why the Jiu Jitsu Community is falling apart 45:00 - What makes Greg Souders tick? 1:07:54 - Henry Akins and Micheal Zenga Breakdown what makes the best Jiu Jitsu 1:35:04 - What is American Jiu Jitsu? | The AJJ Declaration of Independence 2:07:44 - How to get your Black Belt in 7 Years 2:27:36 - Worst Hot Takes of 2025 2:58:10 - Identifying every hateable person at your jiu jitsu school 3:26:18 - Glyn Powditch teaches Breathwork for jiu jitsu and survivial 3:58:10 - Warning: Jiu Jitsu is Ruining Your Life 4:22:23 - How to use a Performance day 4:38:22 - CJI is going to suck? 5:16:56 - Josh loses in front of everyone but still has a better day than Ralph 5:51:41 - Thank You Notes of 2025 6:09:19 - Steve McKinney | Life Hacks to live Forever Jack Taufer explains connection and belt rank - https://youtu.be/bDFFiauY3lc Why the Jiu Jitsu Community is falling apart - https://youtu.be/hlCWCv327Uc What makes Greg Souders tick? - https://youtu.be/R5XI3CfLV9g Henry Akins and Micheal Zenga Breakdown what makes the best Jiu Jitsu - https://youtu.be/tN-eIL7euSo What is American Jiu Jitsu? | The AJJ Declaration of Independence - https://youtu.be/KVSyAde-yrQ How to get your Black Belt in 7 Years - https://youtu.be/9RsayPzb-7E Worst Hot Takes of 2025 - https://youtu.be/UDmUl4cYvcs Identifying every hateable person at your jiu jitsu school - https://youtu.be/mnCMwvx0erI Glyn Powditch teaches Breathwork for jiu jitsu and survival - https://youtu.be/7akgVE7vy0c Warning: Jiu Jitsu is Ruining Your Life - https://youtu.be/tgsV_8dsUJw How to use a Performance day - https://youtu.be/8fMjTOiBAhY CJI is going to suck? - https://youtu.be/eNP9a4o12i4 Josh loses in front of everyone but still has a better day than Ralph - https://youtu.be/Z7Tz-rEMy_4 Thank You Notes of 2025 - https://youtu.be/VHah0cikGHg Steve McKinney | Life Hacks to live Forever - https://youtu.be/pDBVTmCKcsc

  8. #355 Josh Answers 40 Questions | How to Suck Less

    JAN 1

    #355 Josh Answers 40 Questions | How to Suck Less

    This special is a rapid-fire AMA where I answer your questions on jiu-jitsu, coaching, competing, gym ownership, family life, burnout, bad ideas, good albums, worse warm-ups, and everything in between. From how to suck less as a white belt, to training 2–3x a week, to biggest failures, future goals, and what actually matters after the medals fade.Some answers are tactical. Some are honest. A few are probably controversial.All of them are real.Hit play, start the year smarter, and take one idea into training this week. Sign up for ISAJJx Jiu-Jitsu for Imbeciles, feat. Rob Biernacki(FREE): https://www.bjjmentalmodels.com/isucksportshygiene.com Promo Code “ISUCK”Datsusara 10% OFF with Promo Code “ISUCK”: https://www.dsgear.com/ The Competitor’s Journey: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/comp Champion’s Stay Present: https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/csp Join ISAJJ PRO(ALL of Josh’s Courses in One Place): https://www.simplifyingjiujitsu.com/suckFollow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isuckatjiujitsushow Check out the ISAJJ Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JoshMcKinney

    2h 30m
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Jiu-Jitsu is hard. Join host Josh McKinney on his forever quest to "suck less at jiu-jitsu." Learn from high level black belts, in depth conversations, and off the wall rants by the host himself. It is guaranteed that each episode will help you suck just a little less at jiu-jitsu, or your money back. Josh McKinney is an accomplished adult black belt competitor with a "suck-less" mindset that can help anyone progress

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  • Creator
    Josh McKinney
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    381
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Josh McKinney
  • Show Website
    I Suck At Jiu Jitsu Show

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