Emily's Pajama Party

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Hi There- I'm Emily and I started my jiujitsu journey in 2024. I am building a community to encourage all women who want to train the accessibility to do so. I interview inspiring individuals to build connection and support.

  1. 3D AGO

    EPP- Meet Maya (Founder of Alchemize Fight Wear for Women)

    Send us a text In this episode of the Pajama Party podcast, host Emily sat down with Maya, the founder of Alchemize, to discuss her inspiring journey in creating a women-centric jiu-jitsu apparel brand. From her early entrepreneurial spirit to the challenges of designing functional and stylish gear, Maya's story is one of empowerment and transformation.

    50 min

  2. JAN 29

    EPP- Meet Ellen (Authenticity)

    Send us a text  In today’s fast-paced world, finding activities that empower us and foster community is essential. Ellen, a PhD student and passionate jiu-jitsu practitioner, shares her journey of discovering strength, confidence, and friendship through the art of jiu-jitsu. Join us as we delve into her experiences and insights, proving that sometimes the most unexpected paths lead to profound personal growth.

    54 min

  3. JAN 22

    EPP- Meet Evelynn (Obsessed with Jiujitsu)

    Send us a text  In this episode, Emily sits down with Evelynn, whose full-blown obsession with BJJ is equal parts inspiring and hilariously relatable. Evelynn shares how jiu-jitsu took over her life in the best way — from the joy, the challenges, and the breakthroughs, to the moments that made her fall even deeper in love with the sport.  A fun, high-energy episode that celebrates passion, growth, and the kind of enthusiasm that reminds us why showing up to the mats feels like coming home.

    47 min

  4. JAN 15

    EPP- Meet Jenna (Technical and Playing the Small Game)

    Send us a text  In this episode, Emily sits down with Jenna for a deep, technical, and incredibly insightful conversation about grappling as a smaller-framed athlete. What begins as a friendly chat quickly turns into a mentoring moment, with Jenna breaking down the strategies, leverage, and mindset shifts that smaller practitioners can use to thrive on the mats.  Full of practical wisdom, detailed technique talk, and the kind of guidance you usually only get from a trusted mentor, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who has ever felt outsized in training. A standout, skill-focused conversation that’s both empowering and refreshingly real.

    55 min

  5. JAN 8

    EPP- Meet Robyn (Mat Talk)

    Send us a text  In this episode, Emily sits down with her friend Robyn—one of the funniest, most genuine people you’ll ever meet. What starts as a simple chat quickly turns into an unexpectedly honest, hilarious, and heartfelt conversation that goes in all the best directions. Robyn’s humor, her realness, and the way she opens up remind us how much depth and warmth can hide behind the laughter.  A joyful, surprising episode that celebrates authenticity, friendship, and the magic of letting a conversation be whatever it wants to be.

    59 min

  6. JAN 1

    EPP- Meet Jody (What I Wish I Knew As A White Belt)

    Send us a text  In this episode, Emily sits down with her friend Jody for an honest and refreshingly real conversation about the early days of BJJ. From the lessons nobody warns you about to the mindset shifts that make all the difference, Jody shares what she wishes she’d known as a white belt—and what she hopes new practitioners can carry with them as they start their own journey.  A warm, encouraging episode full of relatable moments, hard-won wisdom, and the reminder that everyone’s path on the mats begins with simply showing up.

    46 min

  7. 12/26/2025

    EPP- Meet Karina (Training/ Work/ Parent/ Life/ Balance)

    Send us a text  In this episode, Emily sits down with her friend Karina to talk about the real, everyday challenge of finding balance as a mom, a full-time professional, and a dedicated BJJ practitioner. Karina opens up about the pressures, the routines, the messy moments, and the small wins that help her keep moving forward. This honest conversation is all about showing up for yourself even when life is full, giving yourself grace, and carving out space for the things that make you feel strong and grounded. A cozy, heartfelt episode for anyone trying to juggle it all.

    47 min

  8. 12/18/2025

    EPP- Meet AJ (Gym Owner)

    Send us a text  In this episode, I sit down with AJ, owner of a thriving gym in Indianapolis built on one powerful philosophy built on community. AJ shares her journey, the heart behind creating an inclusive space on and off the mats, and the lessons she’s learned about leadership, vulnerability, and building a place where every person feels seen. A conversation full of warmth, purpose, and the reminder that the strongest teams are the ones that feel like home.

    48 min
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Hi There- I'm Emily and I started my jiujitsu journey in 2024. I am building a community to encourage all women who want to train the accessibility to do so. I interview inspiring individuals to build connection and support.

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  • Creator
    Emily
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Emily's Pajama Party
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    Emily's Pajama Party