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Raf's Recollection | Some of my favorite episodes of the show are just me and Kev, talking MMA and BJJ.
This episode is no exception. Not only do we hand out some Sage advice, but we also get to a number of topics that we've been meaning to bring up for some time.
Listen in and let us know what you think, folks!
And if you have any problems listening to the episode in the embed above, you can download this episode RIGHT HERE.
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Raf's Recollection | Full episode recap coming later.
For now, please enjoy stories about how I came back from lunch to be greeted by a UFC fighter and discussion with Cobrinha Black Belt and awesome BJJ competitor, Ram Ananda.
If you have any problems listening to the podcast above, you can download EPISODE 153 right here.
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Raf's Recollection | Let's just put it out there, Metamoris imploded this week.
The takeover from AJ Agazarm became such a weird series of events, we figured the only way to cover them was to bring together several of our pals to read the statements in dramatic form.
We let everyone interpret the words as they deemed fit. As former champions in the arts of interpretation (we competed nationally in speech and debate like the nerds we are), Kevin and myself have an appreciation for listening to others take their best stab at the words written meticulously by Ralek Gracie and AJ.
I mean, shit, it wasn't that long ago that AJ was stoked to compete for Metamoris. He even came on our show to talk about how he wasn't that concerned about getting paid, he was certain he would (you can listen to that appearance here). But not paying someone for six months and asking people to chill is... well... it's insane.
The whole thing's nuts.
And then, to top it all off, we brought on Inside BJJ's Matt Freeman (pictured above with one of the mayors of the 209) to help us make sense of it all. It's a fun-fillled Metamoris themed episode where we do our best to try to answer the following important question:
What the fuck happened?
We hope you all enjoy it.
Be sure to listen in to the good folks at Inside BJJ here, and follow Matt on his Twitter here.
You can also keep up with our latest antics at the following links.
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And if you're having trouble listening to this week's episode, you can download Episode 152 right here.
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Raf's Recollection | We've long been fans of Abraham Marte here at the podcast. There's something about the Clark Kent looking guy off the mats that lulls you into a false sense of safety when you see him turn up the intensity when he goes on the mats.
It was cool to get to hear many of his thoughts about the competition game, as well as his perspectives on nerd culture.
But not only do we talk with Marte, we also talk with his pal Chris Martin (not the lead singer of that lame band, a fellow jiu-jitsu practitioner), who hops on the episode to talk with us about a cool BJJ getaway that's going to help raise money for charity.
A BJJ getaway you say? Yeah, not just any get away, a bad ass one that will also feature Rodolfo Viera and Roberto "Cyborg" Abreu at a Brazilian jiu-jitsu camp in the Dominican Republic next month for an organization called BJJ 4 Change, with proceeds going to the Fighting for a Dream Project.
For more information, check out the website here and join in.
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Raf's Recollection | Good news everyone: We got Kevin back!
That's right, after surviving a ridiculous week of vacation, Kevin returns to the show to find out who ended up winning the Over/Under Kevin (Without Kevin) brawl that took place between The MMA Hour's Eric Jackman and Caleb Johnson.
The result just. might. shock. you.
Or not, I don't really know your deal.
This week, we bring Jackman and Johnson on the show to talk about the controversial decision between Robbie Lawler and Carlos Condit's epic, five round fight that everyone seems to have an opinion on.
What do you guys think? After you listen in to the podcast this week, let us know who you thought won. Also, we talk a little Rizin and whatever the hell that was.
And don't forget to hit us up on social media. You can also follow our pal Caleb as he takes part in an awesome superfight over in Texas this Saturday by giving him a follow on Twitter and Periscope at @johnsoncaleb27
You can also download this week's episode right here!
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Raf's Recollection | Kevin's not here on this one, but lucky for us The MMA Hour's Eric Jackman and BJJ bad ass, Caleb Johnson are here to help us sort out the betting odds for UFC 195.
Listen in to our very first LIVE episode and let us know what you think folks!
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Raf's Recollection | Listen in for our annual Christmas shout outs and an awesome interview with Eddie Cruz!
If you guys want to help donate your old BJJ gear, you can send items to:
Barrio San Francisco 5 Calle 7 AVE El Progreso Yoro Apartamento No. 1
Or you can donate items to the BJJ For Honduras GoFundMe at:
https://www.gofundme.com/sb7rkvzb
Happy whatever the hell you celebrate folks. We here at the podcast hope you and yours have a great holiday!
NOTE: If the link above doesn't work for the episode, you can download this episode of the podcast right here!
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Raf's Recollection | On deadline, so can't write too much, but we've got the return of Austin Stack and EBI 5 matchmaker extraordinaire Casey Halstead.
Listen in folks!
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Raf's Recollection | We're just gettin started folks.
Be sure to listen to BOTH episodes this week, as we've got a two part episode with Rafael Lovato Jr., plus appearances from podcast favorites John Evans, Eric Jackman, and Bubba McDaniel.
AND we've got a shit-ton of former guests who drop in on the episode. You're definitely gonna want to listen to both of these shows, folks!
DOWNLOAD: Episode 143
DOWNLOAD: Episode 144
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Raf's Recollection | Coming soon.
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Raf's Recollection | It's been awhile since we've had the pleasure of chatting with our pal Jon Thomas (of Tap Cancer Out), but when we do we make sure to make the conversation memorable and light.
I have a lot of respect for the work that Jon does. Tap Cancer Out donates hundreds of thousands of dollars (for a sport that often struggles to make financial sense). And yet, here is a tournament that puts charity right at the epicenter of a great opportunity for those who like to compete to get out there and raise money for a good cause.
I can get behind that.
Not only do we talk about Tap Cancer Out's upcoming venture back out to San Diego (January 16th, be sure to sign up here!), but we also find out more about Jon's journey in jiu-jitsu, his competitive philosophy, what he thinks when he goes to other tournaments he's not running, and maybe even hear a little bit about what it feels like to get a private from Keenan Cornelius.
Plus, we talk about my adventures over at Cobra Kai Jiu-Jitsu in Vegas over the weekend, and give you guys a little more context about these two killer moments that happened there:
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Plus, you can hear all about how Lance Storm, MVP, and William Regal all basically became fans of my technique here.
It's all good stuff you guys. Listen in and enjoy, folks!
[buzzsprout episode='319280' player='true'] Raf's Recollection | Hey Folks, on another deadline as I write this (so I have to keep things short) but you're in for a good one this week.
On this episode, we bring on Ricardo Tubbs, the President of De FIRMA Kimono Company. For those of you who tuned in to hear me commentate live at the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam, you may have heard Ricardo send in some hilarious tweets -- going as far to even provide an incentive for me to continue plugging his gear.
Curious to hear more about what would compel someone to dare me to plug, as well as a genuine interest in the company, we brought Ricardo on the show. And we were delighted to hear the cool story behind Ricardo's BJJ beginnings (it's almost unbelievable), as well as the way he began his company.
It's a rich conversation that takes us all over the place and really gives you a great take-away as to what makes his company so unique and invested in the community.
Listen in and let us know what you think folks!
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Raf's Recollection | Full write up with Gabe Arges coming up soon!
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Raf's Recollection | Never a dull moment round these parts, folks. This week we bring on Sub Con's Shawn Fowler to talk a little bit about the organization's next tournament on November 1st, and then we chat with ATOS's Mike Perez who talks with us about everything from ADCC to competitive spirit, his future plans, and even mentions some things you might not know about the guy.
So listen in and let us know what you guys think.
Oh, BTW, I tricked my work into letting me write about jiu-jitsu today. So I think that means you all are obligated to read about it.
Give it a read here and then make plans to watch Anthony Bourdain's Parts Unknown this Sunday on CNN.
Oh, and also, you should make plans to watch the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam this Sunday, because yours truly will be doing commentary with John Evans yet again.
So get excited folks. It's all going down!
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Raf's Recollection | I don't recall getting asked to play Over/Under Kevin against Jesse J. Saxon (from WB Survival), so don't believe this photo.
We recap all things UFC 192, plus we chat Flo Grappling No Gi Pans commentary and we even close out with a quick note about my grandfather.
Great episode here folks.
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Raf's Recollection | Full recap coming later. But, for now, please enjoy the nonsense that is Jesse J. Saxon From WB Survival doing his best to match wits (er, thoughts?) with Kevin as they play an installment of Over/Under Kevin.
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Raf's Recollection | Full write up coming later folks, but this episode with Vinny is can't miss. He talks about everything. And you'll definitely want to hear his take on ADCC, including his match against Garry Tonon.
Also, we're starting a new thing where you can look up parts of our episodes on YouTube.
Feel free to check out this episode on YouTube right here.
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Kevin's Total Recall: If you didn't see the Newaza Challenge, do yourself and jiu-jitsu a favor and go watch it right now (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5UaUpGZpGls).... we'll wait. Okay, so you now you know how amazing it was. Raf Esparza and John Evans were amazing calling the fights. Tune in as Raf explains why Kevin's absence might have beautiful minded his performance.
Raf and Kevin scream in support of Polaris Pro 2 and debate who was better, Garry Tonon or Josh Palmer. Then, Raf graciously catches Kevin up on ADCC 2015 because Kevin was moving Denver. Nay, Kevin moved to Denver. Thats right, Episode 132 is live from Denver (and LA but that's not new).
This podcast ends with Kevin winning Over/Under UFC 191. Watch Major League and afterwards you can send your congratulations to Kevin on his winning streak @phillipskevin1 on twitter.
Stay cool Verbal Tap fans, your the best in the world.
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Raf's Recollection | Hey gang, don't have much time for a write up this week (on assignment), but we have a killer Over/Under Kevin preview for UFC 191 with our pal T.P. Grant (who also sticks around to preview ADCC with us on this episode).
Listen in.
Oh, and speaking of ADCC. What would you say about maybe watching/listening to a possible live scream visual commentary of ADCC with yours truly? Maybe some kinda Google Hangout kinda thing?
Just spit balling. Sound off in the comment section below!
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af's Recollection | Before we start I feel it’s important to ask: What are your true feelings about AJ Agazarm?
