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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Scott McCausland and Purple Belt Kevin McCallion talk about Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, training, and anything else they can think of.

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    • May 23, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
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    #41 - Fun with Kevin

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2023 70:11


    On this episode, Scott asks Kevin a bunch of questions ranging from fighting aliens to personal catch-phrases, and much more.Check out our episode page: http://nodropinfee.com/episode/40Check out the YouTube video: https://youtu.be/OV_NhN1cOW0 Kevin getting punched in the face by Chuck Liddell: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tv9lpK-aVuoFollow UsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nodropinfeeFacebook: http://facebook.com/nodropinfeeWeb: http://nodropinfee.comSupport the show

    #40 - Quitting

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 70:34


    On this episode, we talk about why people quit training...Why do people quit at blue belt? Why in the first few months? Why after their first class? Check out our episode page: http://nodropinfee.com/episode/40Check out the YouTube video: https://youtu.be/k4cHgSXBDlAFollow UsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nodropinfeeFacebook: http://facebook.com/nodropinfeeWeb: http://nodropinfee.comSupport the show

    #39 - Long Time No See

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2023 73:29


    WE ARE BACK!!!We talk about a bunch of different things: steroids in BJJ, opening a Gym, starting a tournament, and way more...Check out our episode page: http://nodropinfee.com/episode/39Check out the YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-KrHSrPCeR0Follow UsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nodropinfeeFacebook: http://facebook.com/nodropinfeeWeb: http://nodropinfee.comSupport the show

    #38 - Dan Swift, the outcast of Outcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2022 72:30


    On this episode, we meet up with - the infamous - Dan Swift. We talk about the current events of him being kicked out of the Jiu-Jitsu program he was heading up, how it all started, and how it ended with him being called a "white trash imbred pile of f*cking garbage...".  There is so much more!!!!Check out our episode page: http://nodropinfee.com/episode/38Follow UsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nodropinfeeFacebook: http://facebook.com/nodropinfeeWeb: http://nodropinfee.comSupport the show

    #37 - 2021 Christmas Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2022 83:55


    On this episode, we finally get back together after COVID ravaged Kevin's household. We talk about a bunch of different things: Kevin fighting his kids martial arts instructor, the Kim Potter trial, and Scott's kids program, and more...Check out our episode page: http://nodropinfee.com/episode/37Check out the YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=moTBLwkVWJYFollow UsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nodropinfeeFacebook: http://facebook.com/nodropinfeeWeb: http://nodropinfee.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nodropinfee)

    #36 - Jacob Propst

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2021 66:59


    On this episode, we meet up over Facebook Video with the owner and head instructor of Consecution Jiu-Jitsu Academy, Jacob Propst. We explore his latest event, the Agiad Combat Trials, in great detail. We also catch up with him about his plans for competing in the ADCC North American Trials in early November, and what his goals are for this upcoming event and further.Check out our episode page: http://nodropinfee.com/episode/36Follow UsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nodropinfeeFacebook: http://facebook.com/nodropinfeeWeb: http://nodropinfee.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nodropinfee)

    #35 - Dan "The Pennsylvania Hitman" Swift

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2021 95:01


    On this episode, we sit down with the infamous Dan Swift and get some more details on why he is reviving his MMA career in a promotion called StreetBeefs.We talk about his MMA and BJJ career, his outside-of-the-gym antics, and an update on his legal fight over alleged dog fighting. Dan tells some funny stories and doesn't hold back. He provides us with his infamous "laundry mat fight" and how he and Tim Sylvia almost threw down. Check out our episode page: http://nodropinfee.com/episode/35Watch our video on YouTube: Coming soon!Follow UsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nodropinfeeFacebook: http://facebook.com/nodropinfeeWeb: http://nodropinfee.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nodropinfee)

    #34 - Jiu-Jitsu Pet Peeves

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2021 100:32


    On this episode, we select our most irritating BJJ-related pet peeves. Dictionary.com defines a pet peeve as "something that a particular person finds especially annoying".Check out our episode page: http://nodropinfee.com/episode/34Watch our video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HACICDcNQXIFollow UsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nodropinfeeFacebook: http://facebook.com/nodropinfeeWeb: http://nodropinfee.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nodropinfee)

    #33 - Is Wrestling a Martial Art?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2021 95:45


    On this episode, our 3rd video podcast, we try to answer the question: "Is Wrestling a Martial Art?"We talk with Dr. Korey Kilburn about the criteria that we define as necessary to be a martial art, and compare that with the characteristics of wrestling. We talk about street applicability, longevity, philosophy, lifestyle, and much much more.Check out our episode page: http://nodropinfee.com/episode/33Watch our video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSZSc-tNAfsFollow UsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nodropinfeeFacebook: http://facebook.com/nodropinfeeWeb: http://nodropinfee.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nodropinfee)

    #32 - Traditional Martial Arts

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2021 116:37


    On this episode, our 2nd video podcast, the topic is "Traditional Martial Arts". We talk about Kevin's vasectomy, Gordon slapping Andre, and why there aren't more traditional martial arts converts in BJJ.Check out our episode page: http://nodropinfee.com/episode/32Watch our video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-83d0v8nNgFollow UsInstagram: @nodropinfeeFacebook: http://facebook.com/nodropinfeeWeb: http://nodropinfee.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nodropinfee)

    #31 - Brad "No Hips" Bukovics

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2021 63:48


    On this episode, our first of 2021, we talk with Brad Bukovics, a Relson Gracie black belt out of Orwell, OH.We talk about his background, competition experiences, and much more.Listen to find out about his nickname! Follow UsInstagram: @nodropinfeeFacebook: http://fb.me/nodropinfeeWeb: http://nodropinfee.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nodropinfee)

    #30 - "12 Days of J"

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2020 71:02


    On this episode, our 2nd Christmas Special, the topic is "12 Days of J". But not in the traditional sense... we give you our 12 tips for getting better at Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu! Check out our episode page: http://nodropinfee.com/episodes/30Check out our first video podcast on YouTube as well: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XY0YpxUFDLkFollow UsInstagram: @nodropinfeeFacebook: http://fb.me/nodropinfeeWeb: http://nodropinfee.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nodropinfee)

    #29 - Chad "Kodiak" Fields

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2020 72:51


    On this episode, we talk with Chad "Kodiak" Fields. We discuss his victory over Tom DeBlass, his upcoming competitions, how he stays motivated, and much more. For more info, check out his website: https://kodiakfields.com/Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nodropinfee)

    #28 - Robert Degle

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2020 92:47


    On this episode, we talk with Danaher Death Squad member, Robert Degle. We discuss his philosophy on training, his competition mindset, and much more.Listen close as he gives us some insight into why he is deciding to change his signature look!Check out his instructional videos and much more here -> http://robertdeglebjjonline.comSupport the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nodropinfee)

    #27 - Valerie Worthington

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2020 68:24


    On this episode, we talk with a Leader in Jiu-Jitsu - 3rd Degree Black Belt Valerie Worthington. We talk about the following:How she got started in Jiu-JitsuHer trip across the countryHer bookHer plans for the futureNot only is she a killer on the mats and a wealth of knowledge, she is also one of the nicest people we have talked to on the podcast, and look forward to having her back again and again.Check out her book: Training Wheels: How a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Road Trip Jump-Started My Search for a Fulfilling Life (Amazon)Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nodropinfee)

    #26 - Winning vs Learning w/ Korey Kilburn

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2020 106:10


    On this episode, we talk about what can help make a new persons introduction to BJJ a bit smoother. What do we teach on day one?What do we talk about?What is the right way to approach a day one student?And much much more...Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nodropinfee)

    Creonte!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2020 65:37


    On this episode, we talk about what is means to be a CREONTE!We also ask some hard questions about whether Kevin is a creonte for training at a bunch of different schools.Where did the term "creonte" come from?What are the qualifications for being a creonte?Could you be one?Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nodropinfee)

    The Road to Color - Black Belt Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2020 95:53


    On this episode, we talk about the ultimate goal in promoted ranks in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - the Black Belt. Scott and Kevin discuss the expectations on earning the rank, the expectations from others about the rank, and what it means to be a black belt. ...and much more!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/nodropinfee)

    Our Fav Martial Arts Movies

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2020 83:17


    We meet in the studio with Darren Italiani (of former FilmDads.com fame) and discuss our favorite martial arts movies. We each come to the table with our Top 5's and some honorable mentions.Darren brings vast historical knowledge to the conversation with a deep understanding and affinity for "traditional" martial arts movies, and we discuss this in detail. What are your favorite martial arts films and why?

    Part 1: Law Enforcement Training with Retired Sgt. Bob Bemis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2020 90:28


    In a break from our normal topics, we meet up with retired Pennsylvania State Police Sergeant Bob Bemis. We discuss the following:Current Law Enforcement TrainingWhat training may look like in the futureJiu-Jitsu Training for Police"Defund the police" movementGeorge FloydAdvice for Current Law EnforcementBob gives us his thoughts after an illustrious 30+ year career in law enforcement that focused on Defensive Tactics and Civil Disorder. He is also the author of Forged in Scars, a personal story about his victory over critical injury -> Click Here

    Dialog with BJJ Brown Belt and Goshin Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Darren Italiani

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2020 59:02


    We meet up over Zoom to discuss the differences between Goshin Jitsu and BJJ, and where they fit in Darren's heart. We also talk about his goals and that the future holds... Darren is a 5th degree Black Belt in Goshin Jitsu with over 30 years of experience and a Brown Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with close to 10 years experience.

    Chat with ADCC Competitor Alec Baulding

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2020 51:38


    We meet up over zoom with ADCC competitor Alec Baulding. We talk about his ADCC East Coast Trials win, his emotions going in and coming out of the ADCC World Championships, and a bunch of other things.Check out his Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCntwH07gaH_uMhA12wp4OjgCheck out his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alecbaulding/*We had a little trouble with Kevin's audio, but we got it sorted out.

    Handling "Dynamite" w/ Jason Dent

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2020 63:52


    We meet up with former UFC fighter Jason Dent over Zoom. We talk about his time on The Ultimate Fighter - Season 9, his fight career, his experiences as a school owner, and much much more.

    Jiu-Jitsu Shorts: Episode 4 - Update with Bill O'Brien

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2020 26:22


    In the fourth installment of Jiu-Jitsu Shorts, we reach out to our old friend and BJJ purple belt, Bill O'Brien, to see what he's been up to!

    Jiu-Jitsu Shorts: Episode 3 - Update with Joe Jaggi

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2020 28:06


    In the third episode of Jiu-Jitsu Shorts, we get an update from freshly promoted BJJ purple belt, Joe Jaggi, to see how he is managing life being: laid off, not allowed to train, and stuck at home.

    #BakingCookiesTakingLimbs with Emil Fischer

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 55:33


    On this episode, we talk with BJJ brown belt and fierce competitor, Emil Fischer.We connect remotely via Zoom, and just chat about his competition experience, goals, and an alteration at a local tournament a few months back. Great conversation - great person - and lastly, great competitor.

    Jiu-Jitsu Shorts: Episode 2 - Update with Trevor Doust

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2020 36:47


    In the second episode of Jiu-Jitsu Shorts, we touch base with Erie Firefighter Trevor Doust to see how he is handling the quarantine and what he is doing to pass the time.We also talk about how he smashed Scott's trophy at a tournament in West Virginia!

    Talking with Travis

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2020 62:00


    On this episode, we talk with BJJ purple belt and longtime friend, Travis McConnaghy. Still in the midst of the COVID-19 "Stay At Home" order, we all connect remotely, via Zoom, and just chat about what's going on, competition mindset, staying active, and goal setting.

    Jiu-Jitsu Shorts: Episode 1 - Update with Dr. Korey Kilburn

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2020 29:54


    In the first episode of Jiu-Jitsu Shorts, we touch base with Dr. Korey Kilburn to see how he is handling the quarantine and how his program has been impacted by this pandemic. We talk about his first day of Jiu-Jitsu and what his current plans for the short term future are.

    A Discussion with Michael Rooney

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2020 114:05


    On episode 12, Scott sat down with UndergroundBJJ's head instructor, Michael Rooney AKA “Roon”, to discuss his Jiu-Jitsu, how it all started, and what it's all about.With Kevin still out of town, the show must go on!

    The Road to Color - Brown Belt Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2020 90:33


    On this episode, we talk about the third promoted rank in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - brown belt.With Kevin out of town for family reasons, we have Steve Kraus in to help us discuss this. What are the requirements for brown belt...What does it mean to be a brown belt... What are the expectations of brown belt...And more!

    Bullying

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2020 78:12


    On this episode, Scott & Kevin talk about bullying and highlight some anti-bullying campaigns and programs available to help combat this problem.

    Conversations with a #MatSavage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2020 82:59


    Mr. Jiu-Jitsu (aka Michael Mihas) joins the show to discuss his background, his mission, and his thoughts after obtaining almost 200,000 likes with his Facebook page.

    The Road to Color - Purple Belt Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2020 103:58


    On this episode, we talk about the second promoted rank in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - purple belt.We have our purple belt friend Jeff Clorley in to help us discuss this. What are the requirements for purple belt...What does it mean to be a purple belt... What are the expectations of purple belt...How is it different than other ranks...And more!

    Frequently Asked Questions in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2019 93:28


    On this episode, we scoured the internet for some of the most common frequently asked questions in relation to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. We answer questions like:How is Gi different than No-Gi?How do I get started?Do beginners only train with beginner?...and much much more...

    The Road to Color - Blue Belt Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2019 91:09


    On this episode, we talk about the first promoted rank in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - blue belt. What's our story...What are the requirements for blue belt...What does it mean to be a blue belt... What is the importance of blue belt...How is it different than other ranks...And more!

    Forged in Scars & Stripes with Sergeant Bob Bemis

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2019 90:03


    Our old friend, retired Sergeant Bob Bemis, calls in to talk with us about his 30+ year career in law enforcement and the accident that changes his life forever. Brief summary: On March 27, 2015, Sergeant Robert "Bob" Bemis, then a 22-year veteran of the Pennsylvania State Police, stopped along the side of an interstate highway to render assistance to a disabled motorist whose vehicle was on fire. A passing vehicle approaching the scene lost control and struck the rear of Bob's police vehicle, which was driven forward striking him. Bob received life-threatening and permanent injury. Check out Bob's website: http://forgedinscars.com

    Jiu-Jitsu, Life, Love & Happiness with Professor Rafa Santos

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2019 96:30


    Ricardo De La Riva 3rd Degree Black Belt Rafa Santos stops in while in town for a seminar to chat about his Jiu-Jitsu beginnings, his school and training, and his major life transformation - mental and physical.Rafa Santos proudly represents the De La Riva/ Carlson Gracie Team with his teachings and continues growth in the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.Check out his school: http://cglakeland.com/

    Tournament Review & Discussion

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2019 50:57


    UndergroundBJJ (Scott's team) took a bunch of competitors to the Grappling Industries Buffalo tournament on October 12th.We talk about the good things, the bad things, and the weird things. Overall it was a good tournament, just some things to change to make it even better.

    Academics, Wrestling, and BJJ Discussion with Dr. Korey Kilburn

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2019 128:41


    We talk with special guest Dr. Korey Kilburn - it went a little longer than expected, but we were able to cover a lot of topics.A renaissance man if there ever was... We talk about his educational background, his Division I wrestling history, his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu background, and much much more. Check out the Edinboro University of Pennsylvania's BJJ Club's website: http://www.eupbjj.com

    Introductions & Training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2019 66:44


    Scott and Kevin sit down in Scott's basement studio to record the very first No Drop-in Fee Podcast.They discuss drop-in fees, training at other gyms, class structure, seminars, rolling with strangers, Scott makes fun of Kevin (a lot), and much much more more.

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