Off the Mats Podcast
The Off the Mats Podcast is hosted by Jake Dante, a jiu jitsu practitioner in Maryland and all around regular guy. On the show, various topics are discussed ranging from training to dealing with injury and mental health as it relates to martial arts. We also talk about other topics outside of that realm that can go anywhere from comic books to films to pro wrestling and even just general family life.
Episodes
Episodes
Monday Feb 08, 2021
Off the Mats #35- BJJ Ladies Compilation
Monday Feb 08, 2021
Monday Feb 08, 2021
This week's episode of the podcast, I had the privilege of doing a brief Q&A session with several female grapplers from various backgrounds and areas. I wanted to get an idea of how these individuals felt as they began training martial arts, what they experienced during their first competition, had they ever been in a fist fight, and what advice they wish they'd had in the beginning. This episode is a little different from previous editions, but I think you'll all still enjoy it very much. I have a few familiar guest and a few new.
Featured Guest:
@teanna_taylor_bjj
@spidermonkeyyoda
@jits_bitch
@babyassassinn
@phyllocrania__paradoxa
@bjjmomma
Thank you, all for listening to the podcast. I do appreciate you all. This is a fun little hobby for me and knowing that people are listening to me ramble, is nice.
Feel free to reach out to me on @bjj.wiki or @offthematspodcast on Instagram.
Also, be sure to check out @thedeephalfpodcast if you haven't already done so. It's a hilarious podcast hosted by @mybjjisok, @dannypatrickbjj, and @jits_bitch
Oh and big shout out to @babyassassinn coming through with the cover art idea and actual cover. Thank you
Monday Feb 01, 2021
Off the Mats #34- Happy Anniversary
Monday Feb 01, 2021
Monday Feb 01, 2021
Welcome back to another episode of the podcast. This week, my guest is my wife....Sarah....with an "H". We decided to sit down and chat about our 21 years together as we approach our anniversary. Really, we just talk about Marvel legends, WWE Royal Rumble, my OnlyFans potential, and some small dynamics of our marriage. We're simple folk and really don't ask for much.
Thank you, everyone for listening and supporting the podcast. This wouldn't work without you all and I appreciate it.
Be sure to check out @studentofbjj on Instagram and follow his new project @champions_keep_score
And go check the website studentofbjj.com
Don't forget to head over to bjjjudo.com and use promo code Bjjwiki to save 10%.
Give a follow on Instagram under @bjj_judo_co or find the many groups on Facebook, as well.
And last but not least, go listen to @thedeephalfpodcast
It's hosted by @mybjjisok, @dannypatrickbjj, and @jits_bitch
This trio continues to ask the serious questions and keep us entertained. Go check it out.
Thank you all.
Monday Jan 25, 2021
Off the Mats #33- Behind the Curtain with JB Part 2
Monday Jan 25, 2021
Monday Jan 25, 2021
What's up, winners?? Welcome back to part 2 of what was meant to be a very short Q&A session (Don't worry, that's still coming) and somehow ended up turning into... I don't know what. This week JB (@jits_bitch for the Instagram crew) and I continue down the rabbit hole of madness where we discuss her introduction into martial arts, her feelings on competing in BJJ, and why she loves Casablanca. If you made it through part 1, you should be fine for part 2.
Thank you, as always, to everyone who continue to listen. Whether it be every week or when you see a guest of interest, I appreciate it. I just saw that I had a few more reviews on the Apple Podcast link, so if you're one of the 22.1% of the Apple listeners, head over and leave a review. If you're on Podbean, you can leave a comment as well.
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-mats-podcast/id1525169428#see-all/reviews
If you bought a rashguard from @artesuaveelite using my promo code.... Thank you. That's awesome. Make sure to tune in to ASE 1, this coming Saturday, January 30th. Follow the link below.
https://www.artesuaveelite.com/ppv
And while you're at it, saunter on over to bjjjudo.com and see the slick rashguards and hoodies available over there. Amy's (@bjj_judo_co) doing an amazing job over there with the site and the Facebook Groups. Use promo code Bjjwiki and save yourself 10%, as well.
@studentofbjj is quietly working on a new project and I can't wait for him to reveal it to the world. In the meantime, head over to studentofbjj.com and checkout the merchandise and scoop a Yes Gi or No Gi cap.
And last, but not least, go and give a listen to @thedeephalfpodcast featuring @mybjjisok, @dannypatrickbjj, and @jits_bitch. These 3 combined is what you get if Captain Planet hated the planet, but only saves it out of pity. Their latest episode featuring @jitsdicks is currently available.
https://open.spotify.com/show/0ojPphYM30DfMLE3yqmWA5?si=XxD_LZNeRACDQDQBMzmHUw
Monday Jan 18, 2021
Off the Mats #32- My Favorite Mistake with JB Part 1
Monday Jan 18, 2021
Monday Jan 18, 2021
What's up, loyal listeners. This week on the podcast, I welcome a very good friend of mine as we accidentally recorded this episode. We were meant to record a 15 to 20 minute Q&A session and it turned into a 3 hour therapy session for both of us. My guest this week is JB, but many of you may know her as Jits_Bitch from Instagram. In our therapy session, we discuss our colorful upbringings, caring too much, and Cabbage Patch Kids. Buckle up for a potentially triggering 90 minutes of Dante and JB going deep into the woods as we forgot that we were recording at one point.
Thank you everyone for listening each week or whenever you do. I appreciate it. This podcast wouldn't be a thing without you.
Always feel free to reach out to me on Instagram at @bjj.wiki or @offthematspodcast.
Also, be certain to checkout @thedeephalfpodcast. Here you'll be able to hear the antics of @mybjjisok, @dannypatrickbjj, and @jits_bitch. It's a hilarious show that can take you down a rabbit hole.
Don't forget to checkout @studentofbjj on Instagram and at studentofbjj.com. There you'll find tons of amazing content in the form of technique videos and memes
My friends over at @bjj_judo_co has been slowly making waves as well. Head to the website and see the new merchandise popping up. You'll find them at https://www.bjjjudo.com/
Use the promo code Bjjwiki and save yourself 10% off your order.
Monday Jan 11, 2021
Off the Mats #31- Arte Suave Elite
Monday Jan 11, 2021
Monday Jan 11, 2021
What's up, nerd assassins. On this week's episode of the podcast I welcome Alfredo, who is the creator and matchmaker for the upcoming Arte Suave Elite events on January 30th. Arte Suave Elite is a submission only super fight tournament set in California. Alfredo and I discuss how he was peer pressured into creating the event along with the rule set. We also talk about his jiu jitsu journey and the Gerard Butler movie, Greenland. Get buckled in for another fun conversation and be sure to check the links below.
Thank you all for listening and if you have any questions or want to be a guest, feel free to reach out. I'm friendly.
On January 30, 2021 at 1:00 PM Pacific Time, tune in to @artesuaveelite
Visit https://www.artesuaveelite.com/ppv to order the event and for further details.
Also, check out
Fostering Jiu Jitsu
@fosteringjiujitsu
They teach at-risk youth life skills through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
https://www.patreon.com/fjj
New episodes of @thedeephalf are coming your way, soon. If you're not following, go fix yourself and follow.
https://open.spotify.com/show/0ojPphYM30DfMLE3yqmWA5?si=zcbca0s6TROXWHBY9U0VTQ
And lastly, visit and follow @bjjmomma and get in on the giveaway from @flexpromeals
Monday Jan 04, 2021
Off the Mats #30- Cava Antigua Magic
Monday Jan 04, 2021
Monday Jan 04, 2021
Happy New Year, y'all. I hope your New Year's resolution is to listen to more Off the Mats Podcast. On this episode I welcome a teammate and friend, Bryan C. as we enjoy the flavorful Cava Antigua tequila. We briefly discuss loop chokes and wristlocks before we jump into talks about the DC Comics Holy Trinity, our best guess at the MCU's future & its confusion from comic to film, Keanu Reeves, and Scarlet Witch. I'm gonna be honest, we're all over the place. Do your best to keep up.
Thank you to all my guest and everyone who has listened...old and new. 2020 has been a bizarre year for most of us and this podcast has been a big part of helping me through. I appreciate you all.
Always feel free to reach out to me at @offthematspodcast or @bjj.wiki on Instagram or offthemats2020@gmail.com.
New show alert!!!!
Check out @thedeephalfpodcast on Instagram and at the link below. The show features 3 of my favorite accounts to hijack memes from... @dannypatrickbjj @mybjjisok and @jits_bitch
Together these three bring a level of fuckery that's refreshing and much needed.
https://open.spotify.com/show/0ojPphYM30DfMLE3yqmWA5?si=XW2Qzxe6RkqIO1PqW2I3vQ
Also be sure to stop by @studentofbjj on Instagram and check the site for pointers and merch.
studentofbjj.com
Be on the look out for @champions_keep_score as well.
Monday Dec 28, 2020
Off the Mats #29- Jiu JItsu is Family
Monday Dec 28, 2020
Monday Dec 28, 2020
This week on Off the Mats Podcast, I welcome back Angelina. We discuss, in this rushed episode, the importance of owning your own bullshit, jiu jitsu family & connectivity, and we both admit to liking Mean Girls and cheering on Lindsay Lohan in life.
Thank you all for joining me on this journey. Always feel free to reach out to me on @offthematspodcast or @bjj.wiki on Instagram or at offthemats2020@gmail.com.
You can find Angelina on Instagram as well at @sweetangelina2453
Also go check out @studentofbjj on Instagram as well as studentofbjj.com for excellent content and merchandise.
New program alert!!! Check out @thedeephalfpodcast featuring @jits_bitch @dannypatrickbjj and @mybjjisok
Episode 1 is up now.
https://rss.com/podcasts/thedeephalfpodcast/
Friday Dec 25, 2020
Off the Mats #28- Why So... Festive????
Friday Dec 25, 2020
Friday Dec 25, 2020
Merry Christmas!!! On this festive episode, I sit with one half of the Why So Nerdy??? Podcast, Will Baldon. Will and I discuss how Christmas dinners went in our households growing up, Fern Gully, and Derby Pie. So, go ahead and get settled after opening gifts and watching Wonder Woman 1984... simply hit play, and start listening. Happy Holidays to everyone and thank you for listening. You can find Will at the links below.
Twitter:@williambaldon@baldonproject (business)
Instagram:@coolguycentral21@thebaldonproject (business)
Facebook:William thecookster BaldonThebaldonproject (business page)
Also be sure to check out the Why So Nerdy??? Podcast linked below
https://castbox.fm/channel/id2703335
@whysonerdypodcast
While you're at it, look up Nerd Rage Radio
https://www.podbean.com/pa/pbblog-ruqhy-c8e2d
@nerdrageradioig
And last but not least, visit studentofbjj.com
@studentofbjj
As always, you can find me at @offthematspodcast or @bjj.wiki
About the Host
Jake Dante is a content curator with BJJ.Wiki. You might know him from several social media and podcast projects such as Nerd Rage Radio and Colompton Social Club. He is also generally very lowkey but active on social media.
Jake lives, trains, and podcasts from Anne Arundel County, Maryland and is always spending time with his family and working on show ideas and content.