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.
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 Mar 21, 2022
Off the Mats #99- When In Rome... Do Jiu Jitsu
Monday Mar 21, 2022
Monday Mar 21, 2022
What's happening friends? This week on the podcast we catch up with Julia Blackburn as she has returned from Rome and competing at the IBJJF Europeans. We discussed her lead up as she stopped off in Atlanta to take part in the Atlanta Open. We also talked about the foods she ate, the communication, and plans moving forward. And we had a visit from my daughter during the episode.
Thank you all for listening to and supporting the podcast. Below, you'll find info on where to find the shows and social media.
Go give a follow and listen to @so_you_like_horror on Instagram and listen to the new episode on Spotifyhttps://spoti.fi/3Jqrrxj
Also, big shout out to @armbaraddict over on Instagram and TikTok.https://www.armbaraddict.com/
Show is available on MANY PLATFORMS
FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook.com/offthematspodcast
Instagram @offthematspodcast
Twitter @offthematspod1
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WRITE IN TO THE SHOWEmail: offthemats2020@gmail.com Merchandise Can Be Found Athttps://www.bjjwiki.net/



Monday Mar 14, 2022
Off the Mats #98- Jiu JItsu Expose’
Monday Mar 14, 2022
Monday Mar 14, 2022
What's up, family? Welcome back to the podcast. This week, I welcome to the show, the hosts of the Razzle Dazzle Podcast, @shutupnut and Nevik. On this episode we talk about the hit ABC show LOST, Jiu JItsu, more LOST, and Halloween.
Thank you everyone for all your downloads and support. I greatly appreciate it all. Each week, the numbers continue to grow. Thank you.
@shutupnut can be found on Instagram being an overall badass practicing jiu jitsu. Also, head over to Twitter to stay updated on their podcast at @theRazzleDazzlePodcast. The Razzle Dazzle Podcast can be found on many platforms for download. Go check it out.
Hey y’all. As you may have heard, Toni who runs @jits_bitch has decided to shut her page down. What you may not have heard is she and her daughter are also going through a very rough time. She needs our help. This woman has rallied and organized countless times for others, it’s time for us to come together for her. Please, if you can donate any amount, do. Her Go Fund Me page is now in my bio, in my stories, and below.✅ Donate✅ Share this post@nogi_chunli @samuraiswagatx @bjj.wiki @bjjmomma @chickjitsu @bjj_battalion @jiujitsumomsclub
https://bit.ly/3I9qg4R
Go give a follow and listen to @so_you_like_horror on Instagram and listen to the new episode on Spotifyhttps://spoti.fi/33k2B2g
Also, big shout out to @armbaraddict over on Instagram and TikTok.https://www.armbaraddict.com/
Show is available on MANY PLATFORMS
FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook.com/offthematspodcast
Instagram @offthematspodcast
Twitter @offthematspod1
TikTok https://bit.ly/3FTEZAd
WRITE IN TO THE SHOWEmail: offthemats2020@gmail.com Merchandise Can Be Found Athttps://www.bjjwiki.net/



Monday Mar 07, 2022
Off the Mats #97- The Road Back to Competition feat. Teanna Taylor
Monday Mar 07, 2022
Monday Mar 07, 2022
Welcome back listeners. As we begin our countdown to episode 100, I welcome back @teanna_taylor_bjj as we discuss her return to competition after over 2 years off of the mats, which included 2 major knee surgeries and Covid shutting down the world. We talk about her feelings after winning Bronze at the IBJJF Europeans, the emotions after victory, and her plans for future competition.
Thank you everyone for all your downloads and support. I greatly appreciate it all. Each week, the numbers continue to grow. Thank you.
Also, major shout out to Dr. Carl Bescoby over at @evolveyourinjury. He has been a major help to Teanna as she has returned to the mats.
Be sure to check out the following sponsors of Teanna as well
@xsguard - http://www.xsguardmouthguards.co.uk/
@hyperflyeurope - https://hyperfly.eu/
@enhancd_official -https://enhancd.co.uk
Also, big shout out to @armbaraddict over on Instagram and TikTok.https://www.armbaraddict.com/ Show is available on MANY PLATFORMSPODBEANhttps://offthematspodcast.podbean.com/iTUNEShttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-the-mats-podcast/id1525169428SPOTIFYhttps://spoti.fi/2YTqWKwYOUTUBEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSS5tw9RFhOkHcPgCVAI9MQSTITCHERhttps://www.stitcher.com/show/off-the-mats PLAYER FMhttps://player.fm/series/off-the-mats-podcastPODBAYhttps://podbay.fm/p/off-the-mats-podcastGoogle Podcasthttps://bit.ly/3FTQnfh FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook.com/offthematspodcastInstagram @offthematspodcastTwitter @offthematspod1TikTok https://bit.ly/3FTEZAdWRITE IN TO THE SHOWEmail: offthemats2020@gmail.comMerchandise Can Be Found Athttps://www.bjjwiki.net/



Monday Feb 28, 2022
Off the Mats #96- Random Acts of Conversation
Monday Feb 28, 2022
Monday Feb 28, 2022
What's up, everyone? Welcome back for another week of the podcast. This episode was a little chaotic since i was recording while at work. All the same, we had a fun discussion that featured returning guest, Adam Russman. We talked about more Spider-Man, Joe Rogan, family, and Batman. It really was all over the place.
Follow the links below to join the Warriors Lodge Gaming Club on Facebook and Meet Up. Also check out @beerandbolters40k on Instagram
https://www.facebook.com/groups/warriorslodge/
https://meetu.ps/c/4KF4N/yDYLb/a
Thank you all for listening and supporting the podcast. I appreciate it. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out on @offthematspodcast or @bjj.wiki on Instagram or offthemats2020@gmail.com. I'm friendly. Also, if you want to be a guest, just say so. I got you.
Hey y’all. As you may have heard, Toni who runs @jits_bitch has decided to shut her page down. What you may not have heard is she and her daughter are also going through a very rough time. She needs our help. This woman has rallied and organized countless times for others, it’s time for us to come together for her. Please, if you can donate any amount, do. Her Go Fund Me page is now in my bio, in my stories, and below.✅ Donate✅ Share this post@nogi_chunli @samuraiswagatx @bjj.wiki @bjjmomma @chickjitsu @bjj_battalion @jiujitsumomsclub
https://bit.ly/3I9qg4R
Go give a follow and listen to @so_you_like_horror on Instagram and listen to the new episode on Spotifyhttps://spoti.fi/33k2B2g
Also, big shout out to @armbaraddict over on Instagram and TikTok.https://www.armbaraddict.com/
Show is available on MANY PLATFORMS
FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook.com/offthematspodcast
Instagram @offthematspodcast
Twitter @offthematspod1
TikTok https://bit.ly/3FTEZAd
WRITE IN TO THE SHOWEmail: offthemats2020@gmail.com Merchandise Can Be Found Athttps://www.bjjwiki.net/



Monday Feb 21, 2022
Off the Mats #95- Fighting Adversity feat. Jamie Colleen
Monday Feb 21, 2022
Monday Feb 21, 2022
This week on the podcast, I welcome Philadelphia fighter, Jamie Colleen. Jamie and I discussed her journey into MMA and battling through injuries. We also talk about being parents and what songs she would choose to dance to if Dancing With the Stars gave her a call.
Thank you everyone for all your downloads and support. I greatly appreciate it all. Each week, the numbers continue to grow. Thank you.
Jamie can be found on Instagram at @badmmama being an overall positive figure on the platform and being a domestic violence advocate to those in need. Also, head over to linktr.ee/jamie.colleen for more info on @_tempd_ where she is head of operations, her documentary, and National Hotlines for those in need.
Hey y’all. As you may have heard, Toni who runs @jits_bitch has decided to shut her page down. What you may not have heard is she and her daughter are also going through a very rough time. She needs our help. This woman has rallied and organized countless times for others, it’s time for us to come together for her. Please, if you can donate any amount, do. Her Go Fund Me page is now in my bio, in my stories, and below.✅ Donate✅ Share this post@nogi_chunli @samuraiswagatx @bjj.wiki @bjjmomma @chickjitsu @bjj_battalion @jiujitsumomsclub
https://bit.ly/3I9qg4R
Go give a follow and listen to @so_you_like_horror on Instagram and listen to the new episode on Spotifyhttps://spoti.fi/33k2B2g
Also, big shout out to @armbaraddict over on Instagram and TikTok.https://www.armbaraddict.com/
Show is available on MANY PLATFORMS
FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook.com/offthematspodcast
Instagram @offthematspodcast
Twitter @offthematspod1
TikTok https://bit.ly/3FTEZAd
WRITE IN TO THE SHOWEmail: offthemats2020@gmail.com Merchandise Can Be Found Athttps://www.bjjwiki.net/



Monday Feb 14, 2022
Off the Mats #94- An Open Talk Session 2
Monday Feb 14, 2022
Monday Feb 14, 2022
What's up, friends and family. Welcome back to another episode of the podcast. This episode, I welcome back Raj from @_opentalk on Instagram. It's not your typical episode with lots of silliness and laughs. This time around, Raj and I talk about grief and processing it. We both share our experiences dealing with losing a close friend and how we managed then and now.
Thank you everyone for all your downloads and support. I greatly appreciate it all. Each week, the numbers continue to grow. Thank you.
Raj can be found on Instagram at @_opentalk spreading awareness about mental health and being an advocate to those in need. Also, head over to opentalk.uk for more from Raj as it relates to Self-Care, Depression, Bereavement, Heartbreak, and so much more.
Go give a follow and listen to @so_you_like_horror on Instagram and listen to the new episode on Spotifyhttps://spoti.fi/33k2B2g
Go give a listen and follow to @colomptonsocialclub found on all podcast platforms.https://spoti.fi/3qaVel1 Also, big shout out to @armbaraddict over on Instagram and TikTok.https://www.armbaraddict.com/
Show is available on MANY PLATFORMS
FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook.com/offthematspodcast
Instagram @offthematspodcast
Twitter @offthematspod1
TikTok https://bit.ly/3FTEZAd
WRITE IN TO THE SHOWEmail: offthemats2020@gmail.com Merchandise Can Be Found Athttps://www.bjjwiki.net/



Monday Feb 07, 2022
Off the Mats #93- Fighting to Win feat. Alex Enriquez
Monday Feb 07, 2022
Monday Feb 07, 2022
What's up, family? Welcome back to another week of the podcast. This week I had the pleasure of conversing with newly promoted Black Belt in BJJ, Fight to Win flyweight champion at Black Belt, and all around bad ass, Alex Enriquez. Alex and I talked about the challenges she's encountered while pursuing a pro BJJ career, what drives her as a competitor, and who would be her BJJ dream match up. Thank you everyone for all your downloads and support. I greatly appreciate it all. Each week, the numbers continue to grow. Thank you.
Alex can be found on Instagram at @aenriquez218 prepping for the ADCC West Coast Trials. Also, for updates on merch and to book private lessons or contact for seminars check out Alex's website belowhttps://atlantajiujitsu.squarespace.com/ Shout out to Alex's sponsors and offer codes@bngriund - alexenriquez@everlegendary - alexenriquez New Show Alert.... go give a follow and listen to @so_you_like_horror on Instagram and listen to the new episode on Spotifyhttps://spoti.fi/33k2B2g
Go give a listen and follow to @colomptonsocialclub found on all podcast platforms.https://spoti.fi/3qaVel1 Also, big shout out to @armbaraddict over on Instagram and TikTok.https://www.armbaraddict.com/
Show is available on MANY PLATFORMS
FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook.com/offthematspodcast
Instagram @offthematspodcast
Twitter @offthematspod1
TikTok https://bit.ly/3FTEZAd
WRITE IN TO THE SHOWEmail: offthemats2020@gmail.com Merchandise Can Be Found Athttps://www.bjjwiki.net/



Monday Jan 31, 2022
Off the Mats #92- It’s Not Just Jiu JItsu, That’s Life feat. Katie Egan
Monday Jan 31, 2022
Monday Jan 31, 2022
Welcome back to the podcast. This week's guest is BJJ competitor, Katie Egan. On this episode Katie shared her jiu jitsu journey up to this point and plans upcoming in the near future. We also, talked about the challenges that she's faced and her happiest memories, thus far.
Thank you everyone for all your downloads and support. I greatly appreciate it all. Each week, the numbers continue to grow. Thank you.
Katie can be found on Instagram at @womenwhorollbjj sharing the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Also check out her website at womenwhoroll.com
Shout out to Katie's sponsors
@fujisportsus - WWR10
@gaidama.usa - WWR10
@yogaforbjj - KATIEYOGA
@madritual - WWR
@flexitpink - WWR10
New Show Alert.... Go give a follow and listen to @so_you_like_horror on Instagram and listen to the new episode on Spotify
https://spoti.fi/33k2B2g
Go give a listen and follow to @colomptonsocialclub found on all podcast platforms.https://spoti.fi/3qaVel1
Also, big shout out to @armbaraddict over on Instagram and TikTok.https://www.armbaraddict.com/ Show is available on MANY PLATFORMS
FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook.com/offthematspodcast
Instagram @offthematspodcast
Twitter @offthematspod1
TikTok https://bit.ly/3FTEZAd
WRITE IN TO THE SHOW
Email: offthemats2020@gmail.com
Merchandise Can Be Found At
https://www.bjjwiki.net/

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.











