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 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



Wednesday Dec 23, 2020
Off the Mats #27- The One with all the F*R*I*E*N*D*S References
Wednesday Dec 23, 2020
Wednesday Dec 23, 2020
Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukah, and Happy Kwanzaa....or as I like to say.... What's up? I'm glad you all are back for another episode. In this episode I welcome back, my wife, Sarah and along with her this time is her best friend Chrystal. The audio is a little off at certain points. It's my first time with two at once, so I apologize for the awkwardness. We discussed Chrystal's favorite Christmas films and traditions, as well how long we believed in Santa Claus and A Nightmare Before Christmas.
Thank you everyone for all the support. None of this would be possible without you all. If you have any comments or concerns or want to be on the podcast, reach out to me at offthemats2020@gmail.com or @offthematspodcast or @bjj.wiki on Instagram.
For excellent content and technique videos check out @studentofbjj on Instagram or go to studentofbjj.com
Also see
@bjj_judo_co on Instagram or...
https://www.bjjjudo.com/shop-all/ for outstanding merchandise. Amy and Luis are doing an amazing job with the site and the groups on Facebook. Those are listed below.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/bjjbbm/?ref=share
https://www.facebook.com/groups/bjjmemes/?ref=share



Monday Dec 21, 2020
Off the Mats #26- Christmas With the Good Son
Monday Dec 21, 2020
Monday Dec 21, 2020
Happy Holidays, y'all. On this week's episode I welcome my wife, Sarah, to sit down and discuss some of our favorite Christmas films. Throughout, we make reference to Krampus, many of the Rankin/Bass Holiday specials, Home Alone, and The Good Son. Sarah will return later in the week as we bring in outside conversationalist for more Christmas tradition and discussion.
Thank you everyone for tuning in each week. This show only works because of you and I can't thank you all enough.
If you have any comments or criticisms about the show, please reach out. I'm at @offthematspodcast or @bjj.wiki on Instagram or Facebook.
Make sure to check out @studentofbjj on Instagram and studentofbjj.com
Also, visit flexpromeals.com and use promo code BJJMOMMA20 for savings. It helps @flexpromeals out and @bjjmomma out. Check them out on Instagram as well.
And lastly, if you're not following @jits_bitch , go do it now. Head over to https://www.etsy.com/listing/861333025/jiu-jitsu-existentialist-mug?ref=shop_home_active_13&crt=1
and peep the merchandise wall. You won't be sorry.



Monday Dec 14, 2020
Off the Mats #25- The Dinosaur Kid Returns
Monday Dec 14, 2020
Monday Dec 14, 2020
Hey.... This week we welcome back, friend of the podcast, Maryland Phil aka The Dinosaur Kid. Phil and I wanted to discuss the recent release of the live action New Mutants film, along with Die Hard and Batman Returns as Christmas films. We also discuss our favorite lines from Christmas films and the villainous genius of Alan Rickman. Deeper into the episode we go over our wish list for 2021 as it relates to the Hasbro toy line, Marvel Legends... we collect those and Phil brought me two. Get settled in and prepare for off colored comments and nerd talk.
Thank you all for listening and supporting the podcast. This only works because of you all that listen. Thank you.
You can find Maryland Phil posting nerdom for Nerd Rage Radio on Twitter at @nerdragecast
Also, take a listen to Nerd Rage Radio on all podcast platforms. Most of the news on the episode is provided by Phil
@nerdrageradioig
https://fanboychannel.podbean.com
Don't forget to listen to @jiujitsuhappyhour with Steph and Michelle on Youtube.
And last, but not least, check out @studentofbjj . Zach has a big project that he can't wait to unveil to us all. So keep an eye out for news.
If you have any questions or concerns or want to be on reach out to me at @offthematspodcast or @bjj.wiki on Instagram or email me at offthemats2020@gmail.com.



Monday Dec 07, 2020
Off the Mats #24- Magic is A Universal Language
Monday Dec 07, 2020
Monday Dec 07, 2020
Greetings and salutations....
This week's guest is the hilarious and interesting Anthony Cruz. Anthony is a black belt out of Legacy Jiu Jitsu in Los Angeles. On this late night episode, we talked about Anthony's start into jiu jitsu, his history as a magician and how that helps him make his Reels videos on Instagram, his unintentional charting on the Billboard charts, and dragons.
You can check out Anthony's videos on Instagram at @jitscruz
https://instagram.com/jitscruz?igshid=oj08c9q3j55f
He also has his music up on his person page at @_cruzanthony_
https://instagram.com/_cruzanthony_?igshid=1v6a2patpvxp2
Check out Me Vuelas La Cabeza Remix by Anthony Cruz featuring Charlee Way and David Versailles on Amazon Musichttps://music.amazon.com/albums/B06WD48891?trackAsin=B06W55VYRX&ref=dm_sh_DHBfTBBlpFWHlZMKnhzHrZQ16
Don't forget to checkout the @JiuJitsuHappyHour on Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/c/JIUJITSUHAPPYHOUR
If you haven't been listening to Nerd Rage Rage, do yourself a favor and check them out.
@nerdrageradioig
https://fanboychannel.podbean.com
As always, thank you for listening and reach out if you have any concerns or suggestions. I'm at @offthematspodcast or @bjj.wiki



Monday Nov 30, 2020
Off the Mats #23- Good Jiu Jitsu JuJu
Monday Nov 30, 2020
Monday Nov 30, 2020
What's up, party people. I hope you all enjoyed those special Black Friday deals. Speaking of specials, I had a special returning guest on this week. Off the Mats welcomed back Paige aka the original @bjjmomma . This week we discussed the awesomeness of Elisabeth Clay and her black belt promotion. We also chatted about holiday plans in a Covid world, returning to the mats, Christmas movies, and BJJ & Parenting. So, go ahead and put on your sweatpants because you're about to get full on good conversation.
Thank you, everyone who continues to support the show. Somehow, the numbers are growing, so I do appreciate you all for your support.
By the way, head over to @flexpromeals on Instagram or https://www.flexpromeals.com/ and use Offer Code: BJJMOMMA20 and save 20% off your first order of delicious meals.
Also check out @jiujitsuhappyhour and see what goodness Steph and Michelle are getting into.
Don't forget to visit @studentofbjj for all your BJJ Meme and Technique needs.
@artesuaveelite is doing some big things and plans to unveil them in the coming months. Stay tuned, but in the meantime, head to his bio and preorder a custom rash guard.
As usual, you can contact me on @offthematspodcast , @bjj.wiki, or at offthemats2020@gmail.com



Monday Nov 23, 2020
Off the Mats #22- Martial Arts is Like Classical Music feat. Joe Huggins
Monday Nov 23, 2020
Monday Nov 23, 2020
I want to start by apologizing for the low volume on the episode. My volume wasn't adjusted and I was not aware until after. I did make an attempt at fixing it, though. On this episode, I welcome friend and fellow grappler, Joe Huggins. We jumped topics way too often and almost without warning, Of those topics, we discuss "Essential" MCU films, coaching and teaching, properly chewing food, and The Mandalorian. Get buckled in and prepare for a low volume ride all over the place.
You can find Joe on social media at @blackdynamitexv
As always, thank you for your continued support and listening ears.
Head over to the link below and visit @jits_bitch Etsy Shop, as well
https://www.etsy.com/shop/JitsBitchShop?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=787168612
Also don't forget to checkout the @JiuJitsuHappyHour with Steph and Michelle.
https://youtu.be/XkCnEZqSBMw
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https://offthematspodcast.podbean.com/?p=15709654&token=51b6a26d7ecdf682e50f866fc82a8c9a
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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.