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



Aug 2, 2021
Off the Mats #66- Martial Arts Nerd
Aug 2, 2021
Aug 2, 2021
1hr 20 min
What's up, Nerds??? This week on the podcast, I welcome teammate and friend, Danny Mahoney. Danny and I opened up our talks going over his martial arts history...the when, where, and why..., the changing of the MMA game, and we geek out over Diablo, Diablo 2, and Diablo 3.
If you're in the DMV area and interested in sharpening up your grappling or striking or just looking to get started and want to learn one on one, you can reach Danny on Instagram at @mahoneybadger and ask him about his private lessons. First lesson is free!!!!
Shout out to @unprofessional_athlete. As mentioned in the episode, he's been doing some amazing work with Danny and if you're in the DMV area, give him a shout.
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 man, I got merchandise and goodies, now. Go to the link below and see what's up.
https://www.bjjwiki.net/
Give a listen and follow to @colomptonsocialclub on Instagram and check out our new podcast of the same name The Colompton Social Club Podcast. Follow the link belowhttps://spoti.fi/3qaVel1



Jul 28, 2021
Off the Mats Nerdcast #2-Loki's Bogus Journey
Jul 28, 2021
Jul 28, 2021
1hr 49 min
Oh look what we have here.... Another episode of Off the Mats Nerdcast with myself and Maryland Phil. This week, we will sit and discuss the Disney Plus Marvel Exclusive, Loki. We share our opinions on each of the major characters, thoughts on where we think the series and MCU is going, we go off track a few times, and then we wrap it up with our scores.
Maryland Phil can be found on Twitter hosting @nerdragecast where he keeps us up to date on the Nerd Rage happenings and comic and movie news.
Thank you everyone for your time. I really do appreciate you all. If you all have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach me at @bjj.wiki or @offthematspodcast on Instagram or @bjjwiki1 on Twitter.
Go to the link below and see what wares I have. It's mostly mugs that you can drink wine or whiskey out of and some shirts.
https://www.bjjwiki.net/
Give a listen and follow to @colomptonsocialclub on Instagram and check out our new podcast of the same name The Colompton Social Club Podcast. Follow the link belowhttps://spoti.fi/3qaVel1
And last but not least, go listen to @nerdrageradioig
It's hosted by
@BOBBY_SKULLFACE
@UNCLE__DOLPHIN
@CRASHBOXCUSTOMS
This trio continues to bring you all the latest nerd news and hilarity. Go check it out as they bring you the content that you need, every Thursday.
Thank you all.



Jul 26, 2021
Off the Mats #65- Jesus & Jiu Jitsu
Jul 26, 2021
Jul 26, 2021
47 min
What's up, Doc? Welcome back to another segment of the podcast. This episode I sit with Bianca Viggiani aka @missbianca617 or Little Jiu Jitsu monster. During our conversation, we get into several topics including how she got started in jiu jitsu, the role that religion plays in her life and grappling, and her feelings heading into her match on August 6th at Roll in the Cage 3 available on FITE TV.
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 man, I got merchandise and goodies, now. Go to the link below and see what's up.
https://www.bjjwiki.net/
Give a listen and follow to @colomptonsocialclub on Instagram and check out our new podcast of the same name The Colompton Social Club Podcast. Follow the link belowhttps://spoti.fi/3qaVel1



Jul 21, 2021
Off the Mats #64- Jiu Jitsu Road Trip
Jul 21, 2021
Jul 21, 2021
1hr 11 min
Welcome back for a second episode this week. On this episode, Julia Blackburn returns and she shares some details about her experiences as she visited several different gyms over the last few weeks. We also had a brief visit from my daughter at one point. Julia and I also talk about gin and moonshine.
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 man, I got merchandise and goodies, now. Go to the link below and see what's up.
https://www.bjjwiki.net/
Give a listen and follow to @colomptonsocialclub on Instagram and check out our new podcast of the same name The Colompton Social Club Podcast. Follow the link belowhttps://spoti.fi/3qaVel1Follow @studentofbjj and visit the site over at studentofbjj.com. Zack is in the process of launching his new training app, Champions Keep Score, so be on the look out for more details on that. In the meantime, head over to @champions_keep_score on Instagram.Also, checkout bjjjudo.com and peep the new merch. Use my discount code Bjjwiki and save yourself a few bucks on rashguards, spats, yoga pants. and so much more.



Jul 19, 2021
Off the Mats #63- Gentle Art
Jul 19, 2021
Jul 19, 2021
56 min
This week on the podcast, I welcome back Fredo and he brought one of the behind the scenes partners and Arte Suave Elite competitor, Kelsey with him to discuss the upcoming Arte Suave Elite 7. We talk about how the matchups are picked, the challenges of running the show while being scheduled to compete, the plan for Arte Suave Elite 8, and the potential for an all female card.
Thank you, as always to everyone who have been here on this ride with me. You all make this adventure worth while. Thank you, all.
Special shout outs to the sponsors who have helped @artesuaveelite . Be sure to give them a follow if you aren't already. And be sure to tune in to the upcoming ASE 7 on June 24, 2021. Link available in my linktree on Instagram or head over to https://www.artesuaveelite.net/ to get set up.
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If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to me at @bjj.wiki or @offthematspodcast.



Jul 12, 2021
Off the Mats #62- It's Just Jiu Jitsu
Jul 12, 2021
Jul 12, 2021
1hr 21 min
You like apple fritters? Me too!!! This episode of the podcast, I welcome back friend of the show, Paige aka @bjjmomma. We join forces again to discuss martial arts for kids, getting back to competing and implementing wrestling into her game, BJJ & family, and apple fritters.
Be sure to give a follow to @bjjmomma on Instagram and go over to flexpromeals.com and use offer code BJJMOMMA20 to save yourself 20%
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 man, I got merchandise and goodies, now. Go to the link below and see what's up.
https://www.bjjwiki.net/
Give a listen and follow to @colomptonsocialclub on Instagram and check out our new podcast of the same name The Colompton Social Club Podcast. Follow the link belowhttps://spoti.fi/3qaVel1



Jul 5, 2021
Off the Mats #61- BJJ Community
Jul 5, 2021
Jul 5, 2021
2hr 25 min
What's up, champions?? Welcome back to another episode of Off the Mats. This week I welcome, returning guest, Zack from Student of BJJ and Champions Keep Score. We go over further details about the development of the app and his current jiu jitsu status. We also take a small dive into music and appreciation for it.
Zack can be found at @studentofbjj on Instagram and you can follow the progress of the app by following @champions_keep_score on Instagram as well.
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 man, I got merchandise and goodies, now. Go to the link below and see what's up.
https://www.bjjwiki.net/
Give a listen and follow to @colomptonsocialclub on Instagram and check out our new podcast of the same name The Colompton Social Club Podcast. Follow the link belowhttps://spoti.fi/3qaVel1
And huge shout outs to the following individuals who can be found on Instagram: @bishopchronicles @elshig @jits_bitch @mcdojolife @bjjfortheculture, @matador_bjj @horseplayjiujitsu @johlor80
Zack shouted them all out and if you all don't listen, I want you to know that we appreciate you all. Thank you.



Jun 28, 2021
Off the Mats #60- Cosmic Jiu Jitsu
Jun 28, 2021
Jun 28, 2021
1hr 46 min
Greetings, Listeners. Welcome back for another week of Off the Mats Podcast. On this episode I welcome Ares blue belt out of North Side BJJ & Muay Thai, Christina Calderon. She and I talked about our early days of training BJJ, competing, glow in the dark cosmic BJJ, and the importance of learning early on to tap and to fall properly.
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 man, I got merchandise and goodies, now. Go to the link below and see what's up.
https://www.bjjwiki.net/
Give a listen and follow to @colomptonsocialclub on Instagram and check out our new podcast of the same name The Colompton Social Club Podcast. Follow the link belowhttps://spoti.fi/3qaVel1
Follow @studentofbjj and visit the site over at studentofbjj.com. Zack is in the process of launching his new training app, Champions Keep Score, so be on the look out for more details on that. In the meantime, head over to @champions_keep_score on Instagram.
And lastly, if you're not subscribed to Nerd Rage Radio...hurry up and go do so. Nerd Rage is where I got my start. Join the many that follow this 300 episode old show. @bobby_skullface, @uncle__dolphin, and @crashboxcustoms discuss so many different topics. I know there's something there for you. Who knows.... maybe you'll hear me on there. Also, don't forget to leave a review. They'll even read it on air. Those swell mutha fuckers over there.

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.











