Beyond the Mats
Podcast Description
My name is Ethan Girasia, I’m a BJJ Blue belt and love the sport, along with watching MMA.
Join me as I look to interview various BJJ athletes and MMA fighters, and really get an in depth look at their lives on and off the mats!
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on the experiences of fighters and grapplers, covering themes such as personal history, mindset, training regimens, and the impact of family on their careers. For example, Episode 1 features pro MMA fighter Austin Clayton discussing his wrestling background and the influence of his father, while the introductory Episode 0 outlines the podcast's mission to showcase the human side of combat sports.
My name is Ethan Girasia, I’m a BJJ Blue belt and love the sport, along with watching MMA.
Join me as I look to interview various BJJ athletes and MMA fighters, and really get an in depth look at their lives on and off the mats!
Vinny Morelli, a 20 year old purple belt bjj competitor from Morelli Martial Arts in Wilmington, North Carolina, recently won the Copperheads PGF qualifier at 145 pounds. He discusses his eco approach to training, his experience at the Toro Cup, and his philosophy of prioritizing student development over belt promotions.
We also talked all about competitions, mindset and a little bit about our takes on the old Gi vs Nogi debate.
Huge shoutout to Vincent again for coming on the show, it was a blast!
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