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The Open GuardCast

Feb 28, 2020

Episode 8 of the Open GuardCast feature an interview with co-host Jake Watson. Jake is a very accomplished black belt competitor and is also an instructor at Maracaba BJJ in Mesa, Arizona. Topics covered include:

  • Jake's start in martial arts & MMA
  • His decision to pursue BJJ full time
  • Teaching and how it's influenced...


Feb 17, 2020

Episode 7 of the Open GuardCast features Frontline Jiu Jitsu brown belt Tarik Hopstock! Tarik is another Norwegian competitor and has won medals at many major tournaments, including the open weight. Topics covered in this episode include:

  • Tarik's start in Jiu Jitsu and the Norwegian scene
  • Eduardo "Teta" Rios and...


Feb 9, 2020

Episode 6 of the Open GuardCast is a conversation with The Viking Espen Mathiesen. Espen is a black belt under Jose Carlos is the 2018 Abu Dhabi World Pro Champion, among many other accomplishments. Topics discussed include:

  • Espen's 2019 competition season and his plans for 2020
  • Supplementing his learning with watching...


Feb 5, 2020

Episode 5 of the Open GuardCast is a discussion of recent Jiu Jitsu events. Events covered include:

  • 2020 European Championship review
  • Kasai Pro review
  • FloGrappling's Who's #1 preview

Stay tuned for Episode 6!