Barbells and Black Belts

Each episode delivers topics on Jiu-Jitsu, fitness and exercise, coaching, and life. Our goal is to have intelligent and entertaining conversations, and to help our listeners learn and grow!

Barbells and Black Belts is a health podcast hosted by Tyler Beckley, with 10 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Tyler Beckley hosts Barbells and Black Belts, a health show with 10 episodes published.

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  Episode #10

  Ep. 10: Dr. Kyle Wagner

  Oct 15, 20251h 21mS1

  <p>On this episode of Barbells and Black Belts, host Tyler Beckley sits down with Dr. Kyle Wagner. Dr. Wagner is a PhD professor of Psychology (University of Minnesota Twin Cities) and instructs at the University of Findlay in Findlay, OH where he is the Chair of the Doctor of Education in the School Psychology Program.Dr. Kyle Wagner - University of Findlay:https://www.findlay.edu/search/faculty-staff?fsid=000028acThis show is dedicated to the discussion of philosophy in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, as well as the Findlay Jiu-Jitsu Academy's mission statement, core values, and vision statement:FJJA’s Mission: Strengthen ou...

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  Episode #9

  Ep. 9: Nicole Potteiger; Veteran and Professional Powerlifter

  Aug 28, 20251h 14mS1

  <p>On this episode of Barbells and Black Belts, host Tyler Beckley sits down with Veteran and professional powerlifter, Nicole Potteiger! Nicole is a veteran of the US Army and now works for the Hancock County Veterans Affairs office.Our show topics include:</p>Nicole's military background and work experienceNicole's powerlifting career and how the military has shaped herStruggles that Nicole and Tyler both try to recognize and overcome Early problems that Nicole has had with powerlifting and moving past themLessons and value from powerlifting that wasn't physical strength gains or muscleLessons learned from professional meets and competing on bigger...

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  Episode #8

  Ep. 8: Engineering the Mind with BJJ (Dr. Larry Funke)

  Jul 28, 20251h 13mS1

  <p>On this episode of Barbells and Black Belts, host Tyler Beckley sits down with Dr. Larry Funke. Dr. Funke is a PhD professor of Engineering (University of Notre Dame) and instructs at Ohio Northern University in Ada, OH.Dr. Lawrence Funke - Ohio Northern University:https://www.onu.edu/directory/larry-funke This show is dedicated to understanding the differences in why certain people join Jiu-Jitsu, and things that make them stay for the long haul. Topics include:- Larry's professional background and educational experience- Different athletic backgrounds influencing the WHY with Jiu-Jitsu- Differences in the training room with people...

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  Episode #7

  Ep. 7: "To Gi or Not to Gi" w/ BJJ Black Belt Gabriel Sanchez

  Jun 19, 20251h 10mS1

  <p>On this episode of Barbells and Black Belts, host Tyler Beckley sits down with Professor Gabriel Sanchez from Second Nature BJJ in Port Clinton, OH. Gabe is a 2nd degree black in Jiu-Jitsu and an academy owner as well. Gabe has been a life-long grappler, as a youth wrestler and later finding submission wrestling, Judo, and eventually Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.This show is dedicated to the difference we see both technically and also culturally within the two different communities. Topics include:- Gabe and Tyler's background as BJJ instructors/practitioners- Defining no-gi Jiu-Jitsu and the difference from BJJ- Differences in...

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  Episode #6

  Ep. 6: Standing Strong; Teaching Kids to Confront Bullying w/ Todd Williams

  May 15, 20251h 9mS1

  <p>On this episode of Barbells and Black Belts, host Tyler Beckley sits down with Professor Todd Williams from Monroe, Michigan. Todd is a former professional runner, winning multiple World Championship and competing in the 1992 and 1996 Summer Olympic games. Professor Williams is also a 4th degree black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (under Luis Palhares) and he and his wife, Lindsey, run their academy, Monroe Jiu-Jitsu.Todd is also the founder of the RunSafer program and has traveled the nation in hundreds of locations teaching self-defense to runners. Both on the mats and on the track, Professor Williams/Coach Todd has...

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