We got to sit down with MMA fighter and BJJ competitor, Shane Hall! He fights out of Anchorage BJJ in Alaska. He will be fighting for Solid as A Rock here in Anchorage on February 6, 2024, for the flyweight title!! Join us as we dive this athletes world as he shares with us his journey with us and gives his thoughts about the last UFC fight card an…

We are hitting you with another episode! In this episode we discuss cross training and the different Alaskan jiu jitsu gym cultures. We also discuss some unexpected thought-provoking topics and online trends such as goth mommies and what is gaslighting? Grab a coffee and join us as we grapple with life's challenges. Congratulations to last week's w…

Welcome back to the Mediocre Podcast! After a brief hiatus, we're back and better than ever. The studio has gotten a bit of an upgrade! Make sure to check that out on our YouTube channel. We are excited to catch up on everything that has been going on in the AK Fight scene, the podcast, and our lives. 2023 has thrown everyone some curveballs and un…

In this episode we venture deep into the world of Alaska's mixed martial arts community with the founder and owner of Alaska Combat Entertainment (ACE). As the colder months approach, a new fight season begins on October lucky 13. We uncover the compelling journey that led to the creation of ACE and delve into the passion that fuels its success.…

In this this hilariously dynamic episode of the Mediocre Grappler, find out which Mediocre Grappler has an MMA fight coming up, as we dive deep into the aftermath of the latest UFC fight card and predict the outcomes of the upcoming fight card, UFC 292 Aljmain Sterling Vs. Sean O'Malley!Door The Mediocre Grappler

Hey fellow jiu-jitsu nerds! In this episode of Mediocre Grappler, we are thrilled to have the one and only Michael Fowler join us. The 3rd fastest American to receive his Black Belt in Jiu-Jitsu. His name synonymous with excellence, Michael Fowler is a decorated athlete with numerous accomplishments including multiple American National Championship…

Join us as we dive into the gripping topic of overtraining! A relentless beast that most of us grappling and MMA athletes encounter on our combat sports journey. We discuss jaw dropping moments from the latest UFC Fight Night Card, Aspinall V. Tybura. Find out how Mark really feels about Molly McCann and listen to our thrilling predictions for the …

Nicholas Harrington is an MMA fighter out of Anchorage Grappling Academy. Starting in wrestling, he has competed in Jiu Jitsu, Judo, Boxing, and MMA.Door The Mediocre Grappler

Tom Wortman is a black belt under AOJ. Very accomplished in the IBJJF, he has won gold at Pans, American Nationals, Euros, and Master Worlds.Door The Mediocre Grappler

Stephen Saccone is an instructor, black belt, and is one of the faces behind Anchorage Grappling Academy.Door The Mediocre Grappler

Dannesh Bastani was born in South Africa and moved to Alaska as a young teen. Not having much interest in team sports growing up, he found grappling. He is now a BJJ black belt, instructor, and MMA fighter out of Anchorage Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.Door The Mediocre Grappler

Professor Jordan Kontra is one of the co-founders of Legacy Jiu Jitsu in Anchorage, Alaska. He has competed in jiu-jitsu, MMA, and is a second-degree black belt.Door The Mediocre Grappler

Drew started training at Legacy Jiu Jitsu 6 months ago. We talk about how injuries, career changes, and life can derail consistent training. He is a home inspector and is the owner of Stay Gold Home Inspections.Door The Mediocre Grappler

Christina Marchetti has parented over 20 children and on top of that feat, has found time to make it into a jiu-jitsu gym. More recently she helped put on an all women's tournament at Anchorage Grappling Academy and has made her boxing debut.Door The Mediocre Grappler

Ryder Spadafore is a black belt in Anchorage, Alaska. He is an instructor, competitor, and the owner of anchorage Brazilian jiu-jitsu.Door The Mediocre Grappler

Kevin Lewis trains at Anchorage Grappling Academy. Former baseball player/coach, 1-0 as a boxer, and currently training for MMA.Door The Mediocre Grappler

Stephanie and Hunter are MMA fighters, jiu jitsu purple and brown belts, and also coach a free women's self defense class every Saturday at Legacy Jiu JitsuDoor The Mediocre Grappler

Anchorage Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu power couple. We talk about this past ADCC, UFC 284, being a school teacher, Jiu-Jitsu instructor, musician and so much more.Door The Mediocre Grappler

Sarah Lorimer is the owner of the Alaska Fighting Championship, owner of Country Cannabis, a talented fight promoter and organizer, and a conqueror of multiple sclerosis. Listen to her great stories about overcoming great obstacles and thriving in times of epic challenges!Door The Mediocre Grappler

Maurice and Terrence Mitchell are fierce competitors in the world's off MMA and Pro Wrestling. They tell stories of UFC's Contender and Ultimate Fighter series', training regimens, their success as local champions, and what comes next in their careers.Door The Mediocre Grappler

Jesse "The Beautiful Savage" Hull talks about his plan to get Jiu Jitsu into the school curriculum. Stories of BJJ, military service, and Million dollar ideas. You don't want to miss this one!

Mark challenges David to a deathmatch if he could only gain 100 pounds. Discussion about food trucks and BJJ instructionals. David tells his origin story from football to Jiu Jitsu.Door The Mediocre Grappler

Mark and Drew interview Justin Williams, a creative entrepreneur doing big things in Anchorage, AK.Door The Mediocre Grappler

Jerry Williams pays The Mediocre Grappler Podcast and talks about Punk Rock, Jiu Jitsu, competing, the Anchorage Grappling Academy and more! The Anchorage Grappling Academy is a gym devoted to Jiu Jitsu, Mixed Martial Arts, Self Defense, and education for the community.Door The Mediocre Grappler

Mark and David Garness, Legacy's newest Brown belt, discuss methods of instructing the morning class.Door The Mediocre Grappler

How Mark and Drew got started in grappling and where it led to. Other topics topics include a local tournament, real estate, and how the concept of The Mediocre Grappler was born!Door Drew