Alex "Tojo" Kray is a BJJ Black Belt under Paul Nava, an instructor at Ares Arizona BJJ, and the co-host of the BJJ Foxcast.

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(00:00) - Start

(00:01) - Important Announcement

(10:57) - Friendly Plane Farts and Earbuds

(15:48) - Evolution of Jiu-Jitsu Techniques

(26:43) - Casual Conversations About Travel and Dining

(37:23) - Podcast Studio Setup and Collaboration

(41:55) - Gen X Jiu-Jitsu Clothing Brand Collaboration

(45:44) - Jiu-Jitsu Injuries

(56:48) - Nose Hair Waxing and Podcast Direction

Colin Opper is a BJJ Brown Belt under Alex Martinez and a coach at Ares East Mesa Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Alex "Tojo" Kray is a BJJ Black Belt under Paul Nava and a coach at Ares Arizona Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

Stephen Shackelford is a BJJ Blue Belt under Alex Martinez and an entrepreneur.

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(00:00) - Start

(00:01) - BJJ Foxcast Episode 100 Celebration

(10:11) - Ethics of AI and Robot Grappling

(22:09) - Proud Moments in Jiu-Jitsu

(28:32) - The Journey to Blue Belt Achievement

(37:44) - Former Athletes and Fat Shaming

(41:13) - Weight Loss and Lifestyle Change

(51:08) - Nutrition and Lifestyle Choices

(56:40) - ADCC and CGI Event Speculations

(01:01:50) - Athlete Management and Financial Futures

(01:12:47) - Competitive Combat Sports and Athlete

Strategy

(01:19:47) - Disgusting Behavior in Jiu-Jitsu

(01:27:58) - Jiu-Jitsu Etiquette and Disgusting Behavior

(01:38:18) - Lessons Learned in Jiu-Jitsu Sparring

(01:47:52) - Laughing Through Jiu-Jitsu Challenges

(01:54:03) - Avoiding Burnout and Focusing on Process

(02:04:10) - Overcoming Training Anxiety and

Consistency

(02:14:14) - Innovators in Jiu-Jitsu Instructionals

(02:21:40) - Pro Tips From BJJ Experts

(02:28:03) - Leading by Example in Jiu-Jitsu

(02:39:07) - Overcoming Injuries and Recovery Strategies

(02:47:05) - Supporting Injured Students in Jiu-Jitsu

(02:54:38) - Casual Conversations With Jiu-Jitsu Legends

This week we have a special episode, with Stephen (the producer and reels guy) interviewing Alex! For those looking for Alex's backstory, this is the episode for you!

As always, Tojo is here too.

Alex Martinez is a First Degree BJJ Black Belt under Paul Nava, the owner of Ares East Mesa Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and the host of The BJJ Foxcast.

Alex "Tojo" Kray is a BJJ Black Belt under Paul Nava and an instructor at Ares Arizona BJJ.

Stephen Shackelford is a BJJ Blue Belt under Alex Martinez and an entrepreneur.

00:00 - Start

00:01 - BJJ Foxcast TImeline

07:59 - Family Background and Entrepreneurship

19:37 - Cultural Perspective Through Travel

23:29 - Friendships and Life Changes

33:44 - Military Career and Life on Ships

43:41 - Life on a Naval Ship

51:32 - Memorable Ports

54:33 - Lessons Learned From Navy Mentor

01:05:34 - Bud's Training Challenges and Successes

01:12:03 - Navy SEAL Hell Week Training

01:22:16 - Navy SEAL Hell Week Experience

01:33:37 - Overcoming Failure Through Jiu-Jitsu

01:36:49 - Embracing Failure and Perseverance

01:44:00 - Career Choices and Recalling to Duty

01:47:46 - Reserves, Armory, and 9-11 Impact

01:57:06 - Career Transition and Stability

02:03:09 - Endurance Sports Journey and Health

Challenges

02:11:45 - Jiu-Jitsu Community and Growth

02:20:14 - Jiu-Jitsu Dedication and Academy Journey

02:32:09 - Friendship Bond Through Shared Adventures

02:36:52 - Empowering Women in Jiu-Jitsu