
Jiu-Jitsu is hard. Join host Josh McKinney on his forever quest to "suck less at jiu-jitsu." Learn from high level black belts, in depth conversations, and off the wall rants by the host himself. It is guaranteed that each episode will help you suck just a little less at jiu-jitsu, or your money back. Josh McKinney is an accomplished adult black belt competitor with a "suck-less" mindset that can ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 388 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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This episode is the exact system I used to help students go from white belt to blue belt in months, not years.
After 18+ years of training and coaching, I realized something:
👉 Most people are training wrong.
👉 And it’s why they get better WAY s... more
What if everything you’ve been told about “fundamentals” in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is wrong?For years you’ve heard it. Focus on the basics. Master the fundamentals. Drill the same moves over and over. But what if that advice is actually the reason you f... more
Finally, your voice can be heard!
In episode #1 of "951-HOT-TAKE" I(@thejoshmckinney) listen to some of your most frustrated and hottest takes.
If you've ever been annoyed about someone who doesn't deserve their next belt getting promoted before yo... more
I ranked every major guard pass in jiu jitsu from useless to essential based on what actually works when you’re trying to pass against good people.
In this episode of the I Suck at Jiu Jitsu Show, I break down the best guard passes in grappling usin... more
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I’m a big fan of this show. Look forward to each episode. I’m a 48 year old female white belt! Mom of a green belt and yellow belt! Wife to a black belt! Keep the great podcasts coming Josh! I’m a big fan!
Very entertaining and very informative! I could listen to these guys all day
Josh is doing a great job of hosting a wide array of quality guests while also doing many creative and fun solo episodes full of amusing insights. I e been I produced to many great people through exposure on the show and I’ll always be grateful.
Let’s also note only 1 star review is from someone that clearly doesn’t understand humor at all, which is a mess as art component for enjoying the show properly.
This guy blanket accused Christians of being hateful lol. Unreal.
I'm a blue belt and listened to every episode. Honestly I wasn't into it that much at first but Josh's knowledge, humor, and how he mispronounces soo many things, grows on you. Haha. I wish everyone would listen to this as Josh will help you be a better training partner and improve the way you train.
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The show centers on practical, no-nonsense discussions about improving performance in grappling, with a mix of technique breakdowns, training philosophy, and candid culture anecdotes. Episodes often feature high-level practitioners sharing competitive insights, training approaches, and personal journey stories, alongside lighthearted banter and guest perspectives that reveal the sport's mindset, community dynamics, and evolving formats. A standout trait is the host's emphasis on sustainable, long-term improvement and honest self-assessment, often paired with actionable takeaways and occasional sponsor reads that reflect the sport's ecosystem.
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