The Jiu Jitsu Files kick things off with Joey Hauss and Eric Medina sharing the stories behind their journey through Jiu Jitsu — from early competition days and grassroots community projects to building academies, creating opportunities, and shaping lives through the art.

The conversation dives into tournament culture, mentorship, old-school Jiu Jitsu influences, the evolution of the sport, and what it really takes to stay in the game long term.

Joey also shares how breathwork, recovery, mindset, and practices like the Wim Hof Method have become part of his path, both on and off the mats.

This episode is about more than techniques and medals — it’s about community, growth, purpose, and the lessons Jiu Jitsu teaches over a lifetime.

This file explores the nuances of onboarding new students into Jiu Jitsu, from first-day expectations to effective teaching strategies, and the importance of authenticity and control in training.

In this file, Joey & Eric share insights into martial arts culture, the journey of training, teaching, and competing in Jiu Jitsu, and the importance of consistency and community in personal growth.

Competition has a way of exposing both your strengths and your weaknesses—and that's exactly why it's such a powerful teacher.

In this File, Joey Hauss and Eric Medina share lessons learned from years of competing, covering everything from nerves and visualization to injuries, weight cuts, game planning, and the mindset needed to perform under pressure.

Whether you're preparing for your first tournament or your hundredth, this conversation explores what competition teaches you about Jiu Jitsu, resilience, and yourself.

In this Memorial Day file, Joey & Eric reflect on the deep connection between military life and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. They share stories from the Marines, wrestling, and training mats to explore why veterans are often drawn to the structure, humility, challenge, and camaraderie that Jiu Jitsu provides. From hard lessons in discipline and resilience to the ways Jiu Jitsu can support veterans after service, this conversation is equal parts personal, honest, and reflective. It's a tribute to service, growth, and the communities that help people keep moving forward.

In this File, we look back at the chaotic, stressful, and beautiful journey of building our Jiu Jitsu life from the ground up. From graveyard shifts and bartending to running open mats and hustling odd jobs, this one is about betting on yourself before you have proof it will work.

We also talk about the people and moments that shaped the path, from unexpected encouragement to lessons learned from saying yes to the right opportunities.

File No. 6 is all about competition.

Joey and Eric talk about what separates good competitors from great ones, handling wins and losses, competition nerves, visualization, injuries, and why consistency beats motivation every time.

Whether you're preparing for your next tournament or just trying to improve at something that matters to you, there's something in this conversation for you.

Most people want to wait until they have everything figured out before they start.

Joey and Eric argue the opposite.

In File No. 7, they talk about why momentum comes from taking action, why saying yes creates opportunities, and why people are far more likely to help you once they see you're already doing the work.

From Jiu Jitsu in the Park and tournaments to podcasting and building businesses, this conversation is about creating your own opportunities instead of waiting for someone else to hand them to you. If you've been waiting for the "right time" to start something, this File is for you.

Gym etiquette can make or break your Jiu Jitsu experience. The smallest habits - showing up on time, wearing the right gear, knowing when to speak up or shut up, and reading the room - can be the difference between getting welcomed in or quietly marked as “that guy.”

In File No. 8, Joey & Eric break down the written and unwritten rules of Jiu Jitsu — they also get into the differences between old-school traditions and today's more relaxed Jiu Jitsu culture, and why understanding the room you're walking into matters.

Essential listening for new students, visiting practitioners, parents, and anyone who wants to be a better teammate, a better guest, and a better representative of their school.