The Reef Podcast
”The Reef Podcast” is a dynamic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu podcast based in Essex, offering engaging discussions on all things BJJ. Hosted by passionate practitioners Alain Pozo and Scott Johnson, the show covers a range of topics, from grappling techniques and training insights to interviews with local and international BJJ athletes. The podcast delves into the Essex BJJ scene, highlighting upcoming events, gym culture, and the journey of martial artists. Whether you’re a seasoned competitor or new to the mat, ”The Reef Podcast” provides valuable content, tips, and inspiration to improve your game and stay connected with the BJJ community.
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Episodes
Thursday Nov 28, 2024
Thursday Nov 28, 2024
World meet Leon - a Blue Belt taking the competition scene by storm, he's also pretty handy with a video camera (not like that) and produces all our Reel content as well as filming at competitions, so we all sit down and talk about entering BJJ competitions.
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
In this episode, we sit down with Chris and Jay, who train with Alain and run the very successful, and not to mention hilarious, Better than Average podcast. As you can hear, we just opened up the mics and hit record as we talked off-script about our experiences training and some stories you're gonna want to hear! STRAP IN!
Wednesday Oct 30, 2024
Wednesday Oct 30, 2024
Rob Manlove is a past CrossFit gym owner with a vast knowledge of health and fitness and what it takes to get and keep you physically at the top of your game. He runs a successful YouTube channel (link below) on improving your mobility through different techniques and exercises and knows how to fuel your body for optimum performance.
https://youtube.com/@robertmanlove?si=Dpx15_m2NZCxsMZQ
Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
Chris and Toni are not only Brazillian Jiu-Jitsu black belts but are also Judo Black belts and run Luna BJJ in Thurrock in South Essex. We sit down with them both and have a chat about their upbringing and the transition from high-level Judo players as kids, to dominant BJJ players. Toni won Gold at the IBJJF European Championships in 2023.
Thursday Oct 03, 2024
Thursday Oct 03, 2024
Spencer Hewitt is a seasoned MMA and BJJ competitor. He's a 2x European Gold Medalist in No-Gi and the ADCC Masters European Champion. Alain and Scott talk with him about his career, what the Essex BJJ scene was like before it burst into the mainstream, and what makes a good coach.
Thursday Sep 19, 2024
Thursday Sep 19, 2024
In this episode, Scott and Alain sit down with local MMA royalty Jack Mason. We talk about him starting on his journey to 48 professional MMA fights, being part of one of the most exciting UFC fighters to date, Arnold Allen, and the injury that sent him viral!
Monday Sep 09, 2024
Monday Sep 09, 2024
Hello and welcome to a new and exciting Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Podcast! Your hosts, Alain Pozi and Scott Johnson, are embarking on a new BJJ podcast based right here in Essex. Each podcast will feature amazing interviews with world-class BJJ players and coaches, plus health and nutrition advice from experts.
We'll also have a forum where you can send messages and questions to us via Instagram @TheReefPodcast, and Scott will ask your questions on your behalf.