32 episodes

Inside Position delivers great stories and insights from the world of BJJ (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu), MMA and Grappling. Each week Tom Halpin brings you conversations with some of the biggest names in the sport, from world champions and famed coaches to other legends.

Inside Position Tom Halpin

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    • 4.9 • 17 Ratings

Inside Position delivers great stories and insights from the world of BJJ (Brazilian Jiu Jitsu), MMA and Grappling. Each week Tom Halpin brings you conversations with some of the biggest names in the sport, from world champions and famed coaches to other legends.

    Pat Divilly on finding and following your passion

    Pat Divilly on finding and following your passion

    He's a renowned writer, speaker and podcaster, as well as a Brown Belt in Jiu Jitsu. On this week's episode Pat shared some insights into his work, as well as some practical tools to help improve your mindset and daily life. We had a great chat about his journey, starting out as a fitness coach with some doubts about his future, to becoming an international speaker and author. He also touched on some interesting topics such as confidence, managing expectations, and his love for Jiu Jitsu.
     
    Guest Links:
    https://www.patdivilly.com/
    https://www.instagram.com/patdivilly/
     
    Treaty Grappling Academy:
    https://treatygrappling.com/
    https://www.instagram.com/treatygrappling/
     
    Support and Connect:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomhalpinbjj/
    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomHalpinJiuJitsu
    Podcast Website: https://www.insidepositionpodcast.com/
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/47tXUZQ6EQfGRNZ9Ztm21V
     

    • 39 min
    Gianni Grippo on drilling, countering the leg-lock meta, and the ideal competition routine

    Gianni Grippo on drilling, countering the leg-lock meta, and the ideal competition routine

    He's a multiple time Nogi World Champion at the Black Belt level, as well as one of the most experienced competitors on the scene today. On this week's episode Gianni shared some insights into his early training, rising through the ranks in the famed Renzo Gracie Academy, before furthering his training at the equally renowned Marcelo Garcia Academy. We had a great chat about his favourite training methods, how he develops his submission game, as well as how he has managed to keep great longevity in the sport. He also touched on some interesting topics such as sport psychology, and his future plans.
     
    Guest Links:
    https://bjjfanatics.com/products/the-kata-gatame-game-plan-by-gianni-grippo
    https://www.instagram.com/giannigrippo/
     
    Treaty Grappling Academy:
    https://treatygrappling.com/
    https://www.instagram.com/treatygrappling/
     
    Support and Connect:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomhalpinbjj/
    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomHalpinJiuJitsu
    Podcast Website: https://www.insidepositionpodcast.com/
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/47tXUZQ6EQfGRNZ9Ztm21V
     

    • 42 min
    Jason Rau – your favourite grappler’s favourite grappler

    Jason Rau – your favourite grappler’s favourite grappler

    He's known as one of the most skillful and innovate grapplers in the world, with wins over many world-class opponents. On this week's episode the New York native and Black Belt under UFC legend Matt Serra shared some interesting stories of training in NYC during it's time as the Mecca for grappling innovation. He also discussed some of his thoughts on skill acquisition and intelligent preparation for competition, as well as much more.
     
    Guest Links:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonraubjj89/ 
    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Jasonraubjj 
    Support and Connect:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomhalpinbjj/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insideposition/
    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomHalpinJiuJitsu
    Podcast Website: https://www.insidepositionpodcast.com/
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/47tXUZQ6EQfGRNZ9Ztm21V

    • 42 min
    Owen Livesey on his Judo career, competing without expectations, and how to improve your wrestling skills

    Owen Livesey on his Judo career, competing without expectations, and how to improve your wrestling skills

    He's a commonwealth games Judo champion and a recent ADCC qualifier, with one of the most impressive highlight reels in the sport. On this week's episode Owen shared some insights into the challenges he faced while attempting to qualify for the Olympic Games, as well as the contrast in how he feels competing in grappling competitions nowadays. We also discussed how he came to open his own gym in Hull, as well as some practical ideas for how grapplers can improve their wrestling.
     
    Guest Links:
    https://www.owenliveseygrapplingacademy.co.uk/
    https://www.instagram.com/owenlivesey/
     
    Tom Halpin Instructional videos:
    https://techniqly.com/shop/overpowered-leglocks/
    https://techniqly.com/shop/the-modern-game-x-guard-leglock
     
    Support and Connect:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomhalpinbjj/
    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomHalpinJiuJitsu
    Podcast Website: https://www.insidepositionpodcast.com/
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/47tXUZQ6EQfGRNZ9Ztm21V
     

    • 42 min
    Jeremy Skinner on problem solving, positional training, and being a student of the game

    Jeremy Skinner on problem solving, positional training, and being a student of the game

    Today's guest is Aussie Black Belt Jeremy Skinner. He's one of the most successful grapplers from down under, and a recent ADCC Trials winner. We had a great chat about everything from skill development, to coaching, to competing at ADCC. Jeremy also shared some of the keys to his success, as well as some interesting ideas on his approach to studying the sport.
     
    Guest Links:
    https://techniqly.com/shop/quantum-entanglement/
    https://www.instagram.com/jeremypaulskinner/
     
    Tom Halpin Instructional videos:
    https://techniqly.com/shop/overpowered-leglocks/
    https://techniqly.com/shop/the-modern-game-x-guard-leglock
     
    Support and Connect:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomhalpinbjj/
    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomHalpinJiuJitsu
    Podcast Website: https://www.insidepositionpodcast.com/
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/47tXUZQ6EQfGRNZ9Ztm21V
     

    • 30 min
    Oliver Taza on body language, learning from setbacks, and Gordon Ryan’s key to success

    Oliver Taza on body language, learning from setbacks, and Gordon Ryan’s key to success

    He's a multiple time ADCC Trials winner and one of the top ranked -77kg grapplers in the World. On this week's episode, Taza shared some great insights into Team New Wave and their training methods, lessons he's learned from his teammates, and some of the challenges he has overcome throughout his career. He also detailed some of his ADCC preparations, as well as much more.
     
     
    Guest Links:
    https://www.instagram.com/tazagarami/
     
    Tom Halpin Instructional videos:
    https://techniqly.com/shop/overpowered-leglocks/
    https://techniqly.com/shop/the-modern-game-x-guard-leglock
     
    Support and Connect:
    Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/tomhalpin
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomhalpinbjj/
    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TomHalpinJiuJitsu
    Podcast Website: https://www.insidepositionpodcast.com/
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/47tXUZQ6EQfGRNZ9Ztm21V

    • 51 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
17 Ratings

17 Ratings

DJ anthony.mia ,

Really good !!!

Love this podcast. Found it by accident. Great interviews. OSS!!!

Purosazon ,

Immediate contender for top Jiu Jitsu podcast!

I stumbled upon this show when looking for a Craig Jones interview and the flow of each conversation hooked me immediately. In a lot of shows, the host, who usually do Jiu Jitsu themselves, end up doing all the talking. Not this host. He ask great questions and let’s the guest do the talking. You should definitely check this podcast out.

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