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Tapped In: A JiuJitsu Podcast

David Figueroa-Martinez

I am a dedicated practitioner and coach on a mission to help you navigate the complex, rewarding world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Whether you are a White Belt trying to survive your first stripe or a seasoned grappler looking for a competitive edge, I created this show to be your technical and mental mat-side companion. In every episode of Tapped In, I break down the nuances of submission grappling. I dive deep into the Jiu-Jitsu lifestyle, discussing how to overcome mat burnout, manage BJJ injuries,

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E32 | The Secret Sauce Behind Every Good Sweep

Tapped In: A JiuJitsu Podcast ·

2025/07/27

In this episode, I discuss some abstracted sweeping principles that I lean heavily on in order to initiate and pull off sweep. I review how important it is to understand someone's stance and the art of attacking in generalized ways. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join

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E31 | Bonus Ep - The Weight I Finally Learned To Carry

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2025/07/25

This episode I reflect on the emotional growth that came after losing a friend and coworker and how I handle emotions in my forties. For most of my life, I wore stoicism like armor, but grief cracked it open. I talk about learning to express what I feel, why silence stopped serving me, and how embracing emotion made me a better man, Jiu-Jitsu coach, and friend. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has

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E30 | The Three Guards I Love To Play

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2025/07/22

In this episode I cover my three favorite guards. I cover Half Guard, Butterfly Guard, and Half Guard and the reasons why I like them. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)Want To Partner With Us? Click Here! We Offer:60 Second

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E29 | Loyalty Without Manipulation

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2025/07/20

In this episode I discuss loyalty and how it playout and is often used within Jiu-Jitsu. I cover my own experiences as someone who's been training for over 14 years at multiple gyms. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)Stay

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E28 | Bonus Ep - So You Want to Blog/Podcast

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2025/07/18

In this short form episode we discuss my journey in blogging and my newest endeavor, podcasting. We cover some of the pitfalls, the reasons for pursuing either art, and what I've learned along the process. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code:

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E27 | Audio Companion: The New White Belt

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2025/07/15

In this episode we discuss how important new White Belts are and what we can do to get the best of of them and welcome them into the fold. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental Models+(Code: FIGUEROAMARTINEZ)Stay ConnectedDFM CoachingFor remote coaching,

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E26 | On Teaching Kids

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2025/07/13

On this episode I cover my history with teaching kids. The massive benefit that an instructor can get from starting at the kids level, along with some tips on how to approach it. This was a previously recorded episode from April on a mic that I have since replace. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium

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E25 | Bonus Ep - Trends Vs Effectiveness

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2025/07/12

In this episode we discuss my journey and all the different fads that I've come across and how none of them truly determine what's effective in Jiu-Jitsu. Often times, what's popular is just that.. what's popular. BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉Join BJJ Mental

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E24 | Audio Companion: Let's F**k Up Someone's Jiu-Jitsu

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2025/07/08

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into how I changed class for a short time in order to dismantle someone’s Jiu-Jitsu. What You’ll Learn:* How I Kept It Fun* The Benefits* What I LearnedOne Quote to Reflect On:"If you want to dismantle a system, study its patterns." BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore

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E23 | Gym to Gym Community

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2025/07/06

Episode DescriptionIn this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive creating community between Jiu-Jitsu gyms. Creating this types of communities is massive for students and instructor development alike, specifically for smaller gyms. I recently taught a Kimura Seminar at Five Peaks that was supported by all three gyms that I teach at to benefit a family who needed some support. It was an amazing event!BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep

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E22 | Bonus Ep - UFC Bjj 1 Review

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2025/07/03

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into what I thought about UFC Bjj 1 and the TUF style reality show. What You’ll Learn:* My Issued With The Coaches* The Commentary Needs Work* Better Explanation of Jiu-JitsuBJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their premium offerings and support the show:👉 Join BJJ Mental

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E21 | Red Flags In Jiu-Jitsu

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2025/07/01

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the most common red flags in Jiu-Jitsu, my own experiences, how I dealt with them, and finally what you can do. What You’ll Learn:* Concerns and Flags* If You’re New, What To Look For* How I Navigate One Quote to Reflect On:"When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time."— Maya AngelouBJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has

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E20 | Audio Companion: Don't Be The Reason Someone Quits

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2025/06/29

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into how I changed class for a short time in order to dismantle someone’s Jiu-Jitsu. What You’ll Learn:* Elements To Consider* How Important Culture Is* What We Can All DoOne Quote to Reflect On:"Don’t be the reason someone quits!" BJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that has helped thousands of grapplers simplify their learning.Use my link to explore their

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E19 | Audio Companion: Live, Die, Repeat

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2025/06/24

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the movie Edge of Tomorrow. It is probably the best analogy for Jiu-Jitsu and with life in general. What You’ll Learn:* Lessons We Can Learn* Increasing Rate Of Failure * Things To ConsiderOne Quote to Reflect On:"Jiu-Jitsu at the highest level isn’t just about submissions—it’s about solving problems under pressure." -UnknownBJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual

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E18 | What Kind Of Training Partner Are You?

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2025/06/22

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the movie Edge of Tomorrow. It is probably the best analogy for Jiu-Jitsu and with life in general. What You’ll Learn:* Does and Don’ts* How To Be Better* What to Strive ForOne Quote to Reflect On:"Jiu-Jitsu at the highest level isn’t just about submissions—it’s about solving problems under pressure." -UnknownBJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of conceptual Jiu-Jitsu that

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E17 | Audio Companion: The Best Belt - Purple

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2025/06/17

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into why I think that the Purple Belt is bay far the best and funnest belt in all of Jiu-Jitsu. What You’ll Learn:* The In Between Belt* Low Expectations* Things You Get To DoOne Quote to Reflect On:“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” — Leonardo da VinciHope you enjoyed the article and the audio companion. I’m looking forward to continuing a these. Both for the growth of Substack but also for own personal development.Thank you,David

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E16 | When The UFC Meets Bjj

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2025/06/15

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the UFC’s new venture, UFC Bjj. I cover both the positives and negatives in relation to what we’ve seen with the UFC as an MMA promotion. What You’ll Learn:* My Upsides* Concerns* What I Find ExcitingOne Quote to Reflect On:"Jiu-Jitsu at the highest level isn’t just about submissions—it’s about solving problems under pressure." -UnknownBJJ Mental Models SupportI'm proud to be an official affiliate of BJJ Mental Models—a deep resource library of

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E15 | The Plateau is a Lie

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2025/06/10

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the why I believe that the plateau is often a lie. What You’ll Learn:* The Belief of Plateaus is Common* How It Doesn’t Exist* What You Can DoOne Quote to Reflect On:There is no such thing as a plateau. You’re either learning in silence or coasting in denial."— Josh Waitzkin, The Art of Learning (inspired phrasing based on his philosophy)Hope you enjoyed the article and the audio companion. I’m looking forward to continuing a these. Both for the

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E14 | Audio Companion: Chest Over Chest

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2025/06/08

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the Chest Over Chest passing concept that I learned form Josh McKinney back in April at the Bjj Mental Models Spring Camp. What You’ll Learn:* The Simplicity Of It* How I Initiate It* How It’s Been Working OutOne Quote to Reflect On:“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” — Leonardo da VinciHope you enjoyed the article and the audio companion. I’m looking forward to continuing a these. Both for the growth of Substack but also for own

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E13 | Audio Companion: The Pregnant Pause

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2025/06/03

In this short-form episode of Tapped In, we dive into the Pregnant Pause. It’s a strategic moment in the round where I camp out a bitWhat You’ll Learn:* What It Actually Is* How I use it. * Where I use It MostOne Quote to Reflect On:"The right word may be effective, but no word was ever as effective as a rightly timed pause." –Mark TwainHope you enjoyed the article and the audio companion. I’m looking forward to continuing a these. Both for the growth of Substack but also for own personal

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