Inside the Wave
by Perry Wirth
Latest episode
Girls in BJJ: Two Journeys, One Mat with Ava & Deb
Girls in BJJ: Two Journeys, One Mat with Ava & Deb
About this podcast
Welcome to ”Inside the Wave” with your host, Perry Wirth, presented by Utopia. Dive into the dynamic world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, health, fitness, and personal development. Each episode, Perry brings you engaging conversations with inspiring individuals from the BJJ community and beyond. From stories to fitness tips and life hacks, this podcast is your go-to source for staying on top of your game, or even getting into the game! Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or just starting out, ”Inside the Wave” offers fresh perspectives and insights to fuel your journey. Tune in and join us on this adventure of growth, both on and off the mats. Let’s ride the wave together! 🌊🥋💪
Episodes
The newest 20 of 21 episodes
- Girls in BJJ: Two Journeys, One Mat with Ava & Deb · 1 h 14 min · Episode 21She Started at 60. She Started at 15. Two women. Two very different paths onto the mat. Same reasons for staying. Ava Govek walked into Utopia at 14. Six years later, she's a…
- Jimmy Kanno's Jiu-Jitsu Story with Jimmy Kano · 1 h 10 min · Episode 19What if the thing you almost didn’t try became the thing that saved your life? In Episode 20 of Inside the Wave, Perry sits down with longtime Utopia black belt Jimmy Kanno to…
- Approaching Athletic Development & Competition in Children Ages 15-18+ (High School & Beyond) with Chandler Lewis · 1 h 4 min · Episode 20What does athletic development look like when athletes reach the high school years and competition starts to carry real stakes? In this final episode of the four-part youth…
- Approaching Athletic Development & Competition in Children Ages 11-14 (Middle School) with Chandler Lewis · 1 h 2 min · Episode 18How do you support a young athlete through the middle school years—when bodies are changing fast, emotions run high, and competition starts to feel real? Ages 11-14 are a pivotal…
- Approaching Athletic Development & Competition in Children Ages 7-10 (Skills & Mini Milestones) with Chandler Lewis · 1 h 8 min · Episode 17How can you support your child’s “golden age” of growth without pushing too far, too soon? Between the ages of seven and ten, something amazing happens: kids stop just playing…
- Approaching Athletic Development & Competition in Children Ages 3-6 (Play-First Foundations) with Chandler Lewis · 60 min · Episode 16How do you know when your child is ready for competition — and how do you make sure it stays fun? In this first episode of a four-part series on youth sports readiness, host…
- Fueling the 30+ Grappler: Nutrition, Supplements, and Recovery with Kodi Volpano · 1 h 18 min · Episode 15What does fueling your body actually look like when you’re training BJJ in your 30s and beyond? In this episode, Perry sits down with Kodi—a brown belt, sports nutritionist, and…
- Philosophy on the Mat: Exploring Stoicism Through BJJ with Jon Friedland · 1 h 16 min · Episode 14What can an ancient philosophy teach you about Jiu-Jitsu—and life? In this episode of Inside the Wave, Perry sits down once again with Jon Friedland—BJJ black belt, longtime…
- Optimizing Your Body for BJJ with Keith Shimon · 1 h 14 min · Episode 13Ever feel like something’s holding your body back—but you can’t quite pinpoint what it is? In this episode of Inside the Wave, Perry sits down with Keith Shimon, co-founder of…
- Sports Psychology with Chandler Lewis · 1 h 27 min · Episode 12How do you handle frustration when BJJ gets tough? In this episode of Inside the Wave, I had the honor of sitting down with Chandler Lewis, a Personal Trainer, Competitive Swim…
- Ava's Journey from Student to Leader · 1 h 0 min · Episode 11In this episode of Inside the Wave, I catch up with Ava, one of the most dedicated members of our Utopia community. From her first day on the mats as a nervous teenager to…
- The Mindset Movement with Coach Vern · 59 min · Episode 10What separates a fixed mindset from a growth mindset? In this episode of Inside the Wave, I chat with Coach Vern, Utopia’s Director of Martial Arts, fresh off an intense cage…
- Aaron Rindt's Jiu-Jitsu Journey · 53 min · Episode 9In this episode of Inside the Wave, I sat down with Aaron Rindt—jiu-jitsu practitioner, coach, and longtime member of Utopia. Aaron’s journey is one of resilience and…
- Injury Prevention and Longevity on the Mats with Joby Philip, PT, DPT · 1 h 0 min · Episode 8In this episode of Inside the Wave, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Joby Phillip, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner and Doctor of Physical Therapy. With a wrestling…
- Spectacle to Sport: The Growth of the Combat Sport Industry with Dan LaSavage · 1 h 0 min · Episode 7In this episode of Inside the Wave, I had the pleasure of sitting down with my friend Dan LaSavage, the founder of Combat Corner, a company that has grown significantly since its…
- Police BJJ Training with Bob · 1 h 4 min · Season 1 Episode 6In this episode of the Inside the Wave podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Bob Duffy, a longtime friend and a significant figure in both the jiu-jitsu and law…
- The Enlifted Mindset with Mark England · 60 min · Season 1 Episode 5In this episode of "Inside the Wave," I had the pleasure of interviewing Mark England, a communication and mindset coach from Enlifted Coaching. Mark shared his journey from…
- Keeping BJJ In the Family with Steve and Audrey Hanson · 43 min · Season 1 Episode 4Welcome to another exciting episode of the Inside the Wave podcast! In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with two of my favorite students at Utopia Martial Arts…
- Physical & Spiritual Benefits of BJJ with Tanner Brooks · 41 min · Season 1 Episode 3Welcome to episode three of Inside the Wave! Today, I had the pleasure of sitting down with one of my dedicated students, Tanner Brooks. Tanner, who owns a tree cutting service…
- Wisconsin's BJJ Evolution and It's Life Lessons with Jon Friedland · 47 min · Season 1 Episode 2In this episode of Inside the Wave podcast, I had the pleasure of interviewing my BJJ coach and mentor, Jon Friedland. Jon shared his journey into the world of Jiu-Jitsu…
