This episode gets spicy.

We start with some controversial BJJ hot takes, including a heated (and hilarious) debate over whether a BJJ match is actually a fight.

We also discuss some other hot takes like:

• Most people training BJJ would lose a real fight
• The gym scoreboard isn’t real
• And blue belts are the most dangerous people in the gym

Then we debut a new segment:

Points, Penalty, or DQ.

We judge some of the most debated behaviors in jiu-jitsu culture, including:

• Coaching your partner mid-roll
• Starting rounds on your knees
• Celebrating when you tap a higher belt
• Posting podium pictures from a one-person bracket
• Wearing your medal out to dinner after a tournament
• Parents coaching over the athlete’s actual coach

Some deserve points.

Some deserve penalties.

And a few might be an automatic DQ.

In this week's episode, we attempt to de-mystify the world of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competitions. We talk about what makes tournaments different, including size, rule sets, and prestige; what to look for in your first BJJ tournament; and where to sign up. We also do a deep dive into the world of IBJJF, explaining the seeding and ranking system and why they matter. Then we explore ADCC, another prestigious BJJ tournament, and talk about why many consider it to be the top-tier nogi tournament and what makes it different from IBJJF.

Resources for today's episode include:

Smoothcomp: Great place to start looking for your first BJJ tournament!

https://smoothcomp.com/en

Jiu Jitsu World League

https://www.jjworldleague.com/

IBJJF

https://ibjjf.com/

In this episode, we talk about the reasons for out recent hiatus, including moving homes, gyms, and going through renovations. We give a recap of our trip to Portugal for the 2026 IBJJF European Championships where Bailey brought home gold and Weslee brought home silver. Then we talk about the pros and cons of the constraint-led approach (CLA) to training brazilian jiu jitsu as well as what makes a good CLA game.

In this special episode, we recap our experience at Jiu Jitsu Con 2025 in Las Vegas and competing at Master Worlds. We break down the energy, structure, and unique vibe of the event while exploring what sets master athletes apart from the adult divisions. Featuring exclusive interviews with legends Joao Miyao, Gui Mendez, Andre Galvao, Pablo Lavaselli, and the owners of Riot Sports, this episode dives into the growing cultural impact of Jiu Jitsu Con and why, despite the ongoing debates, the gi is very much alive.

We’re back! After a short break, Weslee and Bailey catch you up on life outside the mats before diving straight into all things combat sports. This week, we recap taking our girls to Kid Pans and talk about the grind of prepping for IBJJF Master Worlds 2025.

We also highlight the incredible Funegra sisters, including Mia Funegra’s record-breaking win that made her the youngest athlete to ever win an IBJJF World Championship — and how the IBJJF ruleset made history possible.

On the boxing side, we break down the buzz around Jake Paul vs Gervonta “Tank” Davis and what a matchup with Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford could mean for the sport.

👉 Whether you’re into Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, IBJJF competition news, or boxing’s biggest fights, this episode has something for every combat sports fan.

In this episode of Weslee Weighs In, we welcome the dynamic Vasquez brothers, Jorge and Diego, the masterminds behind Vasquez Brothers Jiu Jitsu in Grand Prairie, Texas. From humble beginnings to a thriving gym, the Vasquez brothers share how they turned their passion for jiu jitsu into a flourishing business.

We dive into their unique journey, exploring how they went from some puzzle piece mats in their garage to a new and expanded facility in a prime location, all while paving the way for the controversial CLA/ecological training method in the DFW area. The brothers break down what it means to train without teaching technique or drilling and why they swear by this approach.

Tune in for a deep dive into their journey, the pros and cons of ecological training, and some hot takes along the way.

In this episode of Weslee Weighs In, Weslee and Bailey dive into a whirlwind of topics from the mat to the ring and beyond. Bailey shares some humbling moments since she's started helping with kids' classes at their gym, complete with unfiltered feedback from the little warriors. We also get real about Bailey's weight loss journey and how cutting weight for fights looks for both of them.

Then, Weslee drops some knowledge bombs on why he thinks boxing is the toughest combat sport of them all and breaks down the differences between boxing and striking. Spoiler alert: he may ruffle a few feathers with his opinions.

This week on Weslee Weighs In, we're hanging out with the legendary Roberto Kaelin, a man who went from bribing his chauffeur to let him skip karate class in Peru (true story) to running a thriving martial arts gym in Texas.

Roberto spills on his childhood in Peru and how his martial arts journey led him across continents to train under Master Carlos Machado. We also get a glimpse into the opening of Keller Elite Martial Arts and his philosophies as a competitor and gym owner. Come for the laughs, stay for the life lessons, and hear how Roberto's love of martial arts (and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) is shaping new generations of jiu jitsu players.