BJJ FROM BRAZIL TO CALIFORNIA | Daniel Barreto on Jiu-Jitsu History, Gracie Influence, Coaching & Martial Arts Mindset In Episode 67 of The Grapple Of Your Eye Show, host Brett Summers sits down with renowned BJJ coach Daniel Barreto for an inspiring deep dive into his journey through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, from growing up in São... Continue Reading →
Ep. 66: Scrubber Daly
In this week's episode we are joined by British wrestling legend Scrubber Daly, trained by Bomber Pat Roach, to reveal what it really took to survive the golden era of ITV wrestling and become a star alongside Giant Haystacks, Big Daddy, King Kong Kirk, Fit Finlay, Marty Jones, and more. Trained on a concrete floor... Continue Reading →
Ep. 65: Dan Lester
In this week's episode we are joined by Dan Lester — South of England Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) practitioner, assistant coach with Vespasian Security BJJ, and the mind behind Alignment Performance. We dive into how to start BJJ as a beginner, overcoming gym anxiety and “paralysis by analysis,” and why you should stop waiting to get... Continue Reading →
Ep. 64: Klondyke Kate
Get ready for an epic journey as British wrestling royalty, Klondyke Kate, unleashes the incredible tale of a true women's wrestling trailblazer on The Grapple Of Your Eye! Witness the raw power of a pioneer who shattered glass ceilings in World of Sport, British professional wrestling, and European women's wrestling history. From a daring escape... Continue Reading →
Ep. 63: Rich “Killer” Valdez
In Episode 63 of The Grapple Of Your Eye Show, Brett Summers sits down with Rich “Killer” Valdez — elite competitor, wrestling specialist, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu purple belt, coach, and rising name in the world of submission grappling, no-gi BJJ, and combat sports competition. This powerful conversation explores Rich’s journey through California high school wrestling, college... Continue Reading →
Ep. 62: Joe Malenko
Before MMA had a name, Joe Malenko was already living it! This week we are lucky enough to be joined by Joe Malenko — Karl Gotch's student, catch wrestler, pro wrestler, trainer, and forgotten MMA pioneer whose influence helped bridge the gap between traditional grappling and modern mixed martial arts. As a direct student of... Continue Reading →
Ep. 61: Samuel Butcher
This week we meet Samuel Butcher — a 3x National Wrestling Champion, Judo brown belt, and one of the most exciting young talents in British wrestling right now. In this episode, Sam breaks down his journey from school judo clubs to becoming a dominant wrestler… and why his next huge step is heading to Nebraska,... Continue Reading →
Ep. 60: Giovanni De Clemente
This week on The Grappler Eye Show, we’re joined by Giovani De Clemente — a two-time British Catch Wrestling Champion, two-time World Catch Wrestling Champion, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Purple belt known for his pressure-heavy, wrestling-first grappling style. In this episode we dive into catch wrestling vs BJJ, wrestling for jiu-jitsu, submission grappling, and the... Continue Reading →
BONUS EPISODE: How To Strengthen Your Neck For Grappling
Want to build a stronger neck for Wrestling, BJJ, MMA, or boxing? Most athletes tend to ignore one crucial muscle—the neck. In this video we discuss and present a comprehensive guide to neck training, offering three targeted steps: beginner, intermediate, and advanced. You will learn how to safely strengthen your neck at home or in... Continue Reading →

