Orny Adams 170: Rigan Machado Jiu-Jitsu Legend
Rigan Machado is widely regarded as one of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu’s living legends — an 8 degree red belt— (I didn’t even know they had red belts) a highly ranked master, dominant competitor in his era, prolific teacher, and influential figure in spreading BJJ both in sport and popular culture, started training at age five in his cousin’s garage in Brazil- who were the infamous Gracies. His professional tournament fight career is an astonishing 365 wins and 0 losses.
Orny Adams 169: United States of Free Refills
What’s Wrong with not giving free refills on Ice Tea? The recycling scam, The McRib lawsuit, the downfall of Michelin Star rating system, a naked neighbor, companies that want us to take a survey and apartment complexes using dog crap DNA to bust owners not picking up after their dogs. Thumbs up on that!
Orny Adams 168: Andre Lima Martial Arts
What’s Wrong with dedicating your entire life to one thing!? Grandmaster, renowned 8th degree black belt in Taekwondo, black belt in Brazilian Jiujitsu and founder of the Lima Academy, Andre Lima is in The Big Yellow Dojo today. Andre is a pioneer who discusses his path and ascent from a child in Brazil to being one of the most respected martial arts teachers today. Andre lives martial arts 24 hours a day.
Orny Adams 167: Guest Owen Smith
What’s Wrong with Owen Smith? Comedian, friend, write on Blackish, Whitney, Everybody Hates Chris, Arsenio Hall amongst others. Owen opens up about the obstacles of shooting and producing his comedy special. Owen talks about how his writing career launched, his son playing baseball and how is 6 year old daughter talks like a YouTube influencer.
Orny Adams Bonus: FBI Jim Clemente
Orny and former FBI Profiler, Prosecutor, and Podcaster Jim Clemente discuss the murders of Rob and Michele Reiner and try and understand the mind of the alleged killer. Their son. This episode touches upon three major killings this week: The Reiners, the Bondi Beach massacre in Australia and the mass shooting at Brown University. Jim has made many appearances on WWWOA, please check out previous episodes.