The No Natural Talent Podcast

No Natural Talent Ep. 52 Off the Cuff with Shanti and Wes, Part 2

Rest Round with Shanti and Wes. The conversation bounces between cults, influencers, cocktails, Shark Tanks, the “first choke” from your professors… and a whole lot of Jiujitsu. This one goes everywhere in the best way. No agenda, just conversation that’s honest, unfiltered, and definitely off the cuff.

No Natural Talent Ep. 51 "Tattoo Brandon"

A purple belt, tattoo artist, and dangerous leg locker with a deep commitment to growth — both on and off the mats. His journey has taken him through dark and difficult seasons, through loss, rebuilding, and the experience of having things he loved taken away and slowly given back. Dedicated to his sobriety, his evolution, and becoming better one day at a time. Focused, honest, and always moving forward.
This is Brandon.

No Natural Talent Ep. 50 "Judo Steve"

A purple belt with a decade of wrestling and years of judo behind him, he brings a deep foundation to the mats. The morning class and the connections built there helped carry him through some of his hardest seasons. Thoughtful, intentional, and disciplined in his approach, he's the kind of training partner who makes everyone around him better.
This is Steve. 

No Natural Talent Ep. 49 "Amber"

She's a white belt with a story shaped by intense experiences and a big heart. She has gone down seldom traveled paths for her healing, and Jiu Jitsu has become part of the proof of how far she’s come. Grounded, real, and as authentic as they come...
This is Amber.

No Natural Talent Ep. 48 "Luke"

White belt. Family man. Idaho born and raised. He knew this wouldn’t be easy, and that’s exactly why he stayed. Humble, consistent, and pushing through injuries, he’s the kind of training partner everyone wants in the room. This is Luke.

No Natural Talent Ep. 47 "Kristen"

She's a white belt who brings an upbeat attitude, lots of smiles, and a unique perspective on training to the mat. A wife, a mom who juggles kiddos who also train jiujitsu AND a very niche vocation...she's a physical therapist focused on men’s pelvic floor health. We get into the conversations people usually avoid — erectile dysfunction, prostate health and good questions answered, like… can men do kegels?!? It might sound awkward, but it doesn’t have to be.
This is Kristen.

No Natural Talent Ep. 46 Rest Round - "Shanti, Westen, Wade and Jeremy"

A Rest Round with Shanti, Westen, Jeremy, and Wade — real conversation, plenty of laughs, and stories from the past that shaped who they are today. Chaotic and unfiltered in the best way. Mature audiences recommended.

No Natural Talent Ep. 45 Off the Cuff with Shanti & Wes

Off the cuff with no agenda, just real conversation. From unsung heroes in Jiujitsu, to world level drama, training mindsets and the mental side of competing, nothing's off limits. Honest, unfiltered and a little bit unpredictable. This is Shanti and Wes.

No Natural Talent Ep. 44 "Codie"

She’s a white belt with a passion for Jiujitsu. Even while off the mats with an injury, she keeps showing up...watching, learning, and staying connected. With her husband and kiddo training alongside her, it’s become something they share and love together. A constant source of encouragement with a fantastic attitude and undeniable drive, she lifts everyone around her. This is Codie.

No Natural Talent Ep. 43 "Steve"

OG Purple belt, lawyer, musician, and all-around good human. Always helping teammates and bringing steady, positive energy to the mats. He’s also the host of the "I Fought the Law" podcast, a kick-ass show he runs with his business partner Brian, a dynamic duo, impacting one client at a time. And yes, his daughter bedazzled his belt… and he wears it proudly. This is Steve.