A sports podcast dedicated to the engagement and elevation of Women’s mma and grappling. Michaela, former collegiate athlete, current mma fighter, and jiu jitsu practitioner. Deja, former collegiate athlete, and current jiu jitsu practitioner. Both Michaela and Deja have a love for women’s sports and a passion to continue ascending the voices of women within the mma and grappling world. Come listen and have fun with us!
Chokes and Consciousness
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A sports podcast dedicated to the engagement and elevation of Women’s mma and grappling. Michaela, former collegiate athlete, current mma fighter, and jiu jitsu practitioner. Deja, former collegiate athlete, and current jiu jitsu practitioner. Both Michaela and Deja have a love for women’s sports and a passion to continue ascending the voices of women within the mma and grappling world. Come listen and have fun with us!
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Recent Episodes
August 17, 2026
Groovin into Virgo
In this episode, Michaela and Deja explore a wide range of topics, including the transition from Leo season to Virgo season, food safety, the state of education, survival skills, and current environmental events. They share personal stories, insights on cosmic transitions, and practical advice for navigating modern challenges. Deja and Michaela explore the significance of staying present and appreciating the moment, especially in the context of sports, personal growth, and life's transitions. They discuss recent UFC fights, women's sports, and the importance of intentionality and organization as we move into Virgo season. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview00:35 Personal Updates and Weekend Activities53:06 Discussion on UFC fight highlights and retirements54:50 Analysis of McKenzie Dern's dominant win58:04 Gillian Robertson’s fight struggles and coaching critique01:00:27 Dean Thomas retires as a cornerman01:02:36 Women's divisions and upcoming fights01:09:55 Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Gary fight insights01:13:36 UFC monopolization and upcoming events01:17:29 The challenge of endurance and training in MMA01:22:16 Women's sports highlights and upcoming World Cup01:25:32 The cosmic exit and transitioning into Virgo season01:38:50 Closing thoughts and mindful reflection01:45:38 Inspirational quote by Martha Graham
July 27, 2026
Lion Strong
In this episode, Michaela and Deja explore the impact of technology on society and the energetic vibes of Leo season. This episode is packed with insights on nature, AI, and embracing the moment. Deja and Michaela explore the themes of beginning anew, embracing authenticity, and the importance of kindness and empathy in personal growth. They draw lessons from Disney's The Lion King, astrology, and real-life experiences to inspire listeners to reset and reinvent themselves. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview01:59 The Art of Napping and Weekend Recovery04:04 Environmental Concerns: Data Centers and Water Usage06:01 The Hidden Costs of Free AI Tools07:58 The Rise of Data Centers and Environmental Poisoning10:03 The Rapid Advancement of AI and Robotics12:00 Human Impact on Nature and Animal Safety14:01 The Problematic Nature of MMA Fan Culture16:00 Retirement and Future of UFC Fighters18:00 Authenticity and Realness in Content Creation19:55 The New iPhone Chip and Privacy Concerns21:57 Leo Season: Embracing Creativity and Authenticity24:04 Nature, Primal Instincts, and Human Safety26:05 The Power of Staying in Your Lane28:03 Respecting Nature and Animal Boundaries29:55 Overall Well-being and Creative Flow31:49 Upcoming UFC Events and Local Fights38:04 Recent UFC Fight Analysis and Fighter Updates43:00 The State of UFC Fight Card and Future Events47:57 Lessons from Nature and Animal Encounters49:58 The Impact of Culture, Society, and Technology
July 13, 2026
A New Sensei!!
In this episode, Deja and Michaela catch up after a few weeks, discussing the impact of the current El Niño, their recent activities, and Deja's exciting milestone of recently earning her Black belt. They also dive into topics such as dealing with injuries, the culture of jiu-jitsu, and the global sports scene, including the World Cup and Wimbledon. Deja and Michaela analyze Conor McGregor's recent fight, the impact of fame and decision-making in sports, and the importance of humility and process in personal growth. They also explore upcoming UFC BJJ events, always improving and putting in the work, and the value of gratitude and perseverance. Chapters 00:00 Welcome back and recent updates02:24 Understanding the Super El Nino and climate effects06:28 Water issues, parasites, and environmental concerns12:00 Memorable moments in public and personal hygiene stories15:17 Deja's experience mowing and intrusive thoughts21:53 Deja's big milestone: earning her black belt24:04 Imposter syndrome and the journey of mastery30:03 The levels of skill and community in jujitsu40:02 Chasing belts, growth, and the culture of progression50:00 Sports updates: World Cup, soccer, and international games55:00 Soccer rules, red cards, and game analysis01:00:04 Wimbledon and tennis injuries, Serena Williams01:01:22 Closing thoughts and upcoming events
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