In this episode of What’s the 411?, we sit down with Winston Hong — Australia’s most well-known Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu referee and the man behind Ace Academy BJJ in Leichhardt. Winston shares what it’s really like to officiate at some of the country’s biggest competitions, the challenges of staying sharp and fair in a fast-growing sport, and his perspective on how BJJ is evolving across Australia.
We also dive into his journey from the mats to the referee’s chair, what inspired him to open his own gym, and his vision for building the next generation of grapplers.
Whether you’re a competitor, coach, or fan of the sport, this episode gives you an inside look at the side of BJJ most people never see.
23 Aug 2025
#011 - Richard McGlinchey
In this episode of What’s the 411, we dive into the extraordinary life of a veteran saturation diver Richard McGlinchey who has spent years working in some of the most extreme and unforgiving environments on Earth—hundreds of meters below the ocean’s surface. He shares what it’s really like to live and work deep beneath the sea, the challenges and dangers of the job, and the mindset required to thrive in such high-pressure conditions.
Beyond the depths, he’s also a longtime Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner, and we explore the surprising connections between training on the mat and working under immense pressure in saturation chambers. From discipline and resilience to the importance of teamwork, his story offers a rare look into a life lived on the edge.
If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to balance a career in one of the most dangerous professions in the world while pursuing the art of BJJ, this conversation is for you.
9 Aug 2025
The Beautiful Game Meets the Gentle Art - Adamo De Nigris
Adamo De Nigris joins us to talk all things sport — from calling the action on SBS, Optus Sport and beIN Sport to diving deep into the world of Australian football, the A-League, NPL and VFL. We also explore his passion for combat sports, his love for BJJ and MMA, and his new training journey on the mats at Academy 411. This is a conversation where the beautiful game meets the gentle art.
28 Jul 2025
Choke first, Extinguish later - Sirena Guzman (Subversion Recap)
In this episode, we sit down with Sirena Allen de Guzman – the newly crowned Subversion Bantamweight Champion and M16 Open Lightweight Champion. As a professional firefighter and one of Australia’s top female Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu athletes, Sirena is no stranger to pressure, on or off the mats.
We dive into her journey to the top, including her team switch, the mindset and grind behind becoming a champion, and what’s next in her competitive career. Beyond BJJ, we talk about life outside the gym, balancing firefighting with elite-level training, and other topics you won’t want to miss.
We recap Subversion and the recent success of 411 on the mats.
17 Jul 2025
Receipts & Rear-Nakeds - Peter "The 411 Accountant" Economos
This week we chat with an accountant who knows the ATO like the back of his calculator and has helped everyone from small business battlers to big-name ballers stay on the right side of the taxman. But when he’s not knee-deep in spreadsheets, he’s mat side cheering on his kids in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. We talk about why he thinks BJJ is one of the best things you can do for your kids (and maybe even your tax strategy?), the surprising crossover between business smarts and combat sports, and what it’s like explaining GST while watching a gi choke. It’s part finance, part parenting, part flying armbar and all good chat.
7 Jul 2025
They Know: StreetX CEO - Daniel Bradshaw
Daniel Bradshaw, StreetX CEO, discusses building a globally respected streetwear brand, the StreetX Invitational BJJ competition, and maintaining authenticity in a saturated market in an interview with the 411 team.
2 Jul 2025
More Than Muscles: S&C for Combat Athletes - Elliot Taylor
Strength and conditioning coach Elliot Taylor discusses the fundamentals of S&C for combat athletes and how to tailor training for various athlete types in this interview episode.
25 Jun 2025
Tape, Ice & Takedowns - Kevin Lay
Head physiotherapist Kevin Lay discusses common combat sports injuries and rehabilitation techniques, drawing from his experience treating UFC, BJJ, and Olympic athletes in this interview.
17 Jun 2025
Croissants to Kimuras - Redouane Cherif
Redouane Cherif recounts his transition from French to Australian BJJ, discussing cultural differences and adaptation in an interview with the 411 team.
6 Jun 2025
From the Sidelines to the Helm - Coach Jed Gillespie
Coach Jed Gillespie recounts his transition from athlete to head coach at Eastern Suburbs Rugby Union FC, sharing insights on leadership and building a winning culture in an interview with the 411 team.
27 May 2025
From Trouble to Triumph - Jude Kean
Jude Kean shares his transformative journey from a troubled youth to a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu star, highlighting discipline and passion in this interview.
26 May 2025
Becoming the best at BJJ, fast. - David "Baby Dave" Stoilescu
David "Baby Dave" Stoilescu shares his transition from boxing to jiu-jitsu, highlighting camaraderie, mental toughness, and training methods, while reflecting on competition strategies and future aspirations in this interview.
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Daniel Bradshaw
Elliot Taylor
Kevin Lay
Redouane Cherif
Coach Jed Gillespie
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