Morning Thoughts Before My 6th-Degree Black Belt PromotionA few minutes of reflection before receiving my sixth-degree black belt promotion and other thoughts on our Legacy 25 Year Graduation and Gala. Thanks for watching and supporting.👇 Check out our partners:🥋 Legacy BJJ: legacybjj.com💪 Train smarter with TACFIT: tacfit.com🥥 Your neighborhood paradise: acaijunglebowls.com#AlbertoCraneShow…
In this episode, I sit down with Rodrigo Brand — lifelong martial artist, writer, actor, and one of our amazing BJJ coaches and team members at Legacy.Rodrigo brings passion, creativity, and heart to everything he does.Enjoy my conversation with the talented Rodrigo Brand.👇 Check out our partners:🥋 Legacy BJJ: legacybjj.com💪 Train smarter with TACFIT: tacfit.com🥥 Your neighborhood paradise:…
In this episode, I sit down with Mexhele Deuxlemarr — singer, songwriter, and now published author — to talk about our book, Alberto Crane: ALL IN — Lessons On and Off the Mat.We dive into why she chose to write this story, what inspired her to take on such a big project, and the five-year-plus journey of creating her first book from the ground up.A powerful conversation with an incredible artist…
In this episode, I sit down with Alex Valerio — one of our young, up-and-coming students and coaches at Legacy.Always a pleasure to hear the thoughts and perspectives of the next generation, and to spend quality time with the young people growing within our community.Grateful for this conversation.Hope you enjoy it.👇 Check out our partners:🥋 Legacy BJJ: legacybjj.com💪 Train smarter with TACFIT:…
Always great having Professor Joey Alvarado back on the show. Joey has been a longtime mentor, coach, and friend to our Legacy family. A seasoned Jiu-Jitsu competitor, instructor, and former MMA fighter, he brings solid experience and perspective every time we talk.In this episode, we cover his return to competition after many years — including one of his bucket-list goals of competing in Japan.…
In this episode of The Alberto Crane Show, we sit down with “YEYO” Yediel Quiles Aguayo — dancer, actor, stunt performer, and one of our standout Jiu-Jitsu champions.Yeyo shares his incredible journey from Puerto Rico to Florida and eventually Los Angeles, and how each chapter shaped his discipline, creativity, and world-class mindset.His story is inspiring, grounded, and a powerful reminder of…
Luana Pinheiro grew up on the mats in Paraíba, Brazil, training judo with her father — and both of her parents are black belts. Yes She later earned her Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt as well, building a powerful grappling base before transitioning into MMA. After earning a UFC contract on Dana White’s Contender Series, she now competes on the world’s biggest stage.In this episode, Luana shares…
In this episode, I talk Jiu-Jitsu, the Los Angeles Dodgers, and whatever’s happening in life right now — including the Dodgers winning back-to-back World Series in a crazy series against the Toronto Blue Jays.A relaxed conversation to catch up, reflect, and share what’s on my mind.Thanks for tuning in.👇 Check out our partners:🥋 Legacy BJJ: legacybjj.com💪 Train smarter with TACFIT: tacfit.com🥥…
Honored to sit down with Burbank Chief of Police Rafael Quintero.In this episode of The Alberto Crane Show, we talk leadership, community, and the day-to-day realities of serving Burbank.Chief Quintero shares his journey, his approach to leading the department, and how staying connected with the community shapes his work.Thank you, Chief, for your time, your example, and your commitment to our…
It was an absolute privilege to sit down with one of my heroes in Jiu-Jitsu — the legendary Roberto “Roleta” Magalhães. 🌀When I first began training, Roleta was already redefining what was possible on the mat. His creativity, fluidity, and innovation forever changed the game.A 4× IBJJF World Champion, 4× Pan American Champion, Brazilian National Champion, and IBJJF Hall of Famer — Roleta is…