Craig Jones appears ready to return to podcasting after posting his youtube video to a Reddit thread that quickly turned into a rallying cry from Brazilian jiu-jitsu fans.
Posting to r/bjj with the simple question, “Should I bring the podcast back?“, Jones received an overwhelmingly positive response, with hundreds of upvotes and dozens of comments encouraging the former B-Team star to relaunch the show.
Rather than simply asking for validation and while sporting pink hair and a crocodile suit, Jones actively engaged with fans throughout the discussion, revealing he’s seriously considering committing to a full return.
“It’s more if I do it I’ll commit to 50 episodes. I can’t come back and not keep a schedule and randomly drop. I’m set up down here now though, so I think I should.”
Fans Want the Rants Back
A recurring theme throughout the thread was that fans miss Jones’ unfiltered personality more than traditional guest interviews.
Many commenters described his previous podcast as a refreshing alternative to what they see as an increasingly repetitive BJJ podcast landscape, praising his humor, willingness to poke fun at the sport, and candid takes on controversial topics.
Jones acknowledged that while previous episodes featured notable guests, he personally found his solo episodes just as enjoyable.
“To be honest we had guests, I found it more entertaining and rewarding to just rant. Maybe a combination of the two.”
Several users specifically requested the return of classic episodes featuring Keenan Cornelius, Lachlan Giles, Alex Wendling, and Freddy, while others said they’d happily listen to Jones simply talking by himself.
A Love-Hate Relationship With Podcasting
Despite the enthusiasm, Jones admitted he has mixed feelings about becoming “a podcast guy.”
When asked why he was hesitant, he joked:
“Because there is something about being a podcaster that makes me feel sick. Giving my opinions on things I’m not qualified on. I always hope people assume everything is satire.”
That self-awareness resonated with commenters, many of whom encouraged him to lean into authenticity rather than trying to emulate more polished podcast personalities.
Funding Future Projects
Jones also revealed another motivation behind a potential relaunch.
While fans praised his travel videos and documentary-style content, he explained that producing those projects is expensive and difficult to justify financially.
“ROI is brutal brother… I’d ideally fund that, my passion, with this.”
The comment suggests a podcast could become a sustainable revenue source to support larger creative projects moving forward.
What Comes Next?
Although Jones stopped short of making an official announcement, the discussion strongly suggests a relaunch is now more likely than not.
If his comments are any indication, fans shouldn’t expect sporadic uploads. Instead, Jones appears to be considering a structured return built around a consistent release schedule, potentially mixing solo rants with guest conversations.
For a community that repeatedly described his previous show as one of the few BJJ podcasts willing to challenge the status quo, the response was clear: if Craig Jones brings the podcast back, people will be listening.
A freelance journalist with more than seven years of experience covering a wide range of topics, with a focus on delivering accurate, engaging, and well-researched reporting. He studied at the University of Birmingham, where he developed a strong foundation in journalism and communications. Martin is a 10th Planet BJJ brown belt and has been training for approximately 10 years and a keen follower of submission grappling.
