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Joe Scargill, US Secret Service, Special Agent in Charge
Episode 74
Wednesday, 1 October, 2025

In this episode, we welcome back Joe Scargill, Special Agent in Charge with the US Secret Service. We discuss Joe's recent surgeries, including rotator cuff and neck surgery, and the importance of having a recovery plan. Joe shares insights around TRT, its role in preserving muscle mass during recovery, the significance of physical fitness in law enforcement, the evolution of Jiu-Jitsu competition formats, and the impact of sports rules.We discuss various aspects of BJJ competition, focusing on scoring, the importance of match duration, and engaging the audience through visible scoring. Joe highlights the emergence of new talent, the potential benefits of open scoring, and the strategic elements of team-based events. The discussion also touches on the impact of youth in competitive grappling and the common feelings of imposter syndrome associated with belt promotions.You can learn more about Joe online at:⁠⁠www.linkedin.com/in/joe-scargill⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@joescargill11⁠⁠⁠⁠@aforcebjjpvb⁠⁠⁠⁠@academysafeChapters00:00 Introduction to The BizJitzu Podcast00:43 Joe Scargill's Health Journey05:47 Surgery Insights and Recovery11:55 Testosterone Replacement Therapy Discussion17:47 Modern Medicine and Personal Experiences23:59 Training and Recovery Strategies31:26 Navigating Personal Safety in Training34:43 Maintaining Fitness and Strength Over Time36:05 The Importance of Physical Presence in Law Enforcement42:41 Leadership and Leading by Example45:34 The Evolution of Jiu-Jitsu Competition46:06 Feedback on CGI 2 and Rule Changes56:01 The Need for Open Scoring in Jiu-Jitsu01:07:44 The Impact of Weight Classes in Combat Sports01:08:38 Seizing Opportunities: Lessons from History01:09:52 Admiration for Underdogs in Competition01:11:56 The Future of Young Grapplers01:13:13 The Dynamics of CGI Matches01:15:11 The Importance of Authenticity in Grappling01:17:26 Engaging Audiences with Scoring Systems01:20:24 The Evolution of Jiu-Jitsu and Personal GrowthDr. Archie's Groundwork Chiropractic is officially open and servicing clients. Book your next appointment using the links below!IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@groundworkchiropractic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠W: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.groundworkchiropractic.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The BizJitsu Podcast is sponsored by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Union Staffing Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a full-service boutique recruitment firm that unites great companies with high-performing sales, marketing, and operational talent. Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BizJitsu_Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@vincepacleb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@archie_d⁠ane⁠⁠⁠⁠KeywordsJoe Scargill, Jiu Jitsu, recovery, surgery, testosterone therapy, physical fitness, law enforcement, competition, sports rules, Jiu-Jitsu, scoring systems, grappling, competition, open scoring, youth talent, imposter syndrome, belt promotion, engagement, strategy