Two Coffees and an Argument

Welcome to a special episode of Two Coffees and an Argument with Hannah Vale and Jeff Vale! This week, we’re taking you inside the unforgettable grand opening weekend of Substructure Jiu Jitsu, where technique meets community, and adventure meets the mat.To make this celebration truly epic, we curated the BEST itinerary for visitors to Northeast Ohio, blending iconic local experiences with world-class jiu-jitsu. Here’s how we rolled out the red carpet for our guests with a heart-felt itinerary: Joe’s Deli in Rocky RiverStart your day with the legendary sandwiches and warm hospitality that make Joe’s Deli a must-visit for any foodie.Rock & Roll Hall of FameExperience Cleveland’s musical legacy at this world-famous museum—a pilgrimage for any music lover!West Side MarketWander through a century-old marketplace, sampling local flavors and soaking up the vibrant culture of Cleveland.On the MatsWe hit the mats with visitors from Springfield BJJ, training under the expert guidance of Brian Steubner, and enjoyed a special rolling session with Tim Michaux of Gracie Barra Pennsylvania.A Meaningful OpeningOur grand opening was blessed by Pastor Derek Boivin, grounding our journey in gratitude, unity, and purpose.Lakeview Park Cedar PointNo trip to Northeast Ohio is complete without a thrill ride at America’s Roller Coast—Cedar Point!From food and music to jiu-jitsu and roller coasters, our grand opening weekend was about more than just launching a gym—it was about building memories, forging friendships, and showcasing the very best of Northeast Ohio.Whether you’re a jiu-jitsu enthusiast or just love a good local adventure, you won’t want to miss this episode!

In this special episode, Jeff and Hannah Vale share the behind-the-scenes journey of moving to Northeast Ohio and prepping for the grand opening Substructure Jiu Jitsu!From searching for the perfect location and transforming a space, to laying down our first Fuji mats and then soft launching in "come on in tomorrow" style, we take you through every step of building our academy from the ground up. We're proud to be the first Caio Terra Association affiliation in Ohio! We couldn’t have done it without the incredible support of our friends, family, and the jiu jitsu community—thank you all for your encouragement, hard work, and belief in our dream!Special shout out to Fuji Mats for providing the best training surface in the business, and to everyone who helped us make Substructure Jiu Jitsu a reality. Whether you’re a seasoned grappler or brand new to the sport, we invite you to join us on the mats and become part of our growing family. We're building something special from the ground up!#JiuJitsu #GrandOpening #SubstructureJiuJitsu #OhioJiuJitsu #BJJCommunity #FujiMats

Where do we even begin with this episode?  On December 29th, 2022, the walls of Adventure Coffee Co came down.  Here is our some raw processing of info and thoughts. 

Since we've recorded last, we have been through a lot! And it's kind of raw. We share some of what has gone on in our lives, the opening of Ozark Adventure Coffee Co. and other things. Getting back at it. 

There are some things that we did as kids that kids these days will never understand or get to experience. Creating answering machine messages.  Blowing the dust out of our video games.  Waiting a week for the next episodes.  Smoking sections of restaurants.  Making posters for presentations.  Shopping at some of our childhood favorite stores.  And loads more.... Take a trip down memory lane.  And share with us the things you loved or hated that kids won't. even. know. about! [email protected]

Hear about the hole in the wall places to eat around the Springfield area and the places we have eaten in our travels that have created the best and worst food experiences.  Coffee places also have a special place in our hearts. Our travels always include stopping by the local places. 

What are your favorite binge watching shows? Are you more of a sci-fi lover? Drama? Documentaries? Crime? Romcom?  What shows shaped your childhood?  Jeff and Hannah talk about their favorite TV shows, binge watching episodes, and family friend go-tos.  Share your favorite shows to [email protected]

1st pics together as a couple.  Engagement photos.  Wedding photos.   Anniversary pics. 1st kid vs 3rd kid pics.  These are some of the topics Jeff and Hannah cover in this fun episode of stories of family pictures.  From the disposable camera and film development to the digital photo and cell phone cameras, it has changed the way we take and store the pictures in our lives.  Feel welcome to email [email protected] 

How do you celebrate Halloween? Do you go all out? How much is too much decor?  Did you do traditional Halloween or trick-or-treating? Or were you more of a "Fall Festival" kind of family?  In this episode, Jeff and Hannah talk about all the things Halloween. 

What are your best and worst habits? What is the most disgusting habit you have or your spouse has? Have you ever succeeded in breaking a bad habit? How have you started good habits?  In this episode, Jeff and Hannah talk about the habits they have, the ones they wish they didn't have and the ones they want to have. Get inspired to build your best habits.  Book mentions:   Can't Hurt Me Atomic Habits Email share your success stories of breaking bad habits or building good ones.