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The ROL Radio - Jiu Jitsu Podcast

Author: Thomas Rozdzynski and Gary Pond

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The ROL Radio Show features your host BJJ Black Belt Thomas Rozdzynski of ROL Academy and his co-host Gary Pond. Take a listen to the untold stories from the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Mixed Martial Arts as well as a unique take on life itself. 

The RŌL Radio podcast uniquely shines a spotlight on the untold stories within the world of Jiu-Jitsu. Going beyond techniques and competitions, the show delves into the personal narratives and journeys of individuals deeply entrenched in the martial art. It unveils the human side of Jiu-Jitsu, exploring triumphs, challenges, and the transformative power of the discipline. Through intimate interviews with practitioners across the spectrum, the podcast unveils anecdotes and experiences that often go unnoticed. The RŌL Radio podcast is a captivating narrative journey, offering a richer understanding of the people who make Jiu-Jitsu a profound and impactful part of their lives.

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Send us a Text Message.How does being a well-rounded person set you on a path for success?Pauline Bak completely changed careers and even moved to a different continent. That might mean completely starting over, but Pauline already had a skillset that set her up for success even though it seemed unrelated.On this Takeaway, Thomas and Gary discuss the importance of being well-rounded.www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1000 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey.http...
#199 Pauline Bak

#199 Pauline Bak

2024-05-2901:03:28

Send us a Text Message.Today’s guest moved to Canada from Brazil with no job prospects and very little money, but she took her life’s experiences and used them to make herself the success she is today.Pauline Bak joins us to share her story of switching from a life of mechanical engineering in Brazil to becoming a successful BJJ instructor and academy owner in Canada.Here is The RŌL Radio with 1st degree black belt and co-owner and instructor at Lapel Arts in Vancouver Briitish Columbia, Paul...
Send us a Text Message.How do you measure success?Gabriel Sousa is by most accounts a highly successful person, but he doesn't measure his success by his wins and losses. Gabriel measures his success by his ability to give back.On this Takeaway, Thomas and guest co-host Edgar discuss how they measure success and their take on being open to criticism and advice. www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1000 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey.http://www.therolradio.com...
#198 Gabriel Sousa

#198 Gabriel Sousa

2024-05-2201:05:36

Send us a Text Message.Today’s guest joins us to discuss, how as a kid, he had to hustle to make money to compete, his move to the US with only a couple hundred dollars and not being able to speak English, how as a black belt he didn’t let getting tapped by a purple belt discourage him, and more.Here is The RŌL Radio with Lucas Rocha black belt, BJJ instructor, former AJP #1 ranked athlete, and 2nd place ADCC finisher, Gabriel Sousa.www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkou...
Send us a Text Message.In jiu-jitsu and martial arts, you will find people with very strong opinions. Why do we hold on to strong opinions, is it ego, is it for control, is it to feel validated?After a great conversation with Eli Knight, Thomas and Gary discuss why people are so opinionated and what may be the root causes.www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1000 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey.http://www.therolradio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/therolradiohtt...
#197 Eli Knight Returns

#197 Eli Knight Returns

2024-05-1501:15:57

Send us a Text Message.After four years this week’s guest returns for another fantastic conversation. Eli Knight joins us to discuss why today’s abundance of information about BJJ is like “drinking from a firehose”, what he believes are the most valuable things in jiu-jitsu, why he hopes jiu-jitsu never makes it to the Olympics, and a ton more.Here is the RŌL Radio with instructor at Fit to Fight Charlotte, content creator at BJJ Fanatics and Knight Jiu-Jitsu, and 3rd-degree black belt, Eli K...
Send us a Text Message.As jiu-jitsu continues to move towards sport, focusing on the professional athlete, will jiu-jitsu still be for the masses?Will the self-defense aspect of jiu-jitsu keep the art alive for the hobbyist and the non-athlete over time?www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1000 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey.http://www.therolradio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/therolradiohttps://www.facebook.com/therolradio/https://www.instagram.com/jasonraubj...
#196 Jason Rau

#196 Jason Rau

2024-05-0801:12:53

Send us a Text Message.Today’s guest has trained with the best of the best and iis here to discuss the things people don’t know about opening a jiu-jitsu academy, priorities in jiu-jitsu training, rule sets, and why even though he trains mostly nogi the importance of training both gi and nogi.Here is a Matt Serra black belt, content creator for BJJ Fanatics, a man who has trained extensively with John Danaher, and owner instructor at Vanguard Academy in Lake Grove New York, Jason Rau.www.rola...
Send us a Text Message.Is it important to know your roots?Knowing your roots can provide a sense of identity, a stronger sense of self, and community. After a great conversation with Eric Acha, Thomas and Gary discuss how we may be losing our connection to the past because of the current value placed on today’s society.www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1000 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey.http://www.therolradio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/therolradiohttps:...
#195 Eric Acha

#195 Eric Acha

2024-05-0101:18:01

Send us a Text Message.While only a purple belt today’s guest opened his first academy, he then sought out an affiliation with one of the most respected academies in California. Now, over two decades later Eric Acha has two successful academies and shares his passion for jiu-jitsu, entrepreneurship, training law enforcement, and more.Here is THe RŌL Radio with the owner and lead instructor at Peninsula Self-Defense, retired police officer, and 2nd-degree black belt under Jean Jacques Mac...
Send us a Text Message.Jiu-Jitsu is an art and sport with incredible depth and complexity. So, why do we feel pressure to know it all and why do some people act as if they do?On this Takeaway, Thomas and Gary discuss why people fear admitting they don’t know it all.www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1000 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey.http://www.therolradio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/therolradiohttps://www.facebook.com/therolradio/https://10thplanetwestla...
#194 Scott Epstein

#194 Scott Epstein

2024-04-2401:28:28

Send us a Text Message.Today’s guest is here to discuss his responsibility to jiu-jitsu, why it is okay not to know, the biggest lesson he learned from Eddie Bravo, and the importance of keeping jiu-jitsu fun.Here is The RŌL Radio with Eddie Bravo black belt, former strength and jiu-jitsu coach on The Ultimate Fighter season 11, and owner instructor at 10th Planet West Los Angeles, Scott Epstein.www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1000 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu...
Send us a Text Message.Heather Morgan had a vision for her future and she made it happen.On this Takeaway, Thomas and Gary discuss the importance of visualization, and how it can play an important role in achieving your goals. Still, without putting a plan into action it is ultimately fruitless.www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1000 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey.http://www.therolradio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/therolradiohttps://www.facebook.com/therol...
#193 Heather Morgan

#193 Heather Morgan

2024-04-1701:03:31

Send us a Text Message.While still a white belt, Today’s guest knew she was going to make jiu-jitsu her career. So, after a year of training, she moved across the country to train with the best.Heather Morgan joins us to discuss leaving her world behind to train at the world-famous Atos Academy, her belief that she has the power to do whatever she wants, being a role model, visualizing your goals, and a ton more. Here is The RŌL Radio with Andre Galvo black belt, online instructor, and m...
Send us a Text Message.In the world of jiu-jitsu is it appropriate to dismiss the traditions and do your own thing?After a great conversation with Jeff Serafin, Thomas and Gary discuss how doing things your way can help the academy and community grow.www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1000 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey.http://www.therolradio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/therolradiohttps://www.facebook.com/therolradio/https://serafinjiujitsu.com/https://ser...
#192 Jeff Serafin

#192 Jeff Serafin

2024-04-1001:11:58

Send us a Text Message.Today’s guest is carving out a unique niche in jiu-jitsu through his forward-thinking approach to jiu-jitsu culture and community.Jeff Serafin joins us to discuss how he has built his team and community through that approach, why he wants his students to tap him out, why a great instructor should never hold anything back from their students, and what the future holds for Serafin Jiu-Jitsu.Here’s The RŌL Radio with 4-time Fight 2 Win Pro Superfight winner, coach, instruc...
Send us a Text Message.Taking risks and being vulnerable can be scary.On this Takeaway, Thomas and Gary discuss how putting yourself in uncomfortable situations and exposing yourself can lead to growth and progress.www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1000 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey.http://www.therolradio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/therolradiohttps://www.facebook.com/therolradio/https://www.instagram.com/rosierollz/?hl=enahttps://www.rosierollz.com/http...
#191 Rose Miller

#191 Rose Miller

2024-04-0301:07:05

Send us a Text Message.Today’s guest was recently promoted to brown belt, but she didn’t wait until becoming an upper rank before sharing her knowledge to help educate her students and followers.Rose Miller joins us to discuss embracing your journey, jiu-jitsu in the information age, responding to losing, and taking risks.Here is The RŌL Radio with an Andre Galvo brown belt, bjj instructor, nutrition and strength coach, and writer and content creator for some of the biggest organizations in g...
Send us a Text Message.After a big setback, Erika Dawn’s father told her, that no matter what she pursued, life would be hard, so choose your hard.On this Takeaway, Thomas and Gary discuss how life will be hard no matter what we desire, but often we can choose our hard and set ourselves on a path to success and happiness.www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1000 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey.http://www.therolradio.comhttps://www.instagram.com/therolradiohttp...
#190 Erika Dawn

#190 Erika Dawn

2024-03-2701:16:58

Send us a Text Message.Today’s guest is an inspiration not only to her students and followers but to anyone who has had to pick themselves up after a setback and start over.Erika Dawn joins us to discuss her journey from having a dream of becoming a professional dancer, falling short, and taking on a whole new dream of making jiu-jitsu her new profession.Here is The RŌL Radio with Alberto Crane black belt, instructor, and GM at Legacy Jiu Jitsu Burbank, and content creator Erika Dawn.www.rola...
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