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This week we are re-releasing another one of our favorite episodes. So, please enjoy episode #226 Rob Biernacki and you will hear why we enjoy it so much.

Today’s guest takes a deep dive into conceptual learning in BJJ, his standards for promoting students, how studying psychology has influenced his jiu-jitsu and the impact ones upbringing has on their resilience.

Here is The RŌL Radio with the creator of BJJConcepts.net, and head instructor at Island Top Team in Nanaimo British Columbia, Rob Biernacki.

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Episode Highlights:
4:12 Hero Worship in Jiu-Jitsu
11:29 Slacktivism
17:13 Why Jiu-Jitsu
22:51 The Conceptual Approach
31:50 Compensating for Limitations
42:00 Teaching Jiu-jitsu and Teaching People How to Learn Jiu-Jitsu
59:59 Meritocracy
1:13:51 Stephen Whittier’s Question

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In this conversation, Thomas’ guest reflects on his 26-year journey in Jiu-Jitsu, discussing the evolution of the sport, the complexities of instructor-student relationships, and the impact he has had on his students. He shares insights on the balance between teaching and competing, the role of competition in personal growth, and the future of Jiu-Jitsu as it continues to evolve. He also reflects on the changing dynamics of starting a Jiu-Jitsu academy, the personal journey that led to a career in martial arts, and his philosophy behind training and competition.

Here is The RŌL Radio with a 4th degree black belt who has been training since 1999, and the owner/head instructor at Valko BJJ in Chicago Illinois, Jay Valko.

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Episode Highlights:

3:00 A Chicago BJJ Pioneer

6:00 Instructor and Student Relationships

13:56 Ups and Downs of Academy Growth

22:57 The Role of Competition in Jiu-Jitsu

31:28 How Long Can We Go On

34:14 Jay’s Journey

38:48 How Jiu-Jitsu Changed the Martial Arts Landscape

45:55 Drama In Jiu-Jitsu

52:38 What Motivates Jay

1:05:40 Training with Carlson Senior

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In this engaging conversation, Thomas’ guest shares his journey from education to becoming a jujitsu instructor, emphasizing the importance of mindset, effort, and self-awareness in mastering martial arts and life. He also shares insights on teaching, learning, competition, and personal growth, as well as his journey through the challenges of learning jujitsu, the importance of humility, and the mindset needed for continuous improvement in martial arts and life.

Here is The RŌL Radio with a man with 30+ years of grappling experience, a 2nd Degree BJJ Black Belt, and Owner/Head Coach at True Art BJJ in Ohio, Shannon White.

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Episode Highlights:

2:48 Getting to Do What I Love

6:37 From Traditional Teaching to Teaching Jiu-Jitsu

17:20 Understanding How People Learn

27:39 Commitment In Jiu-Jitsu

47:41 Being Humbled

52:38 Mindset Shift Learning from Losing

1:02:43 Expectations and Sacrifice In the Jiu-Jitsu Journey

1:21:17 Being Honest About Your Jiu-Jitsu

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In this conversation, Thomas’ guest shares insights into his busy life as a police officer, coach, and family man. He emphasizes the importance of preparedness in law enforcement, the necessity of ongoing training, and the value of consistency in achieving success. He also introduces his formula for success, and discusses the 'Rule of Threes' in training.  He also shares his personal journey into martial arts and how it has shaped his approach to law enforcement. Here is The RŌL Radio with a Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department officer with almost 30 years on the force, a 3rd degree Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt, a coach at Xtreme Couture MMA and the Founder/Owner of C4C Police Jiu Jitsu, Chad Lyman.

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Episode Highlights:

2:17 Go Go Go All the Time

10:18 Truly Being Prepared for Law Enforcement

16:29 A Formula for Success C over T = R

26:33 Commitment and Consistency

44:44 Why Chad Chose Jiu-Jitsu

55:57 The Importance of Effective Training and Techniques In Law Enforcement

1:09:24 The Essential Skillset for Police Officers

1:14:48 Control In Training

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In this conversation, Thomas’s guest shares his journey from Brazil to Australia, discussing his early experiences in martial arts, the transition from Judo to Jiu Jitsu, and the importance of instilling discipline in children through martial arts. He reflects on the evolution of Jiu Jitsu, the challenges of teaching, and the future of the sport as it grows in popularity. He also emphasizes the need for quality instructors and the importance of maintaining the traditional values of martial arts while adapting to modern practices.

Here is The RŌL Radio with a 4th degree black belt, the head coach at Sharp Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Australia, and new academy owner, Almiro Barros.

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Episode Highlights:

3:06 Choosing Australia

6:24 From Judo to Jiu-Jitsu and Important Traditions

16:00 Overcoming Negative Misconceptions

23:17 Embracing a New Culture In Singapore

32:11 The Challenges and Opportunities of Teaching Kids

49:03 Should Everyone Compete

53:11 Developing Future Leaders

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In this conversation, Thomas’s guest shares his journey through Jiu-Jitsu, discussing the evolution of training styles, the significance of community, and the balance between tradition and innovation in martial arts. The discussion touches on the challenges of parental involvement in youth sports and the need for a supportive environment that fosters growth and enjoyment. It also touches on the complexities of competition, the pain of losing, and the growth that comes from it, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a healthy ego, the role of playfulness in learning Jiu-Jitsu.

Here is The RŌL Radio with the man known as the General in the Coachella Valley Jiu-Jitsu community, and a NOGI instructor at Hurricane Jiu-Jitsu in Palm Springs, California, Christopher Powell.

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Episode Highlights:

2:23 Old School Nicknames

6:39 Old School, New School, and Tradition

16:08 Christopher Starts Jiu-Jiitsu

20:03 The Challenge of Retention

25:48 Guiding and Motivating Students

34:53 Parents Coaching 

38:34 Personal Growth Through Losing

49:51 The Role of Videos in Learning Jiu-Jitsu

54:48 Power Dynamics and Misconduct

1:02:06 The Complexity of Technique and Ranks

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In this conversation, Thomas’s guest discusses his journey through midlife, the challenges of running multiple businesses, and the underestimation of professional jiu-jitsu. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the 'why' behind techniques, and the complexities of learning Jiu Jitsu based on several variables. Additionally, today’s guest introduces his project, Grapplerpedia, aimed at creating a comprehensive encyclopedia for Jiu Jitsu, emphasizing the need for organized information in the community.

Here is The RŌL Radio with a US Navy veteran, a father of four , and a 3rd degree black belt, Tony Mathers.

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Episode Highlights:

2:20 Midlife Crisis and Navigating Business

6:32 The Importance of Why

14:23 Jiu-Jitsu and Judo’s Structure and Evolution

20:28 The Problem with Jiu-Jitsu

33:00 The Next Generation and Accountability

42:57 Tony’s Journey

55:22 Whole Ass It

57:41 Self-Analysis In Growth

1:06:36 Asking the Right Questions

1:12:47 Situational Training for Skill Development

1:18:50 Gender Roles In Jiu-Jitsu

1:32:26 Grapplerpedia

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In this engaging conversation, Thomas and his guest explore the profound impact of friendship and mentorship in martial arts. His guest shares his journey from being a striker to embracing the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, highlighting the importance of kindness, humility, and personal growth. He also shares his journey through martial arts, and the motivations that drove him to overcome fear and prove himself. 

Here is The RŌL Radio with a 3rd degree black belt in Shidokan bare knuckle karate, a Judo brown belt, and a 2nd degree black belt in BJJ, Professor Erik Butler.

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Episode Highlights:

2:31 You Can Lead a Horse to Water. Erik’s Role In Thomas’s Jiu-Jitsu

4:50 Do Things Happen for a Reason

10:48 Having Something to Prove

15:27 Moving from a Fighter to a Martial Artist

32:58 Being Bullied and Overcoming Fear

42:29 The Impact of Helping Others

48:04 Ego and Self-perception

53:04 Reflections and Growth

1:02:29 Generational Gaps

1:12:51 What Makes a Martial Artist

1:16:03 The Gifts of Different Martial Arts

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In this conversation, Thomas and his guest explore the evolution of Jiu-Jitsu, the impact of social media on training, and the importance of community and professionalism in martial arts. They discuss the complexities of learning Jiu-Jitsu, emphasizing the importance of understanding the art versus the sport.  His guest also shares personal anecdotes about support from his wife and the impact it has had on his journey. He also looks ahead to the future of his teaching career and the legacy he hopes to leave behind.

Here is The RŌL Radio with a lifelong martial artist, an instructor at the Jean Jacques Machado Academy and a 5th degree black belt, Jay Zeballos. 

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Episode Highlights:

2:14 The Passage of Time

5:13 The Evolution of Martial Arts and Social Media

14:03 The Essence of a Martial Artist VS Athletes

15:46 A Professional Approach

20:39 The Importance of Community

24:41 Reflecting on Life and Mortality

37:11 Helping Students Navigate Their Journey

42:46 Jiu-Jitsu is for Anybody But Not for Everybody

52:03 Training Close to the Source

1:02:38 The Importance Helping Others

1:04:59 The Impact of Support

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In this conversation, Thomas’ guest shares his journey from Brazil to the United States, detailing his experiences in Jiu Jitsu and the challenges he faced along the way. He discusses the therapeutic nature of Jiu Jitsu, the importance of mentorship, and the evolution of the sport in America. He also emphasizes the significance of trust in training, the commitment required to excel in Jiu Jitsu, and the rewarding experience of paying it forward to others. The conversation emphasizes the significance of dedication, the joy of learning, and the value of human connections in the martial arts world.

Here is The RŌL Radio with a 6th degree under Romero Cavalcanti, the founder of Paragon BJJ academy, and along with his wife Erika Krempel, the father of three beautiful kids, Ricardo Miller.

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Episode Highlights:

2:20 Good Days Bad Days

4:39 Ricardo’s BJJ Beginnings

10:10 Catching the Jiu-Jitsu Bug

12:51 Mentors and Paying It Forward

19:40 The Challenges of Moving to the US

26:09 Opening Paragon

30:12 The Future of Jiu-Jitsu

33:35 Ricardo’s Black Belt Journey

39:56 Training Hobbyists and Professionals 

42:44 Managing the Complexity of Jiu-Jitsu

49:29 Ricardo’s Plans for the Future

54:54 Finding Fulfillment

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