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In this conversation, Thomas’s guest shares her journey from being a nurse to owning a Jiu Jitsu gym. She discusses the challenges of balancing a demanding full-time job with running a gym, the misconceptions about the ease of opening a gym, and the importance of building a community. She also emphasizes the need for continuous learning and adaptation in teaching, the unique experiences of women in Jiu Jitsu, and the impact of leadership and vulnerability in the martial arts space.

Here is The RŌL Radio with a 3x NOGI world champion, a registered nurse, and the owner of New Asgard Martial Arts, Cathryn Discianni.

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Episode Highlights:

2:21 16 Hour Days Every Day

7:30 Hitting Your Targeting Audience and Building a Culture

15:14 Cathryn’ Vision for the Gym

21:26 Wanting to Be Better

26:14 Women’s Training and Gender Dynamics

33:54 Cathryn’s Start in Jiu-Jitsu

40:05 Empowerment Through Jiu-Jitsu

50:22 Moments of Doubt and Resilience

59:22 Building a New Home

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On this episode, Thomas’ guest reflects on the journey of Tap Cancer Out, discussing the impact of their work in the community, the challenges faced in building a nonprofit organization, and the importance of perseverance and grit in leadership. He emphasizes the significance of feedback from the community, the role of volunteers, and the need for efficiency in tournament organization. 

Tap Cancer Out is currently on its fall tour and as of this release has stops in Austin, Chicago, Pittsburg, Philadelphia, Detroit, and Massachusetts, culminating with Global Grappling Day on December 13th.

Here is The RŌL Radio with the founder, executive director, and board president of Tap Cancer Out, Jon Thomas.

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Episode Highlights:

3:11 Striving to Change the World

6:36 The Challenges of Building a Non-Profit

22:48 Future Aspirations and Growth

41:45 The Importance of Professional Referees

48:35 Building a Cohesive Team

1:00:08 Learning from Feedback

1:08:37 Meeting Everyone’s Expectations

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On this conversation, Thomas’ guest shares her journey to recently achieving her black belt, reflecting on the emotional weight of the rank, the perception and responsibility that comes with it, and the importance of consistency and mastery in her practice. She discusses the role of her environment in shaping her experience, the significance of teaching and giving back, and her aspirations for the future as an instructor. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the value of perseverance, personal growth, and the unique challenges faced by women in a male-dominated sport.

Here is The RŌL Radio with a Pans medalist, Grapplers Lab coach, and a new Atos black belt, Rose Miller.

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On this episode, Thomas’ guest shares his journey from a traditional martial arts background to running a successful Jiu-Jitsu academy. He emphasizes the importance of decision-making, calmness, and logic in martial arts, as well as the differences between teaching and practicing. He discusses the significance of creating a positive culture within an academy, the role of leadership, and the evolution of Jiu-Jitsu as a community. He also highlights the challenges of being an instructor and the need for professionalism in the industry.

Here is The RŌL Radio with the founder and owner of The Grounds MMA Academy in Bonita Springs, FL. member of Carlson Gracie Team, and Roufusport Kickboxing Association, Joshua Frye.

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Episode Highlights:

3:34 Making Smart Decisions

9:17 Forming Relationships Through Jiu-Jitsu

13:30 The Recipie for Success

23:55 Fail Fast

31:03 Joshua’s Journey

38:08 Joshua’s Insane Purple Belt Test

43:21 Different Methods of Teaching

50:27 Can Anyone Teach

55:09 The Ups and Downs of Academy Ownership

1:01:52 Future Aspirations and Growth

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On this episode, Thomas’ guest discusses the importance of taking personal responsibility for one's life and experiences. He emphasizes that individuals are creators of their own experiences and must confront their own truths to achieve personal growth. He also reflects on the impact of his father's influence in his life and the journey of promoting his dad to black belt. He emphasizes the importance of kindness, vulnerability, and creating a legacy through his initiative, Forge of Unity, aimed at suicide awareness and prevention.

Here is The RŌL Radio with a Former Navy Diver, Owner of Katharo Training Center in Littleton Colorado, and Founder and co-owner of Forge of Unity, Steve Hordinski.

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2:47 You Create Your Own Experience

7:51 Confronting the Ugly Side

15:22 Expectations VS Commitment

19:05 Encouraging Others Authenticity

23:48 Taking Ownership

33:40 Confidence and Competence

41:09 Something to Prove

49:02 Developing Self-Confidence

56:18 Bringing Family on the Jiu-Jitsu Journey

1:03:19 Fear VS Being Scared

1:06:36 Forge of Unity

1:10:30 Striking Out On My Own

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In this engaging conversation, Thomas’ guest shares his journey through the world of Jiu-Jitsu, discussing his love for coffee, the pride he takes in his accomplishments, and the challenges he has faced along the way. He reflects on his training experiences with Eddie Bravo and the 10th Planet system, the dynamics of grappling with different body types, and the importance of mental health in combat sports. Chris also opens up about a life-changing car accident and how it impacted his training and mindset.

Here is The RŌL Radio with an EBI 24 semi-finalist, an Eddie Bravo black belt, and the owner of Bolo Sport Jiu-Jitsu, Chris Crawford.

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Episode Highlights:

2:22 Bonding Over Coffee

6:29 Training at 10thP HQ

9:29 Staying Motivated While Away from Home

14:25 Does Size Matter

17:52 Meathead Mentality

23:58 Chris’ Gets His BJJ Start

27:06 The 10thP Experience

32:34 Passion Inside and Outside of Martial Arts

37:16 Life Changing Events

48:21 Competition and Personal Growth

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In this conversation, Thomas’ guest shares his insights on the mindset required for success in Jiu Jitsu, the importance of separating competition from personal relationships, and the ongoing journey of a martial artist. He discusses the challenges of injuries, the evolution of Jiu Jitsu, and the significance of performance over results,  emphasizing the need for resilience, a supportive environment, and the continuous learning that comes with being a martial artist. 

Here is The RŌL Radio with an IBJJF American national gi and nogi champion, IBJJF world nogi bronze and IBJJF Pan Am bronze winner, a fighter out of Action & Reaction mma In Toronto Canada and representing team Cicero Costha, Kyle Sleeman.

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Episode Highlights:

4:38 The Competition Mindset

13:54 The Phycology of Winning and Losing

25:28 I Am A Martial Artist

33:40 Surrounded By Martial Artists

42:49 Injuries and Identity

55:10 Learning How to Learn

59:18 Competing as We Age

1:03:38 Who IS Jiu-Jitsu For

1:09:26 Getting Ready for the Worlds

1:1609 Win or Lose Just Go Have Fun

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In this conversation, Thomas’ guest shares his journey through Jiu-Jitsu, discussing the importance of sleep, recovery, and fitness in maintaining performance. He emphasizes the mental aspects of Jiu-Jitsu, the complexity of the art, and the significance of community. He also reflects on his experiences with hunting as a way to connect with nature and find mindfulness. 

Here is The RŌL Radio with a former top 10 in the world at 135 lbs nogi, the first home-grown black belt out of 10p San Diego under Richie Martinez, and owner of the new 10th Planet gym in Bastrop, Texas, Gabe Tuttle.

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Epissode Highlights:

2:16 Coffee and Jiu-Jitsu

4:45 Rest, Recovery, and Strength Training

11:22 Jiu-Jitsu Nerds

13:06 The Complexity of Jiu-Jitsu

23:46 Gabe’s Journey

35:39 Finding Mindfulness

47:46 Texas’ BJJ Scene

54:20 The Skillset to Run an Academy and Build a Community

1:01:59 Maturing in Jiu-Jitsu Training

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In this engaging conversation, Thomas’ guest shares his journey through the world of Jiu-Jitsu, reflecting on his early days, the evolution of the sport, and the importance of confidence in training. He discusses his most memorable matches, the underdog mentality, and the significance of safety in training. He also delves into his philosophy on teaching, the impact of social media, and his aspirations for the future, including guiding his son in the sport. The conversation concludes with a light-hearted story about how he earned his nickname, "The Grill."

Here is The RŌL Radio with a man who has a dozen instructionals on BJJ Fanatics, the one and only Bill “The Grill” Cooper.

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Episode Highlights:

2:28 Revisiting the Old Days

7:21 Bill’s Path

11:10 Always Searching for the Submission

16:33 The Underdog Mentality

21:14 Bill’s Memorable Matches

27:11 Why Bill Started

33:46 Crazy Training and Competition Days

40:19 Training Safely

45:54 At the Worlds with Legends

48:21 Why Bill Still Does It

51:18 Information Overload

58:49 Becoming The Grill

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In this conversation, Thomas’ guest shares his extensive journey through martial arts, highlighting the importance of travel, grit, and community in shaping his experiences in Judo and Jiu-Jitsu. He discusses the evolution of training methods, the significance of identity transformation, and the role of environment in achieving success. He also reflects on the business aspects of Jiu-Jitsu and how they can impact the culture within academies, emphasizing the need for supportive environments that foster growth and retention among students.

Here is The RŌL Radio with the  Cofounder of Legion AJJ, a judge at the Craig Jones Invitational, and author of the book Modern Submission Grappling, Miha Perhavec.

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Episode Highlights:

3:06 Widening Your Perspective Through Travel

10:17 Miha’s Early Martial Arts Journey

15:55 Nature or Nature and Grit

26:10 Cultural Training Approaches

36:12 Miha’s Martial Arts Journey Continues

49:26 The Evolution of Jiu-Jitsu in Europe

53:10 Balancing Business and Community

1:01:04 Life Choices Create Identity

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