The ROL Radio - Jiu Jitsu Podcast
Thomas Rozdzynski
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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#223 Mike Mahaffey
The ROL Radio - Jiu Jitsu Podcast
11/20/24 • 82 min
Today’s guest focuses on BJJ for the older grappler and grapplers with physical limitations, having an open mind while training, the myths surrounding black belts, and more.
Here is The RŌL Radio with jiu-jitsu instructor, and creator of Old Bastard BJJ, Mike Mahaffey.
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Episode Highlights:
3:42 Becoming an Old Bastard
10:34 Its Not Who’s Good Its Who’s Left
14:40 Growing Up Nerdy
29:37 Mike’s Early Jiu-Jitsu Experiences
44:14 An Open Minded Approach
49:34 Training Through Limitations
54:51 Finding the Right Coach
57:46 Great Black Belt Story
1:01:28 A Black Belt’s Self-Doubt
1:07:28 Choosing Not to Care
1:12:25 Amanda Bruse’s Question
#219 Dorothy Dao
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10/23/24 • 67 min
Today’s guest joins the show to discuss her journey of self-discovery through jiu-jitsu, the distinction between training hard and rolling hard, the importance of community and mentorship, and more.
Here is The RŌL Radio with an IBJJF NOGI Pan American Champion and an ADCC Thailand Open Champion, Dorothy Dao.
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Episode Highlights:
3:18 Living Without Regret
13:50 Life Takes a 180
29:28 Training Dynamics Big, Little, Men, Women
37:56 Rolling Hard vs Training Hard
48:16 The Academies That Stand Out from the Others
1:03:26 Natan Levy’s Question
"Mastery" - The Takeaway with Dominyka Obelenyte
The ROL Radio - Jiu Jitsu Podcast
04/23/21 • 16 min
What does it mean to master something and what does it take to get there?
After speaking with the 4 time Black Belt World Champion, Thomas and Gary discuss what it means to be a master and what it takes to stay one.
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#45 Dominyka Obelenyte
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04/21/21 • 81 min
At the age of 6 today’s guest moved from Lithuania to the US. To build her confidence, her father enrolled her in Japanese style Jiu Jitsu, TKD, and eventually the sport she fell in love with, BJJ.
As an early teenager, she was considered a BJJ wunderkind and training with legends like JT Torres, Emily Kwok, and Marcelo Garcia. Training with these incredible BJJ practitioners led her to win the woman’s adult blue belt lightweight title at the age of only 14.
By 17 she was a brown belt and at the age of 19, she received her black belt from Marcelo.
Here is RŌL Radio with 5 time World Champion, 4 time Pan American Champion, instructor, artist, and advocate for women’s pay equality in BJJ, Dominyka Obelenyte.
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Episode Highlights:
3:18 Breaking the Rules
15:14 Doing Whatever it Takes
28:01 Taking Stock in Your Life
41:17 The Love-Hate Jiu Jitsu Relationship
1:04:00 Jiu Jitsu and Art
11:11:25 Five Questions
#44 Nick Rahn
The ROL Radio - Jiu Jitsu Podcast
04/14/21 • 110 min
As a twenty-year-old member of the Air Force, today’s guest, was a lead gunner, searching for roadside bombs and IEDs and was responsible for an entire convoy of fellow Air Force Security members.
The experiences he faced in war didn’t seem to affect him until he returned home. Missing the brotherhood, the adrenaline, and a sense of purpose, he like so many Veterans fell into a deep depression.
How he climbed out of this depression after an attempted suicide and created his nonprofit Warrior’s Next Adventure is an incredibly moving and important story.
This is a longer episode than most, but today’s guest has an amazing journey, a compelling one and vital to helping veterans with PTSD.
Here is RŌL Radio with Warrior’s Next Adventure’s President and Founder Nick Rahn.
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Episode 44 Highlights:
4:21 A Lot of Pressure
23:30 A Destructive Path
33:39 The Comfort of Jiu Jitsu
46:37 A Plan to End It All
1:10:13 Excell Your State of Mind
1:41:00 Five Questions
"Risk" - The Takeaway with Vinicius Draculino Magalhaes
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04/09/21 • 19 min
Are you a risk-taker? Do you calculate the risk vs. reward and step outside your comfort zone?
After hearing how Draculino stepped away from a new career as a lawyer to pursue one in Jiu Jitsu, Thomas and Gary discuss how taking risks can change your life for the better.
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#43 Vinicius Draculino Magalhaes
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04/07/21 • 73 min
Vinicius Draculino Magalhaes has been part of the Jiu Jitsu community for so long that he demonstrated the point system for the fans at the first Pan Ams in the United States.
On this episode, Draculino shares amazing stories of his early competition days, growing up and getting in trouble in Brazil, why he gave up a career in Law to pursue Jiu Jitsu, and so much more.
And stick around after the episode to see if you are the third winner of the Fuji Gi Giveaway.
Here is RŌL Radio with 1995, 96, and 98 Pan American Champion, and the first person to open a Gracie Barra Academy outside of Rio, Vinicius Draculino Magalhaes
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Episode 43 Highlights:
4:00 Vision for the Future
20:05 What it Takes to Run a Successful Academy
27:22 Badasses of the Neighborhood
42:10 Training Until the Day You Die
50:50 Tournaments in the Old Days
1:00:00 Five Questions
"Why and How" - The Takeaway with Henry Akins
The ROL Radio - Jiu Jitsu Podcast
04/02/21 • 15 min
Do you know why you move certain ways while executing techniques?
After speaking with Henry Akins, Thomas and Gary discuss the importance of understanding the purposeful movements within a technique and how doing so will greatly improve your
Jiu Jitsu.
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"Performance" - The Takeaway with Emily Kwok
The ROL Radio - Jiu Jitsu Podcast
03/26/21 • 18 min
What does it take for a person to perform at their personal best?
After their conversation with Emily Kwok, Thomas and Gary discuss what it takes to see the big picture, so you can perform at your best both on and off the mats.
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#222 Amanda Bruse
The ROL Radio - Jiu Jitsu Podcast
11/13/24 • 67 min
Today’s guest shares her journey from a Midwest upbringing to becoming a dedicated Jiu Jitsu practitioner at one of the most repected academies in the world, Atos. She discusses her initial fears and challenges in training, the supportive environment at Atos, and the importance of mental health and self-talk in sports. She also reflects on her past struggles and how Jiu Jitsu has provided her with a positive outlet and community.
Here is The RŌL Radio with Andre Galvo black belt, jiu-jitus coach, and a No-Gi Pans Champ, Amanda Bruse.
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Episode Highlights:
3:04 Where I Want to Be
6:58 What Sets Atos Apart
18:33 Intelligent Training
21:43 Finding Support in Jiu-Jitsu
27:23 Psychology On and Off the Mats
42:00 Mom and Dad’s Support
50:16 Learning to Let It Go
1:02:55 Adam Benayoun’s Question
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How many episodes does The ROL Radio - Jiu Jitsu Podcast have?
The ROL Radio - Jiu Jitsu Podcast currently has 424 episodes available.
What topics does The ROL Radio - Jiu Jitsu Podcast cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Bjj, Motivation, Jiu Jitsu, Martial Arts, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Podcasts, Inspiration, Sports and Life.
What is the most popular episode on The ROL Radio - Jiu Jitsu Podcast?
The episode title '#203 Nathan Orchard' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The ROL Radio - Jiu Jitsu Podcast?
The average episode length on The ROL Radio - Jiu Jitsu Podcast is 48 minutes.
How often are episodes of The ROL Radio - Jiu Jitsu Podcast released?
Episodes of The ROL Radio - Jiu Jitsu Podcast are typically released every 5 days.
When was the first episode of The ROL Radio - Jiu Jitsu Podcast?
The first episode of The ROL Radio - Jiu Jitsu Podcast was released on May 31, 2020.
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