The ROL Radio - Hosted by Thomas Rozdzynski

Thomas Rozdzynski
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The RŌL Radio Show is hosted by Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Thomas Rozdzynski of RŌL Academy. The podcast offers a compelling look into the untold stories from the worlds of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Mixed Martial Arts, and beyond, bringing listeners a thoughtful and authentic perspective on both martial arts and life. RŌL Radio goes far beyond techniques and competition results. It shines a spotlight on the personal journeys, challenges, and triumphs of individuals deeply connected to the art. Through meaningful and in-depth conversations, the show explores the human side of Jiu-Jitsu—revealing the lessons, struggles, and transformations that often happen off the mat. Featuring a diverse range of guests, from seasoned practitioners to rising voices in the community, RŌL Radio uncovers stories that are rarely told. Each episode delivers a powerful narrative experience, offering listeners a deeper appreciation for the people, principles, and purpose that make Jiu Jitsu such a profound and life-changing discipline.

  1. Stephan Kesting #213 Re-release

    2d ago

    Stephan Kesting #213 Re-release

    Send us Fan Mail This week we are re-releasing another one of our favorite episodes. So, please enjoy episode #213 Stephan Kesting and you will hear why we enjoy it so much. Today’s guest join us to discuss how online education has revolutionized learning, how cultural influences impact fighting styles, and his hourglass theory of jiu-jitsu. Here is The RŌL Radio with the operator of Grapplearts.com, host of The Strenuous Life BJJ Podcast, and the author of The Roadmap for BJJ, Stephan Kesting. www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1600 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey. FREE Access to ROL TV - https://rolacademy.tv/yt/269-the-rol-radio http://www.therolradio.com https://www.instagram.com/therolradio https://www.facebook.com/therolradio/ https://www.grapplearts.com/ https://www.grapplearts.com/tag/podcasts/ https://www.grapplearts.com/the-free-roadmap-for-bjj-app/ https://www.grapplearts.com/grapplearts-bjj-master-app/ Episode Highlights: 3:10 Dissemination of Information 14:04 Revolutionizing How to Teach 17:01 Giving Mom an Ultimatum 21:00 Techniques, Training, and Tools, Make a Difference 29:15 Training for Rule Sets 36:06 Culture Changes Fighting 46:06 The Hourglass Concept 53:32 Evolution of Instruction 1:01:53 Celeste Cronin’s Question Support the show

    1h 11m
  2. Rob Biernacki #226 Re-release

    Jun 24

    Rob Biernacki #226 Re-release

    Send us Fan Mail 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. www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1300 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey. FREE Access to ROL TV - https://rolacademy.tv/yt/269-the-rol-radio http://www.therolradio.com https://www.instagram.com/therolradio https://www.facebook.com/therolradio/ https://bjjconcepts.net/ https://islandtopteam.com/ https://www.instagram.com/islandtopteam/?hl=en 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 Support the show

    1h 24m
  3. #299 Jay Valko

    Jun 17

    #299 Jay Valko

    Send us Fan Mail 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. www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1600 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey. FREE Access to ROL TV - https://rolacademy.tv/yt/269-the-rol-radio http://www.therolradio.com https://www.instagram.com/therolradio https://www.facebook.com/therolradio/ https://valkobjj.com/ https://valkobjj.com/valko-studio-1 https://www.instagram.com/valkobjj/ 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 Support the show

    1h 18m
  4. #298 Shannon White

    Jun 10

    #298 Shannon White

    Send us Fan Mail 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. www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1600 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey. FREE Access to ROL TV - https://rolacademy.tv/yt/269-the-rol-radio http://www.therolradio.com https://www.instagram.com/therolradio https://www.facebook.com/therolradio/ https://trueartjiujitsu.com/? https://www.instagram.com/trueartbjj/ https://www.instagram.com/thesavagebjj/ 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 Support the show

    1h 31m
  5. #297 Chad Lyman

    Jun 3

    #297 Chad Lyman

    Send us Fan Mail 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. www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1600 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey. FREE Access to ROL TV - https://rolacademy.tv/yt/269-the-rol-radio http://www.therolradio.com https://www.instagram.com/therolradio https://www.facebook.com/therolradio/ https://c4cpjj.com/? https://www.instagram.com/c4c_operator/ https://www.instagram.com/c4cpjj/ https://www.xcmma.com/ 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 Support the show

    1h 27m
  6. #296 Almiro Barros

    May 27

    #296 Almiro Barros

    Send us Fan Mail 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. www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1600 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey. FREE Access to ROL TV - https://rolacademy.tv/yt/269-the-rol-radio http://www.therolradio.com https://www.instagram.com/therolradio https://www.facebook.com/therolradio/ https://sjjarobina.com.au/? https://www.instagram.com/sjjarobina/ https://www.instagram.com/almirobarros/ 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 Support the show

    1h 4m
  7. #295 Christopher Powell

    May 20

    #295 Christopher Powell

    Send us Fan Mail 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. www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1600 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey. FREE Access to ROL TV - https://rolacademy.tv/yt/269-the-rol-radio http://www.therolradio.com https://www.instagram.com/therolradio https://www.facebook.com/therolradio/ https://www.hurricanebjj.com/ https://www.instagram.com/the_generalbjj/ 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 Support the show

    1h 17m
  8. #294 Tony Mathers

    May 13

    #294 Tony Mathers

    Send us Fan Mail 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. www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 1600 videos for your Jiu-Jitsu journey. FREE Access to ROL TV - https://rolacademy.tv/yt/269-the-rol-radio http://www.therolradio.com https://www.instagram.com/therolradio https://www.facebook.com/therolradio/ https://www.instagram.com/grapplerpedia/ https://www.youtube.com/@gp_main https://eternalwarriorbjj.com/about-us/ 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 Support the show

    1h 41m
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The RŌL Radio Show is hosted by Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Thomas Rozdzynski of RŌL Academy. The podcast offers a compelling look into the untold stories from the worlds of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Mixed Martial Arts, and beyond, bringing listeners a thoughtful and authentic perspective on both martial arts and life. RŌL Radio goes far beyond techniques and competition results. It shines a spotlight on the personal journeys, challenges, and triumphs of individuals deeply connected to the art. Through meaningful and in-depth conversations, the show explores the human side of Jiu-Jitsu—revealing the lessons, struggles, and transformations that often happen off the mat. Featuring a diverse range of guests, from seasoned practitioners to rising voices in the community, RŌL Radio uncovers stories that are rarely told. Each episode delivers a powerful narrative experience, offering listeners a deeper appreciation for the people, principles, and purpose that make Jiu Jitsu such a profound and life-changing discipline.

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