The ROL Radio - Hosted by Thomas Rozdzynski
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.
The ROL Radio - Hosted by Thomas Rozdzynski
#295 Christopher Powell
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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
