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In this episode, Thomas’ guest shares his inspiring journey from wrestling to becoming a martial arts instructor in Thailand, highlighting the importance of resilience, passion, and living life on your own terms. They also discuss their passion for instructing and the differences and challenges between teaching kids and adults. Today’s guest also his dream of teaching and living in Thailand and how it became a reality.
Here is The RŌL Radio with a brown belt under the Mendes Brothers, a black belt under Team Oliveira, a 2025 ADCC Thailand Champ, and head coach at Southside MMA Thailand, Denny Sisti.
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Episode Highlights:
2:13 Living and Working in Paradise
6:16 Denny’s Martial Arts Journey
10:03 Transitioning from Wrestling to Jiu-Jitsu
14:58 The Dynamics of Teaching Kids and Adults
26:18 Choosing Jiu-Jitsu Over Everything Else
43:23 Building Resilience on the Mats
56:40 Striving to Live the Dream
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In this conversation, Thomas and his guest explore the journey of martial arts, emphasizing the importance of simplification, embracing failure, and the role of coaches in student development. His guest also shares his profound journey through martial arts, emphasizing the passion that drives him and the identity he has formed through his practice. He also highlights the lessons of discipline, resilience, and consistency that martial arts instills, and reflects on how these principles apply to life beyond the mats.
Here is The RŌL Radio with a black belt in judo and bjj, the oowner and head instructor at Kogaion Academy in Arlington Virginia, and the coach of elite athlete Beatrice Jin, Victor Ciocoiu.
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Episode Highlights:
2:30 Finding the Simple Solution
5:14 Embracing Failure
12:42 The Instructor and Students Roles in the Journey
19:21 How Age Impacts Learning and Training
31:38 Victor’s Journey
42:07 Building an Identity Through Martial Arts
51:18 Exploration and Self-Discovery
57:59 Martial Arts Biggest Lesson
1:02:19 Mental Resilience in Martial Arts
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In this conversation, Thomas’ guest delves into his extensive journey in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, starting from his early days in martial arts to his transformative experiences training with the Machado brothers. He shares his insights on the culture of Jiu-Jitsu, the importance of mentorship, and the legacy of the pioneers in the sport. He reflects on how learning has evolved with technology and emphasizes the motivations individuals have for practicing Jiu-Jitsu. He also shares his journey through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, reflecting on the unexpected nature of receiving his black belt and the feelings of imposter syndrome that accompanied it. 
Here is The RŌL Radio with the creator of the B 12 Curriculum, a 5th degree black belt under Rigan Machado, David Meyer, and John Will, and the owner/head instructor of Northwest Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Seattle Washington, Brian Johnson.
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Episode Highlights:
4:02 Brian’s Early Jiu-Jitsu Experiences
13:00 Eye Opening Experiences with the Machados
36:56 The Importance of Being In Charge of Your Own Learning
47:36 How Brian Learns
56:15 Understanding Other’s Motivations
59:19 Brian’s Black Belt Experience
1:08:38 Feeling an Obligation to Our Instructors
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In this engaging conversation, Thomas and his guest explore the intricate relationship between coaching and individual needs in Jiu-Jitsu. They emphasize the importance of understanding each student's unique journey and how effective coaching goes beyond just technique. They discuss the challenges faced in martial arts and life, the necessity of overcoming adversity, and how doubt can fuel success.
Here is The RŌL Radio with a former elementary school teacher, the headcoach and owner at Energia Martial Arts, YouTuber at Energia Martial Arts, capoeira instructor and first ever Dutch on bjj fanatics, Tum Energia.
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Episode Highlights:
3:30 Coaching the Individual
12:10 Finding Passion in Unexpected Places
19:07 The Allure of Challenges
26:31 Tough Experiences and Building Resilience
44:05 Guiding Others
55:21 Training the Gray Areas
1:00:56 Overcomplicating Jiu-Jitsu
1:04:52 Embracing Loss
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In this conversation, Thomas’ guest discusses the realities of teaching Jiu-Jitsu, emphasizing the challenges and demands that come with the role. He shares his journey from being a hobbyist to becoming an instructor at a prestigious academy, highlighting the importance of consistency and commitment in training. The discussion also touches on the unique accessibility of Jiu-Jitsu compared to other sports, the significance of belts as milestones, and the differences between gi and nogi training. 
Here is The RŌL Radio with a black belt under Bernardo Faria and Marcus Tinoco, an instructor at Bernardo Faria Academy, and the man with the best dad jokes, Jared Welman.
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Episode Highlights:
2:34 Becoming a Jiu-Jitsu Instructor
8:03 The Accessability of Jiu-Jitsu
12:23 The Importance of Consistency
17:17 Progression in Jiu-Jitsu
26:14 Rules of Engagement Dictate the Enviornment
34:47 The Importance of Control
45:08 Jared’s Journey
57:47 Jiu-Jiitsu for People Over 40
1:04:09 Onboarding the New Student
1:10:42 The Jiu-Jitsu Evolution
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