ROLL OR DIE

Today, we expand our horizons and talk to Connor Evans, originally from Scotland, and now here with us in Australia, he specializes in freestyle wrestling, and coaches many BJJ peeps around our big brown land.   We dive into his world, and learn heaps in the process.  Take a listen!

On Roll or Die, Episode #61 we talk to the irrepressible Thiago Braga.  You are guaranteed to learn lots about him, as we look at his journey.  We also distinguish some of the secret herbs in the omelet that make up the fantastic Legacy competition track record!  It's the perfect content to soak up if you have a comp planned for the future, or if you want to learn more about the Aus...

Today on Episode #60 of Roll or Die, we speak with Chris Martin.  He had a stroke while in a north-south choke, on the mats.  He now lives his life trying to raise awareness of how to deal with strokes should they arise, across the BJJ community, because timing to treatment is a critical factor.  Join us as we take a look at one of the more serious aspects of life, and find out abou...

When you have a surname like Pain, you gotta be able to back it up right?  Well Karen Pain, a Northern Territory OG and owner of Darwin Jiu Jitsu Academy, backs it up with a double black belt!  One in Judo and one in BJJ!  Achieving those belts is already a roller coaster filled with challenges, however that's not the only adversity she has faced along the way.  Join us as we d...

Check out what Dan Kelly (Owner of Resilience Training Centre) is up to as he joins Kim and Anton from Sydney lock down in Roll or Die Episode #58!  We touch base on so many areas. MMA, Judo, BJJ, Family, Marriage, International Travel and Politics that you'll just have to hear for yourself!

If you haven't heard of Melly Sparkles (Out of Gracie Artarmon), then you must have been living under some sort of rock!!  She puts the "Art" in Martial Arts!  Dive into Episode #57 with Kim and Anton as we find out how this remarkable woman has developed not only her BJJ but also her creative skills at the same time, one literally improving the other!  Enjoy!

Imagine what it's like to be a bringer of BJJ to a whole new country.  To be one of the believers that this would one day be something much bigger, in the face of other arts that are already there and are steeped in tradition. This week on Roll or Die Episode #56, Kim and Anton talk to Eren Anlar, Melbourne black belt. Starting in Turkey, he's also lived in Brasil to further develop his game...

Today on Roll or Die Episode #55, Kim and Anton talk with Troy Skidmore. He has built a successful gym in Sunbury, and shares great knowledge about his journey to this point, and also some of his teaching philosophies.  He's a really down to earth and interesting guy.  You won't want to miss this episode.

On Roll or Die Episode #54, Kim and Anton dive into footage of Sy Nadji's Boa Super 8 series to talk about the intense battle between Thiago Stefanutti and Pasha Stolyar.  They both talk openly and honestly, and we get to see the levels of healthy respect that exists often times between competitors in the combat sports world.  You won't want to miss this one.  Please like, share and...

This week on Roll or Die, Episode #53, Kim and Anton talk to Gerald Batty about reffing, dadding, bouncing, fighting, biting, naming and so much other goodness.  You won't want to miss out on this catch up with yet another OG as we continue to piece together the tapestry of the Australian BJJ and MMA scene.

This week on Roll or Die, Episode #52, Tenacity James Part II is more Bulletproof than ever, as we dive into the world through his lense.  Prepare to be inspired, energised and to learn new stuff as we wind our way through this weeks interview.

We (Kim Cousins and Anton Harrison-Kern) were moved beyond words as we leared much more about David Christopher (DC), and what he had to share this week on Roll or Die Episode #51.  Check it out, and share if you were as touched as we were by this amazing human being.

Today on Roll or Die Episode #33, Kim and Anton talk to the epic @ Michael Ormsby Morrison (Absolute Grappler and all round great guy!). Michael talks about grappling styles, reffing, how he got into the sport and art. Don't miss this awesome episode! #BJJ #bjjlifestyle #bjjgirls #bjjlife #bjj4life #Bjjforlife #bjjkids #bjjgirl #bjjstyle #bjjfamily #bjjproblems #bjjwomen #bjjblackbelt #bjjmotivati...

This week, on Roll or Die Episode #46, Kim Cousins and Anton Harrison-Kern talk Muay Thai events promoter, and also the host of the famous Boa BJJ events Sy Nadji.  Sy speaks authentically about the industry, how he found himself in it, and his connection with it today. Don't miss this awesome episode!

This week on Roll or Die Episode #49, Kim and Anton talk with Jeremy Skinner! Jeremy started BJJ young, and has an aggressive legs game.  A self confessed BJJ nerd, he has a great view of life, BJJ (training and competing) and lots of other stuff too.  Enjoy!

This week, on Roll or Die Episode #48, Kim Cousins and Anton Harrison-Kern talk with Chris Triantopolous.  He's a really down to earth and interesting member of the BJJ community who has been able to capture the works of some of the Australian BJJ Legends, through his MMA Media business and has also made a life carved out of being around BJJ full time! Don't miss this awesome episode!

This week, on Roll or Die Episode #47, Kim Cousins and Anton Harrison-Kern talk to Peter Florenini and Conor Wynn.  Strap yourself in as we twist and turn through the minds of these remarkable human beings. Don't miss this awesome episode!

This week, on Roll or Die Episode #45, Kim Cousins and Anton Harrison-Kern talk to New Zealand dynamo Paula Te Kawa.  She opens up about her travels, opening a gym, the opportunities that the pandemic provided to her, and fears that she has faced along her successful competition career.  Oh and she's a mother of 4!  Don't miss this awesome episode!

This week, on Roll or Die, Kim Cousins and Anton Harrison-Kern talk to proven competitor and coach, Lachlan Giles .  In typical Lachy fashion, his relaxed and open style reveals all sorts of interesting history that you will be better for knowing.  Don't miss this awesome episode!

Today on Roll or Die Episode #43, Kim Cousins and Anton Harrison-Kern talk to arguably the most influential human being in the development of Women's BJJ in Australia and beyond, Jess Fraser .  Jess opens up on the impact of the lock down on life and business as she is en-route to a dojo storm!  She also speaks candidly about timing her contibution to others vs her contribution to hersel...

Today on Roll or Die Episode #42, Kim Cousins and Anton Harrison-Kern talk to Shantelle Thompson - Barkindji Warrior .  A string of world titles, a mother and a major contribution to kids and Indigenous culture.  What a journey she's been on, and she's far from done!  Don't miss this awesome episode!

Today on Roll or Die Episode #41, Kim Cousins and Anton Harrison-Kern talk to @Stephan Friedrich (aka "The Godfather") and Adam Wright.  Among other things, we talk about Masters MMA (oh hang on, there's no such thing!!!)  So we talk about Masters (Like Stephan) who take MMA Fights!   Don't miss this awesome episode, and find out what advice The Godfather dishes out for his nex...

This week on Roll or Die Episode #40, Kim and Anton talk to the hilarious Ian Ampongan.  You will be in stitches as we twist and turn our way through this one. Don't miss this awesome episode!

This week on Roll or Die Episode #39, Kim and Anton talk to Esther Tavares Tutida .  Being Australia’s second female black belt, we explore life in her shoes and she takes us on with grace and down to earth authenticity. Don't miss this awesome episode!

This week on Roll or Die Episode #38, Kim and Anton talk to Matthew 'Jensy' Jens out of Absolute MMA.  Matthew is out to do well by doing good, and shares his experiences to date.  The first 2 years of his training were No Gi, and we dive in to learn from that.  He also shares about his love for coffee and how that’s led to his new business ‘Beans to an End’. There’s some great take...