ROLL OR DIE

Joshua Pecastaing is the head coach at 10th Planet South Melbourne. We chat about the 10th Planet System, running an academy, cross training and much, much more. This is a great episode, be sure to check it out. https://youtu.be/lU3Cgh0f__o https://www.facebook.com/rollordiepodcast https://open.spotify.com/show/2BHJ2tB4H5GLB8IImRFcXq @10thplanetsouthmelbourne #jiujitsuwomen #bjj #brazilianjiujitsu...

Introduced to us while selling Gi’s to the show’s very own Theo Potgieter, we discussed Dom’s views on the reasons for his thriving kids classes. We also cover off on staffies, how to have a slow divorce, gi and no gi, and the adelaide scene. Tune in for more https://youtu.be/TMNghYgGLcU https://www.facebook.com/rollordiepodcast https://open.spotify.com/show/2BHJ2tB4H5GLB8IImRFcXq @dom_liddle #jiu...

Back for a second appearance on the show, Lincoln Hancock, discusses how he juggles being one of the most active competitors on the Australian circuit, while simultaneously being head coach at Dominance Thomastown, one of the biggest jiu jitsu academies in Melbourne. We discussed injuries, recoveries, preparation for comp and much more. Do not miss this episode! https://fb.watch/mpe82qNBML/ https:...

In this episode of Roll Or Die, Thomas Ruderman opens up about his various training related injuries, his journey with tattoos, and his discovery of this amazing art we call BJJ. Lets dive in! https://fb.watch/mhCAijI7H6/ https://youtu.be/J1cKiFe-HDk https://www.facebook.com/rollordiepodcast https://open.spotify.com/show/2BHJ2tB4H5GLB8IImRFcXq #jiujitsuwomen #bjj #brazilianjiujitsu #bjjgirls #bjjf...

Eli Golub has written a book about how to flourish in Jiu Jitsu as an older practitioner. In this episode we discuss how the “more mature” of us can stay on the mats for longer. Buy his book here: https://www.amazon.com/.../kindle-redemption/B0C32NTGRJ... Join his FB Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/916869392967916 https://fb.watch/m6__PLoUOv/ https://youtu.be/ipELmxCZbEY https://www.fa...

Journ Tang (Malaysia’s 25th Blackbelt) is a black belt under Lachlan Giles, now living in Malaysia. We discuss the growing BJJ scene in Malaysia, what being a black belt means and how teaching Jiu Jitsu has expanded his knowledge and understanding of the art. https://fb.watch/l_6PDLfmQe/ https://youtu.be/ipELmxCZbEY https://www.facebook.com/rollordiepodcast https://open.spotify.com/show/2BHJ2tB4H5...

RoD Episode #173 - Paulo Guimaraes The first Brazilian born black belt to immigrate to Australia, Paulo Guimaraes received his black belt in 1998 and has been practicing Jiu Jitsu for over 40 years. He may be the most highly ranked Jiujiteiro we have had on the show. Paulo has an energy that belies his age. Do not miss this episode! https://fb.watch/lQFoAGuyc-/ https://youtu.be/ipELmxCZbEY https:/...

Fiona Muxlow is a name that is synonymous with tenacity and hard work. Representing Australia at ADCC twice, winning a world championship and facing Cris Cyborg are among her claims to fame. She shares many interesting stories about her time on the jiu jitsu mats and the MMA cage. We are slowly making our way through meeting all the female BJJ black belts in Australia and were thrilled to chat wit...

Kai is an up-and-coming competitor with a nomadic lifestyle, (having already lived in multiple countries in his 22 years of life so far). Kai has won a silver at the 2022 No Gi World Championships, bronze at last year’s ADCC trials, and has defeated several black belts in the process. Kai shares insights into his jiu jitsu lifestyle, what its like to have his Dad as his coach and what makes this t...

Graeme Johnstone is the man behind the Kapai Puku brand, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt for over a decade, a father of two and possibly the most energetic and enigmatic guest we’ve had on the Roll or Die podcast. Take a listen to his story and be inspired by his energy. Enjoy 🙂 https://fb.watch/lp7sW3vvIT/ https://youtu.be/gkT9yg4s6fg https://www.facebook.com/rollordiepodcast https://open.spoti...

One of the highest ranked athletes we have hosted on Roll or Die and one of the most recognisable names in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Australia, we talk with Carlos “Portuguese” Viera about his roots, where he thinks the future of Jiu Jitsu is headed and how the BJJ landscape has changed in the 20+ years since he obtained his black belt rank. Enjoy! https://fb.watch/lfpA9XamBy/ https://youtu.be/01aGOu...

One of the most inspiring Roll or Die episodes ever. KP Kadek is a 100% blind blue belt athlete who trains at Absolute MMA. Mikael T Yahaya is his coach who has mentored him since the beginning of his journey. We chat with them both from San Diego as KP prepares to head to LA to compete at Long Beach at the 2023 IBJJF World Championships. Having lost his sight in two separate incidents, KP shares...

Kemal Akagündüz is the new head coach of the CBD location of Absolute MMA and comes to us from Turkey by way of Shanghai, China. He shares his unique journey, which is primarily self taught and led him to obtaining his black belt in eight years by Lachlan Giles. Kemal insightfully shares his views on training and the importance of being a good learner in order to accelerate your progress on the ma...

Mantra Schultz is a guest unlike any other we have had on the Roll or Die podcast. He changed his name at the age of 14, discovered Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in a temple and is now a black belt and owner of Flex Hot Yoga in Brisbane. Take a listen as he shares his journey and talks about the benefits of yoga, meditation and mindfulness. Sit back, relax and enjoy the spiritual knowledge of this Jiu JItsu...

It was great to share our virtual studio with Bruno Lemos (of Lemos Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Brisbane). He’s a really great guy, and we love hearing about the journey of Brazilian OG’s. Bruno will not disappoint. Enjoy! https://fb.watch/kHLbvlqMSa/ https://youtu.be/6AycjvxTJHE https://www.facebook.com/rollordiepodcast https://open.spotify.com/show/2BHJ2tB4H5GLB8IImRFcXq @bruno538 @lemosbjjbr...

This week on the Roll or Die podcast we chatted with two of the biggest names in the Jiu Jitsu world, Levi Jones-leary and Alanis Santiago. They openly share their trials and tribulations of living the Jiu Jitsu lifestyle that doesn't always sound like a dream, but is their passion. They will be competing at the 2023 IBJJF World Championships and are both firm favourites to be on top of the po...

This week's Roll or Die guest Tiago Ferreira has the thick Portuguese accent that we love so much on the show, and he delivers some gems of wisdom about facing adversity and the life lessons it has taught him. You will love this episode! https://fb.watch/koypOi-2OC/ https://youtu.be/e7V43d0YUXc https://www.facebook.com/rollordiepodcast https://open.spotify.com/show/2BHJ2tB4H5GLB8IImRFcXq @grac...

This week on the Roll or Die podcast we chatted with repeat guest Daniel Schuardt about the lessons he learned from the last ADCC trials, his strategy for the next trials and direction he sees Jiu Jitsu moving to https://fb.watch/kflyQMGyRh/ https://youtu.be/QC5mmreRjwk https://www.facebook.com/rollordiepodcast https://open.spotify.com/show/2BHJ2tB4H5GLB8IImRFcXq @daniel_the_manchild @precision_mm...

On this week's Roll or Die episode, we had an amazing time chatting with one of the foremost Australians competing on the world stage - Nicholas Maglicic. Winning double gold at the 2023 IBJJF Pans, and silver at 2022 IBJJF World Championships; he is without a doubt the next big thing from the land Down Under. He chats about his preparation for the upcoming 2023 World Championships, what it&#3...

Tim Trevail - Rehab Specialist really knows his stuff, whether it be on the mats, slaying his opponents, or off the mats putting himself and others back together again. If you want BJJ in your life for the longest time possible, then tune in and take notes 😉 Enjoy 🙂 https://fb.watch/jYlnGUIAbf/ https://youtu.be/6mNYFndnhBg https://www.facebook.com/rollordiepodcast https://open.spotify.com/show/2...

This week's Roll or Die guest Tegan Krarup is another Aussie female BJJ black belt to grace our show. We love Tegan's enthusiasm for life and always striving for the next big thing. Here she candidly shares about her recovery from shoulder surgery and much more. Make sure you don't miss this episode! https://fb.watch/jQGrdd5ZSX/ https://youtu.be/3G7VKvFpflY https://www.facebook.com/rol...

If you don't yet know the name Bobby Sandhu, I'm pretty sure that you soon will. This ex-pat is currently in the US training with the B-Team and killing it on the stand up comedic circuit. Take a listen the next big thing in Australian BJJ... https://fb.watch/jG5NSILHhi/ https://youtu.be/qF8DE5pcA1g https://www.facebook.com/rollordiepodcast https://open.spotify.com/show/2BHJ2tB4H5GLB8IImRF...

I bought one of my very first gi's from Daniel Kovacic via Budo and not only does he make awesome gi's, he also runs the ELEV8 gym that is part of the juggernaut that is Australian Elite Team. We get to know him a bit more about his journey through adversities and injuries and how he came through to the other side. Check out his comp coming up on 7th May: https://afbjj.smoothcomp.com/en/ev...

One of our bucketlist items is to interview every female black belt over the lifetime of our show. Frances Bavaro, moves us one step closer to the fulfillment of this valiant quest, and she does not disappoint. But what else would you expect from somebody who's first move was a flying armbar 😉 Enjoy 🙂 https://fb.watch/jnpCXepAYB/ https://youtu.be/0EWlay2xgYQ https://www.facebook.com/rollordi...

Minol Tavares Tutida is a legend of a human being.  Among other things, we talk about gradings, Brasil and his accidental MMA career!  Take a listen and enjoy getting to know him better 🙂 https://fb.watch/jel2FCxFqs/ https://youtu.be/4Igw9pB-JVs https://www.facebook.com/rollordiepodcast https://open.spotify.com/show/2BHJ2tB4H5GLB8IImRFcXq @minolbjj @emwjja #jiujitsuwomen #bjj #brazilian...