ROLL OR DIE

Join us for a wild ride with OG Fabio Galeb as he recounts his journey from Brazil to Australia, to establish one of the premiere academies in this country- Galeb Brothers BJJ Gold Coast QLD. No holds barred as he discusses his attitude towards competing and training. Don't miss this episode!

We had so much fun talking to this week's Roll or Die guest, Tom Everett. He told us about his experiences being bullied by Craig Jones & Co as he was coming up through the ranks, training with the B Team in Texas earlier this year and where the future of Jiu Jitsu is headed

We love getting to know the members of the Australian Jiu Jitsu Community and this week's guest on Roll or Die, Matt Tonkin is no exception. A black belt in multiple martial arts and an all round great guy, take a listen to one of the most genuine guys around

This week's guest, Nadia Frankland received her brown belt at yesterday's AFBJJ Nationals after a dominant performance over the weekend. Take a listen to one of the biggest up-and-coming names in BJJ in Australia.

Just when you thought we couldn't find any more OG's, along comes this legend, Marcelino Freitas.  We talk about all sorts of goodness that start with C including Community, Capoeira, Competing and all of this from his Car!!  He's not part of the old, he's not part of the new, he IS BJJ! Enjoy 🙂 🙂

Dave Nicholl has been around for many of the transitions of BJJ in the Australian Landscape. He has a great outlook on BJJ, Travel, Life and Community, and you are going to enjoy getting to know him better. In a rare ROD moment, this episode was captured with Kim and Dave hanging out together in Darwin, while Anton suffered through winter life in Melbourne 😉. Enjoy 🙂

Whaoooo!!  Big by achievement, big by nickname, big in his top game and we could go on.  A true OG of the BJJ and MMA  landscape, we present to you, Anthony Perosh!  Enjoy this amazing conversation for all it's worth, and as far as red flags are concerned, well, you'll just have to find out 😉

We love to get our wrestle on in the RoD Studios, and today was no exception when we chatted with Trent Thiessens aka Mr T. He has all sorts of goodies that will directly translate to your game, including a super nugget about "jabs". Seeing episiode number 122 is also just amazing! How deep and rich this community is, and we are just getting started 🙂. Enjoy!!

Welcome back to the only BJJ Podcast that happens weekly, where you get to really get to know the amazing people in our BJJ Community.  This week we talk to the rock star that is Bruno Alves!  He talks about his journey,  coming back from breaks, and the place of ego the roller coaster that is BJJ, and so much more.  Please enjoy!

Jerome Maitland, who's spirit animal is Kung Fu Panda, joins us this week in the ROD studio's to talk about the evolution of his game, the rocky start to beginning, training when overweight, the differences between kids and adults, and his journey so far 🙂

This is one episode of Roll or Die that you don't want to miss. Take a listen to the journey of @baysidebjj's head coach, Peter Polygenis who has moved from a nickname of the Assassin to the Walrus. Not only is Pete a super positive and energetic coach of Bayside BJJ, he was an awesome guest who shared many insights into what makes a successful team and how to stay on the mats for many years to co...

Was so great to catch up with the down to earth, and highly contributive, @matthew_wickham from @wickhamsmartialarts. As a really important part of the regional BJJ landscape, and somone who has had to deal with a full life, on and off the mats, you are going to love what he has to say. Kim and Anton had the pleasure of spending time in Las Vegas with Matt when we all compete in World Masters toge...

What a powerhouse is @gustavinho1978 from @rootsbjj!! He has more stripes on his belt than most of us could count, and is a huge part of the BJJ Community. You're just going to have to listen to find out about all the good stuff he's up to such as @bjj.downunder and what he has to share!!

Some guests come on the show ready to open up and show us a behind the scenes look at their life.  People like @yassy2101 help us to connect as a community when we realise that we are all dealing with stuff, and at the same time, can still do amazing things on the mats!  What a powerhouse and what a rockstar!  We love her!!

Lucas C Santana is another powerhouse from Legacy BJJ Sunshine Coast that you are going to want to get to know better! He has great views on reffing, training, competing and most importantly, how to deal with punks and skin heads 😉. Prepare to be entertained!! Ossssssss

This week on the Roll or Die podcast, we chat with @denis_kelly_mma of Australian Combat Sports Academy. Denis is one of the OGs of BJJ and MMA in Melbourne who came here via Ireland. Take a listen to his epic journey and plans for upcoming competition - Bushido Fight Night 3 is on at Thornbury Theatre on Saturday 30th July - @acsabushido

When we booked Robbie Singh, head coach at Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Burwood, we had no idea how the conversation would unfold! He's an amazing contribution to society, and scrolling through is profile will show you just some of the ways in which is!  We also find out how a human being goes from 180KG's, to end up looking like this man!?! (and the impacts of that journey).  You just have to hear...

This week on the Roll or Die podcast, we chat with one of the most prolific martial artists in Queensland and indeed Australia, Geordie Lavers-McBain. This is a fascinating episode from one of the OGs of not just Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, but numerous other combat sports within Australia. Not to be missed! https://fb.watch/d1p21zyaUY/ https://youtu.be/dVjo_yzTBCo https://www.facebook.com/rollordiepodca...

Welcome to Part 1 of the "Lavers-McBain Experience" with professional athelete Jessica Lavers-McBain.  She has great views on training and competing that you are certainly going to want to hear!  She's a little controversial (in a good way) so huddle up and listen in to what she's got to say. Ossssssss

Talking to Rafael Miyashiro was a really enjoyable experience.   His journey, like all others is unique, and we were grateful to have some time with him to uncover some of that journey so far, from office job to gym owner!  We'll let you discover him for yourself. Osssssssss

It was a total pleasure to have OG Ben Langford from Elements Fitness And Martial Arts on the show (Episode #109 already!) to discuss the ACT BJJ scene, and his journey through martial arts so far!  There's a few twists and turns in here which we will let you discover for yourself! Osssssssss 

This week we catch up with Declan Moody and he shares knowlege with us about his prep, completing, cutting weight, the adelaide scene, leg entanglements and perhaps most importantly offers Kim some pointers on her approach for her up coming sub only tournament even though she tried to change the subject   Enjoy everyone, and a big Happy Ossssster to you. We hope the Osssster Bunny delive...

Stuart Cooper has created some of the most beautiful content circulating in the BJJ community today.   Just take a look at the who's who of grapplers who he has worked with! Come with us on a conversational journey as he explains the twists and turns that make up his life.  It was a real honour to speak with him. Osssss

Kazuki Umemura is a rare breed!  He has recognised a niche that he can really empower in the BJJ community and is empowering them.  Too often in todays world we feel compelled to support everyone, and then as a result, end up being unable to support anyone.   Dive in with us as we meet and talk to the amazing organiser of the awesome fb group Kazuki's BJJ for 40+ ( https://www....

Jake O'driscoll is a grappler who keeps getting invited to be on big shows!  In this episode we take a look at what the secret ingredient is to make that happen.  He's also got some amazing tips for recovery that we'd never seen or heard of!  So sit back, and enjoy our conversation as we dive into the world of this legend. Osssssss