Roll Models Wanted: Gripping Conversations about Jiu-Jitsu and Life

247: Sharpening the Mental Edge

This week we finish up with our bookclub review of Kenneth Baum's The Mental Edge! We would love to hear about what you think! If you love the podcast, share it with a f

246: Finding the Mental Edge

This week we dive into week 1 of book club - reading The Mental Edge by Kenneth Baum. We walk through the first half of the book and reflect on our thoughts and experienc

245: Managing Competition Nerves

With IBJJF Master Worlds only a few weeks away, all we can think about is competition and competition prep. In this weeks episode AJ and Risser discuss how to deal with c

244: Hard Launch & Competition Prep

This week we start as Roll Models Wanted, a podcast about jiu jitsu and so much more! We mostly chat about competition prep and how we are approaching it. If you love th

243: The End of Beauty and the Gi

Get registered at www.RollModelsWanted.com If you love the podcast, share it with a friend! You can also leave us a 5-star rating in Spotify or Apple Podcasts. 🎧 Liste

242: Meeting Risser! - Roll Model's Actual Head Roll Model In Charge

On this week's episode, we interview Risser!, Roll Model's "Actual Head Roll Model In Charge." For some, she might have just appeared on the podcast suddenly. For others,

241: Interview with Doctor Pressure

In this episode of Beauty and the Gi we interview Dr. Leslie Davis, aka Dr. Pressure, which might be the best nickname in Jiu Jitsu! Dr. Leslie is a purple belt out of I

240: Creating Safe Spaces for Women

Join us this week where we talk about creating safe spaces for women and how you can approach building a women's team. If you love the podcast, share it with a friend!

239: Blue Belt Blues and Beyond - Navigating the Plateaus of Jiu Jitsu

Join us as we discuss the ebbs and flows of jiu jitsu. Plateaus are a normal piece of jiu jitsu. You just have to figure out the root cause and we can problem solve how t

238: Have We Ruined Jiu Jitsu?

In this episode, we explore modern jiu jitsu vs traditional jiu jitsu - have we gone too far?! www.herobjj.com/retreats If you love the podcast, share it with a friend!

237: Interview with Danielle G in a Gi Guevara

Join us on this episode where we get to know Danielle Guevara, one of our black belt instructors at our Roll Model Indy Women's Only Base Camp for 2026! Danielle is a lon

236: What We Wish We Knew About IBJJF Before We Competed

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235: How Side Control Changed My Life with Beatrice Jin

Join us as we get to know Beatrice Jin, one of the headlining instructors for the 2026 Roll Model Camp! Links and Resources Mentioned @berimbozo @buttscooterjiujitsu

234: Costa Rica Camp Reflections and Beyond

Costa Rica Camp Reflections and Beyond. Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode www.RollModelsWanted.com @dani_g_ina_gi @berimbozo @adelefornarino @jrizzinthe

233: We Don't Roll Like That

It has been a heavy time in the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community. In this episode, AJ and Risser discuss how to create safeguards in your gym. Trigger Warning: This episode

232: Are Your Expectations Ruining Your Jiu-Jitsu Journey?

How are your expectations impacting your Jiu-Jitsu journey? You get two black belts this week! Jennifer Risser is back in the co-host seat. If you love the podcast, sha

231: Helping Jiu-Jitsu Gym Transplants Feel at Home

With more Jiu-Jitsu gyms and schools popping up all over the place, it’s easier for people to switch gyms and find the one that is right for them and their goals. How do

230: Your Jiu-Jitsu Year Unwrapped

We’re unwrapping our Jiu-Jitsu year together, looking beyond goals and numbers, and exploring what it means to honor your capacity and find joy in the journey. This episo

229: Are You Part of the Rising Tide in Jiu-Jitsu?

Have you ever wondered what really keeps women coming back to the mats—even after tough days, rough matches, or feeling stuck? We believe that “a rising tide lifts all sh

228: 2025 Jiu-Jitsu Holiday Gift Guide: Gear, Wellness, and Fun Gifts They’ll Actually Use

Are you ready to get your mat bestie the most epic Jiu-Jitsu holiday gift—or finally land on something YOU secretly wish would show up under the tree? If you’ve ever scr