In this conversation, Thomas’s guest discusses his journey through midlife, the challenges of running multiple businesses, and the underestimation of professional jiu-jitsu. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the 'why' behind techniques, and the complexities of learning Jiu Jitsu based on several variables. Additionally, today’s guest introduces his project, Grapplerpedia, aimed at creating a comprehensive encyclopedia for Jiu Jitsu, emphasizing the need for organized information in the community.
Here is The RŌL Radio with a US Navy veteran, a father of four , and a 3rd degree black belt, Tony Mathers.
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Episode Highlights:
2:20 Midlife Crisis and Navigating Business
6:32 The Importance of Why
14:23 Jiu-Jitsu and Judo’s Structure and Evolution
20:28 The Problem with Jiu-Jitsu
33:00 The Next Generation and Accountability
42:57 Tony’s Journey
55:22 Whole Ass It
57:41 Self-Analysis In Growth
1:06:36 Asking the Right Questions
1:12:47 Situational Training for Skill Development
1:18:50 Gender Roles In Jiu-Jitsu
1:32:26 Grapplerpedia
