- 23 minutes 45 seconds237: 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 long time Roll Model and friend and we can't wait to learn from her this year!
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Risser!: @jrizzinthehizz on Instagram
AJ: @ajclingerman on Instagram | @roll_model on TikTok
Danielle: @dani_g_ina_gi
Roll Model Grappling: @rollmodelgrappling on Instagram
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Recording, editing, and production by Risser. Unless you hated it - then AJ did it!
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The Beauty and the Gi podcast is presented solely for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or coaching advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your healthcare provider for any condition.
23 April 2026, 10:00 am - 30 minutes 48 seconds236: What We Wish We Knew About IBJJF Before We Competed
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Risser!: @jrizzinthehizz on Instagram
AJ: @ajclingerman on Instagram | @roll_model on TikTok
Roll Model Grappling: @rollmodelgrappling on Instagram
🎶 Production
Recording, editing, and production by Risser. Unless you hated it - then AJ did it!
⚠️ Disclaimer
The Beauty and the Gi podcast is presented solely for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or coaching advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your healthcare provider for any condition.
13 April 2026, 4:00 am - 30 minutes 44 seconds235: 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
BOZO50 @ rollmodelswanted.com for $50 off camp registration
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Jen: @brassybroadjen on Instagram | @brassybroadjen on TikTok
AJ: @ajclingerman on Instagram | @roll_model on TikTok
Roll Model Grappling: @rollmodelgrappling on Instagram
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12 March 2026, 5:00 am - 22 minutes 26 seconds234: Costa Rica Camp Reflections and Beyond
Costa Rica Camp Reflections and Beyond.
Links and Resources Mentioned in this Episode
@dani_g_ina_gi
@berimbozo
@adelefornarino
@jrizzinthehizz
@ajclingerman
@beautyandthegipodcast
@rollmodelgrappling
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Jen: @brassybroadjen on Instagram | @brassybroadjen on TikTok
AJ: @ajclingerman on Instagram | @roll_model on TikTok
Roll Model Grappling: @rollmodelgrappling on Instagram
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26 February 2026, 5:00 am - 32 minutes 46 seconds233: 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 does mention SA.
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Jen: @brassybroadjen on Instagram | @brassybroadjen on TikTok
AJ: @ajclingerman on Instagram | @roll_model on TikTok
Roll Model Grappling: @rollmodelgrappling on Instagram
🎶 Production
Recording, theme music, editing, and production by Jen at The Brassy Broadcasting Company
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The Beauty and the Gi podcast is presented solely for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or coaching advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your healthcare provider for any condition.
12 February 2026, 5:00 am - 20 minutes 3 seconds232: 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.
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Instagram – @beautyandthegipodcast
Jen: @brassybroadjen on Instagram | @brassybroadjen on TikTok
AJ: @ajclingerman on Instagram | @roll_model on TikTok
Roll Model Grappling: @rollmodelgrappling on Instagram
🎶 Production
Recording, theme music, editing, and production by Jen at The Brassy Broadcasting Company
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The Beauty and the Gi podcast is presented solely for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or coaching advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your healthcare provider for any condition.
29 January 2026, 5:00 am - 14 minutes 20 seconds231: 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 you integrate new members into your Jiu-Jitsu gym and culture when they’ve been training for a while and are transferring from another gym?
Chapter Highlights:
(00:00) Why Experienced Grapplers Still Feel Awkward When Joining a New Gym
(03:30) The Coach’s Perspective: Questions Every Instructor Should Ask Transfers
(04:08) How to Use Social Media and Off-Mat Hangouts to Build Connection
(07:08) Supporting a Transplant’s Personal Goals (Competing, Teaching & More)
(09:54) Why Gym Fit and Culture Matter Most for Retention
(11:17) Upcoming Events: Costa Rica Camp, White Belt Camp, and Role Model Women’s Camp
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Instagram – @beautyandthegipodcast
Jen: @brassybroadjen on Instagram | @brassybroadjen on TikTok
AJ: @ajclingerman on Instagram | @roll_model on TikTok
Roll Model Grappling: @rollmodelgrappling on Instagram
🎶 Production
Recording, theme music, editing, and production by Jen at The Brassy Broadcasting Company
⚠️ Disclaimer
The Beauty and the Gi podcast is presented solely for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or coaching advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your healthcare provider for any condition.
15 January 2026, 5:00 am - 18 minutes 40 seconds230: 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 episode helps you recognize wins you might have overlooked and carry forward the pieces that fuel your love for the sport.
If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re actually improving, wrestled with self-doubt after a rough roll, or wondered what “success” in BJJ looks like for you, this episode is your invitation to reflect—unconventionally.Â
We share the real highlights (and lowlights) of our year on the mat. You’ll hear stories about capacity, boundaries, health struggles, and Jen’s new favorite metric to track. By the end of this episode, you’ll walk away with fresh self-awareness, permission to celebrate more than just the obvious victories, and a new lens for reflecting on your own Jiu-Jitsu journey.
This isn’t a “goal-setting” episode and it’s definitely not about pushing harder or feeling guilty for what you didn’t achieve. It’s about taking stock, honoring where you’re at, and discovering what really lights you up—even on the messy days.
Highlight Reel
(00:00) Why Unwrapping Your Jiu Jitsu Year is more than promotions and competitions
(01:26) Is Jiu Jitsu Progress Really Linear? Reflecting on Subtle Wins
(03:40) Jen’s New Favorite Metric to Track
(06:20) Honoring Your Capacity: How to Set Boundaries on the Mat
(08:34) How Health and Real Life Impact Your Training
(10:51) Using the Pareto Principle to Focus Your Jiu Jitsu Growth
(13:13) What Changes After Getting Your Purple Belt?
(15:37) Podcast Wrapped: Listener Wins, Top Episodes, and Global Reach
Mentioned in This Episode
Staying Solo Podcast
https://bsfreebusiness.com/real-metric-of-success/
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Jen: @brassybroadjen on Instagram | @brassybroadjen on TikTok
AJ: @ajclingerman on Instagram | @roll_model on TikTok
Roll Model Grappling: @rollmodelgrappling on Instagram
🎶 Production
Recording, theme music, editing, and production by Jen at The Brassy Broadcasting Company
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The Beauty and the Gi podcast is presented solely for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or coaching advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your healthcare provider for any condition.
18 December 2025, 5:00 am - 20 minutes 4 seconds229: 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 ships.” Small acts of support, encouragement, and connection transform not just your game, but everyone around you. No matter your belt color or whether you step on the podium, this episode is about finding purpose and fulfillment by building up others as you grow.
Do you know how powerful your presence, support, and effort can be in Jiu-Jitsu, both inside and outside the gym? We’ll share real stories from tournaments, training, and community life, and give you practical ways to champion the women around you, celebrate their wins, and show up when it really counts (even when you’re not feeling 100% yourself). By the end, you’ll feel inspired to take your part in the rising tide, knowing that growing together means everyone wins.
Let’s raise the tide together.
The Highlight Reel
(00:00) What does it mean to be part of the Rising Tide in Jiu-Jitsu?
(01:05) Inspiring stories from women who step up and compete for the community
(03:15) Why supporting women’s brackets at tournaments really makes a difference
(05:24) How to support your teammates when you aren’t competing and they are
(08:13) How sponsoring teammates (with gis, classes, or camp fees) can change a life
(09:50) The “How to Beat So-and-So” class: leveling up everyone, including yourself
(11:57) Welcoming new people and using social media to build your gym’s community
(13:00) Easy things you can do today to rasie the tide
(15:07) The magic of inviting someone to try their first Jiu Jitsu class
(16:48) Why inviting others to camp reignites the spark for you AND your team
(17:46) On and off the mat tips: tiny habits for personal and collective growth
Register for Roll Model Camp at Hero BJJ in Costa Rica
https://herobjj.com/retreats/roll/
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Instagram – @beautyandthegipodcast
Jen: @brassybroadjen on Instagram | @brassybroadjen on TikTok
AJ: @ajclingerman on Instagram | @roll_model on TikTok
Roll Model Grappling: @rollmodelgrappling on Instagram
🎶 Production
Recording, theme music, editing, and production by Jen at The Brassy Broadcasting Company
⚠️ Disclaimer
The Beauty and the Gi podcast is presented solely for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or coaching advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your healthcare provider for any condition.
4 December 2025, 5:00 am - 20 minutes 9 seconds228: 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 scrolled endless gear sites or wondered what your teammates actually want (besides another gi…), this episode breaks down the real, practical, and delightfully quirky gifts that’ll light up any grappler’s holiday—and why thoughtful presents mean more in our community than you think.
In this special Holiday Gift Guide episode, we open up about what makes gifts matter (even when training feels “meh”), and share some of the best stocking stuffers and big-ticket camp ideas. By the end, you’ll have an easy list for gift-giving, be ready for those gym holiday sales, and know what helps teammates feel supported and cheered on as they chase their goals.
The Highlight Reel
(00:00) Jiu Jitsu Holiday Excitement
(02:14) Real-Life Grappler Gift Stories: What Actually Gets Used & Loved
(03:59) The Ultimate Stocking Stuffers for Grapplers
(07:03) Gym Bags and Hygiene Musts
(09:17) Jiu-Jitsu Stickers, Notebooks, and Artistic Gifts for the Jiu-Jitsu Soul
(12:00) Jiu-Jitsu Apparel Picks: Rash Guards, Spats, and Singlets
(13:47) Sleigh Day Sales & How to Score Jiu-Jitsu Gear Discounts
(14:10) Gifting Camp Experiences: New Holiday Packages & Certificate Details
(15:25) Jiu-Jitsu Performance Journals: Setting Up for Jiu-Jitsu Success
(17:32) How to Guide Gift Buyers (and Your Loved Ones) to Exactly What You Want
(18:32) Upcoming Events Roll Model Grappling Events
This episode is your inside guide to gifts that lift you up, keep you rolling, and inspire your Jiu-Jitsu journey all year long.
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Instagram – @beautyandthegipodcast
Jen: @brassybroadjen on Instagram | @brassybroadjen on TikTok
AJ: @ajclingerman on Instagram | @roll_model on TikTok
Roll Model Grappling: @rollmodelgrappling on Instagram
🎶 Production
Recording, theme music, editing, and production by Jen at The Brassy Broadcasting Company
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The Beauty and the Gi podcast is presented solely for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or coaching advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your healthcare provider for any health questions and advice before taking supplements.
20 November 2025, 5:00 am - 23 minutes 1 second227: Are You Scaring Off New Jiu-Jitsu Training Partners?
What happens when a brand-new face walks into your Jiu-Jitsu class? Do you feel welcoming, nervous, or excited like a shark that smells fear and fresh meat?
Whether you’re the seasoned black belt, a relatively new white belt, or somewhere in between, how you welcome a newcomer can shape their entire Jiu-Jitsu journey. Or, you might unknowingly end it.
In this episode, we’re sharing the moments where your smallest gestures can change someone’s story…and yours. Every time someone new steps on the mats, it’s an opportunity for growth—yours and theirs.
We dig into why the way you welcome new students matters more than you think, and how the health of your gym depends on rising together to create an inviting and welcoming culture. You’ll get actionable dos and don’ts straight from our own growth experiment, plus ideas for making anyone feel at home, even if you’re an introvert (head nods count, promise!). By the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly how to bring warmth and positivity to every class, build your training pool, and create the kind of environment people want to come back to.
Here’s the thing —it’s not all up to your coach. You and your teammates play a huge role in creating a gym culture that grows your team and brings people back for more.
If you’re a coach, you’ll want to listen to this episode and share it with your students.
Chapter Highlights
(00:00) How to welcome new people when they walk into Jiu-Jitsu class
(03:08) How your behavior changes the experience for new students
(04:15) Simple ways to help beginners feel comfortable on the mats
(05:44) How to make rolling safe and less overwhelming for first-timers
(07:13) Finding the balance between being friendly and teaching technique
(08:49) Why the coach needs to understand someone’s “why” for starting Jiu-Jitsu
(11:03) What not to do with a new person
(14:38) How to frame Jiu-Jitsu’s adaptability for new students
(17:45) Should you share Jiu-Jitsu horror stories with the new girl?
(22:05) Growing gym culture—why new students make you a better practitioner
We’re here to help you be the reason someone comes back for their second class.Â
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📱 Connect with Jen & AJ on Social Media
Instagram – @beautyandthegipodcast
Jen: @brassybroadjen on Instagram | @brassybroadjen on TikTok
AJ: @ajclingerman on Instagram | @roll_model on TikTok
Roll Model Grappling: @rollmodelgrappling on Instagram
🎶 Production
Recording, theme music, editing, and production by Jen at The Brassy Broadcasting Company
⚠️ Disclaimer
The Beauty and the Gi podcast is presented solely for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical, mental health, or coaching advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult your healthcare provider for any condition.
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