#104 Robert Degle

Send us Fan Mail On today’s episode, we have a black belt under Brandon Bennet of the Renzo Gracie Academy, Robert Degle. Today Robert discusses why he made the decision to forgo a master's degree in philosophy to become a full-time grappler, instructor, and competitor. Robert also shares how he deals with the nerves of competing, the differences between training in the US vs Europe, whether or not Jiu Jitsu will ever become a huge spectator sport and why, and a ton more. Here is The RŌL Radio with one of the most sought-after instructors in the world who has taught in over 18 countries and on three continents, Robert Degle. www.rolacademy.tv 30% discount with ROLRADIO code at checkout. Over 800 videos for your Jiu Jitsu journey. http://www.therolradio.com https://www.instagram.com/therolradio/ https://www.facebook.com/therolradio/ https://www.instagram.com/robertdeglebjj/ https://robertdeglebjjonline.teachable.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjxnePJnhtHMMN2CWdqNMdw Episode Highlights: 4:20 The Influence of Seinfeld 7:29 Find the Humor in the Miserable 10:46 Training and Instructing Around the World 16:30 Sports Cultures 21:58 You're Actually Quite Smart 23:59 Masters Degree or BJJ 39:21 Jiu Jitsu for Spectators 43:59 Rule Sets 52:49 Rob’s Start in BJJ 57:55 Jiu Jitsu vs Wrestling Opportunities 1:05:50 Jiu Jitsu for a Living 1:16:02 Alex Humen’s Question 1:22:22 The Instinctive and the Deliberate 1:25:04 Favorite Seinfeld Moments Support the show