67. Power, Authority, and Accountability

In this episode, we examine how power operates inside jiu jitsu spaces and why harm is rarely just about individual bad actors. We focus on the structures that allow abuse, manipulation, and silence to persist, particularly in gyms built around unchecked authority and rigid hierarchy. Rather than centering scandal, this conversation is about prevention. We discuss flattening hierarchy, shared leadership, transparency, and why accountability must be structural rather than personal. The goal is to explore what it takes to build martial arts communities where safety is embedded into the system rather than addressed only after harm occurs. You can find the podcast on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Bluesky, and Substack @lezrollradio. You can find Andrea on all platforms: @schoeneggea and Kelly @kellyschoenegge. Join our Discord community: https://discord.gg/k9kzDbedFA Merchandise: lezrollradio.com/shop Join us April 17th-19th 2026 in Fishers, IN for the 4th annual Lez Roll Queer Grappling Camp, open to all members of the LGBTQ+ community. lezrollradio.com/camp