# A BJJ Champ who says it's ok to lose - With Robert Drysdale Page: https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-vancrux-podcast-host-jeevan-matharu-5977250/a-bjj-champ-who-says-it-s-ok-to-lose-with-robert-drysdale Text version: https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-vancrux-podcast-host-jeevan-matharu-5977250/a-bjj-champ-who-says-it-s-ok-to-lose-with-robert-drysdale.md Podcast: [The Vancrux Podcast - Host Jeevan Matharu](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-vancrux-podcast-host-jeevan-matharu-5977250) Published: 2026-04-28T17:27:36+00:00 Episode link: https://rss.com/podcasts/thevanquishpodcast/2774973 Audio file: https://content.rss.com/episodes/182135/2774973/thevanquishpodcast/2026_04_28_17_26_55_ba72a4a9-4883-467e-b470-f2ec333c34c3.mp3 Processing state: not_requested JSON: https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-vancrux-podcast-host-jeevan-matharu-5977250/episodes/a-bjj-champ-who-says-it-s-ok-to-lose-with-robert-drysdale Duration seconds: 3119 ## Resource In this episode of The Vancrux Podcast, I sit down with Robert Drysdale β€” one of the most respected figures in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. An ADCC World Champion, IBJJF World Champion, and widely regarded as one of America’s Jiu-Jitsu superheroes, Robert brings a rare blend of elite performance, deep knowledge, and philosophical insight. We dive into what it truly means to lose β€” and why embracing failure is essential for growth, both on and off the mats. Robert shares powerful insights on resilience, mindset, and how Jiu-Jitsu mirrors life itself. Beyond competition, we explore his work as an author and historian of the sport, unpacking the origins and evolution of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu β€” from its Vale-Tudo roots to its global expansion. We also discuss leadership, discipline, and the long-term mindset required to master any craft. This is a conversation about humility, mastery, and why sometimes losing is exactly what you need to win. πŸ“š Robert Drysdale’s Books: Opening Closed-Guard: The Origins of Jiu-Jitsu in Brazil (The Story Behind the Film) The Rise and Evolution of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: From Vale-Tudo, to Carlson Gracie, to its Democratization The Triumph of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: 50 Years of a Martial Arts Revolution What is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Today? : Discussions about the Present and Future of the Art 🌐 Follow Robert Drysdale: Website / Shop https://zenithjiujitsushop.com/ πŸ”₯ Sponsored By: β˜• Strong Coffee Company β€” Protein-packed coffee for energy & clarity Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.strongcoffeecompany.com πŸ’Š More Labs β€” Clinically proven hydration & recovery drinks Code: VANCRUX1 (25% off) https://www.morelabs.com 🍬 LiQure Gummies β€” Electrolytes + vitamins for hangover prevention & recovery Code: VANCRUX1 (20% off) https://www.liqure.com πŸ”₯ Useful L… ## Actions - request_transcript: `POST https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-vancrux-podcast-host-jeevan-matharu-5977250/episodes/a-bjj-champ-who-says-it-s-ok-to-lose-with-robert-drysdale/transcription-requests` β€” Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode. - read_markdown: `GET https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-vancrux-podcast-host-jeevan-matharu-5977250/a-bjj-champ-who-says-it-s-ok-to-lose-with-robert-drysdale.md` β€” Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource. A page view does not enqueue transcription. Agents should invoke `request_transcript` explicitly when they need this episode processed. ## Transcript Full transcripts are not published on public pages unless there is a clear rights basis.