Combat Intelligent Athlete Show

In this episode I talk to Lt Colonel (Ret) Mark Green. We go back into his difficult upbringing, how martial arts changed his life, and how he is helping coach veterans build resilience and transition in life.

In this episode, Rodney chats to a martial arts legend, Richard Norton. They talk about his incredible journey into martial arts, his introduction and years in BJJ, as well as his favorite Chuck Norris story.

In this episode, Rodney talks to combatives instructor Mick Coup but the reality of self-preservation and the world of self-preservation wannabes!

In this episode Rodney talks to UK MMA legend Rosi Sexton, her transition from competition to Osteopath, and how she keeps fighters in tip top condition, and injury free.

Coach Rodney talks to BJJ black belt, and world champ Felicia Oh about all things 'jiu-jitus', teaching kids, and working through adversity.

In this episode of the CIA Show, Coach Rodney chats to Tom Callos (Keenan Cornelius' Father) about all things martial arts, from how things have changed over the past decade, to running a successful martial arts studio. Great chat!

In this episode Coach Rodney talks to SPEAR Founder Tony Blauer. They explore fear, pre-contact psychology, and a whole lot more.

In this episode Coach Rodney talks to Professor Rener Gracie. He offers up some valuable insight into a different way of approaching, teaching and experiencing Jiu-Jitsu.

Coach Rodney chats to BJJ Black Belt Roy Dean for the next episode of the CIA Show. They talk about jiu-jitsu, the philosophy, and taking the lessons from the mat into the world.

In this episode Coach Rodney chats to Nigel February, about the Piper Knife System, crime in South Africa, and the realities of the blade.

Coach Rodney talks to BJJ Black Belt James Smart about the realities of BJJ for the street, and the escalating crime in South Africa.

In this episode Coach Rodney talks to Stephan Kesting, BJJ Black Belt about the martial arts, and the road to success in jiu-jitsu.

In this episode Coach Rodney talks to Alice Vitiello: Fighter, Mama, American Woman, Ph.D., Veterans’ Advocate, Writer, and Athlete - about the inner game and embracing violence.

Coach Rodney chats to Dr. Belisa Vanich, about the important of breath in martial arts performance, how breath tethers you to the present moment, as well as how it can be applied in pain management.

In this episode, Rodney interviews Ray Floro, long time martial artist, and weapons expert. They talk about the realities of knife fighting from both ends of the spectrum, its use, and surviving the blade.

In this episode Coach Rodney talks to Marc Genco, author of Inner Ji-jitsu. They chat about martial arts beyond the mat, and as a catalyst for personal transformation.

In this episode of the CIA podcast Coach Rodney talks about the importance of breath management in martial performance.

In this episode Rodney delves into the importance of mindfulness to peak performance in sparring.

In this episode Rodney focuses on how changing your body posture, can change how you feel and think about yourself.

In this episode Rodney explores the importance of being more present in your training and sparring, and why getting it right will enhance your overall game.

In this inaugural episode, Coach Rodney begins to tackle the inner game, which often times is largely overlooked in martial arts.