In this episode of Rolling Over 40, I’m joined by my friend and training partner, the newly minted blue belt, Mark Tran! 🎉 We dive into what it’s really like making the jump to blue belt—how the game changes, the mindset shifts, and the surprising challenges that come with wearing that new belt color on the mat.

But Mark’s story doesn’t stop there. When he’s not rolling, he’s a globe-trotting software engineer whose journey began in Asia and stretched through Europe and Latin America over four unforgettable years. From Minnesota to New York, Vancouver to SoCal, we talk about how travel has shaped his perspective—and when exactly did jujitsu enter the picture?!

Oh, and did I mention he’s leveling up his takedown game with judo classes? 🥋 Whether you're deep into your own jujitsu journey or just love a good story about passion, travel, and personal growth, this episode has something for you.

Tune in and enjoy the roll!