Nick Koumalatsos

What happens when a broke jiu jitsu competitor from Maine decides to take on global manufacturing—and wins?In this episode, we sit down with Pete Roberts, the founder of Origin, to unpack how he went from competing in Abu Dhabi to building one of the only American-made clothing and gear companies left in the country. From salvaging looms in abandoned mills to fighting back against outsourcing, Pete shares how his passion for jiu jitsu turned into a mission to revive American industry—without asking for permission.