Degen BJJ

This episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast comes to you from The White Eagle, Oxford Road. Mike recaps his recent second place run at NAGA and an away day at Force Submission BJJ in Baldock. On top of all that, his unexpected foray into teaching at the University of Reading… Student Jiu-Jitsu club. All of this, plus the usual takes on recent happenings across the local and wider jiu-jitsu scene. The Bo...

After an invitation to Bloodline fight series , Mike joins previous guest Adam “Squish” Brown on the long drive to Kent. The two talk about what’s to be expected at the show, how good is Lucas North ,why Mike was asked to come along and much more. Expect the usual shenanigans with not much sense being made as Ken is not there to translate Mikes thoughts in real time. Mentions @adambrownbjj @bloodl...

What year is it!? The Degen BJJ podcast is back! On this episode Ken makes excuses for the latest hiatus and Mike comments on his recent journey as a content creator. The duo review some recent (and not so recent) away days including RGA Marlow, Alliance in Split and the regular Limerick spots. Regular listeners won't be surprised by the disorderly and erratic nature of the conversation. New liste...

This week on the Degen BJJ Podcast, the lads are celebrating. Mike and Ken are joined by two long-time friends of the show, Lucus North and Adam ‘Squishy’ Brown, for a few drinks. The quartet discuss the Mathouse 10-year anniversary celebrations, recent grading and much more. The conversation is unfiltered and, at times, unhinged. Listener discretion is advised. The Boys' Socials: @adambrownbjj @l...

After defying death on two separate occasions, the lads return with another episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast. They recap a run of recent away days, including vists to Carlson Gracie Surrey, 50/50 Submission Grappling, and the Fortitude BJJ open mat. Mike attempts to beat a fresh bout of steroid allegations, while Ken reviews the recent Pro Sports Grappling Reading open and previews upcoming events...

This week on the Degen BJJ Podcast, the heatwave hits and our hosts discuss their recent training. Ken gives a belated run down of his time with Icon Team Madeira, whilst Mike talks open mats - both near & far. Beyond the training chat the duo attempt to incriminate one another and float some future plans for the pod…. Though, if history is any guide, they probably won’t happen. Mentions:@bjj_...

On this episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast the lads have a catch-up about their recent training and life in general. Mike previews the new apparel line - this time free from spelling errors - and talks about a recent away day in Weymouth. Whilst Ken repeats things he’s said several times before. Besides the usual chit-chat, there’s a few listener questions and a send off for a training partner. Ment...

In this episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast, the lads share tales from recent away days. Mike heads to Bournemouth for a Scramble open mat at Ippon Gym and the grand opening of Bad Hand Coffee, while Ken returns from Morocco with stories of training in Marrakech with the Moroccan Badgers Team. Their experiences spark a broader conversation discussion of etiquette when cross training and Mike opens up...

After literally dozens of requests the lads are back! On this episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast Mike & Ken dust off the cobwebs with a quick-fire catch-up on the past four months’ happenings. The conversation covers the magic of arthroscopic surgery, the second Reading open and training over the Christmas break - with each topic descending into several unplanned rambles and tangents. The Boys’...

On this episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast the lads are joined by Miko Hytonen. Miko - often known by the online alias chokes & more - is a BJJ black belt under Santeri Lilius who trains and coaches out of the Scramble Academy in Malaga. Miko shares his introduction to BJJ, various anecdotes from his progression from white to black belt and some details on how he built his social media following. In...

Episode 37: CJI & [Redacted] This week on the Degen BJJ Podcast, Andrew Quinn AKA The Limerick Globetrotter returns to the show to help the lads recap the inaugural CJI event and [redacted] worlds. The trio review the good, the bad and the ugly of the “biggest weekend in grappling” and what might be next for the sport at the top level. In addition to the debrief there's a smattering of reddit rumo...

On this week’s episode the lads are joined by Conor Mortimer: a BJJ Brown belt, regular competitor and one of the coaches at Mathouse. The conversation covers Conor’s recent transition to teaching/training jiu-jitsu full-time, penchant for burpees and general ideas about coaching. Alongside the interview there’s the usual mix of off topic musings and failed attempts at humour that you’d expect fro...

This week on the Degen BJJ Podcast the lads are joined by Jimmy Wheeler. Jimmy is a BJJ purple belt, regular competitor and one of the organisers of the upcoming Impact Invitational grappling event. The chat covers Jimmy’s introduction to grappling and his experiences competing in the UK and America before moving on to the plans for the Impact Invitational on 31st August. Apart from the guest, the...

In this episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast Mike and Ken welcome back Lucus North for his second appearance on the show. The trio discuss invitationals begging with C; the recent Collision Invitational and upcoming Craig Jones Invitational. Topics covered include Jiu-jitsu as a spectator sport, competing as a black belt plus the usual off-topic ramblings. Guest: @lucusnorth The Boys’ Socials: @degen_...

This week the lads are joined by long-time friend of the podcast, Adam “Squishy” Brown, to debrief the team’s performance at the Reading Open this past weekend. The conversation covers the Pro Sport Grappling event, the Mathouse team’s performance and the inevitable session that followed. Aside from the competition chat, Squish’s reputation precedes him in his recent attempts to crosstrain and Mik...

This week on the Degen BJJ Podcast the lads recap their recent away day at London Grapple. Since turning 40 Mike has broadened his horizons; starting with the culinary delights of Deptford. Ken talks about experiencing performance anxiety in all areas of life and potential ways to remedy this. Whilst contemplating the lack of recent engagement the pair consider taking the podcast in strange new di...

In this episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast Mike & Ken are joined by nobody, but cobble together an episode all the same. The duo discuss the ongoing comp training at Mathouse and Mike opens up about the highs and lows of ordering custom made fightwear. The Boys’ Socials: @degen_bjj_pod @that_irish_mike @degendrifter Sponsors: Use code DEGEN10 at xmartial.com Use code DEGENPOD at flo-state.com Use co...

Welcome back, this is episode 31 of the Degen BJJ Podcast. This week Mike has nothing to say but still manages to talk for a prolonged period of time with minimal encouragement. Ken tells a story about Weymouth, despite having just returned from Portugal. Comp prep has started for the lads, but that doesn’t mean the podcast will be anymore focused. The Boys' Socials: @degen_bjj_pod @that_irish_mik...

This week on the Degen BJJ Podcast the lads talk about the importance of consistency in jiu-jitsu and podcasting. Mike explores his new passions, memeing and fish oil. While Ken laments his lack of recent progress on the mats before talking holidays and alcohol. Could it be the two are related? The Boys' Socials: @degen_bjj_pod @that_irish_mike @degendrifter Mentions: @collisioninvitational @roryw...

In this episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast Mike & Ken are joined by Simon O’Brien. Simon is, amongst many things, a BJJ Black Belt and owner of Pro Sports Grappling & Show Techs and has been a producer of Polaris, Enyo, Cage Warriors. The topics discussed include how to make an event stand out from the crowd and the upcoming Pro Sport Grappling - Reading Open. Prior to the guest the lads talk about...

Be careful what you wish for … the Degen BJJ Podcast is back. In this episode the lads attempt to pick up where they left off despite a little ring rust. The conversation covers Mike’s new found vigour for training, Ken's return from injury, a couple of away days and some hints of what is to come on the show this year. Also, for those that thought we’d spent some time away improving the quality or...

This week on the Degen BJJ Podcast the lads are joined by Jake McHugh. Jake is a professional MMA fighter and BJJ Brown Belt who trains out of Next Generation MMA in Liverpool. The trio discuss Jake's time as a contestant on Oktagon Challenge: UK vs Ireland, his introduction to martial arts and his plans in MMA/grappling. Aside from chatting to Jake, Mike & Ken catch up following the last fortnigh...

It’s been a while, but the boys are back! This week on the Degen BJJ Podcast, Mike & Ken are joined by Denis Frimpong. Denis is a pro MMA fighter, BJJ blue belt and contestant on Oktagon Challenge: UK vs Ireland. The conversation covers Denis’ introduction to martial arts, what he’s like when the camera isn’t rolling and his opinions on British & Irish MMA. Before the menace joins the conversation...

In this episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast the lads talk entertainment. The conversation covers the recent Quintet event, upcoming ADCC European Trials and a few viral videos. Mike and Ken weigh up Gi vs NoGi, timelimit vs no-timelimit and knife vs spoon. Once again the pair stray into topics they are grossly under qualified to discuss, but discuss them anyway. Listen this week for all of the above...

The Degen BJJ Podcast is back…a week later than planned due to some technical difficulties. The lads rehash the topics covered in the lost episode and catch-up on their recent training. Mike talks about Gran Canaria and the healing properties of ice baths. In contrast, Ken's been eating tacos in Deptford. It doesn't stop at ice baths, Mike is off the booze and off the mats too! Listen this week to...