Champ and The Tramp

On this episode of Champ and The Tramp, Roger Mathews and Frankie Edgar are back for another unfiltered conversation covering everything from nature, animals, culture, and the biggest debates happening today. The guys kick things off talking about the Strawberry Moon, old beliefs around full moons, wildlife, hunting, fishing, sharks, orcas, and why some animals struggle in captivity. The conversat...

Combat veteran and world-record disabled powerlifter Derick Carver joins Roger Mathews and Frankie Edgar for one of the most thought-provoking conversations yet. Derrick shares the story of why he joined the military after 9/11, how growing up without strong role models shaped his life, and the lessons he learned serving in Afghanistan. From overcoming failure to finding purpose, he explains why "...

UFC Freedom 250, parenting, life lessons, and unforgettable stories—this episode of The Champ and The Tramp has it all. Roger Mathews and Frankie Edgar kick things off by discussing the tragic loss of a young wrestler, leading to a heartfelt conversation about how quickly life can change. From e-bike safety and raising kids in today's world to personal stories of loss, survival, and resilience...

Roger Mathews and Frankie Edgar are back with another entertaining episode of The Champ and The Tramp! The guys talk about surviving a brutal Northeast winter, why summer at the Jersey Shore hits differently, beach life, boating, motorcycles, parenting, and raising adventurous kids in today's world. They also share hilarious stories, including a wild beach brawl involving Roger's sister Re...

Frankie breaks down his experience competing at RAF and what it was really like stepping onto the mat against one of the world's best grapplers, Merab Dvalishvili. From the atmosphere feeling like a UFC fight week to meeting legends like Kurt Angle and Jon Jones, Frankie shares the highs, the lessons learned, and why he has zero regrets about taking the challenge. He discusses what surprised him m...

Welcome back to another episode of Champ and The Tramp! This one goes everywhere — from parenting and phones to AI conspiracies, movies, sports, wrestling, and some wild entertainment debates. Frankie Edgar and Roger Mathews dive into whether smartphones are changing the next generation, strange theories surrounding presidents and history, the evolution of AI, and some fun movie discussions. The g...

On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys talk UFC 318 fallout — Sean Brady dominating Buckley, the Strickland-Hazmat scale controversy, Ryan Cafaro's wild comeback in Japan, and the Van vs. Tesoro war that had Frankie second-guessing the stoppage. Frankie breaks down his upcoming wrestling match with Merab Dvalishvili, why he said yes, and how he's training different this camp. Then...

On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys talk shop with local stud John "Body Shot" Leonardo, the 13-1-1 super bantamweight from Jersey gearing up for a hometown war on June 13th at the Tropicana in Atlantic City. John breaks down how he linked up with Frankie for the bare knuckle camp, what it's like being trained by his father, and the brutal weight cut that left him passed o...

On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys talk with TUF Season 12 winner Jonathan Brookins about walking away from the UFC to live out of a backpack across India, Montreal, and now Costa Rica. He opens up about losing his siblings, finding faith, and the price of chasing passion over paychecks. From beating Michael Johnson to getting pulled from a Masvidal-era bare knuckle card at the last mi...

On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys talk with BKFC light heavyweight Cody "The Knucklemaniac" Vidal about his 5-round war with David Simpson that ripped his septum clean out the socket, why he skipped the hospital, and how hypnotherapy pulled him out of a dark spot 30 years in the making. Cody gets into his wild training resume with Johnny Hendricks, Kamaru Usman, Sean Strickl...

On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys talk DoorDash drama, a $2,400 E-ZPass nightmare, and why the system is rigged against you. They break down the latest UFC fights, Bryce Mitchell, Joe Pyfer’s demons, and what it really takes to come back after losses. The episode wraps with a raw conversation about faith, taking L’s in life, and why God’s making a comeback. Chapters:00:00:00 - Disclai...

On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys talk stand-up comedy, women in the game, and whether Nikki Glaser is really at the top. Frankie opens up about his son dominating on the wrestling mat, and the boys go rapid-fire on zombie apocalypses, fan encounters gone wrong, and who Roger would cast to play him in his life movie. They also get into the White House card, Jon Jones's money situation...

On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys talk injuries, recovery, and what it actually takes to avoid going under the knife with Mike and Bill from Alliance Orthopedics. Frankie opens up about his back issues and how he’s managed to dodge surgery, while Roger gets his busted hand assessed on the spot. Alliance breaks down everything from PRP injections to robotic surgery to their brand new T...

On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys talk mushrooms, microdosing, and whether Roger will ever actually blast off, then shift gears into the Iran war, Epstein files, and why nobody's doing anything about any of it. Frankie breaks down Jon Jones being infamous vs. famous, the guys debate Logan Paul vs. Tom Brady in an all-around athlete showdown, and cap it off talking Holloway vs. Oliveir...

On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys talk CTE, testosterone, and the real effects of getting cracked in the head for a living — then they break down the Sean Strickland backlash and expose what’s really going on behind the outrage. From rigged fight rumors to Pacquiao vs. Mayweather running it back, Ronda vs. Gina, Olympic chaos, and Jersey politics — nothing’s off limits. This one gets...

On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys talk wrestling dads, Cain Velasquez, and the insanity surrounding the Epstein files. Frankie breaks down getting chippy at his kids’ matches, the reality of protecting your house, and what happens when trust in the system completely collapses. No filters, no script — just two dads trying to figure out what’s real. This one gets deep fast. Chapters:00:...

On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys talk with Harley Flanagan about surviving chaos, street violence, PTSD, and how jiu-jitsu and music saved his life. From the raw days of the Underground Combat League to getting clean after UFC 2 inspired him, Harley opens up about trauma, fatherhood, fighting demons, and finding peace at 59. This one’s heavy, honest, and real — no filters. Watch his...

On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys talk UFC’s new Paramount era, massive viewership numbers, bonus money doubling, and whether the product is actually getting better. They break down Volk, Ilia, Holloway, Gaethje vs Paddy, and what really matters when judging all-time greats. Then it goes off the rails into movies, Epstein files, politics, free speech, and why nobody trusts anything an...

On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys talk with Jenn Plescia, owner of IVs By The Seas, about the unintended impact of new New Jersey healthcare legislation and a last-minute executive order affecting nurse practitioner–owned medical businesses. Jenn explains how the changes could disrupt patient care, create serious challenges for small healthcare businesses, and why the timing has raise...

On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys talk with the Alaskan Avenger Jason Vukovich about his past, the price he paid for vigilantism, and how the justice system protects the wrong people. Jason breaks down his prison time, life after release, and why he still speaks out. This one gets heavy, real, and uncomfortable — exactly how it should be. Chapters:00:00 Disclaimer00:13 Carnivor01:22 J...

On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys sit down with Chris Leben — one of the original savages from the wildest era of UFC. From The Ultimate Fighter changing his life overnight to throwing down with Anderson Silva, Leben breaks down what fighting was really like before the sport cleaned itself up. Judging corruption, bareknuckle business, and why most fighters don’t survive the other side...

On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys talk… about gym injuries, genetics, freak athletes, and why the news feels more like a scripted show. Frankie and Roger dive into the Maduro situation, Venezuela, and how global politics turn into pure theater. They also get into deepfakes, media manipulation, and why trusting anything online is getting harder by the day. Raw conversation with zero fi...

On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys chat with King Tolo, a Florida-based bodybuilder, gym owner, military veteran, and fitness influencer, about what it really takes to live at the extreme edge of physical performance. They get into injuries, stem cells, peptides, and the behind-the-scenes reality of modern bodybuilding culture. The conversation drifts into combat sports, influencer hyp...

On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys talk… about why nothing ever feels cut and dry anymore, from major news events to viral narratives everyone argues over. Frankie and Roger dig into conspiracy culture, public skepticism, and why trust in institutions feels completely broken. They also shift gears into fight talk, legacy debates, and what really motivates fighters chasing massive payda...

On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys talk… or they chat with Chris Liguori & Jesse Holt… about wild gym stories, dating realities as you get older, and why time seems to move faster every year. The conversation takes a turn into unexplained experiences, haunted New Jersey lore, and moments that still don’t have clear answers. They also break down the latest UFC fights, judging contro...