Degen BJJ

This week the lads are joined by Matt Veiga. Matt is a BJJ black belt under Ricardo Feliciano who trains out of Checkmat Murrieta, California. In addition to almost five years as a black belt, Matt is a social media content creator who runs the OSS Nation BJJ Instagram and YouTube channels. During the conversation Matt shares some stories from his 14 years of training Jiu-jitsu in Southern Califor...

On this week's episode Mike & Ken are learning about learning. The lads are joined by Paddy - BJJ blue belt & lead trainer at Third Space, London - to talk about different approaches to skill acquisition in BJJ and movement in general. The trio cover what to do if you knock your uke unconscious with a headbutt and whether you should compete in NoGi without ever attending a NoGi class. All this and...

This week on the Degen BJJ Podcast Mike and Ken are joined by X-Martial founder, Josef Mogh. Or are they? After being stood up, the lads have a quick catch up. Mike reviews his recent performance at the reSurrey Open. True to form, we messed up and need to right some wrongs, this time around the x-martial discount code. Guest: N/A The Boys’ Socials: https://www.instagram.com/degen_bjj_pod/ https:/...

Mike and Ken are back for Episode 19 of the Degen BJJ Podcast. Ahead of the Surry Open, the lads talk about what they expect from a gym when it comes to preparing for a competition and the difference between team and individual sports. Mike compares his focused approach to training, or lack thereof, to that of his training partners. Also, has he ever mentioned that he hates wrist locks? Listen to...

This is episode 18 of the Degen BJJ Podcast and this week the lads get lyrical. Mike and Ken are joined by Benny - training partner and musician - ahead of his departure to Asia, likely never to return. In addition to Benny’s travel plans and training whilst on the road, the trio discuss music for BJJ and how climbing translates to jiu-jitsu. For all this plus a healthy serving of banter, listen n...

On this week’s episode Mike and Ken reconvene after the last couple of guest episodes. The conversation is all over the place, as is the Degen BJJ Podcast way. The duo cover everything from returning to the mat after a layoff to celebrity super fights. More importantly, who is your gym nemesis? The Boys’ Socials: https://www.instagram.com/that_irish_mike/ https://www.instagram.com/degendrifter/ ht...

This week on the Degen BJJ Podcast, the lads are joined by Andrew Quinn. Andrew is a BJJ purple belt and active competitor who trains out of Treaty Grappling, Limerick. In addition to his exploits on the mats, Andrew has a penchant for memes and is the host of The Humanzeejitsu Podcast. Please don’t ask Michael how to pronounce Humanzeejitsu. Maybe this will be the episode where Mike & Ken learn w...

In this episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast, Mike & Ken are joined by Adam ‘Squishy’ Brown. Adam is a BJJ brown belt under Dominik Debiec and part of the coaching team at Mathouse BJJ. Despite diva-like demands, Squish aka “the talent” has extensive BJJ and MMA knowledge; having competed at both sports and his work as a judge on some of the UK’s largest MMA promotions. The trio knock back a couple of...

This week, Mike & Ken debrief following the BJJ247 Brighton Open. Ken gets to talk about his favourite topic, himself! In addition to the highs and lows of competing while injured, the lads chat about jiu-jitsu holidays and how expectations might impact your training. Don’t miss this Degen BJJ podcast. The Boys' Socials: https://www.instagram.com/degendrifter/ https://www.instagram.com/that_irish_...

For episode 13, Mike and Ken prepared absolutely nothing. The lads have a meandering catch up after a few days off the mats. Thankfully, a couple of highly anticipated announcements give the show some direction. There’s banter, free shit to be won, and did Michael mention only fans? …this week on the Degen BJJ Podcast. The Boys’ Socials: https://www.instagram.com/that_irish_mike/ https://www.insta...

In this week’s episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast, the lads talk rules. Mike confesses his limited understanding of the various rulesets, despite having claimed “an ADCC gold medal” in Bulgaria. Ken runs through the good, the bad & the ugly of house rules. The conversation covers culty traditions, asking for permission to roll and more. The Boys’ Socials: https://www.instagram.com/degendrifter/...

Are you a Creonte? Does anybody care? On this week’s episode Mike & Ken discuss cross-training and loyalty to your gym. The lads are joined by Tom - training partner, fashionista and Creonte - who gives his expert opinion on the topic. As per usual the conversation goes off topic and the trio talk about everything from wearing a bra on your head to biting during rolls. Guest: https://www.instagram...

This week on the Degen BJJ podcast, the lads are joined by Zach Smart. Zach is BJJ Brown Belt, jiu-jitsu content creator, Hyperfly brand ambassador and all round sound fella. Over a couple of beers and pizza, Zach shares the details of his jiu-jitsu journey. If you're looking to become a social media mogul and international man of mystery, this is the episode for you. Mentions: https://www.instagr...

In episode 9 of the Degen BJJ podcast, Mike & Ken set the record straight on some previous claims before diving into Listener's questions. Is everybody on steroids? What is an oil check? How does one commit insurance fraud? Find out this week… The Boys’ Socials: https://www.instagram.com/degen_bjj_pod/ https://www.instagram.com/degendrifter/ https://www.instagram.com/that_irish_mike/ www.degenbjjp...

In this Degen BJJ Podcast, the lads "loop back" after their trip to Ireland. Mike stumbles into topics he's got no business discussing and Ken finds an excuse to tell another travel story. The chat covers everlasting injuries, tough sparring, different training partners amongst other topics. The Boys’ Socials: https://www.instagram.com/degen_bjj_pod/ https://www.instagram.com/degendrifter/ https:/...

In this week’s episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast, Mike & Ken finish answering the recently submitted listener’s questions; Will your coach notice if you buy a fluorescent Gi? How does Mike survive on a handful of skittles a day? How important is hygiene in BJJ? Spoiler - VERY! The lads debate these topics and more. Mentions: https://www.instagram.com/heldatneedlepoint/ https://www.instagram.com...

Welcome to episode six of Degen BJJ. In this episode of the pod the boys discuss the jiu-jitsu community. Ken shares some memories from his time training on the island of Ilha Grande. While Mike talks about his recent away day to Maidenhead (although he’ll tell you it was Windsor). But the conversation doesn’t stop there! After momentarily being lost for words the conversation moves on to celebrit...

In this episode of the Degen BJJ podcast Mike & Ken share a rum with Lucus North. Luke is a black belt under Andre Pimenta and trains out of Carlson Gracie Farnborough. The conversation covers Luke's journey to black belt, training for ADCC European trials, his penchant for tonic wine, and more. Thank you to everyone who submitted questions. Guest: https://www.instagram.com/lucusnorth/ The Boys' S...

Do you like warm-ups and does anyone really like running? In this episode of Degen BJJ podcast the boys talk about their approaches to training on and off the mat. Ken chats about his first few few training sessions in Rio, Brazil. Mike shares a similar anecdote from his time in Corralejo, Fuerteventura. Sorry about the clicks! Mentions: https://www.instagram.com/mathousebjj/# https://www.instagra...

Would you sell out your pals for £100K? In this episode of the podcast Mike & Ken ponder this question whilst arguing over how they met. Other topics covered include, the recent visit from the lads at Impact MMA and, the most important question, whose idea this whole thing was in the first place?

True to form, the episode starts with some technical issues. Once the recording begins, Mike & Ken talk about what they learned from the first episode (clearly not much) and how they started training BJJ. In closing, the pair review their results from All Stars BJJ Europeans the past weekend. Shout out to Brandon Palas for the amazing artwork, his links are https://www.instagram.com/brandonpal...

Less of an episode, more of a mic check. The two hosts introduce themselves and tell the origin story of Degen BJJ. Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/degen_bjj_pod/ Email contact : www.degenbjjpod@gmail.com