Champ and The Tramp

Frankie Edgar and Roger Mathews

UFC Hall of Famer Frankie Edgar and MTV Personality Roger Mathews come together in their man cave every week touching on real life issues, current events, MMA discussion, Reality TV, fatherhood, dating, guests and so much more.

  1. 3D AGO

    The Guys Talk Why This Was One of the Wildest Moments in UFC History​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ | Episode #313

    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 - Disclaimer00:00:13 - Carnivore00:01:37 - DoorDash Order Gone Wrong00:09:12 - E-ZPass Nightmare00:13:32 - UFC Fight Breakdown00:15:12 - Joe Pyfer & Mental Health in Fighting00:17:49 - Bryce Mitchell & Handling Losses00:27:17 - Europe Trip Plans00:29:23 - Pickpockets & Sketchy Places Worldwide00:38:39 - Club Scene & Raves00:42:17 - Christian Music & Faith Resurgence00:46:11 - Taking L’s & Keeping the Monster at BayFollow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/champandthetrampTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@champandthetrampFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/champandthetrampDon't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more unfiltered conversations about combat sports, politics, and everything in between!

    49 min

  2. MAR 27

    The Guys Talk the Fight Card That Has Dana White Nervous | Episode #312

    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, UFC drug testing, Steve-O's tattoo controversy, and a whole lot more. Episode 312 is loose, unfiltered, and exactly what you need. Chapters: 00:00:00 - Disclaimer 00:00:13 - Carnivor 00:01:37 - Ep. 312 Kicks Off 00:07:00 - White House Card / PFL Talk 00:09:13 - Chandler, Conor and the Next Big Fight 00:11:44 - Stress, Training and Frankie's Son Wrestles 00:15:17 - Rapid Fire Questions 00:25:34 - Chappell Roan Controversy / Rude Celebrities 00:27:08 - Fan Encounters and Famous People in the Wild 00:30:19 - Jon Jones, UFC Pay and Drug Testing 00:33:17 - Weed in the Gym / Marijuana and Performance 00:34:55 - Steve-O's Tattoo Situation 00:36;40 - Grammys, Oscars and Celebrity Culture 00:38:29 - Outro Follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/champandthetrampTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@champandthetrampFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/champandthetrampDon't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more unfiltered conversations about combat sports, politics, and everything in between!

    40 min

  3. MAR 14

    Alliance Orthopedics on Recovery, Robotics and a Broken Healthcare System | Ep 311​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

    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 Toms River location opening this summer. If you’re banged up and tired of waiting six weeks just to get an MRI, this one’s for you. Chapters: 00:00:00 - Disclaimer 00:00:13 - Carnivore 00:01:37 - Welcome Mike and Bill from Alliance Orthopedics 00:02:05 - What Alliance Orthopedics Does and Where They’re Located 00:04:50 - Avoiding Surgery vs. When You Actually Need It 00:07:48 - The Traction Machine and What Makes Alliance Different 00:12:04 - Most Common Injuries They Treat 00:13:15 - PRP Injections, Cartilage Shots and the Future of Medicine 00:13:57 - Robotic Surgery and Precision 00:14:41 - Imaging On Site and Insurance Nightmares 00:17:51 - Frankie and Roger Talk Their Own Back Surgeries 00:19:19 - Movement Is Medicine and Core Strength 00:19:55 - The AlterG Machine and Custom Orthotics 00:21:14 - Pre and Post Operative Care Under One Roof 00:22:18 - Roger Gets His Hand Checked Out Live 00:25:22 - New Toms River Location Opening This Summer Follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/champandthetrampTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@champandthetrampFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/champandthetrampDon't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more unfiltered conversations about combat sports, politics, and everything in between!

    28 min

  4. MAR 7

    Roger Says We Were Lied To About The Iran War And He’s Done Staying Quiet | Episode #210

    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. Oliveira and who's still a dog on the bone. No guests, no filter — just the guys going in.Chapters:00:00:01 - Disclaimer00:00:13 - Carnivore00:01:00 - Intro00:01:37 - Mushrooms, Psychedelics & Roger Never Blasting Off00:11:45 - Iran War & Nobody Knows What's Real00:17:13 - Epstein Files & The Vaccine Rabbit Hole00:21:14 - America, Rome & Who We Have Left00:27:26 - Canada Talk & Border Stories00:33:30 - Alex Pereira, Jon Jones & The Aspinall Situation00:35:28 - Famous vs. Infamous — Tyson, Ali, Jones00:39:05 - Holloway vs. Oliveira & The BMF Belt00:41:33 - Logan Paul vs. Tom Brady — Who's The Better AthleteFollow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/champandthetrampTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@champandthetrampFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/champandthetrampDon't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more unfiltered conversations about combat sports, politics, and everything in between!

    47 min

  5. FEB 28

    The Guys EXPOSE The Truth Behind The Strickland Backlash | Episode #309

    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 spicy. Chapters: 00:00 Disclaimer 00:13 Carnivor 01:00 Show Intro 01:37 CTE & Testosterone Talk 06:07 Raising Tough Kids 06:21 Wrestling State Finals 07:58 Olympics Recap 09:08 Michael Phelps & Olympic Records 11:15 Sex Before Fights Debate 12:01 Strickland Controversy 15:03 Rigged Fight Rumors 17:00 Trump Women’s Hockey Comment 18:05 Hockey Tragedy Discussion 21:58 Balloon Boy Throwback 23:12 Lakewood Controversy 30:12 Pacquiao vs Mayweather Rematch 31:30 Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano 35:23 Sage Northcutt Talk 35:54 Michael Jordan & NASCAR 39:31 Bo Jackson vs Deion Sanders 42:29 Weight Cutting Horror Stories 43:07 Brutal Winter & Climate Debate 48:39 Wrap Up Follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/champandthetrampTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@champandthetrampFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/champandthetrampDon't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more unfiltered conversations about combat sports, politics, and everything in between!

    50 min

  6. FEB 20

    The Guys BREAK DOWN the 3 Million Pages No One Can Ignore | Episode #308

    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:00:00:00 Disclaimer 00:00:13 Carnivor 00:01:24 Wrestling Dad Life 00:07:12 Eric LeGrand & Perspective 00:08:14 Epstein Files & “What Is Real?” 00:13:13 Politics Since 2020 00:21:40 Fear, Speaking Up & Consequences 00:34:08 Cain Velasquez Sentencing 00:35:37 System Corruption & Accountability 00:49:54 AI, Truth & The Future 00:50:32 Protecting Kids Above All Follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/champandthetrampTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@champandthetrampFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/champandthetrampDon't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more unfiltered conversations about combat sports, politics, and everything in between!

    53 min

  7. FEB 14

    Harley Flanagan Talks Cro-Mags, Chaos, and Finding Peace at 59 | Episode #307

    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 documentary Wired For Chaos and buckle up. Chapters: 00:00 Disclaimer 00:13 Carnivor 01:21 Show Start 01:26 Harley Flanagan Joins the Show 02:21 First Riot at 13 in Ireland 03:34 Underground Combat League Stories 08:07 Getting Clean & UFC 2 Inspiration 10:11 Walking into Renzo’s Academy 16:17 Anger, Dopamine & Therapy Breakthrough 22:26 YouTube Setup & Street Altercation with His Son 31:20 Fight or Flight in Today’s World 40:26 PTSD Realization & Jocko’s Advice 42:56 Webster Hall Stabbing 46:26 Childhood Trauma & Violence 49:02 Wired For Chaos Documentary 50:58 Touring 600 Shows & Life at 59 54:21 Adrenaline of Performing vs Fight Night 57:19 Why the Film Connects With Everyone Follow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/champandthetrampTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@champandthetrampFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/champandthetrampDon't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more unfiltered conversations about combat sports, politics, and everything in between!

    1 hr

  8. FEB 7

    Frankie Edgar Reveals Why Volk Is Still Dangerous for Everyone | Episode #306

    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 anymore. Pure Champ & Tramp chaos.Chapters:00:00 – Disclaimer00:13 – Carnivor01:45 – UFC on Paramount: Ads, Walkouts & Viewership04:10 – Bonuses Doubled & Fight of the Night Talk05:28 – Volkanovski, Aldo & Featherweight GOAT Debate08:18 – Ilia Topuria, Power vs Skill12:29 – Training Camps & Bringing Sparring Partners In15:06 – Dan Hooker, Gatekeepers & Entertaining Fighters17:15 – Gaethje vs Paddy Pimblett Breakdown20:45 – Lightweight Title Picture & Arman Tsarukyan25:25 – Top 5 Movies (Old School Only)33:45 – Epstein Files & Media Manipulation39:30 – Gaza, War & Civilian Casualties41:40 – Free Speech, Zionism & Censorship47:46 – Politics, Division & Common GroundFollow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/champandthetrampTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@champandthetrampFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/champandthetrampDon't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more unfiltered conversations about combat sports, politics, and everything in between!

    59 min
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UFC Hall of Famer Frankie Edgar and MTV Personality Roger Mathews come together in their man cave every week touching on real life issues, current events, MMA discussion, Reality TV, fatherhood, dating, guests and so much more.

Information

  • Creator
    Frankie Edgar and Roger Mathews
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    314
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Frankie Edgar and Roger Mathews
  • Show Website
    Champ and The Tramp

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