Champ and The Tramp

Frankie Edgar and Roger Mathews
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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.

  1. 1D AGO

    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

  2. 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

  3. 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

  4. 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

  5. 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

  6. 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

  7. JAN 29

    Jenn Plescia Explains the Unintended Impact of New NJ Healthcare Legislation | Episode #305

    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 raised major concerns across the NP community. This conversation hits close to home as families, livelihoods, and the future of independent healthcare are all at stake. Chapters: 00:00 Disclaimer 00:13 Carnivor 01:22 Introducing Jenn Plescia and the Topic 02:39 Jenn Plescia’s Background and Medical Practice 04:52 Overview of Recent NJ Healthcare Legislation 07:15 Discussion Around Patient Safety Considerations 10:03 How Healthcare Policy Decisions Are Made 11:28 New Jersey’s Healthcare Regulatory Landscape 12:14 Stakeholders Involved in Healthcare Policy 15:48 Understanding the Legal and Regulatory Process 17:31 Timeline of Recent Policy Developments 19:04 Patient Care Considerations in Today’s Healthcare System 20:27 Implementation Timelines and Operational Planning 23:01 Broader Implications for Nurse Practitioners 28:19 Ways for the Public to Stay Informed and Engaged 31:19 Communicating with Elected Representatives 34:11 Resources, Petitions, and Public Information 38:08 IVs By The Seas and Closing Thoughts 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!

    39 min

  8. JAN 23

    The Alaskan Avenger Explains Why the System Protects Monsters | Episode #304

    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 Jason Vukovich “The Alaskan Avenger” joins the show01:57 Vigilantism and the hammer attacks04:41 Sentencing: 28 years vs 3 years11:54 Life after prison and social media presence13:40 Book or documentary talks15:33 Did he expect the consequences?18:01 Leaving home young and Alaska work life19:31 Why courts go easy on sex offenders21:30 Cain Velasquez, Epstein, and double standards24:05 Politics, division, and public distraction27:16 Accountability, awareness, and moving forward29:18 Final thoughts and where to find JasonFollow 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!

    30 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.

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  • Creator
    Frankie Edgar and Roger Mathews
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    312
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Frankie Edgar and Roger Mathews
  • Show Website
    Champ and The Tramp

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