On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys sit down with Aaron James—a lineman, veteran, and true survivor—who shares the powerful story of surviving a 7,500-volt electrical accident that led to one of the most extensive facial transplants in U.S. history. Aaron walks us through the day of the accident, waking up from a six-week coma, and the long, painful road through over 30 surgeries. Alongside his wife Meagan, he opens up about mental recovery, organ donation, and finding purpose through motivational speaking. This is a raw, emotional, and ultimately inspiring conversation about resilience, love, and second chances.Chapters:00:00:00 Disclaimer00:00:13 MuscleMeds Carnivor Memorial Day Sale 00:00:34 Podcast Begins – Introducing Aaron James 00:01:35 The Electrical Accident – 7,500 Volts to the Face 00:03:22 What Happened That Day – Memory Gaps & Bucket Lift 00:05:11 Waking Up from a Six-Week Coma 00:06:49 Meagan Gets the Call – “He May Die Before You Arrive” 00:08:25 Condition Stabilizes – Day-by-Day Survival 00:13:48 Meagan Reflects on Strength, Support & Loyalty 00:15:20 33 Surgeries and the Facial Transplant Journey 00:18:03 How NYU Selected Him – Testing, Waiting, the Call 00:21:50 Why Aaron Turned to Motivational Speaking 00:23:25 Meagan’s Commitment – “I’m Here for the Long Haul” 00:24:45 Life After Trauma – The Wall That Divides Everything 00:26:25 Being a Lineman – Respect, Risks & Brotherhood 00:32:28 Injuries Explained – Entry, Exit, and Physical Damage 00:35:10 Transplanted Eye, Stem Cells, and Healing Experiments 00:37:41 Phantom Pain & Nerve Growth After Surgery 00:39:12 Facial Transplant History & Ethics 00:40:53 The Donor’s Gift – Saving Multiple Lives 00:47:44 Speaking to Linemen – “This Could Be You” 00:50:02 Meagan’s Loyalty & 22 Years of Marriage 00:51:32 Launching Their Speaking Brand – Stuck With Purpose 00:53:45 Ongoing Recovery, Medication, and Life Today 00:56:35 Final Reflections – Gratitude, Resilience, and LegacyFollow 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!

On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys sit down with South Jersey native and host of The Big Man's Report Live, Blake Rossell. They talk about growing up at the Jersey Shore, coaching, teaching, and breaking into the podcast world. Blake shares stories about hustling for guests, meeting Kellyanne Conway, and wild encounters from his security days. The conversation touches on catfish blackmail, Jersey food debates, Kensington’s drug crisis, and even a few conspiracy theories. It’s a wide-ranging episode packed with personal stories and unexpected turns.Chapters:00:00:00 Disclaimer 00:00:13 MuscleMeds Promo00:00:52 Podcast Begins – Blake Rossell Joins 00:02:08 Blake’s Background & Jersey Shore Upbringing 00:05:14 Becoming a Teacher & Starting The Big Man’s Podcast 00:08:49 How He Books Guests & Kellyanne Conway Story 00:12:40 Working Security – Craziest Experiences 00:16:42 Catfish Blackmail Messages & Instagram DM Scams 00:20:53 Diner Food Combos & South Jersey Eating Habits 00:24:44 Kensington's Drug Crisis & Philly Stories 00:28:55 Conspiracy Talk – P. Diddy, Flat Earth, NASA 00:35:42 Podcast Goals & Platform Growth 00:39:16 Santino Banter & Comedy Impressions 00:42:01 Challenging Guests & Booking Hustles 00:47:35 High School Coaching & Motivating Teens 00:51:57 Back to Diner Food – Milkshakes, Pork Roll & More 00:54:12 Closing Thoughts & Where to Find Blake 00:56:09 Outro – Like & Subscribe 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!

On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys react to Bo Nickal’s first UFC loss and debate whether RDR is a future title contender. Frankie breaks down weight cuts, fight prep, and what separates good from great in MMA. They talk about Sandhagen’s jiu-jitsu evolution, pound-for-pound rankings, and the state of modern wrestling. Later, the conversation shifts to Jersey wildfires, Pine Barrens mob rumors, favorite HBO series, and a brutal airline travel nightmare that nearly left Roger stranded.Chapters:00:00:00 Disclaimer 00:00:13 Carnivor Protein Hydration Promo 00:01:33 Podcast Kicks Off – Recapping Last Episode 00:02:18 Gorilla Debate Revisited 00:02:37 Hair Transplant Update & Turkey Clinic Story 00:03:53 Jiu-Jitsu Tournament Weekend Recap 00:04:54 Bo Nickal Loss Reaction & Analysis 00:06:27 RDR Performance Breakdown 00:07:23 Bo Nickal Weight Cut Discussion 00:08:52 Fight Weight Cutting Explained 00:09:13 RDR’s Knee Finish & Dutch Striking 00:09:46 Sandhagen vs Figueiredo Fight Recap 00:10:42 Ryan Hall’s 50/50 Jiu-Jitsu & Coaching 00:11:20 BJ Penn & Ryan Hall Career Talk 00:12:11 Islam Makhachev vs. Top Contenders 00:13:29 UFC Title Picture: Islam, Oliveira, Poirier 00:14:01 Craig Jones Gym Story & Submission 00:14:55 Belal Muhammad vs Jack Della Maddalena 00:15:42 What Makes a Great Fighter vs Exciting One 00:16:40 Wildfire Arrest – Piney Story 00:18:35 Pine Barrens & Sopranos Mob References 00:20:28 Santino Impression & Banter 00:20:49 Best HBO Series Debate 00:23:25 Favorite Actors & Performances 00:28:15 Tom Hardy, Bronson, & Underrated Roles 00:29:09 Modern Comedy is Dead? 00:30:12 New Naked Gun Movie with Liam Neeson 00:31:11 Gay Joke Banter & Lip-Smacking Callouts 00:31:51 Gorilla Debate Still Going Strong 00:32:52 Aliens vs Predator Citizenship Game Show 00:33:34 Predator Movie References & Cast 00:35:15 Schwarzenegger, MeToo, & Predator Legacy 00:36:07 Frankie vs 10 White Belts Hypothetical 00:37:07 Russian Knight Armor Fighting Leagues 00:37:52 Trump Sued Over Wind Turbines in NJ 00:39:10 Live Free or Die – New Hampshire Laws 00:40:41 REAL ID Conspiracy & Government Overreach 00:41:27 Nightmare JetBlue Flight Cancellation Story 00:45:05 Why Newark Airport is a Disaster 00:46:30 Barely Making the Flight – Miracle Ending 00:47:10 Outro – Follow & Subscribe 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!

On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys dive into the viral “100 men vs. 1 gorilla” debate, unpacking tactics, strength and stamina in a hilariously heated back-and-forth. They compare gorillas to grizzlies, debate animal agility and even discuss bear-chasing strategies. The conversation shifts to UFC’s streaming future, Trump’s influence on Canada’s election and Amazon’s response to new tariffs. Plus, gym stories, grocery store pet peeves and a controversial police arrest in Toms River round out the episode.Chapters:00:00:00 Intro00:00:13 Carnivor Protein Hydration00:01:32 Nice Weather Banter & Mood Booster 00:02:29 100 Men vs 1 Gorilla Debate Begins 00:06:21 How Many Men Would It Take? Strength & Tactics 00:09:51 Gorilla Stamina & Fight Strategy 00:12:33 Comparing Gorilla vs Bear Stamina & Fighting Style 00:17:40 Which Animal Would Be the Hardest to Beat? 00:20:00 Bear Speed & Hunting Strategy 00:23:15 Running From a Bear – Tree Strategy Debate 00:24:17 Gym Strength Talk – Bench Press & Squatting Stories 00:29:42 UFC Streaming Rights & Netflix Rumors 00:33:16 Trump’s Influence on Canadian Election 00:34:50 Tariffs Debate & Amazon’s Price Transparency Plan 00:36:12 Ronnie Coleman Talk & Bodybuilding Stress 00:37:15 Fight Nerves, Title Pressure & Mental Preparation 00:39:30 Dave Smith, Trump, and the Illusion of Wins 00:40:24 Pet Peeves – Slow Drivers & Grocery Store Rage 00:44:08 Self-Checkout Theft & Loss Prevention Tactics 00:46:12 Cops, Shoplifters, and Compassionate Policing 00:48:10 Female Officer Arrest in Toms River Drama 00:50:27 Diversity Standards in Police & Military RolesFollow 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!

On this episode of @ChampandtheTramp, the guys go off the rails in the best way—breaking down the latest headlines, wild conspiracies, and real-life stories. They dive into forest fires in New Jersey, the truth about space tourism, moon landing conspiracies, and flat earth theories. They also discuss Kanye West, celebrity manipulation rumors, and whether fame is manufactured behind the scenes. Plus, they debate freedom of speech, social media chaos, and how friendships change over time. Raw, hilarious, and unfiltered as always—don’t miss it! 🔥🎙️

Chapters:

00:00:00 – Intro

00:00:32 – Carnivor Lean Meal

00:02:00 – Forest Fires in New Jersey: What’s Really Going On?

00:07:15 – Celebrity Rumors: Are Some Rappers Industry Plants?

00:09:40 – Kanye West and Celebrity Manipulation

00:12:10 – Space Tourism Debate: Is It All a Scam?

00:17:05 – Moon Landing Conspiracies and NASA Skepticism

00:22:45 – Flat Earth Theories: Why Do Some People Still Believe?

00:27:30 – Freedom of Speech: Is It Dying in America?

00:32:20 – Remembering Friendships That Fade Over Time

00:36:40 – Crazy Conspiracies: What We Believe vs. What We Laugh At

00:42:15 – The Power of the Internet: Good, Bad, and Ugly

00:47:00 – Modern Society’s Short Attention Span Problem

00:51:25 – Final Thoughts and Funniest Moments

00:56:45 – Outro and Call to Action: Like, Share, and Subscribe

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On this episode of @ChampandtheTramp, the guys sit down with Bill Spadea, longtime radio host and current New Jersey gubernatorial candidate, for a fiery and unfiltered political deep dive. From exposing issues with the state’s school system, energy policy, and illegal immigration laws to debating gun rights, censorship, and parental choice—no topic is off the table. Bill gets personal about his reasons for running, his experience in media, and the battles he’s ready to take on. Whether you’re fired up about politics or just want to hear real talk from real people, this episode brings the heat. 🔥🇺🇸Chapters:00:00:00 – Intro00:01:32 – Carnivor Lean Meal Mocha Latte00:02:45 – Bill Spadea on why he’s running for Governor00:06:15 – Illegal immigration in NJ & sanctuary state policies00:10:45 – Voting, driver’s licenses, and law enforcement limitations00:14:35 – Immigration reform and the cost to taxpayers00:18:00 – Police frustration and viral media narratives00:21:15 – Censorship, fake news, and media bias00:24:30 – Student protests, Palestine, and visa policy debates00:28:15 – COVID mandates, Trump, and government overreach00:33:10 – The energy crisis, nuclear power, and gas bans00:38:22 – School boards, expired terms, and executive action00:42:00 – Parental rights, trans policy, and school sports debates00:45:05 – School choice, charter schools, and education reform00:49:20 – Teacher pensions, real estate taxes, and town budgets00:52:10 – Flu shot mandates and government overreach00:55:05 – Environmental policy and clean energy debate01:00:12 – Taxes, property reform, and savings for seniors01:04:55 – Closing thoughts and final Spadea message to voters01:07:18 – Outro and thank you from the hostsFollow 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!

On this episode of @ChampandtheTramp, the guys are joined by longtime friend and former MMA fighter Jamal Patterson for a raw and hilarious deep dive into the fight game, street fights, and what it takes to make it. They share wild stories from the early MMA days, breaking down everything from smelly opponents and UFC nerves to the struggles of balancing fight careers with real life. The guys get real about the harsh truths of chasing fighting dreams, alternative careers, and what it means to “make it” in the sport today. With a perfect mix of laughter, insight, and brutal honesty—this is one you don’t want to miss.

Chapters:

00:00:00 – Intro and Disclaimer

00:00:13 – Carnivor Lean Meal

00:01:05 – Kicking off the episode with Jamal Patterson

00:02:05 – Jamal reflects on the podcast's growth and chemistry

00:06:45 – Loyalty and real friendships in fight teams

00:08:00 – The infamous “smelly opponent” fight story

00:11:00 – The early Jersey MMA scene and wild promotion memories

00:15:20 – Conditioning over muscles: what really wins fights

00:17:30 – The mindset of champions and why some fighters burn out

00:20:00 – What happens when your whole identity is fighting

00:23:30 – The Wolf of Wall Street and dream alternative careers

00:27:40 – Parenting, purpose, and finding meaning after fighting

00:32:30 – Classic Frankie injury story: the knee check mix-up

00:36:15 – IFL, GFL, and why fight leagues struggle to survive

00:41:20 – Why the UFC succeeded where others failed

00:45:15 – The evolution of MMA stars: from Hughes to Conor to Pereira

00:50:10 – Why Robbie Lawler is a real-life action figure

00:53:45 – What jiu-jitsu really teaches—and how it evolves fighters

00:58:40 – The five martial arts that actually work

01:02:15 – Jamal’s message to parents thinking about jiu-jitsu for kids

01:05:45 – Life skills kids carry forever through combat sports

01:08:30 – The psychology behind fighters dealing with loss

01:12:15 – Volkanovski’s mental toughness vs. parenting perspective

01:17:00 – What martial arts truly matter in 2024?

01:20:30 – Can you still make it in MMA without jiu-jitsu?

01:25:00 – Best fighters with minimal jiu-jitsu skills

01:30:45 – The opioid/fentanyl crisis and addiction in the fight world

01:33:00 – Final thoughts: Jamal plugs All-Star Martial Arts & message to parents

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On this episode of @champandthetramp, we're joined by special guest Triple C - Henry Cejudo! The Olympic gold medalist and two-division UFC champion discusses Penn State's wrestling dominance, Trump's impact on combat sports, his presence at NCAA tournaments, and what it means for wrestling's exposure. Henry also weighs in on the internet sensation Giorgio Pulis and his $1000 takedown challenge, plus shares insights on American wrestlers competing internationally. After our system crashes mid-conversation with Triple C, the guys continue with discussions about the upcoming New Jersey governor's race, COVID policies, and wrap up with stories from their school days.

Chapters:

00:00:00 - Intro & Disclaimer

00:00:13 - MuscleMeds Stemtropin

00:01:04 - Show Opening Theme

00:01:43 - Introducing Henry Cejudo

00:05:33 - Anthony Knox Wrestling Story

00:07:07 - Olympic vs College Wrestling Discussion

00:13:17 - Giorgio Pulis $1000 Challenge Talk

00:16:31 - Ticket Pricing & Scalping Discussion

00:17:27 - Trump's Impact on Combat Sports

00:20:25 - International Wrestling Opportunities

00:23:17 - American vs Dagestan Wrestling Comparison 00:26:11 - Technical Difficulties/End of Cejudo Interview 00:26:47 - New Jersey Governor Race Discussion

00:29:14 - Political Party Analysis

00:30:42 - COVID Policy Impact on Different Regions

00:46:10 - Bill Burr & Political Comedy Discussion

00:47:33 - New Jersey Infrastructure Issues

01:00:00 - Show Wrap Up & Outro

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On this episode of @champandthetramp, the guys dive into a wide-ranging conversation covering everything from wrestling updates, including the shocking upset of Olympic champion Gable Stevenson, to discussions about recent podcasting moves by political figures. They share their thoughts on UFC fighter Paige VanZant, the Cain Velasquez sentencing, and swap stories about local New Jersey infrastructure issues, including the recent concerning sinkholes appearing on Route 80. The episode features a candid discussion about recovery methods for fighters and athletes, plus recommendations for new shows to watch.

Chapters:

00:00:00 - Podcast Disclaimer & Introduction

00:00:13 - Carnivore Protein Hydration

00:01:12 - Show Opening & Theme Music

00:01:56 - Discussion on Recovery Methods & Therapy

00:28:18 - Paige VanZant & MMA Talk

00:29:33 - Cain Velasquez Sentencing Discussion

00:34:29 - Famous Bank Heist Shootout Story

00:37:16 - Military & Weapons Discussion

00:38:58 - Yemen Strike Controversy

00:40:17 - Political Discussion

00:52:39 - Personal Stories & TV Show Recommendations

00:57:10 - Discussion on Mormon History & Cults

01:02:33 - Ruby Ridge & Government Overreach Talk

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On this episode of @ChampandtheTramp, the guys dive into a wild mix of topics, from UFC drama and crazy conspiracy theories to bizarre real-life stories. They discuss the JFK files and what’s still being hidden, Bryce Mitchell’s disturbing nightmares, and whether Trump showing up at a UFC event will shake things up. Frankie shares a personal health update while the guys debate vegan food trends, self-checkout theft, and the insanity of Octomom’s IVF story. With plenty of hilarious banter, bold takes, and unexpected detours, this episode is packed with entertainment and unfiltered opinions. Don’t miss it! 🔥🔗Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro and Disclaimer00:00:13 - Carnivor Shred Promo: Burn Fat, Build Muscle with Beef Protein00:01:14 - Kicking Off the Episode: Random Banter00:02:09 - Wild Prison Convo: “Gay Rapist Saves Woman”00:03:27 - Frankie’s MRI Experience: Dealing with Claustrophobia00:07:12 - NFL and Strikeforce Talk: Batista’s MMA Career00:10:44 - Octomom’s Crazy IVF Story00:13:59 - Self-Checkout Theft and Store Policies00:18:35 - Reflecting on Fighting Mentality and UFC Nostalgia00:21:06 - Trump Expected at UFC Event00:25:08 - JFK Files Discussion: Conspiracies and Redacted Documents00:27:26 - Bryce Mitchell’s Nightmares and Concerning Comments00:32:45 - UFC Drama: Mitchell vs. Silva Hype00:39:53 - Vegan Food Debate and the Rise of “Franken-Food”00:44:41 - Funny Banter About Soup, Seafood, and Weird Food Takes00:46:30 - Frankie’s Health Update: Dealing with Chronic Pain00:51:14 - Gym Talk: Losing Weight, Gaining Mass, and Fitness Routines00:52:33 - Sign-Off and Closing RemarksFollow 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!