Champ and The Tramp

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.

Champ and The Tramp is a society podcast hosted by Frankie Edgar and Roger Mathews, with 332 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Frankie Edgar and Roger Mathews hosts Champ and The Tramp, a society show with 332 episodes published.

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  Episode #333

  Doctors Gave Him 12 Hours to Live… Now He’s a Bodybuilder | Memphis Lafferty | Episode #333

  Oct 3, 202626 min

  Doctors gave Memphis Lafferty just 12 hours to live. Today, he’s sharing his story on Champ and the Tramp.Memphis joins Frankie Edgar and Roger Mathews to discuss surviving bacterial meningitis at six months old, losing all four limbs, and building a life around determination, faith, and pushing himself to try new things.From discovering skateboarding to going from 230 pounds to 109 pounds for the bodybuilding stage, Memphis opens up about his transformation, adapting his workouts, and his goal of earning a pro card. He also shares how his dad raised him never to quit—and stayed beside him, sleeping on the hospital floor for four months while Memphis was in a coma.The conversation goes beyond fitness, touching on childhood trauma, overcoming addiction, his family’s sobriety, and finding purpose in helping others.An honest conversation about perseverance, gratitude, and what it means to keep moving forward.Subscribe to Champ and the Tramp, like the episode, and share it with someone who could use some encouragement.#ChampAndTheTramp #MemphisLafferty #FrankieEdgar #RogerMathews #BodybuildingMemphis Lafferty Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/memphislaff_skate?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&stkn=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==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!05:14 Skateboarding, Going Viral & TV Appearances06:34 Life With Prosthetics07:13 From 230 Pounds to 109 Pounds08:04 Falling in Love With Skateboarding10:09 Starting His Fitness Journey11:27 Adapting His Workouts & Pressing 430 Pounds12:05 Growing Up Loving Boxing13:18 His Dad’s Support & Learning Never to Quit14:38 Finding Inspiration in Other Athletes15:23 Faith, Purpose & Overcoming Addiction17:45 His Family’s Sobriety Journey18:44 Adaptive Training & Learning Gratitude19:57 Hospital Memories & His Dad’s Sacrifice20:55 How Memphis Handles Everyday Tasks21:57 Boxing, Cardio & Training With Frankie22:57 Future Competitions & Pro Card Goals23:30 Nick Walker & Competitive Bodybuilding24:25 Signed Skateboards & Skateboarding Legends25:10 Memphis’s Message to Anyone Struggling25:58 Tattoos & Funny Stories27:05 Final Thoughts & Outro

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  Episode #332

  Sam Alvey Is Fighting 10 Men in One Night | Episode #332

  Sep 28, 202631 min

  One UFC veteran. Ten challengers. One night. Smilin’ Sam Alvey joins Frankie Edgar and Roger Mathews to explain his plan to take on ten opponents, one at a time—and put their claims about size and strength to the test.Sam opens up about life after the UFC, how Karate Combat changed his fighting style, and the brutal spinning kick from Uriah Hall that left him struggling to breathe. He also talks fighting in a suit of armor inside a ring of fire, calling out Eddie Hall, and the biggest moments of his career.Plus, Frankie recalls the knockout that left him unable to remember fighting—or even training for his opponent. The guys discuss the realities of getting knocked out, staying authentic in a sport built on trash talk, and why Sam keeps smiling through it all.Could ten challengers wear Sam down, or would skill win every time? Let us know in the comments.Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more episodes.#SamAlvey #FrankieEdgar #RogerMathews #MMA #UFC #KarateCombatFollow us on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/champandthetrampTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@champandthetrampFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/champandthetrampGuest: Smilin’ Sam AlveyInstagram- https://www.instagram.com/smilensam?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&stkn=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more unfiltered conversations about combat sports, politics, and everything in between!Chapters 00:00 Intro00:51 Smilin’ Sam Alvey Joins the Show01:35 Fighting Ten Challengers in One Night03:30 Size vs. Skill: Who’s Taking the Challenge?05:25 Uriah Hall’s Kick and Fighting Through Injury06:38 New Opportunities Beyond the UFC07:40 Fighting in Armor Inside a Ring of Fire12:04 Calling Out King of the Table13:22 How Karate Combat Changed Sam’s Fighting Style15:03 Leaving California for Tennessee15:52 Over 80 Fights and Sam’s First Fight Story17:00 Meeting Frankie and the Story Behind the Smile18:22 Career Highlights and the Shogun Fight That Never Happened20:15 Weight Cuts and Fighting at Heavyweight21:05 The Gable Upset and Lessons for Wrestlers22:33 Leaving the Cage After a Knockout23:44 Sam and Frankie’s Worst Knockout Stories25:13 Ten-Fight Challenge: Recovery and Event Plans26:40 Rules of the Challenge27:00 Strongman Fights and Calling Out Eddie Hall28:18 Staying Positive and Refusing to Fake Trash Talk29:56 Final Goodbyes

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  Episode #331

  Does a Vasectomy Change Your Manhood? Dr. Gazi Explains | Episode #331

  Sep 21, 20261h 5m

  The men’s health questions most guys are too embarrassed to ask—and a conversation that refuses to stay serious.Dr. Gazi joins Roger Mathews and Frankie Edgar for an unfiltered discussion about vasectomies, testosterone, sexual health, and prostate concerns. Roger shares his vasectomy experience, Frankie opens up about his low testosterone levels, and the guys ask Dr. Gazi about cancer biopsies, colonoscopies, and the health claims they see online.They also get into AI in medicine, peptides, weight-loss drugs, America’s food culture, and classic UFC and WWE memories—with plenty of roasting along the way.Like, subscribe, and let us know which topic you’d like to hear more about.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!Chapters00:00 Trailer01:24 Intro02:15 Meet Dr. Gazi & Roger’s Vasectomy Story06:25 Vasectomy Reversals, Recovery & Common Fears09:59 Sexual Activity & Prostate Health11:13 Does Sex Before a Fight Affect Performance?13:52 Semen Retention, Orgasms & Ejaculation18:09 Fertility & Pregnancy Myths22:01 Vasectomies & Prostate Cancer Questions23:14 March Madness Vasectomies & Recovery25:10 AI in Medicine: Helpful or Scary?30:02 Myspace, DJing & the Jersey Club Scene31:57 GLP-1s, Weight Loss & America’s Food Culture35:44 Peptides, Low Testosterone & Aging39:44 Frankie Opens Up About His Testosterone Levels41:13 Enlarged Prostates, Hair Loss & Hormones44:18 Testosterone, PSA & Prostate Cancer47:05 Can a Biopsy Spread Cancer?49:42 Colonoscopies, Cologuard & Roger’s Story52:44 Training, Early UFC & WWE Legends55:48 How Frankie Got Into Wrestling56:21 Genetics, Body Types & Athletic Ability1:00:01 Brock Lesnar & Facing Opponents1:01:30 Podcasting & What’s Next1:02:28 Dr. Gazi on Medicine, Connection & Discipline1:05:30 Final Thoughts & Outro

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  Episode #330

  Have We Been Lied to About Everything? | Chris Liguori Episode #330

  Sep 14, 20261h 17m

  Chris Liguori joins Roger Mathews and UFC Hall of Famer Frankie Edgar for an unfiltered conversation about some of today’s most controversial stories and conspiracy theories. The guys discuss the Lindsay Clancy case and the public reaction surrounding it, mental health institutions, crime, government surveillance and the loss of trust in America’s systems. They also explore questions surrounding dinosaurs, UFOs, Project Blue Beam, MK-Ultra, the moon landing, the Epstein files, artificial intelligence and political corruption. Along the way, the conversation takes some hilarious turns involving rap legends, alien encounters, imported meat, Frankie’s IQ and a major misunderstanding about 2001: A Space Odyssey. Watch the full episode and let us know in the comments: What do you believe is real? Don’t forget to like, subscribe and share the episode. #ChampAndTheTramp #FrankieEdgar #RogerMathews #ChrisLiguori #PodcastFollow us on social media: Instagram: https://instagram.com/champandthetramp TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@champandthetramp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/champandthetramp Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more unfiltered conversations about combat sports, politics, and everything in between! 00:00 Episode Trailer 01:52 Disclaimer and Giveaway 03:11 Jim Thorpe and Pennsylvania’s Strange History 08:40 What Happened to Limousines? 11:07 Tupac vs Biggie: Who Was Better? 15:29 Tupac’s Murder and Government Conspiracies 17:34 The Lindsay Clancy Case 24:58 Mental Institutions, Crime and Public Safety 30:30 Data Centers Targeting Small Towns 31:21 America’s Mushroom Capital 34:27 Did Dinosaurs Really Exist? 37:50 UFOs, Roswell and Alien Disclosure 39:03 Project Blue Beam Explained 41:40 Admiral Byrd, Antarctica and MK-Ultra 44:03 Charlie Kirk, JFK and the Moon Landing 45:42 How Does All of This End? 48:42 Flock Cameras and Government Surveillance 50:00 Why Americans Own AR-15s 52:30 The COVID Memory Hole 53:42 Trump’s Second Term and Broken Promises 55:00 What Happened to the Epstein Files? 56:22 The Darkest Conspiracy Theories 59:35 Protecting Your Family and Community 1:01:15 Imported Meat and Food Labels 1:02:58 What Is Real Anymore? 1:03:55 Military Service and America’s Endless Wars 1:05:07 Trump’s Tariffs and the Canada Dispute 1:08:23 Political Corruption and Insider Trading 1:10:35 Can Artificial Intelligence Expose the Truth? 1:12:18 The 2001: A Space Odyssey Confusion 1:13:16 Frankie’s IQ Gets Questioned 1:15:01 Candace Owens Debate and Erika Kirk 1:17:58 Closing Remarks

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  Episode #329

  One Comment Destroyed His Entire Career | Episode #329

  Sep 8, 20261h 24m

  Frnacis Hennessy returns to Champion and the Tramp to explain the viral controversy that turned his life upside down.After an online argument escalated, Francis found himself at the centre of serious accusations that received millions of views, attracted attention from major media personalities, and affected his work as a youth referee and bingo host. Francis breaks down how it started, why responding made everything worse, and what it’s like when social-media allegations follow you into real life.The conversation also covers his infamous sextortion story, becoming a father, chaotic youth-sports parents, life as a Philadelphia probation officer, gambling, political comedy, bombing onstage, free speech, and his determination to continue pursuing stand-up despite the backlash.Follow Champion and the Tramp for more unfiltered conversations, comedy, stories, and cultural commentary.Subscribe, like the episode, and let us know your favorite moment in the comments.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!00:00 Episode Trailer02:44 MuscleMeds Giveaway03:26 Champion and the Tramp Intro04:22 Francis Hennessy Returns05:59 The Infamous Sextortion Story06:36 Francis’s Latest Online Controversy07:18 His Baby Gets Dragged Into It08:17 The Accusations Escalate09:24 The Video Reaches 2.1 Million Views10:22 Can Francis Take Legal Action?10:56 Turning the Accusations Into Comedy11:52 Francis’s Financial Struggles12:09 The Controversy Reaches His Workplace13:21 Losing His Bingo and Refereeing Jobs15:05 The Personal Cost of Going Viral15:42 Bombing as a Stand-Up Comedian18:20 Francis Becomes a Father19:08 Parents and Youth Sports21:24 Arguing With Soccer Referees24:10 Frank the Referee Goes Viral25:42 The “Phantom Foul”26:48 The Reality of Parenthood27:52 Modern Porn and OnlyFans29:00 Postpartum Psychosis Debate31:25 Children, Adderall and Medication32:59 Stop Reading the Comments33:48 Why People Announce Their Unfollow34:05 Philadelphia and Gentrification35:01 The Crisis in Kensington37:11 Political Hatred Online38:02 The Common Sense Movement39:30 Francis’s City Council Speech41:58 Has Francis Lost Faith in Politics?43:01 Adventures With Baby Eleanor44:49 Francis Wore a Bra as a Teenager46:13 The Debate Over Women’s Sports49:00 Francis’s Comedy Career Collapses49:34 A Comedian Challenges a Philly Mobster50:54 Hiding Adult DVDs From Mom51:32 Sports Gambling Is Out of Control54:02 What Does “Gooning” Mean?55:26 Francis’s Penn State Degree55:44 Life as a Philadelphia Probation Officer57:26 A Probation Case Ends in Tragedy58:57 Francis Refuses to Quit Comedy1:00:04 Blaming His Fourth-Grade Teacher1:00:59 Tough Guys and Martial Arts1:03:05 Street Fighters vs Trained Fighters1:04:01 Running Is the Best Self-Defense1:05:16 The Craziest Referee Story1:06:09 Francis Gets Attacked During a Game1:07:00 Francis the Bingo Host1:07:34 Confronted During a Bingo Game1:08:10 Comedy Protects Free Speech1:09:02 Revisiting the Viral Controversy1:11:10 The Dorney Park Prank1:12:42 Breaking Into Philadelphia Comedy1:13:59 Going All-In on Stand-Up1:14:12 Francis Bombs in Front of 250 People1:15:02 A Comedy Show Goes Horribly Wrong1:16:01 Francis’s Comedy Influences1:16:19 His Girlfriend Hates His Comedy1:16:55 Life in Francis’s Apartment Building1:18:03 Is 35 Too Old to Chase the Dream?1:18:55 Where to Follow Francis1:19:13 Embracing the Controversy1:19:47 Francis Hennessy for City Council1:22:42 The Fake Bare-Knuckle Press Pass1:24:30 The Bikini Controversy1:25:06 Turning Crushing Lows Into Comedy1:26:16 Closing Remarks

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