This week on the Degen BJJ Podcast the lads are joined by Jake McHugh. Jake is a professional MMA fighter and BJJ Brown Belt who trains out of Next Generation MMA in Liverpool. The trio discuss Jake's time as a contestant on Oktagon Challenge: UK vs Ireland, his introduction to martial arts and his plans in MMA/grappling. Aside from chatting to Jake, Mike & Ken catch up following the last fortnight's training… or lack thereof. Guest: @jakemchughmma The Boys' Socials: @degen_bjj_pod @that_irish_mike @degendrifter Mentions: @oktagon_uk_ireland @saltandstormfightwear Use code DEGEN10 at xmartial.com Use code DEGENPOD at flo-state.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/degenbjjpod/message

It’s been a while, but the boys are back! This week on the Degen BJJ Podcast, Mike & Ken are joined by Denis Frimpong. Denis is a pro MMA fighter, BJJ blue belt and contestant on Oktagon Challenge: UK vs Ireland. The conversation covers Denis’ introduction to martial arts, what he’s like when the camera isn’t rolling and his opinions on British & Irish MMA. Before the menace joins the conversation, the lads explain the recent hiatus and let you know what’s in store for future episodes. Guest: @denis_frimpong_mma The Boys’ Socials: @degen_bjj_pod @that_irish_mike @degendrifter Mentions: @oktagon_uk_ireland @saltandstormfightwear Use code DEGEN10 at xmartial.com Use code DEGENPOD at flo-state.comxmartial.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/degenbjjpod/message

In this episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast the lads talk entertainment. The conversation covers the recent Quintet event, upcoming ADCC European Trials and a few viral videos. Mike and Ken weigh up Gi vs NoGi, timelimit vs no-timelimit and knife vs spoon. Once again the pair stray into topics they are grossly under qualified to discuss, but discuss them anyway. Listen this week for all of the above and more, plus your chance to win some free fightwear! The Boys' Socials: @degen_bjj_pod @that_irish_mike @degendrifter Mentions: @adcc_official @quintet_pr @xmartialoffical @flostate.bjj @saltandstormfightwear Use code DEGENPOD at flo-state.com Use code DEGEN10 at xmartial.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/degenbjjpod/message

The Degen BJJ Podcast is back…a week later than planned due to some technical difficulties. The lads rehash the topics covered in the lost episode and catch-up on their recent training. Mike talks about Gran Canaria and the healing properties of ice baths. In contrast, Ken's been eating tacos in Deptford. It doesn't stop at ice baths, Mike is off the booze and off the mats too! Listen this week to find out why. The Boys' Socials: @degen_bjj_pod @that_irish_mike @degendrifter Mentions: @werdum_maspalomas @london_grapple @ceres_bjj @saltandstormfightwear Use code DEGEN10 at xmartial.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/degenbjjpod/message

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 California and some tips on generating social media engagement. Aside from the interview, Mike and Ken struggle with technology; fumble some segues; and talk classical medieval rash guards... What else would you expect from an episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast? Guest: Meathead BJJ Oss nation The Boys' Socials: @degen_bjj_pod @that_irish_mike @degendrifter Use code DEGEN10 at xmartial.com Check out https://saltandstorm.co mentioned in the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/degenbjjpod/message

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 more on this instalment of the Degen BJJ podcast. Listen now! Guest: https://instagram.com/paddy__daly?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== The Boys' Socials: https://instagram.com/degen_bjj_pod?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Use code DEGEN10 at xmartial.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/degenbjjpod/message

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://www.instagram.com/degendrifter/ https://www.instagram.com/degen_bjj_pod/ Use code DEGEN10 at xmartial.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/degenbjjpod/message

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 week’s episode now. The Boys’ Socials: https://www.instagram.com/degendrifter/ https://www.instagram.com/that_irish_mike/ https://www.instagram.com/degen_bjj_pod/ Use code DEGEN10 at xmartial.comxmartial.com [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/degenbjjpod/message

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 now. Guest: https://www.instagram.com/benny_bennewith/ https://www.instagram.com/thebandmania/ The Boys’ Socials: https://www.instagram.com/degendrifter/ https://www.instagram.com/that_irish_mike/ https://www.instagram.com/degen_bjj_pod/ Use code DEGEN10 at www.xmartial.com https://www.instagram.com/xmartialofficial/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/degenbjjpod/message

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/ https://www.instagram.com/degen_bjj_pod/ Use code DEGEN10 at xmartial.comxmartial.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/degenbjjpod/message