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Degen BJJ
by Degen Drifter • Irish Mike
The Degen BJJ Podcast features Irish Mike & Degen Drifter, two average guys coming to terms with their below average jiu-jitsu.If you’re looking for a podcast that’ll improve your BJJ game, this likely isn’t it. If you found BJJ later in life, struggle to balance training around a busy schedule and appreciate BJJ culture on & off the mats; you’re in the right place. Enjoy some broad-ranging ramblings, tales from jiu-jitsu related travels and interviews with grapplers who are having more success than the hosts!
Episodes
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Episode 49: If you build it they will come (with Shane Gleeson)
In this episode of the Degenerate Jiu-Jitsu Podcast, Irish Mike sits down with Shane Gleeson head coach and owner of The Limerick Slide by. Mike chats with Shane about how he came to learn about Shane through a dojo storm video that went viral. They also talk about the changes from then to now…
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Episode 48: We’ll Do It Live…
This episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast comes to you from The White Eagle, Oxford Road. Mike recaps his recent second place run at NAGA and an away day at Force Submission BJJ in Baldock. On top of all that, his unexpected foray into teaching at the University of Reading… Student Jiu-Jitsu club.…
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Episode 47: (Car Chronicles) Road Trip to Kent
After an invitation to Bloodline fight series , Mike joins previous guest Adam “Squish” Brown on the long drive to Kent. The two talk about what’s to be expected at the show, how good is Lucas North ,why Mike was asked to come along and much more. Expect the usual shenanigans with not much sense...
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Episode 46: The Michael O’Donnell Show
What year is it!? The Degen BJJ podcast is back! On this episode Ken makes excuses for the latest hiatus and Mike comments on his recent journey as a content creator. The duo review some recent (and not so recent) away days including RGA Marlow, Alliance in Split and the regular Limerick spots....
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Episode 45: The Orignal Degen Experience
This week on the Degen BJJ Podcast, the lads are celebrating. Mike and Ken are joined by two long-time friends of the show, Lucus North and Adam ‘Squishy’ Brown, for a few drinks. The quartet discuss the Mathouse 10-year anniversary celebrations, recent grading and much more. The conversation is...
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Episode 44: Car Crash Entertainment
After defying death on two separate occasions, the lads return with another episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast. They recap a run of recent away days, including vists to Carlson Gracie Surrey, 50/50 Submission Grappling, and the Fortitude BJJ open mat. Mike attempts to beat a fresh bout of steroid...
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Episode 43: Crackhead Summer
This week on the Degen BJJ Podcast, the heatwave hits and our hosts discuss their recent training. Ken gives a belated run down of his time with Icon Team Madeira, whilst Mike talks open mats - both near & far. Beyond the training chat the duo attempt to incriminate one another and float some...
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Episode 42: Fourth Times a Charm
On this episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast the lads have a catch-up about their recent training and life in general. Mike previews the new apparel line - this time free from spelling errors - and talks about a recent away day in Weymouth. Whilst Ken repeats things he’s said several times before....
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Episode 41: Coffee & The Kasbah
In this episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast, the lads share tales from recent away days. Mike heads to Bournemouth for a Scramble open mat at Ippon Gym and the grand opening of Bad Hand Coffee, while Ken returns from Morocco with stories of training in Marrakech with the Moroccan Badgers Team. Their...
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Episode 40: Return of the Ejits
After literally dozens of requests the lads are back! On this episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast Mike & Ken dust off the cobwebs with a quick-fire catch-up on the past four months’ happenings. The conversation covers the magic of arthroscopic surgery, the second Reading open and training over the...
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Episode 39: Switching Gears - Miko Hytonen
On this episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast the lads are joined by Miko Hytonen. Miko - often known by the online alias chokes & more - is a BJJ black belt under Santeri Lilius who trains and coaches out of the Scramble Academy in Malaga. Miko shares his introduction to BJJ, various anecdotes from…
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Episode 38: CJI & [Redacted]
Episode 37: CJI & [Redacted] This week on the Degen BJJ Podcast, Andrew Quinn AKA The Limerick Globetrotter returns to the show to help the lads recap the inaugural CJI event and [redacted] worlds. The trio review the good, the bad and the ugly of the “biggest weekend in grappling” and what might...
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Episode 37: Career Advice - Conor Mortimer
On this week’s episode the lads are joined by Conor Mortimer: a BJJ Brown belt, regular competitor and one of the coaches at Mathouse. The conversation covers Conor’s recent transition to teaching/training jiu-jitsu full-time, penchant for burpees and general ideas about coaching. Alongside the...
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Episode 36: Making an Impact - Jimmy Wheeler
This week on the Degen BJJ Podcast the lads are joined by Jimmy Wheeler. Jimmy is a BJJ purple belt, regular competitor and one of the organisers of the upcoming Impact Invitational grappling event. The chat covers Jimmy’s introduction to grappling and his experiences competing in the UK and...
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Episode 35: Everyone’s Invited
In this episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast Mike and Ken welcome back Lucus North for his second appearance on the show. The trio discuss invitationals begging with C; the recent Collision Invitational and upcoming Craig Jones Invitational. Topics covered include Jiu-jitsu as a spectator sport,...
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Episode 34: The Mighty Mathouse
This week the lads are joined by long-time friend of the podcast, Adam “Squishy” Brown, to debrief the team’s performance at the Reading Open this past weekend. The conversation covers the Pro Sport Grappling event, the Mathouse team’s performance and the inevitable session that followed. Aside...
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Episode 33: Irish Tacos in London
This week on the Degen BJJ Podcast the lads recap their recent away day at London Grapple. Since turning 40 Mike has broadened his horizons; starting with the culinary delights of Deptford. Ken talks about experiencing performance anxiety in all areas of life and potential ways to remedy this....
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Episode 32: The Rashguard-gate Scandal
In this episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast Mike & Ken are joined by nobody, but cobble together an episode all the same. The duo discuss the ongoing comp training at Mathouse and Mike opens up about the highs and lows of ordering custom made fightwear. The Boys’ Socials: @degen_bjj_pod...
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Episode 31: The Lisbon Connection
Welcome back, this is episode 31 of the Degen BJJ Podcast. This week Mike has nothing to say but still manages to talk for a prolonged period of time with minimal encouragement. Ken tells a story about Weymouth, despite having just returned from Portugal. Comp prep has started for the lads, but...
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Episode 30: Lots To Say About Nothing
This week on the Degen BJJ Podcast the lads talk about the importance of consistency in jiu-jitsu and podcasting. Mike explores his new passions, memeing and fish oil. While Ken laments his lack of recent progress on the mats before talking holidays and alcohol. Could it be the two are related?…
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Episode 29: Simon O'Brien - Mat Size Matters
In this episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast Mike & Ken are joined by Simon O’Brien. Simon is, amongst many things, a BJJ Black Belt and owner of Pro Sports Grappling & Show Techs and has been a producer of Polaris, Enyo, Cage Warriors. The topics discussed include how to make an event stand out from...
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Episode 28: Here We Go Again
Be careful what you wish for … the Degen BJJ Podcast is back. In this episode the lads attempt to pick up where they left off despite a little ring rust. The conversation covers Mike’s new found vigour for training, Ken's return from injury, a couple of away days and some hints of what is to come...
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Episode 27: Jake McHugh - It's in the Family
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…
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Episode 26: Denis Frimpong - The Proven Menace
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...
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Episode 25: Are You Not Entertained
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...
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Episode 24: Back to the Podcast
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...
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Episode 22: Matt Veiga - Big Man Theory
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.…
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Episode 21: Highly Educated
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...
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Episode 20: The Rejection of Josef Mogh
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...
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Episode 19: Class of Our Own
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...
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Episode 18: Let’s Face the Music and Roll
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…
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Episode 17: Mike’s Nemesis
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?…
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Episode 16: Andrew ‘Humanzeejitsu’ Quinn - Started With the Memes Now We’re Here
This week on the Degen BJJ Podcast, the lads are joined by Andrew Quinn. Andrew is a BJJ purple belt and active competitor who trains out of Treaty Grappling, Limerick. In addition to his exploits on the mats, Andrew has a penchant for memes and is the host of The Humanzeejitsu Podcast. Please...
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Episode 15: Adam ‘Squish’ Brown - Don’t Judge the Talent
In this episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast, Mike & Ken are joined by Adam ‘Squishy’ Brown. Adam is a BJJ brown belt under Dominik Debiec and part of the coaching team at Mathouse BJJ. Despite diva-like demands, Squish aka “the talent” has extensive BJJ and MMA knowledge; having competed at both...
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Episode 14: Expect the Expected
This week, Mike & Ken debrief following the BJJ247 Brighton Open. Ken gets to talk about his favourite topic, himself! In addition to the highs and lows of competing while injured, the lads chat about jiu-jitsu holidays and how expectations might impact your training. Don’t miss this Degen BJJ...
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Episode 13: Fast Tracked Brand Ambassadors
For episode 13, Mike and Ken prepared absolutely nothing. The lads have a meandering catch up after a few days off the mats. Thankfully, a couple of highly anticipated announcements give the show some direction. There’s banter, free shit to be won, and did Michael mention only fans? …this week on...
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Episode 12: Them’s the Rules
In this week’s episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast, the lads talk rules. Mike confesses his limited understanding of the various rulesets, despite having claimed “an ADCC gold medal” in Bulgaria. Ken runs through the good, the bad & the ugly of house rules. The conversation covers culty traditions,...
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Episode 11: These Rolls Ain’t Loyal
Are you a Creonte? Does anybody care? On this week’s episode Mike & Ken discuss cross-training and loyalty to your gym. The lads are joined by Tom - training partner, fashionista and Creonte - who gives his expert opinion on the topic. As per usual the conversation goes off topic and the trio…
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Episode 10: Zach Smart - How to Win Followers & Influence People
This week on the Degen BJJ podcast, the lads are joined by Zach Smart. Zach is BJJ Brown Belt, jiu-jitsu content creator, Hyperfly brand ambassador and all round sound fella. Over a couple of beers and pizza, Zach shares the details of his jiu-jitsu journey. If you're looking to become a social...
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Episode 9: The Juice Isn't Worth The Squeeze
In episode 9 of the Degen BJJ podcast, Mike & Ken set the record straight on some previous claims before diving into Listener's questions. Is everybody on steroids? What is an oil check? How does one commit insurance fraud? Find out this week… The Boys’ Socials:...
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Episode 8: Rough Rolls & Hot Takes
In this Degen BJJ Podcast, the lads "loop back" after their trip to Ireland. Mike stumbles into topics he's got no business discussing and Ken finds an excuse to tell another travel story. The chat covers everlasting injuries, tough sparring, different training partners amongst other topics. The...
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Episode 7: The Man with NoGi & International Question Time
In this week’s episode of the Degen BJJ Podcast, Mike & Ken finish answering the recently submitted listener’s questions; Will your coach notice if you buy a fluorescent Gi? How does Mike survive on a handful of skittles a day? How important is hygiene in BJJ? Spoiler - VERY! The lads debate…
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Episode 6: Jiu-Jitsu Community from Reading to Rio
Welcome to episode six of Degen BJJ. In this episode of the pod the boys discuss the jiu-jitsu community. Ken shares some memories from his time training on the island of Ilha Grande. While Mike talks about his recent away day to Maidenhead (although he’ll tell you it was Windsor). But the...
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Episode 5: Lucas North - Being a Degen Black Belt
In this episode of the Degen BJJ podcast Mike & Ken share a rum with Lucus North. Luke is a black belt under Andre Pimenta and trains out of Carlson Gracie Farnborough. The conversation covers Luke's journey to black belt, training for ADCC European trials, his penchant for tonic wine, and more....
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Episode 4: Straight Off The Mats
Do you like warm-ups and does anyone really like running? In this episode of Degen BJJ podcast the boys talk about their approaches to training on and off the mat. Ken chats about his first few few training sessions in Rio, Brazil. Mike shares a similar anecdote from his time in Corralejo,...
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Episode 3: Easter Special
Would you sell out your pals for £100K? In this episode of the podcast Mike & Ken ponder this question whilst arguing over how they met. Other topics covered include, the recent visit from the lads at Impact MMA and, the most important question, whose idea this whole thing was in the first place?
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Episode 2: Starting Jiu-Jitsu
True to form, the episode starts with some technical issues. Once the recording begins, Mike & Ken talk about what they learned from the first episode (clearly not much) and how they started training BJJ. In closing, the pair review their results from All Stars BJJ Europeans the past weekend.…
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Episode 1 : The Intro
Less of an episode, more of a mic check. The two hosts introduce themselves and tell the origin story of Degen BJJ. Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/degen_bjj_pod/ Email contact : [email protected]
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The Degen BJJ Podcast features Irish Mike & Degen Drifter, two average guys coming to terms with their below average jiu-jitsu.If you’re looking for a podcast that’ll improve your BJJ game, this likely isn’t it. If you found BJJ later in life, struggle to balance training around a busy schedule and appreciate BJJ culture on & off the mats; you’re in the right place. Enjoy some broad-ranging ramblings, tales from jiu-jitsu related travels and interviews with grapplers who are having more success than the hosts!
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Degen Drifter • Irish Mike
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