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The Simple Man Podcast

by Simple Man Podcast

Nicky Rod, Ethan Crelinsten & Damien Anderson are simple men with a simple goal: to entertain and to talk jiu jitsu. Come be a simple kind of man.

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  1. The Boys WON $20K

    Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!In this episode, the boys recap an insane weekend for Simple Man, taking home $20K at the JASPR Invitational, Corbin LaPorte winning the MCJJ Absolute Grand Prix and James Ortiz punching his ticket to the PGF Draft.Plus, they dive into the latest UFC updates and...

  2. NVIDIA Software Engineer Quits Tech to Coach MMA

    Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!In this episode, Nicky Ryan and Nicky Rod sit down with MMA coach Elton Wells to dive into the technical side of fighting. The guys break down different techniques, approaches to training, and the systems that shape how they think about MMA and grappling.Follow…

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  3. Nicky Rod Was ROBBED?! Barcelos Almost DIED

    Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!In this episode, the boys break down the latest UFC BJJ action, including Nicky Rod vs. Mason Fowler and the infamous draw. Nicky Ryan also gives his insight into Ethan Crelinsten vs. Renato Canuto ahead of their matchup tomorrow. They also dive into last week’s...

  4. UFC Noche: Silva vs. Delgado WATCH PARTY with Nicky Ryan, Damien Anderson, and Ethan Crelinsten

    Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiMarek Health:🥼https://marekhealth.com Get a 10% discount use code SIMPLEMANIron...

  5. ADCC Worlds 2026 RECAP | BONUS EPISODE with NickyRod & Damien Anderson

    Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiMarek Health:🥼https://marekhealth.com Get a 10% discount use code SIMPLEMANIron...

  6. Jake Paul Wouldn't Survive Nicky Rod

    Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiMarek Health:🥼https://marekhealth.com Get a 10% discount use code SIMPLEMANIron...

  7. Did Song Yadong Just Land One of the Best KOs in Bantamweight History?

    Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiMarek Health:🥼https://marekhealth.com Get a 10% discount use code SIMPLEMANIron...

  8. Predicting the Champions of ADCC 2026 w/ Nicky Ryan, Nickyrod, Ethan Crelinsten & Damien Anderson

    Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!To watch & follow along Owen Jones vs Fabricio Andrey:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BWpziZvotKM&t=2sInstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us:...

  9. Khabib, Islam, & The Future of MMA + Bonus Content

    Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiFollow James & JacksonMarek Health:🥼https://marekhealth.com Get a 10% discount use code…

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  10. Next Generation of Rising Stars, ADCC Champ & MMA Prodigy | James Ortiz & Jackson Glass

    Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiFollow James & Jackson@_j_ortiz@jackson821_mmaMarek Health:🥼https://marekhealth.com Get a 10%...

  11. INSIDE Karate Combat & Training at the Goat Shed

    Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiMarek Health:🥼https://marekhealth.com Get a 10% discount use code SIMPLEMANIron...

  12. Nicky Ryan SOLO Episode | Karate Combat Analysis

    Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!To follow along with the analysis: https://www.youtube.com/live/YXj4UtmvuaA?si=lqTIAkqDSxgs2c-DInstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiMarek...

  13. Damien Anderson's UFC Debut | 4 Days' Notice

    Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiMarek Health:🥼https://marekhealth.com Get a 10% discount use code SIMPLEMANIron...

  14. UFC 329 Watch Party with Nicky Rod, Nicky Ryan, and Ethan Crelinsten

    Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED! Instagram The Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialarts Hosts: @bjjdamien @nickyrod247 @ethan.crelinsten @nickyryanbjj Producer: @allywolski Marek Health: 🥼https://marekhealth.com Get a 10% discount use code SIMPLEMAN Iron Neck:...

  15. Nicky Ryan's First Time Meeting Gaming Friends

    Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiMarek Health:🥼https://marekhealth.com Get a 10% discount use code SIMPLEMANSpecial Deal June…

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  16. Robert Diggle Explains WINNING AT ALL COSTS vs Developing Skill

    Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiMarek Health:🥼https://marekhealth.com Get a 10% discount use code SIMPLEMANSpecial Deal June…

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  17. We Got EVERY UFC Freedom 250 Prediction Wrong

    Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiMarek Health:🥼https://marekhealth.com Get a 10% discount use code SIMPLEMANSpecial Deal June…

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  18. How Champions Recover Faster

    Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiMarek Health:🥼https://marekhealth.com Get a 10% discount use code SIMPLEMANIron...

  19. NickyRod Dominates at UFC BJJ

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Link to the toe hold video: https://www.instagram.com/reels/DYckr0egQe9/InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiMarek...

  20. The NASTIEST Toe Hold We've Ever Seen

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiMarek Health:🥼https://marekhealth.com Get a 10% discount use code SIMPLEMANSimple…

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  21. UFC BJJ Match Break Down

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Click this link to watch Liam & Ethan's Matches: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZRQZOe23nY&t=1sTo line them up, follow the timestamps listed below or the text timestamps within the videos itself!InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come...

  22. The Truth About Competition Mindset

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Join the guys for a debate on competition mindset.InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiC4...

  23. Why Everyone is Wrong About the UFC White House Card

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Join the guys in the home studio in Austin, TX.InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiC4...

  24. Aljamain Sterling Wins, White House Shooting, and Pickleball | The Simple Man Podcast Ep 167

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Join the guys in the home studio in Austin, TX.InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiC4...

  25. Mike Israetel & Roman Mori on Lifting for Jiu-Jitsu & Steroid Use | The Simple Man Podcast Ep 168

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Join the guys in the home studio in Austin, TX.InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiC4...

  26. The Best Grappler You Haven't Heard Of | The Simple Man Podcast Ep 167

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Join the guys in the home studio in Austin, TX.InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjj@nickmatayabjjProducer:@allywolskiC4...

  27. Rob Diggle on CLA and Competition Psychology | The Simple Man Podcast Ep 167

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Join the guys in the home studio in Austin, TX.InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiC4...

  28. WNO Recap, Quad Adventures, Joe Pyfer Beats Israel Adesanya | Ep. 165

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Join the guys in the home studio in Austin, TX.InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiC4...

  29. Cardio for Jiu Jitsu, Passing for Wrestlers, Simple Man Q&A | Ep. 164

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Join the guys in the home studio in Austin, TX.InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us: @simplemanmartialartsHosts:@bjjdamien@[email protected]@nickyryanbjjProducer:@allywolskiC4...

  30. UFC BJJ, Insane Arm Break, WNO Preview | Ep. 163

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Join the guys in the home studio in Austin, TX to catch up with NickyRod after his match vs Elder Cruz and more!InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us:...

  31. UFC BJJ NickyRod vs Elder Cruz, Ethan Crelinsten is the Polaris Champ | Ep. 162

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Join the guys in the home studio in Austin, TX for a breakdown of NickyRod vs Elder Cruz, Ethan's adventure in England, and more!InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us:...

  32. ADCC Increased Payouts, NickyRod is Competing Again, Victor Hugo Fake Out | Ep. 161

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Join the guys in the home studio in Austin, TX for UFC, grappling, quads, and more!InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us…

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  33. Physical Therapy, Why Grapplers Stay Hurt, Injury Prevention in Jiu Jitsu | Ep. 160

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!In this episode, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Danny Spaulding explains ACL rehab & injury prevention in Jiu Jitsu.InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us:...

  34. Dark Matter Explained, Black Holes are Scarier Than You Think, Secrets of Galaxy Formation | Ep. 159

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!In this episode, researcher of Astro Physics, Mike Boylan-Kolchin explains the universe to the Simple Men.InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us:...

  35. Craig Jones vs Dillon Danis, Damien Anderson Next Stop UFC, Analyzing Jiu Jitsu | The Simple Man Podcast Ep. 158

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Join Nicky Rod, Nicky Ryan, and Damien Anderson in the Simple Man studio for a mini Q&A, fight predictions, and more.InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us:...

  36. Pre Competition Mindset! | The Simple Man Podcast Ep. 157

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Join Nicky Rod, Nicky Ryan, and Damien Anderson in the Simple Man studio for a mini Q&A, fight predictions, and more.InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us:...

  37. NickyRod Creating Champions! | The Simple Man Podcast Ep. 156

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!The Simple Men are back in Austin! This episode include UFC 324 predictions, tactics for creating champions, and plans for future adventures with the boys.InstagramThe Podcast: @thesimplemanpodcast Come Train with Us:...

  38. THE SIMPLE MAN PODCAST Ep. 154 | Wyatt Hendrickson

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!In this episode, Nickyrod and Ethan traveled to Stillwater, OK to train with the Cowboys. Enjoy this episode where the Simple Men talk about competition tactics, wrestling for David Taylor, and country life with Wyatt Hendrickson.Find us on...

  39. THE SIMPLE MAN PODCAST Ep. 154 | Simple Men Train with David Taylor

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!In this episode, the four Simple Men are in the home studio talking about fight mindset, cars, and pride. Find us on Instagram:@thesimplemanpodcast...

  40. THE SIMPLE MAN PODCAST Ep. 153 | Brendan Allen Calls Out Dricus Du Plessis

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!In this episode, the Simple Men welcome #5 ranked 185lbs UFC fighter, Brendan Allen to Austin, TX. Join the guys as they discuss Allen's origin story, previous fights, and potential upcoming fights!Find us on Instagram:@thesimplemanpodcast...

  41. THE SIMPLE MAN PODCAST Ep. 152 | We Betrayed NickyRod

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Join the guys as they discuss the most recent and upcoming UFC fights, Wojcik's performance at WNO, and more!Find us on Instagram:@thesimplemanpodcast...

  42. THE SIMPLE MAN PODCAST Ep. 151 | The $55 Million BJJ Accident – Jack Greener’s Story

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Jack Greener is a California surfer whose life changed after a catastrophic BJJ training injury left him paralyzed from the neck down.Find us on Instagram:@thesimplemanpodcast...

  43. THE SIMPLE MAN PODCAST Ep. 150 | Nicky & Gordon Ryan's Mom Is Back

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Trish Ryan is back at Simple Man HQ in Austin, TX! In this episode, the guys catch up with Trish and hear more stories from Nicky's childhood.Find us on Instagram:@thesimplemanpodcast...

  44. THE SIMPLE MAN PODCAST Ep.149 | Who Beats Islam Makhachev?

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!The boys are back at Simple Man HQ in Austin, TX after a month traveling to New Jersey for Damien's wedding and to Florida for ADCC East Coast Trials. In this episode, Damien, Nicky, Ethan, and Liam recap ADCC trials highlights, discuss who could...

  45. THE SIMPLE MAN PODCAST Ep.148 | Drunk Episode #2 (Damien Got Married)

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Semen Hands!In this episode, the boys get together in the groomsmen room during the after party. I apologize for the terrible video quality, but I hope you guys can still enjoy joining the Simple Men in this second...

  46. THE SIMPLE MAN PODCAST Ep.147 | Steroids, Visualization & Talking to God

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Liam and Sal help the boys hold down Simple Man HQ in this episode where the guys talk about everything from competition mindset to religion to training-life balance. Find us on Instagram:@thesimplemanpodcast...

  47. THE SIMPLE MAN PODCAST Ep. 146 | The Teletubby Halloween Special

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!It’s Halloween at Simple Man HQ.In this episode, the boys get their Halloween costumes and discuss slap-boxing , $500K watches, and hog-hunting off a truck.Find us on Instagram:@thesimplemanpodcast...

  48. THE SIMPLE MAN PODCAST Ep. 145 | Derek Moneyberg’s BJJ Journey - Real or Fake?

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED! Filmed by Drew Moreno Produced by Ally Wolski Marek Health: 🥼https://marekhealth.com Get a 10% discount use code SIMPLEMAN MASF Supplements use promo code "SIMPLEMAN" at check out to receive a 15% discount "BE KIND OR ELSE!"...

  49. THE SIMPLEMAN PODCAST Ep. 144 | JOHN DANAHER TEACHES AT SIMPLEMAN, SIMPLEMAN'S NEW BUSINESS PARTNER

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!Anthony “Sal” Salvatore (@sallyhatesjiujitsu) is the fifth owner of Simpleman Martial Arts. A military veteran, former personal bodyguard, and bouncer at Joe Rogan’s iconic Comedy Mothership, Sal has spent years protecting people—from backstage...

  50. THE SIMPLEMAN PODCAST Ep. 143 | William Tackett’s Training Camp for UFC BJJ World Title

    Don't forget to Like & Subscribe to GET SIMPLIFIED!In this episode, we welcome one of the greatest grapplers in the world, William Tackett. William is a black belt under Rodrigo Cabral, he’s known for his relentless pace, technical precision, and success across major competitions. Despite his…

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Nicky Rod, Ethan Crelinsten & Damien Anderson are simple men with a simple goal: to entertain and to talk jiu jitsu. Come be a simple kind of man.

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