From living out of his car to landing Vanderpump Rules, Jason Cohen’s journey to reality TV came with plenty of setbacks—and some unexpected opportunities.On episode #335 of Champ and the Tramp, Frankie Edgar and Roger Mathews sit down with Jason Cohen and AJ Caprio for an unfiltered conversation about chasing a dream in LA. Jason opens up about leaving his medical-school plans behind, getting his start on Netflix’s Dated & Related, eating restaurant leftovers to get by, and how OnlyFans changed his financial future.He shares his unforgettable first meeting with Lisa Vanderpump, what really happens when reality TV cameras keep rolling, his family’s reaction to OnlyFans, and the hilarious story behind using his identical twin brother’s name.The guys also get into Jersey vs. LA culture, Jason’s wrestling background, Frankie’s UFC championship homecoming, and why wrestling can be tougher on the body than MMA. Plus, AJ and the hosts discuss their personal experiences with injuries, recovery, and stem-cell treatments.Big risks, wild stories, and a reminder that you only get one life.Follow Jason on Instagram: @jasoncohenofficialEnjoyed the episode? Like, comment, and subscribe to Champ and the Tramp. Turn on notifications for more episodes with Frankie Edgar and Roger Mathews!#ChampAndTheTramp #JasonCohen #VanderpumpRules #FrankieEdgar #RogerMathews #AJCaprioFollow 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 Episode Preview01:39 Intro02:29 Jason Cohen & AJ Caprio Join the Show03:45 From Wrestling and Med-School Plans to Reality TV05:42 Netflix’s Dated & Related09:46 Landing Vanderpump Rules & Meeting Lisa11:46 What Reality TV Cameras Really Capture13:36 Frankie’s MTV Days & Training with Mario Lopez15:34 DJing, Acting & Building a Career19:14 Why Jason Changed His Life Plans21:24 Time, Family & Traveling on a Budget23:31 Living in LA & the Planet Fitness Shower Story24:46 Going Broke & Eating Restaurant Leftovers26:11 OnlyFans Changed Everything29:37 Family Reactions, Boundaries & His Twin’s Name33:09 Staying Humble & What Pays the Bills35:16 Jersey vs. LA: Culture Shock & Comedy38:01 Maine, Travel Stories & Food Disasters41:51 Surfing, Sharks & Jersey Beaches43:47 College Wrestling & Frankie’s Championship Homecoming45:47 Frankie’s MMA Start & Wild Early UFC Fights47:37 Wrestling Today & Frankie’s Upcoming Match51:01 Wrestling vs. MMA: Which Is Harder on the Body?52:00 Injuries, Stem Cells & Recovery Experiences57:08 Medical Travel & Overseas Treatments59:37 Final Thoughts & Where to Find Jason

Roger brought snacks. Everyone else brought regret.

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