Episode description

On this episode of @ChampandTheTramp, Miguel Benitez joins the show and shares insights into his life as a NAGA and ATK referee, his grappling journey, and his upcoming trip to Thailand to referee high-profile matches. Miguel opens up about the challenges of balancing family life, career opportunities, and the demands of the BJJ community. The crew dives deep into coaching philosophies, the evolution of grappling schools, and what it takes to succeed in the competitive world of martial arts. Don’t miss this lively discussion packed with wisdom, laughs, and behind-the-scenes stories from the mats! Chapters: 00:00:00 Disclaimer & Carnivor Protein Hydration 00:10:00 Miguel Benitez’s journey into refereeing 00:20:00 Preparing for international events in Thailand 00:30:00 Challenges of balancing family, career, and martial arts 00:40:00 Coaching philosophies and the evolution of grappling schools 00:50:00 Stories from grappling competitions 01:00:00 Perspectives on reffing high-stakes matches 01:10:00 The future of martial arts culture and competition 01:20:00 Training philosophies and advice for newcomers 01:30:00 Humor, reflections, and lighthearted discussions 01:40:00 Final thoughts and closing moments Follow 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!