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In this episode, Sal sits down with Nicky Ryan to discuss his journey from childhood prodigy to professional grappler, from meeting John Danaher and earning the "prodigy" title, to joining the DDS and winning Trials. Plus, Nicky opens up about learning to wrestle, overcoming injuries, and his aspirations for a return to competition.

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TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Intro
00:54 The Very Beginning
09:01 Meeting Danaher
12:09 The Making of a Prodigy
15:51 Episode Break
16:51 YouTube Viral in 2015
18:41 Joe Rogan & DDS
20:09 Winning Trials
20:51 Losing to Ethan
22:28 Learning to Wrestle
24:31 Growing Up with Gordon
26:17 Injury Lore
32:38 Returning to Competition
35:57 Advice to Up & Coming Grapplers
37:03 The IBJJF Hate
39:16 Dealing with Nerves
40:58 Damien is a Dad!
41:47 See Ya Next Time