Joe DiMeo joins Frankie Edgar and Roger Mathews on Champ and the Tramp to share his remarkable story of survival, recovery, and rebuilding his life.After a devastating car accident left him with burns covering 80% of his body, Joe spent three and a half months in a medically induced coma. He opens up about the accident, his face and double hand transplant, and the physical and emotional challenges that continued long after surgery.Joe also shares how he met his wife Jessica, rediscovered his independence, and held on to his passion for cars. From finding happiness through his dog Buster to handling internet trolls, this conversation is filled with honesty, humor, and perspective.Plus, Joe discusses his book, 80% Gone, and the mindset that helps him keep moving forward: embrace what you can’t change and stop comparing your journey to someone else’s.Subscribe for more episodes with Frankie and Roger, and leave your favorite moment in the comments!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!CHAPTERS00:00 Trailer02:03 Show Intro02:42 Meet Joe DiMeo04:54 Face and Double Hand Transplant05:12 The Donor Who Changed His Life06:41 The Car Accident That Changed Everything09:11 Escaping the Car and Being Rescued11:04 The Photo From the Accident Scene11:48 Waking Up From a Three-Month Coma12:34 Waiting for a Transplant14:24 What Joe Experienced During His Coma16:21 Rebuilding His Independence17:31 Meeting His Wife Jessica21:16 Getting Back Behind the Wheel22:50 Plans to Start a Family24:16 Transplant Medication and Daily Challenges26:07 Dream Cars and Future Goals27:43 A Lifelong Passion for Cars33:22 Roger’s Motorcycle Accident36:17 Embracing What You Can’t Change39:14 How Buster Helped Joe Find Happiness40:42 Opening Up About Pain and Recovery44:39 Handling Internet Trolls49:05 Joe’s Advice: Stay in Your Own Lane51:07 80% Gone and Closing Thoughts

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.