On this episode of @champandthetramp, we sit down with Dean Peterson, a standout wrestler from Rutgers University. As a multi-time New Jersey state champion and national qualifier, Dean shares his journey through the demanding world of NCAA wrestling. He dives into the challenges of balancing academics and athletics, managing injuries, and the grueling process of cutting weight. Dean also offers fascinating insights into the evolving culture of college sports, his future goals, and life in the Rutgers wrestling house. Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction of Dean Peterson 00:02:01 Wrestling Career at Rutgers 00:03:12 Living with an Olympic Wrestler 00:04:33 Injuries and Surgery 00:05:52 Balancing School and Wrestling 00:07:49 Cutting Weight Challenges 00:10:10 Upcoming Matches and NCAA Wrestling 00:12:01 Freestyle Wrestling Goals 00:14:05 College Life and Academic Pressures 00:15:50 NIL Deals and Impact 00:17:29 How Dean Started Wrestling 00:19:10 Reflections on College Sports & Future Plans 00:21:05 College Wrestling Dynamics 00:22:40 College Wrestling Programs and Competitions 00:25:05 Dean's High School Rivals 00:26:50 Life Lessons from Wrestling 00:28:25 NIL Deals and College Transfers 00:30:20 Team Environment at Rutgers 00:31:45 Training and Competition Stories 00:33:55 College Wrestling Tournaments 00:36:10 Rutgers Wrestling House Life 00:38:25 College Culture and Social Dynamics 00:40:30 Impact of 9/11 on the U.S. 00:42:00 Conspiracies and Government Trust 00:44:05 First Match of the Season 00:45:10 Weight Cutting Process in College Wrestling 00:47:50 Reflections on Conor McGregor's Weight Cut 00:49:20 Dean's Thoughts on MMA and Wrestling 00:51:05 College Life and Social Media 00:53:15 Stories from the Wrestling House Key topics covered: • Dean's journey from NJ state champion to NCAA wrestler • Balancing academics and athletics in college • Weight cutting challenges and strategies • NCAA wrestling dynamics and competitions • NIL deals and their impact on college sports • Life in the Rutgers wrestling house • Insights into college culture and social dynamics Tune in for an engaging conversation filled with personal stories and lessons from the mat! #ChampAndTheTramp #NCAAWrestling #DeanPeterson #RutgersWrestling #CollegeSports #NILDeals #WeightCutting

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On this hilarious episode of @champandthetramp, we take a wild trip down memory lane, sharing outrageous stories from our teenage years — from sneaking Peach Schnapps to using fake IDs and getting caught! We also dive into the ups and downs of teaching jiu-jitsu to kids, the competitive world of wrestling, and the lessons learned along the way. The conversation shifts gears with some deep discussions on religion, personal faith, and getting baptized again. To top it all off, we touch on conspiracy theories, the seven deadly sins, and even revisit classic films like Seven. Chapters: 00:00:00 Podcast Introduction 00:01:12 Seventh Grade Party and Peach Schnapps Incident 00:03:00 First Time Drinking and Embarrassing Moments 00:05:45 Early Drinking Experiences and Risky Adventures 00:09:15 Fake IDs and Underage Drinking Stories 00:12:00 Getting Caught with Fake IDs 00:14:30 Bar Fights and Getting Arrested 00:18:50 High School Parties and Risky Decisions 00:23:00 Teaching Jiu-Jitsu and Kids' Training 00:26:30 Wrestling Stories and Tough Competition 00:31:00 Religious Upbringing and Getting Baptized Again 00:35:30 Differences in Christian Denominations 00:40:20 The Seven Deadly Sins and Pride Discussions 00:45:00 Movie "Seven" and Kevin Spacey's Performance 00:47:00 Michael Jackson, Diddy, and Celebrity Controversies 00:50:30 Assassination Attempts on Trump and Conspiracy Theories Key topics covered: • Hilarious teenage drinking stories • Fake ID adventures and consequences • Teaching jiu-jitsu to kids • Wrestling competitions and challenges • Religious experiences and reflections • Seven deadly sins and pride • Classic movies and celebrity controversies • Conspiracy theories and current events Tune in for laughs, life lessons, and some serious food for thought! #ChampAndTheTramp #TeenStories #JiuJitsu #Wrestling #Faith #ConspiracyTheories #podcast 📺 🎧 Episode links: https://linktr.ee/champandthetramp 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!