Nickals and Dimes

• NCAA Wrestling Championships 2025 Preview |N&D 71|

  In this episode of Nickals and Dimes, the boys are joined by some of the best minds in wrestling—NCAA Champions David Carr and Michael Macchiavello, along with World Champion Stevan Micic—to dive deep into the 2025 NCAA Wrestling Championships. The crew goes weight class by weight class, breaking down the biggest matchups, potential upsets, and key storylines heading into the tournament. With firsthand experience at the highest levels, David, Michael, Bo, Tony, and Stevan bring expert insight into what fans can expect when the best wrestlers in the country hit the mat. Who’s taking home titles? Which weight classes are the toughest? What underdogs have the best shot at making a run? The boys debate it all, making their predictions for each division. Hope you guys enjoy the episode! Drop a comment below if you’re planning on going to the tournament and let us know your picks. NCAA Bracket to follow along: https://www.ncaa.com/_flysystem/public-s3/files/2025%20D1%20Wrestling%20brackets.pdf MAKE SURE TO SUBSCRIBE GO FOLLOW MY SOCIALS: IG: https://www.instagram.com/nobickal1/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nobickal Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoBickal GO FOLLOW TONY'S SOCIALS: Tony: https://www.instagram.com/ant_thechamp_cassar/ DON'T FOLLOW RONAN: https://www.instagram.com/theronanbell/ 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:15 157lb Predictions 00:08:12 165lb Predictions 00:17:48 Heavy Weight Predictions 00:23:15 125lb Predictions 00:31:14 133lb Predictions 00:44:59 141lbs Prediction 01:02:53 149lb Predictions 01:13:15 174lb Predictions 01:32:40 197 Predictions 01:50:07 184lb Predictions 02:11:21 Team Race (aka the race for 2nd place)

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• Josh Barr: Penn State Wrestling's Freshmen Phenom |N&D 70|

  In this episode of Nickals and Dimes, the boys sit down with Josh Barr, one of Penn State Wrestling’s rising stars. From stepping into a powerhouse program to navigating the ever-changing world of college athletics, Josh gives us a deep dive into his journey so far. The conversation kicks off with Josh sharing what it’s been like starting for Penn State and adjusting to one of the most competitive rooms in the country. He opens up about his mentality when it comes to competition, how he first got into wrestling, and the recruiting process that led him to PSU. The topic of NIL in college wrestling takes center stage as Josh discusses its impact on athletes and how it’s changing the sport. He also reflects on his redshirt year, the challenges of making the jump to 197 lbs, and how he’s been handling the transition. The episode wraps up with Josh talking about his faith, the role it plays in his life, and the real question—why does everyone have goatees on the team? Don’t miss this episode full of insights, laughs, and wrestling talk! Like, comment, and subscribe to stay updated on all things Nickals and Dimes! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp — go to http://betterhelp.com/bo to get 10% off your first month. MAKE SURE TO SUBSCRIBE GO FOLLOW MY SOCIALS: IG: https://www.instagram.com/nobickal1/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nobickal Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoBickal GO FOLLOW TONY'S SOCIALS: Tony: https://www.instagram.com/ant_thechamp_cassar/ DON'T FOLLOW RONAN: https://www.instagram.com/theronanbell/

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• Ariel Helwani: The Pioneer of MMA Media and Journalism |N&D 69|

  In this episode of Nickals and Dimes, we’re joined by the one and only Ariel Helwani—one of the most respected and influential voices in MMA media. Ariel has been covering combat sports for over a decade, winning multiple MMA Journalist of the Year awards and shaping the way fans experience the fight game. From hosting The Ariel Helwani Show to breaking some of the biggest stories in MMA history, he has built a reputation as one of the most insightful journalists in the industry. The conversation kicks off with how Ariel began his journalism journey at the University of Syracuse. From there, we dive into the world of MMA journalism, discussing how the field has changed and the challenges of covering such a dynamic sport. Ariel also breaks down the impact of the Netflix era in combat sports, giving his take on how streaming platforms could change the way fights are promoted and consumed. He shares his big break moment, the moment that took his career to the next level, and how he manages to stay up to date with everything happening in sports. The conversation shifts to Ariel discussing his relationship with Dana White, his favorite and craziest interviews, and what it’s really like dealing with fighters in and out of the cage. He also shares his thoughts on how MMA can become more mainstream, the dream interviews he’d still love to do, and the unique relationship between the sport and its fans. Go check out Ariel's channel https://www.youtube.com/@UCVOdVp54jLrFhRUm4S29HeA https://sports.yahoo.com/combat/ MAKE SURE TO SUBSCRIBE GO FOLLOW MY SOCIALS: IG: https://www.instagram.com/nobickal1/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nobickal Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoBickal GO FOLLOW TONY'S SOCIALS: Tony: https://www.instagram.com/ant_thechamp_cassar/ DON'T FOLLOW RONAN: https://www.instagram.com/theronanbell/ 00:00:00 - Ariel Intro 00:07:48 - The Idea of a Multiperson Interview Show 00:11:13 - MMA Journalism 00:14:29 - Netflix Era in Combat Sports 00:20:37 - Big Break Moment for Ariel 00:27:21 - How Does Ariel Stay Up to Date with Sports 00:32:35 - Ariel’s Relationship with Dana White 00:51:02 - Ariel’s Favorite and Craziest Interviews 01:04:47 - Dealing with Fighters 01:09:36 - How can MMA be more main stream 01:20:58 - Who are some people Ariel dreams to interview? 01:31:26 - Relationships between the sport of MMA and the Fans

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• Demetrious Johnson: The Most Dominant Champion in UFC History |N&D 68|

  In this episode of Nickals and Dimes, we’re joined by one of the greatest mixed martial artists of all time—Demetrious ‘Mighty Mouse’ Johnson. A former UFC Flyweight Champion, DJ set the record for 11 consecutive title defenses, solidifying his place as one of the most well-rounded and dominant fighters in history. He’s continued to make waves outside the cage, winning IBJJF Worlds at the Master Brown Belt level and building a massive audience as a YouTuber and content creator. The conversation kicks off with DJ sharing his experiences training with Islam Makhachev and Khabib Nurmagomedov, giving insight into what makes their team so dominant. He then takes us inside his time training in Thailand, and his training with Shogun Rua. The discussion shifts to the growth of Jiu Jitsu and what it takes to make the sport more accessible to a wider audience. DJ reflects on how he got his start in MMA, what led him to the UFC, and how his career unfolded. He also opens up about life after fighting and his transition into being a YouTuber, where he’s found success sharing fight breakdowns and training insights. Later in the episode, DJ reacts to Bo’s last fight, gives his thoughts on Alexandre Pantoja’s callout, and shares his perspective on how fighting as a sport can continue to evolve.

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• Greg Kerkvliet on Winning the NCAA Heavy Weight Championship and Transitioning to MMA |N&D 67|

  In this episode of Nickals and Dimes, the boys sit down with Greg Kerkvliet, one of Penn State Wrestling’s standout heavyweights and NCAA Champ. From his performance on the mat to his thoughts on MMA and beyond, Greg gives us a full update on his season and what’s been happening in his world. The conversation kicks off with a fun debate about what makes a good bench press, followed by a deep dive into Greg’s current season and how things are shaping up so far. Greg also shares insights into his diet and gives an inside look at his experience competing at the CJI. Things get a bit lighter as Greg and the crew discuss topics like WWE, vegans, and even the ridiculous hypothetical: Greg vs. a chimp—who wins? Later, Bo shares the story of meeting comedian Shane Gillis last weekend and how his latest show was. To wrap up, the boys break down UFC 311, discuss the UFC’s hottest matchups, and talk about the potential trend of PSU wrestlers transitioning to MMA.

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