This week on Better Than Average, Chris and Jay tackle the apocalyptic chaos of This Is The End — a film that somehow makes the end of the world look like the ultimate lads’ night in.

Meanwhile, Hercules makes his long-awaited studio debut… and immediately reminds everyone why that might have been a bad idea. Between climbing all over the hosts and demanding attention mid-conversation, it’s fair to say professionalism takes a back seat.

Somewhere between the mayhem, there’s still time for a bit of Jiu-Jitsu talk (obviously) and the usual blend of nonsense, insight, and unexpected philosophy.

It’s messy, funny, and — as always — reliably Better Than Average.

This week on Better Than Average, Chris and Jay hit record with absolutely no plan — and whether that shows or not, we’ll let you decide. The chaos kicks off with a review of War Dogs, where we revisit our favorite moments from the film and ask some surprisingly thoughtful questions about life on an army base and the mysterious Triangle of Death.

We also react to President Trump’s big announcement — one that might just inspire the next generation of grapplers — before wrapping things up with some spectacularly bad predictions for UFC 320.

It’s unfiltered, unstructured, and unmistakably Better Than Average.

In this episode of Better Than Average, Chris and Jay dive into Jordan Peele’s Nope — breaking down the movie’s mystery, symbolism, and whatever that whole alien-chimp-cloud situation was. Jay also recaps his dominant performance at AJP Hamburg, where he took home double gold, proving once again that he’s the athletic one of the duo.

Somewhere between movie talk and medal talk, Jay also gets a brief physics lesson on terminal velocity, and the two proudly display their complete ignorance of the impact of World War II.

It’s movies, medals, and mild embarrassment and it’s all Better Than Average

Chris and Jay catch up after Jay’s big trip to Fight City for another classic episode of Better Than Average. This week, we dive into the hazards of a leg lock shootout, get the latest update on the kids program at COV BJJ Global Headquarters, and review the modern sci-fi hit Micky 17.

Plenty of jiu jitsu talk, a dash of movie nerdery, and the usual laughs along the way. Welcome to episode 125, it’s not exactly one of a kind, but it is Better Than Average.

This week on Better Than Average, Chris and Jay dive into CJI 2 and the heated tap or no tap debate shaking the BJJ world. Along the way, Manchester’s abundance of Thai massage parlours somehow makes it onto the agenda, and Jay manages to sneak in a not-so-subtle infomercial for his COV BJJ beginners course. To wrap things up, the lads take on Christopher Nolan’s Tenet, a mind-bending ride that leaves them both feeling like victims of some kind of temporal pincer movement. Do we do the that plethora of topics justice? Well there is no way for is to run it back, so it’ll have to do. At the very least, it turned out Better Than Average.

This week on Better Than Average, Chris and Jay dive into Christopher Nolan’s The Prestige—a film packed with illusions, obsession, and one of the greatest cinematic twists of all time. We break down what makes this movie such a mind-bending classic, from the performances to the storytelling structure, and why it still holds up years later.

But the conversation doesn’t stop at the movie—we also explore what it would actually be like to have a twin. From the practical perks to the weird identity challenges, we imagine the double life and how it might play out on and off the mats. It sounds like a weird episode right? Well it is, but it’s still Better Than Average.

This week, Chris and Jay suit up and dive into Matthew Vaughn’s stylish spy flick The Kingsman: The Secret Service. From outrageous action sequences and over-the-top villains to sharp suits and sharper one-liners, we break down what makes this modern twist on the classic spy genre so much fun.

Not your kind of movie? Not a problem we have all the normal BJJ and MMA chat starting with a breakdown of the recent UFC Middleweight Championship clash between Dricus Du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev—what went down, what surprised us, and what it means for the division moving forward.

Between the chaos inside the cage and the chaos on screen this episode packs in fights, films, and as usual, its Better Than Average.

This week’s episode is a globe-trotter’s dream (sort of). Jay is gearing up for a trip to Vietnam while Chris takes a swing at Wimbledon. We also talk about Ffion Davies’ brand-new BJJ gym, Arma, and then dive into some very serious debates: Sydney Sweeney’s jeans and the eternal question—who’s better looking, Nadal or Federer?

On top of that, we review Barbarian (thanks to Chris’ Netflix pick) and give our unfiltered take. It’s travel, tennis, BJJ, movies, and questionable fashion analysis all rolled into one. Did we Ace it? Not sure, but it’s definitely Better Than Average.

This week, we’re coming to you from the brand new Circle of Vigour BJJ Global Headquarters! Big moves, big mats, and big opinions.

Chris kicks things off by making some bold predictions about Jay’s recent BJJ tournament performance—was he right, or hilariously wrong? We also dive into a rewatch and review of Deadpool 2, breaking down where it stacks up in the superhero movie universe. And of course, we catch up on all the latest BJJ, MMA, and pop culture news worth talking about.

New location, brand new video, still Better Than Average.

This week, Chris and Jay are recording from the brand new Circle of Vigour BJJ—a fresh chapter for the show and the mats alike. In this episode, they dive into the UFC’s unexpected visit to the White House and what it could mean for the sport’s future. Jay recaps his recent trip to the iconic Lyceum Theatre, where he linked up for some rolls with friends of the pod George Asprey and Shaun Escoffery. And to top it off, the guys saddle up for a review of the gritty modern Western 3:10 to Yuma.

New gym, new stories, still Better Than Average.

This week on Better Than Average, we build our own makeshift studio and hit record—no excuses, just real talk all caught on film. We dive into Topuria’s big win at UFC 317 and what’s next for the Lightweight Division.

Jay walks us through his recent NAGA success, sharing match insights, takeaways, and a little behind-the-scenes from the mats.

Then we flip the script with a full breakdown of American Psycho—what makes it iconic, the layers of satire, and whether Patrick Bateman is a misunderstood genius or just completely unhinged.

New setup, same mindset: Always Better Than Average.

Episode 117 – The Pod Collective

This week, Chris and Jay are joined by a good friend and fellow training partner, Jack — a creative force both on the mats and behind the camera. Jack shares his journey balancing Jiu Jitsu with entrepreneurship, diving into his startup The Pod Collective, a platform for building and elevating podcasts, and his media company OSS Media Ltd, which focuses on storytelling through high-impact visuals and production.

We talk training culture, staying disciplined in business and in BJJ, and what it takes to grow a brand from scratch. Whether you’re into rolling, content creation, or just trying to level up — this one’s all about living Better Than Average.

This week, Chris and Jay dive in with almost no foreplay, and the result is pure chaos. Topics range from Jay’s questionable fiber intake to the big question: is the new Superman actually more jacked than Henry Cavill?

With a little help from AI, the guys tackle one of pop culture’s weirder hypotheticals—Is Jon Jones the UFC’s Anakin Skywalker? ChatGPT might be onto something: legendary, dangerous, and constantly on the edge of falling apart.

Eventually, things get back on track with a breakdown of the 2009 vampire flick Daybreakers, and Jay gives a much-needed update on Circle of Vigour BJJ, which officially opens next month.

As always, it’s training talk, movie takes, and just enough chaos to keep it Better Than Average.

This week on Better Than Average, Chris and Jay are back from their summer breaks with stories to tell—Jay recaps his trip to San Francisco, while Chris went fully off the grid in the south of France. We catch up on all the latest from UFC 316, including Kayla Harrison’s dominant submission win, slick finishes from Kevin Holland and Merab Dvalishvili, and what they say about the evolving grappling game in MMA. Plus, we break down this week’s movie pick: Training Day. Does it still hold up? Spoiler: King Kong ain’t got nothing on this episode. This is the big reunion you have been waiting for, is it worth it? We’ll let you judge, but it’s certainly Better Than Average.

In this week’s episode of Better Than Average, Chris and Jay are back with the usual dose of BJJ, MMA, and unapologetic man chat. Big news on the local scene—Circle of Vigour BJJ is opening a new location in Winslow, and we’ve got the inside scoop. Whether you’re a mat savage or just BJJ-curious, you’ll want to hear what’s coming.

We’re also diving into our movie recommendation of the week: The Manchurian Candidate. Is it a timeless political thriller or just a paranoid fever dream? We break it down and talk about why it still hits hard.

Tap in for all that plus gym talk, training updates, and a few solid laughs. Fair to say episode 113 isn’t winning any medals, but as always, it’s Better Than Average.

This week on Better Than Average, we’re diving into the gritty brilliance of The Departed—Scorsese’s crime epic packed with tension, double-crosses, and some unforgettable performances. From there, we head down a rabbit hole into the world of dueling culture—how honor, pride, and pistols preserved honourable discourse amongst the politicians of 1800s America. Finally, we unpack a curious pattern in Jay’s recent movie recommendations… and let’s just say, it gets weird. Be sure to check this one out, it’s not perfect, but it is Better Than Average.

This week, Chris and Jay explore the fine line between control and chaos. They kick things off with a raw and real conversation about parenting styles—how different approaches shape kids, the pressure of doing it “right,” and the madness that sometimes comes with the territory. Then, they revisit the psychological horror classic The Shining, unpacking Jack Torrance’s spiral, Stanley Kubrick’s unsettling direction, and what makes this film a timeless descent into darkness.

To close things out, the boys reflect on Bo Nickal’s shocking UFC loss and how even the most dominant athletes can find themselves lost in the storm.

This one is a little hectic, but is still Better Than Average.

In this week’s episode, Chris and Jay cover all the usual suspects — BJJ talk, fight world updates, and life off the mats. Then, it’s time to go retro with a full review of The Running Man, the dystopian Arnold Schwarzenegger classic based on a Richard Bachman (aka Stephen King) novel. They break down what holds up, what doesn’t, and why it still punches harder than expected. Plus, they drop a fresh movie recommendation inspired by one of Stephen King’s most iconic stories — no spoilers, but it’s one you’ll want to queue up this week.

Tune in, train hard, and stay better than average.

This week on Better Than Average, Chris and Jay are back on the mics talking all things BJJ, gold medals, new beginnings, and chest-bursting sci-fi classics. Jay breaks down his recent trip to the AJP and bringing home gold, while the guys dive into some exciting news about the launch of a brand new Jiu-Jitsu school and the beginners programme at Circle of Vigour BJJ. And in true Better Than Average fashion, they cap it off with a deep dive into Ridley Scott’s legendary 1979 sci-fi horror — Alien. Strap in, and make sure the airlock’s sealed. There is no incubation period and it’s not perfect specimen, but it is Better Than Average.

Chris and Jay are back with another classic episode of the Better Than Average Podcast! This week, the guys dive into a Robert De Niro staple — Taxi Driver — a film that sparks more debate than expected (and not always for the smartest reasons). But the hottest arguments don’t stop there.

Chris shares his take on skin-to-skin training, Jay takes a moral stand against repping another BJJ school’s brand, and the boys break down Europe’s rising Jiu-Jitsu powerhouses.

It’s a little all over the place — but that’s what makes it Better Than Average.