FULL SEND PODCAST Arman Tsarukyan Presses the Nelk Boys and Discusses Fighting on the White House Card!
Apr 8, 2026
Arman Tsarukyan, lightweight UFC fighter and viral content creator, joins to discuss training and career goals. He talks about pivoting to social media after a title miss. Conversation covers UFC matchmaking frustrations, private training culture, crossover grappling rules, travel and lifestyle spending, plus arranging high-stakes padel and tennis matches.
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Nelk's Mexico Prank Escalated Into Fear Of Cartel Violence
- Nelk recounted the Mexico 'coke prank' arrest where language barriers made them fear cartel retaliation until a fan translated threats.
- They slept at a fan's house and only after translation realized the prank looked like real drug theft and possible danger.
Santos Studio Is A Private Elite Training Hub
- Arman described Santos Studio as private, selective training focused on a small elite group rather than massing athletes.
- He emphasized not taking amateurs and keeping gym activity discreet to protect fighters and content.
Arman Leveraged Viral Content After Title Snub
- Arman used social media after missing a title shot to force the UFC's hand and build his own demand through viral posts.
- His April Fool's post about a Tuporia fight got more engagement than the UFC announcement, proving content can outpace promotion.