Off The Cliff Podcast
134 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 20 ratings14-year journeyman professional wrestler Jake Omen has been a lot of places and done a lot of things. To be more specific, Jake Omen has been a lot of strange places and done a lot of weird things. From crack houses in London to eating live squid with Olympians in Tokyo, Jake has a few stories to tell. Plus, this is cheaper than hiring a therapist.
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Episodes
Resolution Season
January 20, 2021 18:28Jake involuntarily gives up solid food for his New Year's Resolution. Then Pete and he ramble about a lot of random things. It's not the most coherent, but hopefully entertaining nonetheless!
So They Can Identify the Body
January 13, 2021 20:05The Hot Rod (not Roddy Piper) puts on a show in the vast wasteland that is Michigan. With the promises of a killer after-party, several very different groups of humans agree. Disaster ensues; pills, booze, knives, stilettos, even some wrestling, here in Episode 91!
Pimping and Pandering
January 06, 2021 17:05Jake "totally doesn't" party with drug dealing pimps while he's on the road. "Totally doesn't." But if he did, it might go like this. Jake and Pete discuss legal issues and try to avoid them in episode 90, filled with ladies of the night, playgirl playmates and platters of cocaine!
Just a Little Bump
December 30, 2020 14:21With the end of the year comes the end of the year review. Pete and Jake discuss near death experiences, gambling away all your possessions, and Jake's anger issues. Episode 89 ends our awful 2020!
Porno Dave and the Canadian Standoff
December 23, 2020 19:38Jake discusses his first ever international wrestling adventure. The cast of characters was colorful and the nation to our North was unforgiving. Listen to Jake and Pete talk adult books store, lucha libre and getting heat here in Episode 88!
Off the Roof Pod
December 09, 2020 18:36Jake can't stop talking about deathmatches. And Pete can't stop trying to talk Jake into actually dying in a match. So today they discuss a former deathmatch legend and the friendship Jake was hoping to strike up with that legend in Japan. Listen in!
Twice in Your Career
December 01, 2020 15:25Jake has officially been wrestling for half of his entire existence. He doesn't know if that's a good thing or a bad thing. Either way, it is. He's also officially returned to "where it began." Listen in to his birthday episode, episode 86!
Banned in Moscow
November 25, 2020 16:32Russia is at the top of Jake's list and he dives into how he's going to get there. He also describes his mutual friendship with the King of "Slavonic Violence." There's also more talk of male enhancement pills. It's can't miss!
The Indies and the Andes
November 22, 2020 13:20Jake and Pete discuss the legalities of creating their own line of male enhancement pills. And Jake had five minutes to buy a flight to the Southern Hemisphere. Now he's giddy about the possibilities for adventure. Listen in!
Never Travel Sober
November 11, 2020 20:46Jake unveils a new episode format to play around with. Then he dives into how his start in a broken down training facility in Marion somehow is going to get him a private tour guide around the island of Malta. Listen in!
The Curse of Philidelphia
November 05, 2020 16:34Jakes tries to make excuses for missing a week of the podcast. Then he dives into his two weeks of bad luck. Car wrecks, leg injuries, busted noses, missing wrestling gear and more!
The Japanese Typhoon Match
October 21, 2020 20:43Cultural differences abound in today's episode as Jake talks about wrestling during natural disasters, fake Germany, and trying to make sure his nipples remain intact. The only way to describe it: Japan. Listen in!
Jake and Blake Are Okay
October 14, 2020 21:25There's a lot of rambling this week... and song lyrics. Jake travels back to the 90s, but also South Bend to wrestle. He also talks about the big debuts on Tuesday. One that will make him famous and the other that is trash TV. Listed in to episode 8-0.
Tattoo Parlor Playboy
October 07, 2020 20:48This week Jake discusses his tattoos and what he wants out of a tattoo artist. Why has Jake been disappointed and heartbroken time after time? Is Jake the one to blame for his bad relationships? All that and more in Episode 79!
Anderson's Most Wanted
September 30, 2020 19:31Jake is not shy about discussing his inspiration/weird man crushes. This week he focuses on his homie, a musician, a rebel, and the man behind the brand United State of Indiana. Listen in!
Punch Me, Pay Me
September 23, 2020 15:17Jake continues to ramble on about his pseudo toughness and throwing hands. Pete joins in and names his price as well. They make big challenges and write a few checks in this week's episode!
We Cheat on the Road
September 17, 2020 15:17Jake has needs and the road is the worst type of temptation. When paired up with an enabler such as Dylan Bostic, he's bound to make regrettable decisions. Hear about their adventure to the city of brotherly love from the weekend!
Ring Break Jake
September 10, 2020 13:28With travel abroad on hold, Jake must travel to beautiful domestic locations, such as Kokomo, Indiana. Luckily he has a great crew of guys with him to experience any infestations, trap door rings and campground catering. Listen in!
Where My Dawgs At?
September 02, 2020 17:51Jake discusses a concert to remember as well as his "dawgs." What musician has terrible track of time? What does he need in order to perform? Will Jake ever get the chance to repeat this greatness again? It's here in this week's episode!
Young Boys 2 Men
August 26, 2020 14:13Jake's two young boys are coming into their own as they experience a full weekend on the road. Sell out shows, tortas, hotel breakfasts, surprise debuts, and even an abundance of children in Episode 73!
¡Rio Blanco Uno!
August 19, 2020 20:10White River Wrestling is the brainchild of, Jake Omen. How did this company start? What obstacles go into creating a professional wrestling company? How many enemies (and lovers) do you make in the process? It's all here in Episode 72!
Show Me the Money
August 12, 2020 13:15Pete has to own up to the hurtful words he said about a loyal listener. Then we hear what it's like for an aspiring young wrestler in such a crazy business. Jake chimes in a little too. Listen in to this unique episode of Off the Cliff!
Omen Love Spa
August 05, 2020 12:59Pete and Jake talk stress and self care in this week's episode. Jake also talks about the best non-human doctor he's ever had. And of course, his Japanese bestie, Hino. Listen in!
Wrong Guy to Fight
July 29, 2020 16:04Indy's favorite punter had a confrontation with a famous professional wrestler, which sparks conversation about people being dicks to wrestlers. Jake shares some insights and stories about the challenges surrounding his business in this week's episode!
No Face No Case
July 22, 2020 20:23Jake rebrands himself. His friend Dylan also rebrands himself. What craziness have they gotten themselves into and how are they about to break the internet? It's right here in Episode 68!
Down the Fire Escape
July 15, 2020 11:48With his student entering the wild world of wrestling, Jake prepares him and shares a few stories of fans overstepping their boundaries. Or just in general taking things too seriously. Jake avoids getting stabbed, jumped, or married in Episode 67!
The Third of July
July 08, 2020 19:12Jake celebrates his anniversary in the professional wrestling business. He reflects on the beginning and the journey. He now also has a ghost. Find out what's going on inside!
Jake's a Bully!
July 01, 2020 20:34Pete thinks Jake is a bully. Jake thinks he defended himself. We will let you make the decision. Jake takes on the Nightmare to the wrestling business in this week's pod.
Stick To Your Times
June 24, 2020 20:57Professional wrestling kind of returns to Indiana. Along with that, the wrestling after-parties at crappy country bards also resume! Listen in for more on young boys, shenanigans, and matches of the year!
Beta-Mania
June 17, 2020 13:51This week Jake reigns supreme in a sea of drunk frat guys, enjoys some early 2000's pop musics, and decides what he wants to do before he dies! Listen in!
Young Flower
June 10, 2020 21:23Jake was lucky enough to know and train alongside a really awesome young woman during his time in Japan. Unfortunately she left everyone too soon. Jake shares his stories and thoughts about that young lady in this week's episode.
Still Straight Edge
June 03, 2020 17:36This week Jake and Pete discuss something they know way too much about, for something they don't do... drugs! LSD, mushrooms, marijuana, and alcohol in depth on episode 61 of Off the Cliff Pod!
The Liquor Store Legend
May 27, 2020 21:21Jake is famous this week... At least locally. What did he do? Then we flash back to Jake being famous at an establishment he had never frequented. In fact, one he knows nothing about! It's all here in the big 6-0!
Designer Tacos
May 20, 2020 21:40Jake talks a lot about one of his true Japanese homies. And no, it's not Hino. He explores Mexico (kind of), drug possession, and how to get yourself booked in high places here in episode 59!
Wrestling on Hot Coals
May 13, 2020 19:40In this week's episode, Jake jumps far into the past to talk about wrestling at the Warped Tour. It should have been awesome, but it wasn't. Hear about serious burns, emo twerps and a whole bunch of jerks from Cleveland!
Complex Brain Science
May 06, 2020 21:39Jake's injury stories continue. This time he talks about bouncing his brain all over his skull. Somehow, he makes it uplifting, funny, and maybe even motivational. He also hates fake tough guys and fake doctors. It's all here in Episode 57!
Shotgun Fire Clothesline
April 29, 2020 22:05Wrestling isn't ballet. People get hurt. Jake is one of those people. He talks about injuries, the origins of certain exercises, and tripping children right here in Episode 56!
New Jake City
April 22, 2020 18:31Jake discusses a great new documentary series way too much. Then he talks about how he almost ended up on the wrong side of a knife, courtesy of the documentary subject himself. Violence, drugs, and laughs are here in episode 55!
Outline of the Junk
April 15, 2020 16:49The professional wrestling business is a weird fashion show. What constitutes style and what would the industry consider to be a faux pas? What is considered, "too graphic?" Hear Jake's journey from wrestling hobo to the runway!
Empty Korakuen Hall
April 07, 2020 15:27On the day of their final event, Jake reminisces on his time in the Japanese wrestling promotion - Wrestle-1. He explains how his time in the company and country completely changed the way he lives his life. He explains how he will miss beating up businessmen, eating raw horse, and staying out all night with the legend, Hino.
85 Countries to Go
March 29, 2020 16:16In the premiere of Jake and Pete's podcasting adventures from afar, Jake talks about catching up with another transient friend. They discuss monopolizing conversations with stories of travel, professional wrestling and potential danger. We are all in this together, enjoy!
All Access Pass
March 18, 2020 20:28Jake will argue that confidence gets you in to anywhere. This week, Jake sneaks into school. Why on Earth would a young man do that? What interactions might he have with the police as a result? Jake dives in this week!
M-A-XXX
March 11, 2020 14:46Jake and Pete celebrate their one year podcast anniversary. Then they travel back to high school to discuss one of their friends and biggest influences. That influence is a man with zero cares and an oddly spelled alias. Listen in to our first episode of year two!
Young Boys in Closets
March 04, 2020 23:18Jake knows Dublin better than most cities in Indiana. How did this come to be? How did Jake get the ultimate Dublin hookup? Why should we all talk to more strangers? Jake tells you why (again) in this episode!
Jake Coffee Blues
February 26, 2020 22:47In Pete's words, Jake has a man-crush. In Jake's words, he has an inspiration. The truth may be somewhere in-between. Either way, listen in to find out why Jake loves black coffee, the iron, and living in dirty cans on this week's episode!
6 Years a Schmuck
February 05, 2020 20:08Jake wasn't always a jacked beast. He wasn't always a nutrition expert or personal training guru. He read many books and perhaps one changed his perspective. It's all here in this episode.
Life in an Astro Van
January 29, 2020 18:58Jake sleeps in a van. It's not creepy. Trust him. He's just an artist drifter. He also loves the Bachelor. It's all right here in this episode!
Caucasian Bodybuilders United
January 22, 2020 19:03Jake dives into underground electronic music by proxy and talks about getting hung from big steel hooks. Also, potentially regrettable tattoos; and more!
Eating Squid with Olympians
January 15, 2020 16:13Why does Jake attack Japanese businessmen? Why do they then buy him lobster? In what universe does this become normal? It's all right here!
The Secret Vegan Underground
January 08, 2020 17:33Secret maps, code words, live squid, organic groceries, all in the seedy underbelly of Tokyo. Jake dives in deep in this week's episode!