The Big Brown Breakdown
The Big Brown Breakdown explores the intersection of combat sports and life in and outside the sport. Through the eyes of former fighter, comedian, and host Brendan Schaub, the show is an entertaining mix of truth, comedy, and rawness. Brendan is joined by some of the sport's biggest names and entertainers each week. Episodes include weekly insights into the sport. The show consists of deep dives with fighters during Food Truck Diaries, Friday Night Flashbacks, and Calabasas Fight Companion episodes, with a roundtable of co-hosts joining the Schaub show. Formerly Below the Belt, the Schaub show brings you inside the world of professional fighting.
Fan Questions: Pereira at Heavyweight, McGregor Era & White House Card
On this episode of The Schaub Show Fan Questions, Brendan Schaub and the crew answer fan-submitted MMA questions and break down some of the biggest debates in the UFC right now. They get into whether Alex Pereira could enter the GOAT conversation if he wins at heavyweight, how he matches up with Ciryl Gane, and why a future fight with Tom Aspinall would change everything. Brendan also talks about the heavyweight GOAT debate, including Jon Jones, Francis Ngannou, Stipe Miocic, and the problem with comparing eras in MMA. The guys also build their dream UFC White House card, with names like Conor McGregor, Max Holloway, Ilia Topuria, Islam Makhachev, Kayla Harrison, Amanda Nunes, Sean Strickland, Khamzat Chimaev, and Jon Jones. Plus, Brendan gives advice to young wrestlers entering MMA, talks about the McGregor era, amateur fights, UFC prospects, fighter mentality, Justin Gaethje’s chances against Ilia, and whether retired fighters ever lose the itch to compete. Fan questions, UFC debates, MMA news, fighter stories, and classic Big Brown Breakdown. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
43 mins
3 May Finished
Khamzat vs Strickland Is the Fight UFC Needs | TSS Ep. 497
Brendan Schaub breaks down a packed weekend in MMA, including Khamzat Chimaev vs Sean Strickland, JDM vs Carlos Prates, Conor McGregor vs Max Holloway rumors, Jake Paul calling out MMA fighters, and the bigger issues facing the UFC right now. Brendan explains why Khamzat’s training camp reputation is unlike anything he’s seen, why Sean Strickland may be good for the UFC business, and why this matchup has real bad blood behind it. He also reacts to Jack Della Maddalena’s next fight, Carlos Prates’ danger, Paddy Pimblett’s tough path, BSD, Gable Steveson, Shavkat Rakhmonov’s injury update, Arman Tsarukyan wrestling talk, and possible crossover fights involving MVP and Misfits. The episode also gets into Dana White taking a step back, the Paramount deal, UFC ticket prices, fighter pay, why the UFC may be losing future stars, and why elite athletes may choose football, baseball, boxing, or wrestling over MMA. Fighters discussed include Khamzat Chimaev, Sean Strickland, JDM, Carlos Prates, Conor McGregor, Max Holloway, Paddy Pimblett, Jon Jones, GSP, Cain Velasquez, Jake Paul, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
1 hour 12 mins
1 May Finished
Aljamain Sterling, Islam’s Next Fight & UFC’s Real Problem | TSS Ep. 496
Brendan Schaub breaks down the biggest UFC fan questions of the week, including Aljamain Sterling’s legacy, why UFC fans still disrespect elite champions, Islam Makhachev’s toughest possible superfights, and the growing conversation around UFC fighter pay transparency. Schaub also dives into Dana White, the Ali Act, UFC rankings controversies, White House security chaos, and why wrestling still dominates over jiu-jitsu in modern MMA. From Aljo’s path back to title contention to debates about Islam vs Ilia Topuria, Arman Tsarukyan, and future superfights, this episode covers the hottest topics in UFC, MMA, and combat sports. If you’re into UFC news, MMA fighter pay, Dana White controversy, Islam Makhachev, Aljamain Sterling, and Conor McGregor discussions, this episode’s for you. Fabletics - Shop now at https://fabletics.com/schaub to get 70- 80% off everything when you sign up as a new VIP. Take a quick style quiz and be sure to select schaub when prompted to unlock this offer. This is a limited-time offer, so don’t wait. Again, that’s https://fabletics.com/schaub for 70-80% off everything as a new VIP. Quince - Right now, go to https://quince.com/schaub for free shipping and 365-day returns See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
1 hour 20 mins
28 April Finished
Fan Questions: UFC Roster Issues, Weight Cutting & MVP
Brendan Schaub is back with a Sunday Fan Q&A on The Schaub Show, answering questions on Conor McGregor’s comeback, UFC weight cutting, and the current state of MMA. Schaub breaks down why missing weight is one of the most unprofessional things a fighter can do, and explains how discipline plays a major role despite fight-night weight differences. He also discusses potential matchups for McGregor, including Paddy Pimblett, and why the UFC must be careful with his return. The episode dives into whether the UFC roster is becoming “watered down” due to too many events, and why adding a 165lb division may not work right now due to a lack of depth. Schaub also analyzes the future of MMA on Netflix through Jake Paul’s MVP promotion, explaining why fewer, bigger events could be the only way to compete with Dana White and the UFC. Plus: Arman Tsarukyan vs Ilia Topuria rivalry Jack Della Maddalena vs Carlos Prates breakdown Heavyweight division issues Fighter turnaround risks If you’re into UFC news, MMA debates, and fighter insight, this episode covers it all. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
41 mins
26 April Finished
UFC Drama Explodes: McGregor, Ortega & Fighter Pay | TSS Ep. 495
Brendan Schaub breaks down the biggest stories in the UFC and MMA world right now, including major drama surrounding Brian Ortega and Tracy Cortez, plus the latest on a possible Conor McGregor comeback. Schaub reacts to Ortega’s recent comments and explains why the situation might be a bad look, while also diving into the ongoing “Real Housewives of the UFC” style drama taking over headlines. He also discusses rumors around McGregor’s return, potential fight timelines, and what it would mean for the UFC landscape. The episode also covers fighter pay debates, reactions to comments from figures like Oscar De La Hoya, and how organizations like the UFC—led by Dana White—are navigating increasing pressure around contracts and earnings. Plus: Arman Tsarukyan vs Ilia Topuria buildup, Colby Covington talk, Paddy Pimblett rumors, and more fight news across the MMA world. If you’re looking for the latest UFC news, breakdowns, and unfiltered takes—this episode has it all. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
54 mins
24 April Finished