The Fighter & The Kid

Chris D'Elia seduces Brendan and Bryan to join his cult and the guys talk cult do's and dont's, hedonism, Chris's extremely brighter future and razor thin loss to Theo Von for guest of the year, Instagram funny vs real funny, pranking openers, vengeful lions, giant boars and much more.

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Brendan Schaub and Joanna Schaub sit with Bryan Callen for their most honest and emotional TFATK conversation ever. For the first time on the podcast, Brendan and Joanna open up about the realities of parenting, resentment, cultural clashes, medical scares, the hardest years of their marriage, and what almost pulled them apart.

Joanna shares cartel stories, terrifying hospital moments, and what it was like to hold the family together while Brendan was on the road. Brendan explains the pressure of fatherhood, the weight of responsibility, and the mistakes he made along the way. Bryan reacts, pushes, and digs deeper — giving the episode its signature TFATK balance of humor and truth.

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Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen dive into a massive week across fighting, comedy, and culture — starting with Islam Makhachev’s dominance at welterweight and why nobody in the top 10 can solve the problem at 170. From Shavkat, Ian Garry, Michael Morales, and Belal Muhammad to Tsarukyan and Ilia Topuria potentially moving divisions, the boys break down every realistic path to beating Islam.

Brendan also recaps Tiger’s elite Texas flag football team — a squad of freak athletes, former NFL-dad genetics, and opponents who look “twelve going on Saquon Barkley.” They talk youth sports intensity, insane matchups, and playing at Dallas Cowboys facilities.

Then the guys react to UFC 322: Shevchenko vs Zhang, JDM vs Islam, the wild grappling chess match, Craig Jones’ prep, and what it really takes to close distance on a Dagestani wrestler.

The episode takes a hard turn when Billie Eilish calls out Elon Musk over his wealth. Brendan and Bryan break down why “fixing world hunger” isn’t as simple as writing a check, the realities of global infrastructure, and how celebrity activism often oversimplifies complex issues.

Finally, they cover the Aakash Singh situation — viral clips, oversharing, backlash, Myron Gaines’ response, and why internet dog-piling is brutal for comedians.

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Chris D'Elia joins Bryan as guest co-host and the guys talk Chris farting at Bryan's funeral, his Jersey roots and documentary on his shoulders, Bryan's documentary by Steven Spielberg, little boy outfit and bird heavy humor. Also, the guys go off on Constance Wu and Jussie Smollett and talk Steve Harvey, Harvard's Anne Frank controversy, the guy who called 911 on standup comedian Ahmed Ahmed, Uber's Quiet Driver mode and much more!

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Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen unpack what really happens inside the Joe Rogan group chat, the Sydney Sweeney backlash, and why modern culture keeps getting softer. They dive into Bo Nickal’s upcoming fight, wrestling vs. jiu-jitsu, the fall of discipline, and how to raise strong kids in a weak world. Get this episode and all future episodes AD FREE + 2 extended episodes, Fan Questions, exclusive behind the scenes content and more each month at https://www.patreon.com/tfatk

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Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen break down one of the biggest UFC cards of the year — including Bo Nickal’s future, Islam Makhachev vs. JDM, Jon Jones trolling Tom Aspinall, Shevchenko vs. Zhang, and the wildest fight predictions you’ll hear anywhere. Brendan goes OFF on Bo Nickal’s striking and why it could derail his rise, Bryan argues the biggest matchups on the card, and the boys dive into everything happening across MMA, comedy, and real life. Plus: insane SEMA burnout stories, parenting chaos, classic TFATK flashbacks, and a full breakdown of the most talked-about fighters in the sport right now. If you love UFC analysis, comedy banter, and real talk, this episode delivers peak Fighter and the Kid energy from start to finish. Get this episode and all future episodes AD FREE + 2 extended episodes, Fan Questions, exclusive behind the scenes content and more each month at https://www.patreon.com/tfatk

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Theo Von and the boys talk Gerard Butler, rabies, phony dalmatians, hair transplants, steroids, therapy sessions, buying penguins, burying poop, Ric Flair's awesomeness, sleep driving, ghosts and much more!

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Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen dive into the madness of modern sports gambling — from fans who lose bets and blame podcast hosts to the unhinged DMs that follow. The Fighter and the Kid break down why everyone suddenly has a “bookie,” how Reddit hate bleeds into real life, and what happens when sports fandom becomes a financial meltdown. Packed with hilarious takes and raw honesty, this episode blends comedy, culture, and chaos — and proves that when people lose money, the claws come out. 👊 Full send, no filters. Get this episode and all future episodes AD FREE + 2 extended episodes, Fan Questions, exclusive behind the scenes content and more each month at https://www.patreon.com/tfatk

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In this powerful episode of The Fighter and the Kid, Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen cover everything from the emotional rollercoaster of the World Series to the personal challenges of fatherhood and family life. Brendan shares his reactions to the Dodgers’ dramatic playoff run and how it paralleled his own struggles off the field—particularly his daughter’s recent diagnosis with hypotonia. From competitive parenting in Little League to keeping it together during moments of heartbreak, this episode dives deep into what it means to be a father, a fan, and a fighter in real life. Get this episode and all future episodes AD FREE + 2 extended episodes, Fan Questions, exclusive behind the scenes content and more each month at https://www.patreon.com/tfatk

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Bobby Lee is back in-studio with the guys to celebrate the 500th episode of TFATK and attacks both of them. Bobby roasts Bryan in the new Joker film, confronts Brendan about giving his girl hungry eyes and the guys talk Bobby's Kim Jong Un story, comedy bullies, getting cut from movies, TV show cancellations, Bobby's father passing, micro cheating and much more!

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