The Fighter & The Kid

On this episode of The Fighter and The Kid, Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen break down how the UFC and MMA landscape has completely changed — and why being a great fighter is no longer enough to succeed.

Schaub explains how today’s UFC fighters must build a brand, master social media, and promote themselves just to stay relevant. From Dana White’s evolving business model to the pressure fighters face outside the octagon, the conversation dives into why some talented fighters never make it.

They also touch on the changing entertainment industry, audience fatigue with political content, and how competition has never been higher across MMA, comedy, and media. Plus, the guys react to viral trends, influencer culture, and the rise of “alpha” courses and online personalities.

If you follow UFC, MMA news, fighter careers, or want insight into how the fight game really works today — this episode gives you the real behind-the-scenes perspective.

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Andy, Bobby and Bryan all share stories of pooping their pants, lying in stories, past and present relationship with Joe Rogan, sensing and surviving danger, growing older, Bryan coming to the rescue, Andy's different sides and thirst for Brendan, Bobby's deaf ear and why he won't walk with Andy and tons more.

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Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen break down the biggest stories in MMA right now — including shocking UFC contract drama, fighter pay concerns, and major behind-the-scenes issues.

The guys react to reports that Jon Jones turned down a massive $30 million fight, raising serious questions about the UFC’s matchmaking and negotiation tactics. They also dive into Colby Covington’s recent comments about being “iced out” by the UFC and how fighter politics may be affecting careers.

Plus, discussion on rising stars like Alex Pereira, Sean Strickland vs Khamzat Chimaev potential matchups, and whether new competition like Netflix-backed fight cards could challenge the UFC’s dominance.

Is the UFC still the top destination for fighters, or is the business model starting to crack?

Topics include:

Jon Jones vs Tom Aspinall fight drama

Dana White and UFC contract structure

Colby Covington controversy

Alex Pereira’s rise

UFC vs boxing / crossover fights

Future of MMA competition

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In this episode of The Fighter and the Kid, Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen dive into one of the most talked-about stories right now involving Tucker Carlson, government surveillance, and the growing tension around media, politics, and free speech.

The guys break down the controversy surrounding Carlson, discuss how intelligence agencies operate, and debate what’s actually legal when it comes to journalists speaking with foreign sources. It turns into a deeper conversation about war, media influence, and how narratives are shaped behind the scenes.

They also touch on Conor McGregor, UFC headlines, and current fight news, plus react to viral clips, internet drama, and wild real-world moments.

As always, TFATK mixes comedy with real talk — from MMA and the UFC to politics and culture.

Topics include:

• Tucker Carlson controversy

• CIA, surveillance & free speech debate

• Conor McGregor updates

• UFC fight talk & reactions

• viral internet moments

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In this episode of The Fighter and The Kid, Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen break down one

of the biggest conversations happening in MMA right now: the ongoing situation surrounding

Jon Jones, the UFC heavyweight division, and the growing pressure for a fight with interim

champion Tom Aspinall.

The guys discuss why the fight fans want may not happen anytime soon and what role Dana

White and the UFC could play in the situation. They also talk about fighter contracts, leverage

inside the organization, and how the landscape of MMA has changed with fighters finding

opportunities outside the UFC.

The conversation expands to other major names in combat sports including Conor McGregor,

Francis Ngannou, and Nate Diaz, and how crossover fights and new promotions are shifting the

balance of power in MMA.

If you follow UFC news, MMA controversies, and fight breakdowns, this episode covers the

biggest stories happening in combat sports right now.

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Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen break down the biggest MMA stories this week.

In this episode of The Fighter and The Kid:

• Jon Jones possibly never fighting again

• The truth about the UFC White House card

• Why the UFC is struggling to make big fights

• Charles Oliveira vs Max Holloway BMF title debate

• Conor McGregor potential matchups

• Why UFC star power may be declining

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Theo Von jumps in once again as special guest host with Brendan and finally receives his championship belt! The guys talk soy cocaine, tofu tits, swinger parties, nose taint, clear Pepsi, masturbating while jumping, Theo as Rat King, Brendan as bee hive face, comedy acoustics, bumper cars, random punches to the face Korean mermaids and much more.

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The guys dive into the latest debate around UFC drug testing and why Conor McGregor always seems to top the list of the most tested fighters.

They also get into:

• Why Dagestani fighters rarely appear on the testing lists

• Padres vs Dodgers rivalry and Petco Park

• Megan Fox and celebrity culture

• Hollywood, Elliot Page and the Umbrella Academy

• Nightlife stories and bodybuilding culture

A wide-ranging episode of The Fighter and The Kid.

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On this episode of The Fighter and The Kid the guys dive into:

– Iran & Israel tensions

– Are we heading into another forever war?

– The military industrial complex

– Mossad vs CIA intelligence

– Media narratives & political motives

– The Austin mass shooting

– Has America learned anything from Iraq and Afghanistan?

Is this different…

Or are we watching history repeat itself?

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