• 42 minutes 56 seconds
    Fan Questions: Khamzat, Conor McGregor & UFC Fighter Pay

    Brendan Schaub answers fan questions on this episode of Big Brown Breakdown, breaking down some of the biggest topics in UFC and MMA right now. Brendan talks Conor McGregor’s legendary world press tour with Jose Aldo, why it may have affected Aldo mentally, and how McGregor changed the fight business forever.

    He also dives into Sean Strickland, fake UFC beef, Khamzat Chimaev’s biggest issues after the Strickland fight, and why Khamzat’s problems may be deeper than cardio or weight cutting. Brendan compares Khamzat’s current path to GSP after the Matt Serra loss and explains why the situations are completely different.

    Other topics include Brock Lesnar vs Francis Ngannou, Ronda Rousey’s legacy, Joe Silva stories, UFC fighter pay, why belts don’t matter like they used to, Joshua Van’s future at flyweight, wrestling in modern MMA, potential White House card matchups, and whether the UFC should have more draws.

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    17 May 2026, 2:30 pm
  • 1 hour 47 seconds
    Netflix MMA Is Already in Trouble… UFC Fans Don’t Care? | Big Brown Breakdown Ep. 501

    Brendan Schaub breaks down the full Netflix/MVP MMA card, including Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano, Nate Diaz vs Mike Perry, Francis Ngannou, and whether this event actually has real hype behind it. Brendan talks ticket sales, mismatched betting odds, the lack of future stakes, and why casual fight cards need finishes to keep fans interested.

    The episode also covers the latest UFC topics, including Sean Strickland’s win over Khamzat Chimaev, Khamzat’s cardio issues, the weight cut debate, and whether the Strickland vs Khamzat rematch still feels exciting after the fake bad blood. Brendan also reacts to Ariel Helwani calling out Strickland, Dana White’s comments about Joe Rogan’s importance to the UFC, and the new UFC White House fight gear.

    Fan questions include Conor McGregor’s UFC return, possible contract issues, Conor vs Khabib interest, Alex Pereira’s heavyweight future, Shavkat Rakhmonov’s injury concerns, Islam Makhachev, Ian Garry, and more from the MMA world.

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    15 May 2026, 2:30 pm
  • 1 hour 30 minutes
    Sean Strickland Exposed Khamzat’s Biggest Problem | Big Brown Breakdown Ep. 500

    Brendan Schaub breaks down the aftermath of Sean Strickland vs Khamzat Chimaev and why the fight may have exposed major questions about Khamzat’s cardio, finishing ability, ground-and-pound, and future at 185 pounds. Brendan explains why Strickland’s experience, pressure, jab, and ability to survive the early wrestling storm made the difference, while also looking at whether Khamzat should move up to 205.

    The episode also covers Joshua Van’s breakout win, Tatsuro Taira, Pantoja, Sean Brady vs Joaquin Buckley, Jim Miller, Bobby Green, UFC bonuses, and why the flyweight division may have a new star. Brendan and Nick also react to Dana White’s UFC White House card, Conor McGregor rumors, Netflix MMA struggling for hype, Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano, Nate Diaz, Francis Ngannou, and the power of the UFC machine.

    Plus, reactions to the UFC press conference chaos with Ilia Topuria, Alex Pereira, Josh Hokit, Bo Nickal, Sugar Sean O’Malley, and more MMA news.


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    12 May 2026, 2:30 pm
  • 46 minutes 21 seconds
    Fan Questions: Conor vs Max, White House Card, UFC 328 Khamzat & Strickland

    Brendan Schaub answers fan questions in this episode of Big Brown Breakdown, covering the biggest topics in UFC and MMA right now. Brendan breaks down the rumored Conor McGregor vs Max Holloway fight for International Fight Week, why the UFC may be using that announcement to take attention away from Netflix MVP, and how the upcoming UFC White House card could become one of the biggest combat sports events of the year.

    He also gives his thoughts on Khamzat Chimaev vs Sean Strickland, including whether Strickland can survive Khamzat’s early wrestling pressure, why Khamzat’s striking is being overlooked, and what Strickland would need to do to win late. Brendan also answers fan questions about the future of the UFC lightweight division, UFC star power, Dana White’s Contender Series, UFC BJJ, fighter longevity, parenting, training burnout, and whether Big Brown Breakdown live shows could return.

    Fighters and topics discussed include Conor McGregor, Max Holloway, Khamzat Chimaev, Sean Strickland, Jon Jones, Alex Pereira, Tom Aspinall, Gilbert Burns, Stephen Thompson, Bo Nickal, Dana White, UFC, MMA news, UFC rumors, and the White House UFC card.

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    10 May 2026, 2:30 pm
  • 1 hour 32 minutes
    Sean Strickland Could Ruin Khamzat’s UFC 328 Moment | Big Brown Breakdown Ep. 499

    Brendan Schaub breaks down a huge UFC fight week with Sean Strickland vs Khamzat Chimaev, including fight picks, betting odds, Strickland’s path to victory, Khamzat’s wrestling pressure, and the heated faceoff that made the matchup feel even more personal.

    The guys also discuss the UFC White House card, Trump showing off the new UFC belt, why Brendan thinks the crowd should be filled with troops instead of wealthy insiders, and how that could completely change the energy of the event. Plus, Brendan talks Conor McGregor vs Max Holloway rumors, Alex Pereira’s heavyweight size, Justin Gaethje vs Ilia Topuria, JDM’s recent loss, Bobby Green’s stolen jewelry story, Rampage Jackson’s son’s plea deal, Jim Miller’s emotional return, Nate Diaz criticism, and fan questions.

    This episode covers UFC news, MMA fight breakdowns, Dana White, Khamzat Chimaev, Sean Strickland, Conor McGregor, Max Holloway, Alex Pereira, Ilia Topuria, Justin Gaethje, UFC White House drama, and more from Big Brown Breakdown.


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    8 May 2026, 2:30 pm
  • 1 hour 13 minutes
    Big Brown Breakdown is BACK! JDM, Tai & UFC Heat | BBB Ep. 498

    Big Brown Breakdown is officially back, and Brendan Schaub breaks down a packed week in UFC and combat sports news.

    Brendan reacts to the new studio and rebrand before getting into Gamebred FC in Miami, Tai Tuivasa’s tough UFC skid, Jack Della Maddalena’s rough loss to Carlos Prates, and why the Islam Makhachev fight may have changed the way people view JDM. He also previews the highly anticipated Khamzat Chimaev vs Sean Strickland matchup, including Strickland’s trash talk, Khamzat’s pressure, and why this fight could get ugly fast.

    The episode also covers Charles Oliveira’s new UFC deal, Tom Aspinall’s possible return, Gable Steveson’s UFC debut hype, Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano, Jon Jones vs Anderson Silva sparring stories, UFC champions holding up divisions, and more fan questions.

    Subscribe for more MMA news, UFC breakdowns, fight previews, Dana White discussion, and combat sports stories with Brendan Schaub.

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    5 May 2026, 3:20 pm
  • 43 minutes 58 seconds
    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.

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    3 May 2026, 3:00 pm
  • 1 hour 12 minutes
    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.

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    1 May 2026, 3:00 pm
  • 1 hour 20 minutes
    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.


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    28 April 2026, 12:00 pm
  • 41 minutes 27 seconds
    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.

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    26 April 2026, 3:00 pm
  • 54 minutes 11 seconds
    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.

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    24 April 2026, 11:18 pm
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