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Michael Bisping and Paul Felder talk all the action from UFC Shanghai including Song Yadong pulling off the upset against Umar Nurmagomedov, Usman jumping in the cage and getting into it with the winner, does this vault Song into a title shot and more, plus a littany of freakshow fights over the weekend, Jon Jones still being in the testing pool, Khamzat and Jiri both calling for fights sooner rather than later, Mike Perry's weekend from hell, and the boys give a full breakdown of UFC Paris, the biggest fights on the card, Dan Hooker already preparing for the next newcomer he's going to welcome to the promotion and so much more! Support Our Sponsors: MOD: Visit https://mod.com for a free consultation and get 10% off your first order PLUS free shipping with promo code BISPING FITBOD: Get 25% off your subscription or try the app FREE for seven days at https://fitbod.me/BELIEVE. KACHAVA: Treat yourself to a childhood favorite. Go to https://www.kachava.com and use code BELIEVE for 15% off your first order. Follow the show on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/BYMPod Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3drq6ps Follow the hosts on social: Michael Bisping Twitter https://twitter.com/bisping Michael Bisping Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mikebisping/ Michael Bisping YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDrG2_1TcVkXKXXsD6Kjwig Paul Felder Twitter: https://twitter.com/felderpaul Paul Felder Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/felderpaul/ Follow the team on social: Brian MacKay Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bmackayisright Brian MacKay Twitter: https://twitter.com/bmackayisright Mike Harrington Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheMHarrington Mike Harrington Instagram https://www.instagram.com/themharrington Mike Harrington YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themharrington Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brendan Schaub breaks down the blueprint for beating the Dagestani fighting style after Song Yadong's huge win over Umar Nurmagomedov. Brendan explains why trying to match elite Dagestani fighters wrestling-for-wrestling is the wrong approach — and why knockout power, pressure, takedown defense and making them work could be the key.Plus, Brendan reacts to the chaos after the fight involving Usman Nurmagomedov, what Umar's loss means going forward, the UFC bantamweight title picture, Mike Perry's injury, Dillon Danis pulling out, Tom Aspinall rumors, Jon Jones, Zabit Magomedsharipov and more from the MMA world.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brendan Schaub goes LIVE for another Big Brown Breakdown and responds to the fallout from his Bella Mir and Dana White's Contender Series rant.Brendan reveals that UFC matchmakers reached out following his criticism of Bella Mir being pushed too quickly and shares a conversation with Sean Strickland about what he saw from Bella during training. Brendan explains why he still believes elite prospects are being rushed into the UFC before they're ready and why Contender Series needs a legitimate developmental system. Plus, Brendan talks Dillon Danis pulling out against Mike Perry, rumors surrounding the situation, Kevin Holland's reported $11 million in UFC earnings, King Green's dangerous driving video, Jelly Roll and Donald Trump, Jon Jones, UFC Fight Night and more while answering questions from the live chat.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brendan Schaub reacts to Bella Mir's shocking loss on Dana White's Contender Series and explains why he believes the UFC system is rushing talented prospects before they're ready.Brendan breaks down Bella Mir's MMA potential, the pressure of being Frank Mir's daughter, why fighters need more professional experience before reaching the UFC, and why Dana White's Contender Series should function more like a developmental league for MMA.Plus, Brendan discusses UFC fighter management, fighter pay, Bo Nickal, Kevin Holland, Jon Jones vs. Demetrious Johnson in the GOAT debate, and more from the world of MMA.Subscribe for more Big Brown Breakdown and MMA coverage.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today on The Press Box, Bryan and David take a trip to the movies. They're here to discuss the Anthony Bourdain biopic, 'Tony.' They discuss their initial reactions to the film, the concept of a biopic about a writer, the way Bourdain was portrayed, and much more (4:24). Then, in the Notebook Dump, they touch on a handful of media stories, including an update on the Paramount–Warner Bros. merger (52:08). Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Producers: Isaiah Blakely, Jon Jones, and Donald LoBianco Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brendan Schaub answers your fan questions on a Sunday edition of Big Brown Breakdown and gets into some of the biggest debates happening in the UFC.Islam Makhachev may have surpassed Anderson Silva's legendary UFC winning streak, but does that automatically make Islam's run more impressive? Brendan explains why he gives Anderson Silva the edge, arguing that Silva's striking-heavy style exposed him to significantly more risk than the wrestling-based approach used by Islam and other elite Dagestani fighters. Brendan also builds the perfect heavyweight to defeat Jon Jones, discusses whether Conor McGregor vs Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson makes sense, reacts to Ian Machado Garry embracing his heel role, and picks which current UFC champion has the best chance of moving up and winning another belt. Plus, Brendan discusses Michael Morales' wrestling, Islam carrying two UFC belts, a potential Mauricio Ruffy vs Diego Lopes matchup, whether Justin Gaethje could beat an untrained heavyweight, and Sergei Pavlovich's position in the heavyweight title picture. Full Violence x Big Brown Breakdown collab drops Wednesday. Subscribe for UFC breakdowns, MMA news, fight predictions and Big Brown Breakdown fan questions with Brendan Schaub.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen are back with another episode of The Fighter and The Kid.The guys get into discipline, self-sabotage and what separates talented people from those who actually reach their potential. That leads into a deep conversation about Conor McGregor's rise, his unbelievable level of fame, and whether his success ultimately became one of the biggest obstacles in his career. They also discuss Will Smith's career after the Oscars controversy, celebrity relationships, Tom Cruise and his family life, the pressures surrounding child stars, and the extreme world of youth sports parents. Later, the guys react to Hayden Panettiere describing a disturbing experience on a yacht when she was 18, debate the dangers surrounding young stars in Hollywood, react to Howie Mandel's viral “happy ending” story, discuss a bizarre Heinz customization controversy, Flock surveillance cameras, a potential Jon Jones biopic, and finish with a physical challenge in the studio. The Fighter and The Kid with Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen.Subscribe for comedy, UFC talk, current events and more.Larine - Right now, Larine is offering our listeners up to 50% off at http://buylarine.com/FATKO'Reilly - https://oreillyauto.com/FIGHTERSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brendan Schaub is back LIVE for another Big Brown Breakdown, reacting to the fallout from Islam Makhachev vs Ian Machado Garry and answering fan questions about the biggest stories in MMA.Brendan doubles down on his criticism of Ian Garry's game plan, explains why fighting defensively took away the weapons that make Garry dangerous, and debates whether Ian has the mentality necessary to become UFC champion. He also discusses Islam Makhachev's move to welterweight, Michael Morales and Shavkat Rakhmonov as potential threats, and why he still believes Jon Jones has the stronger case as MMA's GOAT. Plus, Brendan defends Mackenzie Dern's performance against Jillian Robertson, reacts to Dean Thomas' corner controversy, discusses damage vs control in MMA judging, Paddy Pimblett's next move, Aaron Pico vs Arnold Allen, the future of the UFC welterweight division and much more. Subscribe for UFC breakdowns, MMA news, fight predictions, live reactions and more.Progressive - Ready to see how easy (and fun) shopping for car insurance can be? Visit https://www.progressive.com/ and give the Name Your Price® tool a try.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today on The Press Box, Bryan and David start by reviewing Pat McAfee's album, 'The Diary of a Polarizing Figure.' Then in the notebook dump, they remember ESPN co-founder Bill Rasmussen, who passed away at age 93. They also talk about the updates on the NBA's investigation of the Clippers, Natalie Harp, and a crazy book story (36:33). Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week, and David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline! Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Producers: Isaiah Blakely, Jon Jones, and Remy Hdz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Is Islam Makhachev officially entering the UFC's GOAT conversation? On this episode of McCarthy Monday, Big John McCarthy and Josh Thomson break down Islam Makhachev's incredible run and debate where he belongs among the greatest fighters in MMA history. With 17 straight UFC wins, multiple championship victories and another dominant performance at UFC 330, Islam's résumé is becoming impossible to ignore. But has he done enough to pass legends like Jon Jones, Georges St-Pierre, Anderson Silva, Demetrious Johnson and Khabib Nurmagomedov? Big John brings his unique perspective from decades inside the sport while Josh gives the fighter's perspective on what makes Islam so difficult to beat. The guys also dive into what Islam still needs to accomplish to become the undisputed GOAT, how his legacy compares to the greatest champions we've ever seen, and whether his move to welterweight could ultimately define his career. Where do you rank Islam Makhachev among the greatest fighters of all time? Let us know in the comments!
Islam Makhachev's UFC GOAT case gets put under the microscope on Big Brown Breakdown.With Islam Makhachev set to face Ian Machado Garry, Brendan Schaub breaks down Islam's resume, strength of schedule, inactivity, and whether his biggest wins are enough to put him in the UFC GOAT conversation.Schaub goes through Islam's wins over Charles Oliveira, Alexander Volkanovski, Dustin Poirier and Jack Della Maddalena while comparing his resume to Khabib Nurmagomedov, Jon Jones and other all-time greats.The episode also covers Ian Garry vs. Michael Morales, Kamaru Usman's future, Patchy Mix's UFC struggles, Bellator vs. UFC competition, UFC weight misses, Dana White's Contender Series, and Schaub's prediction for Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Garry.Is Islam already a UFC GOAT, or does he still need bigger wins to build the resume?Watch Big Brown Breakdown and let us know where you rank Islam Makhachev among the greatest fighters of all time.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today on The Press Box, Bryan and David take a look at the Democratic Party. They talk about Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's recent interview on ABC, Francesca Hong's takes on holidays, and much more (8:30). Then in the notebook dump, they take a look at the discussion around whether Stephen A. Smith is still a journalist and if it's Greg Olsen's time to be on the no. 1 broadcast team (45:03). Plus, the Overworked Twitter Joke of the Week, and David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline! Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Producers: Isaiah Blakely, Jon Jones, and Remy Hdz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On episode 149 of the BJJ Balance Podcast, Mat and Kenny cover a little bit of everything: coaching a student to a second place finish, why "no-gi guys" get labeled emotional, and an honest, no-filter conversation about past steroid use, bodybuilding culture, and knowing when to walk away from it. They dive into the male period, showing vulnerability as a man, and why having a group of like-minded guys to talk to matters. From there it's straight into the GOAT debates: Michael Jordan's case as the greatest basketball player ever, and why GSP and Jon Jones are the two names that matter most in MMA history. They also talk BJJ gym culture and cross-training, how the internet changed jiu jitsu instruction forever, respect for old-school professors who had no resources to learn from, and shoutouts to Pantcho, B-Mac, and Craig Jones for their influence on the BJJ Balance brand. Plus: casting a BJJ Balance biopic, celebrity look-alikes, white boy stereotypes, conspiracy theory rabbit holes, and a wild story that gets saved for the After The Roll bonus segment. If you're into BJJ podcast content, jiu jitsu culture, MMA GOAT debates, and grappling community talk, this episode has it all.This episode is brought to you by Optiva Wellness. Head to OptivaWellness.com and use code BJJBALANCE10 to save 10% on your entire order.In this episode, Kenny & Mat dive intoPlease Follow BJJ Balance on all of our socials:IG: @BJJBalanceDiscord: discord.gg/bjjbalanceTik Tok: @BJJBalanceYouTube: YouTube.com/@BJJBalanceKenny IG: @FreakPartyBJJMatt IG: @oss_nation_bjj
Is Islam Makhachev already the greatest fighter in UFC history? Tonight on Weighing In, Josh Thomson is joined by John Morgan for a deep dive into one of the biggest debates in MMA today: Has Islam Makhachev done enough to be considered the GOAT? The guys break down Islam's championship reign, how his résumé compares to legends like Jon Jones, Georges St-Pierre, Anderson Silva, Demetrious Johnson, and Khabib Nurmagomedov, and what he still needs to accomplish before his place in history is cemented. Plus, we're joined by Roman Dolidze for an exclusive interview! Roman discusses his recent performances, the middleweight division, his future in the UFC, potential matchups, and what it will take to earn another run toward championship contention. He also shares his thoughts on the current state of the division, the UFC's biggest stars, and some of the hottest topics in MMA. Whether you're Team Islam or think the GOAT conversation is far from over, this is a discussion every MMA fan won't want to miss. Who is YOUR MMA GOAT? Let us know in the comments!
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Today on The Press Box, Bryan Curtis is joined by the New Yorker's Hua Hsu to talk about their shared love for magazines. They talk about the magazines from their youths, letters to the editor, what happened to magazines, and much more (01:44). Then Bryan gives his thoughts on some other stories from the media world. He talks about ESPN's pivot away from debate shows, Tony Romo getting placed on leave by CBS Sports, and changes to the Washington Post's opinion section (59:48). Host: Bryan CurtisGuest: Hua Hsu Producers: Isaiah Blakely, Jon Jones, Lucy Brick, and Remy Hdz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Today on The Press Box, Bryan is joined by Vanity Fair's global editorial director, Mark Guiducci. They talk about how he became interested in Vanity Fair, his time at Vogue, his editorial purview at Vanity Fair, his five favorite Vanity Fair covers, and much more.Host: Bryan CurtisGuest: Mark Guiducci Producers: Isaiah Blakely, Jon Jones, and Lucy Brick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Daniel Cormier IS BACK with another edition of the DC Show, this time responding to Jon Jones talking about DC in a recent interview. Jones said Cormier told him he has to hate him in order to make money, which DC says is untrue and that he still doesn't like Jon. Plus, hear DC break down a MASSIVE TITLE FIGHT between Islam Makhachev and Ian Garry at UFC 330 in Philadelphia this August in two weeks, and why this fight could prove to be the TOUGHEST FIGHT for Islam to date. Cormier analyzes the fighting styles between the two, and thinks Islam is trying to bait Garry into fighting a fight that'll suit the double champion. #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Today on The Press Box, Bryan and David take a look at the shift in the 2028 Democratic primary calendar and discuss which contenders can win which states (02:58). They also talk about the rescheduled White House Correspondents' Dinner (38:12). Then they get to the July Issue (47:08). Bryan talks with David about his new book, 'Why Hulk Hogan Matters.' They talk about the ups and downs of Hogan's time in the spotlight and how he was often a reflection of American culture. Plus, David Shoemaker Guesses the Strained-Pun Headline! Hosts: Bryan Curtis and David Shoemaker Producers: Isaiah Blakely, Jon Jones, and Lucy Brick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mal and Jo are at San Diego Comic-Con 2026! They rank their favorite moments of SDCC 2026. They discuss everything from Marvel to ‘Rings of Power' and ‘Lanterns'!Hosts: Joanna Robinson and Mallory Rubin Producers: Carlos Chiriboga, Aleya Zenieris, Jon Jones, and Jamie Yukich Social: Jomi Adeniran Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Today on The Press Box, Bryan is joined by MS NOW's Stephanie Ruhle. They talk about the money Trump has made in office, working in investment banking before getting into media, the purpose of cable news, and much more.Host: Bryan CurtisGuest: Stephanie Ruhle Producers: Isaiah Blakely, Jon Jones, and Lucy Brick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Michael Bisping and Paul Felder talk all the action from UFC OKC including DDP bouncing back from his title loss to dominate Kamaru Usman over 5 rounds, CLD running his winning streak to 5 at the expense of Jared Cannonier, Tommy McMillen with a FOTY contender in his KO of Albert Montes, Fatima Kline making her case for a title shot and more plus Jon Jones teasing a comeback, Max Holloway saying he wants Conor or Justin, the diagnosis on Conor's knee and more as well as interviews with Tommy McMillen about his win, what's next for him at 145, what he's changed already in his UFC career to keep him on the right path, Manel Kape saying he will be next after Pantoja and Van rematch, getting the rotten apples out of the bunch and more, and Jean Paul Lebosnoyani joins to talk about his fathers tutelage under legends, why he's his own biggest critic and so much more! Support Our Sponsors: BETTERHELP: This Episode Is Sponsored By Better Help - Visit https://www.BetterHelp.com/believe to get 10% off your first month. FITBOD: Get 25% off your subscription or try the app FREE for seven days at https://fitbod.me/BELIEVE. TROLL CO: Head to trollco.com/believe and use code BELIEVE25 for 25% off your first order. Follow the show on social media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/BYMPod Subscribe on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3drq6ps Follow the hosts on social: Michael Bisping Twitter https://twitter.com/bisping Michael Bisping Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mikebisping/ Michael Bisping YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDrG2_1TcVkXKXXsD6Kjwig Paul Felder Twitter: https://twitter.com/felderpaul Paul Felder Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/felderpaul/ Follow the guests on social: Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani Twitter: https://x.com/jeanpaulmma Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeanpaulmma/ Manel Kape Twitter: https://twitter.com/ManelKape Manel Kape Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manelkape Tommy McMillen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tommygun145/ Follow the team on social: Brian MacKay Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bmackayisright Brian MacKay Twitter: https://twitter.com/bmackayisright Mike Harrington Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheMHarrington Mike Harrington Instagram https://www.instagram.com/themharrington Mike Harrington YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themharrington Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Retraité puis en discussions pour un retour avec l'UFC White House, et finalement sur le côté, Jon Jones semblerait intéressé par un retour au MMA.
Tobin and Leroy react to the shocking return of Conor McGregor and his immediate loss to Max Holloway. They analyze the physical decline of the former champion, compare his career trajectory to Jon Jones, and debate whether his time in the Octagon is officially over. The conversation also features updates on the Miami Heat's Summer League and the World Cup. 01:52 - Local Sports Update Recap 02:44 - World Cup Semifinal Matchups 03:45 - McGregor Versus Holloway Review 09:05 - McGregor And Jon Jones 15:41 - Conor McGregor Betting Madness
Tobin and Leroy chat with Robert Whittaker about his move to light heavyweight and his love for playing Super Smash Bros with his kids. Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson also joins to break down his transition to mixed martial arts and what he has learned while training alongside Jon Jones. 01:00 - Robert Whittaker Interview 07:04 - Moving To Light Heavyweight 12:58 - Gable Steveson Interview 16:03 - Steveson's Fighting Vision 19:30 - Training With Jon Jones
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Brendan Schaub and the crew go LIVE for McGregor fight week, breaking down Conor McGregor's highly anticipated UFC 329 return against Max Holloway. Schaub gives his honest take on whether Conor can actually pull off one of the biggest comebacks in sports history after five years away and a broken toe injury, plus deep analysis on Holloway's diminished form, the cardio question marks on both sides, and what it would take for Max to get the job done.The crew also dives into Gable Steveson's UFC debut against Cody Ellison, addressing his 2019 legal case head-on, and draws comparisons to how the public treats Mike Tyson's past conviction. Plus: Cody Garbrandt vs Adrian Yanez, Georges St-Pierre and Jon Jones comeback comparisons, and a candid Q&A covering fatherhood, life advice, and behind-the-scenes stories from Brendan's career.This is Big Brown Breakdown, live and unfiltered fight week coverage from Brendan Schaub.Subscribe for more UFC breakdowns, fight predictions, and live shows leading up to Saturday's card.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Conor McGregor returns after nearly FIVE YEARS away from the UFC and Brendan Schaub breaks down everything at stake in the massive showdown against Max Holloway.Is Max Holloway actually the safest possible comeback fight for Conor? What happens if Conor loses? And why this fight could completely change the future of his UFC career.Brendan also talks: Dustin Poirier opening up about alcohol struggles Paddy Pimblett's massive pressure fight Robert Whittaker moving to light heavyweight Gable Steveson's UFC hype problem Justin Gaethje's White House momentum Jon Jones apologizing to Alex Pereira UFC fight week reactions and predictionsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brendan Schaub is back breaking down EVERYTHING ahead of Conor McGregor vs Max Holloway, including whether Conor can really come back after five years away from the Octagon.The guys dive into UFC 329, Tom Aspinall's situation with the UFC, Paddy Pimblett's rise, Justin Gaethje matchups, Mike Perry calling out Schaub for BKFC, and why this might be the best version of McGregor we've seen mentally in years.Also discussed:• Conor McGregor comeback• Max Holloway at 170• Tom Aspinall contract drama• Jon Jones boxing talk• Mike Perry BKFC rumors• UFC matchmaking• Gable Steveson• Paddy Pimblett• Charles Oliveira• Islam Makhachev• UFC cover curse• TUF stories with Kimbo Slice• Texas life, parenting & more
Conor McGregor returns next weekend against Max Holloway and the entire UFC landscape could change overnight if he pulls it off. Brendan breaks down the massive implications of a Conor win, potential fights against Islam Makhachev, Justin Gaethje, Ian Machado Garry, Paddy Pimblett, and why the UFC is desperately rooting for McGregor to win.We also dive into Floyd Mayweather's reported financial issues, Dana White potentially helping Floyd, Tom Aspinall demanding $25 million from the UFC, Eddie Hearn vs Michael Bisping, UFC fighter pay, Herb Dean controversy, referee stoppages, Terence Crawford vs Conor McGregor talk, Jon Jones, Francis Ngannou, and much more.Topics include:Conor McGregor vs Max HollowayUFC International Fight WeekTom Aspinall contract dramaFloyd Mayweather money problemsDana White reactionUFC referee controversyHerb Dean criticismEddie Hearn vs Michael BispingUFC fighter pay debateFrancis Ngannou future fightsJon Jones boxing rumorsMMA vs Boxing debateSubscribe for more UFC news, MMA breakdowns, fight analysis, comedy, and live reactions.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Burning Bright brings Ashe in America on for Father's Day and the eve of GART Deadwood for a wide-ranging episode that earns its title. The two map out why Trump's second term has been more frictional than most truthers anticipated, why that friction is a feature, and why the Republican establishment quietly emerging from its cave right now is exactly what a counter striker wants. Ashe breaks down the GOP's legitimacy problem through the lens of her transformation program framework, while Burning Bright closes with a fight nerd segment applying GSP's neural fatigue, Gaethje's half beats, and Jon Jones' miraging directly to Trump's fifth gen narrative strategy. The war is a story. The story is a war.
Brendan Schaub answers fan questions covering Conor McGregor's UFC comeback, Justin Gaethje's massive win over Ilia Topuria, the UFC GOAT debate, Tom Aspinall controversy, and old school vs new school fantasy matchups.Topics include: Conor McGregor's return to the UFC Justin Gaethje vs Ilia Topuria reaction Paddy Pimblett discussion Jon Jones vs GSP GOAT debate Tom Aspinall vs Ciryl Gane controversy Sean O'Malley, TJ Dillashaw, BJ Penn fantasy fights Alex Pereira vs Chuck Liddell UFC matchmaking predictions MMA fan questions answered liveIf you enjoy UFC breakdowns, MMA analysis, fight talk, and fan Q&A episodes, make sure to subscribe and join the Big Brown Breakdown Club for exclusive live chats every week.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Make sure to subscribe and follow the show for new weekly episodes. Thank you to this episode's sponsors: Visit https://kalshi.com/sign-up?referral=P4P or download the Kalshi App and use code P4P for $10. Sign up, tell ya friends, support the show. Try ZipRecruiter for free at ZipRecruiter.com/P4P. The #1 rated job listing site. Reddit is an app for authentic conversations about anything and everything. Download the Reddit app today. Kamaru and Henry recap UFC Freedom 250 from the White House lawn — Justin Gaethje shocking Ilia Topuria for the lightweight title, a full card breakdown, and a preview of Kape vs Horiguchi. 0:00 Intro 1:25 Gaethje becomes undisputed champ 2:16 Most decorated UFC lightweight ever? 8:55 Giving Topuria his flowers 13:51 Where Topuria went wrong 24:05 Handling defeat 34:10 What's next for Topuria 40:18 Is Gaethje worth $10M? 44:30 Pereira vs Gane 49:37 Pereira vs Jon Jones debate 50:28 Aspinall & title politics 56:01 Lewis vs Hokit 59:54 O'Malley vs Zahabi 1:04:37 Chandler vs Ruffy 1:13:16 Nickal vs Daukaus 1:14:01 Lopes vs Garcia 1:18:15 Rating Freedom 250 1:19:36 Preview: Kape vs Horiguchi Follow the Show on Social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pound4pound/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/Pound4poundshow Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pound4pound A Shadow Lion Production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The GOAT debate just got even crazier after Dana White's latest comments about Alex Pereira and Jon Jones. On this episode of Weighing In, Josh Thomson reacts to Dana White saying Alex Pereira may already be the greatest fighter of all time over Jon Jones. We break down Pereira's incredible rise across multiple weight classes, his championship run in kickboxing and MMA, and whether his recent dominance is enough to surpass Jon Jones' legendary UFC career. We'll also discuss: Why Dana White made the statement now How Pereira's accomplishments compare to Jon Jones' resume The importance of titles, longevity, and level of competition Whether Pereira can truly become the MMA GOAT with a few more wins What this means for the ongoing GOAT debate in combat sports Is Alex Pereira already ahead of Jon Jones, or is this recency bias after another huge performance? Let us know your thoughts in the comments.
Brendan Schaub is back with another Big Brown Breakdown, answering fan questions and breaking down the biggest issues in MMA today.This episode covers the upcoming White House UFC card, whether UFC fighters should face harsher penalties for fouls, Jon Jones and the controversy surrounding exploiting the rules, judging reform, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for kids, and how parents can keep young athletes engaged.Do MMA fouls need automatic point deductions? Is the current system broken? Brendan gives his honest take.Topics include: • UFC White House Card • Jon Jones • UFC Rules and Fouls • MMA Judging • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu • Parenting Young Athletes • Big Brown BreakdownSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Former Strikeforce World Champion, UFC veteran, Bellator star, and Weighing In podcast host Josh Thompson joins Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen to break down the UFC White House card, Alex Pereira vs Ciryl Gane, Michael Chandler's future, Belal Muhammad's championship run, fighter aging, media criticism in combat sports, and the biggest questions facing MMA today. The guys also discuss Josh Thompson's transition from fighting to media, Big John McCarthy's return to officiating, youth sports, lacrosse, fighter development, wrestling vs striking, Jon Jones' legacy, and whether Alex Pereira can become one of the greatest combat sports athletes ever.Former Strikeforce World Champion, UFC veteran, Bellator star, and Weighing In podcast host Josh Thompson joins Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen to break down the UFC White House card, Alex Pereira vs Ciryl Gane, Michael Chandler's future, Belal Muhammad's championship run, fighter aging, media criticism in combat sports, and the biggest questions facing MMA today.The guys also discuss Josh Thompson's transition from fighting to media, Big John McCarthy's return to officiating, youth sports, lacrosse, fighter development, wrestling vs striking, Jon Jones' legacy, and whether Alex Pereira can become one of the greatest combat sports athletes ever. Quince - Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Go to http://quince.com/fighter for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. That's http://quince.com/fighterShopify - Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://www.shopify.com/fighterO'Reilly - Stop by O'Reilly Auto Parts today or visit us at oreillyauto.com/FIGHTER that's oreillyauto.com/FIGHTERProgressive - See if you could save when you switch to Progressive. You'll feel good about making a savvy choice. Visit https://www.progressive.com/ and see if you can enjoy a little extra cash back.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brendan Schaub breaks down UFC Freedom 250 at the White House, Alex Pereira vs Ciryl Gane, Michael Chandler's upset chances against Rafael Fiziev, Sean Strickland's White House controversy, Dana White's biggest event ever, Tom Aspinall's contract dispute, Belal Muhammad's future, and the biggest stories in MMA today. Brendan also discusses Jon Jones vs Alex Pereira GOAT debates, Eddie Hearn's comments on Tom Aspinall, UFC politics, Bryce Mitchell's win, Brendan Allen's performance, Logan Paul's massive UFC bet, and why the White House card could become the most watched UFC event of all time. Shopify - Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at http://shopify.com/schaub DraftKings - New DraftKings customers, sign up with code SCHAUBSHOW spend five bucks to get two hundred in rewards within 21 days. That's code SCHAUBSHOW.Quince - Elevate your summer wardrobe. Go to http://quince.com/schaub for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. That's http://quince.com/schaub for free shipping and 365-day returns. http://quince.com/schaubProgressive - https://www.progressive.com/ and see if you can enjoy a little extra cash back.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin make their picks and predictions for the entire UFC White House card. Does Justin Gaethje actually have a chance to beat Ilia Topuria? Brown gives his coaching advice on what Gaethje needs to do to win. Plus Dana White claims if Alex Pereira becomes a three-division champion with a win over Ciryl Gane that he becomes the greatest of all-time and jumps over Jon Jones on that mythical list. Is White just playing promoter or is there any merit to what he's saying? All this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin make their picks and predictions for the entire UFC White House card. Does Justin Gaethje actually have a chance to beat Ilia Topuria? Brown gives his coaching advice on what Gaethje needs to do to win. Plus Dana White claims if Alex Pereira becomes a three-division champion with a win over Ciryl Gane that he becomes the greatest of all-time and jumps over Jon Jones on that mythical list. Is White just playing promoter or is there any merit to what he's saying? All this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin make their picks and predictions for the entire UFC White House card. Does Justin Gaethje actually have a chance to beat Ilia Topuria? Brown gives his coaching advice on what Gaethje needs to do to win. Plus Dana White claims if Alex Pereira becomes a three-division champion with a win over Ciryl Gane that he becomes the greatest of all-time and jumps over Jon Jones on that mythical list. Is White just playing promoter or is there any merit to what he's saying? All this and more on the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer! Subscribe to MMA Fighting Check out our full video catalog Like MMA Fighting on Facebook Follow on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brendan Schaub answers fan questions on this episode of Big Brown Breakdown, covering Conor McGregor's return, UFC contracts, fighter pay, Dana White, Jon Jones, Ronda Rousey, the White House UFC card, and the future of MMA outside the UFC.Brendan breaks down why Conor McGregor staying off social media could be a good sign, why his next two UFC fights may set up a massive free agency move, and how a potential Nate Diaz trilogy on Netflix/MVP could become the biggest payday of his career. He also goes in on UFC contracts, explaining why fighters like Jon Jones cannot simply leave, how fight offers can extend deals, and why the UFC's structure keeps talent from testing the market.The episode also covers Dana White announcing Conor vs Max Holloway during the MVP event, UFC ticket value for the White House card, Ronda Rousey's possible next opponent, whether young fighters should chase the UFC, and why fighter pay transparency is still a major issue in MMA.Subscribe for more UFC news, MMA talk, fan questions, fight breakdowns, and Brendan Schaub's takes on the combat sports world.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brendan Schaub breaks down the biggest stories in MMA and combat sports, including the future of Netflix MMA after the Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano card, whether MVP can actually compete with the UFC, and why Jon Jones vs Francis Ngannou may be too expensive and risky to happen.The episode also dives into Conor McGregor's rumored UFC return against Max Holloway, why Max is a dangerous stylistic matchup, and what could happen if Conor wins and gets pushed toward Islam Makhachev. Brendan also reacts to Dana White's White House UFC card concerns, including the outdoor setup, bugs, weather, and production problems.Other topics include Jake Paul's drawing power in combat sports, Colby Covington's retirement, Dricus Du Plessis vs Kamaru Usman rumors, Ilia Topuria vs Justin Gaethje backup talk, Ryan Garcia vs Conor Benn, celebrity boxing, BKFC at the UFC Apex, and fan questions.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Brendan Schaub breaks down a wild weekend in MMA, including the Netflix MVP card, Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano, Nate Diaz vs Mike Perry, Francis Ngannou's return, and the viral Jon Jones broadcast moment. Brendan reacts to fans calling Ronda vs Gina fake, explains why he thinks Netflix MMA is built more for spectacle than long-term growth, and questions where the promotion goes next.He also dives into Dana White announcing Conor McGregor vs Max Holloway during Francis Ngannou's walkout, why Nate Diaz may have lost his chance at Conor vs Nate 3, and why Jon Jones likely never fights outside the UFC. Plus, Brendan answers fan questions on Ilia Topuria, MMA judging, fighter pay, Netflix numbers, and whether MVP has a real future in combat sports.Topics include UFC, MMA news, Conor McGregor, Max Holloway, Jon Jones, Dana White, Nate Diaz, Mike Perry, Ronda Rousey, Gina Carano, Francis Ngannou, Jake Paul, Netflix MMA, and UFC fighter pay.Shopify - Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at http://shopify.com/schaubProgressive - See if you could save when you switch to Progressive. You'll feel good about making a savvy choice. Visit https://www.progressive.com/ and see if you can enjoy a little extra cash back.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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.Quince - Right now, go to https://quince.com/schaub for free shipping and 365-day returnsShopify - https://shopify.com/schaubSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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.
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.
Wrinks is back! The guys catch up on life and talk conspiracy theories, web sleuths, Bryan running for governor, Jon Jones at heavyweight, Tim Kennedy, Sam Tripoli, Steve Byrne, adderall, boxing, Dana White/Gina Carano controversy, Bryan's shark attack sighting and much more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.