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Theo Von, Jelly Roll & UFC Chaos — Brendan’s Wildest Weekend Yet | Episode 464 Dec 08, 2025

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Brendan is back after a ridiculous weekend — from a cowboy-themed celebrity party in Franklin, Tennessee to one of the most chaotic UFC cards of the year. 🤠🔥 On this episode of The Schaub Show, Brendan reunites with Theo Von and Jelly Roll, gives inside stories from Tucker Carlson’s Christmas event, and breaks down why UFC 323 played out EXACTLY how he predicted — including why Yan vs Merab was NOT close. He covers: ✔ Theo Von clowning at Tucker Carlson’s party ✔ Jelly Roll’s insane weight drop reaction ✔ UFC 323 breakdown — and why stats don’t tell the story ✔ Joshua Van’s celebration backlash ✔ Dana vs Tom Aspinall media fallout ✔ Trump announcing 8-9 championship fights ✔ Why Sean O’Malley vs Yan at the White House is inevitable Plus — Brendan reacts to crazy stoppages, future matchmaking, and why this weekend felt like dad heaven. 🎧 Subscribe for fight talk, comedy, and the best MMA storytelling anywhere.

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Why Isn’t Ilia Topuria Fighting? UFC 324 Title Chaos Explained | Episode 463 Dec 01, 2025

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UFC 324 is officially one of the most controversial cards of the year, and the biggest question fans keep asking is why Ilia Topuria isn’t fighting. Brendan Schaub breaks down the real reasons behind Ilia's absence, how it impacts the featherweight division, and why Diego Lopes ended up getting Alexander Volkanovski instead. Brendan dives into: Why Ilia Topuria is out and what the UFC’s plan actually is How Diego Lopez jumped the line for Volkanovski Why Movsar and Tsarukyan keep getting skipped How the UFC chooses activity and entertainment over rankings Why fans are furious about the featherweight picture Gaethje vs Paddy Pimblett shock matchup Kayla Harrison vs Amanda Nunes Tom Aspinall’s brutal injury update Jon Jones eye-poke clip breakdown DC vs Jon Jones grappling drama McGregor calling out Khabib over NFT controversy Mike Perry owing $800k to the IRS UFC 323 picks and predictions This episode explains exactly how the UFC matchmaking machine works — and why Ilia’s absence is bigger than people think. Join https://www.patreon.com/tfatk to get this episode and all future episodes ad free!

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UFC Chaos: Dana vs Francis, Dagestani Drama & McGregor’s Psychedelic Reset | Episode 462 Nov 24, 2025

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Brendan Schaub breaks down one of the wildest weeks in MMA — from backstage fighter chaos to Dana White’s stories about Francis Ngannou, to Conor McGregor’s psychedelic reset in Mexico. This episode dives deep into the real drama happening behind the scenes in the UFC, the title-shot picture across multiple divisions, and the controversies shaking up the MMA world. In this episode: • Francis Ngannou vs UFC Brass Brendan reacts to Dana White’s claims that Francis grabbed him and UFC execs behind the scenes, and explains why fighter–promoter tension has existed for decades. • Dagestani Fighter Backstage Incidents Schaub calls out the escalating pattern of pushing, slapping, and confrontations among Dagestani fighters during UFC events — and why they get a cultural “pass” others wouldn’t. • Sorukyan, Topuria, Paddy & UFC Lightweight Politics A full breakdown of who actually deserves the next shot, why Sorukyan is the toughest matchup, and how the UFC might play the business side. • Islam Makhachev’s Next Opponent at 170 Ian Machado Garry vs Michael Morales vs the rest of the division — who truly poses danger to the champion, and why knockout power matters more than rankings. • Mighty Mouse Separates From MMA Guru Why DJ ended their show, what Guru said, and how crossing into mainstream spaces changes the game. • Conor McGregor’s Psychedelic Experience A breakdown of Conor’s intense vision quest in Mexico — including the “Jesus crowned me” moment — and why he may finally be trying to change his life. • Kamaru Usman on Being Knocked Out Usman explains what he remembers (and doesn’t) from the Leon Edwards head kick, and Brendan expands on what really happens during a KO. • Gable Steveson KO & Past Allegations Schaub reacts to Gable’s insanely fast KO and breaks down the controversy surrounding his old legal case and the Minnesota intoxication loophole. If you love real MMA insight, fighter stories, behind-the-scenes details, and honest takes no one else will say — this is your episode.

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UFC 322 Fallout: Is Islam Makhachev Unstoppable? Episode 461 Nov 17, 2025

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Brendan Schaub breaks down everything that went down at UFC 322, including Islam Makhachev's dominant performance, the controversial outcome of Valentina Shevchenko’s fight, and why the aftermath of this card could shift multiple divisions. In this episode of The Schaub Show, Brendan gives his take on: Makhachev’s potential GOAT status, JDM’s tough matchup, Valentina’s polarizing decision, what’s next for the lightweight and flyweight divisions, whether you agree with the judges or not, this card delivered chaos — and Brendan’s here to dissect it all.

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MOVING UP FOR BLOOD: Makhachev’s Bold Gamble at UFC 322 | Episode 460 Nov 10, 2025

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Brendan Schaub breaks down/makes picks for UFC 322 Jack Della Maddalena vs Islam Makhachev, dives deeper into the UFC betting controversy and talks Dana White's new gambling documentary on Netflix, Jon Jones' recent interview discussing Tom Aspinall's quick quitting habits, Bo Nickal needing to focus on his strengths and possibly even fire his team if continues to focus on striking, Derek Moneyberg challenging Sean Strickland to train, RDR's first statement about his coach throwing in the towel, Urijah Faber's take on the GFL debacle, Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis officially being canceled, Payton Talbot showing his nuts to Adin Ross and much more.

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Ronda's WRONG! Rogan is an Expert| Episode 459 Nov 03, 2025

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Brendan Schaub talks Ronda Rousey's comments on Bert Kreischer's podcast regarding Joe Rogan and why he feels Bert should've defended Rogan more, the recent betting scandal at the UFC, Tom Aspinall's training partner actually eye poking Waldo Cortes-Acosta after making statements that he had never poked anyone in the eye in over 30 fights, current events around the combat sports world including Jake Paul looking to replace Gervonta Davis with Francis Ngannou and or Ryan Garcia and more, Gable Steveson and Bryan Battle's KO wins in their DBX 4 debuts, Andrew Tate taking over as CEO of Misfits Boxing and fighting Chase DeMoor and much more.

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Tom Aspinall DID NOT QUIT! UFC 321 Recap | Episode 458 Oct 27, 2025

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Brendan Schaub recaps UFC 321 Tom Aspinall vs Ciryl Gane and discusses the controversy regarding the double eye poke Gane gave to Tom, how Chael Sonnen, Anthony Smith and Dana White were critical about Tom for not continuing to fight, why the rematch will garner more attention than the first fight, why Jon Jones vs Alex Pereira will be next at the White House, how changing gloves won't remedy eye pokes and only taking a point and/or disqualifying can work, Conor McGregor finding God and much more. Join https://www.patreon.com/tfatk to get this episode and all future episodes ad free!

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ALL of the PRESSURE is on TOM ASPINALL | UFC 321 BREAKDOWN | Episode 457 Oct 20, 2025

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Brendan Schaub breaks down/makes picks for UFC 321 Tom Aspinall vs Cyril Gane and discusses why Tom needs to outshine Jon Jones by finishing Cyril faster than him, why the UFC wants Mackenzie Dern to win so she's the face of the organization, issues with refereeing in all sports but especially in MMA, the sudden passing of Duke Roufus, Frankie Edgar's theory on why he wasn't cleared to fight at BKFC, the creepy phone picture during Brendan Allen's walkout, Mikey Musumeci's leaked footage of him rolling with Derek Moneyberg and the mysterious 9 million views in a few days for his UFC jiu jitsu match and much more. Join https://www.patreon.com/tfatk to get this episode and all future episodes ad free!

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UFC White House will be the GREATEST EVENT in Combat Sports HISTORY! | Episode 456 Oct 13, 2025

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Brendan Schaub recaps UFC Charles Oliveira vs Mateus Gamrot and talks current events in the combat sports world including UFC White House fight rumors including the possibility of Ronda Rousey, Gina Carano and Ilia Topuria vs Paddy Pimblett fighting at the event, Conor McGregor's 18 month suspension for avoiding his drug tests three times, Tom Aspinall saying Daniel Cormier could've beaten him in MMA, UFC catapulting fighters too fast and learning from it, Brendan's take on Merab Dvalishvili sparring 5 rounds before his fight with Cory Sandhagen and much more. Join https://www.patreon.com/tfatk to get this episode and all future episodes ad free!

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Pereira KO’s Ankalaev at UFC 320! Aspinall or Jones Next? Episode 455 Oct 06, 2025

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Brendan Schaub recaps UFC 320 Alex Pereira vs Magomed Ankalaev and talks the sudden passing of Jon Jones' brother, Arthur Jones, Conor McGregor claiming his fight at the White House is signed whilst Dana White denies it, why Alex should move up to heavyweight and how that opens the door for Khalil and Jiri at light heavyweight, Patchy Mix not living up to the hype, why Joe Pyfer shouldn't rely on just head hunting and KO's, why Josh Emmett shouldn't have focused so much on just power in this camp, this weekend's Charles Oliveira vs Mateausz fight card Gamrot and much more. Join https://www.patreon.com/tfatk to get this episode and all future episodes ad free!

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