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Brendan Schaub on Conor’s Comeback & Tom Aspinall’s Future | Big Brown Breakdown Ep. 6 LIVE Jun 26, 2026

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Brendan Schaub is back breaking down the biggest stories in MMA and the UFC including Conor McGregor’s comeback, Tom Aspinall’s heavyweight future, Ian Machado Garry working with Eddie Hearn, UFC referee controversies, Max Holloway, Ilia Topuria, Sean Strickland and more.

Brendan also talks about his interaction with Mike Tyson, UFC heavyweight matchups, illegal shots in MMA, podcasting, stand-up comedy, baseball dad life, and answers fan questions live.

Topics Include:

Conor McGregor comeback discussion

Tom Aspinall title path

UFC heavyweight division

Ian Machado Garry vs Islam Makhachev talk

Mike Tyson story

UFC judging and referee issues

Sean Strickland return

Max Holloway discussion

Brendan Schaub fight stories

MMA betting talk

UFC future matchups

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Dustin Poirier Needs Help… Not Hate | Big Brown Breakdown Ep. 513 LIVE Jun 25, 2026

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Brendan Schaub breaks down the recent Dustin Poirier airport incident and opens up about the reality many UFC fighters face after retirement.

From addiction and identity loss to purpose, discipline, and mental health, this episode dives deep into what really happens when elite athletes walk away from competition. Brendan shares personal stories about his own transition from fighting, struggles with addiction, and why many former fighters spiral after leaving the UFC.

The guys also discuss:

Dustin Poirier’s statement
Jon Jones and Conor McGregor comparisons
Why fighters need purpose after retirement
Alexander Volkanovski opening up mentally
CTE, alcoholism, and athlete psychology
Josh Van’s rise in the UFC
Tom Brady, The Rock, and elite athlete mentality

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Big Brown Breakdown LIVE Ep. 5 Jun 23, 2026

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Replay of Brendan answering your YouTube membership questions live!

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Justin Gaethje Changed the Lightweight Division Forever | Big Brown Breakdown Ep. 512 LIVE Jun 22, 2026

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Brendan Schaub breaks down the biggest stories in MMA including Justin Gaethje’s rise to UFC lightweight champion, Trevor Wittman’s appearance on Joe Rogan, Conor McGregor’s future, and why the lightweight division suddenly feels wide open.

Schaub explains how Gaethje exposed Ilia Topuria, why fighters no longer fear undefeated champions once the aura disappears, and why Jon Jones remains the rare exception.

Also discussed:

Trevor Wittman’s UFC glove controversy
DDP vs Kamaru Usman breakdown
Arman Tsarukyan vs Charles Oliveira
UFC AI rankings
Pat Barry & Rose Namajunas discussion
Gable Steveson hype
UFC future stars

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Fan Questions: Conor McGregor Is STILL the Biggest Star in UFC Jun 21, 2026

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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 live

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Big Brown Breakdown LIVE Ep. 4 Jun 19, 2026

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Conor McGregor FINALLY Speaks on UFC Return | Big Brown Breakdown Ep. 511 LIVE Jun 18, 2026

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Brendan Schaub breaks down Conor McGregor’s massive return interview with Ariel Helwani and reacts to the UFC’s plans for his comeback fight against Max Holloway.

The guys discuss Conor’s UFC contract, why the UFC may not fully trust him yet, and whether McGregor can still compete at the highest level after years away from the Octagon.

They also dive into:

Max Holloway vs Conor McGregor

Islam Makhachev vs Ian Garry

Cyril Gane controversy and illegal strikes

Alex Pereira heavyweight future

Tom Aspinall title picture

UFC White House event doing massive numbers

Paddy Pimblett, Arman Tsarukyan, Justin Gaethje and more

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Big Brown Breakdown LIVE Ep. 3 Jun 16, 2026

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Justin Gaethje SHOCKS Ilia Topuria | UFC White House Recap | Big Brown Breakdown Ep. 510 LIVE Jun 15, 2026

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Brendan Schaub breaks down the historic UFC White House card, Justin Gaethje's stunning upset over Ilia Topuria, Alex Pereira's move to heavyweight, Ciryl Gane's performance, Sean O'Malley's loss, Bo Nickal's rebound win, and what's next for the UFC after one of the most talked-about events in MMA history. Schaub also discusses Tom Aspinall's future, Conor McGregor possibilities, Paddy Pimblett's stock rising, Tyson Fury's surprise appearance, and why UFC Freedom may never be topped as a one-night sporting event.

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Fan Questions: Brendan Schaub Calls Out MMA's Biggest Problem Jun 14, 2026

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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 Breakdown

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