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UFC TKO’s Strickland via PAYCHECK | TFATK Ep. 1229 Oct 13, 2026

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Bryan Callen is back from Europe, and Brendan Schaub wastes no time giving him hell. The boys discuss reports surrounding Tim Kennedy’s ambush in the Congo, push back on conflicting details, and share their concern for their longtime friend.

Then, Sean Strickland’s frustration with the UFC sparks a conversation about fighter pay, restrictive contracts, and whether boxing offers a better payday. Brendan explains why Strickland speaking out matters, and why leaving might be harder than it sounds.

Plus, Texas vs. California high school football, the reality of NFL practice-squad money, Dana White’s boxing ambitions, upcoming UFC matchups, and the usual chaos.

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TFATK Ep. 1228 AD Free Patreon Versioin Oct 11, 2026

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Erik Griffin joins Brendan Schaub for a special episode of The Fighter and The Kid! They dig into the Sebastian Maniscalco radio controversy and the debate it’s sparked across the comedy world, with plenty of laughs along the way.

Erik also talks about his newest movie role in BEHEMOTH, his podcast, and life across stand-up, acting, and podcasting. Plus, Brendan and Erik weigh in on current events and catch up on everything in between.

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Sebastian Maniscalco Has the Comedy World FIRED UP! + Erik Griffin Talks BEHEMOTH | TFATK Ep. 1228 Oct 09, 2026

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Hot Take ON PINAS?! | TFATK Ep. 1227 Oct 06, 2026

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Bryan Callen has a hot take on Damian Pinas, and Brendan Schaub is here for the UFC 332 conversation. The guys talk Payton Talbott, Johnny Walker’s deadlift, Sean Sharaf on Joe Rogan, and Gable Steveson’s work ethic.

Plus: jiu-jitsu at 60, Brendan’s UFC days, Paris Fashion Week’s wild outfits, getting fooled by AI, and a handshake discussion involving the Pope. MMA, comedy, and the conversations that happen after training.

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Fan Favorite Episode 467 Oct 04, 2026

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Brendan's back from filming a new movie role and Bryan's back from hanging with Matt Mitrione and the 2 ton club. The guys talk Instagram racists, UFC 238, Cowboy Cerrone's new haircut, upcoming Vegas trip with the team, The Beatles, Bill Burr's rant on Yoko Ono, Voodoo punani, Bryan's swinger's party regret, Brendan's chocolate covered cigarette's and pee pee mouth pranks, Justin Bieber calling out Tom Cruise, grandma helicopter rescue and much more!

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A Guillotine From SIDE CONTROL?! | TFATK Ep. 1226 Oct 01, 2026

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Bryan Callen shares what he’s been working on in his private jiu-jitsu lessons, and Brendan Schaub wants a demonstration. A guillotine from side control? Naturally, the guys have some fun figuring that one out.

They discuss John Danaher’s approach to learning, how to improve at jiu-jitsu, and turning instruction into skills you can actually use on the mats.

Plus: Bruce Bolt gloves, the Ben Simmons and Zach LaVine reporter clips, Odell Beckham Jr., the week’s news headlines, and Bryan’s upcoming tour dates.

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Bryan is a ZESTY EAGLES FAN NOW?? | TFATK Ep. 1225 Sep 29, 2026

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Bryan Callen has apparently joined Eagles nation, which immediately turns into an argument over NFL fight songs and whether football, baseball or UFC is actually the best sport to experience live.

Brendan and Bryan also get into UFC 332, the Barcelos injury, Francis Ngannou’s athleticism compared with elite NFL athletes, and what makes truly freak-level competitors different.

Plus, they break down the bizarre Piers Morgan / Ed Sheeran drama before the conversation turns toward American politics, money, institutional trust and why staying optimistic still matters even when confidence in the system is wearing thin.

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Fan Favorite Episode 735 Journalist Beef Sep 27, 2026

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The guys are back to discuss beef with an unnamed journalist, and talk Brendan getting arm barred by Kron Gracie and sparring with Tyrone Spong, Bryan's impressive back kick, people trying to get Dave Chappelle pulled from Netflix, a man suing a psychic for not lifting a love curse, Brendan and Bryan's plan to start an OnlyFans for Bryan's 3 piece set and much more!

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Bryan Callen Thinks He Can Beat a Chimp | The Fighter and The Kid | TFATK Ep. 1224 Sep 24, 2026

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Could Bryan Callen survive a fight with a chimp? Brendan Schaub puts his plan to the test, and the conversation goes exactly where you’d expect. The guys also get into Lizzie Borden, infamous serial killers, bizarre true crime stories, NFL fandom, and more.

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THE GABLE STEVESON LOSS CHANGES EVERYTHING | TFATK Ep. 1223 Sep 22, 2026

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Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen react to Gable Steveson’s shocking loss and break down why elite wrestling alone doesn’t guarantee success in MMA. Brendan explains the holes he sees in Gable’s striking, why he believes he was pushed too quickly, and what Gable would need to change if he wants to make a serious run.

The Fighter and The Kid also break down Joshua Van vs. Alexandre Pantoja, UFC judging and the changing value of grappling, the controversial Converse ad, Carrot Top, Ed Sheeran, a viral Jennifer Lopez lookalike mugshot, Iggy Pop, Brendan’s trip to Louisville and much more.

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