The Schaub Show

Sean Strickland didn’t just beat Fluffy Hernandez — he made a statement.

After a dominant performance, the only fight that makes sense is Strickland vs Khamzat. Stop the games.

We break down:

• Why Strickland looked better than ever
• Why Imavov doesn’t make sense next
• Why the UFC NEEDS American stars
• Why the White House card complicates things
• Conor McGregor’s International Fight Week situation
• Ronda vs Gina on Netflix
• Dana White ...

The fight world just got flipped.

Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano is officially headed to Netflix — and people are already calling it bigger than the White House UFC card.

Is that even realistic?

In this episode of The Schaub Show, we break down:

• Whether this fight is redemption or money
• Why Netflix might not be releasing real numbers
• If the UFC actually wanted this on the White House card
• Why casual fans are reacting differently...

Tom Aspinall’s eye injury may be far more serious than fans realized.

After multiple eye exams, surgery, and ongoing vision issues, the UFC heavyweight champion is dealing with complications that could impact his return timeline. We break down the injury details, rumors about vacating the title, and what this means for the heavyweight division moving forward.

With uncertainty around Jon Jones, the White House card, and poten...

On this episode of The Schaub Show, Brendan breaks down the rumored UFC White House fight card and whether it could become the biggest spectacle in MMA history.

With talk of potential appearances from GSP, Conor McGregor, and Nate Diaz, the question becomes: is this the greatest super card ever assembled, or a promotional play aimed at casual fans?

Brendan dives into:

• Why legacy names matter more than rankings for a...

The UFC looks strong on the surface — but behind the scenes, cracks are forming.

From weak cards to heavyweight chaos, this isn’t the same machine anymore. 

Brendan breaks down why recent UFC cards feel different, why the heavyweight division is dangerously thin, and how the business decisions fans never see are catching up to the product.

We get into:

• Why the Apex era changed fan expectations

• How Bare Knuckle FC is su...

Dana White takes the stand in the UFC antitrust lawsuit, and the MMA world is already jumping to the wrong conclusions. On this episode of The Schaub Show, Brendan breaks down what the lawsuit actually means, why the UFC business model isn’t changing anytime soon, and why fighters will never unionize the way fans think they should.

Brendan dives into fighter pay myths, Conor McGregor’s real value to the UFC, ...

Brendan Schaub breaks down Alexander Volkanovski’s latest fight, what went wrong, and what the UFC really does to champions once the momentum slips. From Volk’s future at the top of the division to why some elite fighters never get the rematch they deserve, this episode goes deeper than the headlines.

The crew also dives into UFC matchmaking politics, contender logjams, and how timing matters more than ta...

The UFC’s first major Paramount era card exposed huge issues — from Paddy Pimblett’s ceiling, to Justin Gaethje’s legacy, to the growing backlash over ads during fights.

On this episode of The Schaub Show, the crew breaks down:

Why Paddy Pimblett may never reach championship level

What Justin Gaethje’s future should look like

The real problem with UFC’s new broadcast model

Why women’s MMA is facing a serious tal...

On this episode of The Schaub Show, Brendan Schaub breaks down why the UFC feels different heading into its new Paramount era. From losing mainstream hype after leaving ESPN to Dana White’s shift in promotion style, the conversation dives into whether the UFC has lost some of the urgency and excitement that once made it unbeatable.

The episode covers the challenges of building stars in North America, why the UFC feels water...

On this episode of The Schaub Show, Brendan Schaub dives into the latest surrounding Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier, including their involvement in a Russian reality-style fight show and why their rivalry no longer hits the same.

Brendan explains why MMA nostalgia doesn’t work the way fans think it does, why legends don’t always translate into compelling modern content, and why it may be time to fully move on. He also bre...

Brendan talks about his daughter’s progress and why it put everything else into perspective, then shifts to a long breakdown of Gable Steveson, his potential future in the UFC, and whether Jon Jones is the right mentor for a young heavyweight prospect. Brendan compares Jones to other all-time greats, discusses mentorship versus talent, and explains why greatness inside the Octagon doesn’t always translate to guidance outsi...

On this episode of The Schaub Show, Brendan Schaub breaks down the story of Jack Doherty and three of his friendstrying to step up to Andrei Arlovski — and why that kind of confidence gets people hurt fast. Brendan explains the massive difference between influencer bravado and real fighting experience, why heavyweight legends like Arlovski operate in a completely different reality, and how internet fame can warp people’s s...

On this episode of The Schaub Show, Brendan Schaub gives his unfiltered breakdown of Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua, why the fight was never competitive, and why calling it “brave” completely misses the point. Brendan explains how the fight should have been marketed, why the idea of a “puncher’s chance” doesn’t apply at this level, and how boxing continues to sell narratives that casual fans don’t fully understand. He also br...

On this episode of The Schaub Show, Brendan Schaub breaks down the growing talk around a potential Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua fight — and why it would be the most dangerous matchup Jake Paul has ever faced. Brendan explains why Anthony Joshua represents a completely different level of power, experience, and risk, and how even a competitive showing would raise serious questions about Joshua’s legacy. He also compares the m...

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: ✔ Th...

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 jum...

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 re...

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 a...

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 Strickl...