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The Big Brown Breakdown

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UFC
Conor Mcgregor
Jon Jones
Jake Paul
UFC 300
MMA
Dana White
Khamzat Chimaev
Tom Aspinall
Anthony Joshua
Sean Strickland
Boxing
Justin Gaethje
Paddy Pimblett
Alex Pereira
Islam Makhachev
Max Holloway
Robert Whittaker
Dustin Poirier
Francis Ngannou

The Big Brown Breakdown explores the intersection of combat sports and life in and outside the sport. Through the eyes of former fighter, comedian, and host Brendan Schaub, the show is an entertaining mix of truth, comedy, and rawness. Brendan is joined by some of the sport's biggest names and entertainers each week. Episodes include weekly insights into the sport. The show consists of deep dives ... more

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Recent Guests

Brandon Vaughn
Artist who contributed studio artwork
Dallas-based artist
Episode: Fan Questions: Conor vs Max, White House Card, UFC 328 Khamzat & Strickland
Josh Hoket
Professional fighter discussed in depth, noted for his unconventional style and hype-building persona
Episode: This Fighter Just SAVED the Heavyweight Division | TSS Ep. 492
Theo Von
Comedian and podcaster
Theo Von (podcast host)
Episode: Nate Diaz GOES OFF on DC… This Got Ugly | TSS Ep. 489
Daniel Cormier
Former UFC fighter, commentator
ESPN/Commentary
Episode: Nate Diaz GOES OFF on DC… This Got Ugly | TSS Ep. 489
Arman Sarukin
Episode: Ronda Rousey Exposes UFC Fighter Pay | TSS Ep. 483
Derek Moneyberg
A businessman known for training with top BJJ practitioners
Self
Episode: Black Belt in 3 YEARS?! | Lines Are Getting BLURRED! | Episode 451
Kayla Harrison
Professional MMA fighter and former Olympic judoka
Episode: Brendan Schaub REACTION to UFC 316 Merab vs O'Malley | Episode 438
Ben Askren
Former MMA fighter and current sports commentator
Episode: Brendan Schaub REACTION to UFC 316 Merab vs O'Malley | Episode 438
Islam Makhachev
Potential title challenger at welterweight
Episode: UFC 315 Della Maddalena vs Muhammad RECAP | Episode 435

Host

Brendan Schaub
Host of The Big Brown Breakdown; former fighter, comedian, and media personality.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 10.2k ratings
  • Dead air

    So much dead air, I had to check my AirPods to see if I was disconnected.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    DanielBarnes22
    United Statesa month ago
  • Been a paying fan since day one but came here to pump your numbers. Love you Brendan! And chin!

    Best sports podcast ever made. F ya life, loser haters!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    roonslaughter
    United States2 months ago
  • For the love of God man

    Love the show, someone tell Brendan it’s not “shoot for the moon, land on a star” thank you…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Barser00
    United States2 months ago
  • Great Episode

    Brendan was on one today. Loved it. Spitting poetry about Joe Pyfer. Love it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Terry Pierce Byrd
    United States3 months ago
  • Best mma show

    This show only got better in time. Great perspective and love having the added host recently, keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sprite spite
    United States3 months ago

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Fans appreciate the candid host banter and industry insight, though ads are a frequent point of contention.
Listeners value timely MMA chatter, star-angle discussions, and entertaining guests, even if some dislike the ad reads.
Overall, the show blends blunt MMA analysis with business talk and humor, appealing to fans who want real takes.

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#76
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Apple Podcasts
#101
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#162
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#99
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#83
New Zealand/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#125
Philippines/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Fan Questions: Conor McGregor Is STILL the Biggest Star in UFC
Q: Is Conor still the biggest star in the UFC?
Yes, the hosts argue that Conor is still the top name in the sport, a status maintained through media attention, sponsorship leverage, and his ongoing public persona even if there are new contenders for the spotlight.
Fan Questions: Conor McGregor Is STILL the Biggest Star in UFC
Q: When was the last time you saw Conor headlining a fight in Dublin and what was the crowd reaction?
Brendan notes the Dublin 2014 headline was a peak moment with an electric crowd reaction, and he believes such moments underpin Conor's historic status even as the landscape evolves.
Big Brown Breakdown LIVE Ep. 2
Q: What was your take on Ozark ending?
Brendan felt the ending was mid-tier and highlighted how finales often disappoint, though he remains engaged with the show and its recent seasons.
Fan Questions: Brendan Schaub Calls Out MMA's Biggest Problem
Q: Is it wise for Strickland to be excluded from the White House event given his controversial views?
Excluding a vocal figure can be understandable for event control and optics, but it also limits entertainment value; the decision is a balancing act between risk and engagement.
Fan Questions: Brendan Schaub Calls Out MMA's Biggest Problem
Q: What area of the United States produces the best MMA talent?
Best talent often comes from California and the broader West Coast region, with strong pockets in the East and Midwest, but California remains the strongest pipeline for high-level fighters.

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A blunt, high-energy MMA podcast that blends fight analysis with real-world business angles, celebrity guests, and personal anecdotes. Frequent topics include fighter pay, star power, promotions, branding, and the evolving media landscape (including streaming and sponsorships), all delivered with humor and unapologetic candor. Notable for its no-nonsense big-picture takes, crossovers between UFC chatter and lifestyle themes, and a refreshed brand voice that leans into entertainment as much as analysis.

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2. Josh Hoket
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7. Kayla Harrison
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