Dricus Du Plessis proved once again why he's one of the toughest champions in the UFC, and Brendan Schaub believes the biggest takeaway isn't just the win over Kamaru Usman—it's how bright the future of the UFC really is.

On this episode of The Fighter and The Kid, Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen break down DDP vs. Usman, discuss whether Usman still has another title run left at welterweight, and explain why the next generation of UFC talent has them more excited than ever. From Tommy McMillen's breakout performance to rising prospects making waves across multiple divisions, Schaub says the UFC's future is "so bright you need shades."

The conversation also dives into Sean Strickland vs. Khamzat Chimaev rumors, Jordan Burroughs' upcoming grappling match, Colby Covington's wrestling credentials, Islam Makhachev comparisons, and why people underestimate the gap between elite MMA wrestling and Olympic-level wrestling.

Outside the Octagon, Bryan and Brendan discuss life in Los Angeles, homelessness, California politics, crocodiles vs. alligators, the FIFA Club World Cup, cricket's surprising global popularity, street fight videos, Mighty Mouse effortlessly submitting KSI, and much more.

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The weathered worm is back! The guys talk open relationships, the Silk Road and dark web, Menace to Society, TikTok stars, Andrew Schulz calling out Wrinks, Tiger Woods' accident, Columbia University professor who snorts heroin, Pakistani rollerblading cops, suggestive snow sculptures and much more!

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Tim Kennedy is finally addressing the controversy surrounding his book and the allegations that have dominated conversations across the military, podcast, and combat sports communities.

On this episode of The Fighter and The Kid, Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen break down Kennedy's response, discuss accountability, fame, success, and why so many public figures struggle when they reach the top.

The guys also react to the surprising news that Tom Segura and Christina Pazsitzky are divorcing after nearly two decades together, discuss Conor McGregor's latest business venture and UFC comeback, debate celebrity psychology, and cover several wild current events making headlines.

Topics include Tim Kennedy, Conor McGregor, Tom Segura, Christina Pazsitzky, Jordan Peterson, Floyd Mayweather, Lionel Messi, World Cup discussion, UFC news, podcast culture, and much more.

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Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen react to the fallout from UFC 329 and debate what's next for Conor McGregor after another devastating setback. They discuss whether Conor should continue fighting in the UFC, pursue a boxing match with Jake Paul, or finally walk away from MMA.

The guys also break down Gable Steveson's UFC debut, Paddy Pimblett's rise, Robert Whittaker's move to light heavyweight, heavyweight matchmaking, and the biggest stories in combat sports.

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Conor McGregor's future

UFC 329 recap

Jake Paul vs Conor McGregor

Gable Steveson UFC debut

Paddy Pimblett

Robert Whittaker

Mario Bautista

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Matt Mitrione stories

Brian Callen & Brendan Schaub UFC analysis

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Bert Kreischer and the guys enjoy airplane whiskey's and talk dancing with whores, dating girls with mustaches, favorite porn categories, sitcom goals, Bill Burr and Joe Rogan pushing Bert to do stand-up, support from Tom Segura, Travel Channel days, how "The Machine" story changed Bert's life, Sober October, behind the scenes stories at The Comedy Store and much more!

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Conor McGregor is officially back, and the conversation around his UFC return against Max Holloway has never been bigger.

On this episode of The Fighter and The Kid, Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen break down the biggest talking points heading into one of the most anticipated fights of the year. From McGregor's long layoff and the media coverage surrounding his return to whether fans should separate the fighter from the controversy, the guys dive into one of the most debated topics in MMA.

They also discuss the Fighters Only MMA Awards, Bryan's upcoming appearance in Las Vegas, Paddy Pimblett's redemption fight, Robert Whittaker's return, Gable Steveson's UFC debut, and why this card could shape the future of the lightweight division.

Outside the Octagon, Brendan and Bryan get into World Cup predictions, why France continues to dominate international soccer, and a fascinating conversation about youth sports, parenting, football culture in Texas, and what it really takes to develop elite athletes.

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Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen recap their July 4th weekends before diving into Conor McGregor's long-awaited UFC return. They discuss the Max Holloway matchup, ring rust, weight classes, fight IQ, Patty Pimblett's rise, and International Fight Week.

The guys also react to the FIFA World Cup, Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi, England's chances, Thierry Henry, Zlatan Ibrahimović, Bryan Johnson's latest health diagnosis, Fourth of July fireworks, and plenty more.

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Jo Koy is back and the guys reenact Bryan's cookie eating etiquette and talk Jim Carrey, Chris Farley, Jo's theory on Bryan's forehead wrinkles, Jo's Sam Adams commercial and backstory about his mom and comedy, Brendan and Jo discuss the Original Kings of Comedy and go hard on sneaker head posers and bots, also, Bryan's beef with David Letterman and much more!

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