Brendan Schaub

Date: 2018-04-04 | Duration: 2h 47m

Episode Overview

Brendan Schaub dives deep into the current landscape of MMA, sharing sharp insights on fighters, training camps, and the evolving dynamics of the sport. He discusses the unique attributes of top competitors like Khabib Nurmagomedov, highlighting Khabib’s relentless wrestling and grappling dominance, and contrasts him with other elite grapplers such as Tony Ferguson and Kevin Lee. Schaub also reflects on the heavyweight division’s shifting power balance, praising Stipe Miocic’s technical control and Daniel Cormier’s relentless approach, while expressing skepticism about Francis Ngannou’s wrestling defense and overall strategy. The conversation touches on memorable fights and controversial moments, including debates over referee decisions and illegal tactics like eye pokes. Schaub emphasizes the importance of discipline and dedication in MMA, noting how fighters like Frankie Edgar and Tyron Woodley balance longevity with entertainment value. He also shares candid thoughts on crossover athletes like CM Punk and the challenges they face entering the sport. Throughout, Schaub blends technical analysis with personal anecdotes, offering a nuanced view of MMA’s past, present, and future, while underscoring the sport’s complexity and the mental toughness required to compete at the highest level.

About Brendan Schaub

Brendan Schaub is a podcast personality and sports commentator known for his expertise in mixed martial arts and combat sports analysis. He regularly discusses UFC fights and fighter development, demonstrating deep knowledge of training methodologies and fighter performance. Schaub also hosts entertainment content, including "Gearheads Gone Wild" on Tubi, where he explores interests beyond fighting such as automobiles and consumer technology.

Key Moments

– Mixed Martial Arts
– UFC Fighters
– Fight Strategy
– Wrestling
– Striking Techniques
– Fight Camps
– MMA Training
– Fight Promotions
– Boxing
– Combat Sports History
– MMA Injuries
– Fight Psychology
– MMA Rules and Regulations
– MMA Weight Classes
– MMA Fight Analysis
– MMA Career Development
– MMA Coaches
– MMA Fight Records
0:00:00 – Discussing potential show with Diaz in New York
0:01:14 – Brendan Schaub on calm and explosive fighting style
0:03:02 – Carlos Condit fight and training camp in Cuba
0:05:04 – Analysis of Neil Magny fight performance
0:07:13 – Betting insights on fighter's abilities
0:08:50 – Selling Ben Askren's entertaining style
0:10:58 – Luke's evolution and fight potential
0:13:17 – Fighter's Strikeforce championship background
0:14:47 – Mark Goddard's stoppage decision discussion
0:19:07 – Eddie Alvarez and camp dynamics
0:21:42 – Comparing grapplers: Tony Ferguson and Khabib Nurmagomedov
0:24:18 – Jon Jones' greatness and legacy
0:25:24 – Humorous take on fighter's agent
0:27:10 – Highlighting fighter's wins over Korshkov and Lima
0:28:44 – Respect for legendary fighters and wrestling skills
0:31:14 – Heavyweight division outlook and DC's future
0:33:47 – Stipe Miocic's fight strategy and control
0:36:36 – Vulkan's stand-up and striking skills
0:39:18 – Respect shown to Anderson Silva
0:41:26 – Jon Jones' takedown dominance in first fight
0:43:00 – Fighter's refusal to tap and toughness
0:45:40 – Discussion on fighter's lifestyle and dedication
0:48:21 – Cowboy Cerrone's unique talents
0:49:08 – Desire for rematch between DC and Francis Ngannou
0:51:24 – Upcoming talent and skill honing in MMA
0:54:33 – Training with Russian nationals and technical work
0:56:05 – Comparing striking levels of fighters
1:00:09 – Francis Ngannou's fight potential and nickname discussion
1:03:14 – CM Punk fight hype and fan excitement
1:07:36 – Hypothetical multi-fight night with Francis and Khabib
1:08:33 – CM Punk vs Floyd Mayweather speculation
1:10:11 – Boxing and MMA skill comparisons
1:14:26 – Tyron Woodley's tough fights and public perception
1:18:23 – Rafael dos Anjos' notable matchups
1:23:55 – Frankie Edgar's UFC gym and career insights
1:26:29 – Sylvester Stallone's fight stories and wrestling ownership
1:32:49 – Toughest opponents faced by fighters
1:36:44 – Discussion on flat earth beliefs and confirmation bias
1:40:21 – Bigfoot belief and related anecdotes
1:48:32 – DNA testing and anthropological findings
1:51:34 – Fighter's resilience and human limits
1:54:37 – Training priorities and recovery routines
2:00:08 – Choosing battles and fight strategy
2:02:17 – Gustafsson's recovery and future prospects
2:04:16 – Post-fight analysis and consulting work
2:06:43 – Comparing careers of Holyfield and Tyson
2:08:39 – Evander Holyfield's Olympic background
2:11:36 – Victor Ortiz's confidence and fight analysis
2:13:18 – Klitschko vs Wilder fight anticipation
2:14:04 – Discussion on fighter's speed and skill
2:15:22 – Mental health and fighter performance
2:16:15 – Excitement about current fight scene
2:18:34 – Boxing and MMA fan perspectives
2:22:02 – Advanced grappling techniques and submissions
2:24:22 – Controversy over eye gouging in fights
2:28:26 – Call for stricter penalties on fouls
2:30:25 – Cheating tactics and fight controversies
2:32:35 – Evolution of MMA regulations and testing
2:34:00 – Fighter Page's technical striking style
2:36:33 – Confidence and readiness of top fighters
2:37:22 – Performance grading and fighter self-assessment
2:38:54 – Giorgio Petrosian's impact in kickboxing
2:41:17 – Athlete compensation and sports industry issues
2:43:31 – Potential for profitable jiu-jitsu leagues
2:47:46 – Toughness of fighters Dos Anjos and Horcher
2:49:15 – Announcement of new TV show by Brendan Schaub

Transcript Excerpt

Starting point is 00:00:00 four three two one and we're live this is a bummer of a fight week but also an awesome fight week like i'm very excited did you see the the latest countdown what is it uh all access what do they call it no embedded embedded yeah i'm always trying to come up with the name there's really they're all the same but yeah all access embedded access embedded 24 seven. That is very good. I should, I should remember the name. It's very good. They're all, Starting point is 00:00:28 yeah, they're all good. This, this new one is really good. Cause it's got Max Holloway running on a treadmill, two treadmills over from Nurmagomedov, who's also running on a treadmill and they're fucking very cool to each other. It's very interesting. Starting point is 00:00:40 Khabib thanked him for taking the fight, which he should, which he should. Thanks for taking the fight. And then they have the same weight coach. That's crazy. Lockhart, right? Yeah, it's Lockhart. Starting point is 00:00:51 Is Lockhart working with Nurmagomedov as well? Yes, both of them. So Lockhart is legit. He goes over calculations of how much you weigh, how much water you're going to take, and he's weighing things out. It took him an hour and a half to do the calculations yeah it wasn't like hey we're gonna wing this it's like no no no no no no we're gonna do this weight cut correctly and he's got it down Starting point is 00:01:15 to the day you know like it's six days to lose i think he was 171 is that is that i was wondering what what did he start at is it 171 yeah so I think he's got to lose 16 pounds. What's crazy is when Max was on my show, I was talking to him a little bit off air, and this is on record, I'm not spilling anything that he didn't say, but he just goes, you know, with the injury. There we go right there. Jesus Christ. Embedded, I think, is better than that UFC, not UFC, the HBO ones. Starting point is 00:01:43 I think it's better than all of them. The 24-7? Yeah. How dare...

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