Brendan Schaub

Date: 2026-05-13 | Duration: 2h 41m

Category: Combat Sports, Arts & Entertainment

Episode Overview

Joe Rogan welcomes Brendan Schaub to discuss the weekend's UFC action, immediately diving into the much-anticipated Sean Strickland vs. Khamzat Chimaev fight. Schaub enthusiastically champions Strickland, highlighting his "deep water" mentality and how he overcame a serious shoulder injury against a formidable opponent. They analyze the judging, noting the split opinions among fans and pundits, with Joe leaning towards Strickland’s victory based on effective damage, despite Chimaev's grappling attempts. The conversation expands to the controversial betting patterns surrounding the Sean Brady vs. Joaquin Buckley fight, where unusual last-minute money shifts prompted UFC intervention, though Brady ultimately dominated. The discussion also touches on the careers of other fighters, including Joshua Van's impressive performance at flyweight and Aljamain Sterling's underrated skills. Schaub emphasizes the importance of activity and sport-specific training over general conditioning, citing Marab Dvalishvili's relentless cardio as an example. The conversation veers into broader topics like the unique health risks faced by MMA fighters compared to other professional athletes, leading to a debate about fair compensation within the UFC's profitable business model. Schaub also shares insights into his new show, "Gearheads Gone Wild" on Tubi, and he and Joe passionately discuss muscle cars, electric vehicles, and the impending law requiring kill switches in new cars, expressing concerns about privacy and control.

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

00:00:19 – Post-UFC 299 fight analysis, including Joshua Van's performance
00:02:40 – Discussion on career longevity for fighters across different weight classes
00:05:24 – UFC's response to suspicious betting activity on fights
00:09:15 – How fan betting contributes to increased negativity towards fighters
00:13:17 – Sean Strickland's mental toughness and performance against Khamzat Chimaev
00:15:07 – Strickland's Hall of Fame trajectory as a blue-collar underdog
00:19:08 – Varied perspectives on judging the Strickland vs. Chimaev fight
00:23:40 – Sean Strickland's polarizing personality and its role in fight promotion
00:27:07 – Deep dive into Khamzat Chimaev's weight cutting and cardio struggles
00:35:36 – Debate on effective cardio training methods for MMA fighters
00:37:05 – Praise for Aljamain Sterling's grappling and Marab Dvalishvili's cardio
00:41:40 – Jon Jones' exceptional talent, fight IQ, and legacy
00:48:00 – Arman Tsarukyan's active fight schedule and wealthy background
00:52:50 – Anticipation for Justin Gaethje vs. Ilia Topuria and Gaethje's underdog story
01:00:00 – Critique of UFC fighter bonuses and broader compensation issues
01:05:50 – The UFC's financial success contrasted with fighter pay
01:10:00 – Joe Rogan details the business model of The Mothership comedy club
01:15:00 – Hypothetical strategy for fighters to collectively bargain for more pay
01:20:00 – Netflix's past interest in UFC content and current MMA ventures
01:27:00 – Changing landscape of television and streaming in modern media
01:30:14 – Social media manipulation: buying followers and views
01:32:47 – The rise of AI-driven bots for online engagement
01:34:57 – Critique of full-time online streaming and reaction videos
01:37:16 – Societal addiction to phones and the digital future
01:40:41 – Comparing phone addiction to historical cigarette use
01:43:08 – Concerns about government control through digital currency and social credit
01:46:17 – Brendan Schaub's new car show, 'Gearheads Gone Wild'
01:47:04 – Discussion on custom Safari Porsches and car modifications
01:51:02 – The appeal of driving older, less powerful manual cars
01:53:20 – The unique enjoyment and value of performance cars
01:58:14 – Porsche's increasing exclusivity due to high prices
02:05:58 – Debating mandatory car kill switches and vehicle monitoring
02:13:40 – Dodge's return to V8 Hellcat engines and American muscle
02:17:09 – The complexities of US gas prices and global oil markets
02:19:24 – Discussing conspiracy theories around Trump assassination attempts
02:23:25 – Contrasting American and Chinese TikTok content
02:26:08 – Brendan Schaub's sobriety and self-regulation of addictions
02:28:44 – The negative impact of parents' overinvolvement in youth sports
02:31:49 – Parents exploiting child actors for financial gain
02:40:34 – Promotion of 'Gearheads Gone Wild' on Tubi

Transcript Excerpt

[00:00:01] Joe Rogan podcast, checking out. The Joe Rogan Experience. Train by day, Joe Rogan podcast by night, all day. Hey. Hey, what's up, brother? What's happy, man? Good to see you. This is a good time for you to come in, man, right after this weekend. [00:00:19] Holy shit, brother. I mean, everybody's talking about the Sean Strickland-Hamsaw fight and the debate, but before we even talk about that, bro, how fucking good is Joshua Van? And he's only been fighting about five years. That's what's scary. Crazy good. Five years. [00:00:37] Crazy good. And he has some holes, for sure, that certain guys are exposed. But five, think how. He's not the best on the ground. He's also 24. He's also 24. Yeah. Crazy athlete. [00:01:02] It's tough at flyweight to be a knock. artist. But then also Josh. David Davidson, Figuero. True. True. He was starching people. He was. But with Josh, too, again, he's 24. But in Tutsi or Tyra, he also just was blocking punches with his [00:01:18] face. Well, that's the other thing. Like, his defense was so bad. I think he was that Joshua Van's offense was so good. You know what? I think it's a combo of both. Yeah, it's a combo of both. Yeah, for sure. Because Tyra is primarily a grappler. I mean, he's obviously a mixed martial arts fire. [00:01:54] And, you know, it took all the stink off of the way he won the title. Yeah, but not me, I'm sure not you, but there's a lot of questions that haven't been asked. answered. Oh, for sure. Because Pantosia's a motherfucker. And you look at that, you're like, okay. [00:02:11] How would he do against Pantosia? Hey, man. But again. His stock went up after this fight. I'll tell you that. Look, it was always up, right? But Tyra was a real threat. Tyra got him on the ground, wasn't able to submit him. [00:02:37] He's going to be your champ for a very long time. And how old is Alessandrae Pantosia at this point? Not young. In flyweight years, he's 67. Yeah, flyweight's tough. 36. 36, yeah, that's tou...

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