This episode of The Fighter and The Kid gets real about the dark side of fighting, viral UFC moments, and wild behind-the-scenes stories. Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen react to Donald Trump’s appearance at a UFC event, breaking down the crowd reaction and the internet buzz around it. They also dive into one of the craziest fight stories you’ll hear — a matchup so intense that fighters had to be kept separated because they might fight on sight. The conversation shifts into the real aftermath of fighting, including brutal injuries, brain trauma, and what happens to fighters after the cameras stop rolling. From fighters nearly collapsing after bouts to the long-term damage seen in combat sports, this episode highlights what fans rarely see. They also touch on rising fighters, chaotic fight cards, and the unpredictable nature of MMA, plus hilarious stories from travel, events, and behind-the-scenes moments. If you’re into UFC, MMA, fight stories, and unfiltered takes, this episode shows both the hype and the harsh reality of the fight game. Get this episode and all future episodes AD FREE + 2 extended episodes, Fan Questions, exclusive behind the scenes content and more each month at https://www.patreon.com/tfatk 1800Flowers.com - Mother's Day is Sunday, May 10th and bouquets are selling out fast. Trust me, don't wait. To claim your Double Roses offer before they're gone, visit http://1800flowers.com/tftk. That’s http://1800flowers.com/tftk. http://1800flowers.com/tftk. Quince - Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Go to http://quince.com/fighter for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. That's http://quince.com/fighter Stash - Don’t let your money sit around—put it to work with Stash. Go to https://get.stash.com/fighter to see how you can receive TWENTY-FIVE DOLLARS towards your first stock purchase and to view important disclosures. Paka - https://pakaapparel.com/ #TFATK #BrendanSchaub #BryanCallen #UFC #MMA #DonaldTrump #FightStories #CombatSports #podcastclips #FightGame #MMANews #ViralMoments #BehindTheScenes #SportsPodcast For more The Fighter and The Kid visit: http://www.fatkz.com/ Brendan's Tour Dates: https://www.fatkz.com/brendan-schaub-tour-dates/ Bryan’s Tour Dates: https://www.bryancallen.com Follow Brendan on social media: Twitter https://twitter.com/brendanschaub Instagram https://instagram.com/brendanschaub Thicccboy YT https://youtube.com/c/thicccboy Follow Bryan on social media: Twitter https://twitter.com/bryancallen Instagram https://instagram.com/bryancallen “Best Of” series, new episodes drop every Monday https://youtu.be/LqB7FOkLwqs TFATK Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCohZMReM1dQ5BMeYOlr71mA The Fighter and The Kid on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefighterandthekid/ Listen to The Fighter and The Kid on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/fighterandthekid Subscribe to The Fighter and The Kid on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fighter-the-kid/id706421907?mt=2 Chapters 00:00:00 Intro & Trump at UFC 00:02:00 UFC Ticket Sales, Crowd Energy & Atmosphere 00:02:40 Gas Prices, “War Economy” & Cost of Living 00:03:40 Irvine Shows, LA Lifestyle & Weather Talk 00:05:10 Dominican Republic Story: Outdoor Fight Disaster 00:06:45 Anthony Smith Fight & Fighter Lifestyle 00:08:00 Bare Knuckle Fighting & Hand Damage Risks 00:09:40 Fighter Pay Reality vs Public Perception 00:11:40 Romero vs Lombard: “On-Sight” Bad Blood 00:18:30 Brutal Aftermath: What Happens After Fights 00:26:30 $1M Bonus Debate & Fighter Incentives 00:30:00 Reckless Fighters vs Longevity 00:32:00 NFL Hits, Aggression & Brain Trauma Discussion 00:40:00 Aging & Performance: Turning 50 00:50:00 True Story of The Exorcist & Horror Debate 00:59:00 Viral: Tennessee School Board Confrontation 01:05:00 Nancy Guthrie Case Update 01:11:15 Wrap Up & Tour Dates

In this episode of The Fighter and The Kid, Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen dive into one of the wildest mixes of topics yet—covering everything from UFC training tech to shocking true crime and celebrity chaos. They break down the brutal Austin murder case involving pro cyclist Mo Wilson and Caitlin Armstrong, a story now gaining traction through a new Netflix documentary. The guys react to the insane details, including jealousy, manipulation, and how the suspect evaded police. The conversation shifts to Lamar Odom’s near-death experience, his struggles with addiction, and Khloe Kardashian’s breaking point after trying to help him recover. They also discuss the realities of fame, the Kardashian lifestyle, and why extreme wealth can actually create major problems. Plus, they talk UFC, training innovations, and whether fighter tracking tech could change the sport forever—imagine measuring punch power in real time. This episode hits everything: UFC, MMA, Dana White discussions, celebrity culture, true crime, and wild real-life stories. Get this episode and all future episodes AD FREE + 2 extended episodes, Fan Questions, exclusive behind the scenes content and more each month at https://www.patreon.com/tfatk Mars Men - For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at https://mengotomars.com/ Zocdoc - Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to http://zocdoc.com/fighter to find and instantly book a doctor you love today Stash - Don’t let your money sit around—put it to work with Stash. Go to https://get.stash.com/fighter to see how you can receive TWENTY-FIVE DOLLARS towards your first stock purchase and to view important disclosures. O'Reilly - https://oreillyauto.com/FIGHTER For more The Fighter and The Kid visit: http://www.fatkz.com/ Brendan's Tour Dates: https://www.fatkz.com/brendan-schaub-tour-dates/ Bryan’s Tour Dates: https://www.bryancallen.com Follow Brendan on social media: Twitter https://twitter.com/brendanschaub Instagram https://instagram.com/brendanschaub Thicccboy YT https://youtube.com/c/thicccboy Follow Bryan on social media: Twitter https://twitter.com/bryancallen Instagram https://instagram.com/bryancallen “Best Of” series, new episodes drop every Monday https://youtu.be/LqB7FOkLwqs TFATK Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCohZMReM1dQ5BMeYOlr71mA The Fighter and The Kid on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefighterandthekid/ Listen to The Fighter and The Kid on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/fighterandthekid Subscribe to The Fighter and The Kid on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fighter-the-kid/id706421907?mt=2 #BrendanSchaub #BryanCallen #TFATK #LamarOdom #KhloeKardashian #UFC #MMA #DanaWhite #TrueCrime #NetflixDoc #AustinMurder #PodcastClips #ComedyPodcast #FightTalk #CelebrityDrama Chapters 00:00:00 – Intro + Boxing Reality Check 00:01:28 – Fight Camp Workouts & Punch Tracking Tech 00:04:49 – Should the UFC Add Punch Tracking? 00:07:53 – Netflix True Crime Talk Begins 00:08:52 – The Austin Ice Cream Shop Murders 00:09:18 – Mo Wilson Murder Case Explained 00:15:49 – Lamar Odom’s Near-Death & Drug Spiral 00:20:15 – The Dark Side of Fame 00:24:14 – Raising Kids Around Wealth & Celebrity 00:27:31 – Luxury Trips vs. Real-Life Experiences 00:42:04 – Wild Stories, Dating, and Animal Encounters 00:53:17 – Talent vs Discipline in Sports 00:57:51 – Arnold Stories & Old-School Venice Beach 01:07:25 – Music, Texas Talent & Creativity 01:13:39 – Tour Dates & Wrap Up

Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen are back with another episode of The Fighter and The Kid, covering everything from Hollywood politics to fight talk and current events. The guys break down how Hollywood blacklisting really works, referencing actors like Mel Gibson and how the industry can quietly shut people out behind the scenes. They also get into a deeper conversation about cancel culture, media narratives, and how public perception is shaped. Outside of Hollywood, Schaub and Callen dive into a wide range of topics including cultural shifts, controversial discussions around rising autism diagnoses, and their unfiltered thoughts on what’s really going on today. As always, they mix in fight talk, UFC insights, and stories from the road, keeping the conversation loose, funny, and unpredictable. If you’re into MMA, comedy podcasts, and real conversations that go off script, this episode delivers. Get this episode and all future episodes AD FREE + 2 extended episodes, Fan Questions, exclusive behind the scenes content and more each month at https://www.patreon.com/tfatk Shopify - Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://www.shopify.com/fighter Zocdoc - Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to http://zocdoc.com/fighter to find and instantly book a doctor you love today. Truewerk - Get 15% off your first order at https://truewerk.com/ with code fighter. That’s https://truewerk.com/ O'Reilly - https://oreillyauto.com/FIGHTER #ufc #mma #danawhite #tfatk #podcast #BrendanSchaub #BryanCallen #TFATK #ConorMcGregor #UFC #MMA #DanaWhite #BareKnuckle #BKFC #FightTalk #PodcastClips #CombatSports #JoeRoganSphere #FightNews #ComedyPodcast For more The Fighter and The Kid visit: http://www.fatkz.com/ Brendan's Tour Dates: https://www.fatkz.com/brendan-schaub-tour-dates/ Bryan’s Tour Dates: https://www.bryancallen.com Follow Brendan on social media: Twitter https://twitter.com/brendanschaub Instagram https://instagram.com/brendanschaub Thicccboy YT https://youtube.com/c/thicccboy Follow Bryan on social media: Twitter https://twitter.com/bryancallen Instagram https://instagram.com/bryancallen “Best Of” series, new episodes drop every Monday https://youtu.be/LqB7FOkLwqs TFATK Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCohZMReM1dQ5BMeYOlr71mA The Fighter and The Kid on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefighterandthekid/ Listen to The Fighter and The Kid on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/fighterandthekid Subscribe to The Fighter and The Kid on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fighter-the-kid/id706421907?mt=2

Brendan Schaub, Bryan Callen, and guest Josh Wolf get real about TRT (testosterone replacement therapy), aging, and what actually happens when you start. They break down the difference between “bro science” and medically supervised TRT, including energy levels, recovery, libido, and overall health. Callen explains why he started TRT despite already being in shape, while Schaub shares mistakes he made early on without proper bloodwork. The conversation also dives into how hormones affect performance, mental clarity, and daily life—plus whether TRT is becoming more common for men as they age. On top of that, the guys get into hilarious and wild stories from the road, including chaotic comedy club moments and real-life situations you can’t make up. If you’re curious about TRT, fitness, aging, or just love unfiltered comedy podcasts, this episode hits everything. Gear Heads Gone Wild - https://tubitv.com/series/300019796/gear-heads-gone-wild?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=organic_creators&utm_campaign=creatorcontent https://bit.ly/ThicccBoy https://bit.ly/ThicccBoy For more The Fighter and The Kid visit: http://www.fatkz.com/ Brendan's Tour Dates: https://www.fatkz.com/brendan-schaub-tour-dates/ Bryan’s Tour Dates: https://www.bryancallen.com Follow Brendan on social media: Twitter https://twitter.com/brendanschaub Instagram https://instagram.com/brendanschaub Thicccboy YT https://youtube.com/c/thicccboy Follow Bryan on social media: Twitter https://twitter.com/bryancallen Instagram https://instagram.com/bryancallen “Best Of” series, new episodes drop every Monday https://youtu.be/LqB7FOkLwqs TFATK Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCohZMReM1dQ5BMeYOlr71mA The Fighter and The Kid on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefighterandthekid/ Listen to The Fighter and The Kid on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/fighterandthekid Subscribe to The Fighter and The Kid on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fighter-the-kid/id706421907?mt=2 Chapters 00:00 Intro & Catching up with Josh Wolf 01:55 Scary incident at Josh’s Vegas Residency 02:40 Brendan’s Rodeo story & tough kids 03:23 Concussions in Football vs. Baseball 04:45 Joining the "TRT Boys" 06:33 Why Josh Wolf started TRT 07:58 The science of hormones & "Ways to Well" 09:50 Microdosing vs. Bro Science 11:31 How TRT affects relationships & libido 12:35 The importance of hormone health for women 15:33 Potential Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano fight 16:53 Brendan’s price to return to the ring 21:55 Josh's Vegas Life 22:02 Concert residencies at The Sphere 26:00 Kid Sports and Touring with your son 34:27 Josh Touring with Jacob 41:25 Joey Diaz Babysitting Stories 47:10 Moving the industry out of Los Angeles 1:00:44 Handling "Light" Comedy Shows 1:05:48 When Someone Insults You, They Have a Problem 1:06:50 Advice for Kids: Kill Bullies with Kindness 1:09:17 Brendan’s "Beef" with Nate Diaz 1:12:50 Steve Byrne’s Legendary Road Rage Story 1:24:14 Brendan’s Dental Horror Show 1:27:35 Wrap Up & Upcoming Tour Dates

In this episode of The Fighter and The Kid, Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen break down some of the biggest topics in UFC, comedy, and culture right now. They start with a deep dive into Israel Adesanya and whether the former UFC champion has lost his edge after recent performances. Is this the natural decline of a legend, or does he still have something left in the tank? The conversation also touches on Valentina Shevchenko, Amanda Nunes, and the current state of MMA. The guys also react to Druski facing backlash and potential legal action over his viral parody, leading to a bigger discussion around comedy, cancel culture, and freedom of speech. Beyond UFC and MMA, they get into America’s obesity crisis, diet trends, and shocking health statistics, along with a heated debate about whether a military draft could change discipline and society. From fight analysis to cultural takes, this episode covers it all. Stash - Go to https://get.stash.com/fighter to see how you can receive TWENTY-FIVE DOLLARS towards your first stock purchase and to view important disclosures. Gear Heads Gone Wild - https://tubitv.com/series/300019796/gear-heads-gone-wild?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=organic_creators&utm_campaign=creatorcontent https://bit.ly/ThicccBoy #BrendanSchaub #BryanCallen #TFATK #UFC #MMA #IsraelAdesanya #DanaWhite #DrewSki #ComedyPodcast #PodcastClips #FightTalk #CancelCulture #Fitness #HealthDebate #Trending For more The Fighter and The Kid visit: http://www.fatkz.com/ Brendan's Tour Dates: https://www.fatkz.com/brendan-schaub-tour-dates/ Bryan’s Tour Dates: https://www.bryancallen.com Follow Brendan on social media: Twitter https://twitter.com/brendanschaub Instagram https://instagram.com/brendanschaub Thicccboy YT https://youtube.com/c/thicccboy Follow Bryan on social media: Twitter https://twitter.com/bryancallen Instagram https://instagram.com/bryancallen “Best Of” series, new episodes drop every Monday https://youtu.be/LqB7FOkLwqs TFATK Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCohZMReM1dQ5BMeYOlr71mA The Fighter and The Kid on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefighterandthekid/ Listen to The Fighter and The Kid on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/fighterandthekid Subscribe to The Fighter and The Kid on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fighter-the-kid/id706421907?mt=2

Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen cover everything from AI and modern technology to wild real-life stories and everyday chaos. They get into why AI feels “off,” how creativity and human experience can’t be replicated, and what’s changing about the world right now. The conversation jumps from car culture and electric vehicles to fame, clout-chasing, and the weird situations that come with it. There are also some insane stories in this episode — including unpredictable encounters, close calls, and the kind of moments that sound too crazy to be real. As always, it’s a mix of humor, honest takes, and completely unfiltered conversation that goes in every direction. If you like podcasts that feel like real conversations — with funny stories, cultural commentary, and a little bit of everything — this episode delivers. Pocket Hose - For a limited time, my listeners can get a FREE pocket pivot and their 10-pattern sprayer with the purchase of ANY size Copper Head hose. Just text FIGHTER to sixty-four thousand Quince - Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Go to http://quince.com/fighter for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. That's http://quince.com/fighter Progressive - https://www.progressive.com/ O'Reilly - https://oreillyauto.com/FIGHTER Gear Heads Gone Wild - https://tubitv.com/series/300019796/gear-heads-gone-wild?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=organic_creators&utm_campaign=creatorcontent https://bit.ly/ThicccBoy #UFC #MMA #DanaWhite #BrendanSchaub #UFCPay #FightBusiness #MMAnews #UFCDebate #CombatSports #FightTalk #UFCDrama #MMAPodcast #FightGame #UFCRoster #MMATalk For more The Fighter and The Kid visit: http://www.fatkz.com/ Brendan's Tour Dates: https://www.fatkz.com/brendan-schaub-tour-dates/ Bryan’s Tour Dates: https://www.bryancallen.com Follow Brendan on social media: Twitter https://twitter.com/brendanschaub Instagram https://instagram.com/brendanschaub Thicccboy YT https://youtube.com/c/thicccboy Follow Bryan on social media: Twitter https://twitter.com/bryancallen Instagram https://instagram.com/bryancallen “Best Of” series, new episodes drop every Monday https://youtu.be/LqB7FOkLwqs TFATK Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCohZMReM1dQ5BMeYOlr71mA The Fighter and The Kid on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefighterandthekid/ Listen to The Fighter and The Kid on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/fighterandthekid Subscribe to The Fighter and The Kid on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fighter-the-kid/id706421907?mt=2 Chapters 0:00 Intro 2:10 People using people 3:19 Brendan's new TV show Gear Heads Gone Wild 15:15 Nice boots bit*h 18:07 Teeth update w/the guys 25:00 Going to church and getting baptized 32:30 Candace Owens reacting to Joe Rogan and Mark Normand 36:50 EV's and Sora 43:45 Kenny Florian stories 50:30 UFC Stylebender vs Pyfer & UFC 327 1:05:00 Current Events

On this episode of The Fighter and The Kid, Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen break down how the UFC and MMA landscape has completely changed — and why being a great fighter is no longer enough to succeed. Schaub explains how today’s UFC fighters must build a brand, master social media, and promote themselves just to stay relevant. From Dana White’s evolving business model to the pressure fighters face outside the octagon, the conversation dives into why some talented fighters never make it. They also touch on the changing entertainment industry, audience fatigue with political content, and how competition has never been higher across MMA, comedy, and media. Plus, the guys react to viral trends, influencer culture, and the rise of “alpha” courses and online personalities. If you follow UFC, MMA news, fighter careers, or want insight into how the fight game really works today — this episode gives you the real behind-the-scenes perspective. Cheers - For a limited time our listeners are getting 20% off their entire order by using code Fighter at CheersHealth.com. Just head toCheersHealth.com and use code Fighter for 20% Off Good Chop - Use code 50fighter to get $50 off plus free shipping on your first order at https://goodchop.com/podcast Truewerk - Get 15% off your first order at https://truewerk.com/ with code fighter. That’s https://truewerk.com/ Progressive - https://www.progressive.com/ O'Reilly - https://oreillyauto.com/FIGHTER #UFC #MMA #DanaWhite #BrendanSchaub #BryanCallen #UFCPodcast #MMANews #FightGame #UFCFighters #CombatSports #FightBusiness #PodcastClips #MMATalk For more The Fighter and The Kid visit: http://www.fatkz.com/ Brendan's Tour Dates: https://www.fatkz.com/brendan-schaub-tour-dates/ Bryan’s Tour Dates: https://www.bryancallen.com Follow Brendan on social media: Twitter https://twitter.com/brendanschaub Instagram https://instagram.com/brendanschaub Thicccboy YT https://youtube.com/c/thicccboy Follow Bryan on social media: Twitter https://twitter.com/bryancallen Instagram https://instagram.com/bryancallen “Best Of” series, new episodes drop every Monday https://youtu.be/LqB7FOkLwqs TFATK Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCohZMReM1dQ5BMeYOlr71mA The Fighter and The Kid on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefighterandthekid/ Listen to The Fighter and The Kid on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/fighterandthekid Subscribe to The Fighter and The Kid on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fighter-the-kid/id706421907?mt=2 Chapters 0:00 Intro 3:00 Brendan's mom's update 4:00 Golden Hour Live show 6:20 Brendan's backward cigar at Fight Companion 7:50 Bryan almost fights at show 14:15 Jo Koy stories 20:50 Guys talking about feelings 30:10 Sweaty people 32:50 People who stink 51:15 Current Events