The Fighter & The Kid

Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen dive into a massive week across fighting, comedy, and culture — starting with Islam Makhachev’s dominance at welterweight and why nobody in the top 10 can solve the problem at 170. From Shavkat, Ian Garry, Michael Morales, and Belal Muhammad to Tsarukyan and Ilia Topuria potentially moving divisions, the boys break down every realistic path to beating Islam. Brendan also recaps Tiger’s elite Texas flag football team — a squad of freak athletes, former NFL-dad genetics, and opponents who look “twelve going on Saquon Barkley.” They talk youth sports intensity, insane matchups, and playing at Dallas Cowboys facilities. Then the guys react to UFC 322: Shevchenko vs Zhang, JDM vs Islam, the wild grappling chess match, Craig Jones’ prep, and what it really takes to close distance on a Dagestani wrestler. The episode takes a hard turn when Billie Eilish calls out Elon Musk over his wealth. Brendan and Bryan break down why “fixing world hunger” isn’t as simple as writing a check, the realities of global infrastructure, and how celebrity activism often oversimplifies complex issues. Finally, they cover the Aakash Singh situation — viral clips, oversharing, backlash, Myron Gaines’ response, and why internet dog-piling is brutal for comedians. One of the most packed TFATK episodes of the year — fights, drama, comedy, and chaos. 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 StopBox - 10% off AND a Free StopBox Pro when you use code Fighter10 at https://stopboxusa.com/ DraftKings - Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FIGHTER. That’s code FIGHTER, bet five bucks and get $200 in bonus bets if your bet wins. In partnership with DraftKings O’Reilly Auto Parts - http://oreillyauto.com/FIGHTER Progressive - Visit http://progressive.com/ after this episode to see if you could save. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris D'Elia joins Bryan as guest co-host and the guys talk Chris farting at Bryan's funeral, his Jersey roots and documentary on his shoulders, Bryan's documentary by Steven Spielberg, little boy outfit and bird heavy humor. Also, the guys go off on Constance Wu and Jussie Smollett and talk Steve Harvey, Harvard's Anne Frank controversy, the guy who called 911 on standup comedian Ahmed Ahmed, Uber's Quiet Driver mode and much more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen unpack what really happens inside the Joe Rogan group chat, the Sydney Sweeney backlash, and why modern culture keeps getting softer. They dive into Bo Nickal’s upcoming fight, wrestling vs. jiu-jitsu, the fall of discipline, and how to raise strong kids in a weak world. 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 DraftKings - Download the DraftKings Pick6 app now and use code FIGHTER. BRUNT - Our listeners get $10 off their entire order with code Fighter at checkout. That’s http://bruntworkwear.com/fighter and use code Fighter. Rugiet - Visit http://rugiet.com/fighter to get 15% off your first order O’Reilly Auto Parts - http://oreillyauto.com/FIGHTER True Classic - True Classic - Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/fighter ! #trueclassicpod Magic Mind - https://magicmind.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen break down one of the biggest UFC cards of the year — including Bo Nickal’s future, Islam Makhachev vs. JDM, Jon Jones trolling Tom Aspinall, Shevchenko vs. Zhang, and the wildest fight predictions you’ll hear anywhere. Brendan goes OFF on Bo Nickal’s striking and why it could derail his rise, Bryan argues the biggest matchups on the card, and the boys dive into everything happening across MMA, comedy, and real life. Plus: insane SEMA burnout stories, parenting chaos, classic TFATK flashbacks, and a full breakdown of the most talked-about fighters in the sport right now. If you love UFC analysis, comedy banter, and real talk, this episode delivers peak Fighter and the Kid energy from start to finish. 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 BUBS - Live Better Longer with BUBS Naturals. For A limited time get 20% Off your entire order with code Fighter at http://bubsnaturals.com/ DraftKings - Download the DraftKings Pick6 app now and use code FIGHTER. PAKA - To grab your PAKA hoodie and free pair of alpaca crew socks, head to http://go.pakaapparel.com/fatk and use my code FATK Progressive - Visit http://progressive.com/ after this episode to see if you could save. TRUEWERK - Upgrade your day with workwear built like it matters. Get 15% off your first order at http://truewerk.com/ with code FIGHTER. That’s http://truewerk.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Theo Von and the boys talk Gerard Butler, rabies, phony dalmatians, hair transplants, steroids, therapy sessions, buying penguins, burying poop, Ric Flair's awesomeness, sleep driving, ghosts and much more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What happens when the internet turns on you? In this raw and unfiltered episode of The Fighter and the Kid, Bryan Callen opens up about the darkest chapters of his public life — and how he fought his way back. Brendan Schaub doesn’t hold back either, as the two dive into cancel culture, personal growth, and what it really takes to evolve when the world wants you gone. 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 Fabletics - Go to http://fabletics.com/tftk and sign up as a VIP and get eighty percent off everything. That’s http://fabletics.com/tftk to sign up as a VIP and get eighty percent off everything. That’s Fabletics dot com slash TFTK. DraftKings - Download the DraftKings Sports book app and use code FIGHTER. That’s code FIGHTER, bet five bucks and get 3 months of League Pass plus get $300 in bonus bets if your bet wins Signos - Go to http://signos.com/ and get $10 off select plans with code Fighter. That’s http://signos.com/, code Fighter for $10 off select plans today Hims - For simple, online access to personalized and affordable care for Hair Loss, ED, Weight Loss, and more, visit http://hims.com/fighter See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this powerful episode of The Fighter and the Kid, Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen cover everything from the emotional rollercoaster of the World Series to the personal challenges of fatherhood and family life. Brendan shares his reactions to the Dodgers’ dramatic playoff run and how it paralleled his own struggles off the field—particularly his daughter’s recent diagnosis with hypotonia. From competitive parenting in Little League to keeping it together during moments of heartbreak, this episode dives deep into what it means to be a father, a fan, and a fighter in real life. 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 DraftKings - Download the DraftKings Sports book app and use code FIGHTER. That’s code FIGHTER, bet five bucks and get 3 months of League Pass plus get $300 in bonus bets if your bet wins StopBox - Get firearm security redesigned and save 15% off @StopBoxUSA with code Fighter at https://www.stopboxusa.com/Fighter #stopboxpod O'Reilly - Stop by O’Reilly Auto Parts today or visit us at http://oreillyauto.com/FIGHTER Magic Mind - https://magicmind.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bobby Lee is back in-studio with the guys to celebrate the 500th episode of TFATK and attacks both of them. Bobby roasts Bryan in the new Joker film, confronts Brendan about giving his girl hungry eyes and the guys talk Bobby's Kim Jong Un story, comedy bullies, getting cut from movies, TV show cancellations, Bobby's father passing, micro cheating and much more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The guys recap Bryan getting scammed by "Amy Poehler" and talk David Blaine's first special, Halsey struggling with album sales, AI music, how much the price of rent has changed since the 90's, the World Series, controversial "walking" in baseball, Blake Snell rapping, current events around the world including Brendan's rant about Sydney Sweeney not being utilized enough at the World Series and much more! DraftKings - Download the DraftKings Sports book app and use code FIGHTER. That’s code FIGHTER, bet five bucks and get 3 months of League Pass plus get $300 in bonus bets if your bet wins Done With Debt - Go to http://donewithdebt.com/ and talk with one of their specialists, FOR FREE Signos - Go to signos.com and get $10 off select plans with code Fighter. That’s signos.com, code Fighter for $10 off select plans today O'Reilly - Stop by O’Reilly Auto Parts today or visit us at http://oreillyauto.com/FIGHTER See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brendan Schaub has had enough of Bryan Callen's sandals and the guys talk Brendan's trip to New Orleans for a haunted hotel weekend, Bryan getting SCAMMED, UFC 321's fights and eye poking controversy with Ciryl Gane poking Tom Aspinall's eyes which ended in a no contest, Chael Sonnen and Anthony Smith's response to Tom not continuing to fight, UFC heavyweights in 2015 vs present, Bryan's son's wild comedic instincts, current events around the world including Bishop Marvin Winan's viral donation video and the Red Bull Rampage competition and much more! 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 RUGIET - Visit http://rugiet.com/fighter to get 15% off your first order. DraftKings - Download the DraftKings Sports book app and use code FIGHTER. That’s code FIGHTER, bet five bucks and get 3 months of League Pass plus get $300 in bonus bets if your bet wins. Magic Mind - https://magicmind.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Comedian/actor Andrew Santino joins Brendan and Bryan to talk Louis CK's return to stand up and controversy, good looking redheads, writing and acting in MTV's Punk'd, I'm Dying Up Here ending, vacationing in Capri Island and Japan, real vs fake Wagyu & Kobe beef, difficulty remembering names, The Godfather, Sopranos, Game Of Thrones, nervous pissing, home buying hassles, giant Tapir dongs and much more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sam Tripoli joins the show for the first time since we've moved to Austin and the guys talk the controversy behind comedians performing at the Riyadh Comedy Festival in Saudi Arabia, conspiracy theories including Charlie Kirk internet rumors, "doom scrolling", the butterfly principle, gross adult films, the history of the "Moors", the legend of Shohei Ohtani, baseball, NFL conspiracies, Sam's animated show suggestions, his new crowd work special and much, much more! 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 O'Reilly Auto Parts - https://oreillyauto.com/FIGHTER True Classic - True Classic - Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/fighter ! #trueclassicpod Magic Mind - https://magicmind.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bryan is back from performing at Camp Pendleton for the military, Brendan realizes he has a real rattlesnake problem at his house and the guys talk about Shohei Ohtani's historic performance, the crazy woman that inspired Ed Gein, current events around the world and much more! 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 BUBS - For a limited time only, our listeners are getting 20% OFF at BUBS Naturals by using code Fighter at checkout. Just head to http://bubsnaturals.com/ and use code Fighter and you’re all set. DraftKings - Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FIGHTER. That’s code FIGHTER to turn five bucks into $300 in bonus bets if your bet wins. BREZ - Head to http://try.drinkbrez.com/TFATK and use code TFATK for a $5 credit and free shipping on your first order TFATK for a $5 credit and free shipping on your first order. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Theo Von joins Brendan and Bryan today to talk indoor vs outdoor voices, interventions, huffing, dating in LA, triggers, welding a caboose, road stories and much more, enjoy the show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mike Catherwood is back with the boys and they discuss his new diet book, baseball, Jose Canseco putting Mike in check, Bryan's new special dropping for free on YouTube, Bryan's recent appearance on Joe Rogan's podcast, advice for new podcasters, their religious beliefs, AI's influence on music and media, Dan Henderson stories, Mike rolling with Fabricio Werdum, dating advice, current events and much more! 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 Fabletics - Go to https://fabletics.com/tftk and sign up as a VIP and get eighty percent off everything. O'Reilly Auto Parts - https://oreillyauto.com/FIGHTER True Classic - True Classic - Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/fighter ! #trueclassicpod Magic Mind - https://magicmind.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The guys talk Bryan's trip to London and experiencing a personal gun loader, Brendan's trip back to LA to film a show and meet up with some of his old friends, school bullies, The Pink Marine, Bryan attending church again, rattlesnakes at Brendan's house, Texas bugs, Shohei Ohtani vs Kyle Schwarber, current events around the world and much more! 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 Beam - And right now, Beam is giving you up to 30% off for a limited time. Just head to http://shopbeam.com/FIGHTER and use code FIGHTER at checkout. DraftKings - Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FIGHTER. That’s code FIGHTER for new customers to turn five bucks into three hundred dollars in bonus bets if your bet wins. PAKA - To grab your PAKA hoodie and free pair of alpaca crew socks, head to http://go.pakaapparel.com/fatk and use my code FATK. Progressive - Give it a try after this episode at http://progressive.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Will Sasso is back to fill in as guest co-host with Bryan. The guys talk about Will showing up to the old studio because Bryan didn't tell him we moved, Ten Minute Podcast reboot rumors, unsolicited bear video messages, Will's time at the University of Canada and taste for factory farmed cows, botched double eyelid surgery, Will's sleep apnea during the show and much more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The guys recap Tim Pool's appearance on the show and discuss trying to get their families together for a hang, which sports they think is best for their kids to play, the new Ed Gaines show, NFL's Trevor Lawrence, Steve McQueen's hotness and fashion, Brendan's Cowboy Cerrone and Leonard Garcia stories, how much sports have evolved, Brendan's love for serial killer content, current events around the world and much more.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 DeleteMe - Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to https://joindeleteme.com/FIGHTER and use promo code FIGHTER at checkout. Signos - Go to https://signos.com/ and get $10 off select plans with code Fighter. True Classic - True Classic - Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/fighter ! #trueclassicpod Magic Mind - https://magicmind.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tim Pool joins the show for the first time and the guys talk Tim's friendship with Charlie Kirk, debunking conspiracy theories, Tim's time at Vice, sources where he gets his news, traits of people who are successful fund raisers, the government shut down, what Tim would do if he were emperor of the world, Facebook's algorithm, Epstein files, Tim's predictions for 2026, being a person who records more than any other person in the world and much more. 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 Beam - Beam is giving you up to 30% off for a limited time. Just head to http://shopbeam.com/FIGHTER and use code FIGHTER at checkout for 30% OFF GLD - Use code Fighter to get 50% Off plus a Free Chain at http://gld.com/. BRUNT - Get $10 Off at BRUNT with code Fighter at https://www.bruntworkwear.com/Fighter #Bruntpod DraftKings - Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use code FIGHTER. That’s code FIGHTER to turn five bucks into $200 in bonus bets if your bet wins. Progressive - https://www.progressive.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The 2017 Guest of the Year is back! Brendan is joined by Theo Von in studio for Episode 325 of The Fighter and The Kid. They discuss creatine, being nervous on stage, mystery bones in a ditch, and much more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.