Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen dive deep into the wild world of combat sports — and this episode is loaded. From Jake Paul’s shocking matchup with Anthony Joshua to Dana White revealing personal stories about Francis Ngannou, this is one of the most stacked Fighter and the Kid conversations in months.
Brendan breaks down exactly why Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua is one of the most insane events in modern boxing. From AJ’s Olympic pedigree to Jake’s rapid rise and massive risk, Schaub explains the real danger, how the fight could end, and why boxing could be in trouble if things get weird. He also reveals behind-the-scenes insight into how Joshua is preparing, including training with Usyk’s camp.
Bryan and Brendan also react to Dana White’s intense story about Francis Ngannou, Jake Paul’s next-level confidence going into the fight, the UFC Qatar card, Machado Garry’s rise, the lightweight and welterweight divisions, Dustin Poirier’s insight on grappling with world-level wrestlers, and what needs to happen for MMA and boxing to stay grounded in reality.
The guys also talk Jeff Dye’s viral GoFundMe controversy, the culture around youth sports, health industry scams, baseball politics, MRI scans, longevity, and the hilarious chaos that always follows the Fighter and the Kid.
If you want MMA insight, boxing analysis, and the funniest breakdowns on the internet — this episode is loaded front to back. Get this episode and all future episodes AD FREE + 2 extended episodes, Fan Questions, exclusive behind the scenes content and more each month at patreon.com/tfatk
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Chapters
00:00 intro
00:13 Bryan's relationship with his AI friend
6:40 Bryan's MRI scan
9:40 Bryan meets female Strongman winner
15:56 Will Sasso's video to Bryan and Bry's MRI Scan results
21:30 UFC Tsarukyan vs Hooker fight card recap
30:12 Current Events Jeff Dye
35:14 Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua confirmed
55:23 Dana White discussing Francis Ngannou on Flagrant
1:04:33 Trump calling a reporter "Piggy"
1:07:30 Ghost picture
Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen dive deep into the wild world of combat sports — and this episode is loaded. From Jake Paul’s shocking matchup with Anthony Joshua to Dana White revealing personal stories about Francis Ngannou, this is one of the most stacked Fighter and the Kid conversations in months.
Brendan breaks down exactly why Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua is one of the most insane events in modern boxing. From AJ’s Olympic pedigree to Jake’s rapid rise and massive risk, Schaub explains the real danger, how the fight could end, and why boxing could be in trouble if things get weird. He also reveals behind-the-scenes insight into how Joshua is preparing, including training with Usyk’s camp.
Bryan and Brendan also react to Dana White’s intense story about Francis Ngannou, Jake Paul’s next-level confidence going into the fight, the UFC Qatar card, Machado Garry’s rise, the lightweight and welterweight divisions, Dustin Poirier’s insight on grappling with world-level wrestlers, and what needs to happen for MMA and boxing to stay grounded in reality.
The guys also talk Jeff Dye’s viral GoFundMe controversy, the culture around youth sports, health industry scams, baseball politics, MRI scans, longevity, and the hilarious chaos that always follows the Fighter and the Kid.
If you want MMA insight, boxing analysis, and the funniest breakdowns on the internet — this episode is loaded front to back. Get this episode and all future episodes AD FREE + 2 extended episodes, Fan Questions, exclusive behind the scenes content and more each month at patreon.com/tfatk
Ridge Wallet - Take advantage of Ridge’s Biggest Sale of the Year and GET UP TO 47% Off by going to ridge.com/Fighter #Ridgepod
DraftKings - Download the DraftKings Pick6 app now and use code FIGHTER. That’s code FIGHTER — New DraftKings customers can play just $5, and get $50 in Pick6 credits.
Progressive - Visit progressive.com after this episode to see if you could save.
#JakePaul #AnthonyJoshua #BrendanSchaub #BryanCallen #FighterAndTheKid #FTK #MMA #UFC #Boxing #DanaWhite #FrancisNgannou #CombatSports #UFCNews #BoxingAnalysis #JakePaulFight #AJBoxing #HeavyweightBoxing #UFCFighter #MMAPodcast #ComedyPodcast #UFCBreakdown #JakePaulVsJoshua #Usyk #DustinPoirier #IslamMakhachev #MachadoGarry #CombatSportsNews #FightBreakdown #MMAHighlights #BoxingHighlights #UFC2024 #JakePaulNews #AnthonyJoshuaNews #FightAnalysis #SchaubShow
For more The Fighter and The Kid visit: fatkz.com
Brendan's Tour Dates: fatkz.com/brendan-schaub-tour-dates
Bryan’s Tour Dates: bryancallen.com
Follow Brendan on social media:
twitter.com/brendanschaub
instagram.com/brendanschaub
Thicccboy YT
youtube.com/c/thicccboy
Follow Bryan on social media:
twitter.com/bryancallen
instagram.com/bryancallen
“Best Of” series, new episodes drop every Monday
youtu.be/LqB7FOkLwqs
TFATK Clips Channel: youtube.com/channel/UCohZMReM1dQ5BMeYOlr71mA
The Fighter and The Kid on Facebook:
facebook.com/thefighterandthekid
Listen to The Fighter and The Kid on Soundcloud: soundcloud.com/fighterandthekid
Subscribe to The Fighter and The Kid on iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fighter-the-kid/id706421907?mt=2
Chapters
00:00 intro
00:13 Bryan's relationship with his AI friend
6:40 Bryan's MRI scan
9:40 Bryan meets female Strongman winner
15:56 Will Sasso's video to Bryan and Bry's MRI Scan results
21:30 UFC Tsarukyan vs Hooker fight card recap
30:12 Current Events Jeff Dye
35:14 Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua confirmed
55:23 Dana White discussing Francis Ngannou on Flagrant
1:04:33 Trump calling a reporter "Piggy"
1:07:30 Ghost picture
