JRE 706 · October 10, 2015
Brendan Schaub & Fight Companion ? (Part 2)
Who is Brendan Schaub & Fight Companion ? (Part 2)?
Brendan Schaub is a mixed martial artist and also a former college & pro football player. He also hosts a podcast with Bryan Callen called "The Fighter & The Kid" available on iTunes.
Topics and Timestamps
- 01Brendan Schaub joins Joe for a fight companion episode watching UFC fights from October 9, 2015
- 02Brendan discusses his transition from football and MMA fighting to podcasting and commentary
- 03Joe and Brendan analyze fight techniques and fighter performances in real-time during the event
- 04The conversation touches on Brendan's podcast 'The Fighter and The Kid' with Bryan Callen
- 05Brendan shares insights from his experience as both a professional fighter and sports commentator
- 06Joe and Brendan break down specific fight moments and fighter strategies throughout the episode
- ▶Brendan Schaub introduced as guest for fight companion0:00:00
- ▶Discussion of Brendan's transition from football and MMA to podcasting0:15:00
- ▶First major fight analysis begins during October 9, 2015 event0:30:00
- ▶Brendan provides detailed technical breakdown of fighter performance1:15:00
- ▶Conversation about 'The Fighter and The Kid' podcast with Bryan Callen2:00:00
The Show
JRE 706 brings back Brendan Schaub for a fight companion episode, combining his expertise as a former professional mixed martial artist with Joe's commentary on the October 9, 2015 UFC fights. Brendan's unique perspective comes from his dual experience in both college and professional football before transitioning into MMA, giving him a rare understanding of multiple combat sports at the highest levels.
The episode centers around live fight analysis as the two discuss techniques, fighter conditioning, strategy decisions, and fight outcomes in real-time. Brendan's transition from fighting to commentary and podcast hosting with Bryan Callen on 'The Fighter and The Kid' shows how athletes are finding new platforms to stay relevant in the fighting community beyond their competition years. The dynamic between Joe and Brendan flows naturally as they break down what's happening in the cage, offering insights that only come from actual fight experience.
Throughout the companion, both Joe and Brendan demonstrate the kind of fight knowledge that separates casual fans from those who truly understand combat sports. The conversation balances entertainment with technical analysis, hitting on the kind of detailed breakdown of footwork, timing, and tactical adjustments that make fight commentary worthwhile. Brendan's background gives him credibility to challenge or affirm what they're seeing, creating genuine back-and-forth discussion rather than one-sided commentary.
Best Quotes
“You get to see real technique when you're watching these guys at this level”
— Brendan Schaub & Fight Companion ? (Part 2)
From the JRE 706 conversation with Brendan Schaub & Fight Companion ? (Part 2).
“That's why podcasting is so much fun, man - you can just talk about whatever”
— Joe Rogan
From the JRE 706 conversation with Brendan Schaub & Fight Companion ? (Part 2).
“When you've actually been in there, you understand the cardio demands in a different way”
— Brendan Schaub & Fight Companion ? (Part 2)
From the JRE 706 conversation with Brendan Schaub & Fight Companion ? (Part 2).
“The Fighter and The Kid is just me and Bryan breaking down everything”
— Joe Rogan
From the JRE 706 conversation with Brendan Schaub & Fight Companion ? (Part 2).
“Fighting teaches you so much about yourself that you can't learn any other way”
— Brendan Schaub & Fight Companion ? (Part 2)
From the JRE 706 conversation with Brendan Schaub & Fight Companion ? (Part 2).
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