Studio Makeover and Fan Art

• 🎨 The studio walls were repainted a shade of purple, a color that surprised Brendan but blended well with the existing decor.
• 🖼️ A detailed, illuminated fan-made sign of "The Fighter and The Kid" was received and praised as potentially the best fan art yet.

La Jolla and Travel Woes

• 🏖️ Brendan expressed a strong preference for La Jolla, California, considering it an ideal place to live outside of Los Angeles due to its beaches, food, and relaxed atmosphere.
• 🚗 Travel to San Diego was significantly delayed by five hours due to multiple severe accidents on the freeway.
• 🛴 A scooter stunt went awry when Brendan, despite feeling confident, broke the scooter mid-trick, leading to a hilarious, albeit unplanned, dismount.
• 🤕 Brendan recounted a past embarrassing fall while running with his son, involving a scooter, cell phone, and a public spectacle.

Launch of "Below the Belt"

• 📺 Brendan announced the upcoming debut of his new show, "Below the Belt with Brendan Schaub," on Showtime.
• 🗓️ The show will feature a comedy variety/late-night format focusing on combat sports and pop culture, aiming to get fighters and celebrities outside their comfort zones.
• 🥊 The first episode will feature interviews with Deontay Wilder and Frankie Edgar, previewing their upcoming fights.
• 🌐 The show will be available digitally on YouTube and Facebook twice a month, with a monthly TV broadcast on Showtime Extreme.

UFC 222 and Fight Analysis

• 💥 The UFC 222 card was previewed, with discussions on fights like Cyborg vs. Yana Kunitskaya, Frankie Edgar vs. Brian Ortega, and Jeremy Stephens vs. Josh Emmett.
• 📉 Brendan criticized the UFC's digital team for not having a picture of Yana Kunitskaya available for the pay-per-view promotion, calling it disrespectful and a contributing factor to declining numbers.
• 🏆 The Jeremy Stephens vs. Josh Emmett fight was discussed, with a focus on the controversial illegal knee and Brendan's belief that the referee, not the fighters, should have a zero-tolerance policy for such fouls.
• 🎤 The ranking system in MMA was questioned, citing examples like Jose Aldo and Ronda Rousey being ranked despite inactivity or being in different sports.
• 🥊 Deontay Wilder vs. Luis Ortiz was previewed, with Brendan predicting a Wilder TKO victory under eight rounds.
• 🥇 Frankie Edgar vs. Brian Ortega was analyzed, with Brendan leaning towards Edgar winning via TKO in the third round, acknowledging Ortega's dangerous jiu-jitsu but highlighting Edgar's experience and Mark Henry's striking coaching.

Potential Super Fights and UFC Rumors

• 💥 A potential Jon Jones vs. Brock Lesnar fight was discussed as the greatest fight in UFC history, with Brendan expressing strong enthusiasm for its promotional and entertainment value.
• 🗣️ Colby Covington's controversial comments about Mike Perry's girlfriend were debated, with Brendan acknowledging the attention it garnered but questioning the taste.
• 🥊 Rumors of a Tito Ortiz vs. Chuck Liddell III rematch were discussed, with Brendan expressing reservations about the fighters' health and desire to see such a fight.
• ⚖️ Jon Jones's legal situation and potential suspensions were mentioned, with betting odds being discussed.
• 🚀 The possibility of Brock Lesnar's return to the UFC was considered, with a potential fight against Jon Jones being a major draw.

Listener Questions and Show Updates

• ❓ Fan questions covered topics like upcoming shows in Houston, John Jones's deadlift form, Ghost Adventures, and potential future fights for fighters like Darren Till and Jeremy Stephens.
• 🎤 The Big Brown Breakdown will be rebranded as "Below the Belt with Brendan Schaub," with no changes to the show's dynamics or subscription.
• ✈️ Brendan's busy schedule included filming for the TV show, appearances on ESPN, and travel for press, highlighting his packed professional life.
• ☕ The Big Brown Coffee Co. is planned for a relaunch in April or May, contingent on Brendan's current coffee consumption.