During a recent episode of The Fighter and the Kid podcast, longtime friend and supplement industry mogul Aubrey Marcus disclosed that he had to financially assist comedian and podcast host Brendan Schaub during a particularly difficult period. The admission came during what appeared to be a casual conversation about friendship and mutual support.
“I’ve gotten to do amazing things. I bought five of my friends houses, you know? I’ve got to help Brendan when Brendan needed help,” Marcus revealed during the wide-ranging discussion.
The ONNIT founder, who has built a supplement empire worth millions, didn’t elaborate on the specific details of Schaub’s financial troubles, but the implication was clear. Schaub’s business ventures had hit such rough waters that he needed assistance with basic living expenses.
This revelation adds context to Schaub’s recent pivot to multiple revenue streams, including his controversial Patreon launch and various business partnerships. What many assumed was simple entrepreneurial expansion now appears to have been born out of necessity rather than ambition.
The former UFC heavyweight’s transition from fighting to entertainment has been marked by declining viewership numbers, ongoing legal battles, and a series of public controversies that have damaged his brand.
Marcus, who sold ONNIT to Unilever for a reported $200 million before launching his new supplement company Correct, has maintained a friendship with Schaub spanning over a decade.
Their relationship began when ONNIT sponsored “The Fighter and the Kid” during its early, more successful years.
The timing of this financial assistance likely coincided with some of Schaub’s most challenging professional periods. His podcast numbers have steadily declined, and his comedy career has faced significant criticism.
