Former UFC competitor turned podcast host Brendan Schaub has sparked controversy with his latest comments about Netflix content. In a podcast clip going viral on social media, Schaub suggested that the streaming platform should implement warning labels for what he termed “super gay” prograns.
During the episode, Schaub jokes, “You know what Netflix owes to the parents? There should be a warning. Hey, super gay s**t. Episode three with the Stegosaurus. Wouldn’t that be fair?”
Schaub then goes on to continue with the unfunny remark: “It just pops up. Yo, some gay s**t on episode six. Might want to skip it.”
Schaub’s comments align with a cultural debate about streaming content that has gained momentum among conservative voices and social media influencers. The discussion has intensified following recent market volatility affecting Netflix shares, with various public figures weighing in on the platform’s programming decisions.
Schaub goes on to create a hypothetical scenario for Netflix during the episode: “You know, Jerry, the main characters, 13, is going to suck off Dave. Two minutes in, they’re going to start talking Stegosaurus this and start talking about tails. He says, ‘Let me see your tail.’ And he sucks the other kid off, so you might want to skip.”
Schaub’s remarks have drawn sharp criticism not only for their offensive undertones but also for their lack of comedic merit. Many viewers pointed out that his attempts at humor fell flat, as he repeated the same crude premise multiple times in an apparent effort to make it land.
Additionally, the timing of Schaub’s statements is particularly noteworthy given revelations about his personal financial struggles. Recent disclosures from longtime friend and supplement industry mogul Aubrey Marcus revealed the extent of Schaub’s business difficulties during a recent podcast appearance.
“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 their conversation. The ONNIT founder, who built a supplement empire before selling to Unilever for a reported $200 million, indicated that Schaub’s financial troubles had reached the point where assistance with basic living expenses became necessary.
Marcus, who launched his new supplement company Correct after the Unilever sale, has maintained his friendship with Schaub for over a decade. Their relationship began during ONNIT’s sponsorship of “The Fighter and the Kid” podcast during its earlier, more successful period.
Netflix has demonstrated resilience against social media-driven controversies, reporting financial performance with revenue growing 16% year-over-year to $11 billion in recent quarterly results. The streaming service also saw a 46% increase in net profit to $3.1 billion, suggesting that public criticism has had limited impact on the company’s business fundamentals.
