About this episode

The episode discusses the UFC 329 matchup between Conor McGregor and Max Holloway, and explores the potential oversaturation of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu schools.

Is Conor McGregor really back? In this episode of the 40 & Fighting Podcast, we break down the highly anticipated UFC 329 matchup between Conor McGregor and Max Holloway, discussing what this fight means for both legends, who has the edge, and why the entire MMA world is watching. We also dive into a question that's becoming more common in the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu community: Are there too many BJJ schools opening? With new academies appearing everywhere, is the market becoming oversaturated, or is there still room for passionate instructors to build successful gyms? We discuss what makes a great academy, how community impacts long-term success, and whether opening a school today is a smart move or a risky investment. Whether you're a BJJ practitioner, gym owner, MMA fan, or someone thinking about opening your own academy, this episode is packed with honest opinions, laughs, and real conversations. In this episode: UFC 329: Conor McGregor vs. Max Holloway preview Can McGregor still compete at the highest level? Why Max Holloway remains one of the toughest fighters in the UFC Is there a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy bubble? Should you open a BJJ school in 2026? Building community…

People in this episode

Host: 40andfighting

Topics covered

• UFC 329 preview
• Conor McGregor
• Max Holloway
• Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu schools
• MMA community
• gym culture

Keywords

• UFC
• MMA
• BJJ
• gym ownership
• fight analysis
• martial arts

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

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