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Puu Muay Thai Podcast
Welcome to the Pu’u Muay Thai Podcast—your go-to source for all things Muay Thai! Broadcasting from our dedicated Muay Thai podcast studio in Scottsdale, AZ, we bring you expert insights from fighters, coaches, officials, and gym owners worldwide. Whether you're a beginner, competitor, or coach, we cover training, fight breakdowns, event coverage, Muay Thai history, industry trends, travel, nutrition, business strategies, and more.
Hosted by Jonathan Puu, a former pro fighter, veteran coach, and professional Muay Thai ring official, this podcast delivers authentic, no-BS conversations straight from the heart of the sport. Expect interviews with top-level athletes, promoters, and insiders, as well as discussions on gym culture, coaching strategies, and the evolution of Muay Thai globally.
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Puu Muay Thai Podcast
Why Fighters Are Flocking to Marrok Gym in Bangkok | Full Tour & Interview | Pu'u Muay Thai Ep. 190
In Episode 190 of the Pu’u Muay Thai Podcast, Jonathan Puu visits the stunning Marrok Gym in Bangkok, Thailand, for a powerful in-person conversation with co-owners Mimm and Golf, alongside special guest Josh Soliva. This episode dives deep into how Marrok is reshaping the Muay Thai and MMA landscape in Thailand—focusing on fighter empowerment, fair contracts, and long-term athlete development.
Jonathan explores: 🥊 How Marrok Gym was founded to give fighters fair treatment and freedom from exploitative contracts.
💥 Stories of buying fighters out of unfair deals and helping them gain educational opportunities.
🏛️ The inspiration behind the name “Marrok,” its symbol of transformation, and the gym’s inclusive culture—where everyone has a seat at the table.
🌴 The gym’s unique setup: a Muay Thai + fitness hybrid built on private land with a coconut farm, near the river, minutes from Bangkok’s city center.
🇹🇭 The legendary Ajarn Pipa’s role at the gym, having trained some of Thailand’s greatest fighters including Saenchai and Lerdsila.
⚔️ Golf’s experience promoting BKFC Asia, future MMA expansion, and their mission to grow combat sports with integrity.
Whether you’re looking to train in Thailand, explore Muay Thai’s evolution, or get inspired by gym owners who are doing things the right way, this episode is a must-listen.
📍 Interested in training at Marrok Gym?
👉 https://www.marrokgroup.com/
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