From Punk Rock to Muay Thai: Jason Cruz of Strung Out | Pu’u Muay Thai Ep. 192

In Episode 192 of the Pu’u Muay Thai Podcast, we sit down in-person at Teep Studios in Scottsdale, AZ with a very special guest: Jason Cruz, the legendary frontman of the punk rock band Strung Out and a dedicated student at Pu’u Muay Thai Ventura. Jason was in town for the Punk in the Park festival in Chandler, AZ, but made time to talk about his powerful journey through music, fighting, and finding purpose.

At 51 years old, Jason shares how Muay Thai has transformed his life—and how discovering it with his wife during COVID gave them a shared mission of empowerment, discipline, and community. From touring the world with his band to stepping into the ring at our Eat Sleep Teep event, Jason’s story is a unique and deeply authentic one that bridges punk rock and martial arts like few can.

Topics include:
 🎸 Jason’s 35-year journey as a musician and what keeps him inspired
 🥊 How Muay Thai became his new passion and emotional outlet
 💥 Parallels between punk rock and Muay Thai’s underground culture
 🧠 The power of community, personal growth, and training at 50+
 🌀 Japanese influence, global travel stories, and preserving Muay Thai culture

Whether you’re a lifelong punk, a Muay Thai fanatic, or someone chasing purpose later in life—this is the episode you don’t want to miss.