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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Episodes
194 episodes
May Madness: Eat Sleep Teep 3 & Ventura Academy Expansion | Pu’u Muay Thai Ep. 193
In Episode 193 of the Pu’u Muay Thai Podcast, recorded at Teep Studios in Scottsdale, AZ, Jonathan Puu dives into the exciting chaos happening in May for Pu'u Muay Thai!We talk about Eat Sleep Teep 3, our next big semi-contact Mua...
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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 M...
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Muay Thai Scams, Culture Clashes & CHOK Chats from Bangkok | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 191
In Episode 191 of the Pu’u Muay Thai Podcast, we’re coming to you straight from Bangkok, Thailand with a special crossover segment from CHOK Chats—hosted by content creator and RWS commentator Joe Comerford, joined by Jonathan ...
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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....
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The Truth About Fighting in Thailand: What They Don’t Tell You | Pu’u Muay Thai Ep. 189
In Episode 189 of the Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast, Jonathan Puu exposes the harsh realities and hidden truths about fighting in Thailand—things most fighters never hear before stepping into the ring. If you’ve ever dreamed of fighting ...
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Why Most Muay Thai Fighters Are Broke (And How to Fix It) | Pu’u Muay Thai Ep. 188
In Episode 188 of the Pu’u Muay Thai Podcast, Jonathan Puu dives deep into the harsh reality of why most Muay Thai fighters struggle financially—and more importantly, how they can change that. Despite being one of the toughest and...
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Muay Thai’s Ranking System Is Broken – Here’s Why | Pu’u Muay Thai Ep. 187
In Episode 186 of the Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast, Jonathan Puu breaks down the flawed ranking system in Muay Thai and why it continues to be a challenge for fighters, promotions, and organizations worldwide. Unlike MMA and boxing, where stru...
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Running a Muay Thai Gym in 2025: The Hard Truth | Pu’u Muay Thai Ep. 186
In Episode 186 of the Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast, Jonathan Puu pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to run a successful Muay Thai gym in 2025. Whether you’re an aspiring gym owner, a coach, or a dedicated student, this episode wi...
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Are Foreigners Ruining Muay Thai? | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 185
Muay Thai is evolving—but is it for the better? In this episode, Jonathan Pu’u breaks down one of the most heated debates in the sport: Are foreigners helping Muay Thai grow, or are they diluting its authenticity?As more ...
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Overcoming Mental Barriers with Muay Thai: Tim of Sack Life on Martial Arts for Mental Health | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 184
In this episode of the Pu’u Muay Thai Podcast, we sit down with Tim from Sack Life to explore how Muay Thai and martial arts can be powerful tools for mental health. Tim shares his deeply personal journey—from battling clin...
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New Year, New Fighter: Starting Your Muay Thai Journey in 2025 | Pu’u Muay Thai Ep. 183
In Episode 183 of the Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast, Jonathan Puu reflects on the opportunities a new year brings and encourages listeners to make 2025 the year they finally begin their Muay Thai journey. Recorded at Teep Studios in Scottsdale, AZ, th...
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Why Muay Thai Fighters Aren't in the UFC | Pu’u Muay Thai Ep. 182
In Episode 182 of the Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast, Jonathan Puu dives deep into the question many fight fans are asking: Why aren't more Muay Thai fighters competing in the UFC? Broadcasting from Teep Studios in Scottsdale, AZ, Jonathan break...
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Gratitude & Milestones: A Look Back at an Incredible Year | Pu’u Muay Thai Ep. 181
In Episode 181 of the Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast, join host Jonathan Puu as he reflects on an incredible year filled with growth, challenges, and exciting milestones. Broadcasting from Teep Studios in Scottsdale, AZ, this gratitude-filled episode r...
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What Muay Thai Gym Should I Train At in Thailand | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 179
In Episode 179 of the Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast, recorded at Teep Studios in Scottsdale, AZ, we tackle the big question every Muay Thai enthusiast dreams of: "What gym should I train at in Thailand?" With countless gyms to choose from, finding the...
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Karate Combat vs ONE Championship | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 178
In Episode 178 of the Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast, recorded at Teep Studios in Scottsdale, AZ, we dive into the heated clash between Karate Combat and ONE Championship. Breaking news surrounds Karate Combat president Asim Zaidi, who has publicly cha...
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Evolution of The Ultimate Fighter | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 177
In Episode 177 of the Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast titled "Evolution Of The Ultimate Fighter," Jonathan Puu sits down with Mark Beecher, former multi-sport pro fighter turned high-level striking coach, joining via Zoom from Houston, Texas. Mar...
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Highlighting Muay Thai In The UFC | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 176
In Episode 176 of the Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast titled "Highlighting Muay Thai In The UFC," Jonathan welcomes former multi-sport professional fighter Chris Culley for his first appearance on the show, joining via Zoom from Los Angeles. Jona...
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Traveling & Fighting Muay Thai | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 175
In Episode 175 of the Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast titled "Traveling & Fighting Muay Thai," we connect with professional fighter Ricardo Mixco via Zoom from Maryland for his first appearance on the show! Ricardo and Jonathan reminisce abou...
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Exploring Chonburi Muay Thai | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 174
In Episode 174 of the Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast titled "Exploring Chonburi Muay Thai," we welcome Bruce Panyapol, owner of Chonburi Muay Thai, for his first appearance on the show! Bruce shares his incredible journey growing up in Chonburi,...
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Became a Digital Nomad in Thailand for Muay Thai | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 173
In Episode 173 of the Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast titled "Became a Digital Nomad in Thailand for Muay Thai," we sit down with James Nichol, a professional Muay Thai fighter and nutrition coach, joining us via Zoom from Chiang Mai, Thailand. I...
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Gave Up Everything To Train Muay Thai In Thailand | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 172
In episode 172 of the Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast, titled "Gave Up Everything To Train Muay Thai In Thailand," we reconnect with Valentin Kocher-Benzig via Zoom from Thailand! Valentin, who has been chasing his Muay Thai dream, shares updates on his...
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Karate vs Muay Thai | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 171
In this special in-person episode of the Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast, recorded at Teep Studios in Scottsdale, AZ, we welcome Kikin Ucelo from Ucelo Martial Arts. We dive deep into the differences and similarities between Karate and Muay Thai, compar...
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Muay Thai at Ventura High School | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 170
Sponsored by: http://www.PMTLIFESTYLE.COMOptimize Your Training With: ONNIT Supplements: https://bit.ly/pmt-onnit--In this episode, recorded via Z...
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