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The Muay Thai Podcast

Stories. Fighters. Muay Thai. Hosted by Matt Lucas, longtime Thailand insider and journalist, this podcast dives deep into the fight game — from behind-the-scenes gym life to building a career in the ring. Interviews with top fighters, coaches, and promoters. Sharp takes on scoring, strategy, and what it actually takes to make it in Muay Thai. New episodes every week.

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54:03

How to Build a Successful Muay Thai Fight Team...

The Muay Thai Podcast ·

2025/12/24

Building a successful Muay Thai fight team looks very different in Thailand than it does in the United States. In this episode I sit down with Sean Madden, long-time Easton coach, Team USA IFMA coach, and veteran of both the American and Thai Muay Thai systems. Want to learn more about the sport? Check out: Muay Thai The Complete Insider's Guide To Training Fighting And Business: https://a.co/d/iFTOOKH

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56:02

How To Be A Professional Muay Thai Fighter In 2025

The Muay Thai Podcast ·

2025/12/21

Becoming a professional Muay Thai fighter isn't about talent alone. It's about planning, money, health, opponents, visas, and survival. In this episode, Matt Lucas and Jonathan Pu'u break down what it actually takes to turn pro and how most fighters mess it up. We cover: How many fights you really need Why money matters more than skill early on USA vs Thailand costs Selling tickets & building a following Health insurance, visas, and savings Why breaking even is the real first goal This is a

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31:52

Muay Thai Isn't About Going Viral It's About Lasting...

The Muay Thai Podcast ·

2025/12/16

In this episode I talk about why consistency matters more than virality. Living in Thailand for over 10 years. What fighters, creators and trainers get wrong. I've commentated 10,000 or more fights. I worked with Fairtex, WBC, MAX Muay Thai, Lumpinee, and documented thousands of fighters. Want to learn more about the sport? Check out: Muay Thai The Complete Insider's Guide To Training Fighting And Business: https://a.co/d/iFTOOKH

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28:04

From Fighter to Father-Trainer: Building Australian...

The Muay Thai Podcast ·

2025/12/10

With 30 years in Muay Thai, David McVicker shares his journey from fighter to coach, the challenges of training his own son, and his mission to build the next generation of Australian Muay Thai talent. Want to learn more about the sport? Check out: Muay Thai The Complete Insider's Guide To Training Fighting And Business: https://a.co/d/iFTOOKH

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37:02

Max Cruz: Phuket Muay Thai, International Fights &...

The Muay Thai Podcast ·

2025/11/26

Max Cruz has fought everywhere — Phuket stadiums, Bangkok gyms, Rebellion in Australia, Muay Thai League, and Cambodia, where he made over 130,000 baht for one fight. In this interview, we break down what real life as a foreign fighter in Thailand actually looks like. Want to learn more about the sport? Check out: Muay Thai The Complete Insider's Guide To Training Fighting And Business: https://a.co/d/iFTOOKH

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28:50

20 Years Building American Muay Thai With Brett...

The Muay Thai Podcast ·

2025/11/18

American Muay Thai legend Brett Hlavacek sits down with me in Thailand to talk about 20+ years in the sport — from fighting 40+ pro fights, to coaching at Rose Muay Thai, to becoming the WBC Northeast Director. Want to learn more about the sport? Check out: Muay Thai The Complete Insider's Guide To Training Fighting And Business: https://a.co/d/iFTOOKH

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34:24

From Brazil to Thailand: Julio Lobo's Journey Through...

The Muay Thai Podcast ·

2025/11/12

Julio Lobo has spent nearly a decade living and fighting in Thailand — battling legends, training under Leo Elias, and now passing his knowledge on to the next generation at Phuket Fight Club. Want to learn more about the sport? Check out: Muay Thai The Complete Insider's Guide To Training Fighting And Business: https://a.co/d/iFTOOKH

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34:26

Building Champions: How Jennana Johnson is...

The Muay Thai Podcast ·

2025/11/05

From a small town in New Mexico to shaping the future of Muay Thai in Malaysia, Jena Johnson's journey is nothing short of inspiring. In this interview, she shares how it all started, pro fighting in Malaysia, bringing up Johann Ghazali, her promotion Muay Girl and Rentap Fighting Championship plus more Want to learn more about the sport? Check out: Muay Thai The Complete Insider's Guide To Training Fighting And Business: https://a.co/d/iFTOOKH

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33:51

Petchto Kru F Sitjaopho: The Golden Era, Coaching,...

The Muay Thai Podcast ·

2025/10/28

Kru Petchto Sitjaopho — known as Kru F — shares his journey from the Golden Era of Muay Thai to coaching in today's globalized fight world. He talks about his favorite fighters, training philosophy, OneSongchai days, the evolution of promotions, and the timeless importance of consistency. Learn how Muay Thai has changed, how Sitjaopho Gym helped open Thailand to the world, and why Kru F's advice is simple: "Don't think too much. Just do it." Want to learn more about the sport? Check out: Muay Thai

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41:11

Leanardo Dado: Swiss Pioneer And Champion Trainer

The Muay Thai Podcast ·

2025/10/21

Step inside the golden era of Muay Thai through the eyes of Leanardo Dado one of the first Westerners to live, train, and fight in Thailand. In this episode, Dado recounts his journey from Switzerland to Bangkok in the late 1980s, his years at Sor. Thanikul and Eminent Air Gym, and the lessons he learned under Thailand’s toughest fighters. From sleeping in the gym and training alongside champions to building a career around the sport, Dado shares what it really means to dedicate your life to Muay

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28:08

Lamnamoon Sor Sumalee: The Golden Era Vs Now

The Muay Thai Podcast ·

2025/10/14

Legendary fighter Lamnamoon Sor. Sumalee sits down to share his story — from fighting in the late 1980s Golden Era to teaching the next generation of Muay Thai fighters in Isaan. Known as one of the greatest Muay Khao (knee) fighters of his time, Lamnamoon reflects on his early days at Sor. Sumalee Gym, his path to Lumpinee and Rajadamnern glory, and how training has evolved from the no-phone, no-distraction days to today’s social media era. Want to learn more about the sport check out: Muay Thai

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19:27

Armando Ramos: Goal Setting For Fighters

The Muay Thai Podcast ·

2025/10/07

From the early days of Fairtex San Francisco to training with legends like Alex Gong and Jongsanan Fairtex, Armando Ramirez has seen Muay Thai in America evolve firsthand. In this episode we talk about it all Want to learn more about the sport check out: Muay Thai The Complete Insider's Guide To Training Fighting And Business: https://a.co/d/iFTOOKH

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35:22

Nongam Fairtex: From Fighting In A Temple To Fighting...

The Muay Thai Podcast ·

2025/09/30

Am’s story is one of resilience, heart, and transformation. From her first fights as a child in a temple school to competing under the bright lights of ONE Championship, Am has faced every obstacle—being told she was too small, fighting for little money, breaking bones, and even breaking her orbital. Now she’s one of the most exciting female fighters on the global stage, bringing her intelligence, rhythm, and fighting spirit to every bout. Want to learn more about the sport check out: Muay Thai

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31:10

Bobby Peek: Why Ticket Sales Decide Fights

The Muay Thai Podcast ·

2025/09/23

Ambush Muay Thai’s head coach and matchmaker breaks down the art of matchmaking, the realities of ticket sales, and the growth of Texas Muay Thai. From wild double knockdowns in Florida to building a fight scene in San Antonio, this conversation covers the highs, lows, and lessons of coaching, cornering, and creating opportunities for fighters. Want to dive deeper into the world of Muay Thai read: Muay Thai: The Insider's Guide To Training Fighting And Business Get it on Amazon:

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31:19

Danny Pinto - Don't Be A Lazy Coach

The Muay Thai Podcast ·

2025/09/16

What makes a great coach? Danny Pinto believes it starts with experience, passion, and culture. In this sit-down, Danny opens up about: Fighting in Bangla & Panang Stadiums in Thailand The reality of being a fighter and a coach Why kids put their trust completely in their trainers Building Pinto Muay Thai into a thriving gym in Las Vegas Advice for fighters: We also cover his triumphant world title fight, coaching philosophy, and what’s next for his athletes. Want to dive deeper into the world of

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33:32

Is 5 Round Muay Thai Dead? - Muay Thai Testament's Arm

The Muay Thai Podcast ·

2025/09/09

Is five-round Muay Thai dying—or is it the backbone of the sport in Thailand? In this deep dive, we explore the future of five-round “gambling Muay Thai” versus three-round “entertainment Muay Thai,” and why the system that develops fighters still matters more than most people realize. Follow Muay Thai Testament on IG: https://www.instagram.com/muaythaitestament/ Want to learn more about the sport check out: Muay Thai The Complete Insider's Guide To Training Fighting And Business:

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49:08

Fabio Reis -From Portugal To Thailand, Surviving As A...

The Muay Thai Podcast ·

2025/09/02

Fabio Reis has become one of the most respected foreign fighters in Thailand — but his journey was anything but easy. From getting bullied as a kid in Portugal, to discovering kickboxing after capoeira, to taking fights alone overseas. In this interview we talk about: 0:00 Quick Question Intro 1:33 Starting Fighting 8:55 Arriving in Thailand at PFC 12:35 Fighting In China 18:45 Thai Fight Bouts 22:58 Fighting Out Of Lamai in Samui 29:10 Venum life 34:50 Knocking out Rittewada 43:30 How To Pick a gym

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49:47

Kieran Walsh - Building Muay U, Australia’s Muay Thai...

The Muay Thai Podcast ·

2025/08/26

Kieran Walsh is one of the most influential coaches in Australia’s Muay Thai scene. As head trainer of Muay U, he’s developed fighters who’ve competed on the biggest stages — ONE Championship, Rajadamnern World Series, and stadiums across Thailand. In this episode of the Matt Lucas Muay Thai Podcast, Kieran talks about: His favorite fighters and eras of kickboxing & Muay Thai Why he loves RWS and how it blends tradition with entertainment The path for Australian fighters like Max McVicker

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21:58

The Muay Thai Podcast: Kru Toy Sityodtong - Fighting...

The Muay Thai Podcast ·

2025/08/19

We sit down with Kru Ton at the legendary Sityodtong Gym in Pattaya to talk about the gym's incredible 65-year journey. This is the place where Rob Kaman and Ramon Dekkers trained, where authentic Muay Thai was first introduced to the early UFC, and where the Sityodtong style was born. Kru Toy adds a wealth of knowledge. If you want more check out Muay Thai: The Insider's Guide to Training Fighting and Business If you haven’t grabbed a copy yet, you can get it on Amazon here:

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31:48

Mathias Gallo Cassarino - The Fire, the Fights, and...

The Muay Thai Podcast ·

2025/08/12

Former stadium contender Mattias reflects on five years of big changes — from chasing titles in Thailand’s most prestigious rings to guiding the next generation of fighters. In this candid conversation with Matt Lucas, he opens up about his career and the future of the sport. This podcast was transcribed and used in Muay Thai: The Complete Insider's Guide To Training Fighting And Business If you haven’t grabbed a copy yet, you can get it on Amazon here

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