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The Muay Thai Podcast
by Matt Lucas
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.
Episodes
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30 Years In Muay Thai With Aziz Nabih | Muay Thai Podcast
From the early days of the New York Muay Thai scene to working with fighters like Sitthichai, Petchpanomrung, Ramy and Selena Flores, Aziz has watched the sport evolve across multiple generations. In this conversation, we talk about how Muay Thai has changed, the difference between old-school and...
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What Makes Great Coaches With House Of Muay Thai's Jake Chamberlain
What separates good coaches from great ones? Jake from House of Muay Thai has spent years coaching athletes at the Amazing Muay Thai World Festival and working alongside some of the best coaches in the sport. Follow Jake: Instagram: @jake_homt Want to dive deeper into the world of Muay Thai read:...
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How International Tournaments Create Better Fighters & Coaches
What does it take to coach Team USA athletes on the world stage? In this interview, Matt Lucas sits down with DMV Muay Thai Matthew Van Valkenburgh founder and Team USA coach to discuss the lessons learned from years of international Muay Thai tournaments, including the Amazing Muay Thai…
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30 Years Building American Muay Thai | One Kick Nick Blomgren
For more than three decades, Nick "One Kick" Blomgren has been one of the key figures behind the growth of Muay Thai in the United States. In this episode, we discuss his first trips to Thailand in the late 1980s, training at Sasiprapa Gym during the Golden Era, opening One Kick's Gym in Las…
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300 Fights Later: Aslomjon Ortikov's Journey To A ONE World Title Shot
Before fighting for ONE Championship gold, Aslomjon Ortikov had already fought nearly 300 times. Born and raised in Uzbekistan, Ortikov began training at just eight years old after his brother brought him to the gym. Through years of amateur tournaments, professional fights, and international...
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How RWS Rebuilt Muay Thai in Thailand | Bank on Rajadamnern's Future
Bank Thainchai Pisitwuttinan CEO of GSV (Global Sports Venture) and RWS sits down for an in-depth conversation about the evolution of modern Muay Thai, the transformation of Rajadamnern Stadium, and the future of the sport in Thailand and internationally.
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The Truth About Fighting & Living in Thailand With Douglas Malagon
Doug Malagon, a certified strength and conditioning coach, commentator and former pro muay thai fighter, shares the biggest mistakes he made after years in Thailand from fighting and visas to gym culture, overtraining, and building a business in Muay Thai. We also discuss: ONE Championship…
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The Strikeforce Muay Thai System That Builds Champions: Mark Pease
Mark Pease has been building world champions in Australian Muay Thai since 1988. As head coach and promoter at Strikeforce Muay Thai on the Gold Coast, he's produced over a dozen world title holders including Chad Collins, who recently fought for the Rajadamnern Title. Pease and I sit down before...
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2 Losses 0 Excuses: Oli Jenkins on Muay Thai Coaching at the Highest Level
Oli Jenkins is a British trainer based in Bangkok, working out of Silk Muay Thai. It is one of the most competitive Muay Thai gyms in the country. I n this conversation, we get into the reality of what it means to corner fighters at the highest level, including two recent losses (Saenpon at RWS…
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The Real Reason Muay Thai Champions Need Strength & Conditioning/ Muay Thai Podcast
Why does a champion still need strength and conditioning? In this episode, Leroy breaks down the real purpose of S&C in Muay Thai and why it's not about replacing skill work, but supporting it. 0:00 Why Does Tawanchai Need Strength And Conditioning 2:11 How do you measure an athlete's progress…
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The Complete Guide To Muay Thai (History, Scoring, Business & Career Explained)
Muay Thai is more than fighting. It's history. Culture. Business. Politics. Opportunity. In this 3-hour deep dive, I break down everything you need to understand about Muay Thai whether you're a fighter, coach, gym owner, or someone who simply wants to understand how the sport really works. From...
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A Complete Guide to Combat Sports Photography (Ringside, Gyms, Backstage)
What does it really take to succeed as a combat sports photographer? In this episode, William Luu and I break down a practical, experience-based guide to working in combat sports photography, from local gyms and grassroots shows to UFC, ONE Championship, and international events. Between us, we...
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Making Muay Thai A Career
This episode is my annual Muay Thai business review — looking back at 2025 and outlining where I'm heading in 2026. I've been doing this as a written blog for years, but this is the first time I'm breaking it down fully on the podcast. This show sits at the intersection of: Muay Thai, Business,...
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How to Build a Successful Muay Thai Fight Team (Thailand vs USA) with Sean Madden
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?...
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How To Be A Professional Muay Thai Fighter In 2025
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…
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Muay Thai Isn't About Going Viral It's About Lasting - The Muay Thai Podcast
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...
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From Fighter to Father-Trainer: Building Australian Muay Thai Champions: The Muay Thai Podcast
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…
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Max Cruz: Phuket Muay Thai, International Fights & Making 130K in Cambodia - The Muay Thai Podcast
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...
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20 Years Building American Muay Thai With Brett Hlavacek: The Muay Thai Podcast
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…
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From Brazil to Thailand: Julio Lobo's Journey Through Muay Thai - The Muay Thai Podcast
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…
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Building Champions: How Jennana Johnson is Transforming Muay Thai in Malaysia: The Muay Thai Podcast
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…
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Petchto Kru F Sitjaopho: The Golden Era, Coaching, and the Future of Muay Thai
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…
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Leanardo Dado: Swiss Pioneer And Champion Trainer
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...
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Lamnamoon Sor Sumalee: The Golden Era Vs Now
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.…
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Armando Ramos: Goal Setting For Fighters
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...
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Nongam Fairtex: From Fighting In A Temple To Fighting On ONE Lumpinee
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...
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Bobby Peek: Why Ticket Sales Decide Fights
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,...
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Danny Pinto - Don't Be A Lazy Coach
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...
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Is 5 Round Muay Thai Dead? - Muay Thai Testament's Arm
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…
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Fabio Reis -From Portugal To Thailand, Surviving As A Foreign Fighter
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…
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Kieran Walsh - Building Muay U, Australia's Muay Thai Rise And RWS
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...
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Kru Toy Sityodtong - Fighting Smart, History, And Winning The Lottery
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…
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Mathias Gallo Cassarino - The Fire, the Fights, and the Future of Muay Thai
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...
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Junior Fairtex: Growing Up In Muay Thai
In this episode of the podcast we talk about starting fighting as a kid in Thailand, going to ONE Championship, mindset and more. This interview was used in the recent book: Muay Thai: The Complete Insider's Guide To Training Fighting And Business. You can get the book here.
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Spencer Tay: Fighting, Promoting And Singaporean Muay Thai
In this episode of the podcast we talk about starting Muay Thai, promoting, Muay Thai in Singapore and the legacy of Eminent Air gym. Muay Thai: The Complete Insider's Guide To Training Fighting And Business You can get your copy on Amazon here.
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Kendu Irving: Living A Dream
Kendu Irving is a sponsored fighter out of Fairtex Training Center. He tells you the ups and downs of life in Thailand. From getting knocked out in his first fight to a mysterious punch that got him a title belt. This episode is straight from the heart of the sport. This interview was part of…
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Dani Rodriguez: Background, RWS Fights, Future
Note this video was filmed earlier in the year. Dani is now scheduled to fight. News coming very soon! The interview was used in: Muay Thai: The Complete Insider's Guide To Training Fighting And Business Dani Rodriguez talks about his journey to Rajadamnern Stadium champion. We cover his early…
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Marc Entenberg: Fighting, Promoting, Kingdom Muay Thai
Gym owner and promoter Marc Entenberg talks about his history as an athlete, promoting, growing coalition Muay Thai and more
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New Beginnings
After a long hiatus the podcast is back and under a new creative name. It's the Muay Thai Podcast. Weekly episodes beginning.
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Everything You Need To Know About The WBC Amazing Muay Thai Festival
Kevin Noone, General Secretary for the WBC Muay Thai and Max Baggio, Mediterranean Chairman talk about the upcoming festival. The event happens June 22-25th in Venice Italy. The two representatives talks about the growth of the sport, the games and much more.
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3 Lessons From ONE Championship: Stamp Fairtex vs Alyse Anderson
ONE Championship debuted in the USA. The first ever show in the west saw Stamp take on Alyse Anderson in an MMA fight. Learn about what happened behind the scenes.
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Everything You Need To Know About Muay Thai In Thailand In 2023 In 13 minutes
In this video we break down the state of the sport, the promotions, the fighters, and all the gyms.
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Understanding Muay Thai Around The World - Thailand - Australia - USA
Influencers Patrick Rivera of the WBC USA, Kieran Walsh of Muay U Canberra and Matt Lucas, commentator at Lumpinee get together to talk about the state of the sport and how different regions differ. Learn about the sport.
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End of 2022 Report
This episode goes over the year. Highlights include projects that did well and how I accomplished it. Give it a listen and learn how to grow social media in Muay Thai
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The Future Of USA Muay Thai with Patrick Rivera (WBC USA) and Michael Corley (USMF)
Muay Thai federation leaders, Patrick Rivera of the WBC USA and Michael Corley of the USMF sit down to talk about the future of the sport. Muay Thai in the USA is growing by leaps and bounds. 2023 will be a strong year. The two heads talk about what their organizations do for the sport and how to...
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Organizing A Muay Thai Seminar/Creating Fight Break Downs And Career Development
In this episode I go over organizing a Muay Thai seminar tour for Stamp. I go into the details of how the classes will be taught. In I addition I share how I create fight break down videos that are widely shared, IG carousels and more content creation tips for fighters, gym owners and others.
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Ferrari Makes ONE Championship Debut/Buri Ram Results And More Muay Thai News
The world of Muay Thai is alive and kicking, punching, kneeing and elbowing. This week was a blast with ONE Championship, bouts in Buri Ram, a nice line up at Rajadamnern and big fights at Lumpinee.
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Stamp Goes On Tour/ONE Championship Bouts/Muay Thai News
In this week's Muay Thai news we see more WBC action, Stamp Fairtex going on tour and stacked ONE Championship fights.
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ONE Championship Announcement/Bukieow vs Topic/ Muay Thai News
ONE Championship made five huge announcements including weekly shows at Lumpinee. Top USA fighters: Jalill Barnes fought Ognjen Topic The Road To ONE tournament and more Muay Thai News
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Stamp Goes On Tour Plus Rebellion Muay Thai Results And More
Australia was a success! Rebellion Muay Thai displayed beautiful Muay Thai. Also more promoters at Lumpinee and Stamp Fairtex is going on tour in the USA!
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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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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...
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