The Muay Thai Podcast

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, 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: https://a.co/d/co46xdR

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 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 Muay Thai read: Muay Thai: The Insider's Guide To Training Fighting And Business Get it on Amazon: https://a.co/d/co46xdR

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 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: https://a.co/d/iFTOOKH  

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 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 46:10 It’s An Investment Subscribe for weekly conversations with fighters, coaches, and insiders shaping the future of Muay Thai.  Follow Fabio here: https://www.instagram.com/fabio_sensational_reis/ 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: https://a.co/d/co46xdR 

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 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 transitioning to the Thai gambling circuit What it’s really like to corner fighters on the world stage The growth of Muay Thai in Australia — promotions like Roots, Rebellion, Hardcore, Warriors Way, 1774, and MTL Building Muay U as a gym, brand, and community inspired by American college sports culture The business side of running a gym, balancing passion with sustainability Subscribe for weekly conversations with fighters, coaches, and insiders shaping the future of Muay Thai. Kieran Walsh IG: https://www.instagram.com/kieranmuayu/ 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: https://a.co/d/co46xdR