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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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In Episode 229 of the Pu’u Muay Thai Podcast, Jonathan Puu breaks down a pattern almost no one talks about — the two-year Muay Thai drop-off, when many students quietly disappear right as they’re getting good. This isn’t the beginner phase. It’s not fear, soreness, or lack of toughness. In fact, most people who quit around the two-year mark are more skilled and confident than ever. What they’re actually experiencing isn’t failure — it’s transition. In this episode, Jonathan explains: Why year...
In Episode 228 of the Pu’u Muay Thai Podcast, Jonathan Puu breaks down why Muay Thai in America is still widely misunderstood—even by people who think they know what it is. From being confused with kickboxing or cardio workouts to being seen as “too violent” or “only for fighters,” Muay Thai has often been introduced in the U.S. without its cultural, technical, and developmental context. As a result, many people miss out on what Muay Thai actually is—and what it can offer beyond fighting. In ...
In Episode 227 of the Pu’u Muay Thai Podcast, Jonathan Puu reflects on what Muay Thai gave him over nearly two decades — not in techniques or fights, but in the lessons he didn’t know he needed at the time. Like many people, Jonathan didn’t start Muay Thai searching for discipline, clarity, or purpose. He just wanted to train, learn how to fight, defend himself, and push his limits. But over time, Muay Thai quietly provided structure, humility, emotional control, confidence, and a sense of be...
In Episode 226 of the Pu’u Muay Thai Podcast, Jonathan Puu breaks down exactly what beginners should focus on in their first year of Muay Thai — and just as importantly, what they should stop worrying about. Most students quit not because Muay Thai is too hard, but because they’re focusing on the wrong priorities. In this episode, Jonathan lays out a clear framework to help new students stay consistent, build real fundamentals, and avoid the overwhelm that causes early burnout. This episode c...
In Episode 225 of the Pu’u Muay Thai Podcast, Jonathan Puu explains why Muay Thai isn’t supposed to feel fun, exciting, or motivating every single day — and why that discomfort is exactly what makes it such a powerful practice. Most people quit Muay Thai when training stops feeling “fun.” They assume something is wrong, that they’re failing, or that they’re not cut out for it. In reality, that moment is where real progress begins. This episode breaks down: Why motivation fades and discipline ...
In Episode 224 of the Pu’u Muay Thai Podcast, Jonathan Puu makes a statement that will stop most listeners in their tracks: “I’m quitting the podcast.” After six years, hundreds of episodes, and tens of thousands of listeners, Jonathan pulls back the curtain on a question most creators, gym owners, and long-term builders eventually face — when the math stops making sense, why keep going? This episode isn’t clickbait. It’s an honest reflection on: Why quitting felt logical after years of consi...
Episode 223 of the Pu’u Muay Thai Podcast kicks off the new year with a reality check for anyone setting Muay Thai goals in January. Every year, new students come in motivated, fired up, and ready to “go all in” — and every year, most of those goals quietly fall apart by February or March. In this episode, Jonathan Puu breaks down why New Year’s Muay Thai goals fail and how to approach training in a way that actually lasts. This episode covers: Why motivation-based goals don’t survive Muay Th...
Episode 222 of the Pu’u Muay Thai Podcast is the official 2025 year-end recap, breaking down what actually mattered across the podcast, the academy, and the broader Pu’u Muay Thai ecosystem. In this episode, Jonathan Puu reflects on why long-form conversations beat viral clips, and how depth, consistency, and real-world experience shaped the podcast’s global growth in 2025. With over 41,000 downloads across 60+ countries, this wasn’t a highlight-reel year — it was a year of substance. Topics ...
coach, and the promoter behind the US Muay Thai Open, to break down how Muay Thai competition is evolving in the United States. Thiago shares behind-the-scenes insight into what it really takes to run large-scale Muay Thai tournaments, develop athletes safely, and build sustainable fight teams. The conversation covers: How the US Muay Thai Open has grown into one of the largest tournaments in the countryThe purpose and structure of D-Class and C-Class competitionWhy semi-contact still counts ...
In this episode we have Paul Reavlin of Revgear with us via Zoom! Paul is a long-time name in the sport of Muay Thai here in the USA with being a title sponsor for major tournaments, equipment manufacturing and sponsoring fighters. We discuss how Revgear had it's beginning with Paul selling equipment out of the back of his car up through what he has seen in trends in martial arts as well as what he sees happening in the Muay Thai industry. Follow Revgear: https://www.instagram.com/revgear Fol...
Episode 219 of the Pu’u Muay Thai Podcast brings you a full instructor roundtable with Kru Edward Gonzalez, Chief Instructor at Pu’u Muay Thai Ventura, and Coach Vincent “Vinnie” Chew, one of the academy’s assistant instructors and front-desk leaders. In this episode, Jonathan, Kru Ed, and Vinnie dive deep into what really happens on the mats at Pu’u Muay Thai. They break down: Why promotions matter and how students earn the right to sparThe biggest beginner mistakes (and the mindsets that ru...
In Episode 218 of the Pu’u Muay Thai Podcast, Jonathan Puu sits down with assistant instructor and rising competitor Vincent “Vinnie” Chew of Pu’u Muay Thai Ventura. Vinnie shares his journey from growing up in a family of coaches to discovering Muay Thai, transitioning from student to coach, and balancing competition with teaching beginners and kids. This episode dives deep into: • How coaching improves fighting skills • Overcoming imposter syndrome as a new instructor • Pr...
If you’ve ever wondered why so many adults turn to Muay Thai to manage stress, build confidence, and find community, this episode of the Pu’u Muay Thai Podcast dives deep into it. Host Jonathan Puu sits down with Kru Ed (Edward Go) — Program Director and Chief Instructor at Pu’u Muay Thai Ventura — to talk about how training Muay Thai helps adults over 30, 40, and 50 reset their minds, build strength, and reconnect with their purpose. They explore: The connection between posture, confidence, ...
You’ve been training Muay Thai for months—maybe even a year or two—and it feels like you’re stuck. You’re showing up, putting in the work, but your progress has slowed down. In this episode, Jonathan Puu, host of the Pu’u Muay Thai Podcast, breaks down why that feeling happens and how to push through it. This episode explores the Dunning-Kruger effect—why your awareness may be growing faster than your skill—and how this illusion can make even good students doubt themselves. Jonathan shares pr...
If you’re over 35 and thinking about starting Muay Thai, you don’t need a closet full of gear — you just need the right equipment. In this episode of the Puʻu Muay Thai Podcast, Jonathan Puu breaks down the must-have gear for beginners and adults returning to training after years away. From gloves and shin guards to mouth guards and Muay Thai shorts, Jonathan explains what you actually need to train safely and comfortably — and what’s just marketing hype. Drawing on his 18+ years of experienc...
ver wonder why Muay Thai fighters always wear shorts and not MMA leggings or gym gear? It’s not about fashion—it’s about identity and respect. In this episode, Jonathan Puu, founder of Pu’u Muay Thai, breaks down the real reason Muay Thai shorts are so important in the West, and why every student should understand the meaning behind the uniform. From cultural roots in Thailand to building legitimacy for the sport in the U.S., this conversation dives deep into what makes Muay Thai unique. Jona...
In this episode of the Pu’u Muay Thai Podcast, host Jonathan Puu tackles one of the most controversial topics in the Muay Thai world: Semi-Contact Muay Thai. He breaks down what Semi-Contact events actually do right, how they can support grassroots growth, and why they’re not the magic bullet to making Muay Thai mainstream in the U.S. Drawing on his experience running the Eat Sleep Teep Semi-Contact Muay Thai Series, Jonathan exposes how some organizations mislead fighters into believing Semi...
In this episode of the Pu’u Muay Thai Podcast, Jonathan sits down with Eric Adams, owner and head coach of Teep City Muay Thai in Parker, Colorado — and a proud Pu’u Muay Thai Licensee. Eric shares his full journey from working at Pu’u Muay Thai Ventura during the pandemic to launching his own Muay Thai academy in Colorado. He opens up about the struggles of finding a space, dealing with landlords who said “no martial arts,” and how mentorship and structured systems helped him build a thrivin...
Thinking about searching “Muay Thai near me”? Before you walk into your first academy, there are a few key things you should know that could save you time, money, and even injuries. In this episode, Jonathan Puu breaks down: ✅ What to look for when you step into a Muay Thai gym for the first time ✅ Why environment and community matter more than you think ✅ How your very first class should be handled (and red flags to avoid) ✅ The importance of culture, tradition, and r...
Looking for a Muay Thai event near me? The EAT SLEEP TEEP Semi Contact Muay Thai Series is coming to Nashville, Tennessee on October 12th, 2025 at the Nashville Fairgrounds! This Muay Thai event is the perfect way for beginners, kids, teens, and adults to experience competition in a safe, semi-contact format. Unlike full-contact fights, the focus is on technique, skill, and control—making it the best way to test yourself or watch your students grow. In this episode of the Pu’u Muay Thai Podca...
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