Mimi the Tiger & Muay Thai Legends: Behind the Scenes at Fairtex | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 196
Description
In this special episode recorded at Teep Studios in Scottsdale, AZ, host Jonathan Puu is joined by Muay Thai legends John Crane and Bob Karmel, two Americans with deep roots at the iconic Fairtex Bangplee camp in Thailand during the 1990s.
We dive into:
- What it was like to be among the first Americans training full-time at Fairtex Thailand
- The wild story of Mr. Wong’s pet tiger, “Mimi,” that lunged at fighters during their morning runs 🐅
- The culture shock, intense training regimens, and bonds formed in one of Muay Thai’s golden eras
- How Muay Thai has evolved since those early days—and what’s stayed true to its roots
This episode is a rare glimpse into the heart of traditional Thai training culture and the unforgettable experiences that shaped two pioneers of American Muay Thai.
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