Puu Muay Thai Podcast

If You Only Listened to Clips, You Missed the Point | Pu’u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 222

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 covered include: * Why clips alone don’t represent Muay Thai culture or leadership * Global podcast reach and listener data from the USA, Australia, Thailand, Europe, and beyond * The most impactful 2025 episodes and why they resonated * Inside the Pu’u Muay Thai academy ecosystem and staff development * The evolution of the podcast studio and the Black Room at Teep Studios * Real conversations about gym ownership, amateur competition, and standards * Training camps in Thailand, international collaborations, and cultural responsibility * Why Muay Thai needs better operators, not louder influencers This episode ties together the podcast, the gym, the staff, the students, and the global Muay Thai community — and sets the tone for what’s coming in 2026. If you only listened to clips, you missed the point. Support the show [https://tribe.puumuaythai.com/communities/groups/blackroom/private-group] Leave a message or text us 24/7/365! +1-805-456-3316 [tel:+18054563316] 💬 What Do You Think? Join the Discussion! 📩 DM us on Instagram: @muaythaipodcast [https://www.instagram.com/muaythaipodcast] 💥 Join the Black Room VIP Community [https://tribe.puumuaythai.com/communities/groups/black-room-at-teep-studios/private-group] to talk more about this topic! 📺 WATCH & LISTEN NOW: Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & More! 👊 Train hard, stay sharp, and keep the Muay Thai spirit alive. See you next time!

How the US Muay Thai Open Is Changing Amateur Muay Thai in the USA | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 221

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 country * The purpose and structure of D-Class and C-Class competition * Why semi-contact still counts as real experience * Developing fighters, coaches, referees, and gyms through competition * The realities of promoting Muay Thai events and selling tickets * Why team culture, rankings, and accountability matter * The challenges facing pro Muay Thai in the U.S. * How tournaments help legitimize gyms and grow the sport nationwide This episode is a must-listen for fighters, coaches, gym owners, promoters, and anyone serious about Muay Thai in the United States. Learn more about the US Muay Thai Open at usmuaythaiopen.com and follow them on Instagram @usmuaythaiopen [https://www.instagram.com/usmuaythaiopen]. Support the show [https://tribe.puumuaythai.com/communities/groups/blackroom/private-group] Leave a message or text us 24/7/365! +1-805-456-3316 [tel:+18054563316] 💬 What Do You Think? Join the Discussion! 📩 DM us on Instagram: @muaythaipodcast [https://www.instagram.com/muaythaipodcast] 💥 Join the Black Room VIP Community [https://tribe.puumuaythai.com/communities/groups/black-room-at-teep-studios/private-group] to talk more about this topic! 📺 WATCH & LISTEN NOW: Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & More! 👊 Train hard, stay sharp, and keep the Muay Thai spirit alive. See you next time!

Paul Reavlin of Revgear on the Muay Thai Industry | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 220

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 Follow Paul: https://www.instagram.com/paulreavlin/ Support the show [https://tribe.puumuaythai.com/communities/groups/blackroom/private-group] Leave a message or text us 24/7/365! +1-805-456-3316 [tel:+18054563316] 💬 What Do You Think? Join the Discussion! 📩 DM us on Instagram: @muaythaipodcast [https://www.instagram.com/muaythaipodcast] 💥 Join the Black Room VIP Community [https://tribe.puumuaythai.com/communities/groups/black-room-at-teep-studios/private-group] to talk more about this topic! 📺 WATCH & LISTEN NOW: Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & More! 👊 Train hard, stay sharp, and keep the Muay Thai spirit alive. See you next time!

Instructor Roundtable with Kru Ed and Coach Vinnie | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 219

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 spar * The biggest beginner mistakes (and the mindsets that ruin progress) * How instructors coach kids, teens, and adults differently * The explosion of new students and the energy shift in the academy * What parents should never say before a competition * Behind-the-scenes coaching meetings and how the team develops students * Tips for staying calm before competition and managing Muay Thai anxiety * Hygiene, gear, glove size, hand wraps, and beginner FAQs * How assistant instructors balance teaching, competing, and training Whether you train Muay Thai, want to compete, or simply want to understand what makes Pu’u Muay Thai’s culture special, this episode gives a rare look behind the scenes at what it takes to build a thriving martial arts academy. Follow the team on Instagram:  • Kru Ed: @edwardgogo [https://instagram.com/edwardgo.pmt] • Coach Vinnie: he still hasn't made it! Support the show [https://tribe.puumuaythai.com/communities/groups/blackroom/private-group] Leave a message or text us 24/7/365! +1-805-456-3316 [tel:+18054563316] 💬 What Do You Think? Join the Discussion! 📩 DM us on Instagram: @muaythaipodcast [https://www.instagram.com/muaythaipodcast] 💥 Join the Black Room VIP Community [https://tribe.puumuaythai.com/communities/groups/black-room-at-teep-studios/private-group] to talk more about this topic! 📺 WATCH & LISTEN NOW: Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & More! 👊 Train hard, stay sharp, and keep the Muay Thai spirit alive. See you next time!

Inside Pu’u Muay Thai: Coach Vinnie’s Journey from Competitor to Leader | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 218

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  • Preparing students for their first competition  • The importance of private lessons, fundamentals, and consistent training  • What success in Muay Thai really means beyond winning and losing Whether you're a beginner, aspiring competitor, or someone who wants to understand the culture of Pu’u Muay Thai, this episode delivers insights, motivation, and authentic stories from inside the academy. Follow Vinnie on Instagram: @vinniechew.pmt Support the show [https://tribe.puumuaythai.com/communities/groups/blackroom/private-group] Leave a message or text us 24/7/365! +1-805-456-3316 [tel:+18054563316] 💬 What Do You Think? Join the Discussion! 📩 DM us on Instagram: @muaythaipodcast [https://www.instagram.com/muaythaipodcast] 💥 Join the Black Room VIP Community [https://tribe.puumuaythai.com/communities/groups/black-room-at-teep-studios/private-group] to talk more about this topic! 📺 WATCH & LISTEN NOW: Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & More! 👊 Train hard, stay sharp, and keep the Muay Thai spirit alive. See you next time!