Pu‘u Muay Thai Training & Muay Thai Podcast
Hosted by Jonathan Puu
A Muay Thai coach's podcast exploring the sport's culture, training, and business through fighter interviews and expert roundtable discussions.
A practitioner's podcast for those inside the world of Muay Thai. The show moves between long-form interviews tracing a guest's career from their first gym to the present, and topical roundtable discussions on the sport's global economics, politics, and scoring. Host Jonathan Puu uses his own multi-faceted career as a coach, official, and gym owner to inform conversations that go far beyond simple fight analysis.
“The show's key differentiator is its blend of formats, particularly the 'Global Muay Thai Roundtable' which brings together commentators and coaches from different continents to debate the sport's trajectory. The host's perspective as an American coach and official provides a specific lens on the challenges and growth of Muay Thai in the U.S.”
Who hosts this show
Hosted by Jonathan Puu, a former pro fighter, veteran coach, promoter, and professional Muay Thai ring official. The podcast is an extension of his Pu'u Muay Thai academy in Ventura, California, which he founded in 2014. Jonathan brings nearly two decades of experience to conversations with fighters, coaches, and promoters, covering the sport from the gym floor to the global stage.
Credentials & credits
- Founder & Owner, Pu'u Muay Thai Academy
- Former Professional Muay Thai Fighter
- Veteran Muay Thai Coach
- Professional Muay Thai Ring Official (WBC Muay Thai)
- Podcast Host
- Promoter
Other ventures
- Pu'u Muay Thai Academy (Ventura & Santa Barbara)
- PMT Lifestyle (Merchandise brand)
- The Black Room (Subscription community)
- Teep Studios (Podcast studio in Scottsdale, AZ)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01
- 02Muay Thai is about growth, not just fighting. #shortsJun 27, 2026 · 16s
- 03Global Muay Thai Roundtable: developing youth athletes #shortsJun 26, 2026 · 36s
- 04
- 05
- 06
- 07
- 08The Hidden Team Behind Every Muay Thai Fighter | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 243Jun 12, 2026 · 14 min
Notable episodes
- 01Is Muay Thai Actually Growing? ft. Joe Comerford & Jason Bryant | Global Muay Thai Roundtable #1
The inaugural episode of the 'Global Muay Thai Roundtable' format, debating the sport's Olympic potential and the true state of its growth worldwide.
- 02Building Warrior Family Gym: Alex Anoushian's Muay Thai Story
A prime example of the show's deep-dive interview style, tracing a coach's journey from early training to living and fighting in Thailand.
- 03Global Muay Thai Roundtable #2: RWS 200, Muay Thai News & More
Notable for its detailed breakdown of the economics of Muay Thai in Thailand, including the essential and controversial role of stadium gambling.
What you'll be asked on this show
Jonathan Puu's interview style is chronological and built on insider knowledge. He typically opens by establishing a guest's current situation before rewinding to their origin story with questions like "How did you get started in Muay Thai?". He demonstrates deep familiarity with the scene, using specific names of people ("Was Nokweed there at that time?") and places to prompt detailed memories. This approach builds rapport, positioning the conversation as a peer-to-peer discussion rather than a standard interview, and allows him to trace a guest's entire career arc.
The podcast alternates between solo commentary, one-on-one interviews, and a multi-host roundtable format. Jonathan Puu acts as both a host and an active participant, often sharing his own experiences to build rapport and provide context. Episodes are recorded at Teep Studios in Scottsdale, AZ, and on-location.
Questions Jonathan Puu keeps coming back to
10 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when Jonathan Puu reaches for it.
origin
4- Q.01
“How did you get started in Muay Thai?”
This is his standard opening move in interviews to begin the guest's chronological origin story.
- Q.02
“Did you have any aspirations to fight or compete when you started?”
He asks this early on to understand a guest's initial motivations and mindset.
- Q.03
“What year did you go to Thailand?”
A key question to anchor the timeline of a guest's journey and their first immersion experience.
- Q.04
“Where did you start training at?”
A follow-up to the origin question, seeking specifics about a guest's first gym and coaches.
process
1- Q.01
“What happened when you got hooked up at [specific] camp?”
Used to elicit detailed stories about a guest's formative training experiences in Thailand.
personal
1- Q.01
“How'd you even know about [famous fighter] back then?”
This question explores a guest's influences and the pre-internet era of fight fandom.
craft
1- Q.01
“How many smokers did you do?”
He asks this to quantify a guest's early, unofficial fight experience in the American scene.
future
1- Q.01
“What are your thoughts on Muay Thai going to the Olympics?”
A recurring topic in roundtable discussions to gauge opinions on the sport's future and potential dilution.
industry
1- Q.01
“Is Muay Thai actually growing, or are we in our own algorithmic bubbles?”
A central question in roundtable chats that challenges assumptions about the sport's global health.
controversy
1- Q.01
“What's the biggest story in Muay Thai that people outside our bubble aren't talking about?”
The opening question for roundtable discussions to surface insider topics and set the agenda.
Signature segments
- · Global Muay Thai Roundtable
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are established figures from the Muay Thai community, including fellow coaches, active and former fighters, commentators, and gym owners. The show books individuals with deep histories and specific expertise in the sport.
- Alex Anuchianon Building Warrior Family Gym: Alex Anoushian's Muay Thai Story | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 244
- Joe Comerfordon Global Muay Thai Roundtable #2: RWS 200, Muay Thai News & More | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 245
- Jason Bryanton Global Muay Thai Roundtable #2: RWS 200, Muay Thai News & More | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 245
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast is primarily supported by in-house ventures: PMT Lifestyle, a merchandise line, and The Black Room, a paid subscription service offering behind-the-scenes content. This suggests a focus on direct audience monetization rather than external ad revenue.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
Pitch Jonathan Puu
People also ask
- What is the host's name and background?
- The host is Jonathan Puu, a former pro fighter, coach, gym owner (Pu'u Muay Thai), and professional ring official with nearly two decades in the sport.
- Is the podcast still active?
- Yes, the podcast releases episodes frequently, including multiple episodes per week at times.
- What is the format of the show?
- The show uses multiple formats, including one-on-one interviews with figures from the Muay Thai world, solo commentary episodes, and a 'Global Muay Thai Roundtable' with co-hosts from different countries.
- Where is the host's gym located?
- Pu'u Muay Thai academy is located in Ventura, California.
- How can I support the podcast?
- You can support the podcast by joining 'The Black Room,' a subscription-based community, or by purchasing merchandise from PMT Lifestyle.
- Who is this podcast for?
- It's best for serious Muay Thai practitioners, coaches, and dedicated fans interested in the culture, business, and history of the sport beyond the fights themselves.
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- [01]Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Official Sitepodcast.puumuaythai.com
- [02]Meet Jonathan Puu of Pu'u Muay Thai Venturavoyagela.com
- [03]Pu'u Muay Thai Ventura Official Sitemuaythaiventura.com
- [04]Puu Muay Thai Podcast on Buzzsproutbuzzsprout.com
- [05]Pu'u Muay Thai on YouTubeyoutube.com
- [06]Jonathan Puu Fighter Profilemxmma.wordpress.com
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