You can't deny that sumo is made up of dynamic athletcism, hilarious falls, and sex appeal. This basho has it all! And so does this episode - pugs, dragonflies, the Mupper Movie, Dirty Dancing, and wishful injury recovery. We are officially cheering on the underdogs, celebrating the dominant wins, wondering why there are so many henkas, and discussing every mawashi slip. FYI This episode has adult content (and it's all based on a terrible translation). More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game: ...
Jan 18, 2023•1 hr
Our breakdown of some of the best sumo from days 1-3 of the January basho, 2023. More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast Check out our ever-changing Sumo Kaboom merch at Red Bubble: SumoKaboom.redbubble.com (https://www.redbubble.com/people/SumoKaboom/explore?page=1&sortOrder=recent) If you'd like to buy us...
Jan 11, 2023•35 min
There's a bit of cussing in this episode, so be aware if there are small ears around! For this episode of Sumo Kaboom, there are 3 distinct parts. BINGO and news. And BTW, the news is a bit dark this week. The history of 2 sets of brothers who fought in sumo at the same time. The banzuke! There's a lot to love in this most recent banzuke. Plus, joyful cussing! More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/ Faceboo...
Jan 04, 2023•53 min
For our final episode of 2022, we interviewed Iwatori-zeki, an retired pro sumo wrestler, and Lynn Matsuoka, artist and sumo commentator for 15 years at NHK. Wanna know what it is like to join sumo at age 13? Or, what it feels like to wrestle Chiyonofuji? This episode is right up your alley. Are you curious about how Lynn developed her style of sumo commentary? HINT: it involves cookies. Learn more about Lynn Matsuoka at www.lynnmatsuoka.com. BIG thank you to Lynn, Tora and Jesse for joining us ...
Dec 14, 2022•49 min
Incredible. Every basho in 2022 had a different winner. We look back at who won them and also remind ourselves of some of the other big stories from this year of sumo wrestling. Also, we have so many people to thank. Buckle up and enjoy the love fest. *** You can get a 10% discount at www.lynnmatsuoka.com through the end of December 2022 with the code "SUMO22" ***www.bigsumofan.com More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.c...
Dec 07, 2022•47 min
Safe to say that this basho left us feeling unsettled. But, tune in to the GOOD NEWS of our November sumo BINGO winners! We break down our favorite matches of days 11 through 15 and talk through that 3-way playoff. More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast Check out our ever-changing Sumo Kaboom merch at Red Bubb...
Nov 30, 2022•56 min
New names on the leader board. Older sumo standards still without a win. This basho is a bit wild, isn't it? More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast Check out our ever-changing Sumo Kaboom merch at Red Bubble: SumoKaboom.redbubble.com (https://www.redbubble.com/people/SumoKaboom/explore?page=1&sortOrder=rec...
Nov 23, 2022•1 hr 3 min
It's BACK! And we are HERE for it! Breaking down some of our favorite moments of the Kyushu 2022 basho so far, and we're only 3 days in. More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast Check out our ever-changing Sumo Kaboom merch at Red Bubble: SumoKaboom.redbubble.com (https://www.redbubble.com/people/SumoKaboom/expl...
Nov 16, 2022•35 min
Classic Sumo Kaboom style breakdowns of everything we could find about sumo wrestlers Atamifuji and Tobizaru. From their history and sumo style to what fan sites say about them! Who knows how true the info is on their fan sites, but it sure is entertaining. More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast Check out our ...
Nov 09, 2022•44 min
A chat with Murray Johnson. And, we asked YOUR questions. Murray Johnson was born and raised in Western Australia and has worked in many facets of broadcasting since 1975 and began working for NHK radio and television in 1991. News and sports are his main activities these days being the only horse racing/sumo commentator in the world. (from NHK World Grand Sumo page) More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/ ...
Nov 02, 2022•47 min
Spooky tales of cryptids, leeches, sumo, and salamanders. This one includes LOTS of talk about butts, so beware! For more on Cryptids of the Corn: Find them on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Telegram, and Patreon at Cryptids of the Corn. Do you have a story you would like to share, or would you like to be on the show? Message us through our social medias or email us at hardinbigfoot@gmail.com. As always, stay Magical. Cryptid sof the Corn Patron Checkout | Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/bePatron...
Oct 26, 2022•47 min
What does a celebration of welcome and a story about a riot have to do with sumo? Lots! Strangely, this even ties to the rock band Journey and dragon tattooed firefighters of feudal Japan. More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast Check out our ever-changing Sumo Kaboom merch at Red Bubble: SumoKaboom.redbubble.c...
Oct 19, 2022•36 min
Sumo tours and fan events! First, we talk about the history of jungyos (sumo tours), what they are, and how they work. Then we talk about the best videos that came from this week's Grand Sumo fan event in Tokyo. "Hard hitting news coverage" of Guiness Records, Old Maid games with wrestlers, ping pong, and karaoke. Plus, an extra special section on sumo jammies. More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/ Facebo...
Oct 12, 2022•50 min
Tamawashi won the last basho, so we take a closer look at his life and fighting style. Plus, did you know that there's another famous sumo baker out there? More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast Check out our ever-changing Sumo Kaboom merch at Red Bubble: SumoKaboom.redbubble.com (https://www.redbubble.com/peo...
Oct 05, 2022•38 min
Meet our latest BINGO winners, and hear our breakdown of the last few days of the basho. We discuss everything from track suits to who we'd want to hire as a bouncer outside our club, Leslie's Bumble dates, the secret to sumo longevity, emotional sumo matches, who we'd want to hot tub with, Paul McCartney, and yes, the sumo, too! More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Sumo...
Sep 27, 2022•57 min
Professional sumo time! It's day 4-10 of the Aki basho, 2022, and we are LOVING the leader board. Unusual and oh so exciting! More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast Check out our ever-changing Sumo Kaboom merch at Red Bubble: SumoKaboom.redbubble.com (https://www.redbubble.com/people/SumoKaboom/explore?page=1&...
Sep 21, 2022•53 min
Breaking down days 1-3 of the September sumo tournament for you. Who we are loving. Who is surprising us. Who we love to watch lose. Along with discussion about old cartoons, movies, and more. More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast Check out our ever-changing Sumo Kaboom merch at Red Bubble: SumoKaboom.redbubb...
Sep 14, 2022•48 min
We searched high and low for stories of two wrestlers this week - Mitoryu from Mongolia and Kotonowaka from Japan. Guess which wrestler was really good at speed skating? For more strange tidbits, listen in. More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast Check out our ever-changing Sumo Kaboom merch at Red Bubble: Sumo...
Sep 07, 2022•35 min
First, there is sumo news to share about Keisei, Kakuryu, and the next tournament. Then we focus on Hiradoumi (a new guy in the top ranks) and Chiyotairyu (not a new guy in the top ranks). They have surprisingly different stories even though they both starting sumo training in their elementary years. Guess which one has the nickname "Getz." Oops. We talk a lot about how Hiradoumi is only 5'8" in this episode, but he's 5.8 feet, which means he's 5'10"ish. Geez. Centimeter conversions are hard. 0 ...
Aug 31, 2022•40 min
Games! Games! Bring on the games! Several rounds of sumo-related trivia await you today - each round getting a little bit tougher. See how well you do, and let us know if you enjoy playing! More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast Check out our ever-changing Sumo Kaboom merch at Red Bubble: SumoKaboom.redbubble....
Aug 24, 2022•45 min
If you are curious about Ash Warren and his book The Way of Salt, Sumo and the Culture of Japan, this is the episode for you! In The Way of Salt, Ash Warren takes us on an exploration of Japanese society and history as seen through the lens of sumo. Ash Warren is an author, teacher, and translator who has lectured and written about Japanese culture for decades and has a teaching license in the Japanese Tea Ceremony. Ash, who has lived in Japan since 1992, currently resides with his family in Tok...
Aug 17, 2022•53 min
Who is that tall man in the black robes who looks like he's from Eastern Europe? That's Naruto, formerly known as Kotooshu. And who is Gagamaru. Didn't he just retire? More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast Check out our ever-changing Sumo Kaboom merch at Red Bubble: SumoKaboom.redbubble.com (https://www.redbu...
Aug 10, 2022•40 min
Leslie tries to answer the question... WHY are there so many sumo wrestlers from Eastern Europe? And, Laurie takes a dive into the Tochinoshin pool. Who is he? What are his hobbies? And, why is he such a fan favorite? More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast Check out our ever-changing Sumo Kaboom merch at Red B...
Aug 03, 2022•49 min
Who won the sumo BINGO game? And, who won the Nagoya 2022 Sumo Tournament in Japan? All our thoughts and hopes and dreams and surprises are here for you! More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast Check out our ever-changing Sumo Kaboom merch at Red Bubble: SumoKaboom.redbubble.com (https://www.redbubble.com/peopl...
Jul 27, 2022•57 min
Breaking down the sumo and loving every minute of it. Hoping that Covid won't take every stable out of this competition. More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast Check out our ever-changing Sumo Kaboom merch at Red Bubble: SumoKaboom.redbubble.com If you'd like to buy us a mawashi or support us monthly, you can ...
Jul 20, 2022•52 min
Wanna know more about the newest guy to the top division? Nishikifuji. We have the skinny. Also, we are joined by Mak from the Grand Sumo Breakdown and together we break down our favorite moments from days 1-3 of the July basho. More about the Grand Sumo Breakdown Podcast: https://grandsumobreakdown.libsyn.com https://www.facebook.com/GSumoBreakdown/ https://twitter.com/gsumobreakdown More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagra...
Jul 13, 2022•1 hr 4 min
Ten minutes of sumo and BINGO news. 15 minutes of banzuke review. 30 minutes of The World Games. This week features the voices of 4 athletes going to the World Games - Trent Sabo, Eros Armstrong, Angel and Gilberto Delatorre. Good luck to all the World Games athletes! More about Sumo Kaboom: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast Check out our ever-cha...
Jul 06, 2022•55 min
Sumo Kaboom interviews Lynn Matsuoka - reportage artist, sumo commentator, and so much more - who spent over 40 years in Japan during the golden age of sumo and has artwork to show and stories to tell about wrestlers we know and love. We were fascinated by her! So fascinated that we never even got to the subject of sumo commentating, so another interview is in order! To see her art, check out her website and watch the full interview on our Youtube channel. To take advantage of Lynn's GENEROUS pr...
Jun 29, 2022•57 min
We receive many questions about gyoji, and though we can't answer them all, we do finally have a description of gyoji training for you. Learn about why gyoji look the way they do, and listen to the story of our highest ranked gyoji today. Along the way, we discuss tassels, yoyos, semaphore, written reports, and the big wide world of refereeing sumo. Just what are they yelling out there? Why do they dress like that? Who's THAT guy? What's his story? What happens if they make a wrong call? We've g...
Jun 22, 2022•51 min
Remember Asanoyama? If not, we'll remind you, because he should be back soon. Also, the 1st Annual Cowboy Cup takes off and we give you a taste of the event. We edited together interviews from several wrestlers at the event. Enjoy! Featuring the voices of Tom Zabel, JJ Jones, Jared Tadlock, Christina Jones, Kamal Basira, Nicole Burgess, Siggie Sauer, Kyle Fettirer, Bruce Henderson, Jake from the Grand Sumo Breakdown. More about Sumo Kaboom: www.sumokaboom.com Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https:...
Jun 15, 2022•45 min
