The Muay Thai Podcast

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Stories. Fighters. Muay Thai. Hosted by Matt Lucas, longtime Thailand insider and journalist, this podcast dives deep into the fight game — from behind-the-scenes gym life to building a career in the ring. Interviews with top fighters, coaches, and promoters. Sharp takes on scoring, strategy, and what it actually takes to make it in Muay Thai. New episodes every week.

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Episodes

IFMA: Michael Chase Corley

In this episode I talk to USMF (United States Muay Thai Federation) President Michael Chase Corley who just came back from the most successful World Championship games to date. The team picked up 6 medals at the IFMA (International Federation of Muay Thai Associations) tournament. Make Stronger Fighters Make Stronger People

Aug 02, 2019•21 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Sponsorship: Equipment - Andrew Aylen of Infightstyle

In this episode founder of popular equipment company Infightstyle, Andrew Aylen, comes to talk about Sponsorship. We go over what athletes give and get for their sponsorships, the talent that gets chosen for the relationship and the development of his brick and mortar shop in Bangkok at FA Group gym. The company is growing rapidly and recently inked a deal with Reebok. In our pick a fight we discuss the upcoming bout between Petchmorrakot Petchyindee and Giorgio Petroysan on ONE Championship Jul...

Jul 10, 2019•51 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Sponsorship: The Athlete

In this episode of On Fighting in Thailand pro Muay Thai fighter Yolanda Schmidt comes to talk about sponsorship. This rarely discussed topic is pivotal for aiding fighters in their careers. Having obtained 4 sponsorships over the course of her career she talks about how she obtained, retains, and what she gets and gives for her sponsors. Also on the episode Yolanda and I talk about the upcoming Stamp Fairtex vs Alma Juniku fight. This is part 1 of 4 in a series on sponsorship. Note: After the i...

Jun 12, 2019•47 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Muay Thai in Isaan

In the 2nd episode of On Fighting in Thailand, Isaan is looked at. The rural north east region of Thailand is the heart of Muay Thai in the country. Host Matt Lucas got to talk with gym owner, journalist and former pro Muay Thai fighter Frances Watthanaya. The owner of Wor Watthanay gym in Phutthaisong is a veteran of over 40 fights, the majority in Thailand. She now runs and operates the gym which hosts a slew of young fighters. Listen as we discuss -Wages in the sport and in the region -Side b...

May 29, 2019•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 2

On Fighting In Thailand

The first episode of On Fighting In Thailand goes over the basics: Matt Lucas' background, Purse size in Thailand, and 'Pick A Fight' - The ONE Championship tournament.

May 15, 2019•25 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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