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Kinboshi Sumo

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Sumo
Kirishima
Onosato
Hoshoryu
Aonishiki
Japan Sumo Association
Onosato, Fujinokawa, Nishikifuji
Asahifuji
SUMA
Wakatakakage
Atamifuji
Kotoshoho
Injuries
Fuji No Kawa
Kotozakura
Yusho
ONE Championship
NFL Combine
Judo
Women's Sumo

Sumo commentary every other Sunday, come hang out!

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Latest Episodes

Just a quick reaction to the banzuke! I've got a half dozen guys whose current banzuke stock intrigues me! Who are you buying high or low and selling high or low on?

The 2026 Sumo World Championships are behind us and a new era begins for the International Sumo Federation as former Yokozuna Hakuho steps in to lead the organization! I've got some thoughts, and wanted to bring Kellyann Ball's voice back into the co... more

Quick solo podcast for you today! Hoshoryu is back on tour and training. So is Wakatakakage as he prepares for a return. Will both he and Yokozuna be back in November? Also, I dig into the next rising giant Asahifuji who will officially make his seki... more

We're 1 week on from the September basho and Yokozuna Onosato is once again king of the mountain! Sean is back to discuss whether we think he can sustain it and is truly back, or will recede again into injury riddled obscurity. We also discuss the fa... more

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Recent Guests

Brett Brendel
Fighter and coach perspective guest
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Episode: July Review with Brett Brendel: Aonishiki. IS. Back.
Kellyann Ball
Top US women's sumo competitor and coach
US Sumo Federation / US women's sumo
Episode: Kellyann Ball: Women's and International Sumo

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Sean
Host focused on sumo commentary and analysis, often driving the core conversations.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • Informative and entertaining

    I appreciate the good humor and information about this great sport brought forth by a throughly enjoyable host. Looking forward to following through each basho together.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kisstodian
    United States6 months ago
  • Thanks for the context

    I think you guys strike the right tone - somewhere between serious nerd analysis and casual banter. I appreciate the context you provide for each tournament!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Catsaver6
    United States2 years ago

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Thoughtful discussions that mix nerd analysis with accessible insights.
Great context for each tournament; context is a strength.
Informative and entertaining—great balance of humor and depth.

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September Injury Report
Q: What is the typical prognosis after an MCL repair in a high-level sumo athlete?
The guest explains that rehab usually starts with very low-stress activities like isometrics and gradual strengthening, with full return to gym work possibly around six weeks to a couple of months, depending on healing and surgeon guidance. The emphasis is on protecting the ligament while rebuilding muscle support and avoiding high-impact loads early on.
Isegahama Verdict: How Do You Grow Past Violence?
Q: What is intergenerational trauma, and how does it relate to the patterns seen in sumo stables like Isegahama?
Donny explains intergenerational trauma as the transmission of trauma effects across generations and within institutional cultures, showing how violence can be normalized and perpetuated in hierarchical groups such as sumo stables.
Isegahama Verdict: How Do You Grow Past Violence?
Q: Could you give us a little introduction to yourself here, and then we'll bridge into how and why we're going to cover this?
Donny describes his background as a psychologist who specializes in trauma and PTSD and his work with veterans, setting the stage for applying trauma theory to the sumo context.
Sumo and the NFL Combine
Q: What is the NFL Combine and why does it matter in evaluating players?
The NFL Combine gathers top prospects to run standardized drills, get measured, and showcase attributes that affect draft stock; teams rely on these metrics to decide who to select and how to project fit and future value.
Banzuke Eve and the Fighter's Mentality with Brett Brendel
Q: What is your combat-sports history and how did you transition to Sumo coaching?
I had a traditional martial arts background, served in the military, fought MMA with an undefeated amateur record, then shifted into coaching while staying involved in combat sports; my MMA experience informs a broader coaching perspective that applies to Sumo through cross-training and injury management.

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A lively, data-informed show that covers the ins and outs of sumo—from athlete well-being and injuries to rankings, coaching philosophy, and the sport's evolving ecosystem. Episodes blend technical analysis with personal anecdotes, guest perspectives from athletes and coaches, and cross-cultural growth stories (including international outreach and grassroots development). It stands out for its actionable takeaways on training, injury management, and stable dynamics, plus a willingness to critique governance and explore reform ideas that could shape the sport's future. Listeners are likely enthusiasts who want practical insights for athletes, clubs, or brands aiming to engage with sumo's community and high-level discourse.

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1. Hakkeyoi - Let’s Learn Sumo
2. Basho Simplified: A Sumo Discussion
3. Sumo Mainichi
4. Sumo Kaboom
5. Grand Sumo Breakdown

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