Rephonic
Artwork for The Muay Thai Podcast

The Muay Thai Podcast

Matt Lucas
Muay Thai
Thailand
RWS
Fairtex
One Championship
Fighting Experience
Max Muay Thai
Health and Fitness
Financial Investment
Promotion
Covid-19
WBC Muay Thai
Coalition Muay Thai
Ticket Sales
Matchmaking
WBC
WBC Tournament
USA
Business Plan
Betting

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.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes100Founded7 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
Sports

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for The Muay Thai Podcast

Latest Episodes

Mark Pease has been building world champions in Australian Muay Thai since 1988. As head coach and promoter at Strikeforce Muay Thai on the Gold Coast, he's produced over a dozen world title holders including Chad Collins, who recently fought for the... more

YouTube

Oli Jenkins is a British trainer based in Bangkok, working out of Silk Muay Thai. It is one of the most competitive Muay Thai gyms in the country. I n this conversation, we get into the reality of what it means to corner fighters at the highest level... more

YouTube

Why does a champion still need strength and conditioning? In this episode, Leroy breaks down the real purpose of S&C in Muay Thai and why it's not about replacing skill work, but supporting it.

0:00 Why Does Tawanchai Need Strength And Conditioning... more

YouTube

Muay Thai is more than fighting. It's history. Culture. Business. Politics. Opportunity.

In this 3-hour deep dive, I break down everything you need to understand about Muay Thai whether you're a fighter, coach, gym owner, or someone who simply want... more

YouTube

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

Recent Guests

Oli Jenkins
Muay Thai coach featured in the episode
Silk (Gym)
Episode: 2 Losses 0 Excuses: Oli Jenkins on Muay Thai Coaching at the Highest Level
Max Cruz
Muay Thai fighter with experience in Thailand and Cambodia.
Episode: Max Cruz: Phuket Muay Thai, International Fights & Making 130K in Cambodia - The Muay Thai Podcast
Julio Lobo
Professional Muay Thai fighter and trainer
Phuket Fight Club
Episode: From Brazil to Thailand: Julio Lobo's Journey Through Muay Thai - The Muay Thai Podcast
Jennana Johnson
Muay Thai promoter and trainer in Malaysia, founder of Rentap Fighting Championship.
Rentap Fighting Championship
Episode: Building Champions: How Jennana Johnson is Transforming Muay Thai in Malaysia: The Muay Thai Podcast
Nongam Fairtex
Professional Muay Thai fighter and athlete
ONE Championship
Episode: Nongam Fairtex: From Fighting In A Temple To Fighting On ONE Lumpinee

Host

Matt Lucas
Host of The Muay Thai Podcast; longtime Thailand insider and journalist with hands-on experience in coaching, fighting, and media coverage.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • New fan

    Just bought your book off Amazon. Excited to read it! I’m moving to Thailand soon. 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DBV408
    United States5 years ago
  • Eye opening quality

    Matt does a great job bringing light to the current state of Muay Thai as well as the economics of the sport around the world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mike Mansilla
    United States5 years ago
  • Opportunity to Learn More about Muay Thai

    Matt Lucas has been living, fighting and working in Thailand for many year. He has a deep knowledge of Muay Thai. In these podcasts he interviews influencers from all aspects of the sport. He is a mine of information and very well connected. If you want to find out more about Muay Thai, this is the place to look. His book On Fighting in Thailand is also a must for any aspiring fighter coming to Thailand with a view to fighting in the motherland of the sport.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LynneSumalee
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Perspective

    Matt brings great information to the table for Westerners, particularly Americans, to get a feel for how things are in Thailand, as not that many Americans seem to make the Journey. I think Matt’s information will be helpful for people to make that commitment to go to Thailand. Keep up the great work, Matt!🙏🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Muaythai50
    United States5 years ago
  • Highly recommend!!!

    Matt is a pure aficionado on muaythai and really fun to listen to!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    spacecase1234567890-
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Great guest diversity and deep-dive questions that pull back the curtain on the sport.
Excellent coverage of the business and culture around Muay Thai.
Insider-level, practical insight into Muay Thai career building.

Top Sports Podcasts

Pardon My Take
Pardon My TakeBarstool Sports
DOUBL3 COVERAGE PODCAST
DOUBL3 COVERAGE PODCASTN3on & Mystic Zach
Collector Nation
Collector NationCollector Nation
Spittin Chiclets
Spittin ChicletsBarstool Sports
The Dan Patrick Show
The Dan Patrick ShowiHeartPodcasts and Dan Patrick Podcast Network

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

2 Losses 0 Excuses: Oli Jenkins on Muay Thai Coaching at the Highest Level
Q: What does it take to succeed as a foreign trainer in Thailand?
He emphasizes moving beyond just technique to understand defense, psychology, stable income streams, visa/work permit realities, and the need to balance coaching high-level fighters with broader, sustainable work.
2 Losses 0 Excuses: Oli Jenkins on Muay Thai Coaching at the Highest Level
Q: How did you start your career as a trainer?
Oli explains how he moved from pad-holding and assisting at Sit Mon Chai to coaching, the importance of seizing opportunities, and how willingness to learn and take on varied roles helped him build a coaching career in Thailand.
Muay Thai Isn't About Going Viral It's About Lasting - The Muay Thai Podcast
Q: What advice would you give to someone that wants to get a sustainable career in the sport?
Document a lot, put in reps, and don't be afraid of doing free work.
From Brazil to Thailand: Julio Lobo's Journey Through Muay Thai - The Muay Thai Podcast
Q: What makes people able to stay in Thailand and fight?
It's about the mental aspect and fighting regularly to stay financially stable.
From Brazil to Thailand: Julio Lobo's Journey Through Muay Thai - The Muay Thai Podcast
Q: What is one piece of advice for new fighters?
You have to really love the sport and train hard like the fighters you look up to.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About The Muay Thai Podcast

What is The Muay Thai Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A deep-dive look at Muay Thai from inside the sport's ecosystem—coaching, fighting, promotions, and the business side of building a career. Episodes emphasize practical coaching insights, strength and conditioning, historical context, and the realities of living and training in Thailand, with conversations that pull back the curtain on gym life, fight strategy, sponsorships, and media influence. The show stands out for its insider perspective, global view of promotions, and a hands-on approach to topics that matter to fighters, coaches, photographers, and promoters alike.

Noteworthy is the mix of guests from coaches and fighters to promoters and industry professionals, offering a well-rounded picture of Muay Thai as both sport and liveliho... more

Where can I find podcast stats for The Muay Thai Podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for The Muay Thai Podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to The Muay Thai Podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does The Muay Thai Podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for The Muay Thai Podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for The Muay Thai Podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for The Muay Thai Podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does The Muay Thai Podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers The Muay Thai Podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to The Muay Thai Podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with The Muay Thai Podcast:

1. Puu Muay Thai Podcast
2. Heatrick Heavy Hitters – Muay Thai Performance
3. BJJ Mental Models
4. The Joe Rogan Experience
5. Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar

How many episodes of The Muay Thai Podcast are there?

The Muay Thai Podcast launched 7 years ago and published 100 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact The Muay Thai Podcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for The Muay Thai Podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for The Muay Thai Podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for The Muay Thai Podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of The Muay Thai Podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on The Muay Thai Podcast?

Recent guests on The Muay Thai Podcast include:

1. Oli Jenkins
2. Max Cruz
3. Julio Lobo
4. Jennana Johnson
5. Nongam Fairtex

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days