In Episode 247 of the Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast, Jonathan Puu sits down in person at Teep Studios with Arm, creator of Muay Thai Testament, one of the leading English-language sources covering Muay Thai news, Rajadamnern Stadium, and the fight scene in Thailand.

Arm joins the podcast while touring the United States alongside Petchsila, the reigning Rajadamnern World Series (RWS) Champion, as they travel across the country conducting seminars and sharing authentic Muay Thai with American gyms.

Together, Jonathan and Arm discuss:

• How Muay Thai Testament grew into one of the biggest English-language Muay Thai media platforms
• The current state of Muay Thai in Thailand
• RWS, Rajadamnern Stadium, and the evolution of entertainment Muay Thai
• The controversy surrounding youth fighting in Thailand
• Gambling, scoring, and how Thai stadium culture is changing
• Why foreign fans often misunderstand traditional Muay Thai
• Social media's impact on fighters and promotions
• Why now is one of the best times for international fighters to pursue opportunities in Thailand
• How Thailand is opening its doors to the global Muay Thai community

If you've ever wondered what's really happening inside Thailand's Muay Thai scene—from the stadiums to the gyms to the people shaping the sport—this episode offers an insider's perspective from someone living it every day.

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Petchsila is the current Rajadamnern World Series (RWS) Champion and is touring the United States conducting seminars and helping grow authentic Muay Thai internationally.

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In Episode 246 of the Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast, Jonathan Puu shares why his reasons for traveling to Thailand have completely changed after nearly two decades in Muay Thai.

When he first visited Thailand at 18 years old (Now 37), the goal was simple: become a better fighter. Learn better kicks, elbows, clinch work, and experience Muay Thai from its birthplace.

Today, the mission is different.

Rather than searching for secret techniques, Jonathan explains why he now travels to Thailand to observe the evolution of Muay Thai itself—from gyms and trainers to stadiums, promotions, recovery methods, and the changing culture surrounding the sport.

In this episode, Jonathan discusses:

• Why he no longer travels to Thailand just to improve technique
• How Muay Thai has evolved over the past two decades
• What has changed at Rajadamnern and Lumpinee Stadiums
• Why observing culture is just as important as learning techniques
• The shift in recovery and training philosophies in Thailand
• Women's growing role in Thailand's biggest stadiums
• Why staying connected to Thailand helps coaches and gym owners grow
• What he'll be watching during his upcoming trip—and why it matters for the future of Muay Thai

Whether you've trained in Thailand multiple times or dream of making your first trip, this episode offers a different perspective on why Thailand remains the heart of Muay Thai and why understanding its evolution matters for practitioners around the world.

Because the longer Jonathan has trained, the less he's gone looking for techniques—and the more he's gone looking for understanding.

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The Global Muay Thai Roundtable returns for Episode 245 of the Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast.

Jonathan Puu (USA) is joined once again by RWS commentator Joe Comerford (Australia/Thailand) and coach, commentator, and Shout Out Podcast host Jay Bryant (Canada) for another in-depth discussion on the biggest stories shaping Muay Thai around the world.

This month's conversation covers the landmark RWS 200 event, the continued evolution of Rajadamnern World Series, the economics of Muay Thai in Thailand, gambling's historical role in the sport, and why modern promotions are changing the future of Muay Thai.

The panel also discusses:

• RWS 200 preview and the biggest fights on the card
• The growth of Rajadamnern World Series
• Gambling, ticket sales, and the business of Muay Thai in Thailand
• The proposed restrictions on youth fighting in Thailand
• Women's Muay Thai reaching new heights worldwide
• Muay Thai pathways for international fighters
• Transgender athletes in combat sports
• New Muay Thai stadium developments in the United States
• Cross-promotion between organizations and international collaboration
• The future of Muay Thai across Thailand, North America, and beyond

The Global Muay Thai Roundtable brings together three different perspectives from three different countries to discuss the issues, trends, and stories that matter most to the international Muay Thai community.

This is a collaborative project and is also available on the channels of our guests.

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Jay Bryant
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShoutOut.podcast

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