
The Muay Thai Kickboxing Podcast
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
Interviews with guest who are practicing Martial Arts and how it has had a positive impact on there lives
Location:
United States
Genres:
Sports & Recreation Podcasts
Description:
Interviews with guest who are practicing Martial Arts and how it has had a positive impact on there lives
Language:
English
Website:
https://mtkgym.com
Email:
lopezedwin924@gmail.com
Episodes
Gaston Bolanos & Desiree Wodicker on UFC, OneFC, Relationship, More! | MTK Podcast
4/28/2025
Welcome UFC Bantamweight Gaston Bolanos and undefeated Muay Thai fighter Desiree Wodicker to the Muay Thai Kickboxing Podcast. The professional fighting couple discusses what led them both to Muay Thai, why they didn't like eachother when they first met, and how difficult it is managing family, training, business and their relationship.
Duration:01:12:32
LIAM HARRISON BLASTS Futbol, Real Muay Thai vs FAKE, & More! | Muay Thai Kickboxing Podcast Ep.1
4/14/2025
Liam "The Hitman" Harrison is an English welterweight Muay Thai fighter currently signed to ONE Championship. He is a former Yokkao, W.A.K.O. Pro, WBC Muaythai and WMC world champion.
In this episode Liam discusses the current state of futbol, muay thai in the small 4oz gloves vs the traditional big gloves, future plans for his family & more!
Duration:01:02:10
"Pioneer of Muay Thai in U.S.!" Muay Thai Saved Me Ep. 63 Guests: Kru Kim & Clara Kongkriangkai
4/16/2024
In Episode 63, Kru Neil sits down one of the pioneers of helping grow Muay Thai in the Unied States, Kru Kim Kongkriangkai and his wife Clara.
They discuss Kim's fighting, and how getting in trouble with the police led him to fight professionally, his journey to the U.S., and becoming a promoter!
To Listen to podcast on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/4acqblUArDtUf8nBze3gcf?si=77db7b5b927c4eb1
Follow Kru Neil on Instagram:
@mtkgymla
@kruneilofficial
#muaythaisavedme #mtk #mtkla #mtkgym #fight #family #mma #ufc #compete #train #kickboxing #muaythai #muaythaiforthemasses #trainwithachampionbecomeachampion #champion #podcast #mmapodcast #fighter #fightcamp #glendale #pasadena #losangeles #fitness #newgym #mmagym #muaythaichampion
Duration:00:46:56
Sitting Down with a Legendary 16-Time Champ! Muay Thai Saved Me Ep.62 Guest: Bryce Krause
4/2/2024
In Episode 62, Kru Neil sits down with the Southern Californian Muay Thai Legend, Bryce Krause
They discuss Bryce's fight career, his rise to become a 16-Time World Champion, and opening up his own gym!
To Listen to podcast on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/4acqblUArDtUf8nBze3gcf?si=77db7b5b927c4eb1
Follow Bryce Krause on Instagram:
@brycekrause
Follow Kru Neil on Instagram:
@mtkgymla
@kruneilofficial
#muaythaisavedme #mtk #mtkla #mtkgym #fight #family #mma #ufc #compete #train #kickboxing #muaythai #muaythaiforthemasses #trainwithachampionbecomeachampion #champion #podcast #mmapodcast #fighter #fightcamp #glendale #pasadena #losangeles #fitness #newgym #mmagym #muaythaichampion
Duration:00:25:26
#1 Ranked Fighter for 3 Years Straight! Muay Thai Saved Me Ep.61 w/ Matt Hermant & Charles Bisset
3/19/2024
In Episode 61, Kru Neil interviews Multiple Muay Thai Champion Matt Hermant and his trainer, and also fellow World Champion Fighter, Charles Bisset.
They discuss how Matt teamed up with Charles, his journey to become a champion, and why their partnership is so successful.
To Listen to podcast on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/4acqblUArDtUf8nBze3gcf?si=77db7b5b927c4eb1
Follow Matt Hermant on Instagram:
@littleodin
Follow Charles Bisset on Instagram:
@charles_valhalia_bisset
Follow Kru Neil on Instagram:
@mtkgymla
@kruneilofficial
#muaythaisavedme #mtk #mtkla #mtkgym #fight #family #mma #ufc #compete #train #kickboxing #muaythai #muaythaiforthemasses #trainwithachampionbecomeachampion #champion #podcast #mmapodcast #fighter #fightcamp #glendale #pasadena #losangeles #fitness #newgym #mmagym #muaythaichampion
Duration:00:38:58
"If Your Photos Suck, It's Because You're Not Close Enough!" Muay Thai Saved Me Ep.59 Guest: Jeff Dojillo
3/5/2024
In Episode 60, Kru Neil interviews Muay Thai Photographer Jeff Dojillo, one of the true pioneers in Muay Thai photography.
They delve into how Jeff got into Muay Thai photography, how he quickly rose through the ranks to become THE Muay Thai photographer, his processes on photography, and his influences!
To Listen to podcast on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/4acqblUArDtUf8nBze3gcf?si=77db7b5b927c4eb1
Follow Jeff Dojillo on Instagram:
@jeffdojillo
www.dojillo.com
Follow Kru Neil on Instagram:
@mtkgymla
@kruneilofficial
#muaythaisavedme #mtk #mtkla #mtkgym #fight #family #mma #ufc #compete #train #kickboxing #muaythai #muaythaiforthemasses #trainwithachampionbecomeachampion #champion #podcast #mmapodcast #fighter #fightcamp #glendale #pasadena #losangeles #fitness #newgym #mmagym #muaythaichampion #photography #combatsportsphotography #photographer
Duration:00:19:48
"Sports Brings Us Together" Muay Thai Saved Me Ep.59 Guest: Armo Zadourian & Skippy Hanson-Sandoval
2/20/2024
In Episode 59, Kru Neil interviews Armo Zadourian & Skippy Hanson-Sandoval, a couple who recently won the Ambassador Award for MTK Gym!
They discuss how basketball brought them together, how Muay Thai has made them better basketball players, and how overall Muay Thai has increased their fitness to a whole other level.
To Listen to podcast on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/4acqblUArDtUf8nBze3gcf?si=77db7b5b927c4eb1
Follow Skippy on Instagram:
@skippylikethepeanutbutter
Follow Kru Neil on Instagram:
@mtkgymla
@kruneilofficial
#muaythaisavedme #mtk #mtkla #mtkgym #fight #family #mma #ufc #compete #train #kickboxing #muaythai #muaythaiforthemasses #trainwithachampionbecomeachampion #champion #podcast #mmapodcast #fighter #fightcamp #glendale #pasadena #losangeles #fitness #newgym #mmagym #muaythaichampion
Duration:00:39:05
Muay Thai Champion to Competitive Shooter - Muay Thai Saved Me Ep.58 - Guest: Kru Walter Michalowski
2/6/2024
In Episode 58, Kru Neil interviews Sityodtong Los Angeles Owner, former Muay Thai Champion, competitive Shooter, and Expert Dog Trainer Kru Walter Michalowski!
Kru Walter talks about fighting in Thailand, taking over the Famous Sityodtong Gym name, and becoming an elite shooter and Dog Trainer.
To Listen to podcast on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/4acqblUArDtUf8nBze3gcf?si=77db7b5b927c4eb1
Follow Kru Walter Michalowski on Instagram:
@official_waltersyt
Follow Kru Neil on Instagram:
@mtkgymla
@kruneilofficial
#muaythaisavedme #mtk #mtkla #mtkgym #fight #family #mma #ufc #compete #train #kickboxing #muaythai #muaythaiforthemasses #trainwithachampionbecomeachampion #champion #podcast #mmapodcast #fighter #fightcamp #glendale #pasadena #losangeles #fitness #newgym #mmagym #muaythaichampion
Duration:00:36:16
The Best of "Muay Thai Saved Me" - Part 2 - Ep. 57
1/30/2024
In Episode 57, we've put together the best moments of the podcast!
To Listen to podcast on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/4acqblUArDtUf8nBze3gcf?si=77db7b5b927c4eb1
Follow the Guests on IG:
Michael Pierce @muaythaipierce
Charles Bisset @charles_valhalla_bisset
David Huerta @losangelesmuaythai
Ruth Devereaux #rndevereaux
Follow Kru Neil on Instagram:
@mtkgymla
@kruneilofficial
#muaythaisavedme #mtk #mtkla #mtkgym #fight #family #mma #ufc #compete #train #kickboxing #muaythai #muaythaiforthemasses #trainwithachampionbecomeachampion #champion #podcast #mmapodcast #fighter #fightcamp #glendale #pasadena #losangeles #fitness #newgym #mmagym
Duration:00:32:14
"Nong-O has lost his Chin!"- Muay Thai Saved Me Ep.56
1/16/2024
In Episode 56, Kru Neil sits with Producer Paul Escarcega to discuss several Muay Thai fights.
Nico Carrillo vs. Nong-O. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nlllUAbL22w
Pranjanchai vs. Lasiri 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kGvapvBQcCU
Superbon vs Tawanchai https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qy7hfA0WQFA
Anissa Mekson vs. Phetjeeja https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EpqdSKGukME
To Listen to podcast on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/4acqblUArDtUf8nBze3gcf?si=77db7b5b927c4eb1
Follow Kru Neil on Instagram:
@mtkgymla
@kruneilofficial
Follow Paul Escarcega on IG:
@paul.escarcega
@aaactionpodcast
#muaythaisavedme #mtk #mtkla #mtkgym #fight #family #mma #ufc #compete #train #kickboxing #muaythai #muaythaiforthemasses #trainwithachampionbecomeachampion #champion #podcast #mmapodcast #fighter #fightcamp #glendale #pasadena #losangeles #fitness #newgym #mmagym #muaythaichampion #onechampionship
Duration:00:26:55
"I Sold Everything to Go and Fight in Thailand"- Muay Thai Saved Me Ep.55 - Guest: Michael Pierce
1/9/2024
In Episode 55, Kru Neil interviews MTK Coach and former professional Muay Thai fighter Mike Pierce.
The duo discuss Mike's career in Thailand, the difference between Thai and American Muay Thai fighting, and why the mindset in Thailand is different.
To Listen to podcast on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/4acqblUArDtUf8nBze3gcf?si=77db7b5b927c4eb1
Follow Kru Neil on Instagram:
@mtkgymla
@kruneilofficial
#muaythaisavedme #mtk #mtkla #mtkgym #fight #family #mma #ufc #compete #train #kickboxing #muaythai #muaythaiforthemasses #trainwithachampionbecomeachampion #champion #podcast #mmapodcast #fighter #fightcamp #glendale #pasadena #losangeles #fitness #newgym #mmagym #muaythaichampion
Duration:00:46:01
"Breaking my Leg Ended My Championship Career"- Muay Thai Saved Me Ep.54 - Guest: David Huerta
1/2/2024
In Episode 54, Kru Neil interviews fellow Muay Thai gym owner and former Champion Muay Thai Fighter David Huerta!
David is Co-Owner of Los Angeles Muay Thai in Montebello. They discuss David's fight career, suffering a major injury and transitioning into Coaching, and the Pros and Cons of Point Kick Boxing!
To Listen to podcast on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/4acqblUArDtUf8nBze3gcf?si=77db7b5b927c4eb1
Follow David Huerta on IG:
@losangelesmuaythai
Follow Kru Neil on Instagram:
@mtkgymla
@kruneilofficial
#muaythaisavedme #mtk #mtkla #mtkgym #fight #family #mma #ufc #compete #train #kickboxing #muaythai #muaythaiforthemasses #trainwithachampionbecomeachampion #champion #podcast #mmapodcast #fighter #fightcamp #glendale #pasadena #losangeles #fitness #newgym #mmagym #muaythaichampion #losangelesmuaythai #pkb
Duration:00:29:15
"I Said I Would Be Champion, & I Did it!" Muay Thai Saved Me Ep.53 - David Trujillo/Sheyla Martinez
12/26/2023
In Episode 53, Kru Neil interviews MTK Gym Champion David Trujillo and his girlfriend Sheyla Martinez!
They discuss David's rise from being overweight, to fighting his first fight, and then eventually becoming Champion! Sheyla discusses being supportive and having the right temperament as a supporter.
To Listen to podcast on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/4acqblUArDtUf8nBze3gcf?si=77db7b5b927c4eb1
Follow David Trujillo & Sheyla Martinez on IG:
@ayo_trujillo
@shey_29
Follow Kru Neil on Instagram:
@mtkgymla
@kruneilofficial
#muaythaisavedme #mtk #mtkla #mtkgym #fight #family #mma #ufc #compete #train #kickboxing #muaythai #muaythaiforthemasses #trainwithachampionbecomeachampion #champion #podcast #mmapodcast #fighter #fightcamp #glendale #pasadena #losangeles #fitness #newgym #mmagym #muaythaichampion
Duration:00:19:59
"I'm a Cowboy, an Actor, & a Championship Fighter"- Muay Thai Saved Me Ep.52 - Guest: Charles Basset
12/19/2023
In Episode 52, Kru Neil interviews Champion Muay Thai Fighter, Actor, Rodeo, and Cowboy Charles Bisset!
They discuss training together, Charles' ventures into being a Cowboy, Acting, and doing Rodeo, as well as an accident that almost killed Charles!
To Listen to podcast on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/4acqblUArDtUf8nBze3gcf?si=77db7b5b927c4eb1
Follow Charles Basset on IG:
@charles_valhalla_bisset
Follow Kru Neil on Instagram:
@mtkgymla
@kruneilofficial
#muaythaisavedme #mtk #mtkla #mtkgym #fight #family #mma #ufc #compete #train #kickboxing #muaythai #muaythaiforthemasses #trainwithachampionbecomeachampion #champion #podcast #mmapodcast #fighter #fightcamp #glendale #pasadena #losangeles #fitness #newgym #mmagym #cowboy #rodeo #actor #muaythaichampion
Duration:00:33:29
"Muay Thai Gives me Peace of Mind" - Muay Thai Saved Me - Ep.51 - Guest: Manny Escandon
12/12/2023
*AUDIO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTY FOR 1ST 3 MINUTES*
A new podcast featuring Hosts Kru Neil and Edwin Lopez, co-owners of Muay Thai Kickboxing Gym in North Hollywood, CA.
In Episode 61, Kru interviews Glendale member Manny Escandon about going the Glendale location, his time as a U.S. Marine, and why Muay Thai is so therapeutic!
To Listen to podcast on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/4acqblUArDtUf8nBze3gcf?si=77db7b5b927c4eb1
Follow Kru Neil on Instagram:
@mtkgymla
@kruneilofficial
#muaythaisavedme #mtk #mtkla #mtkgym #fight #family #mma #ufc #compete #train #kickboxing #muaythai #muaythaiforthemasses #trainwithachampionbecomeachampion #champion #podcast #mmapodcast #fighter #fightcamp #glendale #pasadena #losangeles #fitness #newgym #mmagym
Duration:00:18:31
"MTK Gym Awards, Ryan Garcia Fight, and HUGE ANNOUNCEMENTS!" Muay Thai Saved Me - Ep.50
12/5/2023
In Episode 50, Paul Escarcega comes back to the podcast to discuss with Kru Neil MTK Gym's Award Night and Member Appreciation Dinner!
The Fellas also discuss the Ryan Garcia and Oscar Duarte Fight and Kru talks about he BIG announcements he made at the dinner!
To Listen to podcast on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/4acqblUArDtUf8nBze3gcf?si=77db7b5b927c4eb1
Follow Kru Neil on Instagram:
@mtkgymla
@kruneilofficial
To Follow Paul Escarcega on IG:
@Paul.escarcega
@aaactionpodcast
#muaythaisavedme #mtk #mtkla #mtkgym #fight #family #mma #ufc #compete #train #kickboxing #muaythai #muaythaiforthemasses #trainwithachampionbecomeachampion #champion #podcast #mmapodcast #fighter #fightcamp #glendale #pasadena #losangeles #fitness #newgym #mmagym #ryangarcia #garciaduarte
Duration:00:36:11
"The Birth of MTK Gym" - Muay Thai Saved Me Podcast - Ep. 49 - Guest - Khem Chatchaiyan
11/28/2023
In Episode 49, Kru Neil sits down with the original Owner/Founder of MTK Gym, HIS MOM, Khem Chatchaiyan!
They discuss opening the gym with no money and persevering to keep the gym afloat and eventually building it to where Kru became a Top fighter!
To Listen to podcast on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/4acqblUArDtUf8nBze3gcf?si=77db7b5b927c4eb1
Follow Kru Neil on Instagram:
@mtkgymla
@kruneilofficial
#muaythaisavedme #mtk #mtkla #mtkgym #fight #family #mma #ufc #compete #train #kickboxing #muaythai #muaythaiforthemasses #trainwithachampionbecomeachampion #champion #podcast #mmapodcast #fighter #fightcamp #glendale #pasadena #losangeles #fitness #newgym #mmagym #thailand
Duration:00:23:38
"How Kru Neil Became a Muay Thai Fighter" - Muay Thai Saved Me Podcast - Ep. 48
11/21/2023
In Episode 48, Kru Neil talks about his love for Fight movies, trying out Karate , and becoming a Muay Thai Fighter!
To Listen to podcast on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/4acqblUArDtUf8nBze3gcf?si=77db7b5b927c4eb1
Follow Kru Neil on Instagram:
@mtkgymla
@kruneilofficial
#muaythaisavedme #mtk #mtkla #mtkgym #fight #family #mma #ufc #compete #train #kickboxing #muaythai #muaythaiforthemasses #trainwithachampionbecomeachampion #champion #podcast #mmapodcast #fighter #fightcamp #glendale #pasadena #losangeles #fitness #newgym #mmagym #thailand #kickboxer #jeanclaudevandamme
Duration:00:24:25
"Dating Kru Neil" - Muay Thai Saved Me - Ep.47 - Guest: Ruth Devereaux
11/14/2023
In Episode 47, Kru Neil interviews the love of his life, Ruth Devereaux, as the two discuss how they time manage their relationship, how to deal with conflict, as growing together as a couple!
To Listen to podcast on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/4acqblUArDtUf8nBze3gcf?si=77db7b5b927c4eb1
Follow Ruth Devereaux on IG:
@rndevereaux
Follow Kru Neil and Edwin Lopez on Instagram:
@mtkgymla
@kruneilofficial
@realedwinlopez
#muaythaisavedme #mtk #mtkla #mtkgym #fight #family #mma #ufc #compete #train #kickboxing #muaythai #muaythaiforthemasses #trainwithachampionbecomeachampion #champion #podcast #mmapodcast #fighter #fightcamp #glendale #pasadena #losangeles #fitness #newgym #mmagym #dating #lovelife #couple #couplegoals
Duration:00:35:22
The Best of Muay Thai Saved Me Podcast! Ep. 46
11/8/2023
A new podcast featuring Hosts Kru Neil and Edwin Lopez, co-owners of Muay Thai Kickboxing Gym in North Hollywood, CA.
In Episode 46, we've assembled all of the best moments from the past episodes of "Muay Thai Saved Me"!
To Listen to podcast on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/show/4acqblUArDtUf8nBze3gcf?si=77db7b5b927c4eb1
Follow the Guests! on IG:
Anna "Supergirl" Jaroonsak - @supergirl_jaroonsakgym
Jaroon "Superdad" Jaroonsak - @superdad_jaroonsakmt
Christine Song - @christinelovespits
Flo Guillermo - @nurseflo818
Kimberly Amaya - @beyondherpodcast @kiimberlyamaya
Eric De La Cruz - @valleycarpenter91
Fernando Castaneda - @fernandoc1186
David Trujillo - @ayo_trujillo
Ray Ray Fennell - @justcallmerayray_
Shey Martinez - @shey_29
Edmond Meymaryan - @supersaiyaned
Jennifer Garcia - @itsjen_823
Jasmine Sadeghian - @jasmine_sadeghian
Haley Martinez - @haleyy.martinezzzz
Paul Escarcega - @Paul.escarcega @aaactionpodcast
Malcolm Cook - @myfriendmalcolm
Trey Gable - @mackned
Tyler Archey - @_the_juxtaposition
Follow Kru Neil and Edwin Lopez on Instagram:
@mtkgymla
@kruneilofficial
@realedwinlopez
#muaythaisavedme #mtk #mtkla #mtkgym #fight #family #mma #ufc #compete #train #kickboxing #muaythai #muaythaiforthemasses #trainwithachampionbecomeachampion #champion #podcast #mmapodcast #fighter #fightcamp #glendale #pasadena #losangeles #fitness #newgym #mmagym #addiction #drugs #drugaddiction #drugrehab #drugrecovery #cancer #breastcancer #alcohol
Duration:01:13:34