Highlighting Muay Thai In The UFC | Pu'u Muay Thai Podcast Ep. 176

In Episode 176 of the Pu"u Muay Thai Podcast titled "Highlighting Muay Thai In The UFC," Jonathan welcomes former multi-sport professional fighter Chris Culley for his first appearance on the show, joining via Zoom from Los Angeles. Jonathan and Chris share their unique history, having met across the cage when Jonathan was cornering against Chris in a championship MMA fight. The conversation dives into critical topics in the fight community, from authentic fighter development and the issue of record padding in some fight promotions to the challenges of building true competitive experience. Chris shares his experiences training fighters for the UFC, including Chris "Wartaco" Padilla, whose viral elbow finish showcased stunning Muay Thai skills. They also address controversies with popular teams in the USA. Special guest Josh Soliva hops in for part of the discussion, adding his own insights. For more on Chris Culley, follow him on Instagram: @warchief.jumbee. This episode is packed with insights on Muay Thai’s influence in the UFC and the realities of fighter development! Support the show Subscribe & Support: Join Black Room at Teep Studios Submit your Questions & Request A Guest: https://podcast.puumuaythai.com