Shout Out Fight Podcast

Jay Bryant

A Canadian Muay Thai coach, fight nerd, trainer and commentator talking about the local and international fight scene from Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Boxing and MMA!

  1. APR 30

    Shout Out Fight Podcast #169 "Behind the scenes from behind the lens - round 2 with The Social Collective YYC"

    Hello again fighty friends! Today - back for round 2 on the podcast we have Jen Ball from The Social Collective YYC! Jen was on for the first time in January and we had a long chat about going from photographing weddings to stepping into the fight world with a camera AND KILLING IT BY THE WAY!!! But since our first chat, Jen has really kicked it into high gear now adding MMA into her photography game which she did say was a goal of hers on the last podcast. So naturally we had a conversation about the differences - pro, cons and challenges between the 2, and just the general experience of being involved in the biggest MMA promotion in the country. We got to learn what Jen did/does on the first pod, so this time we got to just have a real conversation instead of an introduction - which honestly, was one of the best flowing podcasts to date!! Jen lets us in on some big changes since the first episode, what it's like having a husband as a fighter/coach AND if she would be able to photograph a fight her husband is in, or would she be too emotionally attached - working with Gloves Not Guns and why she wanted to be part of it, help give back and why it is important to her. Jen also has a marketing background, so she educated me (and you!) about professionalism, presence and how a fighter can stand out (or disappear!) when it comes to sponsorship and social media. This turned into a real look at the fight game from the safe side of the ropes . If you are a fighter/coach or even just a fan of the sport, this episode gives you a behind the scenes look at how the fight world is documented - and how the lens can shape perception, opportunity and reputation. Awesome podcast, with an awesome human being. SHOUT OUT TO YOU JEN!

    1h 17m
  2. APR 26

    Shout Out Fight Podcast #168 "Their's people who walk you to the ring, AND THAN THEIR'S REAL COACHES - with Ruben Yanez"

    Hello again Fight Fam! I know the podcast has been a bit slow this month - But with events popping up all over the place, I have been MAD BUSY with commentating as well as getting my fighters in the ring. PRIORITIES PRIORITIES! Today I got to chat with one of the best trainers, fighters AND STORY TELLERS to come out of the Great White North - Mr. Ruben Yanez! I met Ruben on the floor of a van that picked me up in Mexico for an event (haha! we talk about it on the podcast) and stayed in contact ever since! I have been to Mexico with him three times, I ALWAYS see him when I get to commentate out east, and I hear from him live when I am commentating in Alberta about some of the fighters I'm not as familiar with. And after several years, we finally get to have a real chat outside of an event! I start off asking Ruben about a recent post he made with a bit of a "Ya'll must have forgot" vibe to it (TOTALLY EARNED IN MY OPINION!) and we were off! We chat about what fighting was like for him in the mid/late 90's as opposed to today, his proven recipe for what is needed to be a successful Muay Thai coach, finding a gym where community is as important to the gym as it is him, as well as why he wants to have his fighters fight outside of Ontario to gain experience. I ask Ruben a few fan questions and of course his top 3 favourite fighters of all time and why. I knew Ruben was a "real one" already - but i was excited to dive deep with someone I really do hold in high regard and also genuinely look forward to seeing at events! I can tell you that 3 of some of my favourite Muay Thai memories have Ruben involved - and Mexico...... I LOVE MEXICO! haha What a great chat with not just a top notch Muay Thai man, but a great man and coach - listen to this, you'll see why! SHOUT OUT TO YOU RUBEN!! PS - dood, did you know he fought the "woodenman" ?!

    1h 40m
  3. APR 8

    Shout Out Fight Podcast #167 "Muay Thai is life - Round 2 with Anthony Palombo"

    Hello Fighty Friends! Coming in hot off a sensational win at the Muay Thai World Cup, we have 8x champion, Anthony Palombo on the podcast today for the second time! Anthony made his pro debut at the MTWC in the co main event - Canada vs Australia in March and in my opinion, was FAR AND AWAY the fighter of the night! I'll tell you what, not only did Anthony look like a new, mature fighter last fight. But I also noticed a new and mature man on the podcast! our first podcast, Anthony was a little more playful on his approach to fighting - but this time you can hear that their's direction, purpose and vision to why Anthony chooses to be a fighter as well as coach, living the lifestyle and being present. Myself and co commentator, Kyle Messenger noticed how this Anthony looked like I totally different fighter than we were used to seeing, and for all the right reasons! So we discuss, because I definitely wanted to know! - where did this change and maturity come from? and so sudden? we also break down the fight with Jerome Simbahan living in Anthony thoughts round by round, we break down what he thought the strengths and weakness's were on BOTH sides, the back and forth with 147lbs king in Canada - Thomas Mandra and what's it's really about. And I ask Anthony a few fun questions as I'm going to be adding more of these in future episodes. I have watched Anthony "grow up" in the ring and he has really come into his own. He's fun to watch and couldn't more friendly, likeable and approachable - all those reasons are why I am a fan of this young man! SHOUT OUT TO YOU ANTHONY!

    1h 27m
  4. MAR 29

    Shout Out Fight Podcast #165 "WBC international title fight overturned and an honest conversation - with Kieran Walsh!"

    AND ANOTHER ONE!! Hello again Fight Fam! April is right around the corner, but we have a few days left in March to squeeze out a few podcasts! Today on the podcast, I speak with renowned Muay Thai trainer and coach, Kieran Walsh - Kieran has been to Canada a few times now for Muay Thai as a head coach of the Australian Jr National team, commentator and most recently, the coach/trainer/cornerman for the main event at the MTWC 14 with the WBC international title on the line. Once the results were read, Kieran made it very clear that he disagreed with the outcome. Following the decision, Mr. Walsh went through the proper channels to have the fight reviewed. That process ultimately led to the bout being overturned to a no contest. SO - striking while the iron is hot! I wanted to talk about why it was over turned, who over turned it, what did - the committee and Kieran see that the judges, the crowd and even myself didn't see that led to this decision. Along with this - we have an honest chat about the judging system here in Alberta which hits home for me, because I have lived in Alberta my whole life and the Alberta combat sports community has been an overwhelmingly huge part of my life! but I genuinely think taking an honest, non emotional look at how we judge Muay Thai SPECIFICALLY in Alberta needs to be discussed and how do we improve going forward. This is not a conversation about assigning blame - but maybe, this can be the olive branch between the judges and the fighters/coaches that helps open up discussion and dialog for a better, more clear understanding of expectations from officials and fighters alike in Alberta. This is my honest take. I'm not trying to be perfect, and I'm not saying I have all the answers - but I've been around long enough to know when something doesn't sit right. And I think this worth talking about.

    1h 22m
  5. MAR 26

    Shout Out Podcast #164 "One of Canada's biggest fight nights, talkin' CAPITAL PUNISHMENT 6 - with Ben Pride!"

    Hello again fight friends! I know March has been a lil quiet for the podcast - real life has to come first, BUT BOY are were finishing off the month tossing podcasts out like Oprah gives away cars!! One of Canada's BIGGEST AND BEST fight nights is right around the corner, in Ottawa - CAPITAL PUNISHMENT 6! this is my 3rd time commentating this event and it's truly is one of my favourite nights of the year. The fights, the venue, the production, the crowd and Ottawa itself make this an event I really look forward to - I REALLY like Ottawa! Today I talk with friend of the show, promoter and my friend in general Mr. Ben Pride - the promoter of Capital Punishment breaking down the 10+ A class fights including the 2 title fights, some BIG match ups including some suspected fights of the night as well as the general workings of such an event. BUT ...... right away we talk about the big dust up and controversy that happened at the MTWC on Saturday with a decision being overturned in the main event. From the fighters to the judging, we dive into it a bit and give our opinions from opposite sides of the country - more to come on tomorrow's podcast! IN THE MEANTIME - if you can't make it to Ottawa to see A class North American Muay Thai in the nations capital - Make sure you check out the PPV stream on Millions.com and listen to my beautiful voice commentating! Great chat getting AMPD with Big Ben on the doorstep of a enormous fight night in April, I honestly can't wait and I thank Ben and the team at Westside Muay Thai for trusting me bringing the action to the crowd at home - SHOUT OUT TO YOU BEN!!

    1h 14m

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A Canadian Muay Thai coach, fight nerd, trainer and commentator talking about the local and international fight scene from Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Boxing and MMA!

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