Budocast – Martial Arts News Podcast
Budocast - Martial Arts News Podcast
Podcast Description
Welcome to Budocast, where the way of the warrior meets the latest headlines. We delve into the dynamic world of martial arts news, covering everything from traditional Budo disciplines to contemporary combat sports, international competitions, community happenings, and insightful analysis. Stay ahead with Budocast.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers a variety of themes related to martial arts, including significant developments in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA like UFC's expansion into BJJ, challenges in fighter safety, and personal growth stories from practitioners, with episodes also featuring captivating topics such as legal cases affecting the sports community and insights from martial arts legends.
Weekly martial arts news and analysis covering MMA, UFC, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Judo, Karate, Muay Thai, ONE Championship, PFL, and traditional Budo disciplines.
Each week, hosts Ruby Sturt and Eric Marquette break down the biggest stories in combat sports — UFC title fights, IBJJF controversies, ONE Championship results, boxing crossovers, dojo culture, emerging champions, and the business of the fight world. Sharp analysis, cultural insight, and grounded perspective — no hype, no fluff.
Whether you train BJJ, compete in MMA, teach martial arts, or simply follow combat sports.
From the dojo to the octagon—this is Budocast, your source for the latest in martial arts news, culture, and competition. In this episode, we break down a massive weekend in combat sports, ranging from the amateur ranks in the Midwest to elite-level professional clashes in Las Vegas and Bangkok.
Inside this episode:
- Sterling’s Dominance: We dive into the full results of UFC Fight Night: Sterling vs. Zalal, where Aljamain Sterling secured a dominant unanimous decision (49-45 across the board) over Youssef Zalal at the Meta APEX. We also discuss standout performances from the card, including Ryan Spann’s second-round knockout of Marcus Buchecha.
- Olympic Dreams in Wichita: Discover why Wichita, Kansas, has been named the ”Best Sports-Event Host City” as it prepares to welcome back the 2026 USA Boxing National Junior Olympics and Summer Festival. We explore the economic and cultural impact of hosting over a week of high-level amateur boxing.
- ONE Friday Fights 152 Preview: We look ahead to the world's largest martial arts organization’s return to Lumpinee Stadium. Get the breakdown on the main event between Muay Thai powerhouse Kongklai Sor Sommai and Brazilian clinch specialist Julio Lobo, as athletes compete for a life-changing $100,000 contract.
- Martial Arts Headlines: Quick hits on Dana White’s search for Gable Steveson’s debut opponent and the UFC’s new multi-year partnership with the Baku City Circuit.
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