Kinboshi Sumo

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  September Injury Report 13.09.2026 35min

  Phil is back to discuss the kyujo and the walking wounded alike in our injury report for the September sumo tournament! 0:00 Intro 1:00 Kyujo Absences (Hoshoryu, Wakatakakage, Wakanosho) 18:10 Injured and Competing (Onosato, Kotozakura, Aonishiki, Takayasu, Asanoyama) 31:06 Atamifuji and Outro
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  September Preview 06.09.2026 45min

  Sumo is back and so is Sean to talk Onosato's slow comeback, Kirishima's Yokozuna hopes, Atamifuji's Ozeki dreams, and Aonishiki's foot. (but like... in an athletics way...). email us! [email protected] 
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  September Banzuke Christmas! 30.08.2026 33min

  The banzuke is a couple hours old and Rick is here with a Kringelian sack of too-early thoughts! Merry banzukesmas! Also, some news! One Yokozuna out, but another... healthy? A couple much awaited sanyaku debuts for Fujinokawa and Hakunofuji. Let us know what you think about the over or under ranked boys for the banzuke! [email protected] 
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  Hoshoryu's Surgery with Brett 23.08.2026 1t 6min

  Brett is once again back to discuss Yokozuna Hoshoryu opting for knee surgery and the ever present question of how sumo can stay itself while improving protections for its athletes.
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  Summer Sumo and Up and Comers 16.08.2026 21min

  A quick episode on what some stables and some rikishi are up to this summer, Kirishima's Yokozuna run, and some up and comers in Makushita to keep an eye on!
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  Sumo Salaries and Ticket Sales with Phil 09.08.2026 44min

  Phil is back to break down injuries keeping rikishi off the tour, talk about ticket price and rikishi salary increases, and more. Email Us! [email protected] 0:00 Intro 0:38 News (Inter-High and a High School Yokozuna) 7:05 Salary Increase and Ticket Hike 23:23 Injured Rikishi off Tour 43:27 Outro Music Queues: Rap - Beat by SoundSurfer https://pixabay.com/music/beats-rap-beat-577788/ https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/ambulance-6399/ https://pixabay.com/music/metal-intense-black-metal-instrumental-304729/ Headline News by BreakzStudios https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-breaking-news-intro-logo-2-314321/ Festa In Autumn, Folk Okinawa by syntheway https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-virtual-koto-shamisen-and-shakuhachi-vst-by-shamikoto-festa-in-autumn-folk-okinawa-30255/
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  July Review with Brett Brendel: Aonishiki. IS. Back. 02.08.2026 1t 17min

  Brett from One Touch Fight Team is back to break down the July basho, the 3 way finish, Aonishiki's Yusho and return to Ozeki and Kirishima ramping up another Yokozuna run among more topics! Email us! [email protected] 
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  July [almost] Instant Reaction 27.07.2026 28min

  Another returning Ozeki! A Yokozuna delayed, and two Yokozuna shamed? A quick recap of the tournament that was and the possible ramifications moving forward!
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  July Midway: 7 Days and 7 Men! 19.07.2026 27min

  A quick midway review! 7 Contenders at the top of the standings including a would-be Yokozuna and a Once and Future Ozeki. Who you got going all the way?
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  July Injury Report: Wakatakakage and the San'yaku 12.07.2026 35min

  Phil and Sean are both here to discuss the very serious injury suffered by Wakatakakage along with continuing ailments for Yokozuna Onosato and Hoshoryu, Ozeki Kotozakura, and Sekiwake Aonishiki. 0:00 Intro 1:00 Wakatakakage 12:00 Onosato 16:47 Hoshoryu 20:12 Aonishiki 24:39 Kotozakura (and a little Takayasu) 34:16 Positive Pivot! Kirishima and Yokozuna 35:17 Outro Email Us! [email protected] Music Queues: Headline News by BreakzStudios https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-breaking-news-intro-logo-2-314321/ Festa In Autumn, Folk Okinawa by syntheway https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-virtual-koto-shamisen-and-shakuhachi-vst-by-shamikoto-festa-in-autumn-folk-okinawa-30255/
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  July Sumo Preview: ALL Cream NO Crop?! 05.07.2026 48min

  Sean is back to preview the July Sumo Tournament with us. We cover how much time Wakatakakage has left to reach his Ozeki dream, whether this basho is all san'yaku with no room for the little guy, and give our dark horse and favorites to win the Nagoya Tournament! EMAIL US! [email protected] 0:00 Intro0:36 News3:11 Yokozuna Onosato and Hoshoryu8:50 Ozeki past present and future? (Aonishiki)12:45 Kirishima and Wakatakakage16:04 Sekiwake Atamifuji and Kotoshoho22:41 Komusubi Yoshinofuji and Oho26:34 Joijin (Fujinokawa and Hakunofuji)32:02 Mid Maegashira (Kotoeiho and Takayasu)37:38 Low Maegashira (Kazuma and Takerufuji)41:55 Dark Horse and Favorites47:24 Outro   Music Queues: Headline News by BreakzStudios https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-breaking-news-intro-logo-2-314321/ Champion du Monde by Melodigne https://pixabay.com/music/beats-champion-du-monde-285652/  Festa In Autumn, Folk Okinawa by syntheway https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-virtual-koto-shamisen-and-shakuhachi-vst-by-shamikoto-festa-in-autumn-folk-okinawa-30255/
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  Banzuke Eve and the Fighter's Mentality with Brett Brendel 28.06.2026 1t 11min

  After a brief preview of All Banzuke's Eve Brett Brendel joins the show to discuss the fighter's mentality, injuries in sumo, and new patterns for both Oyakata and Rikishi to form their mindset around and hopefully elongate and elevate their careers! Follow Brett and his Fighters at One Touch Fight Team! https://www.instagram.com/onetouchfightteam/?hl=en  Email Us! [email protected] 0:00 Intro 1:43 News & Banzuke Thoughts 9:09 Brett Brendel and Combat Sports 18:19 Overtraining Effects on Longevity 45:06 A Journey of Sumo What Ifs 70:49 Outro Music Queues: Headline News by BreakzStudios https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-breaking-news-intro-logo-2-314321/ Food - Food Cooking Music by APALONBeats https://pixabay.com/music/trap-food-food-cooking-music-549444/  Festa In Autumn, Folk Okinawa by syntheway https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-virtual-koto-shamisen-and-shakuhachi-vst-by-shamikoto-festa-in-autumn-folk-okinawa-30255/  
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  Sumo in your Area: New York Sumo's Man Mountain Dan 21.06.2026 55min

  Dan from New York Sumo and New York Sumo Southern Tier joined us off the heels of a second successful Empire Cup in Brooklyn to discuss what it takes to be a successful sumo promoter on the side and how to build a roadmap for more promotions outside of Japan! Email Us! [email protected] Follow Dan! https://www.instagram.com/manmountainaikosha/  Follow New York Sumo Club! https://www.instagram.com/nysumoclub/?hl=en  0:00 Intro 0:33 News (Paris Roundup) 7:57 News (Omori, The Movie Star Rikishi) 11:46 Dan Douglas (How to Plug Your Club) 17:03 (Ichimon - Clubs Helping Clubs) 22:30 (Host Sites and Asia-America Societies) 26:07 (Hakuho Abroad and Domestic Sumo PPVs) 40:41 (Is Sumo Marketable to Streaming Platforms?) 54:10 Outro Music Queues: Headline News by BreakzStudios https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-breaking-news-intro-logo-2-314321/ New York Los Angeles Music by MFCC https://pixabay.com/music/beats-new-york-los-angeles-music-321977/  Festa In Autumn, Folk Okinawa by syntheway https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-virtual-koto-shamisen-and-shakuhachi-vst-by-shamikoto-festa-in-autumn-folk-okinawa-30255/  
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  Sumo in Paris, Land of Judo! 14.06.2026 1t 15min

  We're back this week with a roundup of rikishi in Paris and an in depth discussion with resident Judoka and Frenchman Emeritus Nico to discuss the importance of Judo in French society, communities, and culture and whether this means Sumo can take root there too!   Email Us: [email protected]   0:00 Intro 0:30 News 7:13 History of Sumo in France 13:37 How Widespread is Judo in France 23:06 Judo as Mindset 39:50 Making a living in Judo 55:01 Can Sumo Ride Judo's Coattails in France? 74:32 Outro   Music Queues: Headline News by BreakzStudios https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-breaking-news-intro-logo-2-314321/ Festa In Autumn, Folk Okinawa by syntheway https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-virtual-koto-shamisen-and-shakuhachi-vst-by-shamikoto-festa-in-autumn-folk-okinawa-30255/
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  Kellyann Ball: Women's and International Sumo 07.06.2026 58min

  After a brief news roundup with Sean covering haircutting ceremonies, victory parades, and the hopes of Fukushima, the real show starts as multiple time national champion and world medalist Kellyann Ball joins the show to talk women's sumo, international competitions, and more! Be sure to check out the Mighty Eagle Sumo IG and YouTube and try to catch the Womens Invitational Sumo tournament June 13th at 11AM (WINS)! https://www.mightyeaglesumo.com/wins Email Us: [email protected] 0:00 Intro 0:46 News (Takarafuji, Hokutofuji, and more retirements) 4:14 News (Tamawashi to Juryo) 6:55 News (Takayasu and Paris Talk) 11:26 News (Fukushima Sumo) 16:50 Kellyann Ball!!! (How Sumo Hooks You) 19:43 Origins of a Sumotori (Everyone is Welcome on the Dohyo) 26:00 Going International (Ozumo / Amazumo) 37:00 Hakuho Cup and Youth Coaching 42:00 Open Gender Competition 49:41 WINS (Women's Invitational Sumo) 52:08 Supporting Women's Sumo and Amazumo in your Area) 57:10 Outro Music Queues: Headline News by BreakzStudios https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-breaking-news-intro-logo-2-314321/ Champion du Monde by Melodigne https://pixabay.com/music/beats-champion-du-monde-285652/  Festa In Autumn, Folk Okinawa by syntheway https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-virtual-koto-shamisen-and-shakuhachi-vst-by-shamikoto-festa-in-autumn-folk-okinawa-30255/
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  May Review: Ozekis and Yokozunas, Our Cup Runneth Over! 31.05.2026 36min

  Nick is back to talk Komusubi Wakatakakage's playoff championship against Ozeki Kirishima! We also cover the injuries to the san'yaku this tournament, Kirishima's Yokozuna Run, the end of the Enho to Miyagino Dream, and a Gyoji's rejected resignation along with a brief update to our Yung-zeki Sweepstakes and the performances of our two Sekiwake Atamifuji and Kotoshoho.  Email Us! [email protected] 0:00 Intro 6:25 Championship Playoff 12:50 Kirishima Yokozuna? 18:25 Miyagino Closed, Enho Blocked 26:03 Gyoji Resignation? 31:12 Yungzeki Update   Music Queues: Headline News by BreakzStudios https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-breaking-news-intro-logo-2-314321/ Capcom & Street Fighter II "You Win" Pussycat Dolls - When I grow up https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0K46C82v9o  Festa In Autumn, Folk Okinawa by syntheway https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-virtual-koto-shamisen-and-shakuhachi-vst-by-shamikoto-festa-in-autumn-folk-okinawa-30255/
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  May Instant Reaction: Showdown! Ozumo and Rollertown 24.05.2026 52min

  Nick and I will be back next week with a full review of the May 2026 Tournament next week but for now... WOW!!! What a final day! I'll keep this description spoiler free but here's my instant reaction after an exhausting day watching a particularly rowdy sake bar. My voice gave out on me so forgive me but for the rest of the show we've got Sean and I breaking down Dallas Sumo Club and Rollertown Beerworks' 2026 Rollertown Showdown in Frisco Texas with a discussion of how we can grow sumo locally. Thanks for listening everyone, back next week! Email Us! [email protected] Music Queues: Headline News by BreakzStudios https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-breaking-news-intro-logo-2-314321/ Western by AtlasAudio https://pixabay.com/music/adventure-western-519642/ Festa In Autumn, Folk Okinawa by syntheway https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-virtual-koto-shamisen-and-shakuhachi-vst-by-shamikoto-festa-in-autumn-folk-okinawa-30255/
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  May Midway: Happy Nakabi! Sad Injuries... 17.05.2026 27min

  Both Yokozunas are now out after Hoshoryu's pulled hamstring but Ozeki Kirishima is leading the charge to be the next Mongolian Yokozuna! Those stories, a handful of injuries, and a handful of other contenders including Wakatakakage and Tobizaru. Email Us! [email protected] Music Queues: Headline News by BreakzStudios https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-breaking-news-intro-logo-2-314321/ Chinese Dynasty by Roman Sol https://pixabay.com/music/china-chinese-dynasty-449721/  Festa In Autumn, Folk Okinawa by syntheway https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-virtual-koto-shamisen-and-shakuhachi-vst-by-shamikoto-festa-in-autumn-folk-okinawa-30255/
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  May Injury Report: No 'sato No 'nishiki 10.05.2026 47min

  Phil has returned to educate us on the prognosis for several injuries playing a role in the May tournament including the absence of Yokozuna Onosato and Kadoban Ozeki Aonishiki (at least to start the basho) and many more (for better or worse). Email us! [email protected] 0:00 Intro 0:42 News (Onosato and Aonishiki) 13:38 Injury Report (Kirishima, Yoshinofuji, Wakatakakage, Fujinokawa and more) 36:43 Over/Under (days competed for hurt rikishi) 46:33 Outro Sound Credits: Headline News by BreakzStudios https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-breaking-news-intro-logo-2-314321/ Festa In Autumn, Folk Okinawa by syntheway https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-virtual-koto-shamisen-and-shakuhachi-vst-by-shamikoto-festa-in-autumn-folk-okinawa-30255/ Injury Report Mix: https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/ambulance-6399/ https://pixabay.com/music/metal-intense-black-metal-instrumental-304729/ Lady of the 80s by Grand_Project: https://pixabay.com/music/synthwave-lady-of-the-80x27s-128379/ Articles Referenced: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1BODCEB5SK4OZU_lBUzIHrfbRh5KkvTwnV_zayaT2FFM/edit?usp=sharing
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  May Preview: Top-heavy Banzuke? 03.05.2026 52min

  Nick is back to break down the banzuke and make our dark horse and favorite picks to win the yusho this basho! Is it finally Hoshoryu's time to win a yokozuna yusho? Is Onosato's shoulder finally healthy? Can Kirishima go back to back now that he's returned to Ozeki? EMAIL US! [email protected] 0:00 Intro 0:45 News 14:15 Banzuke Talk 45:45 Picking Favorites 52:00 Outro Music Queues: Headline News by BreakzStudios https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-breaking-news-intro-logo-2-314321/ Bebop Coffee Shop by Alex Morgan https://pixabay.com/music/traditional-jazz-bebop-coffee-shop-517090/ Total War by AudioAtlant https://pixabay.com/music/adventure-total-war-epic-action-cinematic-trailer-main-513668/ Festa In Autumn, Folk Okinawa by syntheway https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/musical-virtual-koto-shamisen-and-shakuhachi-vst-by-shamikoto-festa-in-autumn-folk-okinawa-30255/