Grand Sumo Breakdown

Nagoya 2026 Midway Jul 19, 2026 01:28:10 ***SPOILERS THRU DAY 8*** Halfway through and things are going... ok? Are we optimistic yet? If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. Find GSB Tshirts now on Cheeky Sumo! If you'd like some other merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

Nagoya 2026 Preview Jul 5, 2026 01:54:52 Which wrestlers are healthy? Which ones are still hurt? Nobody knows! If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. Find GSB Tshirts now on Cheeky Sumo! If you'd like some other merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

Nagoya 2026 Banzuke Review Jun 29, 2026 53:00 This is the first go-around since the JSA put a new guy in charge of the committee that makes the banzuke. So how did Ryan do? Pretty good! Actually... everyone did pretty good? If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like to try your hand at guessing the banzuke alongside Rya

Nagoya 2026 Banzuke Prediction Jun 22, 2026 53:32 Ryan feels good about this one, but the spectre of the new banzuke committee looms... If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like to try your hand at guessing the banzuke alongside Ryan (a.k.a. Goshobiyama), go to: https://www.dichne.com/Guess.html Find GSB Tshirts now on Ch

Natsu 2026 Recap May 25, 2026 02:00:27 Madness reigns. The dark clouds of chaos gather over the san-yaku ranks. Ryan follows through on a funny punishment though, so that's nice. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. Find GSB Tshirts now on Cheeky Sumo! If you'd like some other merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme

Natsu 2026 Midway May 17, 2026 01:35:05 *SPOILERS THROUGH DAY 8* What a weird basho. Was the era of stability really that short? Are we back to the Times of Chaos? If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. Find GSB Tshirts now on Cheeky Sumo! If you'd like some other merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMus

Natsu 2026 Preview May 5, 2026 02:06:19 The GSB boys try to revive some of the hype that the March basho killed. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. Find GSB Tshirts now on Cheeky Sumo! If you'd like some other merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

Natsu 2026 Banzuke Review Apr 28, 2026 50:07 Does this banzuke... actually make sense? If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like to try your hand at guessing the banzuke alongside Ryan (a.k.a. Goshobiyama), go to: https://www.dichne.com/Guess.html Find GSB Tshirts now on Cheeky Sumo! If you'd like some other merch, c

Natsu 2026 Banzuke Prediction Apr 20, 2026 01:04:05 A fun shake up in our Ozeki ranks. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like to try your hand at guessing the banzuke alongside Ryan (a.k.a. Goshobiyama), go to: https://www.dichne.com/Guess.html Find GSB Tshirts now on Cheeky Sumo! If you'd like some other merch, check ou

April 2026 News Update Apr 14, 2026 49:19 For real this time, we promise. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. Find GSB Tshirts now on Cheeky Sumo! If you'd like some other merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

April 1st 2026 News Update Apr 1, 2026 33:24 Some very serious news for the most serious day of the serious year. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. Find GSB Tshirts now on Cheeky Sumo! If you'd like some other merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

Haru 2026 Recap Mar 22, 2026 01:55:14 Join us for some very mixed feelings. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. Find GSB Tshirts now on Cheeky Sumo! If you'd like some other merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

Haru 2026 Midway Mar 15, 2026 01:21:53 SPOILERS THRU DAY 8 No sugar-coating it, this basho is kind of a bummer so far. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. Find GSB Tshirts now on Cheeky Sumo! If you'd like some other merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

Haru 2026 Preview Mar 3, 2026 02:06:47 Come to Flix Brewhouse in Des Moines this Friday March 6th @ 6pm if you'd like to chat about sumo in person and try our new beer! Also head over to Cheeky Sumo, the new home for GSB tshirts! If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. Find GSB Tshirts now on Cheeky Sumo! If you'd like

Haru 2026 Banzuke Review Feb 25, 2026 01:13:02 Not our best showing... If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. If you'd like to try your hand at guessing the banzuke alongside Ryan (a.k.a. Goshobiyama), go to: https://www.dichne.com/Guess.htm Theme music by FreeMusicBox

Haru 2026 Banzuke Prediction Feb 17, 2026 48:49 Ryan's feeling confident so a disaster is likely imminent. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. If you'd like to try your hand at guessing the banzuke alongside Ryan (a.k.a. Goshobiyama), go to: https://www.dichne.com/Guess

Hatsu 2026 Recap Jan 26, 2026 01:55:59 WOW! What an absolute BANGER of a basho! What did you think? Join the guys as they discuss how the yusho was won and all the ups and downs it contained. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

Hatsu 2026 Midway Jan 18, 2026 01:16:26 *Spoilers Thru Day 8* Well this is somewhat frustrating so far.... If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

2026 Year Long Predictions Jan 8, 2026 49:59 The boys try their hand at seeing the future and make some predictions on how they think the bashos of 2026 will shake out. Join the guys and see if you agree with their divination. Who do you think has the best chance of introducing the podcast episodes in 2027? If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing u

Hatsu 2026 Preview Jan 5, 2026 01:45:12 Kick off 2026 with the boys as we talk about our newest Ozeki! And other stuff too I guess. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

2025 GSB Awards Jan 1, 2026 01:59:43 The boys wrap up 2025 in (their version of) style. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

Hatsu 2026 Banzuke Review Dec 29, 2025 50:40 Shodai ruins Ryan's day yet again. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

Hatsu 2026 Banzuke Prediction Dec 16, 2025 58:55 This banzuke sucks and Ryan isn't happy about it. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

Jake's Running for President Dec 3, 2025 02:18:17 That's right, I'm running for the head office of the United States Sumo Federation for the 2026-2030 term and Justin Kizzart of Dark Circle Sumo is my VP running mate. If you know me and Justin, you know that keeping this discussion to only two hours was already tough for us, but if you don't have the time to check out the whole thing, here are some highlights and links to help you get involved.

Kyushu 2025 Recap Nov 25, 2025 02:00:05 The GSB Crew talks about the exciting final days of the basho, the repercussions of the final result, and probably a bit too much about rock, paper, scissors. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

Kyushu 2025 Midway Nov 16, 2025 01:17:18 **Spoilers thru Day 8** The GSB crew discusses the first week and how henkas are impacting the Yusho race. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

Kyushu 2025 Preview Nov 4, 2025 01:47:51 The GSB crew discusses the upcoming November tournament hoping for more of the same from Aki. Aonishiki's current run and potential for Ozeki and more is also explored. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by Fr

2025 Sumo Popularity Poll Results Nov 3, 2025 01:19:32 We asked, you voted, now the results are in! Thank you to everyone who participated in our 2025 Sumo Popularity poll! We had a record number of responses this year and couldn't wait to dive into the data. Join the guys as they review the results provided by YOU! If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up

October 2025 News Update and London Basho recap Oct 31, 2025 01:33:18 The boys check in on the news in the world of sumo since the last basho, featuring an interview with our listener Thomas, who was able to attend and report on the London exhibition tournament! London coverage starts at 47:45 If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GS

Kyushu 2025 Banzuke Review Oct 27, 2025 55:31 Ryan snaps the losing streak and gets back in the saddle with a very solid prediction. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

Kyushu 2025 Banzuke Prediction Oct 20, 2025 45:40 Ryan and Jake return after what feels like a long off-season to take a stab at the rankings for the November tournament. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

Aki 2025 Recap Sep 30, 2025 01:51:44 Take the GSB Annual Popularity Poll! Another one in the books that absolutely delivered. Join us to cover the excellent September basho. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

Aki 2025 Midway Sep 21, 2025 01:07:30 The short handed GSB crew discuss the first week of the not at all wacky Aki as the two Yokozuna lead the pack.

Aki 2025 Preview Sep 10, 2025 01:55:30 The Aki Basho is upon us! Will Hoshoryu be able to finish a tournament? Will Onosato be the favored rikishi the time around? Will Kotoshoho survive now that he's M5? Join the GSB guys as they discuss what they hope to see from the upcoming tournament and what they think will happen. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans

Aki 2025 Banzuke Review Sep 3, 2025 57:27 Can Ryan get back to his winning ways? Will the banzuke committee make any sense this basho? If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

Aki 2025 Banzuke Prediction Aug 25, 2025 54:05 Ryan looks to get back to his winning ways in the banzuke prediction game, so he's taking a few swings. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

August 2025 News Update Aug 25, 2025 46:17 Not a tremendous amount of news this month while the wrestlers are off on their off-season tour. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

Nagoya 2025 Recap Jul 30, 2025 01:57:10 Well, how did you like that basho? As totally predicted from the Midway Episode, the GSB crew was…..not even close on picking who would win. Join the guys as they discuss how the Nagoya 2025 tournament wound up. Make sure to stay tuned after the credits for Mak's punishment from a prior basho. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die

Nagoya 2025 Midway Jul 20, 2025 01:21:28 The GSB Crew discusses the surprises and the henkas of week one of the Nagoya basho. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

Nagoya 2025 Preview Jul 8, 2025 02:13:47 The July basho is right around the corner, so join us to discuss our pair of Yokozuna and the rest of the field looking to slow them down. Make sure to stay tuned after the credits for Mak's punishment from a prior basho. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB m

Nagoya 2025 Banzuke Review Jun 30, 2025 01:06:41 Well let's get this over with. Not a great year for predicting banzukes. See if you can guess Ryan's heartrate as we go through this disaster. Watch us on youtube to follow along visually as we discuss the banzuke. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, c

Nagoya 2025 Banzuke Prediction Jun 23, 2025 01:04:05 Ryan walks Jake through his guesses for July tournament rankings and we even get some fun extra math at the end. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicBox

June 2025 News Update Jun 20, 2025 01:17:26 Lots of yokozuna news: one on the way up, one on the way out. Join us for our thoughts on Onosato, Hakuho, and the rest of the off-the-dohyo news for the month. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. Theme music by FreeMusicB

Natsu 2025 Recap May 26, 2025 02:00:17 Well that sure was fun. Welcome to the future, sumo fans! If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. New theme music by FreeMusicBox

Natsu 2025 Midway May 18, 2025 01:19:18 *SPOILERS THRU DAY 8* Join us to break down week one of the May Basho, where our leaderboard is about as fun as we could have possibly asked for. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. New theme music by FreeMusicBox

Natsu 2025 Preview May 2, 2025 01:45:20 Mak has a bad time while you have a good time. Also we revive our segment on GSB earning a sumo black belt. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. New theme music by FreeMusicBox

Natsu 2025 Banzuke Review Apr 28, 2025 01:07:24 Oof. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. New theme music by FreeMusicBox

April 2025 News Update Apr 23, 2025 58:51 Not a super busy month, but we cover the basics of what's been going on between the Haru and Natsu bashos. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. New theme music by FreeMusicBox

Natsu 2025 Banzuke Prediction Apr 21, 2025 59:13 It's that time once again! Join Ryan and Jake as Ryan attempts to divine how the Natsu Banzuke will shake out based on the results of the Haru Basho. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. New theme music by FreeMusicBo

Haru 2025 Recap Mar 26, 2025 02:14:42 Haru was a roller coaster, join GSB to try to make sense of what's next. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GSBpod If you'd like some GSB merch, check out this link: https://www.redbubble.com/people/GSBpodcast New theme music by FreeMusicBox

Haru 2025 Midway Mar 16, 2025 01:51:35 *SPOILERS THRU DAY 8* Ryan and Mak's sheer audacity to have personal lives has led them to being unavailable this week, so Flyric and Jake are joined by two guests from our friends at Honu Sumo to discuss week 1 of the Haru Basho. Check out more from Nathan and Mengkin at Maximum Effort Studios. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some d

Haru 2025 Preview Mar 3, 2025 02:01:59 Join GSB to discuss the first basho for the 74th Yokozuna, Hoshoryu! We also begin our quest to cover all the vocab on the path to earning a sumo black belt, this episodes vocab words are: Chugoshi Shiko Koshiwari Shinkyaku Suriashi If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd li

Haru 2025 Banzuke Review Feb 28, 2025 52:44 Ryan absolutely nails the prediction for the yokozuna rank. Really good stuff, high level knowledge. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. If you'd like to try your hand at guessing the banzuke alongside Ryan (a.k.a. Goshob

Haru 2025 Banzuke Prediction Feb 19, 2025 52:16 First update to the top rank in over 3 years?! How will this massive news affect the rest of the banzuke? Actually not too much, but it's still neat. If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. New theme music by FreeMusicBox

February 2025 News Update Feb 13, 2025 01:19:52 New Yokozuna! There's some other news too, I guess.

Hatsu 2025 Recap Jan 29, 2025 02:15:11 Did anything consequential happen this basho? Anything? Anything at all? Certainly no huge news is coming out right about now, right? If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. If you'd like some GSB merch, check out our RedBubble Shop. New theme music by FreeMusicBox

Hatsu 2025 Midway Jan 19, 2025 01:17:29 SPOILERS THRU DAY 8 Way too much to pack in today so let's get right to it, all the way from the elephant in the room down to who might actually still be in the running. New theme music by FreeMusicBox

Hatsu 2025 Preview Jan 8, 2025 01:40:50 Hope everyone ate like a sumo wrestler over the holidays! Welcome back to a new year of sumo, let's get down to discussing the exciting potential at the top of the rankings and help Mak explore his inner hater. New theme music by FreeMusicBox

2025 Year-Long Predictions Jan 6, 2025 01:00:44 A new sumo year is upon us, and with it, the changing of the guard. Join the boys as a new start to the show is introduced in glorious fashion and see how they prognosticate on 2025. How many Yokozuna will there be? How many Ozeki? Do you agree with what the guys think will happen?

Hatsu 2025 Banzuke Review Jan 6, 2025 56:21 A belated look at the rankings going into the first pro sumo tournament of the new year.

December 2024 News Update Dec 20, 2024 41:56 Ryan, Jake, and Mak do their best to keep up with sumo news over the holidays. Fortunately for them, there kinda isn't a ton to cover.

Hatsu 2025 Banzuke Prediction Dec 16, 2024 47:47 As the year comes to a close, Ryan predicts what we'll see on the banzuke for the first tournament of 2025.

2024 Pro Sumo Awards Dec 16, 2024 01:53:59 Can you believe another year as come and gone? Neither can we. Join us as we recount the biggest stories of the year. We also revisit our predictions they made at the beginning of the year and see who wound up with the most points. The winner gets the immense honor of introducing each of our episodes in 2025!

2024 Sumo Popularity Poll Results Dec 8, 2024 01:32:40 We asked, you voted, now the results are in! Thank you to everyone who participated in our 2024 Sumo Popularity poll. How did it all shake out? Join us as we review and discuss the results.

Kyushu 2024 Recap Nov 26, 2024 01:33:20 Ryan, Flyric, and Jake (and kinda Mak?) go over the final basho of 2024 and what it means for sumo going into the new year. Flyric has a near death experience with some wings, and Ryan graces us with another song from a listener.

Kyushu 2024 Midway Nov 17, 2024 57:01 *SPOILERS THRU DAY 8* It's turning out to be an excellent Kyushu basho. Join us to discuss the highlights so far and what to expect in week 2. Check out our video on youtube later today for a breakdown of Jake and Flyric's matches at this year's Midwest Open, and as always keep an eye on sumo411.com for more amateur events.

Kyushu 2024 Preview Nov 5, 2024 01:49:26 Ryan, Jake, and Mak soldier on without their spirit animal, as Flyric had to miss due to scheduling conflicts. Is there anything worth talking about other than our new Ozeki Onosato?! Well yes, of course, but he's gotta be the headline, right? If you enjoy our content, want a shout out on the show, or maybe you just want to talk sumo with some die-hard fans, consider signing up for our Patreon. I

Kyushu 2024 Banzuke Review Nov 1, 2024 48:37 Ryan stays #1 despite a weird, shaky banzuke

Kyushu 2024 Banzuke Prediction Oct 21, 2024 59:43 Onosato is now an Ozeki! Unfortunately, that's just about the only sure thing on this banzuke...

US Sumo: 2024 Worlds Recap with Coach JJ Oct 17, 2024 01:06:55 Today Jake sits down with Honu Sumo's JJ Jones, the 2024 head coach for Team USA, to talk about how the Sumo World Championships went for our Americans. JJ's been a busy man this year, as he also hosted US Nationals just 4 months ago. Make sure to keep up with him and his team on YouTube at Maximum Effort Studios.

October 2024 News Update Oct 14, 2024 01:10:19 Join (most of) the crew for our first off-season news update! We plan to check in between each basho on the general goings-on in the world of professional sumo. Let us know if there are any other types of things you'd like to see us cover.

Aki 2024 Recap Sep 25, 2024 01:57:05 Make sure to take our 2024 Grand Sumo Popularity Poll! This is the 6th year in a row we're running it and we'll have a podcast to discuss the results before the next basho. For now though, join us to cover the spectacular Aki tournament and the ascension of the new chosen one!

Aki 2024 Midway Sep 15, 2024 01:11:06 ***SPOILERS THRU DAY 8*** A Mak-less GSB soldiers on to cover what is turning out to be a pretty excellent basho so far

Aki 2024 Preview Sep 3, 2024 01:47:56 Gearing up for the September basho and there are storylines aplenty. We cover the turmoil at the top of the banzuke all the way down to the promising newcomers.

US Sumo: Dallas's Etan Perez Aug 29, 2024 34:42 Etan Perez burst onto the sumo scene in 2023, winning the Texas State Championship in her very first year and representing America at the World Championships. Next up: she's headed to Europe with Team USA for Worlds '24. *Watch the Sumo World Championships with English commentary on the World of Sumo YouTube channel on September 7th and 8th*

Aki 2024 Banzuke: How I Finally Won A Yusho Aug 27, 2024 01:03:28 It has finally happened. Ryan not only reclaims his Best Banzuke Guy status in the Guess the Banzuke rankings, but he also got 1st place in the whole dang contest. Certainly this won't go to his head.

US Sumo: Men's Heavyweight Champ Jay Scriven Aug 26, 2024 48:13 With less than 2 weeks until the Sumo World Championships in Poland, we sit down with Mighty Eagle Sumo's Jay Scriven, the 2024 men's heavyweight national champ. *Watch the world championships on September 7th and 8th on the World of Sumo youtube channel*

Aki 2024 Banzuke Prediction Aug 20, 2024 01:04:10 This one makes sense until the end where a bomb goes off...

2024 Predictions Check In Aug 16, 2024 49:36 Today we check on the progress of the year-long predictions we made in January and see who is doing the least bad so far.

Nagoya 2024 Recap Jul 31, 2024 01:48:01 Join a short-handed GSB team as they flounder through the 2024 July tournament without their beloved bus driver.

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