web02.fireside.fm Wed, 13 May 2026 07:11:52 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Sumo Kaboom - Episodes Tagged with “Jsa” https://sumokaboom.fireside.fm/tags/jsa Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:45:00 -0500 Sumo Kaboom! A weekly podcast dedicated to our favorite sport - sumo wrestling. We chat about tournaments, current events, history and our favorite wrestlers. We are performers, improvisers, and creators and have absolutely no sumo training. But, we are huge sumo fans. Having lived in Japan, Leslie loves the history and traditions of sumo. She also has a deep love for sumo karaoke singers. Laurie is fascinated by sumo wrestler fandom, the sumo training regimen and physicality of the sport. Together, we serve up exciting sumo treats for sumo-curious fans. We share an enthusiasm for sumo and like all sisters, we work amazingly well together. All of the time. There are never any issues. Ever. We also occasionally send out sumo related content. It is NOT hard-hitting sumo journalism and is usually very silly. If you want to receive our writing about all things sumo or receive notification when Sumo BINGO cards are available, join our Substack below. We won't ever share your info, because we hate spam, too. <iframe src="https://sumokaboom.substack.com/embed" width="480" height="320" style="border:1px solid #EEE; background:white;" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe> en-us episodic Leslie and Laurie, Texan sisters and diehard sumo fans, talk about all things sumo. Sumo Kaboom Podcast Sumo Kaboom! A weekly podcast dedicated to our favorite sport - sumo wrestling. We chat about tournaments, current events, history and our favorite wrestlers. We are performers, improvisers, and creators and have absolutely no sumo training. But, we are huge sumo fans. Having lived in Japan, Leslie loves the history and traditions of sumo. She also has a deep love for sumo karaoke singers. Laurie is fascinated by sumo wrestler fandom, the sumo training regimen and physicality of the sport. Together, we serve up exciting sumo treats for sumo-curious fans. We share an enthusiasm for sumo and like all sisters, we work amazingly well together. All of the time. There are never any issues. Ever. We also occasionally send out sumo related content. It is NOT hard-hitting sumo journalism and is usually very silly. If you want to receive our writing about all things sumo or receive notification when Sumo BINGO cards are available, join our Substack below. We won't ever share your info, because we hate spam, too. <iframe src="https://sumokaboom.substack.com/embed" width="480" height="320" style="border:1px solid #EEE; background:white;" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe> no sumo, wrestling, sumo wrestling, Japan, grand sumo, tournament, comedy, Sumo Kaboom Podcast sumokaboom@gmail.com 298: Sewanin and Wakaimonogashira Do What? https://sumokaboom.fireside.fm/298 305ec42a-ae91-42a4-83eb-549de9b4bd0f Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:45:00 -0500 Sumo Kaboom Podcast full Sumo Kaboom Podcast When sumo wrestlers retire, some take on roles within the JSA. Sewanin and wakaimonogashira are two of those roles. 35:24 no <p>When Mr. Sumo himself (Chiyomaru) retired, he became a wakaimonogashira, and we were stumped. What the heck does that mean?? </p> <p>This week, we jumped into the internet to discover what it means to be a wakaimonogashira or a sewanin - 2 roles that a retired wrestler can take within the JSA. Along the way, we discovered new terms like 'shisho,' and we learned that, sometimes, there is not much detail to be found. We're not frustrated by that at all. No. Not at all.</p> <p>0-13:00 News (Way of Salt, Tsurugisho, Terunofuji and Hakuoho, Fujinokawa)<br> 13:00 - 21:00 Sewanin<br> 21:00 - end Wakaimonogashira</p> <p>BINGO! More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game at <a href="http://www.sumokaboom.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">http://www.sumokaboom.com</a> We play Sumo BINGO every basho, and it's always free. We give away sumo merch to our winners with the help of our sponsors Big Sumo Fan and Cheeky Sumo.</p> <p>• <a href="http://Bigsumofan.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">http://Bigsumofan.com</a> is an online sumo merch store based in US, and they ship to over 30 countries. <a href="http://www.bigsumofan.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">http://www.bigsumofan.com</a></p> <p>• Cheeky Sumo is an online sumo-inspired apparel and merch company that aims to celebrate, educate, and support the sumo community with cheeky designs and training gear. Laugh at their fun graphics and proudly rep your sumo spirit - because sumo's got more than just power - it's got personality! <a href="http://www.cheekysumo.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">http://www.cheekysumo.com</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Way-Salt-Sumo-Culture-Japan/dp/1890085235" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> Way of Salt </a> on Amazon</p> <p>• Support us Ko-fi <a href="https://ko-fi.com/sumokaboom" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ko-fi.com/sumokaboom</a></p> <p>Twitter @SumoKaboom</p> <p>Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/</a></p> <p>Facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/</a></p> <p>YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast</a></p> <p>• Check out our Sumo Kaboom tshirts and sweatshirts at Bonfire.com/sumokaboom</p> <p>• Ever wonder where we get our research? Check out the Show Notes section of our website.</p> <p>• Please follow, like or send us a review. It all helps! Thank you so much!</p> sewanin, wakaimonogashira, jsa, retired wrestler, shisho, sumo kaboom, sumo, sumo wrestling, Japan, comedy, ozumo When Mr. Sumo himself (Chiyomaru) retired, he became a wakaimonogashira, and we were stumped. What the heck does that mean??

This week, we jumped into the internet to discover what it means to be a wakaimonogashira or a sewanin - 2 roles that a retired wrestler can take within the JSA. Along the way, we discovered new terms like 'shisho,' and we learned that, sometimes, there is not much detail to be found. We're not frustrated by that at all. No. Not at all.

0-13:00 News (Way of Salt, Tsurugisho, Terunofuji and Hakuoho, Fujinokawa)
13:00 - 21:00 Sewanin
21:00 - end Wakaimonogashira

BINGO! More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game at http://www.sumokaboom.com We play Sumo BINGO every basho, and it's always free. We give away sumo merch to our winners with the help of our sponsors Big Sumo Fan and Cheeky Sumo.

• http://Bigsumofan.com is an online sumo merch store based in US, and they ship to over 30 countries. http://www.bigsumofan.com

• Cheeky Sumo is an online sumo-inspired apparel and merch company that aims to celebrate, educate, and support the sumo community with cheeky designs and training gear. Laugh at their fun graphics and proudly rep your sumo spirit - because sumo's got more than just power - it's got personality! http://www.cheekysumo.com

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]]> When Mr. Sumo himself (Chiyomaru) retired, he became a wakaimonogashira, and we were stumped. What the heck does that mean??

This week, we jumped into the internet to discover what it means to be a wakaimonogashira or a sewanin - 2 roles that a retired wrestler can take within the JSA. Along the way, we discovered new terms like 'shisho,' and we learned that, sometimes, there is not much detail to be found. We're not frustrated by that at all. No. Not at all.

0-13:00 News (Way of Salt, Tsurugisho, Terunofuji and Hakuoho, Fujinokawa)
13:00 - 21:00 Sewanin
21:00 - end Wakaimonogashira

BINGO! More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game at http://www.sumokaboom.com We play Sumo BINGO every basho, and it's always free. We give away sumo merch to our winners with the help of our sponsors Big Sumo Fan and Cheeky Sumo.

• http://Bigsumofan.com is an online sumo merch store based in US, and they ship to over 30 countries. http://www.bigsumofan.com

• Cheeky Sumo is an online sumo-inspired apparel and merch company that aims to celebrate, educate, and support the sumo community with cheeky designs and training gear. Laugh at their fun graphics and proudly rep your sumo spirit - because sumo's got more than just power - it's got personality! http://www.cheekysumo.com

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]]> 261: So. Much. Sumo. News. https://sumokaboom.fireside.fm/261 257171a6-03fb-40b7-90be-7a8ee1868c00 Wed, 11 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0500 Sumo Kaboom Podcast full Sumo Kaboom Podcast A lot has happened in the sumo world recently, and this week, the big story is Hakuho's retirement from the JSA. 32:16 no <p>Hakuho officially submitted his resignation from the JSA, and it was accepted. There's much to unpack here. Why? Why now? What will he do next? </p> <p>More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game sponsored by bigsumofan.com at<br> <a href="http://www.sumokaboom.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.sumokaboom.com</a> We play Sumo BINGO every basho, and you can play with us. We give away sumo merch to our winners with the help of Big Sumo Fan and Cheeky Sumo.</p> <p>Bigsumofan.com is an online sumo merch store based in US, and they ship to over 30 countries. <a href="http://www.bigsumofan.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.bigsumofan.com</a></p> <p>Cheeky Sumo is an online sumo-inspired apparel and merch company that aims to celebrate, educate, and support the sumo community with cheeky designs and training gear. Laugh at their fun graphics and proudly rep your sumo spirit - because sumo's got more than just power - it's got personality! <a href="http://www.cheekysumo.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.cheekysumo.com</a> </p> <p>Twitter @SumoKaboom<br> Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/</a><br> Facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/</a><br> YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast</a></p> <p>Check out our Sumo Kaboom tshirts and sweatshirts at Bonfire.com/sumokaboom</p> <p>Ever wonder where we get our research? Check out the Show Notes section of our website.</p> <p>Please follow, like or send us a review. It all helps! Thank you so much!</p> <p>Support Sumo Kaboom at <a href="http://www.ko-fi.com/sumokaboom" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.ko-fi.com/sumokaboom</a> </p> sumo kaboom, sumo, sumo wrestling, Japan, comedy, ozumo, hakuho, jsa Hakuho officially submitted his resignation from the JSA, and it was accepted. There's much to unpack here. Why? Why now? What will he do next?

More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game sponsored by bigsumofan.com at
www.sumokaboom.com We play Sumo BINGO every basho, and you can play with us. We give away sumo merch to our winners with the help of Big Sumo Fan and Cheeky Sumo.

Bigsumofan.com is an online sumo merch store based in US, and they ship to over 30 countries. www.bigsumofan.com

Cheeky Sumo is an online sumo-inspired apparel and merch company that aims to celebrate, educate, and support the sumo community with cheeky designs and training gear. Laugh at their fun graphics and proudly rep your sumo spirit - because sumo's got more than just power - it's got personality! www.cheekysumo.com

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]]> Hakuho officially submitted his resignation from the JSA, and it was accepted. There's much to unpack here. Why? Why now? What will he do next?

More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game sponsored by bigsumofan.com at
www.sumokaboom.com We play Sumo BINGO every basho, and you can play with us. We give away sumo merch to our winners with the help of Big Sumo Fan and Cheeky Sumo.

Bigsumofan.com is an online sumo merch store based in US, and they ship to over 30 countries. www.bigsumofan.com

Cheeky Sumo is an online sumo-inspired apparel and merch company that aims to celebrate, educate, and support the sumo community with cheeky designs and training gear. Laugh at their fun graphics and proudly rep your sumo spirit - because sumo's got more than just power - it's got personality! www.cheekysumo.com

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]]> 177: Sumo Scandals Part 4 - Violence https://sumokaboom.fireside.fm/177 422b3e30-92c3-417f-895c-36fe29f6cc56 Wed, 30 Aug 2023 16:00:00 -0500 Sumo Kaboom Podcast full Sumo Kaboom Podcast What happened in a heya in 2007 and how it changed sumo. ** This episode contains descriptions of violence. ** 39:08 yes <p>This episode describes one of sumo's darkest moments - a death of a sumo wrestler in 2007. We discuss the incident and then focus on what the JSA says it is doing to prevent this from happening again.</p> <p>Our Sumo Kaboom BINGO game is available to play every basho. 500 BINGO cards are available the Thursday before the basho begins. Go to <a href="http://www.sumokaboom.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.sumokaboom.com</a> for more details and to sign up. It's free. </p> <p>More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game:<br> <a href="http://www.sumokaboom.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.sumokaboom.com</a></p> <p>Twitter @SumoKaboom</p> <p>Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/</a></p> <p>Facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/</a></p> <p>YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast</a></p> <p>Check out our ever-changing Sumo Kaboom merch at Red Bubble: <a href="https://www.redbubble.com/people/SumoKaboom/explore?page=1&amp;sortOrder=recent" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">SumoKaboom.redbubble.com</a></p> <p>If you'd like to buy us a mawashi or support us monthly, you can sweeten the pot here: <a href="https://ko-fi.com/sumokaboom" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://ko-fi.com/sumokaboom</a> There's no way we could do this without you, so thank you!</p> <p>If you ever wonder where we get our research, check out the Show Notes section of our website.</p> <p>Please follow or send us a review. It all helps! Thank you so much! </p> violence, death, scandal, sumo kaboom, sumo, sumo wrestling This episode describes one of sumo's darkest moments - a death of a sumo wrestler in 2007. We discuss the incident and then focus on what the JSA says it is doing to prevent this from happening again.

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]]> This episode describes one of sumo's darkest moments - a death of a sumo wrestler in 2007. We discuss the incident and then focus on what the JSA says it is doing to prevent this from happening again.

Our Sumo Kaboom BINGO game is available to play every basho. 500 BINGO cards are available the Thursday before the basho begins. Go to www.sumokaboom.com for more details and to sign up. It's free.

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]]> All About Abi https://sumokaboom.fireside.fm/27 84a8c3c4-b7d9-498e-a5e6-0792f0d0be8e Wed, 12 Aug 2020 04:00:00 -0500 Sumo Kaboom Podcast full Sumo Kaboom Podcast Lots of news happened this week in the sumo world, from baby announcements to daring escapes and Abi. We break it all down and try to understand from an outsider's point of view. 36:33 no <p>Lots of news happened this week in the sumo world, from baby announcements to daring escapes and Abi. We break it all down and try to understand from an outsider's point of view. Plus, help Leslie find her next sumo boyfriend. </p> Abi, resignation, sumo wrestler, Takayasu, escape, heya, JSA, sumo, sumo wrestling, Japan, comedy, grand sumo, grand sumo highlights, NHK, tournament, improv comedy Lots of news happened this week in the sumo world, from baby announcements to daring escapes and Abi. We break it all down and try to understand from an outsider's point of view. Plus, help Leslie find her next sumo boyfriend.

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]]> Kanreki and the JSA https://sumokaboom.fireside.fm/11 2dbbd1f3-98d0-42a7-a7e3-8015d14bd5cf Wed, 22 Apr 2020 04:00:00 -0500 Sumo Kaboom Podcast full Sumo Kaboom Podcast What's a Kanreki dohyo-iri and what is the Japan Sumo Association? 36:38 no <p>What's a Kanreki dohyo-iri and what is the Japan Sumo Association? </p> kanreki, JSA, Japan Sumo Association, sumo, sumo wrestling, Japan, comedy, grand sumo, grand sumo highlights, NHK, tournament, improv comedy What's a Kanreki dohyo-iri and what is the Japan Sumo Association?

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