web02.fireside.fm Tue, 14 Apr 2026 21:27:45 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Sumo Kaboom - Episodes Tagged with “Wanpaku” https://sumokaboom.fireside.fm/tags/wanpaku Wed, 11 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 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 290: The Hakuho Cup and Youth Sumo https://sumokaboom.fireside.fm/290 fd15d073-9251-4414-86cd-9911c1af6eb1 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0600 Sumo Kaboom Podcast full Sumo Kaboom Podcast In this episode, we discuss our Valentine's Day poll for the sweetest and sexiest sumo wrestlers, the Fuji Charity Tournament, and the Setsubun festival. We jump into the history and significance of wanpaku, or kids' sumo, and highlight the Hakuho Cup. 32:25 no Every Valentine's, we unofficially crown the Sexiest Sumo Wrestler of the Year and this year, we're also crowning the Sweetest Sumo Wrestler. We need YOU to vote for your choice. VOTE HERE through Valentine's Day, 2026 https://tinyurl.com/sweetandsexysumo26 In this episode, we discuss the Fuji Charity Tournament and the Setsubun festival. We delve into the history and significance of wanpaku, or kids' sumo, and highlight the Hakuho Cup, emphasizing Hakuho's role as an ambassador for the sport. Our conversation wraps up with reflections on the importance of youth participation in sumo and the cultural connections fostered through the sport. Wanna watch the Hakuho Cup online? hakuho-cup.com (https://hakuho-cup.com/) Takeaways: The Valentine's Day poll for sumo wrestlers is open until Valentine's Day. The February Fuji Charity Tournament is a significant event in the sumo calendar. Setsubun is a festival that marks the end of winter and the arrival of spring. It involves sumo wrestlers thowing beans. Wanpaku refers to children's sumo, emphasizing strength and discipline. The Hakuho Cup is a major event for youth sumo, attracting competitors from around the world. Hakuho plays a crucial role in promoting sumo globally. BINGO! More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game at 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. • 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 • Support us Ko-fi https://ko-fi.com/sumokaboom Twitter @SumoKaboom Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast • Check out our Sumo Kaboom tshirts and sweatshirts at Bonfire.com/sumokaboom • Ever wonder where we get our research? Check out the Show Notes section of our website. • Please follow, like or send us a review. It all helps! Thank you so much! sumo kaboom, sumo, sumo wrestling, Japan, Hakuho Cup, Wanpaku, Setsubun, Fuji Tournament, Sumo News, Kids in Sumo, Sumo Traditions, Valentine's Day, Every Valentine's, we unofficially crown the Sexiest Sumo Wrestler of the Year and this year, we're also crowning the Sweetest Sumo Wrestler. We need YOU to vote for your choice. VOTE HERE through Valentine's Day, 2026 https://tinyurl.com/sweetandsexysumo26

In this episode, we discuss the Fuji Charity Tournament and the Setsubun festival. We delve into the history and significance of wanpaku, or kids' sumo, and highlight the Hakuho Cup, emphasizing Hakuho's role as an ambassador for the sport. Our conversation wraps up with reflections on the importance of youth participation in sumo and the cultural connections fostered through the sport.

Wanna watch the Hakuho Cup online? hakuho-cup.com

Takeaways:
The Valentine's Day poll for sumo wrestlers is open until Valentine's Day.
The February Fuji Charity Tournament is a significant event in the sumo calendar.
Setsubun is a festival that marks the end of winter and the arrival of spring. It involves sumo wrestlers thowing beans.
Wanpaku refers to children's sumo, emphasizing strength and discipline.
The Hakuho Cup is a major event for youth sumo, attracting competitors from around the world.
Hakuho plays a crucial role in promoting sumo globally.

BINGO! More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game at 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.
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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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Support us Ko-fi https://ko-fi.com/sumokaboom
Twitter @SumoKaboom
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast
•
Check out our Sumo Kaboom tshirts and sweatshirts at Bonfire.com/sumokaboom
•
Ever wonder where we get our research? Check out the Show Notes section of our website.
•
Please follow, like or send us a review. It all helps! Thank you so much!

Support Sumo Kaboom

]]> Every Valentine's, we unofficially crown the Sexiest Sumo Wrestler of the Year and this year, we're also crowning the Sweetest Sumo Wrestler. We need YOU to vote for your choice. VOTE HERE through Valentine's Day, 2026 https://tinyurl.com/sweetandsexysumo26

In this episode, we discuss the Fuji Charity Tournament and the Setsubun festival. We delve into the history and significance of wanpaku, or kids' sumo, and highlight the Hakuho Cup, emphasizing Hakuho's role as an ambassador for the sport. Our conversation wraps up with reflections on the importance of youth participation in sumo and the cultural connections fostered through the sport.

Wanna watch the Hakuho Cup online? hakuho-cup.com

Takeaways:
The Valentine's Day poll for sumo wrestlers is open until Valentine's Day.
The February Fuji Charity Tournament is a significant event in the sumo calendar.
Setsubun is a festival that marks the end of winter and the arrival of spring. It involves sumo wrestlers thowing beans.
Wanpaku refers to children's sumo, emphasizing strength and discipline.
The Hakuho Cup is a major event for youth sumo, attracting competitors from around the world.
Hakuho plays a crucial role in promoting sumo globally.

BINGO! More about Sumo Kaboom and our BINGO game at 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.
•
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
•
Support us Ko-fi https://ko-fi.com/sumokaboom
Twitter @SumoKaboom
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sumokaboom/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SumoKaboom/
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/SumoKaboomPodcast
•
Check out our Sumo Kaboom tshirts and sweatshirts at Bonfire.com/sumokaboom
•
Ever wonder where we get our research? Check out the Show Notes section of our website.
•
Please follow, like or send us a review. It all helps! Thank you so much!

Support Sumo Kaboom

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