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Get on the show.
Or sponsor it.

The podcast is the heart of Kumite Lifestyle — every episode is a real conversation with someone living the lifestyle, on or off the mat. We're always looking for our next great guest, and for brands ready to grow alongside this community.

Whether you have a story to share or a business to amplify, this is the most direct way to connect with the Kumite Lifestyle audience. Pick the path below that fits you.

Be a Guest
Come on the podcast.

We sit down with fighters, coaches, athletes, parents, entrepreneurs, students, and everyday people doing real work in the world. You don't need a title or a following to be a guest. You need a story worth telling and the willingness to share it honestly.

Every conversation is warm, unscripted, and built around who you are — not a checklist of questions. We do the homework so you can show up and just talk.

Two ways to come on the show.

There are two paths to the mic. Here's how guests join Kumite Lifestyle.

Host Invitation

The host personally reaches out to people whose stories, work, or perspective fit the show. No application needed.

Apply Online

Submit the guest application below. Open to anyone with a story worth telling — fighters, coaches, athletes, parents, entrepreneurs, students, and beyond.

A note on online applications.To keep the show authentic and the audience trusting, every online application includes a brief verification step. Approved online applicants are then invited to confirm their booking with a $50 guest fee — which covers one hour of recording with the host plus post-production on your episode. Payment is only requested after your application is reviewed and approved, never up front. Guests who join through a host invitation are not subject to this fee.

A Real Conversation

No script. No gotchas. We talk about your journey, your perspective, and what matters most to you. 60–90 minutes, relaxed.

In Person or Remote

Join us in studio or record from anywhere via Zoom. We provide the gear in person; we'll guide your setup remotely.

Polished Production

Professionally edited audio and video. You get the published episode to share, plus social-ready clips after release.

Distributed Everywhere

Your episode goes live on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and every major platform.

How it works.

Five simple steps from your application to your episode going live.

1
Submit your application

Apply via the guest form below — or come in through a host invitation. Tell us who you are, what you do, and what you'd want to talk about.

2
We review your application

Every application is read personally. Online applicants go through a brief verification step to ensure brand alignment and integrity. Invited guests skip this step.

3
If approved, we confirm next steps

We email you to schedule a brief intro call and align on topics. Approved online applicants confirm their booking with a $50 guest fee at this stage — which covers one hour of recording with the host plus post-production on your episode. Paid only after approval, never up front.

4
We schedule and record

Choose in-person or remote. We send you a prep sheet so you walk in knowing exactly what to expect.

5
Your episode goes live

Edited, polished, and released across every platform. You get the link, social clips, and a thank-you from the team.

Ready to share your story?
The guest application takes about 5 minutes. We respond personally to every submission.
Apply to Be a Guest →
Sponsor the Show
Feature your business on the podcast.

Kumite Lifestyle reaches an audience of athletes, coaches, parents, entrepreneurs, and everyday people who care about discipline, growth, and the mindset of doing hard things well. They're loyal, engaged, and ready to support brands that match the mission.

If your business serves athletes, fitness-minded people, families, or anyone chasing growth — sponsoring the show puts your brand directly in front of the people most likely to engage. No banner ads, no flat reads. Just authentic, host-delivered integrations woven into the conversation.

Editorial Integrity
The show stays the show.

Sponsorship helps us keep producing, growing, and improving — but it never directs the work. Every guest, every topic, and every conversation is chosen by the host and the team. Partners support the mission; they never shape it. The Kumite Lifestyle podcast is built on authenticity, and the voice and direction of the show remain entirely in the hands of the host. Always.

What sponsorship includes.
Host-Read Integration

Your message read by the host in our voice — never canned, never disconnected from the conversation.

Multi-Platform Reach

Your sponsorship plays on every distribution platform — YouTube, Spotify, Apple, Amazon, iHeart, and more.

Social Amplification

Your brand featured in show notes, episode promos, and social posts across our Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and more.

Real Partnership

We don't take just any sponsor. Every partnership is brand-aligned, vetted, and treated like a long-term relationship.

Sponsorship packages.

Three clear tiers built for any brand and any budget. Single-episode rates listed below — multi-episode commitments save up to 25%, and quarterly packages save the most.

Tier 1
Pre-Roll
~30 second host-read · start of episode
Single episode$150
4-episode pack$500
Monthly (4 eps)$450/mo
Submit Application →
Tier 2 · Most popular
Mid-Roll
~60 second integration · middle of episode
Single episode$250
4-episode pack$850
Monthly (4 eps)$750/mo
Submit Application →
Tier 3 · Premium
Title Sponsor
Full episode · pre + mid + outro + social
Single episode$750
4-episode pack$2,500
Quarterly (12 eps)$6,500
Submit Application →

Looking for something custom? Long-term partnerships, multi-quarter campaigns, exclusivity within your category, branded content series — we tailor packages to fit your goals. Reach out below and we'll build a proposal together. Rates effective for the 2026 season; subject to update as the audience grows.

How it works.
1
Reach out

Send us a brief inquiry telling us about your brand and what you're looking for. We respond within 2 business days.

2
Discovery call

A short, no-pressure conversation about your goals, audience fit, and the kind of partnership that would work best.

3
Package and proposal

We send you a clear, transparent proposal with placements, deliverables, timeline, and rates. No surprises.

4
Your brand goes live

Once aligned, your sponsorship is woven into upcoming episodes. We send you the live links and ongoing performance updates.

Ready to sponsor an episode?
Submit the application below — we'll respond personally within 2 business days.
Apply to Sponsor →

Whether you're sharing a story or growing a brand, the podcast is built to make both feel real, professional, and worth your time. We're glad you're considering it.

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