# Sumo Wrestling on The No Agenda Show

Sumo Wrestling comes up in 9 chapters across 9 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from February 2011 to March 2026.

- **Chapters:** 9
- **Episodes:** 9
- **Discussed:** February 2011 – March 2026
- **Related topics:** [Japan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japan.md), [Nfl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nfl.md), [Nhk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nhk.md), [Terunofuji](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terunofuji.md), [Yokozuna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yokozuna.md), [Birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [F Cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/f-cancer.md), [Gambling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gambling.md), [Magic Numbers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/magic-numbers.md)

## Chapters 1–9 of 9

### Sumo Wrestling, American Sumo Football Concept

- **Episode:** [1848: Podcaster Down!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1848-podcaster-down.md)
- **Published:** 2026-03-05
- **Time:** 16:48–19:33
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1848-podcaster-down/chapter/sumo-wrestling-american-sumo-football-concept.md

The technical aspects of sumo wrestling are examined, focusing on the physical requirements and skill involved in the sport as documented by NHK. A proposal is made to combine sumo wrestling with American football or hot dog eating contests to create a new professional sports league in the United States.

Keywords: [sumo wrestling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sumo-wrestling.md), [nhk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nhk.md), [nfl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nfl.md), [sports](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sports.md), [japan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japan.md)

### Ukrainian Sumo Champion, Japanese Gambling Allegations

- **Episode:** [1819: FLOP30](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1819-flop30.md)
- **Published:** 2025-11-23
- **Time:** 3:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1819-flop30/chapter/ukrainian-sumo-champion-japanese-gambling-allegations.md

A Ukrainian wrestler won the Japanese sumo championship, a victory noted for the athlete's technical skill despite his pale appearance. Allegations of rigging and gambling surfaced regarding specific matches, including one involving Anasato, where officials were accused of making inconsistent calls. The Japanese public's affinity for gambling is cited as a potential factor in these controversial match outcomes.

Keywords: [sumo wrestling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sumo-wrestling.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [japan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japan.md), [gambling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gambling.md), [rigging](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rigging.md)

### Donor Thank-Yous, Sumo Wrestling Trivia, Birthday Shout-outs

- **Episode:** [1770: Control Grid](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1770-control-grid.md)
- **Published:** 2025-06-05
- **Time:** 3:01:24–3:09:17
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1770-control-grid/chapter/donor-thank-yous-sumo-wrestling-trivia-birthday-shout-outs.md

The hosts concluded the show by thanking individual donors who contributed $50 or more, including Baron Ladekin and Sir Loin. The segment included trivia about sumo wrestling following Ono Sato's promotion to the 75th Yokozuna and various birthday wishes for listeners and their family members. They also granted "F Cancer" and "Jobs" karma to several supporters as part of the show's closing traditions.

Keywords: [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [sumo wrestling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sumo-wrestling.md), onosato, [yokozuna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yokozuna.md), [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [f cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/f-cancer.md)

### Onosato Wins Sumo Championship, Japanese Wrestler Breaks Mongolian Streak

- **Episode:** [1768: Queer The Deal](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1768-queer-the-deal.md)
- **Published:** 2025-05-29
- **Time:** 2:07
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1768-queer-the-deal/chapter/onosato-wins-sumo-championship-japanese-wrestler-breaks-mongolian-streak.md

Onosato secured his fifth sumo tournament victory, marking a rare win for a Japanese-born wrestler after a four-year period of Mongolian dominance. The victory likely accelerates his promotion to the rank of Ozeki, though the hosts jokingly refer to the rank as Yakuza. Current top competitors include Mongolians Hoshoryu and Terunofuji, as well as emerging talent from Ukraine.

Keywords: onosato, [sumo wrestling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sumo-wrestling.md), [japan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japan.md), [mongolia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mongolia.md), [yakuza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yakuza.md), hoshoryu, [terunofuji](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terunofuji.md)

### Terunofuji Sumo Victory and Midori Fuji Performance

- **Episode:** [1681: Daddy Long Legs](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1681-daddy-long-legs.md)
- **Published:** 2024-07-28
- **Time:** 1:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1681-daddy-long-legs/chapter/terunofuji-sumo-victory-and-midori-fuji-performance.md

Terunofuji secured a major victory in sumo wrestling, officially achieving the rank of Daiyokozuna. Despite his size, he outperformed competitors, while the smaller wrestler Midori Fuji was noted for his speed and entertaining style despite a loss. The discussion highlights the lack of weight limits in the sport and the physical contrast between the top competitors.

Keywords: [terunofuji](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/terunofuji.md), midori fuji, [sumo wrestling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sumo-wrestling.md), daiyokozuna, sports news

### Atomafuji and the September Sumo Tournament

- **Episode:** [1592: Vermox](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1592-vermox.md)
- **Published:** 2023-09-21
- **Time:** 1:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1592-vermox/chapter/atomafuji-and-the-september-sumo-tournament.md

The discussion begins with an update on Atomafuji, a 21-year-old rising star in sumo wrestling. He is currently leading the September tournament with only a few matches remaining. Predictions are made regarding his potential to reach the rank of Yakuzuna given his impressive physical stature and early career performance.

Keywords: atomafuji, [sumo wrestling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sumo-wrestling.md), yakuzuna, september tournament, [japan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/japan.md)

### Sumo Wrestling, New York Weight Discrimination Bill

- **Episode:** [1557: Stern & Wrinkled](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1557-stern-wrinkled.md)
- **Published:** 2023-05-21
- **Time:** 2:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1557-stern-wrinkled/chapter/sumo-wrestling-new-york-weight-discrimination-bill.md

Taro no Fuji, a Mongolian-born Yokozuna, is currently leading the May sumo tournament with eight consecutive wins. New York City officials are moving to pass a bill prohibiting discrimination based on weight, which is characterized as unnecessary virtue signaling. The discussion contrasts the stability of traditional sports like sumo against modern political trends and global conflicts.

Keywords: taro no fuji, [yokozuna](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yokozuna.md), [sumo wrestling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sumo-wrestling.md), [new york city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-city.md), weight discrimination, [virtue signaling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/virtue-signaling.md)

### Sumo Wrestling, NFL Exhibition Match Proposal

- **Episode:** [1469: The Nurge](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1469-the-nurge.md)
- **Published:** 2022-07-17
- **Time:** 3:19
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1469-the-nurge/chapter/sumo-wrestling-nfl-exhibition-match-proposal.md

John C. Dvorak reports on the July sumo tournament and the performance of wrestler Terranofuji. The discussion covers the physical requirements of sumo, the training methods documented by NHK, and a hypothetical exhibition match between sumo wrestlers and NFL offensive guards.

Keywords: [sumo wrestling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sumo-wrestling.md), [nhk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nhk.md), [nfl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nfl.md), terranofuji, sports entertainment

### Sumo Match Fixing, Show Outro

- **Episode:** [275: The New Normal](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/275-the-new-normal.md)
- **Published:** 2011-02-03
- **Time:** 2:06:04–2:08:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/275-the-new-normal/chapter/sumo-match-fixing-show-outro.md

The hosts briefly mention a scandal involving match-fixing discovered on the cell phones of Japanese sumo wrestlers. They tease a future segment on "33 simple sex tips" from Men's Health magazine before signing off. The episode concludes with a reminder to visit Dvorak.org/NA for donations and to tune in for the next show on Sunday.

Keywords: [sumo wrestling](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sumo-wrestling.md), [match fixing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/match-fixing.md), [men's health](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/men-s-health.md), [magic numbers](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/magic-numbers.md), [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md)

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