MMA Madness – the art of fighting
I knew nothing about Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) before this podcast. After just a few episodes, and watching a few fights (check out MMA Core, for eg) I’ve got a grounding of knowledge. A true example of a podcast teaching through example and passion.
the shows go for an hour, and feature interviews with trainers and fighters. Actually, the word interview mischaracterises what takes place; it’s more like a private discussion between friends and insiders. They talk about fights, ask about approaches and technique, and the answers come back clear and bright as a crystal. Like I said, I knew NOTHING at all about MMA before this podcast; but the talk is plain and direct, and one is humbled as one learns something with each Q&A.
Fighting is something very much on the male mind; we seem built for warfare. Not that women don’t have aggressive urges, but males of all species are driven by that unholy testosterone urge. The urge to strike, grapple, and take down … organised combat is one way to play this out. You know, there is more to fighting than mere boxing. MMA has shown me that.
one can have disdain on such sports and practices, but there is a fundamental reality to our bodies. Our knees are more than mere joints.
An intriguing journey.
