Episode

The Silly History of Beating People Up

Podcast: History of Everything
Published: Oct 28, 2025
Duration seconds: 4102
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Martial arts history began in prehistoric times, with evidence of combat techniques dating back to at least 3000 BC in Mesopotamia and ancient Egypt. Early forms like Pankration in Greece and Shuai Jiao in China developed thousands of years ago, while other traditions like Malla Yuddha emerged in India around the same time. Over centuries, these ancient practices evolved through cultural exchange and military strategy, influencing the development of modern systems worldwide. Some of these though...are pretty silly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices