Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is rapidly becoming the most popular sport in the United States. While many view it as a modern trend, the techniques displayed by today’s top fighters have roots that trace back centuries, originating from diverse cultures around the world, including Japan, Brazil, Greece, and Thailand. In this episode, hosts Bill Duff and Jason Chambers delve into the intriguing realm of American MMA, examining its rise to prominence and captivating backstory. They will train with some of the sport's elite masters, investigate the history behind the most effective moves, and ultimately take on a talented MMA fighter in an exhibition match.
Show
Human Weapon
Episode
S01E09
Air Date
Sep 28, 2007
Season 1 Episodes
S01E01
Muay Thai: Ultimate Striking
S01E02
Eskrima Stickfighting
S01E03
Karate
S01E04
Savate Streetfighting
S01E05
Judo: Samurai Legacy
S01E06
Pankration: The Original Martial Art
S01E07
Krav Maga of the Israeli Commandos
S01E08
Marine Corps Martial Arts
S01E09
MMA: America's Extreme Fighting
S01E10
Kung Fu
S01E11
Sambo: Russia's Extreme Fighting
S01E12
Cambodian Bloodsport
S01E13
Silat: Martial Art of Malaysia
S01E14
Ninjutsu
S01E15
Taekwondo