The Professor in the Cage

When a mixed martial arts gym opens nearby, Jonathan Gottschall decides to confront his fears and train for a real cage fight, embarking on a challenging personal journey that explores the nature of male violence and our fascination with combat. Over nearly two years of intense training, he experiences pain, humiliation, and growth, ultimately gaining insights into the cultural role of ritualized fighting. His story reveals how such combat has historically served as a crucial way to channel aggression and maintain social order.