Episode #22: Whole Body Like Dogs P**** (Why Martial Arts Matter)

In this episode of the Fools and Sages podcast, Brian and Boaz discuss the relationship between martial arts and philosophy to further contextualize their meaning-making processes. They outline some of the historical context behind martial arts, discuss how martial arts can serve as a bridge between body and mind, outline some distinctions between internal and external martial arts, and more.

00:00 Martial Arts in Philosophy
03:08 The Dichotomy of Mind and Body in Western Thought
05:52 Martial Arts as a Reconnection of Consciousness and Physicality
08:52 Internal and External Martial Arts
11:50 The Psychological Dimensions of Martial Arts
14:45 Energy Concepts in Martial Arts and Yoga
17:54 The Internal and External Practices in Martial Arts
38:22 The Evolution of Martial Arts
41:12 Tai Chi: More Than Just Movement
45:39 The Historical Context of Martial Arts in China
52:01 The Transition from External to Internal Martial Arts
57:58 Linking Energy: The Connection of Jing, Qi, and Shen
01:06:14 The Relevance of Martial Arts in Modern Life