Dr. Antonio Graceffo helps us understand wrestling as a cultural phenomenon that doesn't exist in a vacuum, but rather something that can tell you more about a peoples values as they interact will others.

We went into some deep waters, but I really believe you have to check his book to fully appreciate his work. 

https://www.amazon.com/Wrestlers-Dissertation-Shanghai-University-Wrestling-ebook/dp/B07954KMVP

Dr. Graceffo's talk on the Todd Atkin's Show about COVID 19 and Chinese Politics

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-17-cornonavirus-martial-arts-dr-antonio-graceffo/id1497188055?i=1000469810266