Hello and welcome to the WIRED podcast. Today, we’re talking about our new cover story: Why We Made a Guide to Winning a Fight. In the editor’s letter, we admit, “I don’t think there’s anything quite so satisfying as winning a fight—especially when you land that victory with a resounding and definitive punch to your opponent’s gut.” But this guide isn’t about glorifying violence. It’s about helping readers handle real-world threats. We teamed up with self-defense experts, MMA coaches, and legal advisors to build a step-by-step playbook: from de-escalation tactics to striking fundamentals and clinch escapes. You’ll learn how to maintain distance, spot danger before it strikes, and deliver every move with both precision and restraint. As the editor writes, “Our goal is simple: to help you protect yourself and walk away unscathed.” Whether you’re facing a bar fight or an unexpected mugger, this guide is your new secret weapon. Check it out in this month’s issue.
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