Stoa Conversations: Stoicism Applied

Nov 19 2024 158 ep. 53 mins 76
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Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay discuss how to build resilience, develop virtue, and make sense of the world through Stoic philosophy.

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Bryan Caplan on Epicureanism, Agency, and Self-Help (Episode 158)

Nov 19 2024 58 mins  
Bryan Caplan, economist and bestselling author, discusses practical wisdom from modern economics and ancient philosophy. He argues against medicalization of human behavior, champions personal agency, and reveals why appeasement often beats confrontation. Caplan shows how lessons from economics can serve as self-help and why creating a "social bubble" – the modern version of an E

You Are Not Your Thoughts But You Are How You Think (Episode 157)

Nov 12 2024 48 mins  
Michael and Caleb explore how understanding ourselves as our faculty of choice—not our bodies, possessions, or reputation—transforms our approach to life's challenges. Learn how clarifying what we are (and aren't) guides self-improvement and decision-making, unlocks insights in Stoic theory, and ultimately leads to a more tranquil existence. (06:10) Why It Matters Who We Are

The Stoic's Guide to Perspective: Epictetus's Handbook 26 (Episode 156)

Nov 05 2024 26 mins  
Why Epictetus tells us to compare our suffering to others. This simple exercise can help you in times of crisis. Join Michael as he breaks down Epictetus's Handbook 26. *** Subscribe to The Stoa Letter for weekly meditations, actions, and links to the best Stoic resources: www.stoaletter.com/subscribe [http://www.stoaletter.com/subscribe] Download the Stoa app (it's a free dow

Spencer Klavan on Science vs. Religion (and Why the Stoics Were Not Materialists) (Episode 155)

Oct 29 2024 58 mins  
Has Science proven that the world is nothing more than a physical machine without overarching purpose? Spencer Klavan's most recent book answers with an emphatic no. Ancient philosophy and modern science reveal that the worldview of materialism is not enough. Instead, our picture of the world must include mind as a fundamental ingredient – just as the Stoic and Christian worldv

Why Most Things Do Not Matter: Indifferents (Episode 154)

Oct 22 2024 14 mins  
What if the things you obsess over daily don't ultimately matter? The ancient Stoics had a radical idea: most of what we chase - wealth, fame, even health - is neither good nor bad. They called these things "indifferents." In this episode, Caleb reads his short piece on indifferents and adds additional commentary. Read the piece: https://www.stoaletter.com/p/indifferents *** Su

Epictetus on Insults, Fortitude, and Doing Your Best (Episode 153)

Oct 15 2024 35 mins  
In this episode, Michael and Caleb break down Handbook 42, where Epictetus lays out Socratic Intellectualism and explains why people's harsh words say more about them than you This episode will challenge your assumptions about conflict and equip you with practical Stoic tools for navigating a world of criticism and misunderstanding. (00:52) Epictetus's Handbook 42 (05:48) Empath

The Stoic Wealth Mindset (Episode 152)

Oct 08 2024 34 mins  
Money talks, but what do the Stoics say about it? In this episode, Caleb and Michael dive into the relationship between Stoicism and wealth. They explore the risks of chasing riches, the virtue of moderation, and why philosophy should come before your bank account. You'll hear Epictetus' take on why honesty trumps money-making and Seneca's surprising advice on the "shortest cut t

Brigid Delaney on Reasons not to Worry (Episode 151)

Oct 01 2024 73 mins  
Michael talks with Brigid Delaney about her journey into Stoicism, the value it has had in her life, and the unique role it has to play in helping others. Reasons Not To Worry [https://amzn.to/3XR93q3] (03:41) Stoicism vs Wellness (13:15) Ataraxia (18:07) Stoic Friends (20:26) Favorite Stoic (24:14) How To Explore The Stoics (29:47) Persauding Non-Stoics (34:11) Stripping A

Stoic Justice (Episode 150)

Sep 24 2024 53 mins  
The four pillars of Stoic Justice. Justice isn't just about courtrooms and laws. For the Stoics, it was a way of life. In this episode, Caleb and Michael break down the four components of Stoic justice: piety, kindness, good fellowship, and fair dealing. They explore how these ideas apply to our lives today, from helping strangers to making tough business decisions. You'll learn

Seneca's Advice On Nervous Ticks, Embarrassment, and Cringe (Episode 149)

Sep 17 2024 24 mins  
Blushing, sweating, stumbling over words - we've all been there. But what if these physical reactions are holding you back from greatness? In this episode, Caleb and Michael unpack Seneca's advice on handling embarrassment like a Stoic. (00:46) Embarrassing Introduction (04:50) Seneca On Blushing (08:08) Feelings vs Judgments (10:02) You Are Not A Horse (13:05) Embarrassment For