Join Michael and Caleb as they delve into the eccentric world of Diogenes the Cynic, a foundational figure in Stoic philosophy known for living in a barrel. They discuss Epictetus's views on freedom and how Diogenes challenged societal norms with his radical lifestyle. Anecdotes reveal his humorous quest for honesty, including encounters with Plato and Alexander the Great. The conversation sheds light on Cynicism's minimalist approach to life, emphasizing self-awareness and personal autonomy while provoking thought about the nature of true freedom.