Stoa Conversations: Stoicism Applied

Dr. Randolph Nesse, author of 'Good Reasons for Bad Feelings,' discusses anxiety from an evolutionary perspective. The podcast explores the evolutionary origins of anxiety, the role of commitment in social groups, imposter syndrome, mental health treatments, charisma, and human nature. Delve into the essential conversation on understanding negative emotions and insights of the Stoics.

In this conversation, we discuss failure, how to avoid it, and how to deal with it when it happens. We explore the Stoic philosophy regarding desire and aversion, embracing failure for personal growth, and strategies for success and resilience.

Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenCatherine Wilson is a Professor of Philosophy, currently at the City University of New York. She is the author of How to Be an Epicurean: The Ancient Art of Living Well, which covers Epicureanism, an ancient philosophy, as a way of life.In this conversation Michael and Catherine cover the basics of Epicureanism, a philosophical alternative to Stoicism based on minimizing the painful experiences of yourself and others, while maximizing enjoyment. They also discuss the contrasts between Stoicism and Epicureanism, including the idea that Stoicism is a tool for stress management, while Epicureanism is a tool for stress avoidance.This conversation is a must for anyone interested in expanding their knowledge of Hellenistic philosophy, or anyone interested in ancient philosophies of life besides Stoicism.(01:33) Stoicism vs Epicureanism(03:45) Convention vs Nature(10:13) Epicurean Altruism(20:35) The Garden(25:17) Back to Convention(29:11) Intellectual Pleasure(30:49) Stoicism vs Epicureanism, Revisited***Subscribe to The Stoa Letter for weekly meditations, actions, and links to the best Stoic resources: www.stoaletter.com/subscribeDownload the Stoa app (it’s a free download): stoameditation.com/podIf you try the Stoa app and find it useful, but truly cannot afford it, email us and we'll set you up with a free account.Listen to more episodes and learn more here: https://stoameditation.com/blog/stoa-conversations/Thanks to Michael Levy for graciously letting us use his music in the conversations: https://ancientlyre.com/ Get full access to The Stoa Letter at www.stoaletter.com/subscribe

Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenIn this conversation, we review Ryan Holiday and Stephen Hanselman’s Lives of the Stoics, focusing on their accounts of the big three Roman Stoics: Seneca, Epictetus, and Marcus Aurelius. This is a great episode for getting a sense of the lives of key figures we talk about.Stoicism Applied course(02:54) Introduction(08:39) Seneca the Striver(24:00) Epictetus the Free Man(37:16) Marcus Aurelius the Philosopher King ***Subscribe to The Stoa Letter for weekly meditations, actions, and links to the best Stoic resources: www.stoaletter.com/subscribeDownload the Stoa app (it’s a free download): stoameditation.com/podIf you try the Stoa app and find it useful, but truly cannot afford it, email us and we'll set you up with a free account.Listen to more episodes and learn more here: https://stoameditation.com/blog/stoa-conversations/Thanks to Michael Levy for graciously letting us use his music in the conversations: https://ancientlyre.com/ Get full access to The Stoa Letter at www.stoaletter.com/subscribe

Author and expert on the Renaissance, David Fideler, discusses the influence of Stoicism during the Renaissance and what Modern Stoics today can learn from the Renaissance Humanists. The conversation touches on history, education, and virtue ethics, highlighting the impact of stoic practices on society and the potential for integrating Stoic philosophy into education.

This podcast explores the stoic practice of Memento Mori, emphasizing the importance of keeping death in mind to live well. The hosts discuss the Stoic view of death, overcoming fear of death and pain, accepting death as a dispreferred indifference, and the fear of pursuing a positive vision. They also delve into different approaches to practicing stoicism and the significance of reflection and exploration.

Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenIn this conversation, Caleb speaks with the investor, author, and philosopher Michael Gibson.You’ll hear why Michael thinks novelists are the successors of Plato, what some of the key entrepreneurial virtues he looks for are, how a philosopher like him ended up managing a sizable venture capitalist fund, and what his criticisms are of Stoicism in Silicon Valley. So I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did and do check out his most recent book: Paper Belt on Fire – as it has a number of gems we don’t even begin to touch on.https://www.1517fund.com/(09:29) Redesigning Academic Philosophy(19:34) The Meaning of Polytropon(23:18) Do Founders Need a Life Philosophy?(26:38) Does Virtue Pay?(31:54) Virtue Ethics in Entrepreneurship(33:55) Stoicism and Silicon Valley(50:22) A Role Model***Subscribe to The Stoa Letter for weekly meditations, actions, and links to the best Stoic resources: www.stoaletter.com/subscribeDownload the Stoa app (it’s a free download): stoameditation.com/podIf you try the Stoa app and find it useful, but truly cannot afford it, email us and we'll set you up with a free account.Listen to more episodes and learn more here: https://stoameditation.com/blog/stoa-conversations/Thanks to Michael Levy for graciously letting us use his music in the conversations: https://ancientlyre.com/ Get full access to The Stoa Letter at www.stoaletter.com/subscribe

Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenIn this conversation, Michael and Caleb talk about philosophy graduate school. We discuss the good, bad, and interesting. You’ll learn why we think it’s awesome, but fewer people should go to graduate school and whether we’d do the experience again.(01:31) Our Academic Stories(07:45) Logic in the Academy(12:52) Getting Paid $$$(18:15) Custodians of Civilization(21:33) Surrounded by Serious People(24:09) Bad Business(28:56) Too Many Graduate Students(33:33) A Culture of Perfection(36:56) Philosophies of Life(42:21) The Obsession about Prestige(48:23) Making Graduate School Better(52:10) Would You Do Graduate School Again?***Subscribe to The Stoa Letter for weekly meditations, actions, and links to the best Stoic resources: www.stoaletter.com/subscribeDownload the Stoa app (it’s a free download): stoameditation.com/podIf you try the Stoa app and find it useful, but truly cannot afford it, email us and we'll set you up with a free account.Listen to more episodes and learn more here: https://stoameditation.com/blog/stoa-conversations/Thanks to Michael Levy for graciously letting us use his music in the conversations: https://ancientlyre.com/ Get full access to The Stoa Letter at www.stoaletter.com/subscribe

Leo Konstantakos, a veteran and professor of international relations, discusses various topics related to Stoicism, including seeing Socrates in a new light, Stoicism in ancient Sparta, justice in the ancient world, and the question of whether someone can be Stoic today. The conversation explores the dichotomy of control, appropriate action in different social roles, Stoic justice, and the dangers and benefits of identifying as a Stoic. Overall, an insightful and thought-provoking discussion on Stoicism.

Caleb and Michael explore skepticism as a rival philosophy to stoicism, discussing its origins and epistemological commitments. They delve into the gap between perception and reality, emphasizing the importance of suspending judgment and skill-building. The ongoing debate between skeptics and stoics is explored, along with the value of skepticism in today's uncertain world.