Stoic Solutions Podcast

You're listening to the Stoic Solutions Podcast - practical wisdom for everyday life inspired by the ancient tradition of Stoic Philosophy from Greece and Rome. I'm your host, Justin Vacula. Visit my website at StoicSolutionsPodcast.com. This is episode 106: Soul in the Game: The Art of a Meaningful Life. I speak with author Vitaliy Katsenelson about topics in his book, including applications of Stoic Philosophy, the benefits of a frugal life, finding fulfillment, and mindfulness. Vitaliy Katsenelson was born in Murmansk, USSR, and immigrated to the United States with his family in 1991. After joining Denver-based value investment firm IMA in 1997, Vitaliy became Chief Investment Officer in 2007, and CEO in 2012. Vitaliy has written two books on investing and is an award-winning writer. Known for his uncommon common sense, Forbes Magazine called him “The New Benjamin Graham.” Soul in the Game is a book of inspiring stories and hard-won lessons on how to live a meaningful life, crafted by investor and writer Vitaliy Katsenelson. Drawing from the lives of classical composers, ancient Stoics, and contemporary thinkers, Katsenelson weaves together a tapestry of practical wisdom that has helped him overcome his greatest challenges: in work, family, identity, health – and in dealing with success, failure, and more. Support my work through Patreon. Use referral links to various products. http://justinvacula.com/donate/ Find Justin Vacula online and listen to past content: Main website: http://www.stoicsolutionspodcast.com/ SoundCloud: http://www.soundcloud.com/justinvacula iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/stoic-philosophy/id1264404483 YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/justinvacula Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/justin-vacula/stoic-philosophy Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen?authuser&u=0#/ps/I4gq7yzmfr63glwfvin2kmciifq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StoicSolutionsPodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StoicSolutions Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/justinvacula Justin’s other podcast: https://hurdygurdytravel.com/ Music: Birds by Scandinavianz https://soundcloud.com/scandinavianz Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/Birds-Scandinavianz Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/4iknKLfV2X8

You're listening to the Stoic Solutions Podcast - practical wisdom for everyday life inspired by the ancient tradition of Stoic Philosophy from Greece and Rome. I'm your host, Justin Vacula. Visit my website at StoicSolutionsPodcast.com. This is episode 105: Get Out of My Head: Creating Modern Clarity with Stoic Wisdom. I speak with M. Andrew McConnell about his recent book in the episode title. We talk about using time wisely, overcoming adversity, humility, finding fulfillment, and much more. M. Andrew McConnell is the Founder and CEO of Rented.com, the leading provider of technology, tools, and services to help vacation rental professionals optimize their portfolio of properties and The Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Get Out of My Head: Creating Modern Clarity with Stoic Wisdom. Prior to launching Rented, Andrew founded VacationFutures, Inc. and Rented Capital, LLC. Before striking out on his own, Andrew was a management consultant at McKinsey & Company, and a Director, Solutions Design at Axiom Global, Inc. A former member of the US National Team in Open Water Swimming, Andrew received his A.B. in History from Harvard University, his J.D. from Harvard Law School, and his LL.M. from the University of Cambridge, Trinity Hall. Find 'Get Out of My Head' on Amazon: https://smile.amazon.com/Get-Out-My-Head-Creating/dp/1637740751/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=wUa1Q&content-id=amzn1.sym.8cf3b8ef-6a74-45dc-9f0d-6409eb523603&pf_rd_p=8cf3b8ef-6a74-45dc-9f0d-6409eb523603&pf_rd_r=589CJV06CNTTGXSY5TCZ&pd_rd_wg=Igqnt&pd_rd_r=527dc3b3-b6c3-4472-9ab3-6ba9f93975a2&ref_=pd_gw_ci_mcx_mi Support my work through Patreon. Use referral links to various products. http://justinvacula.com/donate/ Find Justin Vacula online and listen to past content: Main website: http://www.stoicsolutionspodcast.com/ SoundCloud: http://www.soundcloud.com/justinvacula iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/stoic-philosophy/id1264404483 YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/justinvacula Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/justin-vacula/stoic-philosophy Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen?authuser&u=0#/ps/I4gq7yzmfr63glwfvin2kmciifq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StoicSolutionsPodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StoicSolutions Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/justinvacula Justin’s other podcast: https://hurdygurdytravel.com/ Music: Birds by Scandinavianz https://soundcloud.com/scandinavianz Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/Birds-Scandinavianz Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/4iknKLfV2X8

You're listening to the Stoic Solutions Podcast - practical wisdom for everyday life inspired by the ancient tradition of Stoic Philosophy from Greece and Rome. I'm your host, Justin Vacula. Visit my website at StoicSolutionsPodcast.com. This is episode 104: Metallica and Stoic Philosophy. I speak with Dr. William Irwin – a returning podcast guest – about his newest book, ‘The Meaning of Metallica: Ride the Lyrics.’ We talk about themes in Stoic Philosophy – found in the lyrics of Metallica songs – including the dangers of irrationality and relying on externals for happiness. We also talk about acceptance, humility, depression, self-improvement, and finding fulfillment. William Irwin is a Professor of Philosophy at King’s College in Pennsylvania. He is the author of several books, including The Free Market Existentialist and God Is a Question, Not an Answer. In addition, he is the General Editor of the Blackwell Philosophy and Pop Culture Series. Irwin’s most recent book, published in April 2022, is The Meaning of Metallica. Buy 'The Meaning of Metallica: Ride the Lyrics' on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Meaning-Metallica-Ride-Lyrics/dp/1770416188/ref=sr_1_1?crid=158QDZKDSOJ0U&keywords=meaning+of+metallica&qid=1656506365&sprefix=meaning+of+metallica%2Caps%2C144&sr=8-1 Dr. Irwin's King's College page: https://staff.kings.edu/sites/wtirwin/ Support my work through Patreon, SubscribeStar, the Cash App, and Paypal and use referral links: http://justinvacula.com/donate/ Find Justin Vacula online and listen to past content: Main website: http://www.stoicsolutionspodcast.com/ SoundCloud: http://www.soundcloud.com/justinvacula iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/stoic-philosophy/id1264404483 YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/justinvacula Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/justin-vacula/stoic-philosophy Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen?authuser&u=0#/ps/I4gq7yzmfr63glwfvin2kmciifq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StoicSolutionsPodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StoicSolutions Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/justinvacula Music: Birds by Scandinavianz https://soundcloud.com/scandinavianz Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/Birds-Scandinavianz Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/4iknKLfV2X8

You're listening to the Stoic Solutions Podcast - practical wisdom for everyday life inspired by the ancient tradition of Stoic Philosophy from Greece and Rome. I'm your host, Justin Vacula. Visit my website at StoicSolutionsPodcast.com. This is episode 103: Breakfast with Seneca: A Stoic Guide to the Art of Living. I speak with author David Fideler about his newest book dubbed a clear and faithful guide to the timeless, practical teachings of the Stoic Philosopher Seneca. David holds a PhD in philosophy and has been involved his entire life in exploring the contributions that ancient philosophy can make to the modern world. His books include Restoring the Soul of the World, The Pythagorean Sourcebook and Library, and he was invited to write the article for The New Dictionary of the History of Ideas on “Pythagoras and Pythagoreanism.” He’s also an advisor to the Plato’s Academy Centre project in Athens. Amazon - ‘Breakfast with Seneca' - https://www.amazon.com/Breakfast-Seneca-Stoic-Guide-Living-ebook/dp/B08X2YKWF3/ref=sr_1_1?crid=FUYEDKXJDK5R&keywords=breakfast+seneca&qid=1648391111&sprefix=breakfast+s%2Caps%2C313&sr=8-1 David's website: https://www.stoicinsights.com/ Contact David: https://www.stoicinsights.com/contact/ Support my work through Patreon, SubscribeStar, the Cash App, and Paypal and use referral links: http://justinvacula.com/donate/ Find Justin Vacula online and listen to past content: Main website: http://www.stoicsolutionspodcast.com/ SoundCloud: http://www.soundcloud.com/justinvacula iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/stoic-philosophy/id1264404483 YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/justinvacula Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/justin-vacula/stoic-philosophy Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen?authuser&u=0#/ps/I4gq7yzmfr63glwfvin2kmciifq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StoicSolutionsPodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StoicSolutions Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/justinvacula Music: Birds by Scandinavianz https://soundcloud.com/scandinavianz Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/Birds-Scandinavianz Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/4iknKLfV2X8

You're listening to the Stoic Solutions Podcast - practical wisdom for everyday life inspired by the ancient tradition of Stoic Philosophy from Greece and Rome. I'm your host, Justin Vacula. Visit my website at StoicSolutionsPodcast.com This is episode 102: Confined to Align: A Journey to Wellbeing. I speak with author Ashley Lyn Olson about her recovery from surgery finding parallels with themes in Stoic Philosophy. Ashley became paralyzed and suffered a major head injury at the age of 14 following a car accident that killed her father, crippled her mother, and injured her younger sister. Years after the accident, she suffered further complications we discuss in our conversation. Ashley offers a message of hope and resilience in overcoming extreme challenges. Today, she hosts wheelchairtraveling.com and has appeared in many magazines, was featured in several podcasts, and speaks at conferences, universities, and other venues. Amazon - ‘Confined to Align’ - https://www.amazon.com/Confined-Align-Ashley-Lyn-Olson/dp/B09GD2J83M/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Ashley’s email: info@wheelchairtraveling.com Ashley’s website: https://wheelchairtraveling.com/ Support my work through Patreon, SubscribeStar, the Cash App, and Paypal. Use referral links to various products. http://justinvacula.com/donate/ Find Justin Vacula online and listen to past content: Main website: http://www.stoicsolutionspodcast.com/ SoundCloud: http://www.soundcloud.com/justinvacula iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/stoic-philosophy/id1264404483 YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/justinvacula Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/justin-vacula/stoic-philosophy Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen?authuser&u=0#/ps/I4gq7yzmfr63glwfvin2kmciifq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StoicSolutionsPodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StoicSolutions Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/justinvacula Justin’s other podcast: https://hurdygurdytravel.com/ Music: Birds by Scandinavianz https://soundcloud.com/scandinavianz Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/Birds-Scandinavianz Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/4iknKLfV2X8

You're listening to the Stoic Solutions Podcast - practical wisdom for everyday life inspired by the ancient tradition of Stoic Philosophy from Greece and Rome. I'm your host, Justin Vacula. Visit my website at StoicSolutionsPodcast.com. This is episode 101: Philosophy in Poetry with Dr. William Irwin. Dr. Irwin and I talk about his new books ‘Always Dao’ and ‘Both/And’ finding parallels with Stoic Philosophy. William Irwin is the Chair of Philosophy at King's College in Pennsylvania. Irwin is best known for having originated the philosophy and popular culture genre of books with Seinfeld and Philosophy (1999), The Simpsons and Philosophy (2001), and The Matrix and Philosophy (2002) and many books following. Amazon - ‘Always Dao’ - https://www.amazon.com/Always-Dao-William-Irwin/dp/1956056041/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1641955336&sr=1-1 Amazon - ‘Both/And’ - https://www.amazon.com/Both-William-Irwin/dp/1737722704/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Irwin email: WilliamIrwin@kings.edu Irwin Twitter: https://twitter.com/williamirwin38 Support my work through Patreon, SubscribeStar, the Cash App, and Paypal and use referral links: http://justinvacula.com/donate/ Find Justin Vacula online and listen to past content: Main website: http://www.stoicsolutionspodcast.com/ SoundCloud: http://www.soundcloud.com/justinvacula iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/stoic-philosophy/id1264404483 YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/justinvacula Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/justin-vacula/stoic-philosophy Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen?authuser&u=0#/ps/I4gq7yzmfr63glwfvin2kmciifq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StoicSolutionsPodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StoicSolutions Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/justinvacula Justin’s other podcast: https://hurdygurdytravel.com/ Music: Birds by Scandinavianz https://soundcloud.com/scandinavianz Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/Birds-Scandinavianz Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/4iknKLfV2X8

You're listening to the Stoic Solutions Podcast - practical wisdom for everyday life inspired by ancient philosophers of Greece and Rome. I'm your host, Justin Vacula. Visit my website at stoicsolutionspodcast.com. This is episode 100 - An Extraordinarily Ordinary Life: Lessons Learned with Tim Carlin. In An Extraordinarily Ordinary Life, Tim draws on his past experiences to give readers a crash course on facing life’s challenges and seizing its opportunities. You’ll learn: To look to the future, not in the rearview mirror Why taking the easy way out is selling yourself short The benefit of not following the crowd And much, much more Tim will help you take what you have and make the most of it. He knows that small changes, when taken together, allow you to change your world for the better! Enjoy the conversation! Amazon link to Tim's book: https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinarily-Ordinary-Life-Lessons-Learned/dp/1544509588/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=time+carlin+book&qid=1639581474&sr=8-1 Support my work through Patreon, SubscribeStar, the Cash App, and Paypal and use referral links: http://justinvacula.com/donate/ Find Justin Vacula online and listen to past content: Main website: http://www.stoicsolutionspodcast.com/ SoundCloud: http://www.soundcloud.com/justinvacula iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/stoic-philosophy/id1264404483 YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/justinvacula Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/justin-vacula/stoic-philosophy Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen?authuser&u=0#/ps/I4gq7yzmfr63glwfvin2kmciifq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StoicSolutionsPodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StoicSolutions Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/justinvacula Music: Birds by Scandinavianz https://soundcloud.com/scandinavianz Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/Birds-Scandinavianz Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/4iknKLfV2X8

You're listening to the Stoic Solutions Podcast - practical wisdom for everyday life inspired by ancient philosophers of Greece and Rome. I'm your host, Justin Vacula. Visit my website at stoicsolutionspodcast.com. This is episode 99 – A Field Guide to A Happy Life with Massimo Pigliucci. In A FIELD GUIDE TO A HAPPY LIFE: 53 Brief Lessons for Living, Pigliucci brings the classic epitome of ancient Stoicism, Epictetus' Handbook, up to date. Here's a blurb from his book that matches with a conversation we had in 2020: The key to modern Stoicism, Pigliucci shows, is an emphasis on resilience and equanimity in the face of challenges and setbacks. Stoicism isn't about cultivating indifference to our social and emotional lives. It's about learning to endure life's hardships without being overwhelmed, while enjoying life's pleasures with “humility and wisdom as our guides.” If we start with the “four cardinal virtues” (Practical Wisdom, Courage, Justice, and Temperance), we will grow into more honest, courageous, fair, and mindful individuals. In A FIELD GUIDE TO A HAPPY LIFE, Pigliucci shows how cultivating a Stoic mindset can help us navigate these uncertain times. Massimo Pigliucci is the K. D. Irani Professor of philosophy at the City College of New York. The author or editor of thirteen books, he has been published in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, Philosophy Now, and the Philosophers' Magazine, among others. He lives in New York City. Enjoy the conversation! Support my work through Patreon, SubscribeStar, the Cash App, and Paypal and use referral links: http://justinvacula.com/donate/ Find Justin Vacula online and listen to past content: Main website: http://www.stoicsolutionspodcast.com/ SoundCloud: http://www.soundcloud.com/justinvacula iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/stoic-philosophy/id1264404483 YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/justinvacula Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/justin-vacula/stoic-philosophy Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen?authuser&u=0#/ps/I4gq7yzmfr63glwfvin2kmciifq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StoicSolutionsPodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StoicSolutions Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/justinvacula Music: Birds by Scandinavianz https://soundcloud.com/scandinavianz Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/Birds-Scandinavianz Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/4iknKLfV2X8 Show notes: A Field Guide to a Happy Life on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Field-Guide-Happy-Life-Lessons/dp/1541646932

You're listening to the Stoic Solutions Podcast - practical wisdom for everyday life inspired by ancient philosophers of Greece and Rome. I'm your host, Justin Vacula. Visit my website at stoicsolutionspodcast.com. This is episode 98 – Being Better: Stoicism for a World Worth Living In with Kai Whiting. In his new book, Kai Whiting applies Stoic principles to contemporary issues. He shows that Stoicism is not an ivory-tower philosophy or a collection of Silicon Valley life hacks, but a vital way of life that helps us live simply, improve our communities, and find peace in a turbulent world. Support my work through Patreon, SubscribeStar, the Cash App, and Paypal and use referral links: http://justinvacula.com/donate/ Find Justin Vacula online and listen to past content: Main website: http://www.stoicsolutionspodcast.com/ SoundCloud: http://www.soundcloud.com/justinvacula iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/stoic-philosophy/id1264404483 YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/justinvacula Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/justin-vacula/stoic-philosophy Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen?authuser&u=0#/ps/I4gq7yzmfr63glwfvin2kmciifq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StoicSolutionsPodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StoicSolutions Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/justinvacula Music: Birds by Scandinavianz https://soundcloud.com/scandinavianz Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/Birds-Scandinavianz Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/4iknKLfV2X8

You're listening to the Stoic Solutions Podcast - practical wisdom for everyday life inspired by ancient philosophers of Greece and Rome. I'm your host, Justin Vacula. Visit my website at stoicsolutionspodcast.com. This is episode 97 – Ben Aldridge: How to Be Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable – 43 Weird and Wonderful Ways to Build a Strong Resilient Mindset. We talk about how to overcome anxiety, the value of taking on challenges, and improving mindset. Ben Aldridge writes about practical philosophy, comfort zones, mental health and adventure. His first book How to Be Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable: 43 Weird & Wonderful Ways to Build a Strong Resilient Mindset is an exploration of unique ways to leave our comfort zones, face our fears and overcome our anxieties. Heavily influenced by Stoicism, Buddhism, popular psychology and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Ben's challenges encourage us to get uncomfortable and experience the personal growth that we can only gain from pushing ourselves to the limit. Support my work through Patreon, SubscribeStar, the Cash App, and Paypal and use referral links: http://justinvacula.com/donate/ Find Justin Vacula online and listen to past content: Main website: http://www.stoicsolutionspodcast.com/ SoundCloud: http://www.soundcloud.com/justinvacula iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/stoic-philosophy/id1264404483 YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/justinvacula Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/justin-vacula/stoic-philosophy Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/listen?authuser&u=0#/ps/I4gq7yzmfr63glwfvin2kmciifq Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StoicSolutionsPodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StoicSolutions Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/justinvacula Engage at home or on-the-go with podcast listeners and people interested in Stoicism & Philosophy in my new interactive easy-to-use Discord chat channel: http://justinvacula.com/2018/04/02/stoic-solutions-podcast-discord-chat/ John Bartmann offered free consultation and audio edits for episodes 51-63. https://www.johnbartmann.com/ Thanks to Phil Giordana from the symphonic metal group Fairyland whose music was included in past episodes, but now removed because YouTube has been flagging my videos with copyright claims even though Phil agreed to share the music! https://www.facebook.com/Groupe.Fairyland.Officiel/ Music: Birds by Scandinavianz https://soundcloud.com/scandinavianz Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/Birds-Scandinavianz Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/4iknKLfV2X8 Show notes: Discover more at Ben's website and on social media: Website:www.benaldridge.com Book: https://www.amazon.com/How-Comfortable-Being-Uncomfortable-Wonderful/dp/1786783428/ref=sr_1_2?crid=NIF3IV4V9XAB&dchild=1&keywords=how+to+be+comfortable+with+being+uncomfortable&qid=1598195286&sprefix=how+to+be+com%2Caps%2C168&sr=8-2 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dothingsthatchallengeyou/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/iambenaldridge?lang=en