The Warrior Priest Podcast

Donavon Riley reads and discusses the Epic of Gilgamesh. This episode, Enkidu is seduced, Gilgamesh receives visions, and a friendship emerges from conflict.

Donavon Riley discusses the consequences of embracing weakness and doubt and using failure to become mentally, physically, and emotionally stronger. Kevin Ross on the Joe Rogan Podcast: https://youtu.be/XiWYB_xTd9k

Donavon Riley reads and discusses the Epic of Gilgamesh. This episode, we're introduced to Gilgamesh and Enkidu, civilization and savagery, and the world as it is versus the world as we want it.

Donavon Riley reads and discusses an article by Marty Skovelund Jr., "The Philosophy of Inanimate Objects." Also, thoughts on upcoming episodes, moving from self to sacrifice, and what happens when we stop chasing after what everyone else wants. https://gillespie.coffee https://havokjournal.com/culture/the-philosophy-of-inanimate-objects/

Donavon Riley discusses learning to manage fear in competition and what experience can teach us about expecting the worst, losing, and breaking through mental barriers.

Donavon Riley reads and discusses philosopher and author, Sam Harris' reflection on his experience learning Brazilian jiu-jitsu. https://samharris.org/the-pleasures-of-drowning/

Donavon Riley reads and discusses Leo Jenkin's article, "You're Not Entitled to Your Own Opinion." Is everyone entitled to their own opinions, regardless of the time and energy they've invested (or not) in forming their opinions? How does a sense of entitlement alter our opinions, and our self-identity? https://havokjournal.com/culture/youre-not-entitled-to-your-own-opinion/

Donavon Riley reads and discusses Elizabeth Fagan's meditation on living the warrior's life. Are you showing you every day? Are you putting your heart into the work? Are you disciplined enough to do the things you don't want to do? https://www.instagram.com/mselizabethfagan/ https://youtu.be/XiWYB_xTd9k

Donavon Riley finishes reading and discussing Sebastian Junger's book, Tribe. This episode, what happens to people in a society that doesn't offer them the chance to act selflessly? How does a lack of connectedness contribute to peoples' selfish behaviors? https://www.sebastianjunger.com/tribe-by-sebastian-junger

Donavon Riley reads and discusses Sean Fagen's meditation on fear, "The Only Thing That Scares Me Is A Complete Lack Of Fear." What is your relationship with fear? Do you allow it to control you? Or do you use it to your advantage? https://www.instagram.com/seanfagan/ https://www.instagram.com/themuaythaiguy/