Existential Stoic Podcast

Sartre famously wrote, “Hell is–other people!”  Do other people frustrate you? In this episode, Danny and Randy explore why we can become frustrated by others. 

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Are you trying to prove your worth? Do you want others to see you? What happens when we die? In this episode, Danny and Randy discuss validation, success, death, and more.   

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Does the world seem less than perfect? Could humans do better? Is it possible to achieve an ideal?  In this episode, Danny and Randy discuss whether we can ever achieve an ideal world.

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Are you worried about climate change? Is there just too much trash, pollution, and waste in the world? Should we be doing more to improve the world around us? In this episode, Danny and Randy discuss…

Are the gurus that sell courses and books on mindfulness really enlightened? What does it mean to be enlightened? Is enlightenment just a bunch of bs?  In this episode, Danny and Randy discuss whethe…

When you’re bored or depressed, why does it seem like time drags on? In contrast, why does time literally fly-by when you’re having fun? In this episode, Danny and Randy discuss time.   

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Is ancient wisdom too outdated? Why should you consult ancient wisdom to solve your problems? Can ancient wisdom really help in modern life?  In this episode, Danny and Randy discuss why ancient wisd…

Are you tired, overworked, or just plain exhausted? Do you find your mental health deteriorates when you are exhausted? In this episode, Danny and Randy discuss exhaustion.   

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“If it was meant to be, it would have happened…” “It’s okay, it just wasn’t meant to be.” What do we mean when we say something was or wasn’t “meant to be”? Is anything really meant to be? In this ep…

Do you ever think about your own mortality? Are you afraid of dying? What happens after we die? In this episode, Danny and Randy discuss death and other stuff.   

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Is your life your own? Do you feel like you’re constantly doing things because you have to, not because you want to? Do you know yourself? Danny and Randy discuss what it means to be true to yourself…

Have you ever lied to someone? Do you believe lying is always wrong? When, if ever, is lying justified? In this episode, Danny and Randy discuss whether lying is ever justified. 

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Do you want to start journaling, but you aren’t sure how to do it? What are the best ways to journal? Is there a right or wrong way to journal? Danny and Randy discuss how to journal. 

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Do other people easily frustrate you? Do people make you angry? In this episode, Danny and Randy discuss why people suck. 

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What is consciousness? Is the mind reducible to the physical, to neurons firing in the brain? What is the mind/body connection? Danny and Randy discuss the mind/body connection. 

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How often do you spend time in nature? Is technology distracting you from experiencing the world around you? In this episode, Danny and Randy discuss the role of nature in our lives. 

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Socrates famously said, “The only thing I know, is that I know nothing.” Do you think you know the truth? Why do you accept some claims as true and reject others? What can we actually know? Danny and…

Is going to work a struggle? Do you feel trapped at work? Does the thought of work make you exhausted…depressed? In this episode, Danny and Randy discuss why your job sucks.

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Do you dread feeling bad? How easily is your day ruined? Are bad days always bad? Danny and Randy discuss why our bad days are sometimes good. 

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Do you wish there was a guidebook for life? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, stress...? Where do you go to find answers for how to live a good life? In this episode, Danny and Randy discu…