Perennial Wisdom

On this weekend edition of In Search of Wisdom, we look to Marcus Aurelius for wisdom. In this podcast, Joshua reflects on a short passage from Meditations (4.49) and discusses how to think about har…

In this episode, I speak to Tim Ash the author of Unleash Your Primal Brain: Demystifying how we think and why we act. Tim is an authority on evolutionary psychology and digital marketing. Tim is a h…

In this episode, I speak to Mark Van Buren the author of Your Life Is Meditation and A Fool’s Guide to Actual Happiness. Mark is a go-to guide for meditation and mindfulness-based training. With well…

In this episode, I speak to Estelle Frankel the author of The Wisdom of Not Knowing: Discovering a Life of Wonder by Embracing Uncertainty and Sacred Therapy. Estelle is a practicing psychotherapist,…

In this episode, I speak to Eric Zimmer the host of The One You Feed Podcast. Eric is a behavior coach, author, and someone deeply inspired by the quest to understand how our minds work and how to in…

In this episode, I speak to Dr. Drew Moser the author of The Enneagram of Discernment: The Way of Vocation, Wisdom, and Practice.  Drew is an expert enneagram-based coach, teacher, and co-host of Fat…

In this episode, I speak to Joseph Badaracco the author of Step Back: Bringing the Art of Reflection into Your Busy Life. Joseph is the John Shad Professor of Business Ethics at Harvard Business Scho…

In this episode, I speak to Ashton Gustafson from the Good, True, & Beautiful podcast. Ashton recently had five episodes called the “True Self Series” with guests like Mark Nepo, Parker J. Palmer, an…

In this episode, I speak to Simon Critchley, the author of Bald: 35 Philosophical Shortcuts. Simon is the Hans Jonas Professor of Philosophy at the New School for Social Research. His work engages in…

In this episode, I speak to Eric Weiner, the author of the book Socrates Express: Life Lessons from Dead Philosophers. Eric is an award-winning journalist, bestselling author, and speaker. His books …

In this episode, I speak to Dr. Michele Borba, the author of the new book Thrivers: The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine, and the book Unselfie: Why Empathetic Kids Succeed …

In this episode, I speak to Nancy Sherman the author of the new book Stoic Wisdom: Ancient Lessons for Modern Resilience. Nancy has a Ph.D. in Philosophy from Harvard and has worked with the military…

In this episode, I speak to Chip Conley the author of Wisdom at Work: The Making of a Modern Elder. Chip is a rebel hospitality entrepreneur and New York Times bestselling author, Chip disrupted his …

In this episode, I speak to Dr. Dilip Jeste the author of Wiser: The Scientific Roots of Wisdom, Compassion, and What Makes Us Good. Dr. Jeste is a neuropsychiatrist who has spent more than 20 years …

In this episode, I speak to Dr. Kelly Flanagan the author of True Companions: A Book for Everyone About the Relationships That See Us Through. Dr. Flanagan is a Clinical Psychologist, Consultant, Spe…

In this episode, I speak to Dr. Jonathan Pennington the author of Jesus the Great Philosopher: Rediscovering the Wisdom Needed for the Good Life. Dr. Pennington is currently Associate Professor of Ne…

In this episode, I speak to Kristi Nelson the author of Wake Up Grateful: The Transformative Practice of Taking Nothing for Granted. Kristi has spent most of her adult life in non-profit leadership, …

In this episode, I speak to Sebene Selassie the author of You Belong: A Call for Connection. For over 20 years Sebene has worked with children, youth, and families nationally and internationally for …

In this episode, I speak to Dr. Nic Bommarito the author of Seeing Clearly: A Buddhist Guide to Life. Dr. Bommarito is an Assistant Professor of Philosophy and his research focuses on questions in vi…

In this episode, I speak to Dr. Donna Hicks the author of Leading with Dignity.  Dr. Hicks is an Associate at the Weatherhead Center for International Affairs at Harvard University. She is a leading …