Stoa Conversations: Stoicism Applied

No one chooses to be wrong. This core Stoic teaching, inherited from Socrates, shaped how ancient philosophers viewed human behavior and mistakes. In this episode, Caleb explores why the Stoics belie…

Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional. In this episode, we explore a powerful Buddhist concept that mirrors Stoic wisdom: the Second Arrow. The first arrow is the pain life throws at us - rejecti…

Author and Podcaster Noah Rasheta explores the parallels between Buddhism and Stoicism with Michael Tremblay.

Whether you're seeking practical wisdom or philosophical insight, this conversation offers…

Caleb and Michael discuss Stoic epistemology—how to think well, avoid ignorance, and form justified beliefs. They explore the importance of skepticism, setting realistic standards for truth, and cult…

Caleb Ontiveros makes the case that Stoicism is more intuitive than you might think. He argues that if minor setbacks don't ruin our lives, why should major ones? This episode explores how Stoic idea…

Bryan Caplan, economist and bestselling author, discusses practical wisdom from modern economics and ancient philosophy.

He argues against medicalization of human behavior, champions personal agency, …

Michael and Caleb explore how understanding ourselves as our faculty of choice—not our bodies, possessions, or reputation—transforms our approach to life's challenges.

Learn how clarifying what we ar…

Why Epictetus tells us to compare our suffering to others.  This simple exercise can help you in times of crisis.  

Join Michael as he breaks down Epictetus’s Handbook 26.

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Has Science proven that the world is nothing more than a physical machine without overarching purpose?

Spencer Klavan’s most recent book answers with an emphatic no. Ancient philosophy and modern scie…

What if the things you obsess over daily don't ultimately matter? The ancient Stoics had a radical idea: most of what we chase - wealth, fame, even health - is neither good nor bad. They called these…

In this episode, Michael and Caleb break down Handbook 42, where Epictetus lays out Socratic Intellectualism and explains why people's harsh words say more about them than you

This episode will challe…

Money talks, but what do the Stoics say about it?

In this episode, Caleb and Michael dive into the relationship between Stoicism and wealth. They explore the risks of chasing riches, the virtue of mod…

Michael talks with Brigid Delaney about her journey into Stoicism, the value it has had in her life, and the unique role it has to play in helping others.

Reasons Not To Worry

(03:41) Stoicism vs Welln…

The four pillars of Stoic Justice.

Justice isn't just about courtrooms and laws. For the Stoics, it was a way of life. In this episode, Caleb and Michael break down the four components of Stoic justic…

Blushing, sweating, stumbling over words - we've all been there. But what if these physical reactions are holding you back from greatness?

In this episode, Caleb and Michael unpack Seneca's advice on…

In this episode, Caleb and Michael explore how Stoicism reframes our understanding of risk, teaching us to embrace uncertainty while focusing on what truly matters. They discuss:

• Why Stoics aren't r…

Is Stoicism just toxic positivity? No, obviously.

But what's the difference between toxic positivity and unrealistic optimism?  And how can Stoics avoid the real risks of both?

In this episode, Caleb a…

The Stoic art of solitude and self-consistency

Can you be alone with your thoughts? Seneca's Letter X challenges us to master the art of solitude.

In this conversation, Caleb and Michael unpack Seneca'…

Join Caleb and Michael as they dissect the mental game of competition and explore how ancient philosophy can give us an edge in modern battles – both on and off the mat.

In this gripping episode, Cale…

Diogenes: the man who lived in a barrel and inspired Stoic philosophy.

In this episode, Michael and Caleb explore the life and ideas of Diogenes the Cynic - one of the most influential and eccentric p…