The Sunday Stoic
Applying ancient philosophy to modern life.
The Sunday Stoic Podcast is a weekly show for those seeking to live a life guided by reason, virtue, and resilience. Each episode explores the timeless wisdom of ancient Stoicism through modern reflections on ancient writings, practical applications, and interviews. Whether you're new to Stoicism or deeply steeped in its teachings, the show blends clarity, curiosity, and community in a down-to-earth format designed to inspire thoughtful action.
- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 20 minutes
- Episodes
- 10
- Years Active
- 2025
No one does wrong on purpose
This week we explore one of the main tools of maintaining equanimity in the face of adversity. It is the idea passed down from Socrates that no one does evil on purpose.
Classic Episode: Donald Robertson: How to Think Like a Roman Emperor
In this episode Donald Robertson Joins the show to discuss his book How to Think Like a Roman Emperor. We discuss the life and philosophy of Emperor Marcus Aurelius and how to apply this ancient wis…
You are not your possessions: The Enchiridion 6
This week we discuss the Enchiridion 6. Epictetus warns us not to take pride in the characteristics of our possessions as only our character is our own.
Classic Episode: William Irvine: A Guide to the Good Life
What if ancient wisdom could help you thrive in modern chaos? In this episode, Steve sits down with philosopher and author William B. Irvine to explore A Guide to the Good Life, a modern roadmap to…
The Inn of Life
Life is not permanent, our time here should be thought of like a stop at an Inn. When you spend the night at a hotel, you don't typically get attached to the furniture or other objects within. When …
The Enchiridion 5: Your Beliefs Shape your Reality
In this episode, we discuss the Enchiridion Chapter 5, a very influential text. We can't change the facts of the world, but we can change what we believe about them!
The Enchiridion 3 and 4
Today we discuss the Enchiridion 3 and 4. Book 3 is one of the most challenging to apply to modern life and book 4 is something we should remember each and every day!
The Enchiridion 2
Steve and Dan discuss Epictetus's advice on desires and aversions as we cover the Enchiridion 2.
311: The Return
The Sunday Stoic Podcast Returns!
Steve returns to the mic along with Dan to discuss the Enchiridion Chapter 1.
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The Sunday Stoic Podcast
The Sunday Stoic Podcast is back! New episodes will be released soon. If there are any topics you'd like us to cover, email Steve at [email protected]