Episode Archive
July 4, 2023
In Which I Disagree With Seneca On Love
I just think he's wrong, partially, on emotions. -- #1: Become a premium subscriber and get rid of ads: https://practicalstoicism.supportingcast.fm #2: Visit our store but buy some stuff: https://shop.stoicismpod.com #3: Att…
July 3, 2023
All The Things We Can Bring About
We worry about all the things we have no choice over, lament them or take credit for them. But those things which we can choose, we pay no mind to choosing. -- #1: Become a premium subscriber and get rid of ads: https://prac…
June 27, 2023
Sweat Beats Ointment
What use is opulence in the development of our character? To be fair, it may be of some use, there are no absolutes in the journey of a Prokoptôn, but Seneca would certainly be of the opinion that such alignments are rare. -…
June 26, 2023
It's All Nature, Baby
Everything comes from Nature, it's all derived from the same ultimate source. Maybe we could talk about how framing Nature as "God" makes appreciating life a little more... lovely. -- #1: Become a premium subscriber and get …
June 6, 2023
On Loving Old Age
And old dilapidated house, a few insults from Seneca, and a thoughtful reflection on the ending of life stages. -- #1: Become a premium subscriber and get rid of ads: https://practicalstoicism.supportingcast.fm #2: Visit our…
June 5, 2023
Marcus Isn't A Great Teacher
Marcus Aurelius may be the most well-remembered Stoic, but he probably isn't the best teacher. That is to say, at least, he shouldn't be your only teacher! Let's explore that a bit before getting into this week's meditation.…
May 30, 2023
Fellow Patients (The Importance of Prokoptôn Friends)
We're all ill, and there are very few doctors. There are, however, many patients, and we should spend time with them for our benefit and theirs. -- #1: Become a premium subscriber and get rid of ads: https://practicalstoicis…
May 29, 2023
Reject Disturbing Thoughts (3 Suggestions)
Marcus tells us it's easy, I am less convinced. -- #1: Become a premium subscriber and get rid of ads: https://practicalstoicism.supportingcast.fm #2: Visit our store but buy some stuff: https://shop.stoicismpod.com #3: Atte…
May 22, 2023
Being Warm Is Lame. Wake Up!
Book 5, Meditation 1 -- #1: Become a premium subscriber and get rid of ads: https://practicalstoicism.supportingcast.fm #2: Visit our store but buy some stuff: https://shop.stoicismpod.com #3: Attend some of our live worksho…
May 16, 2023
Pleasure and Joy
Seneca's 59th moral letter to Lucilius. -- #1: Become a premium subscriber and get rid of ads: https://practicalstoicism.supportingcast.fm #2: Visit our store but buy some stuff: https://shop.stoicismpod.com #3: Attend some …
May 15, 2023
The Gods Did It All
Marcus thanks THE godS. Also, #SurpriseHarryPotter. -- #1: Become a premium subscriber and get rid of ads: https://practicalstoicism.supportingcast.fm #2: Visit our store but buy some stuff: https://shop.stoicismpod.com #3: …
May 9, 2023
Short But Good, Long But Bad
Seneca's 93rd letter. -- #1: Become a premium subscriber and get rid of ads: https://practicalstoicism.supportingcast.fm #2: Visit our store but buy some stuff: https://shop.stoicismpod.com #3: Attend some of our live worksh…
May 8, 2023
To My Father
Book 1, Meditation 13 -- #1: Become a premium subscriber and get rid of ads: https://practicalstoicism.supportingcast.fm #2: Visit our store but buy some stuff: https://shop.stoicismpod.com #3: Attend some of our live worksh…
April 24, 2023
Maximal Maximus is Maximum
Thanks for listening. The most valuable thing you can do if you appreciate our content, is support us in some way. Below are some of the best (free and paid) ways to do that. -- #1: Become a premium subscriber and get rid of…
April 17, 2023
After All This Time Severus?
Meditation #11 from Book #1 -- This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Visit https://betterhelp.com/stoicism today to get 10% off your first month. -- Try the best brain fuel on earth. Use PRACTICAL to save 15% at chec…
April 12, 2023
Not Too Much, Not Too Little
Seneca's 5th letter is about the balance between poverty and opulence, for the good of those we teach. The Philosopher's Mean. -- Get rid of ads and support our work : https://link.stoicismpod.com/members Hang out with us in…
April 10, 2023
Be Gracious
Meditation #10 from Book #1 -- Get rid of ads and support our work : https://link.stoicismpod.com/members Hang out with us in our free listener community: https://link.stoicismpod.com/discord Read our articles on Substack: h…
April 5, 2023
Someone To Watch Over You
Don't be alone, don't be with the crowd either - be with someone who makes you ashamed to act badly in their presence. -- Get rid of ads and support our work : https://link.stoicismpod.com/members Leave us a one-time tip of …
April 4, 2023
Answer Your Texts
Don't fool yourself into believing you're to busy to be connected with other members of the cosmopolis in a meaningful way. -- Get rid of ads and support our work : https://link.stoicismpod.com/members Leave us a one-time ti…
April 3, 2023
We Almost Died
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March 28, 2023
Seneca Tragicus and Trauma
Was "Seneca Tragicus" Seneca the Youngers ultimate form? Maybe! In this week's letter we talk about tragedy and trauma. -- Get rid of ads and support our work : https://link.stoicismpod.com/members Leave us a one-time tip of…
March 27, 2023
How Are You A Leader?
We demand things of our leaders, but what do we demand of ourselves as leaders and as individuals with various duties? -- Hang out with us in our free listener community: https://link.stoicismpod.com/discord Read articles on…
March 21, 2023
Seneca Will Be Watching You
Every step you take, every move you make, every breath you take, every vow you break, SENECA will be watching you. -- Get rid of ads and support our work : https://link.stoicismpod.com/members Hang out with us in our free li…
March 20, 2023
Grammar Nazis Beware!
Are you a grammar nazi? Do you attempt to invalidate arguments based on spelling or pronunciation errors? Well then, I've got a particular grammarian I'd like you to meet. -- Get rid of ads and support our work : https://lin…