Stoa Conversations: Stoicism Applied

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Stoa Conversations: Stoicism Applied

Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay discuss how to build resilience, develop virtue, and make sense of the world through Stoic philosophy. One episode a week. Get the Stoa app: www.stoameditation.com/pod [https://www.stoameditation.com/pod] Get the Stoa Letter: www.stoaletter.com/subscribe [https://www.stoaletter.com/subscribe?utm_source=podcast_description]

  1. The First Cynic | Antisthenes (Episode 171)

    3 DAYS AGO

    The First Cynic | Antisthenes (Episode 171)

    Caleb and Michael discuess teacher of Diogenes and the grandfather of Stoicism. Before there were Stoics arguing about virtue, there was Antisthenes. A warrior turned philosopher who studied under Socrates. (02:40) Antisthenes The Man (07:32) Cynicism (12:42) How To Become Cynical (21:27) Virtue is Action (23:58) Socratic Influence (27:02) Antisthenes in Action (29:38) Death (34:34) Irreverance (36:09) The Point of Philosophy (39:08) Cynicism and Stoicism *** Subscribe to The Stoa Letter for weekly meditations, actions, and links to the best Stoic resources: www.stoaletter.com/subscribe [http://www.stoaletter.com/subscribe] Download the Stoa app (it's a free download): https://stoameditation.com/pod If you try the Stoa app and find it useful, but truly cannot afford it, email us and we'll set you up with a free account. Listen to more episodes and learn more here: https://stoameditation.com/blog/stoa-conversations/ Check out our Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@stoaphilosophy Thanks to Michael Levy for graciously letting us use his music in the conversations: https://ancientlyre.com/

    45 min
  2. Stoic Guide to Mastering Desire | Epictetus Handbook 14 (Episode 170)

    FEB 11

    Stoic Guide to Mastering Desire | Epictetus Handbook 14 (Episode 170)

    Freedom isn't about having enough money to do what you want. It's about wanting what you can actually control. In this episode, Michael breaks down Epictetus's radical handbook chapter 14, revealing the four key principles of Stoic desire – and why wanting the wrong things makes us slaves to circumstance. *** Subscribe to The Stoa Letter for weekly meditations, actions, and links to the best Stoic resources: www.stoaletter.com/subscribe [http://www.stoaletter.com/subscribe] Download the Stoa app (it's a free download): https://stoameditation.com/pod If you try the Stoa app and find it useful, but truly cannot afford it, email us and we'll set you up with a free account. Listen to more episodes and learn more here: https://stoameditation.com/blog/stoa-conversations/ Check out our Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@stoaphilosophy Thanks to Michael Levy for graciously letting us use his music in the conversations: https://ancientlyre.com/

    26 min
  3. Going Meta With Metacognition (Episode 169)

    FEB 4

    Going Meta With Metacognition (Episode 169)

    The ancient Stoics never used the term "metacognition," but this modern psychological concept illuminates the core of their philosophy. Michael and Caleb explore how the Stoic emphasis on examining our thoughts—what psychologists now call metacognition—is central to both Stoic theory and practice. They unpack why the Stoics saw this capacity for mental self-reflection as divine, how it distinguishes humans from animals, and why mastering it is essential for living well. A practical discussion for anyone interested in training their mind the Stoic way. (04:53) Metacognition in Stoicism (10:11) Metacognition as Philosophy (24:37) Judgement in Stoicism (27:05) Metacognition in Practice (41:31) Takeaways *** Subscribe to The Stoa Letter for weekly meditations, actions, and links to the best Stoic resources: www.stoaletter.com/subscribe [http://www.stoaletter.com/subscribe] Download the Stoa app (it's a free download): https://stoameditation.com/pod If you try the Stoa app and find it useful, but truly cannot afford it, email us and we'll set you up with a free account. Listen to more episodes and learn more here: https://stoameditation.com/blog/stoa-conversations/ Check out our Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@stoaphilosophy Thanks to Michael Levy for graciously letting us use his music in the conversations: https://ancientlyre.com/

    47 min
  4. Top 7 Things I Learned about Stoicism from Running (Episode 168)

    JAN 28

    Top 7 Things I Learned about Stoicism from Running (Episode 168)

    Ancient and modern Stoics aren't just thinkers - they are runners too. In this episode, Caleb explores how the simple act of running illuminates core Stoic principles about pain, perception, and perseverance.  *** Subscribe to The Stoa Letter for weekly meditations, actions, and links to the best Stoic resources: www.stoaletter.com/subscribe [http://www.stoaletter.com/subscribe] Download the Stoa app (it's a free download): https://stoameditation.com/pod If you try the Stoa app and find it useful, but truly cannot afford it, email us and we'll set you up with a free account. Listen to more episodes and learn more here: https://stoameditation.com/blog/stoa-conversations/ Check out our Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@stoaphilosophy Thanks to Michael Levy for graciously letting us use his music in the conversations: https://ancientlyre.com/

    14 min
  5. Aristippus: The Philosopher Who Mastered Pleasure (Episode 167)

    JAN 21

    Aristippus: The Philosopher Who Mastered Pleasure (Episode 167)

    Meet ancient Greece's original hedonist. Unlike later philosophers who preached asceticism, Aristippus embraced luxury, courted kings, and still kept his freedom. A student of Socrates who chose pleasure over asceticism, he founded a school of thought that spread through generations of his family. This conversation explores how Aristippus balanced the pursuit of pleasure with self-mastery, challenging both the austerity of his critics and our modern assumptions about ancient philosophy. (05:11) Wining And Dining  (15:29) Desire and Risk  (21:49) You Need Philosophy  (25:42) The Cyrenaics  (36:38) Respect Aristippus's Consistency (41:54) His Daughter and Rejecting Social Convention *** Subscribe to The Stoa Letter for weekly meditations, actions, and links to the best Stoic resources: www.stoaletter.com/subscribe [http://www.stoaletter.com/subscribe] Download the Stoa app (it's a free download): https://stoameditation.com/pod If you try the Stoa app and find it useful, but truly cannot afford it, email us and we'll set you up with a free account. Listen to more episodes and learn more here: https://stoameditation.com/blog/stoa-conversations/ Thanks to Michael Levy for graciously letting us use his music in the conversations: https://ancientlyre.com/

    44 min
  6. The Roman Emperor on Strength, How to Transform Misfortune Into Fortune, And Death (Episode 166)

    JAN 14

    The Roman Emperor on Strength, How to Transform Misfortune Into Fortune, And Death (Episode 166)

    In this episode, Michael and Caleb explore Meditations 4.49-51, where Marcus Aurelius discusess resilience, misfortune, death, and simplicity. Be like a promontory against crashing waves. (01:09) 49, Section 1 (08:20) 49, Section 2 (11:21) It's Not Things Themselves That Harm Us (15:44) Powerful Phrases (17:45) Stoicism Is For Everyone (21:21) 50 (33:39) 51 *** Subscribe to The Stoa Letter for weekly meditations, actions, and links to the best Stoic resources: www.stoaletter.com/subscribe [http://www.stoaletter.com/subscribe] Download the Stoa app (it's a free download): https://stoameditation.com/pod If you try the Stoa app and find it useful, but truly cannot afford it, email us and we'll set you up with a free account. Listen to more episodes and learn more here: https://stoameditation.com/blog/stoa-conversations/ Thanks to Michael Levy for graciously letting us use his music in the conversations: https://ancientlyre.com/

    39 min
  7. Goodhart's Law and Stoicism (Episode 165)

    JAN 7

    Goodhart's Law and Stoicism (Episode 165)

    Goodhart's Law says: when a measure becomes a target, it ceases to be a good measure.  But if that's true, how should we measure our philosophical progress?  In this episode, Michael Tremblay wrestles with this question. *** Download the Stoa app (free): https://stoameditation.com/pod For those who find the app valuable but face financial constraints, email us for a free account. Listen to more episodes and learn more here: https://stoameditation.com/blog/stoa-conversations/ Thanks to Michael Levy for graciously letting us use his music: https://ancientlyre.com/

    17 min
  8. Stoicism for When You're Stuck (Episode 164)

    12/31/2024

    Stoicism for When You're Stuck (Episode 164)

    Get these tested Stoic strategies pull you out of bed and back into life's beauty. Michael and Caleb explore ancient wisdom for reconnecting with meaning through nature, duty, and proper thinking. (00:47) Set Up (04:33) Crisis in Thinking (10:29) Finding Purpose (19:18) Beauty (26:59) Play With Time (38:43) Be Gentle (42:08) Summary *** Download the Stoa app (free): https://stoameditation.com/pod For those who find the app valuable but face financial constraints, email us for a free account. Listen to more episodes and learn more here: https://stoameditation.com/blog/stoa-conversations/ Thanks to Michael Levy for graciously letting us use his music: https://ancientlyre.com/

    47 min
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Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay discuss how to build resilience, develop virtue, and make sense of the world through Stoic philosophy. One episode a week. Get the Stoa app: www.stoameditation.com/pod [https://www.stoameditation.com/pod] Get the Stoa Letter: www.stoaletter.com/subscribe [https://www.stoaletter.com/subscribe?utm_source=podcast_description]

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