The Stoic Sapling

Ethan Woodworth
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I'm Ethan Woodworth, a 19-year old college student at Indiana University and owner of the The Stoic Sapling Podcast. The Stoic Sapling Podcast promotes quick and insightful conversations with unique people doing unique things in their community! 

  1. 03.09.2025

    My Papaw's Life Story - Gordon Cripe

    On this episode I sit down with my Papaw, Gordon Cripe, as he discusses his life story. Papaw was born in Rossville, Indiana, a small farmtown outside of Lafayette, Indiana. We discuss his roots on the farm and earliest memories of working with his dad and grandpa out in the fields and with livestock.  Papaw is a proud Purdue alumni, where he completed his undergraduate degree. Papaw's roots on the farm never left him as he went back to Purdue to pursue his Doctorate of Veterinarian Medicine. We transition to his 25+ year career co-owning and operating a Veterinarian clinic in Hartford City, Indiana with his wife, Sandy.  Along the way Papaw tells a varieties of stories that capture his kind hearted spirit and people-first mentality. At every step of the way, Papaw established long-lasting relationships, whether with his Farm House friends, wife, or two daughters, that have kept him young and full of energy for the last 80 years. Papaw, thanks for allowing me to capture a small snapshot of your life and being the best grandpa I could ask for!  Timestamps  0:10 Introduction  3:45 Life Growing Up 9:34 Being an Only Child 14:00 Finding Close Friends as a Young Adult / Farm House Fraternity  21:00 Purdue / Sports in Papaw's Life  35:00 Meeting Sandy at Purdue / Choosing a Life Mate 40:50 Working at the Vet Clinic 50:50 Papaw's Favorite Job Stories / Evolution of Veterinarian Medicine  1:04:40 Papaw's Work Ethic / Shoe Story 1:09:00 Selling the Veterinarian Practice / Dustin  1:19:00 Newer Generations and Work Ethic  1:28:00 Importance of Where You're From / Family History 1:39:35 Life Post-Retirement  1:50:10 Faith in God  1:55:55 Takeaways and Tears 1:58:55 The Changes From 1945 - Now

    2 ч. 5 мин.

  2. 11.04.2024

    From Bulgaria to Escaping Fires - Alex Dilkovski

    Alex Dilkovski is a junior at Indiana University studying Finance and Real Estate. Alex and I discuss his transition to the United States from Bulgaria when he was 12 years old. Through some hilarious and inspiring stories, Alex highlights how his Bulgarian roots influence the man he is today.     Alex's unique thought process was put to test after he narrowly escaped a deadly fire in the Spring of 2023. Tune in to hear more of Alex's story and how his background prepared him for dire situations!       0:00 Intro  0:30 Alex's Accent  3:45 Bulgarian culture   7:10 Day in the life in Bulgaria  12:10 Background to the Old Montreal Fire  22:35 Escaping the Old Montreal Fire  40:10 Takeaways from the fire  45:40 Conclusion https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2023_Old_Montreal_fire

    47 мин.

  3. 19.02.2024

    Operating a Hedge Fund at 19-Years Old - Andrew Marasco

    Andrew Marasco is a 19-year old student at Indiana University studying finance. Andrew owns and operates Matrice Capital - a hedge fund with over $1.1 million AUM. Andrew and I talk about his complex understanding of markets, his investment strategy for 2024, and the "why" of Matrice Capital.  Tune in and learn about value investing from one of the youngest hedge fund managers in the United States!  0:00 Wise words 0:58 Intro to Matrice Capital 5:35 Matrice mission in 2024 8:59 What differentiates Matrice  15:55 How many people work for Matrice Capital?  24:12 Life beyond the business 29:10 "Cloning" others 33:30 Takeaways and conclusion

    37 мин.

  4. 01.02.2024

    What It Takes to be an Ironman - Ryan Kerrigan

    Ryan Kerrigan is a student at Indiana University studying at the Kelley School of Business. His life before college was spent juggling a variety of jobs, working hard in the classroom, and eventually competing in an Ironman triathlon race. Ryan discusses his mentality for attacking what many would call "unrealistic" goals. Listen in and become inspired by Ryan's will to do the impossible!  Timestamps 0:00 Intro 1:18 Ironman  8:15 Ol' man grabbing ankles 9:15 Spirituality in ultra events 11:40 Future goals for Ryan 17:00 Greasers and Die Hard 20:30 Conclusion

    22 мин.

  5. 29.12.2023

    The Jewish American Experience in 2023 - Mira Solomon

    Mira Solomon is a Jewish American who recently spent her Summer in Israel, prior to the Israel-Hamas war. We discuss modern day anti-semitism, the history of anti-semitism, and Mira's current experience working with an Israeli start-up company. Mira details the trials her co-workers have faced and her unrelenting journey in supporting them.  Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:40 Israel culture / Summer Internship 5:43 Communication differences / Clubbing on Shabbat 10:52 Staying present 13:08 Israel-Hamas War on Mira's life, job, and family 17:56 Lack of contribution to war efforts / Guilt 23:08 Rightful claim of the "holy land"? 28:57 Dancing / Ballet  33:52 Conclusion

    38 мин.

  6. 15.12.2023

    From Botswana to Indiana University - Tokelo Makepe

    Tokelo Makepe is an economic consulting major at Indiana University. He is originally from Botswana, Africa. We discuss his transition to the college American life and his ultimate ambition of holding high political office back in Botswana. Enjoy!  Timestamps 0:00 Intro 1:00 Trials coming to America / Little 500 race  8:00 Comparison of Botswana / America 13:12 Economic consulting projects  18:41 Political plan and ambition  24:00 Life fulfillment in politics. Is it possible? 29:18 Conclusion

    31 мин.

  7. 18.09.2023

    Life as a Young Entrepreneur - Izzy Branam

    Conversation with serial entrepreneur and friend Izzy Branam. We discuss his first ventures as an entrepreneur and the mental will it takes to be an entrepreneur. Enjoy!  Timestamps  0:00 Introduction  3:28 Izzy as music producer  10:00 Leveraging contacts  11:42 Second venture  16:00 Imposter syndrome in life 19:16 Mental health as an entrepreneur 25:12 The Big Question

    31 мин.

  8. 01.06.2022

    Episode 18 - Kevin Gadd

    Kevin Gadd and I, Ethan Woodworth, discuss 9 life lessons that Kevin has learned throughout his life. As Kevin is nearly three times older than myself, he provides a new perspective that isn't limited to simply growing up in your parents' house.  Timestamps 0:00 Intro 2:00 Lesson #1  3:26 Lesson #2  8:30 Lesson #3  12:57 Lesson #4  15:42 Lesson #5  20:00 Lesson #6  27:02 Lesson #7  31:49 Lesson #8  36:15 Lesson #9  Spotify and Apple Podcasts @ The Stoic Sapling  Like and subscribe

    48 мин.
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I'm Ethan Woodworth, a 19-year old college student at Indiana University and owner of the The Stoic Sapling Podcast. The Stoic Sapling Podcast promotes quick and insightful conversations with unique people doing unique things in their community! 

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    Ethan Woodworth
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    2021 - 2025
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