Yesterday

The Philosopher Who Laughed in the Face of Kings

Dive into the wild life of Diogenes, the philosopher who wasn’t afraid to challenge norms or even Alexander the Great. In today’s episode, discover how his bold actions and sharp wit left an enduring legacy and why historians still debate his famous sunbathing encounter with t ... Show More

1h 2m

Nov 22

The REAL Difference Between Stoics and Cynics | Cynicism Expert Inger Kuin (PT. 2)

What can Diogenes teach us about the roots of Stoicism? In today’s episode, Ryan and classicist Inger Kuin break down the real gap between Stoicism and Cynicism, discussing why one trusted order and structure while the other thought most of society was nonsense. They get into ... Show More

58m 29s

Nov 21

Do This. It's Enough. | 7 Stoic Habits To Make You Wiser

Marcus Aurelius didn't just study philosophy when he was young. To him, philosophy was a lifelong study, a process that he committed to. 🎟️ Come see<a href="https://www.dailystoiclive.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Ryan Holiday LIVE</a> ... Show More

20m 44s

Jul 2022

#497 - Donald Robertson - The Stoicism Secrets Of Marcus Aurelius

Donald Robertson is a stoicism historian, a psychotherapist and an author. Marcus Aurelius has become one of the most quoted and most popular philosophers in history. His meditations have helped millions of people to find solace in hard times and deal with setbacks in life. But w ... Show More

1h 22m

Jan 2017

Thinking Dangerously, Living Differently | Angie Hobbs, Adrian Moore, Mark Vernon

Looking for a link we mentioned? It's here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimesPhilosophy as therapy is an ancient idea. Endorsed by Wittgenstein and popularized by self-help books. But isn't philosophy about understanding even if the insights are uncomfortable? Can philosoph ... Show More

45m 30s

Jun 2021

The philosophy of who we are | Kwame Anthony Appiah

Who are we really? Looking for a link we mentioned? It's here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimesNYU Philosopher Kwame Anthony Appiah details his journey and life's work, from why identity is such an important issue to how his experiences have differed across countries, and ... Show More

17m 27s

Feb 2021

Marcus Aurelius

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the man who, according to Machiavelli, was the last of the Five Good Emperors. Marcus Aurelius, 121 to 180 AD, has long been known as a model of the philosopher king, a Stoic who, while on military campaigns, compiled ideas on how best to live his ... Show More

52m 36s

Feb 2021

Marcus Aurelius

Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the man who, according to Machiavelli, was the last of the Five Good Emperors. Marcus Aurelius, 121 to 180 AD, has long been known as a model of the philosopher king, a Stoic who, while on military campaigns, compiled ideas on how best to live his ... Show More

52m 36s

Jan 2021

Philosophy for our Times Presents: 'Beyond Us'

Looking for a link we mentioned? It's here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimesPhilosophy for Our Times is pleased to announce the upcoming launch of Beyond Us, an all-new podcast series by the IAI, exploring four concepts that define the modern world: knowledge, competition, ... Show More

56s

May 2023

How to Be a Stoic by Massimo Pigliucci Book Summary and Review | Free Audiobook

Show notes | PDF and Infographic | Free Audiobook | Find calm in chaos—embrace ancient wisdom to master life with Massimo Pigliucci's How to Be a Stoic. READ 1 MILLION BOOKS IN MINUTES. For free. Get the PDF, infographic, full ad-free audiobook, and animated version of this summ ... Show More

19m 48s

Oct 2018

Episode 201: Marcus Aurelius's Stoicism with Ryan Holiday (Part One)

On The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius (ca. 180 C.E.) plus Ryan's The Daily Stoic (2016). What does Stoicism look like in practice, in both ancient and modern contexts? You might think that eschewing the shallow, out-of-our-control trappings of fame and wealth in favor of personal ... Show More

57m 16s

Donald Robertson on Marcus Aurelius and ...