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May 2024
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Of Strength and Soul: Exploring the Phil...

THE ART OF MANLINESS
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When you’re lifting weights, you might be thinking about setting a new PR or doing your curls for the girls.But throughout history, philosophers have thought about physical fitness on a deeper level and considered how exercise shapes not only the body, but also the mind and the soul.My guest today, Joe Lombardo, is a strength enthusiast who follows in this t ... Show More
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