Ryan Holiday is a renowned author, modern Stoic philosopher, and the driving force behind the resurgence of ancient wisdom in contemporary culture.
This conversation explores the intersection of Stoicism and Ryan’s iconoclastic perspective on personal ethics, which emphasizes actionable virtue over abstract philosophy. We discuss Ryan’s journey from a marke ... Show More
Aug 18
Addiction, Celebrity, Public Shaming & Truth: The Performance Art of James Frey, Celebrated Writer of Ill-Repute
James Frey is the author of "A Million Little Pieces," a book that spoke to the deepest, darkest parts of countless readers in early recovery. This conversation explores his journey to become literature's bad boy, his heroes like Baudelaire and Henry Miller, and his philosophy of ... Show More
2h 34m
Aug 14
ROLL ON: The State of Podcasting In 2025
Roll On resurfaces from the chrysalis! Adam Skolnick and I unpack 90 days post-surgery, why the caterpillar needs a tortoise mind to become a butterfly, and the death of authentic podcasting. On tap: The state of Podcastistan, why I'm breaking up with viral culture, and the unexp ... Show More
1h 35m
Aug 11
Inside Nutrition Misinformation: Nutrition Scientist Jessica Knurick Exposes What's Really Happening to Public Health in America
This conversation explores the war on science, the misdirection of the MAHA movement, and what's happening to public health while everyone argues about food dyes. We discuss how a $1.1 trillion healthcare cut happened under the radar, why "seed oils" didn't exist until TikTok inv ... Show More
2 h
Dec 2024
Ryan Holiday: Why I'm Embracing Death in 2025 (E316)
Ryan Holiday is a bestselling author and expert on stoic philosophy, known for his books like ‘The Obstacle Is the Way’ and ‘Daily Stoic’. Through his work, he helps others apply ancient wisdom to modern-day challenges, exploring themes like discipline, perseverance, and self-awa ... Show More
54m 28s
Oct 2024
264: The Path to Lasting Fulfillment: Taking Charge of Your Life with Dr. Sara Kuburic (@millennial.therapist)
Have you ever pondered the connection between freedom and responsibility? In this episode, we dive deep into existentialism, exploring how embracing responsibility and authenticity can radically transform our lives. Discover why confronting tough questions about our existence isn ... Show More
55m 41s
Sep 2024
Turning Trials into Triumph: Ryan Holiday (The Daily Stoic)
Can ancient philosophy be the key to modern success? Ryan Holiday, a leading thinker of his generation, believes so. From NFL quarterbacks to corporate CEOs, many credit Holiday's work with introducing them to the transformative power of Stoic philosophy. In this episode, Ryan ta ... Show More
48m 34s
Sep 2024
Ryan Holiday: Why You Need to Reparent Your 14-Year-Old Self & How to Overcome the Fear of Not Being Good Enough
What would you tell your 14-year-old self? How do you quiet the “not good enough” voice? Today, Jay welcomes Ryan Holiday, renowned philosopher, bestselling author, and host of The Daily Stoic. With over 10 million copies of his books sold globally, Ryan returns to the podcast to ... Show More
1h 29m
Nov 2024
#208 Ryan Holiday: How to Win the War with Yourself
Ryan Holiday unpacks the subtle and not-so-subtle messages life sends us—and what happens when we ignore them. From mismatched tattoos and injured ankles, Ryan reflects on the lessons he’s learned about preparation, awareness, and humility. Using examples ranging from personal mi ... Show More
1h 45m
Apr 2024
Resilience, Happiness, and Challenging Yourself with Joe De Sena
In this episode, Mike is joined by Joe De Sena, the founder of Spartan which encourages people to step out of their comfort zones to do hard things. Spartan races took off in popularity because it provides a transformative experience in the matter of hours in a way that cannot be ... Show More
59m 44s
Nov 2024
Donald Robertson on Socrates, Philosophy, and Modern Self-Help
Send us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Donald Robertson, renowned author, psychotherapist, and expert in ancient philosophy, to dive deep into the life, methods, and lessons of Socrates. Donald brings his unique perspective, blending cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and ... Show More
2h 57m