This lecture discusses key ideas from the ancient Stoic philosopher Seneca's work, On The Happy Life
It focuses specifically on his discussion about different kinds of virtues, using an analogy to going uphill or downhill, where some of the virtues require us to make an effort to push upwards against resistance, and other virtues require us to use restraint ... Show More
Nov 21
Divine Justice, Mercy, and Intercession- The Innovative Structure of Anselm’s Prayers
Divine Justice, Mercy, and Intercession- The Innovative Structure of Anselm’s Prayers by Lectures on classic and contemporary philosophical texts and thinkers by Gregory B. Sadler
25m 26s
Nov 21
Ayn Rand, The Virtue of Selfishness - Life as a Basis for Rational Egoism - Sadler's Lectures
This lecture discusses key ideas from the 20th Century rational egoist philosopher and novelist Ayn Rand's book, The Virtue Of Selfishness. It focuses specifically upon her views about values and their grounding in Life (which for humans means a distinctively human life, not mere ... Show More
14m 21s
Nov 20
Ayn Rand, The Virtue of Selfishness - Criticisms of Non-Rational Ethics - Sadler's Lectures
This lecture discusses key ideas from the 20th century philosopher and novelist Ayn Rand's book The Virtue of Selfishness, in particular the chapter "The Objectivist Ethics"
This focuses specifically on her discussion of what she terms "non-rational" ethics, by way of contrast t ... Show More
15m 18s
Mar 2024
3099: 13 Overrated Virtues by Joshua Fields Millburn of The Minimalists on Minimalism & Personal Development
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Episode 3099:
Joshua Fields Millburn of The Minimalists.com reevaluates commonly celebrated virtues in "13 Overrated Virtues," chal ... Show More
11m 52s
Oct 15
A Comprehensive Guide to Stoicism (ft. Ryan Holiday)
What does it actually mean to live like a Stoic? In this wide-ranging conversation with bestselling author and modern Stoicism evangelist Ryan Holiday, we unpack the origins of Stoic philosophy, why it exploded during turbulent times in ancient Greece and Rome, and how its princi ... Show More
2h 53m
Sep 2024
10 Philosophy-Inspired Challenges for Becoming a Better and Happier Man
<p>Although they may call it different things and approach its attainment in different ways, many of the world’s religions and philosophies have a similar goal: achieving a life of virtue, peace, and flourishing.</p><p>In his new book, <a href="https://amzn.to/4cSdial" target="_b ... Show More
49m 43s
Jan 2025
A Stoic’s Guide to Action (Meditations 3.5)
In this episode, Tanner explores Meditations 3.5 by Marcus Aurelius, diving into its core teachings about Stoic ethics and virtuous living. The meditation emphasizes acting with integrity, examining one’s motives, and focusing on moral reasoning rather than outcomes. Tanner refle ... Show More
12 m
Apr 2025
Stoic Advice for Handling Setbacks, Insults, and Death | William Irvine
<p dir="ltr">How to boost your psychological immune system, the stoic way.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.williambirvine.com/">William "Bill" Irvine</a> is the emeritus professor of philosophy at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio. He is the ... Show More
1h 14m
Nov 2019
Episode 68, The Abigail Thorn Interview (Part I - Behind Philosophy Tube)
<p class="">Abigail Thorn is an actor and educator, best known as the creator and host of the popular YouTube channel <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2PA-AKmVpU6NKCGtZq_rKQ">Philosophy Tube</a>. Boasting around half a million subscribers, Abigail's channel is notoriou ... Show More
38m 20s