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Modern Stoicism Podcast

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Society & Culture

Frequency: 1 episode/11d. Total Eps: 16

The official podcast of Modern Stoicism! If you'd like to support the podcast, check out our Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/modernstoicism !

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Mick Mulroy, and Where Philosophy and Soldiering Intersect

Season 1 · Episode 16

Friday, December 11, 2020 • Duration 29:34

In this episode, we talk with Mick Mulroy about philosophy, soldiering, and where the two intersect.

Mick is the co-founder of Lobo Institute, a private firm consulting, advising, and teaching on current and future conflicts. Mulroy is a former United States Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for the Middle East, a retired Central Intelligence Agency Paramilitary Operations Officer, and United States Marine. In addition, he is a Senior Fellow for National Security and Defense Policy at the Middle East Institute, a member of the Board of Directors for Grassroots Reconciliation Group, and an ABC News National Security Analyst.

Link to Mick's article:
http://abcnewsradioonline.com/world-news/where-philosophy-intersects-with-war-training-stoic-soldiers.html

If you'd like to leave a comment for us about the podcast you've heard today, head over to:
https://modernstoicism.com/podcast-16-mick-mulroy-and-where-philosophy-and-soldiering-intersect/

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Ben Aldridge, Anxiety, Premeditation, and Voluntary Discomfort

Season 1 · Episode 15

Friday, October 23, 2020 • Duration 28:56

In this episode, we speak to Ben Aldridge about anxiety, premeditation, and voluntary discomfort.

Ben is the author of How to Be Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable: 43 Weird & Wonderful Ways to Build a Strong Resilient Mindset. Ben’s challenges encourage getting uncomfortable and experiencing personal growth.

You can learn more at his website, and find him on Instagram and Twitter.

Also, our friends at Classical Wisdom will be hosting their inaugural online Symposium this weekend -October 24 and 25 - which will feature a number of prominent Stoics, including Donald Robertson, James S. Romm, Massimo Pigliucci and A.A. Long.

In fact, on Sunday there will be a panel discussion on the power the individual has in politics which will bring together Donald, Massimo and A.A. Long for the very first time.

Modern Stoicism fans can also enjoy a 70% discount on any tickets with the code: STOIC.

Please go to Classicalwisdom.com/symposium or email info@classicalwisdom.com for more details... Just remember, it is taking place This weekend, so make sure to check it out while tickets last.

If you'd like to leave a comment for us about the podcast you've heard today, head over to: https://modernstoicism.com/podcast-15-ben-aldridge-anxiety-premeditation-and-voluntary-discomfort/

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Greg Sadler, Modern Stoicism, Stoicism Today, and Grassroots Movements

Season 1 · Episode 6

Friday, July 31, 2020 • Duration 34:20

In this episode, I talk to Greg Sadler about Modern Stoicism, the Stoicism Today Blog, and grassroots activities in the modern Stoicism movement.

Greg is the editor of Stoicism Today, a certified philosophical counselor, he teaches at the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design, and he is a Team Member of Modern Stoicism.

Check out Greg Sadler at:

YouTube: Gregory B. Sadler
Blog: https://reasonio.wordpress.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gbsadler
Twitter: @philosopher70

If you'd like to find out more about creating a Stoa in your region, or a Stoicon-X event, check out: https://stoicfellowship.com/

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Chuck Chakrapani, and Musonius Rufus

Season 1 · Episode 5

Tuesday, July 28, 2020 • Duration 32:25

In this episode, I talk to Chuck Chakrapani about Musonius Rufus. Chuck and I talk about Musonius' writings, his history in the political arena, and how to apply his writings to life today.

Chuck is the president of Leger Analytics, a distinguished visiting professor at Ryerson University, and Editor of The Stoic Gym.

Check out Chuck Chakrapani at:
ChuckChakrapani.com
thestoicgym.com
leger360.com

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David McFadzean, and the Manager Sage

Season 1 · Episode 4

Saturday, July 18, 2020 • Duration 48:10

In this episode, I talk to my friend David McFadzean about the application of Stoic principles to management and leadership in the workplace.

David has worked in software engineering for over 30 years, and he and I met working on a robotic, neurosurgical device in Toronto. David has been a practicing Stoic since 2011, and he introduced me to Modern Stoicism. We formed our own Stoic practice group together, the Stoic Avengers.

Check out our Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/modernstoicism

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Massimo Pigliucci, and the Premeditation of Adversity

Season 1 · Episode 3

Friday, July 10, 2020 • Duration 56:17

In our second full episode, I talk to Massimo Pigliucci about the premeditation of adversity.

Massimo is a professor of philosophy at The City College of New York, an author, and a podcaster.

Check out Massimo Pigliucci at:
Website: https://massimopigliucci.com/
Twitter: @mpigliucci
Medium: https://medium.com/@MassimoPigliucci

Check out our Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/modernstoicism

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Donald Robertson, Marcus Aurelius, and Alexander the Great

Season 1 · Episode 2

Friday, July 3, 2020 • Duration 28:40

In our very first full episode, I talk to Donald Robertson about Marcus Aurelius, Alexander the great, and some of the key themes of Marcus' work.

Author, trainer, writer, Donald has written many books, blog posts, and articles on the subject of Stoicism, and he leads online courses on Stoicism and Marcus Aurelius as well.

Check out Donald Robertson at:
Website: https://donaldrobertson.name/
Medium: https://medium.com/@don.robertson.ca
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSbmM0eiqFkNOaszMIdr6hw

Check out our Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/modernstoicism

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Our Podcast - An Introduction...

Season 1 · Episode 1

Wednesday, June 24, 2020 • Duration 01:51

This episode is just a quick introduction to the podcast, explaining our intent and goals.

To speak to the leading minds in Modern Stoicism today
To feature the wide variety of authors and speakers in the world of Modern Stoicism
To foster positive, and compelling discourse about this philosophy with people like you

Check out our Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/modernstoicism

First full episode, coming soon!

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Mick Mulroy, Philosopher Kings, Ethics, and Wisdom

Season 1 · Episode 14

Friday, October 9, 2020 • Duration 31:11

In this episode, we talk with Mick Mulroy about philosopher kings, ethics, and wisdom.

Mick is the co-founder of Lobo Institute, a private firm consulting, advising, and teaching on current and future conflicts. Mulroy is a former United States Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for the Middle East, a retired Central Intelligence Agency Paramilitary Operations Officer, and United States Marine. In addition, he is a Senior Fellow for National Security and Defense Policy at the Middle East Institute, and an ABC News National Security Analyst.

Mick is also on the board of directors at the Grassroots Reconciliation Group, an award-winning nonprofit that works to rehabilitate children that have been forced to fight in the Lord's Resistance Army in East Africa. He is also the co-founder of the Lobo Institute, a group that studies conflicts and how to end them, and the co-founder of the charity End Child Soldiering, that seeks to help rehabilitate former child soldiers worldwide.

If you'd like to leave a comment for us about the podcast you've heard today, head over to: https://modernstoicism.com/podcast-14-mick-mulroy-philosopher-kings-ethics-and-wisdom/

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Chris Gill, Social Responsibility, Environmentalism, and Cultural Change

Season 1 · Episode 13

Friday, September 25, 2020 • Duration 31:52

In this episode, I talk with Chris Gill about social responsibility, environmentalism, and cultural change.

Chris has been a member of the Modern Stoicism team since its inception in 2012, and is Emeritus Professor of Ancient Thought at the University of Exeter.

Check out some of Chris' other work at:
Book list: amazon.co.uk
Interview with The Daily Stoic: https://dailystoic.com/christopher-gill-interview/
Interview with The Stoic Fellowship: https://medium.com/stoicism/an-interview-with-christopher-gill-81940990456e

If you'd like to leave a comment for us about the podcast you've heard today, head over to https://modernstoicism.com/podcast-13-chris-gill-social-responsibility-environmentalism-and-cultural-change/

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