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The Daily Stoic
BONUS | If You're Feeling Anxious Right Now, Listen To This

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 10:59


Feeling anxious lately? In this bonus episode, Ryan and author Chris Guillebeau break down what your anxiety is really trying to tell you, why fighting it makes it worse, and how to finally feel calm without forcing it.

The Daily Stoic
Older But Never Wiser | Ask Daily Stoic

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 10:45


There is no wisdom without experience. But experience does not necessarily translate into wisdom, does it?

The Daily Stoic
Pete Holmes Doesn't Buy Your Excuses (PT. 1)

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 47:14


In this hilarious and surprisingly deep episode, Ryan sits down with comedian, actor, and podcaster Pete Holmes to talk about why so many of us are trapped in the cult of productivity. They discuss Mark Wahlberg's 4 a.m. hustle routine, the myth of “selfless work,” why we confuse being busy with being good, and more. Pete Holmes is an American actor, comedian, writer, producer, and podcaster. He first gained recognition in the early 2010s as a stand-up comic, and also released his first comedy special and worked as a television writer and actor. He is the host of the podcast You Made It Weird, author of Comedy Sex God, and the creator of the HBO show Crashing. Follow Pete Holmes on Instagram, X, and YouTubeWatch Ryan's episode on You Made It Weird with Pete Holmes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nn9B-15fV1IListen to Pete interview Robert Greene - one of Ryan's favorite podcast episodes!

The Daily Stoic
Don't Be This Kind of Friend

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 2:36


We've all known these people. They say one thing and do another. They virtue signal but act without virtue.

The Daily Stoic
The Most Critical (And Rarest) Ability In Life | Practice Love

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 10:17


There is no technology that can do it for you. There is no app. No teacher who can simply download everything into your brain.

The Daily Stoic
You Don't Have To Do This To Yourself | Looking Out For Each Other

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 8:34


There is so much to worry about. There is so much to be stressed about. Or so you think…

The Daily Stoic
BONUS | Is Taylor Swift a Stoic?

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2025 24:03


In honor of Taylor Swift's new album The Life of a Showgirl, Ryan shares the surprising Stoic lessons hidden in her music and career.

The Daily Stoic
This Isn't A Solo Journey | Does Character Still Matter?

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2025 21:23


In the past, character wasn't just admired, it was expected. People demanded integrity, and even fought duels over questions of honor. But today, does character still matter?General McChrystal is a retired United States Army general best known for his command of Joint Special Operations Command in the mid-2000s. He established a consultancy firm, McChrystal Group, in 2011 and advises senior executives at multinational corporations on navigating complex change and building stronger teams.

The Daily Stoic
Would You DIE to Keep Your Word? | John Amaechi (PT. 2)

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2025 42:07


Moral challenges have existed throughout history, and we all handle them in our own way. In today's Part 2 episode, Ryan continues his conversation with former NBA player turned psychologist John Amaechi. They discuss the ethical dilemmas that have endured for 2,000 years, the role of compromise, and the complexity of loyalty and sacrifice.John Amaechi is an English psychologist, consultant and former professional basketball player. He played college basketball for the Vanderbilt Commodores and Penn State Nittany Lions, and professional basketball in the NBA for the Orlando Magic, Utah Jazz, and Cleveland Cavaliers. Since retiring from basketball, John got his PhD in psychology and has worked as a psychologist and consultant, establishing his company Amaechi Performance Systems.Follow John on X @JohnAmaechi and on Instagram @JohnAmaechiOBE

The Daily Stoic
What The Wise Know—And Fools Ignore | 15 Stoic Lessons from the Birthplace of Stoicism

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 32:44


Self-awareness is not something you just magically get. It's something, like any form of wisdom, that you have to work at.

Existential Stoic Podcast
Why Your Job Sucks

Existential Stoic Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 23:43


This episode is a replay from The Existential Stoic library. Enjoy! Is going to work a struggle? Do you feel trapped at work? Does the thought of work make you exhausted…depressed? In this episode, Danny and Randy discuss why your job sucks.Subscribe to ESP's YouTube Channel! Thanks for listening!  Do you have a question you want answered in a future episode? If so, send your question to: existentialstoic@protonmail.comDanny, Randy, and their good friend, Russell, created a new podcast, CodeNoobs, for anyone interested in tech and learning how to code. Listen to CodeNoobs now online, CodeNoobs-podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts.

The Daily Stoic
This Is The One Thing That Keeps | Ask Daily Stoic

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 15:35


No one can take away what you've learned. No one can make you forget philosophy.

The Daily Stoic
BONUS | Joe Rogan's Reading List (From Ryan Holiday)

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 6:06


View the ENTIRE list of books mentioned in this video here: https://www.thepaintedporch.com/collections/joe-rogan-picksListen to Ryan and Joe's conversation on The Joe Rogan Experience: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3VbGyix7GOozgg8sry2Tmr

The Daily Stoic
The $17 MILLION Test of Integrity | John Amaechi (PT. 1)

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 49:03


How much is your word worth? For former NBA player turned psychologist John Amaechi, the answer is $17 million. In this episode, John and Ryan unpack why he walked away from that payday, why integrity is his ultimate non-negotiable, why your job should never define you, and more. John Amaechi is an English psychologist, consultant and former professional basketball player. He played college basketball for the Vanderbilt Commodores and Penn State Nittany Lions, and professional basketball in the NBA for the Orlando Magic, Utah Jazz, and Cleveland Cavaliers. Since retiring from basketball, John got his PhD in psychology and has worked as a psychologist and consultant, establishing his company Amaechi Performance Systems.Follow John on X @JohnAmaechi and on Instagram @JohnAmaechiOBE

The Daily Stoic
This Says So Much About You

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 3:22


We are how we treat the vulnerable. We are how we treat people who can't do much for us anymore. We are who we take care of.

The Daily Stoic
Don't Let It Make You A Liar | Practice Silence

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 9:01


You said you were going to take care of it. You said it would be done by the deadline. You set aside the time. You had every intention of doing it. But what happened?

The Daily Stoic
BONUS | 7 Stoic Lessons on Wisdom

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 11:07


As Seneca says, the path to wisdom is acquiring one thing a day. Wisdom takes work.

The Daily Stoic
The Little Things Say Everything | Your Actual Needs Are Small

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 8:25


It's our daily choices—our response to rudeness, our handling of power, how we treat friends, children, the elderly—that reveals the core of who we are.

Meikles & Dimes
224: Admiral James Stavridis | Underappreciated Leadership Lessons

Meikles & Dimes

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 17:47


Admiral James Stavridis is a 4-Star Navy Admiral who served as Supreme Allied Commander of NATO. Following his military career, he served as Dean of the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University. Currently he serves as Partner and Vice Chairman of The Carlyle Group, one of the world's largest private equity firms. He also serves as Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Rockefeller Foundation. In this episode we discuss the following: To be a great leader, you have to be in shape. Leaders need energy and health, and sleep is a weapon. If you're not rested, you're not ready for battle. Admiral Stavridis was Captain of a destroyer that failed inspection, it was his peers that had his back and saved him that day. Invest in our peer relationships because they will be honest with us and be unafraid to reach out. Great leaders are great readers. To be a reader is to lead a thousand lives. Every book is a simulator, whether we're learning resilience from The Old Man and the Sea or leadership from the Godfather. Since conducting this interview, I have been reading The Admiral's Bookshelf, and I love learning the lessons he learned from his top 25 books. And because of this conversation I created my own bookshelf of the 25 books that have most influenced me. I've pasted these in the show notes and on my website.   The Admiral's final lesson is timeless. Be humble.  And inspired by The Admiral's Bookshelf, I created my own bookshelf. Nate Meikle's Bookshelf The Book of Mormon & Bible Taught me about Jesus Christ, love, repentance, forgiveness, and endurance Great Expectations by Charles Dickens Reminds me to avoid the superficial Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom Motivated me to become a professor Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki The first book to get me excited about personal finance, one of the most important, underappreciated topics IMO. A Man for All Seasons by Robert Bolt Motivates me to be honest in all things How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie Improved my communication skills dramatically Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy Warns me of the dangers of infidelity Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte Motivates me to live a life of integrity My Personal Best by John Wooden Taught me about servant leadership and to treat friendship like a fine art The Black Swan by Nassim Taleb Made me realize the importance of long tail events Jim Trelease Read-Aloud Handbook by Jim Trelease Motivated me to teach my daughter to read at age 2, read tens of thousands of books to her (and our subsequent 3 children), and ultimately write my own book (Little Miss) about how to inspire children to love reading Made to Stick by Chip and Dan Heath Taught me the importance of storytelling and how to tell great stories The Wise Heart by Jack Kornfield Taught me about Buddhism, and the three causes of human suffering (Grasping, Aversion, Delusion) A Guide to the Good Life by William Irvine Taught me about Stoic Philosophy and the value of negative visualization and wanting the things we have The Coddling of the American Mind by Greg Lukianoff and Jonathan Haidt Taught me to not coddle my children and the dangers of cognitive distortions (and the value of cognitive behavioral therapy) The Singularity is Near by Ray Kurzweill (published in 2005) Made me realize that AI is likely the most important invention ever, and persuaded me that Artificial General Intelligence will arrive during my lifetime Poor Charlie's Almanack, by Charlie Munger The greatest collection of wisdom I've ever come across related to investing (specifically) and decision making (generally) Thinking In Bets by Annie Duke Taught me about the dangers of resulting / outcome bias (judging a decision by the outcome rather than the process) Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss Taught me the importance of seeing a negotiation from the other person's point of view, and constantly showing them that you understand their position (by labeling, mirroring, and using an accusations audit) Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson Taught me about elite ambition, determination, and focus Endurance by Alfred Lansing Taught me about unflinching leadership Good Energy by Casey Means Persuaded me to eliminate processed foods and exercise 5-6 days per week Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card Reminds me how capable children are Beneath a Scarlet Sky by Mark Sullivan Inspires me to be courageous The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams Reminds me to try to laugh every day, in every class, in every conversation

The Daily Stoic
The Stoic Way to Cope With Losing Someone You Love

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2025 13:26


In today's episode, Ryan reflects on the passing of his friend George Raveling and turns to Seneca for wisdom on how to handle grief. You'll hear Seneca's timeless words on love, loss, and why even painful memories can carry sweetness.

Existential Stoic Podcast
Success versus Fulfillment - Can You Have Both?

Existential Stoic Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2025 39:58


This episode is a replay from The Existential Stoic library. Enjoy! Should you pursue success or fulfillment? Is it possible to both succeed and be fulfilled? In this episode, Danny and Randy examine success and fulfillment and ask whether it is possible to have both.Subscribe to ESP's YouTube Channel! Thanks for listening!  Do you have a question you want answered in a future episode? If so, send your question to: existentialstoic@protonmail.com  Danny, Randy, and their good friend, Russell, created a new podcast, CodeNoobs, for anyone interested in tech and learning how to code. Listen to CodeNoobs now online, CodeNoobs-podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts.

The Daily Stoic
The Courage Crisis: How YOU Can Make A Difference Today | John Avlon (PT. 2)

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2025 48:46


The hardest thing in life is finding the courage to do what's right when it costs you. In this episode, Ryan continues his conversation with journalist and historian John Avlon, diving into the dangerous myths we cling to, the lessons he learned from running for office, and the warnings history has to offer. John shares why he still chooses a defiant optimism for America's future and why you should, too.John Avlon is an American journalist and political commentator. He was a senior political analyst and anchor at CNN, and was the editor-in-chief and managing director of The Daily Beast from 2013 to 2018.

The Daily Stoic
It's Not Something You're Born With. It's Something You Earn. | 15 Stoic Strategies For Success

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 25:18


Just as one becomes strong through lifting weights, or skilled at woodworking through hours in the shop, we become wise through the same kind of effort.

Existential Stoic Podcast
How to be Effective

Existential Stoic Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 11:08


This episode is a replay from The Existential Stoic library. Enjoy! Do you want to be highly effective? Do you want to get more done? In this episode, Danny and Randy discuss tips for how to be effective.Subscribe to ESP's YouTube Channel! Thanks for listening!  Do you have a question you want answered in a future episode? If so, send your question to: existentialstoic@protonmail.comDanny, Randy, and their good friend, Russell, created a new podcast, CodeNoobs, for anyone interested in tech and learning how to code. Listen to CodeNoobs now online, CodeNoobs-podcast, or wherever you get your podcasts.

The Daily Stoic
You Are Never Excused From This | Ask Daily Stoic

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 14:01


It doesn't matter if you're young or old. It doesn't matter if you're a private or a president, a CEO or a summer intern. THIS is your responsibility.

The Daily Stoic
There's No Such Thing As A Bad Thing

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 2:13


We get to decide what things mean to us. We get to decide how we respond to things.

The Daily Stoic
Fix Your News Diet NOW (Before It Breaks Your Brain) | John Avlon (PT. 1)

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 39:04


How do you stay informed without losing your mind? In this episode, Ryan sits down with journalist and historian John Avlon to discuss how to fix your “news diet,” why local journalism matters more than ever, and what studying Lincoln can teach us about leadership, empathy, and navigating chaos. They talk about Lincoln's surprising use of humor, the ways history repeats itself, and what it really takes to stay sane in today's overwhelming media world.John Avlon is an American journalist and political commentator. He was a senior political analyst and anchor at CNN, and was the editor-in-chief and managing director of The Daily Beast from 2013 to 2018.Follow John Avlon on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/johnavlon/?hl=en

The Daily Stoic
We Need More of These People | Pain Is Self-Inflicted Harm

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 7:30


We once had Stoics in high office. We had Stoics making important decisions. We're a long way from that today, aren't we?

The Daily Stoic
BONUS | 12 Stoic Lessons from The Odyssey

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 27:54


For nearly 3,000 years, one story has ruled them all. The Odyssey. In today's episode, Ryan shares12 Stoic lessons hidden inside this timeless epic.

The Daily Stoic
It's Not Extraordinary | No Pain, No Gain

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 9:26


The Daily Stoic
You Have To Earn THIS | Ryan Holiday Live In London

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2025 18:26


If you think you know what wisdom is, you probably don't. If you think you have wisdom, you almost certainly don't.

The Daily Stoic
The NFL Idols America Obsesses Over | Seth Wickersham (PT. 2)

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2025 47:51


Is ego a prerequisite for greatness as an NFL quarterback? In this episode, Ryan is joined by award-winning sports journalist, Seth Wickersham, to dig into the brutal realities of the position, from overbearing parents and sideline meltdowns to Tom Brady's relationship with Bill Belichick. They talk about the psychology, pressure, and identity struggles that come with the glory of America's most powerful position in sports. Seth Wickersham is a senior writer at ESPN and the New York Times bestselling author of It's Better to Be Feared: The New England Patriots Dynasty and the Pursuit of Greatness. Focusing primarily on longform enterprise and investigative work on the National Football League, Wickersham has been a finalist for the National Magazine Award for Reporting, and his stories have been anthologized in the Best American Magazine Writing, the Best American Sports Writing, and Next Wave: America's New Generation of Great Literary Journalists, among others. Released in 2021, It's Better to Be Feared was named Nonfiction Book of the Year by Sports Illustrated and Best Sports Book by the National Sports Media Association. Follow Seth Wickersham: X & Instagram: @Seth.Wickersham

The Daily Stoic
Can You Return With Honor? | Why You Need To Do Something Hard EVERY SINGLE DAY

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2025 23:14


Each of us is sent on missions, each of us does our stint in this situation or that one. The question is, then, will we return with honor?

The Daily Stoic
This Is How The Weak Beat The Strong | Ask Daily Stoic

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 14:08


You may not have a lot of money. Or powerful connections. Or even superior genetics. Does this mean you're at a disadvantage?

Stoicism: Philosophy as a Way of Life Podcast
The Inner Fortress: Military Resilience and Stoic Philosophy

Stoicism: Philosophy as a Way of Life Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 45:14


In this episode, my guest is Carlos Garcia. Carlos is the Co-Founder and CEO of True Progress Lab, a coaching company that operates on the motto 'Get Calm. Get Bold. Get After It'. He is also a Major and Judge Advocate in the U.S. Army Reserve, and an Army-certified Master Resilience Trainer.Highlights* Carlos, you have a fascinating background—an attorney, a Major and Judge Advocate in the U.S. Army Reserve, and a high-performance coach. How did your experiences in these high-stakes environments lead you to focus on resilience and coaching?* You're an Army-certified Master Resilience Trainer. What are the core principles the military teaches for handling adversity? * Are there overlaps with ancient Stoic philosophy?* How do you think the army's resilience training could be improved?* You mentioned that reading about Stoicism and Marcus Aurelius has been "instrumental" in shaping your philosophy. Which of his ideas resonated most deeply with you, and how do you see them applying to a modern leader or soldier?* Your flagship course is called The Inner Fortress, can you tell us a bit about that?* A key focus of your coaching is overcoming FOPO, or the "fear of people's opinions". Why do you find this specific fear is such a powerful inhibitor for the successful professionals you work with?* You use a unique blend of Stoic philosophy and exposure therapy to help clients. Could you walk us through how you combine an ancient philosophy with a modern therapeutic technique to help someone act more boldly?* Finally, based on your experience, what do you think are some of the most helpful pieces of advice you can pass on to our listeners? Stoicism: Philosophy as a Way of Life is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.Links* Web: trueprogresslab.comThanks for reading Stoicism: Philosophy as a Way of Life! This post is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to Stoicism: Philosophy as a Way of Life at donaldrobertson.substack.com/subscribe

The Daily Stoic
It's For The Young and Old

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 4:58


“As long as you live,” Seneca said, “keep learning how to live.” As long as we're alive, we must keep learning and wrestling with these ideas.

The Daily Stoic
The Heaviest Crown in America: The Quarterback's Throne | Seth Wickersham (PT. 1)

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 34:08


In America, kings don't wear crowns, they wear helmets. Being an NFL quarterback is the ultimate crown and it never comes free. Today, award-winning journalist Seth Wickersham joins Ryan to pull back the curtain on football's most scrutinized position. They dive into why players can't walk away, the intense loneliness at the top, and how the pressure can consume a player's life.Seth Wickersham is a senior writer at ESPN and the New York Times bestselling author of It's Better to Be Feared: The New England Patriots Dynasty and the Pursuit of Greatness. Focusing primarily on longform enterprise and investigative work on the National Football League, Wickersham has been a finalist for the National Magazine Award for Reporting, and his stories have been anthologized in the Best American Magazine Writing, the Best American Sports Writing, and Next Wave: America's New Generation of Great Literary Journalists, among others. Released in 2021, It's Better to Be Feared was named Nonfiction Book of the Year by Sports Illustrated and Best Sports Book by the National Sports Media Association. Follow Seth Wickersham: X & Instagram: @Seth.Wickersham

The Daily Stoic
Just Put It On My Tab | On Handling Haters

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 8:19


Anyone who has had a run of bad luck knows the feeling. It's frustrating and annoying and sometimes deeply unfair, but there is also something freeing about it.

The Daily Stoic
This Is Who We Have To Be | A Garden Is Not For Show

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 7:08


It would be wonderful if we had more Stoic heads of state but a far more attainable goal is Stoic heads of companies, of families, of communities, of organizations and institutions.

The Daily Stoic
"I Almost DIED" | 9 Stoic Lessons on MEMENTO MORI

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2025 19:31


While in Athens, Ryan had a near-death experience that reminded him just how short life really is. In today's episode, he shares 9 Stoic reminders about Memento Mori for you to think about today.

The Daily Stoic
Silence the 5 Inner Critics DESTROYING Your Confidence | Fighter Pilot Michelle Curran (PT. 2)

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2025 36:04


Self-doubt is just one of the 5 voices you can't afford to keep listening to. Former U.S. Air Force fighter pilot Michelle Curran and Ryan continue their conversation, breaking down the five inner critics that fuel fear, doubt, and perfectionism and show you how to rise above them. They talk about what people get wrong about courage, the myth of shortcuts, the illusion of importance, and how to push past the voices telling you you're not enough. Michelle “MACE” Curran is a former United States Air Force fighter pilot with nearly 2,000 hours of F-16 flying time. She flew combat missions in Afghanistan and honed her skills across the globe, becoming the second woman in history to serve as the Lead Solo Pilot for the Thunderbirds, the Air Force's elite demonstration team. Known for her signature upside-down maneuvers, Mace performed for millions, inspiring audiences at airshows and flyovers like the Super Bowl, Daytona 500, and Indy 500.You can follow her on Instagram @Mace_Curran and learn more about her work at https://macecurran.com/

The Daily Stoic
That's The Thing With Anger | Is It Normal For A Stoic To Cry?

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 11:24


Seneca advises us to look in a mirror when we're angry to see how we've transformed. What we often find is shocking—a face distorted by rage, barely resembling our true selves.

The Daily Stoic
What a 9/11 Pilot Will Never Forget | General Dan Caine (BONUS)

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 14:06


In today's bonus episode, Gen. Dan Caine reflects on being one of the first pilots in the air on 9/11 and what that moment taught him about courage, leadership, and service.General Dan Caine is the 22nd Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. He has flown more than 100 combat hours in F-16 aircraft. His total flight hours are 2,800. Throughout his career he was awarded the Defense Superior Service Medal, Distinguished Flying Cross, Bronze Star Medal with bronze oak leaf cluster and the Defense Meritorious Service Medal.

The Daily Stoic
This Is What Kindles The Soul | Ask Daily Stoic

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 15:32


Today, on the 24th anniversary of 9/11, let's honor Brian Sweeney and the thousands of others we lost by striving to be, as Marcus said, "free of passion and yet full of love."

The Daily Stoic
The Day My Ego Almost Killed Me | Fighter Pilot Michelle Curran (PT. 1)

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 43:48


When failure can mean life or death, you learn fast what ego and fear really cost. In today's episode, Ryan talks with Michelle “MACE” Curran about the brutal reality of fighter pilot training, how she battled imposter syndrome in a male-dominated world, the mistake that gave her a call sign for life, and why fear is an essential part of real courage.Michelle “MACE” Curran is a former United States Air Force fighter pilot with nearly 2,000 hours of F-16 flying time. She flew combat missions in Afghanistan and honed her skills across the globe, becoming the second woman in history to serve as the Lead Solo Pilot for the Thunderbirds, the Air Force's elite demonstration team. Known for her signature upside-down maneuvers, Mace performed for millions, inspiring audiences at airshows and flyovers like the Super Bowl, Daytona 500, and Indy 500.You can follow Michelle Curran on Instagram @Mace_Curran and learn more about her work at https://macecurran.com/

The Daily Stoic
You Can Do This Too

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 2:18


Put one foot in front of the other. Do your best. Make a tiny contribution.

The Daily Stoic
You Prove Stoicism WORKS | Listener Stories (BONUS)

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 20:42


How has Stoicism impacted your life? In this special bonus episode, listeners share their own journeys with the philosophy. Want to be featured in a future episode? Send us an audio recording at podcast@dailystoic.com.*By submitting, you are consenting to your voice and story being shared on the podcast.

The Daily Stoic
This Is A Timeless Temptation | A New Way To Pray

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 10:47


Even with natural gifts or prestigious education, wisdom isn't guaranteed. As Seneca wrote, "much toil remains," and to grow wiser, you must lavish all your waking hours and all your efforts toward this goal.

The Daily Stoic
There's Two Ways It Goes Now | Do Not Be Deceived By Fortune

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 9:49


A Stoic doesn't always win, but they never go quietly along.

The Daily Stoic
Death and How to Live it | Rainn Wilson's Reflections

The Daily Stoic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2025 51:33


In this very personal chapter from his book Soul Boom, Rainn Wilson reflects on life and death as he is preparing his father's body for burial. Rainn Wilson is an actor, comedian, author, podcaster, writer, and director. He is most known for his role as Dwight Schrute on the NBC sitcom The Office (2005-2013), for which he earned three consecutive Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series.