
A self-development podcast with philosophical, psychological and literary flair hosted by Victoria Hutchins, the creator of @thedailyvictorian and nationally bestselling author of MAKE BELIEVE. Episodes every other Sunday.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 44 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PhilosophySociety & Culture | |||

The best year of your life doesn't start on January 1. It starts with what you do before the year begins. Today, I come to you with three things you can do right now to prepare for 2027 to be the best year of your life.
I know it’s still October, b... more
We all have that one person who can ruin our day in less than 30 seconds. Why is it so hard to stay in our values around certain people? And how do we stop giving them so much power? In this episode, we're turning to the 19th-century philosopher Frie... more
According to the existentialists, the core problem of being human is this: we are meaning-seeking creatures in a universe that is silent on meaning. But somehow, we're supposed to figure out what to major in, who to marry, and what to do with the app... more
The manosphere wants you to think charisma is all about dominance and control. But what if it’s actually about deep presence and social courage?
I don’t want to be like the guy who uses scarce communication to hide his lack of depth and fear of comm... more
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I came across Victoria on my Instagram feed and stopped the scrolling and just went on a deep dive through all her content. Was so excited when I realized she hosted a podcast. It has become a favorite and in between new episodes, I’m listening to all of them. I have found such solidarity in her content and she is just so freaking fun to listen to.
Thank you, Victoria for your podcast! I have been really enjoying every episode but your recent episode on becoming unbothered hit me exactly when I needed it. Your humor, chunking of complex literature/ideas, and real world examples are so refreshing and an easy listen. Please keep making your podcast!
Sincerely,
Recently Unbothered
One of the best podcasts I’ve come across, and so happy I did! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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The “Charisma” topic seemed interesting which is why I clicked to listen. The introduction of unapologetically a raging feminist and that general theme initially was a turn off and felt like another attack episode on men was about to commence. However, this episode was very entertaining and had excellent practical advice in a non demeaning manner.
My previous job depended on levels of charisma and managing those levels and this episode was truly spot on with the advice.
I also found my self l... more
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Apple Podcasts | #27 | |
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Apple Podcasts | #36 |
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A thoughtful, philosophy-forward self-development show that blends existential ideas with practical life coaching. Episodes center on meaning, charisma, life planning, and navigating late-stage life changes, using literary and psychological theory alongside personal stories to offer actionable steps and reflective prompts. A standout is the host's accessible, intimate style that treats philosophy as a living tool for everyday decisions, relationships, and self-transformation. Overall, it's well-suited for listeners who want grounded, humane guidance grounded in literature and thought, not quick fixes.
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