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The Via Stoica Podcast

Brendan, and Benny
Stoicism
Self-Improvement
Mental Health
Resilience
Personal Growth
Gratitude
Patience
Minimalism
Purpose
Motivation
Marcus Aurelius
Meditation
Olympics
Speed Skating
Personal Boundaries
Frustration
Community Support
Instant Gratification
Pride
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on Stoicism that brings you the ancient wisdom of this philosophy to our modern-day lives. Walking the digital streets, Brendan and Benny examine the ancient texts and tools through a current lens. The Stoics teach us to focus on the moment, and that’s how Stoicism should be approached. We have the foundation of the wise minds of the past and now it i... more

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What do the Swedish concept of lagom—living with balance and “just enough”—and the philosophy of Stoicism have in common? In this episode of the Via Stoica Podcast, Benny speaks with Kortney Yasenka, licensed clinical mental health counselor, writer,... more

Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on Stoicism.

In this Stoic Quotes episode, Benny reflects on the words of Seneca from his essay On the Shortness of Life. Seneca challenges the common complaint that life is too brief, reminding us inste... more

Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the Podcast on Stoicism.

In this episode of the Via Stoica Podcast, Benny explores the Stoic Discipline of Assent, the practice of choosing how we respond to impressions, rather than being led by impulse or unexami... more

Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on Stoicism.

In this Stoic Quotes episode, Benny reflects on the words of Michel de Montaigne, the 16th-century French philosopher who pioneered the personal essay. In his famous essay To Philosophize I... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. John Sellars
Reader in the History of Philosophy at Royal Holloway and an expert in Stoicism
Royal Holloway
Episode: A Stoic Conversation with Dr. John Sellars: Stoicism Rediscovered Beyond the Buzzword
Dr. Ranjini George
Professor at the University of Toronto, author of 'Through My Mother's Window', expert in Eastern and Western philosophies.
University of Toronto
Episode: A Stoic Conversation with Dr. Ranjini George: Where Buddhism Meets Stoicism
William C. Spears
Active-duty naval officer and author
U.S. Navy
Episode: A Stoic Conversation with William C. Spears: Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy
Shermin Kruse
Author, speaker, professor, and lawyer.
Author of 'Stoic Empathy'
Episode: A Stoic Conversation with Shermin Kruse: How Stoic Empathy Build Better Connections
Anya Leonard
Co-founder and director of Classical Wisdom, author with a master's in sociology
Classical Wisdom
Episode: A Stoic Conversation with Anya Leonard: Classical Wisdom for a Better Present
Meredith Alexander Kunz
Author, editor, and communication strategist focused on Stoic philosophy and parenting
The Stoic Mom
Episode: A Stoic Conversation with Meredith Alexander Kunz: Wisdom from a Stoic Mom beyond Stoicism and parenting
Massimo Pigliucci
Author, speaker on Stoicism
City College of New York
Episode: A Stoic Conversation with Massimo Pigliucci: From How to be a Stoic to Beyond Stoicism
Michael McGill
CIO in the healthcare industry, Stoic philosopher, and social media influencer.
Stoic CIO
Episode: 66. A Stoic Conversation with Michael McGill: A Deep Dive into Real Modern-day Stoicism
Eric Weiner
Author and New York Times bestseller with a background in journalism
NPR, Author of 'The Geography of Bliss' and 'The Socrates Express'
Episode: 63. A Stoic Conversation with Eric Weiner: The Socrates Express and Ben & Me

Hosts

Brendan
Co-host, known for his deep analysis of Stoic texts and personal experiences that resonate with listeners. He brings a relatable perspective on applying Stoicism to modern challenges.
Benny
Co-host, focuses on engaging discussions around Stoic philosophy and practical applications. He shares insights from his life experiences, making Stoicism accessible and inspiring.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • A valuable part of my stoic practice

    The Via Stoica podcast is valuable part of my stoic practice, listening always provides little nuggets or new perspectives that I can dig into later or that otherwise help shape where my mind is at on any given day. I’ve also been doing coaching with Brendan and have been finding it extremely valuable, like therapy but less formal, more actionable, more challenging relative to my experiences with talk therapy. The common foundation of stoic philosophy to helps ground both the conversations and a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adastra56
    United States3 months ago
  • Such a great podcast

    Stoicism is such a wise way of living life. Radically accepting what we cannot control and thriving on what we can. I've only listened to a couple of episodes yet the knowledge and information is really super. I'm glad I found you guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hamishNIVEN
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great podcast - helping to guide me to the good life

    Gratefully discovered the Street Stoics podcast a few months back (before the Via Stoica transformation) and it got me from the get-go. Topics and discussions are delivered beautifully: forever informative, calming and easy to digest. Highly rate each and every episode and always look forward to the next. Thanks for sharing your wisdom and helping to improve my life. Truly inspiring…. so much so that I just checked out your website and subscribed to ‘The Pause’ newsletter. Cheers to you fellas, ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gaudge
    Australiaa year ago
  • I am currently on episode 7, and I have to say this podcast is adding value to my practice.

    Got some new ideas and ways to look at things.

    I am not sure if you have talked about your ways of implementing and applying Stoicism into your daily life, if not, I would like to hear it.

    I have a "theme of the day" as my daily practice. That is, I read my notes about one ot the exercises and I reflect on it through the day.

    For example, today's topic is "impermanence" of thoughts, feeling, emotions, me... more

    Podcast Addict
    5
    iHappy
    a year ago
  • Inspiring, master piece!

    Based on philosophical theory and applied to today's life. Fantastic and helpful for people searching for strong ethical foundation on how to build a successful life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ouly Reymond
    Switzerlanda year ago

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A Stoic Conversation with Dr. Ranjini George: Where Buddhism Meets Stoicism
Q: What is Buddhism and what is Stoicism?
Buddhism is simply, it's a philosophy and it's a way of awakening my own Tara nature, my own Guanyin nature, my own Buddha nature and mastering my emotions. Stoicism is to soak myself in wisdom, those who have come before me and to leave a good footprint on the earth.
A Stoic Conversation with Dr. Ranjini George: Where Buddhism Meets Stoicism
Q: How would you describe your philosophy of life?
My philosophy is just not to waste my life, to try to cultivate compassion and wisdom and to try to do meaningful work, to try to live with awareness.
A Stoic Conversation with Dr. Ranjini George: Where Buddhism Meets Stoicism
Q: What stood out to you though, as kind of the things of what, why these two, you know, Buddhism and Stoicism combining them or working with both of them together can be so powerful?
For me, it's very complementary...both teach me how to train my mind. Both philosophies emphasize that the most precious thing I have in my life is my character and who I am as a human being.
A Stoic Conversation with William C. Spears: Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy
Q: How should a warrior think about something if they're receiving what they consider to be unethical orders or misguided leadership?
They should disobey unlawful orders and reflect on the moral implications of the orders they receive.
A Stoic Conversation with William C. Spears: Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy
Q: Can you describe just what you meant by calling it a warrior philosophy?
I define a warrior as someone who is in the profession of arms, someone who is in the business of making war. This includes all uniformed military personnel.

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2. Dr. Ranjini George
3. William C. Spears
4. Shermin Kruse
5. Anya Leonard
6. Meredith Alexander Kunz
7. Massimo Pigliucci
8. Michael McGill

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