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The Sunday Stoic
Applying ancient philosophy to modern life.
The Sunday Stoic Podcast is a weekly show for those seeking to live a life guided by reason, virtue, and resilience. Each episode explores the timeless wisdom of ancient Stoicism through modern reflections on ancient writings, practical applications, and interviews. Whether you're new to Stoicism or deeply steeped in its teachings, the show blends clarity, curiosity, and community in a down-to-earth format designed to inspire thoughtful action.
Podcasting since 2025 • 17 episodes
The Sunday Stoic
Latest Episodes
Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy with William C. Spears.
Commander William C. Spears, a U.S. Navy submarine warfare officer and author of Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy, joins the Sunday Stoic Podcast to explore how ancient Stoic wisdom guides modern warriors. From James Stockdale’s ...
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Premeditatio Malorum- The Premeditation of Adversity
In this episode Dan discusses the Stoic technique that allows you to keep your head and fulfil your social roles even under adverse conditions.
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The Spark Before the Fire: Stoic Protopathē
In this episode, we explore the subtle yet powerful Stoic concept of protopathē—the initial stirrings of emotion that arise before reason has a chance to intervene. Often misunderstood as signs of weakness or failure, these “proto-pass...
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Ashes to Insight: Living Well by Remembering Death
In this episode, we confront the most sobering—and liberating—truth of Stoic philosophy: our mortality. Drawing from the timeless wisdom of Seneca, Marcus Aurelius, and Epictetus, we explore how remembering death can sharpen our focus, deepen o...
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