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Proverbial

CiRCE Podcast Network

On every episode of Proverbial, teacher and author Joshua Gibbs (How to Be Unlucky: Reflections on the Pursuit of Virtue and Something They Will Not Forget: A Handbook for Classical Teachers) explores a single proverb, some old bit of wisdom, and tries to discern what it means for modern men. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

society & culture philosophy

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25:06

Sick Fascination

Proverbial ·

2022/04/27

"Don't shoot the messenger" seems like obvious advice, so why are we even tempted to shoot poor, helpless messengers? We have our reasons, though. Joshua Gibbs explores. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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22:59

Buyer's Remorse

Proverbial ·

2022/04/20

"You can't have your cake and eat it too," so which is better? Having it or eating it? Joshua Gibbs explores. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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21:33

The Hours

Proverbial ·

2022/04/08

"An apple a day keeps the doctor away," although this episode is about an entirely different (every day) proverb. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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22:25

One Little Leak Becomes A Lake

Proverbial ·

2022/03/31

From time to time, everyone has to phone it in. In this episode, Joshua Gibbs has a few consoling words to say about failing others and being failed by others. Be warmed and filled. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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21:06

Family of Trees

Proverbial ·

2022/03/24

"You can't teach an old dog new tricks," but it's better this way. Joshua Gibbs explains why. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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30:02

Your People

Proverbial ·

2022/03/10

Is your church lucky to have you as a member? With the help of a famous proverb, Joshua Gibbs helps you determine the answer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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27:16

How to Buy a Bottle of Wine

Proverbial ·

2022/02/23

"Can I help you find something?" asks the Total Wine employee. Regardless of how you reply, there's a good chance you'll be led to the same boring bottle. Why? Because beauty has her defense mechanisms. Joshua Gibbs explores. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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21:09

So Complicated

Proverbial ·

2022/02/18

Every human judgement is based on incomplete data. A proverb from psychologist William James helps us sort out this vexing truth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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23:23

The Real World

Proverbial ·

2022/02/09

Young men should move out when they hit 18 or 19 even though it's cheaper to live at home. Why? This week's proverb from the Comtesse De Lafayette explores the answer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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22:54

What Could Go Wrong?

Proverbial ·

2022/01/28

"Don't put all your eggs in one basket," they say, but why?Thisbasket is different. It can't be dropped. Or can it? Joshua Gibbs wants to know more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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19:01

The Merciless Clandestine Society That Rules the World

Proverbial ·

2022/01/21

This week's proverb is unattributed and goes like this: "you know what they say." Joshua Gibbs contemplates what it has to say for modern men and women. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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25:02

Street Spirit

Proverbial ·

2022/01/05

"Train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old, he will not depart from it," says Solomon, but what happens between childhood and old age? A vexing lot, actually. Joshua Gibbs investigates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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26:44

There's an Asterisk after Everything

Proverbial ·

2021/12/09

"Fortune favors the brave," but is favor all fortune can offer? Does fortune not love the brave? Does fortune not vindicate the brave? Joshua Gibbs inquires further. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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17:46

Fondest, Blindest, Weakest

Proverbial ·

2021/12/03

"The squeaky wheel gets the grease" isn't just good career advice, it's a helpful perspective on humility. Joshua Gibbs explores. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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44:38

the Secret Life of

Proverbial ·

2021/11/27

“Almost all our faults are more pardonable than the methods we resort to to hide them," saidLa Rochefoucauld. In this episode of Proverbial, Joshua Gibbs discusses the dangers of pleasures sought in secret. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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19:59

Losing Weight

Proverbial ·

2021/11/11

"It is easier to be wise for others than for ourselves," said La Rochefoucauld, thus referencing the troubled relationship between pleasure and wisdom. Joshua Gibbs investigates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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25:17

Animals

Proverbial ·

2021/11/03

"God works in mysterious ways." Join Joshua Gibbs as he explores the meaning behind this common saying. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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23:33

Youth Group Sunday

Proverbial ·

2021/10/28

"Too many cooks spoil the broth," but what about teamwork? Is there not wisdom in a multitude of counselors? Gibbs explores. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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26:16

Homework

Proverbial ·

2021/10/15

"Big book, big bore," said Callimachus. Everyone loves a shorty, though. Joshua Gibbs tells all in the latest episode of Proverbial. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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22:27

Losing Sleep

Proverbial ·

2021/10/06

"The best revenge is a life well lived," said George Herbert. Why do other sorts of revenge fall short of good old-fashioned happiness and contentment? Joshua Gibbs investigates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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