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The Via Stoica Podcast

Brendan, and Benny

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 is our time to find the right application to this philosophy of life.In our weekly episodes, we will

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79. Define Your Enough: A Stoic Roadmap to Inner Peace

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2025/04/08

Send us a text Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the Podcast on Stoicism What if the peace you are searching for does not come from adding more to your life, but from realizing how little you actually need? In this episode, Brendan and Benny explore the Stoic concept of enough—a quiet but powerful idea that sits at the heart of contentment. We live in a culture that constantly tells us to do more, be more, and accumulate more. But the Stoics teach us that peace begins the moment we stop meas...

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Stoic Quote 4: That Sort of Person is Bound to Do That

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2025/04/04

Send us a text Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on Stoicism. In the Stoic quotes series, we take a look at what the Stoics said and uncover the wisdom they left behind. We look at the famous writings from Epictetus, Seneca, Marcus Aurelius, and more. In this fourth episode, we explore a striking reminder from Marcus Aurelius in Meditations, Book 4.6: “That sort of person is bound to do that. You might as well resent a fig tree for secreting juice. (Anyway, before very long you’l...

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78. Torn by Cognitive Dissonance: Stoic Tools for...

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2025/04/01

Send us a text Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the Podcast on Stoicism What happens when your actions betray your values? When your thoughts and behavior no longer align, it creates a kind of internal friction that the Stoics understood deeply, what we now call cognitive dissonance. In this episode, Brice, Brendan, and Benny explore how Stoic philosophy helps us recognize and resolve these inner contradictions. We look at the signs of dissonance, why it feels so unsettling, and what the St...

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Stoic Quote 3: Suffer More Often in Imagination than...

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2025/03/28

Send us a text Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on Stoicism. In the Stoic quotes series, we take a look at what the Stoics said and uncover the wisdom they left behind. We explore the famous writings of Epictetus, Seneca, Marcus Aurelius, and others. In this episode, we turn to a powerful insight from Seneca, found in Moral Letters to Lucilius, Book 2, Letter 13.4: “There are more things, Lucilius, likely to frighten us than there are to crush us; we suffer more often in imagin...

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77. How to Control Anger with Stoicism: Powerful...

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2025/03/25

Send us a text Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the Podcast on Stoicism. In this episode, Brice, Brendan, and Benny revisit one of Stoicism’s most practical challenges: anger. Discover powerful Stoic techniques to control your temper, remain calm under pressure, and master your emotions. Building on foundational Stoic wisdom, we explore deeper strategies to transform anger into clarity and resilience. If you missed our first deep dive into this topic, make sure to check out Episode 14: "Fr...

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Stoic Quote 2: "To stand up straight, not...

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2025/03/21

Send us a text The Via Stoica Podcast: Stoic quotes series In the Stoic quotes series, we take a look at what the Stoics said and uncover the wisdom they left behind. We look at the famous writings from Epictetus, Seneca, Marcus Aurelius, and more. In this episode, we look at a quote by Marcus Aurelius. In his Meditations, book 3.5. "To stand up straight – not straightened." Self-reliance is an important topic in Stoicism, and Marcus Aurelius often reminds himself of this fact in his perso...

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76. Mastering Impressions: The Stoic Path to Wisdom...

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2025/03/18

Send us a text Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the Podcast on Stoicism. How often do your first impressions deceive you? According to Stoic philosophy, our initial reactions to people, events, and challenges are not always reliable—but mastering them is key to living with wisdom and clarity. In this episode of The Via Stoica Podcast, hosts Brendan and Benny explore how Stoicism teaches us to examine our impressions before accepting them as truth. Drawing from the insights of Epictetus and...

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Stoic Quotes 1: “Do not ask things to happen as you...

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2025/03/14

Send us a text The Via Stoica Podcast: Stoic quotes series In the Stoic quotes series, we take a look at what the Stoics said and uncover the wisdom they left behind. We look at the famous writings from Epictetus, Seneca, Marcus Aurelius, and more. In this first episode, we look at a quote by Epictetus. In the Handbook, the Enchiridion, the focus is on number 8: “Do not ask things to happen as you wish, but wish them to happen as they do happen, and your life will go smoothly.” How can we...

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75. The Stoic Guide to Compassion: Strength in...

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2025/03/11

Send us a text Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the Podcast on Stoicism. The Stoic Guide to Compassion: Strength in Understanding Can Stoics be compassionate? In this episode, Brendan, Brice, and Benny explore how Stoic philosophy teaches us to practice true compassion—one rooted in wisdom, resilience, and understanding. They break down the difference between passive empathy and active Stoic compassion, share insights from Marcus Aurelius and Seneca, and offer practical strategies to help ...

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74. The Stoic Art of Embracing Disappointment:...

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2025/03/04

Send us a text Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the Podcast on Stoicism. In this transformative episode of the Via Stoica Podcast, we explore the profound Stoic approach to life's disappointments. Drawing from the timeless wisdom of Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and Epictetus, discover how the ancient Stoics viewed setbacks not as obstacles, but as opportunities for profound personal growth. Learn practical techniques to shift your perspective when faced with disappointment, and understand why ...

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73. The Stoic Art of Transforming Expectations: Find...

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2025/02/25

Send us a text Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, The Podcast on Stoicism. In this enlightening episode of Via Stoica, we delve into the Stoic perspective on expectations and their profound impact on our happiness. Through the wisdom of ancient Stoics like Epictetus and Marcus Aurelius, discover how our preconceptions shape our experience of reality and learn why transformation, rather than control, leads to true peace. Explore practical Stoic techniques for becoming aware of your expectatio...

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72. A Stoic Conversation with Meredith Alexander...

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2025/02/18

Send us a text Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the Podcast on Stoicism. Join us for an insightful conversation with Meredith Alexander Kunz, co-author of "Beyond Stoicism" alongside Massimo Pigliucci and Gregory Lopez. In this episode, we explore the intersection of Stoic philosophy and modern parenting, the vital role of women in Stoicism, and examine the current state of Stoic practice. Meredith shares her unique perspective on applying ancient wisdom to contemporary challenges, particul...

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71. A Stoic Conversation with Massimo Pigliucci: From...

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2025/02/11

Send us a text Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on Stoicism. Join us for a profound exploration of Stoic philosophy with Massimo Pigliucci, as we journey from his groundbreaking work "How to Be a Stoic" to his latest philosophical evolution in "Beyond Stoicism." Massimo Pigliucci is a professor of philosophy at the City College of New York and a leading voice in modern Stoicism. As a philosopher and scientist with a Ph.D. in Evolutionary Biology, he brings a unique perspective t...

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70. The Stoic's Guide to Love: Ancient Teachings for...

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2025/02/04

Send us a text Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the Podcast on Stoicism. In this special Valentine's Day episode, hosts Brendan and Benny explore the timeless intersection of Stoic philosophy and love. Discover how ancient wisdom can transform your approach to modern relationships, from building deeper connections to navigating the complexities of romantic partnerships. Journey through the ancient Greek concepts of love - from Eros (passionate love) to Philia (deep friendship), Philautia (...

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69. Why Stoicism Matters Today: Timeless Tools for...

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2025/01/29

Send us a textWelcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, The Podcast on Stoicism.In this compelling episode, hosts Brendan and Benny explore why Stoic philosophy has become more relevant than ever in our fast-paced, digital world. Discover how ancient principles are helping tech leaders, entrepreneurs, and everyday people navigate modern challenges with greater resilience and clarity.From managing digital overwhelm to building meaningful relationships in an increasingly virtual world, our hosts break...

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68. Stoicism and Decision Making: Ancient Solutions...

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2025/01/21

Send us a textWelcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on Stoicism.In this episode of Via Stoica, hosts Brice and Benny dive deep into the ancient Stoic art of decision-making. Discover how philosophers who lived 2,000 years ago can help you navigate today's complex choices with clarity and wisdom.Learn powerful techniques from Marcus Aurelius on maintaining perspective during difficult decisions, Epictetus's framework for focusing only on what you can control, and Seneca's practical st...

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67. Stoicism and Physical Training: Building Mental...

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2025/01/14

Send us a textWelcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the Podcast on Stoicism.In this powerful episode of Via Stoica, hosts Brice and Benny explore the profound connection between Stoic philosophy and physical training. Discover how ancient Roman and Greek philosophers approached bodily discipline as a pathway to mental fortitude and spiritual growth.Delve into the Stoic perspective on exercising for the right reasons - not for vanity or social status, but for developing resilience, self-disciplin...

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66. A Stoic Conversation with Michael McGill: A Deep...

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2025/01/07

Send us a textWelcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the Podcast on Stoicism.In this enlightening episode of The Via Stoica Podcast, we welcome Michael McGill, a passionate Stoic practitioner and advocate for living a life rooted in ancient wisdom. Michael dives deep into his personal journey with Stoicism, sharing how it helped him navigate life’s challenges and embrace adversity with strength and clarity.As a real modern-day Stoic, Michael talks about how Stoicism helps him as a father and husb...

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65. Beyond Resolutions: Stoic Principles for...

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2024/12/31

Send us a textWelcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on Stoicism.In this insightful episode of the Via Stoica Podcast, Brendan and Benny challenge conventional New Year's wisdom by exploring the deeper Stoic approach to year-end reflection. Moving beyond simple resolutions, your hosts dive into ancient philosophical principles that can transform how you evaluate your past year and plan for the future.Through their characteristic blend of humor and practical wisdom, Brendan and Benny b...

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64. Holiday Expectations vs Reality: Stoic Tools for...

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2024/12/24

Send us a textWelcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on StoicismIn this festive episode of the Via Stoica Podcast, hosts Benny and Brendan dive deep into the gap between holiday expectations and reality through the lens of ancient Stoic wisdom. Discover how the teachings of Marcus Aurelius, Seneca, and Epictetus can transform your approach to the festive season, helping you find genuine joy amidst the chaos.Drawing from their own experiences and Stoic principles, Benny and Brendan exp...

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