Cicero
Mentioned in 11 analyzed podcast episodes across 8 shows
A classical Roman orator and philosopher whose ideas on eternal law, morality, and friendship significantly influenced Augustine's philosophical development. His stoic philosophy emphasizing civic duty and service to country has resonated through Western intellectual tradition, including its representation in Shakespeare's portrayal of Brutus in *Julius Caesar*. Podcasts discuss Cicero as a foundational classical thinker whose works shaped both early Christian philosophy and literary interpretations of political virtue.
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Episode Appearances
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford · Mar 20, 2026
Presenting: Drug Story - On Xanax and Anxiety
“Ancient Roman Stoic philosopher whose work on managing anxiety and fear influenced modern psychological treatment approaches”
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Feb 11, 2026
Stoic Practices for Getting Rid of Mental Junk, Your Morning Routine, and Talking to the Dead | Ryan Holiday
“Roman orator and philosopher part of classical wisdom tradition discussed in the episode”
The Saints · Feb 11, 2026
Saint Augustine: Episode Three
“Classical philosopher; quoted by Servius regarding the nature of true friendship between good men”
The Daily Stoic · Feb 11, 2026
Stephen Greenblatt: Why “This Time Is Different” Is Always Wrong
“Roman orator and philosopher whose letters reveal him as less likable than his public reputation suggested”
The Saints · Feb 10, 2026
Saint Augustine: Episode Two
“Classical Roman orator and philosopher whose writings on eternal law and morality profoundly influence Augustine's thinking and self-examination”
The Daily Stoic · Feb 7, 2026
The Philosopher Who Didn’t Care What Anyone Thought
“Roman orator and philosopher; discussed concept of remaining a free agent intellectually”
The Daily Stoic · Jan 25, 2026
Feeling Scared and Overwhelmed? Start Here
“Quoted criticizing Cato for wanting to live in Plato's Republic instead of facing actual Roman conditions”
The Ancients · Jan 22, 2026
The Origins of Rome's Empire
“Roman orator and writer; cited as source for early Roman legal precedents including the Twelve Tables”
Blurry Creatures · Dec 25, 2025
EP: 384 Decoding the Star: How Pagan Astrologers Found the Jewish Messiah *members only trailer
“Ancient source cited for his work 'On Divination' explaining Assyrian and Chaldean astrology”
Philosophize This! · Nov 16, 2025
Episode #241 ... The Tragedy of Julius Caesar - William Shakespeare
“Ancient orator whose stoic philosophy emphasizing service to country is represented through Brutus's character in the play”
Office Hours with Arthur Brooks · Nov 3, 2025
Four Practical Ways to Live Like a Stoic with Ryan Holiday
“Fellow traveler of Stoicism who wrote extensively about Stoic ideas; demonstrated both Stoic and Epicurean tendencies.”