James Stockdale

Mentioned in 6 analyzed podcast episodes across 4 shows

Appears On

The Daily Stoic The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast Modern Wisdom We're Out of Time

Episode Appearances

The Daily Stoic · May 17, 2026

How To Think Better in the Age of AI (From the Stoics)

“Case study of applying Stoic philosophy and understanding enemy ideology to survive seven years in communist prison camp”

Critical thinking in the age of AIFirst principles thinking methodologyIntellectual humility and ego management

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The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast · May 11, 2026

1KHO 794: Readers Stand Out | Jack Carr, Fourth Option

“Vietnam POW and philosopher; example of military figure turning to philosophy; influenced character development”

Opioid Crisis and Synthetic Drug DevelopmentAfghanistan Withdrawal and Asset AbandonmentService Dog Training and Handler Relationships

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Modern Wisdom · Mar 19, 2026

#1073 - Gurwinder Bhogal - 19 Uncomfortable Truths About Human Nature

“Survived 8 years torture in Hanoi Hilton; developed Stockdale Paradox combining optimism with realistic worst-case preparation”

Oxytocin Paradox and tribal empathyRumpelstiltskin Effect and diagnostic labelingMedicalization and disease concept creep

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The Daily Stoic · Jan 29, 2026

This is the Day You Start | What Does Living A Virtuous Life Look Like?

“Military officer shot down over North Vietnam who applied Epictetus teachings to survive imprisonment and torture”

Stoic virtue in modern civic engagementActive participation vs. passive acceptance in politicsPersonal agency and control in leadership

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The Daily Stoic · Jan 27, 2026

We Have to Care About the Little Guy | A Stoic Reset for Right Now

“Author of 'Thoughts of a Philosophical Fighter Pilot'; applied Stoicism in military and crisis contexts”

Stoic virtue of justice and opposition to tyrannyStanding up for vulnerable populations and the marginalizedDistinguishing what is within our control versus outside our control

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We're Out of Time · Oct 14, 2025

Charlie Smith on Childhood Trauma, Addiction, & Launching Your Life

“Vietnam POW referenced for Stockdale Paradox philosophy on maintaining hope while accepting harsh realities”

Childhood Trauma and Abuse RecoveryAddiction and Substance Abuse TreatmentLong-Term Sobriety and Recovery Maintenance

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