The Daily Stoic

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The Daily Stoic

2,212 episodes · 20 with AI analysis

For centuries, all sorts of people—generals and politicians, athletes and coaches, writers and leaders—have looked to the teachings of Stoicism to help guide their lives. Each day, author and speaker Ryan Holiday brings you a new lesson about life, inspired by the thoughts and writings of great Stoic thinkers like Marcus Aurelius and Seneca the Younger. Daily Stoic Podcast also features Q+As with listeners and interviews with notable figures from sports, academia, politics, and more. Learn more at DailyStoic.com. Support the podcast and go deeper with Stoicism by subscribing to The Daily Stoic Premium - unlock ad-free listening, early access, and bonus content (coming soon): dailystoic.com/premium

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Stoic philosophy and virtue ethics×6Ancient philosophy applied to modern life×2Marcus Aurelius and Epictetus teachings×2Marcus Aurelius and Meditations×2Epicureanism vs. Stoicism philosophical comparisonVirtue ethics and the good lifeFear of death and mortalitySimple living and minimalismPrudence as foundational virtueNatural vs. vain desires

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Jun 9, 2026

It’s No Good Without This | Epicurus’ Secret to the Good Life

Epicureanism vs. Stoicism philosophical comparisonVirtue ethics and the good lifeFear of death and mortality
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Jun 10, 2026

7 Stoic Steps for Breaking an Addiction

Stoic philosophy and addiction recoverySelf-discipline and self-masteryBreaking habits and behavioral change
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Jun 10, 2026

Choose to See What It Gave You

Stoic Philosophy Applied to ParentingParenting Children with DyslexiaBehavioral Issues in Children
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Jun 11, 2026

You Can’t Help But Leave a Piece | Ask Daily Stoic

Time management and opportunity costSelf-knowledge and self-awarenessStoic philosophy and virtue ethics
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Jun 15, 2026

Recognize These Signs of Weakness | 7 Daily Habits That Will Change Your Life

Stoic philosophy and virtue ethicsEgo as weakness and self-sabotageLeadership character assessment
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Jun 16, 2026

This Is Poverty That’s Your Fault | No Shame In Needing Help

Stoic virtue ethics and practical applicationMaterial poverty and social injusticeConsumption culture and financial self-discipline
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May 26, 2026

They Felt The Same Way As You | How To Remember Everything You Read

Active reading techniques and marginaliaNote-taking systems and commonplace booksKnowledge extraction and retention methods
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Jun 12, 2026

The Terror of Knowing What The World Is About | Try The Other Handle

Stoic philosophy and virtue ethicsCognitive reframing and interpretationLeadership and decision-making under adversity
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Jun 12, 2026

BONUS | Not Everything Has To Be Productive (with Chris Guillebeau)

Stoic philosophy and virtue ethicsWork-life balance and productivity culture critiqueMindfulness and presence in daily life
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Jun 13, 2026

A Stoic Masterclass for Ambitious People | Codie Sanchez

Stoic Philosophy Applied to BusinessEntrepreneurial Risk Assessment and Two-Way DoorsMoral Courage in Business Decision-Making
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May 19, 2026

They Give You Direction for Life | The Stoic Secret to Finding Real Joy

Stoic virtues: courage, temperance, justice, wisdomPleasure versus joy distinction in philosophySelf-deception and flattery as barriers to growth
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May 11, 2026

It Can Change Everything | A Real-Life Example of How to Build a Coaching Tree

Coaching trees and talent developmentOrganizational culture and values transmissionLeadership through example and embodiment
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May 18, 2026

This is What Money Is Jealous Of | The Stoic Is A Work In Progress

Stoic philosophy and personal developmentMoney and wealth psychologyTime management and prioritization
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May 12, 2026

No, This Is The Mission | Kindness Is Always The Right Response

Stoic philosophy and virtue ethicsObstacle adaptation and mission pivotingNon-violent resistance and civil disobedience
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May 12, 2026

BONUS | Ryan Holiday Responds to Daniel Radcliffe

American Imperialism and Colonial HistoryPhilippine-American War and Colonial SubjugationPuerto Rico Medical Experiments and Colonial Treatment
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May 13, 2026

This Is Inseparable From Living a Good Life

Stoic philosophy and virtue ethicsCourage as foundational virtueDiscipline and temperance
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May 13, 2026

The Stoic Code General Mattis Lives By

Stoic Philosophy in Modern LeadershipCivic Duty and Democratic ParticipationSelf-Mastery and Emotional Regulation
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May 14, 2026

How Much Is Left? | The Stoic Protocol for Your Next Zoom Call

Stoic protocols for virtual meetingsZoom call anxiety and frustration managementRemote work communication best practices
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May 15, 2026

This Is How You Release Your Anxiety | Quality Over Quantity

Stoic philosophy and anxiety managementQuality over quantity in learning and readingRereading and deep engagement with texts
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May 16, 2026

Gavin Newsom on Ego, Power, and Stoicism

Stoic Philosophy and Marcus AureliusLeadership Ethics and Character DevelopmentYoung Men's Crisis and Institutional Decline
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