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by Daily Stoic | Backyard Ventures · English

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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Stoic Advice for the Problems We All Face

In this episode of *The Daily Stoic*, Ryan Holiday addresses common life challenges through the lens of Stoicism, discussing personal principles, moral dilemmas, and the philosophy's practical…

15 Mar 2026 · 20m · 8 chapters

BONUS | How to Reset Your Life (According to the Stoics)

Life lessons inspired by Stoic philosophers like Marcus Aurelius and Seneca.

15 Mar 2026 · 15m · 16 chapters

A Stoic Test I Didn’t Expect

In this episode of The Daily Stoic, host Ryan Holiday recounts an intense three-day experience filled with unexpected challenges, showcasing how Stoic principles were put to the test in real-life…

14 Mar 2026 · 35m · 16 chapters

Here’s How You Take Back Your Time | Become Dangerously Persuasive With These Books

In this episode of The Daily Stoic, Ryan Holiday reflects on the passage of time, particularly as spring approaches.

13 Mar 2026 · 13m · 5 chapters

It’s Scary…But In A Good Way

In this episode, Ryan Holiday discusses the necessity and inevitability of change, emphasizing its role in personal growth and renewal.

12 Mar 2026 · 10m · 3 chapters

What Can You Notice?

The Daily Stoic podcast delivers daily lessons inspired by Stoic philosophy, featuring insights from historical Stoics like Marcus Aurelius and Seneca, as well as Q&A sessions and interviews with a…

11 Mar 2026 · 3m · 1 chapter

The Day Control Was Taken From Us

In this episode, Ryan Holiday reflects on the significant changes brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly the week of March 11, 2020, when life as we knew it halted.

11 Mar 2026 · 38m · 18 chapters

Have You Lost The Beat, Tune, or Rhythm? | Think About It From The Other Person's Perspective

In this episode, Ryan Holiday discusses the inevitability of getting knocked off course in life and emphasizes the importance of returning to one's goals and maintaining perspective.

10 Mar 2026 · 11m · 3 chapters

They Should Have What They Want

The episode emphasizes the Stoic principle that happiness should not be contingent upon external achievements or desires.

9 Mar 2026 · 8m · 4 chapters

Jordan Klepper's Reading List (From Ryan Holiday)

A podcast that delves into Stoic philosophy through daily lessons and interviews with various notable figures.

8 Mar 2026 · 13m · 5 chapters

The Complete Stoic Playbook To MASTER Your Emotions

In this episode of *The Daily Stoic*, host Ryan Holiday explores the Stoic strategies for mastering emotions, emphasizing that emotions should not control us.

7 Mar 2026 · 30m · 14 chapters

Will You Face This Truth?

In this episode of The Daily Stoic, host Ryan Holiday discusses the importance of recognizing the passage of time and how it influences our lives.

6 Mar 2026 · 3m · 3 chapters

Jordan Klepper: How Mob Thinking Takes Over | PT. 2

Jordan Klepper, comedian and correspondent for *The Daily Show*

6 Mar 2026 · 42m · 14 chapters

Use This As Practice | 3 Stoic Exercises For Your Best Month Yet

In this episode of The Daily Stoic Podcast, host Ryan Holiday discusses the application of Stoic principles to improve one's current state of being and to prepare for future challenges.

5 Mar 2026 · 10m · 3 chapters

Now Is The Time

In this episode of "The Daily Stoic," host Ryan Holiday discusses the transition from winter to spring and encourages listeners to seize the opportunity for renewal and personal growth.

4 Mar 2026 · 3m · 2 chapters

Jordan Klepper: How to Talk to People You Disagree With (Without Losing It) | PT. 1

Jordan Klepper: How to Talk to People You Disagree With (Without Losing It) | PT. 1

4 Mar 2026 · 40m · 21 chapters

You Can’t Forget What You Don’t Put Off | (Dis)integration

In this episode of *The Daily Stoic*, Ryan Holiday discusses the concept of procrastination from a Stoic perspective and the importance of personal integration.

3 Mar 2026 · 8m · 4 chapters

They’re Not Wrong (They’re Just Cut Off From Truth) | What Expensive Things Cost

In this episode of The Daily Stoic, host Ryan Holiday explores the themes of truth, empathy, and the true cost of material possessions through the lens of Stoic philosophy.

2 Mar 2026 · 8m · 2 chapters

Why Thinking About Your Death Will Save Your Life

In this episode of *The Daily Stoic*, Ryan Holiday discusses the Stoic practice of Memento Mori, emphasizing the importance of contemplating death to better appreciate life.

1 Mar 2026 · 18m · 9 chapters

The Discipline That Made Marcus Aurelius

The Daily Stoic podcast, hosted by Ryan Holiday, explores Stoic philosophy's application in everyday life through lessons derived from historical figures such as Marcus Aurelius and Seneca the…

28 Feb 2026 · 31m · 12 chapters

Who Would Ever Want to Be King? | Stop Letting Yourself Off the Hook

In this episode of *The Daily Stoic*, Ryan Holiday delves into the themes of power, responsibility, and personal accountability through the lens of Stoic philosophy.

27 Feb 2026 · 8m · 4 chapters

It Picks You Up. It Puts You Down. A Hundred Times A Day. | Cultivate Indifference

In this episode, the focus is on the concept of emotional resilience and the Stoic idea of cultivating indifference.

26 Feb 2026 · 7m · 3 chapters

BONUS | 3 Practices to Improve Your Life In a Week

The Daily Stoic Podcast, hosted by Ryan Holiday, explores Stoic philosophy and its application in modern life. In this bonus episode, Dr.

26 Feb 2026 · 11m · 5 chapters

You Can’t Join Them

The episode focuses on the idea that while people may exhibit negative traits—lying, cheating, stealing—our response to that behavior is within our control.

25 Feb 2026 · 2m · 1 chapter