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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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No One Is Excused From This | You’re Reading Books Wrong. Here’s A Better Way.
The episode argues that no one is exempt from studying; reading is essential for Stoic virtue and practical wisdom.
22 Sep 2026 · 20m · 6 chaptersIt’s Good That You’re Having Trouble | On Handling Haters
Stoic guidance on “having trouble” with difficult reading and on handling haters online—turning frustration into pride, using challenging study to grow, and responding to hostility with kindness and…
21 Sep 2026 · 8m · 2 chapters
Ryan Holiday on Bill Maher: Why Stoicism Is Having a Moment
Ryan Holiday discusses why Stoicism is “having a moment,” then joins Bill Maher’s Real Time panel for politics/culture questions and a book segment.
20 Sep 2026 · 21m · 15 chapters
What It Means to Be on That Hill | Seth Wickersham
Seth Wickersham explains the meaning of Bruce Springsteen’s “I’ll be on that hill” as a metaphor for showing up, paying the price, and doing the work despite uncertainty, internal struggle, and…
19 Sep 2026 · 23m · 9 chapters
Do This (It’s Good For Your Sanity) | A Garden Is Not For Show
Stoic “sanity” through doing real life practice—getting outside, engaging people, and nurturing character quietly over time.
18 Sep 2026 · 6m · 4 chapters
Colin Kaepernick, 10 Years After Taking A Knee
Colin Kaepernick’s 10-year reflection on kneeling during the national anthem, the backlash and end of his NFL career, and how success creates obligations to justice, empathy, and systemic change.
17 Sep 2026 · 1h 19m · 25 chaptersYou’re Going To Wish You Did This
The episode argues that hiring is “make or break” for small businesses and that “hope is never a strategy,” so employers should use Indeed Sponsored Jobs to reach quality candidates when pressure is…
17 Sep 2026 · 3m · 2 chapters
You Don’t Need Your Books | 9 Stoic Lessons From Roman Politics
Stoic lessons from Roman politics, arguing you don’t need books to live Stoicism, but you do need a disciplined way of reading and applying ideas in real political life.
16 Sep 2026 · 18m · 12 chaptersTime Is a Violent River | Stop Being Surprised By This
Stoic “premeditation” and emotional vaccination—don’t be surprised by predictable frustrations, especially parenting transitions; time as a “violent river” that carries events past, so prepare and…
15 Sep 2026 · 13m · 4 chaptersBONUS: The Advice Ryan Got Before Running His First 50K
Ryan’s first 50K ultra through Rome, framed as stoic lessons from training, planning, and enduring discomfort; includes advice on running destination ultras and soaking in history.
14 Sep 2026 · 25m · 13 chaptersWe All Need To Be Constrained
The episode argues that success and autonomy remove “constraints,” which actually harms discipline, perspective, and social health.
14 Sep 2026 · 13m · 4 chapters
Running 50 Kilometers Through Rome To Understand Stoicism
A Daily Stoic episode where the host runs 50 km through Rome’s Stoic sites to practice Stoic endurance—building an “inner citadel” of fortitude by choosing an annual, scary hardship (mashogi).
13 Sep 2026 · 23m · 14 chapters
What the World’s Richest and Most Powerful People Get Wrong (with Stephanie Ruhle)
Stoic critique of money, power, and politics—argues that wealth can buy freedom only as a financial cushion, but ambition, status, and fear often turn success into captivity.
12 Sep 2026 · 1h 8m · 20 chaptersBONUS | What a 9/11 Pilot Will Never Forget (with General Dan Caine)
General Dan Caine recounts being an F-16 pilot at Andrews Air Force Base on 9/11, scrambling to defend Washington, flying intercepts for 45 days, and extracting leadership lessons from open…
11 Sep 2026 · 13m · 7 chaptersLet This Always Be The Answer | I Was the First FDNY Chief on the Scene on 9/11
25th anniversary of 9/11; Daily Stoic episode uses FDNY Chief Joseph Pfeiffer’s firsthand account to argue that love and calm purpose help counter terror, and that crisis leadership depends on…
11 Sep 2026 · 25m · 10 chaptersYou Need To Learn How To Be Better At This | Nothing To Fear But Fear Itself
Stoic guidance on fear—why fear itself is the real enemy, and how panic worsens crises; includes a call to become a better reader through effort and “reading that leads.” Guest backgrounds: No…
10 Sep 2026 · 8m · 2 chaptersHow To Forgive When They’re Not Sorry | It’s Not a Principle Unless It Costs You Something
Stoic justice in business and forgiveness when the offender isn’t sorry; “not a principle unless it costs you something.” Guests: Cody Sanchez, investor/entrepreneur; formerly at Goldman Sachs and…
9 Sep 2026 · 25m · 12 chaptersYou Must Read To Lead | 10 Stoic Strategies To Deal With Anxiety
The Daily Stoic episode argues that leaders are lifelong readers, then pivots to 10 Stoic strategies to reduce anxiety.
8 Sep 2026 · 14m · 9 chaptersBONUS | 3 Life-Changing Lessons From Seneca in 3 Minutes
A short Daily Stoic bonus episode using Seneca to teach three “life-changing” lessons, framed by a personal Rome/Airbnb story. Guest(s): No guests mentioned; it’s a solo host. Guest backgrounds: N/A.
7 Sep 2026 · 3m · 1 chapterYou’re in a Hurry and Don’t Know Why | A Hard Winter Training
The episode argues that people rush through life “and don’t know why,” missing details and even “dying” while moving fast.
7 Sep 2026 · 8m · 4 chaptersThe Moment Ryan’s Italy Trip Went Sideways
Ryan’s second Rome trip episode, using Stoic lessons from Pompeii/Sorrento/Capri/Ischia, then a major crisis: his son develops orbital cellulitis (a dangerous infection behind the eye) requiring…
6 Sep 2026 · 31m · 14 chaptersThe Stoic Reminders Hiding All Over Rome
Ryan’s family trip to Rome (and training for a 50K on the Appian Way) used as a backdrop for Stoic reminders: courage, discipline, justice, wisdom; living well anywhere; adversity; and…
5 Sep 2026 · 30m · 15 chaptersDon’t Let It Keep Slipping Away | The Philosopher's School Is A Hospital
The episode urges listeners to stay present as time slips away (August into September) and to accept Stoic “therapy” as painful but necessary work.
4 Sep 2026 · 6m · 2 chaptersYou Need To Hit The Road
Stoic philosophy on why travel (“hit the road”) is essential, not escapist—used to gain perspective, reduce prejudice, and build wisdom.
3 Sep 2026 · 3m · 2 chapters