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Ryan Holiday's MasterClass | Using Ancient Wisdom to Solve Modern Problems Nov 17, 2024

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Tune in for an exclusive sneak peak into what Ryan talks about in his MasterClass, Using Ancient Wisdom to Solve Modern Problems. The first course was just released and the rest of the MasterClass will drop in four courses over the next couple of weeks. Head to dailystoic.com/masterclass to find those and learn more about the course today!

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Ken Burns on Bringing History’s Greatest Stories Back to Life (And Why Doing So Matters) Nov 16, 2024

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With over 40 documentaries under his belt, Ken Burns is one of the most iconic filmmakers of our time. His newest documentary, which features a brand-new filmmaking style from the director, explores the life and work of Leonardo da Vinci and marks the first non-American subject in any of his films.

On today’s episode, Ken talks with Ryan about the significance of Stoicism among the Founders, the complexities of historical figures like Thomas Jefferson and George Washington, plus the inspiring legacy of Da Vinci.

Ken Burns has directed and produced historical documentaries for over 50 years. He has earned seventeen Emmy Awards, two Grammy Awards and two Oscar nominations so far throughout his career and his latest project, Leonardo da Vinci, is premiering on November 18.

🎥 Ken Burns latest documentary on Leonardo da Vinci premieres November 18 on PBS!

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Split It In Two — It’ll Have To Do | Everything Is Change Nov 15, 2024

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Life doesn’t go easy on any of us. It splits us in two…and half will have to do.

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Live Like This To Handle Anything | Ask DS Nov 14, 2024

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By living philosophically, we can learn to handle anything. This isn’t easy. But this is also a foundation for true well-being, happiness, and, as seen in the lives of Marcus, Cato, and many other Stoics.

Ask DS:

What are the overlaps between Eastern philosophy and Stoicism?

Was there a particular obstacle that Ryan experienced that led him to Stoicism?

💡 The first course of Ryan's MasterClassUsing Ancient Wisdom to Solve Modern Problems is out now! Head to dailystoic.com/masterclass

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Die With Zeroby Bill Perkins | https://www.thepaintedporch.com/

The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel | https://www.thepaintedporch.com/

I Will Teach You To Be Rich by Ramit Sethi | https://www.thepaintedporch.com/

🎥 Check out these interviews:

Morgan Housel's Formula For Building Wealth and Happiness

Ramit Sethi on What It Means To Be Rich

💡The Wealthy Stoic: A Daily Stoic Guide to Being Rich, Happy, and Free explores how stoic ideas can be applied to personal finance, wealth-building, financial mindset, and how it can help you overcome common financial obstacles and challenges

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They Can Help You With Your Most Important Job Nov 13, 2024

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The more you study philosophy the more you realize that parenting is a topic almost every tradition has spoken about. The Daily Dadis built around accessing that advice—one piece at a time, one day a time, just like The Daily Stoic.

📕 We’re excited to announce that we’ve put together a special leatherbound edition of The Daily Dad just in time for the holidays! Pick up a copy of the leatherbound edition of The Daily Dad at dailydad.com/leather

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Dr. Jennifer Baker on Teaching Stoicism and Virtue Ethics to the Next Generation Nov 13, 2024

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How can Stoicism be applicable for Gen Z and generations to come? As a Professor of Philosophy, Dr. Jennifer Baker has an insider's look into what resonates about ancient philosophy with college students today. Jennifer joins Ryan to discuss how she teaches the next generation about Stoicism, why Stoicism is a timeless tool we can all turn to, and the common misconceptions around virtue ethics.

Dr. Jennifer Baker is a Professor at the College of Charleston. Her research is on virtue ethics, and she looks to ancient ethical theories as positive examples of how ethics ought to be done today. She teaches courses on ethical and political theory, environmental ethics and philosophy, business ethics, bioethics, and American philosophy.

💡 Ryan Holiday’s MasterClass, Using Ancient Wisdom to Solve Modern Problems, is out on November 13! Head to dailystoic.com/masterclass

Check out Jennifer’s blog on Psychology Today: For the Love of Wisdom

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Each One Tells You This | Financial Freedom Won't Set You Free Nov 12, 2024

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Each yesterday is gone, dead. While there is a little grief, it also presents you an opportunity. a chance to begin afresh.

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So What’s Your Plan? | Judge Yourself, Not Others Nov 11, 2024

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Whether you’re excited about the direction of the country or not, you still have to focus on what’s in your control (which is you).

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Seneca On The Reasons For Withdrawing From The World Nov 10, 2024

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Seneca lived in a chaotic, dangerous, and unpredictable time. Listen in to this letter he wrote about how to stay sane in a crazy world and his advice for avoiding jealousy, hatred, and divisiveness.

Today’s episode is an excerpt from The Tao Of Seneca produced by Tim Ferriss’ Audio. Get the free PDF at tim.blog/seneca

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Mt. Joy’s Matt Quinn on Consistent Growth Vs. Overnight Success (And Which Is Sweeter) Nov 09, 2024

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In the age of virality and trending TikTok songs, Mt. Joy rose to fame through the band’s authentic storytelling and community building within the indie music scene. On today’s episode, Mt. Joy’s lead singer Matt Quinn makes his return to the Daily Stoic studio to discuss the band’s surge in popularity since his first appearance a couple years back.

Ryan and Matt also talk about how Matt manages performance anxiety before going on stage, the evolving perception of success in the music industry, and the band’s recent world tour that included performances at iconic venues like Madison Square Garden.

🎙️ Listen to Matt's first interview on The Daily Stoic | Apple Podcasts & Spotify

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If you want to see Matt and the band in concert, head to mtjoyband.com and you can check out their upcoming tour schedule

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