Adam and Mick discuss some of the finer points of Stoicism today, focusing on the common misconceptions about the philosophy that can be heard today. Topics include common tropes we hear, as well as modern "movement" that run parallel to Stoicism like Broicism, $toicism, and StoicisM. Adam and Mick do their best to dispel the common myths and misunderstandings, and try to bring light to the actual lessons and virtues of the philosophy.

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In today's episode, Adam and Mick discuss the press, its freedom, and how a Stoic approaches the new and the news cycle. Topics covered include the historical context of the press going back to Roman times, the duty and responsibility of being informed as Stoics, and the duty that we have to question the information coming to us to identify what is true and how we feel about it. Tips on dealing with the modern news cycle, and also examples of other parts of media (not just news) round out the conversation.

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Today, Adam and Mick talk about how to deal with the seemingly endless number of national and international events going on, and ways in which one may be able to better deal with them as a Stoic. Stoic perspectives, practices, and mindsets form the core of the discussion centering around the ideas of choice, action, and what we control. Key Stoic exercises also form the latter half of the conversation including the View from Above and The River.

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In today's episode, Mick and Adam discuss Stoicism and its presence in sport, as well as examples of some sports who inherently embody some of the classic attributes of Stoic principles. Sports discussed include: Boxing, Biathlon, Cross Country Skiing, American Football, Australian Football, Tennis, Running, Baseball, Basketball, Ice Hockey, Speed Skating, and much more. Stories of historical athletes include those from both recent times and ancient history, as well as reference to the pankration (an ancient form of MMA) which Marcus Aurelius practiced. The use of sports to hone our own minds as well as our bodies is also discussed.

Major figures included in today's episode include:

Fernando Mendoza - Heisman trophy winner

Hans Christer Holund - Cross Country Skier

Teddy Atlas - Boxing Coach

Jim Telfer - Rugby Coach

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In today's episode, Adam and Mick discuss current events in the world among some of the key alliances and allegiances that have shaped the last century. Discussions about historical alliances, the formation of organizations like the League of Nations, UN, and NATO all come to the fore. History also becomes prevalent, speaking of the Spartans at Thermopylae, Salamis, Plataea, as well as Marcus Aurelius and back through the modern era. What sets us apart in these alliances as humans, and not just animals, rounds out the topics for today's episode.

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Today for Martin Luther King Day, Adam and Mick discuss protest both as an act and as an idea. Themes covered include morality, ethics, and the application of the Stoic virtues in the process of protest. Historical examples from both 20th century and classical history are referenced throughout the discussion, and the idea of a Stoic's duty to protest throughout history is cited. Lastly, discussion around the responsibility of fighting to maintain all people's right to protest as well as the responsibility to protest for the betterment of others is how the podcast closes out today.

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Mick and Adam discuss the political violence that has been occurring so much in the world today and over the recent past. Topics covered include historical takes on violence in political rhetoric, the difference between a sophist and a philosopher, things to watch out for in the political sphere, and the vigilance we must all be prepared for.

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In today's episode, Mick and Adam talk about colonialism from its very definition to what it has meant throughout history and in to modern day. Concepts around democracy, cosmopolitanism, and vigilance take centre stage as the two discuss any concepts from the view of both modern day interpretations and events as well as historical interpretations through the eyes of historic Stoics such as Cato and Marcus.

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