Stoa Conversations Podcast
1) Introduction to Aristotle's Golden Mean (Episode 184)
In this episode, Michael Tremblay and Caleb Ontiveros explore Aristotle's  ethics, focusing on his doctrine of virtue as the golden mean. They break down how Aristotle's view differs from Stoicism—fro...Show More
2) Wrestling with Stoic Ethics: Cicero's On Ends V (Episode 183)
In this final exploration of Cicero's "On Ends," Michael and Caleb break down Book V, where Cicero reveals his own philosophical sweet spot – an Aristotelian-Platonic approach that challenges both Sto...Show More
3) The Stoic Fragments: Hidden Wisdom from Epictetus (Episode 182)
Discover the hidden gems of Stoic philosophy in this exploration of Epictetus' fragments - those powerful passages preserved by other philosophers but lost from his main works. Caleb and Michael unpa...Show More
4) Forgive Your Enemies with Epictetus (Episode 181)
In this episode, Michael Tremblay explores Epictetus' radical approach to anger and forgiveness. Discover why the Stoics believed we should pity rather than punish those who harm us, and how this anci...Show More
5) Trolleys, Torture, and Moral DIlemma's (Episode 180)
Michael and Caleb dive into classic philosophical thought experiments to uncover Stoic solutions to impossible choices. From the infamous Trolley Problem to the Happiness Machine, they examine how Sto...Show More
6) Why Stoicism is False | Cicero's On Ends IV (Episode 179)
Caleb and Michael break down Book IV of Cicero's "On Ends" - his powerful critique of Stoic ethics. Discover why Cicero believed the Stoics fell short by prioritizing virtue alone while dismissing ex...Show More
7) 7 Stoic Habits You Can Start Today (Episode 178)
Living like a Stoic is about getting the little things right. Â In this episode, Michael Tremblay discusses 7 Stoic habits you can start today to build a more thoughtful, resilient, and Stoic you. (01...Show More
8) The Classic Defense Of Stoic Ethics (Episode 177)
In this episode of Stoic Conversations, Caleb and Michael break down Book III of Cicero's On Ends - the definitive ancient defense of Stoic ethics. Discover why the Stoics believed virtue alone is su...Show More
9) Seneca's Medea | Revenge, Violence, and Stoicism (Episode 176)
Seneca's brutal play "Medea" reveals what happens when rage takes control. A betrayed wife, an indecisive husband, and a tragic ending that challenges Stoic ideals. Â In this episode, Caleb and Micha...Show More
10) Against The Epicureans | On Ends Book I (Episode 175)
Caleb and Michael take on Book II of Cicero's On Ends. Â In this books Cicero goes off against the Epicureans. Â What do you think? On Ends Book I [https://stoameditation.com/blog/the-epicureans-on-end...Show More