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The Sunday Stoic

Podcast door Steve and Dan

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Applying ancient philosophy to modern life.The Sunday Stoic Podcast is a weekly show for those seeking to live a life guided by reason, virtue, and resilience.  Each episode explores the timeless wisdom of ancient Stoicism through modern reflections on ancient writings, practical applications, and interviews. Whether you're new to Stoicism or deeply steeped in its teachings, the show blends clarity, curiosity, and community in a down-to-earth format designed to inspire thoughtful action.

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What Kind of Person Will You Be? Stoic Parenting and the Art of Living Part 2.

In this continuation of Mary Miller’s interview on The Sunday Stoic, Steve and Mary explore how Stoic philosophy can shape courage, leadership, parenting, resilience, and moral clarity in the modern world. Drawing from her father’s deeply practical wisdom, Mary shares unforgettable stories from her childhood, her groundbreaking career in the nuclear Navy, and the hard-earned lessons that taught her to lead with integrity under pressure. The conversation weaves together the teachings of Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius, and James Stockdale with real-life experiences involving bullying, authority, toxic workplaces, emotional discipline, religion, and the importance of protecting one’s mind from manipulation and social pressure. Mary reflects on tactical Stoicism in high-stakes naval environments, explains how practical wisdom is learned through struggle rather than theory, and discusses how parents can model virtue through their actions instead of merely preaching it. The episode also explores the dangers of modern “brainwashing” through media and social influence, the importance of choosing one’s battles wisely, and how true leadership often means creating safety and accountability for others. This episode is a profound meditation on Stoic virtues—wisdom, justice, temperance, and courage—and how ancient philosophy can still guide us through the chaos of modern life.

12 mei 2026 - 40 min
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What Kind of Person Will You Be? Stoic Parenting and the Art of Living Part 1.

In this deeply personal episode of The Sunday Stoic, Steve sits down with engineer, Navy captain, and consultant Mary Miller to explore the profound influence of her father — an Air Force fighter pilot, test pilot, engineer, and quiet Stoic philosopher. Through unforgettable porch conversations, Mary’s father taught her timeless lessons about character, responsibility, freedom, and choosing one’s own path in life. From survival school wisdom about “owning your mind” to lessons on picking battles, mastering your craft, and becoming a “citizen of the universe,” this episode reveals how Stoic philosophy can be lived and passed down through everyday parenting. Mary shares stories of growing up in the 1960s as a girl determined to become an engineer, inspired by a father who believed that what matters most is not what you do, but who you choose to become. Along the way, listeners will hear reflections on Marcus Aurelius, Musonius Rufus, courage, independence, and the lifelong pursuit of meaningful work. This is an episode about mentorship, resilience, identity, and the rare kind of wisdom that shapes a life forever.

10 mei 2026 - 39 min
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