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The Via Stoica Podcast

The Via Stoica Podcast

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Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on Stoicism that brings you the ancient wisdom of this philosophy to our modern-day lives. Walking the digital streets, Brendan and Benny examine the ancient texts and tools through a current lens. The Stoics teach us to focus on the moment, and that’s how Stoicism should be approached. We have the foundation of the wise minds of the past and now it is our time to find the right application to this philosophy of life.


In our weekly episodes, we will dissect a wide range of topics and apply the Stoic teachings to them. It is our goal to show you the benefits of Stoicism and provide you with examples and tools to help you live a better and more peaceful life.


If you wish to contact us, you can visit Viastoica.com, or email us at info@viastoica.com. You can find us on X.com: @viastoica, Brendan:@BogglestheStoic, and Benny: @benny_viastoica. If you like the content we are providing you can support us by subscribing, leaving a rating, and a review. Furthermore, you can support us via Patreon as well.


Stoicism is a philosophy we adhere to in our daily lives. It helps us live better lives and it is our duty to share this with you. And remember, Virtue is the only good.



Brendan, and Benny
Ciencias Sociales Filosofía
Episodios
  • Stoic Quote: Knowing Your Role - Epictetus on Self-Understanding and Balance
    Oct 17 2025

    The Via Stoica Podcast: Stoic Quotes Series

    In the Stoic Quotes series, we take a look at what the Stoics said and uncover the wisdom they left behind. We explore the writings of Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus, Seneca, and more, to see how their lessons still guide us today.

    In this episode, we reflect on a quote by Epictetus, Handbook (Enchiridion), 37:

    If you take on a role that is beyond your powers, you not only disgrace yourself in that role, but you neglect the role that you were capable of fulfilling.

    Epictetus reminds us to know our limits and live in harmony with our true nature. Trying to play a part that isn’t ours leads to frustration and imbalance. The Stoic lesson here is simple but powerful: fulfillment comes from performing our genuine roles well, not from chasing status or proving ourselves.

    In this episode, we explore how to recognize when a role no longer fits, how to realign with what truly matters, and why stepping back can sometimes be an act of wisdom rather than failure.

    If you are looking for more Stoic quotes like this one, visit ⁠viastoica.com⁠, where you’ll find hundreds of authentic Stoic sayings with full references to the original texts.

    ⁠https://viastoica.com/stoic-quotes⁠⁠https://viastoica.com/seneca-quotes⁠⁠https://viastoica.com/epictetus-quotes⁠⁠https://viastoica.com/marcus-aurelius-quotes⁠


    Make sure to subscribe to The Via Stoica Podcast for new Stoic quote episodes every Friday, and our regular Tuesday conversations and interviews. If you enjoy the show, please leave a rating — it helps us reach more like-minded people.

    Support the show:
    🌐 ⁠https://viastoica.com⁠🎓 ⁠https://viastoica.com/stoic-life-coaching⁠👤 ⁠https://viastoica.com/benny-voncken⁠🐦 ⁠https://x.com/ViaStoica⁠

    📧 Reach us: ⁠info@viastoica.com⁠
    Produced by: ⁠badmic.com⁠

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    10 m
  • A Stoic Conversation with Becky Schmooke: Choosing the Handle That Holds in Life and Leadership
    Oct 14 2025

    Welcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on Stoicism.


    What does it mean to lead yourself, before leading others?

    In this episode of The Via Stoica Podcast, Benny speaks with Becky Schmooke, founder of Stoic Edge Consulting and Becky’s Mindful Kitchen, and author of Choose the Handle That Holds.

    Blending Stoic philosophy, modern science, and real-world leadership, Becky helps people transform everyday challenges into opportunities for growth. Her approach isn’t about motivational hype; it’s about practical, lasting change through action-based mindfulness.

    Together they explore:

    • How Stoicism helps you “choose the handle that holds” when facing obstacles

    • The connection between mindfulness, leadership, and self-mastery

    • Why true leadership is a lifestyle, not a job title

    • Practical ways to apply Stoic tools in your personal and professional life

    You can read about this interview here: https://viastoica.com/a-stoic-approach-to-leadership/

    With humor, vulnerability, and a deep understanding of both philosophy and human behavior, Becky shares insights from her work with organizations across the U.S., from healthcare teams and first responders to the NFL, showing that Stoic principles can empower anyone to live and lead with purpose.

    Follow Becky’s work here:
    🌐 beckyschmooke.com
    💼 linkedin.com/in/becky-schmooke
    📸 instagram.com/beckyschmooke
    ✉️ substack.com/@beckyschmooke

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    1 h y 14 m
  • Stoic Quote: Choose Not to Be Harmed: Marcus Aurelius on Emotional Freedom
    Oct 9 2025

    The Via Stoica Podcast: Stoic Quotes Series


    In the Stoic Quotes series, we take a look at what the Stoics said and uncover the wisdom they left behind. We explore the writings of Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus, Seneca, and more, to see how their lessons still guide us today.

    In this episode, we reflect on a quote by Marcus Aurelius, Meditations, Book 4, Number 7:

    “Choose not to be harmed and you won’t feel harmed. Don’t feel harmed and you haven’t been.”

    Marcus Aurelius reminds us that our sense of being “hurt” depends on our judgment, not the event itself. By removing the thought “I am hurt,” the pain itself disappears. This is a core Stoic idea about emotional freedom: that while we cannot control what others do or say, we can control our response to it.

    In this episode, we explore how Stoics understood the process of emotion, from first impressions to assent, and how to apply this in daily life. You’ll learn how to pause before reacting, see events for what they are, and gradually weaken the thoughts that lead to anger or distress.

    If you are looking for more Stoic quotes like this one, visit viastoica.com, where you’ll find hundreds of authentic Stoic sayings with full references to the original texts.

    • viastoica.com/stoic-quotes

    • viastoica.com/seneca-quotes

    • viastoica.com/epictetus-quotes

    • viastoica.com/marcus-aurelius-quotes


    Make sure to subscribe to The Via Stoica Podcast for new Stoic quote episodes every Friday, and our regular Tuesday conversations and interviews. If you enjoy the show, please leave a rating, it helps us reach more like-minded people.

    Support the show
    🌐 viastoica.com🎓 viastoica.com/stoic-life-coaching👤 viastoica.com/benny-voncken👤 viastoica.com/brendan-hogle🐦 twitter.com/ViaStoica
    📧 Reach us: info@viastoica.com

    Produced by: badmic.com

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    10 m
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