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Whack or SlapsDevendra Banhart's Rejoicing in the HandsThat's right, the Boys are back in podcast town with a brand new episode. This time the dynamic duo break down freak-folker Devendra Banhart's earthy third studio album Rejoicing in the Hands.2025-03-271h 56
Whack or SlapsManuel Göttsching's E2-E4Just in time for Flashback Friday, the Boys make their triumphant return to review Krautrock legend Manuel Göttsching's fluid, flowing solo studio experiment E2-E4.2024-07-261h 42
Whack or SlapsBjörk's MedúllaAfter an extended break the Boys are back with a new episode exploring the experimental, vocal-based depths of Björk's fifth studio album Medúlla.2024-05-021h 52
Whack or SlapsMissy Elliott's Miss E... So AddictiveThe Two Amigos kick off the new year with a bang as they break down hip hop icon Missy Elliott's massive third record Miss E... So Addictive.2024-01-252h 01
Mental DisorderCaleb Ontiveros - Stoic PsychologyCaleb Ontiveros is the founder of Stoa, an app that combines the ancient philosophy of stoicism with mindfulness and meditation. He writes The Stoa Letter, co-hosts the podcast Stoa Conversations, and is the editor of The Classical Futurist. Caleb and I talk about the philosophy of Stoicism and what Stoics have to say about psychology, mental health, and human flourishing. We discuss Stoic conceptions of virtue, emotion, and self-control; similarities between Stoicism, System 1 and System 2 thinking, and cognitive behavioral therapy; and why Stoic thinkers and practices appeal so much to men. We conclude by speculating about whether today’s “mean...2024-01-171h 10
Whack or SlapsBoris's PinkThey're back! After a brief hiatus, the Gruesome Twosome have returned to discuss Japanese metal stalwarts Boris and their breakthrough tenth record Pink. This ep also features a dispatch from our temporarily departed leader Caleb in Babeland.2023-11-301h 53
Stoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedSteven C Hayes on Wisdom, Love, and Acceptance (Episode 88)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and MichaelCaleb Ontiveros speaks with Dr. Steven C. Hayes, the originator of acceptance commitment therapy.Acceptance commitment therapy deeply influenced our programs at Stoa, so this discussion was an honor.In this wide ranging conversation, we cover how Steven thinks about “negative emotions” and cultivating wisdom in our technological age.A Liberated Mind(00:58) Introduction(04:51) What's Bad About Bad Emotions?(16:31) Ancient Wisdom Traditions(25:39) Anxiety & Meaning(3...2023-10-2058 min
Whack or SlapsThe Notwist's Neon GoldenGuten tag! On this installment the Boys are back in the Eurozone discussing German indietronica act The Notwist's influential fifth album Neon Golden.2023-09-071h 28
Stoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedWhy Study Ancient Philosophy? (Episode 75)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenThe best skiers don’t study ancient skiers. The best physicists don’t turn to Ancient Greece in order to push their field forward. So why should philosophers look back at the work of the ancients?In this episode, Caleb and Michael wrestle with that question. Their answers may surprise you.(02:11) The Argument Against Studying Ancient Philosophy (07:00) Who is Actually Doing Philosophy Today?(16:27) Mining for Diamonds(25...2023-09-0543 min
Whack or SlapsAlice Coltrane's Universal ConsciousnessHere it is folks, our 50th episode extravaganza! To celebrate the occasion the Boys pay their respects to jazz great Alice Coltrane's monumental fifth album, Universal Consciousness.2023-08-241h 50
Whack or SlapsDizzee Rascal's Boy in da CornerIt's that time again - that's right, the boys area headed back across the Atlantic this week as they traverse the grimy soundscapes of London MC Dizzee Racal's acclaimed debut album, Boy in da Corner. NOTE: There is some discussion about suicidal feelings in this episode that might be difficult for some listeners. If you or someone you know is suicidal, please, contact your physician, go to your local ER, or call the suicide prevention hotline in your country. For the United States, call or text 988 or visit www.988lifeline.org for support 24/7.2023-07-282h 00
Whack or SlapsBroadcast's Haha SoundThis week the Boys take a noisy trip across the pond as they discuss Birmingham's own electronic wizards Broadcast and their second studio album Haha Sound.2023-06-301h 50
Whack or SlapsRadiohead's Kid ACall the Karma Police cause It's time to tuck in to the fittingly epic final chapter of our weeks long exploration of Radiohead (and their American cousins.) On this episode the Three Lads traverse the sonic soundscapes of Radiohead's landmark fourth album, Kid A.2023-06-162h 42
Stoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedStoicism For Me But Not For Thee With Marcus Hedahl (Episode 50)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenThis is our 50th episode! Thank you for listening and supporting Stoa Conversations. If you’d like to support the show, please subscribe, leave a review, and share an episode with a friend. Also, send a note to stoa@stoameditation.com. We read and respond to every single one.This episode is with Dr. Marcus Hedahl. Marcus turns the tables and asks Caleb Ontiveros about his article, Stoicism For Me But Not For Th...2023-06-0951 min
Stoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedThe Socratic Method (Episode 47)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenIn this episode, Caleb and Michael discuss the Socrates and the Socratic method.The Socratic method is the core philosophical technique. So, it's essential to understand.Caleb and Michael start start by giving an initial background on Socrates and then move to discussing the strengths and risks of Socratic questioning.(01:28) Introduction(04:17) Who Was Socrates?(12:13) Socrate’s Historical Impact(14:31) The Socratic Method(29:35) Th...2023-05-3055 min
Stoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedRob Goodman on Risk and Rhetoric (Episode 46)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenThis conversation will help you think more deeply about the nature of rhetoric.Caleb Ontiveros speaks with the political scientist Rob Goodman. You may recognize his name from the book Rome’s Last Citizen, which he wrote with past Stoa Conversations guest, Jimmy Soni. He's also the author of Words on Fire: Eloquence and Its Conditions. We discuss ancient Romans, current politics, risk, and rhetoric.(02:03) Introduction(03:56) Who was...2023-05-2645 min
Whack or SlapsWilco's Yankee Hotel FoxtrotAfter a brief break following the epic American Radiohead Championship series, the Boys are back with a brand new episode on Chicago indie stalwarts (and ARC '23 champions) Wilco's fourth studio album Yankee Hotel Foxtrot. Listen as the Three Lads dissect and discuss one of the most monumental albums in all of 2000s indiedom.2023-05-252h 11
Stoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedThe Obstacle Is the Way (Episode 45)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenIn this conversation, Michael and Caleb discuss Ryan Holiday’s book The Obstacle Is the Way. They cover the good, bad, and provocative. Both argue that it’s practically inspiring even if philosophically shallow. Michael argues that in a real sense, it’s not a Stoic book. Caleb pushes back – a little.(05:30) Protreptic Philosophy(11:44) The Necessity of Popularization(14:35) Stoicism as An Operating System(19:00) Motivational Power(22...2023-05-2355 min
Stoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedThe Stoic Heretic: Aristo of Chios (Episode 41)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenOne of the best ways to understand what Stoicism is and contemporary Stoic debates is learning about Aristo of Chios.Today, we’re having debates over the place of physics and logic in Stoicism and the place of Stoic advice today. Well, Aristo challenged the Stoics on these issues hundred of years ago.In this episode, Michael and Caleb talk about what he had to say, how the orthodox Stoics responded, and...2023-05-0952 min
Stoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedHampus Jakobsson on Playing the Game of Life (Episode 40)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenIn this episode, Caleb speaks with Hampus Jakobsson. Hampus is a venture capitalist and serial entrepreneur. He is currently a general partner at Pale Blue Dot. We talk about Stoicism and entrepreneurship. It’s a practical discussion centering on how to use Stoicism as a tool to accomplish your goals. You’ll get a number of tactics you can use to solve problems, build habits, and hear how a leading investor and entrepreneur thin...2023-05-0554 min
Whack or SlapsWoS Presents... The American Radiohead Championship 2023: Championship '23This is it, folks! We've finally arrived at the big finale, the American Radiohead Championship 2023. It's an epic battle between psychedelic popsters The Flaming Lips and the ultimate Dad rockers Wilco, as one band will be crowned once and for all the Official American Radiohead.2023-05-041h 29
Stoa Conversations: Stoicism Applied12 Rules for Life (Episode 39)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenIn this episode, Michael and Caleb review Jordan Peterson’s book 12 Rules for Life.We each pick out 1 idea we believe is true, 1 false, and 1 provocative. There’s a lot to say about this controversial book. Both of us think it has a number of life-changing lessons, but also gets important things wrong.(04:29) Hierarchy and Feedback Loops(15:49) Tell the Truth(23:55) Clean More Than Your Room(36:03) Too...2023-05-021h 03
Whack or SlapsWoS Presents... The American Radiohead Championship 2023: Vinyl 4It's getting down to the nitty gritty as the Boys run down the penultimate round in the American Radiohead Championship Series, the Vinyl 4. Listen along with the Three Hombres as they reveal the two bands headed to the Finals.2023-04-201h 49
Stoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedClose Reading: Meditations 3 (Episode 31)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on Maven“He gives his sole attention to how he might carry out his own activities, and attends continually to his own strand in the whole web; he makes sure that his own activities are done rightly, and he is convinced that his own strand in the web is good.” Marcus Aurelius, Meditations 3.4 Caleb and Michael do a close reading of Meditations 3.2 - 3.4.Chris Gill’s Translation: https://amzn.to/4330B8H(04...2023-04-0442 min
Whack or SlapsWoS Presents... The American Radiohead Championship 2023: Indie 8What's this? A special Monday drop? That's right, in honor of the other big tournament going on, we're dropping the lastest ep in our series. Join The Three Guys as they break down the next round in our Championship Series.2023-04-032h 15
Stoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedWilliam Eden on Rome, Negative Actualization, and Covid Epistemics (Episode 30)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on Maven"No, we have not picked all the low-hanging fruit yet."In this conversation, Caleb Ontiveros speaks with William Eden – a recovering economist turned biotech venture capitalist. They talk about a wide range of topics: the importance of history, whether Rome is a good analogy to today, Stoicism, voluntary discomfort, negative visualization, and Covid.TwitterBecomingEden(00:43) Introduction(01:55) History(13:23) Rome(34:40) Will's Take on St...2023-03-311h 54
Stoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedHow To Deal With Non-Stoic People (Episode 29)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenHow can you remain Stoic when everyone around you has lost their head?Caleb and Michael discuss the problem of Non-Stoics. Often others can’t handle the stress of life and want to share Stoic techniques with them – when is that the right play? Luckily, Epictetus and Marcus Aurelius gave for this very issue.At the end of this conversation, we summarize 8 strategies you can use to deal with non-Stoic people. Chec...2023-03-2847 min
Stoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedLuke Burgis on Why You Need to Know Mimetic Theory (Episode 28)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenWhy do you want what you do? Are your desires even yours? In this conversation, Caleb Ontiveros speaks with Luke Burgis. Luke’s most recent book, Wanting: The Power of Mimetic Desire in Everyday Life, covers mimetic theory, as does this conversation.Mimetic theory is essential for Stoics to know because it explains why we end up wanting so many things that are outside of our control. Luke shares how mimetic the...2023-03-2450 min
Whack or SlapsWoS Presents... The American Radiohead Championship 2023: Sweet 16It all starts here. That's right, get your brackets ready because the Boys are about to kick off the biggest tournament of the year, The American Radiohead Championship 2023. Join the Terrible Trio as they break down the first stage of the tourney and decide who moves on to the next round.2023-03-231h 46Stoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedDying Well: Stoicism and Euthanasia (Episode 27)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenWhat's the Stoic view on active euthanasia?In this conversation we discuss MAID (medical assistance in dying), Canada’s active euthanasia law.Warning: We’re discussing suicide. That’s what this episode is about.We discuss why this is an important issues, what the Stoic view on suicide is, and how that applies to the political issue of MAID.(01:18) Why Talk about MAID?(02:28) Background on MAID2023-03-2144 minStoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedWilliam Stephens on Epictetus's Handbook (Episode 26)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenWhat’s required for freedom? What does self respect demand?In this conversation, Caleb Ontiveros speaks with William Stephens about Epictetus’s Handbook.They discuss Epictetus’s conception of freedom, self-respect, and end with a discussion on his role ethics.We’ve had several conversations with William Stephens, he’s one of the foremost philosophical experts on Epictetus, so we’re excited to share another one.Epictetus’s 'Encheiridio...2023-03-1751 minStoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedOn Theory vs Practice and Spartan Minimalism with Musonius Rufus (Episode 25)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on Maven“Musonius used to say that it was the height of shamelessness to think about how weak our bodies are when enduring pain, but to forget how weak they are when experiencing pleasure.”In this podcast, Michael and I discuss the Roman Socrates, Musonius Rufus. Musonius Rufus was the teacher of Epictetus. He played a crucial role building Roman Stoicism. In this podcast we talk about who he was, what writings we have from him...2023-03-1443 minStoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedMichael Bonner on the Rise and Fall of Civilization (Episode 24)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenStoics have a contemplative practice called The View From Above – it involves looking down on our life from a larger vantage point. An excellent way to do that is to zoom out and look at history, the rise and fall of civilizations. When we do that, the trivial falls away and what is important remains.This conversation with Dr Michael Bonner takes that larger perspective. Michael is a classist, civil servant, an expert on...2023-03-1053 min
Whack or SlapsWoS Presents... The American Radiohead Championship 2023: IntroductionThis week the Boys are bringing you something a little different as they seek to answer the eternal question, "Who is the American Radiohead?" Follow along as Los Tres Hombres break down the initial seeding and do a play-in tournament to complete the ARC '23 bracket. Be sure to grab your official bracket at bit.ly/whackorslaps, fill it out and email it to whackorslaps@gmail.com.2023-03-0959 minStoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedStoic Psychology: Epictetus on Why What You Think is Up To You (Episode 23)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenWhy did the Stoics believe what you think is up to you? What are the components of thought?Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay discuss that in this episode. We start with the Stoic theory of mind and then move to how we can use their psychology to understand others and ourselves better. We then cover the radical Stoic ideas that no one does wrong willingly and the idea that weakness of will is...2023-03-0757 minStoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedNate Anderson on Applying Nietzsche in the Digital Age (Episode 22)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenIn this conversation, Caleb Ontiveros speaks with Nate Anderson, the deputy editor at Condé Nast’s Ars Technica. Nate is also the author of In Emergency, Break Glass: What Nietzsche Can Teach Us About Joyful Living in a Tech-Saturated World.We cover the philosophy of Nietzsche and how he challenges us to do better in this digital age.(00:27) Intro(01:19) Nate and Nietzsche(12:08) Role Models for Nietzsche...2023-03-0345 minStoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedBryan Hill on the Confidence to be Creative (Episode 21)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenBryan Hill is a television, film, and comic book writer. His work in comics includes writing for Batman and Buffy's Angel and his work in television includes HBO Max's Titans, and Ash vs. The Evil Dead. He is a practitioner of Stoicism, and has incorporated Stoic ideas into his craft of writing.In this discussion, Michael Tremblay and Bryan cover using Stoicism to overcome the ego, imposter syndrome, and fear of rejection that...2023-02-281h 00Stoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedDavid Jilk on Nietzsche's Sequel to Stoicism (Episode 20)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on Maven“We realized that Nietzsche’s approach represents a productive and healthy sequel to Stoicism, particularly for the disruptive entrepreneur.”Investor, entrepreneur, and researcher Dave Jilk joins Caleb to talk about Nietzsche and Entrepreneurship.With Brad Feld, Dave wrote The Entrepreneur's Weekly Nietzsche. They cover how Nietzsche challengesIn this conversation, Dave shares how Nietzsche challenges us to clarify our values, cultivate faith, and embrace reality.(00:12) Who Was Nietzs...2023-02-2446 minStoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedLiron Shapira on Specificity and AI Doom (Episode 19)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenWhat's the best test of a business idea? Are we doomed by AI?Caleb Ontiveros talks with Liron Shapira about specificity, startup ideas, crypto skepticism, and the case for AI risk.Bloated MVPSpecificity Sequence(02:19) Criticizing Crypto(04:31) Specificity(10:11) Intellectual Role Models(15:06) Insight from the Rationality Community(19:22) AI Risk(31:07) Back to Business(39:46) Making Sense of Our...2023-02-2345 min
Whack or SlapsZZ Top's Tres HombresPut on yer cowboy hat and bust out the nudie suits cause this week the Boys are goin' deep into the heart of Texas. On the menu is ZZ Top's raucous and rowdy third studio album, the boogie blues classic, 1973's Tres Hombres.2023-02-232h 03Stoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedThe Fossilized Stoic Way of Life: Nietzsche on Stoicism (Episode 18)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on Maven“Is our life really so painful and burdensome that it would be advantageous for us to trade it for a fossilized Stoic way of life? Things are not bad enough for us that they have to be bad for us in the Stoic style!” Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay talk about how Nietzsche challenges Stoics. The Stoics and Nietzsche agree on the idea that we are self-sufficient and on embracing fate, amor fati. Howe...2023-02-2156 minStoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedHow Stoicism Addresses Anxiety with Tim Lebon (Episode 17)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenHow does Stoicism actually make a psychological difference?In conversation Caleb Ontiveros speaks with the author, researcher and psychologist, Tim Lebon on that very question.Tim shares how Stoicism has made a concrete difference to his life and how it has transformed the lives of others. He then discusses how Stoicism works and how it can help you shape you into a more resilient person.We end with a...2023-02-1752 minStoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedReading the Handbook (Episode 16)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenIn this episode we do a close reading of the first two chapters of Epictetus’s Handbook. Epictetus packages key theoretical and practical insights in the first two sections – read along!***Stoa Conversations is Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay’s podcast on Stoic theory and practice.Caleb and Michael work together on the Stoa app. Stoa is designed to help you build resilience and focus on what matter...2023-02-1453 minStoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedLegends in Ancient Rome and Modern Tech with Jimmy Soni (Episode 15)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenAll ages will produce men like Clodius, but not all ages men like Cato.– SenecaWhy did Stoics idolize Cato the Younger?In this episode Caleb Ontiveros speaks with Jimmy Soni, author of Rome's Last Citizen.We focus on what is admirable about Cato the Younger, his contradictions, and his legacy. We also touch on Soni’s book The Founders which is a deep dive on the story of PayP...2023-02-1053 min
Whack or SlapsCat Power's The GreatestMeow hear this! On this weeks episode Los Tres Hombres find themselves (kitten) smitten with indie songstress Cat Power's aptly titled seventh studio album The Greatest.2023-02-091h 40Stoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedStoicism in Silicon Valley (Episode 14)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenStoicism is apparently huge in Silicon Valley. Investors recommend Marcus Aurelius. Founders promote Stoic ideas like voluntary suffering.What’s up with that? In this episode, Caleb Ontiveros and Michael talk about how big Stoicism really is in Silicon Valley, how Stoicism helps build startups, and discuss criticism of Silicon Valley Stoicism.***Stoa Conversations is Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay’s podcast on Stoic theory and practice.2023-02-0744 minStoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedThe Best Practical Philosophy Ever with Massimo Pigliucci (Episode 13)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenIn this episode, Caleb Ontiveros speak with Dr. Massimo Pigliucci.Massimo is one of the key figures behind the Renaissance of modern stoicism. They discuss how Stoicism has made a difference to Massimo's life, Stoicism and politics, and end with a discussion of the proper attitude towards social media. This is an excellent conversation for thinking about how Stoicism can fit into a life – and why there open questions with the phi...2023-02-0354 minStoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedStoicism and Sport (Episode 12)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenHow Stoicism can improve our game and sport can make us better Stoics.Martial artist Michael Tremblay and marathoner Caleb Ontiveros discuss the relationship between sport and Stoicism.(00:12) Intro(02:07) Similarities Between Stoicism and Sport(14:19) Stoicism For Sport(32:49) Sport for Stoicism***Stoa Conversations is Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay’s podcast on Stoic theory and practice.Caleb and Michael work to...2023-01-3153 minStoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedSocratic Stoicism and Mental Health with Donald Robertson (Episode 11)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenFind out why Donald Robertson now calls Stoicism a fundamentally Socratic philosophy.In this episode Caleb Ontiveros speaks with Donald Robertson. Donald is the author of How to Think Like a Roman Emperor and The Philosophy of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and a number of other excellent books. He is trained as a psychotherapist and is one of the key players behind modern Stoicism.We talk about Socrates, Epicureanism from the psychological...2023-01-271h 11
Whack or SlapsJunior Boys' Last ExitThis week it's all Boys all the time as the Three Amigos bloop and bleep their way through electropop duo Junior Boys' debut full length Last Exit.2023-01-261h 51Stoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedEpicureanism (Episode 10)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenIs the ultimate aim of life tranquility? Epicurus answered this question with a resounding "yes." The school he founded, Epicureanism, pitted itself against other ancient schools focused on virtue.Michael and Caleb go deep into the philosophy, explain why they think it is mistaken, but also talk about what it can teach us today.(00:41) Intro(02:16) History of Epicureanism(03:20) Epicurean Philosophy(16:38) Differences Between Stoic a...2023-01-2458 minStoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedAncient Heroes with Alex Petkas (Episode 9)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenWhat lessons are hidden in ancient biographies?Alex Petkas is a former Classics professor who now works in the industrial coatings industry. Combining theory and practice. Modernizing Plutarch's Parallel Lives in his Cost of Glory podcast is one of his key projects. Plutarch was an ancient biographer, his most famous work, Parallel Lives, is a set of biographies of great Roman and Greeks that we can learn a lot from today.In...2023-01-2143 minStoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedSix Stoicisms: Modern vs Traditional Stoicism and More (Episode 8)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenIn this conversation Michael and Caleb discuss six different kinds of Stoicism: $toicism broicism stoicism (little s stoicism) Traditional Stoicism Academic Stoicism Modern StoicismSome of these are misunderstandings, or at least incomplete, other's are much more meaningful uses of the philosophy. Michael and Caleb talk about each with the aim of correctly understanding theory and determining what's useful to apply in ordinary life.(01:37) $toicism(09:17) Brocism(16:50) little...2023-01-1756 minStoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedFake News, Real Stoicism with Justin McBrayer (Episode 7)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenStoicism is a philosophy that is ultimately geared towards attaining knowledge. Because of that it is crucial to know what kind of media environment we live in and how to navigate it.In this episode, Caleb speaks with philosophy professor Justin McBrayer. They discuss his most recent book Beyond Fake News: Finding the Truth in a World of Misinformation. Caleb and Justin talk about how to think about the problem and s...2023-01-1354 min
Whack or SlapsErykah Badu's New Amerykah Part One (4th World War)Light up the incense and bust out the Backwoods, cause this week the Boys are diving head first into Erykah Badu's dense and blunted fourth album, New Amerykah Part One (4th World War).2023-01-122h 20Stoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedJohn Vervaeke on the Transformative Power of Stoicism (Episode 6)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on Maven***Bonus episode***In this conversation, Caleb and John Vervaeke talk about the nature of transformative experience and how Stoicism can deeply transform who you are. The discussion is deep and will repay multiple listens.John Vervaeke is an Assistant Professor in Cognitive Psychology and Cognitive Science at the University of Toronto. His work constructs a bridge between science and spirituality in order to understand the experience of meaningfulness and the cultivation...2023-01-1148 minStoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedWhy You Should Compare Yourself to Other People (Episode 5)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenIn this episode, Caleb and Michael discuss why you should compare yourself to other people – but not just anyone.They discussion focuses on Caleb's recent article: You Should Compare Yourself to Other PeopleStoa Conversations is Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay’s podcast on Stoic theory and practice.Caleb and Michael work together on the Stoa app. Stoa is designed to help you build resilience and focus on what matt...2023-01-1050 minStoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedThe Art of Happiness With Sharon Lebell (Episode 4)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenIn this episode, Caleb speaks with bestselling author Sharon Lebell. They discuss:- Why judgment is the beginning of connection- How Sharon thinks about role models- Key ideas in The Art of Living- The importance of clarifying and communicating values- Why optionality is overratedSharon is the bestselling author of The Art of Living: The Classical Mannual on Virtue...2023-01-0646 minStoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedStoicism FAQ: Freewill, Happiness, and Death (Episode 3)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenIn this episode, Caleb and Michael discuss important and frequently asked questions about Stoicism:- What do the Stoics say about free will?- What is the Stoic version of happiness? Can we be happy?- What do the Stoics think about death?Stoa Conversations is Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay’s podcast on Stoic theory and practice.Caleb and Michael work together on the St...2023-01-0350 minStoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedStoicism FAQ: Who Should You Read First? What Is up to You? (Episode 2)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenIn this episode, Caleb and Michael discuss important commonly asked questions about Stoicism: - Who you should read first - The concept of the dichotomy of control - The meaning of virtue Stoa Conversations is Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay’s podcast on Stoic theory and practice. Caleb and Michael work together on the Stoa app. Stoa is designed to help you build resilience and focus o...2022-12-2841 min
Whack or SlapsInterpol's Turn On the Bright LightsGuess whooooo's back? That's right! Just in time for Christmas, our fearless leader has returned from the Land of Baby. Join Los Tres Hombres as they evaluate Interpol's modern indie classic Turn On the Bright Lights.2022-12-222h 19Stoa Conversations: Stoicism AppliedWhat Stoicism Actually Teaches About Emotion (Episode 1)Want to become more Stoic? Join us and other Stoics this October: Stoicism Applied by Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay on MavenStoicism offers the promise of emotional tranquility. But what does this mean? And should we even want to eliminate our negative emotions?In this conversation, Michael and Caleb discuss the Stoic account of emotions: what emotions are and how to manage them.Stoa Conversations is Caleb Ontiveros and Michael Tremblay’s podcast on Stoic theory and practice.Caleb and Michael work together on the Stoa app. Stoa is designed to...2022-12-1948 min
Whack or SlapsWoS Presents... Superior Slaps: ABBA's ABBA Gold: Greatest HitsAn epic album calls for an epic episode. That's right, the Boyz return to discuss the golden hits of one of the greatest pop bands of all time, ABBA. Break out your dancing shoes and join the duo as they get into some of Sweden's finest on ABBA Gold: Greatest Hits.2022-12-082h 58
Whack or SlapsWoS Presents... Superior Slaps: Bob Marley and the Wailers' LegendThe Gruesome Twosome return! And this time they're joined by their long lost leader! That's right, the whole crew is here and ready to roll into Bob Marley and the Wailers' record shelf classic Legend.2022-09-292h 22
Whack or SlapsWoS Presents... Superior Slaps: The Eagles' Their Greatest Hits (1971-1975)The dynamic duo are back with a brand new format! That's right, the Eagle(s) has landed as the boys delve into greatest hits albums with one of the best selling records of all time, Their Greatest Hits (1971-1975).2022-06-161h 37
Whack or SlapsWoS Presents... Twin Cinema: Dig!They're back! The gruesome twosome return with a fresh ep as they wrap the Twin Cinema series with a modern classic from 2004, Dig! Join the Boys (menos uno) as they explore the tumultuous love-hate relationship between power poppin' alt rockers The Dandy Warhols and combustable psychedelic garage rockers The Brian Jonestown Massacre.2022-05-051h 55
Whack or SlapsWoS Presents... Twin Cinema: The Devil and Daniel JohnstonAnother week, another flick. This time around the Boys (menos uno) tackle The Devil and Daniel Johnston, a powerfully poignant portrait of an artist, his work, and his struggles with mental illness.2022-03-041h 23
Whack or SlapsWoS Presents... Twin Cinema: Shut Up and Play the HitsAttention all film heads and rock doc junkies, the Boys (-1) are back with a brand new episode focused on concert film and James Murphy shaving tutorial Shut Up and Play the Hits, which documents the 48 hours surrounding LCD Soundsystem's supposed "last" show.2022-02-121h 21
Whack or SlapsWilco's Sky Blue SkyStraight from the archives comes Episode Zero! That's right, it's the ultra-rare never-before-heard pilot episode. Join the Boys and experience where it all began as they dive into indie stalwarts Wilco's sixth studio album Sky Blue Sky.2022-02-031h 57
Whack or SlapsThe Unicorns's Who Will Cut Our Hair When We're Gone?New Year New Pod! That's right, the Boys are back with a brand new epi focused on The Unicorns's cult Canadian classic second album Who Will Cut Our Hair When We're Gone? Stick around 'til the end for some exiting new announcements about the Pod.2022-01-272h 00
Whack or SlapsYeah Yeah Yeah's Fever to TellOn this week's episode the Boys return to NYC circa 2003 as they take on the Yeah Yeah Yeah's heavily hyped debut album Fever to Tell.2021-10-281h 39
Whack or SlapsThe Bug's London ZooThe Boys are back and heading across the pond this week as they dip into the grimey depths of The Bug's third album London Zoo.2021-10-212h 23
Whack or SlapsThe Books' Thought for FoodCalling all bookworms! This week the Boys head to the library to discuss experimental duo The Books' debut album Thought for Food.2021-09-301h 58
Whack or SlapsGrace Jones' NightclubbingOn this week's Very Special Episode the boys are taking it back to 1981 with Grace Jones' influential fifth full-length Nightclubbing.2021-09-202h 13
Whack or SlapsJens Lekman's Night Falls Over KortedalaThis week The Boys are back after a mini-hiatus with a fresh ep as they cover Jens Lekman's 2007 twee-popping sophomore album Night Falls Over Kortedala2021-09-092h 23
Whack or SlapsM83's Saturdays = YouthJoin the Boys for a nostalgia trip back to the teenage 80s this week as they take on M83's dreamy fifth studio album Saturdays = Youth.2021-08-212h 11
Whack or SlapsThe Hold Steady's Separation SundayPick up some tall cans and a fresh pack of smokes cause this week the Boys are getting grimy with The Hold Steady's second studio release, rock n' roll concept album Separation Sunday.2021-08-132h 11
Whack or SlapsThe Exploding Hearts' Guitar RomanticBreak out the Manic Panic and patch up that jean jacket because this week the Boys are ripping through power poppin' punk rockers The Exploding Hearts' first and only record Guitar Romantic.2021-08-062h 06
Whack or SlapsWolf Parade's Apologies to the Queen MaryThe Great White North once again beckons the Boys as they break down Wolf Parade's seminal debut album Apologies to the Queen Mary.2021-07-292h 13
Whack or SlapsOkkervil River's Black Sheep BoyThe boys journey down the waterways of Austin, Texas this week as they delve into Okkervil River's emotionally charged third album Black Sheep Boy.2021-07-231h 57
Whack or SlapsVampire Weekend's Vampire WeekendBust out the oxford shirts and lace up those Sperry's cause this week the Boys are headed to Cape Cod to dive into Vampire Weekend's divisive self-titled debut album.2021-07-152h 02
The Practical StoicCaleb Ontiveros | Finding Calm and Resilience Through StoicismCaleb Ontiveros is the founder of Stoa. He received his MA in philosophy from the University of Notre Dame and has worked at several startups. Get the Stoa app: stoameditation.com Caleb's Website: calebontiveros.com Caleb's Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/caleb-ontiveros/ Caleb's Twitter: twitter.com/calebmontiveros/ ----more---- Get coaching with Simon: simonjedrew.com/coaching/ Support the podcast: patreon.com/simonjedrew/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-07-1250 min
Whack or SlapsModest Mouse's The Moon & AntarcticaAnother week, another all-time classic Indie Rock record gets put under the microscope as the Boys discuss the formative third album from genre stalwarts Modest Mouse, The Moon & Antarctica.2021-07-082h 11
Whack or SlapsThe New Pornographers' Twin CinemaThey're baaaaack! The Boys return from their hiatus with another visit to the Great White North as they break down Canadian indie supergroup The New Pornographers' power poppin' third album Twin Cinema.2021-06-292h 00
Whack or SlapsMy Bloody Valentine's LovelessOn this Very Special Episode the Boys take a trip back in time and envelop themselves in the ethereal sounds of My Bloody Valentine's eternal second album Loveless.2021-05-272h 23
Whack or SlapsThe Knife's Silent ShoutJoin the boys this week as they travel to the northern latitudes and traverse Swedish electronic duo The Knife's third full length LP Silent Shout.2021-05-202h 13
Whack or SlapsAnimal Collective's Merriweather Post PavilionThis is it! We've reached the exciting conclusion of our sojourn through Animal Collective's discography, years 2005 through 2009. We finish strong with AnCo's engaging eighth studio album Merriweather Post Pavilion.2021-05-132h 21
Whack or SlapsAnimal Collective's Strawberry JamThe epic journey through Animal Collective's mid-to-late-2000s catalog continues as the boys unpack the band's sticky sweet seventh studio album Strawberry Jam. 2021-05-062h 16
Whack or SlapsAnimal Collective's FeelsThe boys have a lot of... thoughts about the album on this episode, the first in an epic trilogy covering the Pitchfork-approved powerhouse Animal Collective. This week they cover the band's sixth studio record Feels.2021-04-292h 03
Whack or Slaps...And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead's Source Tags & CodesA very special guest joins the boys this week for their most epic episode yet as they cover ...And You Will Know Us by the Trail of Dead's ambitious third album Source Tags & Codes.2021-04-222h 53
Whack or SlapsMadvillain's MadvillainyMadlib. DOOM. On this episode the boys cover the greatest crossover event in the history of the world... Madvillain's Madvillainy.2021-04-152h 35
Whack or SlapsM.I.A.'s ArularThis week the grooves are global and the pop is political as the Boyz traverse M.I.A.'s debut album Arular.2021-04-082h 13
Whack or SlapsDeerhunter's CryptogramsThings get a little heated as the Boyz delve into the murky depths of Deerhunter's sophomore outing Cryptograms.2021-04-012h 04
Whack or SlapsDaft Punk's Alive 2007Shine up those helmets and bust out the sequined jackets cause this week the Boyz are diving into Daft Punk's second live album Alive 2007.2021-03-252h 03
Whack or SlapsArchitecture in Helsinki's In Case We DieOn this week's episode the Heads of the Future shred Architecture in Helsinki's second studio album In Case We Die.2021-03-181h 35
Whack or SlapsJoanna Newsom's YsThe Deerhoofers examine Joanna Newsom's sophisticated sophomore album Ys on this week's ep.2021-03-111h 59
Whack or SlapsThe Rapture's EchoesThis week the Boys put on their dancing shoes and groove to The Rapture's debut LP Echoes.2021-03-042h 07
Whack or SlapsClap Your Hands Say Yeah's Clap Your Hands Say YeahThe Architects in Helsinki tear into the eponymous debut from the much buzzed about Clap Your Hands Say Yeah.2021-02-251h 42
Whack or SlapsBroken Social Scene's You Forgot It in PeopleThe Boys Least Likely To explore Broken Social Scene's breakthrough second album You Forgot It in People2021-02-182h 01
The Carpe Liam Podcast#2: Caleb OntiverosCaleb Ontiveros (@calebmontiveros) is the founder of Stoa meditiation (http://stoameditation.com/). We talk about Caleb's journey starting Stoa, some of his favorite stoics, both ancient and modern, and some of his methods for being more productive. You don't want to miss this great conversation!
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