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Socrates in the CityMassimo Pigliucci: What is Stoicism?What is the history of Stoicism and how does one practice it today?
Socrates in the City host Eric Metaxas sits down with professor and philosopher Massimo Pigliucci, author of the popular How to be a Stoic and Beyond Stoicism, to discuss the history and development of Stoicism, and the line between emotion, reason, and virtue. They discuss the influence of stoicism in pop culture, from ancient Greek icons to modern-day Star Trek. Throughout Pigliucci’s work, he highlights the balance of skepticism and trust as a road to wisdom, as exemplified by Socrates himself.The post...
2025-10-241h 00
The Sunday StoicReason and Ethics with Massimo PigliucciIn this classic episode Massimo Pigliucci visits the show to discuss ethics and the use of reason. According to the Stoics, the one thing that distinguishes us from the rest of nature is that we are capable of reason. But what exactly is reason and how does it relate to living a complete life? Dr. Massimo Pigliucci joins the podcast this week to discuss Stoicism, Reason, Science and Scientism. Check out more from Massimo Pigliucci herehttps://platofootnote.wordpress.com/https://howtobeastoic.wordpress.com/
2025-09-241h 02
Existential Stoic PodcastA Field Guide to a Happy Life - with Massimo PigliucciThis episode is a replay from The Existential Stoic library. Enjoy! Special guest, Massimo Pigliucci, joins Danny and Randy to discuss Stoicism and his recent book, A Field Guide to a Happy Life: 53 Brief Lessons for Living. In the main part of Field Guide, Massimo reimagines and updates Epictetus’ famous Enchiridion (or handbook). Listen now to learn about Massimo’s wonderful new book, A Field Guide to a Happy Life, and discover practical tools to help you live a better, happy life.Massimo Pigliucci has a PhD in Evolutionary Biology from the University of Con...
2025-09-2151 min
Philosophy For Our TimesThe struggle for the good life | Massimo Pigliucci on ancient philosophy for the modern eraWe all want to live the good life. But how many of us can claim to be truly content? Join philosopher and evolutionary biologist Massimo Pigliucci as he argues that pleasure, character, and a healthy dose of doubt, form the basis of the good life, and that purpose in life is crucial to realising our potential.Massimo Pigliucci is a renowned philosopher and professor at the City College of New York. He is the author of several books, including, 'How to be a Stoic' and 'Beyond Stoicism'. A former co-host of the Rationally Speaking Podcast and a...
2025-09-1629 minPhilosophy For Our TimesThe struggle for the good life | Massimo Pigliucci on ancient philosophy for the modern eraWe all want to live the good life. But how many of us can claim to be truly content? Join philosopher and evolutionary biologist Massimo Pigliucci as he argues that pleasure, character, and a healthy dose of doubt, form the basis of the good life, and that purpose in life is crucial to realising our potential.Massimo Pigliucci is a renowned philosopher and professor at the City College of New York. He is the author of several books, including, 'How to be a Stoic' and 'Beyond Stoicism'. A former co-host of the Rationally Speaking Podcast and a...
2025-09-1629 min
Il Gomitolo AtomicoCome diventare Stoici e vivere meglio - con Massimo PigliucciOgni qualvolta ci chiediamo cosa mangiare, in che modo amare, o semplicemente come fare a essere felici, ci stiamo in realtà domandando come condurre nel migliore dei modi la nostra vita. Ma dove possiamo trovare, nel mondo di oggi, risposte valide? Il filosofo Massimo Pigliucci propone di trarre ispirazione dall’antica filosofia che guidava Seneca e il grande imperatore Marco Aurelio: lo stoicismo. Scopriamo come separare da tutto il resto ciò per cui vale davvero la pena preoccuparsi, così da avere sempre «la serenità di accettare le cose che non possiamo cambiare, il coraggio di intervenire su quelle che possiamo cambiar...
2025-06-241h 17
We Have A MeetingHow to live a Stoic: Lessons from Living Philosopher Massimo PigliucciWant to develop an unbreakable mind? Learn how Stoicism can help you master your emotions, handle setbacks, and build resilience in an unpredictable world. In this episode of We Have A Meeting, we sit down with Massimo Pigliucci, one of the world’s leading Stoic philosophers, to uncover 4 powerful Stoic rules that will change how you think, work, and live.🔔 Subscribe & Turn On Notifications so you never miss an episode of We Have A Meeting!⏳ Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction to Massimo Pigliucci02:10 – What Is Stoicism & Why Does It Matter Today?06:45 – L...
2025-03-1848 min
The Via Stoica Podcast — A Stoic Way of LifeA Stoic Conversation with Massimo Pigliucci: From How to be a Stoic to Beyond StoicismSend us a textWelcome to the Via Stoica Podcast, the podcast on Stoicism.Join us for a profound exploration of Stoic philosophy with Massimo Pigliucci, as we journey from his groundbreaking work "How to Be a Stoic" to his latest philosophical evolution in "Beyond Stoicism."Massimo Pigliucci is a professor of philosophy at the City College of New York and a leading voice in modern Stoicism.As a philosopher and scientist with a Ph.D. in Evolutionary Biology, he brings a unique perspective to ancient wisdom, making complex philosophical concepts...
2025-02-111h 17
Philosophy For Our TimesThe inner life of a stoic | Stoicism Series PART 5 | Massimo PigliucciMassimo Pigliucci | In-depth InterviewHow can philosophy play an active role in daily life? How can ancient philosophical traditions like stoicism help us navigate modern challenges? Why does scepticism remain relevant in a world dominated by technology and information overload? In this interview, Massimo Pigliucci explores these questions, advocates stoicism as a philosophy to live by, delves into the enduring value of stoicism, and reflects on the philosophers who have most profoundly influenced his thinking.Massimo Pigliucci is an author, blogger, podcaster and philosophy professor at the City College of New York and former co-host...
2025-01-2124 minPhilosophy For Our TimesThe inner life of a stoic | Stoicism Series PART 5 | Massimo PigliucciMassimo Pigliucci | In-depth InterviewHow can philosophy play an active role in daily life? How can ancient philosophical traditions like stoicism help us navigate modern challenges? Why does scepticism remain relevant in a world dominated by technology and information overload? In this interview, Massimo Pigliucci explores these questions, advocates stoicism as a philosophy to live by, delves into the enduring value of stoicism, and reflects on the philosophers who have most profoundly influenced his thinking.Massimo Pigliucci is an author, blogger, podcaster and philosophy professor at the City College of New York and former co-host...
2025-01-2124 min
Business Book Summaries for CEOs and Founders, ApolloSkillsHow to Be a Stoic by Massimo PigliucciDiscover how Stoic you are with this practical guide to Stoic living based on Massimo Pigliucci’s “How to Be a Stoic.” Learn fundamental principles and valuable tips, and take an insightful Stoic living assessment to enhance your resilience, mindfulness, and overall well-being.👉 Free Course on https://www.apolloskills.com/courses/bestoic“How to Be a Stoic: Using Ancient Philosophy to Live a Modern Life” by Massimo Pigliucci offers a practical guide to applying Stoic philosophy in contemporary life. Here’s a summary of its key themes and concepts:Core Concepts of...
2025-01-0905 min
Skeptical Inquirer Audio EditionIt's All Bullshit: The Common Ground between Pseudoscience and Pseudophilosophy by Massimo PigliucciMassimo Pigliucci explores the common thread between pseudoscience and pseudophilosophy: "bullshit," as defined by philosopher Harry Frankfurt. Pigliucci argues that both disciplines involve epistemic failures, where truth and evidence are disregarded in favor of pretension, with pseudoscience mimicking scientific rigor and pseudophilosophy offering false intellectual depth. He emphasizes the role of skeptics in combating such misinformation, invoking figures like Cicero and William Clifford to highlight the moral responsibility of rejecting unfounded claims. Read this article and find accompanying references at: https://skepticalinquirer.org/2024/12/its-all-bullshit-the-common-ground-between-pseudoscience-and-pseudophilosophy/ About the Author: Massimo Pigliucci is the...
2024-12-2308 min
Experible with Krati MehraMassimo Pigliucci: Mastering Life with Stoicism - From Core Principles to Modern Challenges and Personal GrowthIn this episode, I talk to Massimo Pigliucci and we dive into the ancient philosophy of Stoicism, uncovering its timeless wisdom and exploring its practical applications in today's world. Massimo shares his expert insights, personal experiences, and thoughtful guidance on how Stoicism can help us navigate modern complexities with grace and virtue. Whether you're a long-time Stoic enthusiast or new to the philosophy, this episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone seeking to enhance their personal growth and well-being.
Massimo Pigliucci is an author, blogger, podcaster, as well as the K.D. Irani Professor of...
2024-02-261h 29
Dr. John VervaekeAncient Wisdom, Modern Insights | Philosophy of Meditation #6 with Massimo PigliucciIn Episode 6 of the "Philosophy of Meditation" series, John Vervaeke and Rick Repetti discuss with guest Massimo Pigliucci how stoicism and meditation intertwine. Massimo, an acclaimed philosopher, delves into his transition from evolutionary biology to philosophy and Stoicism. The conversation covers key aspects of Stoicism, including the practice of mindfulness, attention (prosoche), and the Stoic approach to life's challenges. They discuss the parallels and differences between Stoic practices and Buddhist meditation, emphasizing the importance of rationality and judgment in Stoicism. The episode also touches on mindfulness in modern contexts, comparing it to classical practices, and concludes with Massimo sharing...
2024-02-0956 min
From The Green NotebookMassimo Pigliucci- Can Character Be Developed?Send us a textMassimo Pigliucci, author of The Quest for Character: What the Story of Socrates and Alcibiades Teaches Us About Our Search for Good Leaders, joins the show to answer a three thousand year old question: Are we born with good character or can we develop it? Professor Pigliucci and Joe discuss how the ancient Greeks and Romans approached character development and how and their ancient teachings can help us live better lives today. Prof. Pigliucci has a PhD in Evolutionary Biology from the University of Connecticut and a PhD in Philosophy from th...
2023-09-091h 03
Don't Panic! We're All Going to Die#24: How to Be a Stoic with Massimo PigliucciMassimo Pigliucci probably has more doctorate degrees than your favorite sports team has championships. After writing 16 books on Stoicism and Moral Philosophy, Pigliucci is considered one of the most prominent voices in Philosophy today. His book "How to Be a Stoic" was my gateway drug into Stoicism, a philosophy that would change my life, and today we take a deep dive into its waters.In today’s conversation we discuss what Stoicism is, why it’s important that we attempt to update the ideas for a modern audience, and why there’s no such thing as bad w...
2023-08-201h 00
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2023-05-1219 min
Perennial WisdomBest of Stoic Wisdom | Massimo Pigliucci, Donald Robertson, and William B. Irvine📩 Want daily meditations (and courses) on the art of living? Sign up for Perennial Meditations: https://perennial.substack.com/subscribe
In this episode, I’m sharing a few of my favorite clips on Stoic wisdom from my conversations with Massimo Pigliucci (author of The Quest for Character), Donald Robertson (author of How to Think Like a Roman Emperor), and William B. Irvine (author of The Stoic Challenge).
In the episode, you’ll hear,
Choosing a Philosophy of Life
The Wisdom of Impermanence
Compassion and Stoicism
The Discipline of Desire
What would Seneca do? and muc...
2023-05-1043 minPhilosophy For Our TimesHow to be a sceptic | Massimo PigliucciDo we believe things because they are true or because they are convenient?Looking for a link we mentioned? It's here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimesMassimo Pigliucci argues that adopting the principles of scientific and ethical scepticism can lead us to think and live better. We all like to think of ourselves as discerning people. But research shows that many of our firmly-held beliefs are in fact false. It's not enough to simply decry others' beliefs as nonsense, we must be just as sceptical about our own. Join renowned philosopher Massimo Pigliucci to...
2023-05-0227 minPhilosophy For Our TimesHow to be a sceptic | Massimo PigliucciDo we believe things because they are true or because they are convenient?Looking for a link we mentioned? It's here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimesMassimo Pigliucci argues that adopting the principles of scientific and ethical scepticism can lead us to think and live better. We all like to think of ourselves as discerning people. But research shows that many of our firmly-held beliefs are in fact false. It's not enough to simply decry others' beliefs as nonsense, we must be just as sceptical about our own. Join renowned philosopher Massimo Pigliucci to...
2023-05-0227 min
PhilosoFiMassimo Pigliucci on Virtue, The Neutrality of Money, and LeadershipWhat is character? Why is it important? James speaks with Professor Massimo Pigliucci about his new book The Quest for Character: What the Story of Socrates and Alcibiades Teaches Us About Our Search for Good Leaders. Alcibiades seemed to have it all - a magnetic personality, wealth, good looks, and more - but he lacked the most critical thing, character. Through the relationship of Socrates and Alicibaides, Massimo helps us better understand how we can lead an excellent life. Massimo Pigliucci is a Professor of Philosophy at the City College of New York. His books...
2023-03-0959 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life37. Robin Waterfield on EpictetusRob and Massimo talk to returning guest Robin Waterfield, who has recently released a new translation of Epictetus, The Complete Works: Handbook, Discourses, and Fragments. Learn about what made Epictetus a distinctive, yet traditional Stoic, as well as about the joys and perils of translating the ancient Greeks.
2023-01-1254 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life36. A graphic novel about Marcus AureliusRob and Massimo talk to Donald Robertson, the author of the graphic novel Verissimus: The Stoic Philosophy of Marcus Aurelius. What were the challenges of presenting history and philosophy in pictorial form? Was the emperor Hadrian really such a bad character? Why did Marcus appoint his son Commodus to succeed him? Join us for these and many other questions about Stoicism and how to write about it.
2022-12-0900 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life35. Stoicism and bullyingJoin Massimo and Rob for another episode of the "Philosophy as a Way of Life" podcast as they talk with returning guest Matt Sharpe on his new book: Stoicism, Bullying, and Beyond--How to Keep Your Head When Others Around You Have Lost Theirs and Blame You.
2022-11-101h 00
The Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations PodcastEpisode 115 Massimo Pigliucci onThe Quest for CharacterIn this week's episode, Dr. Massimo Pigliucci returns to the podcast to discuss the ongoing relevance and power of Greco-Roman philosophy to shape our character and way of life in the 21st century.
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2022-11-0554 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life34. The Quest for CharacterJoin Massimo and Rob for another episode of the "Philosophy as a Way of Life" podcast as they talk about Massimo's new book, The Quest for Character: What the Story of Socrates and Alcibiades Teaches Us about Our Search for Good Leaders.
2022-10-2859 min
Boundless Body RadioThe Quest For Character with Returning Guest Massimo Pigliucci! 359Send us a textCheck out our new Patreon page! Get access to the Boundless Body Radio Premium Podcast, with a new episode added every other week! Other perks include early releases of our episodes, extended video content, and group and one on one coaching!Prof. Massimo Pigliucci is a returning guest on our show! Be sure to check out his first appearance on Boundless Body Radio on episode 165, all about stoicism and philosophy! Prof. Massimo Pigliucci has a PhD in Evolutionary Biology from the University of Connecticut and a PhD in Philosophy from the...
2022-10-261h 01
Leigh Martinuzzi | Personal Development and Freedom Fulfilment Coach1055 Massimo Pigliucci – The Quest for CharacterThe Quest for Character Leigh Martinuzzi · 1055 Massimo Pigliucci – The Quest for Character What Socrates’s greatest failure reveals about an ancient question: Can we teach our leaders to be better people? In this episode, I speak with Massimo for the second time about his newest book, The Quest for Character. We aim to … Continue reading 1055 Massimo Pigliucci – The Quest for Character
2022-10-0900 min
Leigh Martinuzzi1055 Massimo Pigliucci – The Quest for CharacterThe Quest for Character Leigh Martinuzzi · 1055 Massimo Pigliucci – The Quest for Character What Socrates’s greatest failure reveals about an ancient question: Can we teach our leaders to be better people? In this episode, I speak with Massimo for the second time about his newest book, The Quest for Character. We aim to … Continue reading 1055 Massimo Pigliucci – The Quest for Character
2022-10-0900 min
Fief's PodcastHow to Be Good! With Massimo PigliucciHow to be good What a thrill to welcome Massimo Pigliucci to the podcast once again! His thoughts on moral philosophy, his direct speaking style and use of analogies always remind me of Epictetus – a hero we both admire. He also asks questions that give, well, pause. What is the function of a human being? What does it mean to be excellent? In 51 minutes of fascinating conversation, we explore these questions and other less-taken roads. Massimo’s new book launches next week, so we touched on that as well. The new...
2022-09-3051 min
Perennial WisdomMassimo Pigliucci | The Quest for CharacterIn this episode, my guest is Massimo Pigliucci, the author of the new book, The Quest for Character. Prof. Pigliucci has a PhD in Evolutionary Biology and a PhD in Philosophy. He currently is the K.D. Irani Professor of Philosophy at the City College of New York. His research interests include the philosophy of science, the nature of pseudoscience, and practical philosophies like Stoicism. You can learn more about Prof. Pigliucci at massimopigliucci.org.
In the conversation, Massimo and I discuss:
Whether virtue can be taught
How to define or think about virtue
Why we...
2022-09-2856 min
Seize the Moment PodcastMassimo Pigliucci - Socrates and the Stoic Quest for Character | STM Podcast #146On episode 146, we welcome Massimo Pigliucci to discuss the value of teaching ethics, human nature and the evolutionary origins of morality, the drawbacks of moral relativism, Socrates as the first psychotherapist, whether politicians should be taught philosophy or philosophers should become politicians, the importance of role models and good friends for cultivating virtue, seeking out inspiring scenarios, Socrates' degree of success in tutoring the morally bankrupt Alcibiades in moral philosophy, the is/ought gap in philosophy and why it doesn't preclude the creation of a universal system of ethics, Leon's relationship with Prof. Tim Stroup and why mentorship always...
2022-09-251h 00
Philosophy as a Way of Life33. Ten years of Modern StoicismRon and Massimo talk to Tim LeBon and John Sellars, two of the leading scholars behind the Modern Stoicism group, about the tenth anniversary of the organization that brings you Stoicon, Stoic Week, and much more. Modern Stoicism is a non-profit limited company, registered in the UK and run by a multidisciplinary team of volunteers. Its aims are to research and publish information on the application of Stoic philosophy to modern living for the benefit of the general public. Tim is a psychotherapist in the NHS and private practice and a lecturer and life coach. He has many years...
2022-09-2054 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life32. Skye Cleary on Simone de Beauvoir, existentialism and how to be authenticRob and Massimo chat with Skye Cleary, author of How to Be Authentic: Simone de Beauvoir and the Quest for Fulfillment. We talk about existentialism, authenticity, bad faith, and all sorts of other ideas relevant for an existential way of life. How to Be Authentic is a lively introduction to Simone de Beauvoir's philosophy of existentialism, as well as an exploration of the successes and failures that Beauvoir and other women have experienced in striving towards authenticity. Skye C. Cleary takes us through some of life’s major relationships and milestones: friendship; romantic love; marriage; children; and death, and ex...
2022-08-2657 min
unSILOed with Greg LaBlancIt’s Never Too Late To Examine Your Philosophy of Life feat. Massimo PigliucciWhen Greg found out that Massimo Pigliucci had a PhD in biology and a PhD in philosophy, he knew that this was somebody he had to get on the show.Massimo Pigliucci has a PhD in Evolutionary Biology from the University of Connecticut and a PhD in Philosophy from the University of Tennessee, and is currently the K.D. Irani Professor of Philosophy at the City College of New York. His research interests include the philosophy of science, the nature of pseudoscience, and practical philosophies like Stoicism and New Skepticism.At last count, Prof. Pigliucci h...
2022-08-011h 13
Philosophy as a Way of Life31. What does it mean to live philosophically?In this episode of the Philosophy as a Way of Life podcast Rob and Massimo talk to Caleb Cohoe, a Professor of Philosophy at Metropolitan State University of Denver who has recently co-authored two papers exploring what, exactly, it means to live philosophically. Is it all and only a matter of reason? Or do we need to train ourselves by way of spiritual exercises? Are religions just like life philosophies, or is there a difference? What would the Stoics or the Epicureans have to say about all this?
2022-07-251h 02
Philosophy as a Way of Life30. Stoicism for good times?!Rob and Massimo discuss the misconception that Stoicism is a philosophy helpful only during bad times. On the contrary, just like any philosophy of life, Stoicism is useful every day, no matter what the circumstances. Indeed, strictly speaking, from a Stoic perspective there are neither "good" nor "bad" times, but only times that can be handled well or badly, depending on our own judgment. Moreover, Stoicism isn't something that may be picked up right when a crisis hits, as it needs to be practiced ahead of time so that one is well prepared to handle the crisis. Otherwise, it...
2022-07-1555 min
Antidote Podcast#13 Massimo Pigliucci: Stoicismo, principi per una vita migliore❗️Se quest'episodio ti è piaciuto, lascia una recensione e condividilo con i tuoi amici!
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2022-06-1254 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life29. Stephen Angle on growing moral with ConfuciusRob and Massimo talk to Stephen Angle, author of Growing Moral: A Confucian Guide to Life. At its core, Confucianism describes a way for humans to live and grow together in our world--a way characterized at its best by joy, beauty, and harmony. Stephen's book builds a case for modern Confucianism as a way of life well worth the attention of reflective modern readers no matter their age, where they live, or the paths they've taken so far.
2022-06-101h 01
Philosophy as a Way of Life28. John Sellars on EpicureanismRob and Massimo talk to John Sellars, author of The Pocket Epicurean, about what modern audiences may find appealing about the Epicurean approach to life, and how it differs from other Greco-Roman philosophies, particularly Stoicism.
2022-05-1357 min
The One You FeedMassimo Pigliucci on How to Live a Happy Life
Massimo Pigliucci is a Professor of Philosophy at the City College of New York, former co-host of the Rationally Speaking Podcast, and former editor in chief for the online magazine Scientia Salon. His research interests include the philosophy of science, the relationship between science and philosophy, the nature of pseudoscience, and the practical philosophy of Stoicism. He’s the author and editor of many books, including the one discussed in this episode: A Field Guide to a Happy Life: 53 Brief Lessons for Living. In this episode, Eric and Massimo discuss what Stoicism teaches us about how to live...
2022-05-041h 02The One You FeedMassimo Pigliucci on How to Live a Happy Life
Massimo Pigliucci is a Professor of Philosophy at the City College of New York, former co-host of the Rationally Speaking Podcast, and former editor in chief for the online magazine Scientia Salon. His research interests include the philosophy of science, the relationship between science and philosophy, the nature of pseudoscience, and the practical philosophy of Stoicism. He’s the author and editor of many books, including the one discussed in this episode: A Field Guide to a Happy Life: 53 Brief Lessons for Living. In this episode, Eric and Massimo discuss what Stoicism teaches us about how to live...
2022-05-041h 02
Philosophy as a Way of Life27. Happy birthday, Marcus Aurelius!Join Rob and Massimo for a celebration of Marcus Aurelius' 1900th birthday. We talk about the passages in the Meditations that have most influenced our lives, ask whether Marcus persecuted Christians, why he didn't abolish slavery, and why on earth he picked Commodus to succeed him! [Episode extracted from a show formerly known as the Stoa Nova Conversations.]
2022-04-2659 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life26. Meghan Sullivan and Paul Blaschko on The Good Life MethodRob and Massimo have a chat with Meghan Sullivan and Paul Blaschko, authors of The Good Life Method: Reasoning through the big questions of happiness, faith, and meaning. We even get to talk about philosophers on Tik Tok...
2022-04-0858 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life25. Georges Dreyfus on Buddhism and StoicismRob and Massimo talk to Georges Dreyfus on the differences and surprising similarities between Buddhism and Stoicism. Learn about mindfulness, meditation, and why anger is a really bad idea.
2022-02-1859 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life24. Stoicism and loveRob and Massimo use the occasion of Valentine Day to chat about what the Stoics have to say about love, from eros to romantic love, from infatuation to mature relationships. Plus, a very practical guide for your Valentine date! [Episode extracted from a show formerly known as the Stoa Nova Conversations.]
2022-02-1459 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life23. Cicero's On Duties: personal ethics and political philosophyRob and Massimo talk about Cicero's On Duties, one of the most influential books on ethics and political philosophy of the entire western tradition. What is the relationship between what is virtuous and what is beneficial?
2022-01-1458 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life22. Richard Kraut on why one should be an AristotelianRob and Massimo talk to Northwestern University professor (and Rob's PhD advisor!) Richard Kraut about why one might want to consider adopting Aristotelianism as a philosophy of life.
2021-12-1059 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life21. Andi Sciacca & Greg Sadler on Stoicism and marriageRob and Massimo talk to married Stoic couple Andi Sciacca and Greg Sadler on what Stoicism teaches us about navigating marriage and other types of partnership.
2021-11-121h 00
Philosophy as a Way of Life20. Anthony Long on Epictetus and SocratesRob and Massimo talk to one of the foremost scholars of Stoicism, Anthony A. Long, about Epictetus, Socrates, and the Stoic concepts of freedom, god, and free will. [Episode extracted from a show formerly known as the Stoa Nova Conversations.]
2021-11-041h 02
Philosophy as a Way of Life19. Matthew Sharpe on Stoic virtue ethicsRob and Massimo talk with Matthew Sharpe, Associate Professor of Philosophy at Deakin University (Australia), about Stoic virtue ethics and how it differs from other philosophies of life. [Episode extracted from a show formerly known as the Stoa Nova Conversations.]
2021-10-281h 03Fief's PodcastLet's Talk About How To Live a Good Life! With Massimo PigliucciStaying in shape The Dutch press thinks Stoicism is being misused as modern-day self-help tripe. Massimo Pigliucci takes another view. He also knows how to tell science from bunk. He wrote the book on it. “Prove it!” he challenges. How could I NOT engage him in discussion?Massimo Pigliucci is a biologist, and a philosopher, a skeptic and a-theist who teaches philosophy at the City College of NY. He publishes extensively in evolutionary biology, ancient philosophy and the philosophy of science. Recent books from his pen include How to be a Stoic...
2021-10-2558 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life18. What is a philosophy of life, anyway?Rob and Massimo discuss the concept of a philosophy of life. What sort of activities count? Do we include religions? If one can engage in philosophy as a way of life, are there other ways of life that are non-philosophical?
2021-10-211h 01
Philosophy as a Way of Life17. Don Robertson on how to think like a Roman EmperorDonald Robertson and Massimo Pigliucci talk about the Stoic approach to death; Marcus Aurelius, the emperor-philosopher; and the relationship between therapy and philosophy conceived as the art of life. [Episode extracted from a show formerly known as the Stoa Nova Conversations.]
2021-10-141h 09
Philosophy as a Way of Life16. Liz Gloyn on Seneca and the FamilyRob and Massimo interview Liz Gloyn, author of The Ethics of the Family in Seneca. We talk about the radical approach of the Stoics to human relationships, the concepts of oikeiosis (appropriation of other people's concerns) and cosmopolitanism, and why Seneca was a far more innovative thinker than he is often given credit for. [Episode extracted from a show formerly known as the Stoa Nova Conversations.]
2021-10-0758 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life15. Chris Gill on Stoic ethics and environmentalismChris Gill and Massimo Pigliucci talk about the basics of Stoic ethics and wonder how it may hold up to modern challenges, such as the one posed by a deteriorating environment (short answer: pretty well!). [Episode extracted from a show formerly known as the Stoa Nova Conversations.]
2021-09-3058 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life14. Tim LeBon on the effectiveness of StoicismHosts Massimo Pigliucci and Rob Colter chat with cognitive and compassion focused therapist Tim LeBon about his research on the effectiveness of Stoicism as a path to a serene and happy life. [Episode extracted from a show formerly known as the Stoa Nova Conversations.]
2021-09-231h 00
Philosophy as a Way of Life13. Stoicism in prisonsRob and Massimo have a conversation on the use of Stoic philosophy in prisons. Rob talks about his firsthand experiences with inmates and how they react to, and learn from, philosophy.
2021-09-1654 minPerennial WisdomMassimo Pigliucci | Think Like a Stoic: Ancient Wisdom for Today’s WorldIn this episode, I speak to Massimo Pigliucci the author of many books on Stoicism from How to Be a Stoic, A Handbook for New Stoics, and A Field Guide to a Happy Life to name a few. Massimo is currently a Professor of Philosophy at the City College of New York. His research interests include the relationship between science and philosophy and the practical philosophy of Stoicism. Massimo also recently came out with a series of lectures through The Great Courses titled Think Like a Stoic: Ancient Wisdom for Today’s World. In the conversation, Massimo and...
2021-09-151h 05
Philosophy as a Way of Life12. Bill Irvine on The Stoic ChallengeBill Irvine, author of "The Stoic Challenge" joins Massimo for a conversation on how to turn adversity and setbacks into exercises in resilience. [Episode extracted from a show formerly known as the Stoa Nova Conversations.]
2021-09-091h 00
Philosophy as a Way of Life11. Eric Weiner and The Socrates ExpressRob Colter and Massimo Pigliucci talk to Eric Weiner, the author of The Socrates Express. In the book, Eric examines various philosophers and philosophies, but our conversation focuses on Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus, and a number of philosophical traditions close to Stoicism. [Episode extracted from a show formerly known as the Stoa Nova Conversations.]
2021-09-0254 minExistential Stoic PodcastA Field Guide to a Happy Life - with Massimo PigliucciSpecial guest, Massimo Pigliucci, joins Danny and Randy to discuss Stoicism and his recent book, A Field Guide to a Happy Life: 53 Brief Lessons for Living. In the main part of Field Guide, Massimo reimagines and updates Epictetus’ famous Enchiridion (or handbook). Listen now to learn about Massimo’s wonderful new book, A Field Guide to a Happy Life, and discover practical tools to help you live a better, happy life. Massimo Pigliucci has a PhD in Evolutionary Biology from the University of Connecticut and a PhD in Philosophy from the University of Tennessee. He curre...
2021-08-2951 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life10. Greg Sadler on misconceptions of StoicismGreg Sadler, editor of the Modern Stoicism blog, joins Massimo Pigliucci for a conversation on a number of common misconceptions of Stoic philosophy. [Episode extracted from a show formerly known as the Stoa Nova Conversations.]
2021-08-261h 03
Philosophy as a Way of Life9. Robin Waterfield on translating Marcus AureliusRob and Massimo talk to translator Robin Waterfield, author of Meditations: The Annotated Edition. We explore how a translator works, what challenges he encounters, and how the book affects him.
2021-08-1956 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life8. Stoicism and politicsRob and Massimo discuss the relationship between Stoicism and politics. The ancient Stoics were definitely involved in politics, and so should the modern ones. But how? [Episode extracted from a show formerly known as the Stoa Nova Conversations.]
2021-08-1258 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life7. Gretchen Reydams-Schils on Musonius RufusRob and Massimo talk to Gretchen Reydams-Schils, a Classics scholar and the author of the introduction to "That One Should Disdain Hardships," a collection of the writings of the Roman Stoic Musonius Rufus.
2021-08-0556 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life6. John Sellars on the art of livingJon Sellars, author of "Stoicism" and "The Art of Living," joins Massimo for a conversation on Stoicism as practical philosophy. [Episode extracted from a show formerly known as the Stoa Nova Conversations.]
2021-07-2959 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life5. William Stephens on Marcus Aurelius, philosopherRob and Massimo interview William Stephens, the author of Marcus Aurelius - A Guide for the Perplexed. We talk about Marcus' metaphysics, his often underappreciated abilities as a philosopher, and whether the character of Maximus in Gladiator was a Stoic-in-training. [Episode extracted from a show formerly known as the Stoa Nova Conversations.]
2021-07-221h 07
Philosophy as a Way of Life4. Michael Connell on Stoic comedyMassimo talks to Australian comedian Michael Connell about his unique brand of comedy, based on presenting Stoic ideas to a general public in a funny yet rigorous fashion. [Episode extracted from a show formerly known as the Stoa Nova Conversations.]
2021-07-1550 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life3. A Field Guide to a Happy LifeRob chats with Massimo about his latest book: A Field Guide to a Happy Life (Basic Books), which attempts to articulate a 21st century version of the Stoic philosophy of Epictetus. [Episode extracted from a show formerly known as the Stoa Nova Conversations.]
2021-07-0856 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life2. Greg Lopez, to hell with feelings?Gregory Lopez talks to Massimo about the Stoic treatment of emotions. Where the Stoics advocating the suppression of emotions and going through life with a stiff upper lip? No, not really. [Episode extracted from a show formerly known as the Stoa Nova Conversations.]
2021-07-0159 min
Philosophy as a Way of Life1. Nancy Sherman on ancient and modern Stoic wisdomRob and Massimo talk to Nancy Sherman, author of Stoic Wisdom: Ancient Lessons for Modern Resilience. We touch on the good and the bad of modern Stoicism, what the ancients got right (or not), and the complex relationship between Stoicism and the military. [Episode extracted from a show formerly known as the Stoa Nova Conversations.]
2021-06-241h 04
The Inquiring Mind Podcast5. Importance of Stoicism with Massimo PigliucciMassimo Pigliucci is the K.D. Irani Professor of Philosophy and Chair of the Department of Philosophy at The City College of New York. He holds a Ph.D. in Evolutionary Biology from the University of Connecticut and a Ph.D. in Philosophy from the University of Tennessee. He commonly publishes work in the New York Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, and numerous other publications. He is a Fellow of the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry and a Contributing Editor to the Skeptical Inquirer.
He has published over 180 technical papers on scientific and philosophic topics...
2021-04-161h 04
Power-Up With A Full Audiobook That Is Simply Captivating.Think like a Stoic by Massimo Pigliucci, The Great CoursesPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/162098to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Think like a Stoic
Author: Massimo Pigliucci, The Great Courses
Narrator: Professor Massimo Pigliucci
Format: mp3
Length: 11 hrs and 10 mins
Release date: 03-26-21
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 675 ratings
Genres: Greek & Roman
Publisher's Summary:
Distilled to its essence, the ancient Greco-Roman philosophy known as Stoicism is a philosophy of personal betterment. Professor Pigliucci, who knows firsthand just how transformative a Stoic approach to life can be, has designed these 25 lessons as an enlightening introduction to the basics of Stoic philosophy and ways to incorporate its lessons into your own...
2021-03-2611h 10
Provocative Enlightenment with Eldon TaylorHow To Be A Stoic With Prof. Massimo PigliucciWhenever we worry about what to eat, how to love, or simply how to be happy, we are worrying about how to lead a good life. No goal is more elusive. In How to Be a Stoic, philosopher Massimo Pigliucci offers Stoicism, the ancient philosophy that inspired the great emperor Marcus Aurelius, as the best way to attain it. Stoicism is a pragmatic philosophy that focuses our attention on what is possible and gives us perspective on what is unimportant. By understanding Stoicism, we can learn to answer crucial questions: Should we get married or divorced? How should we handle...
2021-02-0954 min
Provocative Enlightenment Radio21-0208-How to be a Stoic with Prof. Massimo PigliucciWhenever we worry about what to eat, how to love, or simply how to be happy, we are worrying about how to lead a good life. No goal is more elusive. In How to Be a Stoic, philosopher Massimo Pigliucci offers Stoicism, the ancient philosophy that inspired the great emperor Marcus Aurelius, as the best way to attain it. Stoicism is a pragmatic philosophy that focuses our attention on what is possible and gives us perspective on what is unimportant. By understanding Stoicism, we can learn to answer crucial questions: Should we get married or divorced? How should we...
2021-02-0852 min
The Social ExchangeHow To Be A Stoic: Massimo Pigliucci | Ep. 67Biologist, philosopher, author, and Stoic, Dr. Massimo Pigliucci discusses the wisdom behind living a stoic lifestyle. - - - - - - - - - - Welcome to episode 67! Today, Dr. Massimo Pigliucci tells Zach how he discovered stoicism and why he began practicing. They also discuss the history of stoicism as well as its practical applications, especially in dealing with novel situations like-- well, a global pandemic. Then they talk about the differences, as well as the overlap between, a stoic lifestyle and other practices such as mindfulness a...
2021-01-111h 04
El Estoico | Estoicismo en español#29 (2) How to be a Stoic in the 21st Century, with Massimo Pigliucci.Welcome to this super special episode of El Estoico podcast, episode number 29 and the last episode of 2020. Today I am immensely happy to bring you what has been the most incredible interview I have done so far, because of the importance of the guest: the Stoic, writer and professor of Philosophy Massimo Pigliucci. Massimo Pigliucci is Professor of Philosophy at the City College of New York, and is well known for being the author of numerous books on Stoicism, including "How to be a Stoic" and "Live like a Stoic" ....
2020-12-231h 03
El Estoico | Estoicismo en español#29 - Massimo Pigliucci: Cómo ser un estoico en el Siglo XXIBienvenido y bienvenida a este episodio súper especial del podcast de El Estoico, episodio número 29 patrocinado por la editorial Reverté Management, y último episodio del año 2020. Hoy estoy inmensamente feliz de poder traerte la que ha sido la entrevista más increíble que he hecho nunca, por la importancia del invitado: el Estoico, escritor y profesor de filosofía Massimo Pigliucci. Por si no sabes quién es, Massimo Pigliucci es Profesor de Filosofía en el City College de Nueva York, y es muy conocido por ser autor de...
2020-12-2155 min
El Estoico | Estoicismo en español#29 - Massimo Pigliucci: Cómo ser un estoico en el Siglo XXIBienvenido y bienvenida a este episodio súper especial del podcast de El Estoico, episodio número 29 patrocinado por la editorial Reverté Management, y último episodio del año 2020.
Hoy estoy inmensamente feliz de poder traerte la que ha sido la entrevista más increíble que he hecho nunca, por la importancia del invitado: el Estoico, escritor y profesor de filosofía Massimo Pigliucci.
Por si no sabes quién es, Massimo Pigliucci es Profesor de Filosofía en el City College de Nueva York, y es muy conocido por ser autor de numerosos libros de Estoicismo, entre los que destac...
2020-12-2155 min
PeacemindedlyA Field Guide to a Happy and Peaceful Life: Massimo PigliucciMassimo Pigliucci is the K.D. Irani Professor of Philosophy at the City College of New York. Massimo has written, or edited more than thirteen book, co-hosted of the Rationally Speaking Podcast, and was the editor-in-chief for the online magazine Scientia Salon. He will talk with Sara Jamshidi about Stoicism: a philosophy designed to make us more resilient, happier, more virtuous and more wise–and as a result, better people. A Field Guide to a Happy Life With its lessons for resilience in the face of hardship, ancient Stoicism is beginning to seem lik...
2020-10-0155 min
Freedom Pact | Joseph and Lewis#120: Massimo Pigliucci - Stoicism, Decision-Making Like Marcus Aurelius, Dying Young & Memento MoriToday on the show, we are joined by Professor Massimo Pigliucci.
Massimo is the professor of Philosophy at the city college of New York. Massimo holds a PhD in evolutionary biology, is a best-selling author and has written in a number of books including How To Be A Stoic and Massimo’s latest book a field guide to a good life - 53 brief reasons for living.
In this episode today, expect to jump into a time machine and go back a couple of thousand of years. Stoicism, we’ve all heard of it but it’s become this fancy term that n...
2020-09-1159 min
Future Squared with Steve GlaveskiRebroadcast: Focus on What You Can Control with Massimo PigliucciIn this special rebroadcast episode, we go back into the archives for a conversation on the philosophy of Stoicism, and on focusing on what you can control - something of central importance in these trying times of COVID-19. Massimo Pigliucci is a Professor of Philosophy at the City University of New York. His research is concerned with philosophy of science, the relationship between science and philosophy, and the nature of pseudoscience. He received a Doctorate in Genetics from the University of Ferrara in Italy, a PhD in Botany from the University of Connecticut, and a...
2020-09-101h 05Future² - Corporate Innovation and EntrepreneurshipRebroadcast: Focus on What You Can Control with Massimo PigliucciIn this special rebroadcast episode, we go back into the archives for a conversation on the philosophy of Stoicism, and on focusing on what you can control - something of central importance in these trying times of COVID-19. Massimo Pigliucci is a Professor of Philosophy at the City University of New York. His research is concerned with philosophy of science, the relationship between science and philosophy, and the nature of pseudoscience. He received a Doctorate in Genetics from the University of Ferrara in Italy, a PhD in Botany from the University of Connecticut, and a...
2020-09-101h 05
Modern Stoicism PodcastMassimo Pigliucci, and the Premeditation of AdversityIn our second full episode, I talk to Massimo Pigliucci about the premeditation of adversity.Massimo is a professor of philosophy at The City College of New York, an author, and a podcaster.Check out Massimo Pigliucci at:Website: https://massimopigliucci.com/Twitter: @mpigliucciMedium: https://medium.com/@MassimoPigliucciCheck out our Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/modernstoicismMusic in this episode was provided by bensound.com
2020-07-1056 min
Singularity.FMMassimo Pigliucci: Accompany science and technology with philosophyI have previously interviewed a few fantastic scientists and philosophers but rare are those strange birds who manage to combine together both deep academic training and the living ethos of those separate disciplines. Prof. Massimo Pigliucci is one of those very rare and strange people. He has 3 Ph.D.’s – Genetics, Evolutionary Biology, and Philosophy, and is also the author of 165 technical papers in both science and philosophy as well as a number of books on Stoic Philosophy, including the best selling How to Be A Stoic: Using Ancient Philosophy to Live a Modern Life.
During this 80 min interview with Mass...
2020-04-301h 20
Soapbox RedemptionEpisode 5: Massimo Pigliucci on Stoicism and Some Big QuestionsThis episode features a conversation with Massimo Pigliucci and may very well be my favorite podcast to date. Besides Massimo being a prominent philosopher and writer on many of the big questions, his writing and speaking on Stoicism has had a profound influence on me personally. With that, he was also gracious enough to moderate a discussion between myself and my co-author Adam Lee. Outside all his accomplishments as a scientist, philosopher, author, educator, and communicator, he's incredibly down to earth.
Massimo holds a PhD in Evolutionary Biology from the University of Connecticut and a PhD in P...
2020-03-311h 31
Isra García podcast - Descodificando los Límites del Potencial HumanoMassimo Pigliucci: How to Live Like a Stoic and Master Yourself Through Virtue, Wisdom, and Clarity - podcast #111What does it really mean to live like a Stoic in today’s chaotic world? In this thought-provoking episode of the Disrupt Everything Podcast Series, Isra García interviews philosopher and scientist Massimo Pigliucci, one of the world’s most influential voices in modern Stoicism.Learn how the timeless wisdom of Epictetus, Marcus Aurelius, Seneca and Zeno can help you master your emotions, focus your mind, thrive under pressure, and live a virtuous, fulfilling life — from the inside out.“With Stoicism, people get less angry.” – Massimo Pigliucci“When you carry a Stoic life, you end up paying m...
2020-01-231h 14
The Primalosophy Podcast#45 - Massimo PigliucciMassimo Pigliucci is the K.D. Irani Professor of Philosophy at the City College of New York. His scholarly interests are in the philosophy of science and the nature of pseudoscience. He studies and practices modern Stoicism.
Pigliucci is a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science and of the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry. He has written for Skeptical Inquirer, Philosophy Now, and The Philosophers' Magazine, among others. His op-eds have appeared in the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal and other major outlets.
He publishes essays on Stoicism and other...
2020-01-131h 17
The Dawdler's PhilosophyE33: Massimo Pigliucci's Hard Problems - Multi-Level Selection & Cultural EvolutionTimes change and the recent past can sometimes become obsolete as the gaze of the mainstream world focuses on its new moment. But it wasn’t long ago when Richard Dawkins was calling for “militant atheism” and Dubya Bush stood on an aircraft carrier in front of a banner that read “Mission Accomplished”. Heck, there was a time when the 90’s did a collective eye roll at the 80’s. Tigers once roamed Ireland’s economy and it was *Columbia* that was unstable while Venezuela was a working democracy.
In this episode, Ryan brings to the table a recent exchange...
2019-06-231h 19
Future² - Corporate Innovation and EntrepreneurshipEpisode #151: Massimo Pigliucci on How to be a StoicMassimo Pigliucci is a Professor of Philosophy at the City University of New York. His research is concerned with philosophy of science, the relationship between science and philosophy, and the nature of pseudoscience. He received a Doctorate in Genetics from the University of Ferrara in Italy, a PhD in Botany from the University of Connecticut, and a PhD in Philosophy from the University of Tennessee. He has published over a hundred technical papers and several books. Prof. Pigliucci has been awarded the prestigious Dobzhansky Prize from the Society for the Study of Evolution. He has b...
2017-06-101h 06Future Squared with Steve GlaveskiEpisode #151: Massimo Pigliucci on How to be a StoicMassimo Pigliucci is a Professor of Philosophy at the City University of New York. His research is concerned with philosophy of science, the relationship between science and philosophy, and the nature of pseudoscience. He received a Doctorate in Genetics from the University of Ferrara in Italy, a PhD in Botany from the University of Connecticut, and a PhD in Philosophy from the University of Tennessee. He has published over a hundred technical papers and several books. Prof. Pigliucci has been awarded the prestigious Dobzhansky Prize from the Society for the Study of Evolution. He has b...
2017-06-101h 06
Serious Inquiries OnlyAS36: Scientism, with Massimo Pigliucci, Part 2In this episode we finish off the interview with the great Massimo Pigliucci. There’s much more back and forth in this part, which was a lot of fun for me. We discuss Sam Harris and how exactly we make moral decisions. After that, I have a lot to say on the entire interview. I think … Continue reading AS36: Scientism, with Massimo Pigliucci, Part 2 → The post AS36: Scientism, with Massimo Pigliucci, Part 2 appeared first on Atheistically Speaking.
2014-05-291h 08Serious Inquiries OnlyAS35: Scientism, with Massimo PigliucciAt long last, the interview with Massimo Pigliucci! First, we discuss a recent article by Massimo regarding Neil DeGrasse Tyson’s dismissal and contempt for philosophy. This article can be found on his new “webzine” here: http://scientiasalon.wordpress.com/2014/05/12/neil-degrasse-tyson-and-the-value-of-philosophy/ Also, his twitter handle is @mpigliucci After that, we begin the discussion on scientism and the New Atheists. That … Continue reading AS35: Scientism, with Massimo Pigliucci → The post AS35: Scientism, with Massimo Pigliucci appeared first on Atheistically Speaking.
2014-05-2654 min
Point of InquiryMassimo Pigliucci - Living PhilosophicallyHost: Chris Mooney
Our guest this week is a return guest of the show, Massimo Pigliucci.
We last heard about his book Nonsense on Stilts, which was about how to distinguish between science and pseudoscience. But his newest effort is in some ways even more ambitious.
It's called Answers for Aristotle: How Science and Philosophy Can Lead Us to a More Meaningful Life. And in it, Pigliucci lays out an approach that he calls "sci-phi." It involves assessing the science of an issue—like, say, the biology of romance—and then also weighing an arr...
2012-10-0243 minPoint of InquiryMassimo Pigliucci - Living PhilosophicallyHost: Chris Mooney
Our guest this week is a return guest of the show, Massimo Pigliucci.
We last heard about his book Nonsense on Stilts, which was about how to distinguish between science and pseudoscience. But his newest effort is in some ways even more ambitious.
It's called Answers for Aristotle: How Science and Philosophy Can Lead Us to a More Meaningful Life. And in it, Pigliucci lays out an approach that he calls "sci-phi." It involves assessing the science of an issue—like, say, the biology of romance—and then also weighing an arr...
2012-10-0243 min