Description (podcaster-provided):
The Wisdom for Life show discusses Practical Philosophy – ideas, insights, and practices from philosophical traditions that can be applied to live happier, more intentional, and more productive lives.
Join your hosts as they dive deep into the well of wisdom for your everyday benefit.
Themes and summary (AI-generated based on podcaster-provided show and episode descriptions):
➤ Practical philosophy • Stoicism • Truth and knowledge • Ethics and moral dilemmas • Relationships and community • Existentialism • Anxiety and fear management • Autonomy and connection • Historical and contemporary issues
This podcast, titled "Wisdom for Life," explores practical philosophy and its application to living more intentional, meaningful, and productive lives. The show is co-hosted by Dan Hayes and Greg Sadler, who engage in discussions that draw from a range of philosophical traditions and texts. A recurring theme is Stoicism, both in theory and practice, addressing misconceptions about the philosophy and exploring its relevance to contemporary issues such as mental health, pain management, and maintaining relationships.
Existentialism is another significant area of focus, with discussions on concepts like freedom, responsibility, and authenticity. The podcast often delves into moral and ethical dilemmas, including those found on social media forums like Reddit. Episodes explore the nature of truth, how society discerns it, and the implications of a "marketplace of ideas."
The content also addresses psychological and emotional well-being, featuring practices like negative visualization and resilience-building drawn from Stoic philosophy. Other philosophical issues tackled include the paradox of choice, the balance of autonomy and connection in relationships, and the ethics of lying and speech. In addressing current societal matters, the podcast examines themes such as protest, policing, and the social contract, incorporating insights from both classical and contemporary thinkers.
Additionally, the show periodically features guests who contribute their expertise, offering diverse perspectives on how philosophical ideas can be integrated into everyday life. The overarching goal of this podcast is to provide listeners with philosophical insights and practical tools that may help them navigate their personal and social challenges more effectively.
Episodes:
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Being Caught In The Gaze
2021-Oct-27
59 minutes
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Stoicism, Concern, and Care
2021-Oct-25
59 minutes
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AITA Cases Revisited
2021-Oct-20
59 minutes
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Truth, Society and The Marketplace of Ideas
2021-Oct-18
59 minutes
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The Topic of Truth Take Two
2021-Oct-15
59 minutes
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The Meaning of Truth
2021-Jun-21
59 minutes
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Memory and Truth
2021-Jun-02
59 minutes
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Studying Philosophy Outside of Academia
2021-May-17
59 minutes
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Stoicism, Pain, Mental Health, and Lived Philosophy (featuring special guest Matt Van Natta)
2021-Apr-25
59 minutes
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Marcus Aurelius' Meditations - Stoic Ideas and Practices
2021-Apr-13
59 minutes
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Living a Meaningful Life
2021-Apr-03
59 minutes
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One Year In To The Show
2021-Mar-17
59 minutes
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Philosophy As A Way Of Life (With John Sellars)
2021-Feb-15
59 minutes
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AITA Posts As Everyday Moral Dilemmas
2021-Feb-04
59 minutes
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Asymmetric Knowledge Problems
2021-Jan-25
59 minutes
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The Paradox of Choice
2020-Dec-09
59 minutes
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Doing Well in a Polarized Society
2020-Nov-10
59 minutes
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Professional Sports, Fandom, and A Rational Life
2020-Oct-20
59 minutes
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The Season of Stoicism
2020-Oct-05
59 minutes
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What Else We Can Learn From Thought Experiments
2020-Sep-15
59 minutes
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What We Can Learn From Thought Experiments
2020-Sep-08
59 minutes
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A Deeper Dive into Negative Visualization
2020-Aug-24
59 minutes
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Hitting the 20-Episode Milestone and Answering Listener Questions
2020-Aug-12
59 minutes
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Free Speech: From Rights to Responsibility
2020-Aug-04
59 minutes
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Giving In To Doing The Wrong Thing
2020-Jul-20
59 minutes
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Pitfalls to Labelling People Good or Bad
2020-Jul-12
59 minutes
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What Is Stoicism?
2020-Jul-04
59 minutes
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Work, The Future, and Meaning
2020-Jul-04
59 minutes
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Freedom, Facticity, and Existentialism
2020-Jul-04
59 minutes
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The Social Contract Today
2020-Jul-04
59 minutes
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Protests and Policing
2020-Jul-04
59 minutes
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Technology and the Good Life
2020-Jul-04
59 minutes
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Is Lying Ever Good?
2020-Jul-04
59 minutes
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Circles of Care and Concern
2020-Jul-04
59 minutes
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Balancing Autonomy and Connection
2020-Jul-04
59 minutes
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The Stockdale Paradox
2020-Jul-04
59 minutes
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What Is Resiliency?
2020-Jul-04
59 minutes
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What Makes Relationships Good
2020-Jul-04
59 minutes
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Setting and Maintaining Boundaries
2020-Jul-04
59 minutes
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Defining What's Good and What's Bad
2020-Jul-04
59 minutes
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Dealing With Fear During A Crisis
2020-Jun-20
59 minutes
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Philosophy as a Way of Life
2020-Jun-20
59 minutes
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Why It's Good To Give
2020-Jun-20
118 minutes
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