In this episode, my guest is David Fideler the author of Breakfast with Seneca: A Stoic Guide to the Art of Living . David’s studied ancient religions and philosophies, the history of science, and holds a Ph.D. in philosophy and intellectual history. In the conversation, David and I discuss: The life of Seneca Cultivating friendship Navigating hardships Overcoming fear and anxiety Wisdom and much more Connect with David Fideler: Homepage: davidfideler.com/ Follow In Search of Wisdom: Twitter: tw...
Jan 23, 2022•57 min•Ep. 55
In this episode, my guest is Carl McColman the author of Eternal Heart: The Mystical Path to a Joyful Life . Carl is a contemplative writer, speaker, and teacher. He is the author of numerous books, including The Big Book of Christian Mysticism , Answering the Contemplative Call , and Unteachable Lessons to name a few. In the conversation, Carl and I discuss: The meaning of mysticism Exploring various traditions The spiritual path The wisdom of silence and much more Connect with Carl McColman: a...
Jan 18, 2022•46 min•Ep. 54
In this episode, my guests are Meghan Sullivan and Paul Blaschko the authors of the new book The Good Life Method: Reasoning Through the Big Questions of Happiness, Faith, and Meaning . Meghan Sullivan is the Wilsey Family College Professor in Philosophy at the University of Notre Dame, director of the God and the Good Life Program, and director of the Notre Dame Institute for Advanced Study. Paul Blaschko is an assistant teaching professor in philosophy at the University of Notre Dame. He head...
Jan 11, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 53
In this episode, my guest is Donald Robertson the author of How to Think Like a Roman Emperor as well as a forthcoming graphic novel titled Verissimus: The Stoic Philosophy of Marcus Aurelius available for preorder. Donald is a writer, cognitive-behavioral psychotherapist, and trainer. He specializes in teaching evidence-based psychological skills and is known as an expert on the relationship between modern psychotherapy (CBT) and classical Greek and Roman philosophy. In the conversation, Donald...
Jan 06, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 52
In this episode, my guest is Professor Shimon Edelman the author of Life, Death, and Other Inconvenient Truths: A Realist’s View of the Human Condition . Shimon is a professor at Cornell University and is interested in all aspects of mind, brain, behavior, and the human condition. At Cornell, Prof. Edelman works on behavioral, neural, evolutionary, and computational aspects of language, vision, consciousness, and happiness. In the conversation, Shimon and I discuss: Ambition Anxiety Uncertainty ...
Jan 04, 2022•57 min•Ep. 51
In this episode, my guest is Kevin Griffin. Kevin is a long-time meditation teacher and best known as the author of One Breathe at a Time . He also has a daily reader that I’m really enjoying called Buddhism and the Twelve Steps Daily Reflections . Kevin is a longtime Buddhist practitioner and 12 Step participant, he is a leader in the mindful recovery movement and one of the founders of the Buddhist Recovery Network. In the conversation, Kevin and I discuss: The search for wisdom The wisdom of ...
Dec 22, 2021•46 min•Ep. 50
In this episode, I speak to Dr. Karen Swallow Prior the author of On Reading Well: Finding the Good Life through Great Books . Karen is a Research Professor of English and Christianity and Culture at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Her writing has appeared at Christianity Today , The Atlantic , The Washington Post , First Things , Vox , Relevant , Think Christian , The Gospel Coalition, Religion News Service, Books and Culture, and other places. In the conversation, Karen and I discus...
Dec 15, 2021•45 min•Ep. 49
Welcome and thank you for listening! In today’s episode, I am sharing a short reflection from The PERENNIAL Podcast another show we produce at the Perennial Leader Project . In addition to sharing this reflection with you. I wanted to announce that season two of PERENNIAL is starting just after the new year and it will be all about The Wisdom of Seneca. I’ll be taking a deep dive into Seneca’s writing and connecting with a few guests to discuss the wisdom of Seneca. If that sounds interesting, p...
Dec 13, 2021•6 min•Ep. 48
In this episode, I speak to Catherine Wilson the author of How to Be an Epicurean: The Ancient Art of Living Well . Catherine received her Ph.D. in philosophy from Princeton University and has taught at universities in the US, Canada, and Europe. Her research is focused on the relationship between the natural and social sciences and classical philosophical problems in the following areas: the history of atomism and materialism; theories of life and sensory awareness; visuality and aesthetics, an...
Dec 08, 2021•50 min•Ep. 47
In this episode, I speak to Lodro Rinzler the author of Take Back Your Mind: Buddhist Advice for Anxious Times . Lodro’s work has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, Good Morning America, CBS, and NBC. He is the author of seven meditation books including The Buddha Walks into a Bar and is the co-founder of MNDFL meditation studios in New York City. Lodro has taught meditation for 20 years in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition and travels frequently for his boo...
Dec 01, 2021•46 min•Ep. 46
In this episode, I am sharing a portion of the conversation we had with Kristi Nelson the author of Wake Up Grateful: The Transformative Practice of Taking Nothing for Granted . Kristi has spent most of her adult life in non-profit leadership, fundraising, and organizational development. In a wide variety of roles, she has helped to lead, fund, and strengthen organizations committed to progressive social and spiritual change. In this portion of the conversation, Kristi provides an important dist...
Nov 25, 2021•10 min•Ep. 45
In this episode, I speak to Susan Liautaud the author of The Power of Ethics: How to Make Good Choices in a Complicated World . Susan is the founder and managing director of Susan Liautaud & Associates Limited, which advises clients from global corporations to NGOs on complex ethics matters. She teaches cutting-edge ethics courses at Stanford and has a forthcoming book titled: The Little Book of Big Ethical Questions . In the conversation, Susan and I discuss: The Power of Ethics Avoiding pe...
Nov 24, 2021•51 min•Ep. 44
In this episode, I speak to Andrew Lynn the author of the book Classic Philosophy for the Modern Man . Andrew is a lawyer, writer, and author of the ‘Classics for the Modern Man’ series. His mission as a writer is to draw upon classic texts and traditional wisdom in order to help us answer the most profound questions that we face as human beings. The Classics for the Modern Man series include Classic Spirituality , Classic Political Philosophy , and Classic Ethics . In the conversation, Andrew a...
Nov 17, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 43
In this episode, I speak to Simon Drew the author of the new book The Poet & The Sage . Simon is a poet, musician, photographer, and philosophical mentor. He is someone that I’ve listened to many times over the years through The Practical Stoic podcast which has now transformed into The Walled Garden . In the conversation, Simon and I discuss: The Poet & The Sage Searching for wisdom How to find our passion Cultivating alignment in our lives Where to begin a path to wisdom and much more ...
Nov 10, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 42
In this episode, I speak to Benjamin Lipscomb the author of the new book The Women are Up to Something: How Elizabeth Anscombe, Philippa Foot, Mary Midgley, and Iris Murdoch Revolutionized Ethics . Benjamin is a professor of philosophy, specializes in contemporary ethical theory, the history of philosophy (particularly the history of ethics), legal interpretation, town planning, and Christian worship. His overarching concern, across all these areas, is with issues of character formation. In the ...
Nov 03, 2021•55 min•Ep. 41
In this episode, I speak to Dr. Brian Russell the author of the new book Centering Prayer: Sitting Quietly in God’s Presence Can Change Your Life . Brian is an award-winning professor of biblical studies and a transformational coach for pastors and spiritually-minded professionals. He is also the host of the Deep Dive Spirituality Conversations podcast. In the conversation, Brian and I discuss: The Practice of Centering Prayer The Power of Sitting Quietly The Obstacles to Sitting in Silence Humi...
Oct 27, 2021•58 min•Ep. 40
In this episode, I speak to Lyanda Lynn Haupt the author of the new book Rooted: Life at the Crossroads of Science, Nature, and Spirit . Lyanda is an award-winning author, naturalist, ecophilosopher, and speaker whose writing is at the forefront of the movement to connect people with nature in their everyday lives. In the conversation, Lyanda and I discuss: Eco-Philosophy Crossroads of Science, Nature, and Spirit The Power of Solitude Wisdom and Love The Practice of Memento Mori and much more Co...
Oct 20, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 39
In this episode, I speak to Dr. Michael Ward the author of the new book After Humanity: A Guide to C.S. Lewis’s The Abolition of Man . Michael is a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Oxford, and Professor of Apologetics at Houston Baptist University. You can learn more about Michael and his work at michaelward.net . If you purchase After Humanity through the publisher Word on Fire you’ll also receive a companion edition of Lewis’s The Abolition of Man. In the conversation, Michael and I...
Oct 13, 2021•52 min•Ep. 38
In this episode, I speak to Dr. Beverly Lanzetta the author of many books from A New Silence , The Monk Within , and Sacred Seasons (a new daily reader). Beverly is a theologian, spiritual teacher, and the author of many groundbreaking books on global spirituality and new monasticism. In the conversation, Beverly and I discuss: Searching for Wisdom A New Silence Seeking Truth The Practice of Humility and much more Connect with Beverly Lanzetta: Homepage: beverlylanzetta.net/ Instagram: instagra...
Oct 06, 2021•51 min•Ep. 37
In this episode, I speak to Oliver Burkeman the author of the new book Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals . Oliver is a great writer, and this book is no exception. In the conversation, Oliver and I discuss: What makes Four Thousand Weeks different from other books on time management The productivity trap Why it’s difficult to find time for the meaningful tasks in our life The importance of patience Why accepting our mortality leads us to make wise decisions Living in uncertainty a...
Sep 22, 2021•52 min•Ep. 36
In 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: Anci...
Sep 15, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 35
In this episode, I speak to Matthew Barzun the author of The Power of Giving Away Power: How the Best Leaders Learn to Let Go . Matthew is a former US Ambassador to the United Kingdom and Sweden and served as President Obama’s National Finance Chair. He has always been fascinated with how we can stand out and fit in at the same time. In the conversation, Matthew and I discuss: The constellation mindset Downsides of the traditional pyramid mindset The importance of broadening our perspective Why ...
Sep 08, 2021•54 min•Ep. 34
In this episode, I speak to Kai Whiting the co-author of Being Better: Stoicism for a World Worth Living In . Kai is a researcher and lecturer in sustainability and Stoicism based at the Université Catholique de Louvain, Belgium. His main research interests are how to better account for resource use and the practical application of Stoic philosophy to the challenges of the 21st century. In the conversation, Kai and I discuss: Sustainability and Stoicism Success and letting go of the outcome Why ...
Sep 01, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 33
In this episode, I speak to Steven Nadler the author of Think Least of Death: Spinoza on How to Live and How to Die . Professor Nadler’s research focuses on philosophy in the seventeenth century and he’s written extensively on Spinoza. Steven also has a new book coming out called When Bad Thinking Happens to Good People . In the conversation, Steven and I discuss: How to define wisdom The connection between wisdom and other virtues The philosophy of Spinoza How to think about death Living the go...
Aug 25, 2021•41 min•Ep. 32
In this episode, I speak to Jonathan Gustin. Jonathan is a psychotherapist, meditation teacher, and founder of the Purpose Guide Institute . He has taught at the California Institute of Integral Studies, Kaiser Permanente, Green Gulch Zen Center, Spirit Rock Meditation Center, Open Circle, Bay Area Integral, and The Nondual Wisdom & Mental Health Conference. In the conversation, Jonathan and I discuss: Discovering your soul-level purpose How we grow into our purpose Navigating our inner voic...
Aug 21, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 31
In this episode, I speak to Tony Martignetti the Founder of Inspired Purpose Coaching , author of Climbing the Right Mountain , and host of The Virtual Campfire podcast. Tony is a leadership coach, entrepreneur, idea generator, people connector, and a curious adventurer. He integrates practical experience, formal training, and extreme curiosity, to elevate leaders and equip them with the tools to navigate change. In the conversation, Tony and I discuss: The power of purpose How to redefine succe...
Aug 16, 2021•38 min•Ep. 30
In this episode, I speak to Julian Baggini the author of The Great Guide: What David Hume Can Teach Us on Being Human and Living Well and How the World Thinks: A Global History of Philosophy . Julian is a philosopher, writer, and author of more than 20 books covering a wide range of topics. In the conversation, Julian and I discuss: What we can learn from David Hume How to be open minded The limits of human understanding The wisdom of experience Perception of mind and much more Connect with Juli...
Aug 11, 2021•49 min•Ep. 29
On this weekend edition of the podcast, we reflect on an excerpt from Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl. The episode discusses the timeless principle of letting go of the outcome and how it can lead us towards a meaningful life. Follow In Search of Wisdom: Twitter: twitter.com/searchofwisdom Instagram: instagram.com/searchofwisdompodcast Sign-up for The PATH our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom). Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe...
Aug 08, 2021•4 min•Ep. 28
In this episode, I speak to Julie Lythcott-Haims the author of Your Turn: How to Be an Adult . Julie is also the author of the New York Times bestseller How to Raise an Adult , a book on overparenting (with a popular TED Talk on the topic), and Real American: A Memoir . Julie believes in humans and is deeply interested in what gets in our way. Her work encompasses writing, speaking, mentoring, and activism. In the conversation, Julie and I discuss: Vulnerability and confidence Planning and flexi...
Aug 04, 2021•55 min•Ep. 27
On this weekend edition of In Search of Wisdom, we look to Marcus Aurelius for wisdom. In this podcast, Joshua reflects on a short passage from Meditations (4.49) and discusses how to think about hardship and the impermanence of distress. Follow In Search of Wisdom: Twitter: twitter.com/searchofwisdom Instagram: instagram.com/searchofwisdompodcast Sign-up for The PATH our free newsletter (short reflections on wisdom). Get full access to Perennial Meditations at perennial.substack.com/subscribe...
Aug 01, 2021•4 min•Ep. 26
