Seneca on Desire, Wealth and Gratitude
In this episode Simon breaks down the important lessons on desire, wealth and gratitude found in verse 6 of Seneca’s second epistle. For coaching with Simon go to simonjedrew.com/coaching/ To support the show on Patreon go to patreon.com/simonjedrew/
Seneca’s Daily Learning Habit
In this episode Simon reflects on one of Seneca’s daily learning habits which can help any student of philosophy to better digest specific lessons and ideas. Quote mentioned in the episode: Epistle 2:4-5
Seneca on Learning Wisely
What is the best way to learn how to think? How can one effectively gain wisdom through study? In this episode Simon Drew discusses Seneca’s theory of learning wisely and gives examples from his own life where this theory has applied. Quote mentioned: Seneca’s Epistles 2:2 To support the Practical Stoic Podcast go to patreon.com/simonjedrew/
Neil Cowley | The Creative Process and a Musician’s Purpose
Neil Cowley is an English jazz pianist and composer. He has also released music as part of Fragile State, the Green Nuns of the Revolution, and the Neil Cowley Trio. With his trio, he appeared on Later… with Jools Holland in April 2008 and won the 2007 BBC Jazz Award for best album for Displaced. He has a diverse discography […]
Seneca on the Sign of a Well-Ordered Mind
In this episode Simon Drew discusses a single passage from Seneca’s second epistle where he makes a suggestion about the sign of a well-ordered mind. Quote mentioned in this episode: Seneca’s Epistle 2:1 To support the podcast and receive exclusive episodes like this you can visit patreon.com/simonjedrew/
Prof. Joseph Siracusa | Australia and the World
In this episode Simon discusses Australian modern history as it relates to war, international politics, and diplomacy, as well as Australia’s current position leading into the future. Prof. Joseph Siracusa is Professor of Political History and International Diplomacy at Curtin University. Born and raised in Chicago and a long time resident of Australia, Joseph studied at the […]
Seneca on Time & Death
In this episode Simon dives into three verses from Seneca’s first epistle which grapple with the complexities of time and death. Seneca’s ideas around death and the value of our time are not only inspiring, but they are also deeply thought provoking and practical. After listening to this episode consider consulting with yourself about the […]
Seneca on Communing with the Divine
In this episode Simon Drew continues his series on Seneca’s writings and breaks down his favourite passage from Seneca’s “Consolation to Helvia”. This passage paints a beautiful picture of Seneca’s feelings about his cosmic home, and with just the right mix of philosophy, theology, and literary finesse, it inspires us to nurture our sense of […]
Who was Seneca and Why Should We Study Him?
In this series, join Simon Drew as he dives deep into the writings of Lucius Annaeus Seneca – the renowned Stoic philosopher, politician, and playwright. In this episode Simon gives a brief overview of Seneca’s life, and he sets the scene for the episodes to come. Become a patron at patreon.com/simonjedrew/ to support Simon’s work […]
Sharon Lebell on Holidays, Traditions & Rituals
Sharon Lebell is a writer, speaker and author of “The Art of Living – A Classical Manual on Virtue, Happiness and Effectiveness”, a collection of her own interpretations of Epictetus’ best writings. In this conversation Simon and Sharon discuss holidays, traditions and rituals, and the important role they play in culture. Buy The Art of […]