Harry Terrell & Eli Goss from The Breathing Effect

Harry Terrell and Eli Goss are the founders of The Breathing Effect – an LA-based synth-heavy rock band that leaves a lasting impression. They play psychedelic fusion with soul, jazz, and electronic influences, and are signed to L.A.’s Alpha Pup Records label. Shapes That Change Shape: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KAQr0SPUqQ8 The Breathing Effect Bandcamp: https://thebreathingeffect.bandcamp.com/ The Breathing Effect […]

Troels Engberg-Pedersen | Stoic and Christian Theology

About Our GuestTroels Engberg Pedersen is a Pauline theologian, author, and professor of New Testament exegesis at the University of Copenhagen in Denmark. For approximately 25 years, Pedersen has focused his attentions on the writings of Paul the Apostle and on exploring how the structure and content of the Pauline epistles align with themes which are present in Stoic philosophy of the Hellenistic Period. […]

Ben Aldridge | Overcoming Fears & Anxiety

About Our GuestBen Aldridge is an adventurer who believes that doing challenging things makes us feel better, stronger and more alive. By routinely throwing himself into unusual situations, he has overcome his own severe anxiety and created a new method for building mental toughness through exciting experiences. His new book, How to be Comfortable With […]

Sharon Lebell | Stoicism & Buddhism

Sharon Lebell is a philosophical writer and musician from Northern California. Her book, “The Art of Living”, is a collection of modern translations of some of Epictetus’ best teachings that has served as a source of inspiration for Stoics all around the world for over 20 years. BOOKS: https://www.amazon.com/Sharon-Lebell/e/B000AR8A5U%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share

Paul Hannam | The Wisdom of Groundhog Day

Paul Hannam | The Wisdom of Groundhog Day About Our Guest Paul has over 30 years of experience in organisational psychology, leadership and personal development. His insights are based on expertise in the theory and more importantly the practice of high performance. He taught at Oxford University, and has four books published. He has also […]

Pete Bell | Stepping Out the Other Side

Pete Bell | Stepping Out the Other Side About Our GuestPete Bell is the owner of Aurelius, a management consulting firm focused on adding maximum value to businesses and people below the surface; so that they can shine above it. The people strategies and frameworks applied by Aurelius to assist people in their specific growth journey […]

Jonathan Pennington | Theology & The Wisdom of the Bible

Jonathan Pennington | Theology & The Wisdom of the Bible About Our GuestJonathan T. Pennington is currently Associate Professor of New Testament Interpretation and Director of Research Doctoral Studies at Southern Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky (USA).  He earned a B.A. in History as well as a Teaching Certificate from Northern Illinois University. He received the Master of […]

Scott Aikin | Seneca Outdoing God, Hellenistic World Views & Practicing Virtue

Scott Aikin | Seneca Surpassing God, Hellenistic World Views & Practicing Virtue About Our GuestScott F. Aikin is an American philosopher and Assistant Professor of Philosophy at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, where he also holds a joint appointment in Classics. He earned an M.A. in Philosophy from the University of Montana in 1999 and a Ph.D. in […]

Dirk Mahling | Fate, Providence, the Soul & Universal Nature

Dirk Mahling | Fate, Providence, the Soul & Universal Nature About Our GuestFaculty member at the College of Stoic Philosophers (FCSP)Professor Emeritus, Information Sciences, University of Pittsburgh, PA, USAFulbright ScholarLicensed Psychologist, GermanyLicensed Autogenic Training/Meditation CouncellorGo-Dan (5th degree black belt) in Aikido, InstructorCertified Advanced Hanggliding Instructor; USHGAOfficer of the reserve in the German ArmyFrigga’s Web Association, […]

Piotr Stankiewicz | Negative Visualisation, Creativity & Social Media

Piotr Stankiewicz | Negative Visualisation, Creativity & Social Media About Our GuestPiotr Stankiewicz is a philosopher, author, and promoter of reformed Stoicism. He’s the author of Does Happiness Write Blank Pages?, On Happiness and Artistic Creativity, Manual of Reformed Stoicism and other books. He writes in English and Polish, he is a member of the Modern Stoicism team. He […]