The Laughing Philosopher's Podcast

10/07/2025

Got a temper? So did the ancient Romans. But one of them, the Stoic philosopher Seneca, had a radically different approach to anger, and it still works today. In this episode, we explore how Stoicism teaches us to master our emotions, especially the most destructive one of all, anger. Seneca didn’...

03/07/2025

Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle walk into your life — and judge your character. Find out if you pass the ancient virtue test with their 10 signs of good character. Want to live well? Socrates says examine yourself. Plato says seek virtue. Aristotle says practice it daily. This episode reveals 10 signs you’re on the right path to build good character. Episode 109 of “The Laughing Philosopher Podcast”. Listen Everywhere!TheLaughingPhilosopher.Podbean.com

26/06/2025

What do Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle have in common—besides being dead Greek guys in togas? They all believed that who you are matters far more than what you have. In this episode, we dig deep into the ten unmistakable signs of a person with good character, guided by the timeless wisdom of philosophy’s greatest minds. Socrates reminds us that “the unexamined life is not worth living,” urging us to reflect on our daily behavior. Plato teaches that true happiness comes not from pleasure but from living in harmony with the soul’s virtues. And Aristotle? He says we become what we repeatedly do—so excellence, and moral greatness, are habits we can build. If you’ve ever wondered how to spot real virtue in a world obsessed with image, or how to build a life that’s not just successful but meaningful, this episode is your blueprint. Episode 109 of The Laughing Philosopher Podcast at TheLaughingPhilosopher.PodBean.com and Everywhere You Listen.

24/06/2025

What do Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle say about being a good person? A lot. In this episode, we uncover 10 signs of true character — and why building virtue is the real path to happiness. If you want more than just success, tune in. Your soul will thank you. Episode 109 of The Laughing Philosopher Podcast at TheLaughingPhilosopher.PodBean.com and Everywhere You Listen!

20/06/2025

If Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle walked into your life and judged your character, would you pass the test?

Want to be good? Socrates says examine yourself. Plato says seek virtue. Aristotle says practice it daily. Are you on the right path to build good character? In a world obsessed with image, does good character even matter?

19/06/2025

What do Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle have in common—besides being dead Greek guys in togas? They all believed that who you are matters far more than what you have. In this episode, we dig deep into the ten unmistakable signs of a person with good character, guided by the timeless wisdom of philosophy’s greatest minds. Socrates reminds us that “the unexamined life is not worth living,” urging us to reflect on our daily behavior. Plato teaches that true happiness comes not from pleasure but from living in harmony with the soul’s virtues. And Aristotle? He says we become what we repeatedly do—so excellence, and moral greatness, are habits we can build. If you’ve ever wondered how to spot real virtue in a world obsessed with image, or how to build a life that’s not just successful but meaningful, this episode is your blueprint. Episode 109 of The Laughing Philosopher Podcast at TheLaughingPhilosopher.PodBean.com and Everywhere You Listen.

12/06/2025

Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle all believed that what you are matters far more than what you have. Good character is your most precious possession. In this episode, we dig deep into the ten unmistakable qualities of a person with good character, guided by the timeless wisdom of philosophy’s greatest minds. Socrates teaches that an examined life is paramount as we reflect on the kind of person we are and aspire to be. Plato teaches that true happiness comes not from pleasure but from living in harmony with the soul’s virtues. And Aristotle? He teaches that we become what we repeatedly do. So excellence and moral greatness are built on ten virtues we can practice and good character is not an action, but a habit we can form. If you’ve ever wondered how to recognize real virtue in a world obsessed with image, or how to build a life that’s not just successful but the right path to becoming a good person, this episode is your blueprint.

Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle all believed that what you are matters far more than what you have. Good character is your most precious possession. In this episode, we dig deep into the ten unmistakable qualities of a person with good character, guided by the timeless wisdom of philosophy’s greate...

24/05/2025

Episode 108: “Apocalypse Now?: Philosophy and the Fallacy of Doom!”

The sky is falling—or so it seems. Do you feel like there’s no hope for the future? Like everything you care about is on the verge of collapse? Today’s world is flooded with doom merchants who profit from panic and feed our deepest fears. But take a deep breath—philosophy has something wiser to say. In this episode, we explore why doomsday thinking is often exaggerated, why we’re so drawn to catastrophic visions, and how a philosophical perspective can help you face the future with clarity, courage, and maybe even a little joy.

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23/05/2025

Episode 108: “Apocalypse Now?: Philosophy and the Fallacy of Doom!” The sky is falling—or so it seems. Do you feel like there’s no hope for the future? Like everything you care about is on the verge of collapse? Today’s world is flooded with doom merchants who profit from panic and feed our deepest fears. But take a deep breath—philosophy has something wiser to say. In this episode, we explore why doomsday thinking is often exaggerated, why we’re so drawn to catastrophic visions, and how a philosophical perspective can help you face the future with clarity, courage, and maybe even a little joy. “The Laughing Philosopher Podcast”TheLaughingPhilosopher.Podbean.com and everywhere you listen to your favorite music and podcasts.

17/05/2025

Episode 108: “Apocalypse Now?: Philosophy and the Fallacy of Doom!” The sky is falling—or so it seems. Do you feel like there’s no hope for the future? Like everything you care about is on the verge of collapse? Today’s world is flooded with doom merchants who profit from panic and feed our deepest fears. But take a deep breath—philosophy has something wiser to say. In this episode, we explore why doomsday thinking is often exaggerated, why we’re so drawn to catastrophic visions, and how a philosophical perspective can help you face the future with clarity, courage, and maybe even a little joy. “The Laughing Philosopher Podcast”TheLaughingPhilosopher.Podbean.com and everywhere you listen to your favorite music and podcasts.