#75: The Stoic Philosophy - Massimo Pigliucci, PhD

#75: The Stoic Philosophy - Massimo Pigliucci, PhD

Author: FitMind: Neuroscience, Meditation & Mental Fitness Training August 17, 2021 Duration: 1:02:20

Dr. Massimo Pigliucci is Professor of Philosophy at the City College of New York, former co-host of the Rationally Speaking Podcast, and one of the most influential modern Stoics.

He's published several books including How to Be a Stoic, Nonsense on Stilts, and A Field Guide to a Happy Life. Professor Pigliucci has a PhD in Evolutionary Biology and also a PhD in Philosophy.

We go in-depth on Stoicism, what it is, and how to apply it in everyday life.

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