Podcast Episodes

Summer Break + Special Announcement

It’s my 10-year anniversary in England, and I want to give you a gift. But first, a story. 

In ancient Rome, when generals rode in on chariots during …

4 years, 7 months ago

Are You a Citizen of the World? (Plus Pompeii History!)

In this episode, I am back with my friend Kai Whiting, co-author of the book Being Better: Stoicism for a World Worth Living In. 

Kai is a researcher …

4 years, 8 months ago

Cancel Culture, or Conversation Culture: What Really Helps Society?

As a listener of this podcast, you’ve already heard me talk about how the ancient philosophy of Stoicism offers guidance on how we can live the good …

4 years, 8 months ago

Wild Camping: What to Know Before You Go

Do you enjoy camping? 

I was a campground manager in a state forest for two years when I was in college, and I never slept there. I like sleeping in b…

4 years, 8 months ago

Island Hopping In Scotland: Tiree, Islay, Treshnish, and More!

Did you know that Scotland has around 790 islands? 


One has been compared to Hawaii; another is famous for its whisky; another is the perfect place to…

4 years, 8 months ago

Cheap Flights! Get the Best Airfare Through Serendipitous Travel

What’s the cheapest flight you ever got? It felt kind of thrilling to get that deal, didn’t it? Set your trip off on the right foot?

Today I’m joined …

4 years, 9 months ago

Flying: What You Need to Know about Travel in 2021

All right, travel is back! Or we’re getting there.

As more people get vaccinated against covid-19, more countries are opening up — and the rules for f…

4 years, 9 months ago

Czechoslovakia: Post-Communist Expat Adventures

Czechoslovakia doesn’t exist anymore. But it did when my American friend moved there in the early 1990s. 

Today, we tend to think of Europe as being o…

4 years, 9 months ago

How Much Does Character Matter to You? Find a Mentor Worthy of the Name

** Before we get into this episode, special offer for you! For the next 48 hours, get 50% off my course Podcast Pitch Perfection. You don’t have to h…

4 years, 9 months ago

Design Your Ideal Day

Today I am back with my friend Stephen Warley to continue our conversation on life skills that matter. 

In this episode we get more into the specifics…

4 years, 10 months ago