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The Knowledge Project Podcast

Ryan Holiday: A Stoic Life [The Knowledge Project Ep. #128]

Stoic philosopher and author Ryan Holiday shows us how to use ancient philosophy to calm our minds and create a foundation for lasting success.

Listen as Holiday takes us behind the scenes, revealing how he not only reads books and what he looks for, but also his process for writing and retaining information he can later put to use. He also discusses why he journals, the four virtues of Stoicism, and more

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Holiday is a New York Times bestselling author. He has written 10 books, covering both the fundamentals of Stoicism and key elements of modern-day marketing and media, and they have sold more than 2 million copies in 30 languages.

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A podcast about mastering the best of what other people have already figured out. The Knowledge Project focuses on insights and lessons that never expire. You’ll walk away from every episode with actionable insights that help you get better results and live a more meaningful life.

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