Podcasting and Stoicism

In today’s episode, we get into comparison and self-esteem in the podcasting world, sparked by a listener question and a clip from Jerry Seinfeld that really hit home. We explore the wisdom of Stoicism, its impact on our personal and professional lives, and how to focus on what truly matters. Our conversation takes some unexpected twists and turns as we explore the idea of what truly matters in life and how we can stay focused on our own paths without getting bogged down by outside opinions.

Episode Highlights:

[2:00] Stoicism and comparison, with insights from Jerry Seinfeld.

[9:10] Parenting, mental health, and spirituality.

[12:56] The importance of prioritizing time and energy despite external factors.

[18:15] Prioritizing what matters in life amidst societal pressure to be carefree.

[25:45] The importance of professionalism and not overthinking minor issues.

[30:53] Disability advocacy and the importance of speaking up.

[36:34] Podcasting, negativity vs positivity, and upcoming conference.

[42:50] Starting a farmers market in a small town with limited resources.

[46:42] Local podcasting at farmers markets.

[51:38] Podcasting, community, and event planning.

Links & Resources:

Jerry Seinfeld Clip: https://www.instagram.com/indepthwithgrahambensinger/

Black is America (latest episode): https://www.blackisamericapodcast.com/alwyn-c-cashe-the-american-sergeant/

Empowered Podcasting Conference: https://empoweredpodcasting.com  

Empowered Podcasting on IG: https://www.instagram.com/empoweredpodcasting

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