The Tech Stoic - Episode 1 - Intro to Stoicism

Welcome to The Tech Stoic, where ancient Stoic wisdom meets the modern tech-driven world. In our debut episode, "Intro to Stoicism," host Brian J. Weiss, The Tech Stoic, and guest Tanner Campbell, Public Philosopher of Stoicism, explore the foundational principles of Stoicism and their relevance to tech professionals, entrepreneurs, and enthusiasts. Discover how this timeless philosophy can foster resilience, focus, and balance in the fast-paced digital age.

Duration: 45 minutes
Host: Brian J. Weiss, The Tech Stoic
Guest: Tanner Campbell, Public Philosopher of Stoicism
Release Date: July 10, 2025

Chapters

• 00:00 - Introduction
  Brian J. Weiss welcomes listeners to The Tech Stoic, outlining the podcast’s mission to merge Stoicism with tech culture and introducing guest Tanner Campbell.

• 02:30 - What is Stoicism?
  Tanner provides a concise history of Stoicism, from Zeno of Citium in ancient Greece to Roman philosophers like Seneca, Epictetus, and Marcus Aurelius.

• 08:15 - Core Stoic Principles
  Brian and Tanner discuss the four Stoic virtues (wisdom, courage, justice, temperance) and key concepts like the Dichotomy of Control and Amor Fati.

• 16:45 - Stoicism in the Tech World
  The duo explores why Stoicism resonates with tech professionals, addressing stress management, failure, and clarity in a rapidly evolving industry.

• 25:00 - Practical Stoic Exercises
  Tanner shares actionable Stoic practices for techies, such as negative visualization and journaling, while Brian ties them to tech workflows.

• 34:20 - Case Study: Stoicism in Action
  Brian presents a real-world example of applying Stoic principles during a high-stakes tech project, with Tanner offering philosophical insights.

• 40:10 - Closing Thoughts & What’s Next
  Key takeaways, a Stoic quote to reflect on, and a teaser for Episode 2, focusing on Stoicism and work-life balance in tech.