RockneCAST

Musonius Rufus is one of the Big Four rock star Stoic philosophers along with Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus, and Seneca.  Yet, he is probably the least known of these four Stoics.   Musonius definitely deserves a place among the Big Four and his wisdom is just as profound as the other three more well known Stoics.  Musonius deserves his day in the sun!! In this episode, I explore...

Away is far and away one of the best series I have seen on Netflix.  Staring Hilary Swank, it's a science fiction series about the first crewed expedition to Mars in the near future.  In this episode, I describe why it is so awesome and how it inspired our entire family.  We were completely blown away by the acting, the science, the drama, the visuals, the music, the plot, the ending, and so much...

In this second episode on Stoicism, Rockne explores the art of Stoic joy via the philosophers Epictetus, Musonius Rufus, and Marcus Aurelius.    He will cover voluntary discomfort, the trichotomy of control, and living a life of service to others.   

In this Episode, Rockne discusses the insights of the Roman philosopher Epictetus and his lessons on the trichotomy of control over our most valuable asset: time.  This is the key to finding exuberance and improving your life.   The philosophy of Epictetus will make you say, "Whoa, that's really awesome!"

In this Episode, Rockne discusses how amazing it is that intermittent fasting is completely free, especially considering the huge health benefits.  It does not require classes and actually saves time.  If you really want to spend money, he discusses the paid app that he uses.  

In Episode 11, Rockne describes his experience with hunger and intermittent fasting.  It's not nearly as hard as you think.   It's not will power or how much you eat.  It's all in the timing.   Lose the weight and get healthy!  Talk to your doc and get started!!

In Episode #10, Rockne explores in depth his man crush on Ulysses S. Grant through the lens of his leadership qualities.  

Episode #9 is about the power of intermittent fasting. This is a special installment in a series of Life Hack insights from Rockne Cole. (2 Oct 2020)

Rockne explores the surprisingly powerful role that habits play on our daily lives through the lens of two best sellers Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg and Atomic Habits by James Clear. He will also discuss the habits that Luther College choir director Weston to build a nationally known choral program.  Finally he will feature song by singer songwriter Cory Grimm. (Episode #8, 8 Aug 2020)

Join Rockne and Nora on their trip to Duluth and to Gooseberry Falls along the North Shore of Lake Superior. This Cast will inspire you to take a trip to one of the most beautiful cities in the Midwest! (Episode #7, 14 Jul 2020)

This podcast will explore Nelson Mandela's use of truth, reconciliation and forgiveness to transform one of the most tragic nations into one of the most dynamic multi-cultural nations in the world.   This cast includes clips from Mandela and one from Robert F Kennedy Jr.

In this episode, Rockne discusses the moving speech delivered by Robert F Kennedy Jr. to a crowd moments after learning of the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr.

In this episode, Rockne is joined by Greg Johnson for a discussion about how small towns in Iowa can survive, and thrive. (Episode #4, 21 Apr 2020)

In this episode, Rockne discusses Moby Dick by Herman Melville , sharing how it has been one of the great texts that have impacted his life. (Episode #3, 18 Apr 2020)

In this episode, Rockne discusses some of what’s missing from the  Democrat message and what needs to be done to regain rural voters. (Episode #2, 14 Apr 2020)

In Episode #1, Rockne is joined by Greg Johnson in a discussion about the future of progressive politics. (Episode #1, 10 Apr 2020)