The Stoic Sapling

On this episode I sit down with my Papaw, Gordon Cripe, as he discusses his life story. Papaw was born in Rossville, Indiana, a small farmtown outside of Lafayette, Indiana. We discuss his roots on the farm and earliest memories of working with his dad and grandpa out in the fields and with livestock.  Papaw is a proud Purdue alumni, where he completed his undergraduate degree. Papaw's roots...

Alex Dilkovski is a junior at Indiana University studying Finance and Real Estate. Alex and I discuss his transition to the United States from Bulgaria when he was 12 years old. Through some hilarious and inspiring stories, Alex highlights how his Bulgarian roots influence the man he is today.     Alex's unique thought process was put to test after he narrowly escaped a deadly fire in the Spr...

Andrew Marasco is a 19-year old student at Indiana University studying finance. Andrew owns and operates Matrice Capital - a hedge fund with over $1.1 million AUM. Andrew and I talk about his complex understanding of markets, his investment strategy for 2024, and the "why" of Matrice Capital.  Tune in and learn about value investing from one of the youngest hedge fund managers in the Uni...

Ryan Kerrigan is a student at Indiana University studying at the Kelley School of Business. His life before college was spent juggling a variety of jobs, working hard in the classroom, and eventually competing in an Ironman triathlon race. Ryan discusses his mentality for attacking what many would call "unrealistic" goals. Listen in and become inspired by Ryan's will to do the impos...

Mira Solomon is a Jewish American who recently spent her Summer in Israel, prior to the Israel-Hamas war. We discuss modern day anti-semitism, the history of anti-semitism, and Mira's current experience working with an Israeli start-up company. Mira details the trials her co-workers have faced and her unrelenting journey in supporting them.  Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:40 Israel culture / Summer...

Tokelo Makepe is an economic consulting major at Indiana University. He is originally from Botswana, Africa. We discuss his transition to the college American life and his ultimate ambition of holding high political office back in Botswana. Enjoy!  Timestamps 0:00 Intro 1:00 Trials coming to America / Little 500 race  8:00 Comparison of Botswana / America 13:12 Economic consulting projects  18:41...

Conversation with serial entrepreneur and friend Izzy Branam. We discuss his first ventures as an entrepreneur and the mental will it takes to be an entrepreneur. Enjoy!  Timestamps  0:00 Introduction  3:28 Izzy as music producer  10:00 Leveraging contacts  11:42 Second venture  16:00 Imposter syndrome in life 19:16 Mental health as an entrepreneur 25:12 The Big Question 

Kevin Gadd and I, Ethan Woodworth, discuss 9 life lessons that Kevin has learned throughout his life. As Kevin is nearly three times older than myself, he provides a new perspective that isn't limited to simply growing up in your parents' house.  Timestamps 0:00 Intro 2:00 Lesson #1  3:26 Lesson #2  8:30 Lesson #3  12:57 Lesson #4  15:42 Lesson #5  20:00 Lesson #6  27:02 Lesson #7  31:49...

Duncan Michie and I, Ethan Woodworth, discuss a variety of topics. As a borderline hippie, Duncan adds some Zest to the podcast. Enjoy! Timestamps  0:00 Intro  1:00 Eastern medicine / Mindfulness / Breathing  7:09 Nietzsche quote / Group think  12:10 Elon Musk Twitter / Free Speech  17:55 "A goof, gaff, a laugh and a half" / Duncan and hippie culture 21:05 Nietzsche quote 2 / Changing yo...

Timestamps 0:00 Intro / I'm not leaving 1:55 Stoic shit / "Man is not worried by real problems so much as by his imagined anxieties about real problems" 9:20 Quote 2 / "Choose to be harmed -- and you won't feel harmed. Don't feel harmed -- and you haven't been." 15:30 Duality of every human / Acting different in different scenarios 21:55 Relativity and time...

Variety of topics covered. Timestamps below. 0:00 Intro 2:30 My high school experience 17:50 Story time 25:15 The Obstacle is the Way / Battling your own mortality 32:30 James Webb Telescope 36:29 Conclusion / Suggestions  Books The Obstacle is the Way Carl Sagan's space books (Cosmos, Pale Blue Dot, Demon Haunted World) Like and download YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts @ The Stoic Sapli...

I, Ethan Woodworth, discuss practical techniques I attempt to use when facing anxiety and fear on a day-to-day basis. As one continues to live a more independent lifestyle, anxiety and fear will only challenge them more. Timestamps 0:00 Creative block 3:00 Greenlights book 4:15 Facing setbacks from the norm / Self doubt 8:00 Feeding true self / Proverbial hangovers 12:50 Buddhism book 16:24 Life a...

Teddy Greenlee back on for the third time. A 2 hour conversation cut down to ONLY 1 hour. Timestamps 0:00 Teddy's poem  2:30 Anxiety / Pressure for grades  9:28 Sibling fights / Tone of voice  21:26 Cryptocurrency / XRP  33:14 VR / The "Real" reality  42:15 VR torture and punishment  49:16 Fermi Paradox / The Great Filter  55:40 Nature vs Nurture / Conclusion  Like and subscribe  Yo...

Guest Teddy Greenlee and I, Ethan Woodworth, discuss a variety of topics. The ability to hold your breath for 3-minutes will transpire after finishing the podcast. (lol)  Timestamps  0:00 Intro / Smelly smells  3:30 Being a kid / Social jobs  13:27 Jiu jitsu tourney / Following own path 21:25 Chicks kicking ass / Toughest sport mentally  24:56 Wim Hof breathing  29:28 Vitamin D and the sun / Mind-...

Jeromy Moss and I, Ethan Woodworth, discuss a variety of topics. Jeromy is an accomplished powerlifter, athlete, and lifelong friend. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 1:00 American Kingpin / Legalization of drugs 15:45 Drinking and driving 17:20 Religious questions 26:40 Ethan's biggest fear 36:20 Nature / Hunting awesomeness 42:30 Horses and chimps / Next of Kin book 46:08 Adrenaline rushes / Extreme s...

Short conversation about getting one's shit together before the new year. These types of thoughts are what I'm carrying into next year and I'm hoping they bring me success. Happy New Years! Timestamps 0:00 Intro 1:30 LOTR vs Dune 9:50 Romanticizing jobs 19:50 Biggest tip for 2022 26:02 Story time 30:05 Taking jobs Music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rbVt...   YouTube @ The Stoic...

I, Ethan Woodworth, discuss 5 questions I find interesting and intriguing. These questions are similar to ones I wrestle with on a day-to-day basis. Nothing brings me more social joy than discussing questions like these.  Timestamps  0:00 Intro  4:01 What actions in your life will have the longest reaching consequences? 14:30 Will religion ever become obsolete?  21:05 What life altering things sho...

I, Ethan Woodworth, discuss 13 life commandments I think all people should try to follow. This list was inspired by Benjamin Franklin. He lived most of his life following these commandments. I talk about how I attempt to implement these in my own life. Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZXdZ...   Book suggestions:  The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin  Undaunted Courage by Stephen Ambrose ...

I, Ethan Woodworth, discuss my views on social media. I then transition into practical techniques in order to create more productivity within one's life. I do many of these things on a day-to-day basis and have found them to open up more time + achieve more things. Timestamps 0:00 Mini rant 2:10 Background/my current issues with productivity 5:10 Technique #1 6:45 Technique #2 8:50 Planning d...

Louis Mariacher on for episode #5. Talks about craftsmanship and creation, wrestling/Jiu Jitsu, and his religious experiences. Timestamps 0:01 Intro 2:00 Background/Church Camp 8:45 Radiating confidence 12:20 Religious upbringing 19:20 Dream jobs 23:50 Fitness social media 26:20 Leadership opportunities / Ego 30:10 Wrestling / BJJ 44:50 "Mormier Petovic" 46:50 Louis changing name 49:20 C...

My guest Brendan Wood and I talk over a variety of subjects. From here on out my podcasts won't have an overarching theme. I will simply post the entire podcast to YouTube and all streaming services as well as sub-clips that will be titled and posted on YouTube.  Timestamps  0:01 Intro  3:58 Grandpa influence on Brendan  11:00 Future plans not involving a 9-5 job  16:30 Using social media pos...

In this episode my guest Ben Sloan and I discuss what it means to compete and why individuals should always be in some sort of competition. Ben discusses his personal evolution of competition and its various influences on his life. I break down moments in my life where competition has lead me astray due to various mental weaknesses. 

In this podcast Teddy Greenlee and I discuss the power of facing the unknown. To Teddy and I, the unknown represents the limitless potential for growth and self-improvement. We list multiple ways we've faced the unknown personally and give reasoning behind our newfound appreciation and desire to face the unknown. 

My guest (Jeromy Moss) and I (Ethan Woodworth) discuss suffering. Jeromy details his difficult relationship with his father. Both of us discuss how we have found freedom and perspective within our sufferings. We dive into our day-to-day tactics that we use to overcome barriers and dominate life.