The Stoic All the Stoics Admired
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4.5 • 5.3K Ratings
🗓️ 8 May 2026
⏱️ 35 minutes
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Summary
Cato’s life was his philosophy, and the Stoics never stopped looking to his example. In today’s episode, Ryan explores why Cato the Younger became one of Stoicism’s most admired figures, and what his life can teach us about courage, character, and standing for what’s right.
📚 Learn more about Cato the Younger in Lives of the Stoics by Ryan Holiday
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