The Stoic Sapling
I'm Ethan Woodworth, a 19-year old college student at Indiana University and owner of the The Stoic Sapling Podcast. The Stoic Sapling Podcast promotes quick and insightful conversations with unique people doing unique things in their community!
Episodes
24 episodes
From Bulgaria to Escaping Fires - Alex Dilkovski
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 ...
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46:36
Operating a Hedge Fund at 19-Years Old - Andrew Marasco
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 str...
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37:25
What It Takes to be an Ironman - Ryan Kerrigan
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.<...
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22:00
The Jewish American Experience in 2023 - Mira Solomon
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....
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37:59
From Botswana to Indiana University - Tokelo Makepe
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. Enj...
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Episode 20
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30:40
Life as a Young Entrepreneur - Izzy Branam
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 m...
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Episode 19
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30:33
Episode 18 - Kevin Gadd
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...
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Episode 18
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47:30
Episode 17 -- Preston Gadd
Preston Gadd and I, Ethan Woodworth, discuss a variety of topics. As an owner of a small thrifting business, Preston provides his take on becoming an entrepreneur and attacking goals. Timestamps
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Episode 17
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28:31
Episode 16-Duncan Michie
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...
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49:54
Episode 15
Timestamps0:00 Intro / I'm not leaving 1:55 Stoic shit / "Man is not worried by real problems so muc...
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Episode 15
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29:14
Episode 14
Variety of topics covered. Timestamps below. 0:00 Intro2:30 My high school experience
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Episode 14
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38:34
Controlling anxiety and fear
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 ...
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Episode 13
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24:29
Episode 12
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 grade...
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Episode 12
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1:06:05
Episode 11
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 ...
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Episode 11
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53:41
Episode 10
Jeromy Moss and I, Ethan Woodworth, discuss a variety of topics. Jeromy is an accomplished powerlifter, athlete, and lifelong friend. Timestamps0:00 Intro
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Episode 10
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1:18:58
Recalibrate for 2022
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
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Episode 9
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37:14
Intellectual Question and Answer
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...
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Episode 8
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43:05
13 Life Commandments
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 o...
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Episode 7
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46:16
Keys to Productivity
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 +...
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Episode 6
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31:27
Episode 5
Louis Mariacher on for episode #5. Talks about craftsmanship and creation, wrestling/Jiu Jitsu, and his religious experiences. Timestamps 0:01 Intro
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1:02:05
Episode 4
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 ...
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Episode 4
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1:08:52
The Importance of Competition
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...
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Episode 3
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1:13:06