Description
Lightning talks are one of the best parts of Stoicon every year. Each speaker gets a few minutes to share one idea, one practice, or one story about living the Stoic life, and the variety is the point. You’ll hear from practitioners, teachers, and community builders from around the world, each bringing their own angle to this year’s theme of happiness and wellbeing.
These talks were recorded for Stoicon 2026, the annual online conference from Modern Stoicism, held on October 17, 2026. Many thanks to Michael Maune for coordinating the lightning talk program, and to every speaker who took the time to prepare and record.
If something here sparks a thought, we’d love to hear it in the comments. And if you’d like to keep the conversation going, join a local Stoic group or start one of your own.
Presenters
* Louisa Swaden — Philosophy in Motion: Land-speed motorcycle racing and resilience.
* Russell Holt — Mentoring youth with the Dichotomy of Control.
* Nona Maiorano — Grand Prix dressage, non-verbal presence, and the inner citadel.
* Steven Kent — Pop-culture role models (Star Wars, LOTR) and Epictetus on impressions.
* Cathy Yee — Expanding accessibility and warmth through the Feminine Stoic Press.
Links
* Modern Stoicism Official Site: https://modernstoicism.com
* Modern Stoicism Substack: https://modernstoicism.substack.com
* Participate in Stoic Week: https://modernstoicism.com/stoic-week
* Join us for Conversations with Modern Stoicism: https://luma.com/ConversationsWithModernStoicism