JIM BRATTON STOIC MINUTE 07 — THE PRESENT
Jim Bratton Podcast
In this episode of Stoic Minute, Jim Bratton reflects on Marcus Aurelius’ reminder to “confine yourself to the present.” The mind often drifts backward into memory or forward into anticipation. But when attention returns to what is directly in front of us, the day becomes manageable again. A short reflection on presence, attention, and the Stoic practice of staying with what is actually happening.
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Galveston on the Map: Amber Calderon and the Discovery Map Story
Jim Bratton Podcast
Amber Calderon, owner/operator of Galveston Discovery Map, talks with Jim Bratton about taking over the familiar island map, distributing 300,000 print copies a year, expanding reach beyond Galveston, and pairing the printed map with a geolocation-based app for advertisers and visitors. Website: discoverymap.com/destination/Galveston-tx/ Instagram/Facebook: @galvestondiscoverymap App available on the Apple App Store and Google Play Behind the Scenes Video.
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Cate Black: Architecture, Old Homes, and What a House Wants to Be
Jim Bratton Podcast
Architect Cate Black joins the Jim Bratton Podcast for a thoughtful conversation about Galveston homes, historic renovation, residential architecture, and the responsibility of working with buildings that already have a story. O 409.999.0128 C 713.906.7236 Website - Social media links - -
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The Art of the Entrance: Costumes, Headdresses, and Galveston Creativity
Jim Bratton Podcast
On this episode of The Jim Bratton Podcast, Jim sits down at the Marmo studio with two Galveston creatives: Megan Mayberry, artist and creator of Hurricane Headdress, and Elizabeth Ektefaei, a costumer working across theater, events, textiles, and wearable storytelling. The conversation moves from Mardi Gras headpieces and theatrical costume design to sustainability, fast fashion, client relationships, pricing creative work, and the challenge every artist faces: turning imagination into something people can see, wear, value, and remember. ...
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Jim Bratton Stoic Minute. 06 — REPUTATION: Stop Living for Approval
Jim Bratton Podcast
06 — REPUTATION: Stop Living for Approval Description: Reputation is unstable; character is not.
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FOCUS YOUR INNER BITCH Episode 14 : ALONE, NOT LONELY
Jim Bratton Podcast
What if being alone isn’t the problem? In this episode, Mary Bratton shares something most people struggle to understand: she lived alone for years—and was never lonely. This conversation explores independence, self-reliance, and the difference between solitude and unhappiness. It’s direct, honest, and occasionally funny—but underneath it is a clear message: Learn to be okay with yourself. Behind the Scenes Video.
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Marmo-Inside The Grand with Dori Bosnyak
Jim Bratton Podcast
Jim visits with Dori Bosnyak, marketing director at The Grand in Galveston, about her background, the history and personality of The Grand, upcoming performances, and what makes the venue such a special part of the island. is on stage June 26/27 July 3 July 11 (3 & 8 PM) Aug 8 Oct 11 Behind the scenes video: The Grand 1894 Opera House 2020 Postoffice Street, Galveston, TX 77550 T 806.451.9898 |
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Jim Bratton Stoic Minute - Episode 5 Time -Stop Letting It Slip Away
Jim Bratton Podcast
t’s not that we lack time—it’s how we use it. In this Stoic Minute, Seneca’s insight brings attention back to something simple and uncomfortable: where our time actually goes. A one-minute reflection on attention, intention, and living deliberately.
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Jim Bratton Stoic Minute - 04- Enough
Jim Bratton Podcast
A one-minute Stoic reflection on sufficiency and contentment
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Jim Bratton Stoic Minute 03 — Judgement
Jim Bratton Podcast
Events themselves are neutral. It is interpretation that creates disturbance.
info_outlineIn this episode of Stoic Minute, Jim Bratton reflects on Marcus Aurelius’ reminder to “confine yourself to the present.”
The mind often drifts backward into memory or forward into anticipation. But when attention returns to what is directly in front of us, the day becomes manageable again.
A short reflection on presence, attention, and the Stoic practice of staying with what is actually happening.