13 Questions Podcast

My name is Ed Latimore. I’m a best-selling author, former professional heavyweight boxer, and competitive chess player. My writing focuses on self-improvement and a practical approach to stoic philosophy. I like to tell people that I’ve lived four different lives and from each of these lives, I’ve learned something that’s helped me become who I am today. In my first life, I was born and raised in the public housing projects of Pittsburgh, PA. Though I knew both my parents, I didn’t live with them. I was raised solely by my mom. I have memories of my dad, but it’s safe to say that I received nothing in the way of masculine guidance. Growing up poor and in public housing projects was stressful and dangerous. I fought a lot, suffered physical abuse, observed a lot of violence, and even saw someone get killed once. I survived by spending most of my free time reading and playing video games. However, I also learned how to make friends with the right people without getting drawn into activities that would put me in