"The squeaky wheel gets the grease" isn't just good career advice, it's a helpful perspective on humility. Joshua Gibbs explores.&nbsp;

Fondest, Blindest, Weakest

You may have actually figured out a few things that your parents didn't understand. Don't get cocky. Joshua Gibbs explains.

Giving the Devil His Due

Is it better to find yourself, to lose yourself, or to be yourself? What if none of these really works? Joshua Gibbs explores.

Self Help

"Don't shoot the messenger" seems like obvious advice, so why are we even tempted to shoot poor, helpless messengers? We have our reasons, though. Joshua Gibbs explores.&nbsp;

Sick Fascination 

"You can't have your cake and eat it too," so which is better? Having it or eating it? Joshua Gibbs explores.&nbsp;

Buyer's Remorse

"An apple a day keeps the doctor away," although this episode is about an entirely different (every day) proverb.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Hours

From time to time, everyone has to phone it in. In this episode, Joshua Gibbs has a few consoling words to say about failing others and being failed by others. Be warmed and filled.

One Little Leak Becomes A Lake

"You can't teach an old dog new tricks," but it's better this way. Joshua Gibbs explains why.

Family of Trees

Is your church lucky to have you as a member? With the help of a famous proverb, Joshua Gibbs helps you determine the answer.&nbsp;

Your People

"Can I help you find something?" asks the Total Wine employee. Regardless of how you reply, there's a good chance you'll be led to the same boring bottle. Why? Because beauty has her defense mechanisms. Joshua Gibbs explores.&nbsp;

How to Buy a Bottle of Wine

Uncommon Wisdom for Common People

On every episode of Proverbial, teacher and author Joshua Gibbs (How to Be Unlucky: Reflections on the Pursuit of Virtue and Something They Will Not Forget: A Handbook for Classical Teachers) explores a single proverb, some old bit of wisdom, and tries to discern what it means for modern men.

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