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The Peikoff Podcasts

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Dr. Peikoff answers questions about Ayn Rand’s philosophy of Objectivism. His podcasts focus on human relationships, career, moral issues – not technical philosophy or practical politics.

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At work our boss provides us with free snacks. I usually take all of the best parts, including the muffin tops, leaving only the bottoms and such for the others. Am I immoral?
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Date: January 28th, 2013
Duration: 01:35
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Should a man pay for dinner on a date? How do gender roles play into this issue?
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Date: January 28th, 2013
Duration: 02:44
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YBrook: What do you make of the vast and growing number of people in the religious right who claim to be inspired by Ayn Rand’s ideas, but clearly and vocally disagree with much of what Rand wrote beyond economics? Do you think this cherry picking is good or bad for the Objectivist movement?
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Date: January 24th, 2013
Duration: 02:44
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YBrook: What do you think about America having a second civil war? What should an Objectivist do in a crisis like this?
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Date: January 21st, 2013
Duration: 01:42
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YBrook: I’ve seen a significant rise in conspiracy theories among the public lately. Is this a trend and how do we explain the prevalence?
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Date: January 21st, 2013
Duration: 02:07
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