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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.

The podcasts are available by single questions or as full episodes.

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Is it improper for an Objectivist to enjoy theme park rides, such as roller coasters, since the enjoyment occurs on a purely perceptual level?
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Date: February 23rd, 2012
Duration: 00:55
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Is it rational to hold one’s romantic love-interest as more valuable to one’s self than one’s career?
8 votes, average: 4.50 out of 58 votes, average: 4.50 out of 58 votes, average: 4.50 out of 58 votes, average: 4.50 out of 58 votes, average: 4.50 out of 5 (8 votes, average: 4.50 out of 5, rated)
Date: February 20th, 2012
Duration: 01:23
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Since the morality of sacrifice is only attractive to those who have nothing to sacrifice, why does Galt present sacrifice as painful?
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Date: February 20th, 2012
Duration: 01:40
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Should one be concerned with what happens after one dies?
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Date: February 20th, 2012
Duration: 02:02
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Suppose that a candidate announces his ideas for next term. If people vote for that candidate are they morally responsible for what he does while in office?
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Date: February 20th, 2012
Duration: 02:15
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