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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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Though I am an atheist, often in particularly stressful situations I hear someone say, “God is looking out for us and will provide a way,” and I find that a comforting affirmation. The best Objectivist alternative I can come up with is to tell people there is always a solution to any problem. Is that valid?
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Date: September 12th, 2011
Duration: 03:43
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In an Objectivist society would it still be in poor taste to ask a woman her age or a man the amount of money he makes?
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Date: September 12th, 2011
Duration: 01:21
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If my life is my moral purpose, how can it ever be moral to risk it to save another, such as my wife? Isn’t that making the other a higher value than you yourself?
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Date: September 8th, 2011
Duration: 01:36
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When I was younger, age 19, I broke the glass on a school door. I want to make reparations for this vandalism, which still preys on my mind. Do you think I have to confess my crime to the police even though that would mean losing my job?
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Date: September 5th, 2011
Duration: 01:18
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What is your opinion of vegetarianism?
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Date: September 5th, 2011
Duration: 03:13
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