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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 wrong to enjoy horror films? Didn’t Ayn Rand denounce horror movies?
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: August 9th, 2010
Duration: 01:39
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Should elected representatives in a republic vote for or against laws based on their own objective judgment, or should they only vote based on how their constituents want them to?
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Date: August 9th, 2010
Duration: 01:20
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What is the purpose of clothing besides shielding against the elements?
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Date: August 9th, 2010
Duration: 01:32
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According to Objectivism, is it okay to have sex with anyone who is the highest and best partner that I can find at this time?
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Date: August 5th, 2010
Duration: 01:24
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Did Ayn Rand ever worry that the KGB might try to do her harm?
5 votes, average: 5.00 out of 55 votes, average: 5.00 out of 55 votes, average: 5.00 out of 55 votes, average: 5.00 out of 55 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5 (5 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5, rated)
Date: August 5th, 2010
Duration: 00:40
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