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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 possible for an Objectivist and someone who is merely a fellow-traveler of Objectivism, but who accepts a lot of it along with mystical ideas, to align in working to achieve a perfect society?
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Date: July 22nd, 2010
Duration: 00:00
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Should jury duty be compulsory as it is in the U.S. today?
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Date: July 19th, 2010
Duration: 02:09
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Is simply living a moral life now enough to negate your previous wrongdoings, or is it necessary to take steps to make up for your past mistakes?
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Date: July 19th, 2010
Duration: 02:02
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If I pay partial — but not full — attention to something, is that an evasion of reality?
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Date: July 19th, 2010
Duration: 02:03
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The creators of South Park have been threatened by radical Muslims for depicting Muhammad in a bear costume on their show. In response, some people are exhibiting a similar picture in protest to show solidarity with the South Park creators and as a way to reaffirm their right to free speech. Is this wise?
10 votes, average: 4.90 out of 510 votes, average: 4.90 out of 510 votes, average: 4.90 out of 510 votes, average: 4.90 out of 510 votes, average: 4.90 out of 5 (10 votes, average: 4.90 out of 5, rated)
Date: July 19th, 2010
Duration: 03:35
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