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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 immoral to win in a competitive sport by cheating, even if other competitors are not following the rules and/or the judges or referees are not enforcing them?
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Date: September 15th, 2014
Duration: 02:55
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My wife recently passed away and my 12-year old son was viciously ridiculed by a school bully about his mom being dead. My son beat the hell out of this kid and was suspended. I did not punish him, but instead congratulated him for standing up for himself. Is this rational parental advice?
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Date: September 15th, 2014
Duration: 04:30
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To YB: I have only one provider of phone and Internet service offered in my small town and the service is poor and the price high. What is the proper course of action to take to challenge a monopoly?
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Date: September 8th, 2014
Duration: 01:46
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To YB: Is racism in America as bad as the left says? If it is, how does race affect the evaluation of the United States as a whole as compared to other countries?
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Date: September 8th, 2014
Duration: 03:47
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To YB: Is offshore banking evil, and if it is, who’s rights are being violated?
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Date: September 8th, 2014
Duration: 01:00
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