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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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I had sex with a married girl. She is now pregnant with our child and is still married to her husband—who knows the whole story. Am I immoral for not being an active father?
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Date: December 30th, 2013
Duration: 01:25
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To YB: Do consumers have a moral obligation to avoid purchasing goods and services that have depended on coerced labor at some point in the supply chain?
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Date: December 23rd, 2013
Duration: 01:13
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To YB: Do you think that, with their great access to capital, the rich can control and regulate economics, politics, and culture to the detriment of the lower income groups?
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Date: December 23rd, 2013
Duration: 04:12
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To YB: During the Cold War, America supported the Islamists in their fight against the Soviets in Afghanistan. The result of this, I think, was the fall of the Soviet Union without any nuclear exchange; however, it gave the Islamists the confidence to come after the United States. Was it worth it, given the 9/11 attack?
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Date: December 23rd, 2013
Duration: 03:24
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To YB: Conservatives who oppose Obamacare are criticized for failing to offer a viable alternative. What is the Objectivist response to this criticism?
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Date: December 23rd, 2013
Duration: 01:41
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