Yaron Brook Show

Live Feb 10, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 26Bridge to?; TrumpRx; Climate Regs; Internet addiction; Discord; SpaceX; Russia | Yaron Brook ShowIs America Building a Bridge to Greatness… or to Decline? From TrumpRx to Climate Controls, SpaceX to Russia — Nothing Is Off Limits.Is America building a bridge to the future — or a bridge to nowhere?In this explosive episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron takes on everything from Trump’s policy prescriptions (“TrumpRx”) to climate regulations, internet addiction, Discord culture, SpaceX’s ambitions, and Russia’s geopolitical threat.No topic is safe. No sacred cows spared.If you care about capitalism, individual rights, Elon Musk, government overreach, the FDA, Putin, or the future of freedom — this episode delivers clarity you won’t hear anywhere else.👉 Watch now: https://youtube.com/live/zpEu56XqxC0👉 Subscribe & turn on notifications for fearless commentary on politics, culture, and philosophy.⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS01:45 – Bridge to? Are we headed toward progress or managed decline?16:40 – TrumpRx: Is Trump offering real solutions — or political theatrics?23:40 – Climate Regulations: Environmentalism vs. economic freedom34:30 – Internet Addiction: Is tech destroying attention spans — or expanding minds?48:10 – Discord & Digital Tribes: The future of online community51:15 – SpaceX: Capitalism in orbit59:40 – Russia: How serious is the threat — and what’s the moral response?💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS1:10:05 – “Abolish ICE” — Open borders rhetoric or strategic non-enforcement?1:11:08 – Epstein files: System-shattering reality or conspiracy fantasy?1:13:21 – Are billionaires moral — or is wealth inherently corrupting?1:15:26 – Should the Moon be protected from commercialization?1:17:57 – Musk timelines: Visionary exaggeration or market manipulation?1:19:01 – Failed by teachers: When school kills ambition1:19:58 – FDA vs “Hot Ice Cream”: Who owns language — regulators or producers?1:21:57 – Is blocking streets a moral form of protest?1:23:04 – Is Putin-style Russia a realistic American danger?1:26:28 – What level of disease justifies lockdowns or forced vaccination?1:31:45 – Smog in a laissez-faire society: Courts or regulation?1:33:46 – Why do reasonable people default to compromise over principle?1:35:07 – Biotech breakthroughs: Lifespan extension, IVF, GLP-1s — what’s coming?The Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by:-- The Ayn Rand Institute  (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)-- Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein  (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)-- Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)-- Hendershott Wealth Management  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/-- Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project (https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#Capitalism #Trump2026 #ClimateRegulations #ElonMusk #SpaceX #RussiaPolitics #InternetAddiction #Objectivism #FreeMarkets #IndividualRightsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Live Feb 9, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 25Bad Bunny; Racism; Iran; Japan; India; Jimmy Lai; Measles; Immigration | Yaron Brook ShowFrom Bad Bunny to Border Chaos: Culture Wars, Power Lust, and the Moral Collapse of the WestWhat do Bad Bunny, immigration hysteria, Iran’s regime, and America’s creeping authoritarianism have in common?More than you think.In this wide-ranging and unapologetic episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron takes on the moral, cultural, and political crises dominating headlines—from pop culture and racism narratives to Iran, Japan, India, public health panics, and the rising acceptance of unlimited state power.This isn’t a surface-level news roundup. It’s a deep philosophical interrogation of power, reason, freedom, and the ideas driving today’s chaos—including some of the most challenging live audience questions we’ve had all season.If you’re tired of evasion, tribalism, and fear-driven politics—and want clarity rooted in reason—this episode is for you.👇 Jump to the topics that matter most to you and join the conversation in the comments.⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPSMain Topics04:40 – Bad Bunny and cultural nihilism17:30 – Racism: narratives vs reality24:45 – Iran, power, and moral clarity41:35 – Japan and cultural stagnation55:40 – India’s trajectory: promise or peril?1:01:00 – Jimmy Lai and the cost of dissent1:03:10 – Measles, panic, and public health politics1:08:50 – Immigration, ICE, and authoritarian drift💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS1:23:43 – Do Right and Left both secretly want unlimited power?1:27:51 – Does living at the perceptual level lead to rage and violence?1:31:05 – Why do Europeans unquestioningly accept the welfare state?1:32:36 – Was genocide unique—or a recurring pattern of collectivism?1:34:18 – Does focusing on the uncontrollable breed nihilism?1:35:00 – Can reason ever truly die?1:35:51 – How did Americans resist socialized medicine for so long?1:37:35 – Americans, narcissism, and altruism vs Europe’s resignation1:38:47 – Why deeper questions are always postponed for “the crisis of the day”1:39:45 – Romantic art vs vulgarity—what’s the real distinction?1:44:32 – Iran: moral progress vs personal agency1:45:41 – Is ICE comparable to historical authoritarian forces?1:47:22 – Are we decades away from authoritarianism—and how do we stop it?1:51:03 – From “America First” to “America Alone”👉 See pinned comment for additional timestamps.#ImmigrationDebate #Authoritarianism #IranRegime #WesternValues #CultureWars #FreedomVsPower #WesternAppeasement #GovernmentShutdown #JudicialActivism #ObjectivismThe Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by:-- The Ayn Rand Institute  (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)-- Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein  (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)-- Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)-- Hendershott Wealth Management  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/-- Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project (https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Live Feb 3, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 24Iran; ShutDown; Manufacturing; Courts; Fraud; Abortion Pill | Yaron Brook ShowIran, Power, and the Collapse of Moral Clarity Why Courts, Shutdowns, Fraud—and Even Abortion—Expose America’s Deeper Crisis  America is drifting—and the headlines aren’t the real story.From Iran’s regime and Western media complicity to government shutdown theatrics, collapsing manufacturing, activist courts, systemic fraud, and the moral chaos surrounding the abortion pill, this episode cuts through the noise to expose what ties it all together: a collapse of moral clarity.Yaron Brook takes on the hard questions others won’t touch:Why is the West so eager to appease tyrannies like Iran?Are courts defending rights—or undermining them?Is fraud now baked into the system?And what does the abortion pill debate reveal about reason, responsibility, and individual rights?Plus: unfiltered live audience questions ranging from CNN’s role as an Iran apologist, to Kant vs. Plato, to the moral case for immigration—and whether good intentions can still produce evil outcomes.This is not punditry. It’s philosophy applied to today’s most explosive issues.🔔 Subscribe, share, and join the fight for reason, liberty, and reality.🎥 Watch live or replay here: 👉 https://youtube.com/live/NxeVvRq9n04⏱️ Topic Timestamps02:15 – Correction04:45 – Iran: Appeasement, Propaganda, and Western Guilt28:35 – Government Shutdown: Theater vs. Reality36:30 – Manufacturing Myths and Economic Decline45:50 – Courts: Justice or Ideology?51:25 – Iran Updates53:00 – Fraud: How Deep Does It Go?57:45 – The Abortion Pill and Moral Responsibility💬 Live Audience Questions1:10:36 – “Shame on CNN for being such an outrageous mouthpiece for the mullahs in Iran.”1:16:49 – “I’m horrified Witkoff is anywhere near Iran discussions.”1:19:05 – “It’s been painful to watch.”1:20:23 – Thank you, Yaron!1:20:52 – An offering for the WiFi gods1:20:59 – Israeli music artists—any recommendations?1:23:27 – Gratitude for a consistent voice of reason and Rand’s ideas1:23:37 – If doing the right thing for the wrong reason is wrong, does that apply to open-border leftists?1:25:17 – Plato vs. Kant: Honest mysticism vs. deliberate deception?1:26:46 – From Plato’s Cave to Aristotle’s focus on life on EarthThe Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by:-- The Ayn Rand Institute  (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)-- Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein  (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)-- Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)-- Hendershott Wealth Management  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/-- Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project (https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#IranRegime #WesternAppeasement #GovernmentShutdown #JudicialActivism #EconomicReality #FraudExposed #AbortionDebate #MoralClarity #Objectivism #Capitalism #IndividualRightsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Live Feb 1, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 23Trump Op-ed; Epstein Files; Corruption; Iran; Repub Defeat; Good News | Yaron Brook Show🔥 Trump on Defense, Epstein Unsealed, Iran on Edge—Is the System Rotten to the Core?What does it mean when a president has to write an op-ed to defend himself? Why do the Epstein files still matter—and what do they expose about power and corruption?And as Iran teeters, Republicans falter, and markets flash warning signs… is anyone still defending reason, capitalism, and individual rights?On this February 1, 2026 live episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron cuts through the noise on Trump’s latest op-ed, the Epstein revelations, systemic corruption, Iran’s future, Republican defeats—and ends with rare good news worth holding onto.Plus: an electric live Q&A tackling capitalism’s moral defense, inflation myths, courts vs. Trump, tribalism, propaganda, education reform, philosophy, culture—and even music.If you’re tired of evasions, tribal loyalty, and moral cowardice, this episode is for you.👉 Watch live / replay here: https://youtube.com/live/e_86PrX_BLA⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS02:50 Gold & Silver – What markets are really signaling05:50 Trump Op-Ed – Strength or surrender?38:35 Epstein Files – What power still wants hidden52:40 Corruption – Not a bug, but a feature?1:01:00 Iran – Regime change… at what cost?1:05:45 Republican Defeat – Why conservatives keep losing1:10:10 Good News – Yes, there is some💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS (SELECTED)1:17:47 Does a president writing an op-ed mean he’s already lost?1:19:51 Does therapy reinforce destructive altruistic guilt?1:23:46 Are courts the last barrier before civil unrest?1:25:32 Can printing money ever “solve” government debt?1:31:01 Why defend capitalism morally—not just economically?1:34:43 Star Trek DS9 “Duet” — moral meaning worth revisiting?1:37:12 Is ICE mainstreaming white supremacy?1:40:36 Germany warns citizens about US travel—how bad is it?1:44:12 Iran regime change—who fills the vacuum?1:46:20 Philosophy book recommendations?1:47:08 Is there any appetite left for deregulation?1:49:26 See pinned comment for more audience questionsThe Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by:-- The Ayn Rand Institute  (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)-- Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein  (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)-- Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)-- Hendershott Wealth Management  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/-- Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project (https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3 #TrumpOpEd #EpsteinFiles #IranCrisis #PoliticalCorruption #Capitalism #GoldAndSilver #Republicans #FreeMarkets #IndividualRights #TradePolicy #USDollar #Authoritarianism #CostOfSilence ##ObjectivismBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Live January 28, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12 - Episode 22Iran; Trade & Immigration; US Dollar; Ukraine; AI& IP; Silence | Yaron Brook ShowFrom Iran to AI: Trade Wars, Dollar Decay, and the Deadly Price of SilenceThe world is drifting toward chaos—and too many people are staying silent.On this episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron cuts through the noise to tackle the biggest threats facing America and the West: Iran’s ambitions, trade and immigration distortions, the weakening U.S. dollar, Ukraine’s future, the war over AI and intellectual property—and the moral cost of choosing silence in the face of authoritarianism.Why does silence empower the worst actors?Are tariffs and immigration controls destroying prosperity?Is America sliding toward banana-republic status?And what happens when fear replaces reason?This is a wide-ranging, no-holds-barred episode connecting geopolitics, economics, technology, and philosophy—ending with a powerful meditation on why silence is never neutral.👇 Watch, engage, and join the conversation live.🎥 Watch here: https://youtube.com/live/sM3Km9Y_xls⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro01:00 Upcoming Shows & Schedule02:00 Iran: Threats, Appeasement, and Western Weakness19:50 Trade & Immigration: Protectionism vs Prosperity35:20 The U.S. Dollar: Decline, Inflation, and Global Confidence51:50 Ukraine: Strategy, Morality, and the West’s Resolve59:35 AI & Intellectual Property: Innovation or State Control?1:06:30 The Cost of Silence: Why Moral Evasion Fuels Tyranny💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS 59:15 🇨🇭 What can the Swiss Franc teach us about sound money?1:23:31 If Democrats gain supermajorities, will they unleash ICE-style crackdowns on the wealthy? Where does this end?1:25:33 Netanyahu credits free markets for Israel’s skyscraper boom—what’s the lesson for the U.S.?1:27:58 Why does reason scare people more than ignorance?1:29:56 Thoughts on Ben Shapiro’s comments on ICE and the Alex Pretty shooting?1:30:44 Is MAGA collapsing—and will the GOP be forced to rebuild?1:31:25 If courts uphold Trump’s tariffs, are we drifting into dictatorship?1:32:05 If you’re wealthy, is California still the best place to live?1:32:49 Has the U.S. become a banana republic?1:33:12 Is it illegal to be in public without ID—and how far can federal power go?1:33:51 Is constant noise better than silence—or does silence still matter?1:34:47 Has Minnesota shattered the myth of the “warmth of collectivism”?1:36:18 Final thoughts on gold, dollars, and monetary realitySee timpstamps in comments for questions.The Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by:-- The Ayn Rand Institute  (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)-- Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein  (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)-- Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)-- Hendershott Wealth Management  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/-- Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project (https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#Iran #TradePolicy #ImmigrationDebate #USDollar #UkraineWar #AIRegulation #FreeMarkets #Authoritarianism #CostOfSilence #IndividualRights #FreeSpeech #Capitalism #ObjectivismBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Live January 27, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 21ICE Retreat? Israel Hostages; Tariffs & Trade; Iran; China Purge | Yaron Brook ShowICE Retreats, Israel Fights, China Purges — and the World Drifts Toward MidnightIs the U.S. already backing down on ICE enforcement—or just retreating into something worse?As Israel fights for its hostages, Iran escalates, China purges dissent, and tariffs threaten global trade, one question hangs in the air: are we watching the slow collapse of freedom—or its last stand?In this explosive live episode, Yaron Brook cuts through the hysteria to expose what’s really driving today’s political chaos—from immigration crackdowns and economic nationalism to nihilism, altruism, and America’s creeping constitutional crisis. No slogans. No tribalism. Just ruthless clarity.🔥 Topics include:• Is ICE doomed to fizzle—or morph into something more dangerous?• Why Israel’s hostage crisis matters to the entire free world• Tariffs, trade wars, and the myth of “economic nationalism”• Iran, China, and the authoritarian model’s hidden weaknesses• Are we drifting closer to midnight—or can reason still win?Stick around for a wide-ranging, brutally honest AMA covering civil war fears, MAGA, altruism, birthrates, capitalism vs communism, and whether evading reality has become America’s national pastime.👇 Jump to the segments below and join the fight for ideas worth defending.🎥 Watch the full episode: https://youtube.com/live/fOKSyCm6910⏱️ Topic Timestamps01:25 – ICE Retreat? Is brute force unsustainable in the West?29:20 – Israel Hostages: Moral clarity vs diplomatic evasion40:15 – Tariffs & Trade: Why protectionism always backfires52:10 – Iran: Deterrence, appeasement, and regime survival1:04:15 – China Purge: Strength or panic from the CCP?💬 Live Audience Questions 1:14:39 – Did Rand underestimate how long mixed economies can survive before collapse?1:17:48 – Why can subtle evil last longer than explicit brutality?1:19:25 – Is the Doomsday Clock just nihilism in lab coats?1:20:33 – Are we in a constitutional crisis—and do we need a crisis clock?1:22:34 – Is staying silent to protect your income moral cowardice?1:24:05 – Did South Park nail the ICE hysteria?1:24:25 – Why does altruism treat evil as all-powerful?1:26:35 – Would red states really beat blue states in a civil war?1:27:28 – Is MAGA a reflection of cultural nihilism?1:28:15 – Is MAGA inherently racist—or is that evasion?1:29:22 – Why do people cling to lies no matter the evidence?1:29:55 – How would Israel fare in a war with China?1:31:09 – Why are Americans so poorly traveled despite high incomes?1:33:12 – Why deny assimilated illegals a path to citizenship?1:34:33 – Why have education and career outcomes flipped for men and women?1:36:12 – Thoughts on Valiant no longer identifying as Objectivist?1:36:34 – Can the midterms restrain Trump—and how would he react?1:38:01 – Are falling birthrates a crisis or a liberation?1:40:14 – Milton Friedman, Bitcoin, and the future of freedom1:40:42 – Is joining Heritage to change it from within a mistake?1:41:14 – China vs U.S.: Are cheap, reliable products proof communism works?See pinned comment for additional timestampsThe Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by:-- The Ayn Rand Institute  (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)-- Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein  (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)-- Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)-- Hendershott Wealth Management  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/-- Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project (https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#ICE #IsraelHostages #ChinaPurge #Iran #Tariffs #FreeMarkets #IllegalImmigration #Authoritarianism #Inflation #IndividualRights #FreeSpeech #Capitalism #ObjectivismBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Live January 26, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 20ICE Latest Killing; Illegal Immigration; China Purge; Price Changes | Yaron Brook ShowICE as Judge, Jury, and Executioner? Immigration, China’s Purge, and the Price We’re Paying for Political NihilismICE is no longer just enforcing the law—it’s igniting outrage, fear, and a fundamental debate about state power and individual rights.In this live January 26, 2026 episode of the Yaron Brook Show, Yaron tackles the latest ICE killing, the broader crisis of illegal immigration, China’s internal purge, and why rising prices reflect far more than “corporate greed.” What emerges is a chilling picture of a society drifting toward nihilism—cheered on by political tribes who care less about truth than about winning.🔥 Are Americans right to be furious with ICE?🔥 Is immigration being weaponized to expand government power?🔥 What does China’s purge tell us about where authoritarianism really leads?🔥 And why are prices rising even when politicians swear they’ve “fixed” the economy?The live audience Q&A goes even deeper—covering free speech, Islam vs. Christianity, Ayn Rand, envy, socialism, MAGA, travel advice, and whether a free people will ultimately fight back.If you care about reason, individual rights, and the future of freedom, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.🎥 Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/ONuCh5HhusQ⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS03:40 ICE Latest Killing – law enforcement or state violence?47:00 Illegal Immigration – borders, work, welfare, and rights1:09:05 China Purge – authoritarian power in action1:15:40 Price Changes – inflation, policy, and reality💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS1:25:53 Why nihilists cheer Trump’s worst impulses1:27:15 “Basket of deplorables” – right vs. left brutality1:28:48 Are we just coasting on Ancient Greek ideas?1:30:59 Rush’s Witch Hunt—45 years later, nothing’s changed?1:31:38 NSA, FISA, and real surveillance limits1:34:04 Will Islam outgrow Christianity long-term?1:35:38 Has any politician ever run on rational immigration?1:38:03 A note of appreciation in insane times1:38:20 Porto travel recommendations 🇵🇹1:39:12 Gestapo vs. ICE—why public pushback matters1:40:12 Is socialism compatible with anarchy?1:41:24 Who’s actually in charge of enforcement?1:42:23 ICE or gang violence—why perception matters1:42:44 Is envy weaker in Asia than the West?1:44:15 Will free people ever surrender freedom?1:44:32 The hardest Ayn Rand writings to grasp1:45:39 Can a future president dismantle ICE?1:46:06 Budget travel strategy for Porto & ARC1:47:21 MAGA as a permanent state of agitation1:48:49 China vs. MAGA—what really deserves attention1:51:31 Gold, Trump, and ballroom economics 😄1:52:01 Austin trip details - see http://yaronbrookshow.comThe Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by:-- The Ayn Rand Institute  (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)-- Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein  (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)-- Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)-- Hendershott Wealth Management  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/-- Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project (https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#ICE #IllegalImmigration #Authoritarianism #China #Inflation #IndividualRights #FreeSpeech #AynRand #Capitalism #GoldStandard #Statism #WesternValues #ObjectivismBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Recorded live on Jan 24, 2026Season 12, Episode 19AMA & Hangout with Contributors (Jan 2026) | Yaron Brook ShowICE, Trump, and the Battle for America’s Soul | Freedom, Masculinity & the Enlightenment Under FireFederal agents in the streets. Allies treated like enemies. Intellectuals sidelined while power politics reign.In this wide-ranging live AMA & Hangout with Contributors, Yaron Brook takes on the growing authoritarian impulse in America—from ICE actions in Minneapolis to Trump’s erratic foreign policy threats against Canada, Iran, and beyond. The conversation expands into deeper territory: the collapse of intellectual culture, the meaning of heroic masculinity, the Enlightenment’s role in preserving freedom, and whether the American experiment itself is nearing a breaking point.Expect unfiltered analysis, tough moral questions, and direct engagement with supporters asking what reason, courage, and defiance demand right now.📌 Topics include:* ICE, civil disobedience, and federal power vs. local authority* Trump’s tariffs, threats, and incoherent foreign policy* Authoritarianism vs. the Enlightenment tradition* Masculinity, joy, and moral confidence in dark times* Immigration, borders, and the rule of law* Whether America is losing its identity—and what that means for the world🎥 Watch the full episode: https://youtube.com/live/XwiURn9TirM👉 Join future AMAs by supporting the show on Patreon: / yaronbrook❤️ Subscribe, like, and share if you value independent, reason-based commentary.⏱️ MAIN TOPIC TIMESTAMPS0:00 – Introduction & show opening1:02 – ICE incident in Minneapolis & legal open carry in Minnesota3:21 – Iran, military action4:12 – Ideologies: dictatorships, anarchism & power12:30 – Political turmoil & competing views on ICE25:50 – Near-term predictions29:31 – Trump, authoritarianism & Europe’s response32:25 – Joy in life & myths about masculinity37:13 – Heroic masculinity & the triumph of good over evil41:35 – Freedom, Israel & public defenders49:20 – The adversarial legal system & the American experiment🎙️ LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS51:13 – Is the American experiment coming to an end?51:48 – Why do so many people seem to enjoy the suffering of others—was it always this way?54:33 – Are ICE units becoming America’s Gestapo? What happens after the midterms?57:06 – How do you stay close to family who are hardcore MAGA supporters?1:03:01 – Should we worry about Canada’s growing ties with China?1:05:02 – “Defiance, not obedience”—what would Ayn Rand demand today?1:23:32 – Why is mysticism and “consciousness primacy” gaining ground again?1:26:14 – Is America losing its identity—and does the world depend on it?1:27:35 – Machiavelli, Robert Greene, and power politics: useful or corrupting?1:28:58 – Trump threatens 100% tariffs on Canada—serious policy or reckless bluster?1:33:01 – Is oppression always rooted in fear?1:35:35 – Should Objectivists be willing to get arrested resisting ICE?1:36:24 – Is Trump mentally and physically deteriorating—and could pressure force him out?1:52:39 – Are we closer to authoritarianism under Trump than under FDR?1:56:28 – Does the adversarial court system best protect the innocent?1:58:43 – Open immigration vs. open borders—what’s the real difference?2:05:33 – Is rising hatred toward immigrants driven by modern Volkism?See Yaron's timestamped comment for full questions The Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by -- The Ayn Rand Institute (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)-- Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)-- Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)-- Hendershott Wealth Management (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/-- Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project (https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3 #AynRand #Objectivism #FreeMarkets #WesternCivilization #IndividualRights #ICE #Authoritarianism #TrumpPolitics #FreeSpeech #EnlightenmentValues #AmericanExperiment  #ReasonAndFreedom #PoliticalPhilosophyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Live January 23, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowEvaluating ICE; Free Speech; Trump FP; BOP; Iran; Gold; Intel; Murder | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 18ICE, Free Speech, and the Moral Collapse of the StateFrom Trump’s Foreign Policy to Iran, Gold, and the War on CompetenceIs ICE a necessary arm of the rule of law—or a symptom of statism run amok?Is free speech dying by censorship… or by cowardice?And does Trump’s foreign policy represent realism—or raw evasion?In this explosive episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron takes on ICE, free speech absolutism, Trump’s foreign policy, Iran, gold, intelligence failures, and America’s rising murder rates—through the ruthless lens of reason, individual rights, and moral clarity.The second half is pure fire: live audience questions on Nazism vs. modern statism, Islamic fundamentalism, narcissism, deportation, culture change, Ayn Rand’s immigration status, economic equilibrium, and whether America is sprinting toward National Socialism.If you’re tired of evasions, moral fog, and “moderate” nonsense—this episode is for you.👉 Watch here: https://youtube.com/live/bZ6vPkKyJJ4⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS02:35 – ICE: Rule of Law or Rule of Men?24:30 – Free Speech: Absolute or Empty Slogan?30:20 – Trump’s Foreign Policy: Strategy or Chaos?41:40 – The “Board of Peace” Explained44:15 – Iran: Deterrence, Appeasement, or War?50:15 – Gold, Money, and Monetary Illusions1:10:40 – Intelligence Failures and National Security1:13:05 – Murder Rates and Cultural Breakdown💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS 1:22:24 – Did Communism & Nazism target the competent—while modern statism feeds off them?1:22:27 – Why do mixed economies lurch toward evil so easily?1:23:38 – How do you reach “moderates” who deny Islamic fundamentalism?1:25:33 – ICE, ISIS, and moral equivalence—serious or satire?1:26:44 – Is Trump quietly dismantling the UN?1:28:17 – Are Americans more eager for National Socialism than Europeans?1:29:03 – Does Trump suffer from narcissism—or an inferiority complex?1:31:09 – Travel question: Cape Town—worth it?1:34:22 – Are critics of ICE blinded by media hysteria?1:37:56 – Dementia claims about Trump: credible or smear?1:39:24 – Was Ayn Rand an illegal immigrant—and does it matter?1:41:26 – Does economic equilibrium mean anything in currency markets?1:43:19 – Is deportation an admission of judicial failure?1:45:15 – How does Objectivism explain U.S. dominance amid anti-reason culture?1:51:42 – Why are rights-violating nations almost always the aggressors?See comment for full questions with time stampsThe Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by:-- The Ayn Rand Institute  (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)-- Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein  (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)-- Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)-- Hendershott Wealth Management  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/-- Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project (https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#ICE #FreeSpeech #TrumpForeignPolicy #Iran #Objectivism #IndividualRights #GoldStandard #Statism #WesternValues #Objectivism #CapitalismBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Live January 22, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 17Zelensky; Board of Peace; Gaza; Iran; Trump's FMs; Jack Smith; Interest Rates | Yaron Brook Show“Strongmen, Free Speech, and the Road to Tyranny: From Zelensky to Trump”Is the world drifting toward strongman rule—and cheering it on?From Zelensky’s moral clarity to Trump’s flirtation with dictatorship, this episode of The Yaron Brook Show dives head-first into the collapse of liberal values, the rise of authoritarian instincts, and the intellectual confusion poisoning global politics.Yaron takes on the so-called “Board of Peace,” the moral catastrophe in Gaza, Iran’s growing threat, and the dangerous erosion of free speech and free markets—while answering hard-hitting live questions about Trump, intelligence vs. cunning, international law, ICE raids, and whether America could slide into dictatorship or theocracy.If you care about individual rights, moral clarity, and the future of freedom, this is a must-watch.👉 Watch here: https://youtube.com/live/K13WTPYP_Ms👇 Jump to the topics that matter most to you below.⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS03:40 Zelensky: Moral clarity in an immoral world16:05 The “Board of Peace” & the fantasy of global governance24:00 Gaza: Moral evasion and the war on reality35:55 Iran: Appeasement, force, and Western weakness44:35 Free speech under pressure—Left & Right54:15 Jack Smith, Trump, and the mob-boss model of power1:06:50 Emily Schrader on Israel, culture, and moral courage1:39:30 Trump’s “Free Markets”: Rhetoric vs. reality💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS 1:12:40 Is it possible to win two elections without real intelligence—or is it just luck?1:16:58 China’s quiet takeover of Iceland: coincidence or strategy?1:18:49 Trump, Hitler, and the danger of popular tyrants. Why people ignore dictators when they tell you exactly who they are 1:20:44 Ayn Rand, protests, and the morality of blocking public roads1:22:59 Smart vs. intelligent: what actually matters?1:26:10 Could Trump use force to stay in power? What are the warning signs?1:29:04 Could America become a Christian theocracy?1:34:00 If Yaron were president: how to secure Ukraine’s victory—without nukes1:46:46 If ICE enters your home without a warrant—what are your moral rights?1:47:15 How ordinary people rationalize state violence done “in their name”📌 See pinned comment for additional timestamps.The Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by:-- The Ayn Rand Institute  (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)-- Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein  (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)-- Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)-- Hendershott Wealth Management  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/-- Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project (https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#Trump #Zelensky #Authoritarianism #FreeSpeech #Iran #Gaza #IndividualRights #FreeMarkets #Objectivism #IranPolicy #UkraineWar #WesternCivilization #GlobalElites #CapitalismBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

📺  Live January 21, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 16Davos -- Greenland, EU, European Defense, Ukraine, Iran; Fed & SCOTUS | Yaron Brook ShowDavos Delusions: Greenland Grabs, EU Power Plays, Trump’s Whiplash & the Collapse of Western ResolveThe global elites gathered in Davos—but are they steering the world… or running it straight into the ground?In this explosive episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron cuts through the Davos fog to expose the real meaning behind Greenland geopolitics, EU centralization, European defense fantasies, Trump’s erratic foreign policy, Iran, Ukraine, and the growing rot at the heart of Western civilization. From the cult of political strongmen to the moral vacuum driving today’s global institutions, this is a no-holds-barred analysis you won’t hear anywhere else.Is Europe serious about defending itself—or outsourcing responsibility while expanding bureaucracy?Is Trump a dealmaker… or a bully who folds the moment he’s challenged?And is Islamism merely a symptom—or the consequence of a civilization that’s lost confidence in its own values?💥 Add in fiery live audience questions on Trump’s cult following, international law, economic controls, white supremacist rallies, and whether Western civilization is already finished—and this episode becomes essential viewing.👉 Watch, share, and join the fight for reason, capitalism, and Western values.🎥 Watch live here: https://youtube.com/live/NsYmgio-GZo⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS02:00 – Greenland & Global Power Politics10:12 – EU INC Proposal: When Bureaucrats Borrow Yaron Brook Ideas11:30 – The EU: Centralization vs. Sovereignty16:00 – European Defense: Reality or Fantasy?27:10 – Trump’s Davos Speech: A Masterclass in Whiplash38:50 – Iran: Appeasement, Confusion, or Strategy?53:35 – Ukraine & the Moral Failure of the West55:55 – The Fed, SCOTUS & Economic Manipulation1:00:20 – Lutnick at Davos1:09:10 – Why Islamism Is the Problem💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS1:15:05 – Can love really defeat evil? Where MLK gets it wrong1:17:42 – Do elites need the Islamist threat to stay in power?1:20:38 – If Trump flips on Greenland, will Iran be next?1:23:36 – Sherman or Patton: who had the right moral clarity?1:25:41 – Should “efficient” EU-style governance be the goal?1:27:17 – Is Western civilization already over?1:28:02 – Why does Trump inspire cult-like devotion?1:31:39 – The real economic damage of Trump’s credit card caps1:35:05 – Was LBJ a thug—and how does that compare to Trump?1:37:01 – Should international law override U.S. law?1:38:49 – White supremacist rallies & moral collapse1:40:52 – Is insider trading driving Trump-era policy swings?1:45:42 – Rand vs. the post-WWII world order1:47:53 – Could Trump invade the wrong island?The Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by:-- The Ayn Rand Institute  (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)-- Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein  (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)-- Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)-- Hendershott Wealth Management  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/-- Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project (https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#Greenland #Syria #ISIS #CanadaPolitics #Authoritarianism #IndividualRights #Objectivism #WorldPolitics #Davos2026 #GreenlandCrisis #EuropeanUnion #Trump2026 #IranPolicy #UkraineWar #WesternCivilization #GlobalElites #CapitalismBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

📺  Live January 20, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 15A New World Order – Greenland, EU, Russia, China, ME, The Dollar, & Trade | Yaron Brook ShowGlobal Chaos or Capitalist Order? Trump, Tariffs, and the Fight for the Free WorldThe world order is cracking—and no one wants to admit why.From Greenland and NATO to China, Russia, the Middle East, tariffs, AI, and the fate of the U.S. dollar, this episode takes on the geopolitical earthquake reshaping global power. Are we witnessing the collapse of American leadership—or its reckless reinvention?In this episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron delivers a no-nonsense, philosophically grounded analysis of the emerging “New World Order,” cutting through media hysteria and nationalist fantasies to expose what’s really driving today’s global instability.🔥 Trump’s tariffs.🔥 Trade wars and market crashes.🔥 NATO, Europe, and military responsibility.🔥 Imperialism vs. Americanism.🔥 AI growth masking economic damage.🔥 China, Russia, and the illusion of strength.The second half features hard-hitting live audience questions—from Enlightenment philosophy and Objectivism to Trump’s psychology, imperial ambition, and whether constitutional government itself is being discredited in real time.If you care about freedom, capitalism, and Western civilization, this is a must-watch.👇 Join the debate. Like, share, and challenge the narrative.🎥 Watch live or replay: https://youtube.com/live/vCXuplAdfu0⏱️Timestamps🌍 Main Topic 00:50 A New World Order – Greenland, EU, Russia, China, Middle East, the Dollar & Trade💬 Live Audience Questions52:29 Does inconsistent show timing hurt SuperChat revenue?58:10 Can the Enlightenment survive without universities?59:50 If Trump were a Navy captain, would he be ruled unfit?1:01:26 Why does Trump treat Russia better than NATO allies?1:03:22 Do tariff threats directly tank markets—and can courts stop them?1:04:53 Is Trump miserable—or addicted to chaos and attention?1:06:35 Will Wall Street rein Trump in to protect markets and Greenland?1:06:58 Did voters underestimate how radical Trump would be?1:07:38 Europe should pay more—how can it rebuild American trust?1:10:16 Does NATO actually make the world safer—and richer?1:11:51 Is AI growth masking the real damage of tariffs?1:15:57 Is “wokeness” preferable to imperialism and ICE authoritarianism?1:16:42 Has Trump discredited constitutional government itself?1:17:58 How do you morally cope with leaders who cause mass harm?1:19:17 Trump’s prescription drug plan—real reform or populism?1:20:51 Why wasn’t Greenland handled through NATO cooperation?1:21:34 Is Americanism visibly dying?1:21:59 Trump’s “Greater America” AI image—authoritarian symbolism?1:23:19 Is Ayn Rand really “for teenagers”?1:24:56 Is Trump textbook primacy of consciousness?1:25:21 How do you promote Rand on hostile campuses today?1:26:38 Bring Scott McDonald back to discuss China?1:26:58 Crypto memecoins and impeachable offenses?1:27:39 Does Trump worship strength—or just its appearance?1:28:16 Rand on intellectual honesty vs. modern politics1:29:20 Original sin, Judaism, and Christianity explained1:32:26 See pinned comment for additional questionsThe Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by:-- The Ayn Rand Institute  (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)-- Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein  (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)-- Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)-- Hendershott Wealth Management  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/-- Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project (https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#ICE #Greenland #Syria #ISIS #CanadaPolitics #Authoritarianism #IndividualRights #Objectivism #NewWorldOrder #GlobalPolitics #TrumpTariffs #NATO #ChinaVsUS #FreeMarkets #Capitalism #WesternValuesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

📺  Live January 19, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 14Greenland; Board of Peace; Syria & ISIS; Canada; Army-Navy; ICE | Yaron Brook ShowGreenland Grabs, ICE Raids & the Collapse of Sovereignty — The West at a Breaking PointThe world is shifting fast—and not in a good direction.From Greenland’s strategic importance to the rise of a so-called “Board of Peace,” from Syria and ISIS to ICE raids, Canada’s alliances, and America’s moral collapse, this episode of The Yaron Brook Show takes no prisoners.Yaron Brook cuts through the propaganda and exposes the ideas driving today’s chaos:authoritarianism disguised as order, nationalism without individual rights, and a West unsure whether it even wants to survive.If you’re tired of evasions, tribalism, and moral cowardice—this episode is for you.👇 Watch live, challenge the ideas, and join the conversation. https://youtube.com/live/hz-wYyZyeEQ⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS02:00 – 🇬🇱 Greenland: Why the Arctic suddenly matters—and what’s really at stake36:05 – ☮️ The “Board of Peace”: Moral fraud or dangerous fantasy?48:50 – 💣 Syria & ISIS: What happens when evil is tolerated1:04:55 – 🇨🇦 Canada: Sovereignty, China, and moral compromise1:10:10 – ⚔️ Army–Navy: Militaries, masculinity, and national purpose1:13:50 – 🚨 ICE: Law enforcement or authoritarian theater?💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS 1:33:39 – Is the Trump administration losing public support—or doubling down on authoritarianism?1:35:22 – Rand’s warning: Is America being morally devoured by global altruism?1:36:31 – From Wozniak to Microsoft: What antitrust really destroys1:38:00 – Is sovereignty defined by borders—or by individual rights?1:43:59 – Canada & China: Strategic alliance or national self-betrayal?1:45:25 – ICE, enchiladas, and the absurdity of power1:46:43 – Healing after betrayal: Can philosophy guide personal recovery?1:47:28 – Is the 25th Amendment inevitable?1:48:35 – Should Objectivists act—or focus purely on ideas?1:49:35 – Trump, Hitler, and the danger of false comparisons1:50:07 – When antisemitism explodes, is society already dying?1:50:57 – Supreme Court delays: Division, pressure, or political fear?1:52:02 – What replaces masculinity when it’s demonized?1:53:22 – Jason Rheins vs. Trump: Will it happen?1:54:50 – Was Hitler more popular than Trump early on?1:55:19 – Sisu and WWII Finland: Who really stood where?1:55:55 – Can Republicans survive politically after alienating Hispanics?1:56:20 – GoFundMe, ICE, and moral inversion1:56:37 – Goebbels then, Stephen Miller now?1:57:11 – IDF marching: Does it matter?1:57:46 – Mark Carney & Qatar: Canada’s next compromise1:58:10 – Is sovereign immunity morally defensible?1:59:08 – Do syllogisms still matter in modern thinking?➡️ See pinned comment for additional timestampsThe Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by:-- The Ayn Rand Institute  (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)-- Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein  (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)-- Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)-- Hendershott Wealth Management  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/-- Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project (https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#ICE #Greenland #Syria #ISIS #CanadaPolitics #Authoritarianism #IndividualRights #Objectivism #WorldPoliticsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

The Yaron Brook Show📺 Live Jan 17, 2026Season 12, Episode 13Constitutional Republic - If You Can Keep It; Iran Tragedy; Review | Yaron Brook Show“A Republic on the Brink: Can America Survive Tribalism, Tyranny, and Moral Collapse?”“If you can keep it.”Benjamin Franklin’s warning has never sounded more urgent.In this explosive episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron dissects the accelerating collapse of America’s constitutional republic—from creeping authoritarianism and tribal politics to the moral vacuum driving today’s cultural and geopolitical crises.🔥 Is the U.S. sliding toward dictatorship?🔥 Has Trump’s foreign policy sealed Iran’s fate?🔥 Are ICE and federal power becoming instruments of arbitrary rule?🔥 Why do people love Atlas Shrugged—yet miss its philosophy entirely?Yaron breaks down what a constitutional republic actually requires to survive, why law and order often masks authoritarian impulses, and how hatred—not ideas—now binds political movements on both left and right.The episode also features a thoughtful review of Forks in the Road by Larry Radtke, a philosophical reflection on choice, character, and moral direction—precisely what our culture is failing to grasp.💬 Live audience questions push the conversation even further, confronting:-- ICE, deportations, and historical parallels to authoritarian regimes-- Proof-of-citizenship demands and the boundaries of executive power-- Will, focus, and moral agency in an age of despair-- Free speech betrayals by today’s “conservatives”-- The growth of government from constitutional limits to leviathanThis is not partisan commentary.It’s a moral and philosophical reckoning with the future of freedom.👇 Watch. Share. Defend the republic—while it can still be kept.⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS04:10 – Constitutional Republic: “If You Can Keep It”1:06:15 – Iran Tragedy: Trump, Weakness, and Consequences1:15:50 – Book Review: Forks in the Road – Larry Radtke🔗 https://www.amazon.com/FORKS-ROAD-LARRY-RADTKE-ebook/dp/B0D1CWY8HD/💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS 1:26:42 – Can people live better lives from Rand’s novels without grasping the philosophy?1:31:19 – “Is there no one who can help us?” — Andor, Ghorman, and moral collapse1:32:16 – Is tribal hatred replacing ideas as the glue of politics?1:34:52 – DHS mocking deportations: Authoritarian culture or moral rot?1:36:36 – Is “law and order” just obedience to power?1:39:16 – Will, focus, and choosing consciousness1:41:05 – Mandatory proof of citizenship: Are we nearing dictatorship?1:42:02 – Auschwitz, ideology, and history repeating1:43:17 – ICE vs. Gestapo: What stops the slide?1:45:10 – AI, China, and preemptive imperialism?1:48:01 – Did Trump lose Iran?1:48:43 – Free speech frauds on the right1:49:43 – Members-only shows & OPAR strategy1:50:29 – Posting ICE locations: Incitement or resistance?1:51:44 – “Preemptive fascism” to stop the left?1:52:46 – Objectivism under fire—and standing firm1:53:15 – How did limited government become massive?1:53:37 – More questions in pinned commentThe Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by:-- The Ayn Rand Institute (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)-- Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)-- Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)-- Hendershott Wealth Management (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/-- Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project (https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com)Join this channel to get access to perks: / @yaronbrookLike what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:/ yaronbrookshow or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or / yaronbrookshowOr make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#TrumpIran #PoliceState #FreeSpeech #Authoritarianism #Capitalism #IndividualRights #Objectivism #AynRand #freedom #IranCrisis #ConstitutionalRepublic #LimitedGovernment#IranCrisis #AmericanFounding #LibertyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

The Yaron Brook Show📺 Live Jan 15, 2026Season 12, Episode 12Iran Betrayed?; Insurrection Act; Gaza; Russia; Germany; Musk; Abortion Pill | Yaron Brook ShowIran Betrayed? Trump’s Emergency Powers, Gaza’s Future & the Collapse of Moral ClarityIs America sleepwalking into authoritarianism—while betraying its allies and its own principles?In this explosive live episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron dissects the moral, political, and philosophical chaos shaping today’s world—from Iran and Gaza to Trump’s flirtation with emergency powers, Europe’s drift, and the collapse of truth in science and politics.If you’re tired of evasions, moral cowardice, and tribal thinking, this episode pulls no punches. Yaron tackles the Insurrection Act, geopolitical betrayal, Germany’s failures, Russia’s aggression, Elon Musk’s influence, the abortion pill debate—and the absurdities defining modern culture.💥 Plus: a marathon of hard-hitting live audience questions on dictatorship fears, nihilism on the Right and Left, Iran’s tipping point, tariffs, Greenland, currency collapse, and whether the Objectivist movement is fighting hard enough.👉 Watch, share, and join the fight for reason. https://youtube.com/live/W1knTi4Tyyk🔔 Subscribe & turn on notifications so you don’t miss future live shows.⏱️ Topic Timestamps01:05 – Iran Betrayed?23:25 – Insurrection Act & Trump’s Emergency Powers37:05 – Gaza: Moral Clarity or Strategic Failure?46:25 – Russia and the Future of Western Resolve52:40 – Germany’s Drift and Europe’s Crisis54:30 – Elon Musk: Hero, Threat, or Symptom?1:00:05 – The Abortion Pill Debate1:06:30 – Can Men Get Pregnant? The Collapse of Reality💬 Live Audience Questions 1:15:21 – Should OPAR study groups include professional philosophers—or is that unnecessary?1:18:18 – Can Rand’s aesthetics counter today’s political death spiral?1:19:39 – Is North Korea “sustainable” without China propping it up?1:24:03 – Could Trump use the Insurrection Act to impose de facto martial law?1:24:30 – Is Trump accelerating America toward dictatorship?1:31:44 – If Iran’s revolution fails, does Trump share the blame?1:34:41 – Is the Right now more nihilistic—and more dangerous—than the Left?1:36:49 – Is the Objectivist movement aggressive enough to win long-term?1:38:00 – 80 years after the Holocaust—why is this ideology resurging?1:41:30 – Why is Trump eager to use force at home but timid abroad?1:44:54 – Is ICE a legitimate function of government in a rational society?1:46:13 – See pinned comment for additional questions & timestampsThe Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by:-- The Ayn Rand Institute (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)-- Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)-- Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)-- Hendershott Wealth Management (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/-- Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project (https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com)Join this channel to get access to perks: / @yaronbrookLike what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:/ yaronbrookshow or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or / yaronbrookshowOr make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#ICEraids #TrumpIran #PoliceState #FreeSpeech #Authoritarianism #Capitalism #TradeWars #IndividualRights #Objectivism #AynRand #freedom #IranCrisis #InsurrectionAct #GazaWarBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

The Yaron Brook Show📺 Live Jan 14, 2026Season 12, Episode 11ICE in Minneapolis; Trump & Iran; Greenland; Trade; Brain Drain: Cancer + | Yaron Brook Show  ICE Raids, Trump’s Iran Gambit & the Rise of the Police State — Is America Still Free?America is changing—fast. And not for the better.From ICE operations in Minneapolis to Trump’s confrontations with Iran, from the Greenland debacle to trade wars, brain drain, and the politicization of science, this episode exposes how authoritarianism is creeping in from all sides—and why both Left and Right are fueling it.Is the U.S. drifting toward Gestapo-style policing?Are tariffs, immigration crackdowns, and nationalist theatrics destroying American prosperity?And what happens to freedom when fear replaces objective law?In this explosive live episode, Yaron Brook cuts through the hysteria to defend individual rights, capitalism, and reason—while taking on some of the most intense and emotional audience questions of the season.👇 Watch. Share. And decide for yourself what kind of country you want to live in.👉 Watch the full episode: https://youtube.com/live/KGr9pKkLB5w👕 LIMITED OFFER — YBS ANNIVERSARY FREE SPEECH SHIRTFree shipping on 2+ items (US only)🛒 https://yaronbrookshow-shop.fourthwall.com/products/anniversary-special-the-what-happened-to-free-speech-tee💥 Use promo code: FREESHIP⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS01:55 ICE in Minneapolis — policing or intimidation?30:20 Trump & Iran — brinkmanship or strategy?40:20 Greenland — diplomacy vs. nationalist bluster45:15 Trade wars — who really pays the price?51:20 Brain drain — why talent is fleeing bad policy59:50 Cancer & innovation — what politics gets wrong1:01:45 Microplastics panic — junk science or real threat?💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS 1:14:17 Ending dual citizenship — freedom or nationalism?1:17:50 Bolton on Greenland — did Trump sabotage diplomacy?1:19:29 Mental illness & free will — does choice still apply?1:21:22 Trump flips the finger — “strong leader” or thug?1:22:02 Objective law vs. presumed guilt — are we losing due process?1:22:58 ICE fear & racial profiling — unconstitutional by design?1:23:34 Can a new administration prosecute past abuses?1:24:10 Asylum seekers detained for months — justice or cruelty?1:24:47 JD Vance 2028 — worse than Trump?1:25:54 Sanctuary cities — compassion or incentive?1:26:53 How do we stop rising authoritarianism?1:28:01 Fascism vs. communism — which collapses faster?1:28:43 Ayn Rand on love — is it rare by necessity?1:31:42 If ICE demands ID, should you refuse?1:31:51 Supreme Court & tariffs — fear of the “Orange Viking”?1:33:06 Illegals voting in Michigan — myth or reality?1:34:12 Will Americans tolerate police-state tactics?1:35:14 Is the world even savable?1:35:30 Should government fund science at all?1:37:27 Cutting off pro-ICE friends — moral clarity or tribalism?📌 See pinned comment for additional timestampsThe Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by:-- The Ayn Rand Institute (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)-- Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)-- Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)-- Hendershott Wealth Management (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/-- Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project (https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com)Join this channel to get access to perks: / @yaronbrookLike what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:/ yaronbrookshow or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or / yaronbrookshowOr make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#ICEraids #TrumpIran #PoliceState #FreeSpeech #Authoritarianism #Capitalism #TradeWars #IndividualRights #racism #immigration #Objectivism #AynRand #FreedomBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

The Yaron Brook Show📺 Live Jan 12, 2026Season 12, Episode 10Trump The Viking? – Foreign & Economic Policy | Yaron Brook ShowTrump the Viking? America’s Descent into Shame, Tariffs, and TribalismIs America drifting toward a Viking-style foreign policy—raid first, think later?In this explosive episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron dismantles Trump’s foreign and economic policies, from Iran and tariffs to immigration enforcement and the moral collapse of both left and right.Drawing on Andrew Sullivan’s provocative “Viking foreign policy” framing, Yaron exposes the absence of shame, the rise of tribalism (even inside Objectivism), and the dangerous embrace of power-for-power’s-sake politics. From Gaza and Israel, to ICE raids, to the Supreme Court’s looming tariff ruling—nothing is off-limits.💥 This episode is raw, wide-ranging, and unsparing.If you care about moral clarity, individual rights, and the future of the West, you don’t want to miss it.👉 Watch live, challenge your assumptions, and bring your toughest questions.⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS02:05 – Iran: Regime survival, isolation, and Western denial13:30 – Trump the Viking? Foreign & Economic Policy👉 👉 (Inspired by Andrew Sullivan: A Viking Foreign Policy)[https://andrewsullivan.substack.com/p/a-viking-foreign-policy]💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS 1:01:54 – What does “value for value” really mean in practice?1:04:00 – “Objectivist tribalists”: fake Randians who only regurgitate slogans?1:05:36 – If Iran survives, what does the long game look like for the regime and the West?1:10:56 – Will the Supreme Court strike down Trump’s tariffs?1:13:29 – Is shamelessness the defining trait of the Trump administration?1:15:29 – When has the U.S. historically harmed Israeli interests—facts vs AIPAC myths1:20:49 – Gaza: Can Israel be morally right and strategically wrong?1:24:24 – Is it moral to disobey ICE?1:26:34 – What should you do if you witness an ICE raid?1:27:04 – Is ICE becoming an engine of ethnic cleansing?1:27:39 – Should Yaron debate Destiny, Peter Schiff, or other major YouTubers?1:29:04 – Would Iran’s fall really cripple radical Islam?1:32:16 – Would an Objectivist anti-ICE rally ever make sense?1:32:56 – Voting Democrat to stop socialism—tragic necessity or moral error?1:33:16 – Why do left and right unite against Israel but not on immigration?1:34:30 – “Don’t tread on me” → “comply or die”: how did this flip happen?1:35:03 – Are European welfare states actually more “efficient”?1:36:04 – Canada: blind spot or future battleground?1:36:34 – Can Trump still shock us with how bad he gets?1:36:46 – AI, war economy, and the military’s future1:38:03 – Feel-good voting: electric taxis and the death of reason1:39:02 – Rome or Florence? (Yes, even philosophers need vacations)1:40:59 – Has Trump permanently altered the global order?The Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by:-- The Ayn Rand Institute (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)-- Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)-- Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)-- Hendershott Wealth Management (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/-- Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project (https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com)Join this channel to get access to perks: / @yaronbrookLike what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:/ yaronbrookshow or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or / yaronbrookshowOr make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#Trump #ForeignPolicy #EconomicPolicy #Iran #ImmigrationDebate #Israel #Tariffs #uspolitics #IranProtests #FederalReserve #Objectivism #FreeSpeech #Capitalism #MiddleEastPolitics #AynRandBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

The Yaron Brook Show📺 Live Jan 12, 2026Season 12, Episode 9Iran; Fed vs Trump; ICE; Homeland; Plato in TX; CA Billionaires; Dems & Hamas | Yaron Brook ShowEpisode URL: https://youtube.com/live/IyvE5EFl480Iran Is Burning, the Fed Is Cornered, and the Left Is Losing the Plot Iranian protesters are risking their lives—while Western elites look away.The Federal Reserve is under political fire.ICE, billionaires, universities, and even Plato are suddenly front-page news.What ties it all together?👉 A collapsing moral framework in the West—and the price we’re paying for it.In this wide-ranging and unapologetic episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron cuts through media evasion, political tribalism, and economic confusion to expose what’s really driving today’s chaos—from Tehran to Texas, Washington to California.Expect hard truths, philosophical clarity, and zero concessions to fashionable lies.💬 Join the live discussion, challenge the ideas, and support the show via Super Chat.🔗 Watch here: https://youtube.com/live/IyvE5EFl480⏱️ Timestamps & Key Questions0:25 – Why are freedom, rational self-interest, and individual rights under global attack?0:43 – Why independent media matters more than ever1:34 – What do Iran, Trump, the Fed, ICE, and Plato have in common?2:27 – Iran’s uprising: Why is the West silent while Iranians fight for freedom?6:07 – U.S. military options: Should America confront Iran—or stay out entirely?7:19 – Media hypocrisy: Why do leftists excuse Islamism but condemn Western values?14:00 – Historical roots: How did the Left become allies of theocrats?17:06 – Iranian voices: What Western media refuses to report24:04 – Media bias exposed: Why “nuance” always favors tyrants30:19 – Western consequences: What Iran reveals about America’s moral collapse32:40 – Powell vs politics: Is the Fed finally losing its immunity?41:22 – Gold, debt & inflation: What happens if confidence in the dollar cracks?45:13 – Audience Poll: Should Objectivism be studied—systematically?48:43 – ICE & immigration: Is enforcement immoral—or essential?1:02:53 – Department of Labor rhetoric:When nationalism replaces individual rights1:05:04 – Universities & Texas law: Can woke ideology be legislated away?1:14:10 – Free speech: Who decides what ideas are allowed?1:19:43 – California’s billionaire tax: Why punishing success destroys prosperity1:26:16 – Democrats & Hamas: Is the party cracking—or radicalizing further?1:31:05 – Political realignment: Are we watching a historic shift unfold?1:41:17 – Objectivism & immigration: What does a rights-based border actually mean?1:50:18 – Fear of the Left: Why tribalism is the enemy of reason1:54:00 – Altruism vs independence: Can a free society survive moral self-sacrifice?The Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by:-- The Ayn Rand Institute (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)-- Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)-- Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)-- Hendershott Wealth Management (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/-- Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project (https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com)Join this channel to get access to perks: / @yaronbrookLike what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:/ yaronbrookshow or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or / yaronbrookshowOr make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#IranProtests #FederalReserve #Objectivism #FreeSpeech #Capitalism #ImmigrationDebate #MiddleEastPolitics #AynRand #uspoliticstoday #Venezuela #Iran #CentralPlanning #Capitalism #IndividualRights #Freedom #Politics #iranianrevolution #VenezuelaCrisis #MaduroBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

The Yaron Brook Show📺 Live January 10, 2026Season 12, Episode 8Iran; The Meaning of Life; Review - Ride The Tiger by Evola | Yaron Brook ShowEpisode URL: https://youtube.com/live/Pci4oor-Ty0Iran on the Brink, Life Without Meaning, and the Temptation of Collapse — Why the Modern World Is FailingIs Iran closer to collapse than the West realizes?Does the modern world still have a meaning of life worth living for—or are we drifting toward nihilism, faith, and tribalism?In this wide-ranging and provocative episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron tackles three explosive themes:• The real state of Iran, its regime, and prospects for freedom• A philosophical takedown and critical review of Julius Evola’s Ride the Tiger• A hard-hitting discussion on the meaning of life, reason vs. faith, beauty vs. abstraction, and why so many people feel lost in the modern worldThe live Q&A goes even further—covering Christianity vs. reason, MAGA vs. Nazism, Trump as mafia boss or fascist, sexual desire, mental health, chaos theory, and whether reason can truly defeat faith.This episode is raw, unscripted, and intellectually fearless.📌 Watch. Think. Argue. Share.👉 Subscribe for weekly conversations that challenge dogma, expose bad ideas, and defend reason, freedom, and human flourishing.⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS01:25 – Iran: Regime stability, repression, and prospects for collapse25:15 – Book Review: Ride the Tiger by Julius Evola58:00 – The Meaning of Life in a disintegrating culture1:10:35 – Iran revisited: geopolitics and moral clarity💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS 1:20:46 – Christianity vs. Nietzsche: What did each get right—and disastrously wrong?1:25:15 – Does science make us miss the beauty of life?1:30:30 – Would Iran be collapsing now if Harris had won?1:31:54 – Is reason stronger than faith—and how does this relate to mental health?1:35:54 – Chaos theory, abstraction, and the limits of mathematical models1:42:48 – Sexual desire: healthy rationality vs. MGTOW, domination, and Christian guilt1:48:48 – ICE, civil unrest, and escalating political violence1:51:32 – MAGA vs. Nazism: thugs, ideology, or something worse?1:55:50 – Is life about struggle? Jason Goggins vs. Ayn Rand1:58:39 – Trump: fascist or mafia boss—and does corruption fuel growth short-term?2:01:25 – Acting on emotion vs. valid emotional responses2:03:26 – Why Ayn Rand made philosophy finally make sense2:05:48 – Do Christian principles logically lead to a malevolent universe premise?2:09:20 – A future trip to a free Iran📌 See pinned comment for full timestamps and additional questions.📌 Tune in now for sharp analysis and bold ideas!  👉 Subscribe for more content that challenges the status quo.  The Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by:-- The Ayn Rand Institute  (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)-- Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein  (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)-- Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)-- Hendershott Wealth Management  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/-- Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project (https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#meaningoflife  #mysticism  #Individualism #CulturalWars #aynrand  #Objectivism #Liberty #virtue #morality #egoism #selfishnessBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

The Yaron Brook Show📺 Live Jan 9, 2026Iran Revolution; Venezuela; ICE Murder; Muslim Brotherhood; Jobs; Fentanyl | Yaron Brook ShowEpisode URL:  https://youtube.com/live/QgBtEPArF9UIran on the Brink, America Losing Its Mind — Revolution Abroad, Force at HomeIs Iran finally cracking under the weight of its own tyranny—or is the West too weak to recognize a real revolution when it sees one?On this live episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron delivers unfiltered moral clarity on the most explosive issues dominating global and domestic politics: the potential Iranian Revolution, the collapse of Venezuela, the shocking ICE shooting, the growing influence of the Muslim Brotherhood, the meaning of work and jobs, and the devastating reality of the fentanyl crisis.This episode isn’t about slogans or tribal outrage. It’s about cause and effect, justice vs. force, and what happens when governments abandon individual rights—at home and abroad.The live Q&A goes even deeper, tackling Ayn Rand on moral perfection, independence and self-esteem, neuroscience and causality, ICE accountability, Trump’s role, dystopian politics, and why intellectuals fear selfishness.If you’re tired of moral confusion and looking for principled analysis, this episode is for you.👇 Watch, share, and join the discussion.⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS01:00 – Iran Revolution: Is the regime finally facing collapse?22:45 – Venezuela: Socialism’s long, ugly aftermath34:10 – ICE Murder: When law enforcement becomes lawless1:04:00 – Muslim Brotherhood: Ideology, power, and Western blindness1:06:45 – Jobs: Work, productivity, and economic reality1:13:10 – Fentanyl: Government failure and deadly consequences💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS1:22:02 – Should Yaron do a deep-dive on the ICE case with James Valiant?1:23:20 – Can learning the causes of love help guide moral choices?1:24:42 – Why did Ayn Rand define the ideal man by rationality, independence, and self-esteem?1:27:43 – What reforms (short of abolishing ICE) could prevent future abuses?1:32:56 – Can cause and effect happen simultaneously? What does neuroscience say?1:36:55 – Moral perfection vs. moral error in Objectivism—how do they coexist?1:42:15 – Is Mamdani an accidental check on Trump and ICE?1:46:57 – Are we living in dystopian times?1:49:29 – “The pain you avoid is the strength you’ll never get”—true or false?📌 See pinned comment for additional timestamps.The Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by:-- The Ayn Rand Institute (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)-- Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)-- Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)-- Hendershott Wealth Management (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/-- Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project (https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com)Join this channel to get access to perks: / @yaronbrookLike what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:/ yaronbrookshow or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or / yaronbrookshowOr make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#ICE #ImmigrationDebate #Venezuela #Iran #CentralPlanning #Capitalism #IndividualRights #Freedom #Politics #iranianrevolution #VenezuelaCrisis #Maduro #aynrandBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.