Yaron Brook Show

Live April 11, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show(Season 12, Episode 72)Iran War: Cease Fire, Straits, Hezbollah, Arabs; Tariffs; Orbán | Yaron Brook Show🔥 Ceasefire or Surrender? Iran, Power, and the Dangerous Illusion of PeaceWhat if “peace” isn’t peace at all—but a slow surrender?In this explosive episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron dissects the latest developments in the Iran conflict—cutting through media narratives to expose what’s really at stake. From ceasefire politics to the strategic importance of global straits, from Hezbollah’s role to shifting Arab dynamics, this episode challenges everything you think you know about war, diplomacy, and power.But it doesn’t stop there.Yaron also takes on tariffs, nationalism, and Viktor Orbán—connecting global economics and authoritarian trends to the deeper philosophical battle shaping our world today.If you care about freedom, capitalism, and Western values—this is a conversation you can’t afford to miss.👇 Watch now and join the debate.🎥 Watch here: https://youtube.com/live/2xtwoF1Hq3E⏱️ Main Topics02:25 Upcoming Shows Schedule03:40 Iran War: Ceasefire – strategy or surrender?24:30 Straits – global choke points and power projection31:05 Hezbollah – state within a state?44:45 Arabs – shifting alliances and incentives52:00 Tariffs – economic nationalism vs capitalism56:15 Orbán – authoritarianism rising in the West💬 Live Audience Questions 1:08:59 “TACO Trump”—does Trump always back down?1:09:17 Are accusations like “racist” losing their power—and why?1:11:15 Why blame Israel or Jews instead of failed leadership?1:11:41 Is tearing others down a sign of moral emptiness?1:12:25 Do learners—not followers—sustain civilization?1:12:54 Crypto tolls for straits—profit or policy?1:13:48 Who’s going to OCON in Porto? 😎1:13:55 Should ALL negotiations with evil regimes be rejected?1:15:37 Is defending ICE philosophically consistent?1:16:44 Is the ceasefire just a tactical deception?1:17:21 Can Lebanon ever make peace with Hezbollah inside government?1:17:47 “Rally with the left”—strategic or mistaken?1:19:33 Who really walked away from the Iran deal?1:21:10 Is “Love is Blind” truly great art?See pinned comment for additional questions.#Iran #Ceasefire #MiddleEast #ForeignPolicy #Israel #USPolitics #WarAndPeace #GlobalSecurity #Capitalism #objectivism 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)[Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel]( / @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/3ztPxTx)Continue 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)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

Live April 10, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show(Season 12, Episode 71)Iran War -- Capitulation?; Lebanon; NATO; Ukraine; Economy; CA Oil; Vax | Yaron Brook Show🔥 Iran on the Brink: War, Weakness, and the Collapse of Moral Clarity What happens when a war is fought without conviction? When leaders signal strength—but act with hesitation?In this explosive episode, Yaron Brook tears into the unfolding Iran conflict and asks the question no one else will: Is this strategy—or capitulation?From Iran and Lebanon to NATO, Ukraine, and the unraveling global economy, this episode connects the dots between foreign policy confusion and moral failure at home. Why is the West so reluctant to win? What happens when clarity is replaced with compromise? And how does this same mindset show up in energy policy, California’s collapse, and even the debate over vaccines?🔥 This isn’t just geopolitics—it’s a diagnosis of a civilization losing confidence in itself.Plus: a rapid-fire Q&A tackling forgiveness, heroism, anti-Semitism, nihilism, Trump, Kant, and the psychological roots of today’s chaos.👉 Watch now: https://youtube.com/live/E4GYecyCa8I⏱️ Main Topics00:00 – Intro01:05 – Alex Epstein's Conference04:35 – Upcoming Shows Schedule06:00 – Iran War — Strategy or Capitulation?32:30 – Lebanon: Powder Keg or Sideshow?44:40 – NATO: Strength or Hollow Alliance?51:05 – Ukraine: What Are We Fighting For?54:15 – Economy: Warning Signs Mount59:50 – California Oil: Self-Sabotage1:06:50 – Covid Vaccinations Debate💬 Live Audience Q&A (Punchy & Engaging)1:10:40 – Forgiveness: Healing Tool or Moral Cop-Out?1:13:45 – Do You Have to Be a Hero to Be Rational Today?1:14:45 – California Dream vs. Reality: Moral or Practical Tradeoff?1:16:54 – Rising Anti-Semitism: Cultural Collapse in Real Time?1:18:14 – Machiavelli Was Wrong? Fear, Love… or Independence?1:20:19 – Art & Beauty: Thoughts on Anoushka Shankar1:21:42 – Why Are the Best People Hated?1:23:36 – Is Nihilism Humanity’s Default Setting?1:25:03 – Trump & War: Predictable Disaster?1:26:50 – Did Kant Kill the Enlightenment?1:28:45 – The American Psyche: Narcissism + Duty Ethics?1:30:12 – MAGA’s Mixed Signals on Iran1:30:55 – Wasted War? The Cost of Half-Measures1:32:57 – China “Suicide Nets”: Truth or Propaganda?1:34:23 – IRS vs. Peter Schiff1:35:48 – What the Hell Is Going On?!1:38:21 – Objectivism & Political Alliances DebateSee pinned comment for more questions#IranWar #MiddleEastConflict #UkraineWar #NATO #GlobalEconomy #CaliforniaEnergy #FreeSpeech #Ceasefire #ForeignPolicy #GlobalSecurity #Capitalism #Objectivism 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)[Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel]( / @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/3ztPxTx)Continue 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)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

Live April 8, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show(Season 12, Episode 70)Cease Fire! | Yaron Brook ShowCeasefire or Surrender? The Dangerous Illusion of Peace with IranIs this ceasefire a strategic breakthrough—or a catastrophic mistake?In this explosive episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron dissects the newly announced US–Iran–Israel ceasefire and asks the question few are willing to confront: Are we rewarding aggression and empowering a regime that thrives on chaos?From Iran’s manipulation of the Straits of Hormuz to the deeper failures of U.S. foreign policy, this episode pulls no punches. Yaron breaks down the geopolitical stakes, exposes the illusions behind “peace deals,” and challenges the moral framework guiding today’s leaders.💥 If you think ceasefires bring stability—think again.  Watch Now: https://youtube.com/live/uTLXcSxMe0I⏱️Main Topics0:51 – Introduction & Ceasefire Context3:08 – Negotiating with Iran: Strategy or Fantasy?8:03 – The Straits of Hormuz: Iran’s Leverage Play10:19 – Escalation, Desperation & Ceasefire Terms13:28 – Iran’s 10-Point Proposal: What’s Really Inside?19:31 – Global Reactions: Trump, Israel, Gulf States24:55 – Media Spin vs Reality30:13 – The Failure of U.S. StrategyLive Audience Q&A36:17 – Is Trump a Strategist or Opportunist?38:45 – Can Regime Change in Iran Ever Work?41:12 – Is the U.S. Encouraging Future Aggression?44:30 – What Would a Moral Foreign Policy Look Like?47:05 – Are Ceasefires Ever Justified?#Iran #Ceasefire #Geopolitics #MiddleEast #ForeignPolicy #Israel #USPolitics #WarAndPeace #YaronBrook #GlobalSecurity#Capitalism #Objectivism 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)[Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel]( / @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/3ztPxTx)Continue 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)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

Live April 5, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show(Season 12, Episode 69)Heroic Rescue; Project Hail Mary; Heroism in an Age of Cynicism | Yaron Brook Show🔥Real Heroes Exist—So Why Does Our Culture Pretend They Don’t?What does real heroism look like in a world addicted to cynicism?From a breathtaking real-life rescue to the philosophical power of Project Hail Mary, this episode of the Yaron Brook Show cuts straight through today’s cultural pessimism—and asks a dangerous question:Are we losing the ability to recognize greatness?Yaron explores what makes a true hero, why modern culture downplays excellence, and how embracing heroism is essential—not optional—for living a meaningful life.If you’re tired of negativity, moral confusion, and a culture that mocks achievement… this episode is your antidote.🚀 Watch now and rediscover what it means to admire, aspire, and be heroic.👉 Watch here: https://youtube.com/live/JFbAPc6PKL4⏱️ MAIN TOPICS00:50 Upcoming Shows & What’s Ahead02:20 Heroic Rescue: What Defines a True Hero?29:50 Project Hail Mary: Science, Sacrifice & Moral Clarity38:05 Heroism in an Age of Cynicism💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS1:19:44 John Galt vs Abortion: Can Pro-Life Fit Objectivism?1:25:42 War Ethics: Civilians, Infrastructure & Iran Strategy1:31:08 From Ben Shapiro to Yaron: A Philosophical Shift1:31:51 Is “Bad News” Actually Good When It’s True?1:32:18 Why We Must Celebrate the Great1:32:36 Netanyahu, Power & October 7 Calculations1:35:31 Is Emotional Control the Core of Heroism?1:36:43 Can You Be Happy Letting Others Be Wrong?1:37:30 Alma Deutscher & Recognizing Genius1:38:29 Why “Liberty” Is Missing from the AR Lexicon1:43:00 Discipline vs Pride: What Drives Greatness?1:43:08 America, Eugenics & Moral Limits1:44:44 Project Hail Mary Audiobook Review1:45:34 Is Morality Just a Response to Human Weakness?1:47:10 Is Modern Music a Celebration of Weakness?1:47:53 Can Hero Worship Go Too Far?See comment for additional questions.#Heroism #ProjectHailMary #Philosophy #SelfEsteem #CulturalCritique #MoralClarity #SuccessMindset #Greatness #Capitalism #Objectivism 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)[Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel]( / @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/3ztPxTx)Continue 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)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

Live April 4, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show(Season 12, Episode 68)Is Just War Theory Preventing Victory in Iran? | Yaron Brook Show🔥 When Morality Handcuffs Power: Is ‘Just War Theory’ Costing the West Victory Against Iran?Is morality making us lose wars?In this explosive episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron takes aim at one of the most sacred doctrines in modern warfare—Just War Theory—and asks the question few are willing to confront: Is it preventing victory against regimes like Iran?From the philosophical roots of war ethics to the brutal realities of modern conflict, this episode challenges everything you think you know about justice, proportionality, and civilian casualties. Yaron dives into the clash between moral idealism and strategic necessity—examining Iran’s religious fanaticism, America’s military restraint, and Israel’s evolving tactics.If victory requires ruthlessness… are we too moral to win?🚀 Watch now and decide for yourself: https://youtube.com/live/_UPi3eYBlvY⏱️Main Topics0:38 – Introduction: A Philosophical Approach to War1:54 – What Is Just War Theory Really?2:32 – Trump, Generals, and Competing War Strategies5:40 – What Does “Victory” Even Mean Today?7:02 – Iran’s Religious Fanaticism Explained9:21 – Economic vs Ideological Drivers of War14:35 – Just Cause, Intentions, and “Last Resort”32:37 – Trump and Islamist Regimes36:17 – Civilian Casualties & Moral Constraints40:23 – Israel’s Strategy: Decapitation & Policy Shifts52:00 – How Just War Theory Shapes U.S. Strategy57:24 – Strategic Failures in Modern War1:01:58 – ChatGPT & Modern Warfare Thinking1:03:40 – Book RecommendationAudience Q&A 1:05:00 – Should we abandon Just War Theory entirely?1:08:23 – Can you have peace without total victory?1:12:26 – Is Islamism resurging globally—and why?1:18:24 – Is altruism distorting Israel’s war strategy?1:25:15 – Are dangerous ideologies making a comeback?1:30:16 – Do the Geneva Conventions help our enemies?1:32:25 – Gaza, infrastructure, and WWII comparisons1:38:22 – Are we tying our own hands in war?#JustWarTheory #Iran #WarEthics #MilitaryStrategy #Israel #USForeignPolicy #IranWar #IsraelIranConflict #MiddleEastWar #RegimeChange #Capitalism #Objectivism 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)[Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel]( / @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/3ztPxTx)Continue 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)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

Live April 3, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show(Season 12, Episode 67)F-15 Downed; Generals Fired; Straights?; Macron; Fraud Czar; Trump | Yaron Brook Show🔥 F-15 Down, Generals Purged, and Trump’s War Gamble: Is America Losing Control—or Just Getting Started?War is escalating. Leadership is cracking. And the world’s most powerful nation looks… uncertain.An American F-15 is shot down. Iranian forces push back harder than expected. Generals are fired. Political chaos intensifies. And Donald Trump doubles down.In this explosive episode of the Yaron Brook Show, Yaron dissects the real story behind the headlines—cutting through propaganda, fear, and political theater to ask the question no one else will:👉 Is this strategy—or sheer recklessness?From Iran’s battlefield tactics to Macron’s global positioning, from U.S. military purges to economic warning signs, this episode connects the dots across war, politics, and culture.And in the live Q&A, nothing is off-limits—from AI and entrepreneurship to Sharia law, Trump’s psychology, and the deeper crisis of self-deception in modern society.If you want clarity in a world spiraling into noise, this is the episode to watch.🎥 Watch now: https://youtube.com/live/a8ZJQpG4fCo⏱️ Main Topics0:00 – Introduction, Good Friday Confusion & Market Closure1:20 – Iran Shoots Down U.S. F-153:14 – What Really Happened? Rescue & Reality Check5:05 – Iranian Media, Tribes & Helicopter Strike6:56 – Escalation & War Fatigue8:52 – Failed Negotiations & Trump’s Threats10:27 – Ceasefire Illusions & Missile Strikes13:10 – Cultural Decline & Lost Literature14:12 – Inside Iran’s Tunnel Warfare16:24 – Iran’s Defense Strategy17:51 – Internal Messaging & Checkpoints19:40 – Militias & Regime Change Prospects21:29 – A-10 Deployment & Morale Collapse?23:53 – Hormuz & Global Oil Leverage25:13 – U.S. Risk Strategy & Trump’s Tweets29:34 – Oil Politics: Saudi, UAE & France31:22 – Macron vs Trump + Military Purges37:49 – U.S. vs China Military Shakeups42:08 – Macron’s Iran Strategy54:18 – U.S. Global Military Footprint57:05 – Jobs Report & Economic Outlook1:01:13 – Trump’s “Fraud Czar” & Character1:09:51 – Trump vs Bruce Springsteen💥 Live Audience Questions1:16:02 – Is “Sharia Law Bans” a Real Threat or Political Theater?1:20:38 – Is Trump Ideological… or Pure Power-Seeker?1:21:50 – Are We Living in an Age of Mass Self-Deception?1:22:53 – Iran Deadline: What Should Trump Actually Do?1:24:11 – Mossad Funding ARI?! Joke or Reality?1:25:50 – Why This Piano Performance Is a Must-Watch1:27:07 – Is AI Training on Public Content Ethical?1:28:00 – Is America’s “Sense of Life” Dead?1:30:13 – Is Entrepreneurship Dying in Europe?1:31:14 – Peak Yaron Brook Show Growth?1:33:08 – Will Wealth Taxes Backfire?1:34:06 – Too Many Generals? F-15 Lessons1:36:55 – Was Another U.S. Aircraft Shot Down?1:37:49 – How Do You Fight an Enemy Without Rules?1:39:11 – Can Easter Be Secular?1:40:18 – Should Soldiers Choose Their Missions?See pinned comment for more questions#IranWar #Trump2026 #USMilitary #MiddleEastConflict #MilitaryStrategy #WorldNews #EconomicOutlook #AIethicsm #Capitalism #Objectivism 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)[Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel]( / @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/3ztPxTx)Continue 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)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

Live April 2, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show(Season 12, Episode 66)Trump Speech; War; Muslim Brother; Liberation Day; Bondi; Fishback; Replicability | Yaron Brook Show🔥 Trump’s War Rhetoric, Islamist Power Plays, and the Collapse of Reason — Are We Sleepwalking Into Chaos?What happens when political theater meets real war… and nobody is thinking clearly?In this explosive episode of the Yaron Brook Show, Yaron breaks down the deeper meaning behind Trump’s latest speech, the growing global conflict, the threat of the Muslim Brotherhood, and the dangerous ideas shaping today’s world.This isn’t just commentary—it’s a ruthless dissection of the ideas driving war, policy, and cultural decay. From “Liberation Day” narratives to questions about epistemology, antisemitism, and the future of capitalism itself, this episode connects the dots others won’t.If you want clarity in a world drowning in confusion—this is a must-watch.👉 Watch now: https://youtube.com/live/qGPswVCnjDM⏱️MAIN TOPICS00:00 Intro01:00 Trump Speech – What’s really being said?23:25 War – Strategy, morality, and confusion40:45 Muslim Brotherhood – Ideology and influence53:30 Liberation Day – Myth vs reality1:00:40 Bondi – What matters and what doesn’t1:03:55 Fishback – Context and significance1:16:20 Replicability – Science, truth, and crisis💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS 1:27:48 Are we drifting toward a new Dark Ages—what would collapse actually look like?1:31:47 Can Iranians overthrow the regime—and what comes after?1:36:00 If tech gives us everything, does capitalism become obsolete? (Part 1)1:36:21 Would a “post-scarcity” world still need trade and production? (Part 2)1:38:50 Are we fighting a deeper crisis—a collapse in how people think?1:39:29 Why is antisemitism exploding—and what’s driving it?1:40:18 Can culture (like Jesus of Nazareth) help us understand religion better?1:41:43 Gender therapy rulings—what’s at stake philosophically?1:42:00 What’s really holding back victory in war—strategy or will?1:44:56 “I don’t like people who have to be handled”—what mindset wins?1:45:43 Does statism inevitably lead to more war?1:46:38 Are “anti-war” voices online real—or coordinated propaganda?1:47:52 Why is U.S. healthcare innovative but expensive?1:52:50 Competing with intelligence agencies—what does that even mean?1:53:07 The ultimate test: what do you think of bacon cheeseburgers?1:53:24 Best way to reach young leftists—where should they start?1:54:19 Should Europe enter the war—and why?1:56:57 Do nations need a common language to stay free?1:57:21 See pinned comment for timestamps of additional questions#TrumpSpeech #MiddleEastWar #MuslimBrotherhood #Israel #Trump #WarUpdate #MiddleEastConflict #USPolitics #IsraelIran #FreeSpeech #Capitalism #Objectivism 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)[Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel]( / @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/3ztPxTx)Continue 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)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

Live April 1, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show(Season 12, Episode 65)Birthright Citizenship; War Update; NATO; Drone Killers; Recession? | Yaron Brook Show🔥 Citizenship Chaos, War Escalation & Economic Warning Signs—Is the West Losing Its Moral Compass?The West is drifting—and fast.From the battle over birthright citizenship to rising global tensions, NATO’s uncertain role, and the terrifying rise of autonomous “drone killers,” this episode of The Yaron Brook Show confronts the biggest political, economic, and moral questions shaping our future.Is the world on the brink of recession—or something worse?Are we witnessing the collapse of coherent political philosophy on BOTH the left and the right?And most importantly: where do the defenders of reason, individualism, and progress go from here?This episode dives deep into the contradictions, hypocrisies, and dangerous trends driving today’s headlines—cutting through noise with clarity and unapologetic analysis.👉 Watch now: https://youtube.com/live/26C6Q-dmsnM⏱️ MAIN TOPICS01:40 — Birthright Citizenship: Principle vs Politics44:50 — War Update: Escalation & Global Stakes1:02:20 — NATO: Outdated Alliance or Strategic Necessity?1:09:55 — Drone Killers: The Ethics of Autonomous Warfare1:16:10 — Recession? Warning Signs You Can’t Ignore💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS1:29:13 — “Is the Right Becoming More Nihilistic Than the Left? Where Do the Good Guys Win?”1:31:02 — “Does Travel Restore Faith in Humanity More Than the News Destroys It?”1:31:45 — “Is Iran Really Closing the Strait of Hormuz—or Is Risk Pricing the Real Story?”1:34:39 — “Why Do the Wealthy Downplay the Importance of Money?”1:35:29 — “Did Race Relations Peak in the 1990s—and What Changed After 2008?”1:37:33 — “First YouTube Earnings & Cultural Reflections (Plus Music Shoutouts)”1:38:10 — “Beyond Naturalism: What Plays Would You Recommend?”1:39:59 — “Classic Rock, Culture, and ‘I Can’t Drive 55 - Sammy Hagar”See pinned comments for full questions.#BirthrightCitizenship #NATO #DroneWarfare #Recession2026 #GlobalEconomy #Iran #IranDeal #RussiaUkraine #EnergyCrisis #Israel #USPolitics #FreeSpeech #Capitalism #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)[Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel]( / @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/3ztPxTx)Continue 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)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

Live Mar 31, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show(Season 12, Episode 64)Unpredictable Trump; War Updates; Ukraine; DHS; Fraud; Anthropic; Housing; Artemis | Yaron Brook Show🎯 Chaos, Capitulation, or Strategy? Trump’s Unpredictability, War Drift, and the West’s Moral CollapseIs the world being shaped by strategy… or sheer unpredictability?In this explosive episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron dissects the growing global instability driven by Trump’s erratic posture, the war’s dangerous drift, and the West’s ongoing moral confusion. From Ukraine to the Middle East, from AI to housing, nothing is off-limits—and nothing is sugarcoated.If you’re tired of shallow commentary and want clarity on what’s really driving events—from power politics to philosophy—this episode delivers.🔥 Key questions explored:Is Trump strategically unpredictable—or dangerously incoherent?Is the West conceding victory to its enemies?What does Ukraine’s future reveal about global leadership?Are we witnessing systemic moral failure across institutions?Plus: AI disruption, fraud, housing crises, and what Artemis signals about America’s ambitions.🔥 Watch now https://youtube.com/live/CuCOlzRC2rQ⏱️ MAIN TOPICS02:20 – Trump’s “Unpredictability”: Strategy or Chaos?11:00 – War Updates: Who’s Actually Winning?45:00 – Ukraine: What Comes Next?49:25 – DHS: Security or Bureaucracy?54:45 – Fraud: Systemic or Cultural?59:50 – Anthropic & AI: Risk, Hype, or Revolution?1:06:15 – Housing Crisis: Policy Failure Unmasked1:09:35 – Artemis: Vision or Illusion?1:14:35 – New Study on COVID Vaccines💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS 1:21:51 – Are “second-handers” driving modern culture? (The Offspring analysis)1:23:30 – Would Roark ever “dance”? Or resist like in Atlas Shrugged?1:25:51 – Roark vs modern regulations: adapt or walk away?1:26:15 – Is antisemitism re-surging—and why now?1:29:42 – Is Trump effectively giving Putin what he wants?1:31:17 – Could free-market thinkers succeed politically (Argentina example)?1:32:52 – Math: a priori vs empirical—can Rand reconcile it?1:36:57 – Porto food recommendations 🍷1:37:36 – Is anything short of regime change a failure?1:40:07 – Florida GOP primary: what’s at stake?1:40:35 – Who really holds power in Lebanon?1:43:44 – Seize oil fields—or just bomb them?1:44:23 – Should we be hopeful about Pahlavi?**See Comment for additional questions#Trump #UkraineWar #ForeignPolicy #AI #HousingCrisis #MiddleEast #Artemis #IranDeal #warupdate #Israel #Geopolitics #USPolitics #Capitalism #Objectivism 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)[Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel]( / @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/3ztPxTx)Continue 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)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

Live Mar 30, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show(Bonus Episode Season 12, Episode 9)Conversation with Dr. Amesh Adalja — Infectious Diseases & Risky Health Policies| Yaron Brook Show🔥 Pandemics, Panic, and Power: How Bad Science and Worse Politics Are Fueling the Next Global Health CrisisWhat happens when bad ideas collide with real viruses?In this explosive bonus episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron sits down with infectious disease expert Dr. Amesh Adalja for a no-holds-barred conversation on the next pandemic, biosecurity threats, and the dangerous rise of anti-science thinking.From avian flu and measles outbreaks to bioterrorism risks and AI-driven medicine, this episode pulls back the curtain on what’s actually coming—and why public policy may be making it worse.They tackle the hard questions:Are we prepared for the next pandemic—or setting ourselves up for failure?How dangerous is the growing anti-vaccine movement?What happens when politics overrides science?And are figures like RFK Jr. distorting public health in ways that could cost lives?If you think COVID was the last global health crisis, think again.👉 Watch now: https://youtube.com/live/ckdj4hlhWDQ⏱️ Main Topics0:20 – Introduction & guest welcome1:27 – Medical TV vs. reality: “The Pit”5:58 – Life in the ER: real frontline experience7:05 – State actors & biosecurity threats (Iran)14:49 – Non-state actors & historical bio threats17:08 – Ukraine & biological weapons risks18:29 – Bird flu & natural pandemic threats22:24 – CDC communication challenges22:53 – Ebola, conflict zones & Nipah virus23:46 – Lab leak hypothesis & bat viruses25:22 – Engineering viruses: how real is the risk?27:56 – RFK Jr. & vaccine policy impact33:13 – Public health agency failures41:02 – Anti-vax movement & measles resurgence46:51 – Return of childhood diseases53:34 – Vaccine innovation (shingles & beyond)55:46 – AI & pandemic countermeasures57:45 – Taiwan’s preparedness & mRNA expansion1:02:04 – Future medicine: phages & breakthroughs1:05:56 – AI, vitamins & personalized care1:11:54 – COVID definitions & NHS debates1:16:14 – Socialized medicine vs. outcomes1:18:30 – Healthcare workforce crisis1:21:07 – COVID lessons & genetic risks1:24:37 – GM mosquitoes & biotech ethics1:27:59 – Nutrition myths & flu season1:30:59 – mRNA future (HIV & beyond)1:35:01 – Drug interactions & practical tools💬 Live Audience Questions 1:36:10 Are we ignoring the next pandemic while arguing about the last one?1:38:05 Can bad vaccine policy bring back eradicated diseases?1:40:12 Is AI the solution—or a new risk—in global health?1:42:30 How real is the threat of engineered viruses escaping labs?1:44:18 Why are public health institutions losing trust?1:46:02 Are we under reacting—or overreacting—to bird flu?1:47:55 What’s the most dangerous myth about vaccines today?1:49:40 Could personalized medicine replace mass vaccination?Dr. Amesh Adalja is a leading expert in infectious disease, pandemic preparedness, and biosecurity, serving as a Senior Scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security and an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. A board-certified physician in internal medicine, emergency medicine, infectious diseases, and critical care, he has advised U.S. government agencies, international organizations, and major institutions on responses to high-risk biological threats, including COVID-19, anthrax, and nuclear disaster scenarios. His work bridges frontline clinical practice with global policy, making him one of the most sought-after voices on public health crises.  To find out more about Dr. Adalja, see https://centerforhealthsecurity.org/who-we-are/our-people/amesh-adalja-md-fidsa #AmeshAdalja #capitalism #Objectivism #PandemicPreparedness #PublicHealth #Vaccines #Biosecurity #InfectiousDisease #AvianFlu #MeaslesOutbreak #HealthPolicy #ScienceVsPolitics #FutureOfMedicine*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)[Support the Show](  / yaronbrookshow  )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel](   / @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/3ztPxTx)Continue 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)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

Live Mar 30, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show(Season 12, Episode 63)Deal with Iran?; Russia; Energy Crisis; Lebanon; Israel; Trump; No Kings | Yaron Brook Show🔥 War, Oil, and Illusions of Power: Iran, Russia, and the Collapse of Global LeadershipWhat happens when weak leadership meets nuclear ambition, energy dependence, and rising authoritarianism?In this explosive episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron takes on the most dangerous flashpoints shaping the world right now—from a potential deal with Iran to Russia’s aggression, the global energy crisis, and the growing instability in Israel and Lebanon. But it doesn’t stop there…Yaron dives headfirst into the political chaos surrounding Trump, dismantles the “No Kings” narrative, and confronts the deeper philosophical crisis driving today’s geopolitical failures.💥 This is not surface-level commentary—this is a ruthless, principle-driven analysis of power, morality, and the future of Western civilization.If you want clarity in a world of noise… this episode is for you.🚀 Watch now: https://youtube.com/live/w-wX4FwLAsc⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS02:40 – Deal with Iran?39:30 – Russia44:15 – Energy Crisis53:35 – Lebanon58:40 – Israel1:03:35 – Trump1:13:00 – No Kings💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS 1:25:03 – Would a failed Iran war be worse than no war at all?1:27:35 – Why isn’t nuclear energy leading the future of American power?1:31:13 – Can nuclear + pipelines revive U.S. manufacturing dominance?1:37:00 – How many Objectivists actually exist—and why so few?1:37:02 – Should “3 strikes” laws apply to all crimes—or only serious ones?1:37:57 – Are Americans individualists… or anti-intellectual populists?1:39:16 – If abstraction is rare, how did Marxism spread so widely?1:40:54 – Is Trump irrational—or strategically calculating?1:43:01 – Is a new antisemitic coalition forming in America?1:45:18 – How serious is the global helium shortage?1:46:22 – Thoughts on Close Encounters and the pursuit of the unknown1:47:46 – Could Trump weaponize global oil supply against China?1:48:45 – Is there real proof of Iranian nuclear material?1:49:15 – Does intelligence lead to loneliness?1:49:57 – Should AI-generated illegal content be protected speech?1:51:07 – Is there an Objectivist community in Puerto Rico?1:51:45 – Would Israel have stopped Hitler if it existed then?1:52:06 – Are “No Kings” protests just a power grab in disguise?👉 See pinned comment for even more audience questions.#IranDeal #RussiaUkraine #EnergyCrisis #Israel #Geopolitics #Trump #NuclearEnergy #OilMarkets #WarUpdate #MiddleEastConflict #USPolitics #IsraelIran #EUcrisis #FreeSpeech #Capitalism #Objectivism 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)[Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel]( / @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/3ztPxTx)Continue 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)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

Recorded live on March 28, 2026(Season 12, Episode 62)AMA & Hangout with Contributors (March 2026) | Yaron Brook Show🔥 Conspiracy, Mysticism, and Moral Collapse: Why Irrational Ideas Are Poisoning Politics—and What to Do About ItWhat happens when conspiracy theories replace reason… and mysticism replaces reality?In this wide-ranging AMA, Yaron Brook takes on some of the most dangerous intellectual trends shaping today’s world—from the rise of irrational conspiracy thinking to the growing influence of religion, nationalism, and emotionalism in politics. This is not just a discussion—it’s a confrontation.Yaron dives into the moral confusion surrounding crime and punishment, exposes the seductive pull of conspiratorial thinking (from Rothschild to UFOs and demons), and tackles the real-world consequences of abandoning reason—from AI bio-risks to global conflict involving authoritarian regimes.If you want clarity in a world that rewards confusion—this episode is for you. Watch here: https://youtube.com/live/6l5OtFWPGU8⏱️ Main Discussion0:00 – Introduction & panel overview2:15 – The next generation of Objectivists6:22 – AI art vs. human creativity: what really matters?10:40 – Trump, altruism, and moral confusion14:06 – Epstein’s network: what should we focus on?22:02 – Theft in South America & attitudes toward property rights26:40 – Is redistribution just legalized theft?30:25 – AI and the threat of biological weapons38:25 – “Impact Theory” and cultural influence40:20 – Rothschild myths & conspiracy thinking dissected47:05 – Right-wing media & Christian nationalism50:28 – Spiritualism, UFOs, demons—why mysticism persists53:43 – Physics, reality, and the speed of light1:02:51 – “A picture is not an argument”1:08:22 – Trump, religion, and conspiracy culture1:17:22 – Iran & Israel: moral and strategic perspectives1:22:18 – Immigration enforcement & ICE debateLive Audience Q&A 1:26:50 – Airports, protests & milestones: what matters?1:30:38 – Assisted suicide: is choosing death ever moral?1:31:46 – Did America “create” Trump?1:33:19 – Final panel reflections1:37:01 – Russia & GPS spoofing: new warfare tactics1:41:10 – Culture & media: what are we watching?1:43:21 – Why doesn’t Trump have a hero?1:45:36 – The morality of choosing to live1:47:48 – Celebrity culture & personal ethics1:49:37 – Best art history books to understand civilization1:51:29 – Iran before the revolution: what changed?1:52:53 – Tactical nukes & the Iran threat#FreeSpeech #Iran #Trump #RationalThinking #TrumpTariffs #MaoVsHitler #ClimateChangeDebate #ElectricVehicles #SelfDrivingCars #FreeMarkets #aynrand #Objectivism 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/35qoEC3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

Live Mar 27, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show(Season 12, Episode 61)One Month of War -- Is Victory Possible, What Does it Look Like? | Yaron Brook Show🔥 Why “Containing” Iran Is a Fantasy—and What Real Victory Actually RequiresOne month into the war—and the question nobody wants to answer honestly: what does winning actually look like?In this explosive episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron cuts through the fog of propaganda, media distortion, and political cowardice to confront the reality: this war will not end with half-measures. From Iran’s fragile regime to the strategic choke hold of the Strait of Hormuz, the stakes are global—and the consequences of hesitation could be catastrophic.Is the West serious about victory—or just managing decline?Yaron dives deep into military strategy, U.S. and Israeli decision-making, the limits of air-power, and the moral case for decisive action. He also takes on critics—from media elites to politicians—who are already laying the groundwork for failure.💥 If you want clarity on what victory means—and why we’re not pursuing it—this is a must-watch.⏱️ Main Discussion0:00 – Introduction: One Month of War1:22 – Iran’s propaganda vs. battlefield reality2:44 – Targeting leadership & infrastructure5:08 – Hezbollah & military dominance8:04 – Limits of bunker-busting strategy10:33 – Taking out Iran’s militia network13:02 – Media bias & narrative control16:05 – JD Vance vs. Netanyahu strategy20:19 – Why the Strait of Hormuz matters24:56 – Why half-measures fail in war29:31 – Strategic failures so far30:39 – Global panic & economic fallout32:04 – What would actually end this war?33:10 – Special forces & drone warfare35:21 – UAE’s role & regional dynamics38:03 – Iran’s instability & drone threats41:44 – Should civilian infrastructure be targeted?45:03 – Market impacts & economic risk47:28 – Ground invasion realities53:32 – Regime change: necessary or not?57:52 – Gulf States under threat1:01:41 – Final verdict: Are we winning?💬 Live Audience Q&A1:23:05 – Will Objectivism grow after Yaron?1:25:23 – Why socialized healthcare must fail1:27:53 – Plato, communism & “re-education” origins1:30:37 – Should you take Cloobeck seriously?1:30:57 – Everyday altruism people don’t notice1:40:51 – The truth about Alan Greenspan1:52:49 – Why tribalism kills independent thinking1:53:02 – Money vs. happiness—what’s the truth?1:58:57 – Is progressive taxation unconstitutional?2:01:29 – Why U.S.–Israel alliance matters2:04:23 – What if Trump pulls out early?2:04:28 – Who takes over if Iran falls?2:06:03 – Is America to blame for Iran’s regime?#IranWar #IsraelIranConflict #MiddleEastWar #USForeignPolicy #MilitaryStrategy #RegimeChange #GlobalEconomy #Iran #OilMarkets #TrumpNews #EUcrisis #FreeSpeech #Capitalism #Objectivism 🚀 Watch Now: https://youtube.com/live/SSm3h-CN2SUThe 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)[Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel]( / @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/3ztPxTx)Continue 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)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

Live Mar 26, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show(Season 12, Episode 60)War Update; Philly Demonstration; DHS; CDC; EU; Data Center; CA Gov; Piker in Cuba | Yaron Brook ShowWar at the Brink, Bureaucracy in Chaos, and the West Losing Its Nerve—Who’s Actually in Control?Is the world sleepwalking into a wider war—or is it already here?In this explosive episode of the Yaron Brook Show, Yaron breaks down the rapidly evolving Iran conflict, the shaky foundations of U.S. foreign policy, and the growing dysfunction inside Western governments—from DHS to the CDC to the EU. Meanwhile, bizarre cultural moments—from Philadelphia protests to Hasan Piker’s Cuba trip—reveal deeper ideological decay.This isn’t just a war update. It’s a reality check.👉 Are we witnessing strategic brilliance—or total confusion?👉 Can the U.S. still project strength—or are enemies calling the bluff?👉 And what happens when a culture loses confidence in itself?From Middle East escalation to domestic policy chaos, this episode connects the dots others won’t.🚀 Watch Now: https://youtube.com/live/ATSNGzL11m8⏱️ TimestampsGlobal Conflict & Iran0:00 – War in Iran: negotiations, instability, and power struggles3:06 – Trump, Israel, and the possibility of escalation8:18 – Saudi, UAE & Gulf State pressure10:00 – Israeli tactics, covert ops & rumors15:47 – Pentagon plans & Arab world response19:04 – Iran threats & U.S. military dominance25:29 – Iran’s child recruitment & historical contextGlobal Reactions & Culture27:55 – Uganda backs Israel & Philadelphia protests33:35 – Capitalism vs government dysfunction37:28 – DHS, ICE, TSA & funding battles41:58 – CDC controversy & RFK influenceEconomics, Politics & Policy48:02 – EU-US trade & migration crisis53:31 – Bernie, AOC & AI regulation57:30 – Trump pauses strikes59:05 – California governor race1:02:59 – Hasan Piker in Cuba: ideology exposed1:10:28 – Energy warfare & infrastructure threats🎤 Live Audience Questions1:16:23 – Does prosperity naturally create selfishness?1:21:40 – Are teachers prioritizing pensions over justice?1:23:21 – Heroism or altruism? A split-second moral dilemma1:25:42 – Is narcissism the default defense against altruism?1:27:37 – Is suicide ever immoral?1:30:59 – Could fascism rise in the U.S. or Europe?1:34:45 – SAVE Act: protecting elections or restricting rights?1:35:12 – From anarchism to reality: lessons from homelessness1:37:02 – Best books on real war strategy1:38:35 – Energy wars: can Europe afford its policies?1:39:58 – Why is TSA loved but ICE hated?#Iran #Geopolitics #War #OilMarkets #iranwar #WarUpdate #MiddleEastConflict #USPolitics #IsraelIran #TrumpNews #EUcrisis #FreeSpeech #Capitalism #Objectivism 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)[Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel]( / @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/3ztPxTx)Continue 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)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

Live Mar 25, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show(Season 12, Episode 59)Iran Deal?; War; Oil; ICE; Social Media; Anthropic; Private Credit; Music | Yaron Brook Show🔥 “Iran on the Brink, Markets on Edge, and Reason Under Siege: What No One Is Saying About Power, War, and Control”Is the world sleepwalking into another catastrophic war—or is it already here?In this explosive episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron cuts through the noise on the Iran deal, rising global conflict, oil manipulation, and the deeper philosophical crisis driving it all. From geopolitical brinkmanship to Big Tech, AI, and cultural decay, this episode connects the dots most commentators won’t touch.⚠️ What’s really behind the push for war with Iran?⚠️ Are markets reacting to reality—or political theater?⚠️ Is the West losing its moral and intellectual foundation?Yaron doesn’t just analyze the headlines—he exposes the ideas shaping them.👉 If you want clarity in a world of chaos, this episode is essential viewing.⏱️ TIMESTAMPSMain Topics00:00 Intro01:40 Iran Deal?20:00 War26:35 Oil36:50 Iron Dome40:05 ICE46:40 Social Media52:45 Anthropic & AI57:45 Private Credit1:03:35 Music & Culture💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS (HIGHLIGHTS)1:13:48 Is Trump fundamentally incapable of long-term thinking?1:15:02 How far can the West fall without philosophical grounding?1:16:00 Can people evade reality without knowing it?1:17:28 Should America pursue regime change despite past failures?1:20:57 If there’s no regime change, is war with Iran pointless?1:24:08 Are lawsuits against tech companies justified?1:25:19 Is the U.S. “negotiating with itself” on Iran?1:26:16 Are higher taxes inevitable—or destructive?1:29:59 Is Spain’s stance on Iran and U.S. bases morally bankrupt?1:34:03 Is trading based on political statements ever rational?1:37:10 How do you monetize innovation inside a firm?1:38:48 Can Objectivism win in today’s intellectual climate?1:39:37 See pinned comment for timestamps of additional questions🔗 WATCH THE FULL EPISODE https://youtube.com/live/-_PHJHC0DCA#Iran #Geopolitics #War #OilMarkets #YaronBrook #Objectivism #AI #Economics #FreeSpeech #GlobalPolitics #energycrisis #iranwar #WarUpdate  #Capitalism #Objectivism 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)[Support the Show](  / yaronbrookshow  )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel](   / @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/3ztPxTx)Continue 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)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

Live Mar 24, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show(Season 12, Episode 58)Strait of Hormuz; Peace?; Tucker; DHS; Trump's "Greatness"; Democrats & Taxes | Yaron Brook Show🔥 Oil, Power, and Illusions: From Hormuz to Washington—Who’s Driving America’s Moral Collapse?Is America acting with purpose—or just projecting power without principle?In this explosive episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron dives headfirst into one of the most volatile geopolitical flashpoints: the Strait of Hormuz—and what it reveals about U.S. strategy, global energy politics, and the deeper moral confusion driving today’s foreign policy.From the illusion of “peace” to the rise of media provocateurs like Tucker, from DHS overreach to Trump’s version of “greatness,” and the Democrats’ relentless push for more taxes—this episode connects the dots between power, ideology, and a culture losing confidence in its own values.💥 If you’ve ever wondered whether America still knows what it stands for… this is the episode you can’t miss. Watch now: https://youtube.com/live/sd-lvDXC8nE⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Opening02:20 – Strait of Hormuz: Oil, War, and Global Stakes23:45 – “Peace?”: What Does It Even Mean Anymore?40:00 – Tucker: Influence, Irrationality, and Media Power1:11:05 – DHS: Security or Government Overreach?1:13:45 – Trump’s “Greatness”: Substance or Slogan?1:19:40 – Democrats & Taxes: The Politics of Redistribution💬 Live Audience Questions1:29:10 – Is war without moral purpose even worth fighting?1:31:22 – U.S. vs EU on LNG: Strategy or profiteering?1:33:00 – “My money is not yours”: Are taxes morally justified?1:34:23 – Should Yaron collaborate with Destiny to grow the show?1:34:47 – Immigration: Should status even matter?1:35:12 – UK vs U.S. healthcare: Is private insurance freer under socialized systems?1:36:03 – New taxes & economic fear: Time to go “gold bug”?1:37:42 – Does Trump have values—or just vendettas?1:38:33 – Tucker controversy: Where’s the line?1:39:04 – Should the U.S. still be in NATO today?1:39:57 – Iran: Will Trump escalate militarily?1:40:38 – Culture & war: Music, meaning, and Middle East politics1:41:00 – $5 gas: Policy failure or market reality?1:41:25 – Dune & philosophy: Sci-fi as political commentary1:43:30 – Bad leaders or bad ideas: What’s the root problem?#USForeignPolicy #StraitOfHormuz #Trump #TuckerCarlson #Taxes #EnergyCrisis #MiddleEast #oilmarkets #iranwar #WarUpdate #Capitalism #Objectivism #Iran #worldpolitics 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)[Support the Show](  / yaronbrookshow  )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel](   / @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/3ztPxTx)Continue 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)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

Live Mar 23, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show(Bonus Episode, Season 12, Episode 8) Why the West Is Losing Confidence in Itself—and How to Fix It🔥 The West’s Crisis of Confidence: How It Lost Its Moral Backbone—and What It Will Take to Reclaim ItWhy is the West—arguably the most prosperous, free, and innovative civilization in history—losing confidence in itself? The West gave the world reason, freedom, science, and unprecedented prosperity—yet today, it apologizes for its achievements, doubts its values, and seems unable to defend its own existence. What went wrong?In this explosive episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron Brook is joined by Don Watkins to dissect the philosophical roots of the West’s collapsing self-confidence. From Ancient Greece to the Enlightenment—and from World War II to today’s rise of multiculturalism and egalitarianism—they trace the ideas that built Western civilization… and the ideas now tearing it apart.This is not just a diagnosis—it’s a call to action. If the West is to survive and thrive, it must rediscover the moral case for reason, individualism, and human happiness.Don Watkins is the author of Effective Egoism: An Individualist’s Guide to Pride, Purpose, and the Pursuit of Happiness. He writes at earthlyidealism.com, where he defends a bold, rational vision of individualism. 👉 Watch now: https://youtube.com/live/69r5txoDxWc⚡ Expect a bold, unapologetic defense of Western values—and a roadmap for restoring them.⏱️ Timestamps Main Discussion0:41 – Introducing Don Watkins1:24 – New book on Western civilization & Christianity1:40 – What is Western civilization?3:25 – The West’s loss of confidence explained6:24 – Why reason & happiness are foundational9:01 – From Ancient Greece to the Enlightenment12:57 – The Enlightenment revival of Western values19:48 – World War II and the turning point20:47 – Christianity and the West’s fatal flaw28:56 – The Enlightenment’s defense of reason32:17 – The failure to defend self-interest40:11 – Egalitarianism & multiculturalism rise44:58 – The failure of conservatism52:21 – Christianity as an anti-civilizational force55:44 – Ayn Rand’s moral defense of the West57:13 – Why we need an Objectivist crusade Deep Dive & Philosophy58:03 – Aquinas, Aristotle, and influence on the West1:00:00 – Timing and impact of philosophersAudience Highlights1:01:34 – Are post-apocalyptic stories revealing cultural pessimism?1:07:22 – Will Don Watkins write fiction next?1:09:11 – Is humanity doomed—or just confused?1:14:07 – Trump, Atlas Shrugged, and cultural impact1:18:14 – Is American freedom slipping away?1:23:59 – Why Oprah—and cultural influence—matters1:25:06 – Can the Western mind be reopened?1:27:26 – How Greek ideas shaped Christendom1:28:51 – Essential reading on Western civilization1:29:42 – What did Asia, India & China contribute?See time stamp in the comments for more questions. #Capitalism #Objectivism #FreeMarkets #westerncivilization #DonWatkins #inequality #ideasmatter #Enlightenment #Individualism #CulturalCrisisThe 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)[Support the Show](https://www.patreon.com/YaronBrookShow)[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel](https://YouTube.com/@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/3ztPxTx)Continue 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)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

Live Mar 23, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show(Season 12, Episode 57)War Crimes?; War Update; Oil; Ukraine; ICE; Mueller; France; Chavez; Afroman | Yaron Brook Show🔥 War Without Strategy? Oil Shock, Power Plays, and the Collapse of Moral ClarityWar is escalating. Oil is on edge. Political chaos is spreading.But the real crisis? A complete failure of moral clarity.In this explosive episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron cuts through the noise on war crimes, the latest war developments, the global oil stakes, and the dangerous political trends shaping the U.S., Europe, and beyond. From Ukraine to ICE, from Mueller to Chávez, no topic is off-limits—and no bad idea goes unchallenged.This isn’t just analysis. It’s a call to think clearly in a world that increasingly refuses to.If you want honest, rational commentary on today’s most urgent issues—this is the show you cannot afford to miss.👉 Watch LIVE or catch the replay: https://youtube.com/live/MHi4kuCmSF8⏱️ TIMESTAMPS02:10 — War Crimes? What Counts—and Who Decides15:30 — War Update: Strategy, Chaos, and Reality50:55 — Oil: The Hidden Driver of Global Conflict53:25 — Ukraine: What Happens Next?1:02:00 — ICE Expansion: Power, Abuse, or Necessity?1:10:40 — Mueller: Legacy and Lessons1:17:25 — France: Political Drift and Cultural Crisis1:21:35 — Chávez: The Long Shadow of Socialism1:24:15 — Afroman: Culture, Politics, and Absurdity💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS (HIGHLIGHTS)1:36:52 — “Only a fool makes a threat he isn’t prepared to carry out.” — What does real deterrence require?1:39:19 — Is truth absolute—or does “why?” destroy certainty?1:42:59 — Can Trump be trusted to lead a war?1:45:21 — Could Iran rapidly rebuild with help from China & Russia?1:46:39 — ICE expansion: Slippery slope toward federal overreach?1:47:35 — Is U.S. military adaptability still unmatched?1:49:42 — Are energy lockdowns coming to the West?1:52:57 — Where should you go for reliable war analysis?1:54:16 — What makes a principle objective?1:55:38 — Is Trump driven by values—or power?1:57:02 — Do “hate-based” cultures produce poverty?1:57:30 — Is capitalism the only non-hierarchical system?1:59:49 — Is GDP distorted by central bank intervention?2:01:02 — Should citizens fund government functions directly?2:02:11 See pinned comment for timestamps of additional questions#WarAnalysis #OilCrisis #Geopolitics #UkraineWar #MiddleEastConflict #EnergyCrisis #oilmarkets #energycrisis #iranwar #WarUpdate #Geopolitics #Capitalism #Objectivism #Iran #worldpolitics 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)[Support the Show](  / yaronbrookshow  )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel](   / @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/3ztPxTx)Continue 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)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

Live Mar 21, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 56Individualism -- Meaning, History, Opponents | Yaron Brook ShowEpisode url: https://youtube.com/live/BsnP-pxPeno🔥 Individualism Under Siege: The Philosophy That Built Civilization—and the Forces Trying to Destroy ItWhat is individualism—really? And why does it feel like the entire culture is turning against it?In this episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron breaks down the true meaning of individualism, traces its radical historical rise, and exposes the philosophical enemies working to dismantle it today. From ancient tribalism to modern collectivism, from Silicon Valley innovation to rising political extremism—this is the battle over the soul of civilization.If you’ve ever wondered why freedom feels fragile, why success is attacked, or why irrationality is gaining ground—this episode connects the dots.⚠️ This isn’t just a philosophical discussion. It’s a warning—and a call to action.⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro01:25 Upcoming Members Only Show04:00 What Is Individualism?05:10 The Meaning of Individualism27:50 The History of Individualism44:20 The Enemies of Individualism Today💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS (HOT TOPICS)1:04:15 Is targeting marginalized groups a “test run” for broader bigotry?1:12:58 Will irrationality and online hatred fade—or get worse over time?1:17:53 Can we dismantle the welfare state without economic pain?1:20:31 Why aren’t we moving toward freedom faster?1:20:56 Did post–Cold War optimism about freedom fail? Why?1:24:47 Is Big Tech driven by individualism—or surviving despite its absence?1:28:26 Would Silicon Valley exist without Ayn Rand?1:29:08 Should Yaron debate Destiny to reach new audiences?1:29:35 Are rising extremist voices proof individualism is collapsing?1:32:13 When did altruism become a cultural expectation?1:34:52 Do collective animal behaviors justify collectivist philosophy?1:38:26 Does Trump reject intellectual influence more than Reagan did?1:39:10 Are Americans today less independent than 1930s Germans?1:41:30 Thoreau vs Objectivism: What is real individualism?1:43:34 What does viral culture reveal about American values?1:47:14 Can evil be dismissed as “just following the crowd”?1:49:02 Is U.S. foreign policy shaped by irrational leadership? See pinned comment for timestamps of additional questions#collectivism  #individualism  #individualrights  #individual  #aynrand  #Objectivism #egoism #selfinterest #ethics 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)[Support the Show](https://www.patreon.com/YaronBrookShow)[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel](https://YouTube.com/@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/3ztPxTx)Continue the discussion by following Yaron on [Twitter](https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and [Facebook](https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Check out my top picks for movies, music, books and more. [Yaron's Favorites](https://www.YaronBrookShow.com) or [Discord]( https://discord.gg/VqqhAqQ2n6) to find all my top choices!Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the [Ayn Rand Institute](https://bit.ly/35qoEC3)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

Live Mar 20, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 55Was There a Strategy?; Ukraine; Islam; Trump Coin; Abortion; Chavez; Noma; Tesla | Yaron Brook ShowNo Strategy, No Shame? Ukraine, Trump, Islam, and the Collapse of Moral ClarityIs there any real strategy behind today’s chaos—or are we watching leaders improvise their way through history?In this explosive episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron cuts through the noise on Ukraine, Trump, Islam, abortion, and even the bizarre rise of “Trump Coin.” From global conflict to cultural decay, from fine dining scandals to Tesla’s future—nothing is off-limits.But the deeper question driving it all: What happens when a society loses its moral compass?This episode connects the dots between politics, philosophy, and everyday life—revealing how bad ideas lead to real-world consequences. Whether it’s war strategy, economic policy, or cultural trends, Yaron exposes the contradictions shaping today’s headlines.👇 Jump in, challenge your assumptions, and join the live audience debate.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS02:00 Was There a Strategy?50:15 Ukraine War Analysis1:01:30 Islam & Geopolitics1:05:10 Trump Coin Explained1:07:25 Abortion Debate1:11:30 Noma Controversy1:26:45 Tesla & Innovation💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS (Highlights)1:11:30 Noma scandal: abuse or mob justice?1:27:54 Is Alinea worth the hype?1:38:36 Is the GOP driven by hatred over capitalism?1:39:32 Why is Objectivism so hard for people to grasp?1:41:25 “You’re either rich or miserable”—true or false?1:43:15 Do all human lives have value?1:44:03 What would America look like after one generation of laissez-faire capitalism?1:45:51 Why do some foods gross us out—even if they taste good?1:51:57 Do Russia’s nuclear weapons even work?1:52:28 Iran, oil routes, and naval mines—what’s the reality?1:54:32 Wild conspiracies: Mossad & Chuck Norris?!1:58:11 Smart investing: 80/20 stocks vs bonds?2:00:36 Would limiting US oil exports help prices?2:02:20 Could Iran or Cuba evolve into freer societies?2:04:48 Should governments hide wartime information?2:07:45 Why is management often so incompetent?🔗 Watch Now: https://youtube.com/live/sS0sWYdZ7yg#oilmarkets #energycrisis #iranwar #WarUpdate #australia #Geopolitics #Capitalism #Objectivism #Iran #worldpolitics #Tesla #FreeSpeech 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)[Support the Show](  / yaronbrookshow  )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel](   / @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/3ztPxTx)Continue 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)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.