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12345678901234567890123456789 12345678901234567890123456789 12345678901234567890123456789 watching now Started streaming 2 hours ago The Yaron Brook ShowAssassin Caught; Free Speech; FBI; Demographics; Soybeans; Iran | Yaron Brook ShowSeptember 12, 2025👉 If you want clear, uncompromising analysis on politics, culture, and the battle of ideas—without tribal spin—this is your show. [watch](https://youtube.com/live/I7C8souEVxM).💡 Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truths, and challenges to Left and Right alike.📌 Support the show and join the next AMA: [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow) ❤️ Like, subscribe & share to spread reason and freedom!**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/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 #leftism #assassination #Capitalism #Objectivism #Freedom #Individualism #Philosophy #Economics #Politics #YaronBrookShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Original Title: 9/11 to Charlie Kirk's Assassination -- The Unraveling of America | Yaron Brook Show September 11, 2025On this solemn September 11th, Yaron Brook reflects on the legacy of 9/11 and connects it to America’s growing culture of violence, conspiracy, and intellectual decline. From the tragic murder of Charlie Kirk to the far-left/Islamist alliance on campuses, the erosion of free speech, and the rise of political extremism, Yaron examines how the West has failed to defend its values since 2001.This episode dives into:-- The lies told in the aftermath of 9/11-- The Tea Party and the financial crisis fallout-- How Islamist causes gained cultural victories in the West-- The increasing collapse of intellectual leadership-- The dangers of escalating political violence todayYaron then tackles the live questions.  Viewers asked about the assassination of Charlie Cook, speculation on whether the killer was a professional, how violence against public figures affects politics, the morality of supporting controversial individuals, the role of intellectual leadership, and the broader psychological differences between creators and destroyers.Key Time Stamps: 0:41 – Show intro and remembering the impact of 9/112:03 – Niall Ferguson on the legacy of 9/114:28 – Charlie Cook’s assassination and conspiracy theories7:16 – Political shifts and reactions to Cook’s death10:25 – Rise of political violence and post-9/11 lies13:20 – Campus reactions and far-left/Islamist alliance17:25 – Erosion of American politics and conspiracy culture20:09 – 2008 financial crisis and Tea Party response23:00 – Cultural divides and unresolved lessons of 9/1126:15 – Islamist movements and cultural influence in the West29:50 – Erosion of free speech and Western self-confidence32:35 – Free speech under attack: Salman Rushdie case37:00 – Decline in sympathy for Israel and free expression40:28 – Western divisions and defense of values45:44 – The West’s weakness in defending free speech51:07 – Failure of intellectuals after 9/11Super Chat Live Questions 57:03 – What do you think about the murder of Charlie Cook and the narratives forming around it?1:06:47 – Do you believe both the left and right are increasingly embracing political violence as a path forward?1:11:36 – How does the threat of violence affect public figures and the willingness of people to speak out?1:14:18 – How should we think about mourning individuals who were controversial or divisive?1:15:54 – Why is there such a lack of intellectual leadership in America today?1:21:06 – Do you think the assassin who killed Charlie Cook acted like a professional?1:24:14 – How worried should we be about the escalation of political violence in America?1:28:16 – Should controversial or provocative ideas still be published despite the risks?1:30:26 – What are the moral implications of supporting public figures who hold controversial views?1:34:21 – How do you see the psychology of creators compared to destroyers?1:35:43 – What lessons can we take from Charlie Cook’s life in light of Ayn Rand’s ideas?👉 If you want clear, uncompromising analysis on politics, culture, and the battle of ideas—without tribal spin—this is your show. [watch](https://youtube.com/live/I7C8souEVxM).💡 Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truths, and challenges to Left  and Right alike.📌 Support the show and join the next AMA: [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)  ❤️ Like, subscribe & share to spread reason and freedom!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/Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? 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Original title: Charlie Kirk Shot; NATO; Stabbing; Abortion in SC; Test Scores | Yaron Brook Show | September 10, 2025Yaron tackles the biggest stories of the week—without the partisan spin. From the shocking shooting of Charlie Kirk and what it means for free speech, to NATO’s uncertain future, a brutal stabbing, South Carolina’s abortion ruling, and America’s crumbling test scores. Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truth, and no mercy for Left or Right.Key time stamps:01:10 Charlie Kirk Shot18:45 NATO28:10 Stabbing46:05 Charlie Kirk Shot51:55 Abortion in SC1:02:55 Test Scores1:04:45 Charlie Kirk ShotLive Questions:1:20:22 – After the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., Robert Kennedy confronted the public rage and helped calm the flames. Is there anyone today who could play that role?1:23:30 – Do Ayn Rand’s  novels start the process of building the pride and self esteem necessary for the culture to embrace capitalism? Or do people need to have developed some degree of self esteem on their own to even respond positively to her works?1:27:51 – Did you see Congress play a 2024 video of a U.S. Reaper drone firing a million-dollar Hellfire missile at a glowing orb off Yemen? 1:29:40 – My friend argues that everyone has intrinsic value, and that’s where self-esteem should come from—not from achievements, jobs, or what others think. Do you agree?1:41:17 – What does it mean for Charlie Kirk to be shot in a conservative state that’s ranked among the top 20 safest in the U.S.? How might this affect future campus speakers?👉 If you want unfiltered truth about politics, economics, and culture—without the tribal spin—this is the episode to [watch](https://youtube.com/live/8rJe1Rg4krw).💡 Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truths, and challenges to Left  and Right alike.📌 Support the show and join the next AMA: [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)  ❤️ Like, subscribe & share to spread reason and freedom!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/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#poland #russiaukrainewar #putin  #Mamdani #democraticparty #abundance  #Architecture #Capitalism #Objectivism #Freedom #Individualism #Philosophy #Economics #Politics #Stagflation #Trump #YaronBrookShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Original Title:  Israel Attacks Qatar; Jobs; Murdoch; US Military; Mamdani; Ethiopia; Architecture | Yaron Brook Show  | September 9, 2025Israel hits Qatar. Jobs vanish. Murdoch bows out. The US military falters. Ethiopia burns. Mamdani misleads. And architecture—beauty or brutality?Israel escalates by striking Qatar, raising questions about strategy, morality, and the broader Middle East conflict. Meanwhile, the U.S. faces a mounting jobs crisis that exposes the failures of both Left and Right economic policies. Rupert Murdoch exits the stage, leaving behind a broken legacy in media and politics. The U.S. military continues its decline—bloated budgets but weakening strength—while intellectual frauds like Mahmood Mamdani spread poisonous anti-Western narratives. Ethiopia burns as tribalism and statism destroy yet another nation, and in the background looms a cultural battlefield over architecture: do we still build for human flourishing, or have we embraced an era of ugliness? Along the way, Yaron tackles big questions from the audience on Objectivism’s demands, stagflation, Trump’s decline, Florida’s property taxes, and whether individualism still stands a chance against the collectivist tide. This episode pulls no punches—expect clear, unapologetic truth.Key Time Stamps:03:55 Israel Attacks Qatar32:10 Jobs44:50 Murdoch48:20 US Military55:30 Mamdani1:04:00 Ethiopia1:08:50 ArchitectureLive Q&A Highlights:1:23:01 Is Objectivism too demanding? Many think it expects people to be unrealistically self-sufficient long-range thinkers, and that it’s cruel to expect what most can’t live up to. How do you respond?1:27:11 Left and Right policies look increasingly similar—doesn’t that give weight to “horseshoe theory”?1:31:32 Can you explain how stagflation actually happens?1:35:05 Do you expect America to fall into a “Dark Ages” collapse, or just stagnate in a mixed economy with no growth?1:38:03 Did the tech sector create huge wealth before politicians knew how to regulate it—and now uses that wealth to block regulation?1:42:10 Collectivists dominate elections on both Left and Right. Are individualists simply losing?1:42:39 In Star Trek, the Prime Directive bans giving advanced tech to barbaric societies. Is there wisdom in this idea? How dangerous is advanced knowledge in the wrong hands?1:44:29 Is it valid to cope with bad ideas by mocking them—“I laugh so I don’t cry”—or does that trivialize them?1:46:36 Do merely having “evil thoughts” make a person evil?1:47:15 Trump appears cognitively fading. Is he too old to cause major damage now?1:48:15 Can America’s institutions and courts actually stop Trump from going authoritarian—or are they failing?1:50:34 How will Israelis react if the war ends with hostages murdered?1:50:37 If Florida abolished property taxes, would it become the freest state in America? Would others follow—and would you retire there?1:53:09 Should I take a year off to travel, or is the career setback too big a risk?1:55:23 Thoughts on the famous Card & Krueger minimum wage study, and the later Dube, Lester & Reich study across state borders?1:59:02 Trump pushes for lower interest rates. Could his appointees be massaging economic data to pressure the Fed?1:59:49 Would you consider interviewing Mosab Hassan Yousef (“Son of Hamas”)?2:00:21 What’s your take on the Indonesian and Nepali protests?📌 📌 See comments for more [questions](https://youtube.com/live/8rJe1Rg4krw)👉 If you want unfiltered truth about politics, economics, and culture—without the tribal spin—this is the episode to [watch](https://youtube.com/live/8rJe1Rg4krw).💡 Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truths, and challenges to Left and Right alike.📌 Support the show and join the next AMA: [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)  ❤️ Like, subscribe & share to spread reason and freedom!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/Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? 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Original Title: Milei Defeat; ICE & S. Korea; National Defense Strategy; SCOTUS; Gaza; France? | Yaron Brook Show  | September 8, 2025From the Argentina crisis after Milei’s shocking defeat to America’s immigration chaos at ICE, a broken National Defense Strategy, and a looming Supreme Court showdown—this episode dives into the political and cultural battles that will shape the future of freedom. Add the escalating Gaza war and France’s uncertain direction, and you’ve got a world in turmoil where liberty hangs by a thread. And that’s just the headlines.In the live Q&A, Yaron tackles big questions few dare to ask! Key Time Stamps: 01:05 Upcoming Shows Schedule 01:25 Milei Defeat10:50 ICE 23:45 National Defense Strategy32:55 SCOTUS38:25 Gaza 50:25 France? Live Questions: 1:03:11 What are your thoughts on stock option backdating in general, and on the case involving Steve Jobs?1:08:21 As a social observer, my estimate would be that the percentage of the population that is actually happy is less than 10%. Does a small minority seem right to you? And why aren’t more Objectivists happy?1:09:31 I read that the UCLA mathematician Terrence Tao is looking for funding for his department after Trump pulled federal funding. Is there any point in funding US universities when the federal government may take control? 1:11:13 Great Depression question; 'Triumph of Econ Freedom' blames the Fed for failing to act as a lender of last resort in '29. Why didn't a JP Morgan type step up in 29 as in 1907? Was this related to the creation of the Fed?1:15:26 What do you think of all the arrests in the UK for "bad" tweets"? Are there any tweets that the authorities should arrest people for?1:20:49 You recommended a Mike Ryan on Twitter the other day. What's his handle?1:20:51 What do think are the consequences of the US cutting funds to support the military in the Baltics? Is a Russian attack more likely? Do u think it is a plan that the EU is investing more in its military? What is cut next?1:25:31 I was thinking about buying a property in Japan and creating an AirBnB in Kyoto. What do you think of Japan for expats?1:28:03 What’s your favourite Greek food?1:28:31 Can you already tell us where and when you’ll be speaking in Europe during your October tour?1:32:29 If Millei wins re-election in a landslide, will it be a signal to other world leaders to at the very least be less afraid of moving in a substantial free market direction?1:33:33 If ARI did a documentary on Objectivism, could they pay a platform like Dave Rubin or someone with a sizable audience to release it on their channel?1:34:33 Will your Q&A with Harry Binswanger and Peter Schwartz be recorded and uploaded to YouTube?1:37:02 In Germany there wasn't any pro-enlightenment opposition to Hitler; in America today there doesn't appear to be any respectable or decent sized pro-enlightenment opposition to Trumps barbarism? 1:38:26 Does paying high taxes and sustaining a welfare state really make rich people "feel good about themselves"? 1:39:11 Does it look like Mamdani will lose in NYC?1:40:28 See pinned comment for timestamps of additional questions 👉 If you want unfiltered truth about politics, economics, and culture—without the tribal spin—this is the episode to watch.💡 Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truths, and challenges to Left and Right alike. 📌 Support the show and join the next AMA: [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow) ❤️ Like, subscribe & share to spread reason and freedom!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/ 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 / 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 #immigration #macron #China #foreignpolicy #argentina #artificialintelligence #Argentina #Milei #tariffs #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality ​#Objectivism​ #AynRand #politics #supremecourt2025Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Original Title:  Milei; Jobs Report; Tech CEOs & Trump; Hawley & AI; Immigration; Drug War; Musk | Yaron Brook Show  | September 5, 2025Why are “pro-capitalist” CEOs kneeling to Trump? Why is Hawley using AI as a new excuse for government control? Why do politicians lie about jobs, immigration, and the drug war? And what does Milei’s battle in Argentina tell us about freedom’s future?Key Time Stamps:01:35 Milei06:30 Jobs Report15:55 Tech CEOs & Trump27:45 Musk34:30 Hawley & AI40:35 Immigration46:10 Drug WarLive Questions:56:26 Is being passive-aggressive a sign of moral cowardice? 59:55 I'm planning my 1st ever trip to South America! Which cities are a 'must-do'? When I talk about Rio, friends give dire warnings on security. Is it so bad that I should stay away from Rio on my trip?1:03:55 Are you surprised that American businessmen are kneeling to politicians in the year 2025, or does it make sense given the philosophy in the culture?1:05:00 Your comments about the intensification of the Drug War sparked this question: why does the violation of a right beget further violation of rights?1:06:54 Have you ever explored England outside of London? 1:09:55 Is this the modern mixed economy model? Have a few cities where all the wealth and innovation occur, and everyone else in the country lives on benefits?1:10:46 All government attempts to redistribute wealth and income smother productive incentives and lead toward general impoverishment.1:11:09 You really believe the guy making $50k a year can be as happy as the guy making $500k a year?1:15:33 What motivated LP to write DIM? What was he observing in the culture to make him want to put in writing these predictions when things were looking pretty good 15 years ago, when he began writing?1:18:35 What would you do in that situation? How would you deal with Trump as the CEO of a company, knowing he would want to associate with you?1:19:28 Could ARI produce a movie or documentary about Objectivism?1:20:56 This makes a Christian-altruist society very uncomfortable, but isn’t the truth that sometimes the strong have to use force against the weak if it’s in retaliation for aggression?1:22:06 Is there any hope left for Taiwan? Do you think the world is ready to have TSMC in the hands of the CCP?1:23:13 Aside from health and family issues, I have trouble understanding unhappy wealthy people. Is it value-related? Lack of goals to use the money?1:25:23 We could use a reverse DIM that identifies and celebrates the causes of the Enlightenment. Is there a book out there that does that?👉 If you want unfiltered truth about politics, economics, and culture—without the tribal spin—this is the episode to watch.💡 Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truths, and challenges to Left and Right alike.📌 Support the show and join the next AMA: [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)  ❤️ Like, subscribe & share to spread reason and freedom!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/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 #ceo #drugwar #argentina  #artificialintelligence  #tariffs #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality ​#Objectivism​ #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Original Live Title RFK & Miran at Senate; FL Vaccine Mandates; Abortion Pill; Tariffs &Deportation | Yaron Brook Show | September 4, 2025When politics descends into a circus, who’s really paying the price? From RFK’s Senate drama and Miran’s grandstanding to Florida’s authoritarian vaccine mandates, America’s culture wars rage on. Add in the Left/Right battle over the abortion pill, Trumpian tariff lies, and calls for mass deportation—and you get the perfect storm of bad ideas.Yaron Brook slices through the noise with unapologetic clarity, exposing the irrationality, tribalism, and dangers behind today’s politics. Neither Left nor Right escapes critique—because freedom, reason, and individual rights demand honesty.Key Time Stamps:01:15 Free Press07:05 National Conservatism Conference37:05 RFK43:20 Miran45:45 FL Vaccine Mandates49:20 Abortion Pill54:50 Tariffs56:30 Deportation1:00:00 Announcement https://randsdaycon.thebvh.com/Live Questions:1:11:47 Another interesting thing about Rand was that she frequently thought of and identified the motives behind ideas and actions without resorting to psychoanalyzing. Do you think that’s difficult to do? What are your thoughts on how to do it?1:13:31 How do you objectively assign a weight to your gut feelings? 1:18:09 Even if you're healthy, is it possible to be consistently happy if you're not wealthy?1:20:51 With Trump everything is horrible, a disgrace, a Hellhole, etc., unless he’s responsible for it. I’m highlighting his negativity and malevolence. Do you think that’s correlated with skepticism/cynicism?1:22:06 Why do some grow up trying to think in principles despite their education, and others don't?1:23:52 Does the Left have more respect for human rights than the Right? Respect for due process and humane treatment of detainees and prisoners?1:25:46 On yesterday's show, you said: "Ayn Rand didn't convince that many people, but maybe she convinced the most important people". What did you mean by that?1:27:10 When Tom Snyder asked Rand what she meant by selfishness, she referenced self-esteem, and that one should “respect one’s mind”. What does respecting one’s mind entail?1:29:08 When a crony politician is accused of acting in "self-interest" against the "interest" of the people, what's a better term than "self-interest"?1:30:37 When evaluating selfishness, are people not so much put off by the idea of you pursuing your values and achieving your happiness, but a perceived ugliness of not caring about others?1:32:20 Could hospitals now say, “Want to deliver your baby at Hospital A, B, or C? You must get these specific vaccines for our NICU ward’s protection.” ?1:32:50 If the S&P500 booms 4k points after the tariffs are shut down, would Trump reconsider tariffs? Or is he too deep into mercantilism to think otherwise?1:34:00 Are you planning on becoming a genocide scholar?📌  See pinned comment for timestamps of additional questions👉 If you want unfiltered truth about politics, economics, and culture—without the tribal spin—this is the episode to watch.💡 Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truths, and challenges to Left and Right alike.📌 Support the show and join the next AMA: [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)  ❤️ Like, subscribe & share to spread reason and freedom!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/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 #hhs #scotus  #federalreserve #covid19 #tariffs   #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality #Objectivism​ #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Original Live Show Title: Google; Taxes & GDP; Epstein; Drug War; Genocide; China Parade: Ukrainian Drones | Yaron Brook Show  | September 3, 2025Big Tech, taxes, Epstein’s shadow, the drug war, genocide, China’s military pageantry, and Ukrainian drone warfare—this episode rips into the moral and political fault lines of our age. Yaron Brook doesn’t just cover the news, he dissects the lies behind it: how governments distort GDP, how intellectual rot fuels cognitive egalitarianism, why both left and right collude to keep Epstein’s truth buried, and what today’s wars reveal about morality, technology, and freedom.🔴 Watch the full show here: https://youtube.com/live/sO2gYpIm9x8Key Topics:01:55 Google’s grip on speech11:05 Taxes & GDP myths20:15 Epstein revelations28:20 Drug War insanity33:45 Genocide: moral clarity or evasion?42:10 China’s parade of power59:00 Ukrainian drone warfarePlus, live questions on Objectivist activism, water privatization, cognitive egalitarianism, Gaza, the Norwegian oil fund, early retirement, Italian culture—and more.Live Questions:1:09:30 Do you think it's immature for Objectivists to be frustrated or impulsive about not being able to change the culture yet? Or should we be morally ambition and demanding/expecting of our fellow citizens to be moral enough to recognize the truth in this philosophy?1:13:52 I spoke to a colleague about a British water company scandal today. I realized that I knew very little about how privatized water would/have been supplied. Would franchising be valid, like the system they have in France?1:16:55 What's your assessment of how [others] promote the idea that every individual has the exact same cognitive capacity, and therefore, all beliefs are equal based on that premise, e.g., cognitive egalitarianism, etc.?1:20:15 Do you think both the right and left political parties are working together against American citizens, since they seem to be actively working to prevent the public from accessing information surrounding the Epstein debacle?1:22:11 Maybe the lies are a cover for a deeper plan?1:24:01 Do you think the current Gaza offensive will finally put an end to Hamas’ rule?1:24:56 Have you heard of the Norwegian oil funds ethical committee pulling the fund out of companies involved in Israel? Any Opinions? What do you think are the long term effects, politically, diplomatically?1:26:48 You said don’t save when you’re young but what if I want the option to retire early and travel the world for a few years?1:29:43 Thoughts on the Italian people and Italian culture?1:33:33 A lot of similarities between Israeli’s and Italian’s?1:34:26 If a weapon ‘good on paper’ turned out to be bad in practice, would this entail a re-evaluation of the initial paper? (theory)👉 If you want unfiltered truth about politics, economics, and culture—without the tribal spin—this is the episode to watch.💡 Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truths, and challenges to Left and Right alike.📌 Support the show and join the next AMA: [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)  ❤️ Like, subscribe & share to spread reason and freedom!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/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 #antitrust   #ukrainerussiawar   #military  #gazagenocide #tariffs   #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality ​ ​#Objectivism​ #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Original Show Title Use of Troops; Trump Health; Manufacturing; Tips; Dissatisfaction; Stock Market | Yaron Brook Show | September 2, 2025In this episode, Yaron Brook tackles some of the most pressing—and controversial—issues shaping America today. Should U.S. troops be deployed domestically? What does Trump’s declining health mean for the country? Can America’s obsession with “bringing back manufacturing” survive economic reality? Yaron breaks down the myths around tipping culture, the roots of widespread dissatisfaction, and the truth behind stock market movements.Along the way: insights on equality, U.S. Space Command, and the forgotten Department of War. Plus, sharp live Q&A covering Atlas Shrugged, trade tribalism, Alaska’s decline, capitalism’s long struggle, and whether America today looks disturbingly like pre-Nazi Germany.Key Time Stamps:01:50 Equality05:30 US Space Command07:50 Department of War 11:25 Use of Troops18:45 Trump Health22:40 Manufacturing32:40 Tips39:40 Dissatisfaction1:03:50 Stock Market1:16:45 Charlie KirkLive Questions:1:30:57 Does anti-trade sentiment come from tribalism and fear of the other? Is it reasonable to decline trade that might prolong a culture antithetical to your own, e.g. Russia,Saudi Arabia. But can't it still be win-win?1:40:25 “How do we win? We lose, and lose, and lose . . . until we are ready.” —Andor (Rebel mentor to Rebel recruit)1:41:20 Do you think Trump being a compulsive liar and oppressor is causing his health to decay? Is it possible he doesn't make it out of his second term?1:42:30 Does this feel like pre-Nazi Germany to you at all?1:44:00 What is the best way to monitor the flow of investment and capital out of the US? Is this easy to see amongst all the other economic data out there?1:46:09 A bit ago, you said young people don’t need to focus on savings. But modest investing (index funds) early compounds safely/greatly. Why wait?1:50:14 Are intellectuals our only hope for the objectivist movement?1:52:01 Most debates are framed as capitalism vs socialism where the takeaway is “let’s avoid extremes and go for social democracy.” Don’t you think the focus should be against social democracy?1:54:42 Thoughts on the emotion of fear. What does the word identify? Causes?1:57:38 See pinned comment for timestamps of [additional questions](https://youtube.com/live/WH29SryiAE0)👉 If you want unfiltered truth about politics, economics, and culture—without the tribal spin—this is the episode to watch.💡 Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truths, and challenges to Left and Right alike.📌 Support the show and join the next AMA: [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)  ❤️ Like, subscribe & share to spread reason and freedom!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/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 #economy  #americandream  #military  #americafirst  #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality ​ ​#Objectivism​ #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Original Show Title: Tariff Lies; Xi, Modi, Putin; Tourism; Chinese Visas; DC; Min Wage; UK Asylum | Yaron Brook Show | September 1, 2025Are tariffs “protecting” American jobs—or just ripping you off? Yaron tears apart the myths and exposes the real victims of tariff lies. From Xi’s authoritarian grip to Modi’s nationalist illusions and Putin’s thuggery, the show dives into the strongmen shaping global politics.Yaron will also tackle the decline of tourism, the mess of Chinese visas, the swamp of DC politics, and the economic insanity of minimum wage hikes. Across the Atlantic, the UK asylum crisis reveals the moral collapse of Western immigration policies.Plus, a fiery Q&A on crime stats, Trump’s tariff obsession, Rand’s cultural impact, drones vs. tanks, why Americans have AC but Europeans don’t—and the deeper question of whether fear of independence defines today’s culture.Key Time Stamps:02:35 Florence Reflections04:55 Tariff Lies38:35 Xi39:35 Modi47:40 Tourism51:45 Chinese Visas56:30 DC1:02:45 Min Wage1:08:35 UK AsylumLive Questions:1:37:58 What are the most positive trends in the world today? What gives you greatest cause for optimism?1:44:52 What if somebody told Trump that his chances of getting the Nobel Prize would dramatically increase if he eliminated all tariffs?1:46:14  Will we see capitalism in our lifetime?1:46:51 Is looking at how many hours a person must work to afford an item a better way of looking at prices today, compared to prices in the past?1:50:56 Back to the issue of maturity, how do you explain the phenomenon of the degree of immaturity of the Trump administration?1:54:37 Rand diagnosed most people as having a fear of independence. Whatever one feels about being independent, one’s metaphysical independence is a biological fact. Why would one form a fear of acknowledging that fact of nature?1:56:22 Are drones making armored fighting vehicles obsolete?1:59:09 Would you agree that to learn, an individual has to revise a previously held belief (accept that being wrong is a path to learning), and/or... accept being ignorant about some topic/information, and [honestly] learn from a position of ignorance?2:05:51 Is it really fair to say all the smart people are in Blue cities? Is it because of current Democrat policies or relics of times past?2:08:55 See pinned comment for timestamps of additional questions💡 Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truths, and challenges to Left and Right alike.📌 Support the show and join the next AMA: [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)  ❤️ Like, subscribe & share to spread reason and freedom!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/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 #epping #china #russia #foreignpolicy #americafirst  #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality ​​#Objectivism​ #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Original Live Show Title: David; Jordan Peterson & Maturity; Gold; Review-Forks in The Road | Yaron Brook Show | August 31, 2025What does Michelangelo’s David reveal about art, heroism, and the human spirit? Is Jordan Peterson right that maturity requires parenthood—or is that a dangerous myth? Yaron Brook dives into the meaning of real maturity, the enduring value of gold, and the forks in the road we all face.Along the way:Michelangelo’s David as the ultimate symbol of human greatness (04:35)Peterson’s flawed take on maturity and the real meaning of adulthood (24:15)Gold—why it matters and what it represents (42:40)Forks in the Road: choices, consequences, and the future (52:30)Live audience questions tackle art, racism, AI economics, Israel, immigration, property rights, and whether caring for children more than yourself is a virtue—or a trap.Key Time Stamps:04:35 Michelangelo's David24:15 Jordan Peterson & Maturity42:40 Gold52:30 Review-Forks in The Road Live Questions:1:11:47 Harry B. to AR: Do you feel that you are always maturing? She said no, a bit shocked. He: “Do you feel that you are constantly learning more about life?’ She: Yes, and wonder how I ever survived not knowing what I know now. How do you interpret this?1:14:39 Are you not the author of your thoughts? You're just the editor?1:24:25 When reading online comment sections, it is appears the culture is saturated with racism and hatred. Is this due to immaturity? Fear of taking the risks necessary to make your life something?1:27:16 Economists are saying Hayak was right about the past, but AI changes the game. "The calculation problem"? 1:30:46 can you go over some PBDs capitalist answers from todays show on jubile?1:31:10 How would you address private investors buying property and developing areas therefore increasing property tax and pricing people out? 1:32:33 @maribbens: Love your YouTube channel! Don’t love immigrants coming in, bringing their uncles with weird-sounding names. They’re gonna take our Bobs!1:33:07 Can you try and get on Graham Stephans' show? 1:33:35 I think it’s dangerous to care for your children more than yourself. What happens when the child doesn’t need or want that level of care anymore?1:34:10 80% of Pakistanis are the product of first cousin marriages. Do you think this is part of their high crime rate of Pakistanis in the Uk?1:38:00 Do you think people are able to have multiple careers in life?1:38:50 Would it be justified to displace the Gazans and have Israel absorb the land in order to keep Israelis safe?1:41:04 If someone films me in public and posts it online for clicks, isn’t that using my image/property without consent? Why should free expression in this context override image rights📌 If you’re tired of clichés, conformity, and cultural decline, this episode will challenge you to rethink what maturity, responsibility, and greatness really mean.👉 Support the show & join the next AMA: [PAtreon](https://Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)❤️ Subscribe, like & share for more independent, reason-based commentary.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/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 #michaelangelo #inflation #jordanpeterson #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality ​ ​#Objectivism​ #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Original Live Show Title: Tariffs' Legality; Fed Independence; Houthis; Iran Sanctions; Venezuela | Yaron Brook Show | August 30, 2025From the legality of tariffs to the future of Fed independence, Yaron Brook dives into the economic and political battles shaping America’s future. Are tariffs constitutional—or just legalized theft? Is the Federal Reserve still independent, or already captured by political forces?Shifting to global flashpoints, Yaron examines the Houthis’ threat to stability, the failures of Iran sanctions, and Venezuela’s ongoing collapse. Along the way, he tackles tough audience questions on Jordan Peterson, Trump’s authoritarian appeal, Congress’s cowardice, and the Supreme Court’s abdication.This is a wide-ranging, unapologetically honest look at the erosion of freedom—at home and abroad.Key Time Stamps:04:00 Italy Reflections10:35 Upcoming Shows Schedule11:50 Tariffs' Legality25:30 Fed Independence41:10 Houthis43:45 Israel45:55 Iran Sanctions48:15 VenezuelaLive Questions:53:04 Jordan Peterson said: "You are not mature until someone else matters more than you". Obviously taking care of a child or having to care for a sick loved one does mature you, but can this sentiment be framed in egoistic terms?57:30 Can you talk about the formal training you received in Objectivism?1:00:38 Why can't congressional Republicans see where we are headed with Trump? Do they want a tyranny? 1:06:38 Congress in my view is largely to blame for bringing us closer to authoritarianism. It takes them for ages to pass crazy laws and all they do is talk. Trump gives the illusion of being pro-action. Thoughts?1:08:33 Has the Supreme Court abdicated its responsibilities of safeguarding our Republic?1:09:08 Is major crime down in Blue cities because DA's are bumping felonies down to misdemeanors?1:10:23 Is Trump successfully making dictatorship more palatable to the American public?1:11:05 If Blake Scholl is super successful with BOOM, maybe he could run for president in 10-15 years?1:11:30 Is Al performing so well due to anything Trump is doing? Or is it purely coincidental, and he's just riding the wave? Will Trump be bad for Al's development? Or deregulate to help expand it?1:12:52 Can you do a show where you catch up on all music and movie reviews all in one shot?1:16:16 Is the CEO of Intel a coward for partnering with Trump?1:17:55 Thoughts on Kevin O'Leary? 1:18:35 Dr. Mike Israetel often talks about how he absolutely loves Big Pharma. Something hopefully you can discuss on his channel.1:19:26 Were you & LP closest while he was writing DIM?📌 Tune in now for sharp analysis and bold ideas!  👉 Join the next AMA by supporting the show on [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)  ❤️ Subscribe, like, and share if you enjoy independent, reason-based commentary!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/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 #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality ​ ​#Objectivism​ #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Original Live Show Title: 📺  AMA & Hangout with Contributors (Aug 2025) | Yaron Brook ShowIn this wide-ranging Contributor AMA, Yaron Brook opens with travel updates before diving into the real-world issues shaping politics, culture, and economics. He unpacks tax incidence theory and the hidden burden of tariffs on consumers, sparking a debate over dress codes and workplace culture. From there, the conversation expands into cultural communication norms, antisemitism, and the destructive pull of egalitarianism.Other highlights include:-- The ripple effects of corporate taxes on wages and prices-- Alma Deutscher’s latest concert and the brilliance of young talent-- John Bolton’s prosecutions and what they reveal about U.S. politics-- Stagflation, intelligent design, and the lessons of historical atrocities-- AI’s growing role in coding and technological disruption-- Insights on Nikki Haley’s career trajectory-- Educational competition and Poland’s shifting economic policiesLive Audience Q&A:-- Are young Objectivists stuck in Galt’s Gulch fantasies—blaming the world for their failures?-- Did Close Encounters of the Third Kind capture Rand’s concretes/abstractions by accident—or is there another source?-- Will Blake Scholl (Boom Supersonic) go public with Objectivism if supersonic travel takes off?-- Israel accused of starving Gazans—does Yaron regret earlier advice?-- Is evolutionary psychology just Nazi-style determinism repackaged?-- Have Israelis lost altruism since October 7—now demanding Gaza’s total destruction?-- Would you risk your career by going public with controversial ideas?-- And a shoutout to a listener tuning a piano while tuning in. 🎹See comments for questions.👉 Full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/X2y_9BtVcI8📌 Tune in now for sharp analysis and bold ideas!  👉 Join the next AMA by supporting the show on [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)  ❤️ Subscribe, like, and share if you enjoy independent, reason-based commentary!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/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 #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality ​ ​#Objectivism​ #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Original Live Show Title: 🚨 August 22, 2025 | Everything is Not OK; Bolton; DC; Intel; Powell; Tariffs; Redistricting; Famine;  | Yaron Brook ShowIn this episode of the Yaron Brook Show, Yaron takes on the chaos of today’s headlines and digs beneath the surface:-- Why everything is not OK—and why so few will admit it.-- Bolton, DC, Intel, and Powell: what the latest political and market moves really mean.-- Tariffs and redistricting: the real cost of bad economics and bad politics.-- Global famine—what causes it, and why it’s preventable.-- Tucker Carlson’s latest antics and the state of American discourse.As always, Yaron brings unapologetic clarity to topics others dodge.👉 Key Time Stamps:01:55 Everything is Not OK15:35 Bolton28:30 DC36:00 Intel42:50 Powell1:00:20 Tariffs1:03:45 Redistricting1:06:05 Famine1:11:15 Tucker Carlson💬 Live Q&A includes unions, socialism’s appeal to youth, crime stats, immigration, housing policy, and even Rand on introspection. Live Questions:1:21:54 Generally speaking, why do unions harm non-union workers?1:24:11 Does America have too many different types of ethnic minorities for us to morph into 1930’s Germany? 1:26:54 Have you seen Shawn Ryan's interview with Blake Scholl? 1:28:16 Rand: “A major source of men's earned guilt in regard to philosophy—as well as in regard to their own minds and lives—is failure of introspection.” Would you be as moralistic or has Christianity/Kant crippled man’s emotions?1:30:04 Does the conceptual level always beat the perceptual level? Since Objectivists are on a higher plane of thought and moral clarity, will we inevitably overpower those who haven’t put the effort to reach our abstract plane?1:31:23 My son cites NYT article titled “No Proof Hamas Routinely Stole UN Aid, Israeli Military Officials Say.” What credible evidence exists that Hamas did systematically steal UN food?1:35:54 Why are the youth sold on various flavors of socialism, and how do we reverse that?1:36:50 Can you talk about goal setting sometime? 1:37:48 How’s the deregulation coming along?1:38:27 You often cite that violent crime is down, it is! But, compared to other nations like Japan, UK, Germany, etc we have a long way to go. Solution?1:40:13 Thoughts on "Trump administration will begin reviewing all 55 million US visa holders (i.e. legal immigrants)"?1:41:21 How would Cortlandt homes rent at the lowest price?1:41:48 Did Roark ever have GF after Dom. married Wynand?1:42:10 Re: Vance saying that he will “be quiet as long as Zellinsky behaves”, I guess Vance didn’t want to appear to be standing down. Have you ever seen such undignified immaturity as by the current leadership?1:42:51 Are tariffs on X a way of destroying sales of X?1:43:10 Banishing every “illegal” immigrant will do what exactly to make all these MAGA losers lives better?1:43:42 Is it theoretically possible that Troy Beaton and Dave Dean have contributed more super chat $$ than me? Is this a good sign for our movement?1:45:26 See pinned comment for timestamps of additional questions💥 Expect controversy. Expect insight. Expect truth.👉 Subscribe and join the conversation: /@yaronbrookshowSupport the show and help keep this content independent: Patreon🔔 Hit the bell to get notified for the next livestream!💬 Leave your thoughts in the comments [YouTube episode](https://youtube.com/live/xWjlo8j2I9s) —what topic should Yaron cover next?👉 This kind of bold, independent commentary only happens thanks to your support. Share your thoughts, re-watch the episode, and join the conversation. If you're not yet a member—now’s the time. Subscribe and support the show at: [Patreon](/yaronbrookshow)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/[Support the Show](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube Channel](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)#industrialpolicy  #trade #inflation #trump  #gazawar2025 #israelhamaswar  #immigration    #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality ​​#Objectivism​ #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Original Live Title: *🚨 August 21, 2025 | Gen Z; Peace in Ukraine; 83% Gaza Dead; Melting Arctic; CA Business; Black Wall | Yaron Brook Show| Yaron Brook Show*Gen Z is cynical, the media spins Gaza’s war dead, and the Arctic is melting—again. Yaron dives into the myths, numbers, and moral evasions dominating today’s headlines. From talk of “peace” in Ukraine to California’s crusade against productive business, he cuts through the noise with unapologetic clarity.Key Topics:01:05 – Gen Z’s worldview: apathy, cynicism, or rebellion?20:50 – The illusion of “peace” in Ukraine31:30 – Gaza casualty claims: what 83% really means39:40 – The “melting Arctic” narrative47:35 – California’s war on business54:15 – The “Black Wall”Live Q&A Highlights:– Did Trump actually deserve credit for the Armenia-Azerbaijan peace deal?– How to talk to kids falling for anti-Israel propaganda on Instagram.– Gavin Newsom trolling Trump—serious or sideshow?– Motivation by fear vs. motivation by love.– Should you fight occupational licensing laws—or escape the state?– Sex and socialism: should politics get in the way of fun?– Moving abroad: Portugal, the US, or somewhere freer?👉 See pinned comment for timestamps of additional questions📺 Watch the full episode: https://youtube.com/live/xm27BJEeQE8👉 Subscribe to the channel and join us live next time: / @yaronbrookshow 🔔 Hit the bell to get notified for the next livestream!💥 Expect controversy. Expect insight. Expect truth.💬 Leave your thoughts in the [comments](https://youtube.com/live/xm27BJEeQE8)—what topic should Yaron cover next?👉 This kind of bold, independent commentary only happens thanks to your support. Share your thoughts, re-watch the episode, and join the conversation. If you're not yet a member—now’s the time. Subscribe and support the show at: [Patreon]( / yaronbrookshow )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/[Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube Channel](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)#climatechange #ukrainerussiawar #gazawar2025 #israelhamaswar #immigration #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality ​​#Objectivism​ #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Original Live Title: 🚨 August 17, 2025 | MAGA & Tucker,Socialism/Feudalism?; Ageism; TikTok; Engineers; Military & Drugs | Yaron Brook ShowIs America drifting back to feudalism under the banner of MAGA populism and Tucker Carlson’s “anti-capitalism”? Yaron Brook takes on the growing assault on freedom—from right-wing populists and their cozying up to socialism—to the moral panic over TikTok, discrimination cloaked as “ageism,” the cultural status of engineers, and the dangerous mix of the military and drugs. Plus, a deep dive into an Institute for Justice case that could reshape property rights.In the live Q&A, Yaron weighs in on Agustina Vergara Cid’s new OCON 2025 talk, lessons from the Obama years, and whether JD Vance is a modern Ellsworth Toohey. He tackles questions on cartel power, writing sci-fi worlds with corporate quasi-feudalism, politicians’ evasions on spending, and the perennial challenge of voting when there’s no capitalist option on the ballot.Key Time Stamps:01:05 – MAGA & Tucker: Socialism or Feudalism?32:40 – Ageism43:40 – TikTok48:40 – Engineers57:40 – Military & Drugs1:08:10 – Institute for Justice Case1:17:40 – Live Questions1:35:55 Do you think that JD Vance is evil , like Ellsworth Toohey? 1:37:32 How much bigger do the cartels need to get before they're effectively the government? 1:38:38 Working on a Sci-fi story with cyborgs, AI, extreme longevity. If people voluntarily live under a CEO/celebrity; in a corporate town/skyscraper, is that quasi-feudalistic? How to separate the ideas? 1:39:50 Why can't politicians understand the need to cut spending? Are they being dishonest and evasive? Do they understand budgets? 1:42:16 Being that there is no capitalist party in my state, how would you vote? Least evil theory? Third party? Not vote?👉 Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/En923ngEpQ4👉 Subscribe to the channel and join us live next time:    / @yaronbrookshow  🔔 Hit the bell to get notified for the next livestream!\💥 Expect controversy. Expect insight. Expect truth.💬 Leave your thoughts in the comments—what topic should Yaron cover next?👉 This kind of bold, independent commentary only happens thanks to your support. Share your thoughts, re-watch the episode, and join the conversation. If you're not yet a member—now’s the time. Subscribe and support the show at: [Patreon](  / yaronbrookshow  )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/[Support the Show](  / yaronbrookshow  )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube Channel](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)#socialism  #cronyism  #feudalsystem  #venezuela  #drugenforcement   #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality ​​#Objectivism​ #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Original show Title: 🚨 August 19, 2025 | Hasan Piker on capitalism; Colombia Healthcare; Trump Theater; India; Lobbying  | Yaron Brook ShowFrom socialist pundits to political theater—this episode dives into the battle of ideas shaping our world. Yaron takes on Hasan Piker’s attack on capitalism, exposes Colombia’s failing healthcare model, and calls out Trump’s latest theater act. Plus—India’s rise, the dirty game of lobbying, and what declining free-market enthusiasm says about our culture.In the live Q&A: Ben Shapiro’s take on Trump’s “masterstroke” in Ukraine, why Europe seems silent, whether violence in America is cultural or systemic, the future of Social Security vs Medicare, “late stage capitalism,” IRS audits, and more.If you want straight talk on economics, politics, and culture—without tribalism—this is the episode you can’t miss.Key Time Stamps: 01:05 Upcoming Shows Schedule02:20 Hasan Piker on capitalism33:30 Colombia Healthcare43:20 Intel51:00 Trump Theater56:45 India1:01:10 Lobbying1:04:35 Trump Theater Live Questions:1:10:02 Ben Shapiro just released a video titled “Could Trump’s MASTERSTROKE end the Russia-Ukraine war?”1:11:45 Wasn't Europe supposed to come here to scold Trump?1:16:36 Are you going to see the Veritas by Raffaele Monti, at Museu Almeida now that you are in Lisbon?1:18:02 Free markets are “out”, even on conservative media there is zero appetite or even lip service to capitalism. Have you seen this in your career?1:28:27 Do you think violence is so much higher in America than in any other western country because Americans are more immature and materialistic?1:30:22 do they feel more pressure to achieve wealth and status, and if they're not achieving it, do they become anxious and insecure and lash out violently? 1:31:07 You said social security is relatively easier to save with some tweaking, but are Medicare and Medicaid impossible? Will they collapse in your life time?1:35:11 Can you do a show on so called "late stage capitalism"? 1:36:46 The number of IRS audits has dropped significantly under Trump. Is he just protecting his crony friends who donated to his campaign?👉 [Watch](https://youtube.com/live/-B7vNGlSPzs)👉 Subscribe to the channel and join us live next time:    / @yaronbrookshow  🔔 Hit the bell to get notified for the next livestream!💥 Expect controversy. Expect insight. Expect truth.💬 Leave your thoughts in the [comments](https://youtube.com/live/-B7vNGlSPzs)—what topic should Yaron cover next?👉 This kind of bold, independent commentary only happens thanks to your support. Share your thoughts, re-watch the episode, and join the conversation. If you're not yet a member—now’s the time. Subscribe and support the show at: [Patreon](  / yaronbrookshow  )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/[Support the Show](  / yaronbrookshow  )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube Channel](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)#socialism  #cronyism  #ukrainerussiawar  #russiaukrainewar #ww3  #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality ​​#Objectivism​ #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Live Show Title: 🚨 August 17, 2025 | Zelensky in DC; Mail-in; ICE Hiring; Wealth Tax; BBC; Gaza; Bolivia; Robot  | Yaron Brook ShowZelensky lands in Washington—what does it mean for U.S. foreign policy? Are mail-in ballots a safeguard for democracy or a gateway to chaos? The government wants to expand ICE hiring while politicians push wealth taxes that would cripple innovation and prosperity. Meanwhile, the BBC plays moral arbiter, Gaza remains a flashpoint, Bolivia takes an authoritarian turn, and—yes—robots are coming for your jobs (but maybe that’s good news).In this episode, Yaron Brook takes on the week’s headlines with clarity and unapologetic rational egoism. From tariffs and Xi Jinping to Gaza and Trump’s obsession with the Nobel Prize, we cut through the noise to ask: what’s really at stake for freedom and the future?🔹 Should happiness and self-sufficiency be at the core of politics—or is the welfare state designed to destroy them?🔹 Is Russia today more evil than the Soviet Union?🔹 Why is America so violent compared to its peers?🔹 Can any taxation ever be moral?🔹 And… would Ayn Rand accept a Nobel Prize?Big questions, bold answers, and no evasions—this is The Yaron Brook Show.Key Time Stamps:02:00 Zelensky in DC24:50 Mail-in Ballots32:30 ICE Hiring38:25 Wealth Tax54:40 BBC1:00:55 Gaza1:03:00 Bolivia1:05:30 Robot1:11:45 Xi1:15:05 TariffsLive Questions:1:26:25 Does the left not recognize that people need purpose and self-sufficiency to be happy? That the welfare state destroys all that? Or do they view the concept of 'happiness' as laughable and sophomoric?1:28:43 Do you think modern day Russia is more evil than the old USSR?1:31:57 How funny would it be if Trump was disqualified from the Nobel Peace Prize due to his alienating tariff policies?1:33:15 Does Trump even care about a Nobel Peace Prize at this point? Or he's only doing this so world leaders fly out to see him and kiss his azz?1:34:53 Any plans to go back on Destiny's show? 1:35:32 Are there any books about the history of antisemitism that you would recommend? 1:38:39 Any news on that alternative sweetener story (the based on protein) you mentioned before?1:39:12 why is the US such a violent country compared to its peers such as Europe, Australia, etc.?1:43:03 If you think there's going to be a massive debt crises, why wait until 70 to start taking social security? Should people under 40 not factor in social security at all?1:44:51 Is Dorado a nicer place to live in Puerto Rico than San Juan?1:45:40 Do you think Trump had people whacked when he was a sleazy mob affiliated real estate developer in New York?1:45:59 Is free will method, not content?1:46:23 What's the claim Ukrain provoked Russia to invade?1:46:42 Thoughts on rumors of Milei spying on opponents?1:47:05 Since taxation is immoral why isn’t it immoral to tax Americans to support one side in the Ukraineine Russia war ?1:49:51 Do you believe any taxation is moral?1:51:40 Thoughts on President Newsom, good, bad & ugly ?1:52:16 What'll future biographies about Trump look like?1:52:31 have you ever tried any Virtual Reality experiences?👉 [Watch](https://youtube.com/live/slvOiEjMdd8)👉 Subscribe to the channel and join us live next time:    / @yaronbrookshow  🔔 Hit the bell to get notified for the next livestream!💥 Expect controversy. Expect insight. Expect truth.💬 Leave your thoughts in the [comments](https://youtube.com/live/slvOiEjMdd8)—what topic should Yaron cover next?👉 This kind of bold, independent commentary only happens thanks to your support. Share your thoughts, re-watch the episode, and join the conversation. If you're not yet a member—now’s the time. Subscribe and support the show at: [Patreon](  / yaronbrookshow  )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/[Support the Show](  / yaronbrookshow  )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube Channel](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)#foreignpolicy #americafirst #ukrainerussiawar  #russiaukrainewar #ww3  #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality ​​#Objectivism​ #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Live show original title: 🚨 August 17, 2025 | Trump, Putin & The Principles of A Rational, America First, Foreign Policy | Yaron Brook Show What would a *truly rational* “America First” foreign policy look like—one based on principle, not pandering? Yaron Brook takes on Trump, Putin, and the myth of “strongman diplomacy.” He exposes why authoritarian leaders feed off each other, why America’s real strength lies in moral clarity, and why today’s foreign policy debates are a matter of life, liberty, and civilization itself.🔥 Plus: an intense round of live audience questions ranging from the future of free will debates with Alex O’Connor, the morality of selling arms, and what justice for Putin should look like—down to sharp challenges on Gaza, Trump’s ego, George Washington’s foreign policy advice, collectivism vs. loneliness, nuclear war risks, and whether America is sliding toward a new Dark Age.Some standout Q\&A moments:* Should American arms sales be private—or government-controlled?* What does justice demand for Putin and other warmongers?* Is annexing Gaza morally defensible?* Are MAGA politics just watered-down Nazism?* Do collectivism and loneliness go hand-in-hand?* How should weaker free countries defend themselves against hostile neighbors?* Is George Washington’s “no foreign entanglements” principle still valid?* Does China’s lack of Christian altruism explain its missing welfare state?* Is privacy defensible in the digital age—or obsolete?* Would a collapsing Russia go nuclear?* Is forcing Western ideas in the Middle East moral—or doomed?* Do Germans today still bear a responsibility for the Holocaust?This episode dives into the moral foundations of foreign policy, the clash between freedom and authoritarianism, and what a principled “America First” should really mean.👉 [Watch](https://youtube.com/live/zTpzKIWKqNM)👉 Subscribe to the channel and join us live next time:    / @yaronbrookshow  🔔 Hit the bell to get notified for the next livestream!💥 Expect controversy. Expect insight. Expect truth.💬 Leave your thoughts in the comment section at (https://youtube.com/live/zTpzKIWKqNM)—what topic should Yaron cover next?👉 This kind of bold, independent commentary only happens thanks to your support. Share your thoughts, re-watch the episode, and join the conversation. If you're not yet a member—now’s the time. Subscribe and support the show at: [Patreon](  / yaronbrookshow  )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/[Support the Show](  / yaronbrookshow  )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube Channel](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)#foreignpolicy #americafirst #ukrainerussiawar  #russiaukrainewar #ww3  #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality ​​#Objectivism​ #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

🚨 August 15, 2025 | Putin&Trump Meet; Intel; Drill; Age verification; Redistricting; Infowars; Kabul | Yaron Brook ShowPutin and Trump shake hands—what does it mean for America’s future? Intel struggles, the CFPB expands its grip, and the left manipulates redistricting while the right embraces conspiracy nonsense like Infowars. Meanwhile, “green” electric cars fail to deliver, Kabul is still a disaster, and America’s intellectual bankruptcy deepens.Yaron dives into the headlines and the underlying ideas:-- Putin & Trump meet — a dictator and a wannabe strongman. Dangerous or just pathetic?-- Intel — why U.S. innovation keeps falling behind.-- CFPB — more paternalism dressed up as “protection.”-- Redistricting & Infowars — democracy distorted by both sides.-- E-cars — are they really progress, or just virtue-signaling with subsidies?-- Kabul — the ongoing price of cowardice.Plus, a firestorm of audience questions: IQ vs choice, free will, dictatorship in America, optimism and freedom, guilt and reason, luxury vs vanity, humans on Mars, and much more.Key Time Stamps:01:20 Putin&Trump Meet27:45 Intel33:33 Consumer Financial Protection Bureau39:35 Drill43:50 Redistricting46:00 Infowars48:00 e-cars53:50 KabulLive Questions:1:15:19 Any good sources for the economic history and policies of Hong Kong?1:16:31 Have you seen Alex O'Connor's debate with Craig Biddle on free will? Can any Objectivists who actually know what they're talking about from ARI reach out to Alex for a proper debate/discussion?1:17:55 If less than 100 years after World War II, and 68 years after the publication of Atlas Shrugged, the United States collapsed into dictatorship, how incompetent would the advocates of a free society have to be?1:21:42 What do you think of the trend of using holograms of dead celebrities in concerts?1:25:18 Why do the Chinese want a regulatory state while rejecting the welfare state? Do they think welfare makes their population soft?1:27:25 You notice how Millei is so energetic and excited about life? Do optimistic people tend to gravitate towards free markets?1:28:18 What if Trump had Putin arrested during the meeting?1:28:47 If you didn't have to travel to make a living, would you be a homebody? Just relaxing on the beach and doing podcasts?1:29:27 I remember around a year ago you said something to the effect: “I need to rethink what I’m doing with this show because It’s too negative and too much news, that’s not what I want.” Have you thought more in that vein since?1:31:56 How do you think characters like RFK and Tulsi allign with the modern Right?1:33:01 See pinned comment for timestamps of additional questions👉 Subscribe to the channel and join us live next time:    / @yaronbrookshow  🔔 Hit the bell to get notified for the next livestream!💥 Expect controversy. Expect insight. Expect truth.💬 Leave your thoughts in the comments—what topic should Yaron cover next?👉 This kind of bold, independent commentary only happens thanks to your support. Share your thoughts, re-watch the episode, and join the conversation. If you're not yet a member—now’s the time. Subscribe and support the show at: [Patreon](  / yaronbrookshow  )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/[Support the Show](  / yaronbrookshow  )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube Channel](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)#ukrainerussiawar  #russiaukrainewar #ww3 #gerrymandering    #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality ​​#Objectivism​ #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.