The Ayn Rand Institute Podcast
Behind-the-Scenes of Ayn Rand’s Second Interview with Mike Wallace
Dec 16, 2024
Brandon Lisi, the Archivist at the Ayn Rand Institute and an expert on Rand's life, joins the discussion to shed light on the newly-found 1960 interview with Mike Wallace. They explore the historical context of the 'lost' interview, highlighting Rand's dynamic role as a public intellectual during the Cold War. Lisi reveals how Rand's intellectual confidence emerged, her sharp critiques of American leadership, and the significance of preserving such pivotal archives. Exciting upcoming projects from the Ayn Rand Archives are also teased!
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- The recent recovery of a 'lost' 1960 interview between Ayn Rand and Mike Wallace sheds light on Rand's intellectual confidence and engaging perspective during a critical historical moment.
- Rand's discussions within the interview highlight her role as a public intellectual providing moral guidance amid Cold War anxieties and failures of political leadership.
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Preserving and Expanding Ayn Rand's Legacy
The Ayn Rand Institute is dedicated to not only preserving Ayn Rand's intellectual and material heritage but also expanding her legacy's impact. This includes the physical writings, correspondence, and various media appearances of Rand throughout her life. Recent efforts revealed previously unreleased materials, such as a 1960 interview with Mike Wallace, which offers new insights into her philosophy. By unearthing and sharing such content, the Institute aims to help more people engage with and understand Rand's ideas.
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