The Ayn Rand Institute Podcast

Effective Egoism: Making the Case for Selfishness

Dec 11, 2023
Guest
Don Watkins
Don Watkins, author of Effective Egoism, discusses the importance of selfishness and challenges the idea of self-sacrifice. Topics include the relationship between effective egoism and effective altruism, the power of thinking and reason, understanding self-interest, considering long-term consequences, and the importance of seeking pleasure for a fulfilling life.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
The Perspective of the Book
02:44 • 20min
3
Exploring the Relationship between Effective Egoism and Effective Altruism
22:52 • 3min
4
The Power of Thinking and Reason
26:17 • 23min
5
Understanding Effective Egoism and Honoring the Self
49:03 • 3min
6
Considering the Full Context and Long-Term Consequences
51:42 • 2min
7
The Importance of Seeking Pleasure
54:04 • 6min
8
Promoting 'Effective Egoism and the Individual's Right to Pride, Purpose, and the Pursuit of Happiness'
01:00:02 • 4min