The Daily Objective
Ayn Rand Centre UK
The Ayn Rand Centre UK is dedicated to promoting Ayn Rand’s philosophy of Objectivism in the United Kingdom. The organisation advances Ayn Rand’s ideas by organising speaker events, discussion groups and other activities.
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Mar 16, 2021 • 21min
Bureaucrats vs Astra Zeneca, and the Problem with the Precautionary Principle - TDO 201 | Nikos
With many countries pausing the AstraZeneca vaccine distribution, the precautionary principle is again at the forefront. Nikos discusses its history and how it fits with various negative philosophical trends’.Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/Support the show
Mar 15, 2021 • 58min
The Daily Objective - Episode 200 | Mark Pellegrino, Rucka, Jonathan Hoenig & Nikos
Today, Nikos, Rucka, Mark and Jonathan celebrate the 200th episode of The Daily Objective, recall their favourite moments and think about the future.Support the show
Mar 12, 2021 • 26min
Tribalism: The Root of Most Our Evils - TDO 199 | Jonathan Hoenig & Nikos
To mark the occasion of Nikos’s book being available for pre-order, he and Jonathan will discuss its theme: the impact of tribalism in politics, culture and one’s mind.Support the show
Mar 11, 2021 • 24min
The Anti-Vaxxers' War on Reality - TDO 198
Vaccines are a triumph of the human mind and of the will to live and flourish. Yet, they are often under attack. What goes on in the faulty epistemology of an anti-vaxxer? Mark and Rucka discuss.Support the show
Mar 11, 2021 • 23min
Piers Morgan, Ofcom and Free Speech
Piers Morgan recently came under fire for his remarks on Meghan Markle, particularly in his disbelief that she sought help for her suicidal thoughts and was turned down by the Royal institution. Now, his remarks are being investigated by the UK media regulator, Ofcom, under their harm and offence rules.Nikos and Jonathan discuss on today’s episode.Support the show
Mar 10, 2021 • 27min
Diana, Meghan and the Change in Britain’s Psyche - TDO 196 | Rucka & Nikos
Princess Diana & Meghan, with their public displays of openness & vulnerability, have been viewed as the faces of a changing, more caring & emoting Britain. Is this something to celebrate? Nikos & Rucka discuss.Support the show
Mar 9, 2021 • 27min
Women's Day Special: My Favourite Randian Heroine - TDO 195 | Mark Pellegrino & Rucka
On today's Women's Day special, Mark and Rucka discuss their favourite Randian heroines.Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/Support the show
Mar 6, 2021 • 35min
Living with Gender Dysphoria - TDO 194 | Nikos & Guest David Birnbaum
David Birnbaum has recently shared his personal experience with gender dysphoria. On this episode of The Daily Objective, he will discuss with Nikos his journey and how it has made him reflect on some of the controversies around the issue of gender.Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/Support the show
Mar 5, 2021 • 16min
Texas Shrugged - TDO 193 | Mark Pellegrino & Jonathan Hoenig
In a move that Joe Biden characterised as ‘Neanderthal thinking’, Texas announced the lifting of many COVID-related restrictions, followed by Mississippi. Mark and Jonathan react on The Daily Objective.Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/Support the show
Mar 4, 2021 • 37min
Discussing the Prager-Biddle Discussion - TDO 192 | Rucka & Nikos, Guest: Craig Biddle
Watched by 675k+ viewers, Craig Biddle’s discussion with Dennis Prager highlighted the differences between Objectivism and religion. On today’s episode, Craig Biddle of Objective Standard & Objective Standard Institute joins Nikos & Rucka for a recap.Support the show
