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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Dec 31, 2020 • 23min
Objectivist Activism in 2021 - TDO 148 | Nikos & Razi Ginzberg
Following a year of unprecedented abuse of power by Western governments, what can we expect next year? Are lockdowns a setback for promoting reason and liberty, or are they an opportunity? ARCUK Academic Advisor Nikos Sotirakopoulos and Director Razi Ginzberg discuss, on this episode of The Daily Objective.Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/Support the show
Dec 31, 2020 • 24min
Our Heroes for 2020 - TDO 146 | Mark Pellegrino & Nikos
On this episode of The Daily Objective, Mark Pellegrino and Nikos discuss the people who inspired them in 2020.Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/Support the show
Dec 27, 2020 • 30min
How Bezos Saved Christmas - TDO 145 | Jonathan Hoenig & Rucka
With the UK's lockdown restrictions being updated frequently and quickly, and "nonessential" shops closed in much of the country, many were unable to do their Christmas shopping in brick-and-mortar stores. On today's episode of The Daily Objective, Jonathan Hoenig and Rucka discuss how online retailers have helped maintain a semblance of the holiday spirit despite lockdown.Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/Support the show
Dec 26, 2020 • 22min
The Peikoff Guide to a Merry Christmas - TDO 144 | Mark Pellegrino & Nikos
Today on The Daily Objective, Nikos and Mark get in the festive spirit by reviewing the beautiful Christmas special from Leonard Peikoff’s radio show of the 1990s.Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/Support the show
Dec 25, 2020 • 26min
Israel's Broken Political System - TDO 143 | Jonathan Hoenig & Nikos, Guest: Razi Ginzberg
Israel is heading into its 4th election in 2 years. What are the causes of the Israeli political system's failure? Will this election result in a stable coalition government, or should we expect another election in 2021? Jonathan and Nikos discuss with Razi, in this episode of The Daily Objective.Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/Support the show
Dec 23, 2020 • 30min
We are all East Germans now - TDO 142 | Rucka & Nikos
Today on The Daily Objective, Rucka and Nikos discuss the new draconian measures in the UK, the travel bans, and what they signify for 2021.Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/Support the show
Dec 23, 2020 • 25min
Who Should Get the Vaccine First? - TDO 141 | Mark Pellegrino & Rucka
Governments around the world are dealing with the question of how the first limited stock of vaccines should be rationed. Beyond being a logistical question, this is one also involving an ethical evaluation. “The elderly and healthcare workers”, seems to be the unanimous answer. Rucka and Mark discuss in today’s episode of The Daily Objective.Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/Support the show
Dec 21, 2020 • 31min
Misrepresenters of Objectivism 2: Atlas Shrugged Movies - TDO 140 | Jonathan, Nikos, James Valliant
On today's episode of The Daily Objective, Nikos and Jonathan will be joined by James Stevens Valliant to discuss more misrepresenters of Objectivism: The Atlas Shrugged movies.Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/Support the show
Dec 18, 2020 • 28min
The Selfish Pleasure of Gift-Giving - TDO 139 | Mark Pellegrino, Jonathan Hoenig & Rucka
‘-You Objectivists give gifts? That’s an altruistic act. Check mate!‘.Mark, Jonathan and Rucka elaborate on why the above popular take is wrong and why gift-giving is compatible with rational selfishness’.Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/Support the show
Dec 18, 2020 • 26min
The Good Premises of La La Land - TDO 138 | Nikos
Today’s episode of The Daily Objective is a film recommendation for Christmas. Nikos claims that La La Land isn’t only a feel-good musical, but a rare testament to the importance of passionate value-pursuing.Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/Support the show
