

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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Apr 2, 2024 • 29min
“Aid Workers” Killed in Gaza—Were They Innocent? #1028
Exploring complex ethical dilemmas of aid in war-torn regions, suspension of humanitarian work in Gaza, comparing attitudes towards Jews in Nazi Germany vs. Palestinian society, navigating moral complexity in conflict zones, international condemnation of Israeli operation and hope for change in the Middle East.

Apr 1, 2024 • 31min
Israel’s Pro-Hamas Protest #1027
The podcast discusses Israel's response to Hamas attacks, including hostage crisis and political protests. It explores the influence of protests on policy change and ethical dilemmas in counterterrorism tactics. The episode highlights the importance of moral clarity in decision-making and historical contexts.

Mar 31, 2024 • 22min
How the West Keeps UNRWA Alive #1026
Exploring legal implications of a British Palestinian's lawsuit against UK government for UNRRA funding suspension impacting Gaza famine. Analysis of narrative of genocide against Israel and language dynamics in Israel-Palestine discourse. Discussion on politics, leadership, and justice vs mercy. Call to action on insensitivity towards victims.

Mar 30, 2024 • 30min
Peace Through the Destruction of Rafah #1025
Exploring potential peace through Israeli military intervention in Rafa, Gaza, and the West Bank, addressing frustrations with government inaction. Delving into the complexities of the Gaza conflict, military strategies, civilian impact, moral dilemmas, and skepticism towards current approaches. Highlighting weariness and skepticism in Ukraine and Israel with calls for ceasefire. Criticizing Israel's critics, discussing hatred versus legitimate concerns and the limitations of international law. Emphasizing Israel's role in ending conflict through decisive action and confronting savagery.

Mar 29, 2024 • 30min
The Criticism Israel Deserves #1024
Exploring criticisms of Israel's treatment of Palestinians, analyzing government actions and war crimes, comparing military approaches in conflicts, discussing ethical dilemmas and military tactics in conflict zones, and challenging anti-Israel lunacy and false facts.

Mar 28, 2024 • 30min
South Africa’s Latest Anti-Israel Front #1023
Exploring South Africa's stance on Israel, questioning government policies, domestic challenges like unemployment. Delving into pragmatic government stance amid economic and political challenges, potential prosecutions of Jews, state capture, lack of law enforcement. Analyzing foreign policy towards Israel, historical ties with communism, anti-colonialist stance. Highlighting inconsistencies in human rights discussions, need for clarity in foreign policy, insights into African economic issues.

Mar 27, 2024 • 30min
Embracing Defeat - Japan Lessons for Gaza #1022
Exploring parallels between America's occupation of Japan post WW2 and current situation in Israel/Gaza, focusing on reforms and potential insights. Comparisons of post-war occupations, lessons for lasting peace, and remaking Japan through radical reforms. Cultural responses to defeat, resolution strategies, and optimism for the future with re-education programs.

Mar 26, 2024 • 30min
The UN’s Modern-Day Holocaust Denial #1021
Exploring controversial actions of a guest, debunking genocide claims in conflict, discussing resolve against terrorism in the West Bank, rise of anti-Semitic sentiments in American education, and promoting ideological change in the conflict.

Mar 25, 2024 • 30min
The Palestinian People Demand More Bloodshed #1020
Exploring the ongoing conflict in Israel, focusing on challenges presented by the pro-Gaza crowd and international calls for a two-state solution. Discussing perspectives on aggression from Palestinians and advocating for tough stance against terrorism. Reflecting on erosion of moral values influenced by radical leaders and Israel's solidarity amidst current events.

Mar 24, 2024 • 26min
Are There Innocent Civilians in Russia? #1019
The podcast discusses the roots of Russian authoritarianism, the cultural influences leading to autocratic rule, and the historical ideological shifts in Russia. It explores the Russian mindset of suffering and nationalism, their attitude towards casualties in the invasion of Ukraine, and the impact of cultural differences on international conflicts.