

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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May 9, 2024 • 28min
The War on British Jews: An Interview with Stephen Silverman #1065
Stephen Silverman, an expert on antisemitism and its impact on British Jews, discusses the surge in anti-Semitism in the Western world, media misinformation and anti-Semitic propaganda, discrimination faced by Israel, and combatting antisemitism through charity campaigns and volunteer work.

May 8, 2024 • 28min
Hamas's Top Negotiator #1064
Critique of Biden's stance on Hamas, Iran, and Israel, concerns about political ramifications. Exploring upcoming election with focus on Kennedy, lack of appealing options in American politics. Analysis of US-Israel relations, candidate positions, and future interview announcements.

May 8, 2024 • 28min
Palestinians Celebrate Victory, Israel Fights Back #1063
Analysis of Hamas ceasefire deal, delayed Israeli military action, Egypt's relationship with Hamas, Israel's border closure, media portrayal of Israel-Hamas conflict

May 7, 2024 • 27min
Anti-Zionism in Israeli Universities #1062
Exploring the spread of Pro-Hamas sentiments in American and Israeli universities, controversy surrounding a professor's anti-Israel statements and suspension, supporting Israel's existence and confronting anti-Semitism, the role of professors in shaping student ideologies, and discussions on extreme anti-Zionist beliefs of an Israeli professor.

May 5, 2024 • 31min
Goldsmiths University Sides with Hamas #1061
Exploring student protests at Goldsmiths University, university support for Hamas, impact on Jewish students, and contrasting views on protest methods and free speech. Emphasizing the importance of nonviolent protests and balancing individual rights.

May 5, 2024 • 31min
Gaza 2035: A Delusional Vision for the Future #1060
Exploring a delusional vision for Gaza in 2035, the podcast discusses the challenges in the proposed plan, doubts about Israel's security, and the feasibility of de-radicalization efforts. Critiquing the plan's stages and historical contexts, it highlights concerns about population desires, political will, and uncertainties in alliances. The episode also examines IDF generals, US influence, Gaza rehabilitation, and flaws in future planning for Palestinian territories, emphasizing the need to learn from past failures for a sustainable solution.

May 3, 2024 • 33min
The Campus Intifada Comes to the UK #1059
The podcast delves into the impact of American campus activism on the UK, focusing on the rise of anti-Semitic incidents. It explores the cultural influences between America and Britain, comparing campus protests in both countries. The discussion also addresses freedom of speech, student protests, and debates on the Israel-Palestine conflict.

May 2, 2024 • 29min
Bizzaro World Nuremberg Trials #1058
Debates on Netanyahu as a potential criminal, challenges to Israel's right to self-defense, analyzing Israel-Palestine conflict through war strategies and international law, moral high ground in warfare, and advocating for disengagement from supranational organizations.

May 1, 2024 • 30min
Terrorists Defeated at Columbia University #1057
Discussions on student occupation escalated at Columbia University, involving detainment of janitors and law enforcement. Topics cover challenges on university campuses, struggles of Jewish students, negotiations with pro-Hamas groups, and free speech confusion. Analysis delves into Palestinian complexity, left-wing involvement, and foreign influence on universities. Campus protests for food and water spark debates on humanitarian aid during demonstrations.

Apr 30, 2024 • 29min
The Palestinian People Don't Have the Right to Self-Determination #1056
Critically analyzes self-determination for Palestinians, exploring conditions for statehood and highlighting individual rights. Discusses oppression, ideologies, and ethical considerations in the conflict. Examines Western sympathy, Israel's self-defense, and student protests with anti-American sentiments.


