Yaron Brook Show

American Exceptionalism? The Meaning of America | Yaron Brook Show🎙️ Recorded live October 25, 2025American Exceptionalism: Lost Ideal or Living Spirit? What made America exceptional—and is that spirit still alive today?Yaron Brook dives deep into the meaning of America, the moral ideal behind its founding, and how we’ve drifted into tribalism and authoritarianism on both left and right. From the Founders’ revolutionary moral vision to today’s political chaos, Yaron asks: Can the American spirit of reason, liberty, and individualism be saved?Join the discussion and explore the battle for America’s soul — from Trump and Peikoff’s Objectivist debates to the deeper question: what is left of the “American sense of life”?🔗 Watch here: https://youtube.com/live/hNzFAK5stSY🕒 TimestampsMain Topics1:21 — American Exceptionalism, National Identity, and Immigration7:29 — The Founding Principles and the Erosion of Values14:23 — Welfare, Dependence, and the Rise of Tribalism19:06 — Immigration, Screening, and the American Character24:57 — America’s Descent into Collectivism28:04 — Left, Right, and Objectivist Views on TrumpLive Audience Q&A30:22 — Can an Objectivist intellectual call Trump “a hero”?42:30 — Peikoff’s view of Trump — are Objectivists being honest about it?54:46 — Why do tyrants fear human confidence and pride?57:34 — The modern right’s mysticism of vengeance59:41 — Is MAGA doomed to self-destruction?1:02:41 — Does American individualism still exist—and where can we see it?1:08:39 — What happens to “identity” when humanity leaves Earth?1:11:17 — The New Right’s open embrace of fascism1:12:27 — Are we drifting toward a real-life “Nazi direction”?1:14:37 — Is reason ever lost—or only abandoned?1:15:27 — The Andy Bernstein controversy1:16:55 — Venice–Amsterdam–London “globalist” theories1:17:38 — Have you ever considered immigration bad?1:18:36 — Left-wing apologists vs. right-wing racists1:19:16 — Are racists simply idiots?1:21:16 — J.D. Vance vs. Trump — which is worse for America?1:24:33 — Objectivism and abortion: was Ayn Rand evading?1:33:15 — Whatever happened to Elon Musk’s political party idea?1:34:32 — Was the right’s identity politics inevitable?1:35:45 — When is your new book coming out?1:36:16 — “Stop having TDS!” — dealing with Trump-worshippers👉 Join the fight for reason, freedom, and individualism—because the world won’t defend itself.👉 If you want clear, uncompromising analysis on politics, culture, and the battle of ideas—without tribal spin—this is your show. [watch](https://youtube.com/live/hNzFAK5stSY).💡 Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truths, and challenges to Left and Right alike.📌 Support the show and join the next AMA: [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)  ❤️ Like, subscribe & share to spread reason and freedom!The Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by: The Ayn Rand Institute  (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein  (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)Hendershott Wealth Management  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/Join this channel to get access to perks: / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor: / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or  / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#americanism #Nationalism #Individualism #YaronBrook #Capitalism #Objectivism #Freedom #IndividualRights #AynRand #RationalSelfInterest #MoralPhilosophy #WesternCivilization #FreeMarket #Liberty #YaronBrookShow #Trump #Economics #MoralClarity #AynRand #RationalSelfInterest #FreeMarket #RationalEgoism #Philosophy #MoralCourage #FreeSpeech #Innovation #reasoning #AmericanExceptionalism #America #Politics #Liberty #Reason #FoundingFathers #FreeSpeech #Trump #Immigration #IdentityPolitics #CollectivismBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Ballroom; Cartels; Russia Sanctions; Gov Shutdown; Elections; Gaza; San Francisco | Yaron Brook Show🎙️ Recorded live October 23, 2025Chaos or Freedom? Cartels, Gaza, and America’s Collapse of Reason Can America survive when envy, fear, and tribalism dominate public life?From the cartel wars to Russia sanctions, Gaza chaos, and San Francisco’s decay—Yaron Brook exposes the moral corruption behind today’s political disasters. What’s missing? Reason, capitalism, and individualism.🔴 Watch, think, and join the conversation: https://youtube.com/live/SRNa8KerXMs🕒 Key Topic Timestamps00:00 Intro02:00 Ballroom: Grace, hierarchy, and culture14:40 Cartels: Violence, corruption, and failed moral premises22:25 Russia Sanctions: Who really pays the price?28:50 Government Shutdown: The morality of a bloated state38:35 Elections: Fear, populism, and moral cowardice46:15 Gaza: The West’s self-inflicted moral blindness54:15 San Francisco: The death of a great city💬 Live Audience Questions1:01:17 Are Hazlitt’s “Economics in One Lesson” fallacies still relevant today?1:03:21 Any plans for another conference in Australia?1:04:02 Did Hazlitt ever interact with Ayn Rand?1:06:09 Do anti-capitalists want no progress—or just less?1:08:28 Why do some envy rational confidence?1:09:58 “The Drug War isn’t a war… because wars end.” — thoughts?1:11:10 Rand called it the “Age of Envy”—was she right?1:12:33 How effective is the Democrats’ resistance to Trump?1:16:06 Is self-discipline now considered “toxic” in psychology?1:17:15 Mamdani’s rise and the politics of appeasement1:17:54 The infantilization of citizens—intentional or inevitable?1:18:37 From “A is A” to ethics: How does Objectivism get from is to ought?1:22:05 Can we still move toward a rights-respecting government?1:22:57 Stalin, torture, and the psychology of evil1:24:59 Can democracy survive without capitalism?1:27:09 China’s industrial policy and Western hypocrisy1:28:17 See pinned comment for full question list👉 Join the fight for reason, freedom, and individualism—because the world won’t defend itself.👉 If you want clear, uncompromising analysis on politics, culture, and the battle of ideas—without tribal spin—this is your show. [watch](https://youtube.com/live/SRNa8KerXMs).💡 Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truths, and challenges to Left and Right alike.📌 Support the show and join the next AMA: [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)  ❤️ Like, subscribe & share to spread reason and freedom!The Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by: The Ayn Rand Institute  (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein  (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)Hendershott Wealth Management  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/Join this channel to get access to perks: / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor: / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or  / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3 #YaronBrook #Capitalism #Objectivism #Freedom #IndividualRights #GazaConflict #RussiaSanctions #GovernmentShutdown #Elections2025 #SanFrancisco #CrimeCrisis #Cartels #AynRand #EconomicsInOneLesson #RationalSelfInterest #MoralPhilosophy #WesternCivilization #FreeMarket #Liberty #YaronBrookShow #Trump #Economics #MoralClarity #AynRand #Individualism #RationalSelfInterest #FreeMarket #RationalEgoism #Philosophy #MoralCourage #FreeSpeech #Innovation #ReasonBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

AI Luddites & Uses; CEO Fear; Crazy Left; Broken Window; Ballroom; Reparations | Yaron Brook Show 🎙️ Recorded live October 22, 2025AI Luddites, CEO Cowards & The Crazy Left: Why We’re Still Falling for Broken Windows Are we entering an age of AI prosperity—or AI panic? In this explosive episode, Yaron Brook dives into the irrational fear of technology, exposes the moral bankruptcy of today’s “Crazy Left,” and tears apart the economic myths that refuse to die—from the Broken Window Fallacy to reparations.Yaron unpacks why CEOs are too afraid to lead, why people still blame robots for job losses, and how America’s cultural rot feeds both political extremism and moral cowardice. He also tackles audience questions on Trump, suicide, Israel, the rise of trolls, and much more.💡 Watch if you value reason, capitalism, and moral clarity.🔗 Watch full episode: https://youtube.com/live/hpnTc3ZUm10⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Intro05:05 – AI Luddites & Uses29:45 – The Crazy Left40:30 – CEO Fear & Moral Cowardice45:30 – The Broken Window Fallacy53:00 – Ballroom: Grace, Beauty, and Rational Joy56:40 – Reparations and Justice59:40 – Nuclear Energy & The Future of PowerLive Audience Q&A1:05:31 – Trump’s admiration for Putin: Second-handedness and power worship?1:10:20 – Is suicide ever morally justifiable? Objectivist vs. psychological views1:12:21 – Are most people today “idiots”? On culture and rationality1:14:15 – Israel fatigue: Is moral clarity wearing out?1:17:52 – Automation & ROI: When does it really make sense?1:20:11 – AI everywhere: Microsoft Copilot and the integration of GPT1:21:28 – Dennis Prager’s accident and the value of physical strength1:28:09 – The “Era of the Troll”: A new low in cultural maturity?1:29:02 – What will a “soft dictatorship” look like?1:31:25 – Trump’s deregulation vs. tariffs—net positive or destructive?1:31:49 – The Gilded Age on HBO: Does it celebrate businessmen or envy them?1:33:13 – Why is altruism stronger than ever after Atlas Shrugged?1:34:16 – Trump’s immoral allies—why they’re dangerous1:34:31 – Yaron reacts to an op-ed: “Washington created the doctor shortage”1:34:57 – Why isn’t Trump disturbed by dictators’ crimes?1:35:54 – A fan’s life-changing story1:36:05 – Why credit rating agencies fail—againSee comments for full [questions](https://youtube.com/live/hpnTc3ZUm10)👉 Join the fight for reason, freedom, and individualism—because the world won’t defend itself.👉 If you want clear, uncompromising analysis on politics, culture, and the battle of ideas—without tribal spin—this is your show. [watch](https://youtube.com/live/hpnTc3ZUm10).💡 Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truths, and challenges to Left and Right alike.📌 Support the show and join the next AMA: [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)  ❤️ Like, subscribe & share to spread reason and freedom!The Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by: The Ayn Rand Institute  (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein  (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)Hendershott Wealth Management  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/Join this channel to get access to perks: / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor: / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or  / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3 #artificialintelligence #AI #AIEthics #Browser #robots #Trump #Economics #MoralClarity #AynRand #Individualism #RationalSelfInterest #FreeMarket #MoralClarity #RationalEgoism #Objectivism #Politics #Redistricting #Altruism #Hope #America #Nuclear #Shutdown #FreeMarkets #Philosophy #Capitalism #YaronBrookShow #yaronbrook #Freedom #Philosophy #CrazyLeft #CEOFear #Reparations #BrokenWindowFallacy #AtlasShrugged #MoralCourage #FreeSpeech #Innovation #Reason #NuclearEnergy #Luddites #AIRevolutionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

October 21, 2025 EpisodeRussia’s Rise, Gaza’s Chaos, GOP Racism & JD Vance’s Tariff Tyranny Russia is flexing. Gaza is burning. The GOP is sliding into racism and economic madness.  Yaron Brook dives into a whirlwind of global and moral chaos — from Putin’s strategy to JD Vance’s tariff-fueled populism — exposing the ideas driving decline and what true capitalism demands instead.Why is the West retreating morally and intellectually? Why is Japan fading? What’s behind Gaza’s endless crisis — and the GOP’s dangerous turn toward tribalism and authoritarianism?Plus: practical advice on food, health, and why San Francisco’s collapse is a moral, not just political, failure.💥 Watch live, challenge your assumptions, and rethink your values.📺 Full Episode: https://youtube.com/live/r6GIm7ALAnU🕒 Topic Timestamps00:00 – Intro01:20 – Russia’s strategy and moral decay12:50 – Gaza: morality, blame, and false equivalence25:30 – Japan’s quiet decline and demographic stagnation29:20 – GOP Racism and the death of individualism39:50 – Tariffs and Trump’s nationalist economics45:25 – JD Vance: the new face of populist immorality1:04:15 – Food Advice: Rational diet, rational life1:10:00 – San Francisco’s moral and political collapse1:13:50 – Inflation, prices, and economic confusionAudience Q&A Highlights1:23:33 – Celebrating success and moral guidance from ARI1:24:25 – Artificial eyes: when science meets philosophy1:25:25 – Milei’s struggles and the peso collapse — who’s to blame?1:27:15 – Could voluntary taxation ever work?1:31:38 – Trump and tariffs: is there any rational alternative?1:38:01 – Did interstates ruin trains?1:39:57 – Is Milei better than Thatcher or Reagan?1:43:45 – Did Milton Friedman really change the world?1:44:54 – Trump: marketing genius or opportunistic chaos merchant?1:47:23 – UK vs Argentina war — Objectivist view1:47:53 – Dictatorship by uncertainty — the peril of arbitrary power1:48:31 – Blue Jays or Dodgers?1:50:49 – The Outlander series: Yaron’s 30-second take👉 Join the fight for reason, freedom, and individualism—because the world won’t defend itself.👉 If you want clear, uncompromising analysis on politics, culture, and the battle of ideas—without tribal spin—this is your show. [watch](https://youtube.com/live/r6GIm7ALAnU).💡 Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truths, and challenges to Left and Right alike.📌 Support the show and join the next AMA: [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)  ❤️ Like, subscribe & share to spread reason and freedom!The Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by: The Ayn Rand Institute  (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein  (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)Hendershott Wealth Management  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/Join this channel to get access to perks: / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor: / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or  / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#YaronBrookShow #Capitalism #Objectivism #Russia #Gaza #Japan #GOP #JDVance #Tariffs #Politics #Philosophy #Freedom #Individualism #AynRand #Economics #Inflation #SanFrancisco #Populism #Libertarian #Milei #russiaukrainewar  #Trump #Economics #MoralClarity #Individualism #RationalSelfInterest #FreeMarket #MoralClarity #RationalEgoism #FreeMarkets #Philosophy #YaronBrookBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Margaret Thatcher at 100 | Yaron Brook ShowOctober 20, 2025Margaret Thatcher at 100: The Iron Lady Who Saved Britain Was Margaret Thatcher the last true defender of freedom in politics?On her 100th birthday, Yaron Brook dives into the real legacy of Britain’s “Iron Lady” — her economic revolution, moral courage, and the philosophical ideas that made her a towering figure of the 20th century.Discover how Thatcher took Britain from the “sick man of Europe” to an engine of growth—and why her unapologetic defense of capitalism and individualism still matters today.🕒 Topic Timestamps0:00 — Introduction to the Yaron Brook Show0:45 — Why Thatcher still matters at 1001:21 — Who was Margaret Thatcher before politics?7:09 — Her rise to leadership and battle for Britain’s soul17:26 — The economic collapse of the 1970s: could she fix it?24:17 — The Falklands War: a test of moral conviction31:36 — How Thatcher’s reforms revived the British economy38:15 — The poll tax and her fall from power44:37 — Thatcher’s mentors, heroes, and moral foundations58:32 — Her enduring global and philosophical legacyLive Q&A Highlights:1:04:34 — Did Thatcher deserve credit for Europe’s liberalization?1:09:09 — Was she influenced by Ayn Rand?1:10:47 — Thatcher & Reagan: a brief return to Enlightenment values?1:14:30 — Can democracy survive without capitalism?1:17:02 — Upcoming debate: Christianity vs. Western Civilization1:23:34 — Did Thatcher mix politics and religion like Reagan?See comments for full [questions](https://youtube.com/live/zd4T215Dk2g)👉 Join the fight for reason, freedom, and individualism—because the world won’t defend itself.👉 If you want clear, uncompromising analysis on politics, culture, and the battle of ideas—without tribal spin—this is your show. [watch](https://youtube.com/live/zd4T215Dk2g).💡 Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truths, and challenges to Left and Right alike.📌 Support the show and join the next AMA: [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)  ❤️ Like, subscribe & share to spread reason and freedom!The Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by: The Ayn Rand Institute  (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein  (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)Hendershott Wealth Management  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/Join this channel to get access to perks: / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor: / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or  / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#MargaretThatcher #IronLady #YaronBrookShow #Capitalism #FreeMarkets #Liberty #Freedom #UKPolitics #ThatcherLegacy #AynRand #Objectivism #Economics #Reagan #FalklandsWar #WesternCivilization #Leadership #Philosophy #Individualism #Entrepreneurship #YaronBrook #rulesforlife  #RationalSelfInterest #FreeMarket #MoralClarity #RationalEgoismBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Gaza; Ukraine; Bolivia; I-5; Debt; AWS; Jewel Heist; Eye Implant; Waymo | Yaron Brook Show October 20, 2025Gaza, Ukraine & the Battle for Civilization: From Warzones to AI Highways From Gaza’s chaos to Ukraine’s struggle, from Bolivia’s upheaval to breakthroughs in AI and robotics — Yaron Brook takes you on a fast-paced tour of today’s conflicts, crises, and cultural battles. What unites them all? The deeper philosophical war over freedom, reason, and progress.In this episode: wars of ideas, moral clarity in foreign policy, economic realities, tech innovation, and cultural commentary — all through the lens of Objectivism.🎥 Watch here: https://youtube.com/live/rCUTf-KQ8eM⏱️ Topic Timestamps 00:00 — Intro00:50 — Upcoming Events & Speaking Tour03:30 — Gaza: What’s driving the conflict and what’s next?24:55 — Ukraine: The West’s fading will to fight34:15 — Bolivia: Socialism’s comeback story?39:45 — Colombia: Can capitalism survive the populists?42:25 — I-5 Chaos: Infrastructure meets insanity46:30 — Debt Crisis: America’s ticking time bomb55:15 — AWS: Should Big Tech fear the regulators?57:25 — Jewel Heist: The economics of crime1:02:40 — Eye Implants: When innovation meets ethics1:05:00 — Waymo: Are self-driving cars finally here?💬 Live Questions1:11:48 — Best way to question Yaron in debates1:16:16 — Is Germany winning the philosophical war?1:16:21 — Where are Ayn Rand’s books banned?1:18:01 — Objectivist movement: growth vs. expectations1:21:59 — “Be present” — sound advice or cliché?1:23:13 — Objectivism vs. Christianity on the use of force1:24:59 — Yaron & Leonard Peikoff: reconciliation update1:29:57 — Hong Kong’s fading freedom1:31:21 — Korean dramas: Yaron’s new addiction1:33:38 — Yaron compared to Milton Friedman1:34:22 — Comedy, censorship, and Saudi Arabia1:36:03 — Trump vs. Mambani: Yaron’s decisive vote1:38:58 — Should ICE agents unmask?1:41:22 — Why people need a God1:42:04 — Can the Enlightenment ever die?See pinned comment for timestamps of additional questions👉 Join the fight for reason, freedom, and individualism—because the world won’t defend itself.👉 If you want clear, uncompromising analysis on politics, culture, and the battle of ideas—without tribal spin—this is your show. [watch](https://youtube.com/live/rCUTf-KQ8eM). 💡 Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truths, and challenges to Left and Right alike. 📌 Support the show and join the next AMA: [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)❤️ Like, subscribe & share to spread reason and freedom!The Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by: The Ayn Rand Institute (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)Hendershott Wealth Management (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/Join this channel to get access to perks: / @yaronbrook Like what you hear?Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor: / yaronbrookshow or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or / yaronbrookshow Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC ) Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3 #YaronBrook #Gaza #Ukraine #Bolivia #Colombia #AI #Waymo #TechEthics #DebtCrisis #Capitalism #Philosophy #AynRand #Objectivism #Freedom #Innovation #SelfDrivingCars #AWS #JewelHeist #EyeImplant #FreeSpeech #westerncivilization #russiaukrainewar #Trump #Economics #Individualism #RationalSelfInterest #MoralClarity #RationalEgoism #Politics #America #FreeMarkets #YaronBrookShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Jews Banned; BBC Doc; Russia/Ukraine; Venezuela; IRS; Principles & Chess | Yaron Brook ShowOctober 17, 2025Jews Banned, BBC Bias & The IRS—The War on Truth When truth is banned and principles are blurred, civilization is on the line.In this episode, Yaron Brook dives into the latest outrages—from Jews banned on campuses and BBC propaganda to Russia’s war, Venezuela’s decay, and the IRS’s growing reach. What connects them all? The moral bankruptcy of a culture that’s abandoned reason and individual rights.Stay to the end for a surprising discussion on principles, chess, and how rational thought applies everywhere—from geopolitics to the game board.🔗 Watch here: https://youtube.com/live/LoAnNkZplKI⏱️ Timestamps00:00 — Intro: What happens when truth becomes offensive?05:00 — Jews Banned: Why are Jews being silenced on Western campuses?22:10 — BBC Doc: How does state-funded “journalism” spread moral rot?27:15 — Russia/Ukraine: What’s the real moral line in this war?34:55 — Venezuela: Why socialism always collapses—again.39:30 — IRS: Is taxation becoming the new tyranny?43:20 — Principles & Chess: What can the logic of chess teach us about life and ethics?50:45 — Upcoming Show Schedule53:10 — Live Audience Q&A59:18 — Hassan Mamdani’s election and its global impact1:01:22 — Protests and resistance to rising Muslim influence in Europe1:03:40 — Glenn Beck, young conservatives, and the Nick Fuentes phenomenon1:06:13 — Christianity’s cultural impact and Argentina’s economic struggles1:09:54 — Trump’s tariff policies and the Taliban–Pakistan conflict1:12:08 — Shifts in Abu Dhabi and a critique of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security1:14:10 — Leonard Peikoff on existentialism and the value of truth👉 Join the fight for reason, freedom, and individualism—because the world won’t defend itself.👉 If you want clear, uncompromising analysis on politics, culture, and the battle of ideas—without tribal spin—this is your show. [watch](https://youtube.com/live/LoAnNkZplKI).💡 Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truths, and challenges to Left and Right alike.📌 Support the show and join the next AMA: [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)  ❤️ Like, subscribe & share to spread reason and freedom!The Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by: The Ayn Rand Institute  (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein  (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)Hendershott Wealth Management  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/\Join this channel to get access to perks: / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor: / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or  / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#Freedom #Capitalism #AynRand #IndividualRights #FreeSpeech #BBC #RussiaUkraine #Venezuela #IRS #Taxation #Socialism #Israel #WesternCivilization #Philosophy #Rationality #Chess #Morality #racism #votingrights  #TradeWar #governmentshutdown  #Trump #Economics #MoralClarity #Individualism #RationalSelfInterest #FreeMarket #MoralClarity #RationalEgoism #Objectivism #Politics #FreeMarkets #Philosophy #Capitalism #YaronBrookShow #YaronBrookBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Young Republicans; Redistricting; Trade war; Shutdown; Milei; Russia; Nuclear | Yaron Brook Show October 15, 2025“Trump’s Peace Mirage, Redistricting Witch-Hunt & the Objectivist Battle" Trump claims he “brought peace” to the Middle East — but is it real, or PR?In this explosive episode, Yaron Brook tears apart redistricting schemes, trade wars, shutdowns, and Milei’s rise — while also answering audience Q’s on altruism, environmentalism, hope, and America’s possible collapse.🔥 Tune in, think deeply, and challenge the conventional narrative.Watch live & subscribe: https://youtube.com/live/O-ajxBNVVBIKey Time Stamps:01:10 – What’s on deck: Upcoming shows  02:10 – Are the Young Republicans losing the plot?  22:18 – Did Trump *actually* broker peace in the Middle East—or is it smoke and mirrors?  26:30 – Redistricting: tool of justice or theft?  39:05 – Trade wars: smart leverage or disaster in disguise?  46:55 – Government shutdowns: tactical or suicidal?  52:30 – Who is Milei—and why is he the new lightning rod?  58:35 – Russia’s expansion: illusion or inevitable?  1:01:30 – Nuclear brinkmanship: where do we go from here?  Live Q&A Highlights: 1:09:56 – Environmentalism: superstitious religion or rational doctrine?  1:12:57 – Does altruism make us morally blind?  1:14:38 – How to pitch selfishness to a skeptic in one tight sentence  1:16:43 – Are Americans getting richer *much faster* than Europeans?  1:20:48 – If America falls to dictatorship, did the Objectivist project fail—or was it just too late?  ... (and more)  See pinned comment for full questions👉 Join the fight for reason, freedom, and individualism—because the world won’t defend itself.👉 If you want clear, uncompromising analysis on politics, culture, and the battle of ideas—without tribal spin—this is your show. [watch](https://youtube.com/live/O-ajxBNVVBI).💡 Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truths, and challenges to Left and Right alike.📌 Support the show and join the next AMA: [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)  ❤️ Like, subscribe & share to spread reason and freedom!The Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by: The Ayn Rand Institute  (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein  (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)Hendershott Wealth Management  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/Join this channel to get access to perks: / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor: / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or  / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#racism #votingrights  #TradeWar #WesternCivilization #russiaukrainewar #governmentshutdown  #Trump #Economics #MoralClarity #AynRand #gazawar2025 #hostagedeal  #israelhamasdeal #Individualism #RationalSelfInterest #FreeMarket #MoralClarity #RationalEgoism #Objectivism #Politics #Redistricting #Milei #Altruism #Hope #America #Peace #MiddleEast #Russia #Nuclear #Shutdown #YoungRepublicans #FreeMarkets #Philosophy #Capitalism #YaronBrookShow #YaronBrookBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Original Title: Peace?; Pentagon Press; Russia; Rare Earth; Alex Jones; Tuition; Trans; Robots | Yaron Brook Show October 14, 2025What’s really behind the calls for “peace”? From Pentagon press spin to Russia’s propaganda wars and the madness of Alex Jones — Yaron Brook breaks down how truth, power, and moral cowardice collide in today’s headlines.Plus: The real economics of tuition, trans trends, robots, and the future of reason in a chaotic world.🔥 Tune in, think deeply, and challenge the conventional narrative.Watch live & subscribe: https://youtube.com/live/J1EjlzlacuATimestamps:00:00 Intro01:10 Peace?12:10 Pentagon Press20:30 Russia35:25 Rare Earth44:00 Alex Jones47:10 Tuition51:55 Trans57:30 RobotsLive Questions:1:04:19 Cronyism or Camps?1:06:09 Objectivism & Destiny1:09:03 Churchill & Nazis1:10:48 Speaking at Left Conventions1:12:24 Nazi Fashion?1:14:48 Art vs. Science1:17:03 Rise & Fall of Cities1:19:49 Trump, NATO & Dementia RumorsSee comments for timestamps and full questions.👉 Join the fight for reason, freedom, and individualism—because the world won’t defend itself.👉 If you want clear, uncompromising analysis on politics, culture, and the battle of ideas—without tribal spin—this is your show. [watch](https://youtube.com/live/J1EjlzlacuA).💡 Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truths, and challenges to Left and Right alike.📌 Support the show and join the next AMA: [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)  ❤️ Like, subscribe & share to spread reason and freedom!The Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by: The Ayn Rand Institute  (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein  (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)Hendershott Wealth Management  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/Join this channel to get access to perks: / @yaronbrook  Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor: / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or  / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#YaronBrookShow #Objectivism #FreeSpeech #Philosophy #Capitalism #Russia #Peace #AlexJones #Trans #Robots #Pentagon #RareEarth #Truth #Freedom #Tuition #Economy #Innovation #Reason #Individualism #Debate #Politics #PhilosophyOfFreedom #Israel #Hamas #Hostages #Iran #Hezbollah #TradeWar #WesternCivilization #MiddleEast #Trump #Economics #MoralClarity #AynRand #gazawar2025 #hostagedeal  #israelhamasdeal #Individualism #RationalSelfInterest #FreeMarket #MoralClarity #RationalEgoismBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Original Title: Hostages Released; Hamas Resurfaces; Nobel Prizes; China Trade War | Yaron Brook Show October 13, 2025When morality collapses, diplomacy becomes theater.Yaron Brook dives into the release of Israeli hostages, Hamas’s cynical resurgence, the corruption of the Nobel Prizes, and China’s escalating economic warfare. From Western appeasement to Trump’s opportunism — this episode exposes how moral cowardice empowers evil.🔥 Stay tuned for sharp insights, audience Q&A, and a fierce defense of reason, freedom, and capitalism.⏱ Timestamps & Key Questions0:19 – Welcome! Hostages released: justice or political theater?2:55 – Is Hamas using “peace” as a weapon?6:36 – How Iran, Hezbollah & Syria shape Israel’s war strategy10:31 – Should Israel ever negotiate with terrorists?20:02 – Why the West rewards moral weakness (and Dave Smith’s confusion)27:43 – How Western media whitewashes Hamas33:01 – Audience support & live Q&A33:40 – Did the Nobel Prizes just reward failure?52:36 – Is the U.S.–China trade war entering a dangerous new phase?1:00:04 – Trump’s Israel visit: symbolism or statesmanship?1:11:28 – Should Israel crush Hamas post-ceasefire?1:12:44 – Does Objectivism imply fetal rights?1:16:52 – Why the Left loves anti-Israel protests1:24:54 – Saudi money, Kushner deals & moral rot in business1:43:52 – Why is Trump rational on Israel—but not elsewhere?1:51:08 – Atlas Shrugged, sci-fi, and moral art in an irrational ageSee comments for time stamps and full questions.👉 Join the fight for reason, freedom, and individualism—because the world won’t defend itself.👉 If you want clear, uncompromising analysis on politics, culture, and the battle of ideas—without tribal spin—this is your show. [watch](https://youtube.com/live/g11fY3rDjoA).💡 Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truths, and challenges to Left and Right alike.📌 Support the show and join the next AMA: [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow) ❤️ Like, subscribe & share to spread reason and freedom!*The Yaron Brook Show is Sponsored by:*The Ayn Rand Institute (https://www.aynrand.org/starthere)Energy Talking Points, featuring AlexAI, by Alex Epstein (https://alexepstein.substack.com/)Express VPN (https://www.expressvpn.com/yaron)Hendershott Wealth Management (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4lfC...) https://hendershottwealth.com/ybs/Join this channel to get access to perks: / @yaronbrook Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the Yaron Brook Show: https://bit.ly/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor: / yaronbrookshow or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or / yaronbrookshow Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue the discussion by following Yaron on Twitter (https://bit.ly/3iMGl6z) and Facebook (https://bit.ly/3vvWDDC )Want to learn more about Ayn Rand and Objectivism? Visit the Ayn Rand Institute: https://bit.ly/35qoEC3#YaronBrook #YaronBrookShow #Israel #Hamas #Hostages #Iran #Hezbollah #China #TradeWar #NobelPrize #WesternCivilization #Objectivism #Capitalism #FreeSpeech #MiddleEast #Trump #Economics #MoralClarity #Reason #AynRand #gazawar2025 #hostagedeal  #israelhamasdeal #tradewar #Individualism #RationalSelfInterest #FreeMarket #MoralClarity #RationalEgoismBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.