

Yaron Brook Show
Yaron Brook
Yaron Brook discusses news, culture and politics from the principled perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Want more? Visit YaronBrookShow.com and become a Yaron Brook Show supporter to get exclusive content and support the creation of more content like this! Patreon.com/YaronBrookShow.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.
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Sep 18, 2025 • 2h 3min
Kimmel; CEOs; Intel; Royal Pageantry; Saudi Arabia; Israel Isolated; Redford | Yaron Brook Show
Kimmel; CEOs; Intel; Royal Pageantry; Saudi Arabia; Israel Isolated; Redford | Yaron Brook ShowSeptember 18, 2025👉 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/I7C8souEVxM).💡 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 #fcc #freespeech #trumpadministration #abc #gazawar2025 #Capitalism #Objectivism #Freedom #Individualism #Philosophy #Economics #Politics #YaronBrookShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Sep 17, 2025 • 2h 10min
Radicalization, Assassination & The Real Threat to Freedom | Yaron Brook Show
Original Title: Political Violence; Fed Rate cut; IEEPA tariffs; Cocaine; Genocide; Pagers; IVF | Yaron Brook Show September 17, 2025 In this hard-hitting episode of the Yaron Brook Show, Yaron unpacks the shocking murder of Charlie Kirk and what it reveals about political violence, radicalization, and media narratives. He challenges misconceptions about crime trends, warns about the creeping authoritarianism of government, and critiques the Federal Reserve’s latest interest rate cut.From the economic consequences of tariffs and the failed war on drugs, to IVF breakthroughs, a UN report on Israel, and the role of art in Renaissance Florence—this episode covers today’s most pressing issues with historical depth and philosophical clarity.Yaron brings the Objectivist perspective to questions of freedom, morality, democracy’s limits, and the cultural forces shaping the future of the West.Key Takeaways:Political violence in the U.S. is not escalating as many fear; overall crime rates are falling.The real danger is expanding federal authoritarianism, not random violence.Legalizing drugs is the only effective way to end cartel violence and corruption.Timestamps:0:53 – Charlie Kirk’s murder & societal reactions to violence4:50 – Crime statistics, safety perception & historical comparisons9:30 – Political violence: left vs right & non-lethal impacts17:22 – Radicalization, jihadist support & catastrophizing27:27 – Authoritarianism & the Fed’s rate cut40:01 – Political violence, media bias & Trump’s IEEPA tariffs46:48 – Tariffs, economics & the war on drugs59:40 – UN report on Israel, Hezbollah pager ops & IVF progress1:13:11 – Super Chat Q&A begins1:19:16 – Puerto Rico migration & global politics1:26:07 – Fabian Society, UK influence & Objectivism’s role1:30:52 – Religion, diet & funding goals1:34:20 – Viral Ukrainian girl video & authoritarian elections1:37:57 – Democracy’s limits, safeguards & gold investments1:42:20 – Renaissance Florence: art, history & emergencies1:50:15 – The Fountainhead character insights & self-esteem1:54:49 – Future of MAGA, morality focus & IP theft1:59:19 – U.S. future scenarios & Florence travel tips2:01:31 – Chinese-Western trade dynamics & consumer behavior2:04:54 – Javier Milei’s election predictions2:07:03 – Ayn Rand on self-esteem, envy & the Francisco–Galt dynamicSee [comments](https://youtube.com/live/ctHR8xI0bDc) for full questions.👉 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/ctHR8xI0bDc).💡 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 #leftism #freespeech #pambondi #tiktok #gazawar2025 #ukrainerussiawar #Capitalism #Objectivism #Freedom #Individualism #Philosophy #Economics #Politics #YaronBrookShow #PoliticalViolence #CharlieKirk #Fed #FederalReserve #RateCut #Tariffs #IEEPA #DrugWar #LegalizeDrugs #Authoritarianism #Israel #UN #IVF #Economics #Liberty #Radicalization #FreeSpeechBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Sep 16, 2025 • 2h
Free Speech vs Hate Speech; TikTok Corruption; Fed Failures; Gaza & Russia | Yaron Brook Show
Original Title: Free Speech/Hate Speech; TikTok; Corruption?; Fed; Russia; Gaza | Yaron Brook Show September 16, 2025What counts as “hate speech”—and who decides? From the battle over free speech to TikTok’s influence, political corruption, the Fed’s failures, and the chaos in Gaza and Russia—Yaron Brook dives deep into today’s headlines with clarity and zero spin.Key Timestamps:03:10 – Free Speech/Hate Speech26:15 – Upcoming Events29:05 – TikTok36:40 – Corruption?46:50 – The Fed51:10 – Mangione54:10 – Russia59:30 – GazaLive Q&A Highlights:1:13:55 Can these morons realistically bypass the First Amendment?1:17:15 Why do people want mindlessness and outrage? They want to be animals? Being a human being is too hard?1:19:04 Do you think people can actually suffer from TDS? Is it not an anti-concept?1:21:07 Have you ever been to Iceland? Thoughts? Could we theoretically get enough Objectivist to invade it in the next 20 years due to their unsuspecting nature?1:22:59 How’s the Thatcher show prep going? Or did your forget again? 🤣1:23:47 Are we already in a quasi-fascist dictatorship?1:24:19 Why is Lex Fridman ghosting you?1:25:43 How come evil is so good at finding flaws in the good? Shouldn't these people be completely incompetent?1:26:28 To reach the level of depravity of celebrating October 7 or Charlie Kirk's murder require training? Some type of conditioning from evil college professors?1:29:13 How has Mexico been able to raise its minimum wage without a significant negative impact on employment? 1:31:24 When you pass, would you want a tomb stone next to Ayn Rand and Leonard Peikoff? Then in a few hundred years when the 3 of you are super famous, people can pay homage to you all in the same place?1:35:02 Do you think Donald Trump actually cared one iota when Charlie Kirk passed? Or will he use any loss as marketing material?1:39:18 How hard is it to have drones or security monitoring roofs during events? 1:40:15 Is our lack of gun control laws why Charlie Kirk is dead?1:41:38 Would forcing all homeless/mentally ill people into psychiatric facilities, and passing stricter gun control measures have prevented the deaths of both the Ukrainian girl on the bus, and Charlie Kirk? -- See pinned comment for timestamps of additional questions👉 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/dt9zI8-mfVY.💡 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 #leftism #freespeech #pambondi #tiktok #gazawar2025 #ukrainerussiawar #Capitalism #Objectivism #Freedom #Individualism #Philosophy #Economics #Politics #YaronBrookShow #HateSpeech #Censorship #TikTokBan #Fed #Inflation #Corruption #Russia #Gaza #MiddleEast #Politics #CultureWar #IndividualRights #FreeMarket #Dictatorship #RuleOfLawBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Sep 15, 2025 • 1h 28min
Assassin’s Motive, Gen Z’s Nihilism & The Death of Reason | Yaron Brook Show
Original Title: Assassin's Motive; TikTok; China; Nepal; EPA; London Demonstration; Puerto Rico | Yaron Brook Show September 15, 2025What drives an assassin—and what does it reveal about the state of our culture? On today’s Yaron Brook Show, Yaron cuts through the headlines: the assassin’s motive and its deeper meaning, TikTok and China’s influence, Nepal’s political mess, EPA overreach, protests in London, and Puerto Rico’s future. These aren’t just news items—they’re symptoms of a civilization at war with reason.The live audience brought the fire with some of the best questions yet: Gen Z listeners confessed that envy, nihilism, and hostility to reason dominate their peers—and that advocating Objectivism earns more hate than respect. Others pressed on whether Objectivism suffers from a charisma gap compared to Ayn Rand’s commanding presence, or whether the far left’s “words are violence” mantra contributes to real-world violence. It was debated whether a father turning in his assassin son is justice or betrayal, whether America’s endless government handouts are sustainable, and if history proves the Enlightenment always bounces back. Viewers also pushed Yaron on Charlie Kirk’s vest, secular mysticism, which Islamic countries are most pro-West, Trump’s raw appeal, Iran’s regime-survival despite mass disapproval, and even whether Ayn Rand really had a sense of humor.Key Time Stamps:2:08 Charlie Kirk assassination overview and suspect3:50 Motive theories: Speech as violence and radical ideologies5:24 Black-pilled groypers and nihilism10:43 Online radicalization and dark internet corners12:49 Defending free speech against offensive speech17:05 Corporations' role in societal conflicts and conspiracy theories18:13 Gen Z political perspectives27:09 TikTok situation and US-China negotiations34:15 China's economic struggles and BYD's stock plunge40:52 China's Great Wall Company leak and surveillance tactics43:32 Nepal's political unrest and Gen Z protests50:55 British anti-immigration demonstration and Christian nationalism1:00:05 US military activities in Puerto Rico1:02:24 Hyundai plant immigration raid Super Chat questions1:05:01 Objectivist community's charisma debate1:09:18 Speech's role in countering far-left rhetoric1:11:30 Government intervention in academia1:13:28 Fathers and justice for criminal children1:15:06 Critique of government handouts1:16:06 Endurance of Enlightenment ideas1:17:27 Charlie's bulletproof vest failure1:18:49 Secular mysticism explanation1:21:09 Pro-US Islamic countries in the Middle East1:23:06 Trump's appeal and psychological analysis1:24:50 Iranian surveys and regime change potential1:26:13 Ayn Rand's humor and taking life seriouslySee the [Comments](https://youtube.com/live/2Q_J1NVIRAU) for full questions👉 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/2Q_J1NVIRAU).💡 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 #leftism #assassination #warondrugs #tiktok #Capitalism #Objectivism #Freedom #Individualism #Philosophy #Economics #Politics #YaronBrookShow #AssassinsMotive #GenZCrisis #Nihilism #AynRand #FreeSpeech #CivilizationCrisis #ReasonVsFaith #ChinaInfluence #TikTokBan #GlobalPolitics #WesternCivilization #TruthOverTribes #CulturalDecay #EnlightenmentValues #Individualism #PhilosophyMatters #PoliticalViolence #FutureOfFreedomBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Sep 12, 2025 • 2h 21min
Assassin Caught, Free Speech Under Fire & FBI Corruption | Yaron Brook Show
Original Title: Assassin Caught; Free Speech; FBI; Demographics; Soybeans; Iran | Yaron Brook Show | September 12, 2025America is at a breaking point. Political violence is rising, free speech is under attack, and trust in government is collapsing. Meanwhile, global threats—from Iran to economic pressures—are reshaping the future. On today’s Yaron Brook Show, Yaron delivers unfiltered analysis you won’t hear anywhere else:⚡ Assassin Caught – What it exposes about America’s dangerous political climate🗽 Free Speech Crisis – Why censorship and outrage culture are eroding liberty🕵️ FBI Corruption – The scandals, the cover-ups, and why it matters📊 Demographics & Soybeans – Hidden trends driving culture and economics🌍 Iran Rising – How the Middle East is shifting against U.S. interestKey Time Stamps:0:51 Assassin of Charlie Kirk: Capture and Parents' Role2:42 Assassin's background, political affiliations, and behavioral patterns14:04 Historical context of political violence and media portrayal20:22 Donald Trump and public reactions to the murder22:54 Free speech implications and Charlie Hebdo parallels27:49 Calls to action for free speech advocates43:38 Trump's law enforcement appointees and their competency52:19 Global population trends and US-China trade war impact1:00:05 Debunking military action fears against IranSuper Chat Audience Questions1:13:48 Listener donation and officiating weddings1:17:01 Marital green card applications advice1:18:53 Political climate concerns and authoritarianism1:26:59 Conspiracy theories versus evidence importance1:31:12 Free speech significance and Muhammad cartoons1:36:52 Emotions in cognition and education1:39:22 Critique of Ben Shapiro, Charlie Kirk, and defense of liberty1:44:35 American generals and Petraeus critique1:46:17 Fall of Roman Republic parallels with modern America1:49:26 Spike Lee's take on Kurosawa and upcoming Nepal coverage1:51:22 Coincidence theories and Charlie Kirk's assassination1:56:23 First Gulf War decisions and Charlie Kirk's family1:58:55 School shootings and community opportunities2:00:01 Trump's health speculation and speaking truth2:01:23 Campus clubs, student leadership, and art protection2:03:13 Legal protections for free speech and government intervention2:07:07 Innovation potential in Africa and US military burials2:11:04 Right to bear arms, Christianity1:49:10 See pinned comment for timestamps and full questions👉 Want clarity, not spin? This is your show [Watch](https://youtube.com/live/HjU8CZdswYg).💡 Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truths, and challenges to both Left and Right.📌 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 #leftism #assassination #Capitalism #Objectivism #Freedom #Individualism #Philosophy #Economics #Politics #YaronBrookShow #YaronBrookShow #YaronBrook #AynRand #FreeSpeech #Censorship #FBI #PoliticalViolence #CharlieKirk #Iran #MiddleEast #AmericaAtRisk #CultureWars #TruthMatters #ReasonAndFreedom #IndividualRights #FightForFreedom #EndCensorship #DefendFreeSpeech #WesternCivilization #LibertyFirst #IdeasMatterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Sep 11, 2025 • 2h 5min
9/11 to Charlie Kirk's Assassination -- The Unraveling of America | Yaron Brook Show
Original Title: 9/11 to Charlie Kirk's Assassination -- The Unraveling of America | Yaron Brook Show September 11, 2025On this solemn September 11th, Yaron Brook reflects on the legacy of 9/11 and connects it to America’s growing culture of violence, conspiracy, and intellectual decline. From the tragic murder of Charlie Kirk to the far-left/Islamist alliance on campuses, the erosion of free speech, and the rise of political extremism, Yaron examines how the West has failed to defend its values since 2001.This episode dives into:-- The lies told in the aftermath of 9/11-- The Tea Party and the financial crisis fallout-- How Islamist causes gained cultural victories in the West-- The increasing collapse of intellectual leadership-- The dangers of escalating political violence todayYaron then tackles the live questions. Viewers asked about the assassination of Charlie Cook, speculation on whether the killer was a professional, how violence against public figures affects politics, the morality of supporting controversial individuals, the role of intellectual leadership, and the broader psychological differences between creators and destroyers.Key Time Stamps: 0:41 – Show intro and remembering the impact of 9/112:03 – Niall Ferguson on the legacy of 9/114:28 – Charlie Cook’s assassination and conspiracy theories7:16 – Political shifts and reactions to Cook’s death10:25 – Rise of political violence and post-9/11 lies13:20 – Campus reactions and far-left/Islamist alliance17:25 – Erosion of American politics and conspiracy culture20:09 – 2008 financial crisis and Tea Party response23:00 – Cultural divides and unresolved lessons of 9/1126:15 – Islamist movements and cultural influence in the West29:50 – Erosion of free speech and Western self-confidence32:35 – Free speech under attack: Salman Rushdie case37:00 – Decline in sympathy for Israel and free expression40:28 – Western divisions and defense of values45:44 – The West’s weakness in defending free speech51:07 – Failure of intellectuals after 9/11Super Chat Live Questions 57:03 – What do you think about the murder of Charlie Cook and the narratives forming around it?1:06:47 – Do you believe both the left and right are increasingly embracing political violence as a path forward?1:11:36 – How does the threat of violence affect public figures and the willingness of people to speak out?1:14:18 – How should we think about mourning individuals who were controversial or divisive?1:15:54 – Why is there such a lack of intellectual leadership in America today?1:21:06 – Do you think the assassin who killed Charlie Cook acted like a professional?1:24:14 – How worried should we be about the escalation of political violence in America?1:28:16 – Should controversial or provocative ideas still be published despite the risks?1:30:26 – What are the moral implications of supporting public figures who hold controversial views?1:34:21 – How do you see the psychology of creators compared to destroyers?1:35:43 – What lessons can we take from Charlie Cook’s life in light of Ayn Rand’s ideas?👉 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/I7C8souEVxM).💡 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#september11 #leftism #assassination #Capitalism #Objectivism #Freedom #Individualism #Philosophy #Economics #Politics #YaronBrookShow#CharlieKirk #CharlieKirkAssassination #9_11Anniversary #September11 #PoliticalViolence #ConspiracyTheories #AmericaUnraveling #USPolitics #Polarization #CultureWar #LeftVsRight #TeaParty #FinancialCrisis #AmericanDecline #ErosionOfValues #FreeSpeech #DefendFreeSpeech #WesternValues #WesternCivilization #IndividualRights #IntellectualLeadership #CreatorsVsDestroyers #AynRand #Objectivism #Islamism #CampusRadicals #FarLeft #WokeCulture #IsraelSupport #WesternWeakness #RushdieAttack #CurrentEvents #NewsAnalysis #PoliticalCommentary #UnfilteredTruthBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Sep 10, 2025 • 1h 59min
Charlie Kirk Shot; NATO on Edge; Abortion Fight; Schools Fail | Yaron Brook Show | Sept 10, 2025
Original title: Charlie Kirk Shot; NATO; Stabbing; Abortion in SC; Test Scores | Yaron Brook Show | September 10, 2025Yaron tackles the biggest stories of the week—without the partisan spin. From the shocking shooting of Charlie Kirk and what it means for free speech, to NATO’s uncertain future, a brutal stabbing, South Carolina’s abortion ruling, and America’s crumbling test scores. Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truth, and no mercy for Left or Right.Key time stamps:01:10 Charlie Kirk Shot18:45 NATO28:10 Stabbing46:05 Charlie Kirk Shot51:55 Abortion in SC1:02:55 Test Scores1:04:45 Charlie Kirk ShotLive Questions:1:20:22 – After the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., Robert Kennedy confronted the public rage and helped calm the flames. Is there anyone today who could play that role?1:23:30 – Do Ayn Rand’s novels start the process of building the pride and self esteem necessary for the culture to embrace capitalism? Or do people need to have developed some degree of self esteem on their own to even respond positively to her works?1:27:51 – Did you see Congress play a 2024 video of a U.S. Reaper drone firing a million-dollar Hellfire missile at a glowing orb off Yemen? 1:29:40 – My friend argues that everyone has intrinsic value, and that’s where self-esteem should come from—not from achievements, jobs, or what others think. Do you agree?1:41:17 – What does it mean for Charlie Kirk to be shot in a conservative state that’s ranked among the top 20 safest in the U.S.? How might this affect future campus speakers?👉 If you want unfiltered truth about politics, economics, and culture—without the tribal spin—this is the episode to [watch](https://youtube.com/live/8rJe1Rg4krw).💡 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#poland #russiaukrainewar #putin #Mamdani #democraticparty #abundance #Architecture #Capitalism #Objectivism #Freedom #Individualism #Philosophy #Economics #Politics #Stagflation #Trump #YaronBrookShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Sep 9, 2025 • 2h 12min
Israel Strikes Qatar; Jobs in Crisis; Murdoch's Exit; US Military Decline | Yaron Brook Show
Original Title: Israel Attacks Qatar; Jobs; Murdoch; US Military; Mamdani; Ethiopia; Architecture | Yaron Brook Show | September 9, 2025Israel hits Qatar. Jobs vanish. Murdoch bows out. The US military falters. Ethiopia burns. Mamdani misleads. And architecture—beauty or brutality?Israel escalates by striking Qatar, raising questions about strategy, morality, and the broader Middle East conflict. Meanwhile, the U.S. faces a mounting jobs crisis that exposes the failures of both Left and Right economic policies. Rupert Murdoch exits the stage, leaving behind a broken legacy in media and politics. The U.S. military continues its decline—bloated budgets but weakening strength—while intellectual frauds like Mahmood Mamdani spread poisonous anti-Western narratives. Ethiopia burns as tribalism and statism destroy yet another nation, and in the background looms a cultural battlefield over architecture: do we still build for human flourishing, or have we embraced an era of ugliness? Along the way, Yaron tackles big questions from the audience on Objectivism’s demands, stagflation, Trump’s decline, Florida’s property taxes, and whether individualism still stands a chance against the collectivist tide. This episode pulls no punches—expect clear, unapologetic truth.Key Time Stamps:03:55 Israel Attacks Qatar32:10 Jobs44:50 Murdoch48:20 US Military55:30 Mamdani1:04:00 Ethiopia1:08:50 ArchitectureLive Q&A Highlights:1:23:01 Is Objectivism too demanding? Many think it expects people to be unrealistically self-sufficient long-range thinkers, and that it’s cruel to expect what most can’t live up to. How do you respond?1:27:11 Left and Right policies look increasingly similar—doesn’t that give weight to “horseshoe theory”?1:31:32 Can you explain how stagflation actually happens?1:35:05 Do you expect America to fall into a “Dark Ages” collapse, or just stagnate in a mixed economy with no growth?1:38:03 Did the tech sector create huge wealth before politicians knew how to regulate it—and now uses that wealth to block regulation?1:42:10 Collectivists dominate elections on both Left and Right. Are individualists simply losing?1:42:39 In Star Trek, the Prime Directive bans giving advanced tech to barbaric societies. Is there wisdom in this idea? How dangerous is advanced knowledge in the wrong hands?1:44:29 Is it valid to cope with bad ideas by mocking them—“I laugh so I don’t cry”—or does that trivialize them?1:46:36 Do merely having “evil thoughts” make a person evil?1:47:15 Trump appears cognitively fading. Is he too old to cause major damage now?1:48:15 Can America’s institutions and courts actually stop Trump from going authoritarian—or are they failing?1:50:34 How will Israelis react if the war ends with hostages murdered?1:50:37 If Florida abolished property taxes, would it become the freest state in America? Would others follow—and would you retire there?1:53:09 Should I take a year off to travel, or is the career setback too big a risk?1:55:23 Thoughts on the famous Card & Krueger minimum wage study, and the later Dube, Lester & Reich study across state borders?1:59:02 Trump pushes for lower interest rates. Could his appointees be massaging economic data to pressure the Fed?1:59:49 Would you consider interviewing Mosab Hassan Yousef (“Son of Hamas”)?2:00:21 What’s your take on the Indonesian and Nepali protests?📌 📌 See comments for more [questions](https://youtube.com/live/8rJe1Rg4krw)👉 If you want unfiltered truth about politics, economics, and culture—without the tribal spin—this is the episode to [watch](https://youtube.com/live/8rJe1Rg4krw).💡 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#Israel #Qatar #MiddleEast #USMilitary #JobsCrisis #Murdoch #Media #Ethiopia #Mamdani #Architecture #Capitalism #Objectivism #Freedom #Individualism #Philosophy #Economics #Politics #Stagflation #Trump #YaronBrookShowBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Sep 8, 2025 • 1h 58min
Milei’s Fall, ICE Chaos, SCOTUS Battles, Gaza Tensions & France’s Future? | Yaron Brook Show
Original Title: Milei Defeat; ICE & S. Korea; National Defense Strategy; SCOTUS; Gaza; France? | Yaron Brook Show | September 8, 2025From the Argentina crisis after Milei’s shocking defeat to America’s immigration chaos at ICE, a broken National Defense Strategy, and a looming Supreme Court showdown—this episode dives into the political and cultural battles that will shape the future of freedom. Add the escalating Gaza war and France’s uncertain direction, and you’ve got a world in turmoil where liberty hangs by a thread. And that’s just the headlines.In the live Q&A, Yaron tackles big questions few dare to ask! Key Time Stamps: 01:05 Upcoming Shows Schedule 01:25 Milei Defeat10:50 ICE 23:45 National Defense Strategy32:55 SCOTUS38:25 Gaza 50:25 France? Live Questions: 1:03:11 What are your thoughts on stock option backdating in general, and on the case involving Steve Jobs?1:08:21 As a social observer, my estimate would be that the percentage of the population that is actually happy is less than 10%. Does a small minority seem right to you? And why aren’t more Objectivists happy?1:09:31 I read that the UCLA mathematician Terrence Tao is looking for funding for his department after Trump pulled federal funding. Is there any point in funding US universities when the federal government may take control? 1:11:13 Great Depression question; 'Triumph of Econ Freedom' blames the Fed for failing to act as a lender of last resort in '29. Why didn't a JP Morgan type step up in 29 as in 1907? Was this related to the creation of the Fed?1:15:26 What do you think of all the arrests in the UK for "bad" tweets"? Are there any tweets that the authorities should arrest people for?1:20:49 You recommended a Mike Ryan on Twitter the other day. What's his handle?1:20:51 What do think are the consequences of the US cutting funds to support the military in the Baltics? Is a Russian attack more likely? Do u think it is a plan that the EU is investing more in its military? What is cut next?1:25:31 I was thinking about buying a property in Japan and creating an AirBnB in Kyoto. What do you think of Japan for expats?1:28:03 What’s your favourite Greek food?1:28:31 Can you already tell us where and when you’ll be speaking in Europe during your October tour?1:32:29 If Millei wins re-election in a landslide, will it be a signal to other world leaders to at the very least be less afraid of moving in a substantial free market direction?1:33:33 If ARI did a documentary on Objectivism, could they pay a platform like Dave Rubin or someone with a sizable audience to release it on their channel?1:34:33 Will your Q&A with Harry Binswanger and Peter Schwartz be recorded and uploaded to YouTube?1:37:02 In Germany there wasn't any pro-enlightenment opposition to Hitler; in America today there doesn't appear to be any respectable or decent sized pro-enlightenment opposition to Trumps barbarism? 1:38:26 Does paying high taxes and sustaining a welfare state really make rich people "feel good about themselves"? 1:39:11 Does it look like Mamdani will lose in NYC?1:40:28 See pinned comment for timestamps of additional questions 👉 If you want unfiltered truth about politics, economics, and culture—without the tribal spin—this is the episode to watch.💡 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 / yaronbrookshowOr 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 #immigration #macron #China #foreignpolicy #argentina #artificialintelligence #Argentina #Milei #tariffs #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality #Objectivism #AynRand #politics #supremecourt2025Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Sep 5, 2025 • 1h 27min
Milei vs Statism; Jobs Lies; CEOs Kneel to Trump; AI Grab; Immigration; Drug War | Yaron Brook Show
Original Title: Milei; Jobs Report; Tech CEOs & Trump; Hawley & AI; Immigration; Drug War; Musk | Yaron Brook Show | September 5, 2025Why are “pro-capitalist” CEOs kneeling to Trump? Why is Hawley using AI as a new excuse for government control? Why do politicians lie about jobs, immigration, and the drug war? And what does Milei’s battle in Argentina tell us about freedom’s future?Key Time Stamps:01:35 Milei06:30 Jobs Report15:55 Tech CEOs & Trump27:45 Musk34:30 Hawley & AI40:35 Immigration46:10 Drug WarLive Questions:56:26 Is being passive-aggressive a sign of moral cowardice? 59:55 I'm planning my 1st ever trip to South America! Which cities are a 'must-do'? When I talk about Rio, friends give dire warnings on security. Is it so bad that I should stay away from Rio on my trip?1:03:55 Are you surprised that American businessmen are kneeling to politicians in the year 2025, or does it make sense given the philosophy in the culture?1:05:00 Your comments about the intensification of the Drug War sparked this question: why does the violation of a right beget further violation of rights?1:06:54 Have you ever explored England outside of London? 1:09:55 Is this the modern mixed economy model? Have a few cities where all the wealth and innovation occur, and everyone else in the country lives on benefits?1:10:46 All government attempts to redistribute wealth and income smother productive incentives and lead toward general impoverishment.1:11:09 You really believe the guy making $50k a year can be as happy as the guy making $500k a year?1:15:33 What motivated LP to write DIM? What was he observing in the culture to make him want to put in writing these predictions when things were looking pretty good 15 years ago, when he began writing?1:18:35 What would you do in that situation? How would you deal with Trump as the CEO of a company, knowing he would want to associate with you?1:19:28 Could ARI produce a movie or documentary about Objectivism?1:20:56 This makes a Christian-altruist society very uncomfortable, but isn’t the truth that sometimes the strong have to use force against the weak if it’s in retaliation for aggression?1:22:06 Is there any hope left for Taiwan? Do you think the world is ready to have TSMC in the hands of the CCP?1:23:13 Aside from health and family issues, I have trouble understanding unhappy wealthy people. Is it value-related? Lack of goals to use the money?1:25:23 We could use a reverse DIM that identifies and celebrates the causes of the Enlightenment. Is there a book out there that does that?👉 If you want unfiltered truth about politics, economics, and culture—without the tribal spin—this is the episode to watch.💡 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 #ceo #drugwar #argentina #artificialintelligence #tariffs #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality #Objectivism #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.