

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 4, 2025 • 1h 39min
RFK & the Senate Circus; DeSantis Mandates; Abortion Pill Fight; Tariff Lies | Yaron Brook Show
Original Live Title RFK & Miran at Senate; FL Vaccine Mandates; Abortion Pill; Tariffs &Deportation | Yaron Brook Show | September 4, 2025When politics descends into a circus, who’s really paying the price? From RFK’s Senate drama and Miran’s grandstanding to Florida’s authoritarian vaccine mandates, America’s culture wars rage on. Add in the Left/Right battle over the abortion pill, Trumpian tariff lies, and calls for mass deportation—and you get the perfect storm of bad ideas.Yaron Brook slices through the noise with unapologetic clarity, exposing the irrationality, tribalism, and dangers behind today’s politics. Neither Left nor Right escapes critique—because freedom, reason, and individual rights demand honesty.Key Time Stamps:01:15 Free Press07:05 National Conservatism Conference37:05 RFK43:20 Miran45:45 FL Vaccine Mandates49:20 Abortion Pill54:50 Tariffs56:30 Deportation1:00:00 Announcement https://randsdaycon.thebvh.com/Live Questions:1:11:47 Another interesting thing about Rand was that she frequently thought of and identified the motives behind ideas and actions without resorting to psychoanalyzing. Do you think that’s difficult to do? What are your thoughts on how to do it?1:13:31 How do you objectively assign a weight to your gut feelings? 1:18:09 Even if you're healthy, is it possible to be consistently happy if you're not wealthy?1:20:51 With Trump everything is horrible, a disgrace, a Hellhole, etc., unless he’s responsible for it. I’m highlighting his negativity and malevolence. Do you think that’s correlated with skepticism/cynicism?1:22:06 Why do some grow up trying to think in principles despite their education, and others don't?1:23:52 Does the Left have more respect for human rights than the Right? Respect for due process and humane treatment of detainees and prisoners?1:25:46 On yesterday's show, you said: "Ayn Rand didn't convince that many people, but maybe she convinced the most important people". What did you mean by that?1:27:10 When Tom Snyder asked Rand what she meant by selfishness, she referenced self-esteem, and that one should “respect one’s mind”. What does respecting one’s mind entail?1:29:08 When a crony politician is accused of acting in "self-interest" against the "interest" of the people, what's a better term than "self-interest"?1:30:37 When evaluating selfishness, are people not so much put off by the idea of you pursuing your values and achieving your happiness, but a perceived ugliness of not caring about others?1:32:20 Could hospitals now say, “Want to deliver your baby at Hospital A, B, or C? You must get these specific vaccines for our NICU ward’s protection.” ?1:32:50 If the S&P500 booms 4k points after the tariffs are shut down, would Trump reconsider tariffs? Or is he too deep into mercantilism to think otherwise?1:34:00 Are you planning on becoming a genocide scholar?📌 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 / 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 #hhs #scotus #federalreserve #covid19 #tariffs #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality #Objectivism #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Sep 3, 2025 • 1h 36min
Google, Epstein & Genocide: Lies, Power, and Drones | Yaron Brook Show
Original Live Show Title: Google; Taxes & GDP; Epstein; Drug War; Genocide; China Parade: Ukrainian Drones | Yaron Brook Show | September 3, 2025Big Tech, taxes, Epstein’s shadow, the drug war, genocide, China’s military pageantry, and Ukrainian drone warfare—this episode rips into the moral and political fault lines of our age. Yaron Brook doesn’t just cover the news, he dissects the lies behind it: how governments distort GDP, how intellectual rot fuels cognitive egalitarianism, why both left and right collude to keep Epstein’s truth buried, and what today’s wars reveal about morality, technology, and freedom.🔴 Watch the full show here: https://youtube.com/live/sO2gYpIm9x8Key Topics:01:55 Google’s grip on speech11:05 Taxes & GDP myths20:15 Epstein revelations28:20 Drug War insanity33:45 Genocide: moral clarity or evasion?42:10 China’s parade of power59:00 Ukrainian drone warfarePlus, live questions on Objectivist activism, water privatization, cognitive egalitarianism, Gaza, the Norwegian oil fund, early retirement, Italian culture—and more.Live Questions:1:09:30 Do you think it's immature for Objectivists to be frustrated or impulsive about not being able to change the culture yet? Or should we be morally ambition and demanding/expecting of our fellow citizens to be moral enough to recognize the truth in this philosophy?1:13:52 I spoke to a colleague about a British water company scandal today. I realized that I knew very little about how privatized water would/have been supplied. Would franchising be valid, like the system they have in France?1:16:55 What's your assessment of how [others] promote the idea that every individual has the exact same cognitive capacity, and therefore, all beliefs are equal based on that premise, e.g., cognitive egalitarianism, etc.?1:20:15 Do you think both the right and left political parties are working together against American citizens, since they seem to be actively working to prevent the public from accessing information surrounding the Epstein debacle?1:22:11 Maybe the lies are a cover for a deeper plan?1:24:01 Do you think the current Gaza offensive will finally put an end to Hamas’ rule?1:24:56 Have you heard of the Norwegian oil funds ethical committee pulling the fund out of companies involved in Israel? Any Opinions? What do you think are the long term effects, politically, diplomatically?1:26:48 You said don’t save when you’re young but what if I want the option to retire early and travel the world for a few years?1:29:43 Thoughts on the Italian people and Italian culture?1:33:33 A lot of similarities between Israeli’s and Italian’s?1:34:26 If a weapon ‘good on paper’ turned out to be bad in practice, would this entail a re-evaluation of the initial paper? (theory)👉 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 #antitrust #ukrainerussiawar #military #gazagenocide #tariffs #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality #Objectivism #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Sep 2, 2025 • 2h 6min
Troops in the Streets, Trump’s Decline & America’s Economic Lies | Yaron Brook Show
Original Show Title Use of Troops; Trump Health; Manufacturing; Tips; Dissatisfaction; Stock Market | Yaron Brook Show | September 2, 2025In this episode, Yaron Brook tackles some of the most pressing—and controversial—issues shaping America today. Should U.S. troops be deployed domestically? What does Trump’s declining health mean for the country? Can America’s obsession with “bringing back manufacturing” survive economic reality? Yaron breaks down the myths around tipping culture, the roots of widespread dissatisfaction, and the truth behind stock market movements.Along the way: insights on equality, U.S. Space Command, and the forgotten Department of War. Plus, sharp live Q&A covering Atlas Shrugged, trade tribalism, Alaska’s decline, capitalism’s long struggle, and whether America today looks disturbingly like pre-Nazi Germany.Key Time Stamps:01:50 Equality05:30 US Space Command07:50 Department of War 11:25 Use of Troops18:45 Trump Health22:40 Manufacturing32:40 Tips39:40 Dissatisfaction1:03:50 Stock Market1:16:45 Charlie KirkLive Questions:1:30:57 Does anti-trade sentiment come from tribalism and fear of the other? Is it reasonable to decline trade that might prolong a culture antithetical to your own, e.g. Russia,Saudi Arabia. But can't it still be win-win?1:40:25 “How do we win? We lose, and lose, and lose . . . until we are ready.” —Andor (Rebel mentor to Rebel recruit)1:41:20 Do you think Trump being a compulsive liar and oppressor is causing his health to decay? Is it possible he doesn't make it out of his second term?1:42:30 Does this feel like pre-Nazi Germany to you at all?1:44:00 What is the best way to monitor the flow of investment and capital out of the US? Is this easy to see amongst all the other economic data out there?1:46:09 A bit ago, you said young people don’t need to focus on savings. But modest investing (index funds) early compounds safely/greatly. Why wait?1:50:14 Are intellectuals our only hope for the objectivist movement?1:52:01 Most debates are framed as capitalism vs socialism where the takeaway is “let’s avoid extremes and go for social democracy.” Don’t you think the focus should be against social democracy?1:54:42 Thoughts on the emotion of fear. What does the word identify? Causes?1:57:38 See pinned comment for timestamps of [additional questions](https://youtube.com/live/WH29SryiAE0)👉 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 #economy #americandream #military #americafirst #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality #Objectivism #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Sep 1, 2025 • 2h 37min
Tariff Lies Exposed; Xi, Modi & Putin Unmasked; Tourism Scams & UK Asylum Chaos | Yaron Brook Show
Original Show Title: Tariff Lies; Xi, Modi, Putin; Tourism; Chinese Visas; DC; Min Wage; UK Asylum | Yaron Brook Show | September 1, 2025Are tariffs “protecting” American jobs—or just ripping you off? Yaron tears apart the myths and exposes the real victims of tariff lies. From Xi’s authoritarian grip to Modi’s nationalist illusions and Putin’s thuggery, the show dives into the strongmen shaping global politics.Yaron will also tackle the decline of tourism, the mess of Chinese visas, the swamp of DC politics, and the economic insanity of minimum wage hikes. Across the Atlantic, the UK asylum crisis reveals the moral collapse of Western immigration policies.Plus, a fiery Q&A on crime stats, Trump’s tariff obsession, Rand’s cultural impact, drones vs. tanks, why Americans have AC but Europeans don’t—and the deeper question of whether fear of independence defines today’s culture.Key Time Stamps:02:35 Florence Reflections04:55 Tariff Lies38:35 Xi39:35 Modi47:40 Tourism51:45 Chinese Visas56:30 DC1:02:45 Min Wage1:08:35 UK AsylumLive Questions:1:37:58 What are the most positive trends in the world today? What gives you greatest cause for optimism?1:44:52 What if somebody told Trump that his chances of getting the Nobel Prize would dramatically increase if he eliminated all tariffs?1:46:14 Will we see capitalism in our lifetime?1:46:51 Is looking at how many hours a person must work to afford an item a better way of looking at prices today, compared to prices in the past?1:50:56 Back to the issue of maturity, how do you explain the phenomenon of the degree of immaturity of the Trump administration?1:54:37 Rand diagnosed most people as having a fear of independence. Whatever one feels about being independent, one’s metaphysical independence is a biological fact. Why would one form a fear of acknowledging that fact of nature?1:56:22 Are drones making armored fighting vehicles obsolete?1:59:09 Would you agree that to learn, an individual has to revise a previously held belief (accept that being wrong is a path to learning), and/or... accept being ignorant about some topic/information, and [honestly] learn from a position of ignorance?2:05:51 Is it really fair to say all the smart people are in Blue cities? Is it because of current Democrat policies or relics of times past?2:08:55 See pinned comment for timestamps of additional questions💡 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 #epping #china #russia #foreignpolicy #americafirst #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality #Objectivism #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Aug 31, 2025 • 1h 44min
Michelangelo’s David, Jordan Peterson on Maturity, Gold & Life’s Forks | Yaron Brook Show
Original Live Show Title: David; Jordan Peterson & Maturity; Gold; Review-Forks in The Road | Yaron Brook Show | August 31, 2025What does Michelangelo’s David reveal about art, heroism, and the human spirit? Is Jordan Peterson right that maturity requires parenthood—or is that a dangerous myth? Yaron Brook dives into the meaning of real maturity, the enduring value of gold, and the forks in the road we all face.Along the way:Michelangelo’s David as the ultimate symbol of human greatness (04:35)Peterson’s flawed take on maturity and the real meaning of adulthood (24:15)Gold—why it matters and what it represents (42:40)Forks in the Road: choices, consequences, and the future (52:30)Live audience questions tackle art, racism, AI economics, Israel, immigration, property rights, and whether caring for children more than yourself is a virtue—or a trap.Key Time Stamps:04:35 Michelangelo's David24:15 Jordan Peterson & Maturity42:40 Gold52:30 Review-Forks in The Road Live Questions:1:11:47 Harry B. to AR: Do you feel that you are always maturing? She said no, a bit shocked. He: “Do you feel that you are constantly learning more about life?’ She: Yes, and wonder how I ever survived not knowing what I know now. How do you interpret this?1:14:39 Are you not the author of your thoughts? You're just the editor?1:24:25 When reading online comment sections, it is appears the culture is saturated with racism and hatred. Is this due to immaturity? Fear of taking the risks necessary to make your life something?1:27:16 Economists are saying Hayak was right about the past, but AI changes the game. "The calculation problem"? 1:30:46 can you go over some PBDs capitalist answers from todays show on jubile?1:31:10 How would you address private investors buying property and developing areas therefore increasing property tax and pricing people out? 1:32:33 @maribbens: Love your YouTube channel! Don’t love immigrants coming in, bringing their uncles with weird-sounding names. They’re gonna take our Bobs!1:33:07 Can you try and get on Graham Stephans' show? 1:33:35 I think it’s dangerous to care for your children more than yourself. What happens when the child doesn’t need or want that level of care anymore?1:34:10 80% of Pakistanis are the product of first cousin marriages. Do you think this is part of their high crime rate of Pakistanis in the Uk?1:38:00 Do you think people are able to have multiple careers in life?1:38:50 Would it be justified to displace the Gazans and have Israel absorb the land in order to keep Israelis safe?1:41:04 If someone films me in public and posts it online for clicks, isn’t that using my image/property without consent? Why should free expression in this context override image rights📌 If you’re tired of clichés, conformity, and cultural decline, this episode will challenge you to rethink what maturity, responsibility, and greatness really mean.👉 Support the show & join the next AMA: [PAtreon](https://Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)❤️ Subscribe, like & share for more independent, reason-based commentary.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 #michaelangelo #inflation #jordanpeterson #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality #Objectivism #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Aug 30, 2025 • 1h 21min
Tariffs, Tyranny & the Fed: Are We Sleepwalking Into Authoritarianism? | Yaron Brook Show
Original Live Show Title: Tariffs' Legality; Fed Independence; Houthis; Iran Sanctions; Venezuela | Yaron Brook Show | August 30, 2025From the legality of tariffs to the future of Fed independence, Yaron Brook dives into the economic and political battles shaping America’s future. Are tariffs constitutional—or just legalized theft? Is the Federal Reserve still independent, or already captured by political forces?Shifting to global flashpoints, Yaron examines the Houthis’ threat to stability, the failures of Iran sanctions, and Venezuela’s ongoing collapse. Along the way, he tackles tough audience questions on Jordan Peterson, Trump’s authoritarian appeal, Congress’s cowardice, and the Supreme Court’s abdication.This is a wide-ranging, unapologetically honest look at the erosion of freedom—at home and abroad.Key Time Stamps:04:00 Italy Reflections10:35 Upcoming Shows Schedule11:50 Tariffs' Legality25:30 Fed Independence41:10 Houthis43:45 Israel45:55 Iran Sanctions48:15 VenezuelaLive Questions:53:04 Jordan Peterson said: "You are not mature until someone else matters more than you". Obviously taking care of a child or having to care for a sick loved one does mature you, but can this sentiment be framed in egoistic terms?57:30 Can you talk about the formal training you received in Objectivism?1:00:38 Why can't congressional Republicans see where we are headed with Trump? Do they want a tyranny? 1:06:38 Congress in my view is largely to blame for bringing us closer to authoritarianism. It takes them for ages to pass crazy laws and all they do is talk. Trump gives the illusion of being pro-action. Thoughts?1:08:33 Has the Supreme Court abdicated its responsibilities of safeguarding our Republic?1:09:08 Is major crime down in Blue cities because DA's are bumping felonies down to misdemeanors?1:10:23 Is Trump successfully making dictatorship more palatable to the American public?1:11:05 If Blake Scholl is super successful with BOOM, maybe he could run for president in 10-15 years?1:11:30 Is Al performing so well due to anything Trump is doing? Or is it purely coincidental, and he's just riding the wave? Will Trump be bad for Al's development? Or deregulate to help expand it?1:12:52 Can you do a show where you catch up on all music and movie reviews all in one shot?1:16:16 Is the CEO of Intel a coward for partnering with Trump?1:17:55 Thoughts on Kevin O'Leary? 1:18:35 Dr. Mike Israetel often talks about how he absolutely loves Big Pharma. Something hopefully you can discuss on his channel.1:19:26 Were you & LP closest while he was writing DIM?📌 Tune in now for sharp analysis and bold ideas! 👉 Join the next AMA by supporting the show on [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow) ❤️ Subscribe, like, and share if you enjoy independent, reason-based commentary!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 #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality #Objectivism #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Aug 25, 2025 • 2h 15min
Tariffs, Taxes & Galt’s Gulch Fantasies, Supersonic Flight & Today’s Battles (AMA)| Yaron Brook Show
Original Live Show Title: 📺 AMA & Hangout with Contributors (Aug 2025) | Yaron Brook ShowIn this wide-ranging Contributor AMA, Yaron Brook opens with travel updates before diving into the real-world issues shaping politics, culture, and economics. He unpacks tax incidence theory and the hidden burden of tariffs on consumers, sparking a debate over dress codes and workplace culture. From there, the conversation expands into cultural communication norms, antisemitism, and the destructive pull of egalitarianism.Other highlights include:-- The ripple effects of corporate taxes on wages and prices-- Alma Deutscher’s latest concert and the brilliance of young talent-- John Bolton’s prosecutions and what they reveal about U.S. politics-- Stagflation, intelligent design, and the lessons of historical atrocities-- AI’s growing role in coding and technological disruption-- Insights on Nikki Haley’s career trajectory-- Educational competition and Poland’s shifting economic policiesLive Audience Q&A:-- Are young Objectivists stuck in Galt’s Gulch fantasies—blaming the world for their failures?-- Did Close Encounters of the Third Kind capture Rand’s concretes/abstractions by accident—or is there another source?-- Will Blake Scholl (Boom Supersonic) go public with Objectivism if supersonic travel takes off?-- Israel accused of starving Gazans—does Yaron regret earlier advice?-- Is evolutionary psychology just Nazi-style determinism repackaged?-- Have Israelis lost altruism since October 7—now demanding Gaza’s total destruction?-- Would you risk your career by going public with controversial ideas?-- And a shoutout to a listener tuning a piano while tuning in. 🎹See comments for questions.👉 Full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/X2y_9BtVcI8📌 Tune in now for sharp analysis and bold ideas! 👉 Join the next AMA by supporting the show on [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow) ❤️ Subscribe, like, and share if you enjoy independent, reason-based commentary!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 #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality #Objectivism #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Aug 22, 2025 • 1h 49min
Everything Is NOT OK: DC Chaos, Tariffs, Famine & Tucker’s Circus | Yaron Brook Show
Original Live Show Title: 🚨 August 22, 2025 | Everything is Not OK; Bolton; DC; Intel; Powell; Tariffs; Redistricting; Famine; | Yaron Brook ShowIn this episode of the Yaron Brook Show, Yaron takes on the chaos of today’s headlines and digs beneath the surface:-- Why everything is not OK—and why so few will admit it.-- Bolton, DC, Intel, and Powell: what the latest political and market moves really mean.-- Tariffs and redistricting: the real cost of bad economics and bad politics.-- Global famine—what causes it, and why it’s preventable.-- Tucker Carlson’s latest antics and the state of American discourse.As always, Yaron brings unapologetic clarity to topics others dodge.👉 Key Time Stamps:01:55 Everything is Not OK15:35 Bolton28:30 DC36:00 Intel42:50 Powell1:00:20 Tariffs1:03:45 Redistricting1:06:05 Famine1:11:15 Tucker Carlson💬 Live Q&A includes unions, socialism’s appeal to youth, crime stats, immigration, housing policy, and even Rand on introspection. Live Questions:1:21:54 Generally speaking, why do unions harm non-union workers?1:24:11 Does America have too many different types of ethnic minorities for us to morph into 1930’s Germany? 1:26:54 Have you seen Shawn Ryan's interview with Blake Scholl? 1:28:16 Rand: “A major source of men's earned guilt in regard to philosophy—as well as in regard to their own minds and lives—is failure of introspection.” Would you be as moralistic or has Christianity/Kant crippled man’s emotions?1:30:04 Does the conceptual level always beat the perceptual level? Since Objectivists are on a higher plane of thought and moral clarity, will we inevitably overpower those who haven’t put the effort to reach our abstract plane?1:31:23 My son cites NYT article titled “No Proof Hamas Routinely Stole UN Aid, Israeli Military Officials Say.” What credible evidence exists that Hamas did systematically steal UN food?1:35:54 Why are the youth sold on various flavors of socialism, and how do we reverse that?1:36:50 Can you talk about goal setting sometime? 1:37:48 How’s the deregulation coming along?1:38:27 You often cite that violent crime is down, it is! But, compared to other nations like Japan, UK, Germany, etc we have a long way to go. Solution?1:40:13 Thoughts on "Trump administration will begin reviewing all 55 million US visa holders (i.e. legal immigrants)"?1:41:21 How would Cortlandt homes rent at the lowest price?1:41:48 Did Roark ever have GF after Dom. married Wynand?1:42:10 Re: Vance saying that he will “be quiet as long as Zellinsky behaves”, I guess Vance didn’t want to appear to be standing down. Have you ever seen such undignified immaturity as by the current leadership?1:42:51 Are tariffs on X a way of destroying sales of X?1:43:10 Banishing every “illegal” immigrant will do what exactly to make all these MAGA losers lives better?1:43:42 Is it theoretically possible that Troy Beaton and Dave Dean have contributed more super chat $$ than me? Is this a good sign for our movement?1:45:26 See pinned comment for timestamps of additional questions💥 Expect controversy. Expect insight. Expect truth.👉 Subscribe and join the conversation: /@yaronbrookshowSupport the show and help keep this content independent: Patreon🔔 Hit the bell to get notified for the next livestream!💬 Leave your thoughts in the comments [YouTube episode](https://youtube.com/live/xWjlo8j2I9s) —what topic should Yaron cover next?👉 This kind of bold, independent commentary only happens thanks to your support. Share your thoughts, re-watch the episode, and join the conversation. If you're not yet a member—now’s the time. Subscribe and support the show at: [Patreon](/yaronbrookshow)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/[Support the Show](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow)[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube Channel](https://bit.ly/3ztPxTx)Continue 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)#industrialpolicy #trade #inflation #trump #gazawar2025 #israelhamaswar #immigration #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality #Objectivism #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Aug 21, 2025 • 1h 58min
Gen Z Doom, Gaza Lies & Ukraine “Peace” Myths | Yaron Brook Show
Original Live Title: *🚨 August 21, 2025 | Gen Z; Peace in Ukraine; 83% Gaza Dead; Melting Arctic; CA Business; Black Wall | Yaron Brook Show| Yaron Brook Show*Gen Z is cynical, the media spins Gaza’s war dead, and the Arctic is melting—again. Yaron dives into the myths, numbers, and moral evasions dominating today’s headlines. From talk of “peace” in Ukraine to California’s crusade against productive business, he cuts through the noise with unapologetic clarity.Key Topics:01:05 – Gen Z’s worldview: apathy, cynicism, or rebellion?20:50 – The illusion of “peace” in Ukraine31:30 – Gaza casualty claims: what 83% really means39:40 – The “melting Arctic” narrative47:35 – California’s war on business54:15 – The “Black Wall”Live Q&A Highlights:– Did Trump actually deserve credit for the Armenia-Azerbaijan peace deal?– How to talk to kids falling for anti-Israel propaganda on Instagram.– Gavin Newsom trolling Trump—serious or sideshow?– Motivation by fear vs. motivation by love.– Should you fight occupational licensing laws—or escape the state?– Sex and socialism: should politics get in the way of fun?– Moving abroad: Portugal, the US, or somewhere freer?👉 See pinned comment for timestamps of additional questions📺 Watch the full episode: https://youtube.com/live/xm27BJEeQE8👉 Subscribe to the channel and join us live next time: / @yaronbrookshow 🔔 Hit the bell to get notified for the next livestream!💥 Expect controversy. Expect insight. Expect truth.💬 Leave your thoughts in the [comments](https://youtube.com/live/xm27BJEeQE8)—what topic should Yaron cover next?👉 This kind of bold, independent commentary only happens thanks to your support. Share your thoughts, re-watch the episode, and join the conversation. If you're not yet a member—now’s the time. Subscribe and support the show at: [Patreon]( / yaronbrookshow )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/[Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube Channel](https://bit.ly/3ztPxTx)Continue 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)#climatechange #ukrainerussiawar #gazawar2025 #israelhamaswar #immigration #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality #Objectivism #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

Aug 20, 2025 • 1h 45min
MAGA & Tucker: Feudalism in Disguise? Ageism, TikTok, Engineers, Military & Drugs | Yaron Brook Show
Original Live Title: 🚨 August 17, 2025 | MAGA & Tucker,Socialism/Feudalism?; Ageism; TikTok; Engineers; Military & Drugs | Yaron Brook ShowIs America drifting back to feudalism under the banner of MAGA populism and Tucker Carlson’s “anti-capitalism”? Yaron Brook takes on the growing assault on freedom—from right-wing populists and their cozying up to socialism—to the moral panic over TikTok, discrimination cloaked as “ageism,” the cultural status of engineers, and the dangerous mix of the military and drugs. Plus, a deep dive into an Institute for Justice case that could reshape property rights.In the live Q&A, Yaron weighs in on Agustina Vergara Cid’s new OCON 2025 talk, lessons from the Obama years, and whether JD Vance is a modern Ellsworth Toohey. He tackles questions on cartel power, writing sci-fi worlds with corporate quasi-feudalism, politicians’ evasions on spending, and the perennial challenge of voting when there’s no capitalist option on the ballot.Key Time Stamps:01:05 – MAGA & Tucker: Socialism or Feudalism?32:40 – Ageism43:40 – TikTok48:40 – Engineers57:40 – Military & Drugs1:08:10 – Institute for Justice Case1:17:40 – Live Questions1:35:55 Do you think that JD Vance is evil , like Ellsworth Toohey? 1:37:32 How much bigger do the cartels need to get before they're effectively the government? 1:38:38 Working on a Sci-fi story with cyborgs, AI, extreme longevity. If people voluntarily live under a CEO/celebrity; in a corporate town/skyscraper, is that quasi-feudalistic? How to separate the ideas? 1:39:50 Why can't politicians understand the need to cut spending? Are they being dishonest and evasive? Do they understand budgets? 1:42:16 Being that there is no capitalist party in my state, how would you vote? Least evil theory? Third party? Not vote?👉 Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/En923ngEpQ4👉 Subscribe to the channel and join us live next time: / @yaronbrookshow 🔔 Hit the bell to get notified for the next livestream!\💥 Expect controversy. Expect insight. Expect truth.💬 Leave your thoughts in the comments—what topic should Yaron cover next?👉 This kind of bold, independent commentary only happens thanks to your support. Share your thoughts, re-watch the episode, and join the conversation. If you're not yet a member—now’s the time. Subscribe and support the show at: [Patreon]( / yaronbrookshow )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/[Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow )[Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Like what you hear? Like, share, and subscribe to stay updated on new videos and help promote the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube Channel](https://bit.ly/3ztPxTx)Continue 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)#socialism #cronyism #feudalsystem #venezuela #drugenforcement #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality #Objectivism #AynRand #politicsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.