The Atlas Society Presents - Objectively Speaking
The Atlas Society
We promote open Objectivism: the philosophy of reason, achievement, individualism, and freedom.
Ayn Rand's philosophy of Objectivism was set forth in such works as her epic novel Atlas Shrugged, and in her brilliant non-fiction essays. Objectivism is designed as a guide to life, and celebrates the remarkable potential and power of the individual. Objectivism also challenges the doctrines of irrationalism, self-sacrifice, brute force, and collectivism that have brought centuries of chaos and misery into the lives of millions of individuals. It provides fascinating insights into the world of politics, art, education, foreign policy, science, and more, rewarding you with a rich understanding of how ideas shape your world. Those who discover Objectivism often describe the experience as life-changing and liberating.
Ayn Rand's philosophical works have been praised as presenting historic breakthroughs in thinking. At the Atlas Society, our scholars work to further develop this philosophy born in the mid-twentieth century. We present the empowering principles of Objectivism to a global audience, and offer those principles as a rational and moral alternative in the marketplace of philosophical ideas.
Ayn Rand's philosophy of Objectivism was set forth in such works as her epic novel Atlas Shrugged, and in her brilliant non-fiction essays. Objectivism is designed as a guide to life, and celebrates the remarkable potential and power of the individual. Objectivism also challenges the doctrines of irrationalism, self-sacrifice, brute force, and collectivism that have brought centuries of chaos and misery into the lives of millions of individuals. It provides fascinating insights into the world of politics, art, education, foreign policy, science, and more, rewarding you with a rich understanding of how ideas shape your world. Those who discover Objectivism often describe the experience as life-changing and liberating.
Ayn Rand's philosophical works have been praised as presenting historic breakthroughs in thinking. At the Atlas Society, our scholars work to further develop this philosophy born in the mid-twentieth century. We present the empowering principles of Objectivism to a global audience, and offer those principles as a rational and moral alternative in the marketplace of philosophical ideas.
Episodes
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Aug 23, 2023 • 60min
The Atlas Society Asks Stephanie Slade
Join CEO Jennifer Grossman on the 166th episode of The Atlas Society Asks, where she interviews senior editor at Reason Stephanie Slade about her defense of "fusionism"—in which she argues that libertarian principles of limited government and individual liberty can be harmoniously combined with certain traditional or conservative values.
Stephanie Slade is a journalist and senior editor at Reason, a fellow in liberal studies at the Acton Institute, and a media fellow at the Institute for Human Ecology.
Aug 16, 2023 • 1h
The Atlas Society Asks Andrew Doyle
Join CEO Jennifer Grossman on the 165th episode of The Atlas Society Asks, where she interviews British writer, comedian, and broadcaster Andrew Doyle about his latest book "The New Puritans: How the Religion of Social Justice Captured the Western World."
Having received his doctorate in English Literature from Oxford, Andrew Doyle has written many plays and musicals, including the critically acclaimed political drama "Borderline." His several books include "Free Speech and Why it Matters," and his latest: "The New Puritans: How the Religion of Social Justice Captured the Western World." As a stand-up comic, he’s a frequent performer in the UK and the co-founder of Comedy Unleashed, London’s free-thinking comedy night.
But of all his creations, he’s perhaps most famous for Titania McGrath, his parody of the flower of wokeness, whose Twitter bio reads: “Activist. Healer. Radical intersectionalist poet. Nonwhite. Ecosexual. Pronouns: variable. Selfless and brave. Buy my books.”
Titania has two books of her “own”: "Woke: A Guide to Social Justice" and "My First Little Book of Intersectional Activism."
Aug 9, 2023 • 1h 1min
The Atlas Society Asks Raymond C. Niles
Join Senior Scholar Richard Salsman for a special The Atlas Society Asks with Professor Raymond C. Niles. He holds a Ph.D. in Economics from George Mason University and an MBA in Finance & Economics from the Leonard N. Stern School of Business at New York University. Before embarking on his academic career, Niles spent over 15 years on Wall Street as a senior equity research analyst at Citigroup, Schroders, and Goldman Sachs. Raymond Niles is also a longtime Objectivist who has published numerous articles in scholarly and popular publications, including The Objective Standard, on issues tied to economics, internet policy, and government regulation.
Check Out More From Raymond C. Niles:
Website: http://www.raymondniles.com/
The Objective Standard Articles: https://theobjectivestandard.com/author/rniles/
AIER Articles: https://www.aier.org/people/raymond-c-niles/?v=7516fd43adaa
Aug 2, 2023 • 1h 1min
The Atlas Society Asks J. Michael Bailey
Join CEO Jennifer Grossman as she speaks with J. Michael Bailey, a psychologist, behavioral geneticist, and professor in the Department of Psychology at Northwestern University. He is best known for his work on the etiology of sexual orientation and gender dysphoria, along with his published book "The Man Who Would Be Queen." He was ‘canceled’ earlier this year for publishing his study “Rapid Onset Gender Dysphoria: Parent Reports on 1655 Possible Cases” in the academic journal Archives of Sexual Behavior. The journal caved to the woke mob and their manufactured online outrage, retracting the study. We’ll ask Professor Bailey what he learned from the experience and why free speech and academic freedom are vital to separating identity politics from the study and understanding of gender dysphoria.
Jul 26, 2023 • 58min
The Atlas Society Asks Ed Dowd
Join CEO Jennifer Grossman for the 162nd episode of The Atlas Society Asks, where she interviews Phinance Technologies' founding partner Ed Dowd about his book "Cause Unkown: The Epidemic of Sudden Deaths in 2021 and 2022" where he encourages a data-driven discussion regarding two questions in a post-COVID world: 1) What has caused this historic spike in deaths among younger people? 2) What has caused the shift from old people, who are expected to die, to younger people, who are expected to keep living?
Jul 19, 2023 • 59min
De-Banking & Affirmative Action: Current Events with Stephen Hicks and Richard Salsman
The Atlas Society Current Events Panel: Join Senior Scholars Dr. Stephen Hicks and Dr. Richard Salsman on the 161st episode of The Atlas Society Asks, for an Objectivist perspective on recent headlines, ranging from the "de-banking" of individuals for having the wrong beliefs to the SCOTUS affirmative action ruling.
Jul 12, 2023 • 1h 4min
Crisis in the Classroom: The Atlas Society Asks Armstrong Williams & Dr. Ben Carson
Join CEO Jennifer Grossman for the 160th episode of The Atlas Society Asks with special guests CEO of Howard Stirk Holdings, Armstrong Williams, and Dr. Benjamin Carson to talk about their co-authored book "Crisis in The Classroom."
Armstrong Williams is a syndicated columnist and host of the talk show The Armstrong Williams Show. He is also the author of several books, including "Reawakening Virtues: Restoring What Makes America Great" and "What Black and White America Must Do Now: A Prescription to Move Beyond Race."
Dr. Ben Carson is a retired neurosurgeon, academic, author, and politician who served as the 17th United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development from 2017 to 2021. He is the host of the podcast Common Sense with Dr. Ben Carson and the founder of the American Cornerstone Institute.
Jul 6, 2023 • 59min
The Illusion of Control: The Atlas Society Asks Ian Miller
Join CEO Jennifer Grossman for the 159th episode of The Atlas Society Asks with returning guest Ian Miller to discuss his latest book, "Illusion of Control: COVID-19 and the Collapse of Expertise."
Ian Miller is back for a second star turn on our webinar (he previously joined us to discuss his book "Unmasked: The Global Failure of COVID Mask Mandates"). Along with publishing COVID-related data models for outlets, including our friends at the Brownstone Institute, he also runs the "Unmasked" Substack column.
Jun 28, 2023 • 1h 1min
The Atlas Society Asks Mark P. Mills
Join CEO Jennifer Grossman for the 158th episode of The Atlas Society Asks with author, businessman, physicist, and senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute Mark P. Mills. Listen as the duo discuss Mark's extensive work about the intersection of technology, policy, and markets along with his latest book "The Cloud Revolution: How the Convergence of New Technologies Will Unleash the Next Economic Boom and a Roaring 2020s.
Jun 23, 2023 • 1h 3min
The Atlas Society Asks Doug Casey
Join CEO Jennifer Grossman for the 157th episode of The Atlas Society Asks with Doug Casey. Inspired by Ayn Rand, Doug Casey is a writer, speculator, founder and chairman of Casey Research, and International Man. He co-authors the "High Ground" fiction novel series that weaves together free market principles and adventure.
