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Yaron Brook, the Radical for Capitalism, 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.

  1. 16 hr ago

    OpenAI; Deficit; Yen; Oil; Iran; Muslim Brotherhood; Cuba; Le Pen; Achievement | Yaron Brook Show

    Live July 7, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show (Season 12, Episode 117) OpenAI; Deficit; Yen; Oil; Iran; Muslim Brotherhood; Cuba; Le Pen; Achievement | Yaron Brook Show OpenAI's Dangerous Future? Debt, AI, Iran & the Collapse of Political Illusions Is OpenAI becoming just another government-backed institution? Can the world keep borrowing forever? Is AI about to create unprecedented prosperity—or unprecedented political control? This episode tackles some of the biggest economic, technological, and geopolitical questions shaping the future. From OpenAI's rumored IPO ambitions and government influence over AI, to exploding deficits, Japan's fiscal crisis, oil markets, Iran, Europe's political battles, and the future of capitalism, Yaron Brook connects today's headlines to the deeper philosophical ideas driving them. Along the way, Yaron discusses the Muslim Brotherhood's long-term strategy in Europe, Cuba's hesitant market reforms, Marie Le Pen's political future, crime trends in America, AI-powered household robots, and answers an extensive round of audience questions covering everything from AI abundance and cancer research to India, Australia, Israel, Musk's X Money, healthcare, immigration, and much more. If you want analysis that goes beyond today's headlines and gets to the fundamental ideas shaping tomorrow's world, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Watch now: https://youtube.com/live/o-9VSBMr3p4 Main Topics 00:00 Introduction, FIFA World Cup & Argentina vs. Egypt 03:57 Politics Invades Soccer 07:32 Quarterfinal Predictions & World Cup Reflections 11:19 OpenAI, IPO Plans & Government Influence 15:29 Can Government Control AI? 22:53 Deficits, Tariffs & Currency Distortions 27:16 Japan's Fiscal Crisis & Global Spending 32:12 Debt, Oil Markets & Energy Economics 34:12 Gas Prices, Refineries & Iran 43:41 Strait of Hormuz & America's Response 50:51 Support the Show 51:25 The Muslim Brotherhood's Strategy in Europe 56:46 Cuba's Economic Reforms 1:04:01 Marie Le Pen's Legal Challenges 1:08:02 Is Crime Really Falling? 1:10:07 AI Humanoid Robots Are Coming 1:13:59 Closing Thoughts 1:15:04 London Documentary Project Update Live Audience Questions 1:22:54 Will AI End Scarcity—and Capitalism? 1:28:30 Can AI Cure Cancer or Build Star Trek? 1:29:32 Why Is Northwest Arkansas Booming? 1:30:40 Is Australia Losing Economic Freedom? 1:31:40 Did Netanyahu Allow Qatari Cash into Gaza? 1:33:27 Does Altruism Hide Cowardice? 1:34:19 Returning to Destiny? 1:34:31 Musk's X Money—Game Changer? 1:35:34 Can Objectivism Thrive in India? 1:36:32 Does Government-Controlled Tech End Privacy? 1:36:52 Who Pays for Europe's Military Spending? 1:37:12 Why Are BYD Cars in Israel but Not America? 1:41:21 Who Should Lead Israel Next? 1:44:48 What If Trump Had Never Been President? 1:48:21 Europe's Air Conditioning Crisis 1:50:00 Has Poland Preserved Western Values? 1:51:51 Which Paris Museum Should You Visit? 1:55:20 Speaking at Indian Universities? 1:55:58 Open Borders with Western Democracies? 1:56:43 Gad Saad and "Suicidal Empathy" 1:57:24 College Sports After NIL 1:59:41 AI, Healthcare & Changing Gender Politics Subscribe for daily analysis on economics, politics, philosophy, technology, investing, and current events. #OpenAI #ArtificialIntelligence #Iran #Economics #Deficit #OilPrices #Capitalism #Objectivism #Politics #Trump #Socialism #Ukraine #Immigration #WorldPolitics 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/) [Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project](https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com) [Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow ) [Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/) [One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ) Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel]( / @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/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) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support. Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

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  2. 1 day ago

    NATO-Ukraine, Turkey; Weapons; FIFA; Losers; Gov Equity; Immigration; Achievement | Yaron Brook Show

    Live July 6, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show (Season 12, Episode 116) NATO-Ukraine, Turkey; Weapons; FIFA; Losers; Gov Equity; Immigration; Achievement | Yaron Brook Show Is the West preparing to defend freedom—or surrendering it piece by piece? This episode tackles the biggest geopolitical, economic, and cultural battles shaping the future: NATO's military strategy, Ukraine's survival, Turkey's growing influence, America's weapons production, Trump's expanding political controversies, government ownership of AI, immigration myths, and why achievement—not victimhood—is the foundation of civilization. Yaron Brook examines whether Western governments still understand what it takes to win wars, build prosperity, and defend freedom. From NATO's dependence on American weapons to FIFA's political theatrics, from government equity stakes in artificial intelligence to the economics of immigration, this conversation connects today's headlines to the deeper philosophical ideas driving them. The show also explores technological innovation, geothermal energy, Peterson Academy's expanding educational mission, and provides an update on Yaron's new documentary projects. The live Q&A covers everything from Trump's AI proposals and race relations to China's influence, Harvard, Spain under Franco, the future of immigration policy, the cult of MAGA, and even a lighter discussion of soccer, Mel Brooks, and Blazing Saddles. Watch, subscribe, and join the conversation. Watch the full episode: https://youtube.com/live/LleEn2jILBo Main Topics 00:00 Introduction 00:24 Soccer highlights and opening thoughts 02:03 World Cup favorites and international football 04:12 Political developments in Maine 06:50 NATO summit and defending Ukraine 10:03 Russia's attacks and the economic costs of war 14:04 Crimea and the long-term consequences of the invasion 17:15 Turkey, F-35s, and NATO strategy 24:22 America's military role in Europe 27:37 Weapons production and the defense supply chain 32:33 Why speed and innovation matter in modern warfare 36:40 FIFA controversy and Trump 46:29 Trump, corruption allegations, and crypto 51:15 Government ownership of AI companies 57:50 Immigration, housing, and media narratives 1:04:07 Immigration, wages, jobs, and the welfare state 1:07:14 Housing myths and America's immigration history 1:10:10 The promise of geothermal energy 1:12:29 New documentary fundraising update 1:23:30 Peterson Academy courses Live Audience Questions 1:26:29 Trump's proposed AI stake—government protection racket? 1:30:23 Is America becoming dramatically more racist? 1:32:21 Are hateful words replacing even worse historical evils? 1:34:05 Real Madrid's future under Mourinho? 1:34:18 Pep Guardiola and Gaza politics 1:35:03 Is political correctness destroying Britain? 1:35:49 Trump's July 4 appearance—health concerns? 1:39:33 Steven Pinker's OCON session 1:40:13 Why didn't Franco's Spain fight alongside Hitler? 1:40:57 Do successful entrepreneurs need Ayn Rand? 1:41:22 Trump, Vance, and "the end of America" 1:43:25 Poland-Ukraine historical tensions 1:43:28 Why don't China and Russia court Trump like Gulf states? 1:44:11 Did Trump support Israeli strikes on Qatar? 1:44:27 What would Harvard look like under Objectivists? 1:44:53 Would Yaron debate Dave Rubin on Trump? 1:45:01 Does MAGA resemble Mao's personality cult? 1:45:26 Immigration from hostile regimes—what limits? 1:46:55 Mel Brooks at 100 and ending on a lighter note If you enjoyed the discussion, subscribe, like the video, and share it with someone interested in politics, economics, philosophy, and current events. #Capitalism #Objectivism #Politics #Trump #Socialism #DSA #SupremeCourt #Iran #Economics  #NATO #Ukraine #ArtificialIntelligence #Immigration #WorldPolitics 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/)[Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project](https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com) [Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow ) [Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/) [One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ) Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel]( / @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/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) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support. Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

    1hr 49min

  3. 2 days ago

    In the mind of Curtis Yarvin | Yaron & Nikos Dialogues

    Live July 5, 2026 (The Yaron & Nikos Dialogues, Episode 6) In the Mind of Curtis Yarvin | Yaron & Nikos Dialogues Curtis Yarvin's Vision for America: Dangerous Genius or the Future of the New Right? Curtis Yarvin has become one of the most influential—and controversial—thinkers shaping today's New Right. His ideas on executive power, democracy, elites, Silicon Valley, and the future of America have quietly influenced entrepreneurs, technologists, and political insiders. But are his ideas intellectually profound... or fundamentally anti-Enlightenment? In Episode 6 of The Yaron & Nikos Dialogues, Yaron Brook and Nikos Sotirakopoulos take a deep dive into Yarvin's philosophy, examining everything from his theory of "The Cathedral" to his rejection of the American Revolution, democracy, equality, and the Enlightenment itself. Along the way they explore Marc Andreessen, Silicon Valley's political transformation, CEO-run city-states, executive power, Christianity's political role, Jordan Peterson's hierarchy arguments, Trump, Harvard, Ukraine, Israel, and why these ideas are gaining traction among young intellectuals. Whether you've heard of Curtis Yarvin—or are encountering him for the first time—this discussion explains why his influence matters and what it could mean for the future of Western civilization. Watch now and join the conversation. Timestamps 00:33 — World Cup predictions 04:35 — Who is Curtis Yarvin? 08:03 — The Cathedral and where power really lies 18:27 — Why Yarvin rejects the American Revolution and the Enlightenment 25:26 — Yarvin's controversial ideas and growing influence 30:50 — Silicon Valley, executive power, and the New Right 35:13 — Trump, Harvard, and political reform 42:25 — The Declaration of Independence under attack 47:43 — America as a modern theocracy? 54:09 — CEO-run city-states and Yarvin's political ideal 59:44 — Ukraine, Israel, and foreign policy 1:03:19 — Preview: Kissinger & the Spanish Civil War 1:07:01 — What makes a revolution? Live Audience Questions 1:08:57 — Is there a lesson of influence in Curtis Yarvin's success? 1:21:23 — How do the Tech Right and Christian Right fit together? 1:25:13 — Is Yarvin's view of hierarchy like Jordan Peterson's "lobsters"? 1:29:19 — Did Yarvin misunderstand the Confederacy? 1:32:28 — What's your take on the Rationalist movement? 1:33:37 — Is antisemitism like global warming? 1:36:04 — Is there still enough freedom to push the boundaries and grow in the US? 1:51:17 — Is FIFA welfare good for the sport? 1:53:13 — Are Democratic Socialists becoming more emboldened? 1:55:31 — Would Trump invest in OpenAI to reduce regulation? 1:57:42 — Why does capitalism survive if politicians don't understand it? 1:58:41 — Can a rational minority defeat an irrational majority? 2:00:23 — What factors would most effectively integrate Europe? 2:01:10 — Is Britain worse off than it was in the 1970s? 2:04:37 — What do you think of Mehdi Hasan? 2:07:47 — Do competitive sports encourage zero-sum thinking? 2:08:55 — What do you think of James Fishback? 2:10:08 — Nick Land and Deleuze: profound or nonsense? 2:13:22 — Has anyone matched Ayn Rand's intellectual influence? 2:18:24 — Real Madrid under Mourinho? If you enjoy thoughtful discussions that challenge conventional wisdom, be sure to subscribe, like this video, and share it with friends who care about philosophy, politics, economics, and the future of freedom. Watch the full episode: https://youtube.com/live/TgT960KLNg8 More from [Nikos Sotirakopoulos](https://www.nikos.org/) Support Nikos:    / @nikos_1717   👉 Subscribe for fearless conversations on philosophy, politics, economics, psychology, culture, and the future of Western civilization. #CurtisYarvin #NikosSotirakopoulos #Enlightenment #Objectivism #SiliconValley #Democracy #AmericanPolitics #Postcolonialism #leftists #marxism #PoliticalPhilosophy  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/ -- Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project (https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com) 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/3ztPxTx Support the Show and become a sponsor: / yaronbrookshow or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or / yaronbrookshow Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ 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 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support. Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

    2h 21m

  4. 3 days ago

    4th of July -- What's to Celebrate? | Yaron Brook Show

    Live July 4, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show (Season 12, Episode 114) 4th of July -- What's to Celebrate? | Yaron Brook Show The Radical Revolution That Changed the World—And Why America's Founding Ideals Are Worth Fighting For America didn't become exceptional because of its geography, military, or natural resources. It became exceptional because it embraced one revolutionary moral principle: the individual has the right to live for his own sake. On this special Independence Day episode, Yaron Brook explores what Americans should actually celebrate on the Fourth of July—not blind patriotism, but the radical ideas that transformed history. From the Declaration of Independence to individual rights, capitalism, entrepreneurship, and Ayn Rand's moral defense of freedom, this episode asks whether America still deserves to be called the land of liberty—and what must be done to preserve it. As America approaches its 250th anniversary, are we honoring the principles that made this country great... or abandoning them? Join the conversation live and challenge the ideas. Watch now: https://youtube.com/live/Vakv4lZ54Uc Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 00:27 Why celebrate the Fourth of July? 03:03 Is America still worth celebrating? 05:33 The revolutionary idea of individual rights 08:01 Why the Declaration of Independence changed history 10:49 America as mankind's greatest experiment 12:39 Opportunity, achievement, and American success 15:06 What "all men are created equal" really means 17:23 Equality before the law vs. equality of outcome 20:25 Life, liberty, property & the pursuit of happiness 23:01 Freedom, reason, and choosing your own life 28:28 Immigration and the promise of America 30:03 Why reason made America prosperous 32:58 The Industrial Revolution and America's innovators 44:24 Celebrating entrepreneurs—from Edison to Musk 47:20 America's creed and its global impact 49:50 Ayn Rand and America's founding ideals 53:02 Why freedom requires a moral foundation 55:33 Recommitting to the philosophy of liberty 59:33 What America should celebrate this Independence Day Live Audience Questions 1:07:30 Why do postmodernists reject objective truth? 1:10:32 America at 250—what should we celebrate? 1:11:38 Which great thinkers came from the Netherlands? 1:14:57 Jefferson's original Declaration draft—better than the final? 1:16:07 Has Kant finally lost his influence? 1:16:38 Is conservative patriotism preferable to socialist anti-Americanism? 1:19:13 Why did Yaron say Objectivism may win in 150 years? 1:19:58 Thomas Paine: "Start the world over again." 1:20:30 America's freethought movement and Robert Ingersoll 1:21:16 Conservatives regulate; progressives redistribute? 1:21:34 Why are young people drawn to Catholic aesthetics? 1:22:54 Favorite Yaron quote: "That's my pie!" 1:25:32 How did the Colonists defeat the British Empire? 1:30:39 Did the Founders underestimate political parties? If you enjoy these discussions, become a supporter, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who believes freedom is worth defending. #america250 #FourthOfJuly #DeclarationOfIndependence #foundingfathers #AmericanHistory  #Trump #Capitalism #IndividualRights #Freedom #Liberty #AynRand #Objectivism 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/) [Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project](https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com) [Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow ) [Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/) [One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ) Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel]( / @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/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) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support. Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

    1hr 31min

  5. 4 days ago

    DSA; Trump's Corruption; SCOTUS; Venezuela; Iran; Germany; CA Crime; Achievement | Yaron Brook Show

    Live July 3, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show (Season 12, Episode 113) DSA; Trump's Corruption; SCOTUS; Venezuela; Iran; Germany; CA Crime; Achievement | Yaron Brook Show Democratic Socialists Are Winning. Trump Profits. SCOTUS Reshapes America. Is Anyone Defending Capitalism? The political center continues to collapse—and almost nobody is making the case for freedom. This week, Yaron Brook dives into the Democratic Socialists' stunning victories, Trump's growing conflicts of interest, major Supreme Court rulings, Venezuela, Iran, crime, scientific fraud, and why the moral defense of capitalism is disappearing just when it's needed most. Is socialism becoming mainstream? Is corruption now accepted as normal politics? Are America's institutions protecting individual rights—or abandoning them? Plus, Yaron answers live audience questions on selfishness, Objectivism, Iran, and much more. Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/AqIL97S50eA Main Topic Timestamps 00:00 Introduction, schedule & OCON travel recap 03:06 OCON virtual options, video releases & poker night 05:10 Next OCON in Keystone & Atlas Shrugged anniversary 07:26 Democratic Socialists' primary victories 10:40 What the DSA is—and why it's growing 24:34 Why capitalism has lost its defenders 31:35 Identity politics and DSA controversies 32:27 Why socialism is making a comeback 36:22 New York's 78° A/C rule 39:46 Trump's financial disclosures & corruption concerns 56:16 Major Supreme Court decisions 1:01:14 Birthright citizenship & birth tourism 1:06:00 Election conspiracies & court legitimacy 1:08:55 Venezuela's instability 1:15:12 Iran's regional ambitions 1:19:49 Crime, policing & public safety 1:26:13 Scientific fraud & research integrity 1:30:00 NASA satellite rescue 1:31:35 Breakthroughs in emergency medicine 1:32:38 Trade agreements & economic policy 1:34:25 Upcoming shows 1:36:57 Fundraising update 1:37:22 OCON stories & early SpaceX memories 1:38:44 The decline of Enlightenment values 1:41:48 Can politicians be persuaded? 1:43:07 Why Ayn Rand walking tours matter 1:44:36 Technical difficulties with superchat Live Audience Questions 2:07:25 Is "selfish" really the wrong moral concept—or just commonly misunderstood? 2:08:25 If Iran wanted Trump Tower, why wouldn't it simply invest? If you enjoyed the discussion, subscribe, like the video, and share it with someone interested in politics, economics, philosophy, and current events. #Capitalism #Objectivism #Politics #Trump #Socialism #DSA #SupremeCourt #Iran #Economics 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/) [Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project](https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com) [Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow ) [Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/) [One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ) Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel]( / @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/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) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support. Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

    2h 10m

  6. 25 Jun

    Live from Israel | Yaron Brook Show

    Live June 25, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show (Season 12, Episode 112) Live from Israel | Yaron Brook Show Watch Now: https://youtube.com/live/Ow5evTvbHyM Live from Israel: Iran, Europe's Decline, Socialism's Rise & America's Political Crossroads Broadcasting live from Israel, Yaron Brook tackles one of the most wide-ranging and personal episodes of the year. From deeply personal reflections on family and loss to the geopolitical realities of Iran, the future of American politics, Europe's cultural decline, environmentalism, AI, immigration, socialism, and the morality of capitalism—this episode connects philosophy to today's biggest headlines. Why does Europe still resist air conditioning during deadly heat waves? Is environmental ideology undermining human flourishing? Is America headed toward a genuine political realignment? Can democratic socialism continue gaining momentum? And what happens after Iran's latest confrontation with the West? Yaron also answers nearly an hour of audience questions covering Trump, AI, immigration, cooperatives, Supreme Court rulings, Objectivism, Israel, healthcare, self-esteem, culture, and much more. Whether you're interested in philosophy, economics, geopolitics, technology, or current events, this episode offers an Objectivist perspective on the issues shaping our future. Watch, subscribe, and join the conversation live every week. https://youtube.com/live/Ow5evTvbHyM ## Main Topic Timestamps **00:00** Introduction, personal update & family matters **06:50** Reflections on family and loss **08:54** Europe's heat wave & the air conditioning problem **11:39** Why Europeans resist air conditioning **17:39** Environmentalism vs. technological progress **24:54** The philosophy behind Europe's cultural attitudes **26:54** Iran update & America's response **30:48** Strait of Hormuz, oil & strategic power **34:11** Housing policy, regulations & Trump's Save America Bill **36:25** Democratic Socialists are winning—why? **41:35** Why socialism attracts educated elites **44:12** Does America need a third political party? **46:18** Supreme Court rulings & asylum policy **50:22** Immigration, executive power & the border **50:58** Oil markets after the Strait of Hormuz crisis **53:14** World Cup excitement & standout players --- ## Live Audience Questions **1:00:01** Did Trump pressure Republicans on War Powers—or simply persuade them? **1:01:07** Did Republicans help create today's radical Left? **1:03:29** Are cooperatives less moral—or simply less competitive? **1:16:12** Will the midterms reveal what America truly values? **1:18:30** How might Trump react to a major electoral defeat? **1:21:55** Can innovators still thrive despite growing anti-tech sentiment? **1:23:34** Do Americans really have higher self-esteem than Europeans? **1:27:06** Is Trump unexpectedly good for AI innovation? **1:30:16** Which political party poses the greater challenge for American Jews? **1:33:32** Could America adopt Europe's anti-air-conditioning regulations? **1:34:30** Ben & Jerry's latest "Milk & Honey" controversy. **1:35:56** Why is the legal profession overwhelmingly left-leaning? **1:37:00** Is life's greatest competition against others—or yourself? **1:37:36** Why do celebrities seem to age so much slower today? **1:39:01** Blake Scholl, Trump & executive power over aviation. **1:40:23** Mark Levin's criticism of Trump over Israel. **1:41:20** Should Medicare and Medicaid pay for GLP-1 weight-loss drugs? **1:42:19** Why do intellectuals oppose rational self-interest? **1:42:51** Alan Greenspan and the lost Objectivist opportunity **1:43:34** Has Alex Epstein had the greatest Objectivist influence in government? **1:44:08** Where does Canadian culture fit between Europe and America?  --- #Iran #Israel #Trump #Objectivism #Capitalism #Politics #ArtificialIntelligence #Socialism #Technology #Innovation #MachineLearning #Productivity #FreeMarkets #FutureOfWork #Individualism 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/) [Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project](https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com) [Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow ) [Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/) [One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ) Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel]( / @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/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) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support. Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

    1hr 46min

  7. 20 Jun

    Capitalism, Productiveness and Artificial Intelligence | Yaron Brook Show

    Live June 20, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show (Season 12, Episode 111) Capitalism, Productiveness and Artificial Intelligence | Yaron Brook Show AI Won’t Replace Human Greatness—Unless We Let It | The Capitalist Case for Artificial Intelligence  Artificial Intelligence is transforming the world—but is it a threat to human achievement or the greatest productivity tool ever created? In this episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron makes the philosophical, economic, and moral case for AI. He explains why artificial intelligence is a product of human reason, why the anti-AI panic resembles past technological fears, and why capitalism—not government planning—made AI possible. From machine learning breakthroughs and creative applications to concerns about jobs, truth, regulation, and human relationships, Yaron explores what AI means for the future of civilization and what it reveals about the value of human intelligence itself. If you want to understand AI from the perspective of reason, individual rights, innovation, and capitalism, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Watch now: https://youtube.com/live/Zfd5zvhYJvw Main Topics: 00:00 Introduction & Upcoming OCON Event 01:37 AI's Impact on Capitalism and Human Productiveness 03:01 The Philosophical Defense of AI 07:33 Why AI Is a Triumph of Capitalism and Reason 09:37 Practical Benefits and Everyday Uses of AI 11:52 The History Behind Modern AI 27:59 Machine Learning and Neural Network Breakthroughs 35:15 Early Livestreaming and Technology Evolution 36:03 Politics, Regulation, and the AI Debate 37:21 Personal and Social Consequences of AI 38:13 AI, Art, Music, and Creativity 40:05 Productiveness as a Human Virtue 44:55 The Future of Work and Value Creation 49:18 Winners, Losers, and Social Change 54:52 Freedom vs. Government Control of AI LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS 1:02:31 Can AI Thrive Under Heavy Taxation and Regulation? 1:08:35 Are There Any Signs of Cultural Progress? 1:10:57 Why Is Eugenics Making a Comeback? 1:14:34 Getting Rich to Disappear—A Rational Goal? 1:17:30 Is China Really Less Regulated Than America? 1:19:26 When Will Emotional Support Droids Arrive? 1:24:47 Is AI Data-Center Water Usage a Real Problem? 1:26:10 What Happens When People Stop Thinking for Themselves? 1:28:00 AI vs. Traditional Healthcare—Who Wins? 1:29:17 Can a Robot Ever Replace a Living Companion? 1:30:02 Thoughts on the Habeas Corpus Debate? 1:30:38 Should We Stop Calling It "Artificial Intelligence"? 1:34:08 How Does Yaron Use AI Today—and Tomorrow? #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #Capitalism #Technology #Innovation #MachineLearning #Productivity #FreeMarkets #FutureOfWork #ethics #selfishness #Objectivism #AynRand #Individualism 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/) [Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project](https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com) [Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow ) [Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/) [One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ) Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel]( / @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/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) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support. Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

    1hr 34min

  8. 19 Jun

    Lebanon & Iran Talks; Anthropic/AI; Meloni; Reflecting Pool; Cuba; Achievement | Yaron Brook Show

    Live June 19, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show (Season 12, Episode 110) Lebanon & Iran Talks; Anthropic; Meloni; Reflecting Pool; Cuba; Achievement | Yaron Brook Show Iran’s Nuclear Gamble, AI’s Explosive Future, Hezbollah’s Fate & Cuba’s Surprise Market Reforms The Middle East is on the brink, AI is accelerating faster than governments can control it, and economic freedom is breaking through in some of the world's most unlikely places. In this episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron dives into the latest Iran nuclear negotiations, the future of Hezbollah and Lebanon, France's response to Trump's Iran strategy, and a DOJ investigation into the Khamenei family's assets. Then he turns to the AI revolution—from Anthropic and Mythos AI to Europe’s AI ambitions, government regulation, cybersecurity threats, robotics, and the geopolitical race for technological dominance. Plus: Cuba embraces market reforms, Argentina pushes radical innovation, Italy's prime minister sparks controversy, Washington's reflecting pool becomes a political scandal, and much more. Do governments make the world safer—or more dangerous? Can AI remain free from political control? And what happens if Iran's regime finally falls? Join Yaron for a wide-ranging discussion on freedom, technology, foreign policy, and human achievement. ▶️ Watch Now: https://youtube.com/live/y-199mLywqg TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 00:51 Iran Nuclear Deal Developments 02:46 Iran's Negotiating Strategy & Strait of Hormuz 04:21 Regional Consequences of Iran's Actions 05:01 Israel, Hezbollah & Lebanon's Future 11:08 Eliminating Hezbollah: Long-Term Solutions 13:29 Regime Change in Iran & Regional Impact 17:06 France's Position on Trump's Iran Strategy 20:46 DOJ Investigation into Khamenei Family Assets 23:05 AI Advances and Their Future Impact 27:43 Mythos AI & Cybersecurity Concerns 38:13 Europe's AI Strategy and Geopolitics 41:07 Government Regulation and AI Risks 44:39 AI Populism and Political Intervention 47:34 Trump and Giorgia Meloni Controversy 51:19 Washington Reflecting Pool Scandal 58:24 Cuba's Economic Reforms 1:02:51 Argentina's Biotech Deregulation 1:04:18 AI-Run Non-Human Corporations 1:05:40 India's Massive AI Infrastructure Push 1:06:53 China, Robotics & Boston Dynamics Competition LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS 1:14:25 Would You Join a Revolution You Might Lose? 1:16:18 Did Hitler Know He Was Evil? 1:19:07 Is Life One Giant IQ Test? 1:22:07 How Did America Recover After Vietnam? 1:24:05 Where Can I Find Rand's "Confusion Papers"? 1:24:51 Is Israel Falling Behind on Drone Warfare? 1:26:14 Why Are Europeans Amazed by American Prosperity? 1:27:10 Best Food, Museums & Experiences in New Orleans? #Iran #Israel #Lebanon #Hezbollah #ArtificialIntelligence #Anthropic #Trump #Argentina #Cuba #Capitalism #FreeMarkets #Objectivism 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/) [Michael Williams & The Defenders of Capitalism Project](https://www.DefendersOfCapitalism.com) [Support the Show]( / yaronbrookshow ) [Sponsor the Show](askyaron@yaronbrookshow.com/) [One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ) Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel]( / @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/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) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support. Yaron is the executive chairman of the Ayn Rand Institute and a world class speaker. He is the coauthor of the national best-seller Free Market Revolution: How Ayn Rand’s Ideas Can End Big Government, Equal is Unfair: America's Misguided Fight Against Income Inequality and In Pursuit of Wealth: The Moral Case for Finance. He speaks around the world on a variety of topics including the morality of capitalism, Ayn Rand and her philosophy, finance and economics, and the value of inequality.

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Yaron Brook, the Radical for Capitalism, 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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    Yaron Brook
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2026
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    © Brook Media and Consulting LLC
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