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Kyle, Carl, Greg, Edward
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A group of friends gathers weekly to discuss Objectivist material, from Ayn Rand's classics to modern interpretations. Expect lively debates, personal insights, and a touch of humor in a casual, yet insightful exploration of Objectivist philosophy.

  1. Atlas Shrugged: Account Overdrawn

    08/27/2024

    Atlas Shrugged: Account Overdrawn

    The episode begins by focusing on Dagny's defiance at the board meeting amidst economic decline. The discussion shifts to institutional knowledge, tech debt, and organizational collapse, emphasizing the pitfalls of short-term decision-making and economic controls. The concept of sacrifice are examined, followed by Francisco d'Anconia's insights on institutional corruption. The black market's role and the morality of productive individuals are debated, alongside historical awareness, government coercion, and board confrontations. The episode concludes with discussion of modern looters, character evolution, criticisms of Rand's work, and a preview of Directive 10-289.

    1h 28m
  2. Atlas Shrugged: The Sanction of the Victim

    06/11/2024

    Atlas Shrugged: The Sanction of the Victim

    Exploring Hank Rearden's Thanksgiving, trial, and defense, the discussion delves into personal and business ethics, Rearden's order for Dagny, the concept of forgiveness, values, and media narratives. The episode concludes with Francisco's explanation to Rearden and the trial's aftermath.

    2 hr
  3. Atlas Shrugged: White Blackmail

    06/04/2024

    Atlas Shrugged: White Blackmail

    A discussion on Part 2, Chapter 3, "White Blackmail" covers Hank's encounters with Lillian and Floyd Ferris, Dagny's interactions with Ken Danagger and Francisco, and the dynamics of Hank and Dagny's relationship. The moral implications of Lillian's actions and Ferris's blackmail attempt are analyzed, along with Rearden's internal conflict and Francisco's influence. Eddie's conversation with the mysterious worker is also explored.

    2h 19m
  4. Atlas Shrugged: The Aristocracy of Pull

    05/21/2024

    Atlas Shrugged: The Aristocracy of Pull

    The chapter's discussion covers Hank Rearden's resistance to Lillian, Cheryl Brooks and Jim Taggart's relationship, Hank's internal conflict, Francisco d'Anconia's dramatic entrance, and his famous "money speech", followed by closing reflections.

    1h 50m
  5. Atlas Shrugged: The Man Who Belonged on Earth

    05/07/2024

    Atlas Shrugged: The Man Who Belonged on Earth

    The episode delves into Atlas Shrugged, Part 2, Chapter 1, summarizing the chapter and discussing its themes and characters. It explores skepticism, relativism, and Objectivist views on knowledge. The economic and psychological impacts of Wyatt's actions are analyzed, and Project X is introduced.

    1h 41m
  6. Atlas Shrugged: Wyatt's Torch

    04/30/2024

    Atlas Shrugged: Wyatt's Torch

    The episode delves into "Wyatt's Torch," examining character names, Dagny's struggles, Hank's meeting with Paul Larkin, and the Fair Share Directive's impact. The discussion includes modern parallels in corporate governance and philosophical exchanges with Hugh Akston, concluding with a preview of the next meeting.

    3h 16m
  7. Atlas Shrugged: The Sacred and the Profane

    04/02/2024

    Atlas Shrugged: The Sacred and the Profane

    The episode covers the chapter "The Sacred and the Profane," exploring Reardon's conflicted attitude towards his sex life and contrasting it with Jim's perspective. Discussion includes Owen Kellogg's new role, the economy, Francisco's timing in revealing information, and the morality of Reardon and Dagny's secret affair.

    2h 22m
  8. Atlas Shrugged: The John Galt Line

    03/12/2024

    Atlas Shrugged: The John Galt Line

    This episode delves into Atlas Shrugged Section 1, Chapter 8, focusing on Dagny's psychological state and the symbolism of the John Galt line. Discussions encompass comparisons between Rand's and C.S. Lewis's superior man concept, the normalization of plunder, and the relevance of Rand's portrayal of the press. The team also explores filming challenges of train sequences and the integration of material and spiritual aspects in Rand's work.

    1h 36m
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A group of friends gathers weekly to discuss Objectivist material, from Ayn Rand's classics to modern interpretations. Expect lively debates, personal insights, and a touch of humor in a casual, yet insightful exploration of Objectivist philosophy.

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    Kyle, Carl, Greg, Edward
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