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Live Mar 21, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowIndividualism -- Meaning, History, Opponents | Yaron Brook Show#collectivism #individualism #individualrights #individual #aynrand #Objectivism #egoism #selfinterest #ethics **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](https://www.patreon.com/YaronBrookShow)[Sponsor the Show]([email protected]/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel](https://YouTube.com/@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 )Check out my top picks for movies, music, books and more. [Yaron's Favorites](https://www.YaronBrookShow.com) or [Discord]( https://discord.gg/VqqhAqQ2n6) to find all my top choices!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.

Live Mar 20, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowWas There a Strategy?; Ukraine; Islam; Trump Coin; Abortion; Chavez; Noma; Tesla | Yaron Brook Show#oilmarkets #energycrisis #iranwar #WarUpdate #australia #Geopolitics #Capitalism #Objectivism #Iran #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]([email protected]/)[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.

Live Mar 19, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show(Season 12, Episode 54)Energy Crisis & the War; Gold; Cuba; Save America Act; Apple News| Yaron Brook Show🔥 War, Energy Collapse & the Illusion of Stability: Gold Surges, Cuba Fails, and America DriftsWhat if the “energy crisis” isn’t a crisis—but a policy disaster fueling war, inflation, and global instability?In this explosive episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron connects the dots between the energy market, geopolitical conflict, and economic uncertainty—while exposing the deeper philosophical failures driving today’s chaos.From the rise of gold to the collapse of Cuba, from the Save America Act to the growing control of platforms like Apple News—this episode pulls no punches. And in the second half, Yaron takes on some of the most provocative audience questions yet, including AI resurrecting dead actors, the limits of the Second Amendment, and whether America’s enemies are stronger—or just more ruthless.If you want clarity in a world spinning on narratives, this episode is essential viewing. Watch, engage and share! https://youtube.com/live/9HYXOeXaRqs⏱️ TIMESTAMPS04:35 – Energy Crisis & the War: Policy failure or inevitable conflict?1:01:40 – Gold: Safe haven or signal of deeper fear?1:08:00 – Cuba: Why socialism still fails—decades later1:09:45 – Save America Act: Substance or political theater?1:21:15 – Apple News: Gatekeeping information in the digital age💬 LIVE AUDIENCE HIGHLIGHTS1:29:00 – Is the left truly anti-capitalist—or just anti-success?1:31:38 – AI actors: Should Hollywood resurrect legends like Marilyn Monroe?1:32:42 – Can armed citizens realistically resist modern military power?1:33:24 – Would soldiers even turn weapons on their own citizens?1:37:30 – Why is military analysis drawing viewers back?1:38:32 – Were Soviets too “altruistic” to nuke Afghanistan?1:39:32 – Can Trump execute foreign policy effectively—or make things worse?1:40:19 – Could Iran’s regime collapse lead to guerrilla terrorism?1:41:40 – F-35 shot down: real or misinformation?1:43:15 – What would it take for Cuba to become a free society?1:44:27 – Trump’s Ukraine policy: what’s wrong from an Objectivist view?1:47:35 – No 2nd Amendment under communism—what does that mean in practice?1:48:52 – Which innovators deserve to be immortalized in art?1:50:02 – Joe Kent investigation: what does it reveal about government power?#oilmarkets #EnergyCrisis #Geopolitics #GoldMarket #Cuba #FreeMarkets #Capitalism #UkraineWar #iranwar #Iran #WarUpdate #EconomicCrisis #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](https://www.patreon.com/YaronBrookShow)[Sponsor the Show]([email protected]/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel](https://YouTube.com/@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.

Live Mar 18, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show(Season 12 - Episode 53)War Update; Jones Act; Cesar Chavez; Robots; mRNA; Giving Pledge | Yaron Brook Show🔥 War, Wealth & Work: The Moral Confusion Driving America—From Shipping Laws to Silicon Valley PhilanthropyWar abroad. Stagnation at home. And a culture that increasingly punishes success while rewarding mediocrity.In this explosive episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron Brook breaks down the latest war developments, exposes the economic destruction caused by the Jones Act, and takes on the legacy of Cesar Chavez—a figure far more controversial than the history books admit.But that’s just the beginning.From the rise of robots and the future of human productivity… to the promise (and fear) surrounding mRNA technology… to the moral contradictions behind the Giving Pledge led by billionaires like Bill Gates and Warren Buffett—this episode connects the dots between economics, technology, and morality.And in the second half, the audience goes all in—raising questions about authoritarianism, gun rights, Iran, free speech, cultural decay, and the deep psychological roots of anti-self-interest.If you want clarity in a world driven by contradictions—this episode delivers.Watch now & Share: https://youtube.com/live/X9Wvm6_Q_es ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS01:50 – Correction03:45 – War Update: What’s really happening—and what should happen51:40 – The Jones Act: Protectionism destroying American efficiency55:55 – Cesar Chavez: Hero…or something else?1:06:45 – Robots: Threat or liberation?1:12:55 – mRNA: Science, fear, and misinformation1:18:10 – The Giving Pledge: Altruism or moral confusion?💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS (HIGHLIGHTS)1:31:36 – Are toxic workplaces a cultural problem of rewarding conformity over excellence?1:33:48 – Should Objectivists support war with Iran on pragmatic grounds?1:47:04 – Are guns truly a safeguard against authoritarianism?1:49:09 – Is the center-left the real audience for Objectivism?1:51:12 – Why does hatred of self-interest turn deadly in history?1:54:22 – Do repressed societies produce power-hungry dictators?1:57:25 – Will the U.S. act alone to secure global trade routes?2:01:41 – Should technology prevent citizens from evading a military draft?2:05:55 – Why are “clean” conservative areas less innovative—and chaotic cities more creative?2:08:51 – Why support intervention but oppose ground troops?2:11:23 – Would regime change in Iran justify full invasion?2:16:48 – How should you prepare financially for global catastrophe?See pinned comment for timestamps of additional questions#Geopolitics #IranWar #FreeMarkets #JonesAct #RoboticsFuture #mRNA #Philosophy #Capitalism #Objectivism #WarUpdate #Objectivism #Iran #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](https://www.patreon.com/YaronBrookShow)[Sponsor the Show]([email protected]/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel](https://YouTube.com/@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.

Live Mar 17, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show- Season 12, Episode 52 -Winning in Iran; Cuba; Ehrlich Dead; Tucker | Yaron Brook Show🎯 War, Weakness, and Delusion: Iran, Cuba, and the Collapse of Bad IdeasWhat does it mean to win a war—and are we finally seeing it in Iran?In this explosive episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron cuts through the noise on the Iran conflict, dismantles the myths surrounding Cuba, takes aim at the legacy of Paul Ehrlich, and exposes the intellectual bankruptcy behind Tucker Carlson’s latest takes.From foreign policy to cultural decay, this episode connects the dots between bad ideas and real-world consequences—and asks the question too few are willing to confront: What happens when a civilization loses the will to defend itself?If you want clarity on Iran, honesty about socialism, and a ruthless critique of today’s intellectual landscape—this is the episode you can’t afford to miss.Watch now: https://youtube.com/live/5j25aeSl_AY⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS03:10 – Winning in Iran: What victory actually looks like45:40 – Cuba: The enduring failure of socialism50:45 – Ehrlich Dead: The legacy of anti-human environmentalism1:03:55 – Tucker Carlson: Isolationism, populism, and bad philosophy💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS - Highlights1:13:49 – Decentralized war strategy: strength or chaos in Iran?1:15:42 – Trump’s economic future: contradiction or coherence?1:17:15 – Understanding nihilism: can you reason with it?1:18:33 – Western nations welcoming the Ayatollahs—why?1:19:33 – Will casualties in Iran politically damage Trump?1:21:34 – Is it time to call out isolationists?1:21:57 – How should we deal with morally flawed people?1:24:49 – Iran’s financial collapse: real or rumor?1:26:01 – Anti-Semitism in academia and media1:27:22 – Ethics of life insurance without consent1:29:17 – Are emotions evidence—or obstacles?1:32:52 – Risk of rogue uranium in a collapsing IranSee pinned comment for timestamps of additional questions #IranWar #cubanews  #WarUpdate #ForeignPolicy #CubaSocialism #PaulEhrlich #TuckerCarlson #Capitalism #Objectivism #FreeMarkets #WarAndPeace #Iran #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](https://www.patreon.com/YaronBrookShow)[Sponsor the Show]([email protected]/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel](https://YouTube.com/@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.

Live Mar 11, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 51Live From Prospera -- Charter Cities; War Update | Yaron Brook ShowCharter Cities, War & the Future of Freedom — Can New Societies Outrun Political Collapse? What if the future of freedom isn’t reforming broken countries—but building entirely new ones from scratch?Broadcasting live from Prospera, Yaron Brook explores one of the most radical experiments in governance today: Charter Cities—places designed to escape the failures of modern politics and unleash economic and human flourishing.But while innovators build new societies, the world is simultaneously drifting toward conflict and political chaos. In this episode Yaron tackles the latest war developments, the cultural and intellectual battles shaping the West, and the rising tensions driving politics at home and abroad.From the future of governance and AI to rising antisemitism and the psychology of fear, this episode is a wide-ranging and provocative look at the ideas shaping the next era of civilization.Expect bold takes on:• Why Charter Cities like Prospera may represent the future of governance• The latest war developments and global strategy shifts• Cultural decay, rising hatred, and why reason is under attack• AI and the future of intelligence as a utility• Trump, sanctions, oil politics, and the strategic landscape• Why abandoning reason is the fastest path to societal collapseAnd, as always, Yaron takes on a wide range of live audience questions—from geopolitics and economics to philosophy and psychology.If you're interested in freedom, capitalism, and the survival of Western civilization, this episode is for you.🎥 Watch the full episode here: https://youtube.com/live/41Ihwv_d2H4⏱️ Timestamps - Main Topics00:00 Introduction02:10 Live From Prospera — The Charter City Experiment27:55 War Update: Global Strategy & Regional Tensions52:30 The Bret Weinstein Phenomenon1:02:10 Upcoming Shows & Events💬 Live Audience Questions1:03:22 Are anxiety and neurosis the result of avoiding pain and failure?1:04:45 Israel shifting from deterrence to dismantling threats1:11:12 Could the U.S. see political violence after future elections?1:12:46 Trump's temporary removal of Russian oil sanctions1:15:14 Will Washington State’s millionaire tax actually cause damage?1:19:42 Sam Altman: Will intelligence become a utility like electricity?1:21:04 Why does the world tolerate evil but condemn self-defense?1:22:12 Can societies that reject reason survive long term?1:22:41 Why is abolishing the welfare state still taboo?1:24:03 Why is hatred trending among young people online?1:25:43 Is the right to bear arms necessary to overthrow tyranny?1:28:57 How are individual rights actually enforced in a society?1:29:53 Could an Objectivist society emerge in Prospera?1:31:02 What are the most successful companies in Prospera?1:32:11 Trump’s ability to sabotage even accidental successes1:32:22 Could Iran accelerate nuclear development after recent strikes?1:33:24 Can collectivist cultures still produce economic success?1:34:47 Inside Yaron’s course on corporations at ARI1:35:34 How quickly can societies collapse into totalitarianism?1:36:41 Which Iranian regions might break away first?1:37:20 Is there hope for rational energy arguments in populist circles?1:38:42 Why Trump governs by impulse rather than thought1:39:03 Why are some people in denial of reality?1:39:41 Did Iran help plan October 7?1:40:11 How could war weaponry become cheaper?1:41:00 The most important act of change begins with the mirror1:41:14 Was the missile strike on the girls school Iranian?1:42:29 Why surrendering arms invites tyranny1:43:08 A surprising limitation of modern AI1:43:43 Will Congress approve the war?#CharterCities #Prospera #WarUpdate #Geopolitics #Capitalism #Objectivism #AIfuture #Iran #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](https://www.patreon.com/YaronBrookShow)[Sponsor the Show]([email protected]/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel](https://YouTube.com/@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.

Live Mar 11, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 509/11 & Iran War; Oil; Taiwan; WA Taxes; More | Yaron Brook Show9/11 Lessons Ignored? Iran War, Oil Shock, Taiwan Risk & America’s Economic ContradictionsWhat if the biggest lesson of 9/11 is the one policymakers still refuse to learn?In this explosive episode of the The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron Brook connects the dots between the Iran war, oil geopolitics, Taiwan tensions, tax policy, welfare fraud, and the housing crisis—revealing the deeper ideas driving today’s political chaos.Are we repeating the same strategic mistakes that led to decades of failed Middle East policy?Could an Iran war reshape global oil markets?Is Taiwan the next geopolitical flashpoint?And why do governments keep expanding welfare and taxation while housing becomes unaffordable?From foreign policy to economics to philosophy, this episode exposes the contradictions shaping the world in 2026.🔥 If you want clarity instead of headlines, this is the conversation you need to hear.Watch the full episode: https://youtube.com/live/Nlz41J0yh_0⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro00:55 9/11, Iran War & Lessons Ignored50:10 Taiwan & the Next Great Power Conflict56:20 Washington State Taxes & Economic Consequences1:03:15 Private Credit & Financial Risk1:09:35 Welfare Fraud & the Incentives of the Welfare State1:19:00 Housing Crisis & Why Prices Keep Rising💬 AUDIENCE QUESTIONS1:34:06 Is nuclear power coming back to power AI—and did Alex Epstein help make it happen?1:35:37 Did Trump think Iran would collapse like Venezuela after a quick bombing campaign?1:37:45 “Déjà-poo”: Why do political mistakes keep repeating?1:38:18 Have you visited Guangzhou? Is China’s development genuinely impressive?1:39:29 Can Trump actually succeed in an Iran war without long-term strategy?1:40:22 What do you think of Tom Bilyeu discussing Ayn Rand and Atlas Shrugged on his podcast?1:40:55 Thoughts on The Sky Is Ours1:42:10 Could Iran destroy its own oil infrastructure if it starts losing the war?1:42:33 Where can I read the Objectivist theory of individual rights?1:46:02 Could the Federal Reserve cut rates because of war and rising oil prices?1:47:30 Why is mainstream media coverage of the war so pessimistic?1:48:01 What do you think of David Deutsch and his attempt to define rational epistemology?See pinned comment for full questions#IranWar #IsraelIranConflict #MiddleEastWar #RegimeChange #NATO #USForeignPolicy #Capitalism #OilMarkets #TaiwanCrisis #HousingCrisis #WelfareStateThe 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](https://www.patreon.com/YaronBrookShow)[Sponsor the Show]([email protected]/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel](https://YouTube.com/@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 )Check out my top picks for movies, music, books and more. [Yaron's Favorites](https://www.YaronBrookShow.com) or [Discord]( https://discord.gg/VqqhAqQ2n6) to find all my top choices!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.

Live Mar 10, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 49War; Drones; Oil; ISIS; Piers Morgan; New AI; Nuclear; Flying Cars | Yaron Brook ShowWar with Iran? Drones, Oil, ISIS, Nuclear Escalation & the Tech Revolution—What Happens Next? The world feels like it’s accelerating toward chaos. War tensions rise, drones redefine the battlefield, oil politics shape global power, and nuclear risks loom in the background. At the same time, artificial intelligence breakthroughs and flying cars promise a technological revolution.In this episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron breaks down the moral, political, and strategic implications of the week’s biggest developments—from Middle East conflict and Iranian strategy to the cultural influence of figures like Piers Morgan and the rapid evolution of AI.Is the world sliding toward greater conflict—or standing on the edge of unprecedented technological progress?Yaron also takes live audience questions on everything from MAGA politics and Iran’s internal stability to Ukraine, China, homelessness policy, and the future of Objectivism.If you want a clear moral and philosophical framework for understanding today's geopolitical chaos—this episode is essential viewing.Watch, comment, and share your perspective below. https://youtube.com/live/UFMokN0W0rU⏱️ Episode Timeline01:20 War: Escalation, strategy, and what comes next28:25 Drones: The technology transforming modern warfare34:10 Oil: Energy, geopolitics, and global power45:10 ISIS: Is the threat returning?50:25 New AI: The next wave of intelligence technology55:10 Nuclear: Risks, deterrence, and global stability56:30 Flying Cars: Sci-fi becoming reality59:30 Piers Morgan: Media narratives and influence💬 Live Audience Questions1:08:46 Thank You, Yaron!1:08:59 If markets boom under Trump, does MAGA gain credibility despite destructive policies?1:09:58 What would most quickly demoralize supporters of Iran’s Islamic Republic? Collapse or surrender?1:14:13 Do political commentators eventually believe their own lies—or know it’s all a performance?1:15:11 Would forcibly placing homeless individuals into shelters violate rights?1:16:21 After MAGA fades, how could Objectivism rise politically?1:16:57 Tomahawk or cruise missiles—what’s the difference?1:17:09 What is Iran’s real strategy against Israel and the region?1:18:03 Xi Jinping’s call for ethnic unity—sign of rising fascism?1:18:33 Ukraine advances—how might Putin respond?1:18:59 Ibrahim Traoré bans political parties—are parties necessary or harmful?1:19:58 If Iran targets tankers in Hormuz, what weapons pose the biggest threat?1:21:26 Best order to study Objectivism courses again?1:22:02 Could resistance inside Iran be supported remotely?1:22:57 Iranian women football players granted asylum—what does it say about the regime?1:23:19 Is it worse if Congress refuses war—or if a president bypasses Congress?#IranWar #IsraelIranConflict #MiddleEastWar #RegimeChange #NATO #USForeignPolicy #Capitalism #DroneWarfare #OilMarkets #ArtificialIntelligence #NuclearThreat #UkraineWar #techfutureThe 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](https://www.patreon.com/YaronBrookShow)[Sponsor the Show]([email protected]/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel](https://YouTube.com/@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 )Check out my top picks for movies, music, books and more. [Yaron's Favorites](https://www.YaronBrookShow.com) or [Discord]( https://discord.gg/VqqhAqQ2n6) to find all my top choices!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.

Live Mar 9, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12 - Episode 48New Supreme Leader; War Update; Taxes & Welfare state; Housing; Tucker | Yaron Brook ShowIran After the Ayatollah: War, Welfare, Housing, and the Rise of the New Right The Middle East may be entering a historic turning point.With a new Supreme Leader emerging in Iran, the war against the Iranian regime enters a dangerous new phase. What happens next? Will the regime collapse—or double down?On this episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron breaks down the latest war developments, Hezbollah’s role, and the strategic mistakes that created decades of “forever wars.” He also dives into the deeper ideological battles shaping today’s politics—from the failure of the welfare state to the housing crisis, and the disturbing rise of right-wing anti-Semitism pushed by figures like Tucker Carlson.Why has the welfare state failed to eliminate poverty?Why are housing prices exploding?Why is the new populist right flirting with ideas that echo the worst ideologies of the 20th century?And what would it actually take to defeat the Iranian regime once and for all?🔥 Yaron answers these questions and more in a wide-ranging episode that connects war, politics, economics, and ideology.If you want clarity about what’s happening in the world right now—this episode delivers it.⏱️ MAIN TOPICS05:05 New Supreme Leader 19:55 War Update 39:40 Hezbollah 48:10 Taxes & Welfare state 54:00 Housing 1:01:35 Tucker💬 AUDIENCE QUESTIONS1:15:37 – “Forever War” Strategy: Were Iraq and Afghanistan distractions from confronting Iran?1:18:42 – Hitler and the Nature of Evil: Why didn’t Hitler personally attend the Wannsee Conference or visit concentration camps?1:21:33 – Trump vs Spain: Is banning trade with Spain a justified response?1:22:46 – Biography of Iran’s Late Supreme Leader: What shaped the man who ruled Iran for decades?1:23:33 – The Iranian Revolution: Could a future show explore the history behind it?1:23:51 – Opening the Strait of Hormuz: What would it actually take militarily?1:25:12 – Welfare vs Poverty: Do Democrats believe welfare can eliminate poverty?1:28:16 – Depression vs Nihilism: How does someone move from despair to destructive nihilism?1:29:24 – The Politics of Taxing the Rich: How the logic of redistribution spreads.1:30:11 – Housing Policy: Would restricting corporations from buying homes lower prices?1:31:08 – Supporting the Show: A listener shares their vaccine study payment with the show.1:31:51 – Religion and War: If God exists, why the silence amid so much death?1:33:01 – Objectivist Movement History: Were there political intrigues surrounding Leonard Peikoff’s succession?1:34:56 – Regime Change in Iran: Why haven’t Iranians risen up yet?1:35:39 – Anti-Semitism on the Right: Is it simply a modern form of Nazism?1:36:53 – Expert Interviews: Why conversations with specialists matter.1:37:10 – Tucker Carlson’s Incentives: What does he gain from amplifying anti-Semitic narratives?1:37:56 – Supreme Court & Tariffs: Was the ruling too weak to stop Trump’s economic nationalism?1:38:51 – The Charlie Kirk Assassination: What does it mean when intellectuals are targeted for their ideas?1:40:18 – Right vs Left: Is today’s right becoming more dangerous than the left?1:41:23 – Regime Change in Iran: Would dismantling the IRGC be necessary?#IranWar #IsraelIranConflict #MiddleEastWar #RegimeChange #NATO #USForeignPolicy #Capitalism #WelfareState #HousingCrisis #TuckerCarlson #IranRegimeThe 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](https://www.patreon.com/YaronBrookShow)[Sponsor the Show]([email protected]/)[One-time donation](https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJ)Join the [Yaron Brook Show YouTube channel](https://YouTube.com/@YaronBrook)  Like what you hear? 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📺  Live March 9, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show InterviewsBonus Episode Season 12, Episode 7Conversation with Andrew Fox -- Iran War, Gaza | Yaron Brook ShowFrontline Intelligence: Iran’s War, Gaza’s Lessons, and the Future of Modern Conflict What is really happening in the Iran war—and where could it lead?In this special interview episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron sits down with frontline conflict researcher Andrew Fox to break down the strategic realities behind the headlines.Fox has visited Gaza, Hezbollah tunnel networks in Lebanon, and the front lines in Ukraine, giving him rare insight into how modern conflicts actually unfold. In this conversation, Yaron and Andrew analyze the military and geopolitical dynamics shaping the Iran war and what the long-term consequences might be.They discuss:• Could the war lead to regime change in Iran?• How serious is Iran’s nuclear ambition?• What role could Hezbollah play in escalating the conflict?• Could Iran threaten the Strait of Hormuz and global energy markets?• What strategic role is China playing?• What the Gaza war teaches about the future of urban warfareFox’s experience—from service in the British Army to teaching at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst—offers a unique perspective on how military professionals assess modern warfare.If you want serious strategic analysis beyond media narratives, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.⏱️ Episode Timeline00:40 Who Is Andrew Fox?02:00 Iran War: What’s Really Happening05:05 Could This Lead to Regime Change in Iran?10:20 Iran’s Nuclear Goal — How Close Are They?12:55 Iran’s Missile Capabilities14:30 The Strait of Hormuz — Could It Be Shut Down?22:05 US & Israel Military Capabilities24:05 China’s Strategic Calculations26:50 Will Hezbollah Join the War?30:55 Possible Long-Term Outcomes33:30 The Role of Gulf States53:10 Lessons From Gaza: The Future of Urban WarfareAbout Andrew FoxAndrew Fox is a frontline conflict researcher and former Major in the Parachute Regiment of the British Army, where he served for 16 years (2005–2021). During his military career he completed three tours in Afghanistan—including one embedded with U.S. Army Special Forces—as well as deployments in Bosnia, Northern Ireland, and the Middle East. He later served as a senior lecturer at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, teaching war studies, military theory, and leadership to officer cadets.Andrew now specializes in defense analysis, Middle East conflict, and the psychology of disinformation. He is a Senior Associate Fellow at the Henry Jackson Society and has conducted field research in Gaza, Hezbollah tunnel networks in Lebanon, and the front lines in Ukraine. A frequent media contributor and author, he has appeared on outlets including Fox News, BBC Newsnight, and Sky News, and his work has been published in The Spectator, The Daily Telegraph, and the New York Post.Andrew Fox Links-- Official website: https://www.andrewfox.online/-- Henry Jackson Society:  https://www.henryjacksonsociety.org#iranwar  #gazagenocide  #gazawar #ukrainewar #hamas #unitednations #MiddleEastWar#IsraelIranConflict #MilitaryStrategy #WarAnalysis #HezbollahThe 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]([email protected]/)[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 )Check out my top picks for movies, music, books and more. [Yaron's Favorites](https://www.YaronBrookShow.com) or [Discord](   / discord  ) to find all my top choices!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.