The Daily Objective

Repeated lockdowns have devastated cities around the world. Businesses have been destroyed, and entire industries will take years to recover. In this episode of The Daily Objective, Mark Pellegrino & Rucka discuss the future of cities in a post-lockdown world. Support the show

On this episode of The Daily Objective, Rucka and Josh Dickson discuss President Biden's inauguration, and whether there's reason for hope for the next four years. Support the show

In his inaugural address, President Biden spoke of "unity." Is unity a worthwhile goal? What would America look like if this goal was achieved? Mark Pellegrino and Jonathan Hoenig discuss, in today's episode of The Daily Objective. Support the show

Today is the final day of Donald Trump's disastrous presidency. On this episode of The Daily Objective, Rucka will discuss the past 4 years, and what impact Trump's years in office might have on the future. Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/ Support the show

Many on the left accuse those who don't share their views of being white supremacists. But what happens when some individuals on the "other side" aren't white? The Washington Post gave the answer last week, with the term "Multiracial Whiteness," which appeared in the headline of a story about Trump supporters. Mark Pellegrino and Rucka discuss this recent development in the left's version of the E...

In the past few weeks and months, we've seen worrying trends emerge in American culture and politics. Jonathan and James discuss recent events, and what they mean for the future, in today's episode of The Daily Objective. Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/ Support the show

An opinion piece written by Ben Shapiro, and published on Politico, has social media "justice" warriors up in arms. As the Overton Window narrows, an increasing number of people and views are falling outside its boundaries. Mark Pellegrino and Rucka discuss where this trend might be heading, on today's episode of The Daily Objective. Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynra...

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In recent days, Twitter has banned its most famous user, President Donald Trump. Following the social media platform's move, tech companies such as Apple, Google and Amazon have removed Parler from their services. Mark Pellegrino and Rucka discuss recent events, the claim of "censorship," and whether there's a real reason for concern. Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynr...

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What ideas brought the storming of the Capitol, and what are its effects going to be in American society and Politics? Jonathan Hoenig, Mark Pellegrino, Nikos and Razi discuss, on this episode of The Daily Objective. Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/ Support the show

As the UK is entering its 3rd lockdown, YouTube removes a mainstream news’ station for airing lockdown sceptics, and the leader of the opposition requires emergency legislation to deal with the anti-vaccine campaigners. Nikos and Rucka discuss in today’s episode of The Daily Objective. Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/ SHOW LESS Support the...

Rucka & Nikos discuss last night's Senate elections in Georgia, as well as President Trump's continued campaign to undermine the American system of government. Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/ Support the show

Nikos and Rucka  discuss the lessons to be drawn from the delay in the distribution of the vaccines, and what they indicate for the nature of states and their bureaucracies. Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/ Support the show

Jonathan Hoenig and Rucka share their predictions for 2021, in the first episode of The Daily Objective this year. Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/ Support the show

In the last episode of The Daily Objective for 2020, all four co-hosts - Mark Pellegrino, Jonathan Hoenig, Rucka, and Nikos, share their thoughts on the past year and answer questions from the live chat. Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/ Support the show

Rucka and Nikos discuss the most important lessons they've learned over the past year. Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/ Support the show

Following a year of unprecedented abuse of power by Western governments, what can we expect next year? Are lockdowns a setback for promoting reason and liberty, or are they an opportunity? ARCUK Academic Advisor Nikos Sotirakopoulos and Director Razi Ginzberg discuss, on this episode of The Daily Objective. Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/...

With the UK's lockdown restrictions being updated frequently and quickly, and "nonessential" shops closed in much of the country, many were unable to do their Christmas shopping in brick-and-mortar stores. On today's episode of The Daily Objective, Jonathan Hoenig and Rucka discuss how online retailers have helped maintain a semblance of the holiday spirit despite lockdown. Consider supporting our...

Today on The Daily Objective, Nikos and Mark get in the festive spirit by reviewing the beautiful Christmas special from Leonard Peikoff’s radio show of the 1990s. Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/ Support the show

Today on The Daily Objective, Rucka and Nikos discuss the new draconian measures in the UK, the travel bans, and what they signify for 2021. Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/ Support the show

Governments around the world are dealing with the question of how the first limited stock of vaccines should be rationed. Beyond being a logistical question, this is one also involving an ethical evaluation. “The elderly and healthcare workers”, seems to be the unanimous answer. Rucka and Mark discuss in today’s episode of The Daily Objective. Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: htt...

On today's episode of The Daily Objective, Nikos and Jonathan will be joined by James Stevens Valliant to discuss more misrepresenters of Objectivism: The Atlas Shrugged movies. Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/ Support the show

‘-You Objectivists give gifts? That’s an altruistic act. Check mate!‘. Mark, Jonathan and Rucka elaborate on why the above popular take is wrong and why gift-giving is compatible with rational selfishness’. Consider supporting our work by becoming a member: https://aynrandcentre.co.uk/membership/ Support the show