Five Minutes With Robert Nasir

In which Amy returns!  Robert & Amy discuss The Apprentice, The Trillionaire, Blood, UNIVAC, Boy George, positivity, what is (and isn't) a threat, and the joy and value of complaining!

In which Amy recuperates, and Robert holds down the fort with your comments and questions! A brief discussion of the last six, and sixty, and six thousand years ... and the next! What to celebrate, what to anticipate. Also, the Idolatry Update, live from Studio One!

In which Amy & Robert discuss how to not be cynical, as an Objectivist, and as a human being. Ambition and engagement in an imperfect world. Also, Brooklyn, Dylan, and Victoria vs. Columbia ... it's complicated!

In which Robert & Amy wish you a Happy Mother's Day, and discuss life, religion, and Objectivism. Also, the joy of moms ("clean your room!"), railroads, and a Happy Birthday to Bono, Donovan, and the great Fred Astaire!

In which Robert & Amy do the math. Plus, a Big Announcement! Also, Machiavelli, Charity, Trebor, The Kentucky Derby, and Lemonade Stands ... and D.O.A.: Words - Action = Zero: earning what you want, asking for what you want, getting what you want.

In which Robert & Amy talk about you. And I. The virtue of selfishness; tips on minding your business, getting what you want, being who you are. And having a nice day. How (and why) to integrate passion and equanimity. Happy Birthday, Marcus Aurelius ... Stoicism and Objectivism. Ludwig Wittgenstein and Melania Trump (56). World Intellectual Property Day, Garage Day, No-Makeup Day ... and your com...

In which we talk about the past, the future, and this moment right now. Also, War, TV, Music, Sport, Food, Friends, Parties, and what matters most.

In which we celebrate Amy Easter, as the stars align and Amy turns [Forever Young], no resurrection required, and ARTEMIS II approaches the Far Side Of The Moon! Also, lots more Happy Birthdays, the "Happy" guy, what war is good for, Deep Dish Pizza Day, and George Washington exercises the first presidential veto ... remember the olde days, when Congress used to pass legislation for the President...

In which Robert & Amy discuss war, peace, heroes, spies, leadership, anti-natalism, and life. Also, Vangelis, Xena, Star Trek (DS9), and Happy Piano Day ... the 88th day of the year!

In which Robert & Amy chat about Virtue Ethics for Fun & Profit ... how to think about morals (and how not to)! "Good? Bad? I'm the guy with the gun." Also, The Stamp Act, cheers to Beer & Wine (thanks, FDR!), why blondes have more fun (and do they, really?), and Happy Future Birthday to Captain James T. Kirk!

Robert & Amy share a baker's half-dozen ways to live large! Also, spring's coming (or autumn for ya'all south of the equator), St. Paddy's in two days ... and bloodletting as deliciously selfish!

In which Robert & Amy examine Justice, and The Primacy of Values and conclude ... you look marvelous! The first duty of justice. The practical win-win nature of compliments. Building a house versus knocking one down. Why war is more than "killing people and breaking things" ... what are we fighting for? Applauding virtues and values, ignoring mistakes and missteps, fighting lethargy and evil. Stra...

In which Robert Tracinski runs for Congress! An interview with candidate Tracinski ... including your questions! Why Rob Tracinski is running in Virginia's 5th Congressional District (currently represented by John McGuire, Republican), and what he intends to accomplish. Tracinski is also the author of the recently published Dictator from Day One: How Donald Trump is Overthrowing the Constitution a...

How to Win Enemies and Influence Ne'er-do-wells. (And everyone else!) Robert & Amy discuss strategies for success when dealing with allies and adversaries. Ayn Rand's letter to Dashiell Hammett (fiction writer and Communist ... in that order). Also, Galileo (Galileo Figaro!), Cinderella, Zangara, Lewis, Seymour, Groening, and a Valentines Day recap.

In which Robert & Amy fight Chaos with Order, fight The Irrational with Reason, fight evil & vices with values & virtues. How to change the world with just one small change in focus ... and have a great time in the process. Love, affection, kindness ... for others, and for oneself. Why choosing to take The higher Ground ... properly understood ... is a success strategy. Also, Mary Queen Of Scots (...

Join us (and Ask Us Anything!) as we celebrate Randsday Eve! Robert & Amy discuss current events (except for that one) and answer your questions (well, anything that that)! Also, the OED, Groundhog Day, National Freedom Day, Groundhog Day, and Happy Randsday Eve ... celebrate your fine self! (Also, tomorrow is Groundhog Day!)

Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism, as a Source and System of Wisdom. Wisdom vs. knowledge. Metaphysics and gratitude. Rationality and equanimity. The primacy of values. The Three C's of Capitalism: Creation, Cooperation, Competition. Purposeful action. Being right in order to live right (versus chasing distractions, experiencing trivial (non-)victories, winning arguments). The value of debate, co...

What can one do? Let's have a war! Blind followers and blind rebels. "21st Century Schizoid Man." Something must be done. Beans on toast.  Robert & Amy address current events (for a change)!

Join Robert & Amy as we speak with Catherine Dickerson, an educator, long-time Objectivist, and Parent Effectiveness Training Instructor and Expert. We'll discuss Dr. Thomas Gordon's Parent Effectiveness Training, what the Gordon Training approach has to offer parents and others, and Catherine's upcoming course, 9 weekly sessions, beginning Tuesday, February 3, ending Tuesday, March 31!

In which Robert & Amy celebrate the New Year and join the movement to make 2026 The Year Of Selfishness! Celebrate your fine self, and make 2026 Your Best Year Yet! Reliving The Me Decade in a year. Looking back on 2025, and looking forward to a new year of virtues, values, and living large! Also, Pooh, Braille, Stipe, how to think about news, trends, war, and general mayhem in the culture. It's t...

In which Robert & Amy celebrate the season, share our favorites for the holidays, and ask you to share your faves & traditions too! Films, music, fiction, audiobooks, traditions. Also, Basketball, Samuel L. Jackson, and Keifer Sutherland. Is Die Hard a Christmas Movie? (Maybe not, but here's one that is!) And just this once ... DON'T Make Your Bed. Look sharp, friends ... Santa Claus is coming to...

In which Robert & Amy say, Do All The Things!!! ...and ask your advice. Keep saying Yes! Explorers, Performers, Weddings, Weekends & Holidays, Christmas, and the Festival of Lights. Upping your adventurousness and risk tolerance the easy way ... just say YES!

In which Robert & Amy opt out of yelling at clouds, and Let It Snow ... 'cause the haters gonna hate, hate, hate, hate, hate ... people gonna people ... Mel Robbins' and "The Let Them Theory".  Holiday Nights.   Gail Wynand and "love is exception making" ... lovers as friends?  'Tis the Season for Equanimity AND Discernment in 2025.  Also, Bernini, Letters, and Robert joins The C.I.A.!

Toughening up for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Eve!  Do NOT put up with ingratitude and unkindness anymore!  Demand gratitude & good will ... the Thanksgiving & Christmas Spirit.  Driving the bus.  Being the kindly brontosaurus.  Also, Galileo, DaVinci, Football, Meteors, Dessert ... and Robert & Amy's Anniversary Report.  Christmas songs you need in your life.  Finally, an Attitude of A...

In which Robert & Amy discuss their upcoming Wedding Anniversary (25 on the 25th!), the upcoming holidays, gift-giving (and receiving), adventure, romance, and the joy of cape-walking. Also, Happy National Espresso Day ... tip a cuppa!