The Rational Egoist

The Rational Egoist: Exploring Criminal Justice Reform with Michael Lawlor Join host Michael Leibowitz in engaging discussions with Professor Michael Lawlor, a prominent figure in criminal justice reform, as they delve into the complexities of the prison system. Drawing from his extensive experience in the Connecticut legislature and his role as Governor Dannel P. Malloy's Undersecretary for C...

The Rational Egoist: Understanding the Motivation and Psychology of Conspiracy Theorists with Dr. Ricky Green Join host Michael Leibowitz in engaging conversations with experts as they delve into the intriguing world of conspiracy theories. In this thought-provoking podcast, Michael interviews Dr. Ricky Green, a Post-doctoral Research Associate specialising in the relationships between attachment...

The Rational Egoist: Exploring Relationships, Sex, and Romantic Love with Jason Stotts Join host Michael Leibowitz in engaging conversations with registered psychotherapist and philosopher Jason Stotts, as they delve into the intricate dynamics of relationships, sex, and romantic love. In this thought-provoking podcast, Michael and Jason discuss how our innate need for social interaction, despite...

The Rational Egoist: Unraveling the Federal Indictment of Donald Trump with Prof. Ilya Somin. Join host Michael Leibowitz in an insightful conversation with Professor Ilya Somin as they delve into the complex details surrounding the federal indictment of former President Donald Trump. In this thought-provoking episode, they explore the events leading up to the indictment, specifically focusing on...

The Rational Egoist: Free Speech, FBI, and the Federal Indictment Join host Michael Liebowitz in thought-provoking discussions on "The Rational Egoist" podcast, where he engages with renowned criminal defense and civil liberties litigator, Harvey Silverglate. In this episode, Michael and Harvey delve into the fascinating realms of free speech, the FBI, and the federal indictment of Donal...

The Rational Egoist: Exploring Ayn Rand and Ludwig von Mises with Matthew McManus Join host Michael Liebowitz in thought-provoking conversations on The Rational Egoist podcast, as he delves into the philosophies and ideas of two influential thinkers: Ayn Rand and Ludwig von Mises. In this episode, Michael is joined by Matthew McManus, a Political Science lecturer at the University of Michigan and...

The Rational Egoist: Exploring Utilitarian Ethics with Michael Leibowitz and Matthew Adelstein Join host Michael Leibowitz in "The Rational Egoist" podcast as he delves into the world of utilitarian ethics alongside Matthew Adelstein, a 19-year-old blogger known as Bentham's Bulldog. In this thought-provoking discussion, Michael and Matthew explore the core tenets of utilitarianism,...

The Psychology of Conspiracy Theories: Unmasking Beliefs and Implications with Joseph Ucinski In this enlightening episode, Michael and Professor Ucinski dive deep into the intriguing world of conspiracy theories. They begin by defining what constitutes a conspiracy theory, highlighting the sensationalism and false assumptions often associated with them. They emphasise that while going against con...

In this thought-provoking episode of "The Rational Egoist," your host Michael Liebowitz engages in a compelling conversation with Tom Pentalow, a retired police officer with over two decades of experience. Tom's journey from a challenging upbringing, surrounded by financial struggles as a single mother raised five children, to becoming a police officer sets the stage for an introspec...

The Rational Egoist: Exploring Objectivism, Austrian Economics, and the Path to a Freer Society with Keith Weiner Join Michael Liebowitz and Dr. Keith Weiner in "The Rational Egoist" podcast as they delve into the realms of Austrian economics, and the pursuit of individual liberty. They dissect prevalent economic theories, challenge conventional wisdom, and explore the principles that un...

The Rational Egoist with Michael Liebowitz: Exploring Conspiracy Theories with Rod Dacombe Join host Michael Liebowitz as he delves into the world of conspiracy theories with special guest Rod Dacombe, a renowned lecturer in Politics at King's College, London. In this thought-provoking episode, Michael and Rod dissect the intriguing nature of conspiracy theories and their impact on society. T...

The Rational Egoist with Michael Liebowitz: Challenging the Notion of Addiction as a Disease with Dr. Jeffrey Schaler In this thought-provoking episode of "The Rational Egoist," your host Michael Liebowitz engages in a stimulating conversation with renowned psychologist and author Dr. Jeffrey Schaler. Together, they challenge the prevailing idea that addiction is a disease and delve into...

Unveiling the Chaos: Prison Life and its Impact with Chandra Bozelco Description: In this episode of "The Rational Egoist," host Michael Liebowitz engages in a thought-provoking conversation with esteemed guest Chandra Bozelco, a columnist and former inmate with a unique perspective on prison life. Drawing from her personal experiences and her acclaimed blog "Prison Diaries," C...

The Rational Egoist with Michael Liebowitz: Exploring Objectivism, Broken Cultures, and Injustice In this thought-provoking episode of "The Rational Egoist," host Michael Liebowitz engages in a captivating conversation with Nicholas Provenzo, an Objectivist and attorney, delving into topics such as Ayn Rand's philosophy of Objectivism, the consequences of broken cultures, and the pre...

Navigating the Mental Health System: Coercion, Rights, and Freedom Join Michael Liebowitz in a thought-provoking conversation with Kathy Flaherty, Executive Director of the Connecticut Legal Rights Project, as they delve into the complexities of the mental health system and its impact on individuals. In this episode of "The Rational Egoist," Michael and Kathy discuss the psychological pr...

The Rational Egoist: Debating Objectivist Ethics with Professor Michael Huemer and Host Michael Liebowitz Welcome this episode of "The Rational Egoist," a stimulating podcast with host Michael Liebowitz, where philosophical concepts, ethical frameworks, and the power of choice are brought to the fore. In this episode, Michael engages in a thought-provoking debate with Professor Michael H...

The Rational Egoist: Navigating Emotions, Philosophy, and Free Will James Steven Valliant Discover the intriguing world of your mind with "The Rational Egoist," a captivating podcast that takes you on a journey into the fascinating realms of emotions, philosophy, and subconscious cognition. In this podcast, Michael is delighted to feature his guest, James Steven Valliant, a renowned Obje...

Unveiling Stigma: Navigating Addiction and Treatment in the Opioid Epidemic with Dr. Jonathan Avery Join host Michael Liebowitz in this illuminating episode of The Rational Egoist as he welcomes guest Dr. Jonathan Avery, a leading specialist in addiction psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medicine, New York. They dive deep into the heart of the opioid epidemic, focusing on the intense stigmatisation that...

The Rational Egoist: Navigating Political Landscapes with Prof. Bryan Caplan In this episode, our host Michael Liebowitz is joined by esteemed economist, Professor Bryan Caplan, to unravel the complex spectrum of political ideologies that exist today. Professor Caplan brings a fresh perspective to the conversation, drawing on historical perspectives, economic theories, and his latest book, “Voters...

The Rational Egoist with Michael Liebowitz: Rediscovering Objectivism in Today's Society with Dr Harry Binswanger Join host Michael Liebowitz in this inspiring discussion as he interviews influential objectivist philosopher, author, and lecturer, Harry Binswanger. In "The Rational Egoist," they explore the relevance of Objectivism in our current society and its impact on individual l...

The Rational Egoist with Michael Liebowitz: Debating Theism from an Objectivist Perspective with Benjamin Seevers Join host Michael Liebowitz as he engages in a lively debate with Benjamin Seevers on theism in this intellectually stimulating episode of "The Rational Egoist." Michael challenges Benjamin's assertion that God is an immaterial rational creator. The conversation revolves...

The Rational Egoist: Exploring Education, Rights, and Parental Choice with Manju Gerber Join host Michael Liebowitz on "The Rational Egoist" podcast as he delves into thought-provoking discussions about education, individual rights, and parental autonomy. In this episode, Michael interviews Manju Gerber, the President of Moms for Liberty at Hartford County, CT, a group for parents seekin...

The Rational Egoist: Overcoming Eating Disorders with Tracey Zito In this episode of The Rational Egoist, host Michael Liebowitz interviews Tracey Zito, a fitness and well-being advocate, who shares her personal journey of overcoming anorexia nervosa and overeating. Tracey talks about her struggles with body image, perfectionism, and fear of judgement, and how she was able to let go of these destr...

The Rational Egoist - The Failure of Corrections: A Personal Account with Kimathy Khama Watson In this episode of The Rational Egoist, host Michael Leibowitz interviews Kimathi Khama Watson about his personal experience with the failures of the correctional system. Kimathi spent 24 years in prison and shares his insights on the culture of corrections and the personal vendettas that can arise among...

The Rational Egoist: The Myth of Mental Illness and the Therapeutic State with Jeffrey Schaler In this episode of The Rational Egoist, host Michael Liebowitz interviews Jeffrey Schaler, author of "Szasz Under Fire," to discuss Thomas Szasz's psychology and his belief that mental illness is a myth. They delve into the concept of involuntary psychiatry and the notion that no one should...