The Rational Egoist

The Rational Egoist: Consciousness and the Brain with Dan Lloyd In this episode of The Rational Egoist, host Michael Liebowitz welcomes Dan Lloyd, the Thomas C. Brownell Professor of Philosophy and Professor in the Program in Neuroscience. Join us as Lloyd explores the intricate relationship between consciousness and the brain, shedding light on one of the most profound questions in both philosoph...

The Rational Egoist: Epistemology of Aristotle and Ayn Rand with James Stevens Valliant Join host Michael Liebowitz on The Rational Egoist as he welcomes James Stevens Valliant for an in-depth discussion on the epistemological theories of Aristotle and Ayn Rand. Explore the foundational principles of knowledge and understanding as Valliant delves into the respective contributions of these two phil...

The Rational Egoist: Examining Qualified Immunity with Clark Neily Join host Michael Liebowitz for a compelling episode of The Rational Egoist as he engages in a deep dive discussion with Clark Neily, Senior Vice President for Legal Studies at The Cato Institute, on the topic of qualified immunity. In this illuminating conversation, Michael and Clark explore the legal doctrine of qualified immunit...

The Rational Egoist: Exploring Public Narratives with Professor Joe Cutbirth Join host Michael Liebowitz for an insightful episode of The Rational Egoist as he engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Professor Joe Cutbirth, an esteemed assistant professor of instruction at The University of Texas at Austin, on the nature of public narratives. In this enlightening conversation, Michael and P...

The Rational Egoist: Unraveling Evolution by Natural Selection with Professor Jeffrey McKee Join host Michael Liebowitz for a fascinating episode of The Rational Egoist as he engages in an illuminating discussion with Professor Jeffrey McKee, a distinguished physical anthropologist at Ohio State University, on the topic of evolution by natural selection. In this captivating conversation, Michael a...

The Rational Egoist: Exploring the Libertarian Case for Open Borders with Sheldon Richman Join host Michael Liebowitz for a compelling episode of The Rational Egoist as he engages in a thought-provoking discussion with Sheldon Richman, a distinguished executive editor at The Libertarian Institute, on the libertarian case for open borders. In this enlightening conversation, Michael and Sheldon delv...

The Rational Egoist with Michael Liebowitz: Maj Toure Discusses the Recent Libertarian Party Convention" Join host Michael Liebowitz on "The Rational Egoist" podcast as he sits down with libertarian activist and founder of Black Guns Matter, Maj Toure. In this episode, Maj Toure shares his insights and reflections on the recent Libertarian Party Convention, offering a unique perspec...

The Rational Egoist: Advocating for Housing Deregulation with Bryan Caplan Join host Michael Liebowitz for a thought-provoking episode of The Rational Egoist as he engages in a stimulating discussion with Bryan Caplan, a distinguished Professor of Economics at George Mason University, on the virtues of housing deregulation. In this enlightening conversation, Michael and Bryan delve into the comple...

The Rational Egoist: Exploring Ayn Rand's Aesthetic Theory with Andrew Bernstein Join host Michael Liebowitz for a captivating episode of The Rational Egoist as he engages in an enlightening discussion with Andrew Bernstein, an esteemed Objectivist philosopher and novelist, on the aesthetic theory of Ayn Rand. In this stimulating conversation, Michael and Andrew delve into the rich tapestry of...

The Rational Egoist: Exploring The Objectivist Ethics with Stephan Kinsella Join host Michael Liebowitz for a thought-provoking episode of The Rational Egoist as he engages in a stimulating discussion with Stephan Kinsella, a prominent libertarian writer and patent attorney, on The Objectivist Ethics. In this enlightening conversation, Michael and Stephan delve into the foundational principles of...

The Rational Egoist: Untangling the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict with Adi Schwartz Join host Michael Liebowitz for a compelling episode of The Rational Egoist as he engages in a profound discussion with Adi Schwartz, a distinguished research fellow at the Misgav Institute and postdoctoral fellow at The Ben-Gurion Institute, on the complex and longstanding Israeli-Palestinian conflict. In this enli...

The Rational Egoist: Exploring Anarcho-Capitalism with Liquid Zulu Join host Michael Liebowitz for a riveting episode of The Rational Egoist as he engages in a dynamic debate with YouTuber Liquid Zulu on the topic of anarcho-capitalism. In this thought-provoking discussion, Michael and Liquid Zulu delve into the principles, merits, and challenges of anarcho-capitalist ideology, offering contrastin...

The Rational Egoist: Confronting Antisemitism with Professor Jonathan Elukin Join host Michael Liebowitz for a crucial episode of The Rational Egoist as he engages in a profound conversation with Professor Jonathan Elukin, an esteemed scholar and educator renowned for his expertise in medieval history and Jewish studies. In this enlightening discussion, Professor Elukin sheds light on the complex...

The Rational Egoist: Unveiling the Dynamics of Presidential Elections with Professor Allan Lichtman Join us for an enlightening episode of The Rational Egoist as host Michael Liebowitz engages in a fascinating discussion with Professor Allan Lichtman, a distinguished historian and author renowned for his expertise in American political history. In this insightful conversation, Professor Lichtman d...

The Rational Egoist: Navigating the Libertarian Movement with Larry Sharpe Join us for a compelling episode of The Rational Egoist as host Michael Liebowitz engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Larry Sharpe, former Marine, Libertarian Party candidate for Governor of New York, and prominent voice in the libertarian movement. In this enlightening discussion, Larry shares his insights and...

The Rational Egoist: Exploring the Dynamics of Friendship with Michael and James Valliant Join hosts Michael Liebowitz and James Valliant for an engaging and insightful discussion on the intricacies of friendship in this special episode of The Rational Egoist. Drawing on their shared experiences and philosophical perspectives, Michael and James delve into the essence of friendship, exploring its s...

The Rational Egoist: Exploring Hoppe's Argumentation Ethics with Stephan Kinsella In a stimulating episode of The Rational Egoist, host Michael Liebowitz engages in a thought-provoking discussion and debate with Stephan Kinsella, a prominent libertarian writer and patent attorney, on Hoppe's Argumentation Ethics. Drawing on their deep knowledge of libertarian legal theory and philosophical...

The Rational Egoist: Safeguarding Civil Liberties with Patrick Eddington In a compelling episode of The Rational Egoist, host Michael Liebowitz engages in a vital discussion with Patrick Eddington, Senior Fellow in Homeland Security and Civil Liberties at The Cato Institute, as they shine a spotlight on the rights violations embedded in the recently passed FISA bill. Drawing on his extensive exper...

The Rational Egoist: Liberating America's Families with Sheldon Richman Join host Michael Liebowitz on The Rational Egoist for a thought-provoking conversation with Sheldon Richman, a prolific author and former editor of "The Freeman," as they delve into the pressing issues surrounding education and the role of the state in shaping family dynamics. With his extensive experience and i...

The Rational Egoist: Setting the Course with Goals - A Conversation with Timothy Carey, PhD In an illuminating episode of The Rational Egoist, host Michael Liebowitz is joined by Timothy Carey, PhD, Chair of Country Health Research and Innovation at Curtin University, to explore the fundamental role of goals in shaping our lives and driving meaningful progress. Drawing on his extensive expertise i...

The Rational Egoist: Unveiling the Intriguing Journey of Glenn Klein Join host Michael Liebowitz on The Rational Egoist as he sits down with author, communication coach, and podcaster Glenn Klein for a captivating exploration of his remarkable life. In this episode, Glenn shares insights and anecdotes from his diverse experiences, offering listeners a glimpse into the twists and turns that have sh...

The Rational Egoist: Cultivating Connection through Feeling Known with Juliana Schroeder In a profound exploration of human connection, The Rational Egoist invites Associate Professor Juliana Schroeder from the Management of Organisations group at Berkeley Haas to discuss the paramount importance of feeling known in relationships. Professor Schroeder, renowned for her expertise in social psycholog...

The Rational Egoist: Navigating the Perils of Social Media with Dr. Peter Loper Jr. In this critical episode of The Rational Egoist, host Michael Liebowitz is joined by Dr. Peter Loper Jr., a quadruple board-certified physician and mental health and wellness expert, to unpack the complex landscape of social media and its impact on individual well-being. As the founder and principal of Pursuit Coac...

The Rational Egoist: Mastering Effective Egoism with Don Watkins In this enlightening episode of The Rational Egoist, host Michael Liebowitz sits down with Don Watkins, bestselling author and prominent thinker, to delve into his latest work, "Effective Egoism: An Individual's Guide to Pride, Purpose, and the Pursuit of Happiness." Watkins, known for his incisive critiques of contempo...

The Rational Egoist: Defining Leadership in Modern Times with Seth J. Schwartz In this insightful episode of The Rational Egoist, host Michael Liebowitz welcomes Professor Seth J. Schwartz from The College of Education at the University of Texas, Austin. A renowned researcher and author, Professor Schwartz brings his deep understanding of identity, immigration, and acculturation to the table, disc...