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Live Feb 13, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 28ICE/MN; Tariffs; Save Act; Taiwan & Japan; Iran; Venezuela; EU Deregulation? | Yaron Brook ShowBorders, Ballots & Bluster: Is the West Choosing Power Over Principle? Is America defending freedom—or drifting toward executive power, economic nationalism, and political theater?In this explosive Episode 28 of Season 12, Yaron Brook takes on ICE and Minnesota, the tariff delusion, the SAVE Act, rising tensions with Iran, threats to Taiwan, the future of Japan, chaos in Venezuela, and whether the European Unionis finally waking up to deregulation.Are tariffs a path to prosperity—or just another tax?Is the SAVE Act protecting elections—or consolidating control?Is Trump strengthening America—or reshaping global power politics?If you care about individual rights, capitalism, and the moral defense of Western civilization, this is the episode you cannot miss.⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS01:05 Upcoming Shows & Schedule03:30 ICE & Minnesota – Federal authority vs. state resistance20:45 Tariffs – Economic nationalism or economic self-sabotage?40:40 SAVE Act – What exactly are we “saving”?48:45 Taiwan & Japan – The future of U.S. alliances in Asia1:05:40 Iran – Confrontation, calculation, or chaos?1:14:30 Venezuela – Socialism’s slow collapse1:17:00 EU Deregulation? – Is Europe rediscovering capitalism?💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS1:25:35 Song request: “It’s My Life” – the No Doubt version (2003)1:25:46 “Hello Heaven, Hello” by Yungblud1:26:02 Reviewing “Winning” by Neffex – influenced by Ayn Rand?1:27:01 Why a show like Mr. Sunshine couldn’t be made in the West1:35:32 Trump, Qatar, and executive power1:37:02 Are immigrants just “capitalists” in action?1:37:28 Why tech (think SpaceX) is viewed differently than finance1:38:54 The Vienna Philharmonic playing Ludwig van Beethoven at the Super Bowl halftime show?1:40:13 Is Trump the best thing to happen to Europe?1:41:06 Property rights: What happens if someone dies with no heirs?1:43:30 Trump, isolationism, and attacking Iran1:44:55 Renaming Penn Station “Trump Station”?1:46:29 Thoughts on Total Boomer Luxury Communism by Russ Greene1:50:02 Were tariffs supposed to replace income tax?1:51:07 The Atlas Society and ICE1:52:44 What exactly are they “saving” the election from?1:53:30 Personal condolencesThe 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)Join this channel to get access to perks: / @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/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor: / yaronbrookshow or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or / yaronbrookshow Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue 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#Capitalism #FreeMarkets #PoliticalCommentary #ElPaso #BigTechRegulation #GrandJury #Starlink #Intel #Cuba #Objectivism #IndividualRightsBecome 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 Feb 11, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 27El Paso Closure; Jobs; Bondi; Grand Jury; Moltbook; Starlink; Vax; Intel, Cuba | Yaron Brook ShowCollapse, Corruption & Control: Who’s Really Running America?Is America unraveling—or finally revealing what it really is?From the El Paso shutdown to Big Tech regulation fantasies… from grand juries and political corruption to vaccines, Starlink, Intel, Cuba, and the economic myths strangling job creation—this episode pulls no punches.Yaron breaks down the week’s biggest stories through the lens of reason, individual rights, and capitalism. Why are politicians obsessed with regulating innovation? Why do grand juries suddenly matter—until they don’t? What’s behind the El Paso closure? And what happens when economic ignorance meets political power?Plus: live audience questions on Noam Chomsky, Big Tech regulation, landlord contracts, Puerto Rico expats, music, Star Trek, The Offspring, and more.If you care about freedom, prosperity, and intellectual honesty—this episode is for you.📌 Watch, like, comment, and share to fight the algorithm. https://youtube.com/live/oXiXV4DlqJA⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS00:00 Introduction02:55 Upcoming Shows & Schedule05:10 The Bridge & Political Reality16:10 El Paso Closure Begins18:00 Technical Difficulties22:05 El Paso Closure Continued26:30 Jobs & the State of the Economy36:00 Pam Bondi & Political Theater45:50 Grand Jury Power & Abuse50:00 Moltbook59:20 Starlink & Innovation vs Regulation1:03:50 Vaccines & Public Policy1:06:35 Intel & Industrial Policy1:14:50 Cuba & the Morality of Sanctions1:22:45 London Seminar: In Defense of Profit🎟️ London Seminar Tickets:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/in-defense-of-profit-why-prosperity-doesnt-need-permission-tickets-1981960272528?aff=oddtdtcreator💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS1:25:00 Star Trek DS9 “Sanctuary” — Political Allegory or Propaganda?1:25:51 The Offspring’s “Let the Bad Times Roll” — Apathy or Suicide? What Does It Mean?1:26:15 “Self Esteem” Revisited — Funny 90s Anthem or Modern Male Tragedy?1:26:54 Thank You from a YBS Connoisseur1:27:13 Noam Chomsky & Epstein — Hypocrisy or Something Worse?1:28:55 Can Big Tech Even Be Regulated?1:30:48 Help Beat the Algorithm1:31:35 Implied Warranty of Habitability — Justice or Contract Violation?1:32:37 Thank the Sticker People!1:33:14 Genesis, Idolatry & An Email With $ Potential1:33:41 Puerto Rico Move — Tax Escape or Smart Strategy?1:34:42 Ragtime, Peikoff & Judging Taste in Art1:37:10 Atlas Audible Update1:37:16 Bondi & Stock Market Illiteracy1:38:04 Capitalism vs Socialism Family ShowdownThe 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)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @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/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue 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#Capitalism #FreeMarkets #PoliticalCommentary #ElPaso #BigTechRegulation #GrandJury #Starlink #Intel #Cuba #Objectivism #IndividualRightsBecome 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 Feb 10, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 26Bridge to?; TrumpRx; Climate Regs; Internet addiction; Discord; SpaceX; Russia | Yaron Brook ShowIs America Building a Bridge to Greatness… or to Decline? From TrumpRx to Climate Controls, SpaceX to Russia — Nothing Is Off Limits.Is America building a bridge to the future — or a bridge to nowhere?In this explosive episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron takes on everything from Trump’s policy prescriptions (“TrumpRx”) to climate regulations, internet addiction, Discord culture, SpaceX’s ambitions, and Russia’s geopolitical threat.No topic is safe. No sacred cows spared.If you care about capitalism, individual rights, Elon Musk, government overreach, the FDA, Putin, or the future of freedom — this episode delivers clarity you won’t hear anywhere else.👉 Watch now: https://youtube.com/live/zpEu56XqxC0👉 Subscribe & turn on notifications for fearless commentary on politics, culture, and philosophy.⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS01:45 – Bridge to? Are we headed toward progress or managed decline?16:40 – TrumpRx: Is Trump offering real solutions — or political theatrics?23:40 – Climate Regulations: Environmentalism vs. economic freedom34:30 – Internet Addiction: Is tech destroying attention spans — or expanding minds?48:10 – Discord & Digital Tribes: The future of online community51:15 – SpaceX: Capitalism in orbit59:40 – Russia: How serious is the threat — and what’s the moral response?💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS1:10:05 – “Abolish ICE” — Open borders rhetoric or strategic non-enforcement?1:11:08 – Epstein files: System-shattering reality or conspiracy fantasy?1:13:21 – Are billionaires moral — or is wealth inherently corrupting?1:15:26 – Should the Moon be protected from commercialization?1:17:57 – Musk timelines: Visionary exaggeration or market manipulation?1:19:01 – Failed by teachers: When school kills ambition1:19:58 – FDA vs “Hot Ice Cream”: Who owns language — regulators or producers?1:21:57 – Is blocking streets a moral form of protest?1:23:04 – Is Putin-style Russia a realistic American danger?1:26:28 – What level of disease justifies lockdowns or forced vaccination?1:31:45 – Smog in a laissez-faire society: Courts or regulation?1:33:46 – Why do reasonable people default to compromise over principle?1:35:07 – Biotech breakthroughs: Lifespan extension, IVF, GLP-1s — what’s coming?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)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @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/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue 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#Capitalism #Trump2026 #ClimateRegulations #ElonMusk #SpaceX #RussiaPolitics #InternetAddiction #Objectivism #FreeMarkets #IndividualRightsBecome 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 February 9, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show InterviewsBonus Episode Season 12, Episode 4Conversation with Greg Salmieri - Making Sense of America’s Past and Present | Yaron Brook ShowAmerica’s crisis didn’t start with Trump—or Biden.It started with ideas. Greg Salmieri explains which ones shaped us—and which ones are destroying us.What happens when Aristotle and Ayn Rand collide with America’s founding ideals, its cultural crises, and its uncertain future?In this wide-ranging and intellectually charged conversation, Yaron Brook sits down with philosopher Greg Salmieri to examine the ideas shaping Western civilization—and to ask where America has gone right, where it has gone wrong, and whether the spirit of liberty can still reassert itself.At the center of the discussion is Salmieri’s new book, Two Philosophers: Aristotle and Ayn Rand, a compelling exploration of two giants of philosophy whose ideas continue to shape reason, morality, politics, and human flourishing. Together, Yaron and Greg trace the Enlightenment roots of American liberty, diagnose today’s cultural and political confusion, and explain why philosophical clarity matters now more than ever.In this episode, they explore:- Aristotle and Ayn Rand on reason, virtue, and human flourishing- How philosophical ideas shape cultures, institutions, and nations- What America’s founding got right—and what has been steadily undermined- Why confusion about ideas leads to cultural and political collapseWhether you’re interested in philosophy, history, politics, or the future of a free society, this conversation offers essential insight into the ideas that move the world.👤 About Greg SalmieriGregory Salmieri teaches philosophy at the University of Texas at Austin and is a Senior Scholar of Philosophy at the Salem Center for Policy, where he holds the Brigham Fellowship for the Study of Objectivism. He also serves as Director of the Center’s Program for Objectivity in Thought, Action, and Enterprise.Dr. Salmieri is co-editor of A Companion to Ayn Rand (Wiley-Blackwell, 2016) and Foundations of a Free Society (University of Pittsburgh Press, 2019), and the author of numerous articles on Aristotle and Ayn Rand. He previously taught at UNC Chapel Hill, Boston University, and Rutgers University before joining the Salem Center in 2020.⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS00:50 Who is Greg Salmieri?01:20 Greg’s new book: Two Philosophers: Aristotle and Ayn Rand07:35 The current state of American culture12:25 Where does the American spirit still assert itself?16:50 Rights and their philosophical foundations19:00 Remnants of the American spirit today23:45 Why these are scary cultural times31:15 Protests in Minneapolis33:20 Is there a way out?40:30 How did we get here?47:15 The Tea Party movement51:10 Positive figures and signs of hope💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS55:32 Does needing a ladder in your library signal an above-average love of books? What books go on the top shelf?56:33 Montessori education and Objectivism: why is it popular, what alternatives should parents explore, and tips for raising a curious two-year-old1:01:57 Why does today’s culture show less outrage toward political fraud than in the past?1:06:14 Is the is/ought dichotomy reflected in the Aristotle–Plato philosophical divide?1:07:52 A listener note on Greg’s music videos with his son1:10:45 Is Trump using deregulation to offset the economic effects of tariffs?1:16:41 See pinned comment for timestamps of additional audience questions#GregSalmieri #AynRand #Aristotle #AmericanHistory #PoliticalPhilosophy #WesternCivilization #Objectivism #EnlightenmentIdeas #FreeSocietyThe 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)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @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/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue 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/35qoEC3Become 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 Feb 9, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 25Bad Bunny; Racism; Iran; Japan; India; Jimmy Lai; Measles; Immigration | Yaron Brook ShowFrom Bad Bunny to Border Chaos: Culture Wars, Power Lust, and the Moral Collapse of the WestWhat do Bad Bunny, immigration hysteria, Iran’s regime, and America’s creeping authoritarianism have in common?More than you think.In this wide-ranging and unapologetic episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron takes on the moral, cultural, and political crises dominating headlines—from pop culture and racism narratives to Iran, Japan, India, public health panics, and the rising acceptance of unlimited state power.This isn’t a surface-level news roundup. It’s a deep philosophical interrogation of power, reason, freedom, and the ideas driving today’s chaos—including some of the most challenging live audience questions we’ve had all season.If you’re tired of evasion, tribalism, and fear-driven politics—and want clarity rooted in reason—this episode is for you.👇 Jump to the topics that matter most to you and join the conversation in the comments.⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPSMain Topics04:40 – Bad Bunny and cultural nihilism17:30 – Racism: narratives vs reality24:45 – Iran, power, and moral clarity41:35 – Japan and cultural stagnation55:40 – India’s trajectory: promise or peril?1:01:00 – Jimmy Lai and the cost of dissent1:03:10 – Measles, panic, and public health politics1:08:50 – Immigration, ICE, and authoritarian drift💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS1:23:43 – Do Right and Left both secretly want unlimited power?1:27:51 – Does living at the perceptual level lead to rage and violence?1:31:05 – Why do Europeans unquestioningly accept the welfare state?1:32:36 – Was genocide unique—or a recurring pattern of collectivism?1:34:18 – Does focusing on the uncontrollable breed nihilism?1:35:00 – Can reason ever truly die?1:35:51 – How did Americans resist socialized medicine for so long?1:37:35 – Americans, narcissism, and altruism vs Europe’s resignation1:38:47 – Why deeper questions are always postponed for “the crisis of the day”1:39:45 – Romantic art vs vulgarity—what’s the real distinction?1:44:32 – Iran: moral progress vs personal agency1:45:41 – Is ICE comparable to historical authoritarian forces?1:47:22 – Are we decades away from authoritarianism—and how do we stop it?1:51:03 – From “America First” to “America Alone”👉 See pinned comment for additional timestamps.#ImmigrationDebate #Authoritarianism #IranRegime #WesternValues #CultureWars #FreedomVsPower #WesternAppeasement #GovernmentShutdown #JudicialActivism #ObjectivismThe 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)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @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/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue 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/35qoEC3Become 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 Feb 3, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 24Iran; ShutDown; Manufacturing; Courts; Fraud; Abortion Pill | Yaron Brook ShowIran, Power, and the Collapse of Moral Clarity Why Courts, Shutdowns, Fraud—and Even Abortion—Expose America’s Deeper Crisis  America is drifting—and the headlines aren’t the real story.From Iran’s regime and Western media complicity to government shutdown theatrics, collapsing manufacturing, activist courts, systemic fraud, and the moral chaos surrounding the abortion pill, this episode cuts through the noise to expose what ties it all together: a collapse of moral clarity.Yaron Brook takes on the hard questions others won’t touch:Why is the West so eager to appease tyrannies like Iran?Are courts defending rights—or undermining them?Is fraud now baked into the system?And what does the abortion pill debate reveal about reason, responsibility, and individual rights?Plus: unfiltered live audience questions ranging from CNN’s role as an Iran apologist, to Kant vs. Plato, to the moral case for immigration—and whether good intentions can still produce evil outcomes.This is not punditry. It’s philosophy applied to today’s most explosive issues.🔔 Subscribe, share, and join the fight for reason, liberty, and reality.🎥 Watch live or replay here: 👉 https://youtube.com/live/NxeVvRq9n04⏱️ Topic Timestamps02:15 – Correction04:45 – Iran: Appeasement, Propaganda, and Western Guilt28:35 – Government Shutdown: Theater vs. Reality36:30 – Manufacturing Myths and Economic Decline45:50 – Courts: Justice or Ideology?51:25 – Iran Updates53:00 – Fraud: How Deep Does It Go?57:45 – The Abortion Pill and Moral Responsibility💬 Live Audience Questions1:10:36 – “Shame on CNN for being such an outrageous mouthpiece for the mullahs in Iran.”1:16:49 – “I’m horrified Witkoff is anywhere near Iran discussions.”1:19:05 – “It’s been painful to watch.”1:20:23 – Thank you, Yaron!1:20:52 – An offering for the WiFi gods1:20:59 – Israeli music artists—any recommendations?1:23:27 – Gratitude for a consistent voice of reason and Rand’s ideas1:23:37 – If doing the right thing for the wrong reason is wrong, does that apply to open-border leftists?1:25:17 – Plato vs. Kant: Honest mysticism vs. deliberate deception?1:26:46 – From Plato’s Cave to Aristotle’s focus on life on EarthThe 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)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @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/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue 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#IranRegime #WesternAppeasement #GovernmentShutdown #JudicialActivism #EconomicReality #FraudExposed #AbortionDebate #MoralClarity #Objectivism #Capitalism #IndividualRightsBecome 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 Feb 1, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 23Trump Op-ed; Epstein Files; Corruption; Iran; Repub Defeat; Good News | Yaron Brook Show🔥 Trump on Defense, Epstein Unsealed, Iran on Edge—Is the System Rotten to the Core?What does it mean when a president has to write an op-ed to defend himself? Why do the Epstein files still matter—and what do they expose about power and corruption?And as Iran teeters, Republicans falter, and markets flash warning signs… is anyone still defending reason, capitalism, and individual rights?On this February 1, 2026 live episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron cuts through the noise on Trump’s latest op-ed, the Epstein revelations, systemic corruption, Iran’s future, Republican defeats—and ends with rare good news worth holding onto.Plus: an electric live Q&A tackling capitalism’s moral defense, inflation myths, courts vs. Trump, tribalism, propaganda, education reform, philosophy, culture—and even music.If you’re tired of evasions, tribal loyalty, and moral cowardice, this episode is for you.👉 Watch live / replay here: https://youtube.com/live/e_86PrX_BLA⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS02:50 Gold & Silver – What markets are really signaling05:50 Trump Op-Ed – Strength or surrender?38:35 Epstein Files – What power still wants hidden52:40 Corruption – Not a bug, but a feature?1:01:00 Iran – Regime change… at what cost?1:05:45 Republican Defeat – Why conservatives keep losing1:10:10 Good News – Yes, there is some💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS (SELECTED)1:17:47 Does a president writing an op-ed mean he’s already lost?1:19:51 Does therapy reinforce destructive altruistic guilt?1:23:46 Are courts the last barrier before civil unrest?1:25:32 Can printing money ever “solve” government debt?1:31:01 Why defend capitalism morally—not just economically?1:34:43 Star Trek DS9 “Duet” — moral meaning worth revisiting?1:37:12 Is ICE mainstreaming white supremacy?1:40:36 Germany warns citizens about US travel—how bad is it?1:44:12 Iran regime change—who fills the vacuum?1:46:20 Philosophy book recommendations?1:47:08 Is there any appetite left for deregulation?1:49:26 See pinned comment for more audience questionsThe 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)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @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/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue 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 #TrumpOpEd #EpsteinFiles #IranCrisis #PoliticalCorruption #Capitalism #GoldAndSilver #Republicans #FreeMarkets #IndividualRights #TradePolicy #USDollar #Authoritarianism #CostOfSilence ##ObjectivismBecome 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 January 28, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12 - Episode 22Iran; Trade & Immigration; US Dollar; Ukraine; AI& IP; Silence | Yaron Brook ShowFrom Iran to AI: Trade Wars, Dollar Decay, and the Deadly Price of SilenceThe world is drifting toward chaos—and too many people are staying silent.On this episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron cuts through the noise to tackle the biggest threats facing America and the West: Iran’s ambitions, trade and immigration distortions, the weakening U.S. dollar, Ukraine’s future, the war over AI and intellectual property—and the moral cost of choosing silence in the face of authoritarianism.Why does silence empower the worst actors?Are tariffs and immigration controls destroying prosperity?Is America sliding toward banana-republic status?And what happens when fear replaces reason?This is a wide-ranging, no-holds-barred episode connecting geopolitics, economics, technology, and philosophy—ending with a powerful meditation on why silence is never neutral.👇 Watch, engage, and join the conversation live.🎥 Watch here: https://youtube.com/live/sM3Km9Y_xls⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS00:00 Intro01:00 Upcoming Shows & Schedule02:00 Iran: Threats, Appeasement, and Western Weakness19:50 Trade & Immigration: Protectionism vs Prosperity35:20 The U.S. Dollar: Decline, Inflation, and Global Confidence51:50 Ukraine: Strategy, Morality, and the West’s Resolve59:35 AI & Intellectual Property: Innovation or State Control?1:06:30 The Cost of Silence: Why Moral Evasion Fuels Tyranny💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS 59:15 🇨🇭 What can the Swiss Franc teach us about sound money?1:23:31 If Democrats gain supermajorities, will they unleash ICE-style crackdowns on the wealthy? Where does this end?1:25:33 Netanyahu credits free markets for Israel’s skyscraper boom—what’s the lesson for the U.S.?1:27:58 Why does reason scare people more than ignorance?1:29:56 Thoughts on Ben Shapiro’s comments on ICE and the Alex Pretty shooting?1:30:44 Is MAGA collapsing—and will the GOP be forced to rebuild?1:31:25 If courts uphold Trump’s tariffs, are we drifting into dictatorship?1:32:05 If you’re wealthy, is California still the best place to live?1:32:49 Has the U.S. become a banana republic?1:33:12 Is it illegal to be in public without ID—and how far can federal power go?1:33:51 Is constant noise better than silence—or does silence still matter?1:34:47 Has Minnesota shattered the myth of the “warmth of collectivism”?1:36:18 Final thoughts on gold, dollars, and monetary realitySee timpstamps in comments for questions.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)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @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/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue 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#Iran #TradePolicy #ImmigrationDebate #USDollar #UkraineWar #AIRegulation #FreeMarkets #Authoritarianism #CostOfSilence #IndividualRights #FreeSpeech #Capitalism #ObjectivismBecome 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 January 27, 2026 | Yaron Brook ShowSeason 12, Episode 21ICE Retreat? Israel Hostages; Tariffs & Trade; Iran; China Purge | Yaron Brook ShowICE Retreats, Israel Fights, China Purges — and the World Drifts Toward MidnightIs the U.S. already backing down on ICE enforcement—or just retreating into something worse?As Israel fights for its hostages, Iran escalates, China purges dissent, and tariffs threaten global trade, one question hangs in the air: are we watching the slow collapse of freedom—or its last stand?In this explosive live episode, Yaron Brook cuts through the hysteria to expose what’s really driving today’s political chaos—from immigration crackdowns and economic nationalism to nihilism, altruism, and America’s creeping constitutional crisis. No slogans. No tribalism. Just ruthless clarity.🔥 Topics include:• Is ICE doomed to fizzle—or morph into something more dangerous?• Why Israel’s hostage crisis matters to the entire free world• Tariffs, trade wars, and the myth of “economic nationalism”• Iran, China, and the authoritarian model’s hidden weaknesses• Are we drifting closer to midnight—or can reason still win?Stick around for a wide-ranging, brutally honest AMA covering civil war fears, MAGA, altruism, birthrates, capitalism vs communism, and whether evading reality has become America’s national pastime.👇 Jump to the segments below and join the fight for ideas worth defending.🎥 Watch the full episode: https://youtube.com/live/fOKSyCm6910⏱️ Topic Timestamps01:25 – ICE Retreat? Is brute force unsustainable in the West?29:20 – Israel Hostages: Moral clarity vs diplomatic evasion40:15 – Tariffs & Trade: Why protectionism always backfires52:10 – Iran: Deterrence, appeasement, and regime survival1:04:15 – China Purge: Strength or panic from the CCP?💬 Live Audience Questions 1:14:39 – Did Rand underestimate how long mixed economies can survive before collapse?1:17:48 – Why can subtle evil last longer than explicit brutality?1:19:25 – Is the Doomsday Clock just nihilism in lab coats?1:20:33 – Are we in a constitutional crisis—and do we need a crisis clock?1:22:34 – Is staying silent to protect your income moral cowardice?1:24:05 – Did South Park nail the ICE hysteria?1:24:25 – Why does altruism treat evil as all-powerful?1:26:35 – Would red states really beat blue states in a civil war?1:27:28 – Is MAGA a reflection of cultural nihilism?1:28:15 – Is MAGA inherently racist—or is that evasion?1:29:22 – Why do people cling to lies no matter the evidence?1:29:55 – How would Israel fare in a war with China?1:31:09 – Why are Americans so poorly traveled despite high incomes?1:33:12 – Why deny assimilated illegals a path to citizenship?1:34:33 – Why have education and career outcomes flipped for men and women?1:36:12 – Thoughts on Valiant no longer identifying as Objectivist?1:36:34 – Can the midterms restrain Trump—and how would he react?1:38:01 – Are falling birthrates a crisis or a liberation?1:40:14 – Milton Friedman, Bitcoin, and the future of freedom1:40:42 – Is joining Heritage to change it from within a mistake?1:41:14 – China vs U.S.: Are cheap, reliable products proof communism works?See pinned comment for additional timestampsThe 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)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @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/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue 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#ICE #IsraelHostages #ChinaPurge #Iran #Tariffs #FreeMarkets #IllegalImmigration #Authoritarianism #Inflation #IndividualRights #FreeSpeech #Capitalism #ObjectivismBecome 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 January 23, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show InterviewsBonus EpisodeConversation with Ben Bayer - Tribalism, “Cancel Culture” and More | Yaron Brook ShowTribalism vs. Truth: Cancel Culture, Moral Judgment, and the Fight for Free SpeechWhat is “cancel culture”—and is it always wrong?Or is it sometimes a necessary form of moral judgment in a tribalized age?In this bonus interview episode, Yaron Brook sits down with philosopher Ben Bayer for a wide-ranging, unsparing conversation on free speech, tribalism, moral sanction, and how ideas actually shape culture and politics. From ICE raids and immigration to de-platforming, emotionalism, and the abuse of non-objective laws, this episode goes beyond slogans to ask the hard questions most commentators evade.When does criticism become a witch hunt?When is de-platforming just—and when is it an injustice?How should rational people respond to cultural pressure, mass protest, and ideological warfare?If you’re tired of shallow takes and want a principled framework for navigating today’s most heated controversies, this conversation is for you.🔴 Watch live / replay here: https://youtube.com/live/Hbu8JD4vacs👤 About Ben BayerBen Bayer is a Fellow and Director of Content at the Ayn Rand Institute, a teacher at Objectivist University (ARU), and Managing Editor of New Ideal. He holds a Ph.D. in philosophy and specializes in applying philosophical principles to contemporary cultural and political issues. Ben is the author of Why the Right to Abortion Is Sacrosanct and has published widely in both scholarly and public-facing outlets.⏱️ Topic Timestamps00:50 – Who is Ben Bayer?01:25 – The ICE shooting: facts vs. emotionalism07:05 – Why free speech actually matters10:20 – Tribalism and moral blinders14:10 – Do rights apply only to citizens?17:15 – What’s really happening in Minneapolis21:20 – What should be done instead?26:00 – Is mass civil disobedience rational?29:55 – Why Congress is dysfunctional36:10 – The danger of non-objective laws39:40 – What people get wrong about “cancel culture”48:25 – When is de-platforming just?51:00 – The injustice of morally sanctioning evil ideas57:20 – “Witch hunt” vs. justice: retire the slogan?💬 Live Audience Questions57:50 – Is cause-and-effect the first casualty of emotionalism?58:46 – Has Ben seen Andor—and who’s his favorite character?1:03:34 – Is it tribal to say no good person could disagree with me?1:08:32 – Did Trump’s rhetoric dehumanize immigrants and shape ICE behavior?1:10:55 – How do you respond to claims that videos are “one-sided”?1:14:32 – Why doesn’t cancel culture stop the anti-Jewish left?1:16:26 – Is Manousos the closest thing to an Objectivist TV character?1:17:48 – Braverman, Farage, Reform UK—where is Britain headed?1:22:24 – Does Ben read fiction? Favorite genres or authors?1:25:00 – Should governments ban social media for minors?1:26:13 – Are you willing to get arrested—or just others?1:27:46 – If mass protest is irrational, what’s the rational alternative?1:29:29 – Does “open borders” rhetoric worsen immigration dysfunction?See pinned comment for additional timestampsThe 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)Join this channel to get access to perks:     / @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/3ztPxTxSupport the Show and become a sponsor:   / yaronbrookshow   or https://yaronbrookshow.com/ or   / yaronbrookshow  Or make a one-time donation: https://bit.ly/2RZOyJJContinue 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#BenBayer #CancelCulture #FreeSpeech #Tribalism #MoralJudgment #Deplatforming #ImmigrationDebate #Objectivism #CultureWars #PhilosophyInAction #Objectivism #AynRandInstituteBecome 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.