Philosophy
Announcements, Philosophy
Rationally Selfish Radio with Dr. Diana Hsieh
Craig Biddle September 27, 2009
I’d like to recommend a new podcast program called Rationally Selfish Radio, hosted by Dr. Diana Hsieh. Dr. Hsieh posts two podcasts per week, discussing a broad spectrum of topics—from how an introvert can meet people, to the conditions under which a person can morally accept an inheritance, to the…
Philosophy
How Morality is Grounded in Reality
Craig Biddle August 20, 2009
Presents Ayn Rand’s solution to the so-called “is–ought” problem and shows how she identified the requirements of man’s life as the objective standard of moral value.
Philosophy, Politics & Rights
The Creed of Sacrifice vs. The Land of Liberty
Craig Biddle August 20, 2009
Examines the morality of altruism, exposing its incompatibility with the basic principle of America (i.e., individual rights), identifying its philosophic roots, and showing that if Americans want to save America, they must repudiate this creed, root and branch.
Philosophy, Politics & Rights
Jewish Settlements and Israeli Law
John David Lewis July 29, 2009
We are hearing a lot now about Israel’s creation of “Jewish” settlements on “Palestinian land.” These settlements are created, we are often told, to extend the “apartheid state” of Israel by squeezing out the local populations and establishing a superior Jewish ruling class. Typical here is CBS News anchor Bob…
Ayn Rand & Objectivism, Philosophy
The Is–Ought Gap: Subjectivism’s Technical Retreat
Craig Biddle May 20, 2009
Examines the so-called is–ought gap, the claim that moral principles cannot be derived from observable facts, and highlights the need of a solution.
Announcements, Philosophy, Politics & Rights
Yaron Brook on Islamic Totalitarianism
Craig Biddle May 2, 2009
In Yaron Brook’s latest interview on PJTV, he discusses Islamic Totalitarianism and its primary sponsor, Iran; how the U.S. has turned the other cheek every time Iran has (directly or indirectly) attacked Americans; what the U.S. (and Israel) should do about this Iranian-sponsored assault on the West; and the need…
Philosophy, Politics & Rights
The Seals Have Done What 'God' Could Not
Craig Biddle April 13, 2009
Those who are thanking an alleged “God” for the rescue of American cargo ship captain Richard Phillips are engaging in a grave injustice. Phillips was saved not by “God,” who does not exist, but by Navy Seals, who deserve full credit for this marvelous feat. Paraphrasing one of the protagonists…
Ayn Rand & Objectivism, Philosophy
Religion vs. Subjectivism: Why Neither Will Do
Craig Biddle February 20, 2009
Examines the alternatives of religion and subjectivism, and shows them to be equally life-thwarting and revealingly similar.
Philosophy, Politics & Rights
Reason or Faith: The Republican Alternative
John David Lewis November 20, 2008
Analyzes the resounding Republican defeat and shows that the party faces a fundamental decision that will determine whether it orchestrates a comeback or stumbles into further defeat.
Economics, Philosophy, Politics & Rights
Capitalism and the Moral High Ground
Craig Biddle November 20, 2008
Concretizes the selfishness-enabling nature of capitalism and shows why this feature makes it the only moral social system on earth.