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EPISODE · Feb 5, 2025 · 56 MIN

A History of Ethics, with Shadia Drury

from The Rational Egoist · host The Rational Egoist with Michael Liebowitz

In this compelling episode of The Rational Egoist, Michael Liebowitz is joined by Shadia Drury, Professor Emerita at the University of Regina and former Canada Research Chair in Social Justice. Shadia shares her insights on social justice, political philosophy, and the broader cultural and ethical implications of her work. The discussion navigates through her critical views on contemporary political ideologies, the challenges facing modern societies, and the importance of philosophical inquiry in addressing societal issues. This episode provides a fascinating perspective from a seasoned scholar whose work has shaped debates on justice and morality. Michael Leibowitz, host of The Rational Egoist podcast, is a philosopher and political activist who draws inspiration from Ayn Rand’s philosophy, advocating for reason, rational self-interest, and individualism. His journey from a 25-year prison sentence to a prominent voice in the libertarian and Objectivist communities highlights the transformative impact of embracing these principles. Leibowitz actively participates in political debates and produces content aimed at promoting individual rights and freedoms. He is the co-author of “Down the Rabbit Hole: How the Culture of Correction Encourages Crime” and “View from a Cage: From Convict to Crusader for Liberty,” which explore societal issues and his personal evolution through Rand’s teachings. Explore his work and journey further through his books: “Down the Rabbit Hole”: https://www.amazon.com.au/Down-Rabbit-Hole-Corrections-Encourages/dp/197448064X “View from a Cage”: https://books2read.com/u/4jN6xj join our Ayn Rand Adelaide Meetups here for some seriously social discussions on Freedom https://www.meetup.com/adelaide-ayn-rand-meetup

In this compelling episode of The Rational Egoist, Michael Liebowitz is joined by Shadia Drury, Professor Emerita at the University of Regina and former Canada Research Chair in Social Justice. Shadia shares her insights on social justice, political philosophy, and the broader cultural and ethical implications of her work. The discussion navigates through her critical views on contemporary political ideologies, the challenges facing modern societies, and the importance of philosophical inquiry in addressing societal issues. This episode provides a fascinating perspective from a seasoned scholar whose work has shaped debates on justice and morality. Michael Leibowitz, host of The Rational Egoist podcast, is a philosopher and political activist who draws inspiration from Ayn Rand’s philosophy, advocating for reason, rational self-interest, and individualism. His journey from a 25-year prison sentence to a prominent voice in the libertarian and Objectivist communities highlights the transformative impact of embracing these principles. Leibowitz actively participates in political debates and produces content aimed at promoting individual rights and freedoms. He is the co-author of “Down the Rabbit Hole: How the Culture of Correction Encourages Crime” and “View from a Cage: From Convict to Crusader for Liberty,” which explore societal issues and his personal evolution through Rand’s teachings. Explore his work and journey further through his books: “Down the Rabbit Hole”: https://www.amazon.com.au/Down-Rabbit-Hole-Corrections-Encourages/dp/197448064X “View from a Cage”: https://books2read.com/u/4jN6xj join our Ayn Rand Adelaide Meetups here for some seriously social discussions on Freedom https://www.meetup.com/adelaide-ayn-rand-meetup

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