EPISODE · Oct 18, 2024 · 38 MIN
The Rational Egoist: An Objectivist Analysis of "Judgment at Nuremberg" with Andrew Bernstein
from The Rational Egoist · host The Rational Egoist with Michael Liebowitz
The Rational Egoist: An Objectivist Analysis of "Judgment at Nuremberg" with Andrew Bernstein In this episode of The Rational Egoist, host Michael Liebowitz is joined by Andrew Bernstein, professor and Objectivist philosopher, to discuss the classic film Judgment at Nuremberg from an Objectivist perspective. Bernstein and Liebowitz delve into the film’s moral and philosophical themes, examining issues of justice, individual responsibility, and the nature of evil. Through an Objectivist lens, they explore how the movie’s portrayal of the Nuremberg trials resonates with the philosophy of reason, individualism, and moral absolutes. Tune in for a compelling analysis of a powerful film, enriched by the principles of Objectivism. 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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The Rational Egoist: An Objectivist Analysis of "Judgment at Nuremberg" with Andrew Bernstein In this episode of The Rational Egoist, host Michael Liebowitz is joined by Andrew Bernstein, professor and Objectivist philosopher, to discuss the classic film Judgment at Nuremberg from an Objectivist perspective. Bernstein and Liebowitz delve into the film’s moral and philosophical themes, examining issues of justice, individual responsibility, and the nature of evil. Through an Objectivist lens, they explore how the movie’s portrayal of the Nuremberg trials resonates with the philosophy of reason, individualism, and moral absolutes. Tune in for a compelling analysis of a powerful film, enriched by the principles of Objectivism. 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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