Yaron Brook Show

Year End Show - 2025 in Review | Yaron Brook Show🎙️ Recorded live Dec 31, 2025👍 Like | 💬 Comment | 🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into culture, politics, and ideas that matter.👉 Join the fight for reason, freedom, and individualism—because the world won’t defend itself.💡 Expect sharp insights, unapologetic truths, and challenges to Left and Right alike.📌 Support the show and join the next AMA: [Patreon](Patreon.com/yaronbrookshow) ❤️ Like, subscribe & share to spread reason and freedom!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#AynRand #Objectivism #ReasonVsTribalism #AmericanPolitics #IntellectualCulture #RationalThinking #WesternCivilization #Rationality #Reason #AtlasShrugged #RationalEgoism #RationalSelfInterestBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

The Yaron Brook Show📺 Live December 30, 2025 Iran; Israel; Ukraine; Venezuela; Milei; MN Fraud; H1B in FL | Yaron Brook ShowFrom Tehran to Minnesota: Why the World Is Breaking—and What Reason Demands NowThe world feels like it’s spinning out of control—but is it really chaos, or is there a deeper pattern?In this wide-ranging and hard-hitting live episode, Yaron Brook dissects the biggest flashpoints shaping our future: Iran’s instability, Israel under siege, Ukraine’s war, Venezuela’s collapse, Milei’s revolution in Argentina, fraud at home, and the insanity of U.S. immigration policy.But this show goes deeper than headlines.Superchat audience questions drive a powerful philosophical discussion on self-esteem, altruism, Kant, Plato vs. Rand, resentment politics, cyber-fascism, antisemitism, and whether reason still has a fighting chance in a culture drifting toward mindlessness.If you’re tired of superficial takes and want clarity rooted in reason, individualism, and reality, this episode is essential viewing.👉 Watch live, challenge your assumptions, and join the conversation.🔗 Episode URL: https://youtube.com/live/dCog8Qtzubk⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS05:10 — Iran: Regime weakness, collapse, and Western blindness25:15 — Israel: War, morality, and media distortions30:25 — Ukraine: What’s really at stake?36:00 — Venezuela: Socialism’s endgame39:20 — Milei: Argentina’s capitalist counter-revolution48:05 — Minnesota Fraud: When government invites theft57:05 — H1B Visas in Florida: Immigration without principle💬 AUDIENCE QUESTIONS1:05:42 — What is real self-esteem—and why objectivity matters more than perfectionism or sloth1:08:05 — Is Objectivism marginalized by bad philosophy—or by cultural mindlessness?1:09:21 — Why the Left builds capitalism while preaching socialism—and the Right does the opposite1:12:34 — Why is Iran disappearing from the media narrative?1:15:12 — How can humans be radically different yet fundamentally the same?1:16:30 — Will there ever be another Ayn Rand—or was she a once-in-a-millennium mind?1:17:48 — Why altruism is so hard to abandon—even when it causes misery1:19:10 — Is Kant destroying young minds and fueling anxiety?1:20:45 — Why trying to “save the world” often turns people into martyrs1:24:40 — Is cyber-fascism exploiting resentful, broken men?1:26:43 — Fear of flying, private jets, and personal freedom1:27:39 — When antisemitism becomes a badge of honor1:29:10 — FU money, independence, and the future of the show📌 See pinned comment for full timestamps and links.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: / @yaronbrookLike 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 / yaronbrookshowOr 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#IranCrisis #IsraelAtWar #UkraineWar #CapitalismVsSocialism #Objectivism #AynRand #JavierMilei #WesternCivilization #ReasonAndFreedom #racism #antisemitism #FreeMarkets #LibertyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

📺  Live December 29, 2025 @ 3 PM ET | Yaron Brook ShowConversation with Nikos Sotirakopoulos -- Socialists of the Right | Yaron Brook ShowSocialists of the Right: How the “New Right” Abandoned Liberty for Power, Tribalism, and ControlThe political spectrum is breaking down—and something dangerous is rising in its place.In this year-end powerhouse conversation, Yaron Brook is joined by Nikos Sotirakopoulos (Ayn Rand Institute Visiting Fellow, ARU instructor) to dissect one of the most misunderstood trends in modern politics: the rise of “right-wing socialism.”From Tucker Carlson’s transformation and the collapse of classical liberalism, to nationalism, religion, aesthetics, conspiracy culture, and the growing alliance between the populist Left and the collectivist Right—this episode exposes how tribalism is replacing reason across the political landscape.Is the “New Right” actually conservative—or just another flavor of socialism?Why are freedom, individualism, and capitalism being sacrificed for tradition, power, and identity?And is there any political force left that still defends individual rights?This is a wide-ranging, provocative, and unapologetically philosophical discussion—with nearly two hours of sharp audience Q&A touching everything from Objectivism, religion, art, fascism, China, war, space capitalism, and the future of Western civilization.🔎 More on Nikos: https://ari.aynrand.org/experts/nikos-sotirakopoulos/👇 Jump to key moments below and join the fight for reason.📺 Watch the full episode: https://youtube.com/live/4qmruHOwq10⏱️ Timestamps – Main Discussion0:00 Introduction & welcome0:52 Nikos joins from Greece1:42 *2025* in review: ideological shifts & pivotal events2:01 Far Left vs Far Right: same collectivism, different aesthetics2:58 White nationalism & identity politics6:59 Milo Yiannopoulos, Richard Spencer & the New Right ecosystem7:52 Tucker Carlson’s transformation & audience manipulation13:21 Conspiracy theories, COVID & intellectual collapse16:37 European right-wing movements & national conservatism20:56 Abandoning classical liberalism for tradition24:08 Freedom, fascism & historical amnesia30:03 Integralists, national conservatives & American Christianity36:23 Aesthetics, art & the psychology of political power40:58 Skepticism & the future of classical liberalism44:58 Europe’s New Right vs the populist Left53:07 Reasons for optimism: positive global trends🎙️ Audience Questions (Highlights)59:41 Is modern socialism symbolic rather than economic? (San Francisco & homelessness)1:05:23 Does Nikos read fiction—and what shapes his thinking?1:12:51 Jesus, Socrates & hostile tribal attacks 😜1:15:55 Is the New Right self-defeating due to irrationality?1:20:34 From nihilism to Rand: art, music & sense of life1:28:16 Replacing “helping” with “creating” in moral philosophy1:31:43 If both parties are socialist, who defends rights?1:36:09 Would a moon colony be more capitalist than Earth?1:38:46 Has October 7 strengthened religion in Israel?1:44:08 Is the U.S. nearly as corrupt as China?1:49:29 Who in the U.S. today fits the definition of fascism?1:56:15 Warfare, altruism & Objectivism2:01:47 Meaningful work: fulfillment beyond elite careers2:09:40 Is Nikos optimistic about Objectivism’s cultural future?2:12:59 What we can still learn from Ayn Rand👉 Don’t miss this timely and high-level conversation with Nikos Sotirakopoulos -- and stay tuned for a principled defense of capitalism and economic liberty.📌 Tune in now for sharp analysis and bold ideas!  👉 Subscribe for more content that challenges the status quo.  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 #fascism #conservatism #democraticsocialism #selfishness #egoism #capitalism #philosophy #Morality ​#Objectivism​ #AynRand #politicslk #NewRight #RightWingSocialism #ClassicalLiberalism #Populism #WesternCivilizationBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

AMA & Hangout with Contributors (Dec 2025) | Yaron Brook ShowRecorded live on December 27, 2025If you want to understand the world through the lens of reason, individualism, and freedom, this is the conversation you won't want to miss.Reason vs. Rage: Taxes, War, Culture, and the Future of Freedom | Live AMAWhat happens when you drop the filter and let reason collide with today’s political, cultural, and moral chaos?In this wide-ranging AMA & Hangout with Contributors, Yaron Brook tackles everything from runaway taxation and Israel–U.S. tensions to conspiracy thinking, anxiety, parenting, culture, and the long game of spreading ideas. No scripts. No talking points. Just sharp analysis through the lens of reason, individualism, and freedom.This is not punditry—it’s philosophy applied to real life, real politics, and real questions from a live audience.👇 Jump to the topics that matter most to you 👇Timestamps – Main Topics0:32 – Welcome, show intro & upcoming events2:06 – Pragmatism, language, and why politics keeps getting worse20:14 – mRNA vaccine funding: skepticism, science, and state power24:10 – Objectivists in politics & personal stories from the trenches31:32 – Parental pride, growth, and personal change42:10 – WWII, conspiracy culture, and the myth of the “Dark Ages”55:33 – Anxiety, imagination, and the psychology of fear58:10 – Francisco d’Anconia, love, and values in relationshipsLive Audience & Super Chat Questions1:04:51 – Which episode featured Megyn Kelly’s torture rant—and why does it matter?1:58:13 – Can states raise billions without driving the wealthy away?2:00:56 – Does “the Left always win,” or does history tell a different story?2:02:54 – What is Alex Epstein focused on right now?2:03:17 – The USS Liberty incident: how did Israel and the U.S. move on?2:06:02 – If people shouldn’t plan 50+ years out, how do philosophies spread?2:07:06 – Should epistemology be taught before politics and ethics?2:09:13 – Why did America lose its “Sense of Life” so fast?2:10:11 – Thoughts on the film Nuremberg📌 Tune in for sharp analysis and bold ideas.👉 Join the next AMA by supporting the show on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/YaronBrook❤️ Subscribe, like, and share if you value independent, reason-based commentary.🎥 Watch the episode here: https://youtube.com/live/k23rTxGwD_oThe 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 #AynRand #Objectivism #FreeMarkets #WesternCivilization #Philosophy #IndividualRights #Capitalism #Reason #Freedom #Ethics #politics2025 #ReasonAndFreedom #Individualism #CulturalDeclineBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.

The Yaron Brook Show📺 Live December 26, 2025 Nigeria; Qatar; Antisemitism; NYT; Babies; Ukraine; Japan; Milei | Yaron Brook ShowFrom Nigeria to Milei: The World Is Breaking—and No One Wants to Admit WhyThe world is unraveling—and the media, the left, and the right are all lying about why.In this wide-ranging live global analysis, Yaron Brook takes on Nigeria, Qatar, antisemitism, Ukraine, Japan, Argentina’s Javier Milei—and the deeper philosophical forces driving global collapse. From tribalism and media corruption to Kant, Hegel, capitalism, and the future of freedom, nothing is off-limits.This is not punditry. It’s root-cause analysis—moral, philosophical, and political—grounded in reason and unapologetic clarity.🔥 Topics include:Why failed states keep failing (Nigeria, Somaliland)Qatar’s real role in global corruptionThe new antisemitism—from the left and the rightMedia rot at the New York TimesBabies, birth rates, and civilizational declineUkraine, Japan, Europe—and what the future actually holdsJavier Milei: reformer or missed opportunity?Why Objectivism isn’t “saving the world” (yet)💬 Plus: hard-hitting live audience questions on Kant, Hegel, capitalism, inequality, Trump, Musk, homelessness, and the psychology of hatred.📌 If you’re tired of surface-level takes and want to understand why the world looks the way it does, this episode is for you.👉 Subscribe for more content that challenges the status quo.🔗 Episode link: https://youtube.com/live/cWbnvbYfbDc⏱️ TOPIC TIMESTAMPS03:20 – Somaliland: What functional anarchy gets right06:00 – Nigeria: Why resource wealth breeds failure19:30 – Qatar: Money, power, and moral corruption32:35 – Antisemitism: A brain-eating virus43:55 – The New York Times & elite decay51:15 – Babies, birth rates, and civilizational suicide1:02:35 – Ukraine: Reality vs. propaganda1:07:00 – Japan: Stability, stagnation, and the future1:10:25 – Javier Milei: Radical reform—or not radical enough?💬 LIVE AUDIENCE QUESTIONS1:22:50 – Why isn’t Objectivism saving the world—or is it?1:24:13 – Is Kant’s morality about rejecting reason—or enforcing self-abnegation?1:25:43 – Can benevolence reach people who’ve only known hate?1:27:29 – Escaping Peter Keating: free will, reason, and hope1:28:15 – Does capitalism increase or reduce inequality—and should we care?1:31:11 – Europe in 5 years: decline or renewal?1:36:42 – Why no video of the Pinker talk?1:38:16 – Act first, confidence later?1:39:29 – Will Milei do anything truly radical?1:40:34 – Trump: deregulation and fascism—contradiction or myth?1:43:31 – Is there a homeless industrial complex?1:44:45 – Sophisticated left-wing antisemitism vs. crude right-wing bigotry1:47:14 – “Antisemitism is a brain-eating virus”1:48:08 – Hegel’s nonsense vs. Rand’s clarity—why did Hegel win?📌 See pinned comment for full 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#GlobalPolitics #Antisemitism #Objectivism #Capitalism #JavierMilei #MiddleEastPolitics #WesternCivilization #PhilosophyAndPolitics #WorldAffairs #racism #russiaukrainewar #antisemitism #newyorktimes #billionaire #aynrand #FreeMarkets #LibertyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/yaron-brook-show--3276901/support.