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Live Mar 11, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show
9/11 & Iran War; Oil; Taiwan; WA Taxes; More | Yaron Brook Show

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Live Mar 10, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show
Season 12, Episode 49
War; Drones; Oil; ISIS; Piers Morgan; New AI; Nuclear; Flying Cars | Yaron Brook Show

War with Iran? Drones, Oil, ISIS, Nuclear Escalation & the Tech Revolution—What Happens Next? 

The world feels like it’s accelerating toward chaos. War tensions rise, drones redefine the battlefield, oil politics shape global power, and nuclear risks loom in the background. At the same time, artificial intelligence breakthroughs and flying cars promise a technological revolution.

In this episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron breaks down the moral, political, and strategic implications of the week’s biggest developments—from Middle East conflict and Iranian strategy to the cultural influence of figures like Piers Morgan and the rapid evolution of AI.

Is the world sliding toward greater conflict—or standing on the edge of unprecedented technological progress?

Yaron also takes live audience questions on everything from MAGA politics and Iran’s internal stability to Ukraine, China, homelessness policy, and the future of Objectivism.

If you want a clear moral and philosophical framework for understanding today's geopolitical chaos—this episode is essential viewing.

Watch, comment, and share your perspective below. 
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⏱️ Episode Timeline
01:20 War: Escalation, strategy, and what comes next
28:25 Drones: The technology transforming modern warfare
34:10 Oil: Energy, geopolitics, and global power
45:10 ISIS: Is the threat returning?
50:25 New AI: The next wave of intelligence technology
55:10 Nuclear: Risks, deterrence, and global stability
56:30 Flying Cars: Sci-fi becoming reality
59:30 Piers Morgan: Media narratives and influence

💬 Live Audience Questions
1:08:46 Thank You, Yaron!
1:08:59 If markets boom under Trump, does MAGA gain credibility despite destructive policies?
1:09:58 What would most quickly demoralize supporters of Iran’s Islamic Republic? Collapse or surrender?
1:14:13 Do political commentators eventually believe their own lies—or know it’s all a performance?
1:15:11 Would forcibly placing homeless individuals into shelters violate rights?
1:16:21 After MAGA fades, how could Objectivism rise politically?
1:16:57 Tomahawk or cruise missiles—what’s the difference?
1:17:09 What is Iran’s real strategy against Israel and the region?
1:18:03 Xi Jinping’s call for ethnic unity—sign of rising fascism?
1:18:33 Ukraine advances—how might Putin respond?
1:18:59 Ibrahim Traoré bans political parties—are parties necessary or harmful?
1:19:58 If Iran targets tankers in Hormuz, what weapons pose the biggest threat?
1:21:26 Best order to study Objectivism courses again?
1:22:02 Could resistance inside Iran be supported remotely?
1:22:57 Iranian women football players granted asylum—what does it say about the regime?
1:23:19 Is it worse if Congress refuses war—or if a president bypasses Congress?

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Live Mar 9, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show
Season 12 - Episode 48
New Supreme Leader; War Update; Taxes & Welfare state; Housing; Tucker | Yaron Brook Show

Iran After the Ayatollah: War, Welfare, Housing, and the Rise of the New Right 

The Middle East may be entering a historic turning point.

With a new Supreme Leader emerging in Iran, the war against the Iranian regime enters a dangerous new phase. What happens next? Will the regime collapse—or double down?

On this episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron breaks down the latest war developments, Hezbollah’s role, and the strategic mistakes that created decades of “forever wars.” He also dives into the deeper ideological battles shaping today’s politics—from the failure of the welfare state to the housing crisis, and the disturbing rise of right-wing anti-Semitism pushed by figures like Tucker Carlson.

Why has the welfare state failed to eliminate poverty?
Why are housing prices exploding?
Why is the new populist right flirting with ideas that echo the worst ideologies of the 20th century?
And what would it actually take to defeat the Iranian regime once and for all?

🔥 Yaron answers these questions and more in a wide-ranging episode that connects war, politics, economics, and ideology.

If you want clarity about what’s happening in the world right now—this episode delivers it.

⏱️ MAIN TOPICS
05:05 New Supreme Leader 
19:55 War Update 
39:40 Hezbollah 
48:10 Taxes & Welfare state 
54:00 Housing 
1:01:35 Tucker

💬 AUDIENCE QUESTIONS
1:15:37 – “Forever War” Strategy: Were Iraq and Afghanistan distractions from confronting Iran?
1:18:42 – Hitler and the Nature of Evil: Why didn’t Hitler personally attend the Wannsee Conference or visit concentration camps?
1:21:33 – Trump vs Spain: Is banning trade with Spain a justified response?
1:22:46 – Biography of Iran’s Late Supreme Leader: What shaped the man who ruled Iran for decades?
1:23:33 – The Iranian Revolution: Could a future show explore the history behind it?
1:23:51 – Opening the Strait of Hormuz: What would it actually take militarily?
1:25:12 – Welfare vs Poverty: Do Democrats believe welfare can eliminate poverty?
1:28:16 – Depression vs Nihilism: How does someone move from despair to destructive nihilism?
1:29:24 – The Politics of Taxing the Rich: How the logic of redistribution spreads.
1:30:11 – Housing Policy: Would restricting corporations from buying homes lower prices?
1:31:08 – Supporting the Show: A listener shares their vaccine study payment with the show.
1:31:51 – Religion and War: If God exists, why the silence amid so much death?
1:33:01 – Objectivist Movement History: Were there political intrigues surrounding Leonard Peikoff’s succession?
1:34:56 – Regime Change in Iran: Why haven’t Iranians risen up yet?
1:35:39 – Anti-Semitism on the Right: Is it simply a modern form of Nazism?
1:36:53 – Expert Interviews: Why conversations with specialists matter.
1:37:10 – Tucker Carlson’s Incentives: What does he gain from amplifying anti-Semitic narratives?
1:37:56 – Supreme Court & Tariffs: Was the ruling too weak to stop Trump’s economic nationalism?
1:38:51 – The Charlie Kirk Assassination: What does it mean when intellectuals are targeted for their ideas?
1:40:18 – Right vs Left: Is today’s right becoming more dangerous than the left?
1:41:23 – Regime Change in Iran: Would dismantling the IRGC be necessary?

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📺  Live March 9, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show Interviews
Bonus Episode Season 12, Episode 7
Conversation with Andrew Fox -- Iran War, Gaza | Yaron Brook Show

Frontline Intelligence: Iran’s War, Gaza’s Lessons, and the Future of Modern Conflict 

What is really happening in the Iran war—and where could it lead?

In this special interview episode of The Yaron Brook Show, Yaron sits down with frontline conflict researcher Andrew Fox to break down the strategic realities behind the headlines.

Fox has visited Gaza, Hezbollah tunnel networks in Lebanon, and the front lines in Ukraine, giving him rare insight into how modern conflicts actually unfold. In this conversation, Yaron and Andrew analyze the military and geopolitical dynamics shaping the Iran war and what the long-term consequences might be.

They discuss:
• Could the war lead to regime change in Iran?
• How serious is Iran’s nuclear ambition?
• What role could Hezbollah play in escalating the conflict?
• Could Iran threaten the Strait of Hormuz and global energy markets?
• What strategic role is China playing?
• What the Gaza war teaches about the future of urban warfare

Fox’s experience—from service in the British Army to teaching at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst—offers a unique perspective on how military professionals assess modern warfare.

If you want serious strategic analysis beyond media narratives, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

⏱️ Episode Timeline
00:40 Who Is Andrew Fox?
02:00 Iran War: What’s Really Happening
05:05 Could This Lead to Regime Change in Iran?
10:20 Iran’s Nuclear Goal — How Close Are They?
12:55 Iran’s Missile Capabilities
14:30 The Strait of Hormuz — Could It Be Shut Down?
22:05 US & Israel Military Capabilities
24:05 China’s Strategic Calculations
26:50 Will Hezbollah Join the War?
30:55 Possible Long-Term Outcomes
33:30 The Role of Gulf States
53:10 Lessons From Gaza: The Future of Urban Warfare

About Andrew Fox
Andrew Fox is a frontline conflict researcher and former Major in the Parachute Regiment of the British Army, where he served for 16 years (2005–2021). During his military career he completed three tours in Afghanistan—including one embedded with U.S. Army Special Forces—as well as deployments in Bosnia, Northern Ireland, and the Middle East. He later served as a senior lecturer at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, teaching war studies, military theory, and leadership to officer cadets.

Andrew now specializes in defense analysis, Middle East conflict, and the psychology of disinformation. He is a Senior Associate Fellow at the Henry Jackson Society and has conducted field research in Gaza, Hezbollah tunnel networks in Lebanon, and the front lines in Ukraine. A frequent media contributor and author, he has appeared on outlets including Fox News, BBC Newsnight, and Sky News, and his work has been published in The Spectator, The Daily Telegraph, and the New York Post.

Andrew Fox Links
-- Official website: https://www.andrewfox.online/
-- Henry Jackson Society:  https://www.henryjacksonsociety.org
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Live Mar 8, 2026 | Yaron Brook Show
Season 12, Episode 47
War Update; Tucker; Dugin; More | Yaron Brook Show

Iran’s Regime Shaking, Tucker’s Madness, and Dugin’s Dark Vision — What the West Still Doesn’t Understand

The Middle East may be on the brink of a historic turning point.

As the Iranian regime weakens and war reshapes the region, the West faces a deeper ideological crisis: a growing alliance of authoritarian mysticism, nationalism, and anti-Western nihilism represented by voices like Tucker Carlson and Russian ideologue Alexander Dugin.

In this episode of the Yaron Brook Show, Yaron analyzes the latest war developments, explains why the collapse of Iran’s regime could reshape the Middle East, and breaks down the disturbing intellectual trends gaining influence in the West.

Why are figures like Tucker Carlson suddenly echoing narratives that align with authoritarian regimes? Who exactly is Alexander Dugin—and why do his ideas matter? And what does all of this reveal about the philosophical vacuum in Western culture today?

Yaron also answers a wide range of live audience questions—from the meaning of a successful life, to Trump’s motivations in foreign policy, to whether Russia and China should be confronted if they back Iran.

If you want to understand the ideas driving global conflict—not just the headlines—this episode is essential viewing.

Subscribe for more analysis of politics, philosophy, and the future of Western civilization.

⏱️ Topic Timestamps
01:10 War Update — What’s happening now and why it matters
43:15 Upcoming Shows & Events
44:55 Tucker Carlson — Why his rhetoric on Israel and the Middle East is dangerous
1:03:45 Alexander Dugin — The ideology behind Russia’s anti-Western movement

💬 Live Audience Questions
1:24:07 Is caring about how you’ll be remembered after death second-handed?
1:27:07 “Tomorrow is promised to no one” — wisdom or malevolent universe thinking?
1:28:12 What are Trump’s real motivations in confronting Iran?
1:31:30 Is Trump unique in rejecting the intellectual establishment?
1:33:54 Listener appreciation and reflections on Yaron’s Middle East analysis
1:36:53 Iran documentaries: Why portrayals of the country differ so dramatically
1:37:11 How did Tucker Carlson and Alexander Dugin become so influential?
1:38:07 Should Yaron interview Reza Pahlavi about Iran’s future?
1:39:12 What’s happening in Gaza and the West Bank now?
1:40:15 Is issuing Treasury bonds a proper function of government?
1:41:50 Could Trump secretly have a strategy toward Iran?
1:43:18 Is the U.S. Constitution the right philosophical standard?
1:47:18 Why do people struggle to see cause-and-effect relationships?
1:47:48 If Russia and China support Iran, should they be confronted?

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