
In this podcast, a self-identified Socialist examines the arguments in Ayn Rand's book, Atlas Shrugged. Far from simply shooting down the ideas in the book, Jonathan Seyfried does their best to argue on fair ground. Through a close read, listeners will come away with a genuine appreciation for Rand's strongest arguments as well as an understanding of the flaws. NOTE: this is not a read aloud of At... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 45 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Categories | PhilosophyArtsBooksSociety & Culture | ||||

In this final episode, Jonathan discusses recent life changes that led to the break in episodes. Alas, this will be the last episode for a long while. Thank you to all the listeners who have corresponded and shared their experiences with the podcast.... more
In this episode, Jonathan explores Hank Reardon's perception that business enterprise is a "shameful cult." This involves a larger discussion of the value of work and the psychological toll of living with people who have different values. Jonathan me... more
In this episode, Jonathan finishes up their discussion of Chapter 5. We see Dagny and Francisco interact in the novel's present time. The dialog reinforces the pattern for Francisco: keeping secrets and acting paternalistic toward Dagny. However, we ... more
In this episode, Jonathan discusses the end of the backstory of Francisco and Dagny's relationship. In reference to the "exhilaration" of Francisco's manic overworking, Jonathan draws out the distinction between workaholism and flow state. Flow state... more
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This podcast is the best literary class / book club / intellectual conversation / current commentary all rolled up! Every episode brings to light something new for me to contemplate. I could pause the podcast every few minutes and have a whole conversation about what was just said. And Jonathan has such great insights when comparing our times with the times in which Ayn Rand was writing … and before. Prepare to learn, laugh, and live better.
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