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Podcast: Not Funny Guys Presents Off the Reels
Episode: Episode 63.5: Episode 2 of Why?
Description: This is Episode 2: Tony Stark reads Ayn Rand and Thor acts out Shakespeare.Topics of DiscussionObjectivism: is the philosophy of rational individualism founded by Ayn Rand (1905-1982). It holds that there is no greater moral goal than achieving one's happiness. But one cannot achieve happiness by wish or whim. It requires rational respect for the facts of reality, including the facts about our human nature and needs. It requires living by objective principles, including moral integrity and respect for the rights of others. Politically, Objectivists advocate laissez-faire capitalism. Objectivism is benevolent, holding that th...