Don't Let It Go
309 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 76 ratingsAmy is a radical for capitalism and free speech, discussing News/Politics/Law/Culture
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Libertarians, Opioids, Voters and Endorsements
September 30, 2016 19:00 - 1 hour - 82 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. Should one vote for Gary Johnson? We'll discuss the debate among Objectivists about this issue, plus (unfortunately) revisit the topic of opioid abuse and addiction. More topics as well, go to my blog for Program Notes.
Charlotte, Charlatans & A Culture of Censorship
September 23, 2016 19:00 - 1 hour - 81.2 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. Go to my blog to check out Program Notes for today's show.
Edward Snowden vs. Privacy
September 16, 2016 19:00 - 1 hour - 80.7 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. While Edward Snowden has done heroic things to expose our government's unjust mass surveillance programs, he's unfortunately promoting the same theory of privacy that gave rise to those programs. Tune in to hear more. Other stories, too. See Program Notes at my blog about an hour before showtime.
Earbuds, Airpods, and Aleppo
September 09, 2016 19:00 - 1 hour - 82.2 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. Was Hillary wearing an earbud? What difference does it make? Will Airpods be the most expensive things you'll ever lose? And what is Aleppo? These stories and more on today's show.
Taking Stock on Atlas Shrugged Day 2016
September 02, 2016 19:00 - 1 hour - 72.3 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. Ayn Rand began writing her magnum opus, ATLAS SHRUGGED, on this day in 1946. It's a good day to take stock of how much life continues to imitate--or even go beyond--what Rand dramatized in her novel. See Program Notes at my blog for all the stories, etc., I plan to discuss.
Keeping Your Eye On The Prize
August 26, 2016 19:00 - 1 hour - 82.1 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy of Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff Revisiting Rand's advice that we never think of pain or danger or enemies a moment longer than is necessary to fight them, something that seems particularly apt this election year. See Program Notes at my blog for all the stories, etc., I plan to discuss.
The Reign of The Arbitrary
August 19, 2016 19:00 - 1 hour - 82.3 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. The arbitrary leapt out of the pages of several news stories this week. We'll discuss them, and why it matters. See Program Notes at my blog for all the stories, etc., I plan to discuss.
Are Truth and Justice Still the American Way?
August 12, 2016 19:00 - 1 hour - 82.3 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. With two Presidential candidates both accused of varying degrees of dishonesty, and numerous instances of injustice that we see in the news daily, can we really say truth and justice are the American way anymore? What can we do to bring these back? Check out Program Notes at my blog about an hour before show time.
#NeverTrump #NeverHillary #MaybeJohnson
August 05, 2016 19:00 - 1 hour - 82 MBShow discussing news, politics & culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff In the last two weeks I analyzed Trump's and Clinton's nomination acceptance speech's, respectively. This week we look at the Johnson/Weld ticket along with some other news of the week. Check out my blog about an hour before showtime to see Program Notes and more.
It Takes a Village To Destroy America
July 29, 2016 19:00 - 1 hour - 82 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. Today's show will focus on analyzing Hillary Clinton's acceptance speech at the DNC last night, a speech that tried to recast our country's founding, and told of her plans to remake America, in her collectivist image. Other stories, too. Go to my blog about an hour before showtime to check out Program Notes.
A Republican Party...If You Can Keep It
July 22, 2016 19:30 - 1 hour - 82.1 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. Does the GOP's nomination of Donald Trump signal the end of the Republican Party? Should it? This and more on today's show. Check out my blog about one hour before showtime on Friday to see Program Notes for today's show.
Nihilism At Home and Abroad
July 15, 2016 19:00 - 1 hour - 83.6 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. Nihilistic terrorism again strikes France at the end of a week in which Barack Obama continues his nihilism with respect to the office of the President in Dallas and his Attorney General shuns justice and the rule of law. These stories and more. Check out Program Notes at my blog (posted about an hour before showtime) for links to all the stories, etc., I plan to disc...
Hillary Clinton vs. The Rule of Law
July 08, 2016 19:00 - 1 hour - 79.3 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. This show features a discussion with former San Diego County Deputy District Attorney James Valliant about FBI Director James Comey's Recommendation that Hillary Clinton Not Be Charged For Improper Handling of Classified Material on Her Email Server.
Will Britain Make The Most of Brexit?
June 24, 2016 19:00 - 1 hour - 82.2 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff.
When Government Goes After Your Guns and Your Arguments
June 17, 2016 19:00 - 1 hour - 81.9 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. In the wake of Orlando, Democrats are predictably calling for gun control. And in other news, the MA attorney general is trying to prevent Exxon from defending itself by means of argument. These stories and more in today's show.
A Culture of Censorship II: Silicon Valley
June 12, 2016 03:00 - 1 hour - 81.4 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. Is Google manipulating search data? What does a plan to have high tech companies enforce EU speech codes mean for your freedom of expression? These stories and more in this week's show. Check out my blog a couple of hours before showtime to see all the Program Notes.
Don't Let It Go Unheard: Either-Or
June 05, 2016 03:00 - 1 hour - 81.9 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. In this show: A review of some of the week's top news stories, loosely centered on the theme, "Either-Or". Check my blog for Program Notes about an hour before showtime.
Don't Let It Go Unheard: Trying to "Boil the Ocean" & Other Worthwhile Pursuits
May 27, 2016 19:00 - 1 hour - 81.8 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. In an interview about his battle with Gawker, Peter Thiel said he wouldn't fight Gawker if it wasn't unique--that he wouldn't "try to boil the ocean." Is that the right approach? Why not try to "boil the ocean"? This and more on today's show. Check my blog about an hour before show time for Program Notes.
Don't Let It Go Unheard: Surviving Election 2016--And Beyond
May 22, 2016 03:00 - 1 hour - 81.8 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff This week we'll continue our discussion of 2016 voting strategies, but we'll also turn our focus to some good (and useful) news. Go to my blog for Program Notes.
How Far To Accommodate Others' Ignorance?
May 13, 2016 19:00 - 1 hour - 85.2 MBShow discussing news/politics/culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff Today we'll consider the question I asked last week at a more abstract level, and go beyond the Hillary v. Donald issue to consider a couple other examples of the same issue.
Don't Let It Go...UntoasTED
May 08, 2016 03:00 - 1 hour - 82.2 MBTed Cruz, the best candidate who had a shot in 2016, has left the race. We'll send him off properly in this show. Show discussing news/politics/culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff.
Don't Let It Go Unheard: Prince, Earth Day, and Reconsidering Hope
April 24, 2016 03:00 - 1 hour - 86 MBShow discussing news/politics/culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff.
Why LGBTQ People (And Everyone Else) Should Support NC & MS "Anti-LGBTQ" Laws
April 17, 2016 03:00 - 1 hourShow discussing news/politics/culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. Are NC & MS "Anti-LGBTQ" Laws actually Anti-LGBTQ? Are they anti-business, as some allege? Listen and find out! (Better yet, call in and tell me what you think!)
Panama Papers: Just Another Reminder That Taxation Is Theft
April 08, 2016 19:00 - 1 hourShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff.
Timothy Sandefur on Vanishing Property Rights, Indian Child Welfare & More
April 01, 2016 19:00 - 1 hourIn this episode: An interview with lawyer and author Timothy Sandefur, who is currently the VP for litigation at the Goldwater Institute. Topics to include: vanishing property rights, the unconstitutionality of the Indian Child Welfare Act & more! "Don't Let It Go...Unheard" is a weekly show discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff.
At Least The World Hasn't Ended Yet (As Al Gore Predicted It Would)
March 25, 2016 19:00 - 1 hourAl Gore predicted the world would end a few days ago. Despite all the terrible news this week, we are still here and can still fight.
Justice As Endangered Species: Encryption, 'Billy Budd,' & the Unity of Rights
March 18, 2016 19:00 - 1 hour - 84.8 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff.
Give Me Liberty Or Give Me Trump
March 11, 2016 20:00 - 1 hour - 81.9 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff.
Yoga, Penis Size, and Other Non-Presidential, Presidential Debate Topics
March 04, 2016 20:00 - 1 hour - 82 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff, who today will be joined by Sunny Lohmann to discuss last night's presidential debate & more.
Apple vs. "1984"
February 26, 2016 20:00 - 1 hour - 86.2 MBShow discussing news, politics & culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff.
Innovation, Intervention, Interest Rates, ISIS & Ignorance
February 12, 2016 20:00 - 1 hour - 81.9 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. For Program Notes, check out the blog about an hour before showtime.
Election, Education, Ethanol, Environmentalism and Economic Freedom
February 05, 2016 20:00 - 1 hour - 82.1 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff.
Post-Debate Debriefing with Sunny Lohmann
January 29, 2016 20:00 - 1 hour - 82.1 MBShow discussing news/politics/culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff.
GOP Establishment Clamor to Fill Empty Vessel, Donald Trump
January 22, 2016 20:00 - 1 hour - 81.8 MBShow discussing news/politics/culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff
The Delusional State of the Union
January 15, 2016 20:00 - 1 hour - 81.9 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff.
Don't Let It Go Unheard: New Year's Day 2016
January 01, 2016 20:00 - 1 hour - 82.2 MBShow discussing news/politics/culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. For program notes, visit the blog about an hour before show time.
Post-Debate Debriefing #3
December 18, 2015 20:00 - 1 hour - 82.2 MBShow discussing news/politics/culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. Check out Program Notes at my blog about one hour before showtime to see all the stories, etc., I plan to discuss.
Pain, Danger and Enemies
December 11, 2015 20:00 - 1 hour - 82.1 MBShow discussing news/politics/culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. Today, a discussion of several of this week's news stories with an eye toward maintaining a certain mindset about them, inspired by Ayn Rand's Atlas Shrugged. Check out Program Notes for today's show at my blog; they'll be available shortly before showtime.
Obama Admin. Pledges Allegiance to Islam, Declares War on 1st, 2nd Amendments
December 04, 2015 20:00 - 1 hour - 54.6 MBShow discussing news/politics/culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy of Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. In the wake of Wednesday's jihadist attack in California, the Obama Administration makes a renewed push for gun control and threatens to prosecute those who use "anti-Muslim rhetoric...[that] edges toward violence". These stories and more in today's show. About an hour before showtime, Program Notes can be found at my blog.
The Metaphysical, the Man-Made, and Politicians
November 27, 2015 20:00 - 1 hour - 81.7 MBShow discussing news/politics/culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. Today we'll a few recent news stories, focusing on proper evaluation of nature/"the environment" and politicians. Go to my blog about an hour before showtime to check out the Program Notes for this show.
Refugees and The Right to Bear Arms
November 20, 2015 20:00 - 1 hour - 81.2 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. Today we'll discuss the recent terrorist atrocities as well as the debate over the admission of Syrian refugees that has arisen as a result of these attacks. Also planned is a discussion of the importance of the right to bear arms, particularly today. Go to my blog for program notes about an hour before showtime.
America's Culture of Censorship
November 06, 2015 20:00 - 1 hour - 82.1 MBShow discusing news/politics/culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. A review of some of the week's top news stories, focusing on the issue of censorship and thought control. About an hour before showtime, you can check out the show's program notes at my blog.
Ryan, Rackets, “Reporting,” Radio, Racism and Routs
October 23, 2015 19:00 - 1 hour - 82.3 MBShow discussing news/politics/culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. For show notes, check out my blog here. Paul Ryan runs for Speaker; Benghazi Hearing exposes Clinton's lie; WSJ smears Theranos; Levin turns defeatist; Obama defends BLM & more
Heists, Homicides, Heroes & High Wires
October 16, 2015 19:00 - 1 hour - 82.4 MBShow discussing news/politics/culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff For show notes, including links to stories discussed, check out my blog.
Obama Lies About Jobs, Gun Violence
October 09, 2015 19:00 - 1 hour - 82.3 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff.
Is Nihilism The New Normal?
October 04, 2015 05:30 - 1 hour - 74.6 MBNote: Technical difficulties caused the sound to drop in patches. Sorry! Will go back to Skype next week. Show discussing News/Politics/Culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff.
Religion vs. America
September 27, 2015 03:00 - 1 hour - 82.3 MBA number of stories illustrating the ways that religion, in 2015, is working to destroy everything that makes America great. The Pope's visit, the fraudulent "clock," and more. Show discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff.
Post-Debate Debriefing #2
September 17, 2015 19:00 - 1 hour - 82.3 MBShow discussing news/politics/culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. Today we'll discuss last night's round two GOP debate. Join in live by phone or chat!
"Religious Liberty" vs. Liberty
September 11, 2015 19:00 - 1 hour - 82.4 MBShow discussing news/politics/culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. Some cases of "religious liberty" are valid--e.g., the right not to bake a cake for a gay wedding--but now the concept is being applied in a misleading way. This topic & more will be discussed on the 14th anniversary of 9/11. Show also features a report on the 9/9 rally to stop the Iran Deal, at which Ted Cruz, Donald Trump & Mark Levin spoke. For other topics I plan to di...
Barack Obama vs. The American Sense of Life
September 04, 2015 19:00 - 1 hour - 82.2 MBShow discussing news, politics and culture from the perspective of Ayn Rand's philosophy, Objectivism. Hosted by Amy Peikoff. In this show, Amy focuses on the ways in which Obama's policies undermine the basic pillars of the American Sense of Life, with the Iran "Deal" being just the latest example.