A Case Against Determinism-with Professor Andrew Bernstein and James Valliant

About this episode

The episode features a discussion on determinism with Objectivist philosophers Professor Andrew Bernstein and James Valliant.

Professor Andrew Bernstein is an Objectivist philosopher, a public speaker, and a prolific author.James Valliant is a retired prosecutor, a proponent of Objectivism, and an author.About Michael Liebowitz – Host of The Rational EgoistMichael Liebowitz is the host of The Rational Egoist podcast, a philosopher, author, and political activist committed to the principles of reason, individualism, and rational self-interest. Deeply influenced by the philosophy of Ayn Rand, Michael uses his platform to challenge cultural dogma, expose moral contradictions, and defend the values that make human flourishing possible.His journey from a 25-year prison sentence to becoming a respected voice in the libertarian and Objectivist communities is a testament to the transformative power of philosophy. Today, Michael speaks, writes, and debates passionately in defence of individual rights and intellectual clarity.He is the co-author of two compelling books that examine the failures of the correctional system and the redemptive power of moral conviction:Down the Rabbit Hole: How the Culture of Corrections Encourages Crime https://www.amazon.com.au/Down-Rabbit.. .View from a Cage: From Convict to…

People in this episode

Host: Michael Liebowitz

Guests: Professor Andrew Bernstein, James Valliant

Topics covered

• determinism
• Objectivism
• philosophy
• individualism
• moral conviction

Keywords

• determinism
• Objectivism
• philosophy
• individual rights
• moral contradictions

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Rational Egoist, Objectivism

Books & works: Down the Rabbit Hole: How the Culture of Corrections Encourages Crime, View from a Cage: From Convict to Crusader for Liberty

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