Peter Schwartz discusses whether charity can be considered virtuous, if it is satisfying to the giver. This is an excerpt from the Q-&-A session of “The Virtue of Selfishness: Why Achieving Your Happiness Is Your Highest Moral Purpose,” an ARC Lecture Series talk delivered by Mr. Schwartz on February 4, 2005.
In Leonard Peikoff’s latest podcast of philosophical Q&As, topics include: discussing religion with children; sex education; and the use of profanity.
Yaron Brook discusses what could happen in the U.S. and in Iran while the news media are distracted by the death of Michael Jackson. (Pajamas TV interview; 8 min.)
Yaron Brook discusses the moral roots of socialized medicine, and why a morality of self-interest will lead to better policies. The failure of U.S. policy towards Iran is also examined. (Pajamas TV interview; 19 min.)
Leonard Peikoff has posted a new podcast of philosophical Q&As on his Web site. Topics include the meaning of “spiritual”; military service under an irrational foreign policy; and protecting oneself against irrationality in college classrooms.
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