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- 2026-05-24 - How To Keep From Being Cynical - Five Minutes With Robert & Amy Nasir - Ep 312In which Amy & Robert discuss how to not be cynical, as an Objectivist, and as a human being. Ambition and engagement in an imperfect world. Also, Brooklyn, Dylan, and Victoria vs. Columbia ... it's complicated!59 min
- 2026-05-10 - Mother's Day & Out-Mormoning the Mormons - Five Minutes with Robert & Amy Nasir - #310
In which Robert & Amy wish you a Happy Mother's Day, and discuss life, religion, and Objectivism. Also, the joy of moms ("clean your room!"), railroads, and a Happy Birthday to Bono, Donovan, and the great Fred Astaire!
1 hr 11 min - 2026-05-03 - Love - Hate = Love - Five Minutes with Robert & Amy Nasir - Episode 309In which Robert & Amy do the math. Plus, a Big Announcement! Also, Machiavelli, Charity, Trebor, The Kentucky Derby, and Lemonade Stands ... and D.O.A.: Words - Action = Zero: earning what you want, asking for what you want, getting what you want.1 hr 5 min
- 2026-04-26 - On Reading The Owners Manual - Five Minutes with Robert & Amy Nasir - Episode 308In which Robert & Amy talk about you. And I. The virtue of selfishness; tips on minding your business, getting what you want, being who you are. And having a nice day. How (and why) to integrate passion and equanimity. Happy Birthday, Marcus Aurelius ... Stoicism and Objectivism. Ludwig Wittgenstein and Melania Trump (56). World Intellectual Property Day, Garage Day, No-Makeup Day ... and your comments and questions!58 min
- 2026-04-19 - Five Minutes, Six Questions - Five Minutes with Robert & Amy Nasir - Episode 307In which we talk about the past, the future, and this moment right now. Also, War, TV, Music, Sport, Food, Friends, Parties, and what matters most.1 hr 23 min
- 2026-04-05 - Happy Amy Easter Day! - Five Minutes with Robert & Amy Nasir - Episode 305In which we celebrate Amy Easter, as the stars align and Amy turns [Forever Young], no resurrection required, and ARTEMIS II approaches the Far Side Of The Moon! Also, lots more Happy Birthdays, the "Happy" guy, what war is good for, Deep Dish Pizza Day, and George Washington exercises the first presidential veto ... remember the olde days, when Congress used to pass legislation for the President to sign?1 hr 35 min
- 2026-03-29 - Of Course You Realize, This Means War! - Five Minutes with Robert & Amy Nasir - #304In which Robert & Amy discuss war, peace, heroes, spies, leadership, anti-natalism, and life. Also, Vangelis, Xena, Star Trek (DS9), and Happy Piano Day ... the 88th day of the year!1 hr 15 min
- 2026-03-22 - The Selfishness Of Virtue! - Five Minutes with Robert & Amy Nasir - Episode 303
In which Robert & Amy chat about Virtue Ethics for Fun & Profit ... how to think about morals (and how not to)! "Good? Bad? I'm the guy with the gun." Also, The Stamp Act, cheers to Beer & Wine (thanks, FDR!), why blondes have more fun (and do they, really?), and Happy Future Birthday to Captain James T. Kirk!
1 hr 14 min - 2026-03-15 - Seven Ways To Live An Extraordinary Life!! - Five Minutes with Robert & Amy Nasir #302Robert & Amy share a baker's half-dozen ways to live large! Also, spring's coming (or autumn for ya'all south of the equator), St. Paddy's in two days ... and bloodletting as deliciously selfish!1 hr 20 min
- 2026-03-01 - On Compliments & The Primacy Of Values - Five Minutes with Robert & Amy Nasir - Ep 300
In which Robert & Amy examine Justice, and The Primacy of Values and conclude ... you look marvelous! The first duty of justice. The practical win-win nature of compliments. Building a house versus knocking one down. Why war is more than "killing people and breaking things" ... what are we fighting for? Applauding virtues and values, ignoring mistakes and missteps, fighting lethargy and evil. Strategies for finding the motivation to excel. Also, The Dark Side Of The Moon turns 53, the Salem Witch Hunt begins, and Roger Daltrey turns 82 ... his hopes denied, he didn't die before he got old. Compliments and observations ... oh, you pretty things!
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About Five Minutes With Robert Nasir
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Five Minutes With Robert Nasir is a weekly discussion about life. Robert and co-host Amy Nasir talk about living well, with an emphasis on rationality, benevolence, and success.