The Rational Egoist: The Myth of Mental Illness and the Therapeutic State with Jeffrey Schaler

In this episode of The Rational Egoist, host Michael Liebowitz interviews Jeffrey Schaler, author of "Szasz Under Fire," to discuss Thomas Szasz's psychology and his belief that mental illness is a myth. They delve into the concept of involuntary psychiatry and the notion that no one should be forced into treatment.

They explore the idea that mental health is an existential problem of living and that individuals must be free to make their own decisions.Schaler argues that even with mental illness, people still have the free will to make good decisions.

He challenges the notion that just because someone hears a voice telling them to do something, it means they must do it. Schaler also questions the validity of mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or anxiety, as physical malfunctions since the mind cannot be identified through an autopsy.The conversation also touches on the idea of gender being a subjective experience of being male or female, while sex is the biological component.

They discuss how branding someone as mentally ill due to identifying as a different gender takes away their freedom of speech and uses psychology as law.The episode concludes with a discussion on addiction and the belief that it is not a disease, but rather a volitional behavior that people can control. Liebowitz and Schaler argue that psychology has become an extension of the law, and that psychologists cannot know with certainty who may harm themselves or others. They challenge the idea that statistics are used in courts to remove responsibility and plead insanity, and emphasize the importance of individual freedom and responsibility in mental health treatment.

Michael Liebowitz is a philosopher, political activist, and host of the Rational Egoist podcast. He is a passionate advocate of reason and his views have been heavily influenced by the philosopher Ayn Rand. Liebowitz has dedicated his life to promoting its principles of rational self-interest, individualism, and reason. In addition to his work as a podcast host, Liebowitz is also a prominent spokesperson for the Libertarian Party for Connecticut - USA and has been involved in a number of political debates advocating for individual rights and freedoms through his YouTube videos and interviews. Liebowitz's life story is a testament to the transformative power of the writings of Ayn Rand.

After spending 25 years in prison, he was able to turn his life around by embracing the principles of rational self-interest and morality espoused by Ayn Rand. He has since become an influential voice in the libertarian and Objectivist communities, using his own experience to inspire others to live their lives in accordance with reason, individualism, and self-interest. Liebowitz is also the co-author of "Down the Rabbit Hole: How the Culture of Correction Encourages Crime," a book that explores the ways in which misguided societal attitudes towards punishment and rehabilitation have led to a rise in crime and recidivism.

In addition to his work in politics and philosophy, Liebowitz is a regular guest on the Todd Feinburg show at WTIC, where he provides expert commentary on a range of political and social issues.

The Rational Egoist: Debunking the False Premise of ESG Funds with Lipton Matthews

In this episode of The Rational Egoist, host Michael Liebowitz interviews researcher and Mises publications contributor, Lipton Matthews, to discuss the false premise of ESG funds. ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance, and is a type of emotional investment fund that appeals to wokeism rather than proper economics.

Matthews provides an objectivist perspective by arguing that the principal purpose of a business is to create value for shareholders, and any concerns beyond that are irrelevant to the proper functioning of the market.

The conversation centers on how ESG funds are based on the false premise that businesses should be responsible for addressing social and environmental issues.

Matthews argues that ESG funds undermine the efficiency of the market by prioritizing non-financial criteria over financial performance, leading to lower returns for investors. He also reveals that economic analysis of ESG funds has shown that companies with ESG funds generally underperform those without them.

Matthews explains that ESG funds are generally an emotional appeasement to the woke movement, rather than a sound economic choice. He contends that ESG funds are not linked to the purpose of a business, which is making money, and are a political movement rather than an economic or entrepreneurial movement.

Matthews also argues that wokeism is similar to Marxism and based on utilitarian utopia, almost like a religion.

He emphasizes that economic freedom produces better economic growth than good governance, and people who do not understand capitalism do not realize that the houses they live in and the cheap goods they buy are due to capitalism.

Overall, this episode of The Rational Egoist provides a critical analysis of ESG funds from an objectivist perspective, debunking their false premise and arguing for the importance of economic freedom and sound economic decision-making in the proper functioning of the market.

Michael Liebowitz is a philosopher, political activist, and host of the Rational Egoist podcast. He is a passionate advocate of reason and his views have been heavily influenced by the philosopher Ayn Rand.

Liebowitz has dedicated his life to promoting its principles of rational self-interest, individualism, and reason. In addition to his work as a podcast host, Liebowitz is also a prominent spokesperson for the Libertarian Party for Connecticut - USA and has been involved in a number of political debates advocating for individual rights and freedoms through his YouTube videos and interviews.

The Rational Egoist: Navigating Schisms in the Liberty Movement with Scott Schiff from The Atlas Society

The Rational Egoist: Exploring the Differences Between Conservatism and Libertarianism with Joe Markley

In this episode of The Rational Egoist, Michael Liebowitz interviews Joe Markley, former Connecticut state senator, on the differences between conservatism and libertarianism. They delve into the fundamental principles of libertarianism, which prioritize the protection of individual rights and property.

They contrast this with conservatism's emphasis on tradition and preservation of the status quo.The conversation touches on various issues, including qualified immunity, zoning laws, minimum wage, the war on drugs, and immigration.

They discuss how these policies impact individual liberty and minority groups, and how they are often grounded in a collectivist attitude.Joe Markley highlights how conservatism sometimes struggles to identify the root cause of problems and is therefore less effective in addressing them. Meanwhile, libertarianism's focus on individualism and property rights allows for a more comprehensive approach to policy-making.

Tune in to The Rational Egoist to gain insights on the philosophical differences between conservatism and libertarianism and how they inform policies that affect our daily lives.

Michael Liebowitz is a philosopher, political activist, and host of the Rational Egoist podcast. He is a passionate advocate of reason and his views have been heavily influenced by the philosopher Ayn Rand. Liebowitz has dedicated his life to promoting its principles of rational self-interest, individualism, and reason. In addition to his work as a podcast host, Liebowitz is also a prominent spokesperson for the Libertarian Party for Connecticut - USA and has been involved in a number of political debates advocating for individual rights and freedoms through his YouTube videos and interviews. Liebowitz's life story is a testament to the transformative power of the writings of Ayn Rand.

After spending 25 years in prison, he was able to turn his life around by embracing the principles of rational self-interest and morality espoused by Ayn Rand. He has since become an influential voice in the libertarian and Objectivist communities, using his own experience to inspire others to live their lives in accordance with reason, individualism, and self-interest. Liebowitz is also the co-author of "Down the Rabbit Hole:

How the Culture of Correction Encourages Crime," a book that explores the ways in which misguided societal attitudes towards punishment and rehabilitation have led to a rise in crime and recidivism. In addition to his work in politics and philosophy, Liebowitz is a regular guest on the Todd Feinburg show at WTIC, where he provides expert commentary on a range of political and social issues.

The Rational Egoist: The Case Against Protectionism and the Path to Laissez-Faire Capitalism

Michael Liebowitz is a philosopher, political activist, and host of the Rational Egoist podcast. He is a passionate advocate of reason and his views have been heavily influenced by the philosopher Ayn Rand. 

Liebowitz has dedicated his life to promoting its principles of rational self-interest, individualism, and reason. In addition to his work as a podcast host, Liebowitz is also a prominent spokesperson for the Libertarian Party for Connecticut - USA and has been involved in a number of political debates advocating for individual rights and freedoms through his YouTube videos and interviews. 

Liebowitz's life story is a testament to the transformative power of the writings of Ayn Rand. After spending 25 years in prison, he was able to turn his life around by embracing the principles of rational self-interest and morality espoused by Ayn Rand. He has since become an influential voice in the libertarian and Objectivist communities, using his own experience to inspire others to live their lives in accordance with reason, individualism, and self-interest. 

Liebowitz is also the co-author of "Down the Rabbit Hole: How the Culture of Correction Encourages Crime," a book that explores the ways in which misguided societal attitudes towards punishment and rehabilitation have led to a rise in crime and recidivism. In addition to his work in politics and philosophy, Liebowitz is a regular guest on the Todd Feinburg show at WTIC, where he provides expert commentary on a range of political and social issues.

The Rational Egoist: Exploring the Link between Irrationality and Nihilism in Today's Culture with Dave Goodman

The Rational Egoist: Understanding Transgender Identity with Ashley Stahl

In this episode of The Rational Egoist, host Michael Liebowitz interviews Ashley Stahl, a transgender woman, to discuss the objective definition of words and whether a trans woman is actually a woman.

Ashley shares her personal journey of transformation, living with gender dysphoria, and making the choice to transition into a gender that aligns with her identity. The discussion delves into how society can accept and include individuals with gender dysphoria, as well as the effects of online bullying and the importance of treating individuals with respect and dignity.

Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of transgender identity and how to approach this topic with objectivity and compassion.

Michael Liebowitz is a philosopher, political activist, and host of the Rational Egoist podcast. He is a passionate advocate of reason and his views have been heavily influenced by the philosopher Ayn Rand. Liebowitz has dedicated his life to promoting its principles of rational self-interest, individualism, and reason. In addition to his work as a podcast host, Liebowitz is also a prominent spokesperson for the Libertarian Party for Connecticut - USA and has been involved in a number of political debates advocating for individual rights and freedoms through his YouTube videos and interviews.

In this episode of The Rational Egoist Podcast, host Michael Liebowitz interviews Gabrielle Bauer, the author of the book Blindsight is 2020, about Covid dissidents and the philosophical implications of Covid policies. T

hey delve into the idea that socialism has turned science into a religion to follow instead of realizing that science is based on information that is constantly changing. They discuss how individualism was not considered in the Covid policies, which led to both vaccine mandates and delays, ultimately resulting in government intervention on both sides.

The conversation also touches on the shaming and bullying that occurred during the pandemic, as people were judged and put into boxes based on their mask-wearing habits. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on the intersection of philosophy and Covid policies.

Michael Liebowitz is a philosopher, political activist, and host of the Rational Egoist podcast. He is a passionate advocate of reason and his views have been heavily influenced by the philosopher Ayn Rand.

Liebowitz has dedicated his life to promoting its principles of rational self-interest, individualism, and reason. In addition to his work as a podcast host, Liebowitz is also a prominent spokesperson for the Libertarian Party for Connecticut - USA and has been involved in a number of political debates advocating for individual rights and freedoms through his YouTube videos and interviews.

Liebowitz's life story is a testament to the transformative power of the writings of Ayn Rand. After spending 25 years in prison, he was able to turn his life around by embracing the principles of rational self-interest and morality espoused by Ayn Rand. He has since become an influential voice in the libertarian and Objectivist communities, using his own experience to inspire others to live their lives in accordance with reason, individualism, and self-interest.

Liebowitz is also the co-author of "Down the Rabbit Hole: How the Culture of Correction Encourages Crime," a book that explores the ways in which misguided societal attitudes towards punishment and rehabilitation have led to a rise in crime and recidivism. In addition to his work in politics and philosophy, Liebowitz is a regular guest on the Todd Feinburg show at WTIC, where he provides expert commentary on a range of political and social issues.

The Rational Egoist - Evidence-based Correction Practices to Reduce Recidivism

The Rational Egoist Podcast with Michael Liebowitz: The Constitutionality of Immigration Laws with Professor Ilya Somin