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In this podcast we will be talking about 9 Life Lessons From Ayn Rand. Ayn Rand  was a Russian-American writer and philosopher who lived in the twentieth century and is credited as a founder of philosophy of Objectivism.  So with that in mind, here are 9 important lessons that we can learn from Ayn Rand -  01. Use reason in everything 02. Be selfish  03. Follow your own values  04. Don't play the victim  05. Develop your self-esteem 06. Be honest 07. Earn your money honourably 08. Never give up 09. Always Keep growing I hope you enjoyed watching the video and hope these 9 Life Lessons From Ayn Rand will add value to your life.  Ayn Rand  was a Russian-American writer and philosopher who lived in the twentieth century. Born in Russia, she moved to America when she was in her 20's; there she wrote several novels, some of the most famous being: The Fountainhead and Atlas Shrugged. Towards the end of her life, she focused more on philosophy, founding the philosophy of Objectivism, the four main principles of which are: Objective reality, which is the reality that exists independently of consciousness, Absolute reason, which means that the guidance of facts far outweighs the guidance of faith or emotion, Individualism, which means the proper moral purpose of one's life is the pursuit of one's own happiness, and Laissez-faire capitalism, which is a system based on protecting human rights and property rights. Her main philosophical view is that knowledge can be acquired only through the process of reasoning and she rejected religion and faith. She attacked many past philosophers, with the exception of a few, like Aristotle and Thomas Acquinas. She was inspired by Nietzsche and John Locke and she was against Immanuel Kant, whom she named “the most evil man in mankind's history” because she thought his ethics opposed the self-interests of human beings. During her life, she was involved in many political movements and made connections with journalists, economists, including the economist Ludwig von Mises, who referred to her as "the most courageous man in America", a compliment that pleased her because he said "man" instead of "woman", implying that she was more courageous, had more guts than any man. Through the Objectivism movement, her work became known more and more to the public.

Series: He Loves Us More than He Loves Himself Originally aired 05/25/2025

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In Ep. 195, Susie (@NovelVisits) and Sarah are back to share their favorite books that missed last year's Summer Reading Guide and our #1 picks for each category featured in my 2025 Summer Reading Guide. Plus, they begin by sharing how their summer reading habits have evolved over the years. This post contains affiliate links through which I make a small commission when you make a purchase (at no cost to you!). CLICK HERE for the full episode Show Notes on the blog. Once again, we are happy to offer a Printable Cheatsheet for this year's Guide: Get the Cheatsheet from Patreon Get the Cheatsheet from Substack Summer Reading [7:42] The Evolution of Our Summer Reading Journeys [8:41] Books Mentioned by Susie London by Edward Rutherfurd (1997) [15:09] The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson (2005) [16:09] The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins (2008) [16:12] Twilight by Stephenie Meyer (2005) [16:15] Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese (2009) [16:31] The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown (2013) [16:32] 11/22/63 by Stephen King (2011) [16:34] Books Mentioned by Sarah Jaws by Peter Benchley (1974) [17:57] The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand (1943) [21:02] Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand (1957) [21:03] Fall of Giants by Ken Follett (2010) [21:06] Books That Missed Last Year's Summer Reading Guide [24:23] Sarah JFK Jr.: An Intimate Oral Biography by RoseMarie Terenzio and Liz McNeil (2024) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [24:27]  Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty (2024) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [29:08] Hunted by Abir Mukherjee (2024) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [35:51] Susie The Most by Jessica Anthony (2024) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [27:10]  The Library at Mount Char by Scott Hawkins (2015) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [31:52] Blue Light Hours by Bruna Dantas Lobato (2024) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [38:01] Other Books Mentioned The Measure by Nikki Erlick (2022) [30:13] Our #1 Summer Picks by Category  [40:37] Something Light / Fun Sarah: The Road to Tender Hearts by Annie Hartnett (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [41:23]  Susie: The Correspondent by Virginia Evans (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [45:36]  Other Books Mentioned Unlikely Animals by Annie Hartnett (2022) [41:35] Something Fast-Paced / Intense Sarah: Dead Money by Jakob Kerr (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [50:27]  Slow-Burn Suspense Susie: The Death of Us by Abigail Dean (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [52:40]  Something With a Bit More Substance Sarah: Broken Country by Clare Leslie Hall (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org [55:54]  Susie: Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [58:46]  Other Books Mentioned Dream State by Eric Puchner (2025) [1:00:00] Something Different Sarah: Show Don't Tell by Curtis Sittenfeld (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [1:01:33]  Susie: Deep Cuts by Holly Brickley (2025) | Amazon | Bookshop.org  [1:03:47]  Other Books Mentioned Prep by Curtis Sittenfeld (2005) [1:02:59] Daisy Jones & the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid (2019) [1:06:24]

Ep.245 Natia Lemay (b. 1985 in Toronto, Ontario) was raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, and is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Her Interdisciplinary autoethnographic practice reflects her lived experience. Through personal stories, she interrogates the intersections between the mind, the body, and space to understand how these experiences relate to a broader cultural context. Natia Lemay has exhibited widely throughout North America. The artist was selected for the 2024 Fountainhead residency in Miami and the 2022 Royal Drawing School Residency in Dumfries, Scotland. She was awarded the National Trust Prize at Expo Chicago 2024, with her work acquired by High Museum in Atlanta in addition to being collected by the Art Gallery of Ontario, The Minneapolis Institute of Art, The Minnesota Museum of American Art, The North Dakota Museum of Art and The Montclair Museum of Art. She received her BFA from Ontario College of Art and Design in 2021 with a minor in Social Sciences and her MFA from Yale School of Art in 2023. Photo Credit is Gesi Schilling: Fountainhead Artist Residency Artist https://www.natialemay.com/ Whitehot Magazine https://whitehotmagazine.com/articles/her-first-nyc-solo-show/5792 Fountainhead Arts https://www.fountainheadarts.org/fhtv/artists/natia-lemay Juxatpoz https://www.juxtapoz.com/news/magazine/features/natia-lemay-the-act-of-being-seen/ Perrotin https://www.perrotin.com/artists/natia_lemay/1335#biography Galerie Nicolas Robert https://www.gallerynicolasrobert.com/natia-lemay Hyperallergic https://hyperallergic.com/851029/miami-fountainhead-residency-2024-selected-artists/ Ocula https://ocula.com/art-galleries/wilding-cran-gallery/artworks/natia-lemay/these-strange-girls-will-radiate-in-our-darkness/ Culture Type https://www.culturetype.com/tag/natia-lemay/ New American Paintings https://www.newamericanpaintings.com/artists/natia-lemay

Send us a textToday's episode is my conversation about the 1928 films Street Angel and Skyscraper. My friend Beth Lisogorsky from Beth's TV & Film Recommendations joins me to discuss the films and we talk about some of the visual touches in Street Angel, how vertigo inducing some of the images in Skyscraper are, and a wonderful relationship between to two leads in Skyscraper. Check out the previous episode where Beth and I first covered Street Angel. You can watch Street Angel and Skyscraper YouTube and be sure to check out Beth's newsletter.Other films mentioned in this episode include:Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans directed by F. W. MurnauFour Devils directed by F. W. MurnauMurnau's 4 Devils: Traces of a Lost Film directed by Janet Bergstrom"The Arrival of a Train at La Ciotat Station" directed by the Lumiere BrothersSpeedy directed by Ted Wilde and Clyde BruckmanAn Affair to Remember directed by Leo McCareyLove Story directed by Arthur HillerLove Affair directed by Leo McCareyGood Will Hunting directed by Gus Van SantOther referenced topics:The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand"At the Intersection of Love & Technology" by Beth LisogorskyVariety review of SkyscraperPhotoplay Magazine review of SkyscraperLetterboxd review of Skyscraper by @ChristofCritique from silentsaregolden.com

Send us a textIn this value-packed episode of the Customer Success Playbook podcast, Shep Hyken returns for Part 2 of our three-part series to address the billion-dollar question: How do companies balance price sensitivity with the growing demand for exceptional customer experiences? From mentalism to magic moments, Shep draws surprising parallels between sleight-of-hand and customer loyalty while unpacking game-changing insights from his CX research.Detailed Analysis: Kevin Metzger and Roman Trebon dive deep with customer service guru Shep Hyken, and this time it's all about one powerful word: convenience. Drawing from his acclaimed book The Convenience Revolution and the 2025 State of Customer Service and CX report, Shep lays out how brands can make price less relevant by making the customer experience more effortless. And no, that doesn't mean grand gestures—it means smart, consistent, and friction-free experiences.Key insight? A whopping 59% of consumers are willing to pay more for a better experience, but especially for one that's more convenient. Case in point: Shep shares a brilliant Wall Street Journal case study showing how simplifying subscription forms led to a measurable increase in conversions. The takeaway? Every unnecessary field is a friction point that erodes revenue.Shep also explores how the pandemic accelerated customer expectations for convenience—a trend that is here to stay. He uses real-life examples, including Amazon and even a local car dealership in St. Louis, to prove that making things easy builds loyalty that price alone can't buy.And if you thought this was all business, think again. Shep opens the episode with a personal twist—his love for guitar, magic, and Ayn Rand's The Fountainhead, weaving them seamlessly into his customer service philosophy.Don't miss this episode if you're in customer success, support, or CX leadership. For more context and deeper insights, explore Shep's full CX research at https://hyken.com/research/.Now you can interact with us directly by leaving a voice message at https://www.speakpipe.com/CustomerSuccessPlaybookCheck out https://funnelstory.ai/ for more details about Funnelstory. You can also check out our full video review of the product on YouTube at https://youtu.be/4jChYZBVz2Y.Please Like, Comment, Share and Subscribe. You can also find the CS Playbook Podcast:YouTube - @CustomerSuccessPlaybookPodcastTwitter - @CS_PlaybookYou can find Kevin at:Metzgerbusiness.com - Kevin's person web siteKevin Metzger on Linked In.You can find Roman at:Roman Trebon on Linked In.

In de podcast Wat Blijft een aflevering over Ayn Rand, Amerikaans romancier en filosoof. Ze was de grondlegger van het objectivisme, een filosofische stroming. Rand groeide op in Rusland en vertrok in 1926 naar de Verenigde Staten waar ze niet veel later de Amerikaanse nationaliteit aannam. Haar grootste successen waren The Fountainhead (1943) en Atlas Shrugged (1957), boeken die haar naam en faam brachten, maar ook debat veroorzaakten. Critici verwijten Rand het egoïsme te prediken. Onder conservatieven is ze geliefd, Elon Musk citeert regelmatig uit haar werk.   Maker Annette van Soest praat met NRC-columnist en historica Floor Rusman, tv-regisseur en schrijver Bert van der Veer en politicus Yernaz Ramautarsing, nu lid van Belang van Nederland. 

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1. Who Is Babylon in the Book of Revelation?2. Babylon Is Connected to the Tower of Babel and Adam's Raised Hand.3. Babylon Is the Fountainhead of Corrupt Worship.4. I Changed my Mind About the Beast.5. I Believe that Nero Is the Initial Fulfillment of the Beast.6. Asia Minor Was a Center of Emperor Worship. 7. The Book of Revelation Recapitulates its Visions.8. Nero and Rome Do not Exhaust the Prophecies About the Beast.9. The Lord Jesus Christ Has not Yet Returned.10. America in 2025 Is in Great Danger.11. Jesus Is the Only Hero in History.

Ayn Rand's philosophical novel The Fountainhead is one of the most-read and most  and quoted books of the 20th century. Dismissed and loved in equal measure, it polarised critics and readers.  The Fountainhead expressed Rand's strong beliefs about the role of the creator, the need for freedom, and the moral imperative of self-interest. One of the few novels dedicated to the profession of architecture, The Fountainhead's ideas about architects and architecture continue to influence how we think about the profession today. In this episode, Antony and Justine discuss the novel, its pros and cons, and why it is still a treasured reference for right-wing thinkers today. Quote: “In reviewing my career to date, I came to the conclusion that I have worked on a true principle: the principle that constant change is a necessity of life.   Since buildings are an indispensable part of life, it follows that architecture must change constantly.  I have never developed architectural prejudices for myself, but insisted on keeping my mind open to all the voices of the times.   The fanatics who went around preaching that all structures must be modern were just as narrow minded as the hidebound conservatives who demanded that we employ nothing but historical styles.   I do not apologise for those of my buildings which were designed in the Classical tradition.   They were an answer to the needs of their era.  Neither do I apologise for the buildings which I designed in the modern style.   They represent the coming better world.  It is my opinion that in the humble realisation of this principle lies the reward and the joy of being an architect.” The character of architect Peter Keating, The Fountainhead Links: John Crace on Ayn Rand, The Guardian, 2009 https://www.theguardian.com/books/2009/mar/11/ayn-rand Social: Instagram: @lightscitiesarchitecture LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justine-costigan/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/antony-dimase/ Credits: Editor: Justine Costigan This episode was recorded at Image online, Abbotsford, Australia. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/aaron-paul-low/always-for-youLicense code: FKADBZMC5CF0HIR8

https://youtu.be/hPO8IQvENTY Podcast audio: In this episode of The Ayn Rand Institute Podcast, Elan Journo interviews, Bud Brigham, a lifelong entrepreneur and the founder of multiple successful companies, most notably Atlas Energy Solutions. Mr. Brigham built his career on a vision of innovation and an uncompromising commitment to individualism, values deeply informed by Ayn Rand's philosophy of Objectivism. In this interview, Mr. Brigham shares how The Fountainhead and Atlas Shrugged inspired him to take bold risks and create lasting value in the energy sector. Among the topics covered: Introduction to the Roundtable and to Bud Brigham; What motivates Brigham's continuing entrepreneurship; How Brigham's companies innovated to overcome economic and technological challenges; Brigham's battle to build the innovative Dune Express, the world's second-longest conveyor belt transporting fracking sand;   How Objectivist ideas have inspired and empowered Brigham's career; How Brigham works to encourage industry peers to stand up on principle against demands for regulation;   Brigham's advice for young entrepreneurs; Brigham's favorite passage from Ayn Rand. The interview with Mr. Brigham occurred at a recent ARI Donor Roundtable on January 25, an event usually available exclusively for donors. If you'd like to participate in the next Roundtable event, consider joining ARI as a supporter.

An atheist, a radical for capitalism, a caricature of a greedy libertarian, a best-selling novelist, a difficult partner and passionate lover, and the self-proclaimed greatest philosopher since Aristotle: Ayn Rand was many things, and we talk about almost all of them in this epic episode. To do so, we called upon historian Jennifer Burns, whose intellectual biography, Goddess of the Market: Ayn Rand and the American Right , is enormously helpful in trying to understand an idiosyncratic writer who, both then and now, fits ambiguously into the "fusionist" post-war conservative movement. Rand remains a controversial figure whose ideas permeate our culture and continue to inspire some of the most consequential (and least appealing) political figures in the United States. To understand Rand and her influence, we examine her family's experiences during and after the Russian Revolution, her journey to the U.S. and early success in Hollywood, the arduous path she trod to become a writer, Rand's involvement in anti-New Deal politics in the 1930s and 40s, her ideas, philosophy, and scandalous personal life, and much more.Sources:Ayn Rand, The Fountainhead  (1943)— Atlas Shrugged (1957)— We the Living (1936)Jennifer Burns, Goddess of the Market: Ayn Rand and the American Right (2009)— Milton Friedman: The Last Conservative (2023)Whittaker Chambers, "Big Sister Is Watching You," National Review, Dec 28, 1957Murray Rothbard, "The Sociology of the Ayn Rand Cult," (1972)Mary Gaitskill, Two Girls, Fat and Thin (1991)Lisa Duggan, Mean Girl: Ayn Rand and the Culture of Greed, (2019)— "Ayn Rand and the Cruel Heart of Neoliberalism," Dissent, May 20, 2019.Adam Curtis, All Watched Over by Machines of Loving Grace, (2011)Listen again:"Milton Friedman and the Making of Our Times," Dec 3, 2023...and don't forget to subscribe to Know Your Enemy on Patreon to listen to all of our premium episodes!

Have any questions, insights, or feedback? Send me a text!Mishlei 16:22 - How Fools Relate to the Fountainhead of Lifeמְקוֹר חַיִּים שֵׂכֶל בְּעָלָיו וּמוּסַר אֱוִלִים אִוֶּלֶת:Length: 1 hour 23 minutesSynopsis: This evening (1/27/24), in our Monday Night Mishlei shiur, we learned a surprisingly difficult pasuk about what seems to be the bread and butter of Mishlei: how fools relate to intelligence and mussar. We came up with three approaches on our own, then learned Rabbeinu Yonah's (after not getting anywhere with Metzudas David). The pasuk ended up being relevant to everyone in more ways than usual, and left us with a useful metaphor which can help apply this idea to our lives.-----מקורות:משלי טז:כבתרגום ופירוש רס"גאבות ד:אמצודת דודרבינו יונה - משלי טז:כב; א:כבקהלת ז:כט-----The Torah content for the rest of January is sponsored by Avital, “to continued growth, learning and clarity IY”H. Thank you for all your guidance!”-----If you've gained from what you've learned here, please consider contributing to my Patreon at www.patreon.com/rabbischneeweiss. Alternatively, if you would like to make a direct contribution to the "Rabbi Schneeweiss Torah Content Fund," my Venmo is @Matt-Schneeweiss, and my Zelle and PayPal are mattschneeweiss at gmail. Even a small contribution goes a long way to covering the costs of my podcasts, and will provide me with the financial freedom to produce even more Torah content for you.If you would like to sponsor a day's or a week's worth of content, or if you are interested in enlisting my services as a teacher or tutor, you can reach me at rabbischneeweiss at gmail. Thank you to my listeners for listening, thank you to my readers for reading, and thank you to my supporters for supporting my efforts to make Torah ideas available and accessible to everyone.-----Substack: rabbischneeweiss.substack.com/Patreon: patreon.com/rabbischneeweissYouTube Channel: youtube.com/rabbischneeweissInstagram: instagram.com/rabbischneeweiss/"The Stoic Jew" Podcast: thestoicjew.buzzsprout.com"Machshavah Lab" Podcast: machshavahlab.buzzsprout.com"The Mishlei Podcast": mishlei.buzzsprout.com"Rambam Bekius" Podcast: rambambekius.buzzsprout.com"The Tefilah Podcast": tefilah.buzzsprout.comOld Blog: kolhaseridim.blogspot.com/WhatsApp Content Hub (where I post all my content and announce my public classes): https://chat.whatsapp.com/GEB1EPIAarsELfHWuI2k0HAmazon Wishlist: amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/Y72CSP86S24W?ref_=wl_sharel

Today we celebrate Ayn Rand's Birthday. February 2, 1905 will live forever once her ideas gain hold in a culture. Any culture - hopefully America's. The sooner the better.We also discuss other positive cultural trends such as homeschooling, the Progress movement, and other stuff, e.g.,, how to send a RandsDay boostagram (digital telegram wither a donation / super comment with a payment) of 221,905 Satoshis (bits of a Bitcoin).Call-to-Action: After you have listened to this episode, add your $0.02 (two cents) to the conversation, by joining (for free) The Secular Foxhole Town Hall. Feel free to introduce yourself to the other members, discuss the different episodes, give us constructive feedback, or check out the virtual room, Speakers' Corner, and step up on the digital soapbox. Welcome to our new place in cyberspace!Show notes with links to articles, blog posts, products and services:Anthem - CliffNotesEgo - WiktionaryMartin's blog, EGOMartin's podcast, EGO NetCastAyn Rand: A Sense of LifeUrkällan (The Fountainhead in Swedish) - WikipediaThe Fountainhead - CliffNotesThe Fountainhead (film) - WikipediaThe Fountainhead - Warner Bros.The Fountainhead - IMDbWe the Living (movie)We the Living - The Ayn Rand InstituteRoots of Progress Institute Boom SupersonicJames Pethokoukis - The Breakthrough InstituteUp Wing / Down Wing - Faster, Please! newsletterAyn Rand's quote on smokestacks - Return of the Primitive: The Anti-Industrial RevolutionSearch on "Frank Lloyd Wright" - The Secular Foxhole siteAtlas Shrugged - CliffNotesSearch on "homeschool" - The Secular Foxhole site

On Truth & Movies this week after paying tribute to the late, great David Lynch we discuss the truly epic The Brutalist and spoke to it's cinematographer Lol Crawley. We also review Steven Soderbergh's Presence and, for film club, revisit The Fountainhead.Joining host Leila Latif are Hannah Strong and Sophie Monks Kaufman.Truth & Movies is the podcast from the film experts at Little White Lies, where along with selected colleagues and friends, they discuss the latest movie releases. Truth & Movies has all your film needs covered, reviewing the latest releases big and small, talking to some of the most exciting filmmakers, keeping you across important industry news, and reassessing great films from days gone by with the Truth & Movies Film Club.Email: truthandmovies@tcolondon.comTwitter and Instagram: @LWLiesProduced by TCO Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jennifer Burns is a historian of ideas, focusing on the evolution of economic, political, and social ideas in the United States in the 20th century. She wrote two biographies, one on Milton Friedman, and the other on Ayn Rand. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep457-sc See below for timestamps, and to give feedback, submit questions, contact Lex, etc. CONTACT LEX: Feedback - give feedback to Lex: https://lexfridman.com/survey AMA - submit questions, videos or call-in: https://lexfridman.com/ama Hiring - join our team: https://lexfridman.com/hiring Other - other ways to get in touch: https://lexfridman.com/contact EPISODE LINKS: Jennifer's X: https://x.com/profburns Jennifer's Website: https://www.jenniferburns.org Jennifer's Books: Milton Friedman biography: https://amzn.to/4hfy1HO Ayn Rand biography: https://amzn.to/4afr3A0 SPONSORS: To support this podcast, check out our sponsors & get discounts: Brain.fm: Music for focus. Go to https://brain.fm/lex GitHub: Developer platform and AI code editor. Go to https://gh.io/copilot LMNT: Zero-sugar electrolyte drink mix. Go to https://drinkLMNT.com/lex Shopify: Sell stuff online. Go to https://shopify.com/lex AG1: All-in-one daily nutrition drinks. Go to https://drinkag1.com/lex OUTLINE: (00:00) - Introduction (10:05) - Milton Friedman (24:58) - The Great Depression (39:15) - Schools of economic thought (50:22) - Keynesian economics (58:10) - Laissez-faire (1:06:00) - Friedrich Hayek (1:11:18) - Money and monetarism (1:26:03) - Stagflation (1:30:56) - Moral case for capitalism (1:34:53) - Freedom (1:39:51) - Ethics of competition (1:43:37) - Win-win solutions (1:45:26) - Corruption (1:47:51) - Government intervention (1:54:10) - Conservatism (2:00:33) - Donald Trump (2:03:09) - Inflation (2:07:38) - DOGE (2:12:58) - Javier Milei (2:18:03) - Richard Nixon (2:25:17) - Ronald Reagan (2:28:24) - Cryptocurrency (2:43:40) - Ayn Rand (2:51:18) - The Fountainhead (3:02:58) - Sex and power dynamics (3:19:04) - Evolution of ideas in history (3:26:32) - Postmodernism (3:37:33) - Advice to students (3:45:50) - Lex reflects on Volodymyr Zelenskyy interview PODCAST LINKS: - Podcast Website: https://lexfridman.com/podcast - Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2lwqZIr - Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2nEwCF8 - RSS: https://lexfridman.com/feed/podcast/ - Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLrAXtmErZgOdP_8GztsuKi9nrraNbKKp4 - Clips Channel: https://www.youtube.com/lexclips

Anne and Ryan digest the architectural drama, THE BRUTALIST starring Adrien Brody, Felicity Jones, Guy Pearce, and Joe Alwyn. Directed by Brady Corbet and written by Corbet and Mona Fastvold, THE BRUTALIST follows a fictional Hungarian-Jewish architect László Tóth (Brody) as he immigrates to America and falls under the patronage of a wealthy industrialist Harrison Lee Van Buren (Pearce). A critical hit and Oscar front-runner, THE BRUTALIST is undoubtedly epic in its ambition, length, and use of VistaVision, but is the film as monumental as the hype? Join us for a brutally honest discussion that takes some diversions into Wicked, Babygirl, Dave Eggers, Bradley Cooper, Funny Games, The Godfather, The Fountainhead and much, much more! THE BRUTALIST is currently in theaters.

https://youtu.be/duUDf-WuSVk Podcast audio: In this episode of The Ayn Rand Institute Podcast, Onkar Ghate and Nikos Sotirakopoulos discuss how to make one's life purposeful, without falling for the sacrificial tropes popular in our culture. Among the topics covered: Why aiming at a challenging, effortful life should not be equated with suffering; How to evaluate Jordan Peterson's notion that meaning is found outside of one's life; What is wrong with pursuing purpose by bearing others' burdens; Why achievement, not suffering, is the essence of human life and morality. Recommended in this podcast are Ayn Rand's novels Atlas Shrugged and The Fountainhead. The podcast was recorded on December 17, 2024 and released on January 1, 2025. Listen and subscribe from your mobile device on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Watch archived podcasts here.

Freedomain FLASH Livestream 21 December 2024In this holiday episode, I reflect on our absence and invite listeners to support Freedomain. I introduce a song quiz on Roger Miller's "King of the Road," leading to a discussion on the evolution of music and its creativity. I delve into deep conversations about familial challenges and touch on diverse topics, including Canada's household debt and the impact of parenting styles.As literature influences my views, I discuss "The Fountainhead" and its connection to creativity and aging. The conversation explores societal expectations around masculinity and femininity, modern dating, and emotional labor. I address listener inquiries, urging critical examination of personal experiences.I conclude by expressing gratitude for audience support and inviting contributions, offering exclusive content as a holiday incentive. This episode blends music, philosophy, and introspection while celebrating the season's spirit.GET MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING', THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI, AND AUDIOBOOK!https://peacefulparenting.com/Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free!Also get the Truth About the French Revolution, multiple interactive multi-lingual philosophy AIs trained on thousands of hours of my material, as well as targeted AIs for Real-Time Relationships, BitCoin, Peaceful Parenting, and Call-Ins. Don't miss the private livestreams, premium call in shows, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more!See you soon!https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2022

In this episode of The Art of SBA Lending, Ray Drew sits down with Chris Hurn to explore the complexities of entrepreneurship, leadership, and finance. Chris shares the story of winding down his previous company, Fountainhead, navigating the challenges of partnerships, and transitioning to his latest venture—a business bank in West Georgia. From educating clients about SBA loans to building a team that aligns with company culture, Chris highlights the balancing act between growth, innovation, and risk. He also offers insights into: The risks and rewards of entrepreneurship Effective marketing strategies for the modern business landscape Navigating the competitive world of SBA lending and business acquisitions Join Ray and Chris for a candid conversation about the evolving business world, and gain valuable takeaways for your own journey. Be sure to subscribe to keep up with the rest of our Vegas interview series from NAGGL 2024! This episode is sponsored by: The Content Store The Content Store is a video content agency specialized in podcast, YouTube, and short form video editing. Elevate your brand with premium video content today. Go to www.thecontentstore.com to get in touch.   Rapid Business Plans Rapid Business Plans is the go-to provider of business plans and feasibility studies for government guaranteed small business lenders. For more information, or to set up a Get Acquainted call go to http://www.rapidbusinessplans.com/art-of-sba   SBA Jobs Board Hiring for your SBA department? We've got you covered! SBA Jobs Board is here to bridge the gap between you and top SBA talent. Our Art of SBA Lending audience is packed with experts ready for their next career move. List your openings with us to connect with the best in the industry and find the right fit for your team. Live now on our new Art of SBA Website | https://www.artofsba.com/job-board   BDO's…let's start your weeks strong! Sign up for our weekly sales advice series, Sales Ammo. Every Monday morning wake up to a piece of Rays sales advice in your inbox to help you rise to the top. Subscribe here: https://www.artofsba.com/army-of-bdos Loving The Art of SBA Lending episodes? Make sure to follow along with our sister shows, The BDO Show and SBA Today, each week with the links below! https://www.youtube.com/@TheBDOShow http://www.youtube.com/@SBAToday Head to http://www.artofsba.com   for more information and to sign up for our must-read monthly newsletter to stay up to date with The Art of SBA Lending.

Originally Published August 11, 2022. Dr. Allen Lycka sits down with Chris Hurn, the founder and CEO of Fountainhead, a leading non-bank commercial lending firm. With over 23 years of expertise in SBA loan programs, Chris shares his journey of building a thriving business, navigating economic challenges, and helping small businesses secure essential financing. Tune in for a conversation that inspires action and provides invaluable insights into overcoming obstacles, adapting to change, and moving forward with purpose.   Chris Hurn is the Founder and CEO of Fountainhead, the nation's leading non-bank lender specializing in SBA 7(a) and 504 loans. He is also an Amazon best-selling author of The Entrepreneur's Secret to Creating Wealth, a guide to financial success for small business owners.   With a reputation as a thought leader in small business finance, Chris has appeared on PBS, FOX Business News (seven times), and numerous local TV and radio outlets. His insights have been featured in prestigious publications, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, Inc. Magazine, Entrepreneur, Forbes, and many others.   In addition to his work with Fountainhead, Chris co-founded Kennedy's All-American Barber Club, a franchised men's barbershop concept. Kennedy's offers premium haircuts, the timeless art of straight-razor shaves, and a curated selection of grooming products, all delivered in a nostalgic, membership-based club environment. With 16 locations across Florida, Connecticut, New Jersey, and Massachusetts, Kennedy's continues to redefine the barbershop experience for modern gentlemen.   Social Media: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrishurn/   X: https://x.com/thechrishurn   Fountainhead LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fountainhead-commercial-capital   Fountainhead X: https://x.com/Fountainhead504  Fountainhead Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Fountainhead504/   Fountainhead Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fountainhead504/    Thanks for listening to the show! It means so much to us that you listened to our podcast! If you would like to continue the conversation, please email me at allen@drallenlycka.com or visit our Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/drallenlycka. We would love to have you join us there, and welcome your messages. We check our Messenger often.   This show is built on “The Secrets to Living A Fantastic Life.” Get your copy by visiting: https://secretsbook.now.site/home   We are building a community of like-minded people in the personal development/self-help/professional development industries, and are always looking for wonderful guests for our show. If you have any recommendations, please email us!   Dr. Allen Lycka's Social Media Links Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/drallenlycka Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_allen_lycka/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drallenlycka LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allenlycka YouTube: https://www.YouTube.com/c/drallenlycka   Subscribe to the show. We would be honored to have you subscribe to the show - you can subscribe on the podcast app on your mobile device

Darla is joined by Stephanie Mahaney, an accomplished interior designer, to discuss the challenges and triumphs associated with relocating her business from Florida to Maine. Stephanie shares her journey, including rebranding efforts, digital and PR strategies, and the differences in design and client expectations between the two regions. The conversation also delves into Maine's project-based dynamics, sustainable design, and local networking efforts. Stephanie also offers valuable advice for designers contemplating a similar move. Originally from Bronxville, NY, Stephanie Mahaney moved to South Florida in her early teens where she discovered her love for design. Stephanie started her career at Kemble Interiors, Inc. in Palm Beach, and founded Stephanie Rae Interiors in 2014. Over its 10 years in business, the company has amassed an impressive portfolio. She divides her time between Jupiter, FL and Maine where she lives with her husband and three children. ***

Ep.225 Mario Moore, a Detroit native, received a BFA from the College for Creative Studies, Detroit, MI in 2009 and an MFA in Painting from the Yale School of Art, New Haven, CT in 2013. He is a recent Kresge Arts Fellow (2023) and a recipient of the prestigious Princeton Hodder Fellowship (2018-2019). He also has been awarded residencies at Duke University, Josef and Annie Albers Foundation, Fountainhead, and Knox College. Moore's work is in the permanent collections of but not limited to the Detroit Institute of Arts, Princeton University Art Museum and The Studio Museum in Harlem. Moore's work has been widely exhibited, including at the Smart Museum of Art, Chicago, IL; Cranbrook Art Museum, Bloomfield Hills, MI; Jeffrey Deitch Gallery, Los Angeles, CA; Arthur Roger Gallery, New Orleans, LA; The Cleveland Museum of Art, and Colby College Museum of Art. Mario Moore / Enshrined: Presence & Preservation exhibition—Moore's largest survey of work to date—opened at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, Detroit in June 2021 and traveled to the California African American Museum (CAAM) in March 2022, his first solo exhibition on the West Coast]. Moore's most recent traveling museum exhibition, Revolutionary Times opened at the Flint Institute of Arts in January 2024 and closed at the Grand Rapids Art Museum in August 2024. Mario Moore currently works and lives in Detroit, MI. Headshot by Danielle Eliska Artist https://www.mariomoorestudio.com/ ABC news https://www.abc12.com/video/detroit-native-brings-revolutionary-times-to-the-flint-institute-of-arts/video_1a604728-0a2e-5a4b-969d-f0304557c2a1.html Hour Detroit https://www.hourdetroit.com/art-topics/two-new-exhibitions-at-cranbrook-art-museum-highlight-detroit-artists/ Canvas Rebel https://canvasrebel.com/meet-mario-moore/ David Klein Gallery https://www.dkgallery.com/artists/45-mario-moore/ Grand Rapids Art Museum https://www.artmuseumgr.org/press-releases/artist-mario-moore-bridges-untold-stories-of-americas-past-and-present-at-the-grand-rapids-art-museum Kresege Arts https://kresgeartsindetroit.org/artist/mario-moore/ Shondaland https://www.shondaland.com/act/a40458000/detroit-artist-mario-moore-interview/ Outlier Media https://outliermedia.org/mario-moore-artist-detroit-painter-interview/ LSU Museum of Art https://www.lsumoa.org/mario-moore-responding-to-history CAA Museum https://caamuseum.org/exhibitions/2022/enshrined-presence-preservation Duke Arts https://arts.duke.edu/projects/mario-moore/ Duke Form https://www.dukeform.co/all-content/mario-moore Sakehile & Me https://www.sakhileandme.com/artists/mario-moore.htm Cranbrook Art Museum https://cranbrookartmuseum.org/events/artist-led-tour-skilled-labor-mario-moore-sabrina-nelson-richard-lewis/ CCS Detroit https://www.ccsdetroit.edu/news/mario-moore-honored-with-ccss-2023-distinguished-alumni-award/ Detroit Metro Times https://www.metrotimes.com/arts/mario-moore-tells-detroits-underground-railroad-history-in-new-exhibit-midnight-and-canaan-31303155 Cultured Mag https://www.culturedmag.com/article/2022/11/02/mario-moore-painting-black-history Princeton University https://www.cnn.com/2020/01/01/us/princeton-university-portraits-workers-trnd/index.html The Art Newspaper https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2020/01/20/princeton-artist-fellow-mario-moore-celebrates-african-american-workers

https://youtu.be/vCiKkxLAFJY Podcast audio: In this episode of New Ideal, Sam Weaver and Tristan de Liège discuss Atlantic writer Derek Thompson's idea that Americans are afflicted by a religious obsession with work that he calls “workism” and their view of the role of work in human life. Among the topics covered: Thompson's view on work and why it's worth talking about; Why making work central to one's life doesn't entail adopting a religious perspective; Understanding what causes burnout and lack of fulfillment in work; The Objectivist perspective on work. Mentioned in this podcast are Ayn Rand's novels The Fountainhead and Atlas Shrugged, her essay “Causality Versus Duty”, Gregory Salmieri's essay “The Act of Valuing (and the Objectivity of Values)” in A Companion to Ayn Rand edited by Allan Gotthelf and Salmieri, and de Liège's Ayn Rand University course Philosophical Perspectives on Work. This podcast was recorded on November 7, 2024, and released on November 20, 2024. Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcast. Watch archived podcasts here.

On the 417th episode of Piecing It Together, Josh Bell joins me to talk about Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis. After decades of trying to bring his passion project to the big screen, it's finally here... And it's kind of a goof. Puzzle pieces include Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace, Fateful Findings, Idiocracy and The Fountainhead.As always, SPOILER ALERT for Megalopolis and the movies we discuss!Written by Francis Ford CoppolaDirected by Francis Ford CoppolaStarring Adam Driver, Aubrey Plaza, Jon Voight, Shia LaBeouf, Nathalie EmmauelLionsgatehttps://www.lionsgate.com/movies/megalopolisJosh Bell is a film critic whose reviews can be read at CBR, Crooked Marquee, The Inlander and elsewhere. With comedian and filmmaker Jason Harris, he co-hosts the podcast Awesome Movie Year, at awesomemovieyear.com or wherever you listen to podcasts.Like Him on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/joshbellhateseverything/And Follow him on Twitter @SignalBleedMy sixth album, MORE CONTENT is available NOW on iTunes, Bandcamp and all other digital music stores! Make sure to check it out!My latest music is the 24 for 2024 series in which I'm releasing a new single on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of every month in 2024. 24 new songs total. Follow along on the Spotify Playlist at https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4PDKoUQ1CoFpiogLu2Sz4D?si=3cb1df0dd0384968My latest music video “Burn" which you can watch at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UxKAWFm0gAoThe song at the end of the episode is "The New World," a bonus track from my first album of bonus tracks Further Into The Dark.Make sure to “Like” Piecing It Together on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/PiecingPodAnd “Follow” us on Twitter @PiecingPodAnd Join the Conversation in our Facebook Group, Piecing It Together – A Movie Discussion Group.And check out https://www.piecingpod.com for more about our show!And if you want to SUPPORT THE SHOW, you can now sign up for our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/bydavidrosenYou can also support the show by checking out our TeePublic store to buy shirts and more featuring Piecing It Together logos, movie designs, and artwork for my various music projects at https://www.teepublic.com/stores/piecing-it-togetherShare the episode, comment and...

Hello our wonderful, winningest, winsome and wonderful audience.We watched a number of music videos on which we share our unvarnished views from:Lenny Kravitz : HoneyG-Dragon : PowerPharrell Williams : Piece By PieceWretch ft. Little Simz & Benjamin AD - Black and BritishTyla : Push 2 StartWe watched, read, played and listened to:Renegade Nell - Disney+Past Lives - NetflixBoarders - BBC 3 / iPlayerAgatha All Along - Disney +Only Murders in The Building - Apple TVDr Odyssey- Disney +All 3 Ari Lennox Albums (FO EP Deluxe, Sheabutter Baby, ASL Age Sex Location)Keith Sweat - TwistedPaper Mario and the Thousand-Year Door - Nintendo SwitchWoman of the Hour - NetflixSimone Biles Still Rising Pt.2 - NetflixDan DanDan - NetflixRun Like the Wind - CrunchyrollHow to Keep a Mummy - Crunchyroll We are Looking Forward toWatching Deji lose his mind over watching Dr Odyssey and just enjoying trash TV like back in the day before reality TV shows.Re-reading Fountainhead by Ayn Rand off the back of the result of the American election. Reading The Value of Everything making and taking in the global economy by Mariana MazzucatoWatching Rivals on Disney + Watching Nobody Wants This on NetflixWatching Silo Season 2 on Apple +Watching Before on Apple +Image courtesy of lookoutpoint.tvFind us at www.popgram.co.ukEmail us at : popgrampodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @popgrampodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/PopgramPodcast

In episode 12 of (Pop) Cultural Marxism, Ajay and Isi tackle Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis (2024). Kicking off with a review of a few recent pop-cultural engagements—including an assemblage of classic vampire films (Coppola's Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992), among them), Mubi's restoration of The Fall (2006), Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, and a pair of streaming series about professional wrestling—the conversation turns to Coppola's reactionary would-be summa about an architect attempting to construct a techno-futuristic utopia on a plot of land in “New Rome,” an alternate-world New York City as played against Roman and early American history. Along the way, Ajay and Isi discuss Neri Oxman's faux-ecological contributions to the film's central animating macguffin, the mysterious “megalon;” the film's antipathy for the marginalized masses; its protagonist as synthesis of Caesar, Robert Moses, Walter Gropius, and The Fountainhead's Howard Roark; accidentally timely narratives of the “good guy” billionaire pitted against the “bad-guy” billionaire; and the ecofascist inclination to marry the romanticization of nature with authoritarian techno-optimism. Among the topics at hand are Coppola's disturbing, “secretly autobiographical” efforts to reaffirm himself as auteur, his baffling postmodern pastiche, the classic right-wing themes of patriarchy as a sign of order and non-normative sexual expression as a sign of decline and decadence, the film's shocking ugliness, and how Megalopolis's strange incorporation of current events betrays “a baby boomer [having read] a bunch of airport history books.”

Monika Rogers is the VP of growth strategy at CMB which is a top U.S. insights and analytics firm that provides world-class market research across Media/Entertainment/Culture, Technology, and Financial Services. Prior to joining CMB she had a role at Illuminas as head of client services and operations from 2022 to 2024. From 2014 to 2022 she was an entrepreneur who raised over $2M in funding to build an innovative SaaS platform Digisite with both a consumer-facing insights community and B2B testing/analytics platform. The Digsite platform was sold to QuestionPro in August of 2022 and integrated into their Customer Experience research portfolio. Leading up to that she built the Fountainhead Brand consulting business from 2007 to 2014 which was a boutique innovation and brand consulting firm. Clients included Organic Valley, U.S. Bank, and Kohler. Core services included strategic insights, uncovering new market opportunities, brand positioning, new product strategy, and shopper insights. Research methods included segmentation, conjoint, ethnography, online communities, and brand tracking. Fountainhead was sold to a regional ad agency in 2015. What you will learn Unconventional methods for finding untapped markets and validating business ideas quickly. Advanced techniques for using AI in lead generation, content creation, and customer engagement to save time and maximize impact. A roadmap for transitioning from a side hustle to a full-time venture, including financial milestones and scaling strategies. Tactics for creating unique, value-driven offers that differentiate your brand in competitive spaces. Insights into using data analytics to refine and optimize your business decisions as you grow.

The author Jacob Bacharach returns to continue this podcast's look at Megalopolis. On this episode we compare Coppola's latest to another overheated epic about a visionary architect, King Vidor's ludicrous 1949 adaptation of Ayn Rand's The Fountainhead. Coppola has acknowledged the film version of The Fountainhead as a key influence on Megalopolis, but what Jacob and I value about these two films is how they each rebuke the reactionary source material: Vidor does it through hyperbole while Coppola rejects Rand's philosophy outright in his parable about America as a near-future Roman Empire. And both films are intensely personal projects with Vidor pointing the way towards the future of cinematic language (no doubt inspiring Paul Verhoeven and the Coen Brothers) and Coppola emptying out his bag of tricks to finally finish a deranged project he spent half his life hoping to make. And Jacob and I contrast the ways we each saw Megalopolis: from a packed out IMAX cinema in Toronto with a live-streamed Coppola q&a and the full “immersive” presentation to being the only people in a suburban cinema in Raleigh, North Carolina. It was the best time we each had in a movie theatre in eons. Over 30% of all Junk Filter episodes are only available to patrons of the podcast. To support this show directly and to receive access to the entire back catalogue, consider becoming a patron for only $5.00 a month (U.S.) at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/junkfilter Follow Jacob Bacharach on Twitter and visit jacobbacharach.com “Ayn Rand Made Me a Communist”, by Jacob Bacharach for the New Republic, January 27, 2016 Trailer for The Fountainhead (King Vidor, 1949) Second trailer for Francis Ford Coppola's Megalopolis (that got pulled by Lionsgate)

Ayn Rand's novels The Fountainhead and Atlas Shrugged have been called gateway drugs to rightwing ideas for so many Americans. And while the works of the writer and philosopher have seen a resurgence since the global economic crisis, her influence has been undeniably huge and sustained since those books were originally published in mid-century. Historian Lisa Duggan examines what is at the heart of Rand's enduring appeal. (Encore presentation.) Resources: Lisa Duggan, Mean Girl: Ayn Rand and the Culture of Greed UC Press, 2019 The post Ayn Rand and the Culture of Greed appeared first on KPFA.

Timeline et liste des Sujets : 00:00:00 Introduction : The Fountainhead (La Source vive). 00:02:54 Frank Lloyd Wright : un modèle de génie et d'audace à l'ancienne. 00:06:16 L'Université a tué l'architecture : un retour nécessaire à l'apprentissage. 00:10:49 Petite anecdote au sujet du niveau de formation catastrophique des écoles d'architecture. 00:26:49 Ayn Rand et The Fountainhead : une vision naïve et idéalisée de l'architecture. 00:38:37 L'architecte est un jongleur. 00:46:38 Triste réalité du métier d'architecte et la maîtrise d'œuvre d'exécution. 00:55:33 La Machine à habiter des banlieues françaises : Le Corbusier, cette sombre merde starisée. 00:59:19 The Line, le délire saoudien inspiré de la Cité radieuse de Le Corbusier. 01:12:13 The Line, un désastre technique, logistique, sécuritaire et écologique annoncé. 01:27:07 Le mimétisme : Ils copient la forme mais n'ont rien compris au fond. 01:32:25 Quel est le secret derrière la beauté des villes médiévales ? L'Art de bâtir les villes : Camillo Sitte. 01:39:52 Pour conclure. ----------------- Ne manquez rien ! Inscrivez-vous à ma newsletter pour recevoir toutes les mises à jour

Catching Up Over Coffee and ArchitectureIn this episode, Jamie and Kurt return after a brief hiatus, recovering from illness. They discuss the challenges of recording live, share their recent travel experiences, and dive into a detailed discussion about the architectural significance of the 1936 Hall of State in Dallas, Texas. The conversation spans the importance of reusing historical sites, touches on the architectural impacts of global events like the Olympics and World's Fairs, and highlights the sketching process of capturing monumental buildings. They tease upcoming plans for more in-situ sketching at conferences and events.00:00 Introduction and Greetings00:20 Recovering from Sickness02:17 Coffee Talk04:42 Vacation Stories: Savannah and Hilton Head06:04 Architectural Insights: Savannah's Grid and Bed & Breakfast13:19 Sketching and the Hall of State22:25 Olympics and Architectural Reuse28:22 Conclusion and Future Plans Support the showBuy some Coffee! Support the Show!https://ko-fi.com/coffeesketchpodcast/shop Our Links Follow Jamie on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/falloutstudio/ Follow Kurt on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kurtneiswender/ Kurt's Practice - https://www.instagram.com/urbancolabarchitecture/ Coffee Sketch on Twitter - https://twitter.com/coffeesketch Jamie on Twitter - https://twitter.com/falloutstudio Kurt on Twitter - https://twitter.com/kurtneiswender

#295: On this episode with guest Stephanie Taormina, Emily dives into the deeper questions around marriage, divorce, female friendships, navigating life in your 20s and 30s, and lots more, with her very own high school best friend's mom.If you're someone that wants to take time to consciously make decisions, especially as you're navigating your relationships, career, and your own goals in your 20s and 30s, you'll find this episode helpful.Book mentioned in this episode:Fountainhead by Ayn RandTopics discussed:The signs prior to marriage that this was not the right life partner and what Steph wish she asked herself priorNavigating divorce in a small town and facing judgementHow self-awareness and knowing your own life goals and interests play a role in a healthy long-term relationshipWhen certain friendships are no longer worth fighting forReceive weekly personal insights from Emily's email newsletter and subscribe hereWatch Full Episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whatfulfillsyou/videosBILT Credit Card Info (Pay Rent and Earn Points):https://bilt.page/r/HQ06-ZV7OENJOY 10% OFF THE WHAT FULFILLS YOU? CARD GAME AT www.whatfulfillsyou.com - code "WHATFULFILLSYOU10"Follow the What Fulfills You? Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatfulfillsyouFollow Emily Elizabeth's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyeduong/Read more on the blog: https://emilyelizabeth.blog/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/what-fulfills-you-podcast/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Fracas by Robert Piguet (1948) + Xeryus by Givenchy (1986) + Odalisque by Nettie Rosenstein (1946) + The Fountainhead (1943), Atlas Shrugged (1957), We the Living (1936), and Anthem (1937) by Ayn Rand + King Vidor's The Fountainhead (1949) + Goffredo Alessandrini's We the Living (1942) with Alec Mouhibian of Filthy Armenian Adventures and The Back Wall  8/1/21, 3/17/23, 8/15/24 S3E27, S5E26, S6E60 8/15/24 S6E61 To hear this episode and the complete continuing story of The Perfume Nationalist please subscribe on Patreon. 

Unveiling Ayn Rand's The Fountainhead: A Deep Dive into Individualism and IntegrityIn this episode of The Jason Wright Show, Jason conducts an in-depth review of Ayn Rand's novel 'The Fountainhead.' He explores Rand's philosophy of Objectivism, which emphasizes rational self-interest and the pursuit of personal happiness as life's highest moral purpose. Jason discusses the primary themes of the book, focusing on the characters Howard Roark and Peter Keating, who represent individual integrity versus societal conformity. The review also examines the story's critique of collectivism, the struggle for artistic and personal freedom, and Rand's enduring impact on conservative and libertarian circles.00:00 Introduction to the Jason Wright Show00:43 Who is Ayn Rand?01:27 Understanding Objectivism02:39 Ayn Rand's Influence and Works03:32 The Fountainhead: Initial Impressions08:32 Howard Rourke's Journey Begins12:12 The Mentor and the Golden Boy16:20 Ellsworth Toohey's Influence19:14 The Temple for Humanity24:16 Peter Keating's Dilemma28:14 The Philosophy of Howard Roark28:50 The Uncompromising Architect31:01 The Government Project Dilemma31:57 The Explosive Consequence36:42 The Trial and Roark's Speech42:25 Modern Parallels and Reflections

What if you could balance a flourishing career, meaningful personal relationships, and top-notch self-care, all without compromise? Join us as we uncover the extraordinary story of Jeff Lerner, who skyrocketed from a struggling jazz musician to a digital mogul with over a hundred million in sales. Jeff shares his unique philosophy on blending success in life and business, emphasizing the importance of personal improvement over wishing for an easier path. Discover how his motto, "don't wish it was easier, wish you were better," can transform your approach to achieving greatness.Ever wondered why some people seem to attract success while others struggle despite their efforts? In this episode, Jeff and I tackle the mindset required to truly deserve success through service and personal growth. We highlight the pitfalls of unearned wealth and the critical role of building sustainable habits for long-term change. Drawing inspiration from Ayn Rand's "The Fountainhead," we discuss how understanding life's fundamental principles can lead to a meaningful and intentional existence, much like the structured complexity of music.Lastly, we explore the profound question of whether fulfillment in life is achievable by aligning with one's intrinsic design. Borrowing insights from existentialist philosopher Albert Camus and Bronnie Ware's "The Top Five Regrets of the Dying," Jeff underscores the importance of living according to one's true calling rather than societal expectations. We talk about the significance of proactive ownership over one's life, and how entrepreneurship can bridge the gap between making a living and making a difference. This conversation is not just an episode; it's a blueprint for living a life full of purpose, freedom, and impact.Join the What if it Did Work movement on FacebookGet the Book!www.omarmedrano.comwww.calendly.com/omarmedrano/15min

Ayn Rand (1905–1982) was one of America's most provocative writers of the 20th century. Her best-selling novels The Fountainhead and Atlas Shrugged have influenced three generations of Americans.Join us with Alexandra Popoff, author of the new Jewish Lives biography Ayn Rand: Writing a Gospel of Success, as we explore Rand's defense ofAmerican capitalism, individualism, and creativity.Music in this episode: George Gershwin - "Rhapsody in Blue"

Ayn Rand is a provocative and polarizing figure. Strongly pro-capitalist and anti-communist, Rand was a dogmatic preacher of her moral philosophy. Based on what she called "rational self-interest", Rand believed in prosperity-seeking individualism above all.  Alexandra Popoff's deeply researched biography traces Rand's journey from her early life as a privileged secular Jew in pre-revolution St. Petersburg, through the deprivations of life in Crimea during the Russian Civil War, and across the world to a new life in the United States in the 1920s. These early experiences influenced Rand's views, which she expressed in her sharp critique of Soviet Russia in her first major novel, We The Living. In Ayn Rand: Writing a Gospel of Success (Yale UP, 2024) We follow Rand's extraordinary career in early Hollywood as an apprentice scriptwriter with Cecil DeMille and her evolution into an accomplished novelist of tightly plotted, intellectual stories. Her strong promotion of laissez-fair capitalism and creative, high achieving "supermen" willing to risk everything to achieve their goals came through in her two best selling novels, The Fountainhead and Atlas Shrugged.  Following her literary career Rand focused on her philosophical theory of Objectivism and became a cult-like figure to many of her devoted followers.  Video: Mike Wallace interview with Ayn Rand from 1959.  Recommended reading: Goddess of the Market by Jennifer Burns Autocracy, Inc. by Anne Applebaum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Ayn Rand is a provocative and polarizing figure. Strongly pro-capitalist and anti-communist, Rand was a dogmatic preacher of her moral philosophy. Based on what she called "rational self-interest", Rand believed in prosperity-seeking individualism above all.  Alexandra Popoff's deeply researched biography traces Rand's journey from her early life as a privileged secular Jew in pre-revolution St. Petersburg, through the deprivations of life in Crimea during the Russian Civil War, and across the world to a new life in the United States in the 1920s. These early experiences influenced Rand's views, which she expressed in her sharp critique of Soviet Russia in her first major novel, We The Living. In Ayn Rand: Writing a Gospel of Success (Yale UP, 2024) We follow Rand's extraordinary career in early Hollywood as an apprentice scriptwriter with Cecil DeMille and her evolution into an accomplished novelist of tightly plotted, intellectual stories. Her strong promotion of laissez-fair capitalism and creative, high achieving "supermen" willing to risk everything to achieve their goals came through in her two best selling novels, The Fountainhead and Atlas Shrugged.  Following her literary career Rand focused on her philosophical theory of Objectivism and became a cult-like figure to many of her devoted followers.  Video: Mike Wallace interview with Ayn Rand from 1959.  Recommended reading: Goddess of the Market by Jennifer Burns Autocracy, Inc. by Anne Applebaum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

Ayn Rand is a provocative and polarizing figure. Strongly pro-capitalist and anti-communist, Rand was a dogmatic preacher of her moral philosophy. Based on what she called "rational self-interest", Rand believed in prosperity-seeking individualism above all.  Alexandra Popoff's deeply researched biography traces Rand's journey from her early life as a privileged secular Jew in pre-revolution St. Petersburg, through the deprivations of life in Crimea during the Russian Civil War, and across the world to a new life in the United States in the 1920s. These early experiences influenced Rand's views, which she expressed in her sharp critique of Soviet Russia in her first major novel, We The Living. In Ayn Rand: Writing a Gospel of Success (Yale UP, 2024) We follow Rand's extraordinary career in early Hollywood as an apprentice scriptwriter with Cecil DeMille and her evolution into an accomplished novelist of tightly plotted, intellectual stories. Her strong promotion of laissez-fair capitalism and creative, high achieving "supermen" willing to risk everything to achieve their goals came through in her two best selling novels, The Fountainhead and Atlas Shrugged.  Following her literary career Rand focused on her philosophical theory of Objectivism and became a cult-like figure to many of her devoted followers.  Video: Mike Wallace interview with Ayn Rand from 1959.  Recommended reading: Goddess of the Market by Jennifer Burns Autocracy, Inc. by Anne Applebaum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literary-studies

Ayn Rand is a provocative and polarizing figure. Strongly pro-capitalist and anti-communist, Rand was a dogmatic preacher of her moral philosophy. Based on what she called "rational self-interest", Rand believed in prosperity-seeking individualism above all.  Alexandra Popoff's deeply researched biography traces Rand's journey from her early life as a privileged secular Jew in pre-revolution St. Petersburg, through the deprivations of life in Crimea during the Russian Civil War, and across the world to a new life in the United States in the 1920s. These early experiences influenced Rand's views, which she expressed in her sharp critique of Soviet Russia in her first major novel, We The Living. In Ayn Rand: Writing a Gospel of Success (Yale UP, 2024) We follow Rand's extraordinary career in early Hollywood as an apprentice scriptwriter with Cecil DeMille and her evolution into an accomplished novelist of tightly plotted, intellectual stories. Her strong promotion of laissez-fair capitalism and creative, high achieving "supermen" willing to risk everything to achieve their goals came through in her two best selling novels, The Fountainhead and Atlas Shrugged.  Following her literary career Rand focused on her philosophical theory of Objectivism and became a cult-like figure to many of her devoted followers.  Video: Mike Wallace interview with Ayn Rand from 1959.  Recommended reading: Goddess of the Market by Jennifer Burns Autocracy, Inc. by Anne Applebaum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/jewish-studies

Ayn Rand is a provocative and polarizing figure. Strongly pro-capitalist and anti-communist, Rand was a dogmatic preacher of her moral philosophy. Based on what she called "rational self-interest", Rand believed in prosperity-seeking individualism above all.  Alexandra Popoff's deeply researched biography traces Rand's journey from her early life as a privileged secular Jew in pre-revolution St. Petersburg, through the deprivations of life in Crimea during the Russian Civil War, and across the world to a new life in the United States in the 1920s. These early experiences influenced Rand's views, which she expressed in her sharp critique of Soviet Russia in her first major novel, We The Living. In Ayn Rand: Writing a Gospel of Success (Yale UP, 2024) We follow Rand's extraordinary career in early Hollywood as an apprentice scriptwriter with Cecil DeMille and her evolution into an accomplished novelist of tightly plotted, intellectual stories. Her strong promotion of laissez-fair capitalism and creative, high achieving "supermen" willing to risk everything to achieve their goals came through in her two best selling novels, The Fountainhead and Atlas Shrugged.  Following her literary career Rand focused on her philosophical theory of Objectivism and became a cult-like figure to many of her devoted followers.  Video: Mike Wallace interview with Ayn Rand from 1959.  Recommended reading: Goddess of the Market by Jennifer Burns Autocracy, Inc. by Anne Applebaum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/biography

Ayn Rand is a provocative and polarizing figure. Strongly pro-capitalist and anti-communist, Rand was a dogmatic preacher of her moral philosophy. Based on what she called "rational self-interest", Rand believed in prosperity-seeking individualism above all.  Alexandra Popoff's deeply researched biography traces Rand's journey from her early life as a privileged secular Jew in pre-revolution St. Petersburg, through the deprivations of life in Crimea during the Russian Civil War, and across the world to a new life in the United States in the 1920s. These early experiences influenced Rand's views, which she expressed in her sharp critique of Soviet Russia in her first major novel, We The Living. In Ayn Rand: Writing a Gospel of Success (Yale UP, 2024) We follow Rand's extraordinary career in early Hollywood as an apprentice scriptwriter with Cecil DeMille and her evolution into an accomplished novelist of tightly plotted, intellectual stories. Her strong promotion of laissez-fair capitalism and creative, high achieving "supermen" willing to risk everything to achieve their goals came through in her two best selling novels, The Fountainhead and Atlas Shrugged.  Following her literary career Rand focused on her philosophical theory of Objectivism and became a cult-like figure to many of her devoted followers.  Video: Mike Wallace interview with Ayn Rand from 1959.  Recommended reading: Goddess of the Market by Jennifer Burns Autocracy, Inc. by Anne Applebaum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/russian-studies

Ayn Rand is a provocative and polarizing figure. Strongly pro-capitalist and anti-communist, Rand was a dogmatic preacher of her moral philosophy. Based on what she called "rational self-interest", Rand believed in prosperity-seeking individualism above all.  Alexandra Popoff's deeply researched biography traces Rand's journey from her early life as a privileged secular Jew in pre-revolution St. Petersburg, through the deprivations of life in Crimea during the Russian Civil War, and across the world to a new life in the United States in the 1920s. These early experiences influenced Rand's views, which she expressed in her sharp critique of Soviet Russia in her first major novel, We The Living. In Ayn Rand: Writing a Gospel of Success (Yale UP, 2024) We follow Rand's extraordinary career in early Hollywood as an apprentice scriptwriter with Cecil DeMille and her evolution into an accomplished novelist of tightly plotted, intellectual stories. Her strong promotion of laissez-fair capitalism and creative, high achieving "supermen" willing to risk everything to achieve their goals came through in her two best selling novels, The Fountainhead and Atlas Shrugged.  Following her literary career Rand focused on her philosophical theory of Objectivism and became a cult-like figure to many of her devoted followers.  Video: Mike Wallace interview with Ayn Rand from 1959.  Recommended reading: Goddess of the Market by Jennifer Burns Autocracy, Inc. by Anne Applebaum Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/intellectual-history

Ep.210 For Gerald Lovell (b. 1992), painting is an act of biography. Combining flat and impressionistic painting with thick daubs of impasto, Lovell's monumental portraits depict loving scenes often lost to the abyss of memory. Lovell's portraits refuse the notion that all Black figures put down on canvas are somehow political. Rather, his work records a deep commitment to fostering alternative community narratives by imbuing his subjects with social agency and self determinative power, while also revealing individualistic details that lay their essential humanity bare. Born in Chicago to Puerto Rican and Black parents, Lovell began painting at the age of 22 after dropping out of the graphic design program at the University of West Georgia. He has exhibited at P·P·O·W, New York; Jeffrey Deitch, Moore Building, Miami, FL; Anthony Gallery, Chicago, IL; Kohn Gallery, Los Angeles, CA; The Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture, Charlotte, NC; MINT, Atlanta, GA; and Galerie Peter Kilchmann, Zurich, Switzerland, among others. In 2022, Lovell's work was on view in What is Left Unspoken, Love at the High Museum of Art, Atlanta, GA, and is in the museum's permanent collection. Lovell completed the Fountainhead Artists Residency in October 2023. His second exhibition with P·P·O·W, verde, was held in Spring 2024. Portrait ~ Courtesy of Fountainhead, Miami. Photo, Cornelius Tulloch PPOW Gallery https://www.ppowgallery.com/artists/gerald-lovell#tab:thumbnails https://www.ppowgallery.com/exhibitions/gerald-lovell2#tab:thumbnails;tab-1:slideshow Anthony Gallery https://anthonygallery.com/exhibition/in-the-eye-of-the-beholder/ Juxtapoz https://www.juxtapoz.com/news/painting/gerald-lovell-verde-p-p-o-w-gallery-nyc/ Culture Type https://www.culturetype.com/2024/03/02/new-york-closing-soon-5-gallery-shows-featuring-works-by-nathaniel-oliver-tuli-mekondjo-theaster-gates-richmond-barthe-christopher-udemezue-and-gerald-lovell/ The Atlantic Journal-Constitution https://www.ajc.com/things-to-do/atlanta-painter-gerald-lovell-creates-portraits-of-family-friends-black-life/2PBC7PXW65AGLAGW4EI5U3K5SE/ whitewall https://whitewall.art/art/gerald-lovells-exhibition-at-ppow-captures-all-that-he-has/ Anderson Ranch https://www.andersonranch.org/people/gerald-lovell/ Artrabbit https://www.artrabbit.com/events/gerald-lovell-verde-ppow-390-broadway Black Art and Design https://www.blackartanddesign.com/artists/gerald-lovell-artist-overview/ The Galllery | Wish https://www.wishatlgallery.com/gerald-lovell Office Magazine https://officemagazine.net/gerald-lovell-finds-beauty-mundane Art in NYC https://artinnewyorkcity.com/2021/01/23/all-that-i-have-paintings-by-gerald-lovell-at-p-p-o-w/

The twins are back -ruminating about turning 61, discussing recording gear and software, computers and e-bikes. That's just the beginning. There's also their work at a well-known cigar shop in Myrtle Beach, recent concerts, reads, gigs and so much more - including a gem from the musical archive.  SHOW NOTES: 0:00 - "What Might Have Been" by Chris Yale 3:40 - Greetings / July 4th Fireworks / About the song and Chris' album, "Well Enough Alone" 4:37 - On turning 61 5:09 - Chris' upgrade to Logic Pro 11 / New used iMac (2019) / Old Apogee Duet / Apple Loops 6:20 - "He had to be shown" / AA Big Book / "The Beer Experiment" / "The Milk Experiment"  7:22 - Chris' and Betsy's new KBO e-bikes /  Hoop skirts and step-throughs 8:54 - Chris at home without supervision 9:25 - "The Season" is back in Myrtle Beach / Cigar events at Tinder Box Myrtle Beach / Tinder Box memories 1970s and 1980s / Roger's first imported cigar - Macanudo Portofino / Chris' first imported cigar - Macanudo Baron de Rothschild / Domestic cigars 12:03 - Cigar snobs / $60 cigar versus a $12 cigar / Diminishing returns / $100 shots / Blowhards / Roger's take on cigar blends and aging  14:05 - "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F" streaming / Hollywood exteriors / "Lucifer" series - Sunset Tower on Sunset Strip 15:06 - The Rolling Stones in Atlanta / Mercedes Benz Stadium / Chuck Leavell / Steve Jordan / Edify yourself / Darryl Jones / Wyman, lately  17:37 - "Stevie Van Zandt: Disciple" documentary / The duster and the bandana / Paul Stanley-ish? / Chris Lord-Alge  19:53 - Cubase / 64-gig memory on Chris' iMac / ZOOM LiveTrak L-8 / Logic Pro  21:00 - Roger's writing efforts / Post and Courier Myrtle Beach / Georgetown Times / Charles Perry / Roger's work with Grand Strand Magazine  21:39 - Queen sells music for $1.2 billion  22:05 -LuLu's North Myrtle Beach gigs 23:04 - Intracoastal Waterway / Bird Island / Sick Stooges / Brandon Toms / Freedom Boat Club 25:05 - Roger hits 10 years of sobriety / Getting stuff done 24:40 - "Turning Pro" by Steven Pressfield / Lao Tzu versus Sun Tzu / "Atlas Shrugged" and "The Fountainhead" by Ayn Rand / "A Tramp Across the Continent" by Charles Fletcher Lummis  27:03 - Parting shots / Our jobs at Tinder Box / Chris' slow internet / Chris' grandkids 

Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for July 11, 2024 is: fountainhead • FOUN-tun-hed • noun Fountainhead is a word usually encountered in literary contexts that refers to the origin or source of something. // Ragtime, popularized by such performers as Scott Joplin and Eubie Blake, is considered one of the musical fountainheads of jazz. See the entry > Examples: “In Marbury, in 1803, Chief Justice John Marshall proclaimed, ‘It is emphatically the province and duty of the judicial department to say what the law is.' There, the Supreme Court, for the first time, declared an act of Congress unconstitutional and ‘entirely void.' Because the Court implied that its own authority to interpret the Constitution is superior to that of the other branches, the case is the fountainhead of judicial supremacy.” — Jeannie Suk Gersen, The New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2023 Did you know? In Walden, widely considered Henry David Thoreau's masterwork, the poet-philosopher extolled one major—nay, transcendent—perk of being an early bird: “Morning air! If men will not drink of this at the fountainhead of the day, why, then, we must even bottle up some and sell it in the shops, for the benefit of those who have lost their subscription ticket to morning time in this world.” Thoreau was using fountainhead in its figurative sense—referring to morning as the “origin” of the day to follow—while also paying homage to its literal meaning, “the source of a stream” (the earliest sense of fountain being “a natural spring”). As someone who spent two years living, writing, and meditating in a cabin, Thoreau was nothing, after all, if not thorough.

Recognizing the power of stories, Mike Fallat founded Dreamstarters Publishing to help individuals share their unique narratives and make a lasting impact. He believes in the importance of being vulnerable and authentic, understanding that true connection comes from sharing one's genuine experiences. Throughout his journey, Mike emphasizes the price one must pay to achieve the desired character, advocating for shifting perspectives and embracing life as a game. He draws inspiration from the Hero's Journey, guiding others through their own quests for success and fulfillment. Despite the challenges, Mike encourages overcoming the Impostor Syndrome, recognizing one's worth and embracing self-confidence. Through his experiences and insights, Mike empowers others to pursue their dreams, navigate obstacles, and achieve their fullest potential. 0.00:    Mike's early journey that led him to founding “Dreamstarters Publishing” 4.21:    Impact of “Rich Dad, Poor Dad” (and ‘The Fountainhead” for Lawrence) 9.20:    Mike's early years growing up in Pennsylvania 15.00: The Power of stories 24.00: Being vulnerable and authentic 31.43:  Price to pay to achieve the character you seek (shifting perspectives) 36.20:  Idea of life as a game 40.00:  The Hero's Journey 47.00:  Getting the right clients for your business (that are aligned with your mindset) 52.50:  Being authentic and tell the truth 55.30: Overcoming the Imposture Syndrome “Your income is directly tied to how well you articulate your solutions.” Connect with Mike to write your book: https://dreamstarterspublishing.com/?fpr=lawrence46 Follow Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thedreamstarter/ Follow Mike on FB: https://www.facebook.com/thedreamstarter Until next time, love and good vibes.  Podcast Website: https://enterthelionheart.com/ Check out the latest episode here: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enter-the-lionheart/id1554904704 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4tD7VvMUvnOgChoNYShbcI