The ideas and Philosophy of Ayn Rand are very useful tools to quickly cut through myths and find the truth. Understanding that contradictions cannot exist in reality and therefore when we find one we know that some conclusion is wrong. Also, learning to make sure we integrate all the information in our minds into one … [Read more...] about Exploding myths using the ideas of Ayn Rand – with Yaron Brook
Podcast
A Theory of Objectivist Parenting – with Roslyn Ross
Parenting is very demanding yet endlessly rewarding. Roslyn Ross says in one of her blogs, "parenting today is the hardest job we’ll ever love". But although it is challenging it is perhaps one of the greatest opportunities for personal growth alongside the growth of the children. This is because if we are fully … [Read more...] about A Theory of Objectivist Parenting – with Roslyn Ross
The Great Cholesterol Myth – with Dr Jonny Bowden
We have been told relentlessly for decades that cholesterol is bad for us and that we must all eat fewer eggs and butter. However, it is essential for all life on earth - including human life! It is a critical component of every living cell in our body. A full 25% of your body’s cholesterol is in the brain where it is … [Read more...] about The Great Cholesterol Myth – with Dr Jonny Bowden
The myth of CO2 related climate change disaster – with Christopher Monckton
Within the mainstream set of assumptions, there are many myths relentlessly trumpeted as facts. One of the biggest is the scaremongering over impending climatic disaster due to CO2 induced climate change. Like all the other myths, the story of disastrous climate change can easily be dismantled. The truth can be seen … [Read more...] about The myth of CO2 related climate change disaster – with Christopher Monckton
Know your Healthy Fats – with Sally Fallon Morell
If we are to thrive we must step outside the Matrix and dare to question the assumptions we have all grown up with around food. This means questioning much of the advice offerred by conventional dietitians and nutritionists as well as that of official government bodies and organisations. Few topics have been more … [Read more...] about Know your Healthy Fats – with Sally Fallon Morell
Bitcoin and implications of the cryptocurrencies – with Jeffrey Tucker
In this episode of “Living outside the Matrix” Jeffrey Tucker speaking from the brand new Atlanta Bitcoin Embassy, explains some of the attributes of Bitcoin, offers some historical perspective on money, and looks toward a better world enabled by the unfolding cryptocurrency revolution. I asked Jeffrey for his … [Read more...] about Bitcoin and implications of the cryptocurrencies – with Jeffrey Tucker
The economics of peace and abundance with Dr Mark Thornton
Whether considered boring, irrelevant or impossible to understand, economics and economists are held in poor regard by most people. However, a knowledge of how to create wealth is essential if we want to enjoy abundance. We need to be able to understand the claims made by politicians and policymakers so we can … [Read more...] about The economics of peace and abundance with Dr Mark Thornton
Effective use of the brain – with Dr Theo Compernolle
Effective mental function is a basic human survival necessity and in the modern environment of today this is no less true than throughout our evolution. It can be useful to consider the brain as the physical hardware and our mind as the operating system that runs on this hardware. There is considerable overlap in … [Read more...] about Effective use of the brain – with Dr Theo Compernolle
Toxic Dentistry Exposed – with Dr Graeme Munro-Hall
Meet Dr Graeme Munro-Hall BDS, author of "Toxic Dentistry Exposed" - a must read for anyone seeking optimal all round health. Learn how your fillings could be scuppering your best efforts at detoxifying, and how hidden infections in the jawbone can easily tip a vulnerable immune system over the edge, allowing chronic … [Read more...] about Toxic Dentistry Exposed – with Dr Graeme Munro-Hall
Peace can only be found outside the Matrix
Peace is an almost universally held value, yet seemingly as elusive as happiness. Few would explicitly claim to not want to see peace in the wider community. However, human actions very often contradict explicitly professed values. Firstly, what exactly is peace anyway? What must be in place in order to achieve it? … [Read more...] about Peace can only be found outside the Matrix