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  • The Power of Individualism | Ron Manners | Liberalism in Question
    2025/02/17

    Watch Here: All our links: https://linktr.ee/centreforindependentstudies In this episode of Liberalism in Question, we are joined by Australian businessman, entrepreneur, and free-market advocate Ron Manners. As the founder of the Mannkal Economic Education Foundation and a vocal proponent of individual liberty, Manners shares his perspective on the evolution of classical liberalism, the role of free markets in society, and the current challenges facing economic freedom globally. Tune in as we explore the intersection of personal responsibility, limited government, and the path forward for liberal values in a rapidly changing world.

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    29 分
  • Trump, TikTok, and the new face of global power | Senator James Paterson & Emilie Dye
    2025/02/15

    Watch Here: https://youtu.be/z8KS8QucurA Emilie Dye sits down with Senator James Paterson, Shadow Minister for Home Affairs and Cybersecurity, to discuss the challenges facing democracies in an increasingly digital world. Should the government attempt to regulate against misinformation? Is TikTok spying on us for China? What about manipulating our election? Is Australia on track to become a vasal state to China? Can we really trust the United States, particularly under a Trump administration? The conversation explores concerns about foreign interference in elections, the influence of social media platforms like TikTok, and how authoritarian regimes may leverage technology to shape public opinion. Senator Paterson highlights why Taiwan’s future is critical to Australia’s security, the importance of transparency in combating misinformation, and the role of international partnerships in maintaining a free and open society. This episode of Liberalism in Question unpacks the issues shaping Australia’s democratic resilience and global stability. #LiberalismInQuestion #Democracy #Cybersecurity #JamesPaterson #Australia #TikTok #ForeignInterference #Taiwan #GlobalPolitics All our links: https://linktr.ee/centreforindependentstudies

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    30 分
  • Navigating the Ethics of Colonial History with Nigel Biggar
    2025/02/13

    Watch Here: https://youtu.be/V1g0cQQFSOc This philosophical exploration delves into the ethical complexities of warfare, euthanasia, and colonialism. It examines the morality of self-defense, the right to end one's life, and the lasting impacts of colonial dominance. The analysis encourages reflection on the balance between justice, autonomy, and power, urging viewers to consider the deeper moral implications of conflict, control, and the value of human life. Nigel Biggar is Regius Professor Emeritus of Moral Theology at the University of Oxford and author of In Defence of War (Oxford University Press, 2013) and Colonialism: A Moral Reckoning (William Collins, 2023, 2024). Read Nigel Biggar's paper here: https://www.cis.org.au/publication/all-things-considered-making-moral-sense-of-the-wars-in-ukraine-and-gaza/ All our links: https://linktr.ee/centreforindependentstudies

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    30 分
  • The Sexual Revolution & the Role of Families| Mary Eberstadt | Liberalism in Question
    2025/02/11

    Watch Here: https://youtu.be/T6Ga9mjdFhs All our links: https://linktr.ee/centreforindependentstudies

    In this compelling interview, Robert Forsyth engages in a deep conversation with Mary Eberstadt, acclaimed author and social commentator, on the profound effects of the sexual revolution and the critical importance of families in sustaining a healthy liberal democracy. Together, they explore how the cultural shifts of the 20th century have transformed societal norms, personal identity, and the political landscape, while discussing why the family remains a cornerstone of freedom and civic life.

    What impact has the sexual revolution had on modern society? How do strong family structures contribute to the success of democratic systems? Robert and Mary unpack these questions, offering thought-provoking insights on the intersections of culture, politics, and the future of Western civilization. #sexualrevolution #christianity #liberalism #family

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    27 分
  • The Tension Between Freedom, Liberty, and Responsibility | David Kinley
    2024/11/21

    In this episode of Liberalism in Question, David Kinley, Chair of Human Rights Law at the University of Sydney, joins us to explore the relationship between freedom, liberty, and responsibility. As the author of The Liberty Paradox, David delves into the distinctions between these core concepts of liberalism and the responsibilities that come with exercising freedom. Tune in for a thoughtful discussion on how liberalism can navigate these tensions in today's world.

    Watch here: https://youtu.be/0FS0cL7nqUk

    All our links: https://linktr.ee/centreforindependentstudies

    #Liberalism #HumanRights #DavidKinley #FreedomVsLiberty #Responsibility #Philosophy #PoliticalTheory #TheLibertyParadox #LiberalismInQuestion #Liberty #Freedom #Ethics #CivilRights #LawAndSociety

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    32 分
  • Ron Manners on the Power of Individualism
    2024/11/07

    In this episode of Liberalism in Question, we are joined by Australian businessman, entrepreneur, and free-market advocate Ron Manners. As the founder of the Mannkal Economic Education Foundation and a vocal proponent of individual liberty, Manners shares his perspective on the evolution of classical liberalism, the role of free markets in society, and the current challenges facing economic freedom globally. Tune in as we explore the intersection of personal responsibility, limited government, and the path forward for liberal values in a rapidly changing world.

    Watch here: https://youtu.be/EVmqHRwsooY

    All our links: https://linktr.ee/centreforindependentstudies

    #auspol #libertarian #mining

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    29 分
  • The Sexual Revolution & the Role of Families in a Liberal Democracy | Mary Eberstadt
    2024/10/24

    In this compelling interview, Robert Forsyth engages in a deep conversation with Mary Eberstadt, acclaimed author and social commentator, on the profound effects of the sexual revolution and the critical importance of families in sustaining a healthy liberal democracy. Together, they explore how the cultural shifts of the 20th century have transformed societal norms, personal identity, and the political landscape, while discussing why the family remains a cornerstone of freedom and civic life.

    What impact has the sexual revolution had on modern society? How do strong family structures contribute to the success of democratic systems? Robert and Mary unpack these questions, offering thought-provoking insights on the intersections of culture, politics, and the future of Western civilization.

    Watch here: https://youtu.be/T6Ga9mjdFhs

    All our links: https://linktr.ee/centreforindependentstudies

    #auspol #reproductiverights #thepill #womensrights #christianity

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    27 分
  • North Korea: The Origins of Its Unique Family Dictatorship | Nicholas Eberstadt
    2024/10/10

    In this eye-opening interview, Robert Forsyth sits down with Nicholas Eberstadt, a leading expert on North Korea and a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, to dissect the origins and implications of North Korea's unique family dictatorship. The conversation delves into how the Kim dynasty has maintained an iron grip on the country through a blend of political strategy and cult of personality.

    What are the roots of North Korea's dynastic rule? How has the regime's approach influenced its domestic and international policies? Robert and Nicholas explore these questions and provide an in-depth analysis of how the Kim family's authoritarian control has shaped North Korean society and its interactions with the world.

    Watch here: https://youtu.be/C45cbnu3Q1k

    All our links: https://linktr.ee/centreforindependentstudies

    #northkorea #libertarian #democracy #history

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    34 分