# A South African Woman's Journey to a Pro Capitalist Philosophyy

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Podcast: [The Rational Egoist](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-rational-egoist-6169218)
Published: 2026-02-16T18:55:54+00:00
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#Capitalism#philosophy#culture#economics#freedomOn this episode Michael is joined by Persephone to discuss topics from South African culture to Ayn Rand's philosophy of Objectivism.Persephone is the producer of The Capitalist Corner, and she is cohost, with Michael, of Everyday Ethics. About Michael Liebowitz – Host of The Rational Egoist Michael Liebowitz is the host of The Rational Egoist podcast, a philosopher, author, and political activist committed to the principles of reason, individualism, and rational self-interest. Deeply influenced by the philosophy of Ayn Rand, Michael uses his platform to challenge cultural dogma, expose moral contradictions, and defend the values that make human flourishing possible. His journey from a 25-year prison sentence to becoming a respected voice in the libertarian and Objectivist communities is a testament to the transformative power of philosophy. Today, Michael speaks, writes, and debates passionately in defense of individual rights and intellectual clarity. He is the co-author of two compelling books that examine the failures of the correctional system and the redemptive power of moral conviction: Down the Rabbit Hole: How the Culture of Corrections Encourages Crime https://www.amazon.com... View from a Cage: From Convict to Crusader for Liberty https://books2read.com... About Xenia Ioannou – Producer of The Rational Egoist Xenia Ioannou is the producer of The Rational Egoist, responsible for overseeing the publishing, presentation, and promotion of each episode to ensure a consistent standard of clarity, professionalism, and intellectual rigour. She is the CEO of Alexa Real Estate, a property manager and entrepreneur, and serves on the Board of Directors of the Ayn Rand Centre Australia, where she contributes to the organiza…

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