Why Do Jews Lean Left? with Batya Ungar-Sargon

Why Do Jews Lean Left? with Batya Ungar-Sargon

Author: The Atlas Society June 26, 2026 Duration: 35:32
Join Atlas Society CEO Jennifer Grossman for the 308th episode of Objectively Speaking, where she is joined by returning guest Batya Ungar-Sargon for a conversation about her latest book, "The Jews and the Left," which examines how one of the most consequential alliances in American political life—between Jews and the progressive movement—has come undone, and what its unraveling reveals about antisemitism on the left. Returning for a second time on Objectively Speaking, Batya previously joined to discuss her books, "Second Class: How the Elites Betrayed America's Working Men and Women" and "Bad News: How Woke Media Is Undermining Democracy." Host of "Batya!" on NewsNation, she holds a Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, and has written for outlets like the New York Times, the Washington Post, Foreign Policy, Newsweek, and the New York Review of Books Daily.

Tune in to The Atlas Society Presents-Objectively Speaking for a series of thoughtful conversations that explore the practical application of Ayn Rand's philosophy. This podcast, brought to you by The Atlas Society, moves beyond abstract theory to examine how the principles of reason, individualism, and achievement manifest in our daily lives, careers, and culture. Each episode features discussions that connect Objectivist ideas to contemporary issues in business, creative pursuits, and societal trends, offering a framework for navigating a complex world. You'll hear analyses that celebrate human potential and the power of the individual while critically examining opposing doctrines. The dialogue is grounded in Rand's works, from the monumental *Atlas Shrugged* to her incisive essays, treating Objectivism as the vital, life-affirming guide it was designed to be. Whether you're well-versed in the philosophy or newly curious, this podcast provides a space for open, reasoned exploration. It’s an invitation to consider how a commitment to rational self-interest and freedom can shape a flourishing life and a better society. Join the conversation to hear these ideas unpacked with clarity and depth.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

The Atlas Society Presents - Objectively Speaking
Podcast Episodes
The Real Cost of Short-Term Thinking with Robert Tracinski [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:28
What is irrational self-interest? What is enlightened self-interest, and why do so many people get it wrong? Using a jaw-dropping real-world story of pardons and political operatives, join Atlas Society Senior Fellow Rob…
Are Trial Lawyers Killing Innovation? with Ted Frank [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:55
Join Atlas Society CEO Jennifer Grossman for the 298th episode of Objectively Speaking, where she is joined by Ted Frank to discuss how an unchecked plaintiffs' bar uses litigation as a weapon—driving up costs, chilling…
The Dark Side of "Social Emotional Learning" with Priscilla West [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:51
Join Atlas Society CEO Jennifer Grossman for the 297th episode of Objectively Speaking, where she is joined by author Priscilla West to talk about her book, "The New Face of Woke Education," which exposes Social Emotiona…
Communism's Secret History with Joshua Lisec [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:28
Join Atlas Society CEO Jennifer Grossman for the 296th episode of Objectively Speaking, where she meets with acclaimed ghostwriter and author Joshua Lisec to talk about his book, "Unhumans: The Secret History of Communis…
The Lure of Conspiratorial Thinking with Michael Shermer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:27
Join Atlas Society CEO for the 295th episode of Objectively Speaking, where she sits down with returning guest Michael Shermer to talk about his 2024 book "Conspiracy: Why the Rational Believe the Irrational," which pres…
The “America First” Principle and the U.S. War with Iran [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:06
What does it truly mean for a nation to act in its rational self-interest on the world stage? Join Atlas Society Senior Scholar Richard Salsman, Ph.D., for a discussion on why America is right to adopt self-interested fo…
Is Bitcoin for Everyone? with Natalie Brunell [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:27
Join Atlas Society CEO Jennifer Grossman for the 293rd episode of Objectively Speaking, where she sits down with podcast host and Bitcoin advocate Natalie Brunell to discuss her new book "Bitcoin is for Everyone: Why Our…
Special 10th Anniversary Podcast with Jennifer Grossman [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:13
‍It was March 2016—only 10 short years ago—when Jennifer Grossman reported for her first day on the job as CEO of The Atlas Society. Usually the one asking questions on Objectively Speaking, Grossman will swap seats with…
The Uyghur Struggle with Salih Hudayar [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:02
Join Atlas Society CEO Jennifer Grossman for the 291st episode of Objectively Speaking as she sits down with Uyghur rights advocate and political leader Salih Hudayar, Foreign Minister of the East Turkistan Government in…
Is the Word 'Liberal' Worth Fighting For? with Stephen Hicks [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:24
All political labels are abused—some more than others. When should a label be abandoned, and when not? In contemporary American political journalism, liberal is one such contested word. In the 290th episode of Objectivel…