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Latest Blog Posts
Sunrise on the Reaping and the Causality Confusion
Angel dives into the ideas behind Sunrise on the Reaping and why philosophy isn’t just for books.
What Even Is Cancel Culture?
Kiyah looks at how a tool once used to call out bad behavior got twisted into a shield—protecting harmful ideologies under the banner of “free speech.”
Christian Theist vs Objectivist Atheist
Maddox (Objectivist, ex-baptist) and Jake (a Baptist pastor) confront their deepest disagreements about God, morality, and the foundations of truth. They explore whether faith or reason is the more reliable path to knowledge—and how each shapes our understanding of good and evil.
Moral Realism vs. Anti-Realism Is a False Alternative
Most philosophers claim you must choose between moral realism and moral anti-realism—but that dichotomy is a trap. In his video, Craig breaks down both categories, shows why they fail, and explains the overlooked third option: moral objectivism. You’ll see how values arise from the factual requirements of human life—and why that changes the entire debate.
Northanger Abbey: A Mystery of Motive, Not Murder
In her new Substack post, Angel discusses Northanger Abbey—a light, fun story about an innocent girl, captivated by Gothic tales, who begins to learn how the “real world” works and how to recognize people’s less-than-innocent motives.
Objective Standard Institute’s 2024 in Review
OSI advanced its mission—and your values—beautifully in 2024. Here are some highlights of our projects and programs throughout the year.
Judging the West
Andrew Bernstein explores what truly defines a culture—and how to judge one with honesty and fairness.
The Capitalist Corner: Special Guest Kiyah Willis!
Kiyah shared how she broke free from wokeness, religion, and gender ideology by “checking her premises” against reality.