From Sunset Boulevard and the Harmony Gold Theater, the guests talked about the political history of America and the world from the mid-1930s to post-World War II through the life and writings of novelist, screenwriter, and philosopher Ayn Rand. With a specific look at Rand's philosophy of Objectivism, they examined why her writings gained currency in the time period and what influence they have had since. They responded to audience telephone calls, faxes and electronic mail. Mr. Britting produced the film, Ayn Rand: A Sense of Life.