

398: Victor Davis Hanson—So Goes Glory
Aug 6, 2024
Victor Davis Hanson, a Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution and bestselling author, shares provocative insights on societal issues. He discusses how Americans often feel like lab rats in elite-led social experiments. The conversation dives into the widening gap between the elite and working class, and the geographical divide in California. Victor reflects on the emotional toll of globalization on farming families, critiques modern wealth accumulation, and highlights the importance of tangible work in today's economy. The dialogue emphasizes resilience and the fleeting nature of glory.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
The Divide Between Elite and Working Class
04:15 • 2min
California's Divide: Geographies and Perspectives
06:36 • 14min
Smart Savings on Mobile Plans and Insights into Modern Farming
20:34 • 3min
Farming, Family, and the Fight for Authenticity
23:31 • 17min
Tangible Work and Economic Disparity in American Society
40:42 • 3min
Modern Wealth and the Hypocrisy of Social Advocacy
44:01 • 3min
Societal Shifts and Educational Discontent
47:11 • 30min
A Future Built on Resilience and Hope
01:17:28 • 5min
The Transience of Glory
01:22:13 • 2min