The Victor Davis Hanson Show
Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler
This is the Victor Davis Hanson Show. Victor is the Martin and Illie Anderson Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution and the Wayne & Marcia Buske Distinguished Fellow in History at Hillsdale College. Victor's co-host for 2 podcasts is Jack Fowler. He is the Director for the Center for Civil Society at American Philanthropic. Victor and Jack discuss current political and social events and ideas, and current and past cultural trends. Victor also is joined by Sami Winc on 2 podcasts as they discuss current national news, what's trending in California, and how history repeats itself.
Episodes
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Jun 7, 2024 • 55min
Bleeding Civilization: from Illegal Immigration to Debt-Making Policy
Renowned historian Victor Davis Hanson and cohost Sami Winc discuss Biden's immigration order, incendiary bombs in Israel, hiring of illegal immigrants in California, pro-Palestinian protests at Stanford, and challenges in elite education and political landscape.
Jun 6, 2024 • 1h 35min
The Justice Challenge: Trump v. Hunter
Discussions on Trump's verdict, Hunter Biden's trial, Caitlin Clark's skills, and Paris. Topics include legal nuances, political controversies, racial dynamics in basketball, and promotion of various products. Hosts share personal stories and feedback, leading to engaging discussions.
Jun 4, 2024 • 50min
War Gaming Operation Downfall: What If We Invaded Japan? And other listener questions
Exploring Operation Downfall, the planned invasion of Japan in WWII and the use of atomic bombs. Delving into Adolf Hitler's political alignment, roots of National Socialism, and lack of reformation in Islam. Discussing the Shah of Iran's fall from power and its lasting effects.
Jun 1, 2024 • 1h 1min
The End of Carthage: Things We Can Learn
Best-selling author Victor Davis Hanson discusses the destruction of Carthage in the Third Punic War, drawing parallels between historical conflicts and modern global tensions. The podcast explores the events leading up to the war, Scipio's ruthless conquest, and the impact of Carthage's fall on Roman society. Reflections on historical tragedies and modern military decisions offer thought-provoking insights.
May 30, 2024 • 43min
Makers and Breakers: California, Churchill, and Biden's Buddies
Victor and Jack discuss California's challenges, possible alternate histories without Churchill, and the dynamics of the Biden administration. They also explore Hitler's strategic mistakes in WWII and the shift towards progressivism in the Democratic party.
May 28, 2024 • 47min
California Governors and Middle East Politics
Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler dive into Arnold Schwarzenegger's governorship, Islamic-Christian interactions in the Middle Ages, US support for allies like Israel, and the Allied dismantling of Prussia post-WWII. They also discuss California politics, potential conservative leadership, and Israel's strategic value to the US.
May 25, 2024 • 1h 11min
From Bonafide Medieval War Hero to Certified Military Genius
Join Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc as they explore medieval tales like Beowulf, Song of Roland, and discuss Patton's post-D-Day role. They touch on Putin, Xi, Raisi, and Menendez. Discover insights on Western military thinking evolution and Patton's strategic brilliance in WWII.
May 24, 2024 • 54min
Victor Answers Your Questions
Join Victor Davis Hanson, an expert in American history, as he answers listener questions on topics like the founding of America, the impact of bike lanes on parking spaces, military tactics and leaders in history, and the evolution of grape cultivation.
May 23, 2024 • 1h 8min
The Genesis of Protests, Pandemics, and Good Journalism
Discussions range from Israel-Gaza conflict to gain-of-function research funding, Chief's kicker controversy, Justice Alito false accusations, and journalistic excellence by Rufo, Kelly, and Berenson.
May 21, 2024 • 54min
Trump Seeks Drug Testing and AOC "Baby-Girl" Colleagues
Political commentator and historian Victor Davis Hanson and cohost Sami Winc discuss Trump's call for drug testing before debates, Congressional 'baby girl' culture, Diddy's abuse allegations, Governor Newsom's challenges, and the potential decline of DEI culture. They also touch on California's budget issues, digital education impact, and controversies in diversity initiatives.
