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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Nov 11, 2023 • 1h 12min
Veteran's Day and the Yom Kippur War
Discussion on the significance of Veterans Day and personal anecdotes of family involvement in wars. Criticism of the lack of response from the Biden administration towards injured soldiers and Iran. Exploring the Yom Kippur War, including Israel's initial vulnerability and eventual victory. Examining political tactics and accusations in the current climate. Reader response and the popularity of the angry reader segment. Exploring the aftermath of the Yom Kippur War and Israel's challenges in the past 50 years.
Nov 10, 2023 • 1h 8min
Election Results, China and the Republican Debate
Discussion on the Republican debate and election results, challenges faced by Republicans, moving away from focusing on race, China's influence on social media and farmland, Governor Newsom's invitation of the Chinese Premier, Saudi Arabia's interests in relation to Israel and the oil crisis, and a sponsorship message about Hillsdale College's online courses.
Nov 9, 2023 • 1h 6min
Ripples of War Everywhere
US involvement in Israeli politics, Wagner Group's assistance to Hezbollah, Obama's record in the Middle East, 'loan repayment' hoax, Biden family toxicity, unintended consequences of US support for Lebanon, Russia's role in the Middle East and strained relationship with Israel, complex relationships in conflicts, Barack Obama's economic plans and critique of Biden's policies, contrast between advocacy and personal lifestyle, Joe Biden's potential scandals, controversy surrounding Tony Fauci and the CDC, website recommendations and book promotion.
Nov 7, 2023 • 1h 11min
From Top-Down Anti-Semitism to City Mayors' Pleas to Close the Border
Topics include anti-Semitism in the Democratic Party and universities, the correlation between 'woke' corporations and financial troubles, the distinction between Islamophobia and anti-Semitism, and pleas by city mayors for Biden to address illegal immigration.
Nov 3, 2023 • 1h 3min
Hamas, the Left, and our DHS
Topics covered in this podcast include the war in Gaza, Hamas, compromise in universities, anti-Semitism within the Democratic party, and an assault on a Jewish student. They also discuss the new speaker of the house and his pro-life stance.
Nov 2, 2023 • 57min
Left-Wing Campaigns and the Race Against Biden
RFK Jr. and Dean Phillips' campaigns, Bowman's misdemeanor, pharmacy closures, populist revolt, Biden's over-valued home, and driverless cars are discussed in this episode.
Oct 31, 2023 • 1h 6min
The Laboratory of Dr. Frankenstein or How the Left Is Dismantling Civilization
Renowned historian and political commentator Victor Davis Hanson discusses the Israel-Gaza conflict, the hypocrisy of anti-Israel sentiments, Israel's strategy against Hamas, moral cowardice, tenure in academia, recent events in Turkey, dangerous actions of a troublesome country, rising prices, and the disconnect between the hard left and society.
Oct 29, 2023 • 53min
The First Gulf War and Middle East Diplomacy
The podcast discusses the First Gulf War, evidence of violence in Gaza, George Floyd's arrest and autopsy details, China's role in the Middle East, and reflections on the consequences of the first Gulf War.
Oct 28, 2023 • 1h 8min
Speakers, Terrorist and Opportunists
Topics discussed in this podcast include war in Israel, lack of leadership in the US, hate crimes and Islamophobia on college campuses, failure of deterrence, aid during war, Jewish position in the Democratic Party, personal experience with education, and concerns about Biden's health and Kamala Harris as president.
Oct 27, 2023 • 36min
An Interview with Governor DeSantis
Victor Davis Hanson interviews Governor Ron DeSantis, discussing his response to the Israel-Hamas conflict, banning Students for Justice in Palestine, China's global role, and the need for security in America.
