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 Jack Fowler is the Director for the Center for Civil Society at American Philanthropic. Podcasting twice weekly, Victor and Jack discuss current political and social events and ideas in "The Traditionalist" and current and past cultural trends in "The Classicist."
Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler
The Victor Davis Hanson Show podcast is a unique and insightful source of information and analysis in today's fast-paced news environment. Victor Davis Hanson, at the age of 68, demonstrates exceptional sharpness and incisive insight, making him one of the rare clear thinkers in society today. His ability to provide historical perspective and navigate through complex issues is truly impressive.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the depth of knowledge and expertise that Victor brings to each episode. His insights on current events, culture, politics, and agriculture are unparalleled. Listeners can expect to learn a great deal from his discussions and gain a clearer understanding of the world we live in.
However, one drawback of the podcast is that it sometimes takes several days for new episodes to be prepared and aired. The fast-paced nature of news means that some topics covered may become less relevant by the time they are released. It would be beneficial if there was a way to shorten the preparation time in order to deliver more timely analysis.
In conclusion, The Victor Davis Hanson Show podcast is an exceptional source for those seeking clear thinking, thoughtful analysis, and historical perspective on current events. Victor's brilliance shines through each episode, providing listeners with valuable insights that help make sense of our complex world. Whether discussing political issues or sharing personal stories from his upbringing in agriculture, his podcast is both informative and enjoyable to listen to.
In this Friday news roundup VDH and Sami cover Trump's cabinet meetings, why the Democrats can't manage to be viewed as authentically tough, the Gaza-Israel conflict, transgender issues, the Cracker Barrel logo controversy, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode of the Victor Davis Hanson Show, Victor Davis Hanson examine assertions regarding World War II made by David Collum during an interview with Tucker Carlson, the unseemly antics of JFK's grandson, the left's struggle with language, tensions with India, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode of the Victor Davis Hanson Show, Victor Davis Hanson and host Jack Fowler discuss the raid on John Bolton's house, the Cracker Barrel logo change, male cheerleaders in the NFL, the hot water James Comey finds himself in, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this weekend episode, VDH and Sami discuss Trump's recent legal wins, Gavin Newsom's desperate gerrymandering ploy, the American and British achievement in air power in WWII, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Victor Davis Hanson sits down with Senator Eric Schmitt of Missouri to discuss his new book, The Last Line of Defense: How to Beat the Left in Court. The two delve into the shifting political landscape of Missouri, the implications of recent elections, and the strategies Republicans can employ to navigate the judiciary. Schmitt shares insights from his experience as Attorney General and emphasizes the importance of courage in the face of legal challenges.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode, Victor Davis Hanson and co-host Jack Fowler talk about the summit involving Trump, Zelensky, and European leaders, the implications of U.S. foreign policy, the perception of American leadership, race and crime in America, and the role of the FBI in political accountability, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Victor Davis Hanson talks with Barry Strauss about "Jews Vs Rome: Two Centuries of Rebellion Against the World's Mightiest Empire” scheduled for release August 19, 2025. They talk about revolts of Masada, Bar Kokhba, and other resistance, plus the historical relevance to the current state of Israel's geopolitics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join Victor Davis Hanson and cohost Jack Fowler as they discuss the talks between Trump and Putin, Zelensky's policies, Europe's role in the Ukraine-Russia war, Jussie Smollett in the news, ethnicity in the American press, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this weekend episode of the Victor Davis Hanson show, topics covered in depth include Mexican president Sheinbaum's remarks on immigration and fentanyl, the issue of race and crime in urban areas, and an appraisal of the second Gulf War, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this Friday news roundup, VDH and Sami cover the Azerbaijan-Armenia peace treaty, the deployment of the National Guard in Washington D.C., Adam Schiff in hot water, military recruitment, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Victor Davis Hanson and co-host Jack Fowler analyze Lee Zeldin's efforts to deregulate the EPA, California's energy crisis, the relevance of Homer's Iliad to modern warfare, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Victor Davis Hanson and host Jack Fowler on the meeting between Trump and Putin in Alaska, the nature of war and deterrence, the decline of Howard Stern, cultural coarseness in public discourse, the controversial policy of in-state tuition for illegal immigrants, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Victor Davis Hanson and host Sami Winc discuss developments in Iran, China, Israel's military administration of Gaza, Trump's new census proposal, the history of the atomic bomb missions of 1945, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join Victor Davis Hanson and host Sami Winc as the uproar caused by the gerrymandering in Texas, the ingratitude of recent immigrant cohorts, the upcoming midterms and the inversion of ideology of North and South, Trump's threat to federalize DC, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join Victor Davis Hanson and Co-host Jack Fowler as the discuss decentralizing the USDA, Kamala's uncertain political future, the legacy of John Harris, the rise of the 'climate right', Gen Z going conservative, Sydney Sweeney and the backlash against woke ideology, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join Victor Davis Hanson and host Jack Fowler as they look at self-hating whites, DEI, and Erin Burnett's coverage of the Midtown shooter, the recent spate of nations recognizing the Palestinian state, nuclear escalation with Russia, the investigation of Jack Smith ramping up, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join Victor Davis Hanson and cohost Sami Winc for discussion of the First Gulf War in our historical segment and look at current news about China, Russia, California and the Russian collusion hoax.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join Victor Davis Hanson and host Sami Winc for this Friday news roundup. Topics discussed include Trump's return from Scotland and the trade deal with the EU, the role of the Federal Reserve and the impact of interest rates, violent incidents across the nation, racial dynamics in crime reporting, and the internal conflicts within the Democratic Party.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Victor Davis Hanson and host Jack Fowler cover the decline of late-night comedy, the rise of the thought police in the Anglosphere, some favorite Clint Eastwood movies, VDH's personal Mount Rushmore of Political Awfulness, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join Victor Davis Hanson and host Jack Fowler as they discuss Trump's approach to Putin and the Ukraine, the new trade deal with the EU, declining birth rates and social security, Dan Bongino's investigation of the Epstein files, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this weekend episode Victor Davis Hanson and host Sami Winc note the passing of Hulk Hogan, further dissect the Russia collusion hoax, recap the Vietnam War and its impact on the US, look at the latest Trump trade deals, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode Friday news roundup, Victor Davis Hanson and hosts Sami Winc discuss Hunter Biden's recent interview, the ongoing scandal around Russiagate enveloping Obama, Candace Owens being sued by the Macrons, the death of Ozzy Osbourne, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode of the Victor Davis Hanson Show, Victor Davis Hanson and host Jack Fowler delve into the Russia hoax vs. Watergate, Obama's legacy, the Minneapolis mayor's race, conservative centers on college campuses, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join Victor Davis Hanson and co-host Jack Fowler as they talk about Tulsi Gabbard detailing the Obama intel team's role in the Russia collusion hoax, more on Jeffrey Epstein, the decline of late-night television, the defunding of NPR and PBS, the legacy of Ed Feulner, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this weekend episode of the Victor Davis Hanson Show, VDH and host Sami Winc discuss sanctions on Russia, the ongoing Jeffrey Epstein controversy, cuts to the State Department, the French wars in Algeria and Vietnam, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this news roundup Victor Davis Hanson and host Sami Winc cover the ongoing diplomacy involving NATO and Ukraine, the Secret Service after Butler, how Trumps can handle Jerome Powell, and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join Victor Davis Hanson and host Jack Fowler as they discuss Barack Obama urging Democrats to toughen up, the roots of leftist rage, the 1619 Project's lack of scholarly rigor, and much more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Victor Davis Hanson and co-host Jack Fowler on John Brennan probed by the Trump Administration, judicial overreach, Greece post-World War II, the alarming decline of American cities, a survey of Civil War histories, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join Victor Davis Hanson and host Sami Winc for the weekend episode. Topics covered include Trump's polling performance, Pam Bondi and the Epstein files, a suppressed interview with Kamala, a survey of the early history of the Cold War, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join Victor Davis Hanson and host Sami Winc in this Friday news roundup as they look at the tragic storm in Texas, the Democratic Party losing on immigration and ICE, Trump's approach to foreign affairs, the political messaging of the new Superman movie, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Victor Davis Hanson and host Jack Fowler look at the phenomenon of 'Trump-ugees', automation and the job market, the evolving landscape of conservative environmental policies, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join Victor Davis Hanson and host Jack Fowler as they discuss Elon Musk's political party, politics in New York City with the rise of Zohran Mandami, the issues surrounding Medicaid fraud, the endowment minefield, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join Victor Davis Hanson and co-host Sami Winc for this 4th of July weekend episode. Topics covered include the Sean 'Diddy' Combs verdict, U Penn and transgenders, Hispanics, tribalism and California's political landscape, the latest FBI scandal, an overview of the Korean War, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this Friday news roundup VDH and Sami look at the passage of the Big Beautiful Bill, the hypocrisy of NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, Justice's lawsuit against LA for its sanctuary city policies, and the fatwas issued against Donald Trump and Netanyahu.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler as they cover global perceptions of Iranian theocracy, assessing Iranian military effectiveness including during the Iraq-Iran War, the leadership of Xi Jinping, racial politics within the Democratic Party, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode of the Victor Davis Hanson Show, Victor Davis Hanson and co-host Jack Fowler discuss the current political landscape, focusing on the recent legislative developments, particularly the 'Big Beautiful Bill,' the erosion of trust in experts and academia, Trump's unique leadership style, the recent Supreme Court decisions, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this weekend edition, Victor Davis Hanson and co-host Sami Winc examine Trump's polling and public support for military action, the Democratic Party internal divisions, Trump's impact on NATO, the Berlin airlift of 1948-49, concerns over Iranian sleeper cells, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this Friday news roundup, Victor Davis Hanson and co-host Sami Winc look at where Iran stands with its 'allies', the continuing exodus from blue cities, and how to encourage reverse migration through self-deportation.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode, VDH and Jack look at fallout from the Iran strike, the nature of the Iranian diaspora, the emotional toll the transgender issue has on parents, the removal of dams in California, the legacy of Sam Peckinpah, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Victor Davis Hanson and co-host Jack Fowler discuss Trump neutralizing Iran's nuclear threat, the unpredictability of Trump's foreign policy, MAGA's support for the strike, Obama's pathetic posturing, Gavin Newsom as a mediocre failure, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this weekend episode, Victor Davis Hanson and co-host Sami Winc discuss the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict, how the Mossad has helped ensure Israel's success, what the war means for China, the end of World War II in 1945, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this Friday news roundup, Victor Davis Hanson and co-host Sami Winc discuss Iran's military capabilities, the political implications of U.S. involvement with Israel's attack on Iran, Obama's stated agenda to transform America, the role of universities in cultural decay, positive changes in crime rates and immigration, the impact of self-deportation on the American workforce, and Democrats avoiding the hearings on the mental state of Joe Biden.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
William Tecumseh Sherman, liberation, and race in the Civil War, reflections on the Iraq War, the significance of horses in ancient military tactics, the overlooked legacy of the Byzantine Empire, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Victor Davis Hanson and co-host Jack Fowler answer listener questions on WWII. Topics covered include the failure of the Western Allies declare war on the Nazi-allied USSR in 1939, Patton's role on the Western Front and his desire to take on the Soviets, reading recommendations for the post-war era, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this weekend episode Victor Davis and Sami Winc look at the LA riots, Greta Thunberg's antics in Gaza, Iran's nuclear ambitions, political violence in Latin America, and how 1944 played out during World War II.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode Victor Davis Hanson and co-host Sami Winc discuss the LA riots and the deployment of the National Guard, D-Day, the falling out between Trump and Musk, the big beautiful bill, tariffs, and trade deficits, and the row between Riley Gaines and Simone Biles over trans men participating in women's sports.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Listen to Victor Davis Hanson and co-host Jack Fowler discuss Chinese students as the People's Army agents, Chinese responsibility for global troubles, US judges as politicos, the Secret Service politicized, the choices for Jews among Left anti-Semites, the criminality of the Left's martyrs, cutting aid to California's high-speed rail, and UC Santa Cruz as microcosm of radicalism started in the 1960s.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join Victor Davis Hanson and co-host Jack Fowler for thoughts on the LA riots, Musk-Trump fallout, ICE raids, Newsom's "this is cruel," and the real cruelty in California, meaning 65-cents-per-gallon tax, liberal elite destroying the middle class, sub-standard schools, and doxing ICE agents.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join Victor Davis Hanson in conversation with Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright, author, and filmmaker David Mamet. Topics discussed include David's new book, The Disenlightenment: Politics, Horror, and Entertainment, the power and corruption of institutions, the recrudescence of anti-Semitism on campus, and the current state of Hollywood.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Join Victor Davis Hanson and co-host Sami Winc to examine the week's news: anti-Semitic attack in Boulder, Colorado, protestors turn on ICE agents, drones hit Russia, Olympic "woman" boxer Khalib is male, Chinese nationals with dangerous fungus, 56.3% of liberal women with mental health issues, and Karine Jean-Pierre shirks Democratic party. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Listen to Victor Davis Hanson and co-host Jack Fowler examine China's threat to Taiwan, Trump calling out China on Truth Social, Biden's first speech since leaving office, Jill Biden should answer for lies, DEI has paralyzed the Democratic Party, Judge Dugan believes she's above the law, and from AIDS to trans issues for gay community.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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