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Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words
30 episodes
Victor Davis Hanson: Socialism Sounds Great Until You Run Out of Other People’s Money
Aug 15, 2026 · 1 hr 34 min
The growing influence of democratic socialism, aggressive wealth taxes, and the financial pressures facing blue states as governments search for new sources of revenue. Trump’s strategy toward Iran, the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, and declining American support for Israel raise broader questions about the direction of U.S. foreign policy. Plus, a look at William Henry Harrison and Gerald Ford, the political fallout of Watergate, and how the Republican Party evolved from an era of accepting polit…
The SAVE Act Showdown, the Left’s Socialist Revolution, and Mamdani’s Netanyahu Threat
Aug 14, 2026 · 1 hr 15 min
Socialists are going to school for gender studies - and finding out that doesn’t pay in the real world. In today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words,” Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler examine Iran’s attacks, Ukraine’s drone war, and Marco Rubio’s warning about left-wing violence. Hanson discusses the Democratic Party’s socialist agenda, arguing that many of its leading figures come from wealthy or privileged backgrounds while using race and class politics to divide Americans.…
The COVID Truth The ‘Experts’ Didn’t Want to Hear, Academia’s DEI Fraud, and Open Borders | VDH
Aug 13, 2026 · 1 hr 20 min
How were the scientists who criticized Fauci’s COVID mandates unfairly vilified in a way to keep them silent? On today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words,” Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler discuss certain scientists’ early warnings about school closures, lockdowns, vaccine mandates, and the broader costs of the COVID response, while explaining how Fauci suppressed dissent and concealed his involvement in COVID-related gain-of-function research in China. The episode also…
Victor Davis Hanson: The FBI’s Secret Trump Probe, Birthright Citizenship, and the WNBA’s Race War
Aug 11, 2026 · 1 hr 30 min
The WNBA erupts into controversy after Sophie Cunningham is clotheslined during a game, with the incident quickly becoming a flashpoint over race, politics, and the culture war in the WNBA. On today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words” Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler examine the FBI’s “Oxford Comma” investigation, and the new questions it raises about the Trump-Russia probe and alleged political bias within federal law enforcement. They examine the topic of birthright c…
The Democratic Socialists' Biggest Lie, Michigan's Leftward Shift, and Academia's Plagiarism Problem | VDH
Aug 10, 2026 · 1 hr 27 min
Socialists are lying to the American people about their backgrounds. Despite the propaganda they pander to the masses, Democratic Socialists are elites, argue Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.” Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc dive into the results of Tuesday's primary elections in Michigan. They argue the Democrat Party is increasingly divided between establishment figures and democratic socialists, discussing radical candidates suc…
Victor Davis Hanson: Socialism Sounds Better Than It Works
Aug 7, 2026 · 1 hr 23 min
Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc dive into the results of Tuesday's primary elections in Michigan. They argue the Democratic Party is increasingly divided between establishment figures and democratic socialists, discussing candidates such as Abdullah El-Sayed, Zohran Mamdani, and Francesca Hong while examining the broader ideological direction of the party. They also discuss the challenges of progressive governance, including New York City's proposed government-run grocery stores, the rising co…
Victor Davis Hanson: Why the WNBA Is Fighting Its Own Stars
Aug 6, 2026 · 1 hr 9 min
Coaches can’t even say that biological men shouldn’t be in women’s sports? In this episode, Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler discuss America’s military readiness, the lessons of World War II’s massive industrial buildup, and why the United States needs to rapidly rebuild its weapons production. They discuss the growing use of Flock surveillance cameras, warning that the technology can track vehicles, identify people, and record movements, raising serious Fourth Amendment and privacy concerns.…
Victor Davis Hanson: New York's Socialist Agenda, Iran's Threats, and Spain's Border Crisis,
Aug 4, 2026 · 1 hr 26 min
Victor and Jack provide an update on the conflict with Iran and assess the latest threats facing the region. They examine New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's proposed property tax surcharge, the release of homeowners' addresses, and the broader philosophy behind redistribution policies and government power. The conversation also covers the surge of African migrants into Spain, Europe's shifting approach to illegal immigration and deportations, and the continuing debate over Anthony Fauci's COVI…
The Real Odyssey, Andrew Jackson's America, and Reagan's Conservative Revival | Victor Davis Hanson
Aug 1, 2026 · 1 hr 30 min
Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey impresses with spectacular visuals; but it misses the heart of Homer's epic, argues Victor Davis Hanson. On today's edition of Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words, Hanson explores the historical origins of The Odyssey, explaining how the poem blends Mycenaean history, Greek mythology, and oral tradition into one of Western civilization's foundational works. He then critiques Nolan's adaptation, praising its technical achievements while arguing that changes to ke…
Victor Davis Hanson: Fauci’s Diary EXPLAINED
Jul 31, 2026 · 1 hr 26 min
Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc discuss the narcissistic ravings of fame-obsessed Dr. Anthony Fauci. They examine the contradictory statements Fauci made publicly and wrote privately. They also discuss the viability of socialist candidates in light of Mamdani's pied-à-terre and recent publication of wealthy NYC resident's information. |My Patriot Supply - Get $250 off My Patriot Supply’s best-selling 6-month emergency food supply! Available now at http://preparewithvdh.com Alliance Defe…
Victor Davis Hanson: I Left Academia Because I Was Sick of the Blatant Racial Politics
Jul 30, 2026 · 1 hr 23 min
Modern higher education standards are being ruined by the wokeness taking over America. Look no further than Arizona State University, where its School of Journalism just announced a new major dedicated to becoming an “influencer.” Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words,” examine Congressman Ro Khanna’s policy priorities for a Democratic House majority, including Medicare for All, living wage mandates, and cutting off aid to Israel.…
Victor Davis Hanson: Anthony Fauci’s Own Records Reveal Who He Really Was
Jul 28, 2026 · 1 hr 22 min
Iran’s leadership is increasingly divided as political factions seek renewed negotiations with the United States while the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps pushes for continued conflict. America’s Gulf allies must take greater responsibility for confronting Iran and protecting the region. Newly released documents raise serious questions about Anthony Fauci’s honesty, financial interests, and conduct during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Democratic Party’s socialist wing continues to gain influence,…
Victor Davis Hanson: The Democratic Socialists of America are Frankenstein’s Monster
Jul 25, 2026 · 1 hr 27 min
This week Victor and Sami discuss how the new Socialist Left emerged from the Democrats catering to the excesses of their fringe, creating a political Frankenstein’s monster. They also provide an update on the state of the Iran war, as wartime strategic decision making necessitates the U.S. to retaliate disproportionately. As part of the Saturday Special, Victor examines the connections between John Quincy Adams and George H. W. Bush and the entertaining exchange between Representative Gill and…
The IRS Leak Scandal, Democrats’ Socialist Takeover, and the ICC’s War on Israel
Jul 24, 2026 · 1 hr 25 min
An IRS employee who leaked thousands of confidential tax records, non-citizens mistakenly receiving ballots, and Zohran Mamdani's pledge to arrest Benjamin Netanyahu all fuel this week's political firestorm. Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc argue on today's edition of "Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words" that these controversies reveal a broader pattern of political weaponization, and the Democratic Party's accelerating shift toward democratic socialism. They discuss how progressive activist…
Iran's Military Bluff, Socialist Revival, and World War II Revisionism | Victor Davis Hanson
Jul 23, 2026 · 1 hr 10 min
Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler argue that President Trump is leading a political "counter-revolution," seeking to reverse decades of progressive policies on immigration, education, energy, and American history, doing more than any other Republican president. They examine why these efforts have sparked fierce resistance from the political Left and what they could mean for the country's future.The conversation also covers the growing appeal of democratic socialism among younger Americans, the…
The War with Iran, the Left’s Anti-Semitism, and America’s Election Battle | Victor Davis Hanson
Jul 21, 2026 · 1 hr 26 min
Iran escalates. Trump retaliates. And a New York mayoral candidate wants Netanyahu arrested. Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler unpack the week's biggest geopolitical and political stories on today's edition of "Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words." They discuss the escalating conflict with Iran, Ukraine's evolving strategy against Russia, and why Hanson believes Israel has emerged in a far stronger strategic position than many expected. The episode also covers Trump's address on election int…
Campus ‘Palestine’ Hysteria, Iran Negotiation Doubts, and Why Blue States Are Bleeding Wealth | VDH
Jul 18, 2026 · 1 hr 36 min
Recent polling from Pew Research shows young Americans—especially Democrats under 30—favor Palestinians over Israelis, which Victor Davis Hanson attributes to campus-driven mass-cult politics, celebrity activism, and a Marxist oppressor-victim framework rather than historical knowledge. Hanson argues the post–Oct. 7 anti-Israel surge was not tied to events in Gaza and compares it to fading fads like Me Too and BLM, while criticizing prominent anti-Israel figures and “cosmic morality” that ignore…
Updates on the Iran Strategy, the Democrats’ Working-Class Crisis, and the Battle Over DEI | VDH
Jul 17, 2026 · 1 hr 20 min
As President Trump escalates pressure on Iran, Victor Davis Hanson examines whether a swift military campaign could cripple the regime, reshape the balance of power in the Middle East, and deter America's adversaries.Hanson and Sami Winc also discuss the Democrat Party's search for working-class voters, arguing that its embrace of progressive politics has left it increasingly disconnected from middle America.The conversation explores the rise of anti-Americanism, antisemitism, and socialist idea…
Mamdani’s War on American History, Hamas Sympathy Grows, and California’s Ebonics Comeback
Jul 16, 2026 · 1 hr 15 min
The Left's obsession with identity politics and rewriting history is reshaping everything from America's largest cities to its classrooms. Victor Davis Hanson examines New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's controversial immigrant map, growing support for Hamas among younger Americans, the return of Ebonics in California schools, and the Charlie Kirk murder case.Hanson argues that progressive leaders are erasing America's history of assimilation while encouraging tribalism and victimhood in its pl…
Iran’s Growing Threat, Graham’s Lasting Legacy, and the Left’s Misreading of Homer | VDH
Jul 14, 2026 · 1 hr 13 min
Iran’s attacks continue to escalate, prompting calls for a stronger U.S. response. Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler argue America should abandon a limited “tit-for-tat” strategy and instead pursue decisive action to deter the Iranian regime.Conversation then turns to the controversy surrounding Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, and what today’s debates reveal about America’s understanding of Western civilization. The question of modern education standards affecting how much people truly know a…
Victor Davis Hanson: Iran War Update, Mexico’s Cartel Problem, and the Tyler Robinson Case
Jul 11, 2026 · 1 hr 12 min
Iran’s latest moves, Mexico’s reaction to the El Mayo arrest, and the Tyler Robinson case all raise the same question: whether America still has the will to confront threats directly. Today we look at the war update in Iran, the power of Mexican cartels, fentanyl, border security, and the political fallout when the U.S. takes action against cartel leaders. At home, the Tyler Robinson case adds another test of accountability, justice, and political violence. Together, these stories show a c…
Why Graham Platner’s Dropped Out Now, Hitting Iran Harder, Europe’s ‘Breakup’ Talk & Smithsonian Rewrite
Jul 10, 2026 · 1 hr 20 min
In this Friday news roundup, Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc discuss Maine Democrat Senate candidate Graham Platner “suspending” his campaign amid multiple allegations and party maneuvering, arguing Democrats only abandon candidates when polls turn, and they one of their own are hurt. They shift to Iran, endorsing renewed, disproportionate U.S. strikes to deter attacks and disrupt Iran’s trade routes to China and Russia while rejecting any deployment of U.S. ground troops. Hanson dismisses rep…
Patriot Front, Europe's Break with America, and Tucker Carlson's Third-Party Dream
Jul 9, 2026 · 1 hr 28 min
Is America becoming more divided at home—and more isolated abroad? Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler examine the media firestorm surrounding the July 4 Patriot Front photo, arguing that public attention is often shaped by selective coverage rather than consistent standards. They discuss recent teen takeover incidents, rising concerns about crime, and the state of race relations in America, while debating how decades of public policy have contributed to today's challenges. The conversatio…
The Racist Tribalism Coming for Your Hometown, the Californian Blueprint, and Islam’s Infiltration | VDH
Jul 7, 2026 · 1 hr 27 min
The extreme socialist and Communist policies taking over California and New York may be coming from your hometown next. Victor Davis Hanson discusses the failure of elite socialists like Gavin Newsom, the infiltration of Islam into the Democrat Party, and the tribalism Leftists are forcing throughout the country. Victor Davis Hanson points out the flaws in the socialist’s arguments, noting most of them are products of privilege. For example, Mamdani and Omar belong to the wealthiest and most pri…
Victor Davis Hanson: Why the American Republic Has Survived for 250 Years
Jul 4, 2026 · 1 hr 39 min
Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc discuss on this special July 4th edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words” why the U.S. republic has endured for 250 years. They cite secondary advantages—vast resources, continental unity, and ocean buffers—but emphasize the Constitution’s mixed government, intricate checks and balances, and the Bill of Rights for its continued survival. Victor notes the amendment process is intentionally difficult, requiring supermajorities in Congress and the states.…
Victor Davis Hanson: Roberts and Coney Barrett’s Defection in the Birthright Citizenship Decision
Jul 3, 2026 · 1 hr 29 min
This week, the Trump v. Barbara's decision regarding birthright citizenship surprised observers, as Justices Roberts and Barrett departed from the conservative vote. Sami and Victor discuss potential motivations for the justices’ defections and the detrimental incentive structures of American immigration. In addition, they explore what “democrat” really means, the case of trans athlete AB Hernandez, and the importance of teaching young people the detriments of socialism. “Sacred Honor: The Decla…
The Supreme Court Decides, Scott Wiener’s ‘Betrayal,’ and Immigration Fraud | VDH
Jul 2, 2026 · 1 hr 23 min
The Supreme Court’s new rulings on mail-in ballots, Scott Wiener’s apparent ‘betrayal’ of his trans allies, and the rampant immigration fraud within this country are all discussed on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.” Hanson recounts October 7 and the genocide that Hamas committed toward the Jewish people. This is why it is surprising that State Sen. Scott Wiener, Jewish, caved to his fellow Democrats and recanted his support for Israel. It turns out Democrats don’t mind…
Iran’s Ceasefire Violations, Europe’s Skepticism, and Democrats’ Socialist Turn | Victor Davis Hanson
Jun 30, 2026 · 1 hr 30 min
Iran’s reported ceasefire violations, Trump’s retaliatory strikes, and Victor Davis Hanson’s view that future U.S. responses may need expanded “dual-use” targeting to deter Tehran while managing oil prices and public opinion are all discussed on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.” Hanson recounts speaking with European diplomatic figures who he says dislike Trump, resent not being consulted, and asked extensively about J.D. Vance, NATO burden-sharing, and Trump’s Greenlan…
Victor Davis Hanson: Antifa, America's Universities, and the Decline of Patriotism
Jun 27, 2026 · 1 hr 8 min
Victor Davis Hanson discusses Antifa, America's universities, political extremism, and the decline of patriotism, while examining Iran, drone warfare, military technology, the War Powers Act, Barack Obama's legacy, Thomas Jefferson, and the latest political and cultural issues shaping the United States on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.” SACRED HONOR: THE DECLARATION THAT DEFINES A NATION | PREMIERES JULY 2, 2026 👉Subscribe to The Daily Signal’s YouTube channel and en…
Zohran Mamdani’s AIPAC Attack, Updates on the Iran Strategy, and America’s Urban Decline
Jun 26, 2026 · 1 hr 19 min
Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc examine the Trump administration’s emerging agreement with Iran, arguing that the memorandum reflects a strategic effort to avoid a broader regional conflict. They also discuss New York politician Zohran Mamdani’s attacks on AIPAC, exploring what seems to be a growing antisemitism and anti-Israel sentiment from within the American Left. The episode critiques Kamala Harris’ political future and public messaging, while also examining reports that Tucker Carlson an…
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