Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words

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Victor Davis Hanson provides commentary on the latest political and cultural news with an eye to the historical significance of our time. He is an author, historian, classicist, and contemporary analyst. Join him to learn about the what's going on in your world.

  1. 1d ago

    The AI Apocalypse, the Left’s History of Crisis Warnings, and the Midterm Elections | Victor Davis Hanson

    Iran’s growing regional influence, the 2026 midterm elections, and warnings about the Left threatening an AI apocalypse dominate today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.” Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc examine Iran’s missile and nuclear programs, the U.S.-Israel relationship, and the strategic importance of the Middle East. They also discuss the 2026 midterms, touching on key races in Minnesota and Texas and the political strategies shaping the campaigns. Hanson also addresses warnings from AI leaders about human extinction, and questioning calls for international regulation. He connects the current AI debate to previous political and cultural crises instigated by the Left, including the overreaction panic from the left during COVID, and the lasting effects of those rushed decisions. The episode also explores racial tensions amplified by social media, fentanyl trafficking, and historical reflections on Millard Fillmore and Dwight D. Eisenhower.  Pure Health Research - Visit http://purehealthresearch.com and use coupon code VICTOR to save 35% on your order today.  Vaer Watches - Go to http://www.vaerwatches.com/vdhNEW FILM, The Immigration Crisis That Will Destroy The West, presented by The Heritage Foundation, OUT NOW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pX0rwaEs5jA 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA MovementThe Daily Signal, the proud producers of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words,” has a special limited time offer:  With a monthly donation $28, you’ll become BOTH a Signal Elite Supporter AND receive a copy of “The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement”Click here to order: https://secured.dailysignal.com/support-daily-signal-today/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=signalelite&utm_content=260820-vdh-book-youtube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  2. 2d ago

    Victor Davis Hanson: How Obama’s Race Politics Backfired on America

    The Left’s emphasis on racial victimhood, DEI, and equality of outcomes has made race more—not less—central to American life, replacing an older ideal of integration and equal opportunity, Victor Davis Hanson argues on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words,” with Sami Winc. Hanson contends that disputed racial narratives and perceived double standards are producing growing resentment, fatigue, and social separation rather than racial reconciliation. Hanson and Sami Winc also examine Canada’s escalating trade dispute with the United States. They discuss the Minnesota Senate race, allegations surrounding election fraud, and political polarization. Hanson dives into broader concerns about the direction of the Democratic Party, exploring race and media coverage, debates over alleged lynching incidents, Black Lives Matter, affirmative action, and changing narratives around race in American politics. Hanson then discusses college programs he characterizes as racially segregated, drawing on a report about race-based housing and graduation programs, before sharing his own experiences teaching minority students and discussing race-conscious admissions and opportunities. The episode also discusses how Trump’s return to office changed the personnel and strategic approach behind his political movement. My Patriot Supply - Visit http://www.preparewithvdh.com where in honor of National Preparedness Month, My Pariot Supply is giving every customer who gets their best-selling 3-Month Emergency Food Kit a 72-serving MEGA Protein Kit FREE. Allegiance Gold - Visit http://protectwithvictor.com to learn about a special Liberty Offer. GhostBed - Go to http://www.GhostBed.com/VDH and use promo code VDH to receive 10% off! NEW FILM, The Immigration Crisis That Will Destroy The West, OUT NOW: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pX0rwaEs5jA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  3. 3d ago

    Obama’s AI Alarm Could Hand China the Advantage | Victor Davis Hanson

    Democrats are elevating fears over artificial intelligence just before the midterms to attack Trump’s push for American technological dominance. Victor Davis Hanson warns that binding the U.S. to international AI controls could amount to unilateral disarmament if China and Russia refuse to play by the same rules.Victor argues that the problem with importing immigrants from failed states who lack a desire to assimilate is that they often recreate conditions for their original country’s decline. He examines Abdul El-Sayed’s supporters in Dearborn, who mourned the death of Ayatollah Khomeini as a case study for this phenomenon. Victor also critiques the true legacy of Obama, the race divisions that led to the rise of wokeness and lack of value for personal accountability in the zeitgeist.Allegiance Gold - Visit http://protectwithvictor.com to learn about a special Liberty Offer.  GhostBed - Go to www.GhostBed.com/VDH and use promo code VDH to receive 10% off!  Alliance Defending Freedom - Visit http://www.JoinADF.com/HANSON or text HANSON to 83848 and for a limited time your first gift to ADF will be MATCHED by a special matching grant—while funds last. The Heritage Guide to Historic Sites: Visit https://historicsites.heritage.org/ to start your adventure today.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  4. 5d ago

    Victor Davis Hanson: Mark Carney Is Leading Canada ‘Right Over the Cliff’

    Canada’s growing economic troubles, its escalating trade fight with the United States, and Prime Minister Mark Carney’s turn toward China are putting the country on a dangerous path. Years of weak economic growth, mass immigration, green-energy policies, and underinvestment in defense have left Canada increasingly vulnerable. Carney’s confrontation with the United States could cost Canada millions of jobs and push its already weak economy into recession. At the same time, closer ties with China threaten to drive an even deeper wedge between Canada and its largest trading partner and closest ally. Cove Pure - Get the lead (and chlorine) out and visit https:/www.CovePure.com/VDH today to get $250 off your order. Don’t wait!  Hillsdale - Visit https:/www.hillsdale.edu/VDH to enroll for free in Hillsdale's newest free online course, "The Iliad," with Professor Stephen Smith. Alliance Defending Freedom - Visit https:/www.JoinADF.com/HANSON or text HANSON to 83848 and for a limited time your first gift to ADF will be MATCHED by a special matching grant—while funds last. The Heritage Guide to Historic Sites: Visit https://historicsites.heritage.org/ to start your adventure today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  5. Sep 12

    Victor Davis Hanson: The Terrifying Power of Artificial Intelligence

    Ukraine, Iran, and the possibility of a major foreign-policy reset remain in focus as the Trump administration works to end the Russia-Ukraine war and Iran potentially waits until after the midterms to pursue a deal. Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc also consider what could follow if Republicans lose the midterms, including the possibility of renewed impeachment efforts, as well as the state of the economy, job growth, and Trump’s use of executive orders. European immigration and integration, growing tensions between the U.S. and Canada, and the presidencies of Zachary Taylor and John F. Kennedy round out the discussion, including Kennedy’s handling of the Cuban Missile Crisis, civil rights, and his 1960 presidential campaign. Artificial intelligence presents another major challenge, from the risk of increasingly powerful systems aiding the development of biological weapons and advanced military technology to the consequences of the United States falling behind China in the global AI race. Pure Health Research - Visit http://purehealthresearch.com and use coupon code VICTOR to save 35% on your order today. The Heritage Guide to Historic Sites: Visit https://historicsites.heritage.org/ to start your adventure today. Pre-order “The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement” NOW: https://www.amazon.com/Counterrevolution-Fall-Donald-Trump-Movement-ebook/dp/B0GF1K43WM  NEW FILM: “Sacred Honor: The Declaration That Defines a Nation,” featuring Victor Davis Hanson, is OUT NOW! https://youtu.be/O1d3gn_H8ow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  6. Sep 11

    Victor Davis Hanson: The 25th Anniversary of 9/11

    How did a city once attacked by Islamic terrorists elect an islamist mayor 25 years later?Victor Davis Hanson and Sami Winc explore the changing political ideologies from 2001 to 2026 in the context of the 25th anniversary of 9/11. They also discuss the shocking explanations of why the majority of Lindsey Clancy's jurors refused to believe she should be imprisoned for strangling her three children. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA MovementThe Daily Signal, the proud producers of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words,” has a special limited time offer:  With a monthly donation $28, you’ll become BOTH a Signal Elite Supporter AND receive a copy of “The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement”Click here to order: https://secured.dailysignal.com/support-daily-signal-today/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=signalelite&utm_content=260820-vdh-book-youtube NEW FILM: “Sacred Honor: The Declaration That Defines a Nation,” featuring Victor Davis Hanson, is OUT NOW! https://youtu.be/O1d3gn_H8ow  Allegiance Gold - Visit http://protectwithvictor.com to learn about a special Liberty Offer.  Hydralift - Visit http://pureance.com to shop and save. Right now, you can try HydraLift Volumizing Shampoo risk-free and save 35% by using discount code VICTOR at checkout.  Alliance Defending Freedom - Visit www.JoinADF.com/HANSON or text HANSON to 83848 and for a limited time your first gift to ADF will be DOUBLED by a special matching grant—while funds last.The Heritage Guide to Historic Sites: Visit https://historicsites.heritage.org/ to start your adventure today.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. Sep 10

    Victor Davis Hanson: Why Europe Is Turning Against Mass Immigration

    Europe’s growing backlash against mass immigration, Germany’s recent elections, and anti-migrant protests in Britain highlight mounting tensions over immigration, assimilation, and the continent’s changing demographics. Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler examine the cultural and political consequences of those shifts, along with Colin Kaepernick’s return to the spotlight and his controversial political views. They also look at the declining cultural status of blue-collar work in America, the growing shortage of skilled tradespeople, and the strong wages available in many of those professions. In New York City, Mayor Zohran Mamdani faces controversy surrounding the upcoming 9/11 remembrance ceremony and his decision to hand a ceremonial pen to his chief counsel after signing two 9/11-related executive orders. Allegiance Gold - Visit http://protectwithvictor.com/ to learn about a special Liberty Offer. Vaer Watches -  Visit http://Vaerwatches.com/VDH The Heritage Guide to Historic Sites: Visit https://historicsites.heritage.org/ to start your adventure today. Pre-order “The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement” NOW: https://www.amazon.com/Counterrevolution-Fall-Donald-Trump-Movement-ebook/dp/B0GF1K43WM  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  8. Sep 9

    Victor Davis Hanson: Modern ‘Art’ Is Separating Man from Meaning feat. Sculptor Sabin Howard

    Michelangelo painted the Sistine Chapel at 33 years old. Raphael painted the Stanze di Raffaello when he was in his twenties. Where has this love for art gone?   In this special episode of Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words, Hanson sits down with American classical figurative sculptor Sabin Howard to discuss the rise of modern art and Howard’s personal mission to commemorate American history through his bronze sculptures. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA MovementThe Daily Signal, the proud producers of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words,” has a special limited time offer:  With a monthly donation $28, you’ll become BOTH a Signal Elite Supporter AND receive a copy of “The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement”Click here to order: https://secured.dailysignal.com/support-daily-signal-today/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=signalelite&utm_content=260820-vdh-book-youtube The Heritage Guide to Historic Sites: Visit https://historicsites.heritage.org/ to start your adventure today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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