Office Hours with Victor Davis Hanson: Themistocles

[@soccrateswannabe]

I'm 84 & have concluded that VDH is someone who acknowledges his feelings but "Thinks" BEYOND his feelings & does so objectively & brilliantly. He is a most unusual "blend" of human characteristics!

[@saltburner2]

VDH and Tom Sowell are the wisest men in America.

[@Cool-r8q6k]

So wise.

[@williamturner01]

I grew up having a great dislike for school, even dare I say a hatred for it. This man made me like learning through the way he explains it. God bless V.D.H.

[@elishevajones6730]

Victor Davis Hanson is a national treasure.

[@danoconnor3720]

In history, Victor doesn't just know what happened, he knows what motivated the players.

[@coachmen8508]

And that's a huge difference, anybody can recite dates and places

[@christorpher84]

So What

[@milandragojlovich5500]

What a never-ending joy to listen to a broadly educated and confident man; talking and explaining…we need more, much more; may God bless them all…!

[@kennyc388]

A glorious replacement for the likes of Joe Biden !!

[@margielinn5409]

Whenever you show on TV, UTube I drop everything and listen. Your brilliance is over my head at times but I love being stretched and learn so much!! I love your unassuming humility and your character. Thank you so so much for sharing your precious time and knowledge with us. You are appreciated and loved. I'm in my 80s but still love to learn.

[@rdekemper]

Inspiring! Thank you….

[@denvergearhart3138]

Thank you for saying exactly my own thoughts on Dr. Hanson.

[@jamesdonald7485]

Very well said.......

[@theresacoffman8133]

Same! VDH is an intellectual phenomenon!

[@What_did_u_say]

Just another big Thank You to VDH.

[@randypandolini6506]

I have never been the kind of person that has been star struck with movie stars and never been impressed with many people, but I am always impressed with Mr. Victor Davi Hanson. What a smart, brilliant intelligent man. Alway makes so much sense. I would definitely would be star struck with Mr. Hanson. I could probably set and talk with him and have so many questions about life in general. Why couldn't Mr. Hanson run for President. What a mind he has...

[@rlmarett]

Simply put: Dr. Hanson is a Gift, indeed, a Blessing

[@livefreeordie3149]

Some much you can say about VDH.... simply, he's a great American.

[@August84118]

I am deeply appreciative to Pepperdine University for sharing this Victor Davis Hanson series with us. His knowledge, humility and calm demeanor are character traits to be emulated in our society.

[@minutebooks3245]

VDH is a remarkable man. Broadly educated, profound insights. This man is sought after everywhere yet he seems unaware that he is VDH. As much as his wisdom I love the humility I see in this man. What a role model.

[@TheAlly04]

I'm so impressed that Pepperdine had this brilliant man on campus. I hope those grad students know how fortunate they are to have studied under him.

[@skeetfleming5724]

❤😂🎉😢😮😮p😅

[@What_did_u_say]

You can learn more in one hour listening to VDH than most high school kids learn in 4 years of history class!

[@christinerussell1132]

Amen!!!

[@MariaPerez-uv8mm]

Ain’t that the truth!😮

[@WinkLinkletter]

Iko Iko!

[@What_did_u_say]

@@WinkLinkletter chakimo fina a na nae!

[@lynnhauenstein4136]

So true...kids today are used to screen...They will learn more, depending on age and maturity. Listen to 30min...then call up 5 kids. random. To answer questions on blackboard...re VDH LECTURE.. BUT OF course never will happen. Someone might get embarrassed... Just generating more losers..Sad but So

[@johnhughes2043]

I’m always awestruck at the depth of knowledge this man has to share for those that will listen. A true American icon and educator. VDH for president? Man is WAY too smart and has much more integrity than that. Talk about “draining the swamp” , would have the majority of the legislative branch realizing what pompous and corrupt fools they really are in a very short time!

[@ronjon7942]

Dr. Hanson is much more valuable just as he is, as opposed to being a president. Now, an adviser to an effective, responsive president…I could wrap my mind around this.

[@rostamr4096]

Loved it. I can listen to Mr. Hanson for hours It's a great story and an amazing mind of our time.

[@TTFN55]

Dr. VDH is so brilliant.

[@norichesney]

Having graduated from Seaver BA History and School of Business MBA, followed by 5 yrs working there before moving the Europe, I am very sorry that VDH wasn't there then. Simply brilliant. Very glad Pepperdine is making his voice heard around the world.

[@maggiealbritton8741]

Yes indeed! America desperately needs more emphasis on History in our schools! For if we don’t know where we have been, we do NOT know where we are going!

[@davidwalker1793]

How I wish I had been able to learn from such a person as VDH during my youth. His breadth of knowledge, wisdom and delivery keep me enthralled every time he discusses each area of his expertise.

[@juliemunoz2762]

Even better. You may learn from him now, older, wiser and able to appreciate the experience!

[@davidwalker1793]

@@juliemunoz2762 it’s never too late to learn new facts and appreciate wise views and I certainly do from both his video talks and his books.

[@davidwalker1793]

@@juliemunoz2762 That was actually the reason for my comment. His lectures, talks supported by his books make all these topics he explores so much more interesting that I learn and appreciate so much more from the different perspectives he introduces to history and current affairs.

[@rosaesle3340]

This CUBAN-BORN would like to congratulate you not only for part1 of this series, but especially for chosing Victor Davis Hanson, a historian, whom I greatly admire

[@ladylyonteeth3952]

It’s imperative, when teaching history to bring in the practical lessons which can be applied in the here and now. Then, it’s exciting and an enjoyable adventure.

[@mattd6086]

Check out the comment section for any VDH video and you will see him called a national treasure. I think people independently arrive at this conclusion. When people leave comments, they think of the highest compliment they can pay him, and it just comes to mind. It's not how he is introduced, it's just how people feel about this man, and he lives up to it every day.

[@bethb6568]

Ive been out of college for 40yrs. Listening to the calm, astute brilliance of Mr Hanson transports me to those wonderful years of learning. His students will always remembr him.

[@trishcote229]

Dearest Pepperdine University, Please note that, I absolutely love, love, love Dr.Victor Hansen. It's so refreshing and, gives me a renewed sense of HOPE, when he speaks. Not only is his intelligence, and, how he articulates, very important issues, much appreciated, his whole being is welcomed and, correct. Bravo, dear sir, for having this outstanding individual, as a guest speaker. Respectfully, THE QUEEN.👑🤩

[@viramandybur]

The depth and breath of his knowledge cannot be matched …ok, by Thomas Sowell, but can’t think of anyone else…❤

[@icydawn4257]

Agree

[@Ethan-bu2zy]

Dr. Hanson is a National Treasure! So much to learn from listening to this man.

[@robertwilkinson8421]

I always make time to listen to VDH. He always has something Important to say and I value that highly.

[@harryaarrestad583]

VDH , history in your face , love it !

[@NotSoAlarmed]

His students are so lucky. Grateful for this interview/discussion 🙏

[@keithehrman5490]

Speaker of the house.

[@SusanH4626]

I have learned so much listening to Victor David Hanson. I wish I had a teacher or professor like him when I was in school. !

[@mode-e75]

What a joy. I'm so glad there are three more episodes to listen to.

[@stephensangalli]

Thank you Victor, again!

[@RickClifton]

Dr. Victor Davis Hanson is in the same class as Dr. Thomas Sowell. I don't have great admiration for many, but these two are at the top of my list.

[@michellebaeza4618]

VDH is a true gem. Priceless!

[@patriciakimball8150]

I love that the arc of VDH’s memory and understanding reaches far back in history to the present. As a Jew, that’s exactly how it is for me. He makes me less alone. 🙏❤️

[@juanamora9513]

A country needs to have the most intelligent best educated people. If you have mediocres and incompetence you regress. And you need loyal citizens who really love and will be willing to protect what they have!

[@xldogg]

A wise and brilliant man. Dr. Hansen is a national treasure.

[@barb8255]

If we were to go and compel/convince/beg a man to be president like they basically did with George Washington, I'd say let's pick VDH.

[@denvergearhart3138]

Amen and Amen

[@juliemunoz2762]

@@denvergearhart3138Like omg! it’s “Aman & Awoman”! Nancy Pelosi.

[@ronjon7942]

@@juliemunoz2762oh lord. Good one.

[@overallgreatidea6433]

Rand Paul

[@markespinoza7090]

As great as he is….He don’t go the juice.

[@thesmallnotesduo]

Power corrupts. Absolute power corrupts absolutely. If we all accept this truth. we ALL benefit.

[@darbyohara]

Most people accept that. But they are too weak and dumb to do anything to prevent it

[@michaelwolfe8888]

That old adage sounds profound but is false. Actually, power does not corrupt. The Lord Jesus Christ has absolute power, and He is absolutely righteous. The extent of a person's pre-existing corruption becomes more evident, and likely more cultivated, as that person has more power to wield. But it was not the power itself that caused the corruption. Rather, greater power enables a greater display of pre-existing corruption.

[@joemccormick9109]

I’m always amazed at how esteemed orators like Obama and Churchill read carefully prepared scripts, Dr Hanson just rolls off an avalanche of learned knowledge as if he’s reading a script. I think I’ve learned more from his musings than from any book

[@jillgreen5288]

I love Victor. He is a brilliant historian. I look forward to Part 2

[@andrewsibanda8550]

Great intellectual historic mind... a national treasure....

[@Politicallyhomeless957]

Wish I could be in that class. VDH is my favorite historian and intellectual these days.

[@royolstad8532]

Victor Davis Hanson. I am so glad he is around, he's paying attention, and he's a bulwark in the center of the flood. I'd love to take him fishing up in the mountains.

[@timothyjones74]

Long live VDH

[@dougmoore5252]

He is brilliant. I never had a professor like him. They thought themselves smart. But this gentleman is indeed.

[@tropics8407]

Fascinating ! 🙌 good to have VH speaking up…we need it 👍

[@biserkabrito2582]

I much admire the unassuming brilliance of VDH. I listen to all his inputs and learn very much. I follow and honor this immense scholar and teacher. I want to listen to his-Office Hours- series and all his teachings. It's a genuine privilege.

[@freethinker1056]

Thank you. It’s so refreshing to be actually learning from a real scholar who has no agenda except to enhance his students.

[@ainslie187]

This may be the best VDH interview/lecture I’ve heard, having a listened to him for probably dozens of hours in total.

[@carlharmeling512]

Prof Hansen has a perfect cadence for understanding and maintaining interest in his students. Easy to follow without stagnating over details or digressing endlessly. Having a theme and pursuing it with a depth of understanding and knowledge.

[@corrinnereynolds4091]

VDH what an incredible blessing to have him lecturing

[@allenhamm1231]

VDH has mastered a thinking skill known as Integrative Complexity: the knowledge and ability to zoom out and see the workings and patterns that can impact the outcome of particular situations. This rare ability would make him a great President.

[@richardfox2865]

I'm from England; I can tell you that when VDH has any exposure on the net, thinking men and women stop and listen and consider his words.

[@Fivepointcalv]

I NEVER miss a VDH interview/recording

[@jazerlights8870]

This is Brilliant!

[@Christopher-iu6kq]

It would be interesting to hear a talk between VDH and Noam Chomsky. Thank you always VDH and Pepperdine University.

[@TC-cd5fh]

Hear Noam Chomsky! A pompous, self-congratulatory chunter-merchant. OK, might be good sport to see VDH expose him. Think VDH is the real deal. (The lack of smiling's noticeable. But I think I know why after the recent Uncommon Knowledge interviews with him.) Admiration & respect - for VDH (for the removal of doubt).

[@lv4077]

Chomsky? Listening to an anarcho communist, who’s known for his work as a linguist ,hypothesize about his hobby,self promotion and the destruction of capitalism,wouldn’t be my first choice.

[@lv4077]

@googlenazicompany5935 Coming from an apparent expert as you obviously are,VDH wouldn’t want to intrude on your specialty.

[@mbtvalli]

Fantastic discussion and analysis. Thank you for sharing!

[@hammerain93]

This talk reminds me of a quote, I think from Schopenhaur: "Talent hits a target nobody else can hit, genius hits a target nobody else can *see*".

[@corrinnereynolds4091]

VDH what a wonderful professor. I wish I had studied under him

[@oO-_-_-_-Oo]

Such a refreshing voice of clarity.

[@rick-hm3ji]

As always, VDH was just fascinating to listen to. In this case, Mr. Peterson was also excellent in his moderation and questions.

[@crwmdp9]

Man would I love to be in that class!

[@sarahjones79]

Amazing America ❤ how vast and awesome your institutions are

[@obsessedaddicted7629]

I want more!!! I cannot help being enthralled!

[@toddtheisen8386]

VDH is the archetype advisor every President, Senator or CEO should have in his circle. Reflective, methodical in speech and based on facts/history...all good qualities in an intellectual confidant. Too bad our leaders of the recent past seem to be swayed by social media and pollsters.

[@jroar123]

Informative video that everyone who wants to learn about what makes a good effective leader should watch.

[@AlexFillios]

i am almost 80 years old and i stilll want to learn

[@bluebirdgramma6317]

Amen. I am too and love learning. It's a Great Day when I learn something new!

[@appearingweekly6199]

This was excellent

[@melaniegaribaldi6724]

Love VDH!

[@kennethsnyder9236]

Dr. Hanson: The first thing comes to my attention is how much common sense he has described with words and why it’s not the norm for everyone! I wonder how far we have gone to behave unlike the norm! Hate has no place in a society, but it has taken over in just about every aspect of our life. We need to stop hating.

[@ceecee6679]

VDH is an amazing human.

[@chrismiles8822]

Love the NEW CRITERION article by VDH entitled Popular song as popular revolt about the Anthony song "Rich Men North of Richmond".❤❤❤

[@corrinnereynolds4091]

Awesome thank you for this interview

[@daisywu7106]

I love George Patton. He is one of the greatest generals in American history. I wish there is General Patton now.

[@stephenabril7084]

Can hardly wait for the rest of the story.

[@snakeolicous]

Loved it very insightful thanks for bringing him on.

[@davida.gorton7175]

Most excellent way to spend 39 minutes.

[@MrBolshevik17]

I'm waiting VERY impatiently for part two...

[@nicglau8803]

I really enjoyed this lecture!

[@corrinnereynolds4091]

Wow what an incredible blessing to be taught by him

[@janesmith599]

We wouldn't be in this current mess if Prof. Hansen taught these cornerstones at our overcrowded public colleges.

[@Breca]

Hear hear !

[@pattyhansen7563]

Yeah, but they would just shout him down & never let anyone attend his lectures...so he'd have to do them online anyway🤣

[@joemccarthy709]

The first task of any thoughtful POTUS would be to hire VDH as consiglieri, thus providing historical context for important policy decisions.

[@1caseyk]

Dr Hanson, add to your military leadership characteristics and qualities of the savior generals, the very unique and strange characteristics of the artist. During your whole talk my mind was screaming: the artist has this other-man and genius quality. I say this as a former infantry officer, and now an artist. We need artists to train our next civil leaders, and it wouldn't hurt the military leaders to train the same way. I don't mean the cultural follower artists of today, either. I mean the game changers. Inspiring talk and thank you for this series ahead of time.

[@justindominic2083]

Niiice... VDH for President! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@HoldenMcG]

What a great series this will be! I would love to audit the classroom sessions. Hopefully, the learners will come out as better leaders and go on to produce better results. My corporate experience has lead me to believe there is too much 'leadership' pushed on to every role and next to nothing on the value of 'followship'. If you've got 50,000 'leaders' in your corporation, you've got the unmanageable likelihood of going in 50,000 different directions. Sadly, I found that leaders couldn't make a clear distinction between leadership and ownership (this touches on what VDH mentioned about Grant's ability to write clear and succinct orders). Also, I could relate to the notion of having an open mind, to avoid not appreciating (or possibly fearing) what a others can bring to the table. It's a real blindspot to discount thier ideas because that person isn't what is the norm/expected (not the best dressed/vocabulary; gruff, curt or just overly passionate about expressing ideas). I say that because we were often hammered with the message to be aware of inherent biases, yet many leaders will discount ideas of others because they don't like (i.e., have a bias against) the person bringing the idea.

[@CharlesWhipple-x3n]

Love Vic!

[@johnclarke6647]

Leadership is boiled down to take care of my men, get the mission accomplished and bring everybody home. This is the same thing that I learned as a Marine NCO some 50 odd years ago and they are the same, today. Leadership does not change, even though people may. My favorite example is LT General Lewis B “Chesty”Puller. I once heard, great men have great sins. My late publisher hated George Patton with a passion because he said that he followed that SOB all over Europe cleaning up behind him. I met Chesty in 1966 when I was a fresh PFC out of Parris Island. My late uncle served under him in the first Marine Division during WW2 and Korea.

[@walterdavis4808]

Thanks

[@erikvynckier4819]

Mixtotesticles spoke wisely.

[@rockymntain]

36:10 The development of the B-29 was a remarkable feat in itself, but the resulting plane more than likely helped end/win WWII faster than without it. It's main purpose was to be a long range heavy bomber. The plane was needed due to the lack of airbases near Japan. It needed to fly several thousand miles with its payload. The closest they could get at the time was to fly from mainland China. After several upgrades, like larger, higher horsepower engines, it proved to be a very useful plane in the war.

[@thomasc.champion4066]

Foresight seems to mean when someone has the ability to interpret a situation in the present moment with such accuracy and precision that conclusions can be derived not only about the present situation but the mistakes others will make in its analysis, thus adding a prophetic quality, but really it’s simply a very deep understanding of that present moment.

[@thomasc.champion4066]

@googlenazicompany5935 well said ... kid.

[@charlesmackey8179]

Very enjoyable.

[@bradquigley81]

Brilliant

[@grahamcombs4752]

Brilliant as always. It is interesting that in 2003 on the eve of the Iraq War, the Wall Street Journal reported that 40% of the U.S. Army soldiers were from the South. The Scots Irish world (and I have that strain in my life) continued in their tradition of defending the country when called to do so. Today they have been alienated by the Pentagon from serving. Defenestrating statues probably has not encouraged enlistment. It could have been handled with some respect, or at least less relish, given the deeps roots of Southern military tradition; the Citadel etc. There is a decadence in the military that is easily swayed toward everything but preparedness for war or its threat. Plato: "Only the dead know the end of war."

[@katherinemahon9471]

You can train your children to develop foresight by playing a game with them when they are as young as 3 years old. What happens next? If you do that what happens next? At bedtime, what are we planning to do tomorrow, on the weekend, for summer vacation. You can teach your children to create a future they design, by their choices. Then they see in their minds what the choices others make will cause to happen in the future. Military leaders have a different mindset about life and death. Some life is worse than death, and death to gain advantage is not loss.

[@rostamr4096]

I can not wait for part 2

[@fredflintstone7924]

its clear looking at the state of politics in the west that we need more read and thoughtful leaders and the qualities that Victor talks about in these leaders are under appreciated and not considered enough. The hope is that the west can produce intelligent understanding leaders for the future, that will rise to the occasion while keeping it all together as western hegemony gets tested

[@zacharysalazar7000]

The implied case for Trump without explicit call out by name.

[@stephenabril7084]

Love the Curtis Lemay story. Reminds me of Trump. Brash and even obnoxious at times but brilliant. Too bad about the Abraham accords being abandoned. We could use them today.