
For more than two decades the Hoover Institution has been producing Uncommon Knowledge with Peter Robinson, a series hosted by Hoover fellow Peter Robinson as an outlet for political leaders, scholars, journalists, and today’s big thinkers to share their views with the world.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistoryPoliticsNews | |||

Peter Robinson sits down at Yale University with the “dean of Cold War historians,” John Lewis Gaddis—Pulitzer Prize–winning biographer of Long Telegram author George F. Kennan and one of America’s most influential thinkers on grand strategy. From th... more
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In this in-depth conversation, Justice Amy Coney Barrett discusses her new book, Listening to the Law: Reflections on the Court a... more
This special episode of Uncommon Knowledge with Peter Robinson features our most requested guest: Hoover senior fellow and acclaimed economist and author Dr. Thomas Sowell. But rather than discussing Sowell’s many books, this conversation explores th... more
Niall Ferguson, Victor Davis Hanson, and Stephen Kotkin are all senior fellows at the Hoover Institution, and this is the first time they have appeared together in a public discussion. The topic: Is the United States in decline or on the verge of ren... more
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I’m just an ordinary guy who has listened to this podcast for over 2 years. This last pod was by far the best, 3 eminent historians in robust debate. Thankyou
Try having a woman on the show to balance out the narratives around childbearing.
Peter’s style of long form interview combined with the deep knowledge of his guests never disappoints.
This, by a large measure, is my favorite podcast. I look forward to each episode and only wish they would drop more frequently!
Normally Peter asks great questions, but his recent interview of House Speaker Mike Johnson sounded more like a fawning infomercial. I was disappointed that Peter’s politics seem to have prevented him from challenging Johnson’s many factual liberties.
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The discussions typically feature prominent political leaders, scholars, and authors tackling a range of contemporary issues, including economics, geopolitical developments, public policy, and historical analyses. Noteworthy themes include deep dives into the implications of U.S. foreign policy, critical perspectives on domestic and international governance, and examinations of significant historical events and figures. The show is characterized by its commitment to provoking thought about vital societal questions, often contrasting mainstream narratives and offering fresh insights. The engaging interview style brings forward various perspectives, making it appealing to listeners interested in a comprehensive understanding of current affair... more
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1. Nicholas Eberstadt
2. Kevin Warsh
3. Mike Johnson
4. Christopher Buckley
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6. Niall Ferguson
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