Uncommon Knowledge with Peter Robinson is proud to present the first interview with Condoleezza Rice in her new role as Director of the Hoover Institution. After a storied career that includes Provost of Stanford University (1993-1999), United States National Security Advisor (2001-2005), and United States Secretary of State (2005-2009), the author of numerous books, and an inaugural member of the College Football Playoff selection committee, on September 1st, 2020 Director Rice became the Hoove
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Uncommon Knowledge with Peter Robinson is proud to present the first interview with Condoleezza Rice in her new role as Director of the Hoover Institution. After a storied career that includes Provost of Stanford University (1993-1999), United States National Security Advisor (2001-2005), and United States Secretary of State (2005-2009), the author of numerous books, and an inaugural member of the College Football Playoff selection committee, on September 1st, 2020 Director Rice became the Hoove
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This special episode of Uncommon Knowledge features our most requested guest: Hoover Senior Fellow Thomas Sowell. But rather than discussing his many books, Dr. Sowell talks to host Peter Robinson about the full arc of his life—from childhood, along a dirt road in North Carolina, through his years in Harlem, the Marine Corps, Harvard, and ultimately his long tenure at the Hoover Institution. This is Thomas Sowell's American story—told in his own words. Watch the full interview here: https://yout
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This special episode of Uncommon Knowledge features our most requested guest: Hoover Senior Fellow Thomas Sowell. But rather than discussing his many books, Dr. Sowell talks to host Peter Robinson about the full arc of his life—from childhood, along a dirt road in North Carolina, through his years in Harlem, the Marine Corps, Harvard, and ultimately his long tenure at the Hoover Institution. This is Thomas Sowell's American story—told in his own words. Watch the full interview here: https://yout
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Michael Knowles flips the script on Peter Robinson, host of the Hoover Institution's "Uncommon Knowledge," in an interview that answers the questions that no one is asking. | Daily Wire
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Michael Knowles flips the script on Peter Robinson, host of the Hoover Institution's "Uncommon Knowledge," in an interview that answers the questions that no one is asking. | Daily Wire
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In a new episode of Uncommon Knowledge, Matt Ridley sits down with Peter Robinson to discuss new book "How Innovation Works." https://hvr.co/2WLftZv | Hoover Institution
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In a new episode of Uncommon Knowledge, Matt Ridley sits down with Peter Robinson to discuss new book "How Innovation Works." https://hvr.co/2WLftZv | Hoover Institution
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21 years ago, Peter Robinson began Uncommon Knowledge, a series for political leaders, scholars, journalists, and big thinkers to share their views with the world. The original series introduction, with background on the Hoover Institution and series: | Hoover Institution
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21 years ago, Peter Robinson began Uncommon Knowledge, a series for political leaders, scholars, journalists, and big thinkers to share their views with the world. The original series introduction, with background on the Hoover Institution and series: | Hoover Institution
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In this archival episode of Uncommon Knowledge with Peter Robinson, Hoover Institution Senior Fellow Thomas Sowell discusses how the American founders grounded their constitutional design in a realistic view of human nature—favoring structural constraints on power over faith in visionary leaders. Watch the full resurfaced video for #SowellSunday here: https://youtu.be/OGvYqaxSPp4 | Hoover Institution
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In this archival episode of Uncommon Knowledge with Peter Robinson, Hoover Institution Senior Fellow Thomas Sowell discusses how the American founders grounded their constitutional design in a realistic view of human nature—favoring structural constraints on power over faith in visionary leaders. Watch the full resurfaced video for #SowellSunday here: https://youtu.be/OGvYqaxSPp4 | Hoover Institution
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On the latest episode of Uncommon Knowledge, host Peter Robinson and Marc Andreessen discuss America's potential for national renewal, drawing parallels to Reagan's era and highlighting the nation's strengths in growth, innovation, and resources. Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/YqeI7iViRmE?si=bee0SkI9I1m-EtFO | Hoover Institution
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On the latest episode of Uncommon Knowledge, host Peter Robinson and Marc Andreessen discuss America's potential for national renewal, drawing parallels to Reagan's era and highlighting the nation's strengths in growth, innovation, and resources. Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/YqeI7iViRmE?si=bee0SkI9I1m-EtFO | Hoover Institution
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U.S. Secretary of Defense/ former Hoover Institution Distinguished Visiting Fellow James Mattis sat down with Peter Robinson via Uncommon Knowledge May 11 to discuss a wide range of defense issues facing the United States and world today. https://hvr.co/2L3pBVz | Hoover Institution
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"All three of these men had suffered the full share of life's sufferings and remained optimistic and cheerful." On Uncommon Knowledge, Peter Robinson and Christopher Buckley reflect on the legacy and character of Ronald Reagan, George H.W. Bush, and William F. Buckley Jr.—three American men who shaped a political era. Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/UASJt5XqWxA | Hoover Institution
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On Uncommon Knowledge with host Peter Robinson, Cuban exile and Yale historian Carlos Eire reflects on the promise of America as it approaches its 250th anniversary. He explains that despite today's challenges, this nation "still works"—remaining a place where hard work and sacrifice can turn potential into reality. Watch the full conversation here: https://youtu.be/rIrfWu7vAJY | Hoover Institution
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On the latest episode of Uncommon Knowledge with Peter Robinson, Hoover Institution Distinguished Visiting Fellow Kevin Warsh pushes back against the idea that inflation is primarily driven by external shocks like the pandemic or the war in Ukraine. Drawing on the legacy of Milton Friedman, Warsh argues that inflation stems from decisions by the Federal Reserve, and that the responsibility for price stability lies squarely with the central bank. Watch the full conversation here: https://www.yout
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Economist and author Thomas Sowell makes his long-awaited (and oft-requested) return to Uncommon Knowledge with Peter Robinson to unveil his newest project: a website titled Facts Against Rhetoric, a powerful resource dedicated to empirical thinking and intellectual clarity. In this interview, Sowell explores some of the most urgent issues in American life—from the collapse of educational standards to the unintended consequences of affirmative action, the impact of tariffs, and the erosion of fa
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In the latest episode of Uncommon Knowledge with Peter Robinson, Hoover Institution senior fellow Stephen Kotkin examines the risks of US disengagement in global conflicts. Kotkin compares Joe Biden’s Afghanistan withdrawal to the potential political fallout for President Trump in Ukraine, noting that mismanagement of foreign policy could have lasting impacts on Trump’s legacy. Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/Q8wTBy_tgKo?si=x8qzmyOO29tjCikC | Hoover Institution
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Over the years, Hoover senior fellow Victor Davis Hanson has graced Uncommon Knowledge with Peter Robinson many times, often referring to his family home and farm outside of Selma, in California’s Central Valley. So for this interview, we decided to go to Selma and see where Hanson grew up and still lives and where several generations of his family—going back to the mid-19th century—have lived and worked the land. In part one of this two-part interview, we cover Hanson’s rich and fascinating fam
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Thomas Sowell Brings the World into Focus through an Economics Lens
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Uncommon Knowledge with Hoover fellows Rick Hanushek and Paul Peterson
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The Hoover Institution is celebrating twenty-one years of Uncommon Knowledge. Watch highlights from the many years of Uncommon Knowledge now. | Uncommon Knowledge
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In Memory of George P. Shultz | Uncommon Knowledge with Peter Robinson
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Why do government programs persist even when they fail? In this archival Uncommon Knowledge conversation, Hoover Institution economist Milton Friedman explains how well-intentioned policies become protected interests—and why free societies remain rare in human history. Watch the full episode with Peter Robinson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JSumJxQ5oy4 #FriedmanFriday | Hoover Institution
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The Death of Europe, with Douglas Murray
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In a classic episode of Uncommon Knowledge, Hoover Institution Senior Research Fellow Milton Friedman critiques the FDA's expanded role in regulating pharmaceuticals. Friedman explains how requiring both safety and efficacy for drug approval affects costs and consumer choice. #FriedmanFriday Watch the full episode with host Peter Robinson: https://youtu.be/JSumJxQ5oy4 | Hoover Institution
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In the latest episode of Uncommon Knowledge, Speaker Mike Johnson reflects on America’s divine purpose — past and future. Drawing inspiration from John Quincy Adams, a relentless fighter against slavery, he explains the mindset guiding his leadership in uncertain times: unwavering faith, steady conviction, and the belief that God isn’t done with America yet. With a nod to Reagan’s “happy warrior” spirit, Johnson says he leads with a smile — because “Duty is ours. Results are God’s.” Watch the fu
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Apocalypse Now? Peter Thiel on Ancient Prophecies and Modern Tech
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If physics depends on mathematics, mathematics cannot be explained by physics alone. On the latest episode of Uncommon Knowledge, David Berlinski (Discovery Institute) explains why this leaves materialism with a stark choice—and why, in his view, something has to give. Watch the full conversation with host Peter Robinson here: https://youtu.be/bY3ZMOn9mHQ | Hoover Institution
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On #UncommonKnowledge, Hoover Director Condoleezza Rice and ex-quarterback of the Indianapolis Colts Andrew Luck, defend the college degree and its value proposition in Academic Athletics. Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/R7RMfByqv7g | Hoover Institution
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Kori Schake on the risks posed by a broadening civil-military divide via Uncommon Knowledge: | Hoover Institution
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As the world reacts to the conviction of Hong Kong publisher Jimmy Lai, his words from a special in-person 2019 episode of Uncommon Knowledge echo clearly: "Make us your narrative in daily life, in your political conversations … We need your help." Watch the full discussion with Peter Robinson here: https://www.hoover.org/research/jimmy-lai-and-fight-freedom-hong-kong | Hoover Institution
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How does the Supreme Court really work—and how does one of its youngest justices balance life, law, and seven children? On a new episode of Uncommon Knowledge, Justice Amy Coney Barrett discusses her new book, Listening to the Law: Reflections on the Court and the Constitution, with host Peter Robinson. Barrett explains the principles behind originalism, the Court's reasoning in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, and how the Court reached a decision in landmark cases like Casa de Mary
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Don't miss our latest Uncommon Knowledge, Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence co-directors Fei-Fei Li and John Etchemendy describe the differences between computers playing Chess and Go and why AI makes a huge difference. Watch the full episode of #UncommonKnowledge here: https://youtu.be/10_fZRdCM7Q | Hoover Institution
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