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WRFH/Radio Free Hillsdale 101.7 FM

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Student-created content originally broadcast on Hillsdale College's student radio station, WRFH 101.7 FM.

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The Poetry Fix: "Spring"

April 02, 2024 14:59 - 4 minutes - 6.42 MB

In this episode of The Poetry Fix, we read "Spring," by Gerard Manley Hopkins.

Rumor Has It: Shohei Ohtani Scandal

March 29, 2024 23:59 - 2 minutes - 2.8 MB

On this episode, we welcome special guest Jadon Camero to discuss a currently unfolding scandal of history in the world of baseball.

Social Skinny: Bachelor Recap

March 29, 2024 23:57 - 21 minutes - 30.2 MB

Hey Bachelor Nation! This week, Kamden and SK break down the most recent season of the Bachelor, and SK reacts to the franchise in general as a first-time viewer. Are "villains" made through strategic editing on the producers' part? Was Joey the best Bachelor of all time, or was he disingenuous? The girls share their thoughts on this week's episode. 

Wall Street Weekly: The Whole Truth

March 29, 2024 23:54 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

Join Patrick and George as they take a deep dive into Trump Media—the company that has all of Washington and New York talking. What is Trump Media & Technology Group? Why isn't it a typical public company? For the answers to these questions and more, be sure to listen in.

Sidebar: Hot Dogs, Bombs, and Easter Eggs

March 29, 2024 23:50 - 22 minutes - 30.2 MB

In this episode of Sidebar on Radio Free Hillsdale, Maddy Welsh, Emilie Moneyhon, and guest host Truman Kjos discuss wacky news stories about hot dog censorship, a dog and its bomb, an Easter egg shortage, and more. Then Emilie quizzes Maddy and Truman to see if they can determine which of her three zany stories is a lie.

The Social Mediators: Oregon Says "NO!" to Drugs

March 28, 2024 20:22 - 22 minutes - 19.5 MB

This week we talk about Oregon's recent legislation that recriminalizes the possession of illicit drugs after their failed legislation to decriminalize them resulted in some major consequences for the state. Tune in to hear some nuanced thoughts and some should-have-stayed-in-the-drafts thoughts about drugs from two people who have literally never done them. 

Old Ballgame: 9 Innings of Baseball

March 28, 2024 17:55 - 1 minute - 1.47 MB

The origin of baseball's 9 innings

Undetected: Maurizio Giglio

March 28, 2024 17:53 - 5 minutes - 7.4 MB

This week, Megan and Alessia explore the inspiring, yet tragic story of Italian spy Maurizio Giglio and his work for the Allies during World War II.

State Facts: New Mexico

March 28, 2024 17:51 - 5 minutes - 6.92 MB

Nate is joined by Gabe Higbie to talk all about New Mexico. 

Baseball: Hillsdale vs. Grand Valley State, 03/27/24

March 28, 2024 02:02 - 2 hours - 103 MB

Baseball: Hillsdale vs. Grand Valley State, 03/27/24 Jack Sullivan and Sam Wallace on the call for WRFH

Back to the Brickyard: The Offenhauser Engine

March 27, 2024 19:13 - 2 minutes - 2.88 MB

The story of one of the most dominant powerhouses at the speedway.

Truman and Claire Like People: Danny Molter

March 27, 2024 19:11 - 22 minutes - 31.3 MB

This week on the podcast we talk about dairy beverages, Greek life on campus, and how goated Hillsdale STEM is. 

The Hillsdale Interview: Rainer Zitelmann

March 27, 2024 02:05 - 27 minutes - 49.6 MB

Rainer Zitelmann joins Moira Gleason on WRFH to discuss his new book How Nations Escape Poverty: Vietnam, Poland, and the Origins of Prosperity. In his book, Rainer Zitelmann identifies the reasons behind the sensational growth of both nations’ economies, drawing out the lessons that other countries can learn from these two success stories. To explain the source of their success, he returns to Adam Smith’s 1776 treatise, The Wealth of Nations: the only way to overcome poverty is th...

The Poetry Fix: A Knife of Pure Blade

March 26, 2024 17:47 - 4 minutes - 6.48 MB

In this episode of The Poetry Fix, we read "A Knife of Pure Blade," by Joao Cabral do Melo Neto.

Hyped on Tea: Oolong Tea

March 25, 2024 15:29 - 5 minutes - 6.92 MB

In this episode we break down the basics of oolong tea, covering the history, different types, and the way you can brew the perfect cup of oolong tea. 

LovingKindness: God's Grace in Suffering pt. 2

March 25, 2024 15:28 - 21 minutes - 29.6 MB

In this episode, Emma shares a personal story of God's faithfulness through a challenging time of aggressive illness, through which God further shaped her understanding of suffering.

Wall Street Weekly: Investigations, IPOs, and Accusations

March 25, 2024 15:25 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

Join Patrick and George as they discuss Reddit's first day of trading, investigate Apple's monopoly problem, and evaluate the newest accusations against Boeing. 

Undetected: Eli Cohen Part 2

March 25, 2024 15:23 - 5 minutes - 7.36 MB

This week, Megan and Alessia highlight Eli Cohen's successes in Syria and discuss the final moments of his espionage career.

Baseball: Hillsdale vs. Tiffin, 03/24/24

March 25, 2024 00:57 - 2 hours - 107 MB

Baseball: Hillsdale vs. Tiffin, 03/24/24 Christian Papillon and Ty Ruddy on the call for WRFH

Baseball: Hillsdale vs. Tiffin, 03/23/24 Game 2

March 24, 2024 03:11 - 2 hours - 91.5 MB

Baseball: Hillsdale vs. Tiffin, 03/23/24 Game 2

Baseball: Hillsdale vs. Tiffin, 03/23/24 Game 1

March 24, 2024 03:09 - 2 hours - 97.1 MB

Baseball: Hillsdale vs. Tiffin, 03/23/24 Game 1 Christian Papillon and Thomas McKenna on the call for WRFH

Baseball: Hillsdale vs. Tiffin, 03/22/24

March 24, 2024 03:07 - 2 hours - 99.4 MB

Baseball: Hillsdale vs. Tiffin, 03/22/24 Connor Khoury and Tayte Christensen on the call for WRFH

Collegian Week In Review: March 21st, 2023

March 22, 2024 13:00 - 22 minutes - 30.2 MB

This week on the Collegian Week in Review, hosts Maddy Welsh and Lauren Scott discuss this issue's top headlines. Then, they talk to Caroline Kurt on why swearing is occasionally ok. Finally, they will be talking to Carly Moran about the recent achievements of the Hillsdale Chargers shotgun and action shooting teams.

Grammar Minute: The Magic of "Iff"

March 21, 2024 18:28 - 1 minute - 1.45 MB

I sneeze if I pet cats, but I become joyful iff I pet cats. Learn the difference on today's episode of Grammar Minute, and visit thegrammarminute.com for more tips and tricks.

Grammar Minute: The Case for Ungrammatical Emails

March 21, 2024 18:26 - 1 minute - 1.43 MB

Toss out your grammar book and your thesaurus when you're writing email subject lines (unless you want to sound like ChatGPT). Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute, and visit thegrammarminute.com for more tips and tricks.

Astro Minute: A Solar Rarity - April Eclipse Part 1

March 21, 2024 18:25 - 1 minute - 1.43 MB

Learn about what you'll see during the upcoming solar eclipse, and remember to practice safe viewing techniques.

State Facts: Alaska

March 21, 2024 18:24 - 5 minutes - 6.92 MB

Nate is joined by Dylan Glover to talk all about Alaska

Old Ballgame: A New Sport in the Old Games

March 21, 2024 18:22 - 1 minute - 1.47 MB

A look at baseball's presence in the Olympic Games

The Social Mediators: Is TikTok Getting Banned?

March 21, 2024 18:12 - 22 minutes - 19.6 MB

This week we discuss the bill that passed through the House concerning TikTok's presence in American culture and politics. Tune in to hear social media theories about the real reason the bill is being passed, Jillian's soap box about "old people" communicating with the young, and Garrett to, as always, come in and quiet everybody down a little bit. 

Catherine Pakaluk: Hannah's Children

March 20, 2024 13:07 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

Catherine Pakaluk joins S.K. Sisk on WRFH to discuss her new book, Hannah's Children: The Women Quietly Defying the Birth Dearth. Pakaluk, herself the mother of eight, traveled across the United States and interviewed fifty-five college-educated women who were raising five or more children. Through open-ended questions, she sought to understand who these women are, why and when they chose to have a large family, and what this choice means for them, their families, and the nation. ...

The Poetry Fix: My Essence is Exhaustion

March 18, 2024 22:02 - 4 minutes - 6.27 MB

In this episode of The Poetry Fix, we explore Fernando Pessoa's "My Essence is Exhaustion." No, this is not the lament of a tired college student- it's something a little darker.

The Social Skinny: Kate Middleton is MIA

March 18, 2024 22:01 - 20 minutes - 28.6 MB

Where is Kate Middleton? On this week's episode, SK and Kam break down the drama surrounding the Princess of Wales and her recent exit from the public eye. Social media has been speculating about the circumstances of her disappearance, and whether or not the Palace is trying to cover up a scandal. Kam and SK debrief what they have heard, and also share their opinions on where Kate went. 

Truman and Claire Like People: Chris Dick

March 18, 2024 21:59 - 22 minutes - 30.6 MB

This week we spoke with Chris Dick about his homecoming accolades, the joys of teaching, and our hatred for transition lenses. 

Strength and Dignity: The Trad Wife Debate vs. Traditional and Biblical Womanhood

March 17, 2024 18:17 - 22 minutes - 30.6 MB

Recent news and X conversation got heated over the trad wife phenomenon. Michaela covers the conversation, aims to define the multiple different angles of the debate, and offers her biblical perspective on the praise of beautiful womanhood.

Strength and Dignity: He Gets Us- Christian Ministry On Live TV

March 17, 2024 18:12 - 22 minutes - 30.6 MB

The He Gets Us as aired on the Superbowl and received much critique as "Christian hate." The ad hints at compromise for many cultural issues. But truth should not be compromised. What is the best and proper way to share the love of Christ? 

Strength and Dignity: Abortion Pill Access Increases and Many Women are Celebrating

March 17, 2024 18:11 - 21 minutes - 29.7 MB

In this episode, Michaela engages with an article that credits Dobbs and COVID-19 for the increase in abortion pill access. She counters the cultural celebration of death and encourages men and women to stay engaged in the conversation and make their abhorrence known.

Strength and Dignity: Barbie- What Were We Made For?

March 17, 2024 18:09 - 23 minutes - 32.6 MB

The summer film, the live-action Barbie, received much attention and still many references throughout 2023 and 2024. Is the film at its core a reflection of our society's beliefs or is it a satire of them? Join Michaela as she walks through the movie and several views while presenting her negative view of Barbie's shaming of men and redefinition of femininity. 

The Hillsdale Interview: John Burtka

March 15, 2024 19:47 - 22 minutes - 40.4 MB

John Burtka, the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Intercollegiate Studies Institute, joins WRFH to discuss his new book, "Gateway to Statesmanship: Selections from Xenophon to Churchill." With many in the country asking "What to do?" about unreliable leaders, Burtka compiled excerpts from the writings of influential statesmen to help redirect the future thinkers and leaders of the country. As a Hillsdale alumnus, he talks about how his education influenced the book, how ...

Grammar Minute: You're LITERALLY So Wrong!

March 14, 2024 13:00 - 1 minute - 1.44 MB

Learn why you've literally been using "literally" to mean exactly the opposite of what it literally means.

Grammar Minute: Prepping for the Nuclear Apocalypse

March 12, 2024 13:00 - 1 minute - 1.44 MB

After today's episode of Grammar Minute, you'll be able to poetically stare off into the sunset just like the heroes of your favorite dystopian novels.

The Social Mediators: Super Tuesday

March 09, 2024 21:03 - 21 minutes - 30 MB

This week we talk about Super Tuesday and the current trajectory of this year's presidential election. Tune in to hear Jillian know shockingly little about the election until an author from the 90s is mentioned and both Jillian and Garret weigh into the primaries when they don't really have the energy to care.   

Wall Street Weekly: Interview with Paul Tice (Part II)

March 09, 2024 20:56 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

Join Patrick and George for the second part of their interview with author and investor Paul Tice. 

Wall Street Weekly: Interview with Paul Tice (Part I)

March 09, 2024 20:55 - 22 minutes - 30.4 MB

Join Patrick and George as they interview author and investor Paul Tice about his new book: The Race to Zero: How ESG Investing will Crater the Global Financial System. 

Undetected: Eli Cohen Part 1

March 09, 2024 20:49 - 4 minutes - 6.74 MB

This week, Megan and Alessia begin exploring the origins of Eli Cohen, a Mossad agent whose espionage work would help determine the outcome of the Six-Day War.

Sidebar Episode 5: A Big Pig, Jake Paul's Next Fight, and a Slow Fast Car

March 09, 2024 20:48 - 22 minutes - 30.2 MB

In this episode of Sidebar on Radio Free Hillsdale, Lauren Scott, Maddy Welsh, and Emilie Moneyhon discuss wacky news stories about a rogue pig, Jake Paul, a slow fast car, and more. Then Emilie quizzes Lauren and Maddy to see if they can determine which of her three zany stories is a lie.

The Hillsdale Interview: Daniel Dorman

March 08, 2024 22:02 - 17 minutes - 31.3 MB

Daniel Dorman joins WRFH to discuss his recent essay at National Review, "How Canadians Earned the Right to Life, Liberty, and Suicide." Dorman is the Communications Manager at one of Canada's leading think-tanks, the Macdonald-Laurier Institute. As a part of his role with the Institute he has supported the work of many of Canada’s leading policy experts, editing and placing op-eds in nearly all of Canada's national news outlets and a variety of major international publications. ...

Old Ballgame: Take Me Out to the Ballgame

March 07, 2024 17:36 - 1 minute - 1.45 MB

The origin of baseball’s national anthem.

Charger Rundown: Bella and Lucia Spinazze

March 07, 2024 02:33 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

Hana Connelly interviews Bella Spinazze, Hillsdale woman’s tennis player and her twin Lucia Spinazze, manager of the woman’s basketball team.

The Healing Hour: Mind, Body, and Soil

March 07, 2024 02:30 - 21 minutes - 29.3 MB

Adriana and Erika discover the concept of regenerative and organic farming, talk about pesticides, and ponder the nature of the tomato.

Back to the Brickyard: Episode 6

March 07, 2024 02:22 - 2 minutes - 2.85 MB

In this episode, we go back to 1962 and the year Parnelli Jones became the first driver to average over 150 mph at the track.

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