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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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Rumor Has It: Marie Antoinette

November 17, 2023 14:38 - 2 minutes - 2.81 MB

In this episode, we serve the tea with cake as we talk about France’s last queen.

Rumor Has It: Rasputin

November 17, 2023 14:37 - 2 minutes - 2.83 MB

In this episode, the tea is boiling as we discuss the notorious Russian advisor.

Rumor Has It: Henry VIII

November 17, 2023 14:37 - 2 minutes - 2.8 MB

In this episode, we hear all the tea about England’s infamous king.

The Old Ballgame: Baseball and Thanksgiving

November 17, 2023 14:33 - 1 minute - 1.54 MB

A look at old-time baseball and Thanksgiving

Wall Street Weekly: Macy’s and the Mayflower

November 17, 2023 14:32 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

Join George and guest host Joe Colaizzi as they use their financial know-how to give listeners a behind the scenes tour of Thanksgiving’s most cherished institutions.

The Virtual Voyage: Friends of the IDF - An Update from Israel’s Front Lines

November 17, 2023 14:30 - 42 minutes - 58.6 MB

As the Hamas-Israel war continues to rage, Rabbi Steven Weil, CEO of the Friends of the Israel Defense Forces, joins Abigail to provide an update from the front lines, what could happen if Hezbollah enters the war, and how Israel sets the moral standard for war. Rabbi Weil also shares the story of Sgt. Rose Lubin, a courageous American Lone Soldier who served in the IDF and defended Southern Israel from Hamas terrorists during the October 7th attacks. Last week, Sgt. Rose was bruta...

I’ve Got Aux: "This World (Is Going Up in Flames)" by Charles Bradley

November 17, 2023 14:28 - 17 minutes - 23.6 MB

Ally is on Aux this week and chose "This World (Is Going Up in Flames)" by Charles Bradley. We chat about neo-soul and why soul is needed now more than ever. Ally also fangirls about Daptone Records for half the episode and Gavin learns that some artists he thinks made music in the '60s are from the mid-2000s.

Men's Basketball: Hillsdale vs. Michigan-Dearborn, 11/16/23

November 17, 2023 02:54 - 1 hour - 58.4 MB

Men's Basketball: Hillsdale vs. Michigan-Dearborn, 11/16/23 Evan Mick and Jack Robinson on the call for WRFH

Total Bases: MLB Awards Week

November 17, 2023 00:00 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

Mark and Greg discuss the latest baseball offseason news, featuring the BBWAA award winners.

The Social Mediators: Sigmund Freud

November 16, 2023 03:20 - 21 minutes - 30.2 MB

This week we discuss some of the perceptions, theories, and methodologies behind the infamous Sigmund Freud. Tune in to hear by far the weirdest episode we've ever done, complete with dream theory, the unconscious, and all of Freud's weird sex stuff. 

The Charger Rundown: Bart Bixler and Matthew Sohderdal

November 16, 2023 03:17 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

Hana Connelly and Evan Mick interview football players Bart and Matt who discuss last week’s victory against Lake Erie, their experience at Hillsdale athletes, and their positions at corners for the Charger defense. 

Charger Rundown: Bart Bixler and Matthew Sohderdal

November 16, 2023 03:17 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

Hana Connelly and Evan Mick interview football players Bart and Matt who discuss last week’s victory against Lake Erie, their experience at Hillsdale athletes, and their positions at corners for the Charger defense. 

The Charger Rundown: Marilyn Popplewell, Lauren Passaglia and Mike Herzog

November 16, 2023 03:17 - 21 minutes - 48.1 MB

Marilyn Popplewell and Lauren Passaglia join the Charger Rundown to talk about their lives as Charger volleyball players, and Mike Herzog joins to talk about his life as a Charger football player.  Evan Mick also recaps the previous week of Charger sports.  

Charger Rundown: Marilyn Popplewell, Lauren Passaglia and Mike Herzog

November 16, 2023 03:17 - 21 minutes - 48.1 MB

Marilyn Popplewell and Lauren Passaglia join the Charger Rundown to talk about their lives as Charger volleyball players, and Mike Herzog joins to talk about his life as a Charger football player.  Evan Mick also recaps the previous week of Charger sports.  

The Charger Rundown: Nolan Strake and Vincent Francescone

November 16, 2023 03:17 - 21 minutes - 48.1 MB

Hana Connelly and Evan Mick recap this week’s athletics and interview defensive backs Nolan and Vincent. They discuss their experiences as Chargerathletes and defensive players on the Hillsdale football team.

Charger Rundown: Nolan Strake and Vincent Francescone

November 16, 2023 03:17 - 21 minutes - 48.1 MB

Hana Connelly and Evan Mick recap this week’s athletics and interview defensive backs Nolan and Vincent. They discuss their experiences as Chargerathletes and defensive players on the Hillsdale football team.

Outside Source Football: NFL Week 11 2023

November 16, 2023 03:17 - 43 minutes - 101 MB

Evan Mick, Gabriel Vondrak and Joseph Doherty recap week 10 of the NFL and make game predictions for week 11.  They also discuss the NFL playoffs.  

Keep it Brief: Veterans Day Special

November 13, 2023 22:44 - 21 minutes - 29.7 MB

Join SK and Kamden as they dedicate this week's episode to all of our nation's veterans, both living and deceased, to celebrate Veterans Day. The girls honor the sacrifices made by our service men and women by sharing excerpts from poignant speeches, detailing the history of Veterans Day, and reflecting on military mental health statistics. 

Soldiers of Christ: St. Athanasius of Alexandria

November 13, 2023 22:42 - 4 minutes - 5.57 MB

Athanasius of Alexandria is one of the Doctors of the Catholic Church who spent 17 years of his life in exile for defending the truth of Christ.  His feast day is celebrated on May 2nd, and he is the patron saint of the defense of the faith, theologians, and faithful Catholic and Orthodox Christians.

I've Got Aux: "Get Down Moses" by Joe Strummer, The Mescaleros

November 13, 2023 21:29 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

Our first live episode! Ally is on Aux this week and chose "Get Down Moses" by Joe Strummer and the Mescaleros. The aux crew discusses the strangeness of this track on the album as a whole and how Bella used to wake up on school mornings to The Clash. 

Astro Minute: November Meteor Showers

November 13, 2023 15:42 - 1 minute - 1.43 MB

Take advantage of November's clear nights to head outside and look up for a stellar light show!

Football: Hillsdale vs. Ohio Dominican, 11/11/23

November 11, 2023 20:30 - 2 hours - 95.3 MB

Football: Hillsdale vs. Ohio Dominican, 11/11/23 Ted Fehringer & Ty Ruddy on the call for WRFH 

Collegian Week in Review: November 9th, 2023

November 10, 2023 21:00 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

On this episode of the Collegian Week In Review, hosts Lauren Scott and Maddy Welsh talk to Elyse Apel about the recent cancelation of the Passengers Israel trip, Thomas McKenna about changing Michigan policies and voting patterns within the College, and Kaeleigh Otting about her review of the "Five Nights at Freddy's" movie. 

Michael Barone: Mental Maps of the Founders

November 10, 2023 16:16 - 26 minutes - 35.8 MB

Michael Barone is a a journalist and former political consultant, senior political analyst for the Washington Examiner and resident fellow emeritus at the American Enterprise Institute. He joins Mattingly Grace Watson of WRFH to discuss his new book Mental Maps of the Founders.

State Sen. Joe Bellino: November 10, 2023

November 10, 2023 16:12 - 22 minutes - 40.4 MB

Michigan State Sen. Joe Bellino joins WRFH to discuss recent measure approvd in the Michigan legislature.

Wall Street Weekly: When a Winter Destroyed an Investment Firm

November 10, 2023 14:37 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

In our last episode, we talked about Michael Burry and one of the greatest trades in Wall Street History. But this episode is about how a mild winter melted a fraudulent investment tactic that was making millions of dollars for a Canadian you have never heard of.

Hidden Figures in History: Elizabeth Van Lew - Southern Ringleader of the Union Spies

November 10, 2023 14:35 - 5 minutes - 6.93 MB

During the American Civil War, this Southern aristocrat ran an undercover spy ring for the Yankees, involving ciphers, safehouses, and the infiltration of the Confederate White House.

Grammar Minute: Pronoun Abuse - Stop It. Get Some Help.

November 09, 2023 15:00 - 1 minute - 1.44 MB

These two simple tips will make your writing clearer - and once you see this mistake, you'll never fail to notice it. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Hillsdale Academy Play: Romeo and Juliet

November 07, 2023 18:01 - 14 minutes - 19.3 MB

Join Lauren Scott as she interviews Kathryn Wales, the director of the Hillsdale Academy play Romeo and Juliet. We will also hear from two students acting in the play. 

Grammar Minute: Is It Time to Break the Rules of Grammar?

November 07, 2023 15:02 - 1 minute - 1.44 MB

Grammar Minute usually isn't an opinion show, but could there be room for opinions among the many and often contradictory rules of Grammar? Hear the official opinion on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Soldiers of Christ: St. Pope John Paul II

November 07, 2023 02:52 - 4 minutes - 5.69 MB

Karol Jozef Wojtyla was a famous Polish pope of the late 20th century who miraculously survived two assassination attempts. He contributed greatly to the writings of the Church and fought against the Communist oppression of Christians and Slavic peoples. 

Great Men Back Then: Silent Cal

November 07, 2023 02:51 - 5 minutes - 7.1 MB

Calvin Coolidge, better known as "Silent Cal," was the 30th president of the United States. Although he spoke few words, he was one of the greatest presidents in U.S. history. Listen to learn more about his wit and leadership. 

Football: Hillsdale vs. Lake Erie, 10/28/23

November 06, 2023 19:38 - 2 hours - 98.6 MB

Football: Hillsdale vs. Lake Erie, 10/28/23 Christopher Dick & Caleb Fournet on the call for WRFH 

Virtual Voyage: Magnificent Mosaics Inside an Ancient Synagogue- A Tour of Huqoq with Dr. Jodi Magness

November 05, 2023 15:07 - 34 minutes - 47.2 MB

Join tour guide Abigail in Israel as we head to Huqoq, an archaeological site in the Galilee region. At Huqoq, we’ll meet back up with Dr. Jodi Magness, an archaeologist and director of the Huqoq Excavation Project, who has graciously agreed to give us a tour of the site. Come along on the adventure to learn more about this ancient Jewish village, which Jesus himself may have frequented. Plus, you’ll get to see the centerpiece of the site: Huqoq’s synagogue that is paved with beaut...

Astro Minute: The King of the Planets

November 05, 2023 15:01 - 1 minute - 1.43 MB

Today we're visiting the king of the planets - Jupiter, surrounded by a royal court of asteroids, rings, and moons. Learn more on today's episode of Astro Minute!

Keep it Brief: Synder v. Phelps

November 05, 2023 14:58 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

In this week's episode, the girls are diving into Synder v. Phelps, an emotional case that dissects how far the First Amendment will go to protect speech, specifically hateful and distasteful speech. 

Wall Street Weekly: Michael Burry's Big Bet

November 03, 2023 14:00 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

Join Patrick and George as they dive deep into the great financial crisis and discuss how a former medical school student made his clients millions.

The Old Ballgame: The First World Series

November 03, 2023 13:58 - 1 minute - 2.15 MB

A look at baseball's first World Series Championship

Collegian Week in Review: November 2nd, 2023

November 02, 2023 20:00 - 22 minutes - 31.5 MB

This week on the Collegian Week in Review, hosts Maddy Welsh and Lauren Scott talk to Elyse Apel about the war in Israel as well as a grant given to Hillsdale County, Logan Washburn about the Keefer House hotel, and finally they talk to Moira Gleason about a new business opening up in downtown Hillsdale. 

The Social Mediators: Halloween

November 02, 2023 12:55 - 21 minutes - 29.6 MB

This week we discuss discuss the history, current trends, and evolution of Halloween ON Halloween. Tune in to hear about how 'trick or treat' got its start, the hooligans that gave it a bad rap, and Jillian's familial connection to little bear suits. 

Great Men Back Then: Edgar Allen Poe

October 31, 2023 17:45 - 5 minutes - 6.98 MB

Edgar Allen Poe was a successful poet despite his unfortunate upbringing. Listen to learn about his mysterious death and his poetry that Americans can't stop reading. 

Wall Street Weekly: Google and Microsoft- A Tale of Two Giants

October 29, 2023 17:43 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

Google's stock just experienced the biggest single day drop in its history after its earnings report-- but the company performed superbly in every category. At the same time, Microsoft's stock jumped up. How could this happen? Also, George and Patrick give an update on the United Auto Workers' Union strike. 

The Old Ballgame: Jackie Mitchell- Baseball’s Female Phenomenon

October 29, 2023 17:39 - 1 minute - 1.58 MB

A look at one of baseball’s first female players.

Keep it Brief: United States v. United Foods, Inc.

October 29, 2023 17:38 - 22 minutes - 30.6 MB

This week, Kamden is explaining United States v. United Foods, Inc., while we simultaneously get SK's live reaction to the case. In this case, there are contentions between free speech protections and economic policy, as well as constitutional implications for the government's role in contributing to marketing in different industries. 

Hidden Figures in History: Pearl Kendrick and Grace Eldering - the Pioneers of Pediatrics

October 26, 2023 13:11 - 5 minutes - 6.93 MB

On a shoestring budget during the Great Depression, these lab partners developed the long-awaited vaccine for a dangerous childhood illness.

The Social Mediators: Actors on Strike

October 24, 2023 22:50 - 22 minutes - 30.5 MB

This week we discuss the ongoing actors' strike: what they are striking for, where it's at right now, and how we think it may end up resolving itself. Tune in to hear about how innovations in AI are transforming Hollywood, the studios that are complying and thereby giving actors work, and the effects of streaming services on the movie/TV industry as a whole. 

Keep it Brief: Burwell v. Hobby Lobby

October 24, 2023 22:46 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

This week, SK and Kam break down Burwell v. Hobby Lobby, a religious freedom case, and include reactions to White House briefings, speeches from the Senate floor, and Fox News interviews. 

Great Men Back Then: Walt Whitman

October 24, 2023 22:45 - 5 minutes - 6.95 MB

Walt Whitman was an American poet who supported the Union during the Civil War. His actions and poetry reflect patriotism and morality. 

Grammar Minute: Me Neither vs. Me Either

October 19, 2023 13:00 - 1 minute - 1.44 MB

Since when has Grammar Minute been an opinion show? Since we started talking about "me either" vs. "me neither!"

Soldiers of Christ: St. Teresa of Avila

October 18, 2023 18:32 - 4 minutes - 5.56 MB

St. Teresa of Avila was a 16th century saint who reformed the Carmelite order and became one of the Doctors of the Catholic Church. Her feast day is celebrated on October 15th, and she is the patroness of headache sufferers. 

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