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

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Astro Minute: How Far Can You See?

October 02, 2023 01:40 - 1 minute - 1.43 MB

Most of what we can see with the unaided eye from Earth is stars inside the Milky Way Galaxy. But there's one thing you can spot that's much further away. Find out what it is, and how to find it, on today's episode of Astro Minute!

Football: Hillsdale vs. Northwood, 09/30/23

September 30, 2023 20:47 - 2 hours - 105 MB

Football: Hillsdale vs. Northwood, 09/30/23 Christopher Dick, Caleb Fournet, & Hana Connelly on the call for WRFH

The Virtual Voyage: Inside an Archaeological Dig at Hazor with Dr. Shlomit Bechar

September 30, 2023 20:00 - 48 minutes - 66.2 MB

Join tour guide Abigail in Israel as we head back to Tel Hazor, the largest biblical-era site in Israel. We’ll again meet up with Dr. Shlomit Bechar, director of the excavations in the lower city of Hazor. Come along on the adventure to learn what it’s like working on an archaeological dig—including what time you have to wake up. Plus, you won’t want to miss hearing about all Shlomit and her team found this summer at Hazor! If you’re interested in learning more about participating...

Collegian Week in Review: September 28th, 2023

September 29, 2023 20:00 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

This week on the Collegian Week in Review, hosts Maddy Welsh and Lauren Scott talk to Logan Washburn about a recent groundbreaking at the College as well as recent arrests about the events of January 6th 2021, Elizabeth Troutman about how Hillsdale placed on recent rankings of free speech on college campuses, and Emma Verrigni about the 50th anniversary of the WHIP program. 

Wall Street Weekly: Conglomerate- Big Word, Big Company

September 29, 2023 14:44 - 21 minutes - 30.3 MB

It's another episode of Wall Street Weekly, and this time, George and Patrick philosophize on companies in companies, a medicinal drink that makes you unhealthy, and...Cristiano Ronaldo? Isn't this supposed to be an investing show??

The Old Ballgame: Baseball in the Civil War

September 29, 2023 14:38 - 1 minute - 1.47 MB

The role of baseball in the lives of Union and Confederate soldiers.

The Social Mediators: Canada Honors a Nazi

September 28, 2023 19:51 - 23 minutes - 31.6 MB

This week we talk about how Canada managed to honor a former solider of the Nazi regime in their House of Commons, resulting in the resignation of their Speaker of the House. Tune in to hear some of the potential reasons that this happened, weird comment section conspiracies, and for one more reason to hate on Canada a little. 

Grammar Minute: The Golden Rule of Commas

September 28, 2023 17:00 - 1 minute - 1.44 MB

Commas are suffering from severe overuse. Learn how not to use a comma on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

The Old Ballgame: America's First Baseball Club

September 26, 2023 19:58 - 1 minute - 1.45 MB

The start of the New York Knickerbockers and baseball in America.

Hidden Figures in History: Witold Pilecki - Undercover Agent in Auschwitz

September 26, 2023 19:56 - 5 minutes - 7.07 MB

This Polish partisan, war hero, and spy willingly entered a Nazi death camp, fought in the Warsaw Uprising, and defied the USSR. 

Charger Rundown: Audrey Riley

September 26, 2023 19:54 - 22 minutes - 50.4 MB

Evan Mick recaps the sports from last week.  He is than joined by Hillsdale volleyball star Audrey Riley talks about her life as a volleyball player and the Hillsdale volleyball team.  

Grammar Minute: What's an Interrobang‽

September 26, 2023 17:00 - 1 minute - 1.44 MB

Meet the interrobang, a non-standard punctuation mark that I wish we'd use more often. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Soldiers of Christ: St. Padre Pio

September 25, 2023 18:17 - 3 minutes - 5.5 MB

One of the most famous saints of the 20th century, Padre Pio was known for his ability to communicate with his Guardian Angel, levitate during prayer, and perform miraculous healings. He received the wounds of the stigmata and is the patron saint of healing, civil defense volunteers, and adolescents.

The Virtual Voyage: A Forgotten City - Touring Tel Lachish with Dr. Yosef Garfinkel

September 24, 2023 00:00 - 33 minutes - 46.5 MB

Join tour guide Abigail in Israel as we meet Dr. Yosef Garfinkel, an archaeologist who has directed excavations at Tel Lachish—a city you need to know about. Come along on the adventure to hear about Dr. Garfinkel's significant discoveries at this site, including evidence for the kingdom of David. And you won't want to miss Dr. Garfinkel's exciting summary of the Assyrian invasion of Lachish led by Sennacherib, including the still visible Assyrian siege ramp constructed in a matter...

Football: Hillsdale vs. Findlay, 09/23/23

September 23, 2023 23:24 - 2 hours - 91 MB

Football: Hillsdale vs. Findlay, 09/23/23 Ted Fehringer & Garrett Bolte on the call for WRFH

Keep it Brief: The Pillow Case, Introductory Episode

September 23, 2023 18:06 - 20 minutes - 37.3 MB

In the first episode of "Keep it Brief", SK and Kam will discuss their new show and dissect the role and function of the Supreme Court in the United States. They also unpack whether tomatoes are a fruit and reflect fondly on memories of Pillow Pets. 

Astro Minute: Where Stars Are Born, Part 2

September 23, 2023 17:47 - 1 minute - 1.44 MB

Today we're hunting for the Hunter's nebula. Plan your next night of stargazing with today's episode of Astro Minute!

Wall Street Weekly: The IPO Explosion

September 23, 2023 17:42 - 21 minutes - 30.3 MB

Join Patrick and George as they explain the recent increase in Initial Public Offerings, discuss why new companies experience so much volatility, and highlight one business that we believe could fundamentally change the way people shop.

Collegian Week in Review: September 21st, 2023

September 22, 2023 20:00 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

This week on the Collegian Week in Review, guest host Logan Washburn talks with hosts Maddy Welsh and Lauren Scott about this week's news and top headlines, then they talk with Carly Moran about Hillsdale College's endowment and the closing of a local orchard. 

It Is Well: Ep. 1 The Good News of Jesus Christ

September 21, 2023 21:45 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

Join host, Carissa Nisly, in a discussion of the basics of the Gospel. Listen in for an overview of God’s mercy through creation to salvation.

Grammar Minute: How to Answer "How Are You?"

September 21, 2023 12:00 - 1 minute - 1.44 MB

I am well. I am doing well. I am good. I'm not so good now because my English professor is asking about my day and I don't know what to say. Learn how to respond impressively on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Ja'Ron Smith: Harnessing the Principles of Lincoln's Vision for Reconstruction for Today's Forgotten Communities

September 20, 2023 12:41 - 15 minutes - 29 MB

Ja'Ron Smith, co-author of Underserved: Harnessing the Principles of Lincoln's Vision for Reconstruction for Today's Forgotten Communities, joins WRFH's Chloe Noller for a conversation about the book. Ja'Ron Smith served in several roles at the White House, including Deputy Assistant to the President for Domestic Policy, Deputy Director for the Office of American Innovation, and Director of Urban Affairs and Revitalization for The White House Domestic Policy Council. During that ti...

Great Men Back Then: Francis Scott Key

September 20, 2023 01:12 - 5 minutes - 7.04 MB

Everyone knows America's national anthem, but who wrote it? Listen to find out. 

Soldiers of Christ: St. Hubert

September 20, 2023 01:09 - 3 minutes - 5.35 MB

St. Hubert was a renowned hunter and archer who devoted his life to prayer and the conversion of pagans. He is the patron saint of hunters, archers, and bowmen and his feast day is celebrated on November 3rd.

The Social Mediators: Why Men Think About The Roman Empire

September 20, 2023 01:06 - 21 minutes - 29.2 MB

This week we discuss the recent phenomenon in which women ask men how often they think about the Roman Empire-- the answer is often some variation of "frequently." Tune in to hear about how often both Jillian and Garrett think about the Roman Empire, the psychological reason behind why, and the hypothesized "female equivalent."

Grammar Minute: Words That Don't Exist

September 19, 2023 12:00 - 1 minute - 1.44 MB

Are there any common words you've been using that actually don't exist? Find out on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Old Ballgame: The Myth of Baseball's Founding

September 18, 2023 12:26 - 1 minute - 1.43 MB

The story of Abner Doubleday and the start of baseball.

Hart on the Hill: Foreign Policy and Fixing our Border

September 18, 2023 12:24 - 21 minutes - 30.1 MB

This week, host Micah Hart discusses North Korea working with Russia, the G20 summit, Covid, and the issues at the northern border. 

Wall Street Weekly: The Union Strikes Back

September 18, 2023 12:17 - 21 minutes - 29.7 MB

Join Patrick, George, and guest host Joe Colaizzi as they discuss the complexities of the United Auto Workers strike, debate its potential economic consequences, and dive into what effects it might have on financial markets . You wouldn't want to miss this special edition episode of Wall Street Weekly.

Outside Source Football: NFL Week 1 Recap/Week 2 Predictions

September 18, 2023 12:13 - 43 minutes - 60 MB

Hosts Evan Mick and Gabriel Vondrak Recap week 1 of the 2023 NFL Season as well as predict week two games.  They also give start sit advice for fantasy football. 

Beyond the Grammar: Writing Dystopian Fiction with College Student and Author Jayden Jelso

September 18, 2023 12:10 - 23 minutes - 31.8 MB

Jayden Jelso is an author and aspiring screenwriter/ filmmaker. His love of storytelling first stemmed from an obsession with the Star Wars franchise, The Lord of the Rings series, and all eight Harry Potter films. He started writing his debut novel, Talon, when he was only sixteen and published it at eighteen. On today's episode, we'll cover the ins and outs of writing dystopia, from conceiving the idea to finalizing the cover art.

Astro Minute: Where Stars Are Born, Part I

September 18, 2023 12:07 - 1 minute - 1.43 MB

Stellar nurseries are nothing like the calm and quiet nurseries where we Earthlings keep our babies. See for yourself on today's episode of Astro Minute!

Collegian Week in Review: September 14th, 2023

September 15, 2023 20:00 - 22 minutes - 31.3 MB

On this episode of the Collegian Week in Review, hosts Maddy Welsh and Lauren Scott talk to Eleanor Whitaker about the recent memorial service for 9/11 as well as how STEM professors balance having families and having careers, Jane Kitchen about the difficulties she had transferring to Hillsdale, and Tayte Christensen about the student band Diet of Worms. 

Fact of Life: Continuing the Conversation with two Special Guests

September 13, 2023 01:54 - 46 minutes - 63.3 MB

Continuing the conversation, guests Nathan Stanish and Valerie Check join this week’s episode to discuss why they enjoyed the Barbie movie. Join Nathan, Valerie, and your hosts, Chloe and Mattingly, as they discuss the pros and cons of this controversial movie.

Fact of Life: Barbie and the Summer of Women?

September 13, 2023 01:51 - 43 minutes - 60.3 MB

Taking a controversial stance, Chloe Noller and Mattingly Watson discuss the Barbie movie. Join them as they begin talking about an important cultural question brought up by the movie, and laugh with them as they dissect the woke content, contradicting messages, and faulty plot lines.

Charger Rundown: Garrit Aisen

September 12, 2023 21:06 - 21 minutes - 28.9 MB

Charger football quarterback, Garrit Aisen, talks about his new role as a leader, goals for this season, and how his faith plays a part in all of that. 

Great Men Back Then: Flanders Fields

September 12, 2023 21:02 - 5 minutes - 6.95 MB

The Americans who fought at Flanders Fields displayed tremendous courage toward the end of World War I. Listen to hear about these honorable men and a poem that was written about Flanders Fields. 

Great Men Back Then: Ransom Dunn

September 12, 2023 21:00 - 5 minutes - 6.95 MB

Ransom Dunn was vital in Hillsdale College's success in the 1850s. Listen to find out how he and a horse helped Hillsdale. 

Charger Rundown Teaser

September 12, 2023 20:59 - 3 minutes - 4.16 MB

Hana Connelly and Evan Mick announce the launch of the Charger Rundown for the 2023-2024 school year and review Hillsdale College athletic honors from the previous year.

I've Got Aux: "Too Late to Turn Back Now" by The Cornelius Brothers and Sister Rose

September 12, 2023 20:55 - 19 minutes - 30.7 MB

Bella is on aux this week and chose "Too Late To Turn Back Now" by Cornelius Brothers & Sister Rose. It's our first week back on campus and our first episode recorded at the new station! We talk about the track, the role of TV/film in sharing new music, and how music can be "audio furniture" in our lives.

The Social Mediators: Burning Man Festival 2023

September 12, 2023 20:51 - 21 minutes - 29.7 MB

This week Jillian and Garrett discuss this years' Burning Man Festival in Black Rock Desert, Nevada. Tune in to hear the 10 principles of the festival, some dramatic interpretations of events, and Jillian declare a national emergency.

The Virtual Voyage: Armageddon—The Location of the World's Last Battle?

September 11, 2023 13:57 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MB

Join tour guide Abigail in Israel for a visit to Tel Megiddo, the site most often associated with Armageddon from the book of Revelation, which describes a final end-of-world confrontation between God and forces of evil. But can we actually call Megiddo the location of the future battle of Armageddon—or is it a different city altogether? Come along on this week's adventure to find out!

Grammar Minute: The Sin of Irregardless

September 10, 2023 20:00 - 1 minute - 1.44 MB

You probably already know this word is a travesty, but why? Find out on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Astro Minute: The Center of Our Galaxy

September 10, 2023 20:00 - 1 minute - 1.44 MB

What will you see when you look toward the center of the Milky Way Galaxy? Find out on today's episode of Astro Minute!

Astro Minute: Locating the Summer Triangle

September 09, 2023 20:15 - 1 minute - 1.44 MB

Welcome to the first episode of Astro Minute, where we're exploring the universe sixty seconds at a time - starting with the Summer Triangle!

Grammar Minute: Apostrophe Direction Matters

September 09, 2023 20:10 - 1 minute - 1.44 MB

Depending on the font you're using, ' and ' don't actually mean the same thing. Find out why you should care (a little bit, but not much) on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Wall Street Weekly: Chinese Tech, Government Debt, and the Auto Industry's Risky Bet.

September 09, 2023 20:09 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

Is the iPhone becoming irrelevant? Will the US go to debtor's prison? What are the consequences if 150,000 Auto Workers go on strike? Join Patrick and George as they discuss these topics and many more!

Collegian Week in Review: September 7th, 2023

September 08, 2023 20:00 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

On today's episode of the Collegian Week in Review, hosts Maddy Welsh and talk to Moira Gleason about why she thinks McIntyre Residence is better than Olds Residence,  Stephen Berntson about his new student band, and Logan Washburn about an upcoming event and a crime story on campus. 

Soldiers of Christ: St. Teresa of Calcutta

September 07, 2023 02:25 - 3 minutes - 5.53 MB

Known globally as Mother Teresa, she was a humble and loving nun who administered to the poor in Calcutta, India. She is the patron saint of World Youth Day and her feast day is celebrated on September 5th. 

Hidden Figures in History: Tamar the Great - Warrior Queen of the Georgian Golden Age

September 07, 2023 02:22 - 5 minutes - 6.95 MB

The kingdom of Georgia flourished under this female king, who supported the arts, expanded its territory, and warded off attackers—including her rebellious ex-husband.

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