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Ep 1839Collegian Week in Review: April 3, 2025

Catherine Maxwell joins to discuss President Trump's appointment of a Hillsdale Alumnus, and her recent trip to the local christian rodeo. Jillian Parks discusses her opinion piece on her post-grad plans, and Tayte Christensen enlightens everyone on Hillsdale's recent blackout.

Apr 7, 202522 min

Ep 1838Poetry Fix: Love (l)

Today, Erika Kyba reads George Herbert's Love (I). Join her to unpack his beautiful ode to a forgotten Creator.

Apr 7, 20254 min

Ep 1837Undetected: Mildred Harnack

Megan and Alessia explore the tragic espionage tale of Red Orchestra member, Mildred Harnack.

Apr 7, 20255 min

Ep 1836Baseball: Hillsdale vs. Lake Erie, Game One, 04/06/25

Baseball: Hillsdale vs. Lake Erie, Game One, 04/06/25Ryan Strasser and Gordie Lafontaine on the call for WRFH

Apr 6, 20252h 33m

Ep 1835Baseball: Hillsdale vs. Lake Erie, Game One, 04/05/25

Baseball: Hillsdale vs. Lake Erie, Game One, 04/05/25

Apr 5, 20252h 31m

Ep 1834The WRFH Interview: Raphael S. Cohen

Raphael “Rafi” Cohen is director of the Strategy and Doctrine Program of RAND Project AIR FORCE, director of the Pardee RAND Graduate School National Security Program, professor of policy analysis at Pardee RAND, and a senior political scientist at RAND. He works on a broad range of defense and foreign policy issues, including defense strategy and force planning, Middle East and European security, and civil-military relations.Cohen joined Erin Osborne on WRFH while on Hillsdale's campus. From 04/02/25.

Apr 3, 202544 min

Ep 1833Heimliche Hemlock: Plato’s Symposium-Diotima’s Speech?

Alexandra discuss Diotima’s Speech form Plato’s Symposium with David Cathel

Apr 3, 202521 min

Ep 1832Heimliche Hemlock: Friedrich Schlegel

I discuss Friedrich Schlegel's Philosophical Fragments with Ellia He.

Apr 3, 202522 min

Ep 1831Triple Feature: The Boys in the Boat

This week, Triple Feature takes a look at George Clooney's "The Boys in the Boat."

Apr 3, 202522 min

Ep 1830Flyover Features: What is Make America Hot Again?

Emma and Sophia discuss an article that contrasts hotness and beauty.

Apr 3, 202521 min

Ep 1829The State of the World: Amnesty, Drills, and Witch Hunts

The State of the World breaks down top headlines in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Western Hemisphere. Key topics include French politics, Southeast Asian earthquakes, and the Sudanese civil war.

Apr 3, 20255 min

Ep 1828Hillsdale Academy Presents 'Les Misérables'

Hillsdale Academy students Zane Socha and Anne Gray join director Kathryn Wales and WRFH's Jillian Parks to discuss the upcoming performances of Les Misérables at the school.From 04/02/25.

Apr 2, 202523 min

Ep 1827Off the Trails: Sliding Toward Death the Adirondacks

Join Nicole Sighiartau and Storm Drexler as they discuss their wildest experiences in the great outdoors! This week they have Maggie and Anna Baldwin on to share some stories from their trek through the Adirondacks.

Apr 1, 202522 min

Ep 1826Word to the Wise: Smile

Let's not forget to be friendly in public. It makes a difference.

Apr 1, 20251 min

Ep 1825Astro Minute: Exploring Orion

The constellation Orion is home to many interesting celestial objects. Learn more on today's episode of Astro Minute!

Apr 1, 20251 min

Ep 1824Triple Feature: Memento

Audrey, McKenna, and Anna dish out their takes on the movie Memento!

Apr 1, 202521 min

Ep 1822Wherefore Art Thou, Romeo? Just Have Fun

Have you ever struggled with how serious relationships seem to be? Emily and Greg explore how to have fun in a relationship while still acknowledging the challenge.

Apr 1, 202523 min

Ep 1813Grammar Minute: When the Music Turns the Volume Down

Adjectival phrases must match the subject of the sentence. Learn why on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Mar 31, 20251 min

Ep 1823Grammar Minute: SPECIAL EPISODE: Interview with Esther Pipkin, YA Fantasy Author

Esther grew up on a farm in Missouri, where she spent her childhood in the woods playing with Peter Pan and the Pevensies. She graduated from The Author Conservatory with a certification in creative writing, and a certification in business and entrepreneurship. When she’s not writing, you might find Esther baking snickerdoodles and singing showtunes or going on adventures (like visiting bookstores) with her husband.

Mar 31, 202524 min

Ep 1821Wherefore Art Thou, Romeo? Dealing with the Family

What if his family is CRAZY! This and more from Greg and Emily on the topic of working through family differences and difficulties.

Mar 31, 202522 min

Ep 1820Under the Radar: 03.29.25

This week on "Under the Radar," hear about the President's efforts to punish law firms that targeted him politically, an executive order that strengthens voter ID requirements, a Supreme Court decision about the administration's efforts to speed up deportations, and more. I'm your host, Luke Miller, and on this show, we'll cover the news you didn't catch this week from the mainstream media. While they’re covering the President’s latest tweets, here you can hear about the new legislation, executive orders, and Supreme Court decisions that affect you. Welcome to “Under the Radar.”

Mar 31, 202522 min

Ep 1819Boys Only #6: Gate Guy Goes to Alaska

Nate and Storm chat with Dennis Cook, AKA Gate Guy, about Hot Ones, his iconic music, and family stories.

Mar 31, 202531 min

Ep 1818Classical Context: String Quartet No. 12 in F major, Antonin Dvořák

A quintessential moment in American music, Dvořák’s American String Quartet presents a lively picture of the New World from the perspective of a European master…

Mar 31, 20255 min

Ep 1817Collegian Week in Review: March 27, 2025

This week, Caroline and Thomas are joined by Lewis Thune to discuss the need for an increase in state pride. Anna Broussard also joins to highlight her article on children's literature.

Mar 31, 202522 min

Ep 1816Baseball: Hillsdale vs. Thomas More (Game One), 03/29/25

Baseball: Hillsdale vs. Thomas More (Game One), 03/29/25Gordie Lafontaine and Ryan Strasser on the call for WRFH

Mar 29, 20251h 40m

Ep 1815The Poetry Fix: Little Brother

Today, Erika Kyba reads Robert W. Service's darkly enthralling "Little Brother." Together, we explore the truth of the poet's bleak vision, as well as looking for avenues of hope.

Mar 29, 20254 min

Ep 1814The Social Mediators: Dissociative Identity Disorder

This week we discuss Dissociative Identity Disorder along with the symptoms and cause of the rare disorder (not disease, Jillian...). Tune in to hear about the social media stories that both illuminate and confound the truth of the affliction, the difficulty of diagnosis, and whether or not wolves can be alters.

Mar 29, 202523 min

Ep 1812Grammar Minute: History of the Pound/Hash Sign

What's the history of this social media magic symbol? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Mar 29, 20251 min

Ep 1811The Lazy Susan: Special Episode- Signalgate

Lewis and Paden explain the Signalgate controversy and the reactions from inside and outside the cabinet.

Mar 29, 20254 min

Ep 1810The Lazy Susan: Firings at HHS and DOE

Lewis and Paden look into this week's streamlining efforts within the cabinet.

Mar 29, 20253 min

Ep 1809Thursday Lunch: Happy Birthday

This Thursday, come join us for Thursday Lunch, where It is neither of our birthdays. We’re talking about them though! From questionable bedroom makeover themes to very sweet sixteens, we’ve had them all. All twenty-two! We hope you enjoy this rare wholesome episode, where for once, we are not the villains.

Mar 29, 202522 min

Ep 1808Undetected: Richard Sorge

Megan and Alessia investigate the rise and fall of Stalin's "master spy," Richard Sorge.

Mar 29, 20255 min

Ep 1807Off the Trails: Spring Break Recap!

Join Nicole Sighiartau and Storm Drexler as they discuss their wildest experiences in the great outdoors! This week they shared some adventures from their respective East and West coast spring breaks!

Mar 29, 202522 min

Ep 1806Grammar Minute: Why You Shouldn't Plan

If you're writing something long, like a book or a research paper, I argue you shouldn't bother outlining. Learn why on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Mar 29, 20251 min

Ep 1805Lauren Smyth: Warsafe

Lauren Smyth is the author of the new book Warsafe, available May 6, 2025. She joined Erike Kyba on WRFH to discuss the novel.Lauren is an economics and journalism student at Hillsdale College. Since signing her first publishing contract at age 13, she has written four young adult action/adventure novels, coded two story-based video games, and started a blog enjoyed by readers and writers around the world. When she’s not writing, you’ll find her flying right seat in a Piper PA-30 aircraft, recording episodes of her Grammar Minute writing podcast, or heading upriver on her paddleboard.

Mar 28, 202532 min

Ep 1804Is the Left Fighting Oligarchy or Fighting Christianity?

Bernie Sanders claims to stand for justice, but his embrace of anti-Christian rhetoric suggests otherwise. Aidan Grogan explores how progressives undermine the very moral foundation they claim to defend.Aidan Grogan, a writer and history PhD student at Liberty University and a Young Voices Contributor, examines in his latest op-ed why the left’s hostility toward Christianity contradicts their fight against oppression and injustice. He joins WRFH to discuss.From 03/27/25.

Mar 28, 202521 min

Ep 1803Flyover Features: Why is Modern Architecture so Boring?

Emma and Sophia discuss an article which posits a view as to why modern architecture is "starving your brain."

Mar 27, 202520 min

Ep 1802The State of the World: Fertilizer, Fire, and Force

The State of the World breaks down top headlines in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Western Hemisphere. Key topics include Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations, South Korean wildfires, Turkish protests, Burundi-Rwanda negotiations, and Panamanian copper.

Mar 27, 20255 min

Ep 1801Grammar Minute: The Most Important Part

When you're writing something new, where should you invest the most time? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Mar 27, 20251 min

Ep 1800Word to the Wise: Dress Codes

Is there a reasonable attitude to have when it comes to school dress codes?

Mar 26, 20251 min

Ep 1799Classical Context: Cello Concerto No.1 in A minor, C.P.E. Bach

A well-known composer during the space between Baroque and Classical periods, C.P.E. Bach shows off the virtuosity of the cello in an intricately orchestrated masterpiece…

Mar 26, 20255 min

Ep 1798Under the Radar: Episode 7

This week on “Under the Radar,” hear about the new expansion on federal spending, a Supreme Court case about drawing voting lines based on race, an executive order eliminating information silos, and more. I’m your host, Luke Miller, and on this show we’ll cover the news you didn’t catch this week from the mainstream media. While they’re covering the President’s latest tweets, here you can hear about the new legislation, executive orders, and Supreme Court decisions that affect you. Welcome to “Under the Radar.”

Mar 26, 202522 min

Ep 1797Astro Minute: Update on T Coronae Borealis

A heavenly explosion is slated for the coming months. Learn more on today's episode of Astro Minute!

Mar 26, 20251 min

Ep 1796Grammar Minute: On a Dime

Where do we get this weird expression? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Mar 26, 20251 min

Ep 1795Collegian Week in Review: March 20, 2025

Explore weekly editorials and local interviews on this week's episode!

Mar 26, 202522 min

Ep 1794Boys Only #5: TSA Castle Rocks

Nate and Storm chat with Justus Hume, AKA This Guy, about spicy foods, regional franchises, and Simpson stories.

Mar 26, 202549 min

Ep 1793Visible Things: Evidence of Design with Dr. Jay Wile

Eleanor sits down with Dr. Jay Wile, nuclear chemist and author of several Apologia homeschool science textbooks, to talk about the scientific evidence for creationism and how the complexity of creation lead him to discover God.

Mar 26, 202521 min

Ep 1792Flyover Features: Why do People no Longer Trust Their Physician?

Emma and Sophia discuss an article that talks about the growing distrust of doctors and the medical field.

Mar 26, 202521 min

Ep 1791Undetected: Mata Hari

Megan and Alessia explore the story of one of the most famous female spies in history, Mata Hari.

Mar 25, 20256 min

Ep 1790The Old Ballgame: Baseball as 'The People's Game,' pt. 1

A look at how baseball came to be a sport for all Americans.

Mar 25, 20252 min