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Ep 1789The Poetry Fix: The Hollow Men, Part Two

Today, Erika Kyba reads the conclusion of T. S. Eliot's "The Hollow Men." Eliot continues to paint a picture of the dark, deathly kingdom that the hollow men find themselves in, entrenched in the shadow of World War I.

Mar 25, 20254 min

Ep 1788Astro Minute: The Beehive Cluster

The vernal equinox brings spring ... and the beautiful Beehive Cluster! Learn how to find it on today's episode of Astro Minute!

Mar 25, 20251 min

Ep 1787Grammar Minute: Bring Back Blunt Emails

No emojis. No unnecessary words. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Mar 25, 20251 min

Ep 1786The State of the World: Taiwan, Tensions, and Tuaregs

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, Taiwan, Malian air strikes, and M-23.

Mar 25, 20255 min

Ep 1785The Social Mediators: Squatters' Rights

This week we discuss adverse possession/squatters' rights across the states. Tune in to hear some of the crazy stories that accompany the tricky legislation, timelines and loopholes, and some creative ways to get rid of a squatter, legally.

Mar 25, 202522 min

Ep 1784The Lazy Susan: Spring Break Deportations

Lewis Thune and Paden Hughes recap how deportations and energy wring in Spring for the cabinet.

Mar 25, 20253 min

Ep 1783Grammar Minute: Against Emoji in Emails

That smiley face isn't conveying what you think it is. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Mar 25, 20251 min

Ep 1782Grammar Minute: Contrary to Contronyms

In this age of government "sanctions," what does this word actually mean? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Mar 25, 20251 min

Ep 1781Susannah Barnes Petitt: Michigan’s Pre-K Expansion Is Failing—Here’s Why

Despite massive funding increases, Michigan’s state-run Pre-K program isn’t attracting enough students. Could expanding community-based options and giving parents more flexibility be the real solution?Susannah Barnes Petitt—a research program manager and a Young Voices Contributor—analyzes why Michigan’s Pre-K system is struggling to enroll students and what policymakers can do about it in her latest op-ed for The Detroit News.She joins Skye Graham on WRFH to discuss.

Mar 22, 202521 min

Ep 1780The WRFH Interview: Robby Soave

Robby Soave is a senior editor at Reason and host of Rising on Hill TV. He joined Erin Osborne of WRFH for a wide-ranging conversation.

Mar 21, 202522 min

Ep 1775Grammar Minute: How Many Spaces Belong After a Period?

Unless you're using a typewriter, the simple rule is usually better. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Mar 20, 20251 min

Ep 1779The WRFH Interview: Dr. Jeremy Black

Jeremy Black is a British historian, professor of history at Exeter University, and Distinguished Fellow at Hillsdale College. He was on Hillsdale College's campus to deliver a public lecture on the American Civil War in the context of military history and to teach a one-credit course giving an introduction to military history.From 03/19/25.

Mar 19, 202523 min

Ep 1778Word to the Wise: Love

As a busy college student, don't be so consumed with your own accomplishments that you forget to love others.

Mar 19, 20251 min

Ep 1777Heimliche Hemlock: Fragments from Novalis: Pollen

Alexandra Comus and Ellia He discuss "Blüthenstaub" (Pollen), which are literary/philosophical fragments from Georg Philipp Friedrich Freiherr von Hardenburg (AKA Novalis), one of the most well-known thinkers of the German Romantic movement.

Mar 19, 202521 min

Ep 1776Visible Things: Fly Brains

Fly brains are the size of a poppy seed yet contain an enormous amount of complexity and evidence for design. This week Eleanor discusses last fall’s release of a fly brain map and how it displays its Creator. Also, Eleanor geeks out about tardigrades, Mars, and glass brains.

Mar 19, 202520 min

Ep 1774Grammar Minute: History of the Percent Sign

No, it's not just a misprinted 100. And it's not a recent invention. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Mar 19, 20251 min

Ep 1773History's Weirdest Wars: the Pig War

The Pig War on the San Juan Islands was a brief and mostly harmless conflict between America and Britain over who owned the islands. This conflict began because an American farmer on the islands shot and killed a pig owned by the British Governer.

Mar 18, 202520 min

Ep 1772Collegian Week In Review: March 6, 2025

Ellie Fromm joins the show to share updates on the Hillsdale College Men's basketball team.

Mar 18, 202522 min

Ep 1771Radio Free Hillsdale St. Patrick's Day Special

The 2025 Radio Free Hillsdale St. Patrick's Day Special commemorates the story of St. Patrick and celebrates the culture of Ireland, the island he called home. Hear from Hillsdale College Chaplain Rev. Adam Rick, Hillsdale Associate Professor of English Elizabeth Fredericks, and Cairn University Professor of History Steele Brand. Plus Irish songs played by Hillsdale College students and Irish poetry read by Hillsdale's Tower Players.Hosted by Gavin Listro, with contributions from Gwen Thompson, Lauren Smyth, and Lilly Faye Kraemer. The Radio Free Hillsdale St. Patrick's Day Special was made possible in part through the generous support of John and Karen Harrington and Brooke Harrington, Hillsdale College Class of 1994.

Mar 14, 202544 min

Ep 1770Classical Context: Valencia, Caroline Shaw

Leaping forward in time, Caroline Shaw’s Valencia quartet pushes boundaries in our modern age…

Mar 11, 20255 min

Ep 1769The Poetry Fix: Beggar to Beggar Cried

Today, Erika Kyba reads "Beggar to Beggar Cried," by the Irish poet, William Butler Yeats. This is a poem about the desire for peace and security, juxtaposed with a restlessness of spirit.

Mar 11, 20254 min

Ep 1768Under the Radar: 03.06.25

This week on “Under the Radar,” hear about the Supreme Court's decision to allow President Trump to withhold foreign aid, an Executive Order aimed at enforcing healthcare transparency, a bill that would put President Trump on our currency, 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 11, 202522 min

Ep 1767Boys Only #4: Pressure Cooker of Liberty

Nate and Storm chat with Dravyn Spies about St. Patty's Day, our favorite seasons, and weird names.

Mar 11, 202534 min

Ep 1766Undetected: Sir Francis Walsingham

Megan and Alessia recount the story of British spy master and espionage pioneer, Sir Francis Walsingham.

Mar 11, 20255 min

Ep 1765National Security Matters: Trump Gaza

This week, Malia Thibado discusses Trump’s proposition for American control of the Gaza Strip. She dives into the history of the land and the challenges of the plan and regional opposition to it.

Mar 11, 20255 min

Ep 1764Men's Basketball: Hillsdale vs. Malone, 03/07/25

Men's Basketball: Hillsdale vs. Malone, 03/07/25Gordie Lafontaine and on the call for WRFH

Mar 10, 20251h 32m

Ep 1757Grammar Minute: The History of OK

There's a surprisingly interesting story behind one of our favorite abbreviations. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Mar 8, 20251 min

Ep 1756Grammar Minute: OK, Okay, and o.k.

It's never OK to misspell "okay." Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Mar 7, 20251 min

Ep 1763Isaac Willour: The True Victims of Woke Corporations

Isaac Willour is an analyst at Bowyer Research, America's leading pro-fiduciary proxy consulting firm. He is an award-winning journalist and frequent commentator on ESG, DEI, and the culture war, with work in USA Today, National Review, The Daily Wire, The American Mind, and the Wall Street Journal. A graduate of Grove City College, Mr. Willour has appeared on shows ranging from Fox to the New York Times Opinion, and can be found on X @IsaacWillour.He joins WRFH to discuss his recent essay, The True Victims of Woke Corporations.From 03/05/25.

Mar 6, 202522 min

Ep 1762Flyover Features: Can Booktok Save Contemporary Literature?

Emma and Sophia discuss whether BookTok is a positive or negative phenomenon for the modern literature landscape.

Mar 6, 202520 min

Ep 1761The State of the World: 3 Ceasefires, 2 Trade Wars, and 1 Conference

The State of the World breaks down top headlines in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Western Hemisphere. Key topics include the Zelenskiy-Trump negotiations, Thailand's deportation of Uyghur Muslims, and the future of the Gaza Strip.

Mar 6, 20255 min

Ep 1755Grammar Minute: How to Capitalize Titles

Hint: It's not just the first word. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Mar 6, 20251 min

Ep 1760Men's Basketball: Hillsdale vs. Ashland, 03/04/25

Men's Basketball: Hillsdale vs. Ashland, 03/04/25Gordie Lafontaine and Gabe Themar on the call for WRFH

Mar 5, 20251h 34m

Ep 1759Women's Basketball: Hillsdale vs. Cedarville, 03/04/25

Women's Basketball: Hillsdale vs. Cedarville, 03/04/25Lewis Thune and Paden Hughes on the call for WRFH

Mar 5, 20251h 35m

Ep 1754Grammar Minute: A Bad Book Title

This book title is filled with grammar lessons. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Mar 5, 20251 min

Ep 1753Wherefore Art Thou, Romeo?: Waiting and Dating

Should I wait for someone if they are in a period of discernment or ask to take a break? How long, if at all? Emily and Greg explore this through the question, do I wait for him/her?

Mar 5, 202523 min

Ep 1758The WRFH Interview: Cara Rogers Stevens

Cara Rogers Stevens, associate professor of history at Ashland University, sits down with WRFH's Lauren Bixler to discuss her book, Thomas Jefferson and the Fight against SlaveryFrom 03/04/25.

Mar 4, 202516 min

Ep 1752Wherefore Art Thou, Romeo?: Perfectionism

Emily and Greg discuss the topic of perfectionism in the relationship process. Does everything have to be perfect before you start dating or get married? How much money do I need in order to succeed in this? These and more are part of the discussion on perfectionism.

Mar 4, 202524 min

Ep 1751Word to the Wise: Awkward

Don't be nice. Be kind

Mar 4, 20251 min

Ep 1750Hart on the Hill: Spending, Sanity, and Secrets

This week, Micah Hart discusses USAID, Trump's first cabinet meeting, a new book about President Biden's decline, and more!

Mar 4, 202522 min

Ep 1749Off the Trails: Skiing > School

Join Nicole Sighiartau and Storm Drexler as they discuss their wildest experiences in the great outdoors! This week they have Bowie Drexler on to share some skiing stories from Bowie and Storm's recent ski trip.

Mar 4, 202522 min

Ep 1748Astro Minute: Coming to Skies Near You: A Total Lunar Eclipse

On March 13th, North American viewers will be treated to a total lunar eclipse. Learn more on today's episode of Astro Minute!

Mar 4, 20251 min

Ep 1747Classical Context: Swan Lake, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

Back with another Tchaikovsky ballet, the music of Swan Lake presents a different side to Tchaikovsky’s masterful weaving of narrative and music…

Mar 4, 20255 min

Ep 1746Grammar Minute: The "Enormity" of These Headlines

The Grammar Hall of Shame returns with this classic--and hilarious--word choice error.

Mar 4, 20251 min

Ep 1745The Lazy Susan: Kennedy’s HHS and Musk’s Role

Lewis and Paden recap Robert F. Kennedy’s Jr.’s first week as HHS Secretary, and the meaning of Elon Musk in Trump’s first cabinet meeting.Week of February 24.

Mar 4, 20253 min

Ep 1744Under the Radar: Episode 4

This week on “Under the Radar,” hear about the President's latest efforts to cut the federal bureaucracy, a Supreme Court case about reverse discriminatio, a case that will define what free speech means in public schools, 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 4, 202522 min

Ep 1743Undetected: Operation Anthropoid.

Megan and Alessia dive into the story of Operation Anthropoid, two commandos' plot to assassinate Reinhard Heydrich.

Mar 4, 20256 min

Ep 1742Old Ballgame: The Player's League

A look at one of the successful — or unsuccessful — revolts in baseball history.

Mar 2, 20252 min

Ep 1741Grammar Minute: Are Contractions Acceptable in Formal Writing?

You cannot be too careful ... or can you? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Mar 2, 20251 min

Ep 1740Grammar Minute: The Return of the Biweekly Meeting

We're back with more workplace confusion on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Mar 2, 20251 min