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

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.

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

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.

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.”

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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?

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.

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.

Don't be nice. Be kind

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.”

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

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

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

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

Today, Erika Kyba is joined by Alexandra Comus to read an excerpt from "The Hollow Men," by T. S. Eliot. This is a poem that warns about the consequences of living without meaning, as the shadow of death continually hangs over the world.

Going through the Declaration of Independence to understand the ethic behind the American Constitution.

For decades, the legal Right has sought to dismantle independent agencies in favor of stronger executive control. A recent lawsuit presents the perfect opportunity for the Court’s conservative majority to strike down Humphrey’s Executor v. U.S., a ruling that has shielded these agencies from presidential oversight for nearly a century.Ryan Silverstein—a J.D. Candidate at Villanova Law, a legal expert on administrative law and Young Voices Contributor, explains in a recent essay the Supreme Court may be ready to side with Trump.From 02/28/25.

Men's Basketball: Hillsdale vs. Thomas More, 02/27/25Gordie LaFontaine and Evan Mick on the call for WRFH

The State of the World breaks down top headlines in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Asia, and the Western Hemisphere. Key topics include the German elections, Taiwanese deep sea fiber optics cables, and a Syrian national dialogue.

This week, Malia Thibado delves into why America would benefit from a closer security and economic relationship with Greenland and the different avenues America could take to achieve the relationship.

Emily and Greg Schutte revisit the topic of intimacy in dating with a focus on modes of communication like texting. They also dive into topics like the needs we have as humans whether they be physical, mental, or emotional and how these relate to intimacy in a relationship.

Is verbal intelligence on the decline?

Join Nicole Sighiartau and Storm Drexler as they discuss their wildest experiences in the great outdoors! This week they have Jack Peterson on to share some fun fishing stories with family.

Learn what's up in the night sky on today's episode of Astro Minute!

The Case of the Electric Guitar - You CAN, but you MAY not. (Should you?) Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Remember: Apostrophes do not make plurals. Ever. Learn more in today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Emma and Sophia debate an article claiming Trump is ushering in a national Reagan Era economic and social revival.

This week on “Under the Radar,” hear about the new White House Faith Office, a bill that will support homeless veterans, a Supreme court case about separation of church and state, 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.”

The James Webb Space Telescope has caused some of the biggest revolutions in astronomy in the past four years, but how can Christians make sense of its findings? Join Eleanor as she ponders galaxies, telescopes, and age of the universe controversies.

Nate is joined by Rooks Russell to talk all about Mississippi.

The music for this famous ballet presents a certain kind of dramatic appeal unmatched in the world of art music…