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The Collegian Week in Review is back for another season! This week on the semester's inaugural episode, hosts Maddy Welsh and Lauren Scott first discuss interesting headlines of the week. Then, they talk to Jillian Parks about an article she wrote about the incoming freshmen class and another she wrote about how it is ok to not have an internship over the summer. Finally, they talk to Logan Washburn about the new Meijer that's being built near Hillsdale.

State Sen. Joe Bellino joins WRFH for his monthly interview.

State Rep. Andrew Fink joins Megan Pidcock of Radio Free Hillsdale to discuss the state budget, bills Governor Gretchen Whitmer has recently signed, and what issues he is looking to discuss when the House is back in session.

Radio Free Hillsdale's Megan Pidcock talks to Phil Kerpen about American Commitment's recent findings from a survey of 55+ voters on key healthcare concerns, the Inflation Reduction Act, and AARP. Phil Kerpen is the president of advocacy group American Commitment, an organization dedicated to fighting the intrusiveness and size of the government through public policy research and analysis.

Radio Free Hillsdale's Megan Pidcock talks to Gerard Scimeca about talk of a recent "can tax," what it is, and and why people are against it. Gerard Scimeca is Chairman of Consumer Action for a Strong Economy, a free market advocacy group for American consumers.

This episode on What's in a Name, host Megan Pidcock discusses the many names and their origins of the biggest city in the Midwest: Chicago.

State Rep. Andrew Fink joins Megan Pidcock of Radio Free Hillsdale to discuss the recently passed state budget, Governor Whitmer's recent creation of a new education department, and more.

In this week's episode of Letter of the Law, host Megan Pidcock discusses Vermont's ban on the banning of clotheslines.

Radio Free Hillsdale's Megan Pidcock talks to Rabbi Meir Y. Soloveichik about his new book Providence and Power in which Rabbi Soloveichik examines ten portraits in Jewish statesmanship going as far back as King David in a way few, if any, have done before. Rabbi Soloveichik serves as Director of Yeshiva University’s Straus Center for Torah and Western Thought and as Rabbi at Congregation Shearith Israel in New York, the oldest Jewish congregation in the United States.

Megan Pidcock of Radio Free Hillsdale talks to Dr. Jay W. Richards about the current state of abortion, gender ideology, and parent school choice in America. Dr. Richards is Director of the Richard and Helen DeVos center for Life, Religion, and Family and the William E. Simon Senior Research Fellow in Religious Liberty and Civil Society at the Heritage Foundation.

State Rep. Andrew Fink joins Megan Pidcock of Radio Free Hillsdale to discuss the recent Mackinac Policy Conference, legislation on absentee ballots, Governor Whitmer's rejection of Hillsdale's request to declare a state of emergency after the ice storm this past winter, and more.

On this episode of "Letter of the Law," host Megan Pidcock discusses a law in Kentucky which bans the use or handling of reptiles from religious services.

This week on "What's In a Name," host Megan Pidcock discusses the interesting history of how Cincinnati, Ohio got its name, from early American settlers to an ancient Roman general.

Jared Frederick, co-author of the books "Fierce Valor" about military veteran Ronald Spiers, talks to WRFH about the man behind the myth of a soldier made famous by "Band of Brothers."

Michigan State Sen. Joe Bellino joins WRFH to discuss the Mackinac conference, Michigan's population issues, and a bill that would share private worker information with unions.

Dr. Stanley K. Ridgley talks to WRFH about his recent book "Brutal Minds," which covers the history, cause, and concerning effect of left-wing brainwashing in American higher education.

On this episode of "Letter of the Law," host Megan Pidcock discusses a law in Missouri banning marketing, participating in, or promoting a bear wrestling competition.

Join George Accola as he interviews attendees of the Berkshire Hathaway meeting in Omaha to try to uncover what makes "The Woodstock of Capitalism" so popular.

State Sen. Joe Bellino talks with WRFH about a hand-held phone ban, local road funding, and state spending in the most-recent budget proposal.

Hillsdale student Maddy Welsh talks with Jens Heycke about his recent book, Out of the Melting Pot, Into the Fire: Multiculturalism in the World's Past and America's Future

Will Galsterer moderates a conversation with Gregory Clement, ’23, and Adam Burlew, coach of the the Hillsdale Action Shooting Team.

Josh Evan Barker, long-time host of the award-winning show, The Policy Corner, gives his final briefing on the proposal from Rep. Alex Mooney (R-WV) to go back to the gold standard. To see what Josh is up to, visit his blog: joshevanbarker.wordpress.com or follow him on Twitter (@JoshEvanBarker).

The description for the show: Evan Mick and Ty Ruddy review the 2023 NFL Draft by listing their best pick of each round. They also go through the 5 teams they think had the best draft and the 5 teams they think had the worst draft.

This week, Micah Hart discusses Margaret Thatcher's career.

On the final episode of the year, Joe and Kendale discuss the mysterious attack on the Kremlin, the DNC funding of tik-tokers, and conclude by discussing the shows first year.

St. Sebastian was a 3rd century Roman soldier who secretly converted many to Christianity and miraculously survived an execution attempt. He is the patron saint of athletes, archers, and soldiers, and his feast day is celebrated on January 20th.

State Rep. Andrew Fink joins Josh Barker of Radio Free Hillsdale to discuss legislation on absentee ballots, local pensions, state economic development policymakers, and more.

This week, Josh Barker talks about OIRA, an important agency in the regulatory process, as well as the REVIEW Act, a bill that would delay implementation of regulations challenged in court.

This week, Micah Hart ends the first season of Hart on the Hill, discussing sanctions, Pence and the 2020 election, and Biden's campaign for a second term.

Join Patrick and George as they discuss the non-financial benefits of investing, talk about the major misconceptions within the financial industry, and reflect on their favorite moments from this semester.

WRFH's Mattingly Watson interviews Tom Thompson, a soon-to-be Hillsdale graduate with an incredible story.

WRFH's Michaela Estruth interviews Robert Genetski, author of Is There Evidence for God? An Economist Searches for Answers. The book examines the question, "is there a God?" and provides readers with a researched-based look at the question.

This week, Micah Hart discusses Benito Mussolini's death.

This week, Micah Hart discusses a bill aimed at protecting women in sports, the debt ceiling, and the 2024 presidential campaigns heating up, and more.

In this episode, Joe and Kendale are joined by Hillsdale student, Joshua Mistry. The three discuss the settlement in Dominion's defamation suit against Fox, Tucker Carlson's departure from the network, and Biden's 2024 Presidential announcement.

Ty Ruddy and Evan Mick go through Ty's full first round 2023 NFL mock draft.

U.S. Grant is most remembered for leading all Union forces during the American Civil War. But what most people don't know is that he was driven by duty and always remained humble. Listen to hear about Grant's devotion, humility, and success.

What did the Industrial Revolution have to do with feminism? Where did the movement for women's rights go wrong? Join Chloe Noller and Mattingly Watson in their discussion of modern-day feminism and progressivism with special guest Mary Harrington.

This week we try to illuminate some of the conflict and aftermath of Bud Light's campaign with transgender woman Dylan Mulvaney. Tune in to hear about the VP of Marketing's reason for the campaign, the current state of the stock, and the inevitable reminder that capitalism remains a driving force for most things. Or at least it seems that way.

Ever wonder what the role of works is in the life of a Christian? Join Carissa Nisly in discussing why works are simply the fruit of faith in Jesus’ redeeming work upon the cross.

Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) and a bipartisan coalition in Congress are looking to expand U.S. nuclear power to fight climate change. What are both sides saying about nuclear power, and what current actions are they seeking to take in that direction? Josh Barker answers that and more on this week's episode of The Policy Corner.

On this exciting episode of The Virtual Voyage, we'll meet up with one of Israel's most incredible tour guides, Aaron Shaffier, and head to Zorah, the birthplace of Samson. Tour Guide Aaron leads us to an old industrial park—and you won't believe what we'll find.Here's a teaser from Judges 13: "And when the flame went up toward heaven from the altar, the angel of the LORD went up in the flame of the altar. Now Manoah [Samson's father] and his wife were watching, and they fell on their faces to the ground."Learn more about Tour Guide Aaron here, or follow him on Instagram.

Join Patrick and George as they welcome back Ian Schlagel to discuss the rise of FTX, investigate the fall of Sam Bankman-Fried, and learn ways to avoid being a part of the next tulipmania.

Evan Mick and Ty Ruddy go through Evan's full first round mock draft.

Kendale and Joe are joined by Carter Brett and Luca Stanich. The three discuss the leaks about Ukraine, the rumored failures of the Ukrainian military assets, and Israel's crackdown on Easter Celebrations.

A special guest joins the hosts today! Join in on the discussion of all things relationships with Chloe Noller, Mattingly Watson, and special guest Hinson Peed.

Hillsdale's Evan Mick sits down with new Hillsdale College athletic director John Tharp and new Hillsdale Chargers basketball coach Keven Bradley during their first week in new positions.

Dennis Dunn is the world's most accomplished barebow archery hunter. He joined Hillsdale College on campus as part of the Nimrod Education Center's Speaker Series and in this interview discusses barebow hunting, big game, & conservation.

Hint: Semicolons are not your friends. Find out why on this episode of Grammar Minute!

St. Catherine of Alexandria was an early Christian martyr who successfully defended the faith against fifty philosophers and orators. Her feast day is celebrated on November 25th, and she is the patroness of students, unmarried women, and philosophers.