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Josh Barker of Radio Free Hillsdale looks at the history of federal gun control laws and the current “Assault Weapons Ban” passed by the House of Representatives.

Reece Smyth of the Senior Foreign Service is a professor at the Eisenhower School for National Security and Resource Strategy at the National Defense University.

Hillsdale vs. Ashland football, 10/29/22 Maddy Welsh and Lauren Scott on the call for WRFH

In this episode, Micah Hart discuses the 1860 election.

This week, Micah Hart talks to Rhode Island Senate Minority Leader Jessica de la Cruz about all things Rhode Island and a lurking red wave.

This week Garrett and Jillian talk about the economy, just the economy, and in very general terms. Did Jillian represent social media completely and accurately? Likely not. Tune in to hear about everything in the title, Jillian's lack of economic knowledge, and Garrett's helpful redirections.

One hundred years ago, Mussolini’s Fascist government came to power by entirely legal and constitutional means. Although he had an army of supporters marching on Rome, not a single shot was fired - he just has popular support. The rise of totalitarianism is a frightening illustration of the popularity behind these regimes.

This week on the Collegian Week in Review, host Lauren Scott interviews Logan Washburn about the recent forum focusing on local Hillsdale elections and the improvement of Hillsdale County's roads. She also talks to Isabella Helms about Hillsdale Thrift's involvement in local nonprofits and the recent Trunk-or-Treat event at the Hillsdale fair grounds. Finally, Lauren will talk about the upcoming documentary on Hillsdale alumna Elizabeth Smith Friedman, who was a cryptanalyst in both World Wars. The Collegian Week in Review discusses relevant stories and topics as seen in the Collegian, Hillsdale College's newspaper. Those interviewed include primarily writers for the Collegian and people related to the stories written.

Bella is on aux this week and plays her favorite song off of "Kid A" by Radiohead, "Motion Picture Soundtrack. The girls try to convince (bully) Gavin into liking the song, hit on concepts surrounding the idea of "song people" and "album people," and discuss the type of person who loves Radiohead.

This week on the Collegian Week In Review, hosts Maddy Welsh and Lauren Scott talk to Logan Washburn about a lawsuit filed against Hillsdale County Republicans and other city news, Megan Williams on why California is not as bad as Hillsdale students think it is and the 75th anniversary of the Tower Players, and Christian Peck-Dimit on Hillsdale College football. Then, Lauren talks about the College's K-12 schools opening this fall. The Collegian Week In Review is a show recapping this week's edition of the Collegian, Michigan's oldest newspaper. Every week, hosts Maddy Welsh and Lauren Scott interview writers and others related to the stories printed that day.

In this episode, Truman takes a look at the action from Week 8 in the NFL, gives updated power rankings, and some game picks!

Is Gen Z really as disrespectful as they say? Why should we respect our elders anyways? Maybe we should rethink this whole “honor your father and mother” thing… dive into the conversation with 18-year-olds Chloe Noller and Mattie Grace Watson on today's segment of Fact of Life.

If Hadrian and Mittens are sitting in front of the fire, could it be that Hadrian or Mittens ... are going to get up and eat dinner? Find out on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

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Phil Kerpen, president of American Commitment, joins WRFH regarding the American Commitment Foundation’s filing of an omicron science amicus brief with SCOTUS against vaccine mandates.

This week, joined by expert in this week's band Maggie, Josiah and Matt take note on THE 1975, a relatively obscure British indie band. Listening to two songs of wildly different genre, Maggie explains to our hosts the reasons behind the wide variety of style alongside a more focused examination of the band's consistent themes and interesting evolution.

Joe and Kendale are joined by fellow Hillsdale student Jason Lu. They discuss the UK's Prime Minister, Liz Truss, and her resignation. Jason, and employee of Hillsdale's AJ Cafe, discusses the new catering company. They end the episode discussing the recent developments on the Alex Jones story.

Josh Barker and State Rep. Andrew Fink discuss the upcoming election including the ballot propositions.

In this episode Lulu interviews Dr. Daniel Coupland, a professor at Hillsdale College. They discuss Dr. Coupland's investment in classical education. In addition, they discuss what classical education means and how it effects its students. Listen to learn more about Dr. Coupland and classical education.

After January 6th, there has been a bipartisan move to clarify election procedures. The Presidential Election Reform Act is the result, though not everyone is on board. Josh Barker discusses what the bill would seek to do.

This episode discusses the sexual revolution’s false promise of happiness and where true freedom and happiness is found.

An interview with former Ambassador Francis Rooney. In this episode, Micah Hart discusses the Russia-Ukraine conflict with former Ambassador and U.S. Representative, Francis Rooney.

This week, Micah Hart discusses the creation of the United Nations.

Tennyson’s Charge of a Light Brigade is a classic poem written to commemorate a disastrous miscommunication. Ironically, the poem did such a great job communicating the British cause in the Crimean War that it raised patriotic support of the British cause in Crimea.

In this episode, Truman takes a look at the action from Week 6 in the NFL, gives updated power rankings, and some game picks!

Is voting actually that important ? Are you even registered to vote? Do local elections matter? Chloe Noller and Mattie Grace Watson bring you the history of voting, why it’s important, and how to be an informed voter on today's segment of Fact of Life.

Are you and your friends going out to the movies? Are Hadrian, Mittens, and me going to the movies - or is it me, Hadrian, and Mittens? Find out on this episode of Grammar Minute!

This week we discuss Just Stop Oil's most recent display of climate activism via throwing soup on a Van Gogh painting, and the internet's response to it. Tune in to hear Garrett and Jillian's feelings on art, Jillian's deep desire for conspiracy theories to be true, and Garrett's outrage towards very normal internet trends.

Robert Frost was an American poet who influenced the world of poetry immensely. He persevered through hardships even though he had a tragic childhood.

Wendell Berry is an American poet, essayist, author, and farmer.

This handicapped 19th century British painter rose from her job as a circus performer to become the favorite artist of Queen Victoria.

Joe and Kendale discuss Joe Biden’s alleged Quid Pro Quo in Saudi Arabia, and the verdict that fined Alex Jones almost $1 billion. The two also discuss the upcoming election, both locally and statewide.

Consider two magazines from Ms. Magazine that makes arguments in support of abortion and reproductive rights while ignoring the contradicting and underlying truth of the foundation of their argument.

Alexandra Comus of Radio Free Hillsdale interviews Samuel Gregg on his new book, The Next American Economy: Nation, State, and Markets in an Uncertain World. His book explains how a dynamic, Commercial Republic that benefits all Americans is still possible.

What is Critical Race Theory? Where did it come from? Why is it being taught in schools? Listen in as Chloe Noller and Mattie Grace Watson discuss the history and threat of Critical Race Theory on today's episode of the Fact of Life podcast.

This young rebel's war strategy and diplomacy paved the way for the fighting Irish to reclaim their country.

When you just don't want to say "and," what can you try instead? Find out on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

What is Critical Race Theory? Where did it come from? Why is it being taught in schools? Listen in as Chloe Noller and Mattie Grace Watson discuss the history and threat of Critical Race Theory on today's episode of the Fact of Life podcast.

On this episode, co-hosts Matt and Josiah take notes on some of Billy Joel's classic (yet more obscure) works, such as Zanzibar and Scenes from An Italian Restaurant. With guest and friend Jack Walker joining them, the three discuss what makes Zanzibar such a unique sound from Billy Joel's wide repertoire. After this, Jack guides us through how Billy Joel wrote the stories for his songs, whether borrowing from history and personal life or concocting brand-new stories from day-to-day life and making them a masterpiece.

War of the mini pizzas. Pizza rolls vs Bagel Bites.

"I love Wheat Thins" - Lily "Um, Triscuits are way better" - Lulu

Lulu hates fruit; Lily loves it! Which side will you choose?

Lulu and Lily discuss the merits of uniforms!

Joe and Kendale are joined by Forest Yang and George Accola. They discuss developments in Ukraine, a new scandal involving Pfizer's vaccine, Tulsi Gabbard's announcement, and the Hillsdale Homecoming scandal.

This week on the Collegian Week In Review, hosts Maddy Welsh and Lauren Scott talk to Logan Washburn about city news and the controversy of Hillsdale College in media, Carly Moran on local businesses, and Ally Hall on why everyone should go to therapy.

Josh Barker of Radio Free Hillsdale looks at a proposed amendment to Michigan's Sales and Use Tax that would exempt from taxation automotive manufacturer rebates.

Have you ever wondered what it's like to publish a book for the first time? Join me over coffee for a chat with Sara Ella, award-winning novelist and author of the Unblemished trilogy!

Have you ever wondered what it's like to write your own music, tour with your band, and perform alongside artists you've been listening to since childhood? Join me over coffee for a chat with Kory Miller, singer/songwriter of Red Rocks Worship!

On the first ever episode of Defense Now, Conner Bolanos discusses the shortcomings of the U.S. Navy in the modern pollical world, and what needs to be done to resolve these issues.

This week, Micah Hart interviews Ohio Secretary of State, Frank LaRose to discuss the creation of a new election integrity division.