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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.

This week, Micah Hart talks about Sputnik 1 and the start of the Space Race.

When Edith Cavell faced a German firing squad on Oct. 12, 1915 she didn’t intend to become a martyr for the allied cause, she thought she had been sentenced justly. Propaganda decided otherwise, and Cavell’s name quickly became justification for total warfare on the Western front of World War I.

Is every day a noun? Or an adverb? Or an adjective? Or would that be "everyday?" Find out on this episode of Grammar Minute!

This week Jillian and Garrett discuss Italy's first female prime minister, Giorgia Meloni and the allegations that she is a fascist. Tune in to hear whether or not that's true, Garrett asking Jillian to do an Italian accent, and Jillian refusing. Repeatedly.

In this episode, Truman takes a look at the action from Week 4 in the NFL, gives updated power rankings, and some game picks!

Joe and Kendale are joined by fellow Hillsdale student, Gabe Gainar. They discuss Vice President Harris' recent DMZ gaf, Hillsdale's recent theatrical production, and updates on the conflict in Ukraine.

In this episode of Who Dat?, Matt and Josiah answer the question: who's Billy Joel? One of the most famous musicians of our time, known for a variety of songs and genres, it's easy to forget that there's a man behind the myth. Listen to hear William Martin Joel's humble beginnings and eventual rise to prominence as a pioneer of the modern musical world.

On this episode of Take Note, Matt and Josiah tackle one of the greatest tracks to come from our generation: Leave the Door Open by Silk Sonic. Matt takes note on the musical techniques used in the song to subtly take our breath away, and Josiah tells us all about the jaw-dropping awards this song and its album have received. The pair discuss how the music hit them differently, and how each of the two musicians within Silk Sonic have impacted the music world.

This dazzling young woman pulled off a magnificent jewelry heist just before the French Revolution—and blamed Marie Antionette for her crimes.

In this episode we get to know our host, Lulu Celecia. We learn why Lulu is starting this show and why she is interested in this topic. Listen to learn more about Classical Roots and Lulu.

On this week's episode of the Collegian Week In Review, host Maddy Welsh talks to Ally Hall about the Russian CCA poster, Jillian Parks about what modesty means, Thomas McKenna about the recent Jewish celebration on campus and his interview with this fall's Pulliam Fellow, and Jane Kitchen on the new 1776 curriculum.

The Great Gatsby has sold 25 million copies worldwide and sells 500, 000 copies annually. The book has been made into three movies and produced for the theatre. It is considered the Greatest American Novel ever written. Yet, the story of how The Great Gatsby was written has not been told except as embedded chapters of much larger biographies. This story is one of heartbreak, infidelity, struggle, alcoholism, financial hardship, and one man’s perseverance to be faithful to the raw diamond of his talent in circumstances that would have crushed others. William Hazelgrove has a masters in history and is the National best-selling author of ten novels and twelve narrative nonfiction books. http://www.williamhazelgrove.com

Rep. Andrew Fink joins Josh Barker of Radio Free Hillsdale to discuss the latest news in state politics: the recent election bill compromise with Gov. Whitmer, a controversial supplemental appropriations bill, economic development policy, and creating a healthy state economy.

Current Events StoryThe Policy Corner: SOAR Hillsdale College

A biblical response to the Ms. Magazine article advocating for increased sex education and inclusion of LGBTQIA+ material

This week, Micah Hart talks about the first televised presidential debate.

This week, Micah Hart discuses government spending, Hurricane Ian, the baby formula shortage, and more.