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On October 6, 1866, two of the Reno brothers, famed Indiana outlaws, perpetrated the first-ever moving train robbery. They quickly became the stuff of legends - the type of thing we sing about around campfires in the summer. The legends of the West are part of the story the American people have told about themselves - and they have a lasting impact on the people we become.

This week Jillian and Garrett venture into the world of tabletop games! Tune in to hear about all the kind of rules, all the kind of parameters, and the scandal that the game caused in the 70s.

In this episode, Michaela explores the contradictions of some of the core arguments of second wave feminism.

In this episode, Truman takes a look at the action from Week 3 in the NFL, gives updated power rankings, and some game picks!

On the pilot episode of Elephants in the Room, hosts Joe and Kendale discuss Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ pending lawsuit, Hillsdale’s homecoming week, Italy’s new far-right Prime Minister, and future plans for the show.

You were being chased by an alligator ... but you didn't know that important piece of information until you got to the end of the sentence. That's what happens when you use the passive voice. Learn how to identify and avoid it in this episode of Grammar Minute!

This brother and sister worked together as astronomers and discovered thousands of stellar objects--including a planet.

William Friedman helped decipher enemy codes in both world wars. He is recognized for his work in establishing codebreaking as a revolutionary science.

Author and investigative journalist Isabel Vincent joins WRFH to discuss her new book, An Overture of Hope.

Josh Barker of Radio Free Hillsdale walks through some of the bipartisan reforms proposed in HR 8152, the American Data Privacy and Protection Act.

On September 26, 1905, Einstein published the third of his Annus Mirabilis papers, positing the theory of special relativity. This groundbreaking theory was the product of the hypothetical question posed by an active imagination: what would happen if Einstein and his mirror were traveling at almost the speed of light?

On this episode of Take Note, hosts Matt and Josiah, joined by John Schaefer, take notes on classical music, its different styles, and what makes it all so special. Listening to Bach's Prelude in G Major and Clair de Lune, Schaefer guides them through how each piece uses its instruments and arrangement to resonate with the listener. With a small digression into the philosophy of music, these three explore the power and freedom classical music has that other genres may not.

In this episode, hosts Maddy Welsh and Lauren Scott talk to Logan Washburn about this week's city news, Carly Moran about "localvores" and eating locally, and Emily Swartz about Hillsdale mayor Adam Stockford's recent wrestling match. Finally, Maddy talks to Lauren about recent hires in the Hillsdale Academy.

Conner Bolanos returns to History Shouldn't Be A Mystery, starting off the season by discussing the life and history of Otto von Bismark, his rise to power, and the implications of the effect he had on Germany as a nation.

Again tackling heavier subject matter, Jillian and Garrett talk about the MSU scandals from 2018 up until now. Tune in to hear a bunch of background information on the subject, social media's consensus on the presidents' (past and present) personalities, and some background cackling from the room next door.

Listen to hear stories about Tennyson's childhood and a recitation of one of his poems, "In Memoriam"

Michigan State Senator and Senate Majority Leader Mike Shirkey joins WRFH.

In this episode of the Book Broadcast, host Alexa Robbins and philosophy major Andrew Davidson briefly share memories about their time in Hillsdale's WHIP before diving into a discussion on an early work of Dostoevsky - Notes from the Underground. These two take a look at the historic context and personal drives which inspired this work, and how it built a foundation for Dostoevsky's writing career and philosophy.

In this episode, Truman takes a look at the action from Week 2 in the NFL, gives updated power rankings, and some game picks!

Are you funnier than your friend? Or should you claim to be "more funny?" Find out in this episode of Grammar Minute!

A speedrun of the career of twelve-time Grammy winning artist Bruno Mars.

This American Catholic priest's charity work helped propel war-torn South Korea out of dire poverty.

Josh Barker of Radio Free Hillsdale walks through 3 Republican proposals to deal with the student loan crisis: Sen. Hawley's Skin in the Game Act, Sen. Rubio's LOAN Act, and Sen. Grassley's Know Before Your Owe Federal Student Loan Act.

Responding to the Ms. Magazine article which attacks the Dobbs case as oppressive and cruel. This reaffirms Erin Hawley's standpoint on Dobbs' positive influence on America.

Our culture slams women with lies of “strength and success” while rejecting the beautiful design of male and female. Biblical femininity is beautiful, strong, and dignified, and worthy of praise. This show responds to cultural arguments with truth while depicting the beauty of womanhood.

In this episode, Matt and Josiah take notes on new trends that have emerged in the music industry as a result of short form entertainment platforms like Musical.ly and Tik Tok. They discuss the potentially positives and negatives of making a song to get a 12 second clip viral, older songs' fortunate revivals, and whether these small sound bites can even be called art.

Micah Hart of Radio Free Hillsdale interviews Dr. Marion Mass, a Philadelphia-area pediatrician and co-founder of Practicing Physicians of America. Dr. Mass discusses the baby formula shortage, contending that "The FDA’s response has been bureaucratic, timid and slow. In a time of crisis, it should have been an easy call to grant Emergency Use Authorization to formulas approved abroad without another onerous and drawn-out process."

Rep. Andrew Fink joins Josh Barker to discuss the controversy over budget earmarks, Gov. Whitmer's mobility plan, and abortion and contraception.

In this episode, Micah Hart talks to Mercedes Schlapp about the Biden administration, the upcoming midterms, and her work in politics.

This week, Micah Hart discusses the Mayflower voyage.

On this week's episode of the Collegian Week In Review, hosts Maddy Welsh and Lauren Scott discuss this week's city news with Logan Washburn, VMA red carpet fashion with Megan Schultz, and the recent admission's hire with Jane Kitchen. Finally, Maddy talks to Lauren about why Hillsdale alumna Elizebeth Smith Friedman should be the next statue on the Liberty Walk.

Garrett and Jillian hit the ground running with their first episode back on the Royal Family. Tune in to hear about Queen Elizabeth II's history, social media's deep hatred of now King Charles, and their strange connection to Dracula and Osama Bin Laden??

In this episode, Truman discusses a few crazy games from Week 1, gives his Power Rankings, and gives some game picks for Week 2.

In this episode of I've Got Aux Ally leads us through the artistic world of ruby waters and her soulful and intake performance of "sweet sublime". Join us as we discuss the music industry art and of course have a few laughs along the way.

In this episode of I've Got Aux we discuss pop icon Charlie Puth and his hotly contested public image on social media through his song BOY. Join in as we debate this "boy's" music and personal life.

I'm no mathematician, but even the English nerds have to write numbers every once in a while. Find out how to show off your science side on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Watch the trailer for Killing the Shepherd here.

Gerald Ford was the 38th president of the United States. But perhaps one of his greatest accomplishments was achieved before he entered the White House. When he was a college student he maintained impeccable character, all while standing up for what is right. The 1934 Georgia Tech-Michigan football game is a perfect example of the man Ford was.

This irrepressible journalist not only exposed the horrible conditions of mental institutions, but also raced around the world in less than 80 days.

On This Week in History, Micah Hart discusses when President McKinley was shot.

Dr. Jeff Zweerink is an astrophysicist and research scholar at Reasons to Believe. Tune in to hear how science has strengthened his faith, his hopes for discovering the secrets of dark matter, and how you can start conversations about science and the Bible.

Football: Hillsdale vs. Walsh, 09/10/22 Chrisitan Peck-Dimit & Nick Treglia on the call for WRFH

This week, Micah Hart discusses a recent congressional trip to Taiwan, a new poll conducted, the senate election in Pennsylvania, and so much more.

Join Matt and Josiah as they journey through the extensive music career of the contentious heartthrob, John Mayer. With 8 studio albums and 7 Grammy awards, and an expensive watch collection, Mayer has gained respect for his incredible guitar skills, longevity of career, and soothing voice. Listen to clips of "Body is a Wonderland," "Gravity," "Born and Raised," and "Wild Blue."

On this week's episode of the Collegian Week In Review, hosts Maddy Welsh and Lauren Scott discuss the student band "The Schizmatics" with Michaela Estruth, heavy metal music and charger sports with Claire Gaudet, the College's mascot choices with Micah Hart, and the long lines in Saga with Nathan Stanish.

In this episode, Truman gives his personal predictions for 2022 NFL playoff teams, the ultimate Super Bowl winner, and some Week 1 picks.

Are you going to Jones's house, or are you going to the Joneses' house? And how much of a difference does it make? Find out on this episode of Grammar Minute!

This heroic Polish woman and her small network of compatriots saved over 2,500 Jewish children from the Warsaw ghetto during the Holocaust.

Josh Barker of Radio Free Hillsdale looks at Biden's Student Loan Forgiveness proposal and discusses its likelihood, implications, support, and criticism.

Matt and Josiah are back to discuss the wildly abnormal music theory of the Little River Band's hit "Reminiscing," and much more.