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WRFH/Radio Free Hillsdale 101.7 FM

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Jul 8, 2026

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Beyond the Grammar: Writing Dystopian Fiction with College Student and Author Jayden Jelso 18.09.2023

Jayden Jelso is an author and aspiring screenwriter/ filmmaker. His love of storytelling first stemmed from an obsession with the Star Wars franchise, The Lord of the Rings series, and all eight Harry Potter films. He started writing his debut novel, Talon, when he was only sixteen and published it at eighteen. On today's episode, we'll cover the ins and outs of writing dystopia, from conceiving t...

Astro Minute: Where Stars Are Born, Part I 18.09.2023

Stellar nurseries are nothing like the calm and quiet nurseries where we Earthlings keep our babies. See for yourself on today's episode of Astro Minute!

Collegian Week in Review: September 14th, 2023 15.09.2023

On this episode of the Collegian Week in Review, hosts Maddy Welsh and Lauren Scott talk to Eleanor Whitaker about the recent memorial service for 9/11 as well as how STEM professors balance having families and having careers, Jane Kitchen about the difficulties she had transferring to Hillsdale, and Tayte Christensen about the student band Diet of Worms. 

Fact of Life: Continuing the Conversation with two Special Guests 13.09.2023

Continuing the conversation, guests Nathan Stanish and Valerie Check join this week’s episode to discuss why they enjoyed the Barbie movie. Join Nathan, Valerie, and your hosts, Chloe and Mattingly, as they discuss the pros and cons of this controversial movie.

Fact of Life: Barbie and the Summer of Women? 13.09.2023

Taking a controversial stance, Chloe Noller and Mattingly Watson discuss the Barbie movie. Join them as they begin talking about an important cultural question brought up by the movie, and laugh with them as they dissect the woke content, contradicting messages, and faulty plot lines.

Charger Rundown: Garrit Aisen 12.09.2023

Charger football quarterback, Garrit Aisen, talks about his new role as a leader, goals for this season, and how his faith plays a part in all of that. 

Great Men Back Then: Flanders Fields 12.09.2023

The Americans who fought at Flanders Fields displayed tremendous courage toward the end of World War I. Listen to hear about these honorable men and a poem that was written about Flanders Fields. 

Great Men Back Then: Ransom Dunn 12.09.2023

Ransom Dunn was vital in Hillsdale College's success in the 1850s. Listen to find out how he and a horse helped Hillsdale. 

Charger Rundown Teaser 12.09.2023

Hana Connelly and Evan Mick announce the launch of the Charger Rundown for the 2023-2024 school year and review Hillsdale College athletic honors from the previous year.

I've Got Aux: "Too Late to Turn Back Now" by The Cornelius Brothers and Sister Rose 12.09.2023

Bella is on aux this week and chose "Too Late To Turn Back Now" by Cornelius Brothers & Sister Rose. It's our first week back on campus and our first episode recorded at the new station! We talk about the track, the role of TV/film in sharing new music, and how music can be "audio furniture" in our lives.

The Social Mediators: Burning Man Festival 2023 12.09.2023

This week Jillian and Garrett discuss this years' Burning Man Festival in Black Rock Desert, Nevada. Tune in to hear the 10 principles of the festival, some dramatic interpretations of events, and Jillian declare a national emergency.

The Virtual Voyage: Armageddon—The Location of the World's Last Battle? 11.09.2023

Join tour guide Abigail in Israel for a visit to Tel Megiddo, the site most often associated with Armageddon from the book of Revelation, which describes a final end-of-world confrontation between God and forces of evil. But can we actually call Megiddo the location of the future battle of Armageddon—or is it a different city altogether? Come along on this week's adventure to find out!

Grammar Minute: The Sin of Irregardless 10.09.2023

You probably already know this word is a travesty, but why? Find out on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Astro Minute: The Center of Our Galaxy 10.09.2023

What will you see when you look toward the center of the Milky Way Galaxy? Find out on today's episode of Astro Minute!

Astro Minute: Locating the Summer Triangle 09.09.2023

Welcome to the first episode of Astro Minute, where we're exploring the universe sixty seconds at a time - starting with the Summer Triangle!

Grammar Minute: Apostrophe Direction Matters 09.09.2023

Depending on the font you're using, ' and ' don't actually mean the same thing. Find out why you should care (a little bit, but not much) on today's episode of Grammar Minute!

Wall Street Weekly: Chinese Tech, Government Debt, and the Auto Industry's Risky Bet. 09.09.2023

Is the iPhone becoming irrelevant? Will the US go to debtor's prison? What are the consequences if 150,000 Auto Workers go on strike? Join Patrick and George as they discuss these topics and many more!

Collegian Week in Review: September 7th, 2023 08.09.2023

On today's episode of the Collegian Week in Review, hosts Maddy Welsh and talk to Moira Gleason about why she thinks McIntyre Residence is better than Olds Residence,  Stephen Berntson about his new student band, and Logan Washburn about an upcoming event and a crime story on campus. 

Soldiers of Christ: St. Teresa of Calcutta 07.09.2023

Known globally as Mother Teresa, she was a humble and loving nun who administered to the poor in Calcutta, India. She is the patron saint of World Youth Day and her feast day is celebrated on September 5th. 

Hidden Figures in History: Tamar the Great - Warrior Queen of the Georgian Golden Age 07.09.2023

The kingdom of Georgia flourished under this female king, who supported the arts, expanded its territory, and warded off attackers—including her rebellious ex-husband.

The Social Mediators: Elon Musk's Twitter Rebrand 06.09.2023

This we week we discuss Elon Musk's recent upheaval of the old "twitter" branding and launching of his new app, X. Tune in to hear a (very condensed) bio of Elon's start and obsession with the letter "x", Garrett's mild criticism of the confusing character himself, and some good ol' fashioned, non-rebranded Social Mediators content. 

Hart on the Hill: From Maui to Milwaukee 04.09.2023

This week, host Micah Hart welcomes you back for season 2. He also discusses the devastation in Maui, the first Republican Presidential Debate, and so much more. 

The Virtual Voyage: Mysteries Atop Mt. Tabor - A Miraculous Battle and the Transfiguration 03.09.2023

Join tour guide Abigail in Israel as we visit Mt. Tabor, a mountain in Lower Galilee known for an Old Testament battle between the Israelites and Sisera and later the Transfiguration of Jesus Christ in the New Testament. But how likely is it that the Transfiguration actually happened here, especially because its location is never directly stated in the New Testament? Abigail will offer her thought...

Wall Street Weekly: The Stocks of the Summer 03.09.2023

Join Patrick and George as they discuss Apple's vision of Augmented Reality, Disney's streaming struggles, and... Lionel Messi?

Collegian Week in Review: August 31st, 2023 01.09.2023

This week on the Collegian Week in Review, hosts Maddy Welsh and Lauren Scott first discuss interesting headlines in the Collegian. Then, they talk to Jillian Parks about a play that was recently written about Hillsdale, followed by Nathan Stanish talking about how the recent Barbie movie is for men, too. Finally, the episode concludes with a discussion between Collegian reporters Logan Washburn a...

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