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WRFH/Radio Free Hillsdale 101.7 FM

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Student-created content originally broadcast on Hillsdale College's student radio station, WRFH 101.7 FM.

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Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

Hidden Figures in History: William and Caroline Herschel - The Sibling Astronomers 28.09.2022

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

Great Men Back Then: William Friedman 27.09.2022

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

Interview: Isabel Vincent on Overture of Hope 27.09.2022

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

The Policy Corner: American Data Privacy and Protection Act 26.09.2022

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

A Pilgrim's History: Trains at the Speed of Light 26.09.2022

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?

Take Note: Clair de Lune and the Power of Classical Music 24.09.2022

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...

Collegian Week in Review: September 22, 2022 24.09.2022

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.

History Shouldn't Be A Mystery: Otto von Bismarck 22.09.2022

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.

The Social Mediators: MSU Scandals 22.09.2022

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.

Great Men Back Then: Alfred Lord Tennyson 22.09.2022

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

State Sen. Mike Shirley: Sept. 22, 2022 22.09.2022

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

The Book Broadcast: Dostoevsky's Underground Man & Rational Egoism 22.09.2022

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 caree...

Story of a Season: The Mighty Bills and the Not-So-Mighty AFC South 21.09.2022

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

Grammar Minute: Let's Compare! 21.09.2022

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

Who Dat?: Bruno Mars 21.09.2022

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

Hidden Figures in History: Fr. Al Schwartz - The Mother Teresa of South Korea 21.09.2022

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

The Policy Corner: Republican Student Loan Proposals 20.09.2022

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.

Strength and Dignity: Dobbs reaffirms motherhood 20.09.2022

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.

Strength and Dignity: Introduction: Proverbs 31 and the Abortion Deception 20.09.2022

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.

Take Note: Tik Tok Takeover 20.09.2022

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.

Dr. Marion Mass Interview 20.09.2022

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 anot...

Rep. Andrew Fink: September 19, 2022 19.09.2022

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

Hart on the Hill: A Sit Down with Mercedes Schlapp: Biden, Midterm Battles, and More 17.09.2022

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

This Week in History: Voyage from Afar 17.09.2022

This week, Micah Hart discusses the Mayflower voyage.

Collegian Week in Review: September 15th, 2022 16.09.2022

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.

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