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The Writing On The Wall
In this episode, we explain the meaning and history behind the saying, "the writing on the wall".
You Can't Have Your Cake And Eat It Too
Did you know the saying "you can't have your cake and eat it too" is a modified version of the original saying? There is only a slight difference, but it has a bigger ...
Why I Am not Going To Buy A Computer Pt. 2
In this episode we read the latter part of Berry's essay. He is responding to a few letters he received where people accused him of being sexist and old fashioned.
Douglas MacKinnon: The 56
Douglas MacKinnon is a former White House and Pentagon official and bestselling author working with other former government officials to establish a Foundation to pres...
Rep. Andrew Fink: June 20, 2022
State Rep. Andrew Fink discusses the recent assassination attempt on Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, the upcoming primary election for state representative comi...
I Love You A Bushel And A Peck
You have probably heard someone you love say, "I love you a bushel and a peck". In this episode, we will explain what that saying means and the history behind it.
Why I Am not Going To Buy A Computer pt. 1
In this episode we read the first few paragraphs of one of Berry's best essays.
Total Bases: June 17, 2022
Total Bases: June 17, 2022 by Student Content
Sen. Mike Shirkey: June 16, 2022
Michigan State Sen. Mike Shirkey, also Senate Majority Leader, joins WRFH to discuss a possible income tax cut, the gubernatorial race, and more.
Interview: John Staddon, June 13, 2022
John Staddon, professor of psychology and biology at Duke University, discusses his book, Science in an Age of Unreason.
Total Bases: June 9, 2022
Total Bases: June 9, 2022 by Student Content
That's All She Wrote
We have all heard the saying, "that's all she wrote". But, where did this saying originate from? Was it a soldier from World War II, or a country singer? Listen to thi...
The Country Of Marriage
In this episode, we read the first five stanzas of Wendell Berry's poem, "The Country of Marriage".
Rep. Andrew Fink: June 6, 2022
Rep. Andrew Fink discusses the Republican candidates for Michigan governor, a new law that records impoundment within 24 hours, Governor Whitmer's suggested compromise...
Manifesto: The Mad Farmer Liberation Front
"Manifesto: The Mad Farmer Liberation Front" is a poem written by Berry that contains wisdom applicable to the old and young.
A Timbered Choir
In this episode, we will read the poem, "A Timbered Choir". This is One of Wendell Berry's most famous poems that holds great truth and beauty.
Saved By The Bell
In this episode, we will discuss the history behind the phrase, "saved by the bell", as well as a common misconception about where this phrase originates from.
Hit The Hay
In this episode, you will learn the history and meaning behind the saying, "hit the hay".
Samuel Witcham Interview
Samuel Witcham Jr., former professor of military history and historical geography and author of over 40 books, discusses his newest book, The Encyclopedia of Confedera...
Total Bases: May 27, 2022
Total Bases: May 27, 2022 by Student Content
Mark Hager: The Last of the 357th Infantry
Historian Mark Hager joins WRFH to discuss his new book. Hager builds on hundreds of hours of interviews with Harold Frank, sharing the intimate and heart-pounding ac...
Robert Sirico: The Economics of the Parables
Rev. Robert A. Sirico is a Roman Catholic priest and the president and co-founder of the Acton Institute, talks with WRFH about THE ECONOMICS OF THE PARABLES. Timeles...
Dale Ahlquist: The Story of the Family
Dale Ahlquist joins WRFH to discuss his new book, THE STORY OF THE FAMILY This compilation of texts and quotes from the prolific G. K. Chesterton, edited by Dale Ahlq...
Rep. Andrew Fink: May 23, 2022
State Rep. Andrew Finks joins WRFH to discuss tax cuts, Line 5 pipeline shutdown order, and more.
Alumnus Spotlight: Pamela Bloom Foster
Pamela Bloom Foster, ‘91, vice president of Care Coordination at HonorHealth, the second largest health system in Arizona, joins WRFH as she is on campus to accept her...
Total Bases: May 12, 2022: Red Sox & Bogaerts, Bad Teams not Breaking Through, & Mariners Bad Turn
Mark and Greg Moreno and Dylan Leebrick of Radio Free Hillsdale discuss the slow start for the Red Sox and whether it might lead them to trade Xander Bogaerts. They al...
Titus Techera: On DIRTY HARRY's Uncelebrated Anniversary
Titus Techera, executive director of the American Cinema Foundation and cultural critic, joins WRFH to discuss the uncelebrated anniversary of the 1971 film DIRTY HARR...
State Rep. Andrew Fink: May 9, 2022
State Rep. Andrew Fink (R-58) joins WRFH to discuss "abortion politics" in Michigan, budget votes in the House, and more.
Jared Frederick: Fierce Valor
Jared Frederick, co-author of "Fierce Valor: The True Story of Ronald Speirs and his Band of Brothers" joins WRFH to discuss the new book.
Freshman/Senior Interviews: Anna Fieser
WRFH's Ally Hall talks with graduating senior Anna Fieser about her time at Hillsdale College.
