Classical Context: Valencia, Caroline Shaw
Leaping forward in time, Caroline Shaw’s Valencia quartet pushes boundaries in our modern age…
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The Poetry Fix: Beggar to Beggar Cried
Today, Erika Kyba reads "Beggar to Beggar Cried," by the Irish poet, William Butler Yeats. This is a poem about the desire for peace and security, juxtaposed with a restlessness of spirit.
Under the Radar: March 6, 2025
This week on “Under the Radar,” hear about the Supreme Court's decision to allow President Trump to withhold foreign aid, an Executive Order aimed at enforcing healthcare transparency, a bill that would put President Trump on our currency, and more. I’m your host, Luke Miller, and on this show we’ll cover the news you didn’t catch this week from the mainstream media. While they’re covering the President’s latest tweets, here you can hear about the new legislation, executive orders, and Supreme C...
Boys Only #4: Pressure Cooker of Liberty
Nate and Storm chat with Dravyn Spies about St. Patty's Day, our favorite seasons, and weird names.
Undetected: Sir Francis Walsingham
Megan and Alessia recount the story of British spy master and espionage pioneer, Sir Francis Walsingham.
National Security Matters: Trump Gaza
This week, Malia Thibado discusses Trump’s proposition for American control of the Gaza Strip. She dives into the history of the land and the challenges of the plan and regional opposition to it.
Men's Basketball: Hillsdale vs. Malone, 03/07/25
Men's Basketball: Hillsdale vs. Malone, 03/07/25 Gordie Lafontaine and on the call for WRFH
Grammar Minute: The History of OK
There's a surprisingly interesting story behind one of our favorite abbreviations. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Grammar Minute: OK, Okay, and o.k.
It's never OK to misspell "okay." Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Isaac Willour: The True Victims of Woke Corporations
Isaac Willour is an analyst at Bowyer Research, America's leading pro-fiduciary proxy consulting firm. He is an award-winning journalist and frequent commentator on ESG, DEI, and the culture war, with work in USA Today, National Review, The Daily Wire, The American Mind, and the Wall Street Journal. A graduate of Grove City College, Mr. Willour has appeared on shows ranging from Fox to the New York Times Opinion, and can be found on X @IsaacWillour. He joins WRFH to discuss his recent essay, The...
Flyover Features: Can Booktok Save Contemporary Literature?
Emma and Sophia discuss whether BookTok is a positive or negative phenomenon for the modern literature landscape.
The State of the World: 3 Ceasefires, 2 Trade Wars, and 1 Conference
The State of the World breaks down top headlines in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Western Hemisphere. Key topics include the Zelenskiy-Trump negotiations, Thailand's deportation of Uyghur Muslims, and the future of the Gaza Strip.
Grammar Minute: How to Capitalize Titles
Hint: It's not just the first word. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Men's Basketball: Hillsdale vs. Ashland, 03/04/25
Men's Basketball: Hillsdale vs. Ashland, 03/04/25 Gordie Lafontaine and Gabe Themar on the call for WRFH
Women's Basketball: Hillsdale vs. Cedarville, 03/04/25
Women's Basketball: Hillsdale vs. Cedarville, 03/04/25 Lewis Thune and Paden Hughes on the call for WRFH
Grammar Minute: A Bad Book Title
This book title is filled with grammar lessons. Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!
Wherefore Art Thou, Romeo?: Waiting and Dating
Should I wait for someone if they are in a period of discernment or ask to take a break? How long, if at all? Emily and Greg explore this through the question, do I wait for him/her?
The WRFH Interview: Cara Rogers Stevens
Cara Rogers Stevens, associate professor of history at Ashland University, sits down with WRFH's Lauren Bixler to discuss her book, Thomas Jefferson and the Fight against Slavery From 03/04/25.
Wherefore Art Thou, Romeo?: Perfectionism
Emily and Greg discuss the topic of perfectionism in the relationship process. Does everything have to be perfect before you start dating or get married? How much money do I need in order to succeed in this? These and more are part of the discussion on perfectionism.
Word to the Wise: Awkward
don't be nice. Be kind
Hart on the Hill: Spending, Sanity, and Secrets
This week, Micah Hart discusses USAID, Trump's first cabinet meeting, a new book about President Biden's decline, and more!
Off the Trails: Skiing > School
Join Nicole Sighiartau and Storm Drexler as they discuss their wildest experiences in the great outdoors! This week they have Bowie Drexler on to share some skiing stories from Bowie and Storm's recent ski trip.
Astro Minute: Coming to Skies Near You: A Total Lunar Eclipse
On March 13th, North American viewers will be treated to a total lunar eclipse. Learn more on today's episode of Astro Minute!
Classical Context: Swan Lake, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Back with another Tchaikovsky ballet, the music of Swan Lake presents a different side to Tchaikovsky’s masterful weaving of narrative and music…
Grammar Minute: The "Enormity" of These Headlines
The Grammar Hall of Shame returns with this classic--and hilarious--word choice error.
Lazy Susan: Kennedy’s HHS and Musk’s Role
Lewis and Paden recap Robert F. Kennedy’s Jr.’s first week as HHS Secretary, and the meaning of Elon Musk in Trump’s first cabinet meeting. Week of February 24.
Under the Radar: Episode 4
This week on “Under the Radar,” hear about the President's latest efforts to cut the federal bureaucracy, a Supreme Court case about reverse discriminatio, a case that will define what free speech means in public schools, and more. I’m your host, Luke Miller, and on this show we’ll cover the news you didn’t catch this week from the mainstream media. While they’re covering the President’s latest tweets, here you can hear about the new legislation, executive orders, and Supreme Court decisions tha...
Undetected: Operation Anthropoid.
Megan and Alessia dive into the story of Operation Anthropoid, two commandos' plot to assassinate Reinhard Heydrich.
Old Ballgame: The Player's League
A look at one of the successful — or unsuccessful — revolts in baseball history.
Grammar Minute: Are Contractions Acceptable in Formal Writing?
You cannot be too careful ... or can you? Learn more on today's episode of Grammar Minute!