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Today, Erika Kyba reads through the end of "Sic Transit Gloria Mundi," by Emily Dickinson. We begin to tie together the themes of moral bankruptcy, surface versus substance, and modernity, served with a slice of devilry.

Dr. Chris Netley joins Ella to explain the full scope of chiropractic care. It has many more benefits than most people realize, especially athletes. 

This week on What's in a Name, host Megan Pidcock discusses the originis and history of Anchorage, Alaska; the most populated city in one of America's most remote states.

Join Lilly Faye as she explains the country music scene of Cheyenne in relation to its rodeo and Wild West culture.

Emily and Greg are back and so is Adriana Azarian to continue their conversation on the effects and extremes of purity culture. With the depth and breadth of the topic, these three realize they will need to continue the conversation even after all they cover here. 

Join Greg and Emily as they welcome guest, Adriana Azarian, senior Politics major at Hillsdale College. These three dive into several heavier topics surrounding relationships including questions like, "what to do if he cheats," "how ought we to respond to the issue of pornography," and "what to do about the shame surrounding sex."

Emma and Sophia discuss an Evie article which questions why having a child at a young age is now considered so culturally shocking, in a world that claims woman are now independent and liberated. 

Join Ava and Alessia as they discuss exploding whales, the end of World War I, and more.

he Western Roman Empire fell in 476 A.D... or did it? Far to the northwest, along the beaches of Normandy, a single Roman army held out against the odds. This is the story of the Kingdom of Soisson.

This week on the Collegian Week in Review, hosts Catherin Maxwell, Alessia Sandala, and Megan Li first talk to Ellie Fromm about FIRE's decision to exclude Hillsdale College from their free speech rankings. Then, they talk to Moira Gleason about recent remarks made by Heritage president Kevin Roberts about an interview Tucker Carlson did with internet commentator Nick Fuentes. Finally, they talk to Thomas McKenna about the results of the Hillsdale mayoral election. 

Oklahoma and Texas stay alive, but the ACC implodes on itself. Week 11 looks ugly — Lewis, Marc, Patrick, and Paden assess the damage, and create a poll in the process.

This week on “Under the Radar,” hear about the arguments on the floor of the Supreme Court about President Trump’s tariffs, an executive order that shows the real strategy behind those tariffs, a Supreme Court case that requires honesty about one’s gender on passports, and more. 

Join Nicole Sighiartau and Storm Drexler as they discuss some of their wildest experiences in the great outdoors! This week they chat about their respective bucket lists and all the cool things they want to do and see before they kick the bucket. 

Nate and Storm chat with Josh Underwood about Beowulf, inter-dorm culture, and the military industrial complex's intersection with facial hair.

A chilling transformation is unfolding on America’s college campuses: nearly one in three students now say it is acceptable to resort to violence to silence controversial speakers — a record high. As institutions designed to educate and civilize, universities instead appear to be incubating the very intolerance and aggression they were meant to tame. This abrupt rise in acceptance of campus violence signals a direct threat not only to free speech, but to the civic foundations of democracy itself.

Garion Frankel, a doctoral scholar studying educational leadership at Texas A&M University, warns that America’s universities have l...

Elisabeth Elliot shares wisdom from her incredible life.

Today, Erika Kyba reads "Sic Transit Gloria Mundi," by Emily Dickinson, a witty societal critique dashed with a commentary how certain astronomical discoveries have altered the way we understand and behave towards the universe around us.

Join Hershey and Stephanie as they discuss the past and recent history of Affirmative Action cases at the Supreme Court.

Emma and Sophia discuss a recently formed club at NYC's "The New School," which claims to be organized for people with Luddite tendencies, and who come to free "the iPad babies."

Join Ava and Alessia as they dive into the world of espionage, the launch of Sputnik II, and more.

Hillsdale Academy presents 12 Angry Men on November 8, at 2pm and 7pm. Director Kathryn Wales and actors Zane Socha and Robert Whalen joins Emily Schutte and WRFH to preview the show. Tickets are available here.

This week on “Under the Radar,” hear about the Senate Resolution that would overturn all of President Trump’s tariffs, a court decision requiring the Trump administration to use emergency funds for to keep paying food stamps, another court decision permanently banning Trump’s order to require ID to vote, and more.

Nate and Storm chat with Dominic Taranto about swords, church history, and the Ohio Turnpike Popeyes.

LSU fires Brian Kelly, mass celebration ensues. Chokelahoma returns. Vandy and Cincy must survive on the road. Lewis, Marc, Patrick, and Paden break it down with minimal bloodshed.

Join Nicole Sighiartau and Storm Drexler as they discuss some of their wildest experiences in the great outdoors! This week they chat about Nicole's climbing adventure on Mt. Williamson with minimal food. 

This week on the Collegian Week in Review, hosts Catherine Maxwell, Alessia Sandala, and Megan Li first talk to Elijah Guevara about the recent Protestants vs. Catholics soccer game hosted by Campus Rec. Then, they talk to Christian Papillon about last weekend's football game. And finally, Catherine interviews Alessia about the future of a local homeless shelter.

On this episode of What's in a Name, host Megan Pidcock dives in to the infamous yet rich history of one of America's oldest cities, Salem, Massachusetts.

Junior Bella Walsh joins Ella to discuss her time on the National Figure Skating Team. She highlights her mental game and how her experience has helped her as a college student. 

Today, Erika Kyba reads "The Abyss," by Baudelaire, and attempts to explore the poet's terror of the infinite.

Emma and Sophia discuss whether boys are who perpetuate sexism and racism are becoming a norm again.

This week on Wherefore Art Thou, Romeo?, Greg and Emily continue discussing John Van Epp's getting-to-know-you, FACES, acronym. They move into 'E,' Examples of Other Relationships whether those be relationships with siblings, parents, and friends or previous romantic relationships.

Donald Trump won his second presidential race with the promise to put “America First.” Not only does this approach explain our domestic policy, it also guides our foreign policy.  Join Malia Thibado as she breaks down the three core tenants of what America First foreign policy means for us.

What if you had to clarify which United States you were from? This episode dives into the interesting and tragic tale of Archduke Franz Ferdinand II and his radical vision for the future of the Austro-Hungarian Empire.

This week on “Under the Radar,” hear about the failed effort in the Senate to pay essential federal workers during the government shutdown, a Supreme Court case that challenges same-sex marriage, a bill that requires the FCC to disclose which media companies are registered to enemy nations, and more.

Football: Hillsdale vs. Lake Erie, 10/25/25
Ted Fehringer and Ty Ruddy on the call for WRFH

Nate and Storm chat with Owen Johnson about firearm safety, fencing, and finding things to smile about.

3 more undefeated teams fall,  Cignetti gets paid before taking on Skipper and Jerry, Bear’s BYU can’t stop winning. The four men discuss: Lewis is confused, Patrick is concussed, Marc and Paden are numb.

On this episode of What's in a Name, host Megan Pidcock dives into meaning behind the name of the former capital of the Republic of Texas, Houston.

On this episode of Letter of the Law, host Megan Pidcock talks through the interesting history of an Alabama law that bans dressing up as religious clergy as a costume.

This week on the Collegian Week in Review, hosts Catherine Maxwell, Alessia Sandala, and Megan Li first talk to Collegian News Editor Ellie Fromm about Hillsdale College's absence from the recently released Wall Street Journal college rankings. Then, they talk to Collegian Editor-in-Chief Thomas McKenna about local restaurant Finish Line's recent change in ownership and the upcoming mayoral election. Next, they talk to Collegian Executive Editor Moira Gleason about the current state and future of Camp Hope, which the city recently tore down. Finally, they talk to Collegian Assistant Editor Christian Papillon about Simpson Dorm culture and Hillsdale alum...