Sinopsis
Podcast by Student Content
Episodios
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Why I Am not Going To Buy A Computer Pt. 3
29/06/2022 Duración: 04minListen to this episode to learn more about the letters Berry received when the public found out about his refusal to buy a computer. Berry responds to these letters, further justifying his decision and standing his ground.
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The Writing On The Wall
29/06/2022 Duración: 03minIn this episode, we explain the meaning and history behind the saying, "the writing on the wall".
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You Can't Have Your Cake And Eat It Too
22/06/2022 Duración: 03minDid 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 impact than one may think. Listen to this episode to hear the full story.
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Why I Am not Going To Buy A Computer Pt. 2
22/06/2022 Duración: 04minIn 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.
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Douglas MacKinnon: The 56
21/06/2022 Duración: 20minDouglas MacKinnon is a former White House and Pentagon official and bestselling author working with other former government officials to establish a Foundation to preserve the history and protect the reputations of our Founding Fathers. His latest book is "The 56: Liberty Lessons From Those Who Risked All to Sign The Declaration of Independence"
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Rep. Andrew Fink: June 20, 2022
20/06/2022 Duración: 21minState Rep. Andrew Fink discusses the recent assassination attempt on Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh, the upcoming primary election for state representative coming up in August, and more.
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I Love You A Bushel And A Peck
17/06/2022 Duración: 03minYou 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.
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Why I Am not Going To Buy A Computer pt. 1
17/06/2022 Duración: 04minIn this episode we read the first few paragraphs of one of Berry's best essays.
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Sen. Mike Shirkey: June 16, 2022
16/06/2022 Duración: 09minMichigan State Sen. Mike Shirkey, also Senate Majority Leader, joins WRFH to discuss a possible income tax cut, the gubernatorial race, and more.
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Interview: John Staddon, June 13, 2022
13/06/2022 Duración: 20minJohn Staddon, professor of psychology and biology at Duke University, discusses his book, Science in an Age of Unreason.
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That's All She Wrote
07/06/2022 Duración: 03minWe 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 this episode to find out.
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The Country Of Marriage
07/06/2022 Duración: 04minIn this episode, we read the first five stanzas of Wendell Berry's poem, "The Country of Marriage".
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Rep. Andrew Fink: June 6, 2022
07/06/2022 Duración: 22minRep. Andrew Fink discusses the Republican candidates for Michigan governor, a new law that records impoundment within 24 hours, Governor Whitmer's suggested compromise about rising gas prices, and more.
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Manifesto: The Mad Farmer Liberation Front
03/06/2022 Duración: 04min"Manifesto: The Mad Farmer Liberation Front" is a poem written by Berry that contains wisdom applicable to the old and young.
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A Timbered Choir
03/06/2022 Duración: 04minIn 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.
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Saved By The Bell
03/06/2022 Duración: 03minIn 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.
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Hit The Hay
03/06/2022 Duración: 03minIn this episode, you will learn the history and meaning behind the saying, "hit the hay".
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Samuel Witcham Interview
03/06/2022 Duración: 22minSamuel Witcham Jr., former professor of military history and historical geography and author of over 40 books, discusses his newest book, The Encyclopedia of Confederate Generals.