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Megan Wagner, college councilor at Lake Country Classical Academy in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss what parents and teachers should know about college applications, how to tell if a college is right for you, and the kind of activities that college admissions boards look for in students. Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about enforcing the law that could ban TikTok in the United States. First on the show is David Dunmoyer, Associate Vice President of Campaigns at the Texas Public Policy Foundation. Later, we hear from Joe Lancaster, an assistant editor at Reason. You can find David on X at @DDDunmoyer and Joe at @JoeRLancaster.

Zak Dombrowski, upper school humanities teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden, Colorado, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how teachers can help students celebrate Constitution Day, where to find resources for civic education, and how the Declaration of Independence informs the Constitution. Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here are 3 big things you need to know—   One — Border czar Tom Homan says there will be more workplace immigration raids like the one at a Georgia Hyundai plant last week.  Homan's comments come after Immigrations and Customs Enforcement agents arrested hundreds of people Thursday at the electric battery plant, most of whom were South Koreans here illegally.   Two ---  The trial for the man accused of attempting to assassinate President Trump starts today in Florida. Jury selection in Ryan Routh's trial at the federal courthouse in Fort Pierce is scheduled to get underway.  Earlier this summer, a judge ruled Routh can defend himself, after advising him against it. Routh is accused of staking out Trump for 12 hours with a rifle on Trump's golf course in September 2024. And number three ---    A Michigan State Police helicopter crew is credited with rescuing a California woman who got lost in Pigeon River State Forest while competing in a YouTube survival challenge.  Officials say she was reported missing early Saturday before being spotted by the aircraft's camera later that morning.

Here are 3 big things you need to know—   One — President Trump thinks there will be a truce deal soon between Israel and Hamas. Earlier Sunday, Trump issued what he called his last warning to Hamas, urging the Palestinian militant group to accept a deal with Israel to release hostages from Gaza.  Trump said Sunday on Truth Social that the Israelis have accepted his terms and it's for Hamas to do the same.   Two ---  Maryland Governor Wes Moore says he's ruling out a presidential run in 2028.  Moore made the comment during an appearance on NBC's Meet the Press, saying that he's excited about serving a full term.  The Democratic governor has been floated as a potential contender for the White House. And number three ---   Hawaii is bracing for Hurricane Kiko as it approaches the islands as a major Category Three storm.  Maui and the Big Island are still expecting strong winds, heavy rain, high surf and possible flooding starting today.

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Here are 3 big things you need to know—   One — President Trump appeared to once again threaten sending troops to Chicago for a widespread immigration and crime crackdown similar to that seen recently in Los Angeles. On Sunday, the president told reporters at the White House that his administration is not "going to war" in Chicago, instead they're working to clean up our cities.   Two ---  Two lucky lottery winners will split the second biggest jackpot in Powerball history. Two tickets were sold in Missouri and Texas that matched all six numbers in Saturday's drawing for a grand prize of nearly two-billion dollars. Powerball officials say there were also some tickets that matched five of the six numbers, and those are worth at least one-million dollars. And number three ---   Chrysler parent company Stellantis is recalling over 91-thousand Jeep Grand Cherokee hybrids in the U.S. due to a software malfunction.  Some Plug-In Hybrid models from 2022 to 2026 may have an overloading of the battery pack control module microprocessor causing it to reset. The unexpected loss of propulsion can cause a car crash without prior warning.   

Here are 3 big things you need to know—   One — The White House says President Trump will rename the Department of Defense the Department of War. Fox News reports Trump will sign an executive order today that renames the D-O-D.  Congress created the War Department in 1789, but it was renamed the Department of Defense by President Truman in 1949.   Two ---  Operations at Alligator Alcatraz in Florida can resume.  The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals has granted the state and federal government's request for a stay during the appellate process.  It blocks a Miami federal judge's preliminary injunction to stop any new construction and detainees from being brought into the migrant detention facility in the Everglades.  And number three ---   The president of Northwestern University is resigning from the post after finding himself at odds with the Trump administration. Michael issued a statement reflecting on his experience and said he has decided that now is the right time for new leadership to guide Northwestern into its next chapter. Schill is expected to remain in his role until the university finds an interim president.

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Here are 3 big things you need to know—   One — President Trump is calling on the Supreme Court to quickly hear an appeal on his tariffs, after a lower court ruled that most of them are illegal.  A federal appeals court ruled last week that Trump had exceeded his authority imposing steep levies on nearly every country.  According to the filings, Trump is asking the justices to hear arguments on the case in early November.   Two ---  Former President Joe Biden recently had Mohs surgery, according to a Biden spokesperson. Mohs surgery is a common procedure used to treat skin cancer. Biden was recently spotted around Delaware with a bandage on his head. And number three ---   The Army is extending orders for the Washington, D.C., National Guard to remain on active duty in the nation's capital through Nov. 30. That's according to ABC News. President Donald Trump could still cut the mission shorter than Nov. 30, if desired, or extend the deployment past that date. That essentially leaves the deployment open-ended for now.  

Scot Bertram sits down with Rep. Tim Walberg (MI-5), a leading conservative voice in Congress and member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee as well as the House Education and the Workforce Committee. They discuss the GOP's expanded probes into antisemitism at UCLA and UCSF medical schools, why it matters, how deep the bias runs in higher education, and what Republicans in Congress are doing to hold these institutions accountable.

Here are 3 big things you need to know—   One — The Trump administration taking Boston to court over its immigration policies.  On Thursday the Department of Justice filed suit against the city's Democratic Mayor Michelle Wu.  The DOJ alleges Boston's policies that limit cooperation between police and federal immigration authorities violate the law.  In response, Wu accused the administration of pursuing an authoritarian agenda.   Two ---  The Trump administration is scrapping a Biden-era proposal requiring airlines to pay passengers for long delays, including up to 700 dollars for extended waits.  The Transportation Department says the move aligns with administration priorities and is also weighing whether to roll back a rule forcing airlines to disclose service fees upfront. And number three ---   U.S. Senate candidate Mike Rogers says Detroit's Mayor needs to call President Trump to get federal troops patrolling Motown.  The Republican former congressman says Detroit is a hub for violent crime and soars above the national average for murder, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault.  A city of Detroit spokesman counters Rogers, saying carjackings in Detroit have fallen 90-percent from 2013.

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Allison Postell, assistant professor of philosophy at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how we develop habits, the Aristotelian understanding of habit, and how to break bad habits. Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Here are 3 big things you need to know—   One — President Trump's border czar says plans are in motion for a major deportation push in Chicago.  Tom Homan says officials are discussing using Naval Station Great Lakes near North Chicago to house a large group of ICE agents after Labor Day.  He says Chicago is being targeted due to ongoing crime issues and its status as a sanctuary city.   Two ---  The man caught on video throwing a sandwich at a federal agent in Washington, DC is now facing a misdemeanor assault charge.  The office of U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro announced the charge Thursday, a day after it failed to get a grand jury felony indictment.  Video of Sean Dunn throwing a sub sandwich at the Border Patrol officer has gone viral.   And number three ---  The Atlanta Journal-Constitution will be ending its print edition. After more than 150 years in business, the publisher announced that the paper will embrace its digital future following an to email subscribers informing them December 31st will mark the very last printed edition.  

Here are 3 big things you need to know—   One — A group of Democratic governors is criticizing the Trump administration's efforts to deploy National Guard troops in major cities.  In a joint statement Thursday, 19 governors called the efforts an alarming abuse of power.  They claim Trump has cut funding for law enforcement and undermined the authority of governors over their states' National Guards.    Two ---  Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook is filing a lawsuit after President Trump's attempt to fire her.  The suit is the start of a legal battle between the two sides that will likely end up in front of the Supreme Court.  It follows a Justice Department criminal investigation into the board governor after she was accused of making false statements on home mortgage applications.    And number three ---  Today marks 20 years since Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast. It was one of the costliest and deadliest storms ever to strike the United States. Katrina was responsible for nearly 1,400 deaths and caused $125 billion in damage. Two days after landfall, more than 80% of New Orleans was flooded due to levee failures.

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Here are 3 big things you need to know—   One — The White House says Illinois Governor JB Pritzker should be asking for help with controlling crime in Chicago.  Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said Chicago's crime rate is Pritzker's legacy.  President Trump has talked about possibly conducting a similar crime crackdown in Chicago like the one in Washington, D.C. Two ---  The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage slipped this week to its lowest level in 10 months, though it remains close to where it's been in recent weeks. The long-term rate eased to 6.56% from 6.58% last week. A year ago, the rate averaged 6.35%. Elevated mortgage rates have added to a slump in the U.S. housing market that began in early 2022.   And number three ---   Former Major League Baseball star Mark Teixeira is running for Congress in Texas.  He once played for the Texas Rangers before finishing is career in New York with the Yankees.  The self-described "lifelong conservative" he's ready to defend President Trump's America First agenda. 

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Here are 3 big things you need to know—   One — Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy will announce action today against three states over English language tests for truck drivers.  The move comes after an Indian immigrant truck driver was charged for killing three people in a Florida crash. Transportation chief Sean Duffy says the man could only identify one out of four road signs shown to him in a test after the crash.   Two ---   Indiana Republican lawmakers are planning to meet with President Trump at the White House today.  Reports say although Tuesday's event was pre-planned to discuss the President's agenda, the topic of redistricting will no doubt come up.  Indiana may become the next state to re-draw it's congressional maps ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.   And number three ---   The Fiscal Year 2026 Michigan state budget still has not been introduced in the legislature and budget talks are scheduled to continue today between the governor and leaders of the state House and Senate.  Governor Gretchen Whitmer wouldn't confirm an economic trip is planned for next month to Japan, but did say she is always available to negotiate the budget regardless of where she is.  Whitmer says missing the September 30 deadline to get the budget done and prevent a government shutdown on October 1 will not do anyone good.

Here are 3 big things you need to know—   One — The four-year anniversary of the deadly terror attack during the U.S. withdrawal of Afghanistan was marked by President Trump.  He hosted the Gold Star families of the soldiers killed by the suicide attack at the White House.  Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was also on hand, and said an investigation into the Afghanistan pull-out directed by former President Biden continues.   Two ---   The Michigan Secretary of State's Office says overseas military personnel and citizens will be able to vote online this fall.  The Electronic Delivery and Return Portal will be available September 15th and was developed with the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act.  Previously, people who voted outside of the U.S. had to mail in absentee ballots.   And number three ---   Cracker Barrel is responding after uproar over its logo redesign.  The restaurant chain changed its beloved logo to remove Uncle Herschel sitting in a rocking chair, but the company says its "old timer" will still be on its menu, road signs, and inside its country store.  While Cracker Barrel also announced that new dishes are joining the restaurant's staple items, they say customers can still expect the same hard work and scratch-cooked food. 

Here are 3 big things you need to know—   One — The White House is touting over one-thousand arrests since deploying Guard troops across the nation's capital earlier this month.  According to the White House, 111 firearms have been seized, six known gang members have been arrested, and 49 homeless encampments have been cleared by the multi-agency teams.  At this time, it is unclear when the federal police presence will be scaled back in the district.   Two ---   Gas prices are expected to remain low for Labor Day weekend travelers.  AAA says the national average for a gallon of regular should stay below last year's average of three dollars and 33 cents, and should remain low for the rest of the summer as long as Gulf Coast refineries are not hit by hurricanes.    And number three ---   Plus-sized customers will soon have to deal with a new seating policy on Southwest Airlines.  According to the airline, larger passengers who cannot be accommodated in a single plane seat will be required to purchase a second seat ahead of time and can then request a refund after the flight. The changes are part of Southwest's broader shift to assigned seating.

David Yu, dean of students at Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado in Windsor, Colorado, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss how mathematics helps students develop a moral compass, how to create a sense of wonder in the classroom, and how to prioritize the Good, True, and Beautiful in education. Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jenny Mulvey, fourth grade teacher at Golden View Classical Academy in Golden, Colorado, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss maintaining a rich and well-ordered classroom, engaging students in their work, and setting up your classroom to prevent needless distraction. Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hillsdale College Radio General Manager and Radio Free Hillsdale Hour host Scot Bertram fills in for Jim on Tuesday's 3 Martini Lunch. Join Scot and Greg as they cover the political comeback of former Ohio Sen. Sherrod Brown, furious left-wing reactions to President Trump federalizing the D.C. police, a new poll exposing a sharp partisan divide over pride in America, and troubling consequences from legalizing marijuana.First, after a quick discussion about Sherrod Brown running for U.S. Senate again, they highlight former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi blaming Pres. Trump for not activating the National Guard before the January 6th riots, the former U.S. Capitol Police Chief slams Pelosi for denying his request for National Guard forces leading up to that day. They also rip Peter Baker of the New York Times for claiming DC has a "non-existent crime crisis."Next, they examine a Cygnal poll revealing that 63 percent of Americans believe the nation is worth celebrating as it nears its 250th birthday. But the numbers split sharply along party lines. 89 percent of Republicans agree, compared to just 37 percent of Democrats. Scot and Greg try to explain why the difference is so stark.Finally, they groan over the menace that legalized marijuana is to our society. A New York Times report reveals that weed gummies are sending thousands of small kids going to the hospital. In fact, kids were 75 percent of the 22,000 people taken to the hospital for marijuana-related health problems in 2024 . Scot and Greg rip the greedy politicians who made pot legal and point out the threat marijuana presents to public safety and overall quality of life in a community.Please visit our great sponsors:Sleep on an award-winning mattress from Brooklyn Bedding. Get 30% off sitewide at https://BrooklynBedding.com with promo code 3ML, and don't forget to mention our show after checkout!No missed calls, no missed customers with OpenPhone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at https://Openphone.com/3mlIf your business can't adapt in real-time, you're in a world of hurt.  Get the free e-book “Navigating Global Trade: 3 Insights for Leaders” from NetSuite by Oracle.  Download today at https://NetSuite.com/MARTINI

Hillsdale College Radio General Manager and Radio Free Hillsdale Hour host Scot Bertram fills in for Jim on Tuesday's 3 Martini Lunch. Join Scot and Greg as they cover the political comeback of former Ohio Sen. Sherrod Brown, furious left-wing reactions to President Trump federalizing the D.C. police, a new poll exposing a sharp partisan […]

Hillsdale College Radio General Manager and Radio Free Hillsdale Hour host Scot Bertram fills in for Jim on Thursday's 3 Martini Lunch. Join Scot and Greg as they thoroughly enjoy the left's hypocrisy and letting the truth slip over the redistricting fight. They also react to President Trump placing the DC police under federal control and the left trying to regain control over news narratives through the attention extraction tax.First, they dismantle the blatant hypocrisy of New York Gov. Kathy Hochul and Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker as they refuse to acknowledge their own aggressive gerrymandering. Scot and Greg also highlight former Rep. Beto O'Rourke openly admitting the fight is about raw political power, and former Attorney General Eric Holder urging Democrats to weaponize redistricting in blue states, seizing power under the guise of “saving democracy” before supposedly ending the practice altogether.Next, they react to President Trump placing the Washington, D.C, police under federal control, citing a state of emergency over crime. Greg is torn over this because he does not like the idea of the federal government taking more control over things but he also admits the DC government has been both unable and unwilling to get serious about fighting crime.  Scot says people have said for decades that something needs to be done about crime in D.C. and Trump is finally doing something about it.Finally, they laugh at a Boston Globe column bemoaning the end of taxpayer funding for PBS and NPR and calling for a new online entity that people can go to for factual information about prominent political and policy issues. In short, it's just another avenue for the left to regain the power to shape news narratives. And this would all be paid for by the Orwellian "Attention Extraction Tax."Please visit our great sponsors:Sleep on an award-winning mattress from Brooklyn Bedding. Get 30% off sitewide at https://BrooklynBedding.com with promo code 3ML, and don't forget to mention our show after checkout!No missed calls, no missed customers with OpenPhone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at https://Openphone.com/3mlIf your business can't adapt in real-time, you're in a world of hurt.  Get the free e-book “Navigating Global Trade: 3 Insights for Leaders” from NetSuite by Oracle.  Download today at https://NetSuite.com/MARTINI

Hillsdale College Radio General Manager and Radio Free Hillsdale Hour host Scot Bertram fills in for Jim on Thursday's 3 Martini Lunch. Join Scot and Greg as they thoroughly enjoy the left's hypocrisy and letting the truth slip over the redistricting fight. They also react to President Trump placing the DC police under federal control and […]

Ian Nugent, assistant principal and philosophy teacher at Atlanta Classical Academy in Atlanta, Georgia, and Aaron Schepps, upper school principal and literature teacher at Atlanta Classical Academy in Atlanta, Georgia, join host Scot Bertram to discuss how to build mission-driven extracurricular for students, how to gauge the success of extracurricular activities, and some activities that schools can implement. Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hillsdale College Radio General Manager and Radio Free Hillsdale Hour host Scot Bertram fills in for Jim on Thursday's edition of the 3 Martini Lunch. Join Scot and Greg as they dissect the left's increasingly outlandish arguments over Texas congressional redistricting, highlight new research showing students benefit from phone-free classrooms, and react to reports that Howard Stern may soon retire.First, they sit in disbelief as a Texas Democrat, who is currently on the lam in Illinois, compares the congressional redistricting fight to the Holocaust. They also chide CNN's Jake Tapper for saying Republicans abuse redistricting far more than Democrats and explain why Republicans feel confident creating new districts heavily populated with Hispanic voters who voted for Democrats until fairly recently.Next, they dig into a new study showing that students do better in school when they don't have their phones in class with them. The research also finds that students support the phone restrictions once they experience them and enjoy more real-life interaction with their peers.Finally, they discuss reports that Howard Stern may soon end his lucrative partnership with Sirius/XM. They review Stern's evolution from supposedly fearless shock jock to a pathetic, pandering leftist. Scot also explains why he believes Stern is overrated in the area where most people give him the highest compliments.Please visit our great sponsors:Talk it out, with Betterhelp. Our listeners get 10% off their first month at https://BetterHelp.com/3MLUpgrade your skincare routine with Caldera Lab and see the difference.  Visit https://CalderaLab.com/3ML and use code 3ML at checkout for 20% off your first order.Support your health with Dose Daily.  Save 25% on your first month when you subscribe at https://DoseDaily.co/3ML or enter code 3ML at checkout. 

Hillsdale College Radio General Manager and Radio Free Hillsdale Hour host Scot Bertram fills in for Jim on Thursday's edition of the 3 Martini Lunch. Join Scot and Greg as they dissect the left's increasingly outlandish arguments over Texas congressional redistricting, highlight new research showing students benefit from phone-free classrooms, and react to reports that […]

Hillsdale College Radio General Manager and Radio Free Hillsdale Hour host Scot Bertram fills in for Jim on Thursday's 3 Martini Lunch. Join Scot and Greg as they discuss California Democrats having to accept the truth on energy, Sen. Elizabeth Warren enthusiastically endorsing the socialist agenda of Zohran Mamdani, and Jim Acosta "interviewing" the bot of a student killed in a school shooting.First, they dig into California Gov. Gavin Newsom's retreat from his aggressive green agenda. After years of vilifying oil companies and pushing to end fossil fuel use, Newsom is now trying to keep refineries open and even expand drilling. Scot and Greg explain the truth about the scope of our energy needs and the only realistic ways they will be met anytime soon.Next, they react to Sen. Elizabeth Warren backing far-left New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani. She not only praises his socialist platform on housing, child care, and food prices but also claims his message is what Democrats should embrace nationwide. Scot and Greg unpack what “affordable” really means under progressive policies and how big government failures continue to pile up in America's largest cities.Finally, they recoil at former CNN anchor Jim Acosta's podcast “interview” with an AI version of Joaquin Oliver, a student killed in the 2018 Parkland school shooting. Acosta used the bot to advocate for greater gun control. Scot and Greg discuss the many ethical problems with this disturbing spectacle.Please visit our great sponsors:Talk it out, with Betterhelp. Our listeners get 10% off their first month at https://BetterHelp.com/3MLUpgrade your skincare routine with Caldera Lab and see the difference.  Visit https://CalderaLab.com/3ML and use code 3ML at checkout for 20% off your first order.Support your health with Dose Daily.  Save 25% on your first month when you subscribe at https://DoseDaily.co/3ML or enter code 3ML at checkout. 

Hillsdale College Radio General Manager and Radio Free Hillsdale Hour host Scot Bertram fills in for Jim on Thursday's 3 Martini Lunch. Join Scot and Greg as they discuss California Democrats having to accept the truth on energy, Sen. Elizabeth Warren enthusiastically endorsing the socialist agenda of Zohran Mamdani, and Jim Acosta “interviewing” the bot of […]

Hillsdale College Radio General Manager and Radio Free Hillsdale Hour host Scot Bertram fills in for Jim on Thursday's 3 Martini Lunch. Join Scot and Greg as they dive into Texas Democrats fleeing the state over congressional redistricting, the Republican U.S. Senate primary heating up in Georgia, and The New York Times whining about the return of the Presidential Physical Fitness Test.First, they blast Texas Democrats for their blatant hypocrisy as members of the state legislature flee to Illinois in an effort to block a new congressional map that favors Republicans. Scot and Greg dig into the absurd comments made by Texas Democrats, and they thoroughly relish that Dems went to Illinois, home of the worst gerrymandering in the nation - by Democrats.Next, they analyze the GOP U.S. Senate primary in Georgia, as Gov. Brian Kemp successfully recruits former college football coach Derek Dooley into the race. Two Republican congressmen are also vying for the nomination and actively courting President Trump's endorsement. Scot hopes Kemp and Trump will unite behind a single candidate to boost Republican chances. Greg wishes that were the case, but he expects Trump to back one of the lawmakers, setting up a very intense primary.Finally, they sigh as a New York Times news article suggests President Trump bringing back the Presidential Physical Fitness test "revives painful memories" for people who struggled to do pull-ups in front of their classmates. Scot and Greg contend the test is a good step in trying to get kids to be more physically active and that not doing well in certain areas should be motivation to get better.Please visit our great sponsors:Talk it out, with Betterhelp. Our listeners get 10% off their first month at https://BetterHelp.com/3MLUpgrade your skincare routine with Caldera Lab and see the difference.  Visit https://CalderaLab.com/3ML and use code 3ML at checkout for 20% off your first order.Support your health with Dose Daily.  Save 25% on your first month when you subscribe at https://DoseDaily.co/3ML or enter code 3ML at checkout. 

Hillsdale College Radio General Manager and Radio Free Hillsdale Hour host Scot Bertram fills in for Jim on Thursday's 3 Martini Lunch. Join Scot and Greg as they dive into Texas Democrats fleeing the state over congressional redistricting, the Republican U.S. Senate primary heating up in Georgia, and The New York Times whining about the return […]

Kimberly Miller, librarian at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale, Michigan, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the importance of outdoor activities to pedagogy, how outdoor spaces help spark the imagination and creativity of children, and book recommendations for outdoor story time. Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guests: Victor Davis Hanson & Oren Cass First, we hear excerpts from Victor Davis Hanson’s address on the subject of living an honorable and virtuous life, given at Hillsdale College's 2025 commencement ceremonies. Hanson is the Wayne and Marcia Buske Distinguished Fellow in History at Hillsdale College and senior fellow at the Hoover Institution. And host Scot Bertram talks with Oren Cass, chief economist at American Compass, about the reappraisal of free market ideas on the American right and the new American Compass essay collection The New Conservatives: Restoring America's Commitment to Family, Community, and Industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Peterson, Assistant Director of Curriculum at Hillsdale College's K-12 Education Office, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the history of American education, the ideological basis for progressive education, and the roots of classical education. Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Future of Freedom, host Scot Bertram is joined by two guests with different viewpoints about the Trump administrations' handling of immigration enforcement. First on the show is J.D. Tuccille, a former managing editor of Reason.com and current contributing editor. Later, we hear from Mark Krikorian, Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies. You can find J.D. on X at @JD_Tuccille and Mark at @MarkSKrikorian.

Stephen Shipp, headmaster at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss Seven Oaks winning The Henry Salvatori Prize for Excellence in Teaching, encouraging firm and kind leadership, and developing an excellent school culture. Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Abigail Teska, art teacher at Seven Oaks Classical School in Ellettsville, Indiana, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss summertime art instruction, simple and meaningful art activities, and how families can engage with great works of art over the summer. Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scot Bertram talks with Tim Graham, Executive Editor of NewsBusters and Director of Media Analysis at the Media Research Center, about the media's coverage of the Texas flooding and the attempt by some outlets—most notably George Stephanopoulos and Dana Bash—to link the disaster to former President Trump. Graham highlights the blatant bias at play and explains how narrative-driven reporting is shaping public perception of natural disasters.

Scot Bertram talks with Dan McLaughlin, senior writer at National Review Online and fellow at the National Review Institute, to break down a recent district court ruling that says Congress lacks the power to restrict funding for Planned Parenthood. McLaughlin unpacks the legal reasoning behind the decision, its implications for congressional authority, and what it could mean for future battles over federal spending.

Scot Bertram is joined by Ron Rademacher—travel writer, author, speaker, storyteller, and self-proclaimed expert in getting lost on Michigan's back roads—for a lively conversation about hidden gems, off-the-beaten-path adventures, and the unique charm of small-town Michigan. Rademacher shares stories from his travels and offers tips for discovering the state in a whole new way. MichiganBackRoads.com

Here are 3 big things you need to know—    One — The State Department says someone used an AI-generated voice of Secretary of State Marco Rubio to contact U.S. and foreign officials.  The person contacted three foreign ministers and two U.S. officials in mid-June via the Signal messaging app and left voicemails for at least two of them.    Two ---  Michigan Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt is calling for the federal government to investigate a growing scandal involving the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.  The MEDC gave a 20-million-dollar grant to Fay Beydoun, an associate of Governor Whitmer, and she is accused of misusing the money.  Nesbitt says official email records show she communicated directly with Whitmer's office to obtain the grant, and top MEDC officials not only knew about the arrangement, but also attempted to hide and withhold evidence from investigators.    And number three ---   The largest earthquake swarm in 16 years has rumbled under Mt. Rainier in Washington State.  Hundreds of small earthquakes were felt across a wide area of the mountain.  The U.S. Geological Survey says the earthquakes alone aren't cause for concern.  There's no other unusual activity on the mountain. 

Przemyslaw Grzesiak, physical education teacher at Hillsdale Academy in Hillsdale, Michigan, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss summertime physical education instruction, how to encourage the spirit of competition, and how to get a workout on a rainy day. Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hillsdale College Radio General Manager and Radio Free Hillsdale Hour host Scot Bertram fills in for Jim on Thursday's 3 Martini Lunch. Join Scot and Greg as they assess the Supreme Court's ruling on Planned Parenthood and your tax dollars, a radical government overhaul proposal from a Democratic congressman, and whether the Democrats will mimic Mamdani in the 2026 midterms and beyond.First, they discuss the U.S. Supreme Court's 6-3 decision allowing South Carolina to exclude Planned Parenthood from where it spends Medicaid dollars. Scot and Greg react to the decision, explain why it makes sense, and note the incredibly biased way these politically-charged rulings are covered in the media. Next, they shake their heads as Illinois Rep. Sean Casten proposes adding 12 at-large U.S. Senate seat decided in a national popular vote, which would also add 12 votes to the Electoral College. He also wants to increase the U.S. House of Representatives by 250 seats, and "rebalance" the Supreme Court by creating a "13-judge multi-circuit panel" that would decide any cases where the U.S. government or a federal agency is a party.Finally, they spotlight the Democrats who avoided Zohran Mamdani's extremism before the election but now rush to align with him. Scot and Greg explore whether Mamdani's far-left agenda will become a blueprint for Democrats heading into the 2026 midterms and beyond.Please visit our great sponsors:It's free, online, and easy to start—no strings attached. Enroll in American Foreign Policy  with Hillsdale College. Visit https://Hillsdale.edu/MartiniFatty15 is on a mission to help you live healthier, longer.  Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to https://Fatty15.com/3ML and use code 3ML at checkout.

Hillsdale College Radio General Manager and Radio Free Hillsdale Hour host Scot Bertram fills in for Jim on Thursday's 3 Martini Lunch. Join Scot and Greg as they assess the Supreme Court's ruling on Planned Parenthood and your tax dollars, a radical government overhaul proposal from a Democratic congressman, and whether the Democrats will mimic Mamdani […]