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The Hillsdale College Online Courses Podcast

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A Christmas Carol
Capitalism
Constitution
Totalitarianism
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1984
C.S. Lewis
American Founding
Communism
Education
The Federalist
American Citizenship
Charles Dickens
American Foreign Policy
Genesis
Exodus
Israelites
Christmas
Federalist Papers

Hillsdale College was founded in 1844 with a mission to provide "all who wish to learn" the education necessary to preserve the civil and religious liberties of America. This Podcast, hosted by Hillsdale Online Learning Directors Kyle Murnen and Juan Davalos, expands that mission to a whole new audience. The Hillsdale Online Courses Podcast brings free, full online courses to your podcast feed, wi... more

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On this episode of The Hillsdale College Online Courses Podcast, Jeremiah discusses the challenges that Eisenhower and Kennedy faced in a changing United States before introducing Wilfred McClay.

Americans have overcome many challenges throughout o... more

On this episode of The Hillsdale College Online Courses Podcast, Jeremiah and Juan discuss the enormity of World War II before introducing Wilfred McClay.

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On this episode of The Hillsdale College Online Courses Podcast, Jeremiah and Juan discuss the legacy of President Franklin Roosevelt before introducing Wilfred McClay.

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Recent Guests

Professor McClay
Professor featured in the lecture
Episode: The Great American Story: The Finest Hour
Dr. McClay
Historian and author of The Land of Hope, An Invitation to the Great American Story
Carnegie Mellon? (not stated) Hillsdale College
Episode: The Great American Story: The New Nation
Wilfred McClay
Historian and lecturer for The Great American Story series
Episode: The Great American Story: The Revolution of Self-Rule
Wilfred Bill McClay
Professor of American history; author of Land of Hope
Hillsdale College
Episode: The Great American Story: Introduction
RJ Pestritto
Professor (guest explaining progressive view), Hillsdale College
Hillsdale College
Episode: Constitution 101: The Progressive Rejection of the Founding
Tom West
Lecturer for Constitution 101
Hillsdale College
Episode: Constitution 101: Property, Morality, and Religion
Dr. Larry Arn
President of Hillsdale College
Hillsdale College
Episode: Constitution 101: The Theory of the Declaration and the Constitution
RJ Pastrito
Professor of Politics at Hillsdale College and Dean of the Graduate School of Statesmanship
Hillsdale College
Episode: The Federalist: Publius and The Federalist
Juan Davalos
Online Learning Director at Hillsdale College
Hillsdale College
Episode: Totalitarian Novels: History and Language in 1984

Hosts

Kyle Murnen
Director of Hillsdale Online Learning; co-host focusing on course delivery and program framing
Juan Davalos
Director of Hillsdale Online Learning; co-host and on-site liaison for course content and guest coordination
Jeremiah Regan
On-air host guiding discussions; broad role across Hillsdale Online Courses Podcast

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 678 ratings
  • Thank you, Hillsdale College!

    This is one of the most informative podcasts I have ever heard. The combined knowledge of the staff of Hillsdale College is incalculable, and for them to be generous and humble enough to share that with the world through this format is such a blessing. A mere thank you to everyone involved falls short of what we owe to them for their efforts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jamessnevets
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excellent podcasting

    I have enjoyed Hillsdale Online Courses for nigh on a decade. I really enjoy the podcasts as I am able to multitask while listening. The online works, also, but I cannot multitask because I have to do subject matter tests. The programs on Marxism, socialism and Communism, as well as the Totalitarian Novels, are must listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CA1955ma
    United States10 months ago
  • Curious- thanks

    Just listened to the course on capitalism. I love learning in this format. Thank you! Suggestion for future podcast courses: Hmm- I love economics and history, but also science- how about a human health course?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Too old for college
    United Statesa year ago
  • Light

    Thanks for shining a bright light of truth in a world of leftist darkness!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DavidD7963
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thoughtful and deep “free” higher education

    These podcasts make it easy to learn core concepts of liberal education. Hoping to see the courses on Lewis or philosophy and theology soon!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Me2345qwerty
    United Statesa year ago

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Guests are well-credentialed historians and educators.
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Constitution 101: The Progressive Rejection of the Founding
Q: What are its core ideas?
Progressivism seeks to move beyond the founders' framework by enlarging the national government to address modern social and economic problems, embracing historical contingency, and trusting experts and institutions to manage policy in ways that aim for greater equality and efficiency, even at the cost of strict adherence to natural rights principles.
American Foreign Policy: Retrench or Expand?
Q: What were the implications of the 9/11 attacks on American foreign policy?
The attacks settled the debate between those favoring a restraining foreign policy versus those advocating for a more interventionist approach, leading to a shift in U.S. policy towards greater involvement.
American Foreign Policy: Retrench or Expand?
Q: What should America do now in the post-Cold War era?
The episode discusses two camps: one advocating a return to historical American practice with reduced overseas commitments and another supporting the maintenance of America's global leadership position.
The Federalist: The Courts and the Bill of Rights
Q: How are our rights protected by the courts?
Rights are protected through the courts by allowing citizens to challenge governmental actions that violate the Constitution, a process referred to as judicial review.
Totalitarian Novels: Loyalty and Confession in Darkness at Noon
Q: Is Rubashov correct in believing that the end justifies the means?
He believes the party's justification for actions is flawed as both the end and the means are misaligned.

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A history- and civics-focused series that presents Hillsdale College online courses in a podcast format with introductory commentary. Episodes center on foundational American ideas, constitutional principles, and key historical eras, often guided by two steady hosts and supplemented by renowned Hillsdale faculty and guest scholars. A recurring strength is rigorous, lecture-driven context on topics from the Founding to Progressive Era, with clear ties to classical liberal thought and contemporary applications for citizenship and public policy. The show stands out for offering free educational content from a college with a distinct conservative-leaning framing and for featuring recognizable historians and educators who ground discussions in p... more

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