Guests: Mathew Spalding

Host Scot Bertram talks with Matthew Spalding, vice president of Washington Operations and dean of the Van Andel Graduate School of Government at Hillsdale College in Washington, D.C, about his new book, The Making of the American Mind: The Story of our Declaration of Independence, and the intellectual tradition that inspired the writing of the Declaration of Independence.

Guests: Mathew Spalding
Host Scot Bertram talks with Matthew Spalding, vice president of Washington Operations and dean of the Van Andel Graduate School of Government at Hillsdale College in Washington, D.C, about his new book,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Making-American-Mind-Declaration-Independence/dp/1641774878" data-outlook-id="0168d558-0f48-4b41-a1d2-9e4a32d6ed1c" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0" data-ogsc="">The Making of the American Mind: The Story of our Declaration of Independence</a>,&nbsp;and the intellectual tradition that inspired the writing of the Declaration of Independence.

The Making of the American Mind

November 2025 | Volume 54, Issue 11
Today’s Firestorm and the Declaration
Larry P. Arnn
President, Hillsdale College

The following is adapted from remarks delivered on November 18, 2025, at a Hillsdale College reception in Franklin, Tennessee.

November 2025 | Volume 54, Issue 11 Today&rsquo;s Firestorm and the Declaration Larry P. Arnn President, Hillsdale College The following is adapted from remarks delivered on November 18, 2025, at a Hillsdale College reception in Franklin, Tennessee.

Today’s Firestorm and the Declaration

On this episode of The Hillsdale College Online Courses Podcast, Jeremiah and Juan discuss how we often reach our lowest point before understanding our need for God before introducing Michael Ward. 

C.S. Lewis’s writings bring the great questions of the Christian faith to life. Through his imaginative and invigorating style, Lewis answers these questions in ways that are compelling to those outside Christianity and energizing to those within the Christian faith.

The universal human experiences of shame and guilt attest not only to the existence of an objective moral law, but also a moral law giver. Christian conversion calls believers to live according to the moral law by first dying to their old life and then rising to a place higher than before. C.S. Lewis illustrates this bittersweet, downward-then-upward pattern of conversion in several of his fictional and philosophical works. 

On this episode of The Hillsdale College Online Courses Podcast, Jeremiah and Juan discuss how we often reach our lowest point before understanding our need for God before introducing Michael Ward.&nbsp;
C.S. Lewis&rsquo;s writings bring the great questions of the Christian faith to life. Through his imaginative and invigorating style, Lewis answers these questions in ways that are compelling to those outside Christianity and energizing to those within the Christian faith.
The universal human experiences of shame and guilt attest not only to the existence of an objective moral law, but also a moral law giver. Christian conversion calls believers to live according to the moral law by first dying to their old life and then rising to a place higher than before. C.S. Lewis illustrates this bittersweet, downward-then-upward pattern of conversion in several of his fictional and philosophical works.&nbsp;

C.S. Lewis on Christianity: Conversion and New Life

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale Dialogues to continue a series on The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes.

Release date: 28 November 2025

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale&nbsp;Dialogues to continue a series on&nbsp;The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes. Release date: 28 November 2025

Churchill’s The Second World War, Part Thirteen

Stephen Cox, a founding board member of Thomas More Classical School in Anchorage, Alaska, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss his role in starting a classical school in Alaska, the decision to make Thomas More Classical School a private institution, and the process of becoming a Hillsdale College K-12 Education partner school.

Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/

Stephen Cox, a founding board member of&nbsp;<a href="https://thomasmoreclassical.org/" data-outlook-id="077f5870-1710-42aa-9e71-b718831a1682" data-ogsc="" data-linkindex="0" data-auth="NotApplicable">Thomas More Classical School</a>&nbsp;in Anchorage, Alaska, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss his role in starting a classical school in Alaska, the decision to make Thomas More Classical School a private institution, and the process of becoming a Hillsdale College K-12 Education partner school.
Learn more: <a href="https://k12.hillsdale.edu/">https://k12.hillsdale.edu/</a>

Starting a Classical School In Alaska

On this episode of The Hillsdale College Online Courses Podcast, Jeremiah and Juan introduce the course "C.S. Lewis on Christianity".

C.S. Lewis’s writings bring the great questions of the Christian faith to life. Through his imaginative and invigorating style, Lewis answers these questions in ways that are compelling to those outside Christianity and energizing to those within the Christian faith.

Lewis argues that morality is not only objective, but also that it is universally understood as such. He explains that the awareness of these axiomatic moral truths—what he calls “the Tao” in The Abolition of Man—is what makes us human, and thus our very humanity is threatened by the rise of subjectivism in the West. 

On this episode of The Hillsdale College Online Courses Podcast, Jeremiah and Juan introduce the course "C.S. Lewis on Christianity".
C.S. Lewis&rsquo;s writings bring the great questions of the Christian faith to life. Through his imaginative and invigorating style, Lewis answers these questions in ways that are compelling to those outside Christianity and energizing to those within the Christian faith.
Lewis argues that morality is not only objective, but also that it is universally understood as such. He explains that the awareness of these axiomatic moral truths&mdash;what he calls &ldquo;the Tao&rdquo; in The Abolition of Man&mdash;is what makes us human, and thus our very humanity is threatened by the rise of subjectivism in the West.&nbsp;

C.S. Lewis on Christianity: Good and Evil

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale Dialogues to continue a series on The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes.

Release date: 21 November 2025

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale&nbsp;Dialogues to continue a series on&nbsp;The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes. Release date: 21 November 2025

Churchill’s The Second World War, Part Twelve

Gabrielle Lewis, a teacher support lead and Core Virtues director at Hillsdale College’s K-12 Office, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the relaunched Core Virtues program, cultivating the moral imagination through stories, and how schools can utilize the Core Virtues program.

Learn more: https://k12.hillsdale.edu/

Gabrielle Lewis, a teacher support lead and Core Virtues director at Hillsdale College&rsquo;s K-12 Office, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss the relaunched Core Virtues program, cultivating the moral imagination through stories, and how schools can utilize the Core Virtues program.
Learn more: <a href="https://k12.hillsdale.edu/">https://k12.hillsdale.edu/</a>

Cultivating the Moral Imagination Through Stories: An Introduction to Core Virtues

Guests: Scott Jennings & Ava Downs

Host Scot Bertram talks with Scott Jennings, senior political commentator at CNN, about his new book, A Revolution of Common Sense: How Donald Trump Stormed Washington and Fought for Western Civilization, and the character of President Trump's first year back in office. And Ava Downs, a junior at Hillsdale College and a 2025 junior Olympic champion in international trap shooting, discusses how she trains to compete at a global level and how her Hillsdale experience has helped her.

Guests: Scott Jennings &amp; Ava Downs
Host Scot Bertram talks with Scott Jennings, senior political commentator at CNN, about his new book,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Revolution-Common-Sense-Washington-Civilization/dp/0063472171" data-outlook-id="960334ab-96a2-4cc7-9cfa-f9f5f23f2380" data-linkindex="0" data-ogsc="" data-auth="NotApplicable">A Revolution of Common Sense: How Donald Trump Stormed Washington and Fought for Western Civilization</a>,&nbsp;and the character of President Trump's first year back in office. And Ava Downs, a junior at Hillsdale College and a 2025 junior Olympic champion in international trap shooting, discusses how she trains to compete at a global level and how her Hillsdale experience has helped her.

Scott Jennings Explains the Common Sense of Donald Trump

Troy Weatherhead from the class of 2011 was known for his accuracy and leadership at quarterback for the Chargers. The former All-American and GLIAC Player of the Year is one of the newest members of Hillsdale College’s Athletic Hall of Fame. Once a standout on the football field, he now succeeds in the medical sales field as Senior Director of Global Marketing for Stryker Sage.

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Informative. Inspirational. Uplifting. Those are the goals of the White and Blue podcast. We are here to tell the interesting stories of Hillsdale College alumni, who number more than 15,000 strong. Our guests will share about their time and experiences while on campus, and also the impact they have had on the world since graduating. What makes the Hillsdale College graduate unique? We will explore that question and more, including how alumni have impacted the past, present, and future of the College. Won’t you join us?

Troy Weatherhead from the class of 2011 was known for his accuracy and leadership at quarterback for the Chargers. The former All-American and GLIAC Player of the Year is one of the newest members of Hillsdale College&rsquo;s Athletic Hall of Fame. Once a standout on the football field, he now succeeds in the medical sales field as Senior Director of Global Marketing for Stryker Sage.
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Informative. Inspirational. Uplifting. Those are the goals of the White and Blue podcast. We are here to tell the interesting stories of Hillsdale College alumni, who number more than 15,000 strong. Our guests will share about their time and experiences while on campus, and also the impact they have had on the world since graduating. What makes the Hillsdale College graduate unique? We will explore that question and more, including how alumni have impacted the past, present, and future of the College. Won&rsquo;t you join us?

Troy Weatherhead, ’11: Outstanding in His Field

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Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale Dialogues to continue a series on The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes.

Release date: 14 November 2025

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale&nbsp;Dialogues to continue a series on&nbsp;The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes. Release date: 14 November 2025

Churchill’s The Second World War, Part Eleven

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale Dialogues to continue a series on The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes.

Release date: 7 November 2025

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale&nbsp;Dialogues to continue a series on&nbsp;The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes. Release date: 7 November 2025

Churchill’s The Second World War, Part Ten

President Trump's work to bring a ceasefire to the Middle East, shutdown politics in Washington, D.C., the importance of a great high school education, and what Halloween is like at Hillsdale College. Dr. Larry P. Arnn, president of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale Dialogues.

Release date: 31 October 2025

 

President Trump's work to bring a ceasefire to the Middle East, shutdown politics in Washington, D.C., the importance of a great high school education, and what Halloween is like at Hillsdale College. Dr. Larry P. Arnn, president of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the&nbsp;Hillsdale Dialogues.
Release date: 31 October 2025
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Donald Trump's Path to Peace

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale Dialogues to continue a series on The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes.

Release date: 24 October 2025

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale&nbsp;Dialogues to continue a series on&nbsp;The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes. Release date: 24 October 2025

Churchill’s The Second World War, Part Nine

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale Dialogues to continue a series on The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes.

Release date: 17 October 2025

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale&nbsp;Dialogues to continue a series on&nbsp;The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes. Release date: 17 October 2025

Churchill’s The Second World War, Part Eight

Dr. Larry Arnn's eulogy at the funeral of Charlie Kirk, developments in the hostage negotiations in Israel, and how president Trump's relationship with Israel will affect his legacy. Dr. Larry P. Arnn, president of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale Dialogues.

Release date: 10 October 2025

Dr. Larry Arnn's eulogy at the funeral of Charlie Kirk, developments in the hostage negotiations in Israel, and how president Trump's relationship with Israel will affect his legacy. Dr. Larry P. Arnn, president of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the&nbsp;Hillsdale Dialogues.
Release date: 10 October 2025

America After Charlie Kirk

This week: The philosophical grounding of the Constitution, George Washington's military experience, and the concept of "Fabian Tactics." Matthew Spalding, vice president of Washington Operations and dean of Hillsdale in D.C.’s Van Andel Graduate School of Government, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale Dialogues.

Release date: 3 October 2025

This week: The philosophical grounding of the Constitution, George Washington's military experience, and the concept of "Fabian Tactics." Matthew Spalding, vice president of Washington Operations and dean of Hillsdale in D.C.&rsquo;s Van Andel Graduate School of Government, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale Dialogues.
Release date: 3 October 2025

The Road to the American Revolution, Part Six

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale Dialogues to continue a series on The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes.

Release date: 26 September 2025

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale&nbsp;Dialogues to continue a series on&nbsp;The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes. Release date: 26 September 2025

Churchill’s The Second World War, Part Seven

Once per week, Hillsdale College president Larry P. Arnn joins Hugh Hewitt to discuss Great Books, Great Men, and Great Ideas.

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Once per week, Hillsdale College president Larry P. Arnn joins Hugh Hewitt to discuss Great Books, Great Men, and Great Ideas.
Subscribe <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hillsdale-dialogues/id663872027">via Apple Podcasts</a>.

A survey of great books, great men, and great ideas.Larry P. Arnn, president of Hillsdale College, on the Hugh Hewitt Show

Hillsdale Dialogues

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale Dialogues to introduce an upcoming series on The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes.

Release date: 4 August 2025

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale&nbsp;Dialogues to introduce an upcoming series on&nbsp;The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes. Release date: 4 August 2025

Churchill’s The Second World War, An Introduction

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale Dialogues to begin a series on The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes.

Release date: 8 August 2025

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale&nbsp;Dialogues to begin a series on The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes. Release date: 8 August 2025

Churchill’s The Second World War, Part One

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale Dialogues to continue a series on The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes.

Release date: 15 August 2025

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale&nbsp;Dialogues to continue a series on&nbsp;The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes. Release date: 15 August 2025

Churchill’s The Second World War, Part Two

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale Dialogues to continue a series on The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes.

Release date: 22 August 2025

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale&nbsp;Dialogues to continue a series on&nbsp;The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes. Release date: 22 August 2025

Churchill’s The Second World War, Part Three

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale Dialogues to continue a series on The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes.

Release date: 5 September 2025

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale&nbsp;Dialogues to continue a series on&nbsp;The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes. Release date: 5 September 2025

Churchill’s The Second World War, Part Four

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale Dialogues to continue a series on The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes.

Release date: 12 September 2025

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale&nbsp;Dialogues to continue a series on&nbsp;The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes. Release date: 12 September 2025

Churchill’s The Second World War, Part Five

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale Dialogues to continue a series on The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes.

Release date: 19 September 2025

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale&nbsp;Dialogues to continue a series on&nbsp;The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes. Release date: 19 September 2025

Churchill’s The Second World War, Part Six

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale Dialogues to present a series on The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes.

Dr. Larry P. Arnn, President of Hillsdale College, joins Hugh Hewitt on the Hillsdale&nbsp;Dialogues to present a series on The Second World War, Churchill's sprawling memoir and history of World War II in six volumes.

Churchill’s 'The Second World War'

Once per week, Hillsdale College president Larry P. Arnn joins Hugh Hewitt to discuss Great Books, Great Men, and Great Ideas.

Once per week, Hillsdale College president Larry P. Arnn joins Hugh Hewitt to discuss Great Books, Great Men, and Great Ideas.

Hillsdale Dialogues

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