Host of “Cavuto: Coast to Coast” Neil Cavuto on the Fox Business Network interviews Professor of History Burt Folsom April 11.
Ted Matko | Courtesy
Broadcasted from Hillsdale College, Professor of History Burt Folsom answered questions from Fox News Channel anchor Neil Cavuto twice in April.
Folsom appeared on Fox Business Network’s “Cavuto: Coast to Coast” April 11 and Fox News Channel’s “Your World with Neil Cavuto” on April 15. In both interviews, he discussed topics related to the presidential primary from a historian’s perspective.
Folsom filmed the interviews in Hillsdale College’s studio in the Knorr Student Center, which has the capability to reach all of the major networks, including Fox, CNN, NBC, ABC, and more.
“Interview-wise we can do anything here,” Director of Technical and Media Services Ted Matko said. “Now we are just working on expanding our contacts.”
Folsom held the interviews in the same room where Hillsdale films its online course lectures. On its door, a sign reads, “Quiet!!! Live taping, do not enter or touch the door!!!” The room contains a backdrop complete with the Hillsdale College logo, a picture of President George Washington, and figurines of Plato and Socrates. Sitting in front of the backdrop, Folsom wore an earpiece that allowed him to hear Cavuto’s questions.
Matko supervised the interview from the control room, where he was in continuous contact with Cavuto’s producer.
Folsom discussed the similarities between President Andrew Jackson and GOP presidential front-runner Donald Trump and gave historical insights regarding the primary election.
Numerous shows, including the “Glenn Beck Program” and “Fox and Friends,” have invited Folsom for an appearance, his wife, Anita Folsom, said. Burt Folsom said he views each appearance as an opportunity to represent the college.
“It’s a chance to show that we have something very special going on here,” Folsom said.
Several other Hillsdale professors have appeared on various networks, including Professor of Politics Ronald Pestritto, Professor of Economics Ivan Pongracic, and Professor of History Brad Birzer.
