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PRIMER PodcastEpisode 18: Interview with Jerry Lenaburg on the Splendid and the VileIn this Primer Plus Episode, Melissa Rihl interviews Jerry Lenaburg about the historical nonfiction book, The Splendid and the Vile: A Saga of Churchill, Family, and Defiance During the Blitz.
Written by the #1 New York Times bestselling author Erik Larson, this book goes into the life of Winston Churchill precisely when he becomes the “Churchill” that history remembers. Melissa and Jerry discuss Churchill’s quirks, the impact of his family on his decisions, his ability to choose “the right man for the job,” and lasting lessons in leadership.
About Jerry D. Lenaburg: Jerry is a Proje...2021-05-2746 minPRIMER PodcastEpisode 13 - Interview with Professor Susan Hanssen on the Battle of LepantoIn this Primer Plus episode, Melissa Rihl interviews Professor Susan Hanssen on the Battle of Lepanto, which occurred on October 7, 1571. Professor Hanssen describes the historical details and circumstances leading up this significant battle between two large powers: The fleet of the Ottoman Turk Empire and the Holy Roman Empire. This was the greatest naval battle before the modern period, and the turning point of the Crusades. Professor Hanssen is an Associate Professor and chair of the History Department at the University of Dallas. Tune in for a fascinating conversation about this historic battle and it’s importance.2021-03-1741 minPRIMER PodcastMental prayer is a question of heart. An interview with Father Jacques PhilippeG.K. Chesterton once said that “Anything that is worth doing, is worth doing badly.” For many people, there is a need for perfection and immediate success. We cannot see God, and do not always hear a response in prayer; He is not sitting right next to us as if we were at a coffee shop. How does someone know if they are “successful with prayer?” and building a relationship with God?
Mental prayer is often thought of as something for only really “holy people,” and something difficult to achieve. However, it is available to each person...2021-01-1335 min
Searching for MoreRacism in America: How We Respond as CatholicsOn this episode, Deacon Gerard-Marie Anthony and Melissa Rihl, members of Bishop Burbidge’s Advisory Council on Racism, discuss racism in America and how we should respond as Catholics. Hear Deacon Anthony and Melissa share their personal experiences and how we can bring about real change in our communities as we seek to live in peace together as children of God. This episode’s host is Billy Atwell, Chief Communications Officer, Catholic Diocese of Arlington.2020-11-1138 min
Gotta Be SaintsIn the Vineyard - Part TwoOn episode twenty-seven of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I talk with Melissa Rihl about working "In the Vineyard." This is part two of a two part series.Biography:Melissa Rihl is the Director of Youth Ministry at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church in Fairfax, VA where she has served since 2015. Before that, she served as the Assistant Director of Youth Ministry at St. Leo from 2012-2015. Melissa comes from an interracial family and converted the Catholic faith in her early teens. She graduated from Florida State University, Class of 2012 with a B.A...2020-10-1843 minGotta Be SaintsIn the Vineyard - Part OneOn episode twenty-six of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I talk with Melissa Rihl about working "In the Vineyard." This is part one of a two part series.Biography:Melissa Rihl is the Director of Youth Ministry at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church in Fairfax, VA where she has served since 2015. Before that, she served as the Assistant Director of Youth Ministry at St. Leo from 2012-2015. Melissa comes from an interracial family and converted the Catholic faith in her early teens. She graduated from Florida State University, Class of 2012 with a B.A...2020-10-1433 min