<p>Greg Jenner is joined in 17th-Century Italy by Professor Michelle Sauer and comedian Sophie Duker to learn about notorious nun Benedetta Carlini. From the moment of her birth in 1590, Benedetta – whose name literally means ‘blessed’ – was dedicated to God’s service by her father. As a young girl, she joined a community of religious women, where in her twe ... Show More
Sep 2024
Mystic Visionary: Teresa of Avila
<p>Born in 1515, St. Teresa of Avila continues to inspire countless people today with her mystical writings and spiritual insights. Yet, despite facing significant personal and institutional challenges throughout her life, she was also a bold reformer in the Roman Catholic Church ... Show More
37m 57s
Sep 2023
Brides of Christ (with Sr Mary Josefa of the Eucharist)
Sister Mary Josefa of the Eucharist is a Benedictine nun in Missouri; she and the sisters of her community recently wrote a charming children’s book, Brides of Christ (Sophia Institute Press, 2023), which invites the reader into the rhythms of their contemplative life through the ... Show More
48m 40s
Oct 2024
La légende noire de la reine Margot (1/4)
Dans un royaume en proie aux guerres de religion, le début du règne de Marguerite de Valois n’est pas de tout repos. Catholique, elle est mariée à un roi protestant dans l’espoir de ramener la paix, en vain. Refusant de se cantonner à la place que lui imposent sa naissance et son ... Show More
25m 45s
Feb 2025
Chris O’Dowd, sticky pulled pork and a pickled salad and a whisky
Nick and Angela welcome another Irish guest to Dish HQ.
Chris O'Dowd is an award-winning actor, writer and director. He was born in Boyle, County Roscommon, and studied politics at University College Dublin, later enrolling at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art.
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36m 7s
Sep 2024
Sellig "Je suis infiniment reconnaissant envers la Vierge Marie"
Sellig, « humoriste populaire » comme il aime à se qualifier, a été repéré par Anne Roumanoff avant de démarrer sa carrière aux côtés de Jean Dujardin. De son vrai nom Gilles Magnard, Sellig, fort de ses 25 ans de carrière, vient présenter une bande dessinée intitulée "Sellig & C ... Show More
52m 59s
Mar 2025
77. She did what with a Malteaser?! Sophie & Melissa Spill Their Wildest School Stories
Hey Tinies!This week, Sophie and Melissa spill the tea on their WILD secondary school memories in brand-new feature G-Tales! From period disasters and what NOT to do with a test-tube, to exploring the many benefits of an electric toothbrush, this unfiltered conversation has it al ... Show More
34m 44s