The Central Perch
The Central Perch
Pulse Radio
In a time where the idea of Messiah community looks a lot different, The Central Perch engages in hearing the stories of Messiah College community members. These conversations talk about the past as well as the present in hopes to create a shared experience for students, staff, and faculty alike. The Central Perch, a play on words from the classic "Friends" coffee shop The Central Perk, hopes to create an environment that feels like a coffee shop conversation - an activity that many of us are missing right now. New podcasts are aired weekly.
Closure
This week, Hannah and Caleb discuss the idea of closure in the midst of this season. Closure is hard to find when we are missing the events that signify the end of a chapter, such as Graduation, end of year celebrations, and just the normal activities that happen at the end of the school year. Hannah and Caleb explore how it is important to still give yourself closure through this, and a couple ways to do so. Make sure to stay tuned in the fall when Caleb and Hannah return to The Central Perch!
May 16, 2020
40 min
Hope
In this episode of the Central Perch, Hannah and Caleb talk about the idea of hope and what that looks and feels like in these times. They're joined by Messiah President Kim Phipps (in her first podcast appearance!), Yabets Assefa, and America Cervantes! Grab a cup of coffee, pull up a chair, and enjoy!
May 9, 2020
59 min
Grit
In this week's episode, Caleb and Hannah talk about grit, perseverance, and getting through the tough times with Messiah College junior Ashley Mathew, senior Alex Chen, and Director of Athletic Communications Matthew Fenton! Grab some coffee (or tea, or water!) and join!
May 1, 2020
59 min
Frustration
In this week's episode, Hannah and Caleb, along with guests Dr. Diane Brockman, Molly Janczyk, and Joel Rhinehart, tackle the feelings of frustration that the early end to this semester has brought many of us. Grab a cup of coffee and join in!
Apr 24, 2020
56 min
"Stuckness"
This week, Caleb and Hannah talk about feeling stuck. In many ways, we are all feeling it with the limitations we are currently facing. Alexis Robinson and Dr. Todd Allen join the podcast with some of their thoughts to help cope with the feeling of "stuckness."
Apr 17, 2020
1 hr 3 min
Creativity
This week, Hannah and Caleb talk about the impact that isolation has on creativity, discussing that with Gregg Hurley, Associate Professor of Dance at Messiah College; and with recent Messiah grad Jamie-Claire Chau! Grab a cup of your favorite coffee and join us!
Apr 10, 2020
1 hr 3 min
Adjustment
In the first episode of The Central Perch, Caleb Miller and Hannah McBride discuss the theme of adjustment to this new work setting with chemistry professor Dr. Alison Noble, Dean of Students Kevin Villegas, and Student Body President Tetsuo Takahara.
Apr 3, 2020
1 hr 8 min