Listen "The Riley Rules: A Life of Teaching, Faith, and Finding Purpose"
Episode Synopsis
In this inspiring episode, MaryAnn Riley reflects on her unexpected journey from aspiring doctor to master educator, mentor, and national Teacher of the Year finalist. With warmth and wisdom, she shares how her life's calling evolved through divine guidance, academic persistence, and the support of her family and community.MaryAnn opens up about her legacy as a mentor to countless student teachers, her influence on future generations, and how deeply she believes in the power of reading, thinking, and reevaluating life’s direction. She recounts pivotal moments—from teaching in Panama to supporting young CNAs exploring their futures—and emphasizes that our early plans may not always reflect our true calling.With moving nods to her faith, her 61-year marriage, and her earliest political involvement during the Eisenhower campaign, this episode captures the essence of MaryAnn's philosophy: embrace your journey, stay open to change, and always uplift others. Her heartfelt words offer encouragement for anyone questioning their path or searching for meaning in the everyday moments of life.Support the showThank you for tuning in to this episode of "The Lady in Red: Inspiring a New Generation." We hope Mary Ann Riley's journey and her conversations with Jermaine Whiteside have inspired you, enlightened you, and perhaps even challenged your thoughts on dedication, service, and conservative values. To conclude today's episode, we pay tribute to a beloved figure in the conservative community, The Late Dr. Kenneth Myers Sr., whose profound understanding and articulation of the principles we hold dear continue to resonate. Please stay with us for Dr. Myers's narrated South Carolina Republican Creed, which reminds us of the foundations upon which our beliefs and actions are built.
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