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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 15h

Happy Thursday, peeps. We are almost to the weekend - which means another episode is in the queue. Here is your hint! What do you think is in the works?

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Happy International Podcast Day! Do you have a podcast you ADORE? Today is the day to let them know! Best ways you can help out your favorite show? ⭐️ Rate on your favorite platform 🎧 Listen to their episodes 📣 Tell your friends ✅ Subscribe And are the history pods that I have on heavy rotation

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Drafting the Past @draftingthepast.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Pssst...our first book reviews drop two weeks from today. Are you subscribed yet? www.draftingthepast.com

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Drafting the Past

Reviews, craft essays, news and more for readers and writers of history.

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Join me as I sit down with historian Keri Leigh Merritt to dive into her insightful biography about author & civil rights activist Lillian Smith. Learn about Smith's early fights against racism, her erasure from the movement, and Merritt's critical work in pulling Smith from the shadows.

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Abigail Adams didn’t even know how right she was. Women’s history - their voices, their contributions, their worth - are critical to understanding our world.

Statue of Abigail Adams from Boston with text overlay of a partial quote from Adams, “all men would be tyrants if they could.”

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

In honor of my pal Jerry at @presidencies.bsky.social I am sharing the spooky movie pick of the night: Truth or Dare 👻 www.imdb.com/title/tt6772...

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Labor Day was first celebrated during the Gilded Age - amid a growing labor movement seeking recognition. Explore the origins, evolution, & current perceptions of Labor Day in the United States. Learn how Labor Day has transformed from a day of militant labor demonstrations to a… 1/2

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Behind the scenes Friday: preparing for some fantastic interviews. What do you have on tap today? ☕️🎧

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Happy Thursday, folks! Another episode is on its way and here is your hint - what do you think I am covering? Find out for sure on Saturday!

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Calling my historical fiction lovers! Join me as I sit down with Stan Haynes to discuss his latest book And Slavery No More. Learn how Haynes started in historical fiction, why he wrote about the Civil War, how he connects his readers to the past & why you should read both fiction & nonfiction.

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Another fantastic #ScholarSunday filled with wonderful public scholarship thanks to the tireless work of @americanstudier.bsky.social 💗

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

This was a great episode! Be sure to subscribe to @cliodialogues.bsky.social if you aren’t already 💗

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

In 1882, President Arthur signed a law barring Chinese laborers from entering the U.S. for 10 years. It became known as the Chinese Exclusion Act, but is that an accurate framing? Join me as I explore Chinese immigration & why some historians refer to the 1882 law as the Chinese Restriction Act.

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

While a certain administration is threatening to limit press access, I am knee deep in a book about one of the bravest, groundbreaking journalists in U.S. history. My favorite tidbit so far?

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Happy Thursday, peeps! There is another episode coming to you this weekend - and here is a BIG hint. What do you think I am covering? Be sure to tune in this weekend to find out.

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Now available on the Patreon: my review of Daniel Geary's Beyond Civil Rights. Not yet a member? It's not too late! Join today to enjoy book reviews and more!

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

John Adams & Thomas Jefferson are two of the most notable men of the founding era - as is their complicated relationship. Join me as I sit down with Jim Rasenberger to discuss his book A Perfect Coincidence & what lessons we can learn from their friendship, estrangement, and eventual reconciliation.

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Today in history, 1988: Dolores Huerta is beaten by police during a peaceful protest in San Francisco. Huerta was outside the St. Francis Hotel protesting presidential candidate George H.W. Bush over his stance on the grape boycott when officers used batons to force the crowd from the entrance.

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

How strange for BlueSky to suspend one of the greats for doing the excellent work of sharing public scholarship on #ScholarSunday - but I am here to help spread the word. ☕️

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

The gunfight at the OK Corral remains one of the most iconic moments of the American West, a whirlwind of chaos that lasted less than a minute but has echoed through history. Learn what led to the fight, why Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday were in Tombstone to begin with - 1/2

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Today marks 25 years since the September 11th terrorist attacks. It remains a rough day for many. Instead of my normal list of book recommendations, I am sharing the episode I did in 2021 which is part oral history and part narrative of the day. Remember to practice self care.

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Happy Thursday! Coming this weekend? Another new episode! What do you think I am covering? Be sure to tune in this weekend to find out!

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

This month on the Patreon: I am joined by Val and a special guest to explore the life of the iconic television star Lucille Ball. Not yet a member? Sign up today!

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Join me as I sit with Jason Green to discuss his book Too Precious to Lose, which combines memoir and oral history to explore the rich history of a Black community in Maryland. We explore how preserving history is a collective responsibility and the significance of place in historical memory.

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Happy Labor Day. Dating back to 1882, Labor Day is a commemoration of the achievements of the American labor movement. From workplace safety laws, unions, minimum wage, and the elimination of child labor - the American labor movement has had tremendous influence on the modern workforce.

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

What better way to enjoy your long weekend then sifting through great public scholarship thanks to @americanstudier.bsky.social ?

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

James "Wild Bill" Hickok is a figure who embodies the spirit of the American frontier. His adventures, often dramatized in tales & folk songs, paint a vivid picture of a man who was both a hero & an outlaw. Tune to learn about the man behind the legend & join me as I explore the life of…

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

As we head into Labor Day weekend, I thought I'd share some of my favorite reads about labor history. What are you reading this weekend?

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

It is teaser Thursday which means I have another episode brewing for you this weekend. Any guesses what it might be? Tune in Saturday to find out.

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

This month on the Substack: I share my memories of that Tuesday in September twenty-five years ago.

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Most think they know the story of the fire at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory in 1911. But it is more than a story about labor reform. Join me as I sit down with Dr. David Conrad-Pérez to discuss his book Fire in the Heart of the City -

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Today in history, 1935: President Roosevelt signs the Neutrality Act expressing the United States' desire to avoid actions that could drag the country into war. Passed as European nations faced a rise in fascist governments, the act was welcomed by isolationists who opposed overseas intervention.

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

It’s also dangerous to leave me in a bookstore… especially when there is a biography of one of my idols available. What are you excited to read next?

A picture of the book John Lewis: In Search of the Beloved Community by Raymond Arsenault

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

So cool to see my newsletter atop this week’s list of great public scholarship collected by @americanstudier.bsky.social - can’t wait to peruse the list.

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

I’ve long admired what Jerry does with each episode. To see this really brightens my day. Thank you, dear sir. 🥹 @presidencies.bsky.social

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

One of the most iconic individuals of the American West, Billy the Kid has dominated pop culture for over a century. Stories about his life are filled with fanciful details and he is described as one of the most dangerous, yet affable outlaws of the frontier.

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Presidencies Podcast @presidencies.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Lucy Hayes was born #OTD in 1831. While I haven't gotten to her yet as we're still a ways from the Hayes presidency, earlier this year, my friend & fellow podcaster Alycia covered her on an episode of @civicspod.bsky.social. Check it out! #history #FLOTUS www.civicsandcoffee.com/lucy-webb-ha...

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Lucy Webb Hayes: The Quietly Radical First Lady

Entering the White House as women's roles in the United States were rapidly evolving, Lucy Webb Hayes represented a potential bridge for many. Would she be a champi…

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

For the last guest focused book recommendations in celebration of the 6th anniversary, I am highlighting EVERYONE! I am so lucky I get to chat with intelligent, groundbreaking scholars who put in years of hard work to produce their books. 1/3

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Happy Thursday, peeps! Another episode is coming to you this weekend - and this time it is a listener request. Any ideas what I might be covering? Make sure to tune in Saturday so you don't miss a thing!

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Today in history, 1920: the 19th Amendment is formally adopted to the U.S. Constitution, enshrining voting rights for (mostly white) women. The culmination of the suffrage movement, the amendment came to pass thanks to women like Alice Paul whose activism pushed societal boundaries.

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Join me as I sit down with John McDonough, a Harvard professor and healthcare policy expert, to discuss his book America's Wrong Turn and explore the history of the U.S. healthcare system, its intersection with neoliberalism, and potential paths forward.

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

We have a WINNER!! Congratulations @teachinghistoryherway for winning the Civics & Coffee 6th Anniversary Giveaway. Check your messages, I’ll be reaching out to coordinate delivery of your prize.

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Another great way to start a Sunday. Thanks for the list of public scholarship @americanstudier.bsky.social 💗

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

What did it mean to assert dignity in the former confederate south? For Black washerwomen in Atlanta, it was the act of going on strike. Join me this week as I explore the 1881 Washerwomen Strike and share their motivations, how the women organized, and what the end results were. 1/2

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Happy Friday peeps! My second to last guest spotlight consists of a list analyzing aspects of Black history. From W.E.B. DuBois to Dr. Claudia Hampton, each book is a compelling investigation that will broaden your understanding of Black America in the twentieth century and leave you wanting more!

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Megan Kate Nelson 📚 @mkn.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Calling all nonfiction history reviewers! Write for us at @draftingthepast.bsky.social! cc: @katecarp.bsky.social

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Happy Thursday, peeps. The sixth anniversary celebration continues with yet another episode in the queue for you this Saturday. Here is a BIG hint for what is brewing. What do you think I am covering? Be sure to tune in this weekend to find out.

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Now available on the Patreon: my review of Michael Luo's Strangers in the Land. Not yet a Patreon member? It's not too late to join! Sign up today for access to book reviews and the bonus series Civics & Cocktails.

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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast @civicspod.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

How do you capture the nuances of the American story in visual form? Join me as I chat with Andrew Ferrett and Nathaniel Popkin to discuss their documentary series 'In Pursuit,' which seeks to do that as it explores 400 years of American history through the lens of Philadelphia.

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