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Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast

Civics & Coffee delivers bite-sized U.S. history with clear, engaging storytelling — all in the time it takes to drink your morning cup of coffee. Host Alycia brings America’s past to life with well-researched episodes that are approachable, human, and impossible to forget.In 2026, Civics & Coffee dives into the Gilded Age - a transformative era of booming industry, powerful presidents, labor uprisings, immigration waves, inequality, and social reformers. From national crises like the Great

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16:41

Alfred Hitchcock's The Birds

Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast ·

2024/10/26

Alfred Hitchcock's The Birds is one of the most iconic horror movies in the history of cinema. Filmed in Bodega Bay, California in the 1960s, the terrifying story was plagued with production issues and questionable behavior from its director. Tune in this week as I dive into the history of making The Birds.

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17:08

Murderess: Belle Gunness

Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast ·

2024/10/19

Join me this week as I dive into the mysterious story of America's first female serial killer, Belle Gunness. Learn how her meager beginnings in Norway motivated her to seek prosperity in the United States, why she took in children, and how she managed to escape punishment for her crimes.

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44:48

Witch Hunt with Andrea Balis and Elizabeth Levy

Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast ·

2024/10/12

Join me this week as I sit down with authors Andrea Balis and Elizabeth Levy to discuss their new book, With Hunt: The Cold War, Joe McCarthy, and the Red Scare.

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19:35

Hiram Revels: The First Black Senator

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2024/10/05

In the earliest months of Reconstruction, several Black Americans were elected to political offices throughout the south. The first man to serve in the Senate, Hiram Revels, hailed from the state of Mississippi. Join me this week as I dive into the life of Hiram Revels.

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16:57

The Freedmen's Bureau

Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast ·

2024/09/28

What was the Freedmen's Bureau, and how did it shape the post-Civil War South? Join me this week as I dive into the triumphs and trials of this historic agency. Learn how the Freedmen's Bureau worked to provide support and equality for newly freed African Americans and learn about its pivotal role in education, attempted land distribution, and legal assistance.

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14:51

Reconstruction: An Introduction

Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast ·

2024/09/21

As the dust settled in the aftermath of the Civil War, the United States had several challenges to address. How should formerly seceded states be reintroduced to the Union? What punishment, if any, should former Confederate officials face? And what did freedom for Black Americans mean?Reconstruction is a complicated, nuanced period in American history. Join me this week as I introduce Reconstruction and what you all can expect over the next several weeks.

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35:19

The Incorruptibles with Dan Slater

Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast ·

2024/09/14

Joining me this week is Dan Slater. He is an author whose work has appeared in the Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, and GQ. Slater recently wrote the book The Incorruptibles: A True Story of Kingpins, Crime Busters, and the Birth of the American Underworld which tells the story of the origins of the Jewish criminal underworld in the early twentieth century. To learn more about Dan, head over to his instagram at: bydanslater

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17:57

The Sultana Disaster

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2024/09/07

As news of end of the Civil War spread, officials made arrangements to get former POWs home. For union men, this meant traveling via steamship. A frequent method of travel, steamships had a reputation for bad accidents. A reputation that would prove true with the Sultana. Join me this week as I dive into one of the most devastating maritime disasters in U.S. history: the sinking of the Sultana. Overloaded and plagued by a critical flaw, this steamboat’s final voyage ended in catastrophic...

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16:45

Surrender: Appomattox

Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast ·

2024/08/31

As the Union continued to rack up military victories deep in Confederate territory, there was a sense the end of the war was near. Despite hopeful sentiments, Abraham Lincoln remained stoic and cautious in his second inaugural address in early March. Little did anyone know that surrender would be in hand just over a month later when General Robert E. Lee requested to speak with General Ulysses S. Grant. What happened during their conversation? Tune in to find out.

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Introducing: Civics & Cocktails

Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast ·

2024/08/28

For the final bonus episode in celebration of FOUR YEARS of Civics & Coffee, I am so excited to share a preview of a NEW bonus show I am hosting on Patreon: Civics & Cocktails! By joining the Civics & Coffee Patreon on community, you will get historical goodies like stickers, and access to the Civics & Cocktails RSS feed. Each month, I will welcome a guest (or two!) to chat about history over a delicious cocktail. You'll get the same great history, but with an adult twist!&nbs...

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39:05

New Deal Law & Order with Dr. Anthony Gregory

Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast ·

2024/08/24

Joining me this week is historian and author Dr. Anthony Gregory. Dr. Gregory specializes in the intersection of liberal political theory and carceral studies. In this episode, we discuss his latest book, New Deal Law and Order: How the War on Crime Built the Modern Liberal State. You can learn more about Dr. Gregory by visiting his website at www.anthonygregory.com

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Voice of Change: Barbara Jordan

Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast ·

2024/08/21

The first Black woman to represent the state of Texas since Reconstruction, Barbara Jordan was a thoughtful, pragmatic politician. She rose to national prominence during the 1974 impeachment hearings of President Richard Nixon when her remarks outlined in stark detail the reasons for pursuing impeachment. Join me on this bonus episode as I dive into the life and career of Barbara Jordan. And if you need a refresher about the Watergate Scandal, be sure to check out the episode I did with the l...

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19:51

The 1968 Democratic National Convention

Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast ·

2024/08/17

In the late summer of 1968, thousands of protestors joined politicians, party leaders, and the media in Chicago to attend the Democratic National Convention. The convention is known as one of the most chaotic and violent conventions in history and led to significant changes in the party nominating process. Tune in as I dive into what happened and why so many are comparing 1968 to 2024.

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38:47

"Justifying" Slavery with Kristin Kessinger

Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast ·

2024/08/14

Joining me this week is educator and historian Kristin Kessinger. In this episode, we discuss her scholarship analyzing the southern paternalistic justifications for slavery in Missouri and how important it is to understand our past. You can follow Kristin on instagram through her handle: rockthekessbah.

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15:55

Slavery No More: The 13th Amendment

Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast ·

2024/08/10

In the final months of the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln focused his attention on securing the passage of a constitutional amendment banning slavery. But why, if he issued the Emancipation Proclamation, was an amendment necessary?Tune in this week to find out.

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42:28

Transatlantic Commuter: A Conversation about James...

Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast ·

2024/08/07

James Baldwin was a writer, activist, and world traveler who dedicated his life to understanding his identity and how it fit within American society. His writing deftly explore these topics and sheds a light on the Black experience in the twentieth century.Joining me for this bonus episode is past guest Ethan Healey. Healey shares his research about Baldwin's search for identity, how it influenced his activism, and why Baldwin's work still resonates today.

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60:26

Abraham Lincoln with Jerry Landry

Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast ·

2024/08/03

Joining me as I wrap up my coverage of sixteenth president Abraham Lincoln is Jerry Landry. Jerry is a presidential history expert and is the host and lead researcher behind the incredible Presidencies of the United States podcast. Jerry lends his insight, expertise, and analysis on Lincoln's administration, how his cabinet helped him be successful during the Civil War, and what current politicians could learn about Lincoln's leadership.

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18:19

Abraham Lincoln: Part Two

Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast ·

2024/07/27

Join me this week for the second chapter of Lincoln's life and legacy. Tune in as I discuss Lincoln's early political career, his debates with Stephen Douglas, and how he surprised everyone to become the 16th President of the United States. And be sure to come back next week for a special guest as I wrap up my coverage of Abraham Lincoln.

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15:54

From Beans to Brews: Coffee in America

Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast ·

2024/07/20

Join me this week as I dive into the latest listener request: the history of coffee in the United States.Coffee has long been associated with American culture. But how did we get here? Learn how a little revolution altered the drinking habits of colonists and how brewers sought to make the perfect coffee blend. Why was the coffee house considered the home of revolution? And who launched the first commercial coffee company? Tune in to find out.

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39:39

Behind Everest with Kate Nicholson

Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast ·

2024/07/13

Sitting down with me today is historian and author Kate Nicholson who recently published Behind Everest: Ruth Mallory's Story which details the life of Ruth Mallory, wife to famed British mountaineer George Mallory. We chat about how she discovered Ruth and what motivated her to tell Mallory's story. You can learn more about Kate by visiting the website www.civicsandcoffee.com.

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