Listener Favorites
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April 17, 2021
I Am Free: Ona Judge
This week I am diving into the story of the enslaved woman who managed a daring escape from the president's household - Ona Marie…
Feb. 27, 2021
Frida Kahlo
This week I am taking a momentary break from covering all the happenings surrounding the constitution and covering a trail blazer…
Feb. 20, 2021
The Constitution - A Break Down
It is the document that provided the foundation for American democracy and is internationally revered. And while it is so familia…
Episodes
The Little Rock Nine - Part One
July 31, 2021
Join me this week as I start a series on the nine children who were the first to desegregate schools in the south. Elizabeth Eckford, Ernest Green, Terrence Roberts, Minniejean Brown, Jefferson Allison Thomas, Gloria Ray, Thelma Mothershed and Melba Pattillo were all just teenagers seeking the best…
Dirty Tricks: The Election of 1800
July 24, 2021
Infighting, attacking the opposition, secret compromises. While this may sound like a headline from today, it was actually all part of one of the most scandalous elections in history: the presidential election of 1800. John Adams and Thomas Jefferson went head to head in a contest that led to a…
Two Songs One Couple / Civics & Coffee Crossover - Part TWO
July 23, 2021
Hey Peeps! Welcome to a special BONUS episode of the pod! I had the opportunity to chat with Peter and Sam from the epic podcast, Two Songs One Couple, and we decided to do a crossover event for the masses. Our crossover is a blend of both of our shows - a little bit of rock and roll, a lit…
Miss Independent: Abigail Adams
July 17, 2021
Abigail Adams is one of the most infamous first ladies in American history. She is known for her sharp tongue and her partnership with "dear friend" John Adams. Supporter of education for women, opposed to slavery and unafraid to share her thoughts, Abigail was definitely a feminist of the moment. …
The Cabinet with Dr. Lindsay M Chervinksy
July 10, 2021
Join me this week as I interview presidential historian and award winning author, Dr. Lindsay M. Chervinsky. Dr. Chervinsky wrote The Cabinet: George Washington and The Creation of An American Institution where provides thoughtful analysis and tells the story of how and why Washington created t…
The White House
July 3, 2021
Tune in this week as I dive into the history of the most iconic house in the United States: the presidential mansion, also known as The White House. The residence and workplace of the nation's chief executive, the White House has been known by many names and has some illustrious history. And th…
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About the Host
Alycia
Host
An amateur historian, Alycia has a Bachelor's Degree in History from Sonoma State University. She fell in love with history at a young age when her teacher, Mr. Lamb, pointed out the beautiful flaws found throughout our past. She believes history is fun and engaging - if told the right way.
When not creating new episodes for the podcast she enjoys traveling with her husband, running to 90's hip hop and planning her next Disneyland adventure.