History Over Coffee

On January 12, 1991, the US Congress permitted then-President George HW Bush to start an active military campaign in the Middle East, the ripple effects of which would be felt for decades. What was that momentous occasion, and what are the long-term historical impacts of the day and the decision made on that day? In our second season's first episode, we are once again joined by Dr. Chris White, Professor of the History department at Marshall University to discuss This Day in History, brought to you by History Over Coffee, a podcast hosted and produced by the History department at Marshall University. 

On the 60th anniversary of the assassination of President John Fitzgerald Kennedy, we are once again joined by Dr. Chris White of the History department at Marshall University. In this episode of History Over Coffee, This Day in History, Dr. White gives us a ten minute recap about this iconic moment and the number of conspiracies that have been created around this tragic event that are being talked about even till today.

It's a double bonus episode for listeners of History Over Coffee! We decided to release our special episode on the History of Thanksgiving today as we prepare to fill our bellies with sumptuous food! What was served at the first Thanksgiving dinner? Was turkey eaten? Who were present at the first dinner? Why does the first Thanksgiving dinner remain controversial to this day? To find out answers to all these questions and to learn much more about the history of Thanksgiving to share with your family and friends, join Dr. Chris White in conversation with Dr. Robert Deal. Happy Turkey Day to all of you! Do remember to tune in tomorrow for a new episode of History Over Coffee, sponsored and put together by the History department at Marshall University

This Virgin Queen inherited the throne of England in 1558 and ruled for the next 45 years.  Her troubled childhood had made it almost a certainty that she was never going to become the Queen. What changed? How did this queen's early childhood shape her character as a queen? Join us in conversation with Prof. Laura Michele Diener, professor of History at Marshall University who tells us all about early childhood, educational qualifications and how Queen Elizabeth I became the iconic queen. This episode is a part of our series, This Day in History from our inhouse podcast History Over Coffee brought to you by the History department at Marshall University.

A murderous plot to bring down the British Crown goes horribly wrong. But the legend of this man lived on and inspired celebrations with new incoming immigrants into the United States. Who was this man? What was the infamous plot he hatched and what happened to him? How did he inspire immigrant communities to commemorate this day? Join us as Dr. Robert Deal gives us a 10 minute lesson on This Day in History brought to you by History Over Coffee, a podcast brought to you by the History department at Marshall University

The spookiest day in the year has an interesting history behind it! Join us for a new 10 minute recap of This Day in History, a podcast brought to you by the History department of Marshall University. What is the history of Halloween? What does Queen Victoria of England have to do with how Halloween is celebrated? Join us in conversation with Dr. Molly Mersmann to find out more about the history of Halloween!

What is the historical significance of this location? How did it come to play such a huge role during the Civil War that probably changed the course of the war? Who was the figure that was painted almost in a Christ-like manner for his views about slavery and the abolition of it? We know you can't wait to hear more about this! Need a quick 10 minute recap of this day in history? Listen in to Marshall University History faculty, Dr. Molly Mersmann, summarize the significance of This Day in History in this episode of our podcast, History Over Coffee! You bring the coffee, we bring the history!

This Saturday morning, Dr. Chris White, Professor of the History department at Marshall University is in conversation with two guests to bring us varied perspectives on the ongoing conflict that is ripping apart parts of the Middle East. How do the two sides view this ongoing humanitarian crisis that has claimed over 2000 innocent lives and displaced more than tens of thousands people? As responsible academics, we made the conscious choice to provide our listeners with both sides to the story, without our biases at play. Our podcasts were recorded in the past week, so the events as they are unfolding may not be up to date, but the ethos with which we recorded these episodes still remains the same. 

In the second episode, Dr. White is joined by Dr. Amine Oudghiri-Otmani, Visiting Assistant Professor of English at Marshall University. Originally from Morocco, today he gives us a perspective from the Arab World on the current war in Israel and Gaza. 

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This Saturday morning, Dr. Chris White, Professor of the History department at Marshall University is in conversation with two guests to bring us varied perspectives on the ongoing conflict that is ripping apart parts of the Middle East. How do the two sides view this ongoing humanitarian crisis that has claimed over 2000 innocent lives and displaced more than tens of thousands people? As responsible academics, we made the conscious choice to provide our listeners with both sides to the story, without our biases at play. Our podcasts were recorded in the past week, so the events as they are unfolding may not be up to date, but the ethos with which we recorded these episodes still remains the same. 

In this first episode, our invited guest was Rabbi Victor Urecki of B'nai Jacob Synagogue in Charleston, WV. He talks to us today about the impact of the Hamas attacks from the perspective of a Jewish spiritual and community leader, with extensive experience and knowledge of the region.

Which historical figure continues to divide people about his legacy? Who was this historical figure who inadvertently started the largest non-human movement in world history connecting and changing global interactions permanently? Have we piqued your curiosity? Need a quick 10 minute recap of this day in history? Listen in to Marshall University History faculty, Dr. Chris White, summarize the significance of This Day in History in the second episode of our podcast, History Over Coffee! 

War has broken out in Israel and Palestine. On the 50th anniversary of the Yom Kippur War, Hamas killed over 500 Israelis, with the Israelis not wasting any time to launch a counterattack. Why have the two regions not managed to find a resolution? What is the history of this region and conflict? Listen in to Dr. White providing an excellent overview of the history of the region and the contentious relationship between Israel and Palestine.

What happened at the stroke of midnight on October 1st, 1979? The sun rose over the Pacific and set over the Caribbean Sea. A manmade structure connecting two major oceans changed hands between 2 countries. Intrigued? Curious? Need a quick 10 minute recap of this day in history? Listen to Marshall University History faculty, Dr. Chris White, summarize the significance of This Day in History in our debut podcast, History Over Coffee!