There are research projects to grade, and I clean the oven instead.

Frances Perkins was the first woman to serve in a presidential cabinet, and so much more. The new book, Dear Miss Perkins by Rebecca Brenner Graham is discussed on my latest podcast episode on @newbooksnetwork.bsky.social newbooksnetwork.com/dear-miss-pe...

Today in world civilization class, I taught that the American century was over. First time that happened in 30 years of college lecturing.

If you’re looking for a free way to support an author, did you know you can ask your library to stock a book you want to read that they don’t have yet? And usually it’s a very basic online form? Google your library name plus the words “request a title” or “suggest a title” to find yours.

Take a walk with me around the Visitor Center at Thompson Park in Lincroft, New Jersey. Geraldine L. Thompson's home for over 70 years! #njhistory #womenshistory #mrsthompsonsavestheday www.youtube.com/watch?app=de...

It was great to share Geraldine L. Thompson's story on with Jacqui Tricarico @news12li.bsky.social @njhistory.bsky.social #mrsthompsonsavesheday #njhistory www.youtube.com/watch?v=wAoj...

When it comes to iconic American women, no one compares with Jackie O! Our podcast conversation is pretty great, too - on New Books in Women's History @newbooksnetwork.bsky.social Congrats to Karen M. Dunak and @nyupress.bsky.social megaphone.link/NBNK6302363498

Hello, beautiful! Here's my podcast on New Books in Women's History. Fascinating new look at all things beauty. Margarette Lincoln's book, Perfection published by Yale University Press. @yalepress.bsky.social @margarettel.bsky.social @newbooksnetwork.bsky.social megaphone.link/NBNK1953420405