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Rutgers University Press PodcastLucas F. W. Wilson, "At Home with the Holocaust: Postmemory, Domestic Space, and Second-Generation Holocaust Narratives" (Rutgers UP, 2025)At Home with the Holocaust: Postmemory, Domestic Space, and Second-Generation Holocaust Narratives (Rutgers UP, 2025) examines the relationship between intergenerational trauma and domestic space, focusing on how Holocaust survivors’ homes became extensions of their traumatized psyches that their children “inhabited.” Analyzing second- and third-generation Holocaust literature—such as Art Spiegelman's Maus, Jonathan Safran Foer's Everything Is Illuminated, Sonia Pilcer's The Holocaust Kid, and Elizabeth Rosner's The Speed of Light—as well as oral histories of children of survivors, Lucas F. W. Wilson's study reveals how the material conditions of survivor-family homes, along with household practices and belongings, rendered these homes as spaces of trau...2025-07-1848 min
New Books in Jewish StudiesLucas F. W. Wilson, "At Home with the Holocaust: Postmemory, Domestic Space, and Second-Generation Holocaust Narratives" (Rutgers UP, 2025)At Home with the Holocaust: Postmemory, Domestic Space, and Second-Generation Holocaust Narratives (Rutgers UP, 2025) examines the relationship between intergenerational trauma and domestic space, focusing on how Holocaust survivors’ homes became extensions of their traumatized psyches that their children “inhabited.” Analyzing second- and third-generation Holocaust literature—such as Art Spiegelman's Maus, Jonathan Safran Foer's Everything Is Illuminated, Sonia Pilcer's The Holocaust Kid, and Elizabeth Rosner's The Speed of Light—as well as oral histories of children of survivors, Lucas F. W. Wilson's study reveals how the material conditions of survivor-family homes, along with household practices and belongings, rendered these homes as spaces of trau...2025-07-1848 min
New Books in Genocide StudiesLucas F. W. Wilson, "At Home with the Holocaust: Postmemory, Domestic Space, and Second-Generation Holocaust Narratives" (Rutgers UP, 2025)At Home with the Holocaust: Postmemory, Domestic Space, and Second-Generation Holocaust Narratives (Rutgers UP, 2025) examines the relationship between intergenerational trauma and domestic space, focusing on how Holocaust survivors’ homes became extensions of their traumatized psyches that their children “inhabited.” Analyzing second- and third-generation Holocaust literature—such as Art Spiegelman's Maus, Jonathan Safran Foer's Everything Is Illuminated, Sonia Pilcer's The Holocaust Kid, and Elizabeth Rosner's The Speed of Light—as well as oral histories of children of survivors, Lucas F. W. Wilson's study reveals how the material conditions of survivor-family homes, along with household practices and belongings, rendered these homes as spaces of trau...2025-07-1848 min
New Books NetworkLucas F. W. Wilson, "At Home with the Holocaust: Postmemory, Domestic Space, and Second-Generation Holocaust Narratives" (Rutgers UP, 2025)At Home with the Holocaust: Postmemory, Domestic Space, and Second-Generation Holocaust Narratives (Rutgers UP, 2025) examines the relationship between intergenerational trauma and domestic space, focusing on how Holocaust survivors’ homes became extensions of their traumatized psyches that their children “inhabited.” Analyzing second- and third-generation Holocaust literature—such as Art Spiegelman's Maus, Jonathan Safran Foer's Everything Is Illuminated, Sonia Pilcer's The Holocaust Kid, and Elizabeth Rosner's The Speed of Light—as well as oral histories of children of survivors, Lucas F. W. Wilson's study reveals how the material conditions of survivor-family homes, along with household practices and belongings, rendered these homes as spaces of trau...2025-07-1848 min
Mommy Dentists in Business299: Interview with a Board-Certified Periodontist and a Trailblazer in Modern Dentistry, Dr. Sarah Balaster Dr. Sarah Balaster is a board-certified periodontist and a trailblazer in modern dentistry, celebrated for her innovative approach to advancing patient care and driving industry growth. Named one of the “10 Dentists to Know” by Becker’s Dental Review, she brings a unique blend of clinical excellence and creative vision, shaped by her fine arts background. Dr. Balaster earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine and completed her periodontal residency at NYU. With experience in both private practice and clinical leadership—cutting her teeth as the Chief Dental Officer...2025-02-0732 min
Dr. Gallagher's Podcast21 Unmatched OMFS Residency Spots?! Crushing Oral Surgery Applications, Surviving Intern Year, Dentistry vs. Medicine for Work-Life BalanceTop 5 Viewers on this Episode on TikTok LIVE #47 Q&A:
1st - Matthew, @maboujudom
2nd – Luke, @the.dental.student
3rd – Bhuiyanraihanul, @brilliantryloth
4th – Ruby Johnson, @_ruby_johnson_
5th - Dr. Patrick Monahan, @patmonahan16
Questions:
00:30 – "How can I get higher chances into getting into OMFS?"
01:15 – "What's better, Rutgers or NYU for dental school as far as specializing?"
02:45 – "What got you into your OMFS program, in your opinion?"
04:10 – "How many programs did you apply to and how did yo...2025-01-2822 min
Let's Get OralPeri-Implantitis & the Oral Microbiome with Dr. Georgios Kotsakis!This episode is for our Perio Peeps! We sit down with Dr. Georgios Kotsakis, a clinical researcher focusing on bone regeneration procedures in Implant surgery and Peri-implantitis Therapy. This conversation explores emergent findings in the management of peri-implantitis and how Dr. Kotaskis goes about prevention vs treatment of gum disease.Dr. Kotsakis is a periodontal expert who serves as a Professor of Oral Biology and Assistant Dean of Clinical Research at Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. He received his DDS from the University of Athens and practiced in Athens, Greece for several years before...2024-11-2251 min
The ONS PodcastEpisode 334: Oral Care for Patients With Cancer “There is an old saying that if you ignore your teeth, they’ll go away. I think that’s a true, true statement. People may think they can get away without daily hygiene. I think that’s kind of important, that you should at least get your teeth taken care of at least once or twice a day by brushing and flossing. I mean this has been proven. Our dental people have really taken the lead on preventive care with oral hygiene in that respect,” Raymond Scarpa, DNP, APN-C, AOCN® clinical program manager of head and neck oncology and supervisory...2024-10-2525 min
Rutgers Oral History Archives Podcast10. The Story of Richard Mack and Manny’s DenThe Rutgers Oral History Archives (ROHA) presents “The Story of Richard Mack and Manny’s Den: How a Small Business Owner in a College Town Won LGBTQ Rights in the Years before Stonewall."
Manny's Den was a bar and restaurant in New Brunswick, New Jersey that was owned and operated by Manny and Leah Mack and their son Richard. In 1965, state agents of the Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) raided Manny's Den. The ABC suspended the liquor license of Manny's Den because the patrons were gay. The Macks then challenged the suspension and took the case to t...2024-10-1142 minRutgers Oral History Archives Podcast9. ROHA Spotlight Podcast of Carl N. Shuster, Jr.This episode explores the life of Carl N. Shuster, Jr., a member of the Rutgers Class of 1942 and veteran of the Second World War. In this episode, Patrick Mullen (SAS '24) shines a spotlight on Carl Shuster and his experiences growing up in New Jersey, going to college on the banks of the Raritan, and flying missions with the Eighth Air Force during World War II. Shuster graduated from Rutgers and was commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Army. He initially served in the headquarters company of a unit in the 100th Infantry Division. Then, he transferred...2024-10-1118 minRutgers Oral History Archives Podcast8. ROHA Spotlight Podcast of Kamlu GulrajaniIn 1946, Kamlu Gulrajani was born in what is now Pakistan to a Sindhi-Hindu family. This episode traces her life, from Pakistan to India to the United States, and examines historical intersections, such as her family's migration during the partition of the Indian subcontinent in 1947 and the ostracization of her mother as a result of leaving an abusive marriage. ROHA shines a spotlight on Kamlu's journey: growing up in Mumbai, going on to higher education, immigrating to the United States, transitioning to a career in America, and engaging in the communities around her through cultural and philanthropic endeavors. To access...2024-10-1115 minRutgers Oral History Archives Podcast7. ROHA Spotlight Podcast Of Marge HowesIn light of the 50th anniversary of the passage of Title IX in the Educational Amendments of 1972, this podcast will explore, through the lens of oral history, what it was like for women athletes and coaches in the era before this groundbreaking legislation. Marge Howes was a pioneering athlete and collegiate coach and administrator who laid the foundation for women's athletics at Rutgers University and beyond in the mid-20th century. To access the full transcript of Rutgers Professor of History Paul Clemens' interview of Howes in 2012, visit oralhistory.rutgers.edu/interviews-ca…9-howes-margeTo access the podcast transcript, vis...2024-10-1125 minRutgers Oral History Archives Podcast6. The Cold War: Identifying the EnemyIn this ROHA Podcast, Isabella Kolic, Rutgers Class of '21, examines the concept of "the enemy" during the Cold War. This documentary podcast draws from interviews in the Rutgers Oral History Archives of American veterans and highlights some of the varied perspectives of those who served in the Korean and Vietnam Wars, focusing on service members who fought the Cold War on the ground and met the enemy head on. Who or what was the enemy for military personnel, and how did that differ from the enemy espoused in the dominant anti-Communist narrative? This podcast will explore those questions...2024-10-1127 minRutgers Oral History Archives Podcast5. ROHA Spotlight Podcast of Harvey GrimsleyThis episode is a ROHA Spotlight of Harvey Grimsley, World War II veteran, Rutgers Athletic Hall of Famer, and leading scorer during his football career in the late 1940s at Rutgers. In this podcast, Sofia Ruiz, Rutgers Class of 2021, traces the life and times of Grimsley, from his birth in Haleburg, Alabama to his family's migration to New Jersey, from his service in a segregated unit in Europe during the Second World War to his attending Rutgers on the GI Bill. To read the full transcript of ROHA Director Shaun Illingworth's oral history interview with Harvey Grimsley, visit oralhistory.r...2024-10-1113 minRutgers Oral History Archives Podcast4. Women in the Mississippi Freedom Movement: An Interview with Pamela WalkerIn this podcast interview, Pamela Walker discusses the oral history interviews she conducted of Black women in the Mississippi Delta as a part of her research into the Box Project and race, gender and political participation in 1960s-era social movements. Walker is a doctoral candidate in the Department of History in the School of Arts and Sciences at Rutgers University and the 2018 recipient of the John W. Chambers Oral History Graduate Fellowship.2024-10-1134 minRutgers Oral History Archives Podcast3. ROHA Spotlight Podcast of Richard D. HeffnerThis episode is a ROHA Spotlight of Richard D. Heffner, the renowned broadcaster, educator and historian.2024-10-1106 minRutgers Oral History Archives Podcast2. Breaking the Silence: An Interview with Caitlin WiesnerIn this episode, Kathryn Tracy Rizzi of the Rutgers Oral History Archives interviews Caitlin Wiesner about the oral history interviews she conducted while researching the role of African American women in the feminist movement against sexual violence from 1974 to 1994. Wiesner, the John W. Chambers Oral History Graduate Fellow, is a Doctoral Candidate in the Department of History, Rutgers School of Arts and Sciences.2024-10-1141 minRutgers Oral History Archives Podcast1. A Veterans Day Account of World War IIThe ROHA Podcast launches its first episode with a Veterans Day special!
Edwin Kolodziej (1924-2018), born in Sayreville, NJ, served in the Regimental Combat Scouts of the 379th Regiment, 95th Infantry Division, US Army, in Europe during World War II. This podcast draws on many excerpts from Ed's oral histories to reveal, in his own words, what life was like for a combat infantryman in the Second World War.
---Co-Produced by Shaun Illingworth, Kathryn Rizzi and Zachary BatistaWritten by Zachary BatistaSound Engineer: Donald KogerSpecial Thanks to the...2024-10-1125 min
Rutgers Oral History Archives Podcast0. Introducing the Rutgers Oral History Archives PodcastThe Rutgers Oral History Archives Podcast premiered on November 10, 2019 with a Veterans Day oral history. Listen to Episode 0 for more info on ROHA and the podcast!2024-10-1103 min
Chatting With BetsyThe Storm & The Boats-Pandemic Stories from NJJody produced the central oral history piece at the New Jersey Vietnam Era Educational Center in Holmdel, NJ, and was the founding Director of Film & Video at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C. In addition to her work in film, Jody has extensive experience in both radio and television.In this insightful interview, we discuss Jody Small's new documentary, The Storm & The Boats: A Pandemic Stories Project. The one-hour film captures the experiences of New Jersey residents during the COVID-19 pandemic, preserving their stories for future generations. With over 25...2024-08-2638 min
The Richard Nixon ExperienceRICHARD NIXON and WATERGATE 1974 The Fall ( Part 8 ) The United States of America vs Richard Nixon Oral Arguments part CSend us a textWelcome to the third edition of our podcast presentation of the entire arguments in front of the Supreme Court in the case of the United States vs Richard Nixon. This episode will conclude President Nixon's attorney James St. Clair's presentation and include the Special Prosecutor's Office Counsel Phil Lacavara's presentation. He had worked in the Solicitor General's Office during the previous Democratic Administration but claims to have voted for Richard Nixon twice. Mr. Lacovara was featured in our previous episode titled "The Battle Lines are drawn" from a presentation he did a...2024-07-2346 min
The BulletinLove’s In Need of Love TodayThis week on The Bulletin, Russell Moore and Clarissa Moll welcome Michael Wear back to the show to discuss the GOP’s response to the guilty verdict for former president Donald Trump. Then, historian Kurt Piehler joins to acknowledge the 80th anniversary of D-Day and how WWII affected the Greatest Generation–who are quickly dwindling. Finally, we turn our eyes to the hunger crisis in Sudan amid a violent internal conflict, and ask Eugene Cho how might Christians respond to the need.Today’s Guests:Michael Wear is the Founder, President and CEO of the Center...2024-06-0742 min
University of Michigan Press PodcastPhilip Mark Plotch and Jen Nelles, "Mobilizing the Metropolis: How the Port Authority Built New York" (U Michigan Press, 2023)The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is everywhere in the New York metropolitan area. Founded in 1921, its portfolio includes airports, marine terminals, bus stations, bridges, tunnels, and real estate. But its history is not widely known and its inner workings are little understood by people who traverse its domain when they fly into John F. Kennedy International Airport, ride the PATH trains from New York to New Jersey, or drive across the George Washington Bridge.Mobilizing the Metropolis: How the Port Authority Built New York (U Michigan Press, 2023), by Philip Mark Plotch and Jen N...2024-04-2348 min
New Books in Economic and Business HistoryPhilip Mark Plotch and Jen Nelles, "Mobilizing the Metropolis: How the Port Authority Built New York" (U Michigan Press, 2023)The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is everywhere in the New York metropolitan area. Founded in 1921, its portfolio includes airports, marine terminals, bus stations, bridges, tunnels, and real estate. But its history is not widely known and its inner workings are little understood by people who traverse its domain when they fly into John F. Kennedy International Airport, ride the PATH trains from New York to New Jersey, or drive across the George Washington Bridge.Mobilizing the Metropolis: How the Port Authority Built New York (U Michigan Press, 2023), by Philip Mark Plotch and Jen N...2024-04-2348 min
New Books in Urban StudiesPhilip Mark Plotch and Jen Nelles, "Mobilizing the Metropolis: How the Port Authority Built New York" (U Michigan Press, 2023)The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is everywhere in the New York metropolitan area. Founded in 1921, its portfolio includes airports, marine terminals, bus stations, bridges, tunnels, and real estate. But its history is not widely known and its inner workings are little understood by people who traverse its domain when they fly into John F. Kennedy International Airport, ride the PATH trains from New York to New Jersey, or drive across the George Washington Bridge.Mobilizing the Metropolis: How the Port Authority Built New York (U Michigan Press, 2023), by Philip Mark Plotch and Jen N...2024-04-2348 min
New Books in Public PolicyPhilip Mark Plotch and Jen Nelles, "Mobilizing the Metropolis: How the Port Authority Built New York" (U Michigan Press, 2023)The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is everywhere in the New York metropolitan area. Founded in 1921, its portfolio includes airports, marine terminals, bus stations, bridges, tunnels, and real estate. But its history is not widely known and its inner workings are little understood by people who traverse its domain when they fly into John F. Kennedy International Airport, ride the PATH trains from New York to New Jersey, or drive across the George Washington Bridge.Mobilizing the Metropolis: How the Port Authority Built New York (U Michigan Press, 2023), by Philip Mark Plotch and Jen N...2024-04-2348 min
New Books in American StudiesPhilip Mark Plotch and Jen Nelles, "Mobilizing the Metropolis: How the Port Authority Built New York" (U Michigan Press, 2023)The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is everywhere in the New York metropolitan area. Founded in 1921, its portfolio includes airports, marine terminals, bus stations, bridges, tunnels, and real estate. But its history is not widely known and its inner workings are little understood by people who traverse its domain when they fly into John F. Kennedy International Airport, ride the PATH trains from New York to New Jersey, or drive across the George Washington Bridge.Mobilizing the Metropolis: How the Port Authority Built New York (U Michigan Press, 2023), by Philip Mark Plotch and Jen N...2024-04-2348 min
Military Historians are People, Too!S4E22 G. Kurt Piehler - Florida State UniversityToday's special Leap Year guest is World War II social historian and oral history advocate G. Kurt Piehler. Kurt is the Director of the Institute on World War II and the Human Experience at Florida State University. He has held academic appointments at the City University of New York and Drew University, and was the founding director of the Rutgers Oral History Archives and served as Director of the Center for the Study of War and Society at the University of Tennessee. He was a Fulbright Lecturer in American Studies at Kobe University and Kyoto University and served as...2024-03-191h 06
Flex Diet PodcastEpisode 251: The Role of Microbiome in Elevating Exercise and Dietary Outcomes with Dr Sara CampbellJoin me, Dr. Mike T Nelson, on the Flex Diet Podcast, where we explore the intricate connections between gut health and exercise performance. In this conversation with Dr. Sarah Campbell, we expand upon the influence of antibiotics on aerobic performance, delving into how hydration and different types of water can impact your gut microbiota. We also discuss the often-overlooked oral microbiome, examining its interactions with pre-workout supplements and mouthwashes, and consider environmental factors such as fluoride on our internal ecosystems. Tune in for a blend of personal insights and scientific discussions as I share updates from my time in...2024-02-191h 05
Psychoanalysis On and Off the CouchOur Oral Tradition and the Aging Analyst with Nancy McWilliams, PhD (Lambertville, New Jersey)"My analysis not only allowed me to grieve [my mother], with my analyst patiently pushing me in the direction of my feelings, but it radically transformed my life. I wouldn't have had kids if I hadn't had my analysis because I thought ‘I'm an ambitious person, I want a career, you can't do everything’. I didn't know any models of women who had a career and enjoyed motherhood. In my analysis I learned just through analyzing my own dreams and free associations, that this was all a rationalization. I was a very maternal person and I had the unconscious beli...2023-12-1750 min
GSA Momentum DiscussionsAging and Oral Health Research: Insights from the 2023 AADOCR Meeting within a MeetingThis Momentum Discussion podcast provides insight into the “Aging and Oral Health Research “Meeting within a Meeting” held during the March 2023 American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research Annual Meeting. Learn about the primary objectives and outcomes of the meeting and the impact of loneliness and isolation in older adults and oral health and nutrition in aging.
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Moderator:
Karen Tracy
The Gerontological Society of America
Washington, DC
Panelists:
Jane A. Weintraub
Department of Pediatric and Public Health
Adams School of Dentistry
University of North...2023-10-3128 min
Newly EruptedWhat’s Next for the AAPD Research & Policy Center and Public Health Policy?Dr. Chelsea Fosse, Director of the AAPD Research & Policy Center joins Newly Erupted to chat about her experience shifting from clinical care to a focus on oral health policy. She and host Dr. Joel Berg discuss the big picture of where we are as a nation in terms of children’s oral health and how the work of the AAPD Research & Policy Center makes an impact on policy and the profession. Plus, hear the latest info on policy issues affecting pediatric dentists that may not be on your radar. Guest Bio: Chelsea Fosse, DMD, MPH is...2023-09-2820 min
The Just MS (Multiple Sclerosis) ShowApplegate's MS Update, Farewell to a Fighter, Thousands Swim for MS in Barcelona, and Exciting Discoveries. MS News Roundup, July 10th – 16thSend us a textWelcome to "The Just M.S. Show" with your host, Justin Loizos. In this episode, we delve into the world of multiple sclerosis (MS) and its profound impact on individuals and communities. Join us as we explore a series of news articles shedding light on the triumphs, challenges, and advancements in the field.Here are the articles covered in this episode:Resilient Actress Christina Applegate (Survivornet)Link: [www.survivornet.com/articles/resilient-actress-christina-applegate-51-says-its-never-a-good-day-with-ms-but-she-pushes-on-for-her-family]Ridgewood Mom Dies at 52; Spread Joy While Battling MS For 22 Years (Patch)...2023-07-1611 min
The Rutgers Oral History Archives (ROHA) Podcast10. The Story of Richard Mack and Manny’s DenThe Rutgers Oral History Archives (ROHA) presents “The Story of Richard Mack and Manny’s Den: How a Small Business Owner in a College Town Won LGBTQ Rights in the Years before Stonewall."
Manny's Den was a bar and restaurant in New Brunswick, New Jersey that was owned and operated by Manny and Leah Mack and their son Richard. In 1965, state agents of the Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) raided Manny's Den. The ABC suspended the liquor license of Manny's Den because the patrons were gay. The Macks then challenged the suspension and took the case to the New Jers...2023-06-0542 min
The Object of HistoryStories Told in WaxIn this episode, Danny Bottino, a Ph.D. candidate at Rutgers University, explains the importance of studying wax seals, objects that accompany but are often overlooked when historians focus on the text of historical documents. As key components of deeds, letters, and other types of papers, wax seals tell important stories that we are just beginning to understand. Dr. Sara Georgini, the Series Editor of The Papers of John Adams, also shows us one of the most remarkable documents in the entire MHS collection. Learn more about episode objects here: https://www.masshist.org/podcast/season-2-episode-6...2023-04-1539 min
Everyday Oral SurgeryThe Details of Smile Bangladesh (A Humanitarian Mission Trip Organization) and The Benefits of Participating with Dr. Shahid AzizIt’s easy to forget that not everyone has access to and education about oral surgery and today on Every Day Oral Surgery, we are joined by the founder of Smile Bangladesh, Dr. Shahid Aziz to tell us all about how his foundation is making a difference in oral surgery in Bangladesh. Tuning in, you’ll hear about our guest’s education and career, what led him to create Smile Bangladesh, what they do exactly, the assistance he receives, and what surgeons his usual team consists of. Dr. Aziz delves into how residents can get involved in Smile Bangladesh, the sc...2023-03-0628 min
Katie The Traveling Lactation ConsultantEp 35 Dr Cordero-RicardoPhiladelphia just got a great new pediatric dental practice, Philadelphia Pediatric Dentistry with Dr Maria Cordero-Ricardo. As an experienced and patient teacher, Dr Maria spent the last 10 years in academia teaching and guiding dental students in all the ways of infant oral health and tongue tie. Now that she is in private practice, Dr Maria is passionate about her office being a calm environment for all (low sensory, calm lighting, great spots for parents to sit and very calming presence). Infant oral health, and habits that parents can adopt before the child turns 3 are rarely discussed, but in her off...2022-12-0654 min