Ask the Expert Videos

Paul O'Hara

Paul O'Hara offers an historical perspective on the annual celebration of St. Patrick's Day, focusing on its transition by Irish immigrants from Ireland to America.

March 15, 2011

 

Bill Hagerty

Get a last-minute Oscar primer with Xavier University's resident film guru, Bill Hagerty, who tells you all you need to know about Hollywood's biggest event. The 83rd Academy Awards are on Sunday, Feb. 27.

February 25, 2011

 

Christian End

Why do we watch sports? Can cheering fans impact the outcome of a game? Why is the Super Bowl so big? Christian End, associate professor of psychology at Xavier University, tackles the big questions behind America's biggest sporting event.

February 4, 2011

 

Bob Cotter

Xavier film guru Bob Cotter explains the qualities that make certain movies seasonal classics. Think: Jimmy Stewart's "It's a Wonderful Life" and Chevy Chase in "Christmas Vacation."

December 20, 2010

 

Gillian Ahlgren

Professor of theology Gillian Ahlgren ties together some of our Christmas traditions and their religious origins. Who was St. Nicholas? Why do we give presents?

December 6, 2010

 

Rabbi Abie Ingber

Rabbi Abie Ingber, founding director of Xavier's Office of Interfaith Community Engagement, explains the origins of Hanukkah, an eight-day Jewish celebration also known as the Festival of Lights.

November 30, 2010

 

Jeff Ledford

Xavier resident dining chef Jeff Ledford offers his tips on how to prepare a great Thanksgiving meal.

November 22, 2010

 

Dr. Mike Nelson

Professor of psychology Dr. Mike Nelson examines the holiday blues - and how to avoid them.

November 11, 2010

 

Gene Beaupre

Xavier's political expert takes a look at the 2010 elections, why they are so important and how political campaigning has changed in the last few years.

November 1, 2010