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Volumes, the Austin Public Library podcast shares stories of creativity, knowledge and innovation through conversations with the people of Austin.
Writers from the Challenger Street Newspaper read selections of their published stories aloud on the third Wednesday of each month.
The mission of the Challenger Street Newspaper is to empower people in need with economic opportunity and have their viewpoints heard. The material in The Challenger newspaper reflects the opinions of its authors.
Librarians, library fans and KOOP DJs celebrate our 100th episode by sharing what they love most about the Austin Public Library
Photographer and Archives Media Specialist Grace McEvoy speaks about the work she does at the Austin History Center.
In this episode, our guest is APL’s new Communications Manager, Rachel Nguyen. We'll discuss the new AISD Student Card available at the Library! The student card connects learners to homework help, books, movies, music, research materials and games at Austin Public Library’s 22 locations as well as our Virtual Library.
An interview with Senior Public Information Specialist Kanya Lyons about her decade-long career at APL.
Let's get to know St. John Branch Managing Librarian Vivien Addison and learn about the St. John neighborhood
Writers from the Challenger Street Newspaper read selections of their published stories aloud on the third Wednesday of each month.
The mission of the Challenger Street Newspaper is to empower people in need with economic opportunity and have their viewpoints heard. The material in The Challenger newspaper reflects the opinions of its authors.
An inside perspective of the Austin Central Library from Volunteer Docent and MLS Graduate Kathryn Pew!
A discussion with Jess Archer and Aaron Weiss about the exhibit, Refugee Is Not My Name which took place in the Gallery at the Austin Central Library between June 7 to August 6, 2018.
Zach Baumer, Climate Program Manager for the City of Austin, discusses the City's commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and building community resilience, as well as what Austinites can do to help!
Writers from the Challenger Street Newspaper read selections of their published stories aloud on the third Wednesday of each month.
The mission of the Challenger Street Newspaper is to empower people in need with economic opportunity and have their viewpoints heard. The material in The Challenger newspaper reflects the opinions of its authors.
Let's get to know Assistant Director of Public Services Anne Bramblett and her vision for the Austin Public Library.
This episode is a rebroadcast of an interview courtesy of the Sitka Public Library Podcast. Ryan Dowd is the author of "The Librarian's Guide to Homelessness" and Director of the Hesed House shelter outside of Chicago. Ryan spoke with Sitka Public Library Director Andrew Murphy at the 2018 Alaska Library Association Conference in Anchorage.
Independent Scholar and former Austin History Center Volunteer Scott Hoffman and Video Archivist Tim Hamblin discuss the Austin History Center'sLGBTQ+ Resource Guide. The collections of the Austin History Center contain valuable materials about lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered and queer/questioning people and LGBTQ+ issues. The guide makes it easier to identify and locate these resources.
This episode was recorded in response to questions from Angela Hursh who is writing an article about libraries creating podcasts for her blog, SuperLibraryMarketing.com.
Writers from the Challenger Street Newspaper read selections of their published stories aloud on the third Wednesday of each month.
The mission of the Challenger Street Newspaper is to empower people in need with economic opportunity and have their viewpoints heard. The material in The Challenger newspaper reflects the opinions of its authors
We delve into the historical significance of Juneteenth and how it has been celebrated in Austin. Our guest, Austin History Center Manager Mike Miller.
Librarian Patti Cook shares what's in store for kids and families at the 2018 Summer Reading Program of the Austin Public Library.
Van (AKA Gabe Ransenberg) and Devo Carpenter tell us about the Van Show and his recent author interviews at the Texas Library Association Conference.
Librarians Zarissa Cline and Ayne Ray tell us about the amazing 2018 Adult Summer Reading Program, Book Your Summer and how this program is about coming together to create, learn and celebrate community.
Writers from the Challenger Street Newspaper read selections of their published stories aloud on the third Wednesday of each month.
The mission of the Challenger Street Newspaper is to empower people in need with economic opportunity and have their viewpoints heard. The material in The Challenger newspaper reflects the opinions of its authors.
Traditional Healing & Tech Connect
In the first half of the program, Cepeda Branch Managing Librarian Irma Manges-Flores discusses Traditional Healing workshops and programs at the Cepeda Branch. For the second half of the program, Regional Branch Operation Managing Librarian Patti Fowler talks about the Tech Connect digital inclusion week.
Veronica Samo of the Small Business Division of the City of Austin's Economic Development Department discusses the free business classes and workshops taking place in partnership with the Austin Public Library.
With Earth Day in mind, Librarian Amy Mullin discusses eBooks and Virtual Library resources that can point the way to a greener, more sustainable lifestyle.
Writers from the Challenger Street Newspaper read selections of their published stories aloud on the third Wednesday of each month.
The mission of the Challenger Street Newspaper is to empower people in need with economic opportunity and have their viewpoints heard. The material in The Challenger newspaper reflects the opinions of its authors
In recognition of National Poetry Month, this episode of Volumes features the Chicon Street Poets reading their work at the monthly Aural Literature program.
Adult Story Hour invites people to share a five-minute story of truth, fiction, humor or drama. There's a different theme each month.
Pleasant Hill is a vibrant Austin community. Librarian Jeff Melkerson talks about what makes this South Austin area and its branch of the Library unique.
Writers from the Challenger Street Newspaper read selections of their published stories aloud.
The mission of the Challenger Street Newspaper is to empower people in need with economic opportunity and have their viewpoints heard. The material in the Challenger Street Newspaper reflects the opinions of its authors.
Amanda Jasso and Ayshea Khan share their experiences as archivists at the Austin History Center and highlight some of Austin's outstanding female role models in celebration of Women's History Month.
library.austintexas.gov/location/austin-history-center
Librarian and Recycled Reads Manager Mindy Reed talks about female leadership, her career, and how libraries can empower women and girls.
DJ Harris, a programmer at KOOP, volunteers his time serving as the engineer for APL Volumes.
In this episode, DJ tells us about his love of radio and libraries and how both have influenced his life.
Hopeton Hay, producer of the Celebration of Diverse Literary Voices of Texas event at Austin Central Library talks about the program and the importance of multicultural literature.
library.austintexas.gov/diversevoices
Writers from the Challenger Street Newspaper read selections of their published stories aloud.
The mission of the Challenger Street Newspaper is to empower people in need with economic opportunity and have their viewpoints heard. The material in the Challenger Street Newspaper reflects the opinions of its authors.
challengernewspaper.org
In this episode Reference Librarian, Andrea Schwartz from the Austin Central Library tells us about the upcoming program "Talking Pictures."
library.austintexas.gov/event-tags/talking-pictures
Learn what meditation can do for you as we discuss the Guided Healing Meditation Program at the Austin Central Library with Dr. James Phillips.
library.austintexas.gov/event-tags/guided-healing-meditation
In this episode, learn about the program "Express Yourself through Media and Technology” at the Ruiz Branch.
Emma Kypuros, a program leader from Latinitas and Monica Lozano of the Austin Public Library tell how teens can become a media and technology whiz.
In this edition, we learn about the Willie Mae Kirk Branch and highlight some of our favorite music from the collection with DJ Anthony Poe.
Writers from the Challenger Street Newspaper read selections of their published stories aloud.
The mission of the Challenger Street Newspaper is to empower people in need with economic opportunity and have their viewpoints heard. The material in The Challenger newspaper reflects the opinions of its authors. More information is available at challengernewspaper.org.
Due to technical difficulties episode 60 was rebroadcast as episode 64.
In this episode, we delve into the true crime literary genre and discuss the Library's new True Crime Book Club with Librarians Julie Brown and Maggie Bond.
From our podcast archive, Thor Harris chats with the Austin Public Library about his rich musical career, working with his hands, and successfully dealing with depression. Thor has played with Swans, Angels of Light, Gretchen Phillips and many others.
An excerpt from our podcast archive, this special edition of Volumes features an interview with Jello Biafra, musician, activist and former lead singer of the Dead Kennedys. Biafra talks to the Austin Public Library about intellectual freedom, censorship, and libraries.
Get to know the person behind the Central Library Avatar. Author Sarah Bird tells us about her writing process and how she utilizes the Library.
And the National Book Award goes to...
Librarians Patti Fowler and Ann Minner walk us through the best of the best of the 2017 National Book Awards.
Writers from the Challenger Street Newspaper read selections of their published stories aloud.
The mission of the Challenger Street Newspaper is to empower people in need with economic opportunity and have their viewpoints heard. The material in The Challenger newspaper reflects the opinions of its authors.
challengernewspaper.org
Chris Chiarchiaro talks to us about being a quasi-librarian, former educator, amateur artist/writer, wannabe world traveler and a constant observer. We'll also discuss the blogs Chris writes for the Austin Public Library.
Are you in love with Romance novels, Classic Romance and Youth Romance literature?
In this edition of the show we chat with Reference Librarian Maggie Bond about the Romance Book Club starting at the Central Library in November!
library.austintexas.gov/event-tags/romance-book-club
Puppeteer Ellen Scott joins our radio show to talk about the exciting new exhibit at the Central Library featuring puppets from Literature LIVE’s past and present.
This week on Volumes we get to know the Austin Public Library's New Director, Roosevelt Weeks, and discuss the New Central Library and what its opening means for the people of Austin.
We talk with Reference Librarian Blair Parsons about how he came to work at the Austin Public Library, how the old Faulk building compares to the New Central Library and how libraries support of free thought!
In this episode of Volumes, we have a conversation with Reference Librarian Cesar Garza about APL’s Social Media Ambassadors, an amazing group of individuals who help raise awareness of the Library on social media. More info about this program can be found at library.austintexas.gov/ambassador.
Also joining the conversation, Austin author and avid reader Alex Kiester tells us about her experience as a Social Media Ambassador and her reading recommendations at www.ABookToLove.com.
Later in the show, Chilean singer-songwriter Ricardo Parra performs live in the studio.
On this show, we celebrate our 50th Episode! We had special guest performers from the Read it, Sing it, Let Us Hear it open mic at the Library's Carver Branch:
- Rosemary Hook: spoken word performance
- Chandra Washington: a cappella vocal performance
- Bill Donaldson: acoustic guitar and vocal performance
More info about the open mic program can be found at www.facebook.com/groups/APLOpenMic.
This episode was simulcast live on the Austin Public Library Facebook page. Check out the broadcast anytime in the videos tab of @AustinLibrary on Facebook.
In this episode, we talk about nerds and freedom of information with Monica Jones, Youth Librarian at the Hampton Branch at Oak Hill, and Lewis Weil, co-boss of Nerd Nite-Austin!
In this episode we talk with Connie McCracken, who works at the Office of Programs and Partnerships, about Hispanic Heritage month and the English Learning resources available at the Austin Public Library.
In this episode we talk with Arielle Pizano, Administrative Assistant at the Twin Oaks Branch, about how the Library is more than books and how staff members are more than just clerks.
In the episode, we talk with Amanda Rohlich from the City of Austin’s Office of Sustainability about EcoDistricts like the Seaholm EcoDistrict where the New Central Library is located.
Emma de Boer, Youth Services Librarian at the Howson Branch, talks about her love of reading, her literary-inspired tattoo, what it’s like to work with kids and her success connecting people with the Library on APL’s Instagram account:
www.instagram.com/austinpubliclibrary.
In this episode, we have a conversation with Austin Public Library Warehouse Supervisor Mike Dworaczyk and Librarian Betsey Blanche about the move to the New Central Library.
In Episode 43 of Volumes we have a conversation with the members of the all-youth-librarian band Echo and the Bats including an acoustic performance of several of their songs
Episode 40 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Administrative Assistant Miranda Tong about the Old Quarry Branch, its community, and the Library as a cultural broker.
http://library.austintexas.gov/old-quarry-branch
The episode also features a discussion recognizing the 27th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, also known as the ADA. The ADA and ADA Amendments Act assures that individuals with disabilities have equal opportunity and access to businesses, employment, transportation, state and local government programs and services, and telecommunications. All Austin Public Library facilities are ADA compliant and provide access to people with disabilities.
Episode 39 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Youth Services Librarian Raquel Reyna discussing her work at the Little Walnut Creek Branch of the Austin Public Library, and the families and the diverse community in the Rundberg area who use the Library.
http://library.austintexas.gov/little-walnut-creek-branch
Austin hip hop artist and producer Kydd Jones shared about his time in the Atlanta hip hop scene as well as a few childhood memories of the Austin Public Library Music appears courtesy of @kyddbeats
Episode 38 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Kaleelah Mangum, Administrative Assistant at the Manchaca Road Branch, discussing the diverse programs, services and resources available at this library. The Manchaca Road Branch is located at 5500 Manchaca Road in South Austin. http://library.austintexas.gov/manchaca-road-branch
Austin's own Sertified shares his thoughts on story telling and the value of libraries. Music appears courtesy of @Sertified
Aural Literature Ep 12 Lesser Gonzalez Alvarez , Lindsay Raspi, Austin Rodenbiker & Katelin Kelly.
Episode 37 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Vanessa Bissereth, Administrative Assistant at the Windsor Park Branch discussing Author's Corner, a short fiction writing workshop taking place at the Windsor Park Branch beginning in September 2017. The workshops will take place on the second and third Saturdays of the month from September through December, and are limited to thirteen participants. Entries must be submitted online by August 1st, 2017. http://library.austintexas.gov/authorscorner The episode also features a conversation with Sev Coursen, Volumes Volunteer Assistant Producer, discussing two books he is currently reading; “Believing is Seeing: Observations on the Mysteries of Photography” by Errol Morris and “Engineers of the Soul” by Frank Westerman.
APL Radio Show Volumes Ep. 36 | 6/28/2017 Episode 36 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Administrative Senior Jorge Harada discussing the diverse programs, services and events at the Ruiz Branch and the community that utilizes this Library. The Ruiz branch is located at 1600 Grove Boulevard in the Montopolis neighborhood in Southeast Austin. The branch features a large collection of Spanish and Chinese language materials, tutoring, workshops, film screenings and music events, and a connected Youth Center where teens can check out laptops and participate in youth programming and services. http://library.austintexas.gov/ruiz-branch The episode also features a conversation with Federico Pacheco, the Library’s Media and Communications Volunteer and a valuable member of the Volumes production team, discussing a book he is currently reading; “The Innovators: How a group of Hackers, Geniuses, and Geeks created the Digital Revolution” by Walter Issacson.
Thomas Shaw of Mount Pressmore talks songwriting, Mount Pressmore's latest album, and libraries. http://mountpressmore.com
Episode 35 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Library Facility Project Coordinator Heidi Tse. The episode also features a performance by Chilean songwriter, guitarist and arranger Ricardo Parra.
Episode 34 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features conversations with Reference and Collection Development Librarian Betsey Blanche discussing the Graphic Novel Book Club, and Library Social Media Manager Mary Pawlowski discussing Recycled Reads, the Library bookstore.
Episode 33 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Frida Garcia from the Ruiz Branch, and Lance Gentles and Evert Keller from the Carver Computer and Job Search Center discussing computer and technology resources at the Library.
Episode 32 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Zarissa Cline and Sharon Herfurth discussing the library’s Adult Summer Reading Program.
Episode 31 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Kathleen Houlihan, James Loomis, Gabriel Ransenberg and Jessica Hyink of Echo & the Bats, the Austin Public Library's All-Youth-Librarian band.
Episode 30 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Susan Rittereiser, Curator of Archives and Manuscripts at the Austin History Center discussing her book Historic Movie Houses of Austin coauthored with Mike Miller, manager of the History Center.
Episode 29 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Ann Minner about early literacy and the history and design of Beginner Reader Books.
Episode 28 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Briana Garza and Jana White about the “Measure Your Treasure” appraisal event at Pleasant Hill Library.
Episode 27 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation a conversation with Patrick Owens about Facilities Services at the Library.
Rebecca McInroy (KUT/KUTX)shares her thoughts on storytelling and libraries http://kut.org/people/rebecca-mcinroy
Episode 26 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Mindy Reed and Erin Brookhart about how Recycled Reads helps keep the Austin Public Library green.
Episode 25 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Barry Miller about the wide world of nonfiction at the Austin Public Library and the process of selecting new acquisitions.
Episode 24 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Tanisha Taylor about Technology Assistance at the Willie Mae Kirk Branch.
Episode 23 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Dani Sanchez and Marcos Martinez of the Twin Oaks Branch discussing their live music series ATO Events: 2 o'clock tunes.
Episode 22 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Jennifer Connor about Night Crafters, the Austin Public Library's adults-only crafting group, and with Patti Fowler about the best books of 2016 and 2017 (so far).
Episode 21 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Cesar Garza about the Library's Social Media Ambassadors program and the Austin Speaks podcast. The episode also features a conversation with Michael Harle, a Children’s Program Specialist at Faulk Central Library. To support APL as a Social Media Ambassador visit library.austintexas.gov/ambassador.
Aural Literature Ep 9 Caroline Gormley and Logan Fry. An interview with local writers followed by poetry reading.
Episode 20 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Diana Miranda-Murillo about the Library's language learning resources. These online tools can be accessed at any time online with your library card or on any public computer at APL locations. The episode also features a conversation with Steve Siwinski from the Texas State Library and Archives Commission, and Dale Kittendorf, media selector for APL discussing “Wax from the Stacks” an event highlighting selections from the Austin Public Library's vast music catalogue and vintage vinyl collection.
Episode 19 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with the Austin Public Library's very own puppetry and storytelling troupe, Literature LIVE! discussing their upcoming show, Little Peep. http://library.austintexas.gov/youth/literature-live
Episode 18 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Suzan Nyfeler discussing Storytimes and other great children's programs at the Austin Public Library. http://library.austintexas.gov/youth
Episode 17 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Irene Magana–Noverola, the Managing Librarian of the Southeast Branch discussing what makes the Southeast Branch a bilingual branch; from the collection and staff to the programs and referral services.
Episode 16 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Bill Donaldson about the Carver Branch's open mic nights called "Read it, Sing it, Let us Hear it!”
Episode 15 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Michelle Beebower and Katrina Townsend about the Eat! A Feast in Four Courses programming at the University Hills Branch.
Episode 14 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features a conversation with Joe Faulk, APL's Information Technology Manager about the Video over IP technology at the new Austin Public Library. library.austintexas.gov/new-central-library
Austin poets share their work with the Austin Public Library. Live readings occur monthly at the Terrazas Branch Library Aural Literature program. Details at library.austintexas.gov/event-tags/au…al-literature. Join the Aural Lit Facebook Group for regular updates www.facebook.com/groups/aurallit.
The first episode episode of the Controversy and Conversation podcast series features an interview with Deborah S. Esquenazi, the director of the documentary film Southwest of Salem. The documentary follows the struggle for exoneration of four Latina lesbians who were wrongfully convicted of gang rape against two young girls. The Controversy and Conversation podcast series, like the monthly program, discusses documentaries about the most controversial issues of the day. Presented in partnership with The University of Texas Humanities Institute's Difficult Dialogues program. Details at library.austintexas.gov/event-tags/controversy-conversation. Read the Humanities Institute's Controversy and Conversation blog sites.utexas.edu/humanitiesinstitute/category/difficult-dialogues/controversy-conversation Join the Controversy and Conversation Facebook group for regular announcements about the program facebook.com/groups/controversyandconversation
Episode 13 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, features librarian Andrew Murphy discussing the Aural Literature Anthology and giving us a preview of the artists and organizations to be featured in new season of the monthly Aural Literature program. Aural Literature takes place the last Wednesday of each month at the Terrazas Branch. soundcloud.com/austin-public-library/sets/aural-literature library.austintexas.gov/event-tags/aural-literature facebook.com/groups/aurallit
On episode 12 of the Austin Public Library radio show, Volumes, we talk with Kate Abel and Aaron Negron about APL's human-powered mobile Library, unbound: sin fronteras. It's not a book bike, but a trike & trailer that pedals knowledge and sustainably shares books and other Library resources with the community at non-traditional venues. Details at library.austintexas.gov/location/unbound.