Using our Library Voices: Recent Episodes
Harris County Public Library
A podcast brought to you by the staff at Harris County Public Library created to help spark discussion for listeners of all ages.
How did we all get started in libraries? For our 5th year anniversary episode, we talk to all current cast members of our podcast about their personal journeys into the library world.
Listen to our back catalog for more Using Our Library Voices at www.hcpl.net/podcast
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
This month we talk about how the invention of air conditioning has forever changed the future of Houston!
Learn how the humidity and other challenges of our environment affects all aspects of life and the library.
Listen to our Fungus Among Us episode here
Learn more about our library at www.hcpl.net
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Join us this month as we explore inside our brains. John recounts how he learned lines for a Shakespearean role, and Sadina talks with UT Health Neurologist, Dr. Rajesh Gupta about the different ways brains process information.
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
This extra-long episode is a celebration of fantasy, strategy, and storytelling as your Harris County Public Library librarians roll initiative on a journey through their favorite RPG passions! We start with RPG and turn-based combat video games that first opened the portal to imaginative realms. From there, we dig deep into the immersive world of tabletop role-playing games, Dungeons & Dragons, and the strategic thrill of trading card games like Magic: The Gathering. Finally, we swap our dice for doublets as we dive into Renaissance Faires—where the fantasy comes to life. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or just starting your quest, join us for a fun, geeky deep dive filled with nostalgia, laughter, and more than a few critical hits.
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Houston has a lively theater scene and for this episode we talk with Mary at Spring Branch Memorial Branch Library and 3 other actors in Houston about auditioning and the Houston Theatre scene.
Learn more about Acting and Theater in Houston with our Resources for Actors available on our website blog here
Actors Aaron Garrett, Dano Colón, and Destiny Duhon join us in this episode.
Check out the live shows at our libraries this Summer as part of our Summer Reading Program! ARTS AND CULTURE EVENTS
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
This episode is bursting with creativity! In honor of this year’s Summer Reading Program theme, Color Our World, we team up with our artsy neighbors at the Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts. Discover how this hidden gem next to the Barbara Bush Library brings color, culture, and kid-friendly exhibits to our community.
Join Rebecca Burns and Samantha Aguilar from the Pearl as we dive into the vibrant world of color—its culture, its politics, and yes, its drama.
PLUS: Hear shoutouts from your favorite authors recorded at the Texas Library Association Conference by our own Gabbing Librarian, Jennifer Finch. From Martha Wells to Saadia Faruqi and Bob Shea, it’s a celebration of stories, art, and summer fun!
🎧 Tune in and color your world with us!
🎧 Hosted by: Sadina Shawver
🎚️ Edited by: Katelyn Helberg
🎤 Featuring: Rebecca Burns, Samantha Aguilar, Jennifer Finch, amazing authors at Texas Library Association 2025 Conference
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Get ready for a jam-packed episode with two epic segments you won't want to miss!
💥 Segment One: Ticketmaster Thunderdome
We're diving headfirst into the wild world of snagging K-Pop concert tickets — it's chaos, strategy, and pure adrenaline. From waitlists to war stories, we’ve got the lowdown on how to survive the ticketing frenzy and prep like a pro for the ultimate fan experience.
🎭 Segment Two: Convention Survival Guide
Planning your next big con? We’ve got your back. Tune in for essential tips and clever tricks to stay safe, sane, and energized during those marathon convention days. From cosplay hacks to self-care musts, this segment is your geeky guide to thriving in the crowd.
🎧 Produced by: Jennifer Finch
🎚️ Edited by: Beth Krippel
🎤 Featuring: Sadina Shawver, Davonna Cartright, Tasha Storfer, Laurel Roseborrough, and Darla Pruitt
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
In this interview, John Schaffer interviews Space City Weather founder Eric Berger discusses Hurricane Beryl's impact on Houston, which caused extensive damage with 97 mph winds. He advises Houston residents to understand their location-specific vulnerabilities while maintaining perspective. Berger highlights climate trends affecting Houston, including longer summers and earlier heat, and emphasizes the urgent need for the "Ike Dike" coastal barrier and comprehensive flood planning to ensure Houston's long-term viability.
Read our blog here: https://hcpl.net/blogs/post/interview-with-space-city-weathers-eric-berger/
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
This month, we’re talking about some of the many ways you can go green at the library. We’ll hear some voices from our most recent Repair Cafe, which took place at the Katherine Tyra Branch Library at Bear Creek this past month and we’ll also interview Laura Smith about sustainable libraries.
This podcast was produced by Darla Pruitt, edited by Beth Krippel and hosted by Gisela Parker. This episode featured voices from Katelyn Helberg, Kara Ludwig, Gisela Parker, Darla Pruitt, Dylan Smith, and Sara West. Special thanks to Lisa Lin, Steve Selzer, and Laura Smith for speaking with us for this episode. Thanks for listening, and we’ll see you in the stacks.
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
www.hcpl.net
Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Join the panel of Gabbing with Librarians to discuss the representation of women in Japanese Anime. How has it changed and how is Japanese culture reflected in the way it portrays women in anime? Anime mentioned include (in no particular order) Kare Kano; Revolutionary Girl Utena; Love Hina; Tenchi Muyo (and subsequent series); Cardcaptor Sakura; Marmalade Boy; Inuyasha; Slayers; Magic Knight Rayearth; Naruto; Bleach; Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood; Jujutsu Kaisen; Attack on Titan; Trigun; Your Name; Tomorrow's Joe; Akir; Ronin Kenshin; Rose of Versailla; Lupin the Third; Studio Ghibli films; Cowboy Bebop; Dragon Ball; Horimiya; My Love Story with Yamada-Kun at Level 999; Laid Back Camp; My Romantic Comedy SNAFU; Mobile Suit Gundam; Mobile Suite Gundam The Witch from Mercury; Dan Da Dan; My Dress-Up Darling; Konasuba: God's Blessing on this Wonderful World!; Kaguya-sama: Love Is War; Ouran High School Host Club, Kaiju 8; Idol M@ster!; Zombie Land Saga; The Selection Project; Oshi No Ko; Ghost in the Shell; My Senpai Is Annoying; Wotakoi: Love Is Hard for Otaku; Bleach; Sailor Moon.
Host and Producer: Jennifer Finch
Panelists: Marissa Basquez, Janell Constantino, John Harbough
Editor: Beth Krippel
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
This month we talked to some of our regular programming partners who are presenting a variety of programs for families and kids. Didn't catch a program over Spring Break? No worries, all three of these presenters will be back in our libraries this summer! For older kids and adults dreaming of getting a Spring Break as a college student, take a listen to our interview with our very own FutureU Advisor, Daniel Sullivan to hear about the free workshops and support you can receive from HCPL's FutureU program.
0:23 Jen Sommers with the Houston Ballet
See upcoming events on our calendar here 20:46 Troy Scheid with Brave Little Company Summer camp info is on this page 32:56 Daniel Sullivan with FutureU
Find out more at https://hcpl.net/futureu/ 41:01 Mike Blackwell with CodeKnights Find out more at https://www.minecraftevents.com/
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Join Harris County Public librarians as they discuss the winners, losers, and snubs of this years awards season.
PRODUCTION CREDITS:
Episode was produced by Jennifer Finch andedited by Beth Krippel. Featured voices include Crystal Mosley, Genesis Harte-Munoz and our Host, Jennifer Finch.
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Hi! It's a SPECIAL episode! We are doing a deep dive into the many different cooking programs that we offer here at the Harris County Public Library. Come along as we visit the Kingwood, Evelyn Meador, Octavia Fields, and Northwest Libraries and hear about all the delicious foods that they've cook up. Just make sure you've eaten before listening as this episode is sure to stir up your appetite.
If you are interesting in trying your hand at some delicious new recipies check out this link to view so amazing cook books that were recommended by our Cooking Programmers! https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/list/share/2232335159_katelynh_hcpl/2678705627_cookbook_recs_from_food_amp_cooking_programmers
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Houston is known for many things, but one thing that may surprise people to find out is the variety of birds that can be found in our area. Since February is National Bird Feeding Month, the team at Using Out Library Voices decided to explore birding as a hobby, talk to an expert, and learn about one very famous type of bird which you can spot here in Houston.
Learn more about our local birds at your local library www.hcpl.net
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
To kick off our first episode of 2025, This month's host, Kara takes us through the different components of the library's citizenship program.
In 2024, Harris County Public Library was awarded a grant to expand our citizenship program to meet the community needs. We'll be hearing from some citizenship students about why they started their citizenship journey at the library and our Adult Services Program Coordinator, Sarah O. who oversees the program to learn about the different components and what the program can and can not help with creating new citizens.
If you're interested in learning more about the Citizenship, English as a Second Language or Basic Education classes at the library , please visit www.hcpl.net/Citizenship
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
As both the end of the year and chilly weather approach, we all have our ways to seek comfort. Some of us relish the extended darkness and contemplate what may be hiding in the shadows. Others enjoy getting cozy and rewatching their favorite movies and TV series. This month, join us with our host Gisela for an exploration of cryptids and a rewatch of the series Roswell. Also, some of our fellow HCPL staff members share their own favorite comfort shows... And one big miss.
Are the eerie and spooky your holiday cup of tea, too? Check out SarahG’s blog, Horror for the Holidays, from last December and indulge!
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
The latest Gabbing with the Librarians discusses the latest in Superhero movie news and whether Marvel and DC find themselves in a downward spiral or are just hitting a new stride.
Find Superhero movies, books and graphic novels at your local library or online at www.hcpl.net Voices include Jennifer Finch, Tony Goodwin, and Eric Ray. Produced by Jennifer Finch. Edited by Beth Krippel.
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
If you've ever seen that map of every state's favorite Thanksgiving food and wondered what the rest of the county Is doing, we're here to say you can find folks with head-scratching Thanksgiving meal traditions much closer to home! This month the whole HCPL podcast team met for a four-course meal debating the finer points of Turkey Day foodstuffs. Then stick around for a tour across a variety of food and cooking programming you can find at libraries across Harris County.
Registration landing page for Herbs for the Holidays at Octavia Fields is here! Spice Club packets are available to pick up anytime while supplies last. New packets available on First Fridays.
Info for the next installment of the Cook by the Book cooking demonstration at Kingwood is here.
Watch the calendar for the next installment of Cook the Book at Northwest Library in Cypress (Jones/Grant): and for the At the Table series in Seabrook, Tx.
Read our accompanying blog here
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Join us for the spooky month edition of Using Our Library Voices hosted by Sadina. Katelyn invites you to read some space horror in the Reading Room segment, while Sadina shares some kitchen magic an a real life supernatural story.
Harris County Public Library is home to Houston, AKA Space City- we thought it would be fitting this month to share with you a list of books that place emphasis on that special feeling of horror that only the dark vacuum of space and unknown can give.
And for emphasis, we also have a blog about it! https://hcpl.net/blogs/post/in-space-no-one-can-hear-you-scream/
Find the full reading list of Space Horror Book recommendations here:
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Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
In this episode, hosted by Mary, we learn more about the Gulf Coast Reads community event from John and the "I'm With the Banned" event from Kara. Also, Sadina and Nikki sit down to talk with Tatiana Schlote-Bonne, author of the novel "Such Lovely Skin."
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
August is Read a Romance month! If you don't know where to begin, listen in for Nikki and Delaney's recommendations on the HCPL Reading Room Radio!
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisella Parker, Kara Ludwig, Delaney Daly, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Logan Tuttle, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
This episode, hosted by Delaney, we take a look into perspectives and experiences related to tech and cybersecurity.
Ty touches on tips and strategies to safeguard your personal information and deter cyberattacks. Katelyn interviews Jessamyn West to discuss modern tech literacy and its implications. We also have insights from John on the CyberPatriot program, which engages students and Civil Air Patrol Cadets in cybersecurity.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisella Parker, Kara Ludwig, Delaney Daly, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Logan Tuttle, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
This month's host Katelyn, gives us a quick update on Beryl and our cooling center locations.
If you've ever been curious about cosplaying and didn't know where to get started, this episode will help you get started— or at least what not to use on your face. Darla interviews some seasoned cosplayers about the resources and inspirations that keep them creative and cosplaying!
We also drop in at Comicpalooza this year we asked cosplayers what their characters would recommend for you to read!
If you'd like to learn more about which library locations are open or serving as cooling locations please visit-https://hcpl.bibliocommons.com/v2/locations
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisella Parker, Kara Ludwig, Delaney Daly, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Logan Tuttle, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
Summer is in full swing at the library and this month's podcast is aimed at supporting YOUR adventures! We'll chat with a friend who's out living their life on the road and RVing across the U.S.A., then we'll chat about the variety of sports that Texans just don't understand!
Find more information about our Summer Reading Program at https://hcpl.net/summer-reading-program/
and find books about sports and Rving in our catalog, at www.hcpl.net/
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisella Parker, Kara Ludwig, Delaney Daly, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Logan Tuttle, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
Join John Harbaugh for this special episode of Using Our Library Voices as he talks to the prolific local SciFi/Fantasy author of the Murderbot Diaries, Martha Wells, before her appearance at Comicpalooza.
Find more SciFi and Fantasy books at your local library www.hcpl.net/
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Sadina Shawver, Gisella Parker, Kara Ludwig, Delaney Daly, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Logan Tuttle, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
We recently were announced to be a 2024 recipients of the IMLS National Medal for Library Service. In this episode we'll learn what the medal means and hear from some patrons on how much our library means to them.
Learn more about the medal here
and as always, check out our library's website for more resources, books and news!
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Lana Sell, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Gisella Parker, Kara Ludwig, Delaney Daly, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Logan Tuttle, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
Using Our Library Voices was given the opportunity to sit down with horror novelist and comic book author Clay McLeod Chapman ahead of his Comicpalooza appearance this Memorial Day Weekend. Join host Jennifer Finch as they discuss his upcoming book Wake Up and Open Your Eyes, his comic book influences, and the research and inspiration he uses to write his books. Clay McLeod Chapman has written numerous award winning horror novels, graphic novels and comics including the Origin series and Venomverse, as well working with his novel Wendell & Wilde being adapted into an animate film by Jordan Peele's Monkeypaw Productions.
Find more reads from Clay McLeod Chapman and other horror authors at www.hcpl.net
Comicpalooza is Houston's premier pop-culture festival. Brimming with entertainment, special attractions, programming and celebrities representing a myriad of fandoms, there is no shortage of fun all weekend long.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Lana Sell, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Gisella Parker, Kara Ludwig, Delaney Daly, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Logan Tuttle, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
In this podcast episode, we visit memories of bookstores in honor of Independent Bookstore Day, April 27. Let's not forget Earth Day, April 22, with notes about our seed libraries and Earth Day book recommendations.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Lana Sell, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Gisella Parker, Kara Ludwig, Delaney Daly, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Logan Tuttle, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
In this episode of "Gabbing with Librarians", Jennifer, Jasmine, Jessica, and Dedra touch on the cultural phenomenon that is Beyoncé's "Cowboy Carter" and explore the concept of gatekeeping in media.
The discussion begins with an exploration of Beyoncé's artistic evolution and her ability to challenge traditional boundaries within the music industry. They confront the issue of gatekeeping in media and its impact on diverse voices and perspectives. In addition, they examine how gatekeepers, often holding positions of power, control the narratives and representations that are allowed to thrive in mainstream media, thereby limiting opportunities for marginalized communities.
The role of libraries as spaces for diversity and representation, where individuals can access a wide range of voices and stories that reflect the richness of human experience, is part of the conversation.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Lana Sell, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Gisella Parker, Kara Ludwig, Delaney Daly, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Logan Tuttle, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
We're celebrating Women's History Month by recognizing five ladies whose names grace a few Harris County Public Library locations. These women led extraordinary lives and are forever synonymous with literacy, access and their communities. So let's meet our library patron saints, Barbara Bush, Maud Smith Marks , Edith Fae Cook Cole, Octavia Fields, and Evelyn Meador.
This episode features voices from: Janet Castanon,Shane Harris, Sara West, Akhila Bhat, Charlotte Brooks , Gabrielle Vogel, and Miranda Guillory and is hosted by Sadina Shawver and edited by Kara Ludwig.
Learn more about our library locations at www.hcpl.net
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Lana Sell, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Gisella Parker, Kara Ludwig, Delaney Daly, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Logan Tuttle, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
It's a jam packed episode! Where we're expresses our passion in all sorts of ways in this episode, first with "Heart" book recommendations from our library staff, books that travel with you and definitely worth checking out. We extend our passion for democracy with an interview with Harris County Clerk, Teneshia Hudspeth, and learn about the unique voting landscape that is Harris County. And we end on a chat with Librarians Delaney and Katelyn about Novelist and our Book Hunters program which allows real life librarians to select books to your unique specifications.
As always if you'd like to learn more about Harris County Public Library or any of materials, check out www.hcpl.net for more information.
This episode was hosted by Gisele Parker, featuring the voices of Julie Hermonant , Daisy Preciado, Jasmine Washington, Casey Morris , Delaney Daly, Teneshia Hudspeth, Mary Mink, Sadina Shawver and was edited by Logan Tuttle.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Lana Sell, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Gisella Parker, Kara Ludwig, Delaney Daly, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Logan Tuttle, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
It’s a new year, and re-cap episodes are so 2023. Are we going to talk about resolutions? No, instead, we’re so excited about things coming in 2024.
Topics include HCPL getting sanctuary status, as well as interviews with staff from Baldwin Boettcher and Atascocita as they discuss their journeys to getting their branches up and running and so much more!
Visit www.hcpl.net to learn about all 27 of our branches.
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Lana Sell, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Gisella Parker, Kara Ludwig, Delaney Daly, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Logan Tuttle, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
Winter stories to keep you warm and chill your bones, following the tradition of telling ghost stories on Christmas eve...the Harris County Public Library's podcast team present to you 3 stories as we take a nod to the history of storytelling to connect with those around you. So gather 'round the car radio, share an airpod or turn up the volume for our final episode of the year.
And remember, there are thousands more stories waiting for you at your local public library.
Enjoy!
Visit www.hcpl.net for more stories!
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Lana Sell, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Gisella Parker, Kara Ludwig, Delaney Daly, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Logan Tuttle, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
This month, we shine light on National Adoption Month by sharing stories from three family on the adoption process and how they grew their families. We also talk with our Early Literacy program manager, Anjela Martinez, about Family Place Libraries and how the library provides different resources for families.
This episode features the voices of host Beth Kripple, and guests Fred Schumacher, Jim Johnson, and Anjela Martinez.
Edited by Dylan Smith and Nancy Hu
For more information about our Family Place Libraries in Harris County, Please visit: www.hcpl.net/
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Lana Sell, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Gisella Parker, Kara Ludwig, Delaney Daly, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Logan Tuttle, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
Join Harris County Public Library Staff and members of Students Engaged in Advancing Texas to discuss censorship and libraries in honor of the American Library Association's Banned Books Week.
Banned Books Week Website: https://bannedbooksweek.org/
Office of Intellectual Freedom: https://www.ala.org/aboutala/offices/oif
Top 13 Most Challenged Books: https://www.ala.org/advocacy/bbooks/frequentlychallengedbooks/top10
Texans for the Right to Read: https://texansfortherighttoread.com/
Students Engaged in Advancing Texas: https://www.studentsengaged.org/about
Harris County Public Library's Collection Policy: https://hcpl.net/collection-policy/
National Coalition Against Censorship: https://ncac.org/
Host/Producer: Jennifer Finch
Panelists: Lanna Sell; Kate Hunziker; Nyla Vela; Hayden Cohen; Da'Taeveyon Daniels
Music: Scanglobe by Sputnik; link to license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0/
Editor: Beth Krippel
In memory of Darcy Cassavant
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Lana Sell, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Gisella Parker, Kara Ludwig, Delaney Daly, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Logan Tuttle, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
It's officially spooky season! We're kicking off our favorite time of the year with a way to get your own little shadow with an interview with Citizen for Animal Protection's Freddy about black cat adoptions, and then come with us to chat with Elyssa about Tarot cards and how they work. Katelyn and Sadina then talk about body horror books in honor of Darcy C.
Interview with Freddy from Citizens for Animal Protection about Black Cat adoptions. https://www.cap4pets.org/
Link to body horror book list here Interested in learning more about Spooky Cores and aesthetics, see our book lists!
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Lana Sell, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Gisella Parker, Kara Ludwig, Delaney Daly, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Logan Tuttle, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
It’s September and you know what that means! Cooler weather? Not likely. Fall leaves? Sadly, not in Harris County. Library Card Sign Up Month? You bet! And who are libraries for?
Voting season is looming and along with that questions such as who can vote, how do you register to vote, and how do you report voting issues. Sadina Shawver interviews elections officials, Kyle Cummins and Lynn Mumford, about all your voting questions.
Out in the community, Katelyn Helberg highlights a new HCPL collection at Sunrise Lofts, a housing center for youth aging out of foster care.
For more information about voting in Harris County visit www.harrisvotes.org
And for more information about library outreach and our work to provide access to resources visit our website at www.hcpl.net
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Lana Sell, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Gisella Parker, Kara Ludwig, Delaney Daly, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Logan Tuttle, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
Have you ever wondered how a book gets to you from another branch? It may seem like library magic, but a book passes through many hands and beeps before it gets to you. This month, we follow the journey of a book getting from one borrower to another.
We’ll also take a look at the different borrowers that we have that inhabit the library eco-system. Listen now to find out where you fit into the reader’s food web.
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Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Lana Sell, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Gisella Parker, Kara Ludwig, Delaney Daly, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Logan Tuttle, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
Music in this Episode:
Little Troll 2 by Frank Schroeter
Only Forward by RomanSenykMusic
Spring Awakening [Full version] by MusicLFiles
Informative Pizzicato by Steven OBrien
Little Break/LoFi Beat by SoulProdMusic
Crime Time by Frank Schroeter
Documentary Story by RomanSenykMusic
Secrets of the Old Library by Geoff Harvey
Epicaly by LiteSaturation
Piano by Lesfm
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Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Lana Sell, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Gisella Parker, Kara Ludwig, Delaney Daly, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Logan Tuttle, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
It's a Compicpalooza extravaganza episode as this month's host, Jennifer Finch, brings us voices from vendors and cosplayers alike, highlights from the live Gabbing with the Librarians podcast session, and an interview with fantasy author Kij Johnson.
This episode was produced by Sadina Shawver edited by Katelyn Helberg and features the voices of Kij Johnson, Mary Mink, Lana Sell, Sadina Shawver, attendees and vendors at Comicpalooza, and our Host, Jennifer Finch
Check out some of the titles mentioned in this episode from your local library! Click HERE for books from this episode
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Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Jennifer Finch, John Schaffer, Loyd Huhn, Leif Steenson, Logan Tuttle, Christian Ornelas, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt, Jennifer Nandlal, Nicole Hindmon, Rachel Moir and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
It maybe a dated phrase these days, but the "Summer Blockbuster" was a Summer time staple for kids who grew up in the 70s, 80s and 90s. This month's episode we celebrate and recall what the biggest Summer Blockbusters were to give listeners today a peek into what made these movies iconic for generations!
If you're like to watch any of these blockbusters from the comfort of your own home, check out our online streaming service, Kanopy. Available with your Harris County Public Library card. Visit www.hcpl.net for more information.
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Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Jennifer Finch, John Schaffer, Loyd Huhn, Leif Steenson, Logan Tuttle, Christian Ornelas, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt, Jennifer Nandlal, Nicole Hindmon, Rachel Moir and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
On this Gabbing with the Librarians episode, we explain and talk about the Writing Guild of America's writing strike and how it will affect your T.V., Movies and Entertainment in the future.
This episode was edited by Beth Krippel and features the voices of to Jennifer Finch and Mary Mink from the Spring Branch Memorial Branch Library.
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Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Jennifer Finch, John Schaffer, Loyd Huhn, Leif Steenson, Logan Tuttle, Christian Ornelas, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt, Jennifer Nandlal, Nicole Hindmon, Rachel Moir and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
This month we celebrate Jewish American Heritage month with interviews from two great organizations in the Harris County area! First we'll chat with Houston Hillel about their outreach serving the Jewish LGBTQIA community and we talk to Joel Bangilan of the Laurie and Milton Boniuk Library at the Holocaust Museum Houston about the different resources they have available .
For more information about the museum, please visit www.hmh.org
and if you're searching for more resources to explore the Jewish faith or culture, please visit https://www.houstonhillel.org
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Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Jennifer Finch, John Schaffer, Loyd Huhn, Leif Steenson, Logan Tuttle, Christian Ornelas, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt, Jennifer Nandlal, Nicole Hindmon, Rachel Moir and Nancy Hu
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People, let me tell you 'bout my best friend. They're warm-hearted people that'll love the library to the end and on this month's episode we meet a few of our library friends of all ages and chat with them about the different ways they support the Harris County Public Library.
If you'd like to be a friend to the library, please donate to or join
https://www. hcfol.org
This episode features the voices of Logan Tuttle, Mary Mink, Sadina Shawver, John Harbaugh, and Kelly Hayden with guests Jennifer Nandal and the FRIENDS and Patrons of Katy Branch Library and Spring Branch Memorial Branch Library.
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Jennifer Finch, John Schaffer, Loyd Huhn, Leif Steenson, Logan Tuttle, Christian Ornelas, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt, Jennifer Nandlal, Nicole Hindmon, Rachel Moir and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
Ever wonder what the kids are thinking? This month Darla talks to Young Adults from our Atascocita Branch Library in Northeast Harris County, to hear what they're loving to read and why they love about the library! We also chat with TeenBook Con organizer, Elizabeth Boggs and we learn from Anjela Martinez about Tournament of Books, a book club battle for teens !
With the launch of our new library TikTok Account, @HarrisCountYPL , we chat with Jasmine Washington, the awesome lady who's been running her own BookTok Account since joining the platform last year.
Learn more about the programs and events that we mentioned in this episode by visiting www.hcpl.net/ And follow our new TikTok account at @HarrisCountyPL
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Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Jennifer Finch, John Schaffer, Loyd Huhn, Leif Steenson, Logan Tuttle, Christian Ornelas, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt, Jennifer Nandlal, Nicole Hindmon, Rachel Moir and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
As part of our African American History Month celebration, we're getting to know the performers and organizations that will be presenting their talents at our libraries this month.
We have Tommy Terrific, a traveling magician who adds a historical twist to his show that delights kids of all ages.
Meet the Jalen Trio, a young up and coming jazz trio who perform their music as part of DACAMERA.
And then we chat with Christelyn Nash of Young Audiences, who tells us about their many performing and visual arts programs available to Harris County Residents.
To see any of these wonderful performers or programs this month, please visit www.hcpl.net/events
and see our African American History month reads on https://hcpl.overdrive.com/
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Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Jennifer Finch, John Schaffer, Loyd Huhn, Leif Steenson, Logan Tuttle, Christian Ornelas, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt, Jennifer Nandlal, Nicole Hindmon, Rachel Moir and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
As part of our SciFi celebration— Our host, Jennifer Finch and other HCPL librarians to take part in the eternal debate: Star Wars, Star Trek, or... even more controversial... other
Interested in checking out some of the books and fandoms mentioned in this podcast? Check out our Science Fiction list on www.hcpl.net
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Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Jennifer Finch, John Schaffer, Loyd Huhn, Leif Steenson, Logan Tuttle, Christian Ornelas, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt, Jennifer Nandlal, Nicole Hindmon, Rachel Moir and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
Join this month's host, Sadina Shawver as we celebrate National Science Fiction Day or month... with an interview of Neoromancer Cover illustrator, Rick Berry!
Also get a list of our top SciFic book recommendations to explore more of this exciting genre.
Episode was produced by Darla Pruitt and. edited by Christian Ornelas and features the voices of John Harbaugh, Gisela Parker and Katelyn Helberg and our Host, Sadina Shawver
Learn more about Rick's art at www.rickberrystudio.com
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Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Jennifer Finch, John Schaffer, Loyd Huhn, Leif Steenson, Logan Tuttle, Christian Ornelas, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt, Jennifer Nandlal, Nicole Hindmon, Rachel Moir and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
This month we interview with award winning children's Singer/Songwriter Laurie Berkner, and Jennifer chats with Melissa Martinez about the Project Grad and the Grad Cafe's wonderful work to help people explore career pathways. We also learn about the Career Online High School program at the library from Gaspar Guevara, our Adult Literacy Specialist, who tells all about ways you can earn your high school diploma.
For more information about the library and our literacy programs please visit www.hcpl.net
Find more music from Laurie Berkner at here
Find more information about Project Grad and Grad Cafe at: https://www.gradcafe.org/
This episode was edited by Beth Kripple, Produced by Jennifer Finch and Jennifer Nandlal and hosted by Ellen Kaluza
Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Ellen Kaluza, Sadina Shawver, Jennifer Finch, John Schaffer, Loyd Huhn, Leif Steenson, Logan Tuttle, Christian Ornelas, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt, Jennifer Nandlal, Nicole Hindmon, Rachel Moir and Nancy Hu
Original Music created by Bryan Kratish
This Month, host Sadina Shawver chats with Leonard at our Evelyn Meador Branch Library in Seabrook, Texas about his passion for True Crime and how that translated to a series of captivating programs at our library.
For more True Crime and Mystery, visit your local library, or visit us online at www.hcpl.net
This month, we share spooky stories and experiences from patrons and librarians! Hosted by Jennifer Finch, featuring voices from John Schaffer, Ellen Kaluza, Nancy Hu, and Sana Thalo . We also give out of this world romance book recommendations from Darcy Casavant!
Stop by one of our library locations for yourself! Find your nearest location at www.hcpl.net or if you're looking for one of the book recommendations, find them at hcpl.overdrive.com
On this episode of our podcast we take you into the world of passport services, chat with the League of Women Voters and learn about Octavia Fields Library in Humble..
As we move through the pandemic into a new way of living, countries are welcoming visitors once more. But visiting another country means updating or getting your first passport! The Harris County Public Library system can help with that.
Then Megan, Division Director of Research and Development, spoke with League of Women Voters – Houston Chapter president, Dr. Annie Johnson Benifield about the importance and impact of using your right to vote.
Visit hcpl.net and read our latest article on books the build our understanding of the world or the way governments work.
This episode was produced by Darla Pruitt, Beth Kripple, Ellen Kaluza and Nancy Hu
Join librarians from across Harris County as they discuss fan fiction's influence on pop-culture recorded live at Comicpalooza!
The participants were Anjela Martinez, Darcy Casavant, Logan Tuttle, and myself. Beth Krippel edited and Nancy Hu produced
Borrow all your favorite comics, graphic novels, anthologies and stories from your local library or online at www.hcpl.net
A short episode that features some of our awesome Summer Reading Program partners performing at our branches this Summer and one of the core departments at HCPL, CATS...or Collections and Technical Services.
Voices on this episode: Leif Steenson, Jennifer Nandlal, Jennifer Finch, Darcy Cassavant, Amber Seely
Partners in this episode:
Jessica from Books Alive https://www.books-alive.org/
Matthew from Just Add Beats https://justaddbeats.com/index.php/about/
This episode was produced by Beth Krippel and Edited by Christian Ornelas
We'll see you this weekend at #Comicpalooza2022 !
In celebration of PRIDE month, our hosts Sadina Shawver and MC Brickell chat with Leigh of History is Gay Podcast about the history and implications of book banning has on the LGBTQ Community.
We'll be continuing the conversation at Rice university in Houston,TX on June 29th at 6 P.M.
Joined by host of Southern Queeries, Aubree and moderated by Professor Tesla Cariani
Interview with Amy Campbell and HCPL Writes about the Importance of writing, how it supports reading and comprehension and just in time for Summer Reading Program... How to Make Reading Fun!
We also check in with Ellen K. from our Northwest Branch Library to hear about what's been happening on their side of the county.
Find our NaNoWriMo programs online at www.hcpl.net and sign up for our infamous Summer Reading program at www.hcpl.beanstack.org
Book Covered: Camp Murderface by Saundra Mitchell & Josh Berk published in May 2020 by Harper Collins.
Summary: Are You Afraid of the Stacks will go on a brief break for the summer, but before we go, we talk about summer camp with Camp Murderface by Saundra Mitchell and Josh Berk.
Book Recommendations:
Welcome to Camp Nightmare by RL Stine
The Troop by Nick Cutter
Camp So and So by Mary McCoy
Find these Spook tales and more at www.hcpl.net Hosted, produced and edited by: Sadina Shawver and Jennifer Nandlal
This podcast is produced by Harris County Public Library.
Come listen to three librarians from around the county discuss how reading doesn't always mean words on a page and why those other types of reading are important and should be respected. Find our audiobook collection at hcpl.overdrive.com
Host: Jennifer Finch
Editor: Beth Krippel
Guests: Rebecca Trent and Amy Campbell
Listen to more podcasts from the Harris County Public library at www.hcpl.net/podcast
Did you know that libraries support small business owners ? On this episode, we talk to Jeremy Griswold, from Griswold Solutions.and Million Dollar Climb for Small Business Owners Podcast, who partners with our Maud Smith Marks Branch library to help regular people start their own businesses.
Laura explains a couple of the most helpful databases library card holders have access to, and we find out what's new at our newly re-freshed Galena Park Branch Library
This podcast is produced by Harris County Public Library by Nancy Hu, Laura Smith, John Harbaugh, Sisi Medina with special guest Jeremy Griswold . This episode was edited Loyd Huyn
Jennifer and Sadina cover a very relatable fear this month: THE DARK! Horror has a way of helping you confront fears and this month, we will give you some book recommendations and reviews to help your little ones conquer the dark.
Book Recommendations:
The Dark by Lemony Snicket
Tiny T.Rex and the Very Dark Dark by Jonathan Stutzman
The Darkest Dark by Chris Hadfield
Orion and the Dark by Emma Yarlett
Little Owl’s Night by Divya Srinivasan
The House in the Night by Susan Marie Swanson
This month we are telling you about the unexpected places you'll find library services, inside and outside the library's walls.
Harris County is vast and diverse, a land filled with hidden opportunities for discovery and creation. Our libraries harbor some of the best spaces for patrons to explore new technologies and machines, our Maker Spaces...and all you have to do to get started is, visit a library!
We'll also meet the Curiosity Cruiser team, the library's very own outreach vehicle crew who are out in the community promoting STEM learning, Early Literacy through book give-aways and that Smart is Cool!
Find Maker programs at the library here and for information about our Maker spaces visit: https://www.hcpl.net/services/makercentral
and to find the Curiosity Cruiser visit: https://www.curiositycruiser.com/
This podcast is produced by Harris County Public Library by Nancy Hu, Logan Tuttle, Ellen Kaluza . This episode features voices from Kelly Hayden, Jason Cruz, Katie Broussard , Marrisa Basquez, Loyd Huyn, Alexis Hurtado, and Kameco De Los Santos
Come listen to three librarians from around the county discuss how inclusion in media or the lack thereof has affected them and why it is important for everyone to be represented in the media they consume.
Host: Jennifer Finch
Editor: Beth Krippel
Guests: Erica Koop and Desmond London
You Choose the Scare !
Sadina and Jennifer cover the subject of choice and how it can be influential when it comes to consuming horror as a young reader. Give Yourself Goosebumps by R.L. Stine is a fun way to learn about choice and how our choices affect outcomes.
Book Recommendations: Choose Your Own Adventure (various authors)
**Books mentioned in this episode:
Welcome to the Wicked Wax Museum by R.L.Stine
For more books available at our library www.hcpl.net/explore**
We’re growing readers at Harris County Public Library! Logan visits with Jennifer and Anjela about the systemwide Growing Readers program launched earlier this year. Sadina gets a parent’s perspective on the LENA project when she chats with Nikki and Nikki’s son, Noah. We also learn more about the Barbara Bush Branch Library at Cypress Creek, one of the busiest libraries in Harris County.
Music:
Theme by Bryan Kratish
Everyday Hero from Audioblocks
Produced by: Sadina Shawver, Nancy Hu, Beth Krippel and Logan Tuttle
This month's Are You Afraid of the Stacks covers zombies in children's literature. Zombies can be scary but Sadina and Jennifer look to dispel the fear.
Books Mentioned:
Zombie in Love by Kelly DiPucchio
Zombie in Love 2 +1 by Kelly DiPucchio
Gustavo the Shy Ghost by Flavia Drago
Even Monsters Need Haircuts by Matthew McElligot
Vampirina Ballerina by Anne Marie Pace
Crankenstein by Samantha Berger
We are celebrating and honoring Creators this month with interviews with Harold Trotter and the Jalen Baker Trio. We stop by the Crosby Branch Library for a highlight of what's happening, and end with a Database Drill for all you Genealogists out there.
Credits:
Host: Darla Pruitt
Producer: John Harbaugh
Editor: Jennifer Nandlal
Segments: Laura Smith, Jennifer Finch, Logan Tuttle, Molly Mcginty
Guests: Nils Aardahl, Jalen Baker, Gavin Moolchan, Harold Jay Trotter
This month on Are You Afraid of the Stacks, Jennifer and Sadina explore alienation, toxic parenting, and communication through sci-fi horror.
Book and Media Mentioned:
- The Owls Have Come to Take Us Away by Ronald L. Smith
- Stranger Things
This podcast was produced by Jennifer Nandlal and Sadina Shawver.
More books are available at www.hcpl.net
January marks the start for new opportunities to learn, grow, and connect with those in your community and beyond. Harris County Public Libraries is here to help with our robust programs and events. This month's spotlight features our amazing collaboration with the Society for the Performing Arts, hearing from our fantastic staff at High Meadows Branch Library, and getting insight about resources the Learning Express Library offers to help fulfill your New Year's resolutions.
This episode was produced by Nancy Hu, hosted by Logan Tuttle, and edited by Ellen K.
Featured voices include: Claire Williamson, Nancy Hu, Darcy Casavant, Logan Tuttle, and High Meadows Branch staff: Erica Koop, Jennifer Nandlal, Yesenia Sanchez, Sharon Simmons.
We end the year with a look back. Meet the voices behind "Using the Library Voices" podcast as they discuss all they experienced behind the scenes.
**This episode was produced by Darla Pruitt, edited by Beth Krippel, and hosted by Sadina Shawver and John Harbaugh.
Featured staff in this episode include: John Harbaugh, Nancy Hu, Jennifer Finch , Jennifer Nandlal, Darla Pruitt, Nicole Hindmon, and Gaby Prado.**
This month on Are You Afraid of the Stacks, Jennifer and Sadina discuss navigating the holidays through horror and exploring stranger danger.
Book and Media Mentioned:
- 12 Terrors of Christmas by John Updike, Illustrations by Edward Gorey
- The Berenstain Bears Learn about Strangers by Stan & Jan Berenstein
- Who’s Bad and Who’s Good, Little Red Riding Hood by Steve Smallman
- Disney’s Tangled
- Scaredy Squirrel Prepares for Christmas by Melanie Watt
- The Fun Book of Scary Stuff by Emily Jenkins
This podcast was produced by Jennifer Nandlal and Sadina Shawver.
More books are available at www.hcpl.net
Join librarians, Jennifer, Daniel, Tony, and Margaret, to talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly of fandoms and the effects they have on modern society.
Host: Jennifer Finch, Spring Branch-Memorial Branch
Participants:Margaret Powell, Katy Branch
Daniel Burch, Atascocita Branch
Tony Goodwin, Clear Lake-Freeman Branch
Music is Scanglobe by Sputnik; link to license:
https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0/
Honoring Native American Heritage Month with a discussion on The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline of the Georgia Bay Metis Nation of Ontario. Jennifer and Sadina talk about important themes and characters from the book and how they can lead to lifelong lessons at home.
Media Mentioned:
The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline
Killer of Enemies series by Joseph Bruchac
The Ghost Collector by Allison Mills
Elatsoe by Darcie Little Badger
This podcast was produced by Jennifer Nandlal and Sadina Shawver.
This month, our host Logan Tuttle, speaks to native Houstonian, award winning young adult fantasy author J.Elle, urban fantasy writer Whit McClendon, and short fiction author Isabel Yap about their writing processes.
Then we check in with Darcy and Amy Campbell about how to get your book into the library!
Find books from these authors and more on our website atwww.hcpl.net/
Follow J.Elle @AuthorJElle for more information about her Wings of Ebony series.
Follow Whit McClendon @whitmccauthor for more information about his Fire of the Jidaan series.
Follow Isabel Yap @visyap for more of her short stories
This episode was edited by Christian Ornelas and Leif Steenson . Produced by Logan Tuttle, Nancy Hu and Darcy Casavant with original music by Bryan Kratish.
There are groups of devoted library lovers out there working hard to improve libraries for everyone, they raise awareness of the importance of libraries to their communities, raise money to help pay for many programs in the library, and generally act as champions for libraries. These are the Friends of the Library.
Our episode celebrates FRIENDS by gathering a group of our SUPER FRIENDS.
Join our FRIEND's Group to support our library and it's programs!
Harris County Friends: www.hcfol.org
Evelyn Meador Friends: www.friendsofevelynmeador.org
Barbara Bush Library Friends: www.bblf.org
Atascocity Friends: www.foal.ws
For more information regarding how to join a friends group, visit your local library!
Are You Afraid of the Stacks is a show, where we talk about the spookier side of children’s literature. Librarians Sadina Shawver and Jennifer Nandlal break down the psychology of horror books and give a couple recommendations on how scary books, aren't always all about the fright. This month's discussion is all about how horror books can help children, when it comes to recognizing and setting boundaries.
Learn more about our collection by visiting www.hcpl.net and following us on social media @HarrisCountyPL
*Hello and welcome to another episode of “Using Our Library Voices”.
For those of you who like to look at an old tale through a new lens...We have FrankenStory where we dissect old stories and then reimagine them for modern times. For this episode, we examine the Bride of Frankenstein.
Our next segment explores the origins of Zombies and track their development in our culture through the media in which they appear!
Throughout this episode we will also feature readings from our library's Centennial Postcard project, where we given patrons a postcard with the prompt..." Tell us a true scary tale" . Our readings are from the returned postcards from citizens of Harris County.*As always find all the sources, movies and music we've listed in our catalog, available at www.hcpl.netCredits:This episode was produced by Jennifer Nandlal.
Hosted by Sadina Shawver, with special voice acting by John Schaeffer.
Edited by Jennifer Nandlal.
With segments and dramatic retellings of your postcard submissions by Jennifer Finch, John Harbaugh, Ellen Kaluza, Beth Krippel, Rachel Moir, and Logan Tuttle.
Music credit: Evil Makings by Halloween (https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Halloween/ST_1099/EVIL_MAKINGS)
Sound effect: Lightning Strike (https://freesound.org/people/Turrus/sounds/242048/)
Thank you for joining us! This episode of Using our Library Voice, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage month through the colorful and imaginative ways the different cultures are portrayed in literature. We start off with an "Are you Afraid of the Stacks" segment where Jennifer N. & Sadina, suggest slightly spooky books with Hispanic authors, characters and traditions for kids.
Then we have a special guest interview with local Houston Artist, Marissa Valdez, who talks about her inspirations, projects and how she got started as an illustration in the Houston area. You can learn more about her art and projects on her website at: www.marissacvaldez.com and through her Instagram Handle at @MarissaArt
For our book recommendations, Darcy and Oscar inspired by the many colorful illustrations, recommends some beautiful picture books from different Hispanic cultures
Find the materials mentioned in this podcast:
Isabel and Her Colores go to School
Dancing Hands
Un Elephante Se Balanceaba
Ambitious Girl
Gustavo the Shy Ghost
Ghost Squad
Find more Hispanic Heritage reads at your local library or by visiting our website at www.hcpl.net
On this 20 years anniversary, we find ourselves reflecting back on September 11th, 2001. Where were you when you heard the news? How did it make you feel? How did it change your life and the lives of those around you?
On this special episode of Using Our Library Voices, our Podcast cast recall and remember the event and how it's impacted our lives.
Voices in this episode include: John Harrbaugh, Geri Marquez, Maryam Shah, John Schaffer, Maria Madrid, Miranda Guillory, Jennifer Finch, Cassandra Nguyen, and Jennifer Nandlal.
Edited by Nancy Hu and Beth Krippel
Find books and resources about September 11, online at https://hcpl.overdrive.com/ or through our website at www.hcpl.net/
What do you do when your favorite author, musician, or creator says or does something which turns your stomach? How do you handle it? Listen to three Harris County librarians discuss how they approach the pitfalls personally and professionally.
Contributors: Jennifer Finch, Amy Campbell , Melanie Wachsmann
For more materials visit: www.hcpl.net/explore
Music is Scanglobe by Sputnik; link to license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0/
Recommended Authors: Rick Riordan and Rick Riordan Present
APPLE IN THE MIDDLE by Dawn Quigley
ELATSOE by Darcie Little Badger
FIREKEEPER’S DAUGHTER by Angeline Boulley
HEARTS UNBROKEN by Cynthia Leitich Smith https://www.hcpl.net/title-record/484814
THE MARROW THIEVES by Cherie Dimaline
Other resources:
- Blog by Dr. Debbie Reese
- We Need Diverse Books
- American Indian Library Association
- Heartdrum, A Native-Focused Imprint of HarperCollins
August means back to school for Harris County students and for this episode, we spoke to teens from around Harris County to get an idea of what they're into and how the library has helped them this past year.
Stay tuned for another install of our "Are you afraid of the stacks?" segment where librarians, Sadina and Jennifer talk about Wilder Girls by Rory Power , a spooky book that teens may really get into
Media mentioned in this episode include:
- "Wilder Girls" by Rory Power (Review and Discussion)
Other Recommendations:
- "The Cavendish Home for Boys and Girls" by Claire Legrand
- "The Charmed Children of Rookskill Castle" by Janet Fox
- "The Haunting of Henry Davis" by Kathryn Siebel
- "As I Descended" by Robin Talley
- "Undead Girl Gang" by Lily Anderson
- "There's Somone Inside Your House" by Stephanie Perkins
For more books and media visit www.hcpl.net/explore Host and Editor: Ellen Kaluza
Contributors: Jennifer Finch, Rachel Moir , Jennifer Nandlal , Darla Pruitt, Sadina Shawver
Producer: Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu
A special thanks to our Teens:Ashlyn, Caesar, Dre , Apolline , Audrey
How can the library help you get your creativity flowing ?
We'll hear our crafty, fiber artist librarians gab about the resources, books and websites that help them be inspired and create their projects.
We'll also check in with our Database Drill to learn more about the Craft and DIY Databases available to our library patrons.
If you need more crafting, we have a few suggestions for Crazy crafting books from our resident Maker Central specialist, Lauren.
Here are the featured books:
https://hcpl.overdrive.com/media/1275350
https://hcpl.overdrive.com/media/5538426
https://hcpl.overdrive.com/media/4965667
Crafting not your preferred way to fight boredom? To find all the materials mentioned and new ways to fight boredom, please visit www.hcpl.net/explore This episode was hosted by Sadina Shawver, Edited by Jennifer Nandlal
Continuing our celebration of PRIDE month, Join us for this special Spinoff episode of Gabbing with the Librarians where we talk about our favorite LGBTQ+ novels and the importance of representation.
Podcasters in this episode: Jennifer Finch , MC Brickell, Jennifer Longoria , Leslie Espinoza
You can find the books discussed at www.hcpl.net
Books in our catalog:
Albertalli, B. (2020). Simon vs. the Homo sapiens agenda: Epic Reads editions
Bildner, P. (2021). A High Five for Glenn Burke. Square Fish
FOX. (2017). Love, Simon
Healey, K. (2016). Guardian of the Dead. Murdoch Books
Ireland, J. (2018). Dread Nation
McQuiston, C. (2019). Red, white & royal blue
Oseman, A. (2020). Heartstopper
Oseman, A. Heartstopper
Oseman, A. (2018). Solitaire
Roehrig, C. (2018). Last Seen Leaving
Salvatore, S. (2021). Can't take that away
Sáenz Benjamin Alire. (2012). Aristotle and Dante discover the secrets of the universe
Tagame, G., & Ishii, A. (2020). My brother's husband
Thomas, A. (2021). Cemetery boys
VILLA, J. O. N. N. Y. G. A. R. Z. A. (2021). Fifteen Hundred Miles From The Sun (Released June 8 2021)
Music: "Sputnik" artist Scanglobe
Link to License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0/
June is PRIDE month and to celebrate Houston PRIDE, we interview with the University of Houston- Special collections-LGBTQ research collection archivists Vince Lee and Marus Jenkins about the work their team has been doing to preserve and showcase Houston's LGBTQ history.
Visit the archive here:UH's LGBT History Research Collection
We also listen in on a conversation about Dungeons and Dragons and it's popularity with the LGBTQ community, especially how the RPG game has helped players with exploring their identities.
Explore our Adult Overdrive Curation and YA Overdrive Curation for LGBTQ items
Explore our LGBTQ Kids overdrive Collection
Explore all LGBTQ titles in our catalog here #LGBTQTitles
Host: Nicole Hindmon
This episode features: Rachel Moir, Elizabeth Burton, Ellen Kaluza, Merry Johnson, Casey Froehlich, Jake Sikinger, Brandon Crisp.
Edited by Beth Krippel.
Sign up for our Summer Reading Program at www.hcpl.beanstack.org/
All about the annual summer reading program at Harris county public library! This year we'll be celebrating Tails and Tales, with virtual events, curbside crafts, and author visits all Summer long.
Learn how to sign up, log reading to earn prizes and the fantastic virtual and outdoor programs our libraries have in store for our patrons!
For more information on the Harris County Summer Reading Program, visit: www.hcpl.net
To sign up for our Summer Reading Program, visit: www.hcpl.beanstack.org
Voices in this special bonus episode include: Beth Krippel, Anjela Martinez, Jennifer Bacall, Jennifer Schwartz and Nancy Hu
Spring has sprung here in Harris County, and along with the birds twittering, you may have your thoughts turning to poetry for National Poetry Month. Our Gabbing with the Librarians have you covered. It is also Autism Acceptance month. This yearly advocacy month has changed since it began in 1970, and we're honored to have individuals speak with us about awareness and acceptance of Autistic lives. We'll also share book reviews from our community and resources in our Harris County Public Library collection to support Autistic individuals and their families.
For the works mentioned in our Gabbing with the Librarians segment listed below:
Eminem. Angry Blonde. ReganBooks, 2002.
Gorman, Amanda. Amanda Gorman, 2021, www.theamandagorman.com/.
Matejka, Adrian. The Big Smoke Poems. Penguin Poets, 2013.
Matejka, Adrian. Map to the Stars. Penguin Books, 2017
Poe, Edgar Allan. The Collected Tales and Poems of Edgar Allan Poe. Modern Library, 1992.
Siegel, Matthew. Blood Work. The University of Wisconsin Press, 2015.
“Taylor Swift.” YouTube, YouTube, www.youtube.com/c/TaylorSwift/featured.
Wordsworth, William, et al. LYRICAL BALLADS; edited by Michael Mason, LONGMAN, 2007. https://www.hcpl.net/title-record/1033786
Items mentioned in the Neurodiversity Book list are listed below:
The New Social Story bookby Carol Gray
NeuroTribes by Steve Silberman
Sincerely Your Autistic Child edited by Emily Paige Ballou, Sharon daVanport, Morénike Giwa-Onaiwu
Get a Grip, Vivy Cohen! By Sarah Kapit
Many Mysteries of the Finkel Familyby Sarah Kapit
A Room Called Earth by Madeleine Ryan
If you would like to join the conversation, email podcast@hcpl.net
This podcast was produced by Nancy Hu, Beth Krippel, and Darla Pruitt. Edited by Nicole Hindmon and hosted by Jennifer Nandlal. Featured presenters were Suellen Dunn, Jennifer Finch, Darla Pruitt, Beth Krippel, Israel Favela, Laura Echeverria, and William Purdy
If you'd like to see more from our library please follow us on social media!
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May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. In a continued effort to eradicate racism and hate, we wanted to highlight and celebrate the many cultures, contributions, and perspectives from the Asian American and Pacific Islander community. Now more than ever we want to showcase the diversity in our communities and throughout the library system.
We kick off this month's episode with John and Jason from Parker Williams as they give us the lowdown on Anime for beginners.In our Are You Are Afraid of the Stacks segment, we will explore two horror books in Children's literature written by Asian authors. Discuss their themes, and why we recommend them. After living in Hawaii for 3 years, Jennifer from the Spring Branch Memorial Branch Library developed a love and appreciation for Hula. She joins us this month for a special interview with Nani Kamali’i-Chang of Ka Pa Hula Na Pua o Kamali'i – Houston. Books in our book recommendations:Simeon, Sheldon. Cook Real Hawai'i https://www.hcpl.net/search/books?search=cook+real+hawai%27i
Amano, Hugh and Sarah Becan. Let's Make Ramen! https://www.hcpl.net/title-record/988217
Vegan Richa's Indian Kitchen: Traditional and Creative Recipes for the Home Cook. Hingle, Richa. https://www.hcpl.net/title-record/574516
Other materials mentioned in this podcast:
Surfer of the century: The life of Duke Kahanamoku. Crowe, E., & Waldrep, R. https://www.hcpl.net/title-record/204348
Kai goes to the Farmers Market in Hawaiʻi , & Merritt, M. https://www.hcpl.net/title-record/1057667
Ho'onani: Hula warrior Gale, H., & Song, M. https://www.hcpl.net/title-record/591805
Juniors. Speak. Hemmings, K. H https://www.hcpl.net/title-record/311149
Rani Patel in full effect. Patel, S. https://www.hcpl.net/title-record/413977
Fiction: The descendants: A novel.Hemmings, K. H. https://www.hcpl.net/title-record/279747
Diamond head: A novel Wong, C. https://www.hcpl.net/title-record/384700
Non-Fiction: Fodor's Travel. with Molokai & Lanai Apana, L., Ellison, K., Leon, C., & Stallings, D. https://www.hcpl.net/title-record/519755
Aloha kitchen: Recipes from Hawai'i Kysar, A., & Dombroski, B. https://www.hcpl.net/title-record/524002
DVD: Hawaiian Quilting with Nancy Lee Chong https://www.hcpl.net/title-record/145111
Descendants https://www.hcpl.net/title-record/285510
Freegal Playlist: https://hcpltx.freegalmusic.com/browse/playlists/library-playlists/426381
This podcast was produced by Nancy Hu, edited by Loyd Huyn and hosted by Jennifer Nandlal. Podcast presenters were Darcy Casavant, Jason Cruz, Jennifer Finch, John Harbaugh, Jennifer Nandlal, Sadina Shawver, and featuri
Join librarians Darcy Casavant, Jennifer Finch, and Rebecca Trent for a discussion of their favorite women in history as well as other influential women, both real and fictional. You can be a part of the discussion on poetry by emailing podcast@hcpl.net. Check out the list of resources below for further information on all the women discussed in today's episode.
For Further Reading about:
Eleanor of Aquitaine
- Gilded Cages the Trials of Eleanor Aquitaine, a Novel
- The Captive Queen: a Novel of Eleanor of Aquitaine
- A Proud Taste for Scarlet and Miniver
- Eleanor of Aquitaine and the Four Kings
Shirley Chisholm
- She Was the First!: the Trailblazing Life of Shirley Chisholm
- Vanguard: How Black Women Broke Barriers, Won the Vote, and Insisted on Equality for All
- Unbought and Unbossed
Boudicca:
- Kings & Queens of Ancient Britain: a Magnificent Chronicle of the First Rulers of the British Isles, from the Time of Boudicca and King Arthur to the War of the Roses, the Crusades and the Reign of Richard III
- Hideous History: Death & Destruction: the Grim, Gruesome, and Gory Parts of History's Dark Side
We're showcasing women's history in gaming, leadership, and writing in this month's episode of Using our Library Voices. Our librarians explore a bit of the history and controversy behind Gamergate, meet children's book author Dr. Raquel Ortiz, and learn about the women-led Craftivism movement within Maker Spaces.
You can find Dr. Raquel Ortiz's books here and please join us for our bilingual virtual program
this month on Facebook or on our virtual programs website www.hcpl.net/services/virtualprograms
Craftivism Books mentioned in this podcast:
Fesity Felties by Missy CovingtonBe the Change by Eunice and Sabrina MoyleCrafting the Resistance **by Lara Neel and Heather Marano
Special thank you to our guest:** Raquel Ortiz
Learn more about her here: Arte Publico Press
Sofi Paints Her Dreams teaching guide: Sofi-Paints-Her-Dreams_4-08-19.pdf (artepublicopress.com)
Featured staff in this episode include: Elizabeth Burton, Darcy Casavant, Nicole Hindmon,Jennifer Finch, Ellen Kaluza, Lauren Peters, Rebbeca Trent, and Sadina Shawver
This episode was hosted by Ellen Kaluza and was edited by Nicole Hindmon and Beth Kripple
February is a month of celebrations, in this episode of Using our Library Voices, we will explore the history and meaning behind the Lunar New Year and the zodiac animals, talk with Houston podcasters, Opinions While Black, about Black History Month, and celebrate love with Bridgerton and unexpected romance book recommendations.
Join us for our virtual programs www.hcpl.net/services/virtualprograms
Media mentioned in this podcast include:
RomeAntically Challenged (When in Rome #1) by Marina Adair
How to fail at flirting by Denise Williams
You should see me in a Crown by Lean Johnson
I'll be the one by Lyla lee
Somebody Loves You, Mr. Hatch by Eileen Spinelli
Check out Opinions While Black podcast
Learn more about the Asia Society of Texas
Special thank you to our guests: Rebecca Becerra, Oz Longworth, Dee Randall
Featured staff in this episode include: Sadina Shawver, Jennifer Finch, Nancy Hu, Loli De Llano, Ellen Kaluza, Laura Echevarria, Jennifer Bacall and Laura Smith
This episode was hosted by Sadina Shawver and was edited by Loyd B. Huhn and John Harbaugh
On this episode of Using Our Library Voices, librarians talk about ways the different healthy ways we can start 2021. We will chat about the different ways we can all keep on track with bullet journaling and home organization, our predictions for this year and ways you can explore our health databases.
Media mentioned in this podcast include:
Books to help you start bullet journaling:Getting Things Done by David Allen
The Bullet Journal Method by Ryder Carroll
The Pomodoro Technique by Francesco Cirillo
Books to help you start organizing your space:
The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo,
The Home Edit: A Guide to Organizing and Realizing Your House Goals by Clea Shearer & Joanna Teplin
The Home Edit Life: The No Guilt Guide to Owning What you Want and Organizing Everything by Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin
Visit our e-resources, including our health Databases here: https://www.hcpl.net/explore/research
Featured staff in this episode include: Rachel Moir, Jennifer Finch, Beth Krippel, Jennifer Nandlal, Jennifer Finch, Darla J. Pruitt, Rebecca Trent, Laura Smith, and Anna Weinberger
This episode was hosted by Beth Krippel and was edited by Loyd B. Huhn and Nancy Hu
On this episode of Using Our Library Voices, librarians talk about and explore different holiday traditions. We will chat about favorite books and movies about the holidays, we countdown the best Christmas carols, we learn about Hanukkah from Rabbi Dan and we bring back an old Christmas tradition of ghost stories, with some slightly creepy children's books.
With a special bonus storytime of a seasonal classic-T'was the Night Before Christmas
Media mentioned in this podcast include:
Are you Afraid of the Stacks:Creepy Carrots - Aaron Reynolds
Creepy Underwear - Aaron Reynolds
The Diviners - Libba Bray
To hear the Christmas carols mentioned in our Countdown segment please visit this link to listen along
Best Gift Book recommendations:A Promised Land by Barack Obama
The Art of Star Wars: The Mandalorian by Phil Szostak
Help Wanted Must Love Books by Janet Summer Johnson
Bonus Storytime:T'was the Night Before Christmas
Featured staff in this episode include: Tanner Adams , Laura Echevarria, Jennifer Finch, John Harbaugh, Ellen Kaluza, Edward Melton, Beth Krippel, Sadina Shawver, Eric Ray, Jennifer Nandlal with special guests, Rabbi Dan Gordon and Renee Harbaugh.
This episode was hosted by Rachel Moir
This episode was edited by Sadina Shawver, Beth Krippel, and Nancy Hu
Original Music Provided by Bryan Kratish with other music provided by Pixabay as listed below:United States Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps: Reveille Variation Drum Call,
JuliusH: Adventure - Movie & Animation Soundtrack, JuliusH: Snowflakes, Magic 828: Winter is Coming
This episode of Using our Library Voices, librarians talk loud and proud about our library, we invite you listen in and learn a bit about the history and services we provide to our communities.
Media mentioned in this podcast include: The Invisible Library by Genevieve Cochran, Almost an American Girl by Grace Ha, No Pirates Allowed Said Library Lou by Rhonda Gowler Greene
Featured staff in this episode include: Tanner Adams , Edward Melton, Amanda Tachibana, Melinda Brinkley, Beth Krippel, Molly McGinty, Cecilia Williams, Linda Stevens, Maria Madrid, Jennifer Finch, Anjela Martinez, Anna Weinberger, and Jason Cruz
This podcast was produced by Nancy Hu and John Harbaugh.
Original Music Provided by Bryan Kratish.
This episode was edited by Beth Krippel and Nancy Hu
Harris County Public Library is Using our Library Voices to give you information about elections and voting in this very special episode of our new podcast. Learn more about and our library services at www.hcpl.net