The Shorewood Stacks: Recent Episodes

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Librarians and community members discuss what they've been reading, library news, and upcoming events at the Shorewood Public Library in Shorewood, WI.

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Tune in this month to hear librarian cohosts Quinn and Lizzie talk about spooky reads for the Halloween season.

You can find a full list of books mentioned this season on our website HERE.

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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More Information about upcoming library events:

https://www.shorewoodlibrary.org/connect/events/

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Tune in this month as librarian cohosts Quinn and Lizzie sit down with staff members Isaac, Kayla, and Rosa to discuss their favorite summer reads to kick off our fourth season! Their favorites range from translated Norwegian fiction like Karl Ove Knausgård's My Struggle to scientific nonfiction like Black holes: the Key to Understanding the Universe by Brian Cox & Jeff Forshaw.

You can find a full list of books mentioned this season on our website HERE.

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

More Information about upcoming library events:

https://www.shorewoodlibrary.org/connect/events/

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Tune in as Lisa and Lizzie discuss some of their favorite audiobooks just in time for your upcoming summer travels! They discuss what they value in an audiobook, their favorite narrators, and some helpful features in the Libby app and Hoopla app. Their recommendations cover historical romances such as Diana Quincy's Tempting Bella and Cat Sebastian's The Queer Principles of Kit Webb, young adult reads like The Hate U Give and Iron Widow, sci-fi and fantasy favorites like The Fifth Season and The Midnight Bargain, along with some family-friendly picks like Tim Curry's narration of A Series of Unfortunate Events.

This is the final episode of Season 3 before we break for the summer, but check back in Fall 2023 for new episodes! You can find a full list of titles we discussed this season online HERE.

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

More Information about upcoming library events:

https://www.shorewoodlibrary.org/connect/events/

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Lisa and Lizzie discuss what they've been watching recently in this episode. Their suggestions cover a variety of genres and subjects, from teen comedy Unpregnant to psychological thriller Don't Worry Darling.

Several films they discuss, including Neptune Frost and Mr. Malcolm's List, are available on demand from the library via Kanopy.

Films mentioned in this episode include:

An American Pickle

Don't Worry Darling

Mr. Malcolm's List

Neptune Frost

The Pez Outlaw

Repo! The Genetic Opera

Strawberry Mansion

Together, Together

Unpregnant

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

More Information about upcoming library events:

https://www.shorewoodlibrary.org/connect/events/

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Lisa and Lizzie discuss some of their recent nonfiction reads in this episode.  As always, their suggestions cover a wide variety of subjects, from the humorous essays in John Green's The Anthropocene Reviewed to stories from workers in the death industry in All the Living and the Dead by Hayley Campbell.  Lisa and Lizzie also share some of their favorite self-care focused reads, including How To Keep House While Drowning and A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD.

You can find a full list of titles discussed this season on our website HERE.

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

More Information about upcoming library events:

https://www.shorewoodlibrary.org/connect/events/

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In this episode, Lisa and Lizzie discuss Fantasy, Science Fiction, and Romance genre blends! After going over some basic genre definitions, Lizzie and Lisa share some of their favorite genre-blended reads, including Rachel Lynn Solomon's See You Yesterday and Alexandra Rowland's A Taste of Gold and Iron. They also discuss some classic and popular genre-blended titles, including Gail Carriger's Parasol Protectorate series, A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Mass, and Katee Roberts' Dark Olympus series.

You can find a full list of titles discussed this season on our website HERE.

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

More Information about upcoming library events:

https://www.shorewoodlibrary.org/connect/events/

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Lisa and Lizzie sit down with Jacob Bresette, owner of Lake Effect Surf Shop, to chat about surfing the Great Lakes!  They discuss what led Jacob to Shorewood, why surfing Lake Michigan is unique, and Jacob offers some tips for those interested in learning to surf.

Books and Films Mentioned include:

Barbarian Days: A Surfing Life by William Finnegan

The Code: The Power of "I Will" by Shaun Thompson

Soul Surfer 

Step Into Liquid

Surf's Up

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

More Information about upcoming library events:

https://www.shorewoodlibrary.org/connect/events/

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Lisa and Lizzie discuss the graphic novels they have been reading lately. As usual, their choices vary from young-adult romance to dystopian science fiction, so you can expect a wide variety of recommendations. They also spend time discussing new and notable TV and film adaptations.

Titles discussed in this episode include:

Heartstopper

Lore Olympus

Mooncakes

Paper Girls

The Sandman

She-Hulk

Sweet Tooth

Wake: The Hidden History of Women-Led Slave Revolts

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Lizzie and Lisa share what they've been watching recently running the gamut from romantic comedies to spooky films, intense dramas and dark films, including one featuring a famous caped crusader. 

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Join Lisa and Lizzie as they sit down with Assistant Director Emily to chat about all things mysterious just in time for spooky season! Emily discusses recent trends in the mystery genre, outlines the different types of mysteries, and shares some of her personal favorites.

For more information about the mystery genre, check out Emily's blog post on our website: https://www.shorewoodlibrary.org/blog/post.php?slug=make-it-mysterious 

You can find all of the books discussed this season on the Shorewood Stacks Season Three booklist here: https://www.shorewoodlibrary.org/explore/booklists/?bid=160

Music credits:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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In the first episode of Season 3, Lisa and Lizzie sit down with new Shorewood Public Library Director Jen Gerber.  They chat about library memories, what Jen is looking forward to as Director, all things houseplant related, and share some of their favorite and current reads. 

Music credits:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Lisa and Lizzie wrap up season 2 of The Shorewood Stacks by discussing the TV shows and movies that kept them entertained over the last two years.  They discuss new releases, old favorites, and the impact of streaming-only releases during the pandemic.

We'll be back in September for season 3! Until then, check out what's going on at the library by visiting our website (shorewoodlibrary.org) or checking out our events calendar.

Movies and TV shows discussed in this episode include:

Emma

Clueless

Spider-man: No Way Home

Outlander

Game of Thrones

Summer of Soul

Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings

Eternals

The Haunting of Hill House

You

Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Vampire Diaries

Teen Wolf

Broad City

The Handmaid's Tale

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To wrap up Women’s History Month in March, Lisa and Lizzie discuss books by women authors and books featuring women's experiences.

Books Discussed in this episode:

Burnout: the secret to unlocking the stress cycle by Emily Nagoski

Delilah Green Doesn’t Care by Ashley Herring Blake

A Far Wilder Magic by Allison Saft

Starfish by Lisa Fipps

The Viscount Made Me Do It by Diana Quincy

Yolk by Mary H.K. Choi

The Shorewood Reads 2022 pick, The Coyotes of Carthage by Steven Wright.

Music credits:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Lisa and Lizzie sit down with library clerk Mia to chat about librarian fashion and stereotypes.  They discuss what it means to be a librarian anyway, how the origins of librarianship have impacted trends and stereotypes, and the impact these stereotypes have on today's libraries and library workers.  They also share some of their current favorite reads and what books they're looking forward to.  Books discussed in this episode include:

I Must Betray You by Ruta Sepetys

The Maid by Nita Prose

Darius the Great is Not Okay by Adib Khorram

The Department of Rare Books and Special Collections by Eva Jurczyk

Music credits:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Lisa and Lizzie chat with Assistant Director Emily Vieyra about all things romance, including the history of Shorewood's romance collection, increasing calls for diversity within the genre, our favorite romance reads from 2021, and titles we are looking forward to in 2022.

Check out our book list for titles recommended in this episode: https://www.shorewoodlibrary.org/explore/booklists/?bid=158

Music credits:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Lisa and Lizzie interview local author Tea Krulos about his book American Madness: The Story of the Phantom Patriot and How Conspiracy Theories Hijacked American Consciousness. They talk about famous conspiracy theories, how conspiracy theories have evolved over time, Tea’s upcoming documentary, and some recommended reads for those looking to learn more.

Recommended Books:

Crossfire: the plot that killed Kennedy by Jim Marrs

https://encore.mcfls.org/iii/encore/record/C__Rb3874879

The Men Who Stare at Goats by Jon Ronson https://encore.mcfls.org/iii/encore/record/C__Rb3410884

Hate Inc.: why today’s media makes us despise one another by Matt Taibbi https://encore.mcfls.org/iii/encore/record/C__Rb4165287

The Storm is Upon Us: how QAnon became a movement, cult, and conspiracy theory of everything by Mike Rothschild https://encore.mcfls.org/iii/encore/record/C__Rb4304438

“Did You Hear What Eddie Gein Done?” by Harold Schechter https://encore.mcfls.org/iii/encore/record/C__Rb4306828

My Friend Dahmer by Derf Backderf

https://encore.mcfls.org/iii/encore/record/C__Rb3566989

Music credits:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Lisa and Lizzie sit down with Dr. JoAnn Sternke, Interim Superintendent of the Shorewood School District, to discuss ongoing facilities updates, the district’s equity work, and experiential learning.

Music credits:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Lisa discusses some of her favorite nominations so far from the 2022 Milwaukee County Teen Book Awards (MCTBA), including:

Apple: skin to the core by Eric Gansworth

Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas

Concrete Rose by Angie Thomas

Grown: a novel by Tiffany D. Jackson

Instructions for Dancing by Nicola Yoon

Music credits:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Just in time for Halloween, co-hosts Lisa and Lizzie review some horror film and book picks. Lisa shares her thoughts on two recent horror films, Relic and Gretel and Hansel, while new co-host Lizzie shares her thoughts on cult classic horror films The Craft and The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari.  Lisa also reviews Stephen Graham Jones’ horror novel The Only Good Indians, and Lizzie discusses her favorite short stories from Audrey Niffenegger’s horror anthology Ghostly.

All of the books and movies recommended can be found at the Shorewood Public Library, through another MCFLS library, or on hoopla.

Music credits:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Lisa interviews Mary Holleback, Riveredge Nature Center's Citizen Science Manager, about Lake Sturgeon and this year's Harbor Festivities, which are happening from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm on September 19th, 2021 at 600 E. Greenfield Ave., Milwaukee, WI. Sponsor a sturgeon at sturgeonfest.org

The books Mary recommended can either be obtained within our system or through interlibrary loan and are:

Kline, Kathleen Schmitt, et al. People of the Sturgeon. Wisconsin Historical Press, 2009.

Auer, Nancy and Dempsey, Dave. The Great Lake Sturgeon. Michigan State University Press, 2013.

McLellan, Joseph and Brynjolson, Rhian. Nanabosho, Soaring Eagle and the Great Sturgeon . Pemmican Publications, 1993.

De Vries, Maggie. Tale of a Great White Fish: a Sturgeon story Greystone Books, 2010.

Books mentioned by Lisa on the Great Lakes ecology:

Egan, Dan. Death and Life of the Great Lakes. W.W. Norton & Company, 2017.

Grady, Wayne. The Great Lakes: Natural history of a changing region. Publishers Group West, 2007.

Music credits:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Nick and Lisa wrap up season 1 of The Shorewood Stacks with discussion of the HBO series, Lovecraft Country, the novel it's based on by Matt Ruff, and the works of  H.P. Lovecraft, the man who inspired it and several other works of horror. 

We'll be back in September with new episodes. Until then, check out what's going on at the library by visiting our website (shorewoodlibrary.org) or checking out our events calendar.

Music credits:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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Nick shares his thoughts on the graphic novel Motor Crush and Lisa shares what she recently learned about jazz musician Bix Beiderbecke through his biography, Bix by Scott Chantler and recordings of his music. 

Interested in our virtual events? Check out our events calendar for info on how to join in.

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Nick shares his thoughts on cozy mysteries after reading Barbara Neely's, Blanche on the Lam , while Lisa shares her thoughts about trip hop after listening to Tricky's Mixed Race and Massive Attack's Protection. 

Interested in our virtual events? Check out our events calendar for info on how to join in.

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Nick interviews Lisa about the process librarians go through to recommend books, etc. to patrons and they talk about materials patrons have recommended to Lisa, as well.

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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We finally talk about Star Trek: Discovery, as well as, how the library is responding to the latest Dr. Seuss news and what's coming up at the library.

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

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Nick and Lisa finally discuss the much anticipated Ready Player Two, by Ernest Cline, narrated by Wil Wheaton.

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Nick and Lisa talk about what they've been watching lately, what's coming up at the library in the next two weeks and what their impressions of the library sponsored Do Black Lives Matter series, presented by Reggie Jackson, have been.

Check out our other movie edition episodes if, like us, you're looking for things to watch while you stay cozy indoors during the upcoming polar vortex!

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Lisa shares a variety of resources the library offers for folks wanting to try a new hobby this winter or those looking to tackle home projects and do some pandemic nesting.

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

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Nick and Lisa discuss their personal goals for 2021 and how they plan to use library resources to help them achieve those goals, including books like 101 Textures in Graphite and Charcoal by Steven Pearce, the Healthy Vegan Air Fryer Cookbook by Dana Angelo White, videos like Aerobarre presented by Aerobox Athletic and more!

What are your goals for 2021?

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Nick interviews Lisa about the Milwaukee County Teen Book Award, why it exists and what her role is in it.

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Lisa and Nick discuss why audiobooks are sometimes better than their printed counterparts. Among titles discussed are Ernest Cline's Ready Player One, A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Black, Sadie by Courtney Summers, When Dimple Met Rishi by Sandhya Menon, Stamped from the Beginning by Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, The Beastie Boys Book by Michael Diamond and Adam Horovitz, The Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo and The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion.

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Hear from clerks, Kate and Nathan about Uzumaki, Unbeatable Squirrel Girl, Umbrella Academy, Uncanny X-Men and more on the latest episode!

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Lisa and Nick discuss Suzanne Collins' latest Young Adult novel, The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes, a prequel to The Hunger Games.

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Lisa and Nick discuss their top 3 favorite horror movies of all time and share which horror movies they've been watching during their annual horror movie marathon from the library this year.

What's your favorite horror movie? Let us know in the comments!

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Nick and Lisa share books, authors, TV series and music that make them think of the fall season.  They also share songs listeners sent in about running. 

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

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Nick and Lisa discuss various media about running in honor of Lisa running her first 5K in a long time. Titles discussed include  Christopher McDougall's Born to Run, Jason Reynolds' Ghost and the documentary, Run for Your Life: The Fred Lebow Story.

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Lisa and Nick discuss some of their favorite picture books from their childhood and Lisa shares some more modern recommendations she has used in past story time sessions, as well. 

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Lisa shares how her first camping trip went and Nick and Lisa discuss how Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale and The Testaments compare to the Hulu adaptation of The Handmaid's Tale.

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Nick and Lisa talk camping books in anticipation of Lisa's first camping trip, covering everything from Boy Scouts of America Merit Badge books to camping cookbooks. 

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

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Nick and Lisa share memories of how libraries have helped shape their lives. They also discuss Public Enemy: Inside the Terrordome by Tim Grierson and Eat That Frog!: 21 Great Ways to Stop Procrastinating and Get More Done in Less Time by Brian Tracy. Lisa also gives a shout out to the podcast, LibVoices. 

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Nick and Lisa discuss the history of the hip hop movement, Public Enemy, Thelonius Monk and the evolution of modern music.

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Lisa covers the library's new operating hours going into effect June 29, 2020. Nick and Lisa also discuss books they recently read related to queerness and queer history in honor of Pride Month and Lisa shares some recommended titles featuring queer characters and issues.

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

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Lisa and Nick discuss some of the more lighthearted films they've been watching recently that they picked up at the library, a few that turned out not to be so lighthearted despite being labeled as comedies, and a National Geographic documentary about a free solo climber pursuing his goals.

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Learn about what in-person services the library will be offering starting Monday, June 15th. Plus, Lisa interviews recent Shorewood High School graduate, Pilot Lee, about their first self published comic zine, which they put out with the help of Milwaukee's Lion's Tooth Books!

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Earlier this week, the library posted a blog post with a statement in support of our blacks and brown neighbors/patrons with a list of some resources for folks to educate themselves on the racism and inequity in American society (https://www.shorewoodlibrary.org/blog/post.php?slug=antiracism-resources-at-your-library).

In this episode, Nick and Lisa, discuss books, movies and music that have helped them develop an understanding of racism and inequity in the U.S. and give suggestions for listeners looking for ways to help and improve their own understanding of what is currently going on both locally and nationally. 

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Lisa and Nick discuss world language materials and language learning materials that the library offers, including the library databases Mango and Transparent.

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

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Lisa and Nick discuss graphic novels. For those who are unfamiliar, graphic novels are illustrated novels, like comic books, though often longer and they cover all sorts of topics beyond super heroes. Among the books discussed in this episode are, Clyde Fans written and illustrated by Seth, Shuri: The Search for Black Panther written by Nnedi Okorafor, illustrated by Leonardo Romero and Jordie Bellaire, and Big Black Stand at Attica co-written by Frank "Big Black" Smith and Jared Reinmuth, illustrated by Ameziane.

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Lisa and Nick discuss movies and TV series they've been watching during quarantine, covering entertainment for both children and adults. 

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Young Adult Librarian, Lisa, talks books with Nick and Library Clerk, Kate. This episode also contains the latest virtual events! 

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

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Young Adult Librarian, Lisa, discusses curb side pick-up with Assistant Director Emily. She also talks books with Library Clerk, Carolyn, while Nick answers questions about virtual gaming. They also share upcoming virtual events!

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Young Adult Librarian, Lisa, and patron, Nick discuss The Beastie Boys Book by Michael Diamond and Adam Horowitz, No is Not Enough and The Shock Doctrine by Naomi Klein, Look Both Ways by 2020 National Ambassador for Young People's Literature, Jason Reynolds, and Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl. They also share library news and discuss upcoming virtual events including several book fests that are starting next week!

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

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Young Adult Librarian, Lisa, and community member, Nick, discuss Rutger Bregman's book, Utopia for Realists, Chelsea Cain's graphic novel series Man-Eaters, and Ijeoma Oluo's book, So You Want to Talk About Race, as well as the digital platforms, Hoopla and Libby. Lisa gives us an update on what's been going on at the library since it closed due to COVID-19 in March of 2020. 

Music excerpts from:

Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/