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Each week on Down Time with Cranston Public Library, host Tayla Cardillo chats with staff from Cranston Public Library about what they’ve been reading, what they’ve been watching, and what they’ve been loving. You’ll also hear from guests from outside the library community sharing their work and passions. New episodes are released every Tuesday at noon - subscribe so you never miss an episode!
Host Lauren chats with Chuck Staton, host of the Funbearable podcast, producer of Tuesdays with Stories with Mark Normand and Joe List, and director who’s worked with the Impractical Jokers, Kevin Smith, Mike Birbiglia, Drew Barrymore, and more! They talk about Chuck’s career, the upcoming Funbearable live show, and A LOT of movies and TV shows.
Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers’ own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.
Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.
Books
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin by Kevin B. Eastman
East of Eden by John Steinbeck
Media
Chimp Crazy (TV mini series 2024) - Streaming on HBO Max
Trap (2024) - Coming to libraries on DVD & Blu-ray November 2024
Monkey Man (2024)
Deadpool and Wolverine (2024) - Coming to libraries on DVD & Blu-ray soon
Poker Face: Season One (2023)
Paul T. Goldman (TV mini series 2023) - Streaming on Peacock
Twisted Metal (TV series 2023) - Streaming on Peacock
Hysteria! (TV series 2024) - Streaming on Peacock as of October 18, 2024
Parks and Recreation (TV series 2009-2015)
Parks and Recreation: Season Three [Episode 10] (2011)
The Chuck and Brad Podcast (2019-2023)
Tell ‘em Steve Dave Podcast (2010 - )
It (2018)
Futurama (TV series 1999 - )
Rick and Morty (TV series, 2013 - )
Angle (2023) - Streaming on Peacock
Other
@overdueingitpod on instagram
overdueingit.org
More info about the Funbearable podcast
This week Tayla is joined by Lynda Lacava, a staff member at North Providence Union Free Library and Kate Lentz, director of the Rhode Island Center for the Book, to talk about Lynda’s recent accomplishment of visiting every library in Rhode Island. Also, Kate shares the Challenge that the Rhode Island Center for the Books encouraged families to visit 5 libraries this summer.
Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers’ own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.
Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.
Books
The Teacher by Freida McFadden
The Paris Daughter by Kristin Harmel
The Wedding People by Alison Espach
Jackie by Dawn Clifton Tripp
Maria by Michelle Moran
Becoming Madam Secretary by Stephanie Dray
Roller Girl by Victoria Jamieson
The Lost Library by Rebecca Stead
Solito by Javier Zamora
Media
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013)
New Girl (2011-2018)
Paris 2024 Paralympics
Other
Rhode Island Center For the Book
North Providence Union Free Library
Kids Reading Across RI Program
2024 National Book Festival | Library of Congress
Providence Roller Derby
WPRI 12 News Street Stories: Woman makes it her mission to visit RI’s 70 public libraries
Community Libraries of Providence
We’ve got some pizza episode leftovers to share, a few side conversations that didn’t make the main episode last week, including the hottest takes about the coldest regional variety of pizza around.
If you haven't already, listen back to Episode 7 - Overdueing It Eats: Pizza, wherein we tried some of the best slices in Rhode Island.
Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers’ own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.
Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.
In this episode, the Overdueing It team sets out to find the best pizza in Rhode Island. They divided various pizza places across the state among them and conquered their pies off mic, Then topped it off with sharing pizza from The Big Cheese the day of the recording. Do you agree with our pizza picks?
Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers’ own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.
Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.
Books
Disability Intimacy edited by Alice Wong
Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
A Love Like the Sun by Riss M. Neilson
Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng
The Steerswoman by Rosemary Kirstein
Media
Circulating Ideas Episode 261 (podcast)
Bones (2005-2017)
Muriel’s Wedding (1994)
Girls5Eva (2021- )
Waitress: The Musical (2023)
I Am: Celine Dion (2024)
Celine Dion Paris 2024 Olympic Performance - Hymne A L'Amour (YouTube)
Gojira Paris 2024 Olympic Performance - Ah! Ça Ira! (YouTube)
Queen Charlotte (2023)
Gladiator (2000)
Off Menu (podcast)
Other
Paris 2024 Olympics
RI Food Fights
The Big Cheese & Pub, Cranston, RI
Pasquale’s Wakefield, RI
Pizza Marvin, Providence, RI
Pizza J, Providence, RI
Caserta’s, Providence, RI
PVD Pizza, Providence, RI
Antonio’s Pizza
Plaza Pizza II, Swansea, MA
This week Tayla is joined by Fallon Masterson, producer and co-founder of Stranger Stories PVD and Lauren LaBelle, writer and Stranger Stories participant to talk about this monthly lit night event in Providence.
Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers’ own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.
Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.
Books
Prescription For Pain by Philip Eil
The Best American Essays (series)
The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss
The White Bishop by Brandon Perras-Sanchez and Aron Beauregard
Selene Shade: Resurrectionist For Hire by Victoria Dalpe
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
The Fallbacks: Bound For Ruin by Jaleigh Johnson
Media
Fantasy Fangirls (Podcast)
Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997-2003)
Never Have I Ever (2020-2023)
We Are Lady Parts (2021- )
Somebody Feed Phil (2018- )
House of the Dragon (2022- )
WWE Raw (1993- )
Survivor (2000- )
RuPaul’s Drag Race (2009- )
The Acolyte (2024- )
Other
Stranger Stories PVD
Host Lauren visits the Preservation Society of Newport County and interviews Chief Curator Leslie B. Jones about the mansion known as The Elms.
If These Walls Could Talk is a series of podcast episodes where we learn about the historic house museums of Rhode Island.
Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers’ own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast cannot be reproduced without express written permission.
Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.
Books
Passing Strange: A Gilded Age Tale of Love and Deception Across the Color Line by Martha A. Sandweiss
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain
James by Percival Everett
The First Tycoon: The Epic Life of Cornelius Vanderbilt by T.J. Stiles
Media
American Fiction (2024)
The Gilded Age: Season One
The Gilded Age: Season Two – Streaming on HBO Max, coming to libraries on DVD in fall 2024
Downton Abbey: Season Four (Episode 9)
Other
@overdueingitpod on instagram
overdueingit.org
More info about The Elms
Emily chats with Caroline and Mads from Heartleaf Books as she continues to explore Cooperatives and the Solidarity Economy in Rhode Island. Listen to past episodes with RI Co-Ops and Fuerza Laboral from Rhody Radio; Growing the Solidarity Economy and Birthworkers in RI.
In this episode:
Books
- Snowglobe – Soyoung Park
- Invisible Hotel – Yeji Ham
- Ocean’s Gadori – elaine cho
- I Was a Teenage Slasher – Stephen Graham Jones
- Parasol Against the Axe – Helen Oyeyemi
- Privatization of Everything – Donald Cohen
- Poverty for Profit – Anne Kim
- Oye – Melissa Mogollon
- The Pairing – Casey McQuiston
- Gideon the Ninth – Tamsyn Muir
- Waiting to Welcome – Bri Marie McNish (Illustrator)
- A Love Like the Sun – Riss Neilson
Media
- The Bear
- The Great North
- Great News
- Bob’s Burgers
- Central Park
- Your Fat Friend
Other
Classes at The Steel Yard
Heartleaf Books:
- https://heartleafbooks.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heartleafbooks
Host Lauren visits the Lippitt House Museum in Providence and interviews the Museum Director, Carrie Taylor.
If These Walls Could Talk is a series of podcast episodes that began on Rhody Radio, where we learn about the historic house museums of Rhode Island. For previous episodes in the series, click the links below:
Nathanael Greene Homestead: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rhodyradio/episodes/If-These-Walls-Could-Talk-The-Nathanael-Greene-Homestead-e2c6c3p/a-a6ohs2g
Paine House Museum: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rhodyradio/episodes/If-These-Walls-Could-Talk-The-Paine-House-Museum-e26j24k/a-a6ohs2i
Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers’ own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.
Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.
Books
D Day: June 6, 1944: The Climactic Battle of World War II by Stephen E. Ambrose
The Mercies by Kiran Millwood Hargrave
The Invention of Miracles by Katie Booth
Native Providence by Patricia E. Rubertone
Media
Band of Brothers (2001)
Other
@overdueingitpod on instagram
overdueingit.org
More info about the Lippitt House Museum
Host Tayla interviews award winning author and illustrator Raúl The Third during the 2024 Rhode Island Library Association Conference in front of a live audience.
Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers’ own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.
Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.
Books
My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Ottessa Moshfegh
Your Brain's Not Broken by Dr. Tamara Rosier
Raul the Third’s work
¡Vamos! Let's Celebrate Halloween and Día de los Muertos
The Snips: A Bad Buzz Day
Media
Survivor (2000- )
Star Wars: Bad Batch (2021-2024)
Star Wars: Tales of the Empire (2024)
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order
Other
@overdueingitpod on instagram
overdueingit.org
More info about Raúl The Third
The teams that bought you Down Time with Cranston Public Library and Rhody Radio discuss their new project, Overdueing It: The Rhode Island Library Podcast. Get to know the Creative Team - Emily Goodman, Dave Bartos, Tayla Cardillo, and Lauren Walker - as they share their goals and vision for this new statewide library outreach podcast. They also discuss the joys of rewatching their comfort TV shows, punny book titles, and the importance of media literacy. In the Last Chapter, our wrap-up segment where we answer a library or bookish question, they share what two fictional universes they would like to combine
Have an exciting new project going on at your library? Want to introduce us to your neighborhood superstars? Email the team at overdueingitpod@gmail.com to find out how to get involved! Find us on Instagram @overdueingitpod or online at our website overduingit.org.
Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers’ own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.
Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.
Books
Ancillary Justice by Ann Leckie
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain
James by Percival Everett
Bitch by Lucy Cooke
Funny Story by Emily Henry
Dial A For Aunties by Jesse Q. Sutanto
Hot Earl Summer by Erica Ridley
Arsenic and Adobo by Mia P. Manansala
The Matzah Ball by Jean Meltzer
Gwen and Art Are Not In Love by Lex Croucher
The Gentleman’s Guide to Vice and Virtue by Mackenzi Lee
Mother Night by Kurt Vonnegut
Media
Cheers (1982-1993)
Reba (2001-2007)
Gilmore Girls (2000-2007)
The Simpsons (1989- )
The Simpsons Movie (2007)
Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987-1994)
Supernatural (2005-2020)
Other
Down Time With Cranston Public Library
Rhody Radio: Rhode Island Library Radio Online
Brandon Bird
Have you always wanted to listen to a podcast where library workers chat with authors, community superstars and other neighbors around Rhode Island about their current favorite books, TV and movies, and all the big things they are doing in our little state? Then check out Overdueing It: The Rhode Island Library Podcast, available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and everywhere else you find podcasts! Each episode will feature conversations with folks from around the Ocean State and beyond as they dive into what they're reading, watching, and loving.
New episodes are released every other Tuesday at noon. Subscribe to Overdueing It on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you get your podcasts!
Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.
That’s Overdueing It: The Rhode Island Library Podcast. We’re Overdueing it, but you're doing just fine!
This week Tayla is joined by Justin Silverman from the New England First Amendment Coalition and Ed Fitzpatrick from the Boston Globe. Ed shares his experience working as a journalist and how journalism has changed since he began. Justin speaks to the importance of protecting the first amendment and the free press for our democracy. They also discuss Katherine Switzer and the Boston marathon, mockumentaries, Queer Eye. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Are you a re-reader and if so what do you find yourself rereading?
Podcast disclaimer
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books
The Lola Quartet by Emily St. John Mandel
Marathon Woman by Katherine Switzer
Micheline’s Three Conditions by Rose Foley & Micheline Sheehy Skeffington
Up In the Old Hotel and Other Stories by Joseph Mitchell
Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann
AV
Rhode Island Report (podcast)
Station Eleven (2021-2022)
Documentary Now! (2015- )
Succession (2018-2023)
Queer Eye (2018- )
Other
The Boston Globe - Rhode Island
New England First Amendment Coalition
This week Tayla is joined by Evan Villari, maker of the documentary “Blood & Watershed” about the creation of the Scituate Reservoir. They talk about what Evan learned about water access making the film and his personal connections to the story. They also discuss curating library collections, a local author, and Martin Scorsese. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is the worst best book you’ve ever read?
Podcast disclaimer
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books
In-Your-Face Basketball Book by Chuck Wielgus and Alexander Wolff
Wired by Paul F. Caranci
Fat Girls Hiking by Summer Michaud-Skog
Fourth Wing by Rebeca Yarros
The Devil and the Blacksmith by Jeanpaul Farro
Browse books by John Bellairs
AV
Blood and Watershed (PBS)
Maintenance Phase (podcast)
Killers of the Flower Moon (2023)
Other
Cranston Public Library. “Library Eliminates Fines on Books.” Cranston Herald, 3 Sept. 2020, cranstononline.com/stories/library-eliminates-fines-on-books,155378.
PFAS Explained (U. S. Environmental Protection Agency)
This week Tayla is joined by Pauline Getzoyan and Giovanna Wiseman to talk about their work on the RI Holocaust and Genocide Education Commission. They share how the commission helps RI teachers include the holocaust and education about other genocides in their curricula. They also discuss reading as escapism, Barbenheimer, and Galaxy Quest. During The Last Chapter they discuss: If you could have the answer to one mystery, what would it be and why?
Podcast disclaimer
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books
The Lioness by Chris Bohjalian
Deli Sarkis: The Scars He Carried by Ellen Sarkisian Chestnut
Refugee Realities by Tara Seger
Far From the Tree by Andrew Solomon
Red, White, and Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree
AV
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2017-2023)
Barbie (2023)
Oppenheimer (2023)
The Sound of Music (1965)
Star Trek: Picard (2020-2023)
Galaxy Quest (1999)
Other
Reach out to the RI Holocaust and Genocide Education Commission at rihgec@gmail.com and at 401-646-4799
RI Department of Education Holocaust and Genocide Education Resources
Sandra Bornstein Holocaust Education Center
The Genocide Education Project
Wednesday, October 4 at 6:00 PM - The Freedom to Read: Challenges to Intellectual Freedom Then and Now @ Central
Read the latest reports about Artsakh here and here
This week guest host Elena is joined by Kim and Becky from the Central Library’s technical services department. We hope you enjoy this behind the scenes glimpse at their efforts to prepare library materials for use. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What are the kinds of books you like to give as gifts?
Podcast disclaimer
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books
Spare by Prince Harry
Frizzy by Claribel A. Ortega
Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens
The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt
Adventures of Captain Underpants by Dav Pilkey
Moo, Baa, La La La! by Sandra Boynton
Chicken Soup With Rice by Maurice Sendak
Scary Stories to Tell In the Dark by Alvin Schwartz
Browse Goosebumps books in the library catalog
I Want to Be a Vase by Julio Torres
Invisible by Christina Diaz Gonzalez, Gabriela Epstein, and Lark Pien
Amari and the Night Brothers by B. B. Alston
AV
Higglytown Heroes (2004-2008)
Heartstopper (2022- )
1923 (2022-2023)
Yellowstone (2018-2023)
Queen Charlotte (2023)
Schitt’s Creek (2015-2020)
You (2018-2024)
90 Day Fiancé (2014- )
Love Island (2015- )
The Idol (2023)
Turning Red (2021)
Where the Crawdads Sing (2022)
Scary Stories to Tell In the Dark (2019)
Goosebumps (1995-1998)
Other
Down Time Episode 159 - CPL’s Circulation Department
Cranston Public Library Materials Donation Policy
This week Tayla is joined by Teddi Jallow, Executive Director & Co-founder of the Refugee Dream Center and Honorary Chair of 2024 Reading Across Rhode Island (RARI). They discuss the work being done at Refugee Dream Center to welcome people to the United States, as well as this year’s RARI selection, Solito by Javier Zamora. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is a genre you wish you read more of?
Podcast disclaimer
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books
Solito by Javier Zamora
One Love by Cedella Marley and Vanessa Brantley-Newton
A Long Way Gone by Ishmael Beah
AV
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (2024)
Snowpiercer (2013)
Bob Marley: One Love (2024)
Our Planet (2019-2023)
Other
Refugee Dream Center
This week Tayla is joined by Christopher Woodrow-Butcher and Deb Aoki from the podcast Mangasplaining. They talk about their show Mangasplaining, a show about reading manga for the non-manga fan. They also discuss manga and comics getting them interested in things they would never be interested in on their own, webtoons, and how different generations view comics. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What anime/manga superpower would you like to have?
Podcast disclaimer
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books
Okinawa by Susumu Higa
Manga! Manga! by Frederik L. SchodtGuardians of the Louvre by Jirô Taniguchi
Tokyo On Foot by Florent Chavouet
Mondo Tokyo by Patrick Macias
Pure Invention by Matt Alt
The Uncanny Counter by Jang E (webtoon)
Akane-banashi by Yuki Suenaga and Takamasa Moue (webtoon)
Bunt by Ngozi Ukazu and Mad Rupert
Cross Game by Mitsuru Adachi
Delicious In Dungeon by Ryoko Kui
Browse books written by Chip Zdarsky in the library catalog
AV
The Uncanny Counter (2020-2023)
MrBeast reveals his biggest project ever - Colin and Samir
A Clean Sweep (2022-2023)
Delicious In Dungeon (2024- )
Dune: Part Two (2024)
A Certain Scientific Railgun (2009-2020)
Other
Mangasplaining
MSX - The Mangasplaining Extra Newsletter
ALA Graphic Novel and Comics Round Table
Seth: 7 books that shaped my life | CBC Books
Raina Telgemeier's comic about 'Barefoot Gen' translated into Japanese (cbr.com)
This week Tayla is joined by Shannon McDonnell and Christina Garcia from Sojourner House. They discuss the work Sojourner House does to support survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human traffiking. They also discuss regency romance, Dune, and how not to drown in a cup of water. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is a book you recommend to everyone?
Podcast disclaimer
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books
How Not to Drown In a Glass of Water by Angie Cruz
Emma by Jane Austen
Vampires of El Norte by Isabel Cañas
Emily Wilde’s Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett
Bridgerton Series by Julia Quinn
Consent (For Kids!) by Rachel Brian
The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch
The Four Agreements by Miguel Ruiz
AV
The Gentlemen (2024)
The Summer I Turned Pretty (2022- )
The Great (2020-2023)
Poor Things (2023)
The Marvels (2023)
Ms. Marvel (2022)
Dune (2021)
Other
Sojourner House
Down TIme Episode 40 - Rachel Brian, Author of Consent (For Kids!)
This week Tayla is joined by Dennis Hilliard, director of the Rhode Island State Crime Laboratory, and author Claremary P. Sweeney to discuss how science helps us both solve crimes and improve mystery novels. They discuss Dennis’s work at the Crime Lab and at URI and how he became a character in Claremary’s books. They also discuss NCIS, Crime Shows, and the story behind Claremary’s background gag in a PBS special about South Kingstown. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Where is your favorite place to read?
Podcast disclaimer
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books
South County Mystery Series by Claremary P. Sweeney
Fellowship of the Ring by J. R. R. Tolkien
Homegrown: Timothy McVeigh and the Rise of Right-Wing Extremism by Jeffrey Toobin
Thursday Murder Club Series by Richard Osman
AV
SistersInLaw (podcast)
All About Agatha (podcast)
Edgar Allan, détective (1981-1983)
Death and Other Details (2024)
Reacher (2022- )
NCIS (2003- )
Our Town: South Kingstown (PBS)
Other
Rhode Island State Crime Lab
Claremary P. Sweeney
Contemporary Theater Company
Courageous RI
Down Time Episode 183 - Courageous RI
“Mort had a great morning at Oak Lawn Branch…” (Facebook)
This week Tayla is joined by Elena and Angela, two members of the American Library Association’s 2024 Emerging Leaders cohort. They discuss the program and how they hope to influence library advocacy happening on behalf of the organization. They also discuss when to jump into long-running book series and watching podcasts on YouTube. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What author alive or dead would you like to meet and why?
Podcast disclaimer
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books
All the Odes by Pablo Neruda
The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams by Daniel Nayeri
Trust by Hernan Diaz
Girl, Woman, Other by Bernadine Evaristo
I Had That Same Dream Again by Yoru Sumino and Izumi Kirihara
Blue Giant Vols. 1-2 by Shinichi Ishizuka
Woman World by Aminder Dhaliwal
A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J, Maas
The Murderbot Diaries Series by Martha Wells
The Wheel of Time Series by Robert Jordan
A Song of Ice and Fire Series by George R. R. Martin
AV
Deadloch (2023- )
The Bald and the Beautiful with Trixie & Katya (YouTube)
Tiny Meat Gang (YouTube)
Random Order Show (YouTube)
Brittany Broski (YouTube)
Oh No Ross and Carrie (podcast)
Fantasy Fangirls (podcast)
Other
ALA Emerging Leaders Program
No Flying, No Tights
This week Tayla is joined by documentary filmmaker Shaun Michael Colón to talk about his latest project, Age of Audio. Age of Audio is a documentary about the rise of podcasts in popular culture and the use of the format to create art. They also discuss Sapiens, the state of the MCU and much to everyone’s surprise, football. During The Last Chapter they discuss: If you could find out the truth about one mystery what would it be?
Podcast disclaimer
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Books
Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari
Sapiens: A Graphic History by Yuval Noah Harari, David Vandermeulen, and Daniel Casanave
Abeni’s Song by P. Djeli Clark
AV
Blue Eye Samurai (2023)
Scavengers Reign (2023)
The Marvels (2023)
Ms. Marvel (2022)
Echo (2023-2024)
Reservation Dogs (2021-2023)
Black Panther (2018)
WandaVision (2021)
Loki (2021-2023)
Moon Knight (2022)
She-Hulk: Attorney at Law (2023)
Other
Age of Audio
This week Tayla is joined by Allison Horrocks and Mary Mahoney, hosts of the podcast Dolls of Our Lives and authors of the book by the same name. They discuss why they decided to make a podcast about American Girl and why these dolls appeal to so many young people. They also discuss J.Lo, podcasts leading to a reading deep dive, and mysteries. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Which American Girl do you think you’re most like?
Podcast disclaimer
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Books
Dolls of Our Lives by Mary Mahoney and Allison Horrocks
The Power Broker by Robert A. Caro
Working by Robert A. Caro
Iris Kelly Doesn’t Date by Ashley Herring Blake
First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston
Killing Me by Michele Gagnon
Hoops by Matt Tavares
Yoga Life by Brett Larkin
AV
Dolls of Our Lives (podcast)
99% Invisible (podcast)
Death and Other Details (2024- )
Mrs Sidhu Investigates (2023- )
Vanderpump Rules (2013- )
Couple to Throuple (2024- )
This Is Me…Now (trailer)
Ghosts (2021- )
Other
Allison Horrocks on Instagram
Mary Mahoney on Instagram
Download American Girl’s Black Heroines’ Books for Free
To celebrate our 200th episode, the creative team got together to share their hot takes by doing some tier ranking! Listen to find out what books ruined Elena, Robin’s favorite author events this year, Dave’s favorite robots, and Tayla’s thoughts about how librarians are represented in the media.
Podcast disclaimer
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Elena - Books That Hurt My Feelings and Made Me Want to Cry
Bunny by Mona Awad
This Thing Between Us by Gus Moreno
Bolero by Wyatt Kennedy
Pure Colour by Sheila Heti
Down the Drain by Julia Fox
We Spread by Iain Reid
Simon Sort of Says by Erin Bow
Jane by Maggie Nelson
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins
Ponies by Kij Johnson
Toilet-bound Hanako-kun by Aidalro
Robin - A Year of Attending Author Events
Jennifer Weiner
Martha Hall Kelly
Sy Montgomery
Fiona Davis
Warren Zanes
A Time to Gather by Kimberly Ragosta
Dolls of Our Lives by Mary Mahoney and Allison Horrocks
Dale Arnold
Jean Kwok
Kristen Harmel
Nicola Harrison
Lisa See
Marie Benedict
Victoria Christopher Murray
Ibram X. Kendi
Joel Christian Gill
Dave - My Favorite Thing is Robots
The Brave Little Toaster (1987)
Battlestar Galactica (2004-2009)
A Psalm For the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers
Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987-1994)
All Systems Red by Martha Wells
Short Circuit (1986)
The Wild Robot by Peter Brown
The Terraformers by Annalee Newitz
Tayla - Librarian Representation In Media
Desk Set (1957)
The Librarian - SNL (YouTube)
Avatar: The Last Airbender (2005-2008)
The Librarians (2014-2018)
Batgirl of Burnside by Cameron Stewart, Brenden Fletcher and Babs Tarr
SECRET TIER - Down TIme Episodes Ranked
Episode 189 - Blood and Watershed
Episode 178 - Star Wars From a Certain Point of View
Episode 168 - Find Your Voice with Mark Binder
Episode 153 - Reading Across Rhode Island with Sara Nović, author of TRUE BIZ (YouTube)
Episode 145 - Alex Graudins, Author of IMPROVE
Episode 188 - CPL’s Teen Volunteers
Episode 175 - F*cked Up Fairy Tales with Liz
To celebrate our 200th episode, the creative team got together to share their hot takes by doing some tier ranking! Listen to find out what books ruined Elena, Robin’s favorite author events this year, Dave’s favorite robots, and Tayla’s thoughts about how librarians are represented in the media. If you missed the livestream and would like to watch this episode with video, you can find the video version here.
Podcast disclaimer
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Elena - Books That Hurt My Feelings and Made Me Want to Cry
Bunny by Mona Awad
This Thing Between Us by Gus Moreno
Bolero by Wyatt Kennedy
Pure Colour by Sheila Heti
Down the Drain by Julia Fox
We Spread by Iain Reid
Simon Sort of Says by Erin Bow
Jane by Maggie Nelson
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins
Ponies by Kij Johnson
Toilet-bound Hanako-kun by Aidalro
Robin - A Year of Attending Author Events
Jennifer Weiner
Martha Hall Kelly
Sy Montgomery
Fiona Davis
Warren Zanes
A Time to Gather by Kimberly Ragosta
Dolls of Our Lives by Mary Mahoney and Allison Horrocks
Dale Arnold
Jean Kwok
Kristen Harmel
Nicola Harrison
Lisa See
Marie Benedict
Victoria Christopher Murray
Ibram X. Kendi
Joel Christian Gill
Dave - My Favorite Thing is Robots
The Brave Little Toaster (1987)
Battlestar Galactica (2004-2009)
A Psalm For the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers
Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987-1994)
All Systems Red by Martha Wells
Short Circuit (1986)
The Wild Robot by Peter Brown
The Terraformers by Annalee Newitz
Tayla - Librarian Representation In Media
Desk Set (1957)
The Librarian - SNL (YouTube)
Avatar: The Last Airbender (2005-2008)
The Librarians (2014-2018)
Batgirl of Burnside by Cameron Stewart, Brenden Fletcher and Babs Tarr
SECRET TIER - Down TIme Episodes Ranked
Episode 189 - Blood and Watershed
Episode 178 - Star Wars From a Certain Point of View
Episode 168 - Find Your Voice with Mark Binder
Episode 153 - Reading Across Rhode Island with Sara Nović, author of TRUE BIZ (YouTube)
Episode 145 - Alex Graudins, Author of IMPROVE
Episode 188 - CPL’s Teen Volunteers
Episode 175 - F*cked Up Fairy Tales with Liz
This week Tayla is joined by Emily to talk all things romance novels - what draws her to the genre, what keeps the formula interesting, and what she’s reading right now. They also talked about romantasy, Hallmark Channel series, and cults. During the Last Chapter they discuss: have you ever had a crush on a book character and, if so, who?
Podcast disclaimer
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books
Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros
Normal People by Sally Rooney
Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross
One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston
Between the Lines by Jodi Picoult and Samantha Van Leer
A British Girl’s Guide to Hurricanes and Heartbreak by Laura Taylor Namey
The Road Trip by Beth O’Leary
AV
Good Witch (2015-2021)
Daughters of the Cult (2024)
Love Has Won (2023)
Other
Rhody Radio
Book & Movie Groups at Cranston Public Library
This week Tayla is joined by Dave and Maggie from the Central Library to talk about media with time loops in honor of Groundhog Day. They discuss why they enjoy media with time loops and what some of their favorites are. They also discuss hopeful future narratives, brain candy, and British original vs American remake. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Is there a book that you weren’t able to finish and why?
Podcast disclaimer
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books
Babel by R. F. Kuang
All Systems Red by Martha Wells
The Future by Naomi Alderman
A Psalm For the Wild-Built (Monk & Robot #1) by Becky Chambers
Begin Again by Oliver Jeffers
Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros
Life After Life by Kate Atkinson
The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August by Claire North
How to Live Safely In a Science Fictional Universe by Charles Yu
Fortunately, the Milk by Neil Gaiman
11/22/63 by Stephen King
The Sparrow by Mary Doria Russell
AV
Groundhog Day (1993)
Ghosts (2021- )
Being Human (2008-2013)
Acapulco (2021- )
Staged Season 1 (Kanopy)
Loki (2021-2023)
Back to the Future (1985)
About Time (2013)
Other
Streaming TV & Movies at Cranston Public Library
This week Tayla is joined by Tia Pinney and Scott McCue from MetroWest Mass Audubon to talk about Massachusetts official groundhog, Ms. G. They discuss how Ms. G became Mass’s official groundhog and their upcoming groundhog’s day festivities. They also discuss King Philip's War and the value of making music. During The Last Chapter they discuss: How do you organize your bookshelves at home?
Podcast disclaimer
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books
Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer
The Name of War by Jill Lepore
Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
The Woman In the Library by Sulari Gentill
AV
Life On Our Planet (2023- )
Great British Baking Show (2010- )
Poirot (1989-2013)
Dixit Dominus by George Handel (YouTube)
Groundhog Day (1993)
Other
Mass Audubon Metro West Region
Ms. G: Massachusetts State Groundhog
Rare Books at the Boston Public Library
First Day Hikes - American Hiking Society
This week Tayla is joined by Alyssa from the Central Library and Paula, past librarian and current book lover to talk about their reading goals for the new year. They also discuss Apple TV, going to the movies, and Goodreads. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is your favorite way to find out about new books?
Podcast disclaimer
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books
Consort of Fire by Kit Rocha
The Return of Faraz Ali by Aamina Ahmad
A Thousand Ships by Natalie Haynes
Pageboy by Elliot Page
The Anthropocene Reviewed by John Green
A British Girl’s Guide to Hurricanes and Heartbreak by Laura Taylor Namey
The Lost Wife by Susanna Moore
AV
Monarch: Legacy of Monsters (2023- )
Percy Jackson and the Olympians (2023- )
Fargo (2014-2024)
Ted Lasso (2020-2023)
Anyone But You (2023)
The Marvels (2023)
The Holdovers (2023)
Other
New Harvest Coffee Roasters
The Nook Coffee House, East Greenwich, RI
Read Along with Tayla Challenge
This week Tayla is joined by Lucas and Ottavia, co-owners of Riffraff Bookstore + Bar in Providence. They discuss how taking over the ownership of Riffraff, for them, is about keeping what is special about the store going. They also discuss books about food, The Golden Bachelor, and preferences for streaming services. During The Last Chapter they discuss: If you could rewrite a book from another character’s point of view, what story/character would you choose?
Podcast disclaimer
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books
Martyr! by Kaveh Ackbar
Wrong Way by Joanne McNeil
The Land of Milk and Honey by C. Peng Zhang
Blue Ruin by Hari Kunzru
Death Valley by Melissa Broder
Family Style by Thien Pham
Family Meal by Bryan Washington
Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner
River East, River West by Aube Rey Lescure
The Book of Goose by Yiyun Li
Nightbitch by Rachel Yoder
Attachments: On Fatherhood and Other Performances by Lucas Mann
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
Julia by Sandra Newman
AV
Reservation Dogs (2021-2023)
The Great British Baking Show (2010- )
Vanderpump Rules (2013- )
The Golden Bachelor (2023- )
Only Murders In the Building (2021- )
Expedition Unknown (2015- )
Other
Riffraff Bookstore + Bar
This week Tayla is joined by Robin from the Central Library and her husband Tom to talk about their experience being balloon handlers in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. They discuss how they got involved with the parade and what it’s like to be part of such a big day! They also discuss Yoga, the Avon Theatre, and Hallmark Christmas movies. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What are your reading goals for 2024?
Podcast disclaimer
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Books
His Way by Kitty Kelley
Yoga Life by Brett Larkin
Bookshops and Bonedust by Travis Baldree
Draw a Comic! by J. P. Coovert
Browse Great Courses available in the RI eZONE
AV
The Holdovers (2023)
Reacher (2022- )
My Norwegian Holiday (2023)
Good Burger 2 (2023)
Letterkenny (2016-2023)
What If…? (2021- )
Kung Fu Panda (2008)
Other
The Avon Theatre, Providence, RI
Barre & Soul, Wayland Square
BRAKING AIDS Ride
A Beautiful Noise | The Neil Diamond Musical
Our team is on break for one more week, but don’t fret, we have a delicious Rhody Radio episode here to keep your podcast feed fed. Back in October, the Rhody Radio team enlisted library workers from around the state to try out all of the restaurants featured in the Rhode Island Food Fights TacoMania competition, and they’ve compiled their reviews into an audio feast to guide your own taco adventures! They also sat down with Jim Nellis, the Founder of Rhode Island Food Fights, to talk about the competition and how it got started. We hope you enjoy this episode, and we’ll be back next week with a brand new episode of Down Time.
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Rhody Eats is a segment in which we rank the most popular foods in Rhode Island. In this episode, we enlist our colleagues across the state to find the best tacos Rhode Island and choose our favorites, using the RI Food Fights Taco Mania 2023 as a guide.
We are also joined by Jim Nellis, founder of RI Food Fights, to talk about his work sharing Ocean State food culture with our communities.
Our sincere thanks to Jim Nellis for joining us, as well as our colleagues Kate, Heather, Pam, Patricia, Peter, and Heather for joining us on our taco adventures. And be sure to check out this bonus episode from October 27, with even more taco reviews from our RI library colleagues:
BONUS: A Second Helping of Tacos!
Did you try something from the episode or disagree with our ranking? Be sure to let us know what you think!
Theme song: Happy Cooking Show by Music for Videos from Pixabay.
The team at Down Time is taking some down time for the holidays, and we’re using this opportunity to share a couple of episodes from Rhody Radio. First up, we have an episode presented by Liz Gotauco. You may remember Liz from Episode 175 of Down Time, when she introduced us to her TikTok channel, F*cked Up Fairy Tales. In this episode of Rhody Radio, she offers some spooky Christmas stories served up in her signature style. Enjoy!
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Looking for less merry and more macabre in your Yuletide stories? Liz Gotauco AKA Cosbrarian is here to help! By day Liz is the children's librarian at Cumberland Public Library, but by night she is a storyteller for adults, best known for her comedic series "F*cked Up Fairy Tales" on TikTok. With a passion for strong women leads, marginalized voices, salacious stories, and surprising plot elements, Liz reminds grown-ups to take a break and imagine.
We hope you enjoy this collection of eerie stories from around the world, sure to put an extra chill in even the darkest winter night.
Story sources and further reading:
- “Frau Perchta, the Belly-Slitter” by Bone and Sickle
- “Meet the Thirteen Yule Lads, Iceland’s Own Mischievous Santa Clauses” by Smithsonian Mag
- “Why Iceland’s Christmas Witch Is Much Cooler (and Scarier) Than Krampus” via Smithsonian Mag
- “Hans Von Trotha” via Wikipedia
- “The Evil Butcher” via the St. Nicholas Center
- Ginevra, or, The old oak chest, a Christmas story by Susan Wallace (1894)
- “The Legend of the Mistletoe Bough” via Wikipedia
- “The Romance of Certain Old Clothes” by Henry James (1868)
- “Secrets of the Old Oak Trunk” is an original short story by Liz Gotauco, November 2023
Music:
- “The Demons Dance on Christmas Eve” by melodyayresgriffiths
- “Coventry Carol” by Chillmore
- “A Christmas Tale” by lena_orsa
- “Our Love is Here to Stay” performed by Gracenotes in 2011, featuring Charles Wizon on violin, Lou Messana on guitar and Al Cardillo on bass
- “Gray Cuckoo Christmas Background Music” by Oleksii Kaplunskyi
- “In the Bleak Midwinter” by Julius H.
This week Tayla is joined by Dawn (aka Hillary Shank) and Breanne (aka Gabagool) from Providence Roller Derby. They discuss the sport of roller derby, how it’s changed over the last couple of decades and what makes Providence Roller Derby special. They also discuss the Great British Baking Show, Edgar Allen Poe, and nostalgic cartoons. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is your favorite fictional depiction of roller derby?
Podcast disclaimer
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Books
Giuseppe’s Italian Bakes by Giuseppe Dell’Anno
House of Leaves by Mark Z. Danielewski
Afterworlds by Scott Westerfield
Us by Sara Soler
Roller Girl by Victoria Jamieson
Bruised by Tanya Boteju
AV
Great British Baking Show (2010- )
The Fall of the House of Usher (2023)
Gravity Falls (2012-2016)
Birds of Prey (2020)
Bob’s Burgers (2011- )
Other
Providence Roller Derby
@provrollerderby on Instagram
Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA)
This week Tayla is joined by Jariah, the creator of twohungrybitchesRI, the social media brand featuring food and entertainment in the Ocean State. They talk about how Jariah started posting about food and what it means to be a food influencer. They also discuss disability representation in books, rewatching shows, and the zoo. During The Last Chapter they discuss: If you could have a superpower, what superpower would you have?
Podcast disclaimer
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books
Maybe In Another Life by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros
AV
Adventure Time (2010-2018)
Adventure Time: Fiona & Cake (2023)
Being Human (2008-2013)
Supernatural (2005-2020)
Other
twohungrybitchesRI (TikTok)
boozybitches_RI (Instagram)
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (MedlinePlus)
Down Time Episode 67 - Conservations With the Roger Williams Park Zoo
This week Tayla is joined by Evan Villari, maker of the documentary “Blood & Watershed” about the creation of the Scituate Reservoir. They talk about what Evan learned about water access making the film and his personal connections to the story. They also discuss curating library collections, a local author, and Martin Scorsese. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is the worst best book you’ve ever read?
Podcast disclaimer
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books
In-Your-Face Basketball Book by Chuck Wielgus and Alexander Wolff
Wired by Paul F. Caranci
Fat Girls Hiking by Summer Michaud-Skog
Fourth Wing by Rebeca Yarros
The Devil and the Blacksmith by Jeanpaul Farro
Browse books by John Bellairs
AV
Blood and Watershed (PBS)
Maintenance Phase (podcast)
Killers of the Flower Moon (2023)
Other
Cranston Public Library. “Library Eliminates Fines on Books.” Cranston Herald, 3 Sept. 2020, cranstononline.com/stories/library-eliminates-fines-on-books,155378.
PFAS Explained (U. S. Environmental Protection Agency)
This week guest host Elena is joined by two of our teen volunteers, Emelin and Kiane. They discuss their experience volunteering for the library and why they find it so fulfilling. They also trash problematic book heroines and dish on YA book bad boys. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Have you ever had a crush on a book character and if so who?
Podcast disclaimer
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books
This Train is Being Held by Ismée Williams
With the Fire On High by Elizabeth Acevedo
Ghosted by J. M. Darhower
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid
The Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins
Zombies Don’t Eat Veggies by Megan Lacera
Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo
Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi
AV
Daisy Jones & the Six (2023)
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes (2023)
Outer Banks (2020- )
Other
Teen Services at Cranston Public Library
This week Tayla is joined by Peter Shinkle, author of Uniting America: How FDR and Henry Stimson Brought Democrats and Republicans Together to Win World War II. They talk about Peter’s process writing and researching the book as well as how we find ourselves in a similar political climate today. They also discuss Superman Smashes the Klan, animals in movies, and historical costuming. During The Last Chapter they discuss: If you were going to read outside of your comfort zone, what genre would you read?
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Books
Uniting America by Peter Shinkle
Empire Statesman by Robert A. Slayton
Superman Smashes the Klan by Gene Luen Yang and Gurihiru
Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann
The Free Speech Handbook by Ian Rosenberg and Mike Cavallero
AV
Superman vs the KKK Complete Radio Adventure (YouTube)
Barbie (2023)
Oppenheimer (2023)
Au Hasard Balthazar (1966)
EO (2022)
The Banshees of Inisherin (2022)
The Gilded Age (2022- )
Killers of the Flower Moon (2023)
Other
Author Peter Shinkle
Interlibrary Loan at Cranston Public Library
This week Tayla is joined by David Goldenberg, maker of the documentary “End of the Line: The Tracks that Shaped Our RI Streetcar Suburb” about the Edgewood Trolleys and their heyday at the turn of the century. They talk about the story behind the documentary and the ways libraries and archives helped make the documentary happen. They also discuss Kurt Vonnegut, The Gilded Age, and steamships. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What’s one book that you always recommend to everyone?
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Books
Browse books by Arnaldur Indriðason
Cheap Land Colorado by Ted Conover
Nomadland by Jessica Bruder
109 East Palace by Jennet Conant
Crossing On Time by David Macaulay
The Boston Strangler by Gerold Frank
Walden, or, Life In the Woods by Henry David Thoreau
AV
End of the Line: The Tracks that Shaped Our RI Streetcar Suburb (Vimeo)
Kurt Vonnegut: Unstuck In Time (2021)
Slaughterhouse-Five (1972)
Belfast (2021)
The Gilded Age (2022- )
Upstairs, Downstairs (1971-1975)
Down Time Episode 171 - Steamship Historical Society of America
Other
Bartlett, Emma. “The End of the Line Is Here.” Cranston Herald, 6 Dec. 2022
Providence Public Library Digital Collections
Warwick Historical Society
Music Division - New York Public Library Digital Collections
This week Tayla is joined by Justin Silverman from the New England First Amendment Coalition and Ed Fitzpatrick from the Boston Globe. Ed shares his experience working as a journalist and how journalism has changed since he began. Justin speaks to the importance of protecting the first amendment and the free press for our democracy. They also discuss Katherine Switzer and the Boston marathon, mockumentaries, Queer Eye. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Are you a re-reader and if so what do you find yourself rereading?
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Books
The Lola Quartet by Emily St. John Mandel
Marathon Woman by Katherine Switzer
Micheline’s Three Conditions by Rose Foley & Micheline Sheehy Skeffington
Up In the Old Hotel and Other Stories by Joseph Mitchell
Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann
AV
Rhode Island Report (podcast)
Station Eleven (2021-2022)
Documentary Now! (2015- )
Succession (2018-2023)
Queer Eye (2018- )
Other
The Boston Globe - Rhode Island
New England First Amendment Coalition
This week we have a special halloween episode for you all to enjoy. We went around and chatted with our colleagues here at Cranston Public Library to find out what they usually do for Halloween. We also got some of them to share their scariest horror movie memories. Thank you to Sarah, Becky, Sam, Robin, Ally, Katherine, Julie, Alyssa, Carla, and Christine for helping make this episode possible.
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Looking for more horror reading and viewing suggestions? Try these past episodes:
- Episode 131 - Horror for All
- Episode 28 - Things That Go BUMP In the Night
Who Is Pupkin??
This week Tayla is joined by Pam Steager from Courageous RI, a Department of Homeland Security project to increase media literacy and prevent domestic terrorism. They talk about the projects that Courageous RI has implemented in order to increase media literacy among Rhode Islanders. They also discuss reading or work and pleasure, sci-fi as a reflection of our society, how much “the algorithm” knows about us. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What are some titles you would recommend to people who want to learn more about media literacy?
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Books
Learning to Depolarize by Kent Lenci
Necessary Trouble by Drew Gilpin Faust
Saga by Brian K. Vaughan and Fiona Staples
Born a Crime by Trevor Noah
High Conflict by Amanda Ripley
Mind Over Media by Renee Hobbs
I Never Thought of It That Way by Mónica Guzmán
AV
Only Murders In the Building (2021- )
Roald Dahl’s The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar (2023)
Other
Courageous RI
This week Tayla is joined by Robin and John who work at the Central Library to talk about their time doing library advocacy in honor of National Friends of the Libraries Week. They share how library super fans can get involved in library advocacy and help their local library thrive. They also discuss meeting Henry Winkler, going to the movies vs streaming, and folk music. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Do you track your reading and if so how?
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Books
Sea of Glory by Nathaniel Philbrick
Empress of the Nile by Lynne Olson
Set the Night On Fire by Robby Krieger
Everything I Learned, I Learned In a Chinese Restaurant by Curtis Chin
Being Henry by Henry Winkler
Niagara Falls, or Does It? (Hank Zipzer #1) by Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver
Galaxy: The Prettiest Star by Jadzia Axelrod and Jess Taylor
AV
Cobra (2020- )
Oppenheimer (2023)
Air (2023)
Barbie (2023)
Coyote Stories by the Crane Wives
Other
National Friends of Libraries Week, October 15-21
Cranston Public Library Museum Passes
Rhode Island Library Association
fREADom RI
This week Tayla is joined by Miranda from Pride Alliance at RIC and Jae from SAGA at URI to talk about their experience being part of a LGBTQIA+ organization at their schools. They share the role of their organization on their campus and their experience being part of the leadership of these groups. They also discuss bi erasure, representation in media, Queer reality TV. During The Last Chapter they discuss: If you were a flavor of ice cream, what flavor would you be?
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Books
The Book Thief by Markus Zusak
The Best We Could Do by Thi Bui
I Wish You All the Best by Mason Deaver
Money and Love by Myra H. Strober and Abby Davisson
Heartstopper by Alice Osman
AV
Heartstopper (2022- )
The Ultimatum: Queer Love (2023- )
Other
URI SAGA (Instagram)
RIC Pride Alliance (Instagram)
Sexual Health Includes Pleasure (SHIP)
Book challenges and threats to intellectual freedom are on the rise nationwide, and community support of public libraries is more important than ever. The Sandra Bornstein Holocaust Education Center and the Cranston Public Library presented a panel discussion looking at the historical context of intellectual freedom and how we can respond and advocate for these institutions and freedoms in the present. Bringing together historians, public librarians, and free speech advocates, this event will frame the importance of protecting and advocating for institutions that enable a free and pluralistic society.This panel discussion and audience Q&A was moderated by Tayla Cardillo, chair of the RI Library Association Intellectual Freedom Committee, and featured opening remarks from library trustee Michael Goldberg. Panelists included: Brigitte Hopkins and Bill Lancellotta from the Westerly Library; Steven Brown, Executive Director of the Rhode Island ACLU; and Michael Bryant, Professor of History and Legal Studies at Bryant University.Recorded and streamed live on Oct 4, 2023
This week Tayla is joined by Pauline Getzoyan and Giovanna Wiseman to talk about their work on the RI Holocaust and Genocide Education Commission. They share how the commission helps RI teachers include the holocaust and education about other genocides in their curricula. They also discuss reading as escapism, Barbenheimer, and Galaxy Quest. During The Last Chapter they discuss: If you could have the answer to one mystery, what would it be and why?
This episode was recorded prior to Azerbaijan's attacks on Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh) on Sept. 19. The ethnic cleansing of the Armenians of Artsakh has led to a humanitarian catastrophe, as more than 100,000 have been forced to flee to Armenia. For current information visit armenianweekly.com.
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Books
The Lioness by Chris Bohjalian
Deli Sarkis: The Scars He Carried by Ellen Sarkisian Chestnut
Refugee Realities by Tara Seger
Far From the Tree by Andrew Solomon
Red, White, and Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree
AV
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2017-2023)
Barbie (2023)
Oppenheimer (2023)
The Sound of Music (1965)
Star Trek: Picard (2020-2023)
Galaxy Quest (1999)
Other
Reach out to the RI Holocaust and Genocide Education Commission at rihgec@gmail.com and at 401-646-4799
RI Department of Education Holocaust and Genocide Education Resources
Sandra Bornstein Holocaust Education Center
The Genocide Education Project
Wednesday, October 4 at 6:00 PM - The Freedom to Read: Challenges to Intellectual Freedom Then and Now @ Central
Read the latest reports about Artsakh here and here
This week guest host Elena is joined by Genesis and Agonza, two rising Latinae artists to discuss their projects and celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. They discuss the importance of being visible in their work so that kids can see people like them achieving great things. They also chat about the origins of Halloween, horror, and Spanish children’s books. During The Last Chapter they discuss reading snacks!
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Books
Born to Rise by Kim Fuller
Plátanos Go With Everything by Lissette Norman, Sara Palacios, and Kianni N. Antigua
Cadáver Exquisito by Agustina Bazterrica
Nineteen Claws and a Black Bird: Stories by Agustina Bazterrica
On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong
You Are Your Best Thing edited by Tarana Burke and Brené Brown
Too Many Tamales by Gary Soto
Not a Monster by Claudia Guadalupe Martinez and Laura González
Islandborn by Junot Díaz and Leo Espinosa
If Dominican Were a Color by Sili Recio and Brianna McCarthy
AV
Reservation Dogs (2021-2023)
Other
Agonza Art
RI Latino Arts
This week Tayla is joined by Suzanne Walker and Emma Mieko Candon to discuss their short stories in Star Wars From a Certain Point of View: Return of the Jedi. They share with us what it was like writing in a universe that they have loved since childhood. They also discuss both reading and writing fantasy and science fiction, rewatching shows, and Critical Role. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What would be the title of your autobiography/memoir?
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Books
Star Wars From a Certain Point of View: Return of the Jedi
Mooncakes by Suzanne Walker and Wendy Xu
Archive Undying by Emma Mieko Candon
Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi by S. A. Chakroborty
Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree
The Water Outlaws by S. L. Huang
The Death I Gave Him by Em X. Liu
Baking Yesteryear by B. Dylan Hollis
AV
Black Sails (2014-2017)
The Venture Bros. (2003-2018)
The Venture Bros.: Radiant Is the Blood of the Baboon Heart (2023)
Friends at the Table (podcast)
The Legend of Vox Machina (2022- )
Other
Suzanne Walker
Emma Mieko Candon
Waypoint
This week guest host Robin is joined by Robin Kall, founder of “Reading with Robin”, which started as a radio show and turned into in person author events. They discuss how Robin got started doing these sorts of events and how it has grown since she started in 2002. They also chat about yoga, marking books DNF, and feel-good movies. During The Last Chapter they discuss their feelings about audiobooks.
Interested in free tickets to see Jean Kwok at the Gamm Theatre on Wednesday, October 11 at 7:00 PM? Email Robin at robin@robinkall.com and let her know you heard about the event on Down Time for free admission!
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Books
Family Family by Laurie Frankel
Everybody Yoga by Jessamyn Stanley
Yoke by Jessamyn Stanley
You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah by Fiona Rosenbloom
Heartburn by Nora Ephron
The Breakaway by Jennifer Weiner
The Leftover Woman by Jean Kwok
Being Henry by Henry Winkler
AV
You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah (2023)
The Crown (2016-2023)
80 For Brady (2023)
Heartburn (1986)
Other
Reading With Robin
An Evening With Author Jean Kwok - Wed, Oct 11 at 6:30 PM @ The Gamm Theater (1245 Jefferson Blvd Warwick, RI)
Curiosity & Co., Jamestown, RI
Bookshop.org
This week Tayla is joined by Carla Panciera, author of Barnflower: A Rhode Island Farm Memoir and Kristin Orr, a dairy farmer from Thompson, CT. Carla joins us to talk about her book and her experience growing up on a dairy farm while Kristin adds her perspective on what dairy farming is like today. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Where is your favorite place to read?
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Books
Barnflower: A Rhode Island Farm Memoir by Carla Panciera
Milk by Deborah Valenze
The Carrying by Ada Limón
Three Junes by Julia Glass
Other
Carla Panciera
Fort Hill Farms, Thompson, CT
The Sealey Challenge
Saturday, October 14 at 3:00 PM - Carla Panciera Presents “Barnflower: A Rhode Island Memoir” @ Central
This week Tayla is joined by Liz Gotauco, YS librarian at the Cumberland Public Library and creator of the TikTok F*cked Up Fairy Tales. They talk about Liz’s experience sharing these takes on classic fairy tales online and what is the possible future for FUFT. They also discuss Avatar the Last Airbender, Shakespeare, and musical improv. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What fairytale/folktale would you like to see retold from another character’s perspective?
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Books
Disfigured by Amanda Leduc
Shakesqueer edited by Madhavi Menon
Stamped From the Beginning by Ibram X Kendi and Joel Christian Gill
Grimm’s Fairy Tales
Andersen's Fairy Tales
The Happy Prince, and Other Tales by Oscar Wilde
A Tale Dark and Grimm by Adam Gidwitz
The Magic Fish by Trung Le Nguyen
Deerskin by Robin McKinley
Scarlet by A. C. Gaughen
Sherwood by Meagan Spooner
AV
Avatar: The Last Airbender (2005-2008)
Only Murders In the Building (2021- )
The Afterparty (2022- )
Critical Role
Make Some Noise (2022- )
Rachel Sandy (TikTok)
Jim Henson’s The Storyteller (1987-1989)
Robin Hood (2006-2009)
The Green Knight (2021)
Mass Effect (videogame)
Other
Cosbrarian - Home
Episode 44 - Cosplay During Quarantine
This week Tayla is joined by Jeremy Whitley (Princeless, School for Extraterrestrial Girls) and Chris Schweizer (Six Sidekicks of Trigger Keaton, History Comic: Roanoke Colony) to talk about their experience making comics for young people. They also discuss horror movies, video games, and Christmas folklore. During The Last Chapter they discuss: If you could rewrite a book from another character’s point of view, what book and character would you choose?
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Books
Princeless by Jeremy Whitley and M. Goodwin
The Dog Knight by Jeremy Whitley and Bre Indigo
School for Extraterrestrial Girls by Jeremy Whitley and Jamie Noguchi
Maker Comics: Fix a Car! By Chris Schweizer
The Roanoke Colony: America’s First Mystery by Chris Schweizer and Liz Trice Schweizer
Browse books by Marvin Kaye in the library catalog
Sondheim On Music by Mark Eden Horowitz
Traitor’s Blade (Greatcoats #1) by Sebastien de Castell
Elle Campbell Wins Their Weekend by Ben Kahn (via bookshop.org)
A Blade So Black by L. L. McKinney
Titan King by Tony Hawkins
Clock Striker by Issaka Galadima
Saga Compendium One by Brian K. Vaughan and Fiona Staples
AV
Raising Hope (2010-2014)
Progressively Horrified (podcast)
Hellbender (2021)
Dead End: Paranormal Park (2022)
Ted Lasso (2020-2023)
Yellowjackets (2021- )
Red Dead Redemption II (video game)
Death Stranding (video game)
AEW: Fight Forever (video game)
Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic (video game)
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim (video game)
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (2023)
Other
Jeremy Whitley
Chris Schweizer
Saturday AM
This week Tayla and Dave are joined by Jodie Vinson from LitArtsRI to talk about their new space! They talk about all of the benefits of becoming a LitArtRI member including access to co-working space, workshops, and more. They also discuss health care inequality, serial killers, and Esther Perel. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Have you ever had a crush on a character from a book and if so who?
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Books
American Breakdown by Jennifer Lunden
A Matter of Appearance by Emily Wells
Kid Gloves by Lucy Knisley
The Heartbeat at Wounded Knee by David Treuer
My Friend Dahmer by Derf Backderf
Boys Weekend by Mattie Lubchansky
Mating In Captivity by Esther Perel
The Science of Trust by John M. Gottman
A Wrinkle In Time by Madeleine L’Engle
Browse books by Rebecca Stead in the library catalog
A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce
Twilight by Stephenie Meyer
City of Bones (Mortal Instruments #1) by Cassandra Clare
AV
Where Should We Begin? (podcast)
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023)
Asteroid City (2023)
Clue (1985)
The Outsiders (1983)
Pride and Prejudice (1995)
Pride & Prejudice (2005)
Other
LitArts RI
This week Tayla brought the rest of the Down Time Creative Team - Dave, Robin and Elena - together to talk about books from our experience re-reading books from our youth. After having re-read these books we enjoyed, we answer the question: does it hit different? They also talk about cryptids, Indiana Jones, and Barbie. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is the hardest you’ve laughed while reading a book?
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Books
The Bawk-Ness Monster by Sara Goetter & Natalie Riess
Deliver Me From Nowhere by Warren Zanes
The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
Nimona by ND Stevenson
Forever by Judy Blume
The Fault In Our Stars by John Green
The White Mountains by John Christopher
Uglies by Scott Westerfeld
AV
The Bear (2022- )
Nimona (2023)
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023)
The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones (2002-2008)
Barbie (2023)
This week Tayla is joined by Astrid Drew from the Steamship Historical Society located in Warwick, RI. They talk about what the Steamship Historical Society collects and the recent work they’ve done to make their collection more diverse. They also discuss zombies, TV adaptations, and The Bear. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Do you annotate books or take notes in some way while reading?
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Books
Archives Power by Randall C. Jimerson
Going Postal by Terry Pratchett
Clementine Vol. 1 by Tillie Walden
Leviathan Wakes (Expanse #1) by James S. A. Corey
AV
The Last of Us (2023- )
Old Gods of Appalachia (podcast)
The Bear (2022- )
The Expanse (2015-2022)
Wheel of Time (2021- )
Other
Steamship Historical Society of America
Episode 164 - State of Intellectual Freedom with Emily Drabinski and Deborah Caldwell-Stone
This week guest host Elena is joined by Kim and Becky from the Central Library’s technical services department. We hope you enjoy this behind the scenes glimpse at their efforts to prepare library materials for use. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What are the kinds of books you like to give as gifts?
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Books
Spare by Prince Harry
Frizzy by Claribel A. Ortega
Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens
The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt
Adventures of Captain Underpants by Dav Pilkey
Moo, Baa, La La La! by Sandra Boynton
Chicken Soup With Rice by Maurice Sendak
Scary Stories to Tell In the Dark by Alvin Schwartz
Browse Goosebumps books in the library catalog
I Want to Be a Vase by Julio Torres
Invisible by Christina Diaz Gonzalez, Gabriela Epstein, and Lark Pien
Amari and the Night Brothers by B. B. Alston
AV
Higglytown Heroes (2004-2008)
Heartstopper (2022- )
1923 (2022-2023)
Yellowstone (2018-2023)
Queen Charlotte (2023)
Schitt’s Creek (2015-2020)
You (2018-2024)
90 Day Fiancé (2014- )
Love Island (2015- )
The Idol (2023)
Turning Red (2021)
Where the Crawdads Sing (2022)
Scary Stories to Tell In the Dark (2019)
Goosebumps (1995-1998)
Other
Down Time Episode 159 - CPL’s Circulation Department
Cranston Public Library Materials Donation Policy
This week guest host Robin is joined by Zaidee and Myshara, two library staff members of the William Hall Library who also work at academic libraries in RI. They share their journey into librarianship as well as some of the differences between the work in the two different library types. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is your favorite library that you’ve worked at or visited?
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Books
Little Monarchs by Jonathan Case
My Mad Fat Diary by Rae Earl
The Paris Daughter by Kristin Harmel
Translation State by Ann Leckie
Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro
AV
Shameless (2011-2021)
1000-lb Sisters (2020- )
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (video game)
Other
James P. Adams Library at Rhode Island College
Robert L. Carothers Library at University of Rhode Island
This week Tayla is joined by Mark Binder, author, storyteller, and award nominated audiobook writer/narrator. They talk about how he went from a playwright/author to a live storyteller and what kept him doing storytelling. They also discuss Discworld, tabletop games, and medical dramas. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What author alive or dead would you like to meet and why? P.S. This is the first Down Time episode that included harmonica accompaniment.
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Books
Browse books by Mark Binder in the library catalog
Ink Black Heart by Robert Galbraith
The Friday Night Knitting Club by Kate Jacobs
Die by Kieron Gillen, Stephanie Hans, and Clayton Cowles
Night Watch by Terry Pratchett
AV
Star Trek: Picard (2020-2023)
Grey’s Anatomy (2005- )
New Amsterdam (2018-2023)
Everything Everywhere All At Once (2022)
Other
https://markbinderbooks.com/
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Breaking news from the BH&PS Action News Team on May 25, 1778, as an invading regiment of British and Hessian soldiers marched through Bristol, RI, setting fire to the homes of rebels and loyalists alike. This thrilling radio play, produced in the style of CBS Radio’s You Are There series from 1947-1957, takes you on location with reporter William J. Bell (portrayed by Christopher Lane) describing the scene and interviewing soldiers and citizens from the scene of the action.
This episode was produced in collaboration with the Rogers Free Library, the Bristol Historical and Preservation Society, the Barrington Public Library, and Rhody Radio. Script for the Burning of Bristol was written by Rei Battcher.
CAST:
- Rei Battcher: Town Crier and Lt. Colonel James Campbell
- Sarah Weed: Washerwoman and Mrs. Woodbury
- Dr. Catherine W. Zipf, Announcer
- Christopher Lane: Reporter William J. Bell and Hezekiah Usher
Yankee Doodle performed by the Air Force Ceremonial Band, accessed via https://www.music.af.mil/Multimedia/Music/Public-Domain-Music/. Sound effects from https://mixkit.co/free-sound-effects/ and https://soundbible.com/.
This week Tayla is joined by Julia Krasnow and Laura Guillén from EforAll Rhode Island to talk about their work accelerating economic and social impact in communities in the Ocean State through inclusive entrepreneurship. They also discuss escapist reading and returning to the movies of their childhood as adults. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is one book or resource that you recommend to people at the beginning of their entrepreneurial journey?
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Books
The Invention of Nature by Andrea Wulf
A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin
The Summer Getaway by Susan Mallery
Browse books by V. C. Andrews in the library catalog
The Entrepreneur Mind by Kevin D. Johnson
AV
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2017-2023)
Succession (2018-2023)
RuPaul’s Drag Race (2009- )
Tasting History with Max Miller (YouTube)
Labyrinth (1986)
The Terminator (1984)
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971)
E.T. (1982)
Airheads (1994)
Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure (1989)
Dude, Where’s My Car? (2000)
Other
EforAll Rhode Island
Rhode Island Commerce
This week Tayla is joined by Christine “Tacos” Blandino and Andrew Grover to talk about working with Lego. Andrew talks about this experience recreating RI landmarks with Lego and Christine discusses her work using Lego to teach kids STEM. They also discuss Providence as an old world city, TV shows as background noise, and needing to have music on while driving . During The Last Chapter they discuss: What fictional world would you like to visit on vacation?
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Books
Nobody Told Me This About Raising a Bilingual Child by Janny Perez
Lost Providence by David Brussat
Be Prepared by Vera Brosgol
AV
Frasier (1993-2004)
Beef (2023- )
The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)
The Ten Commandments (1956)
Other
Powered By Tacos
Rhode Island Lego Artist (Andrew Grover)
No Flying No Tights
This week Tayla is joined by Emily Drabinski, incoming president of the American Library Association, and Deborah Caldwell-Stone, director of the ALA Office for Intellectual Freedom. They get into the controversy of book challenges and censorship, which poses a threat to free expression and vital library services all over the United States. They also discuss cozy mysteries, trash TV, and balancing reading for work and for pleasure. This episode was recorded live at the 2023 Rhode Island Library Association Annual Conference, held May 24-25 at the Providence Public Library.
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Books
Little Eyes by Samanta Schweblin
Family Values by Melinda Cooper
Libraries and the Global Retreat From Democracy edited by Natalie Green Taylor, Karen Kettnich, Ursula Gorham, and Paul T. Jaeger
Burglars Can’t Be Choosers (Bernie Rhodenbarr #1) by Lawrence Block
Dog On It (Chet & Bernie Mystery #1) by Spencer Quinn
Browse books by Connie Willis
AV
Shrinking (2023- )
Superstore (2015-2021)
Summer House (2017- )
Maine Cabin Masters (2017- )
The Bachelorette (2003- )
Q-Force (2021)
Other
American Library Association
ALA Office of Intellectual Freedom
WisCon Science Fiction Convention
LeRoy C. Merritt Humanitarian Fund
Rhode Island Library Association
fREADom in Rhode Island
This week Tayla is joined by Jerrad Pacatte and Jennifer Galpern from the Rhode Island Historical Society to talk about their new RI History Navigator Tool. They also discuss mermaids, cooking shows, and Unsolved Mysteries. During The Last Chapter they discuss: If you could travel back in time to visit any time period, what time period would you choose?
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Books
Love of Freedom by Catherine Adams and Elizabeth H. Peck
The Other Black Girl by Zakiya Dalila Harris
Rolling In the Deep by Mira Grant
Into the Drowning Deep by Mira Grant
The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet by Becky Chambers
AV
Grace (2021- )
How Close Can I Beach (2018- )
Barefoot Contessa: Back to Basics (2008- )
Farmhouse Rules (2013- )
Anna Nicole Smith: You Don’t Know Me (2023)
Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody (2022)
Unsolved Mysteries (1987-2010)
Six Feet Under (2001-2005)
Unsolved Mysteries (2020- )
Unsolved Mysteries (podcast)
Beyond Belief: Fact of Fiction (1997-2022)
Other
Rhode Island Historical Society
Rhode Island History Navigator
Florence Griswold Museum, Old Lyme, CT
Getting Dress Series - CrowsEyeProductions
This week Tayla is joined by Maria Cotto, Babs Wells, and Lisa Lesinski, three RI librarians who are part of the Sensory Friendly Inclusive Group. They talk all about how the Sensory Friendly Inclusive group supports and inspires library workers to offer sensory friendly programming at their libraries. They also discuss audiobooks, youth graphic novels, and family recipes. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What are your favorite titles that celebrate the neurodiverse community?
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Books
Finding Me by Viola Davis
Lessons In Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
Finally Seen by Kelly Lang
The Midnight Children by Dan Gemeinhart
The Golden Spoon by Jessa Maxwell
The Flight of Gemma Hardy by Margot Livesey
Eat to Beat Your Diet by William Li
The Bad Guys by Aaron Blabey
For Small Creatures Such as We by Sasha Sagan
Anybody Here Seen Frenchie? by Leslie Conner
The Curious Incident of the Dog In the Night-time by Mark Haddon
The Reason I Jump by Naoki Higashida
The Girl Who Thought In Pictures by Julia Finley Mosca
AV
White Lotus (2021-2023)
Dead To Me (2019-2022)
Fast X (2023)
Jeopardy (1984- )
George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces (2012- )
At the Chef’s Table (2003-2004)
Up Here (2023- )
Other
Sensory Friendly Inclusive Group
The Autism Project
Temple Grandin
This week Tayla is joined by author and librarian Dawn Wing to talk about her work highlighting Chinese American stories. They talk about graphic memoir and the power of it as a storytelling format, Zine making, and stories about Asian Americans in books and TV. During The Last Chapter they discuss: How do you organize your bookshelves at home?
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Books
In Limbo by Deb JJ Lee
Our Stories Carried Us Here edited by Julie Vang, Tea Rozman, and Tom Kaczynski
The Best We Could Do by Thi Bui
Everything is an Emergency by Jason Adam Katzenstein
Love In the Library by Maggie Tokuda-Hall and Yas Imamura
AV
Beef (2023- )
Other
Water Pig Press
Green Card Voices
NEW Cranston Public Library catalog
This week Tayla is joined by fellow Cranston Public Library librarians Alyssa and June to discuss their work with teens both in and outside the library. They also discuss restorative justice, hopeful sci-fi and reality TV. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is the last book you bought?
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Books
Healing Justice Lineages by Cara Page and Erica Woodland
The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet by Becky Chambers
A Prayer for the Crown-Shy by Becky Chambers
Ms. Davis by Sybille Titeux de la Croix and Amazing Améziane
Electric Idol by Katee Robert
The World Keeps Ending, and the World Goes On by Franny Choi
You Will Find Your People by Lane Moore
AV
Agnès Varda
Éric Rohmer
Love Is Blind (2020- )
Total Divas (2013-2019)
Other
PrYSM
This week guest host Elena is joined by Dana and Carla from Cranston Public Library’s Circulation Department to talk about their approach to creating a welcoming and efficient library for the community. They also talk about horror audiobooks, books-into-TV-series, and legacy social media apps. During The Last Chapter they discuss: if you were embarking on a year-long spiritual journey and could bring only one book, what title would you choose?
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Books
What Happened to the Bennetts by Lisa Scottoline
Me by Elton John
This Thing Between Us by Gus Moreno
The Grip of It by Jac Jemc
Little House On the Prairie by Laura Ingells Wilder
Daisy Jones & the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Alanna: The First Adventure by Tamora Pierce
AV
Stay Close (2021)
The Stranger (2020)
Bad Sisters (2022- )
Abbott Elementary (2021- )
Weeds (2005-2012)
The Count of Monte Cristo (2002)
Greatest Hits by Bob Seger & the Silver Bullet Band
Synchronicity by The Police
Grease (1978)
The Stranger by Billy Joel
Shrek (2001)
Other
Vine (social media)
This week guest host Robin is joined by Nora Lester Murad, author of Ida In the Middle, and Susan Muaddi Darraj, author of Farah Rocks Fifth Grade, to talk about their books, writing authentic portrayals of Palestinian life and joy, and why representation in media is so important for everyone. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Do you have a memory of a book you were required to read over the summer and why has that title stayed with you?
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Books
Ida in the Middle by Nora Lester Murad
Farah Rocks Fifth Grade by Susan Muaddi Darraj and Ruaida Mannaa
Big Tune by Alliah L. Agostini and Shamar Knight-Justice
Salim’s Soccer Ball by Tala El-fahmawi and Neveen Abu Saleem
The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides
Rest In My Shade by Nora Lester Murad and Danna Masad, featuring illustrations by Palestinian artists
Habibi by Naomi Shihab Nye
We Are Palestinian by Reem Kassis and Noha Eilouti
Love In the Library by Maggie Tokuda-Hall and Yas Imamura
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Tess of the D’Urbervilles by Thomas Hardy
When We Were Arabs: A Jewish Family’s Forgotten History by Massoud Hayoun
AV
Anne With an E (2017-2019)
Mo (2022- )
The Year Earth Changes (2021)
Tell Me Who I Am (2019)
Shrinking (2023- )
Other
Nora Lester Murad
Ida In the Middle (website)
Susan Muaddi Darraj
Scholastic, and a Faustian Bargain by Maggie Tokuda-Hall (April 11. 2023)
This week Tayla is joined by Beatrice Pulliam, President of the Rhode Island Library Association, and Dymond Bush, President of Cornucopia of Rhode Island. They discuss the work they do in their respective roles in the state library association. They also discuss fiction vs nonfiction reading, Spy dramas, and fantasy reflecting real life problems back at us. During The Last Chapter they discuss: If you could rewrite a book from another character's point of view, which book/characters would you choose?
Correction: Rhode Island Library Association is a 501(c)6
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Books
American Jezebel by Eve LaPlante
The Beekeeper of Aleppo by Christy Lefteri
Free Speech Handbook by Ian Rosenberg & Mike Cavallaro
Just As I Am by Cicely Tyson with Michelle Burford
Prairie Lotus by Linda Sue Park
AV
Abbott Elementary (2021- )
Yellowstone (2018-2023)
The Night Agent (2023- )
Luther (2010-2019)
A Discovery of Witches (2018-2022)
Other
Rhode Island Library Association
Book Clubs at Providence Public Library
No Flying No Tights
Welcome to a special bonus episode of Down Time with Cranston Public Library! Our Last Chapter Question from Episode 156 elicited many more hot takes from Dave, Elena, and Tayla than would fit in the episode. Rather than keep them to ourselves, we wanted to share a fuller edit of that conversation with you here. Be sure to check back in your feed to the full episode!
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On this week’s episode, Tayla, Elena, and Dave tempt the fates of New England weather by talking directly about springtime and the changing of the seasons. If it snows after this episode is published, we are sorry! They also talk about dystopias, revisiting movies, and the beauty for Studio Ghibli films. During the Last Chapter we discussed what book that people say are their favorites is a “red flag” for us.
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Books
Yellowface by R. F. Kuang
The Poppy War by R. F. Kuang
Cryptonomicon by Neal Stephenson
Snow Crash by Neal Stephenson
The Terraformers by Annalee Newitz
AV
You Are Good (podcast)
Amadeus (1984)
Moonrise Kingdom (2012)
Spirited Away (2001)
My Neighbor Totoro (1988)
Other
URI Master Gardener Program
This week Tayla is joined by Ken Hopkins Jr., Director of the Cranston Career and Tech Center to talk about their program and how it can allow young people to get hand-on career experience before they graduate. They talk about new and old HBO shows, travel food shows, and Star Wars. During The Last Chapter they discuss: If you had to read outside your comfort zone, what genre would you want to explore?
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Books
Fire & Blood by George R. R. Martin
Plague Wars by Tom Mangold and Jeff Goldberg
Guns, Germs, and Steel by Jared Diamond
Humans of New York by Brandon Stanton
AV
The Last of Us (2023- )
The Office (2005-2013)
Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown (2013-2018)
Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations (2005-2012)
Taste the Nation with Padma Lakshmi (2020- )
The Mandalorian (2019- )
Knights of the Old Republic (2003 videogame)
Andor (2022)
Other
Cranston Area Career and Technical Center
This week guest host Robin is joined by author Penelope Cray to celebrate National Poetry Month. They discuss ways to make poetry a part of your everyday life and share their mutual love of nature. During The Last Chapter they discuss: do you listen to anything while you read?
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Books
Miracles Come on Mondays by Penelope Cray
Cloud Cuckoo Land by Anthony Doerr
The Shepherd’s Life by James Rebanks
The Dirty Life by Kristin Kimball
Good Husbandry by Kristin Kimball
Bewilderment by Richard Powers
Many Things Under a Rock by David Scheel and Laurel “Yoyo” Scheel
Surrender: 40 Songs, One Story by Bono
Browse books by Louise Gluck
Browse books by Craig Morgan Teicher
Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown and Clement Hurd
AV
My Octopus Teacher (2020)
Yellowstone (2018-2023)
Bono & The Edge: A Sort of Homecoming with Dave Letterman (2023)
Other
Penelope Cray
Alison Prine
Poem-a-Day | Academy of American Poets
On the Line with CPL (401-900-1090)
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This week Tayla is joined by Sara Nović, author of True Biz, the Reading Across Rhode Island selection for 2023 and Nancy Maguire-Heath, director of the RI School for the Deaf. Sara discusses the inspiration behind True Biz and the need for authentic stories written by and for the Deaf community. Nancy also discusses the wonderful reaction from the students at RISD to True Biz. During The Last Chapter they discuss who they would cast in a movie or TV adaptation of True Biz.
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Books
True Biz by Sara Nović
The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray
Dinners with Ruth by Nina Totenberg
My Dear Hamilton by Stephanie Dray & Laura Kamoie
Invisible Child by Andrea Elliott
Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng
Show Me a Sign by Ann Clare LeZotte
Mooncakes by Suzanne Walker, Wendy Xu, and Joamette Gil
El Deafo by Cece Bell
AV
The Last of Us (2023- )
The Resident (2018- )
The Good Doctor (2017- )
Bullet Train (2022)
Other
Sara Novic (website)
Rhode Island School for the Deaf
Reading Across Rhode Island
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This week Tayla is joined by Sara Nović, author of True Biz, the Reading Across Rhode Island selection for 2023 and Nancy Maguire-Heath, director of the RI School for the Deaf. Sara discusses the inspiration behind True Biz and the need for authentic stories written by and for the Deaf community. Nancy also discusses the wonderful reaction from the students at RISD to True Biz. During The Last Chapter they discuss who they would cast in a movie or TV adaptation of True Biz.
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Books
True Biz by Sara Nović
The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray
Dinners with Ruth by Nina Totenberg
My Dear Hamilton by Stephanie Dray & Laura Kamoie
Invisible Child by Andrea Elliott
Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng
Show Me a Sign by Ann Clare LeZotte
Mooncakes by Suzanne Walker, Wendy Xu, and Joamette Gil
El Deafo by Cece Bell
AV
The Last of Us (2023- )
The Resident (2018- )
The Good Doctor (2017- )
Bullet Train (2022)
Other
Sara Novic (website)
Rhode Island School for the Deaf
Reading Across Rhode Island
This week guest host Dave is joined by Zach Weinersmith, author of BEA WOLF, a new adaptation of Beowulf for kids. They talk about the process of creating this adaptation with artist Boulet and go deep on J.R.R. Tolkien’s nonfiction. During The Last Chapter they discuss: do you re-read books, and if so what books do you find yourself going back to?
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Books
Bea Wolf by Zach Weinersmith and Boulet
The Biggest Ideas In the Universe by Sean M. Carroll
The End of Everything by Katie Mack
A Life in Letters by P. G. Wodehouse; edited by Sophie Ratcliffe
Paradise Lost by John Milton
The Last Mechanical Monster by Brian Fies
Open Borders: the Science and Ethics of Immigration by Bryan Caplan, Zach Weinersmith, and Mary Cagle
The Code of the Woosters by P. G. Wodehouse
Beowulf by Seamus Heaney
Beowulf by Howell D. Chickering, Jr.
The Monsters and the Critics, and Other Essays by J.R.R. Tolkien ; edited by Christopher Tolkien
Beowulf: a Translation and Commentary by J.R.R. Tolkien; edited by Christopher Tolkien
AV
Shrinking (2023- )
Other
Bea Wolf
Saturday Morning Breakfast Cereal
This week Tayla is joined by Melissa from East Greenwich Free Library and Lee-Ann from North Kingstown Free Library to talk about the We Are All Readers Book Festival. They talk about the StoryWalks, reading challenges, and author visits leading up to the event as well as the festival itself. They also discuss feminist books, The Last of Us, and movie musical adaptation. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is your favorite picture book, either from your childhood or from your work with children?
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BooksThe Girl In Red by Christina Henry
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
Scattered Showers by Rainbow Rowell
Extra Yarn by Mac Barnett and John Klassen
We Don’t Eat Our Classmates by Ryan T. Higgins
Mama, Do You Love Me? by Barbara M. Joosse and Barbara Lavallee
Velveteen Rabbit by Margery Williams and William Nicholson
AVThe Last of Us (2023- )
Boy Meets World (1993-2000)
Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical (2022)
OtherWe Are All Readers, North Kingstown, RI
We Are All Readers Beanstack Challenge
Down Time Episode 133 - Meet CPL’s StoryWalkⓇ Team
In Praise of a Scholarly Force: Rudine Sims Bishop by Violet J. Harris
Downloadable Content (DLC)
This week Tayla is joined by Jessica and Chantal from North American Family Institute of RI to talk about the work their organization does to connect children with foster care families. They talk about the need for foster parents in Rhode Island and dispel some myths about foster care. They also discuss children’s books, reality TV, comedies currently on Hulu. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is a book that you recommend to someone interested in learning more about foster care?
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BooksBlack Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson
School For Good Mothers by Jessamine Chan
On the Night You Were Born by Nancy Tillman
Survive the Dome by Kosoko Jackson
Three Little Words by Ashley Rhodes-Courter
The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog by Bruce D. Perry & Maia Szalavitz
AVLove is Blind (2020- )
Jersey Shore (2009-2012)
Last of Us (2023- )
What We Do In the Shadows (2019- )
Better Things (2016-2022)
Bros (2022)
ReMoved by Nathanael Matanick (YouTube)
Rita Pierson: Every Kid Needs a Champion (TED Talk)
OtherNAFI Rhode Island Network
RI Department of Children, Youth & Families
This week Tayla is joined by Sammira (@blissfulreveries) and Azanta (@azantareads) to talk about their experience making book related content online. They talk about how both making and consuming BookTok and Bookstagram content has allowed them to find a community of readers online. They also discuss Shadowhunters, Anne of Green Gables, and upcoming TV adaptations of books. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is your favorite way to find new books to read?
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BooksChain of Thorns by Cassandra Clare
The Next New Syrian Girl by Ream Shukairy
Love Radio by Ebony LaDelle
Thieves by Lucie Byron
Anne of Greenville by Mariko Tamaki
AVAnne With an E (2017-2019)
Zemheri (2020)
You (2018- )
Gossip Girl (2007-2012)
Someone Great (2019)
Daisy Jones & the Six (2023)
Shadow and Bone (2021- )
Outer Banks (2020- )
OtherSammira’s Instagram
Sammira’s Youtube
Azanta’s Instagram
Azanta’s TikTok
Book Talk Events
This week Tayla is joined by Kate Masury from Eating with the Ecosystem and Sean Kontos from Farm Fresh RI’s Harvest Kitchen to talk about eating locally and sustainably. They also discuss long fantasy series, rewatching Seinfeld, and buzzworthy new TV. During The Last Chapter they discuss: If you were to write a cookbook, what type of cookbook would it be?
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BooksSimmering the Sea by Sarah Schumann, Kate Masury, Marie-Joëlle Rochet; recipes by Rizwan Ahmed; illustrations by Lea Tirmant-Desoyen
Delicious! by Ruth Reichl
Gardens of the Moon by Steven Erikson
A Psalm For the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers
AVThe White Lotus (2021-2023)
The Last of Us (2023- )
The Climb (2023- )
The Legend of Vox Machina (2022- )
OtherEating the Ecosystem
Harvest Kitchen, Pawtucket, RI
This week Tayla is joined by Lindsay Bandy and Wesley Sueker, two library workers who are doing work with zines in their libraries, to talk about how libraries are getting into the creation and collection of zines. If you're thinking, what is a zine? They get into that too. They also discuss queer themes in historical fiction, punk girls, and asking questions while watching TV. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What fictional universe would you like to visit/live in?
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BooksThe Book Thief by Markus Zusak
Prisoners of Geography (Young Reader Edition) by Tim Marshall, adapted by Emily Hawkins and Pippa Crane, with illustrations by Grace Easton and Jessica Smith
Browse audiobooks from Terry Pratchett’s Discworld series
The Punk Factor by Rebecca Denton
Roadqueen by Mira Ong Chua
The Most Dazzling Girl in Berlin by Kip Wilson
Nemesis and the Swan by Lindsay K. Bandy
Stolen Sharpie Revolution by Alex Wreckk
AVWednesday (2022- )
The Addams Family (1964-1966)
Urusei Yatsura (2022- )
Bridgerton (2020- )
Dark House (podcast)
OtherTwenty Two Zines
Lindsay Bandy Books
‘The Conjuring’ House Sells for $1.525 Million
Sherwood Forest Zine Library
This week Tayla is joined by Tori and Patrick from Best Buddies RI to discuss the work they do to foster connections between individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and those without. They also discuss dystopian novels, survival stories, and The Circle. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Where is your favorite place to read/consume media?
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BooksUglies by Scott Westerfeld
Girls With Sharp Sticks by Suzanne Young
South: the Last Antarctic Expedition of Shackleton and the Endurance by Sir Ernest Shackleton
The Work by Wes Moore
From Dust, a Flame by Rebecca Podos
AVThe Circle (2020- )
Barry (2018- )
The Sound of Metal (2019)
OtherBest Buddies International
This week Tayla is joined by Alex Graudins, author of Improve: How I Discovered Improv and Conquered Social Anxiety. They share their experience both doing improv and writing a graphic novel about it. Alex and Tayla also discuss the media about Rhode Island, their love of Whose Line, and their mutual nerdiness. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What was your favorite improv game to participate in?
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BooksImprove: How I Discovered Improv and Conquered Social Anxiety by Alex Graudins
Dragon Hoops by Gene Luen Yang
I Want to Be a Wall by Honami Shirono
Frieren by Kanehito Yamada and Tsukasa Abe
My Hero Academia by Kohei Horikoshi
Victory. Stand! By Tommie Smith, Derrick Barnes, and Dawud Anyabwile
Impro by Keith Johnstone
The Brain by Tory Woollcott and Alex Graudins
The Great Chicago Fire by Kate Hannigan and Alex Graudins
AVAbbott Elementary (2021- )
Mythic Quest (2020- )
Play It By Ear (Dropout TV)
Game Changer (Dropout TV)
Whose Line Is It Anyway (2013- )
OtherToonyart.com
Contemporary Theater Company, Wakefield, RI
This week Tayla is joined by Cynthia Vanaudenhove with DJ Pet Therapy program and Cheryl Ficarra, director of Windwalker Humane Coalition. They talk to us about training therapy animals as well as how therapy animals are different from other working animals, like service animals. They also discuss women heroes of WWII, and old movies. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is your favorite book that features an animal?
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BooksVirtues of Aging by Jimmy Carter
Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
Wylie’s Wishes by Wylie and Kelsey Patterson
Night Witches: the Untold Story of Soviet Women in Combat by Bruce Myles
Handbook on Animal-Assisted Therapy by Aubrey Fine
Beautiful Invention: a Novel of Hedy Lamarr by Margaret Porter
Charlotte’s Web by E. B. White
Velveteen Rabbit by Margery Williams and William Nicholson
Rin Tin Tin: The Life and the Legend by Susan Orlean
Because of Winn Dixie by Kate DiCamillo
AVAll Creatures Great and Small (2020- )
Catherine Called Birdie (2022)
OtherWindwalker Professional Pet Assisted Therapy
The School of Continuing Education at Providence College
This week Tayla is joined by Saul from TriCounty Community Action Agency to talk about all things Medicare. He explains the basics of the types of plans and when people can sign up or make changes to their plan. They also discuss the last bingeable shows that they watch, movies, and the interviewee becomes the interviewer. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What author alive or dead would you like to meet and why?
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BooksThe True History of the Kelly Gang by Peter Carey
Hollow by Shannon Watters, Branden Boyer-White, Berenice Nelle, Kaitlyn Musto, Kieran Quigley, Gonçalo Lopes, Jim Campbell, and Naomi Franquiz
Man’s Search For Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl
AVreddit.com
Better Call Saul (2015-2022)
Abbott Elementary (2021- )
Elvis (2022)
BlacKkKlansman (2018)
OtherTriCounty Community Action Agency 401-649-5760
United Way 211
Medicare.gov Official Website
RI Office of Healthy Aging: Medicare Counseling
This week Tayla is joined by Becky and Kelly from TechACCESS RI to talk about the work they do to provide Rhode Islanders with assistive technology. Becky also tells us about the services of the RI Materials Access Center, which is housed within TechACCESS. They also discuss audio vs print books, reading non-fiction, and The Try Guys. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What genre do you rarely read but wish you read more of?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksButcher and the Wren by Alaina Urquhart
Dare by Barry McDonagh
The Love Prescription by John Gottman & Julie Schwartz Gottman
Deaf Utopia: a memoir-and a love letter to a way of life by Nyle DiMarco
Invisible storm : a soldier's memoir of politics and PTSD by Jason Kander
AVMorbid (podcast)
Blackbird (2022)
Manifest (2018- )
Longmire (2012-2017)
The Try Guys (YouTube)
OtherTechACCESS of Rhode Island
RI Materials Access Center
Down Time is taking some down time for the holidays! We hope you enjoy this episode of Rhody Radio, a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. For more Rhody Radio, search for the show in your podcast app or visit rhodyradio.org.
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In this episode, Michael Girard of New England Explorers shares some tips and tricks for getting out there and seeing all that New England has to offer! He shares stories of his best exploration trips, and throughout the episode is a tale from a specific exploration at Lacey's Cave in England. Listen along and be inspired to start exploring today (whether that's out in the world, or through a book!).
Down Time is taking some down time for the holidays! We hope you enjoy this episode of Rhody Radio, a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. For more Rhody Radio, search for the show in your podcast app or visit rhodyradio.org.
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July 8 & 9, 2022, mark the return of the Mashantucket Pequot Museum Education Powwow. A living exhibition open to the public which showcases, honors, and explains the important indigenous ceremony.
We spoke with Nakai Clearwater Northup from the museum about the event and all that the museum has to offer. Check out their website for event information, current and upcoming exhibits, and virtual exhibits.
Theme music used with permission from Wicozani.
This week Tayla is joined by Elena from Central and Erin from The Winter Park Library (FL) to talk about Astrology and Tarot. They discuss how they got into these hobbies and how they add to their lives. They also discuss air and ocean disasters, and Wednesday (the show). During The Last Chapter: Elena reads Tayla’s birth chart!
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksBrujas: The Magic and Power of Witches of Color by Lorraine Monteagut
Willodeen by Katherine Applegate
Odder by Katherine Applegate
Queer Ducks (and Other Animals) by Eliot Schrefer
Luminary by Kate Scelsa
The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
AVWednesday (2022- )
The Studio Ghibli Collection
Black Box Down (podcast)
BDylanHollis Tiktok Super Compilation Parts 1-7 (YouTube)
Other@IndieStacks (Twitter)
Rider-Waite Tarot
The Phantomwise Deck from Erin Morgenstern
This week Tayla is joined by Jennifer from Books on the Square and Melissa from An Unlikely Story to talk about independent bookstores. They discuss their experience working at an independent bookstore and some ideas for books to buy for the book lovers in your life this holiday. They also discuss holiday movies, and educational podcasts. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is the book that you give the most?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksVisit our website for the complete list of book suggestions from Jennifer and Melissa!
AVWednesday (2022- )
What We Do In the Shadows (2019- )
Our Flag Means Death (2022- )
The X-Files (1993-2018)
Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special (2022)
Spirited (2022)
How Stuff Works (website)
Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness (podcast)
Reading Glasses Episode 278 with Lev AC Rosen (podcast)
Down Time Episode 98 with Angeline Boulley (podcast)
OtherBooks On the Square, Providence, RI
An Unlikely Story Bookstore & Café, Plainville, MA
This week Tayla is joined by kid’s performer Stacey Peasley and Bill Childs from Spare the Rock to discuss children’s music. They discuss their experience bringing developmentally appropriate music (that’s good!) to children. They also discuss soccer and the relationship between airport books and p-hacking. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Who would you cast in a live-action production of your favorite book?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksNon-Goals by Bob Bjarke
Science Fiction by Stuart Ritchie
Wayward by Chuck Wendig
Invisible Child by Andrea Elliott
Caste by Isabel Wilkerson
Carrie Soto Is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Memory’s Legion by James S. A. Corey
The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster
The Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas
AVDead to Me (2019-2022)
Ozark (2017-2022)
Ted Lasso (2020- )
Real Genius (1985)
What We Do In the Shadows (2019- )
Lupin (2021- )
If Books Could Kill (podcast)
Maintenance Phase (podcast)
OtherSpare the Rock, Spoil the Child
Stacey Peasley
Data Dredging (also known as Data Snooping or p-hacking)
This week Tayla is joined by author Wendy Z Lewis and Beth Leconte, director of the Osher Lifelong Learner Institute at URI. They discuss their experiences with lifelong learning and how you can keep learning now matter how old you are. They also discuss books that one keeps revisiting over and over, ageism, and senior dance teams. During The Last Chapter they discuss: If you were on a date with someone and you asked their favorite book, what book could they say that would be a red flag?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksJump In the Holes by Wendy Z Lewis
The Diamond Eye by Kate Quinn
Lucy By the Sea by Elizabeth Strout
The Sentence by Louise Erdrich
Zen In the Martial Arts by Joe Hyams
If I Knew Then What I Know Now by Richard Edler
This Chair Rocks by Ashton Applewhite
Leviathan Wakes by James S. A. Corey
AVDrunk History - Eleanor Roosevelt’s Friendship with a Deadly Soviet Sniper
If You’re Not In the Obit, Eat Breakfast (2017)
Ashton Applewhite (YouTube)
Road to Wizdom (YouTube)
The Man In the High Castle (2015-2019)
The Expanse (2015-2022)
OtherOsher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)
Wendy Z Lewis
This week Tayla is joined by Wesley Pennington from MADD RI and Diana Gugliotta from AAA to talk about National Impaired Driving Prevention Month. They discuss the work they do to educate and advocate on this topic in order to prevent impared driving. They also discuss barbecue as metaphor, reading memoirs, and Yellowstone. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Do you re-read books? If so, what types of things do you tend to re-read?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksDirtbag, Massachusetts by Isaac Fitzgerald
Poet Warrior by Joy Harjo
The Last Shadow Knight by Michael Webb
The Dangers of a Shallow Faith by A. W. Tozer
Through the Smoker by Wesley Pennington
AVWes’s Man Stuff (YouTube)
1883 (2021-2022)
All American (2018- )
Shameless (2011-2021)
Umbrella Academy (2019-2023)
Black Adam (2022)
She-Hulk: Attorney At Law (2022)
Thor: Love and Thunder (2022)
OtherSAMHSA National Hotline - 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
Anchor Recovery (RI)
RI MADD
AAA Northeast
Books Are Magic, Brooklyn, NY
This week Tayla is joined by Celia, Brandi, and Sarah from the OneCranston HEZ Huddle Center to talk about this new community walk-in center for families in Cranston. They also discuss TikTok, Gen Zennials, and Taylor Swift. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is your picture book?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksIt Starts With Us by Colleen Hoover
Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey
The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday & Stephen Hanselman
The Legend of the Bluebonnet by Tomie dePaola
Waiting Is Not Easy! by Mo Willems
The Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas
Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré by Anika Aldamuy Denise and Paola Escobar
AVStranger Things (2016- )
Downton Abbey (2010-2015)
Midnights by Taylor Swift (2022)
Enola Holmes 2 (2022)
OtherThe Huddle Center, Cranston, RI
This week our guest host Robin is joined by Nomi from the Auburn Branch and Martha from the William Hall Branch to talk about CPL’s StoryWalksⓇ. They also discuss the fine line between older elementary school novels and middle school novels, and watching shows set in the 90s. During The Last Chapter they discuss: How do you handle patrons or friends asking for book recommendations?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksWhere Have All the Birds Gone by Rebecca E. Hirsch
Maizy Chen’s Last Chance by Lisa Yee
Ride On by Faith Erin Hicks and Kelly Fitzpatrick
The Wangs Vs. the World by Jade Chang
Fenris & Mott by Greg van Eekhout
In Honor of Broken Things by Paul Acampora
AVRon Carter: Finding the Right Notes (2022)
I Am Not Okay With This (2020)
Everything Sucks! (2018)
Derry Girls (2018-2022)
Kim’s Convenience (2016-2021)
OtherStoryWalk® Official Website
Programming Kits and StoryWalkⓇ Sets (coming soon!) - RI Office of Library & Information Services
This week Tayla is joined by Lesley and John Barnes from Scituate Middle/High School’s Drama program to talk about doing theatre with young people. They also discuss British vs American versions of shows, rewatching old favorites, and unfinished works. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is your bookmarking philosophy?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksFinal Voyage by Peter Nichols
Scurvy by Stephen R. Bown
Teacher, Preacher, Soldier, Spy by Christopher Grasso
Footfall by Larry Niven & Jerry Pournelle
Browse books by Christopher G. Nuttall
Why Call Them Back From Heaven by Clifford D. Simak, Leo Dillon, & Diane Dillon
Mount Analogue by René Dumal
AVCastle (2009-2016)
The Crown (2016- )
The CrafsMan (YouTube)
Being Human (2008-2013)
Ghosts (2021- )
Ghosts (2019- )
OtherRhode Island Drama Festival
October is LGBTQIA+ History Month, and we're re-sharing some of our past episodes were we spoke to guests about queer history and the queer experience. In this episode, originally published June 1, 2021, we were joined by Rashaa and Emma from West Warwick Public Library as well as drag performers Ninny Nothin and Randi Xtra Xtra to talk about Drag Storytime! They also discuss reading more than just books, ballroom culture, and quirky fiction. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is your favorite book to share at storytime?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksPhoolan Devi: Rebel Queen by Claire Fauvel
Hidebound by A. Oliver Noel
My Princess Boy by Cheryl Kilodavis and Suzanne DeSimone
Mister Tiger Goes Wild by Peter Brown
Mustache Baby by Bridget Heos
Animalia by Graeme Base
AVLegendary (2020- )
Star Wars: The Bad Batch (2021- )
Schitt’s Creek (2015-2020)
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (2019- )
Things Heard & Seen (2021)
Spirited Away (2001)
Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997-2003)
Psycho Goreman (2020)
Josie and the Pussycats (2001)
Uptown Girls (2003)
OtherLove Your Labels
Harris, V. J. (2007) In Praise of a Scholarly Force: Rudine Sims Bishop. Language Arts, 85(2), 153-159. https://library.ncte.org/journals/LA/issues/v85-2/6175.
Thundermist Health Center
PFLAG Greater Providence
Youth Pride
Randi Xtra Xtra (Instagram)
Ninny Nothin (Instagram)
Lady Spike Media
This week Tayla is joined by Becky Spratford from RA for All and Katie Jablonski from the Cumberland Public Library to talk to us about great horror picks for this Halloween season. They also discuss award committee work, football, and New Jersey. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is your favorite way to find out about new books?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksKatie and Becky suggested so many great books! Visit our website for the complete list.
AVSmile (2022)
Jersey Shore (2009-2012)
Knock at the Cabin (2023)
Nope (2022)
Brooklyn Nine-Nine (2013-2021)
OtherAndrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence Longlist 2023
Spectrum of Horror: From Shivers to Terror
RA For All: Horror
Cumberland Public Library Book Discussion Groups
October is LGBTQIA+ History Month, and we're re-sharing some of our past episodes where we spoke to guests about queer history and the queer experience. In this episode, originally published June 29, 2021, we were joined by Mev Miller from the Wanderground Archive to talk about this budding cultural archive and what inspired her to try to create an archive to preserve lesbian literature and cultural artifacts in RI. They also talk about enjoying stories about characters that are their age, Disney, and the decline of lesbian-centric spaces. During The Last Chapter they discuss: how do you organize your books at home?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksRadar Girls by Sara Ackerman
The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray
A Light on Altered Land by Becky Bohan
Archives for the Lay Person by Lois Hamill
No Time to Spare by Ursula K. LeGuin
The Disappearing L by Bonnie Morris
AVLet Them All Talk (2020)
Raya and the Last Dragon (2021)
The Equalizer (1985-1989)
WNBA Women’s Basketball
Loki (2021)
Star Wars: The Bad Batch (2021- )
Hamilton (2020)
Top Chef (2006- )
OtherWanderground Lesbian Archive/Library
Mev Miller, Instigator: info@wanderground.org
Rhode Island Council for the Humanities
Collectorz.com Book Connect
LGBTQ+ Community Archive hosted by Providence Public Library
This week Tayla is joined by Tammy and Emily from RI4All and John Marion from Common Cause RI to talk about voting and other ways to get involved with the government in RI. They also discuss how they use podcasts for entertainment and education and the 1940s Census. During The Last Chapter they discuss: If you could rewrite a book from another character's preservative, what character would you choose?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksBy the Way, Meet Vera Stark by Lynn Nottage
All About Love by bell hooks
Ace by Angela Chen
Democracy’s Data by Dan Bouk
Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë
Grimm's Fairy Tales by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm
Why Read Moby-Dick? by Nathaniel Philbrick
Wide Sargasso Sea by Jean Rhys (Jane Eyre rewrite)
AVEndless Thread (podcast)
Scam Goddess (podcast)
Strict Scrutiny (podcast)
Worst Retirement Ever (YouTube)
Rabbit Hole (podcast)
OtherRI4All
Common Cause Rhode Island
Rhode Island Voter Information Center (vote.ri.gov)
F*cked Up Fairy Tales
Mixed Magic Theatre, Pawtucket, RI
New Bedford Whaling Museum, New Bedford, MA
October is LGBTQIA+ History Month, and we're re-sharing some of our past episodes where we spoke to guests about queer history and the queer experience. In this episode, originally published October 19, 2021, we were joined by Kate Wells and Angela DiVeglia from Providence Public Library to talk about the new RI LGBTQ+ archive. They give us details about the archive from it’s planning stages to it’s roll-out in June and their hope for its continued growth. They also talk about romance novels and their many sub-genres, smart engaging podcasts (besides this one) and the Public Universal Friend. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Have you ever had a crush on a book character and if so who?
Looking for an update on the LGBTQ+ Archive? Check out this episode of Rhody Radio from June 21, 2022.
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksKnitting in the City series by Penny Reid
What the Robin Knows by Jon Young
Browse books by Richard Brautigan
Cream of the Crop by Alice Clayton
Be Gay, Do Comics: Queer History, Memoir, and Satire from The NibAnne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery
AVFirebug (podcast)
Smartless (podcast)
Maintenance Phase (podcast)
Ologies (podcast)
Finding Our Way (podcast)
Just Between Us (podcast)
OtherRhode Island LGBTQ+ Community Archive hosted by the Providence Public Library
The History Project, Boston, MA
Public Universal Friend (Wikipedia)
This week Tayla is joined by librarian and activist Jessamyn West and RI Attorney General Peter Neronha to discuss cybersecurity basics. They also discuss non-fiction reading and Netflix hacks. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is one book that you kist couldn’t finish?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksTomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin
You’ve Been Played by Adrian Hon
The First World War by John Keegan
Camino Island by John Grisham
M is For Monster by Talia Dutton
How to Look Expensive by Andrea Pomerantz Lustig
AVBorgen (2010-2022)
Shetland (2013- )
Road to Perdition (2002)
House of the Dragon (2022- )
The U.S. and the Holocaust (2022- )
She-Hulk: Attorney at Law (2022- )
OtherLibrarian.net
Rhode Island Office of the Attorney General - 401-274-4400
Upflix.net
This week Tayla is joined by Kristen Curry and Liz Sapienza-Martin from the CPL Cookbook Club to talk about Fall cookbooks. They also discuss reading adventures, binge watching vs shows coming out week to week, and haunted libraries. During The Last Chapter they discuss: If you were to write a cookbook, what theme or type of food would your cookbook be?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksMean Baby by Selma Blair
Fly Girl by Ann Hood
City On Fire by Don Winslow
Ordinary Heroes by Joseph Pfeifer
The Wondrous Woo by Carrianne Leung
The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane by Katherine Howe
The Princess and the Scoundrel by Beth Revis
The Soul of a New Cuisine by Marcus Samuelsson
Forest Feast by Erin Gleeson
My Kitchen Year by Ruth Reichl
Milk Street: Tuesday Nights by Christopher Kimball
A Year of Holidays by Ree Drummond
The Official Downton Abbey Cookbook by Annie Gray
AVPersuasion (2022)
Abbot Elementary (2021- )
The Patient (2022)
Only Murder In the Building (2021- )
Ghosts In the Burbs (podcast)
MisoHungrie (YouTube)
Other@Rhode_Reads on Instagram
Cape and Islands Bookstore Trail
Book Barn, Niantic, CT
This week we're sharing an episode of Rhody Radio featuring author Howard S. Veisz, a dedicated volunteer in the Watercraft Department at the Mystic Seaport Museum since 2009, sharing the story of Henny Sinding Sundø and Gerda III, the boat Henny used to save Jewish lives during the Nazi occupation of Denmark. Veisz's book, Henny and Her Boat, provides a fresh perspective on the Danes' defense of their Jewish countrymen during years of Nazi occupation and, ultimately, their heroic rescue of the Danish Jews on a fleet of fishing boats and other small craft.
This podcast is presented in collaboration with the Sandra Bornstein Holocaust Education Center Baxt Lecture Series, an annual event that brings Holocaust education to the greater Rhode Island community.
Please join us at the upcoming Baxt Lecture on Sunday, November 6 at 1:30 PM, featuring Dr. Mehnaz Afridi, author of SHOAH THROUGH MUSLIM EYES.
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In 2009 Howard S. Veisz left a litigation career and went to sea. After a two-year sailing voyage around the North Atlantic, Howard and his wife settled on Connecticut’s Mystic River, and Howard began work as a shipyard volunteer at the Mystic Seaport Maritime Museum. Howard worked in the rigging shop for a massive project: restoring Mystic’s 1841 whaling ship, the Charles W. Morgan, and getting it under sail for the first time in 93 years. As the whaling ship project wound down, Howard’s interest in Gerda III, also docked at Mystic Seaport Museum, arose.
With a father and grandparents who barely escaped Nazi Germany, Gerda III’s role in rescuing Denmark’s Jews drew Howard in. While helping to preserve Gerda III, Howard began a four-year mission to reconstruct its history. Howard traveled to Denmark to locate and interview descendants of the people who carried out Gerda III’s rescue missions; scoured Danish archives; visited the docks from which Gerda III set out; gathered accounts by leaders of the Gerda III rescue group that had never appeared in English; and assembled translators to uncover the fascinating story that had been buried in those writings for over seventy years.
This week guest host Elena is joined by Cassidy from the William Hall Library and author Riss M. Neilson to talk about her debut novel Deep In Providence. They also dig into manga adaptations to other forms of media, the inner workings of book publishing, and their love of romance novels. In the Last Chapter they discuss: what novel would you rewrite from another character’s point of view.
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksDeep In Providence by Riss M. Neilson
The Many Daughters of Afong Moy by Jamie Ford
Babel by R. F. Kuang
Lakesedge by Lyndall Clipstone
Vampires, Hearts, & Other Dead Things by Margie Fuston
Excuse Me While I Ugly Cry by Joya Goffney
Legendborn by Tracy Deonn
Lessons In Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
Browse books by Junji Ito
Orochi by Kazuo Umezu
Death Note by Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata
Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo
On Rotation by Shirlene Obuobi
Legendborn by Tracy Deonn
Amari and the Night Brothers by B. B. Alston
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
AVDemon Slayer (2019- )
Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero (2022)
Jujitsu Kaisen (2020- )
The Promised Neverland (2019-2021)
Death Note (2006-2007)
Death Note (2017)
Shadow and Bone (2021- )
Otherrissmneilson.com
This week Tayla is joined by John Donegan from the Our Build Environments subcommittee of the OCHEZ and John Flaherty from Grow Smart RI to talk about making RI cities work for ALL Rhode Islanders. They also discuss their Irish ancestry, educational YouTube channels, and Anywhere, USA. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What fictional environment/world would you like to visit on vacation?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksWhat Happened to You by Dr. Bruce D. Perry and Oprah Winfrey
The Death and Life of Great American Cities by Jane Jacobs
The Geography of Nowhere by James Howard Kunstler
Messy Roots by Laura Gao
AVSeinfeld (1989-1998)
House of the Dragon (2022- )
Not Just Bikes (YouTube)
City Beautiful (YouTube)
OtherGrow Smart RI
OneCranston Health Equity Zone Our Built Environment initiative
This week Tayla is joined by Kate Sayles from the RI Land Trust Council and Scott Comings from the Nature Conservancy of RI. They discuss how both of their organizations help preserve open natural spaces in RI. They also discuss British radio shows, cringey comedy, and Bluey. During The Last Chapter they discuss: If you were asked to read out of your comfort zone, what genre would you choose and why?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksHappy-Go-Lucky by David Sedaris
The House In the Night by Susan Marie Swanson and Beth Krommes
I’ll Be Gone In the Dark by Michelle McNamara
Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams
A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow by Laura Taylor Namey
AVCabin Pressure (radio series)
House of the Dragon (2022- )
The Office (2005-2013)
The Sopranos (1999-2007)
The Wire (2002-2008)
Trainwreck: Woodstock ‘99 (2022)
Shoresy (2022)
Bluey (2018- )
OtherRhode Island Land Trust Council
The Nature Conservancy in Rhode Island
Explore Rhode Island’s Blueways and Greenways
RI Walks Challenge
Rhode Island Land Trust Days
This week Tayla is joined by Dave from the Central Branch and Nomi from the Auburn Branch to talk about books for adults about schools and learning. If you missed buying new pencils and a backpack for the new school year, these books will take you back to your school days. They also discuss comic book adaptations, sentient robots, and switched at birth stories. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What books are on your nightstand right now?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksShino Can’t Say Her Name by Shuzo Oshimi
Komi Can’t Communicate by Tomohito Oda
Fevered Star by Rebecca Roanhorse
Prayer for the Crown-Shy by Becky Chambers
The Wild Robot by Peter Brown
The Beatryce Prophecy by Kate DiCamillo
Jennifer Chan is Not Alone by Tae Keller
Light Years From Home by Mike Chen
Wildwood by Colin Meloy
AVThe Sandman (2022- )
Belle (2021)
Never Have I Ever (2020-2023)
Daughter From Another Mother (2021- )
Switched at Birth (2011-2017)
Solar Opposites (2020- )
Back to SchoolThe Wee Free Men (Tiffany Aching #1) by Terry Pratchett
We Ride Upon Sticks by Quan Barry
The Technologists by Matthew Pearl
Prep by Curtis Sittenfeld
Magic For Liars by Sarah Gailey
Master Class by Christina Dalcher
This week Tayla is joined by Katherine from the Central Branch and Jordan Hevenor from HealthSource RI to talk about Health Care Access. Jordan tells us about how Rhode Islanders can get affordable healthcare through HealthSource RI and Katherine shares with us how the library is providing reliable health information through online health resources. During The Last Chapter they discuss: If you could rewrite a book from a different character's perspective, what character would you choose and why?
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BooksSold On a Monday by Kristina McMorris
Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston
Atomic Habits by James Clear
Tiny Habits by B. J. Fogg
One For All by Lillie Lainoff
The Invisible Life of Addie Larue by V. E. Schwab
AVThe Sandman (2022- )
Gilmore Girls (2000-2007)
Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion (video game)
OtherHealthSourceRI
Cranston Public Library Book & Movie Groups
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
This week Tayla is joined by Eric and Drew to talk about the Rhode Island food truck scene. They talked about all the upcoming food truck events in RI, as well as space travel and The Food Network. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What are the things you like to eat while you read or consume media?
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BooksMatzah Ball by Jean Meltzer
A Promised Land by Barack Obama
White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo
Mankind: Have a Nice Day by Mick Foley
Paper Girls by Brian K. Vaughan, Cliff Chiang, Matt Wilson, and Jared K. Fletcher
Geography of Bliss by Eric Weiner
AVTights and Fights (podcast)
Paper Girls (2022- )
The Bear (2022- )
Grace and Frankie (2015-2022)
Star Trek: Lower Decks (2020- )
The Golden Girls (1985-1992)
OtherPVD Food Truck Events
Championship Melt
Beyond Wrestling
Hoopla Digital BingePasses
This week Tayla is joined by Guy and Cynthia to talk about the RI music scene in the 80s/90s. They talked about their experience playing in punk/indie rock bands and going to those shows during that time period. They also discuss watching movies versus watching TV. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What song from the 80s would you like to chart now?
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BooksThe Library Book by Susan Orlean
The Body by Bill Bryson
Pin-Ups 1972 by Peter Stanfield
Frankenstein in Baghdad by Ahmed Saadawi
The Mystery of the Meanest Teacher by Ryan North, Derek Charm, and Wes Abbott
A Study in Emerald by Neil Gaiman, Rafael Albuquerque, Rafael Scavone, Dave Stewart, and Todd Klein
The Martian by Andy Weir
AVConstantine (2005)
The Anarchists (2022- )
What We Do In the Shadows (2019- )
Anatomy of a Murder (1959)
StageFright (1987)
Leave Her to Heaven (1945)
Antiques Roadshow (1979- )
Love Island (2015- )
The Martian (2015)
Apollo 13 (1995)
OtherPete Burr obituary in the Cranston Herald
This week Tayla is joined by Heather from Ashaway Library and Amy from Cross' Mills Library for our countdown to comic con episode. They talked about what news they were excited to see come out of comic con as well as their advice for going to conventions. They also discuss books with food magic and rewatching things we love. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Have you ever had a crush on a book character and if so who?
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BooksWhat We Don’t Talk About When We Talk About Fat by Aubrey Gordon
Nettle & Bone by T. Kingfisher
A Wizard’s Guide to Defensive Baking by T. Kingfisher
The Particular Sadness of Lemon Cake by Aimee Bender
52 Ways to Walk by Annabel Streets
AVMaintenance Phase (podcast)
The Green Planet (2022- )
What We Do In the Shadows (2019- )
Obi-Wan Kenobi (2022)
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (2022- )
Ms Marvel (2022)
Jurassic World: Dominion (2022)
Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)
Umbrella Academy (2019-2022)
OtherComic-Con International: San Diego
Rhode Island Comic Con
This week Tayla is joined by Michelle Maynard and Larisa Martino to talk about Gallery Night Providence. They share how you can enjoy the Providence art scene this summer, and also discuss the William Hall Library book club and Tayla’s million dollar app idea. During The Last Chapter they discuss the question: What artist alive or dead would you like to meet and why?
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BooksAwaken the Giant Within by Anthony Robbins
The Sentence by Louise Erdrich
Fly Girl by Ann Hood
Horse by Geraldine Brooks
The Gown by Jennifer Robson
Miss Quinces by Kat Fajardo
AVHacks (2021- )
The Staircase (2022)
Umbrella Academy (2019-2022)
Planet Earth II (2016)
Labyrinth (1986)
Happier Than Ever by Billie Eilish
OtherBook Groups at Cranston Public Library
Gallery Night Providence
Larisa Designs
This week Tayla chats with Don Mellor, a retired CPL staff member, WWII veteran, and the “Father of Cranston Hockey,” about the book his family put together to preserve the amazing details of his life. We are also joined by Tom Mellor, one of Don’s sons and the family member who was heavily involved in putting the book together, as well as a cameo from Don’s oldest son Duke.
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BooksCommitted: Lessons From a 101-Year-Old Tin Can Sailor by the Mellor Children
This week Tayla is joined by Barbara Schermack and Caroline Gangji to talk about the work the Village Common of Rhode Island does to help people age in their homes. They also discussed historical fiction and TV made for streaming. During The Last Chapter they discuss the question: What is a book that you disliked that everyone else seems to love?
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BooksDrive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead by Olga Tokarczuk
A Fine Balance by Rohinton Mistry
The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer & Annie Barrows
Human Body Theater by Maris Wicks
The Science of Surfing by Kim Dwinell
Snow Flower and the Secret Fan by Lisa See
Gravity’s Rainbow by Thomas Pynchon
The New Yorker
AVThe Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society (2018)
Julia (2022- )
Under the Banner of Heaven (2022)
Dopesick (2021)
Obi-Wan Kenobi (2022)
Loving (2016)
OtherThe Village Common of Rhode Island
This week Tayla is joined by Paul Lockett from the Pawtuxet River Authority and Tom McGinn from Providence River Boat Company to talk about how you can get out on the water this summer. They also discussed river monsters and Marvel superheroes. During The Last Chapter they discuss the question: What author alive or dead would you like to meet?
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BooksOutside MagazineThe Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest by Stieg Larsson
Sudden Sea by R. A. Scotti
The Storyteller by Dave Grohl
Browse books by Bernard Cornwell
AVRiver Monsters (2009-2017)
Stranger Things (2016- )
Dimension 20 (2018- )
OtherPawtuxet River Authority and Watershed Council
Providence River Boat Company
Providence Kayak
Explore Rhode Island’s Blueways and Greenways
This week Tayla is joined by David Goldman from the band Whiskey Rhode and Scott Sevegny from the Cranston Parks and Rec Department to talk about the summer concert series at the William Hall Library. They also discussed dieting books and dad music. During The Last Chapter they discuss the question: If you created your own scent for a candle, what would it be?
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BooksCity of Bones (Mortal Instruments #1) by Cassandra Clare
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J. K. Rowling
Mediterranean Diet Meal Plan by Susan Zogheib
AVMaintenance Phase (podcast)
Fly On the Wall (podcast)
Barry (2018- )
Stranger Things (2016- )
Peaky Blinders (2013-2022)
Thor: Ragnarok (2017)
Better Call Saul (2015-2022)
OtherWhiskey Rhode
City of Cranston Parks and Recreation
Outdoor Concert Series @ William Hall Library
This week Tayla is joined by Lee Ann Freitas from the Roger Williams Park Botanical Center and Renee Gamba from the Roger Williams Park Natural History Museum. Many people know the Roger Williams Park Zoo, but our guests join us to discuss some of the other attractions at the park. They also discussed mushrooms and sci-fi books. During The Last Chapter they discuss the question: What is the first book you decided to re-read and why?
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BooksEntangled Life by Merlin Sheldrake
Gardens of the High Line by Piet Oudolf & Rick Darke
Queen’s Hope by E. K. Johnston
Artemis by Andy Weir
Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
Dune by Frank Herbert
Must Love Dogs by Claire Cook
Cat’s Eye by Margaret Atwood
The Shipping News by E. Annie Proulx
The Stand by Stephen King
Dear Mr. Henshaw by Beverly Cleary
Slaughterhouse-Five by Kurt Vonnegut
Fun Home by Alison Bechdel
Are You My Mother? by Alison Bechdel
AVDune (2021)
Fantastic Fungi (2019)
Stranger Things (2016- )
Ted Lasso (2020- )
Obi-Wan Kenobi (2022)
MythBusters (2003-2018)
Adam Savage’s Tested (YouTube)
OtherMuseum of Natural History and Planetarium, Roger Williams Park, Providence, RI
Roger Williams Park Botanical Center, Providence, RI
James Webb Space Telescope, NASA
Cranston Public Library 2022 Adult Summer Reading
This week Tayla is joined by Rush from Youth Pride Inc. and Gem from Haus of Codec for this year's pride episode. They discussed the work each of their organization do for the queer community in RI. They also discussed Stranger Things and Bob’s Burgers. During The Last Chapter they discuss the question: If you were to write a book, what book would you want it to be like?
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BooksThe Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
The Memory Librarian by Janelle Monáe
Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski Ph.D.
The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick
AVStranger Things (2016- )
Abbott Elementary (2021- )
Bob’s Burgers (2011- )
The Bob’s Burgers Movie (2022)
OtherYouth Pride Inc., Providence, RI
Support Youth Pride Inc. (GoFundMe)
Haus of Codec, Providence, RI
Suport Haus of Codec (Patreon)
This week Tayla interviewed award winning author Jarrett J. Krosoczka live from the Rhode Island Library Association Conference. They discussed his book Hey, Kiddo and his experience writing about his childhood with a mother who was suffering from addiction. They also discussed Netflix cheating and comfort watching. During our normal last chapter segment we took questions from the audience.
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BooksHey, Kiddo by Jarrett J. Krosoczka
The Bad Guys by Aaron Blabey
Batman ‘89 by Sam Hamm and Joe Quinones
Miss Quinces by Kate Fajardo
Fun Home by Alison Bechdel
A First Time For Everything by Dan Santat (2/28/2023)
Flamer by Mike Curato
AVThe Bad Guys (2022)
Turning Red (2022)
Golden Girls (1985-1992)
Schitt’s Creek (2015-2020)
The Other Two (2019- )
Big Mouth (2017- )
Human Resources (2022- )
Beryl Shereshewsky (YouTube)
OtherJarrett J. Krosoczka (website)
This week Tayla is joined by Kelly Sullivan Pezza and Sara Corben to talk about the weird and interesting history of Rhode Island. Kelly is an author and journalist who focuses on the paranormal side of local history. Sara is the host of the podcast Weird Island, which focuses on the odder side of Rhode Island’s history. They also discussed the Sopranos and reading nonfiction. During The Last Chapter they discuss the question: What book or author do you consider a guilty pleasure?
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BooksBrowse books by Kelly Sullivan Pezza
Remembering Smithfield by Jim Ignasher
The Narragansett Historical RegisterYoung Rich Widows by Kimberly Belle, Layne Fargo, Cate Holahan & Vanessa Lillie
All Over But the Shoutin’ by Rick Bragg
The Singing Creek Where the Willows Grow: The Mystical Nature Diary of Opal Whiteley by Benjamin Hoff
The Early Stories of Truman Capote by Truman Capote
AVThe Sopranos (1999-2007)
Land Girls (2009-2011)
The Dust Bowl (2012)
Moon Knight (2022)
Catfish: The TV Show (2012- )
OtherKelly Sullivan Pezza (website)
Weird Island Podcast (website)
This week Tayla is joined by Michelle Steever and Nicolette Baffoni to talk about conference-going, their experiences planning the 2022 Rhode Island Library Association Annual Conference happening May 25-26, and offer some pointers for those attending. They also discuss reading YA as adults and the finer points of the work of Taika Waititi. During The Last Chapter they discuss the question: what is your favorite conference or convention memory?
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BooksOn the Way to the Wedding (Gregory’s Story) by Julia Quinn
Tokyo Ever After by Emiko Jean
How We Fall Apart by Katie Zhao
Kith & Kin by Marieke Nijkamp
Heartstopper by Alice Oseman
AVOur Flag Means Death (2022- )
What We Do In the Shadows (2019- )
Thor: Ragnarok (2017)
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022)
Sense8 (2015-2018)
Heartstopper (2022- )
Fantastic Fungi (2019)
OtherRhode Island Library Association
This week Tayla is joined by Luca Rebussini and Jordan Goffin to talk about maritime and priracy history in Rhode Island and surrounding coastline. They also discussed the current “golden age” of TV, and overthinking Pixar movies. During The Last Chapter they discuss the question: Where is your favorite place to read/enjoy media?
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BooksConfidence by Denise Mina
Enemy of All Mankind by Steven Johnson
Fine by Rhea Ewing
1453 by Roger Crowley
Black Flags, Blue Waters by Eric Jay Dolin
Pachinko by Min Jin Lee
AVThe Lost Pirate Kingdom (2021- )
Our Flag Means Death (2022- )
Pachinko (2022- )
Dollface (2019- )
Turning Red (2022)
The Adam Project (2022)
OtherTuesday, May 24 at 6:30 PM - Heroes and Headaches: Rhode Island's Piracy Story
The Nicholson Whaling Collection at the Providence Public Library
This week guest host Dave is joined by Rebecca Baylies and Sharon Hartley from the Providence Animal Rescue League and Dyanna Morrison White, author of the book For the Love of Buddy. They talk about Dyanna’s book and PARL’s mission in the community, along with children’s books for adults and engaging reality television. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What fictional animal you would like to adopt and why?
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BooksFor the Love of Buddy by Dyanna Morrison White
Rescuing Penny Jane by Amy Sutherland
Finlay Donovan is Killing It by Elle Cosimano
Sail by Dorian Brouwers
Real Americans by Jared A. Goldstein
Endlessly Ever After by Laurel Snyder & Dan Santat
What Do You Do With a Chance? by Kobi Yamada & Mae Besom
A Street Cat Named Bob by James Bowen
The Amazing Maurice and His Educated Rodents by Terry Pratchett
AV1883 (2021- )
Yellowstone (2018- )
The Circle (2020- )
Minx (2022- )
OtherProvidence Animal Rescue League, Providence, RI
Books on the Square, Providence, RI
Barrington Books, Barrington, RI
This week Tayla is joined by Sarah, CPL’s Communications Manager and Nomi the Auburn Branch’s Youth Services Librarian to talk about how they ended up in Rhode Island. They also discuss audio books as reading, Gremlins, and how Rhode Islanders hate driving. During The Last Chapter they discuss the question: Who would you cast as the main character in an adaption of your favorite/last read book?
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BooksThe Lion of Mars by Jennifer L. Holm
The Dawn of Everything by David Graeber & David Wengrow
The Eye of the World (Wheel of Time Book 1) by Robert Jordan
Song For a Whale by Lynne Kelly
The List of Things That Will Not Change by Rebecca Stead
The Uglies by Scott Westerfield
Wolf Hollow by Lauren Wolk
AVThe Ultimatum (2022- )
Bonus Family (2017- )
Spy x Family (2022- )
Turning Red (2022)
8 Heads in a Duffel Bag (1997)
Heathers (1988)
Gremlins (1984)
Stranger Things (2016- )
OtherCommon Sense Media
E 31st St & Memorial Drive, Tulsa, OK
Shailene Woodley (IMDb)
Daniel Day-Lewis (IMDb)
This week Tayla is joined by Beth Pinkham and Melissa Rosenberg from the Ocean State Center for Independent Living to talk about the work their organization does for disabled people across the state. They also discuss Dolly Parton, ditching cable, going to the movies. During The Last Chapter they discuss the question: What is the best worst book you've ever read?
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Books28 Summers by Elin Hilderbrand
Run, Rose, Run by Dolly Parton & James Patterson
The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank
Tuesdays With Morrie by Mitch Albom
Macbeth by William Shakespeare
AVDeath on the Nile (2022)
Belfast (2021)
Manchester by the Sea (2016)
Brittany Runs a Marathon (2019)
Young Sheldon (2017- )
Free Guy (2021)
The Adam Project (2022)
Percy Jackson and the Olympians (TBD)
Crip Camp (2020)
Enola Holmes (2020)
Bridgerton (2020- )
OtherOcean State Center for Independent Living phone: 401-738-1013 email: info@oscil.org
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
Speech and Hearing Centers, University of Rhode Island
April is National Poetry Month, and we're continuing the celebration with a bonus episode of Rhody Radio, featuring Zach Berger, adult services librarian at Cranston Public Library. For the past year, Zach has been recording a new poem every week for On the Line - a call-in poetry service that Zach maintains. Each week, Zach records a new poetry reading that patrons can hear simply by dialing 401-900-1090, no Internet or computer required. In this episode, Rhody Radio team member Dave Bartos sits down with Zach to discuss his lifelong love of poetry and how he came to launching this project.
Call 401-900-1090 to hear a new poem each week, and to learn more about On the Line visit https://cranstonlibrary.org/ontheline.
Thanks for listening! Theme music for this episode is Twilight in Your Head by lemonmusicstudio. Rhody Radio is proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book and is brought to you by library staff and community members all around the Ocean State. You can find more from Rhody Radio on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and if you enjoyed today’s episode, subscribe to Rhody Radio and give us a review on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you listen to help us reach more Rhode Islanders. Rhody Radio is funded by a grant from the American Rescue Plan: Humanities Grants for Libraries, an initiative of the American Library Association made possible with funding from the National Endowment for the Humanities through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. Thanks again for listening and happy National Poetry Month!
This week Tayla is joined by two RI poets Laura Marie Marciano and RI Poet Laureate Tina Cane in honor of National Poetry Month. They discuss what they love about poetry as well as why people should not be intimidated by it. They also talk about Elena Ferrante, Sylvia Plath, and how to be a “good reader”. During The Last Chapter the question: Which literary/book character reminds you most of a friend or family member and why?
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BooksAtonement by Ian McEwan
The Mother-Child Papers by Alicia Suskin Ostriker
Bicycle in a Ransacked City by Andrés Cerpa
Subjects We Left Out by Naomi Washer
Milk Fed by Melissa Broder
Free the Beaches by Andrew W. Kahrl
Build Yourself a Boat by Camonghne Felix
My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante
Red Comet by Heather Clark
Ariel by Sylvia Plath
Forty-Five by Frieda Hughes
The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath
Para-Social Butterfly by Šari Dale
Alma Presses Play by Tina Cane
The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants by Ann Brashares
Go With the Flow by Lily Williams & Karen Schneemann
AVMy Brilliant Friend (2018- )
Atlanta (2016- )
OtherTina Cane (website)
What Would Higher Self Do? (website)
Laura Marie Marciano (website)
This week Tayla is joined by Amy Rosa from Washington Park Library in Providence and Nathaniel Gill, master gardener in training to talk about the Community Libraries of Providence’s seed library. They discuss the idea behind creating a seed library as well as some basic tips for spring planting. They also talk about Encanto, Star Trek, and movies that make them worried about the future of the human race. During The Last Chapter they discuss which literary universe they would want to live in.
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksHomegoing by Yaa Gyasi
Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell by Susanna Clarke
Dead Silence by S. A. Barnes
How I Learned What I Learned by August Wilson
Pippi Longstocking by Astrid Lindgren
Kith & Kin by Marieke Nijkamp
The Art of Showing Up by Rachel Wilkerson Miller
AVSing 2 (2021)
Encanto (2021)
Maximum Film! Disney’s Encanto with Ricky Carmona (podcast)
Gardeners’ World (1968- )
Star Trek: Discovery (2017- )
Idiocracy (2006)
Don’t Look Up (2021)
OtherURI Master Gardener Program
Providence Seed Library
Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) in Rhode Island (via farmfreshri.org)
This week Tayla is joined by two nutrition experts, Kathi Masi and Isabel Burnett to talk about healthy eating. They discuss some basic guidelines for making healthy choices about food. They also talk about book club reading, DIY shows, and Jim Gaffigan. During The Last Chapter they discuss the question: You are embarking on a year long spiritual retreat/journey and the only personal possessions you can bring are a change of clothes, a toothbrush and one book. What is the book?
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BookAutoimmune Wellness Handbookby Mickey Trescott
Exit West by Mohsin Hamid
Ishmael by Daniel Quinn
The Paris Library by Janet Skeslien Charles
The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray
The Guest List by Lucy Foley
The Little Book of Cottagecore by Emily Kent
AVBad Vegan (2022)
The Blacklist (2013- )
Death in the Garden (podcast)
A Millennials Guide to Saving the World (podcast)
Food and Faith (podcast)
Sustainable Dish (podcast)
Move Your DNA (podcast)
Worst Year Ever (podcast)
The Doctor’s Farmacy (podcast)
WildFed (podcast)
Tangentially Speaking (podcast)
The Wild Health Podcast (podcast)
Family Dinner (2021- )
Flea Market Flip (2012- )
Taste the Nation with Padma Lakshmi (2020- )
A Chef’s Life (2013-2018)
Ali Wong: Don Wong (2022)
Jim Gaffigan
OtherRI Parent Information Network (ripin.org)
Supersized Wellness on Facebook and Instagram
This week Tayla is joined by Shayna Pimentel and Caroline Payson from the Providence Children’s Museum to talk about this Rhode Island cultural institution. They discuss their roles at the Providence Children’s Museum as well as ways they strive to make the museum more accessible for Rhode Island children. They also talk about Oscar Noms, Pixar movies, and contemporary fiction. During The Last Chapter they discuss books they enjoyed as children and whether or not they still hold up.
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BooksBecoming Better Grownups by Brad Montague
The Yoga of Eating by Charles Eisenstein
I'm Hungry! / ¡Tengo Hambre! by Angela Dominguez
Hour of the Witch by Chris Bohjalian
Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro
The Startup Wife by Tahmima Anam
In Deeper Waters by F. T. Lukens
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum
Browse Shoes books by Noel Streatfeild
Amelia Bedelia by Peggy Parish & Fritz Seibel
The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle
AVOnward (2020)
Drive My Car (2021)
Coda (2021)
The Power of the Dog (2021)
Inventing Anna (2022)
Bad Vegan (2022)
My Neighbor Totoro (1988)
Pinocchio: A True Story (2021)
Monsters, Inc. (2001)
Dollface (2019- )
The Good Place (2016-2020)
OtherProvidence Children’s Museum, Providence, RI
Museum Passes at the Cranston Public Library
This week we have something special for our 100th episode! We asked library staff from across the Cranston Public Library system to share some of their favorite memories from their time working for the library. We hope that you enjoy getting to know our library and the people who work in it a little better.
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This week Tayla is joined by CPL’s Library Communications Manager Sarah and Kristin from the Tiverton Public Library to discuss their experiences with bullet journaling and blogging. Kristin and Tayla discuss how they make bullet journaling work with them, and Sarah shared her experience blogging about pregnancy and parenthood. They also talk about All Creatures Great and Small, children’s books, and Jonathan Van Ness. During The Last Chapter they discuss reading outside their comfort zone.
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BooksDiary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney
James Herriot’s Cat Stories by James Herriot
Heidi by Johanna Spyri
The Bullet Journal Method: Track the Past, Order the Present, Design the Future by Ryder Carroll
How to Bullet Plan: A Practical Guide by Rachel Wilkerson Miller
AVDiary of a Wimpy Kid (2010)
Inventing Anna (2022)
All Creatures Great and Small (2020- )
Queer Eye Texas (2018- )
Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness (2022- )
Band of Brothers (2001)
Judge John Hodgman (podcast)
OtherBajah’s Cat Cafe, Tiverton, RI
Flip-through Video Tour of My Discbound Bullet Journal (Youtube)
This week Tayla is joined by Lorén Spears, Executive Director of the Tomaquag Museum and Honorary Chair of this year's Read Across Rhode Island program, and Angeline Boulley, author of Firekeeper’s Daughter. They discuss this year’s Read Across Rhode Island pick Firekeeper’s Daughter. They also discuss books written by native authors and the recent TV series that have featured native casts. During The Last Chapter they discuss the question: Who’s your favorite elder from Firekeeper’s Daughter?
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BooksFirekeeper’s Daughter by Angeline Boulley
Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer
Too Good to Be True by Carola Lovering
The Wife Between Us by Greer Hendricks
Darling by K. Ancrum
We Light Up the Sky by Lilliam Rivera
Wabanaki Blues by Melissa Tantaquidgeon Zobel
Snowy Strangeways by Melissa Tantaquidgeon Zobel
Vanderbilt by Anderson Cooper & Katherine Howe
AVThe Gilded Age (2022- )
Ozark (2017-2022)
Reservation Dogs (2021- )
Rutherford Falls (2021- )
OtherAngeline Boulley (website)
2022 Reading Across Rhode Island events and info
tomaquagmuseum.org
We Need Diverse Books (website)
Kweli Journal (website)
DVpit on Twitter
This week Tayla is joined by Wendy Joering, Kelly Alpert Vest, and Barbara Wahlberg from the Sandra Bornstein Holocaust Education Center to talk about the work they do. They discuss their various education initiatives including bringing survivors into the classroom, training education, and host lecture series with community partners. They also discuss share book and TV recs with your co-workers, PBS shows, and Holocaust Documentaries. During The Last Chapter they discuss the question: Has a book ever changed your life?
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BooksCaste: the Origins of Our Discontent by Isabel Wilkerson
Becoming by Michelle Obama
The Education of an Idealist by Samantha Power
A Problem From Hell by Samantha Power
Hana's Suitcase by Karen Levine
Like Water on Stone by Dana Walrath
The Darkness Outside Us by Eliot Schrefer
All but My Life by Gerda Weissman Klein
Henny and Her Boat by Howard S. Viesz
Night by Elie Wiesel
The Girl Who Smiled Beads by Clemantine Wamariya
Backlash by Susan Faludi
AVBlack Earth Rising
Around the World in 80 days
All Creatures Great and Small
Dollface
9-1-1: Lone Star
The Morning Show
Schitt's Creek
One Survivor Remembers
Above and Beyond
Otherbornsteinholocaustcenter.org
Henny and Her Boat: Reading and Discussion with Author Howard S. Veisz @ Central - The Sandra Bornstein Holocaust Education Center’s Baxt Lecture Series at the James T. Giles Community Room on Sunday, March 20 at 2:00pm
The Gerda III at Mystic Seaport
This week Tayla is joined by Robin from the William Hall Branch and retired librarian Karol to talk all about apps. They discuss their favorite apps for everything from productivity to games. They also talk about audiobooks, makeover reality shows, and World War II books and TV series. During The Last Chapter they discuss the question: Do you eat/drink while reading?
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BooksFirekeeper’s Daughter by Angeline Boulley
All About Me! by Mel Brooks
Rooted by Lyanda Lynn Haupt
Donut Feed the Squirrels by Mika Song
And If I Perish by by Evelyn M. Mohahan and Rosemary Neidel-Greenlee
AVThe Gilded Age (2022- )
Women’s National Basketball Association
The Repair Shop (2017- )
The Instant Gardener (2015- )
Band of Brothers (2001)
AppsLibro.fm
OSL Mobile App
7 Minute Chi
Camera+ 2
Moku Hanga for Android and Apple
KaleidaCam (Apple)
Polish for Android and Apple
Drip.
Overcast
Tinyview Comics
Words with Friends
Flashfood
Too Good To Go
BigOven
OtherAn Unlikely Story Bookstore, Plainville, MA
Menstruation apps store excessive information, privacy charity says (12/21/2020, The Guardian)
This week Tayla is joined by Martin Garnar, director of the Amherst College Library, and Marianne, the Librarian from the Westerly High School, to talk about the recent increase in book challenges across the country. They discuss what it means for a book to be challenged in a school or public library and what you can do to protect intellectual freedom in your community. They also talk about book club reads, The Gilded Age, and Melvil Dewey. During The Last Chapter they talk if and how they take notes while reading.
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BooksAmerican Library Association Intellectual Freedom Manual
The Ride of Her Life by Elizabeth Letts
Luck of the Titanic by Stacey Lee
Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo
Termination Shock by Neal Stephenson
Crossroads by Jonathan Franzen
Beyond by Mercedes Lackey
The Paris Library by Janet Skeslien Charles
Kiss Number 8 by Colleen Af Venable & Ellen T. Crenshaw
AVThe Gilded Age (2022- )
And Just Like That… (2022- )
Ozark (2017-2022)
Q-Force (2021- )
OtherIn Praise of a Scholarly Force: Rudine Sims Bishop (creator of “Mirrors, Windows, Sliding Doors” theory)
American Library Association Office For Intellectual Freedom
How to Fight Book Bans and Challenges (BookRiot)
This week Tayla is joined by Taylor St. Pierre from the University of Hartford Libraries and Lisa Underhill from Johnson and Wales University to talk to them about their experience working in an academic library. They discuss how academic libraries are different from the public library as well as what makes their specific institutions unique. They also talk about Star Wars novels, shows with new seasons out now, and futurist non-fiction. During The Last Chapter they talk about listening to music while reading.
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BooksKlara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro
The Latinist by Mark Prins
The Future is Faster Than You Think by Peter H. Diamandis & Steven Kotler
Blockchain: The Next Everything by Stephen P. Williams
Star Wars Thrawn Trilogy by Timothy Zahn
Thrawn: Alliances by Timothy Zahn
AVSuccession (2018- )
The Dressmaker (2015)
The Righteous Gemstones (2019- )
That Sugar Film (2014)
RuPaul’s Drag Race (2009- )
The Witcher (2019- )
Yellowstone (2018- )
Outlander (2014- )
The White Queen (2013)
OtherJohnson & Wales University, Providence, RI
University of Hartford, West Hartford, CT
This week Tayla is joined by two librarians, Matthew and Jo, to talk about all things video games. They go deep, thinking about what makes a piece of media a video game and well as share some of their favorite titles. They also discuss Foucault, niche music, and horror novels. During The Last Chapter they discuss what their favorite world building detail in fiction is?
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BooksSkull-Face Bookseller Honda-san. Vol. 1 by Honda; translation by Amanda Haley; lettering by Bianca Pistillo
The Shining by Stephen King
The Turn of the Screw by Henry James
Cruising the Library by Melissa Adler
The Birth of Biopolitics Lectures at the College de France, 1978-1979 by Michel Foucault
Nineteen Way of Looking at Wang Wei by Eliot Weinberger
Let’s Talk About Race in Storytimes by Jessica Anne Bratt & Kirby McCurtis
Lore Olympus by Rachel Smythe
Manifestly Haraway by Donna J. Haraway
AVLaurel Hell by Mitski (bandcamp)
Sun Outside My Window by Strawberry Guy (YouTube)
Jacob Geller (YouTube)
Lilli Furfaro (Youtube)
Tales of the Mighty by Chase Noseworthy (Spotify)
Wayneradiotv (YouTube)
Video GamesGone Home
Tacoma
Civilization VI
Parkitect
Hyper Light Drifter
Unpacking
Tetris Effect
OtherBook Club for Masochists
Digitized Public Laws and Acts & Resolves, Rhode Island State Library
This week Tayla is joined by two local authors, Vanessa Lillie and Dr. Michael Fine, to talk about writing books set in Rhode Island. They discuss their books and why they chose to make Rhode Island such an integral part of their stories. They also discuss Indigenous narratives, indie movies, and Pride and Prejudice. During The Last Chapter they discuss: If you could rewrite a book from another character’s point of view, what book and character would you choose?
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BooksThe World’s One Hundred Best Short Stories edited by Grant Overton
Crooked Hallelujah by Kelli Jo Ford
Where the Dead Sit Talking by Brandon Hobson
Winter Counts by David Heska Wanbli Weiden
This Place: 150 Years RetoldBody Talk edited by Kelly Jensen
The Tender Bar by J. R. Moehringer
Little Voices by Vanessa Lillie
For the Best by Vanessa Lillie
The Bull and Other Stories by Michael Fine
Rhode Island Stories by Michael Fine
Abundance by Michael Fine
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Pride and Prejudice and Zombies by Jane Austen and Seth Grahame-Smith
Metamorphosis and Other Stories by Franz Kafka
The Bane Chronicles by Cassandra Clare, Sarah Rees Brennan, and Maureen Johnson
AVLandscapers (2021)
Yellowjackets (2021- )
The Tender Bar (2021)
The Killing of Two Lovers (2020)
OtherVanessa Lillie on Instagram
Michael Fine, M. D. (website)
Young Rich Widows by Vanessa Lillie, Kimberly Belle, Cate Holahan, and Layne Fargo (coming April 2022)
Big Blue Bug (Wikipedia)
Independent Publishers of New England (website)
This week Tayla is joined by School Librarian Peter Quesnel and Exeter Public Library Director Tien Tran to talk to us about winter houseplants. They discuss why they like having plants in their home and some tips for beginner plant owners. They also discuss Narrative Nonfiction, Star Trek and the Hays Code. During The Last Chapter they discuss reading goals and tracking their reading.
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BooksWe Are Not From Here by Jenny Torres Sanchez
Concrete Rose by Angie Thomas
The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich
The Life and Death of the Great Lakes by Dan Egan
A Wizard’s Guide to Defensive Baking by T. Kingfisher
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot
What the Eyes Don’t See by Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha
The New Plant Parent by Darryl Cheng
The Garden Primer by Barbara Damrosch
AVThe Expanse (2015- )
All Creatures Great and Small (2020- )
Shadow and Bone (2021- )
Star Trek: The Original Series (1966-1969)
OtherPothos plant
Aglaonema
(Lucky) Bamboo
Orchids
Amaryllis
This week Tayla is joined by Elena and John from the Central Branch to talk about all things book groups. If you made a resolution to join a book group this year, this podcast will be a great guide to help you make that resolution happen. They also discuss Spider-Man, Phil Collins, and the latest scientific discoveries about early man. During The Last Chapter they discuss if they judge a book by its cover.
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BooksLegend by Marie Lu
Fossil Men by Kermit Pattison
The Graves Are Walking by John Kelly
The Last Days of the Incas by Kim MacQuarrie
The Girl From the Sea by Molly Knox Ostertag
Dune by Frank Herbert
Girl, Woman, Other by Bernardine Evaristo
Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly
Destiny of the Republic by Candice Millard
Heartstopper Vol. 1 by Alice Oseman
AVPonyo (2008)
Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)
The Terror (2018-2019)
Berlin Station (2016-2019)
The Brokenwood Mysteries (2014- )
Dune (2021)
Dune (1984)
Letterkenny (2016- )
A Hot Night in Paris by the Phil Collins Big Band
OtherBook Groups at the Cranston Public Library
This week Tayla is joined by CPL’s Administrative Assistant Ally and Liz from the Cumberland Public Library for a very special 2021 Fandom Wrap-up! They share all their opinions on some of the most popular shows and movies that came out in 2021. Proceed with caution, spoilers ahead! During The Last Chapter they discuss what property they’d like to see get a big budget TV or movie adaption.
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Common GroundWandaVision (2021)
The Vision by Tom King, Gabriel Hernandez Walta, Michael Walsh, Jordie Bellaire, and Clayton Cowles
Captain Marvel (2019)
Loki (2021- )
Sell Us Your ShowFruits Basket (2019-2021)
Fruits Basket Vol. 1 by Natsuki Takaya
Rutherford Falls (2021- )
Screen It, Stream It, or Skip It (Marvel Edition)Maximum Film! (podcast)
Black Widow (2021)
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (2021)
Eternals (2021)
Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)
Last ChapterThe Dark is Rising by Susan Cooper
Alanna: the First Adventure (Song of the Lioness Quartet #1) by Tamora Pierce
Uglies by Scott Westerfeld
This week Tayla is joined by Victoria from OneCranston HEZ and Nicole from Anchor Recovery Center to talk about long term recovery from substance use disorder. They share with us their real life experience in recovery and well as a number of resources for anyone who is struggling with addiction. They also talk about crime dramas, comfort watching and British accents. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Where is your favorite place to read or enjoy media?
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BooksIn Cold Blood by Truman Capote
The Hive by Greg Olsen
If You Tell by Greg Olsen
American Gods by Neil Gaiman
In the Woods (Dublin Murder Squad #1) by Tana French
My Dear Hamilton by Stephanie Dray & Laura Kamoie
You Mean I’m Not Lazy, Stupid, or Crazy?! by Kate Kelly & Peggy Ramundo
The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel A. van der Kolk, M.D.
Yummy by Victoria Grace Elliot
AVGrey’s Anatomy (2005- )
Dawson’s Creek (1998-2003)
Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997-2003)
Firefly (2002-2003)
Yellowstone (2018- )
Pretty Little Liars (2010-2017)
American Gods (2017-2021)
The Affair (2014-2019)
Midnight Mass (2021)
Broadchurch (2013-2017)
OtherAnchor Recovery Center, Providence, RI
OneCranston Health Equity Zone, Cranston, RI
Recovery Connections @ Cranston Central Library
BHLink 401-414-LINK (5465)
This week Tayla is joined by Dave from the Central Branch and Karen from the Auburn Branch to talk about the long-running series that they’ve enjoyed. They discuss what they like about reading a series and give some recommendations. They also talk about Rom-com novels, historical costuming, and Hamilton. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Do you read a series as it comes out or do you wait for a series to finish so you can read it all at once?
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BooksThe Past is Red by Catherynne Valente
How to Live Safely In a Science Fictional Universe by Charles Yu
The Guncle by Steven Rowley
Donut Fall In Love by Jackie Lau
A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow by Laura Taylor Namey
Himawari House by Harmony Becker
Browse the In Death series by J. D. Robb
Browse the Discworld series by Terry Pratchett
Browse the Mortal Instruments series by Cassandra Clare
AVAre You the One? (2014- )
Total Divas (2013-2019)
Bernadette Banner (YouTube)
Abby Cox (YouTube)
Hamilton North American Tour
OtherLadies of the Rolling Pin Morris Dance Team
Discworld Reading Order Guide via imgur
NoveList via AskRI
Book Series in Order
Fantastic Fiction
This week Tayla is joined by MK Czerwiec (The Comic Nurse) and librarian Matthew Noe to talk all things Graphic Medicine. They tell us all about the many uses of the genre as well as some of their favorite titles. They also discuss other podcasts, Hawkeye, and Sci-fi novellas. During the Last Chapter they discuss: what’s a genre you wish you read more of?
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BooksAll Systems Red (Murderbot #1) by Martha Wells
Laziness Does Not Exist by Devon Price
A Winter’s Promise (Mirror Visitor #1) by Christelle Dabos
The Book of Form and Emptiness by Ruth Ozeki
What Fresh Hell is This by Heather Corinna
My Degeneration by Peter Dunlap-Shohl
Can’t We Talk About Something More Pleasant? by Roz Chast
Pain is Really Strange by Steve Haines
Crude by Pablo Fajardo, Sophie Tardy-Joubert, Damien Roudeau, and Hannah Chute
Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe
Menopause: A Comic Treatment edited by MK Czerwiec
AVSuccession (2018- )
Young Justice (2010- )
Hawkeye (2021)
Maximum Film (podcast)
Tig and Cheryl: True Story (podcast)
Maintenance Phase (podcast)
OtherGraphic Medicine (website)
American Library Association Office of Intellectual Freedom
Comic Nurse (website)
Drawing Together Archive
@NoeTheMatt on Twitter
Graphic Medicine Book Club Kits
This week Tayla is joined by Assistant Director Julie Holden and Ivy Swinski from OneCranston Health Equity Zone to talk about their latest partnership with CPL: Healthy Families at Cranston Public Library. They also discuss the mean girl trope, Marvel movies, and funny TV. During the Last Chapter they discuss: how do you organize your shelves at home?
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BooksWe Are the Brennans by Tracey Lange
100 Essays I Don’t Have Time to Write by Sarah Ruhl
Squad by Maggie Tokuda-Hall and Lisa Sterle
AVMean Girls (2004)
WandaVision (2021)
Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021)
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings (2021)
Jungle Cruise (2021)
Ted Lasso (2020- )
Blown Away (2019- )
Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000- )
OtherOneCranston Health Equity Zone
Comprehensive Community Action Program, Cranston, RI
Network of the National Library of Medicine, Region 7
Healthy Families at Cranston Public Library
This week Tayla and Cassidy are joined by dancer Lola to talk to her about her experience as a belly and hula dancer and her gig teaching at The Rhody Center. They also talk about international television, suspenseful vs scary movies, and etiquette. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Has a book ever changed your life?
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BooksBury My Heart at Chuck E. Cheese’s by Tiffany Midge
The Simple Path to Wealth by J. L. Collins
A Caravan of Brides by Kay Hardy Campbell
Blackout by Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk, & Nicola Yoon
Maid by Stephanie Land
Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert
Kira-Kira by Cynthia Kadohata
AVTaste the Nation (2020- )
Casketeers (2018- )
Indian Matchmaking (2020- )
Maid (2020)
Awakenings (1990)
Bird Box (2018)
I Am Mother (2019)
Critical Role (YouTube)
Jamila Musayeva (YouTube)
Marie-Anne Lecoeur (YouTube)
Schmanners Classic: Afternoon Tea and High Tea (podcast)
Oxana Bazaeva (YouTube)
OtherThe Rhody Center, Coventry, RI
Loladance.com
Polynesian Fusion (Instagram)
This week Tayla is joined by Mike and Emily from the Electromagnetic Pinball Museum! They share with us information about their unique museum and how it came to be. We also discuss World War II shows, Binging with Babish, and Rhode Island Comic Con. During the Last Chapter they discuss: Would you rather bring any one character from a book into our world OR live in a book’s world but never meet your favorite character?
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BooksStephen Colbert’s Midnight Confessions by the Staff of the Late Show With Stephen Colbert
Catch-22 by Joseph Heller
The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster
Thor and Loki: Double Trouble by Mariko Tamaki & Gurihiru
AVTNT Amusements Inc. (YouTube)
Squid Game (2021)
Band of Brothers (2001)
The Pacific (2010)
Binging with Babish (2016- )
Star Trek: Picard (2020- )
OtherElectromagnetic Pinball Museum and Restoration, Pawtucket, RI
Smoke & Squeal BBQ, Pawtucket, RI
The Internet Pinball Machine Database
Pintastic Pinball & Game Room Expo, Sturbridge, MA
Rhode Island Comic Con
Project Pinball
Electromagnetic Pinball on Facebook
This week Tayla is joined by Robin from the William Hall Branch and Deb from the Tiverton Public Library to talk all things historical fiction. They discuss what they like about historical fiction as a genre and give some historical fiction recommendations. They also talk about Wes Andreson movies, the Good Place, and Elvis Costello. During The Last Chapter they discuss: what book/series that you discussed today would you most like to see made into a TV show or movie?
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BooksThe Colorado Kid by Stephen King (audiobook)
The Searcher by Tana French
The Starless Sea by Erin Morgenstern
The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams (eaudiobook)
How to Play Guitar and Y by Elvis Costello (Audible)
The Magic Fish by Trung Le Nguyen
Tracks by Peter Tarsi (play)
AVHaven (2010-2015)
The French Dispatch (2021)
Isle of Dogs (2018)
New Tricks (2003-2015)
The Good Place (2016-2020)
Historical Fiction PicksThe Exiles by Christina Baker Kline
Dear Mrs. Bird by A. J. Pearce
Yours Cheerfully by A. J. Pearce
Painting the Light by Sally Cabot Gunning
The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich
I, Tituba, Black Witch of Salem by Maryse Conde
The Darwin Affair by Tim Mason
Her Hidden Genius by Marie Benedict
OtherAvon Cinema, Providence, RI
This week Tayla is joined by Lisa Valentino from Ink Fish Books in Warren and Steven Porter from Stillwater Books in Pawtucket to bring you an extra dose of book recommendations for your holiday gift giving! We also discuss enjoying books new and old, Netflix binge watching, and Norwegian sci-fi dramas. During the Last Chapter they discuss: if you could change one thing about literature, what would it be?
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BooksFive Tuesdays in Winter by Lily King
The Fatal Shore by Robert Hughes
Ball Four by Jim Bouton
Cheer Up! Love and Pompoms by Crystal Frasier, Val Wise, & Oscar O. Jupiter
You by Caroline Kepnes
State of Terror by Hillary Rodham Clinton & Louise Penny
Wish You Were Here by Jodi Picoult
For the Best by Vanessa Lillie
Ruby Falls by Deborah Goodrich Royce
People We Meet On Vacation by Emily Henry
Best Wishes, Warmest Regards by Daniel Levy & Eugene Levy\
Call Us What We Carry by Amanda Gorman
Change Sings by Amanda Gorman
The Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley Heller
The Paris Library by Janet Skeslien Charles
The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict & Victoria Christopher Murray
Beauty in the Street by Scott Turner
Rhode Island Stories by Michael Fine
Swan Song by Elizabeth B. Splaine
AVSquid Game (2021)
You (2018- )
Bridgerton (2020- )
What If…? (2021- )
Beforeigners (2019- )
OtherInk Fish Books, Warren, RI
Stillwater Books, Pawtucket, RI
This week Tayla is joined by Lisa from the Central Branch and author Joe Broadmeadow to talk about his new book Divine Providence: The Mayor, The Mob, and the Man in the Middle. They also talk about cults, British comedies, and Deep Space Nine. During The Last Chapter they discuss: what’s a book you recommend to everyone?
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BooksDivine Providence by Joe Broadmeadow and Pat Cortellessa
I’ll Take Your Questions Now by Stephanie Grisham
Midnight Library by Matt Haig
American Cult by Robyn Chapman
The Family Next Door by John Glatt
Under the Banner of Heaven by Jon Krakauer
Elatsoe by Darcie Little Badger
Mysterious Island by Jules Verne
The Phantom Tollbooth by Norman Juster
AVThe Village (2004)
Airplane! (1980)
BattleBots (2015- )
Inspector Morse (1987-2000)
Inspector Lewis (2006-2015)
Vera (2011- )
Dune (1984)
Star Trek: Deep Space Nine (1993-1999)
Wizard of Oz (1939)
Thin Blue Line (1995-1996)
Waiting for God (1990-1994)
Vicar of Dibly (1994-2020)
The Phantom Tollbooth (1970)
OtherJoe Broadmeadow
Tuesday, November 9 6:30 PM - “Divine Providence” Author Event and Book Signing
This week Tayla is joined by two more emerging librarians, Elena and Cassidy, to continue our series highlighting up and comers in the library profession. They shared with us their journey into librarianship as well as their hopes for their future in the profession. They also discuss getting ready for Halloween with their reading and watching, Handmaid's Tale, and cute gay love graphic novels. During The Last Chapter, they talk about books they disliked that everyone else loved.
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksThe Troop by Nick Cutter
Browse books by Junji Ito
Carry On: The Rise and Fall of Simon Snow by Rainbow Rowell
Heartstopper by Alice Oseman
Check, Please! by Ngozi Ukazu
Nubia: Real One by L.L. McKinney, Robyn Smith, Brie Henderson, Robyn Smith, Bex Glendining, and Ariana Maher
The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood
Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng
Searching for Sylvie Lee by Jean Kwok
Opposite of Always by Justin A. Reynolds
AVHalloween (1978)
Venom: Let There Be Carnage (2021)
Corpse Bride (2005)
The Exorcist (1973)
The Handmaid’s Tale (2017- )
OtherFinal Girl (tvtropes.org)
Noname Book Club
Saint Heron Community Library
In this bonus postcredit sequence, Tayla, Kate, and Angela talk a bit more about the RI LGBTQ+ Community Archives oral history project, Queer StoRIes. Learn about the project and how you can nominate yourself or someone else to contribute an oral history by filling out this form:
https://forms.gle/TgytBLyzWW9ks9XL7
This week Tayla is joined by Kate Wells and Angela DiVeglia from Providence Public Library to talk about the new RI LGBTQ+ Community Archive. They give us details about the archive from it’s planning stages to it’s roll-out in June and their hope for its continued growth. They also talk about romance novels and their many sub-genres, smart engaging podcasts (besides this one), and the Public Universal Friend. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Have you ever had a crush on a book character and if so who?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksKnitting in the City series by Penny Reid
What the Robin Knows by Jon Young
Browse books by Richard Brautigan
Cream of the Crop by Alice Clayton
Be Gay, Do Comics: Queer History, Memoir, and Satire from The NibAnne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery
AVFirebug (podcast)
Smartless (podcast)
Maintenance Phase (podcast)
Ologies (podcast)
Finding Our Way (podcast)
Just Between Us (podcast)
OtherRhode Island LGBTQ+ Community Archive hosted by the Providence Public Library
The History Project, Boston, MA
Public Universal Friend (Wikipedia)
This week Tayla is joined by author Connelly Akstens and Volta Tran from Thundermist Health. Connelly discusses her memoir Without Shame: Learning to Be Me and Volta discusses her work as part of the Trans Health Access Team at Thundermist. They also discuss Bach, Lil Nas X, and the diversity of trans narratives. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What do you use as a bookmark?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksWithout Shame: Learning to Be Me by Connelly Akstens
Detransition, Baby by Torrey Peters
Magnus Hirschfeld: The Origins of the Gay Liberation Movement by Ralf Dose
The Left Hand of Darkness by Ursula K. Le Guin
Sailing Alone Around the World by Joshua Slocum
Four Wings and a Prayer by Sue Halpern
A Romance on Three Legs by Katie Hafner
Bright Rivers by Nick Lyons
Browse books by Georges Simenon
She’s Not There by Jennifer Finney Boylan
AVA State of Wonder: The Complete Goldberg Variations 1955 & 1981 by Glenn Gould (album)
Montero by Lil Nas X (album)
One From the Vaults (podcast)
Squid Game (2021)
Battle Royale (2000)
Reservation Dogs (2021- )
Y: The Last Man (2021- )
OtherConnelly Akstens
First Event Boston
Thundermist Trans Health Access
transhealth@thundermisthealth.org
This week Tayla is joined by Jim Corbin and Kelly Connell from Hasbro to talk to them about working for a company that makes toys. Jim shares his experience designing the packaging and marketing materials for some of the products made by Hasbro and Kelly shares her experience as a “toy librarian.” They also discuss seeing well written sci-fi, nerd culture, and how toys enrich people’s lives. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is the most interesting project you worked on as part of your job?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksThe Best of Me by David Sedaris
Cibola Burn (Expanse Book 4) by James S. A. Corey
Red Sparrow by Jason Matthews (digital audiobook on the OSL eZone)
A Cuban Girl's Guide to Tea and Tomorrow by Laura Taylor Namey
AVMystery Science Theater 3000 (Twitch)
What We Do In the Shadows (2016- )
Ted Lasso (2020- )
The Morning Show (2019- )
Um, Actually (2018- )
OtherGlobal Day of Joy
This week Tayla is joined by Maria Cotto from the Pawtucket Public Library and Marta Martínez from RI Latino Arts to talk about Hispanic Heritage Month and the celebrations going on around RI this year. They discuss seeing themselves and their culture in books, America’s Got Talent, and StoryCorp. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What author alive or dead would you like to meet?
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BooksA Song of Frutas by Margarita Engle & Sara Palacios
Child of the Flower-Song People by Gloria Amescua & Duncan Tonatiuh
Small Room, Big Dreams by Monica Brown & Mirelle Ortega
Caramelo by Sandra Cisneros
Martita, I Remember You by Sandra Cisneros
A Sled for Gabo by Emma Otheguy & Ana Ramírez González
How to Fold a Taco | Cómo Doblar un Taco by Naibe Reynoso & Ana Varela
Adelita and the Veggie Cousins by Diane Gonzales Bertrand & Christina Rodriguez
Planting Stories by Anika Aldamuy Denise and Paola Escobar
AVAmerica’s Got Talent (2006- )
Only Murders in the Building (2021- )
StoryCorps (podcast)
OtherRhode Island Latino Arts | Arte Latino de Rhode Island
Rhode Island Latino Books Award
REFORMA: The National Association to Promote Library and Information Services to Latinos and the Spanish-Speaking
Feria del Libro y las Artes de Providence 2021
Hispanic Heritage Month
La Galería del Pueblo @ RI Latino Arts
This week Tayla is joined by Richard Ring from the Rhode Island Historical Society and Kelly Allen-Kujawski, owner of Rarities Books & Bindery to talk about book collecting and preservation. They discuss the value of books from different perspectives, the art of bookbinding, and interesting items they’ve come around in their work. They also chat about Stephen King, Terry Pratchett, and book-to-screen adaptations. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is the last book you bought?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksThe Colour of Magic by Terry Pratchett
Open Season by Archer Mayor
Lisey’s Story by Stephen King
The Lost Girls by Jordan Wakefield
Y, the Last Man, Book 1 by Brian K. Vaughan, Pia Guerra, penciller, & José Marzán, Jr.
Good Omens by Neil Gaiman & Terry Pratchett
AVGood Omens (2019)
The Price is Right (1972- )
Misery (1990)
Far and Away (1992)
The Great Escape (1963)
Lucifer (2016-2021)
Bad Times at the El Royale (2018)
OtherRarities Books and Bindery, Wakefield, RI
Rhode Island Historical Society, Providence, RI
The John Russell Bartlett Society (Facebook)
Cellar Stories Bookstore, Providence, RI
This week we're replaying Episode 56 from May 11, 2021, featuring Martha from the Auburn branch and Ana González from The Public’s Radio to talk about her podcast, Mosaic. They also discuss murder mysteries, new Latinx made podcasts, and comedies that teach you something. During The Last Chapter they discuss: would you rather listen to an audiobook with a terrible reader but an amazing story OR listen to an audiobook with an amazing reader but a terrible story?
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BooksLittle Fishby Casey Plett
Crónica de Una Muerte Anunciada de Gabriel García Márquez
Wicked Things by John Allison and Max Sarin
Take Back the Block by Chrystal D. Giles
Astronauts: Women On the Final Frontier by Jim Ottaviani and Maris Wicks
Selena: Queen of Tejano Music by Silvia López and Paola Escobar
AVAdam Sandler
Bob’s Burgers (2011- )
Suave (podcast)
Anything for Selena (podcast)
La Brega (podcast)
Derry Girls (2018- )
Tales From the Loop (2020- )
OtherMosaic - The Public’s Radio
We asked and you answered! For this week’s episode we’re featuring community book reviews, celebrating a summer of reading in Cranston and beyond. Our thanks to Lois, Deena, Robin, Karen, Dave, Susan, Zach, Alyssa, Elise, Michael, Lisa, and Martha for sharing their book reviews with us.
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BooksThis Magnificent Dappled Sea by David Biro
The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown
The Overstory by Richard Powers
Fumbling by Kerry Egan
Nimona by Noelle Stevenson
The Beauty of Living Twice by Sharon Stone
War and Turpentine by Stefan Hertmans
Blackout by Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk & Nicola Yoon
Emma by Jane Austen
The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead
Viral BS by Dr. Seema Yasmin
Mrs. Fields Cookie Book by Debbie Fields
This week Tayla is joined by Christine from Central and Cassie from the Lincoln Public Library to talk about all things travel. They discuss their favorite things about traveling and provide some tips and tricks for people planning to travel soon. They also chat about their current graphic novel reading, bingeable shows, how nature reacts when humans leave an area. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What are your favorite bookish spots to visit when you travel? Spoilers: it’s the public library.
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksRainbow Bridge by Steve Orlando
Lovesickness by Junji Ito
In Cold Blood by Truman Capote
How Iceland Changed the World by Egill Bjarnason
This is Our Pact by Ryan Andrews
Islands of Abandonment by Cal Flyn
Off the Beaten Path book series
AVThe Year Earth Changed (2021)
The Walking Dead (2010- )
A Quiet Place Part II (2020)
Mare of Easttown (2021)
BlacKkKlansman (2018)
OtherYelp
Tripadvisor
Wanderlog - iOS and Google Play
Polarsteps - iOS and Google Play
Citymapper - iOS and Google Play
This week Tayla is joined by Hilary Jones and Sean Rogan to talk about all things music! They share their experience making and teaching music in Rhode Island. They also chat about how great audio books are for busy people, dystopian fiction, and media that’s great to share with your child. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Is there a book that you couldn’t finish and why not?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksLive Music Method: All Roads Lead to the Stage by Tom Jackson
Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler
Parable of the Talents by Octavia Butler
Uglies trilogy by Scott Westerfeld
The Power by Naomi Alderman
Dungeon Critters by Natalie Riess and Sara Goetter
Harry Potter audiobooks
A Ball for Daisy by Chris Raschka
Atomic Habits by James Clear
Guitar Zero: the New Musician and the Science of Learning by Gary Marcus
AVEscape to the Chateau (2016-2021)
Schitt’s Creek (2015-2020)
Be Cool, Scooby Doo (2015-2018)
Star Trek: Lower Decks (2020- )
This is Pop (2021- )
OtherHilary B Jones
Midriff podcast
@midriffpodcast on IG
You Rock School of Music
yourockstudio.biz
You Rock School Of Music on TikTok
You Rock School of Music Podcast
Getyourkidstorock.com
Songwrittingsecretexposed.com
RIOT RI
This week Tayla is joined by Lisa from Central and Robin from the William Hall Library to talk about a popular genre: true crime. They also chat about some of their other favorite non-fiction book, BattleBots, movies new and old, and Anne Perry’s secret past. During The Last Chapter they discuss: do you judge a book by it’s cover?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksTaste: My Life Through Food by Stanley Tucci
Yours Cheerfully by AJ Pearce
The Messenger by Karl Evanzz
Factory Summers by Guy Delisle
Bubble by Jordan Morris, Sarah Morgan, Tony Cliff, and Natalie Riess
Cries Unheard by Gitta Sereny
A Mother’s Reckoning by Sue Klebold
For Laci by Sharon Rocha
Remain in Love by Chris Frantz
The New One by Mike Birbiglia
Miss Rhythm by Ruth Brown and Andrew Yule
The Life and Times of Little Richard by Charles White
My Life in the Mafia by Vincent Teresa
Doctor Broad by Barbara H. Roberts
Anne Perry and the Murder of the Century by Peter Graham
AVThe Suicide Squad (2021)
Miss Congeniality (2000)
30 Rock (2006-2013)
Airplane! (1980)
BattleBots (YouTube)
Heavenly Creatures (1994)
OtherSue Klebold: My son was a Columbine shooter. This is my story (TED Talk)
This week Tayla and Dave travel to the East Bay to chat live and in person with Jessica D'Avanza and Patrick Elliot from Barrington Public Library about Rhody Radio’s one year anniversary. They share their experience making a podcast as part of their library programming during the pandemic. They also talk about must-watch TV, other podcasts we love, and how to “get to” all the nonfiction we want to read. During The Last Chapter they discuss: what is your favorite episode that you made for your podcast during this past year?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksA World Without Email by Cal Newport
Zeroville by Steve Erickson
Project 333 by Courtney Carver
The Life-Changing Manga of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo; illustrated by Yuko Uramoto; translated from the Japanese by Cathy Hirano
AVZeroville (2019)
Scrubs (2001-2010)
PodcastsFake Doctors, Real Friends with Zach + Donald
Timber Wars
Bear Brook
Dirty John
Mosaic
Rhody Radio
OtherBarrington Public Library
Podcasting in Seven Easy Steps - Barrington Public Library
Rhode Island Council for the Humanities
Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services
Institute of Museum and Library Services
This week Tayla is joined by Dave from Central and John Kostrzewa from the Providence Journal to talk about his weekly column "Walking Rhode Island." He shares the story behind his column as well as advice for beginning hikers. They also talk about what makes a good spy novel, hope-punk sci-fi, and classic filmmaking. During The Last Chapter they discuss: what is your favorite hike in RI?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksThe Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson
Agent Running in the Field by John Le Carré
Slough House by Mick Herron
Bubble by Jordan Morris, Sarah Morgan, Tony Cliff, and Natalie Riess
The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet by Becky Chambers
Aetherbound by E. K. Johnston
Walks and Rambles in Rhode Island by Ken Weber
AVThe Bookshop (2017)
What We Do In the Shadows (2014)
Dial M For Murder (1954)
Good Omens (2019)
OtherKanopy Streaming Movies at the Library
Rhode Island Land Trust Council
AllTrails.com
John Kostrzewa on Facebook
Beavertail Trail, Narragansett, RI
RI Audubon Caratunk Wildlife Refuge, Seekonk, MA
Goddard Memorial State Park, Warwick, RI
This week Tayla is joined by Shareen Knowlton and Jen Rudolph from the Roger Williams Park Zoo to talk about all the exciting goings-on at the zoo this summer. They also talk about the importance of love and compassion for others, starter graphic novels, and TV the whole family can enjoy. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is a book you recommend to everyone?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksLove is the Way by Bishop Michael Curry with Sara Grace
Coltan by Michael Nast
See No Stranger by Valarie Kaur
The Adventure Zone: Petals to the Metal by by Clint McElroy and Carey Pietsch
Fun Home by Alison Bechdel
The Secret to Superhuman Strength by Alison Bechdel
Dare to Lead by Brené Brown
The Sum of Us by Heather McGhee
AVGavin & Stacey (2007-2019)
The Mysterious Benedict Society (2021- )
Sweet Tooth (2021- )
WandaVision (2020)
Queer Eye (2018- )
OtherValarie Kaur (author website)
Roger Williams Park Zoo, Providence, RI
Gorillas on the Line Cell Phone Recycling at Roger Williams Park Zoo
Museum Passes at the Cranston Public Library
Office of Sustainability, Providence, RI
This week Tayla is joined by Elena from Central and Nancy from the North Kingston Free Library to give you some great ideas for your next great summer read! They talk about what makes a book a beach read and why people should expand their definition of beach reads.They also talk about book to screen adaptations, watching media about plagues during a pandemic, and going back to the movie theatre. During The Last Chapter they discuss: where do you like to read?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksA Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara
The Library of the Dead by T. L. Huchu
Infinite Country by Patricia Engel
My Life in Transition by Julia Kaye
Casual Cosplay by Krystal Everdeen
My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Ottessa Moshfegh
Death In Her Hands by Ottessa Moshfegh
Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Explore books by Rachel Cusk
The Islanders by Meg Mitchell Moore
Perestroika in Paris by Jane Smiley
Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
AVShadow and Bone (2021- )
Atlantic Crossing (2020)
Sweet Tooth (2021- )
Raya and the Last Dragon (2021)
Summer of Soul (2021)
This week Tayla is joined by Katherine and Alyce from the North Scituate Public Library to talk about their podcast Novel-Tea! They also talk queer book club, Pixar movies, and The Sound of Music. During The Last Chapter they discuss: what author, alive or dead, would you like to meet and why?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksNorth County Paranormal by Amanda McColgan
Becoming Muhammad Ali by James Patterson and Kwame Alexander
Pet by Akwaeke Emezi
Stone Butch Blues by Leslie Feinberg
Ace by Angela Chen
Lucifer Vol. 1 written by Dan Watters, Neil Gaiman, Simon Spurrier, Kat Howard, Nalo Hopkinson; art by Max Fiumara, Sebastian Fiumara, Bilquis Evely, Tom Fowler, Dominiki "DOMO" Stanton
AVLucifer (2016- )
Luca (2021)
The Sound of Music (1965)
OtherNorth Scituate Public Library, RI
Novel-Tea from the North Scituate Library
Land of Chel
This week Tayla is joined by Karen from Auburn and Madeleine Henry, author of the Love Proof to talk about her book! They also talk about thrillers, narrowboats, and Tayla nerds out (again). During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is your favorite way to find new books to read?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksThe Love Proof by Madeleine Henry
The Plot by Jean Hanff Korelitz
Behind Closed Doors by B. A. Paris
The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave
Win by Harlan Coben
The Bookish Life of Nina Hill by Abbi Waxman
One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston
Thrawn by Timothy Zahn
Breathe In, Cash Out by Madeleine Henry
AVSuccession (2018- )
Travels by Narrowboat (2018- )
Tudor Monastery Farm (2013)
Critical Role: Exandria Unlimited (YouTube)
OtherMadeleine Henry, author website
Instagram @madeleinehenryyoga
This week Tayla is joined by Robin from Hall and Mev Miller from the Wanderground Archive to talk about this budding cultural archive and what inspired her to try to create an archive to preserve lesbian literature and cultural artifacts in RI. They also talk about enjoying stories about characters that are their age, Disney, and the decline of lesbian-centric spaces. During The Last Chapter they discuss: how do you organize your books at home?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! Connect with the show on social media using the hashtag #DownTimeCPL and if you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter, send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksRadar Girls by Sara Ackerman
The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray
A Light on Altered Land by Becky Bohan
Archives for the Lay Person by Lois Hamill
No Time to Spare by Ursula K. LeGuin
The Disappearing L by Bonnie Morris
AVLet Them All Talk (2020)
Raya and the Last Dragon (2021)
The Equalizer (2021- )
WNBA Women’s Basketball
Loki (2021)
Star Wars: The Bad Batch (2021- )
Hamilton (2020)
Top Chef (2006- )
OtherWanderground Lesbian Archive/Library
Wanderground Interest Survey for Lesbians
Mev Miller, Instigator: info@wanderground.org
Rhode Island Council for the Humanities
Collectorz.com Book Connect
LGBTQ+ Community Archive hosted by Providence Public Library
This week Tayla is joined by Sue from the Brownell Library in Little Compton and Kristen from the Island Free Library on Block Island to talk about running a small library! They talk about the joys and challenges of running a small library as well as what it’s like to run a library in a community that has part time summer residents. They also discuss works in translation and broadband access in remote communities. During The Last Chapter they discuss: what do you use as a bookmark?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. You can also reach out the us on social media using the hashtag #DownTimeCPL. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksBefore the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi
The Enigma Game by Elizabeth Wein
French Milk by Lucy Knisley
Project 333 by Courtney Carver
AVMidnight Diner: Tokyo Stories (2016- )
Bridgerton (2020- )
NCIS (2003- )
Lupin (2021- )
The Intouchables (2011)
In the Heights (2021- )
Wallander (2005-2013)
OtherBrownell Library, Little Compton, RI
Island Free Library, Block Island, RI
Wake Up Well podcast
This week Tayla is joined by Zach and Emily from the Central Library to share all the fabulous details of our upcoming summer reading program! They share with us how readers of all ages can participate in our reading program this summer. They also discuss the shelf life of YA fiction, the debate around #ownvoices, and time travel fiction based on physics? During The Last Chapter they discuss: what is a book that makes you think of summer?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org or reach out to us via social media using the hashtag #DownTimeCPL. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksBlack Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse
The Love Proof by Madeleine Henry
The Secret Diary of Hendrik Groen by Hendrik Groen
An Abundance of Katherines by John Green
The Anthropocene Reviewed by John Green
Kid Gloves by Lucy Knisley
Snapdragon by Kat Leyh
Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro
Listening for Lucca by Suzanne LeFleur
In the Time of the Butterflies by Julia Alvarez
AVGreat Pottery Throwdown (2015- )
Tenet (2020)
Bo Burnham: Inside (2021)
OtherSummer Reading 2021 at Cranston Public Library
Summer Reading Tracker (via Beanstack)
This week Tayla is joined by Zach and Dave from the Central Library to talk all about pets! They share their personal experience with pet ownership as well as some of their advice for new pet owners. They also discuss anthropomorphized animals in fiction, animation, and the uniqueness of everything related to Dune. During The Last Chapter they discuss: what book or series would you love to see turned into a movie or TV show and why?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksLost Dogs and Lonely Hearts by Lucy Dillon
I'm Thinking of Ending Things by Iain Reid
Manfried the Man by Caitlin Major & Kelly Bastow
Manfried Saves the Day by Caitlin Major & Kelly Bastow
Victories Greater Than Death by Charlie Jane Anders
Dune: the Graphic Novel. Book 1 adapted by Brian Herbert & Kevin J. Anderson; illustrated by Raúl Allén & Patricia Martín
The Fifth Season (Broken Earth #1) by N. K. Jemisin
Beautiful Ruins by Jess Walter
Saga by Brian K. Vaughan & Fiona Staples
AVDune (1984)
HouseBroken (2021- )
Web Therapy (2011-2015)
Bluey (2018- )
Tuca & Bertie (2018)
Tico & the Man (YouTube)
OtherPawswatch, RI
Rent the Chicken
Petfinder
Welcome to a special bonus episode of Down Time with Cranston Public Library! We couldn't resist sharing this heartfelt outtake from episode 59, just a snippet of post-recording conversation that we captured on tape. Be sure to check back in your feed to the full episode!
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This week Tayla is joined by Rashaa and Emma from West Warwick Public Library as well as drag performers Ninny Nothin and Randi Xtra Xtra to talk about Drag Storytime! They also discuss reading more than just books, ballroom culture, and quirky fiction. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is your favorite book to share at storytime?
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BooksPhoolan Devi: Rebel Queen by Claire Fauvel
Hidebound by A. Oliver Noel
My Princess Boy by Cheryl Kilodavis and Suzanne DeSimone
Mister Tiger Goes Wild by Peter Brown
Mustache Baby by Bridget Heos
Animalia by Graeme Base
AVLegendary (2020- )
Star Wars: The Bad Batch (2021- )
Schitt’s Creek (2015-2020)
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba (2019- )
Things Heard & Seen (2021)
Spirited Away (2001)
Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997-2003)
Psycho Goreman (2020)
Josie and the Pussycats (2001)
Uptown Girls (2003)
OtherLove Your Labels
Harris, V. J. (2007) In Praise of a Scholarly Force: Rudine Sims Bishop. Language Arts, 85(2), 153-159. https://library.ncte.org/journals/LA/issues/v85-2/6175.
Thundermist Health Center
PFlagg RI
Youth Pride
Randi Xtra Xtra (Instagram)
Ninny Nothin (Instagram)
Lady Spike Media
This week Tayla is joined by Kim from Central and Linda from the Western Cranston Garden Club to talk about all things gardening! They share their tips for new gardeners as well as some of their favorite parts of gardening. Will their advice help Tayla lose her black thumb? Only time will tell. They also discuss presidential biographies, graphic memoir, and Hamilton sing alongs. During The Last Chapter they discuss: would you rather not be able to read any new books OR not be able to reread any books ever again?
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BooksEssential Gardening Techniques compiled and edited by Barbara Haynes & Richard Bird
Chicken Soup For the Soul: Think Positive, Live Happy compiled by Amy Newmark & Deborah Norville
James Madison: A Life Reconsidered by Lynne V. Cheney
Mornings on Horseback by David McCullough
You Never Forget Your First by Alexis Coe
Relish: My Life in the Kitchen by Lucy Knisley
AVSchitt’s Creek (2015-2020)
Hamilton (2020)
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (2021)
Blue Bloods (2010- )
Shmanners (podcast)
OtherAmos House, Providence, RI
Providence Rescue Mission, Providence, RI
Rhode Island Federation of Garden Clubs
On the Line with Cranston Public Library
This week Tayla is joined by Tom from Bristol Bikes and Brian from Chapman Cycles to talk all things cycling! They share their tips for buying a good bike and keeping it in good condition. They also discuss popular fiction, only watching what your kids are watching, and the short form video trend. During The Last Chapter they discuss: where is your favorite place to ride your bike in RI?
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BooksThe Wright Brothers by David McCullough
Thunderstruck by Erik Larsen
On Trails by Robert Moor
Hilda and the Troll (Hildafolk #1) by Luke Pearson
The Princess in Black by Shannon Hale, Dean Hale, and LeUyen Pham
AVSchitt’s Creek (2015-2020)
Young Rock (2021- )
Twilight Zone (1959-1964)
Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955-1962)
The Incredibles (2004)
Nomadland (2020)
OtherBristol Bikes, Bristol, RI
Chapman Cycles, Pawtuxet Village, RI
Blackstone River Greenway
Prudence Island Cycling
Welcome to a special bonus episode of Down Time with Cranston Public Library! In this outtake from episode 56, Ana shares her unique approach to the Marvel Cinematic Universe films, and we discuss approaching pop culture as a reporter. Be sure to check back in your feed to the full episode!
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This week Tayla is joined by Martha from the Auburn branch and Ana González from The Public’s Radio to talk about her podcast, Mosaic. They also discuss murder mysteries, new Latinx made podcasts, and comedies that teach you something. During The Last Chapter they discuss: would you rather listen to an audiobook with a terrible reader but an amazing story OR listen to an audiobook with an amazing reader but a terrible story?
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BooksLittle Fishby Casey Plett
Crónica de Una Muerte Anunciada de Gabriel García Márquez
Wicked Things by John Allison and Max Sarin
Take Back the Block by Chrystal D. Giles
Astronauts: Women On the Final Frontier by Jim Ottaviani and Maris Wicks
Selena: Queen of Tejano Music by Silvia López and Paola Escobar
Sing with Me: The Story of Selena Quintanilla by Diana López and Teresa Martinez
AVAdam Sandler
Bob’s Burgers (2011- )
Suave (podcast)
Anything for Selena (podcast)
La Brega (podcast)
Derry Girls (2018- )
Tales From the Loop (2020- )
OtherMosaic - The Public’s Radio
This week Tayla is joined by two Rhode Island teachers, Maureen and Mike, in honor of Teacher Appreciation Week. They share with us their experience of teaching over the past year, both the joys and the challenges. They also discuss novels about Shakespeare, reality TV, and rewatching old favorites. During The Last Chapter, they talk about a teacher that they are thankful to have had in their lives. Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening! Books Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell The Story of a Goat by Perumal Murugan We That Are Young by Preti Taneja Speak, Okinawa by Elizabeth Miki Brina The House In the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave by Frederick Douglass Krapp's Last Tape and Other Dramatic Pieces by Samuel Beckett AV Survivor (2000- ) The Dawn Wall (2017) The Amazing Race (2001- ) Great British Baking Show (2010- ) Call My Agent! (2015-2020) The Flight Attendant (2020- ) Iliza Schlesinger Legally Blonde (2001) Other Books On the Square, Providence, RI Wilbury Theater Group
This week Tayla is joined by two more new career librarians, Kim and Jo, to continue our series highlighting up-and-comers in the library profession. They shared with us their journey into librarianship as well as their hopes for their future in the profession. They also discuss graphic medicine, comfort media, and Groundhog Day. During The Last Chapter, they share how they discover new books.
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BooksThe Cold Dish (Walt Longmire #1)by Craig Johnson
Borne by Jeff VanderMeer
Annihilation (Southern Reach #1) by Jeff VanderMeer
Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro
Autumn by Ali Smith
Super Late Bloomer by Julia Kaye
Digestive System: a Tour Through Your Guts by Jason Viola & Andy Ristaino
Meddling Kids by Edgar Cantero
AVCSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000-2015)
Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987-1994)
Good Omens (2019)
Star Trek: The Original Series (1966-1969)
Groundhog Day (1993)
Tacoma (video game)
TaleSpire
The Good Place (2016-2020)
Prey (video game)
LeVar Burton Reads (podcast)
OtherUMass Graphic Medicine collection
Graphic Medicine Conference
University of Rhode Island Library and Information Science
Books on the Square, Providence, RI
This week Tayla and Dave are joined by CPL director Ed Garcia and assistant director Julie Holden to celebrate one year of making Down Time! Our bosses give us their thoughts on our work on the show for the past year. Did we do well on our one year review? Listen to find out. They also discuss detective novels, DCEU vs MCU, and Down Time’s origin story. During The Last Chapter, they talk about what they would like to hear on the show going forward.
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BooksArsene Lupin: Gentleman-cambrioleur by Maurice Leblanc
Babylon 5: The Shadow Within by Jeanne Cavelos
Browse books by Louise Penny
Browse books by Daniel Silva
Browse books by Elin Hilderbrand
Count by Ibrahim Moustafa, Brad Simpson, & Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou
Count Crowley: Reluctant Midnight Monster Hunter by David Dastmalchian, Lukas Ketner, Lauren Affe, & Frank Cvetkovic
House of M by Brian Michael Bendis & Olivier Coipel
The Vision by Tom King, Gabriel Hernandez Walta, & Michael Walsh
Woman World by Aminder Dhaliwal
Calm the Fck Down* by Sarah Knight
AVLupin (2021- )
Babylon 5 (1993-1998)
WandaVision (2021)
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (2021)
Top Chef (2006- )
Tournament of Champions (2020- )
American Utopia (2020)
Point Break (1991)
Great American Railroad Journeys (2016- )
The Way of the Househusband (2021- )
OtherDown Time Episode 42: No Flying No Tights
CPL On the Line poetry - dial 401-900-1090
This week we have a special episode for you! Tayla spoke with members of the various youth book award committees in Rhode Island about these book awards and the winners for 2021. We also chatted with our guests about some of their personal favorite books that they read as part of their work on their committees.
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BooksAwesome Dog 5000by Justin Dean
Wildfire by Rodman Philbrick
Titan and the Wild Boarsby Susan Hood, Pathana Sornhiran, & Dow Phumiruk
The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read by Rita Lorraine Hubbard & Oge Mora
Becoming Muhammad Ali by James Patterson and Kwame Alexander
Love Like Sky by Leslie C. Youngblood
Alliesby Alan Gratz
Maybe He Just Likes You by Barbara Dee
New Kid by Jerry Craft
Once Upon an Eid edited by S.K. Ali and Aisha Saeed
Bloom by Kenneth Oppel
Selena: Queen of Tejano Music by Silvia López and Paola Escobar
They Called Us Enemy by George Takai, Justin Eisinger, Steven Scott, & Harmony Becker
Aurora Rising by Amie Kaufman & Jay Kristoff
The Cheerleaders by Kara Thomas
Bent Heavens by Daniel Kraus
Goddess In the Machine by Lora Beth Johnson
Go With the Flow by Lily Williams & Karen Schneemann
OtherRhode Island Children’s Book Award (RICBA)
Kids Reading Across Rhode Island (KRARI)
Rhode Island Latino Books Month (RILBM)
Rhode Island Middle School Book Award (RIMBSA)
Rhode Island Teen Book Award (RITBA)
Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services (OLIS)
This week Tayla is joined by Jen from the Warwick Public Library and Ryan from the East Providence Public Library to talk about Money Smart Week, which is April 10-17. They also discuss reading a light book and a heavier book at once, Korean films, and their favorite finance books. During The Last Chapter, they share the last book they bought.
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BooksNo Time Like the Future by Michael J. Fox
Don’t Call It a Cultby Sarah Berman
Interview With the Vampire by Anne Rice
How to Invest In Real Estate by Joshua Dorkin & Brandon Turner
Fangs by Sarah Andersen
They Called Us Enemy by George Takei, Justin Eisinger, Steven Scott, & Harmony Becker
Displacement by Kiku Hughes
The Road to Wealth by Suze Ormon
Napkin Finance by Tina Hay
The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey
Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki
Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir
Frankenstein by Mary Shelly
Adventure Zone 3: Petals to the Metal by Clint McElroy & Carey Pietsch
AVKingdom (2014-2017)
Hiking With Kevin (YouTube)
Parasite (2019)
Train to Busan (2016)
Teo-neol (2016)
Men In Kilts (2021- )
Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy (2021- )
Bring It On (2000)
Solar Opposites (2020- )
OtherManzanar National Historical Site, California
Financial Literacy Roundtable - RI Library Association
Money Smart Week April 10-17
Rhody Radio: Rhode Island Library Radio Online
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
This week Tayla and Zach chat with author and cartoonist Joel Christian Gill about his upcoming adaptation of Stamped from the Beginning. They also discuss Sci-fi audiobooks, WandaVison, and Joel’s experience talking to people with different political viewpoints about race. During The Last Chapter, they talk about books that they couldn’t finish.
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BooksStamped From the Beginning by Ibram X. Kendi
Agency by William Gibson
The Peripheral by William Gibson
Deaf Republicby Ilya Kaminsky
The Tradition by Jericho Brown
Tales of the Talented Tenth Vol. 3: Robert Smalls by Joel Christian Gill
Fights: One Boy’s Triumph Over Violence by Joel Christian Gill
How to Be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi
AVThe Affair (2014-2019)
WandaVision (2021)
The Falcon and the Winter Soldier (2021)
First Cow (2019)
Lucifer (2016- )
OtherJoel Christian Gill on Instagram and Twitter
Boston University Center for Antiracist Research
Join the Remix! 2021 Reading Across Rhode Island with Cranston Public Library
This week Tayla and Dave chat with school librarian Liza Halley and author Jonathan Todd about the Boston Kids Comic Fest. They also discuss youth fantasy novels, Dave’s backyard bird watching, and Jonathan’s upcoming graphic novel, Timid. During The Last Chapter, they talk about a book that they recommend to everyone.
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BooksJuliet Takes a Breath by Gabby Rivera
The Mermaid, the Witch, and the Sea by Maggie Tokuda-Hall
King-Cat Classix: The Best of King-Cat Comics and Stories by John Porcellino
Under the Cottonwood Tree by Paul Meyer and Carlos Meyer, Illustrated by Margaret Hardy
Lightfall by Tim Probert
Dieby Kieron Gillen, Stephanie Hans, and Clayton Cowles
Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas
One Drop: Shifting the Lens on Race by Yaba Blay
El Deafo by Cece Bell
Tamara Drewe by Posy Simmonds
Beautiful Ruins by Jess Walter
The Wind In the Willows by Kenneth Grahame
Fun Home by Alison Bechdel
AVUnlocking Us by Brené Brown (podcast)
ALA Graphic Novel and Comic Round Table Creator Interviews (YouTube)
Sylvie’s Love (2020)
Ten Percent Happier (app)
Bridgerton (2020- )
Audubon Bird Guide (app)
The Witcher (2019- )
OtherThe Million Year Picnic
Boston Kids Comics Fest
Rookie: How to Make a Zine
Hub Comics
Candlewick Press
Jonathan Todd, Children’s Author & Illustrator
This week Tayla is joined by Alyssa from the Central library and Kayland from the OneCranston Health Equity Zone to talk about their collaboration on a program around the Read Across RI title Stamped. They also discuss sci-fi romance, Star Wars books, and how confusing the ending of Snowpiercer was. During The Last Chapter, they talk about books that have changed their lives.
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BooksWinter’s Orbit by Everina Maxwell
Plain Bad Heroines by Emily M. Danforth
Into the Dark by Claudia Gray
Lost Stars by Claudia Gray
I Know This Much is True by Wally Lamb
Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You by Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi
Hood Feminism by Mikki Kendall
Evicted by Matthew Desmond
Star-Crossed by Barbara Dee
A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini
AVThe Runaways (2017-2019)
This Much I Know Is True (2020)
Judas and the Black Messiah (2021)
Snowpiercer (2013)
OtherOneCranston Health Equity Zone
Boston Federal Reserve Working Cities Challenge
Read Across Rhode Island from RI Center for the Book
Cranston Public Library’s 2021 Read Across Rhode Island programming
This week Tayla is joined by two long time bird watchers Lauren Parmelee and Lauren Miller-Donnelly to talk about birdwatching. They discuss books for people who love birds, public television, and ways people can meet other birders in Southern New England. During The Last Chapter, they answer the question: what genre do you wish you read more of?
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BooksOutlawed by Anna North
Herland by Charlotte Perkins Gilman
Self-Portrait With Turtlesby David M. Carroll
Swampwalker’s Journal: a Wetlands Year by David M. Carroll
The Sibley Field Guide to Birds of Eastern North America by David Allen Sibley
National Geographic Field Guide to the Birds of North America edited by Jon L. Dunn and Jonathan Alderfer
Kingbird Highway by Kenn Kaufman
The Big Year by Mark Obmascik
Living on the Wind by Scott Weidensaul
The Eye of the Albatross by Carl Safina
Migrations by Charlotte McConaghy
AVMa Rainey’s Black Bottom (2020)
Tiffany Haddish Presents: They Ready (2019- )
Acorn TV
Antiques Roadshow (1979- )
Weekends With Yankee (2017- )
Lidia’s Kitchen (2013- )
Allen Birdcam South Africa
Northern Royal Albatross Cam New Zealand
Red-tailed Hawks at Cornell University in Ithaca, NY
Audubon Raven Cam in Bristol, RI
Breakfast With the Beatles
The Big Year (2011)
OtherAll About Birds from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology
eBird
Paskamansett Bird Club
Audubon Society of Rhode Island
The Nature Conservancy in Rhode Island
This week Tayla is joined by Dave and Elise from the William Hall Library to talk about CPL programming for Will Eisner Week. They also talk about balancing heavy and light reading, eating local, and busting myths about corsets. During The Last Chapter, they discuss what major change they would want to see in mainstream literature.
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BooksStamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You by Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi
Stamped From the Beginning by Ibram X. Kendi
Heartstopper by Alice Osemon
Guards! Guards! by Terry Pratchett
Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse
I Was Their American Dream by Malaka Gharib
Dropsie Avenue by Will Eisner
LaGuardia by Nnedi Okorafor and Tana Ford
Superman Smashes the Klan by Gene Luen Yang and Gurihiru
The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay by Michael Chabon
AVProvidence Children’s Film Festival
First We Eat (2020)
The Great Pottery Throw Down (2015- )
The Victorian House of Arts and Crafts (2019)
Abby Cox on YouTube
The Adventures of Superman: Clan of the Fiery Cross (1946)
OtherFarm Fresh RI
CPL’s Will Eisner Week 2021 Celebrations
This week Tayla is joined by Zach from Central and historians Sandra Moyer and Marty Podskoch to talk about Rhode Island history. They discuss Sandra’s work with the Cranston Historical Society and Marty’s book about the Rhode Island Civilian Conservation Corps. They also discuss reading historical fiction, Mr. Rogers, and adventure shows. During The Last Chapter, they answer the question: how do you organize your bookshelves at home?
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BooksThe Law of Innocenceby Michael Connelly
The Last Trial by Scott Turow
The Searcher by Tana French
Moonflower Murders by Anthony Horowitz
The Book Woman Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson
The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes
Sierra Club BulletinTrial By Fire by Scott James
Child Brideby Jennifer Smith Turner
My Side of the Mountain by Jean George
Cranston by Lydia L. Rapoza and Bette Miller
Cranston Revisited by Sandra M. Moyer and Thomas A. Worthington
Cranston Through Time by Sandra M. Moyer and Janet Cullen Ragno
Rhode Island Civilian Conservation Corps Camps by Martin Podskoch
AVAll Creatures Great and Small (2020- )
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (2019)
Gold Rush (2010- )
Oak Island (2020- )
OtherSat Apr 17 @ 3 PM: Scott James, author of Trial by Fire, in conversation with Pamela Watts
Cranston Historical Society
Martin Podskoch
This week Tayla is joined by Shaun (big_daddy_cosplay) and Liz (cosbrarian) to talk about cosplay and how their relationship with the hobby has changed during quarantine. They also talked about recent comics from Marvel and DC, Wandavision, and novels in verse. During The Last Chapter, they answer the question: Would you rather have a book’s ending spoiled for you OR never know the ending?
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BooksIron Man (2020) by Christopher Cantwell and C Cafu
DC Future State
Beauty Mark by Carole Boston Weatherford
The Best at It by Maulik Pancholy
Twins by Varian Johnson and Shannon Wright
Snapdragon by Kat Leyh
Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo
Sick Kids In Loveby Hannah Moskowitz
Superman Smashes the Klan by Gene Luen Yang and Gurihiru
Sweet Dreams, Supergirl by Michael Dahl and Omar Lozano
AVCobra Kai (2018- )
WandaVision (2021- )
The Good Place (2016-2020)
Ted Lasso (2020- )
Third Citizen Theatre Company
American Gods (2017-)
Good Omens (2019)
My Hero Academia (2016- )
Naruto (2002-2007)
GLOW (2017-2019)
OtherOperation: Birthday Rescue
Invisible Heroes of Tomorrow
Philly Avengers Instagram Facebook
This week Tayla is joined by Robin from William Hall and Michael Delaney, Director of Photography at the Providence Journal and author of Rhode Island Memories,to talk about his books and the work that he has done while at the ProJo. During The Last Chapter, they answer the question: are you the kind of person who reads several books at once or the kind of person who can only read one book at a time?
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BooksChurchill: Walking With Destiny by Anthony Roberts
Endurance: a Year In Space, a Lifetime of Discovery by Scott Kelly with Margaret Lazarus
Infinite Wonder by Scott Kelly
Endurance: Shackleton’s Incredible Voyage by Alfred Lansing
World of Wonders by Aimee Nezhukumatathil
Rhode Island Memories: The Early Years by the Providence Journal
Rhode Island Memories Vol II: The 1940s & 1950s by the Providence Journal
Rhode Island Memories Vol III: The 1960s through the 1990sby the Providence Journal
AVJim Gaffigan
All Creatures Great and Small (2020- )
Soul (2020)
Star Wars: Rebels (2014-2018)
OtherWookieepedia: The Star Wars Wiki
Providence Journal Newsletters
This week Tayla is joined by Robin, Renata, and Martha from No Flying No Tights to talk about how their comic review site came to be! They also talk about reading dark titles in dark times, the CW, and how to be a better comics and graphic novel reader. During The Last Chapter, they discuss the types of comics/graphic novels they enjoy reading the most and why?
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BooksElatsoe by Darcie Little Badger
Concrete Rose by Angie Thomas
Winterkeep by Kristin Cashore
Komi Can’t Communicate by Tomohito Oda
Restaurant to Another World by Junpei Inuzuka and Takaaki Kugatsu
InvestiGators: Take the Plunge by John Patrick Green
Red Hood by Elana K. Arnold
Grown by Tiffany D. Jackson
The Girls I’ve Been by Tess Sharpe
Boyfriend Material by Alexis Hall
Fighting Words by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley
Understanding Manga and Anime by Robin Brenner
Understanding Comics by Scott McCloud
Dragon Hoops by Gene Luen Yang
AVThe Magnus Archives Episode 5: Thrown Away (podcast)
The Witcher (2019- )
Trickster (2020- )
Teen Wolf (2011-2017)
The Vampire Diaries (2009-2017)
Riverdale (2017- )
Jeopardy (1984- )
QI (2003- )
Whose Line Is It Anyway? (1998-2007)
Whose Line Is It Anyway? (2013- )
OtherIn Praise of a Scholarly Force: Rudine Sims Bishop (Windows, Mirrors, and Sliding Doors)
noflyingnotights.com
This week Tayla is joined by Emily and Amy from Reading Across Rhode Island (RARI) to talk about their pick for 2021. They also talk about redlining, books and shows about librarians, and books that inspire people to take action in their communities. During The Last Chapter, they answer the question: What author alive or dead would they most like to meet?
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BooksColor of Law by Richard Rothstein
Children of Blood and Bone by Tomi Adeyemi
Solutions and Other Problemsby Allie Brosh
If I Never Met You by Mhairi McFarlane
Upright Women Wanted by Sarah Gailey
Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson
Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You by Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi
Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett
Riot Baby by Tochi Onyebuchi
Pet by Akwaeke Emezi
Dumplin’ by Julie Murphy
AVThe West Wing (1999-2006)
The Thick of It (2005-2012)
Please Like Me (2013-2016)
The Librarians (2013-2018)
Family Matters (1989-1998)
Doogie Howser, M.D. (1989-1993)
The Great British Baking Show (2010- )
OtherJust Between Us podcast with Richard Rothstein
Nadia Bolz-Weber
Funda FestTue 1/26 @ 6:30PM - 2021 RARI Kick-Off Event
Tue 2/2, 9. & 23 @ 7PM - STAMPED: Educators and Communities Series
Wed 2/10 @ 6PM - Tochi Onyebuchi in conversation with Jonathan Pitts-Wiley
Thu 4/8 Jason Reynolds RARI Author Event
Contact Amy Vanderweele at avanderweele@provcomlib.org
This week Tayla is joined by Martha from the Auburn branch and Rachel Brian, author of Consent (for Kids!): Boundaries, Respect, and Being in Charge of YOU! to talk about her book and why it’s important to teach younger kids about consent. During The Last Chapter, they answer the question: would you rather bring any one character from a book into our world OR live in a book’s world but never meet your favorite character?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksEloquent Rage by Brittany Cooper
The Water Dancer by Ta-Nehisi Coates
Solutions and Other Problems by Allie Brosh
Consent (For Kids!) by Rachel Brian
The Worry (Less) Book by Rachel Brian
Dealing with Dragons by Patricia Wrede
My Side of the Mountain by Jean George
Uglies by Scott Westerfield
The Belles by Dhonielle Clayton
AVTaskmaster (2015- )
Princess Mononoke (1997)
The Umbrella Academy (2019- )
Fast Color (2018)
The Librarians (2013-2018)
Consent for Kids (video)
Other“The Myth of American Innocence” by Brent Staples
Clearing the Clutter with Ronni Eisenberg - Tue Feb 2 | 6:30 PM
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Rachel Brian, Author and Animator
Blue Seat Studios
This week Tayla is joined by Zach, Robin, and Martha, the members of Down Time’s new Creative Team! During the episode they discuss: finally having time to read the advance readers' copies that had been sent to them, TV and movies you can’t look away from (because they're so good) and what it means to be on the creative team for the show. During The Last Chapter, they discuss unique jobs that they had before they became librarians.
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksBlack Buck by Mateo Askaripour
The Paris Library by Janet Skeslien Charles
A High Five for Glenn Burke by Phil Bildner
The Other Side of the Sky by Amie Kaufman and Meagan Spooner
A Darker Shade of Magic by V. E. Schwab
AVIp Man (2008)
Soul (2020)
The Mandalorian (2019- )
Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian (2020- )
The Forty-Year-Old Version (2020)
Bridgerton (2020- )
EventsIn Conversation with Janet Skeslien Charles, Author of The Paris Library - Fri Feb 12 | 7:00 PM
Cranston Public Library Visiting Author Series
Virtual Dance Parties - Saturdays Jan 23, Feb 20, Mar 20 | 2:30 PM
Clearing the Clutter with Ronni Eisenberg - Tue Feb 2 | 6:30 PM
Down Time is taking some down time for the holidays! We hope you enjoy this episode of Rhody Radio, our sister podcast produced by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services. For more Rhody Radio, search for the show in your podcast app or visit rhodyradio.org.
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Looking for a little positivity to take from 2020? Sarah Bouvier, Communication Manager at the Cranston Public Library, has you covered with the CPL Photoessay, pairing portraits of Cranston community members with something positive that came out of 2020 for them. In this interview, Sarah gives a behind-the-scenes look at the project. You'll also hear the voices of community members sharing their best parts of the past year.
You can see the full CPL 2020 Project on Cranston Public Library's Facebook, Instagram, or by visiting our website at https://cranstonlibrary.org/2020-project.
Special thanks to Avery B, Avery N, Beatrice, Dave, Ed, Jessica, Meri, Robin, and Cranston Mayor Allan Fung for lending their voices to this episode! Theme music for this episode is Get Happy Now by Podington Bear. Rhody Radio is a project of the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is made possible by a grant from the Rhode Island Council for the Humanities.
This episode originally aired on Rhody Radio on Tuesday, December 29, 2020.
Down Time is taking some down time for the holidays! We hope you enjoy this episode of Rhody Radio, our sister podcast produced by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services. For more Rhody Radio, search for the show in your podcast app or visit rhodyradio.org.
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To celebrate its 50th anniversary, Save the Bay has published a book! Saving Narragansett Bay: How People Passion and Perseverance Made All the Difference chronicles the history of the environmental movement in Rhode Island along with beautiful photographs and shares the stories of the many passionate people who worked tirelessly to protect Rhode Island's greatest natural resource. Jonathan Stone, Executive Director at Save the Bay and Todd McLeish, the author of the book, sat down with Rhody Radio to discuss Saving Narragansett Bay and the way that grassroots environmental support has been, and continues to be, pivotal in shaping Rhode Island's coastline.
Visit Save the Bay to learn more about getting involved, to become a member and to access educational resources like the Breakfast by the Bay series mentioned in the episode.
If you would like to get your hands on a copy of Saving Narragansett Bay: How People, Passion and Perseverance Made All the Difference, you can purchase the book at Save the Bay's website or borrow a copy from one of several RI libraries. Special thanks to Katy Dorchies, Director of Marketing at Save the Bay for helping libraries get copies of the book onto their shelves.
The music heard in this episode is Waves by Mindseye.
This episode originally aired on Rhody Radio on Tuesday, December 1, 2020.
This week Tayla is joined by Robin from William Hall and special guest Kristen Meinzer. Kristen is host of the podcast By the Book, and she joins the show this week to talk about New Year’s resolutions and self help books. In this episode they discuss The Crown and the royal family, why diet books are awful, and some feel-good self help books. During The Last Chapter, they discuss what books they would like to see as a movie or TV show.
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksSo You Want to Start a Podcast by Kristen Meinzer
Greenlights by Matthew McConoughey
Inside Out by Demi Moore
The Meaning of Mariah Carey by Mariah Carey
Pachinko by Min Jin Lee
Dragon Hoops by Gene Luen Yang
The Flight Attendantby Chris Bohjalian
Finding Freedom by Omid Scobie and Carolyn Durand
Lady Clementine by Marie Benedict
The Uglies by Scott Westerfield
AVThe Crown (2016- )
The Flight Attendant (2020)
Big Mouth (2017- )
Self Help BooksHow to Be Fine by Jolenta Greenberg and Kristen Meinzer
The Happiness Project by Gretchen Rubin
Year of Yes by Shonda Rhimes
The Craving Mind by Judson Brewer
This is Where You Belong by Melody Warnick
Don’t Bite the Hook by Pema Chödrön
MyLife Meditation available on Apple Store and Google Play
Why Good Things Happen to Good People by Stephen Post and Jill Neimark
What to Say When You Talk to Your Self by Shad Helmstetter
This week Tayla is joined by Beth Lamarre from National Alliance on Mental Illness RI and Laurie-Marie Pisciotta from the Mental Health Association of RI to discuss mental health during the pandemic and beyond. They talk about books about working through trauma and seeking treatment, comedy specials about mental health, and how to start getting the help you need. During The Last Chapter, they answer the question: would you rather not be able to read any new books OR not be able to reread any books ever again?
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksWaiting for an Echo by Christine Montross
Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo
Healing from Trauma by Jasmin Lee Cori
I am Not Sick, I Don’t Need Help!by Xavier Amador
AVMurder on Middle Beach (2020)
Gary Gulman: The Great Depresh (2019)
The Undoing (2020)
OtherBH Link -RI Mental Health and Substance Use Crisis Hotline: 401-414-5465 (18+)
Mental Health Association of Rhode Island
National Alliance on Mental Illness Rhode Island: 401-331-3060
RI Health Insurance Helpline: 401-270-0101
NAMI HelpLine: 1-800-950-6264 or text NAMI to 741-741
This week Tayla is joined by Amber from West Warwick Public Library, Rene, and Christian to discuss all things tabletop roleplaying games. They give you great advice on how to get into the hobby and how to take your game online so you can play with your friends safely. During The Last Chapter, we revisit the ebook vs print book debut with a tabletop twist.
Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksEye of the World by Robert Jordan
Well of Ascension by Brandon Sanderson
Dune by Frank Herbert
Flintlock and Tomahawk by Douglas Edward Leach
Browse philosophy basics in the catalog
Frank Herbert’s Dune adapted by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson, illustrated by Raúl Allén and Patricia Martín
Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir
Harrow the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir
Browse Dungeons and Dragons 5E in the catalog
AVThe Mandalorian (2019- )
Supernatural (2005-2020)
Dimension 20 (2018- )
The Glass Cannon Network
Critical Role
Dracula (2020)
Resolution (2012)
The Endless (2017)
Black Mountain Side (2014)
Stranger Things (2016- )
American Horror Story (2011- )
Westworld (2016- )
Game of Thrones (2011-2019)
OtherRole20
Foundry Virtual Tabletop
Fantasy Grounds
Astral Tabletop
D&D Beyond
Avrae - d&d discord bot
DriveThruRPG.com
Archives of Nethys
This week Tayla is joined by Melanie from the Central Library and library director Ed Garcia to chat about all things science fiction. They discuss their favorite sci-fi books and other media, as well as dive into the reasons they love the genre. During The Last Chapter, they discuss the question that has been long debated among sci-fi fans: Star Wars or Star Trek?
If you like what you're hearing, please rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice. If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksConstant Rabbit by Jasper Fforde
El Norte by Carrie Gibson
Black Wings Has My Angel by Elliot Chaze
Simulacron-3 by Daniel F. Galouye
Neuromancer by William Gibson
First Fifteen Lives of Harry August by Claire North
Slaughterhouse-Five by Kurt Vonnegut
Breakfast of Champions by Kurt Vonnegut
Old Man’s War by John Scalzi
Redshirts by John Scalzi
A Case of Conscience by James Blish
Book of Strange New Things by Michel Faber
The Sparrow by Mary Doria Russell
Ender’s Game by Orson Scott Card
Feed by M. T. Anderson
AVMass Effect (games)
Avatar (2009)
Space: 1999 (1975-1977)
Thundarr the Barbarian (1980-1981)
Star Trek: Lower Decks (2020- )
The Expanse (2015- )
Doctor Who (2005- )
Broadchurch (2013-2017)
Pluto TV
Battlestar Galactica (2004-2009)
Star Trek: Picard (2020- )
This week Tayla is joined by Alyssa and Katherine from the Central Library, to discuss Jane Austen, the bygone era when Netflix sent DVDs in the mail, and things that make them feel cozy. During The Last Chapter, they discuss the age old question: should you judge a book by its cover?
If you like what you're hearing, please rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice. If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksPunching the Air by Ibi Zoboi with Yusef Salaam; illustrations by Omar T. Pasha
Persuasion by Jane Austen
Star Wars: Ahsoka by E. K. Johnston
A Cozy Book of Winter Drinksby Susann Geiskopf-Hadler
Understanding Orchids by William Cullina
Living with Air Plants by Yoshiharu Kashima
MoviesEmma (2020)
Becoming Jane (2007)
Emma (1996)
Emma (1996 TV Movie)
Mansfield Park (1999)
Lost in Austen (2008)
Kate and Leopold (2001)
Kiki’s Delivery Service (1989)
Spirited Away (2001)
The Office (2005-2013)
Supernatural (2005-2020)
The Haunting of Bly Manor (2020)
Star Wars: Clone Wars (2008-2020)
The Mandalorian (2019- )
This week Tayla is joined by Dave from the Central Library and Robin from the William Hall Library. In this episode, they discuss their favorite podcasts - a podcast podcast, if you will! They also chat about their current pleasure reading, and finishing and revisiting their favorite shows. During The Last Chapter, they discuss a book everyone seemed to love that they just couldn’t get into.
If you like what you're hearing, please rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice. If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksThe Moment of Lift by Melinda Gates
Meet Kit, an American Girl by Valerie Tripp
Upright Women Wanted by Sarah Gailey
The Murderbot Diaries by Martha Wells
So You Want to Start a Podcast by Kristen Meinzer
The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo
Geek Love by Katherine Dunn
AVSomebody Feed Phil (2018- )
Nadiya’s Time to Eat (2019- ) -- She also has a book!
Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. (2013-2020)
Daredevil (2015-2018)
Lost (2004-2010)
Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987-1994)
Battlestar Galactica (2004-2009)
Firefly (2002-2003)
OtherWTF with Marc Maron*
Fresh Air with Terry Gross
The Memory Palace with Nate DiMeo
A Brief Eulogy for a Commercial Radio Station
Overcast podcast app
My Brother, My Brother & Me*
Just Between Us*
Our Opinions Are Correct*
The Bike Karma Podcast
By the Book*
- Podcasts with mature language or themes
This week Tayla is joined by two aspiring librarians, Laura and David. In this episode, they discuss reading to increase one's racial understanding, DNA testing, and why they entered the library field. During The Last Chapter, they discuss their favorite reading locations.
If you like what you're hearing, please rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice. If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksHow To Be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi
So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo
White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo
No Visible Bruises by Rachel Louise Snyder
Thrawn Ascendancy: Chaos Rising by Timothy Zahn
Queen’s Shadow by E. K. Johnston
Star Wars: Lost Stars by Claudia Gray
You Should See Me In a Crown by Leah Johnson
The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas
Browse books by Andrea Nguyen in the library catalog
Down Time Episode 20: Cookin’ Up Something Good
AVQueen’s Gambit (2020)
I’ll Be Gone In the Dark (2020)
Rick and Morty (2013- )
The Mandalorian (2019- )
Star Wars: Resistance (2018-2020)
Letterkenny (2016- )
Never Have I Ever (2020- )
The Baby-Sitters Club (2020- )
Atypical (2017- )
Weekend Update: Baby Yoda on Season 2 of The Mandalorian - SNL
OtherURI Graduate School of Library and Information Studies
Tomaquag Museum
This week Tayla is joined by Jodie Noel Vinson, Program Manager at What Cheer Writers Club; Kellie Knight, regional liaison for Rhody Wrimos; and Ari Koontz, an editor at Wizards in Space Literary Magazine. In this episode, they discuss reading as a writer, ways they have been connecting remotely, and their experiences with National Novel Writing Month. During The Last Chapter, we discuss how they do most of their writing, on a computer or by hand.
If you like what you're hearing, please rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice. If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books:The Undying by Anne Boyer
Waiting For an Echoby Christine Montross
For the Best by Vanessa Lillie
Spillover by David Quammen
Rory Gilmore Reading Challenge
Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert
Moby Dick by Herman Melville
Rosemary’s Babyby Ira Levin
From the Desk of Zoe Washingtonby Janae Marks
The First Rule of Punk by Celia Pérez
AV:Gilmore Girls (2000-2007)
West Wing (1999-2006)
Great British Baking Show (2010- )
The Office (2005-2013)
Derry Girls (2018- )
Parks and Recreation (2009-2020)
The 100 (2014-2020)
New Girl (2011-2018)
The Way We Live Now (2001)
Teleparty
Among Us (game)
Jackbox Party Games
Other:
What Cheer Writers Club
Rhody Wrimos on Facebook
Wizards in Space Magazine
This week Tayla is joined by Kelly from the Rochambeau Library and Elise from the William Hall Branch. In this episode, they discuss all things horror and Halloween, including spooky books, their favorite horror films, and haunted houses. During The Last Chapter, Tayla asks our guests to choose: trick or treat.
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If you like what you're hearing, please rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice. If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books:Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark collected by Alvin Schwartz
Lobizona by Romina Garber
Thornhill by Pam Smy
The Sacrifice Box by Martin Stewart
Browse Paul Tremblay books in the Library catalog
Through the Woods by Emily Carroll
AV:Mad Love (1935)
The Uninvited (1944)
The Wicker Man (1973)
The Witch (2016)
Betrayal at House on the Hill (game)
Mysterium (game)
Kill Doctor Lucky (game)
Soma (game)
Home Sweet Home (game)
Kholat (game)
Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice (game)
The Evil Dead (1981)
Being Human (2008-2013)
What We Do In the Shadows (movie, 2014)
What We Do In the Shadows (series, 2019 - )
This week Tayla is joined by Rachael from Bryant University Library and CPL’s Assistant Director Julie Holden. In this episode, they discuss Amish fiction, popular movies that we’ve never seen, how academic libraries are dealing with the pandemic, and the work being done by the Rhode Island Library Association. During The Last Chapter, they discuss what makes a good bookmark and what makes a bad bookmark.
If you like what you're hearing, please rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice. If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books:Dear Data by Giorgia Lupi and Stefanie Posavec
Browse Inspector Gamache books in the Library catalog
Fire in Paradise by Alastair Gee and Dani Anguiano
Bloom by Kevin Panetta and Savanna Ganucheau
Browse Amish fiction in the Library catalog
Jerry S. Eicher novels
Suzanne Woods Fisher novels
AV:Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (2014 - )
The West Wing Reunion Special on HBO Max
This is Us (2016 - )
Black Panther (2018)
Avatar: The Last Airbender (2005-2008)
Inside Out (2015)
Moana (2016)
The Godfather trilogy
Blade Runner (1982)
Uninvited (1987)
Other:Douglas and Judith Krupp Library at Bryant University
Rhode Island Library Association
Bookmark Alignment Chart
This week Tayla is joined by Maria from the Pawtucket Public Library and Emily from Central. In this episode, they discuss the joys of picture book biographies, listening to music with your kids, and the RI Latino Books Month Awards. During The Last Chapter, they discuss series versus one-off novels.
If you like what you're hearing, please rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice. If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books:Queen of Tejano Music:Selena by Silvia Lopez and illustrated by Paola Escobar
Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
A Winter's Promise by Christelle Dabos and Hildegarde Serle
Harley Quinn: Breaking Glass by Mariko Tamaki and art by Steve Pugh
Wonder Woman:Tempest Tossed by Laurie Halse Anderson and art by Leila del Duca
Already a Butterfly: A Meditation Story by Julia Alvarez and illustrated by Raúl Colón
A/V:Fleet Foxes (band)
The Moana Soundtrack
Remember Me (from the movie Coco)
Mr. Robot (2015-2019)
Wall-E (2008)
Other:RI Latino Books Month
This week Tayla is joined by Martha and Erik from the Auburn Branch Library. In this episode, they discuss all things anime and manga! We discuss some of our favorite manga and anime as well as some great titles to check out if you're just starting to get into Japanese media. During The Last Chapter, we discuss which we prefer, subs or dubs.
If you like what you're hearing, please rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice. If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Manga:Komi Can't Communicate by Tomohito Oda
My Hero Academia by Kohei Horikoshi
The Girl from the Other Side by Nagabe
Laid Back Camp by Afro
Pokémon by Various Authors
Dragon Ball Z by Akira Toriyama
Anime:Sailor Moon (1995-2000)
Sailor Moon Crystal (2014- )
My Hero Academia (2016- )
Haikyuu!! (2014-2020)
Soul Eater (2008-2009)
Ouran HighSchool Host Club (2006)
Fairy Tail (2009-2019)
Cowboy Bebop (1998-1999)
Inuyasha (2000-2004)
Dragon Ball Z (1996-2003)
Hunter x Hunter (2011-2014)
Death Note (2006-2007)
Psycho-Pass (2012- )
5 Centimeters Per Second (2007)
Other:No Flying No Tights
This week Tayla is joined by Alyssa Gleason from the Governor’s Commission on Disabilities, Catherine Taylor from Age Friendly RI, and Tammy Russo from the RI Parent Information Network to talk about the 30th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. In this episode, they discuss books to help people learn more about disability, old TV becoming new again, and why the ADA is so important to people living with disabilities and what we can do to further improve the lives of disabled people.
We ran out of time to do The Last Chapter this episode, but we thought it was important to give as much time as possible to our guest to talk about this very important topic. The Last Chapter will return next week! If you would like to submit a Last Chapter topic email downtime@cranstonlibrary.org.
If you like what you're hearing, please rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice. If you’d like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books:
The Overstory by Richard Powers
Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat by Samin Nosrat
The Forever Summer by Jamie Brenner
Born on a Blue Day by Daniel Tammet
Is This My Child? Sensory Integration Simplified by Shelley Margow
Another Season: A Coach's Story of Raising an Exceptional Son by Gene Stalling
Far From the Tree by Andrew Solomon
Welcome to Holland by Emily Perl Kingsley
Thicker Than Water by Don Meyer
AV:
This is Us (2016- )
Parks and Recreation (2009-2020)
Cobra Kai (2018- )
Friends (1994-2004)
Antiques Roadshow (1997- )
Nailed It (2018- )
Other:
ada.gov
gcd.ri.gov
agefriendlyri.org
ripin.org
This week Tayla is joined by Elise, youth services librarian at the William Hall Library, and Kelly, Teen Librarian at the Rochambeau Library in Providence. In this episode, they discuss Beowulf, Asian Dramas, and their intense passion for fanfiction. In our final segment they discuss which is better: fluffy stories or angsty stories.
If you like what you're hearing, please rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice. If you’d like to submit a topic for the last chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books:The Old Guard by Greg Rucka
Darius the Great Deserves Better by Adib Khorram
Beowulf translated by Seamus Heaney
Beowulftranslated by Maria Dahvana Headley
AV:Beowulf (2007)
Hwarang: The Poet Warrior Youth (2016-2017)
My Shy Boss / Introverted Boss (2017)
My Roommate is a Detective (2020)
The Sleuth of the Ming Dynasty (2020)
The King: Eternal Monarch (2020)
The Untamed (2019)
Trick ‘r Treat (2007)
The Witch (2015)
Amnesia the Dark Descent (2010 video games)
Haunting on Hill House (2018)
Prey (2017 video game)
The Birdcage (1996)
The Whole Nine Yards (2000)
La Cage aux Folles (musical)
Other:Archive of Our Own (Ao3) - a nonprofit fanfiction archive
This week Tayla is joined by Robin, the branch librarian at the William Hall Library, and Kristin, a librarian from Rogers Free Library in Bristol. In this episode, they discuss book clubs, old game shows, journaling, photography, crafting, and spending time outside. In our final segment we take on a hot debate among book lovers: ebooks versus print books.
If you like what you're hearing, please rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice. If you’d like to submit a topic for the last chapter you can send your topic suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksWashington Black by Esi Edugyan
#Createby Danielle LeFebvre
Spellhacker by M.K. England
Eat a Peach by David Chang
Playing with Books: the Art of Upcycling, Deconstructing, and Reimagining the Book by Jason Thompson
The Happiness Project by Gretchen Rubin
The Lions of Fifth Avenue by Fiona Davis
AVThe Dave Chang Show Podcast
Match Game (1970-1990)
Google Art and Culture on YouTube
Taylor Tomlinson: Quarter-Life Crisis (2020)
Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019)
The Baby-Sitters Club (2020)
Salt Fat Acid Heat (2018)
Down to Earth with Zac Efron (2020)
OtherThe Bullet Journal Method: Track the Past, Order the Present, Design the Future by Ryder Carroll
ore on one sentence a day journaling
Goodreads and NoveList
Kristin’s Blog and Instagram
This week Tayla is joined by Cassie and Mya from Diversity Talks to talk about anti-racism. In this episode, they discuss great books to educate yourself about issues around race, empathetic kid’s TV shows, and YouTube as an educational resource. They finish the show with a discussion of what’s better, the book or the movie.
If you like what you're hearing, please rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksBorn a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood by Trevor Noah
White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo
Stamped--Racism, Antiracism, and You by Jason Reynolds
So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo
AVOrange Is The New Black (2013-2019)
Avatar the Last Airbender (2005-2008)
Legends of Korra (2012-2014)
Emmymadeinjapan on YouTube
Lilsimsie on YouTube
Hidden Figures (2016)
You can find out more about Diversity Talk at diversitytalkspd.com
This week Tayla is joined by Corrie, Technology Coordinator for CPL, and Karen, the branch librarian at the Auburn Branch. In this episode, they discuss reading children’s non-fiction, live streamed concerts, and their favorite cookbooks. They round out the show with a discussion of where the best place to find recipes is, in cookbooks or online.
If you like what you're hearing, please rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books500 Miles from You by Jenny Colgan
Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend by Jenny Colgan
Fck Your Diet And Other Things My Thighs Tell Me* by Chloé Hilliard
The Thrilling Adventures of Lovelace and Babbage by Sydney Padua
Meditation for Kids : How to Clear Your Head and Calm Your Mind by Johanne Bernard and Laurent Dupeyrat
Puppies, Dogs, and Blue Northers : Reflections on Being Raised by a Pack of Sled Dogs by Gary Paulsen
Woodsong by Gary Paulsen
Lost Stars by Claudia Gray
AVNew Girl (2011-2018)
Perry Mason (2020- )
Jay Ungar and Molly Mason
Blake Miller and Amelia Biere
Rhythm and Roots Festival
Folk on Foot podcast
The Avett Brothers
CookbooksModern Potluck: Beautiful Food to Share by Kristin Donnelly
Jackie's Collection: Cajun cooking from Mo Mo to Mama by Jackie Reed Miller
Joy of Cooking by Irma Rombauer
What Good Cooks Know by America's Test Kitchen
Family Fun Cookbook by Deanna F. Cook
The Vegetable Dishes I Can't Live Without by Mollie Katzen
This week Tayla is joined by Ed Garcia, the director of the Cranston Public Library, and Julius C. Jefferson, Jr., Current President of the American Library Association. In this episode, they discuss reading about history through the lens of our current era, their personal theme songs, Julius’s Holding Space Virtual Tour, and why they love sci-fi.
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BooksBlack Rage by William H. Grier and Price M. Cobbs
Larceny at the Library by Colleen Shogan
Slave in a Box: the Strange Career of Aunt Jemima by M.M. Manring
The Norman conquest: the Battle of Hastings and the Fall of Anglo-Saxon England by Marc Morris
Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You by Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi
Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel Wilkerson
AVThe Lost Quintet by Miles Davis (Live)
Curtis Mayfield and the Impressions
Buck Owens
Quincy Jones
The Maestro by The Beastie Boys
Super Star Billy Graham Theme
My Shot from Hamilton: the Musical
Walk On By by Isaac Hayes with the Bar-Kays
American Soul (2019- )
Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool (2020)
Hamilton (2020)
Orange is the New Black (2013-2019)
OtherBlack Lives Matter: Leading in Tumultuous Times by Julius C. Jefferson, Jr.
Holding Space Virtual Tour and the video playlist
More on the Library Stabilization Fund Act
In this bonus outtake from Episode 18, Rebecca and Alyssa offer their professional and personal opinions about E. L. James's 50 Shades of Grey series. Enjoy!
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This week Tayla is joined by Alyssa, teen librarian at the Central Branch of CPL and Rebecca, the teen librarian at Tiverton Public Library. This episode we're celebrating Read a Romance Novel Month, as our guests discuss everything romance novels, from why they love them to what’s worth reading. They also discuss reality TV and the merits of new book smell.
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BooksCamp by L. C. Rosen
Openly Straight by Bill Konigsberg
The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune
That Second Chance by Meghan Quinn
AVCursed (2020- )
The Witcher (2019- )
The Umbrella Academy (2019- )
90 Day Fiance (2019- )
Love is Blind (2020- )
Romance NovelsThe Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang
Archer's Voice by Mia Sheridan
True North Series by Sarina Bowen
The Winston Brother Series by Penny Reid
The Lady's Guide to Celestial Mechanics by Olivia Waite
Hook by Gina Maxwell
Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston
Dear Aaron by Maria Zapata
The Bride Test by Helen Hoang
The Bromance Book Club by Lyssa Kay Adams
Rebecca’s Bonus PickThe Hooker and the Hermitby L.H. Cosway
This week Tayla is joined by mystery authors Frances McNamara and Joanna Schaffhausen from the Sisters in Crime New England. Frances and Joanna share what mystery writers inspire their work and what TV they’ve been watching to past the time. Then they discuss their books and how their main characters embody the idea of the modern heroine. Today’s heroines balance relationships and careers, leap over sexist obstacles, and rescue themselves from danger. Our guests discuss how they and many other women authors are redefining the genre by creating strong women characters.
You can find our guest authors at francesmcnamara.com and www.joannaschaffhausen.com
Joanna’s books
Frances’s books
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BooksDeath of an American Beauty by Mariah Fredericks
A Burning by Megha Majumdar
Blacktop Wasteland by S.A. Cosby
Roma Sub Rosa series by Steven Saylor
Deborah Crombie novels in the eZone
Riviera Gold by Laurie King
The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl by Stacy McAnulty
It Ain't So Awful, Falafel by Firoozeh Dumas
AVThe Alienist (2018-2020)
Bramwell (1985-1998)
Bordertown (2016-2020)
Sniffer (2013- )
Beat Bob Flay (2013- )
Veronica Mars (2004-2019)
Never Have I Ever (2020 - )
Chernobyl (2019)
Schitt’s Creek (2015-2020)
This week Tayla is joined by Katherine, the reference librarian at the North Scituate Public Library and Deb, the adult services librarian for the Tiverton Public Library. In this episode, they discuss short fiction, calming YouTube videos, and comfort TV watching. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening! Books Redhead by the Side of the Road by Anne Tyler The Ocean at the End of the Lane by Neil Gaiman Schulz and Peanuts by David Michaelis Care Work by Leah Piepzna-Samarasinha Astro Poets: Your Guides to the Zodiac by Alex Dimitrov and Dorothea Lasky A Study in Scarlet by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes by Laurie R. King AV Post10 on YouTube Baumgartner Fine Art Restoration The comparison photo of the Mona Lisa we discuss Somebody Feed Phil (2018 - ) Grey’s Anatomy (2005 - ) Midsomer Murders (1997 - ) Person of Interest (2011-2016) Schitt’s Creek (2015-2020) New Girl (2011-2018) Stranger Things (2016- ) The Umbrella Academy (2019- ) Madame Secretary (2014-2019) Agents of Shield (2013-2020) Avatar the Last Airbender (2005-2008) Other Civilization 6 (game) Quilting books in the eZone Tiverton Library Virtual Maker Meet-up
This week we have a very special episode of our show. Tayla is joined by Derrick, Erin, and Jo for a Trans 101 roundtable discussion. Drawing from their personal experiences, this week’s guests discuss the positive and negative aspects of their transition journeys so far, normalizing the sharing of pronouns, how libraries and other public spaces can make their spaces more welcoming to trans and non-binary individuals, and much more.
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Materials discussed in the episodeDisclosure (2020)
Redefining Realness by Janet Mock
A Unkindness of Ghostsby Rivers Solomon
Luna by Julie Anne Peters
I Am J by Cris Beam
Books by Julia Serano
Nevada by Imogen Binnie
We got a silly one for you this week, folks! This week Tayla is joined by Sarah, CPL’s Communications Manager, and Jen, our current reference intern. In this episode, they discuss being late to the party watching shows, scrolling through Netflix infinitely, and what they’re lives would be like if they were like their Pinterest boards.
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BooksThe Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix E. Harrow
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot
Waking the Merrow by Heather Rigney
AVThe Babysitter’s Club (2020)
The Floor is Lava (2020)
True Blood (2008 - 2014)
Critical Role
Donald Glover
Iliza Shlesinger
Trevor Noah: Son of Patricia (2018)
Michelle Buteau: What To Do If Your Name Is a Racial Slur (the comedy bit Tayla mentioned)
Animal Kingdom (2016 -)
Clueless (1995)
Community (2009 - 2015)
Unsolved Mystery (2020)
America’s Book of Secrets (2012-2014)
Guardian of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017)
This week Tayla is joined by Dave, Coordinator of Adult Services at Central and Kyle, a library assistant at the Central branch. In this episode they discuss positive apocalyptic stories, Hamilton, and escaping our current situation by playing games.
Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksThe Glass Hotel by Emily St. John Mandel
Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel
New York 2140 by Kim Stanley Robinson
All the Birds in the Sky by Charlie Jane Anders
Magus of the Library by Mitsu Izumi
Castle Swimmer by Wendy Lian Martin
Heartstoppers by Alice Oseman
Stamped--Racism, Antiracism, and You by Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi
Loveboat, Taipei by Abigail Hing Wen
AVResident Evil (2002)
RuPaul’s Drag Race (2009 - )
Scoob (2020)
Golden Girls (1985-1992)
Watchman (2019)
Hamilton (2020)
GamesWarframe
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
The Last of Us
Hero Kids
The Young Adventurer's Guide
This week Tayla is joined by John, a long time member of the CPL team and George, a library assistant and AV expert at the Central branch to talk all things music. In this episode they discuss reading about plagues during a pandemic, Ford v Ferrari, and music that they love to listen to.
Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksNine Elms by Robert Bryndza
The Intermission by Elyssa Friedland
The Floating Feldmans by Elyssa Friedland
The Mother of Black Hollywood by Jenny Lewis
Justinian's Flea by William Rosen
The Great Mortalityby John Kelly
The Ghost Map by Steven Johnson
Year of Wonders by Geraldine Brooks
AVUppity: The Willy T. Ribbs Story (2020)
The Metropolitan Opera
Ford v Ferrari (2019)
Death in Paradise (2011 - )
Dead Can Dance
Benny Hill
MusicSt. Vincent
Angel Oslen
Samantha Fish
Joanne Shaw Taylor
Beth Orton
The Dirty Projectors
Portishead
Sophie Ellis Bextor
Sigala
Ella Henderson
Billie Eilish
Hozier
Autumn Orange
Old Songs but Lofi
Western Stars by Bruce Springsteen
A Sailor’s Guide to Earth by Sturgill Simpson
The Bends by Radiohead
Have You Never Been Mellow by Olivia Newton-John
Death of a Bachelor by Panic! at the Disco
This week Tayla is joined by Lisa, a Reference Librarian at the Central and Katherine, the Emerging Technology Librarian at Central. In this episode they discuss their most recent reads, Star Trek stars’ singing careers, late night TV in the time of COVID-19, and finding interesting items at flea markets.
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BooksWith the Light by Keiko Tobe
Poetry on eZone
The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie by Alan Bradley
Pyongyang: a Journey in North Korea by Guy Delisle
AVAirplane (1980)
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (2019)
Bottom (1991-1995)
The X-Files (1993-2018)
Vikings (2013- )
Battle Bots (2015- )
Jun’s Kitchen
Jokes Seth Can’t Tell
Real Time with Bill Maher (2003- )
Police Squad! (1982)
Star Trek: The Original Series and Star Trek: The Next Generation
William Shatner, The Transformed Man
OtherDIY Cotton Candy Machine
The Flea Market at Seekonk Speedway
The Book Barn
The Museum of Bad Art
This week Tayla is joined by Elise, the Youth Services Librarian at the William Hall Branch and Alyssa, the Teen Librarian at Central. In this episode they discuss all things LGBTQIA+ in this special pride themed episode. Topics include their favorite queer books and media, historical queer figures and characters using identity labels for themselves being an important part of positive representation in media.
Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksFelix Ever After by Kacen Callender
By Any Means Necessary by Candice Montgomery
The Backstagers by James Tynion IV and Rian Sygh
Moonstruck by Grace Ellis and Shae Beagle
Check, Please! Book 2 by Ngozi Ukazu
Heathen Vol. 1 by Natasha Alterici and Rachel Deering
Fingersmith by Sarah Waters
The Mighty Heart of Sunny St. James by Ashley Herring Blake
We Set the Dark on Fire by Tehlor Kay Mejia
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
The Mortal Instruments series by Cassandra Clare
AVThe Half of It (2020)
Portrait of a Lady on Fire (2019)
Sense8 (2015-2018)
Critical Role (webshow)
Hollywood (2020)
Gentleman Jack (2019 - )
A Secret Love (2020)
Brooklyn Nine-Nine (2013- )
OtherElise queer icons: William Haines and Dorothy Arzner
Tayla’s queer icon: Anne Lister
Alyssa’s queer icon: Stephanie Beatriz
Welcome to a Down Time with Cranston Public Library bonus episode! We are excited to present Living Literature performing Rising: Dispatches from the New American Shore by Elizabeth Rush. Rising was chosen by the Rhode Island Center for the Book as this year's Reading Across Rhode Island title. We had scheduled an on-site performance of this event before the pandemic hit, and we are thankful to Living Literature - a collective of Rhode Island-based artists and educators - for their flexibility and enthusiasm in making this virtual program happen.
Our thanks to the Rhode Island Center for the Book and Director Kate Lentz, Elizabeth Rush, Ocean State Libraries, the Rhode Island office of Library and Information Services, and the Pawtucket Credit Union for making this presentation possible!
This week Tayla is joined by Martha, the Youth Services Librarian at the Auburn Branch and Edna, a Youth Services Librarian at Central. In this episode they discuss problematic children’s books and the importance of giving children access to a diverse range of ideas through books, comfort watching old shows, and getting out into nature.
Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
BooksJane Austen books on eZone
Gourmet Hound by Leehama
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by J. K. Rowling on Audiobook
King and King by Linda de Haan & Stern Nijland
AVMy Neighbor Totoro (1988)
The Wind Rises (2013)
Law & Order (1990 - 2010)
The Kitchen (2014 - )
Daredevil (2015 - 2018)
OtherWords with Friends iOS and Android
Bedtime Storytime with Cranston Public Library
Northeastern Birds Backyard Guide by Bill Thompson
Audubon Wildlife Refuges in RI
This week Tayla is joined by Corrie, the CPL Technology Coordinator and Christine, the CPL Cataloging Librarian. In this episode they discuss TV reboots, the ways video games and other technology has helped them stay connected to people during the pandemic, and how generally uncanny our new way of life is.
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BooksToil & Trouble by Augusten Burroughs
The Girl Who Lived Twice by David Lagercrantz
Blood by Allison Moorer
Someone Who Will Love You in All Your Damaged Glory by Raphael Bob-Waksberg
Commute : an Illustrated Memoir of Female Shame by Erin Williams
AVBoJack Horseman (2014-2020)
Kim’s Convenience (2016 - )
Shark Tank (2009 - )
The X-Files (1993-2018)
The Innocence File (2020)
Westworld (2016 - )
Deadwood: The Movie (2019)
OtherJackbox Games
Pokemon Go! iOS and Android
Atlas Obscura
King Arthur Flour Banana Bread Recipe
CPL’s Teen Cosplay Cosplay Videos
This week Tayla is joined by Zach, adult services librarian at Central, and authors Joe Broadmeadow and Brendan Doherty. Joe and Brendan share what they've been reading and watching, and share excerpts and discussions from their book It's Just the Way It Was: Inside the War on the New England Mob and Other Stories.
Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books
Every Drop of Blood by Edward Achorn
Christopher Moore’s book on the eZone
I Heard You Paint Houses: Frank "The Irishman" Sheeran and Closing the Case on Jimmy Hoffa by Charles Brandt
It's Just the Way It Was : Inside the War on the New England Mob and Other Stories by Joe Broadmeadow and Brendan Doherty
This Tender Land by William Kent Krueger
AV
Friday Night Lights (2006-2011)
TURN: Washington's Spies (2014-2017)
Bosch (2014- )
Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian (2020)
Amy Schumer Learns to Cook (2017- )
At Home with Amy Sedaris (2020)
Events
Author William Kent Krueger Virtual Event for This Tender Land: In Conversation - Friday, June 12 at 7 PM. A partnership between Barrington Books and Cranston Public Library. Registration required.
This week, Tayla is joined by youth services coordinator Emily and adult services coordinator Dave to discuss all things graphic novels and comics. Along with recommending their favorite titles they also discuss the difficulties that come along with categorizing graphic novels, especially when libraries organize their materials by audience. They finished off their conversation talking about comic book movies and Star Wars.
Content warning: Discussion of the depiction of sex and nudity in comics.
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Emily’s Picks:
Kid Gloves by Lucy Knisley
Zita the Spacegirl by Ben Hatke
Little Robot by Ben Hatke
The Umbrella Academy by Gerard Way and Gabriel Bà
Deadly Class by Rick Remender and Welsey Craig
Blankets by Craig Thompson
Dave’s Picks:
The Wicked and the Divine by Kieron Gillan and Jamie McKelvie
Daytripper by Fàbio Moon and Gabriel Bà
Sex Criminals by Matt Fraction and Chip Zdarsky
Tayla’s Picks:
The Oracle Code by Marieke Nijkamp
The Adventure Zone: Here There’s Be Gerblins by Clint McElroy and Griffin McElroy
Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe
They Call Us Enemy by George Takei and Justin Eisinger
Saga by Brian K. Vaughan and Fiona Staples
Movies/TV:
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018)Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017)The Mandalorian (2019 - )Songland (2019 - )
This week Tayla is joined by Adrienne, the William Hall Branch Librarian, and Nancy, the Knightsville Branch Librarian. In this episode, they discuss new work routines, retro murder mystery shows, and disgusting discoveries. Content warning: discussion of head injuries and traumatic brain injuries in the second half of the show.
We’re excited to announce our first author visit to the podcast! Joe Broadmeadow and Brendan Doherty will drop by to share from their book It’s Just the Way It Was: Inside the War on the New England Mob and Other Stories. You can join the conversation by sending us a question for the authors. Record a voice memo and email it to central@cranstonlibrary.org by Monday, May 25.
Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books:
Janet Evanovich on eZone
Serge Storm series by Tim Dorsey
One of Us is Lying by Karen M. McManus
Far from the Tree by Robin Benway
AV:
Grey’s Anatomy (2005- )
Columbo (1971-2003)
Murder She Wrote (1984-1996)
Monk (2002-2009)
Diagnosis Murder (1993-2001)
Expedition Unknown (2015- )
The Rockford Files (1974-1980)
Disgusting Discoveries:
Andrew Lost series by J.C. Greenburg
Phineas Gage: A Gruesome and True Story About Brain Science by John Fleischman
Oh, Rats! The Story of Rats and People by Albert Marrin
Fartiste by Kathleen Krull and Paul Brewer and illustrated by Boris Kulikov
This week Tayla is joined by the Director and the Assistant Director of the Cranston Public Libraries, Ed Garcia and Julie Holden. In this episode, they discuss print vs digital reading, the Marvel Cinematic Universe, sharing movies with your significant other, and Dungeons & Dragons.
We’re excited to announce our first author visit to the podcast! Joe Broadmeadow and Brendan Doherty will drop by to share from their book It’s Just the Way It Was: Inside the War on the New England Mob and Other Stories. You can join the conversation by sending us a question for the authors. Record a voice memo and email it to central@cranstonlibrary.org by Monday, May 25.
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Books:
Chief Inspector Armand Gamache series by Louise Penny
Star Wars novels in the eZone
H.P. Lovecraft in the eZone
Driving While Black by Gretchen Sorin
AV:
CPL’s Storytime Online - Live on our Facebook Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 10:30 AM
The Goldfinch (2019) based on the novel by Donna Tartt
List of the MCU in order
Agents of Shield (2013 - )
Fans Petition Marvel to Open Caption THE ETERNALS
Lord of the Rings (2001, 2002, 2003)
Star Trek Picard (2020 - )
Top Chef (2006 - )
The Great British Baking Show and The Great American Baking Show
Other:
Ed’s Quarantine Playlist on Spotify
Fantasy Ground - virtual tabletop for a number of tabletop RPGs
Avrae - the D&D beyond bot for Discord
This week Tayla is joined by Karen the branch librarian at Auburn and Dave from the Central Branch. They talk audiobooks, what fiction can teach us about real life, virtual concerts, and Morris dancing.
We’re excited to announce our first author visit to the podcast! Joe Broadmeadow and Brendan Doherty will drop by to share from their book It’s Just the Way It Was: Inside the War on the New England Mob and Other Stories. You can join the conversation by sending us a question for the authors. Record a voice memo and email it to central@cranstonlibrary.org by Monday, May 25.
Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books:
Year of Yes: How to Dance It Out, Stand In the Sun, and Be Your Own Person by Shonda Rhimes
The Printed Letter Bookshop by Katherine Reay
Lost Dogs and Lonely Hearts by Lucy Dillon
- Join our discussion of this book on May 12th at 2:00 PM (register online) or May 13 at 7:00 PM (register online).
The Broken Earth Series by N. K. Jemisin
The Death of the Necromancer by Martha Wells
- Join our discussion of this book on May 14th at 7:00 PM (register online).
Dear Mrs. Bird by A. J. Pearce
Maisie Dobbs series by Jacqueline Winspear
AV:
Some Good News hosted by John Krasinski
Firefly (2002-2003)
Firefly: the Unification War. Vol. 1 by Greg Pak
Firefly the Game
Bela Fleck and Abigail Washburne --Banjo House Lockdown, Friday evening
Rhiannon Giddens and Francisco Turrisi
Art Lives On - Connecting Fans to Artists in a Stay-at-home Climate
Other:
Ladies of the Rolling Pin
The Last Post podcast by Alice Fraser
Alice Fraser: Savage (2020)
Two Noble Kinsmen at Shakespeare’s Globe
This week our host Tayla, branch librarian at Oak Lawn, is joined by Zach and Alyssa from Central. They talk speculative fiction, new and old TV favorites, theater, and poetry in honor of April being National Poetry Month.
Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening!
Books:
Tessa Dare (content warning: sexually explicit content)
Daughter from the Dark (2020) by Marina and Sergey Dyachenko, trans. by Julia Meitov Hersey
Vita Nostra (2018) by Marina and Sergey Dyachenko, trans. by Julia Meitov Hersey
Pet (2019) by Akwaeke Emezi
D&D Adventure Books in our catalog
Tayla’s Current Read: Ghost of Saltmarsh available for purchase digitally on D&D Beyond or at your local game store
AV:
Schitt’s Creek
Belgravia
Episodes
Killing Eve
The Wilbury Theatre Group (Providence)
Shakespeare's Globe Theatre
Onwards
Poetry for National Poetry Month:
Zach’s Selections
Songs for the People by Frances Ellen Watkins Harper
Library of Small Catastrophes (2019) by Alison C. Rollins
Space Struck (2019) by Paige Lewis
Sight Lines (2019) by Arthur Sze
Alyssa’s Selections
Blue Valentine by Laura Marie Marciano
Typewriter Series #2937 by Tyler Knott Gregson
Resources for Lovers of Poetry
PBS Poetry in America
Poetry Foundation Collections
Poetry Magazine podcast
International Poetry Circle on Twitter
Resources for Poets
Literary Magazines Facebook Group
Literistic
Poetry Society of America Resource page
It’s the first episode of Down Time with Cranston Public Library! Tayla, branch librarian at Oak Lawn, is joined by Martha from Auburn Branch and Elise from William Hall Branch, talking webcomics, 90s witch and vampire nostalgia, K-pop meets Dumplin’, Canadian comedy, and CosTube. Plus a comforting dose of sewing, baking, and gardening.
Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Feeling Sunny by Scott Holmes. Catch up with the Cranston Public Library on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Thanks for listening!
Webcomics on Webtoons:
Gourmet Hound
My Giant Nerd Boyfriend
Lore Olympus
Books:
Check Please! Vol. 1 and Check Please! Vol. 2 by Ngozi Ukazu
Witchlight by Jessi Zabarsky
What Jane Austen Ate and Charles Dickens Knew by Daniel Pool
The Beautiful by Renée Ahdieh
I’ll Be the One by Lyla Lee (Pub Date: 6/16/20)
AV:
The Adventure of Sherlock Holmes (Granada TV)
The Great British Bake Off (available streaming on Netflix)
CosTuber Prior Attire
CosTuber Bernadette Banner
CosTuber Jessica Kellgren-Fozard
Letterkenny (available streaming on Hulu)
Schitt’s Creek
Slings and Arrows
Other fun stuff:
Yoga with Adriene
doyogawithme.com
Survivor
Books on Sewing available in the eZone
What’s My Line
Books on Baking in the eZone
Books on Gardening in the eZone
Have you always wanted to listen to a podcast where library staff as well as authors and other special guests give you books, TV, and movie recommendations? Then I’ve got just the podcast for you. Check out the Down Time with Cranston Public Library podcast, available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, and everywhere else you find podcasts!
Each week, host Tayla Cardillo chats with staff from Cranston Public Library about what they’ve been reading, what they’ve been watching, and what they’ve been loving! You’ll also hear from guests from outside the library community sharing their work and passions.
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