Best Aaron Whitfield Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 106 Aaron Whitfield 1:09:39

2M ago1:09:39

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In this installment, the fellas were lucky enough to have Aaron Whitfield on the podcast. Aaron spoke about all Aaron has accomplished in his time in Libraryland along with being a BIPOC and what that is like in todays world. He also talks about the importance of “MU FA LI” in his life, his writing and music. Aaron talks about the power of positive…

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Episode 105 David Ecker Technology for Libraries

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Joining Chris and Bob is David Ecker from Stony Brook University. Dave is a repeat guest and its always great to speak to him. Dave spoke about being library “technologists”, time management for managers, how AI can help makerspaces and that dirty world in Libraryland “CHANGE”. Dave has a new book out entitled Leadership Takes Courage: How to Maste…

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Episode 104 Dr. Temara Hajjat from the Bowel Sounds Podcast! 54:35

4M ago54:35

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Joining Chris and Bob on the pod is Temara Hajjat Gastroenterologist at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital and co host of the Bowel Sounds Podcast. Temara spoke with the fellas about what its like to go to medical school, the spark that started the podcast, the targeted listenership, the formula for the pod along with talking about Harvard Medical Scho…

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Episode 103 East End Tech Committee 1:14:29

7M ago1:14:29

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This is really cool LOCAL episode for our friends on Long Island but also a great inspirational episode for everyone. Joining the podcast is Lilly Kiel from the Cutchogue/New Suffolk Free Library, Steven Alcalde from the Rogers Memorial Library and Anthony Giansante from the John Jermain Memorial Library to talk about the tech challenges working on…

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Podcast Extras: Tears For Brandon Lowe 16:17

7M ago16:17

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The Central State University alumni family is grieving the loss of Brandon Lowe, who passed away unexpectedly this past week. Listen as I pay tribute to Brandon's tremendous faith and love for others. For God. For Central. For State.By Aaron Whitfield

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Podcast Extras: Tears for Aunt "Peggy" Clark 16:53

7M ago16:53

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The world lost a great one this past week. Rest in peace, Aunt Peggy. Thank you for your heart, lessons, and teachable moments.By Aaron Whitfield

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Special Episode Connecticut Library Association Part 2 – Alice Knapp, Scott Jarzombek, Kate Byroade and Scott Brill – Mental Health and Well-being 56:39

8M ago56:39

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In part 2 of this special episode, Chris and Bob were joined by Alice Knapp, Director of the Ferguson Library in Stamford, Connecticut, Scott Jarzombek, Director of the Fairfield Library in Fairfield, Connecticut, Kate Byroade Director of the Cragin Colchester Library in Colchester, Connecticut and Scott Brill, Director of the Derby Public Library,…

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Special Episode – Connecticut Library Conference Part 1 Doug Lord 37:15

8M ago37:15

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In this 2 part episode, Chris and Bob travel to Groton Connecticut at the invitation of the Connecticut Library Association to speak during their conference lunch period about mental health and wellbeing in the library profession. The fellas were joined by Doug Lord, Director of the C. H. Booth Public Library in Newtown, Connecticut and President o…

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Episode 101 – Meghan Volchko – Inside Overdrive 50:55

8M ago50:55

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Joining Chris for this episode is Meghan Volcheko, Manager, Public Library Collection Development at OverDrive, Meghan talks about how she and her team assist libraries and library systems with collection development with Overdrive. Yes, this is also the Libby App and also Kanopy and Sora for schools. Meghan talks about the relationships she has bu…

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Food For Thought: Volume 108: Keke & Darius Edition 30:30

9M ago30:30

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Alright...I'm finally going to address the Keke Palmer and Darius Jackson turmoil, Let's talk about relationship drama, what to wear if you're a momma, and the reasons people on your team may be cheering for your downfall.By Aaron Whitfield

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Food For Thought: Volume 107 19:46

10M ago19:46

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The last episode had y'all talking, so let's continue the conversation about the highs and lows of "working while Black". Let's talk about the uproar over fake racism, "black magic" gone wrong, and how I got fired for talking to my Black "family".By Aaron Whitfield

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Episode 129: Working While Black (Chapter 4): Black Magic & White Refusal 33:04

10M ago33:04

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Let's dive a little deeper into the "Working While Black" series, and discuss "cocoa butter" magic, tips for getting Black tips, and the reasons why workplace silence can be used as a deadly weapon.By Aaron Whitfield

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Food For Thought: Volume 106 13:27

10M ago13:27

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As we venture more into the "Working While Black" series, let's discuss the culture of workplace employee devaluation , the difference between preparation and luck, and the why putting people in positions to succeed helps everybody win.By Aaron Whitfield

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Episode 100 – Carol Ann Tack, Podcasting & Readers 51:03

10M ago51:03

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In our 100th Episode, we have asked Alumni Carol Ann Tack from the podcast Top Shelf at the Merrick Library to return to talk about her podcast, readers advisory, her book discussions (which are the thing of legend on Long Island) and how tech can sometimes help and sometimes get in the way of getting to where you need to be in Libraryland.…

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Episode 128: Working While Black (Chapter 3): Leaving the Coop 39:04

11M ago39:04

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Sometimes, quitting is conquering. In this episode, let's talk about aggressive interview questions, the peril of the unprotected, and the reasons why the fight you're in may no longer be yours.By Aaron Whitfield

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Episode 127: Working While Black (Chapter 2): Black Synergy 41:17

12M ago41:17

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This episode is dedicated to all the folks who made me smile at work. Let's discuss the importance of BIPOCs being seen, heard, acknowledged, and protected in the workplace.By Aaron Whitfield

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Food For Thought: Volume 105 25:45

12M ago25:45

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I'm back! Let's discuss the lessons of community and connections that I have experienced during this four-month podcast hiatus.By Aaron Whitfield

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NYLA Conference 2022 54:14

1y ago54:14

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Chris journeyed to Saratoga Springs New York for the annual New York Library Association Conference and Trade Show! This year Chris spoke to old friends Jill Hurst Wahl, Cameron Tidd and Melissa Tidd from Goshen Libraryhttps://www.floridapubliclibrary.org and Barron Angell from the Florida Public Library. Jill spoke about the conference, what it is…

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Podcast Extras: Tears For Tyre Nichols 22:04

1y ago22:04

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This one hit differently. All skin folk ain't kinfolk, especially when a police badge is involved. Rest In Power, Tyre.By Aaron Whitfield

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Long Island Library Resource Council’s Conference 2022 – Leadership 49:04

1y ago49:04

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The fellas were asked to podcast a the Long Island Library Resource Council’s 31st annual Conference on Libraries and the Future. There were many great speakers and the podcast had an opportunity to speak with Dr. James Neal who spoke to Chris about the nature of leadership and how it is defined along with the concept “you can’t count the apple fro…

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Episode 99 – Emily Ostrander Developing Teen Services 1:07:09

1+ y ago1:07:09

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In this installment, Chris and Bob are back together live, this time at the Emma S. Clark Memorial Library in East Setauket, New York. Emily Ostrander talks about growing up at Emma as a patron (including riding her bike there as a kid), knowing at 16 that she wanted to be a librarian, and her feelings on customer service which includes the attitud…

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Podcast Extras: A Fan of Damar Hamlin 23:31

1+ y ago23:31

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With recent good news involving the health of Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin, let's examine team fandom, job positions, and the purpose of big-picture destinations.By Aaron Whitfield

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Food For Thought: Volume 104 25:45

1+ y ago25:45

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Before releasing the next chapter of the "Working While Black" series, let's discuss the power of proximity, redefining patriotism, and why being late to the party is better than not showing up.By Aaron Whitfield

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Podcast Extras: Clintonville, you have a problem... 29:12

1+ y ago29:12

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In an attempt to unpack this past Saturday's demonstration of hate courtesy of the Proud Boys, let's discuss the dangers of being passive-progressive, the sleight-of-hand of hate groups, and why Clintonville, Ohio is the perfect place to recruit the next Proud Boy.By Aaron Whitfield

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Food For Thought: Volume 103 22:14

1+ y ago22:14

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As a follow-up to the last week's episode, "Chapter One: The Good Neighbor," part of the "Work While Black" series, let's discuss the pressures of performance, the dangers of white tolerance, and how I found the courage to confront workplace norms in my 30s from the experiences of my adolescence.By Aaron Whitfield

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Aaron Whitfield Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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The Semi-Social Life of a Black Introvert

Aaron Whitfield

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The Library Pros

Chris DeCristofaro

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Embrace Your Inner Weirdo: Podcast with an Attitude

Rasheed Hooda

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Episode 106 Aaron Whitfield 1:09:39

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Episode 105 David Ecker Technology for Libraries

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Episode 104 Dr. Temara Hajjat from the Bowel Sounds Podcast! 54:35

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Episode 103 East End Tech Committee 1:14:29

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Podcast Extras: Tears For Brandon Lowe 16:17

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Podcast Extras: Tears for Aunt "Peggy" Clark 16:53

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Special Episode Connecticut Library Association Part 2 – Alice Knapp, Scott Jarzombek, Kate Byroade and Scott Brill – Mental Health and Well-being 56:39

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Special Episode – Connecticut Library Conference Part 1 Doug Lord 37:15

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Episode 101 – Meghan Volchko – Inside Overdrive 50:55

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Food For Thought: Volume 108: Keke & Darius Edition 30:30

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Food For Thought: Volume 107 19:46

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Episode 129: Working While Black (Chapter 4): Black Magic & White Refusal 33:04

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Food For Thought: Volume 106 13:27

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Episode 100 – Carol Ann Tack, Podcasting & Readers 51:03

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Episode 128: Working While Black (Chapter 3): Leaving the Coop 39:04

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Episode 127: Working While Black (Chapter 2): Black Synergy 41:17

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Food For Thought: Volume 105 25:45

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NYLA Conference 2022 54:14

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Podcast Extras: Tears For Tyre Nichols 22:04

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Long Island Library Resource Council’s Conference 2022 – Leadership 49:04

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Episode 99 – Emily Ostrander Developing Teen Services 1:07:09

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Podcast Extras: A Fan of Damar Hamlin 23:31

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Food For Thought: Volume 104 25:45

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Podcast Extras: Clintonville, you have a problem... 29:12

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Food For Thought: Volume 103 22:14

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