Best Howard County Library Podcasts (2024)

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HoCo Community Chat Sept 2024 - A county beacon: Howard Community College 32:53

4h ago32:53

32:53

We always hear how strong our public school system is in Howard County. And it doesn’t stop there. Our community college, known as HCC, is a beacon in the county. What was once a small campus in 1970 now boasts a large footprint and welcomes 22,000 students a year! This month, we’re talking to two Howard Community College leaders: the fifth preside…

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HoCo Community Chat en español Agosto 2024 - Chateando Sobre la Comunidad LGBTQ+! 0:42

15d ago0:42

0:42

Este mes en HoCo Community Chat conversamos sobre la comunidad LGBTQ+ junto al Dr. Jonathan Montalvo Ramon, enlace del programa Exito Hispano del condado de Howard, y juntos exploramos el significado de cada letra, la expresión de género más allá del binario, hablamos sobre la intersección de nuestra comunidad latina y la comunidad LGBTQ+, cómo abo…

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HoCo Community Chat August 2024 - The focus is on Columbia, our planned community 36:08

1M ago36:08

36:08

DCRS Director Jackie Scott welcomes Robin Stimson, Columbia Association (CA) Community Engagement Manager, to discuss how CA works to cultivate a unique sense of place, while enhancing the quality of life for all its residents. Time Stamps: SB, topic and guest introduction 0:00 Robin’s journey to CA’s community engagement manager position 4:37 Lear…

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HoCoCommunity Chat español Julio 2024 - Los bibliotecarios son más que libros 40:39

1M ago40:39

40:39

Este mes HoCo Community Chat nos abre las puertas de las bibliotecas del condado de Howard contándonos sobre los recursos, clases, y demás herramientas disponibles para nuestra comunidad. También nos trae una invitación abierta para que personas de todas las edades interactuemos con las bibliotecas ya sea visitando una de ellas, o mediante su págin…

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MACC Bash: 20 Years of Stories 35:20

2M ago35:20

35:20

At Howard County Library System, we believe that community is at the heart of our library. To help celebrate Merriweather Post Pavilion’s 20th Anniversary, a place where so many memories have been made – including Battle of the Books! - we joined the Merriweather Arts and Culture Center to capture people’s most cherished (and intriguing) stories. T…

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HoCo Community Chat July 2024 - Today's library isn't your mother's library 35:58

2M ago35:58

35:58

Host Jackie Scott, director, Howard County Dept. of Community Resources & Services (DCRS) talks with Tonya Aikens, president & CEO, Howard County Library System (HCLS). Time Stamps: · Soundbite, topic and guest introduction 0:00 · Learning about Tonya Aikens, President & CEO, HCLS 4:10 · Learning about Howard County Libraries and their feel 8:35 · …

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HoCo Community Chat June 2024 - Youth mental health over summer break 40:29

3M ago40:29

40:29

How can the community create a meaningful summer for our youth, especially those who struggle with mental health? June’s episode features the topic of youth development and community needs, especially as the school year is ending. Host Jackie Scott spends time this month chatting with: Chisha Johnson, founder and executive director, The Jacaranda C…

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HoCo Community Chat May 2024 - Recognizing our Older Americans and Child Care Providers 47:08

4M ago47:08

47:08

May 2024 First segment: Celebrating Older Americans Month May is Older Americans Month – a time to pay a little more attention to those of us over fifty. The theme this year is Powered by Connection, which recognizes the profound impact meaningful relationships and social connections have on our health and well-being. One way our Office on Aging an…

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HoCo Community Chat en Español Abril 2024 - Celebrando y Cuidando a Nuestro Planeta! 35:52

5M ago35:52

35:52

Este mes de Abril HoCo Community Chat en Español celebra a nuestro planeta, junto al Administrador de Sostenibilidad del Condado de Howard, Tim Lattimer. Chatea con nosotros sobre el calentamiento global, cómo te afecta a ti y a tu familia, qué puedes hacer en casa para cuidar a nuestro planeta, dónde y cuándo puedes celebrar a nuestra madre Tierra…

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HoCo Community Chat April 2024 - Celebrate Earth Month & National Healthcare Decisions Day 41:59

5M ago41:59

41:59

Segment 1: April is Earth Month In this first segment, Jackie Scott, host and DCRS director, kicks off April by honoring Earth Month. She is joined by Tim Lattimer, community sustainability administrator with the Howard County Office of Community Sustainability to talk about the County’s Climate Forward Initiative this Earth Month. The two discuss …

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HoCo Community Chat en Español: Mes de la Historia de la Mujer 26:10

6M ago26:10

26:10

Tema: Conociendo a Monica Perez Mills En el mes de Marzo HoCo Community Chat en Español celebra el mes de las mujeres conociendo a la primera mujer latina que trabaja en la oficina del ejecutivo del condado de Howard, la asistente administrativa, Monica Perez Mills. Chatea con nosotras y conoce más a esta Salvadoreña que busca romper límites para n…

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HoCo Community Chat March 2024 #2 - Celebrate National Women's History Month 35:17

6M ago35:17

35:17

In part two of this special two-episode month, Jackie Scott, host and DCRS director honors National Women’s History Month with a remarkable woman. Director Scott interviews Dr. Carlessia Hussein, the former director of the State of Maryland Office of Minority Health and Health Disparities, who is now a health equity consultant and philanthropist at…

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HoCo Community Chat March 2024 - Celebrate National Nutrition Month 26:34

6M ago26:34

26:34

In part one of this special two-episode month, Jackie Scott, host and DCRS director, kicks off March by honoring National Nutrition Month. She talks to experts Courtney Harangozo, health and wellness manager for Howard County's Office on Aging and Independence (OAI), and Carmen Roberts, registered dietician and OAI partner. Together, the group disc…

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HoCo Community Chat Feb 2024 - Raising Awareness for Romance Scams and Honoring Black History Month 41:05

7M ago41:05

41:05

Segment 1: Romance Scams and how to look out for them this Valentine’s Day Season. In this first segment, Jackie Scott, host and DCRS director, kicks off the podcast to discuss romance scams and their prevalence during the Valentine's Day season with an investigator in the Office of Consumer Protection, Lila Boor, and Andre Lingham, the founder and…

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Best Books 2023 19:35

8M ago19:35

19:35

Here we are looking back at the year gone by –and gearing up for the new one ahead. It’s time to hear about your favorite books of 2023. We visited the branches and spoke with staff and community members about their favorite reads. I’m sure you’ll want to add these titles to your To Be Read pile. You can always place your requests at hclibrary.org …

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HoCo Community Chat Jan 2024 - Human Trafficking: defining & preventing, and treating survivors 32:23

8M ago32:23

32:23

As we enter new year, host and DCRS Director Jackie Scott is joined by Ashton Petta, manager of the Office of Human Trafficking Prevention; and Eric Kruhm, a lieutenant with the Howard County Police Department Vice and Narcotics Unit, and a member of the Human Trafficking Prevention Coordinating Council. Together, they take on the heavy topic of hu…

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HoCo Community Chat Dec 2023 - Homelessness Doesn't Define the Individual 37:17

9M ago37:17

37:17

Segment 1: Homelessness in Howard County As we head into winter, host and DCRS Director Jackie Scott addresses the issue of homelessness. She is joined by the administrator of the Office of Community Partnerships, Rose Burton; the director of the Howard County Department of Housing and the board chair of the Coalition to End Homelessness, Kelly Cim…

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HoCo Community Chat Nov 2023 - Celebrate National Family Caregivers and our Veterans 42:45

10M ago42:45

42:45

Segment 1: Caregiving and Support in Howard County November is National Family Caregivers Month. DCRS Director and host Jackie Scott is Joined by our Office of Aging and Independence Caregiver Support Program Manager Kathy Wehr, and Caregiver Specialist, Dr. Earnestine Thomas. Together the group discusses caregiving in Howard County and how the Car…

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HoCo Community Chat en Espanol - October 2023 Inseguridad Alimenticia 41:11

10M ago41:11

41:11

Tema: Inseguridad Alimenticia 1 de cada 6 personas que viven en el condado de Howard sufren de inseguridad alimenticia. Este mes Cris Oviedo y la primera administradora latina de la Oficina de Adultos Mayores del Condado de Howard, Ofelia Ross Ott, nos cuentan qué recursos hay disponibles para personas mayores de 50 años que quieran obtener aliment…

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HoCo Community Chat - October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month 35:41

10M ago35:41

35:41

Segment 1: What does it mean to work and live with a disability in our community? DCRS Director and host Jackie Scott discusses what it means to work with a disability from both an employee and employer perspective with the co-owner of Anegada Delights, Elizabeth Vanterpool, and her employee, Sam Ottenstein. The three expand on what it means to be …

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HoCo Community Chat October 2023 - What is food insecurity and how do we mitigate? 29:18

11M ago29:18

29:18

Segment 1: What is food insecurity and how do we mitigate? DCRS' Director Jackie Scott address food insecurity in Howard County with Carrie Ross, director of the Community Action Council’s Food Bank Services; and Kim Eisenreich, the administrator of our Office of the Local Children’s Board. Segment 2: What resources are available to those who face …

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Episode 55: Back-to-school resources 22:40

11M ago22:40

22:40

IntroIn this episode, we explore all the ways the library can prepare you for a successful school year. We hear from staff at Howard County Library System, Howard County Public School System, and students. Listen in and learn how to make this school year successful and fun. Resources in this episode• Teen Time - http://hclibrary.org/new-a-main/teen…

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Hablando de la Salud Mental de Nuestros Niños y Jóvenes 46:42

12M ago46:42

46:42

Sabía usted que uno de los factores determinantes más influyentes para el éxito de una persona es su habilidad de regular y expresar sus emociones correctamente? Este mes en HoCo Community Chat en Español nos enfocamos en la salud mental, qué es, por qué es importante cuidarla, cómo cuidarla, y qué recursos hay disponibles en el condado de Howard, …

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HoCo Community Chat - Stay on top of children's behavioral & mental health as they head back to school 37:06

12M ago37:06

37:06

Segment 1: Student behavioral and mental health after the pandemic DCRS Director Jackie Scott discusses student behavioral and mental health post pandemic with Tracy Broccolino, president of the Community Action Council of Howard County; and Erin Bonzon, administrator for the DCRS Office of Children and Families. Segment 2: Resources for the commun…

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HoCo Community Chat en Espanol - Estafas y el Centro de Protección al Consumidor 37:30

1y ago37:30

37:30

Tema: Estafas y el Centro de Protección al Consumidor Este mes Cris Oviedo y la investigadora de la oficina de protección del consumidor del condado de Montgomery, Michelle Escobar, nos cuentan sobre las estafas más populares que están afectando a la comunidad latina en la primera mitad del 2023, así como maneras de protegernos, formas de identific…

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HoCo Community Chat August 2023 - Living your best LGBTQIA+ life in HoCo 35:34

1y ago35:34

35:34

Segment 1: Being part of LGBTQIA+ in Howard County DCRS' Director Jackie Scott discusses the LGBTQIA+ experience in our community with Byron MacFarlane, Howard County’s Register of Wills; and Jumel Howard, Howard County chapter president, Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG), and the founder of Howard County's first LGBTQIA+ P…

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Episode 54: Children & Teen Summer Reading 2023 Mixdown 19:23

1y ago19:23

19:23

In this episode we'll speak with HCLS leadership and staff members about the value and purpose of Summer Reading Adventures at Howard County Library System. Plus, we'll check in with some of your favorite instructors about classes and events coming up. View Summer Reading information:http://hclibrary.org/summer/Join a Summer Reading Celebration:htt…

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HoCo Community Chat July 2023 - What is consumer protection and why do we need it? 32:20

1y ago32:20

32:20

Regardless of age, race and culture anyone can be at risk for consumer scams, fraud and exploitation. Hear information about who is targeted and why... and it has nothing to do with intelligence. Our guests are our acting administrator of the Howard County Office on Aging and Independence, Ofelia Ott; the administrator of the Howard County Office o…

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Episode 53: Adult Summer Reading 2023 9:08

1y ago9:08

9:08

Learn more about Adult Summer Reading Challengeshttp://hclibrary.org/summerRobert Roller: Trail Dogs and Firefighters: A Memoir from the Burning Westhttps://howardcounty.librarycalendar.com/event/author-works-robert-roller-trail-dogs-and-firefighters-memoir-burning-westAuthor Works: Authors Jenny Xie and Molly Lynchhttps://howardcounty.librarycalen…

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HoCo Community Chat Launch: why podcast and what is aging outloud? 31:10

1y ago31:10

31:10

This June 2023 episode kicks off with host Jackie Scott, director, Howard County (MD) Department of Community Resources & Services (DCRS), talking about why HoCo Community Chat was created and her desire for increased engagement with our residents. Her guests are Lisa Brusio Coster, communications manager, DCRS; and Cris Oviedo, owner, C.O. Communi…

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Episode 52: Teen visions for the Lakefront Library 13:23

1+ y ago13:23

13:23

Listen to teens share their visions for the proposed Lakefront Library. • Lakefront Library info: hclibrary.org/lakefront• Merriweather Teen Nights: www.merriweatherarts.org• video contest for summer reading (ends May 20)• Info: bit.ly/TeenSRContest• email: Teenvideo@hclibrary.org• Summer Reading Info: hclibrary.org/summerFor more info on HiTech Cl…

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Episode 51: The Lakefront Library 32:00

1+ y ago32:00

32:00

Listen to Library President and CEO Tonya Aikens discuss the proposed Lakefront Library. Learn more about the Lakefront Library here...https://hclibrary.org/about-us/downtown-columbia-branch/Learn more about the Get Involved Fair...https://www.eventbrite.com/e/get-involved-fair-tickets-616395644967By Howard County Library System

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Episode 50: Stacks Podcast 4:08

1+ y ago4:08

4:08

Learn more about Evening in the Stackshttp://hclibrary.org/community-education/stacks/Download Kahoothttps://kahoot.com/home/mobile-app/#appTake a Practice Kahoothttps://kahoot.it/challenge/05412399?challenge-id=eb20b7cd-e02e-4710-80fc-14c25e4ce474_1676567732127By Howard County Library System

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Episode 19: HoCo Happenings 25:51

1+ y ago25:51

25:51

In this episode, HoCoCast highlights HoCo Happenings that will help you make a difference through your clothing choices (0:47), that will make you hungry for the new restaurant and music scene at the lakefront (12:42), that will get you entertained through our media recommendations (21:30), and get you star-gazing right in our own backyard (24:10).…

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Episode 49: Best books of 2022 27:09

1+ y ago27:09

27:09

Listen in as Howard County Library System customers and staff discuss their favorite books of 2022.By Howard County Library System

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Episode 18: Our Favorite Things 16:43

1+ y ago16:43

16:43

HoCoCast wraps up 2022 with a discussion of their favorite things: from places to travel, to book worlds they’d love to visit, to favorite books and authors, to favorite traditions. By listening to this episode, you may just discover what will be on your list of favorite things for 2023!Show Notes:Travel Recommendations:Hawaii https://www.hawaiitou…

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Undertakers, Funeral Homes & Edgar Allan Poe 46:28

2y ago46:28

46:28

As the days hasten and the nights get longer, we have prepared a not-so-spooky seasonal episode.In our first segment, we meet with Alex Sullivan at the Howard County Welcome Center to tour their current Exhibition, "A brief history of Ellicott city's undertakers and funeral homes." This fascinating exhibit is not as macabre as it sounds and touches…

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Episode 17: Help Is Here 23:23

2y ago23:23

23:23

October is Mental Health Awareness month and HoCoCast discusses all things 988 with local expert, Laura Torres from the Howard County General Hospital (1:12). Learn who can use this service (spoiler alert: everyone!); discover why this is a helpline, not a hotline; explore how your privacy is maintained when accessing 988; plus much more to help an…

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STEAM Machine Mixdown 12:05

2y ago12:05

12:05

STEAM Machine Mixdown by Howard County Library SystemBy Howard County Library System

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Episode 16: Celebrating 250 Years of Ellicott City 55:01

2y ago55:01

55:01

Welcome to our 16th episode which celebrates all things Ellicott City in honor of the city’s 250th anniversary. Ronan and Claire speak with a variety of Howard County residents to hear what they love about Ellicott City (0:37). Then we hear from Laura Torres, from the Howard County Hospital, about the new mental health helpline, 988 (10:15). Next w…

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Episode 48: HCLS Roving Podcast at the ALA Conference & Exhibition (D.C.) 38:10

2y ago38:10

38:10

Hello and happy summer to our listeners! We hope you are finding ways to enjoy your time outside.In June HCLS hit the Exhibit floor at the 2022 ALA Conference with thousands of other library professionals. We hosted a roving podcast and enjoyed chatting with some of the dedicated vendors who help us bring top-quality education and services to our c…

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Episode 15 Celebrate Pride! Mixdown 45:07

2+ y ago45:07

45:07

Celebrate Pride Month with a fantastically fun interview with R. Eric Thomas (1:33) where he reveals how his writing creates “community on the page;” how a scene in the play Cyrano de Bergerac helps him write jokes; and why he thinks Ed Sheeran should be in jail. Learn about the upcoming Meet the Author event featuring R. Eric Thomas at the Elkridg…

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Episode 47: An interview with Roseanne A. Brown 37:45

2+ y ago37:45

37:45

Listen in as we interview Roseanne A. Brown New York Times best selling author oif A Song of Wraiths and Ruin. Rosie was born in Ghana and immigrated to the wild jungles of central Maryland as a child. Writing was her first love, and she knew from a young age that she wanted to use the power of writing—creative and otherwise—…

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Episode 14 Celebrate Poetry! 37:00

2+ y ago37:00

37:00

In honor of Poetry Month, our team discusses favorite poems from childhood; the agony of poetry on the MAP tests; great media specialists and a favorite English teacher; and the joys of fan fiction. Discover more great reading recommendations from a poetic manga to a basketball novel-in-verse and enjoy recitations of a few of our favorite poems, in…

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Episode 46: Women's History Happening Now 1:04:38

2+ y ago1:04:38

1:04:38

Episode 46: Women's History Happening Now by Howard County Library SystemBy Howard County Library System

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Episode 13 STEM: Youth & Innovation 35:44

2+ y ago35:44

35:44

Tune in to our lucky 13th episode as the HoCoCast crew interviews the Hexentrics, a local Howard County First Lego League team (1:45). Our podcast team then converses about STEM, school projects and old Disney TV shows (11:45) and recommends a variety of books and media related to the STEM (28.20). Learn more about the Black Eyed Susan contest (33:…

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Episode 45: Wrapping Up 2021 17:47

2+ y ago17:47

17:47

In this episode, we wrap up the past year with a heartfelt thanks to you, our community, and recap two of our in-person fall events complete with shoutouts from you lending your important voices and opinions on HoCo and HCLS favorites. We reflect on the last 12 months with gratitude and appreciation for our customers who stuck with us throughout th…

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Episode 12: Exploring Local Podcasts, Part 2 1:17:22

2+ y ago1:17:22

1:17:22

The HoCoCast team interviews the creators of the podcasts, Party Size! and “Who Cares About College?” in the second part of their exploration of local teen voices. Be inspired by this in-depth segment with Claire, Michelle, and Kamila as we learn the secrets to their podcasting success (1:18). Discover a variety of great movies to watch over winter…

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Episode 11: Exploring Local Podcasts, Part 1 19:51

3y ago19:51

19:51

HoCoCast regular contributors, Abby and Ronan, welcome two new members, Mikhail and Taylor as they discuss a local podcast, 8 Minutes of Music History (0:53); provide review recommendations (7:30); and converse about music, podcasts, and recent reads(12:28). Check out the show notes below for all the details. Show Notes: Interview Links: 8 Minutes …

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Episode 10: Mixtape 34:46

3y ago34:46

34:46

In this episode, HoCoCast looks back on two years of episodes that have brought you local Howard County happenings through engaging interviews and insightful book reviews. Over the past two years, interviews of local leaders, conducted by our teen podcasters, Abby, Baz, Daniel, Emerson, Olivia, and Ronan, have enlightened and entertained our commun…

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