Best Whitby Public Library Podcasts (2024)

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11: The End 25:24

6M ago25:24

25:24

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This month we're reflecting on our podcasting journey, as we come to the end of the Doorway to Discovery podcast. As always, we'll also discuss some new releases along with some "Hidden Gem" titles to catch up on in case you missed them! Find a list of all the titles mentioned in th…

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10: Most Anticipated Reads of 2024 23:45

7M ago23:45

23:45

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This month we're going to be discussing our Most Anticipated Reads of 2024! As always, we'll also discuss some new releases along with some "Hidden Gem" titles to catch up on in case you missed them! Find a list of all the titles mentioned in this episode here: https://whitby.biblio…

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9. Best of 2023 21:41

8M ago21:41

21:41

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This month we're going to be discussing our favourite books of 2023, including our WPL Staff Picks! As always, we'll also discuss some new releases along with some "Hidden Gem" titles to catch up on in case you missed them! Find a list of all the titles mentioned in this episode her…

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8: A Picture's Worth a Thousand Words 29:34

9M ago29:34

29:34

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This month we're going to be discussing picture books and graphic novels in honour of National Picture Book Month! As always, we'll also discuss some new releases along with some "Hidden Gem" titles to catch up on in case you missed them! Find a list of all the titles mentioned in t…

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7: Haunted Houses 30:51

10M ago30:51

30:51

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This month we're going to be discussing Haunted Houses in books! As always, we'll also discuss some new releases along with some "Hidden Gem" titles to catch up on in case you missed them! Find a list of all the titles mentioned in this episode here: https://whitby.bibliocommons.com…

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6. Saved by the Bell 32:58

11M ago32:58

32:58

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This month we're going to be discussing Back to School in Books! As always, we'll also discuss some new releases along with some "Hidden Gem" titles to catch up on in case you missed them! Find a list of all the titles mentioned in this episode here: https://whitby.bibliocommons.com…

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5: Summer Reads 17:53

1y ago17:53

17:53

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This month we're going to be discussing our reading recommendations for Summer! We will be going on a short hiatus until the fall, so we hope you enjoy these summer recommendations in the meantime. As always, we'll also discuss some new releases for July and August along with some "…

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4: Read with Pride 29:19

1y ago29:19

29:19

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This month we're going to be discussing our Pride Month book recommendations. As always, we'll also discuss some new releases for June along with some "Hidden Gem" titles to catch up on in case you missed them! Find all of the titles discussed in this episode here: https://whitby.bi…

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3: Cookbooks 40:28

1+ y ago40:28

40:28

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This month we're going to be discussing comics and graphic novels, along with some recommendations of some new food related titles. As always, we'll also discuss some new releases for May along with some "Hidden Gem" titles to catch up on in case you missed them! Find all of the tit…

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2: Music! 27:34

1+ y ago27:34

27:34

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! We're so excited to have a special guest this month, teaching us all music and its ties to literacy. As always, we'll also discuss some new releases for April along with some "Hidden Gem" titles to catch up on in case you missed them! Find all of the titles discussed in this episode…

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1: True Crime! 32:07

1+ y ago32:07

32:07

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This is the start of Season 3! We're so excited to have a special guest this month, teaching us all about the history of the True Crime genre. As always, we'll also discuss some new releases for March along with some "Hidden Gem" titles to catch up on in case you missed them! Find a…

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10: Black Joy 23:54

1+ y ago23:54

23:54

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This month we're going to be discussing Black History Month, Black Joy in books and Valentines Day. As always, we'll also discuss some new releases for February along with some "Hidden Gem" titles to catch up on in case you missed them! Find all of the titles discussed in this episo…

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9: Comics and Graphic Novels 26:22

1+ y ago26:22

26:22

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This month we're going to be discussing comics and graphic novels, along with some recommendations of some new graphic novel and comic titles. As always, we'll also discuss some new releases for January along with some "Hidden Gem" titles to catch up on in case you missed them! Find…

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8: Best Books of 2022 23:34

1+ y ago23:34

23:34

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This month we're going to be discussing Staff Picks, our personal favourites, and some recommendations from our listeners! Stay tuned to find out some of our recommendations for the Top Books of 2022! Please Note** January's episode will be posted a week later than normal on the 16t…

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7. Neurodivergent Reads 28:26

1+ y ago28:26

28:26

This month we'll give you some fantastic neurodivergent reads, both fiction and non fiction! For a list of books mentioned in this episode, click here! Let us know what you're reading by emailing podcast@whitbylibrary.ca Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | TikTok

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6: Spooky Reads 22:40

2y ago22:40

22:40

This month we'll give you some spooktacular (sorry) reads for Spooky Season! For a list of the titles discussed in this episode, click here! Let us know what you're reading by emailing podcast@whitbylibrary.ca Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | TikTok

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5: Library History 28:25

2y ago28:25

28:25

This month we'll give you some fascinating library history (including the history of our own library!) along with some book recommendations to fill up your To Be Read list! For a list of books discussed in this episode, click here! Let us know what you're reading by emailing podcast@whitbylibrary.ca ! Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | T…

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4: Audiobooks For All! 31:12

2y ago31:12

31:12

**UPDATED** Thank you yo our lovely Listener Chris for letting us know that we uploaded the wrong file! Thank-you, enjoy our thoughts on Audiobooks! Did you say Tom Hanks? Lin Manuel Miranda? That's right, your local library's hiding some gems folks! Ever fallen asleep to the sound of Barack Obama telling a story just for you? Well, tonight pick up…

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3: Fairy Tales and Retellings 29:59

2y ago29:59

29:59

Welcome back, listeners!! This month, we're talking about retellings of Fairy Tales, Myths, and Legends to celebrate the launch of TD Summer Reading Club! Join us for a "Storytime" about retellings as a genre, a discussion about new and exciting titles hitting our shelves, and what books we're currently loving. Let us know what you're reading by em…

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2: Banned Books 33:45

2y ago33:45

33:45

Welcome back!! This month, we're talking about Banned Books and some fantastic LGBTQ+ Reads for Pride! Join us for a "Storytime" about the the history of banned and burned books, a discussion about new and exciting titles hitting our shelves, and what books we're loving. Let us know what you're reading by emailing podcast@whitbylibrary.ca ! Check o…

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1: The Romance Renaissance 40:16

2y ago40:16

40:16

Hello, hello! Welcome to a brand new season and fresh new format of the Whitby Public Library's Doorway to Discovery podcast. This month, we're talking about our favourite genre: ROMANCE. Join us for a "storytime" about the recent resurgence of the romance genre, a discussion about new and exciting titles hitting our shelves, and what books we're l…

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20: Did you say Self-Help? 30:06

2+ y ago30:06

30:06

Hello dear listeners, spring has sprung and so has our 20th episode for the Doorway to Discovery Podcast! This month we're bringing you a list of unconventional self-help reads that got us thinking about how to unburden our minds and become one with ourselves. These might not be the picks you would usually see, but let's embark on our own journey o…

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19: Graphic Novels 30:40

2+ y ago30:40

30:40

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This month we're going to be discussing graphic novels! The Whitby Public Library acknowledges that we are on the Treaty and Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. May we respectfully honour the knowledge and understanding of the Indigenous stewards…

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18: Blind Date with a Book 27:08

2+ y ago27:08

27:08

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This month we're going to be discussing books that were chosen for us by other staff, for a Blind Date with a Book! The Whitby Public Library acknowledges that we are on the Treaty and Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. May we respectfully honou…

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17: Best of 2021 39:59

2+ y ago39:59

39:59

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This month we're going to be discussing our most circulated books, best sellers, and our personal favourites from 2021! The Whitby Public Library acknowledges that we are on the Treaty and Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. May we respectfully h…

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16: Holiday Reads! 37:55

2+ y ago37:55

37:55

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This month we're featuring Holiday reads! Get warm and cozy and let's curl up by a fire and read some festive titles! The Whitby Public Library acknowledges that we are on the Treaty and Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. May we respectfully hon…

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15: Non-Fiction Reads 40:44

2+ y ago40:44

40:44

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This month we chat about non-fiction reads, featuring lots of true crime! The Whitby Public Library acknowledges that we are on the Treaty and Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. May we respectfully honour the knowledge and understanding of the I…

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14: Supernatural Spooky Reads! 52:13

3y ago52:13

52:13

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This month we chat about Supernatural and Spooky reads, just in time for Halloween! The Whitby Public Library acknowledges that we are on the Treaty and Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. May we respectfully honour the knowledge and understandin…

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13: Am I the Drama? 47:57

3y ago47:57

47:57

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This month we chat about the DRAMA genre -- one of the winners of our Instagram survey earlier this year! The Whitby Public Library acknowledges that we are on the Treaty and Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. May we respectfully honour the know…

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12: There's No Mystery Why We Love This Genre! 37:36

3y ago37:36

37:36

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This month we chat about all things mystery, one of the winners of our Instagram survey earlier this year! The Whitby Public Library acknowledges that we are on the Treaty and Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. May we respectfully honour the kno…

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11: Romance Reads 42:47

3y ago42:47

42:47

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This month we chat about all things romance, one of the winners of our Instagram survey earlier this year! The Whitby Public Library acknowledges that we are on the Treaty and Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. May we respectfully honour the kno…

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10: National Indigenous History Month 52:07

3y ago52:07

52:07

This month we talk about some incredible reads that relate to National Indigenous History Month!By Whitby Public Library

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9: Historical Fiction and Beyond 39:49

3y ago39:49

39:49

Welcome back to the official podcast of the Whitby Public Library! This month we talk about great reads in the genre of Historical Fiction... as well as how to find a historical read that's right for you! Recommendations? Comments? Questions? Email us at podcast@whitbylibrary.ca ! Episode 9 Booklist Library To-Go Kits History and Genealogy Database…

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8: Cataloguing in the Library 1:03:04

3+ y ago1:03:04

1:03:04

This week we chat with guest speaker Melissa Adler about cataloguing in the library, and the role the public plays!By Whitby Public Library

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7: The Wheel of Genre 35:40

3+ y ago35:40

35:40

Welcome back to the official podcast of Whitby Public Library! This week we explored different types of genre and how they might not be what you thought they were. Don't forget to let us know what you're reading by emailing podcast@whitbylibrary.ca ! Episode 7 Book List The Brain’s Journey to Resilience DiscoverReads Library To-Go Music: "Memories"…

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6: Queerness in the Library 38:40

3+ y ago38:40

38:40

Welcome back to the official podcast of Whitby Public Library! This week, we talk about our own unique experiences with queerness in libraries. Don't forget to let us know what you're reading by emailing podcast@whitbylibrary.ca ! *BEGINNING JUNE 2022* The Whitby Public Library will be offering a monthly online 2SLGBTQ+ Book Club! Register to disco…

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5: Queer Reads 47:06

3+ y ago47:06

47:06

Welcome back to the official podcast of Whitby Public Library! This week, we talk about queer books ranging from middle-grade fiction to poetry to horror. Queer reading holds a special place in our hearts, and we are so excited to bring these books to you. Don't forget to let us know what you're reading by emailing podcast@whitbylibrary.ca ! *BEGIN…

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4: Public Libraries and the Black Community 37:34

3+ y ago37:34

37:34

Discover how the Whitby Public Library is becoming a more welcoming, inclusive community hub and how we keep our collections diverse. Special guest Marc Samuels (Writer/Podcaster/Film Maker/Youth Worker) joins us to discuss various ways public libraries can support the Black Community. Episode 4 Book List Library To-Go Kits…

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3: Black History Month Reads 54:47

3+ y ago54:47

54:47

This week, we celebrate Black History Month by highlighting incredible books by fabulous Black authors. Tune in to hear some great readers’ advisory, learn something you didn’t know about publishing, and as always, don’t forget to let us know what you’re reading by emailing podcast@whitbylibrary.ca ! Fact Check: Check, Please is not only written by…

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2: What do we do at the Library? 44:55

3+ y ago44:55

44:55

Welcome back to the official podcast of Whitby Public Library! Back to talk about what it is that we do at the library are Erin, Kylie, Shelby, Kate, & Ashlynn. Questions? Email us at podcast@whitbylibrary.ca Check out all the books we talked about on our WPL Suggests List.By Whitby Public Library

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1: Bestsellers and Top Picks of 2020 45:22

3+ y ago45:22

45:22

Welcome to the official podcast of Whitby Public Library! Ringing in the new year are Erin, Kylie, Shelby, Kate, & Ashlynn. Questions? Email us at podcast@whitbylibrary.ca This week we talk about the bestsellers and our top picks of 2020. Check out the links below to find everything we talked about - the books in our collections, and a few of the s…

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