Best Brooklyn Public Library Podcasts (2024)

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PLA FYI Podcast 81 - Workplace Burnout 19:56

17h ago19:56

19:56

In this episode we are talking about workplace burnout. It's a growing issue in many professions, including our own, and it can have serious consequences for both individuals and organizations. Our guests are Ris Labib and Amber Salmon, both Adult Services Librarians from the Akron-Summit County Public Library in Ohio. They've been looking into wor…

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Rebroadcast: Blocks and Brownstones 24:57

9d ago24:57

24:57

Bedford-Stuyvesant is perhaps one of Brooklyn’s most iconic neighborhoods. Its tree-lined streets and grand brownstones have been here for over 150 years. This episode, a re-broadcast from 2019, tells the story of Bed-Stuy through the lives of three women who set down roots here in different ways: activist Hattie Carthan, writer Paule Marshall, and…

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Bed-Stuy Tea: An Interview with Cookbook Author Nicole A. Taylor 29:14

1M ago29:14

29:14

Splitting her time between Athens, Georgia and Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, Nicole A. Taylor is a food writer and author of several cookbooks. She sat down with BPL’s Bed-Stuy Tea podcast to discuss finding and preserving her Southern voice, the pleasures of restaurant research, and her favorite local spots to eat and drink. Read a transcript of this episod…

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Explore Your City This Summer! 11:38

2M ago11:38

11:38

It's summer and school's out! No matter what age you are, you can spend your summer at the library with book lists and activities galore. We go over the facts and stats of BPL's popular Culture Pass program, which has helped thousands of New Yorkers visit museums and performance spaces in the city ... for free! Read a transcript of the episode here…

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FYI Podcast 80 - True Crime Podcast Discussion Groups at the Library 17:54

3M ago17:54

17:54

True crime podcasts have captured the fascination of audiences worldwide, with their gripping narratives and captivating storytelling. According to a 2023 Pew Research study of the U.S. podcast market, nearly a quarter of top-ranked titles in America focused on true crime stories. The same study also showed that true crime topics make up nearly a q…

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Drag Story Hour 14:53

3M ago14:53

14:53

Brooklyn Public Library has been hosting Drag Story Hours since 2016. It's one of our most popular, colorful, and well-attended events for kids. In this episode, we explore why Drag Story Hour is important, and how it’s had to change in recent years in response to an increasingly tense political climate. More resources: June is Pride Month! Celebra…

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Afro Deepness 05272024 2:13:02

3M ago2:13:02

2:13:02

Nirvana - Tiyani feat. Josh MeckMagic In Music - Zephan feat. SabzWaiting for Your Love (Markdean Visions Extended Remix) - Anna-Marie JohnsonFuna Wena - HypaphonikSabela - Cebow M & XoliSoulMFDarling - Shimza & Aloe BlaccWhat's Your Tempo - LukaMusic feat. Griffith Malo Blomst - Meera (NO)Stomp - Orlam, SoulBee, Vencer CafeWake Up (DJ Timbawolf fe…

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FYI 79 The Role Of Libraries In Navigating An AI - Empowered Future 17:12

3M ago17:12

17:12

In this episode of FYI, the Public Libraries Podcast, we delve into the potentially transformative impact of AI on public libraries. Our guest is Juan Rubio, Digital Media and Learning Expert at the Seattle Public Library. Juan provides insights from his article, "The Role of Libraries in Navigating an AI-Empowered Future," which was featured in th…

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Say His Name: Arthur Miller 17:10

4M ago17:10

17:10

Outside of Brooklyn, Arthur Miller's name has largely faded from memory. On this episode, we tell the story of the Black community leader who was killed by NYPD chokehold in 1978, the movement pushed forward as a result of his death, and the ways that Brooklyn Public Library’s Center for Brooklyn History helps to keep the story alive. Further resou…

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When the Library's a Stage 16:50

4M ago16:50

16:50

Listen in on one of BPL's most popular art programs: a theater workshop where, once a week, budding thespians come together to read plays, talk about character motivations, and dig into some surprisingly emotional and political topics. Read a transcript of this episode on our website. Join fellow thespians at Central Library's theater workshop. Or,…

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FYI 78 Brooklyn Public Library - Library Card Access Study 18:13

4M ago18:13

18:13

In this episode, Kathleen Hughes, PLA, talks with Amy Mikel, Director of Customer Experience at the Brooklyn Public Library. Amy shares the catalyst for the Cardholder Signup Practices study—the Books Unbanned initiative—and how it spurred their curiosity to examine library access and then walks us through the study's objectives and key findings, s…

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The Real Fiyah 04212024 2:12:33

4M ago2:12:33

2:12:33

Playlist:1) Lo Hi Fi (Ron Trent Remix) - Idan Hana2) Sunshine (Mark Francis Remix) - Tumelo3) Fire Calls (Booker T Afro House Vocal Mix) - Ada Morghe & Booker T. 4) I'm Caught Up (In a One Night Love Affair) [John Morales M+M Vocal Mix] - Jocelyn Brown5) Orbit - DJ Beloved6) Give It Up (Shelter Mix) - Sade7) Forget The Stress (Patrick Wilson Edit) …

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Rebroadcast: Secret Lives of Librarians 16:49

5M ago16:49

16:49

We revisit an episode from January 2021 in honor of National Library Workers Day, and ask: what do librarians do all day? When they're not planning programs or working the reference desk, these librarians are also obscure trivia players, birders and ... sword fighters! Read a transcript here. Have a minute? Vote for Borrowed and Banned in the Webby…

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Kerv's Klassix 03232024 4:04:45

5M ago4:04:45

4:04:45

Kerv's Klassix 03232024 by DJ KERVYN MARKBy DJ KERVYN MARK

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Kervs Klassix Live @ Loft 51 3/22/2024 3:10:33

5M ago3:10:33

3:10:33

DJ Kervyn Mark LIVE Set at Loft 51 featuring Underground House & Club Classics. This was his solo set and he took all present along on a musical journey! The NYC Underground Club/House music scene is NOT defined by on a sound, sub-genre, one venue, and one music production brand. WE clubgoers have travelled through many sound portals and thrown dow…

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Bridging the Gap 12:28

6M ago12:28

12:28

Teens and older adults are perhaps the two age groups you might think have the least in common. But a new program at BPL seeks to bring the two generations together ... by having them debate. Read a transcript of this episode on our web page. Resources mentioned on this episode: Learn more about services for older adults at BPL and programs for tee…

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FYI 77 - Navigating PLA 2024 Conference - Tips for Small and Rural Library Workers 16:02

6M ago16:02

16:02

In this episode we're tackling a topic close to the hearts of many public librarians: navigating the Public Library Association Conference. But we're taking a unique angle – focusing on the perspective of attendees from small and rural libraries. Joining host Kathleen Hughes, PLA, is Jennie Garner, Library Director, at the North Liberty (IOWA) Publ…

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Browse the Branches 14:24

6M ago14:24

14:24

Brooklyn has 62 neighborhood libraries, each with a distinct architecture, culture, and soul. To kick off the new season and to celebrate our audio stories coming home to Brooklyn, we'll take a tour of the borough with the help of our neighborhood libraries and some of our stalwart patrons who visited all 62 of them ... in a matter of days! Read a …

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FYI 76 - Unlocking Student Loan Forgiveness: Navigating Changes and Driving Systemic Reform 17:19

7M ago17:19

17:19

In this episode, we delve into the realm of federal government student loan repayment programs with our expert guest, Kyra Hahn, a librarian at the Denver Public Library. Kyra has successfully navigated the public service student loan forgiveness process and is here to shed light on recent changes introduced by the Biden Administration.Kyra will al…

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Kerv's Klassix pt1 2:09:24

7M ago2:09:24

2:09:24

Kerv's Klassix pt1 by DJ KERVYN MARKBy DJ KERVYN MARK

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Kerv's Klassix Pt 2 2:15:16

7M ago2:15:16

2:15:16

Kerv's Klassix Pt 2 by DJ KERVYN MARKBy DJ KERVYN MARK

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FYI 75 - Read Romance, Fight Patriarchy 12:49

8M ago12:49

12:49

In this episode of FYI, The Public Libraries Podcast, Kathleen Hughes, PLA, hosts Lori Leiberman, a Teacher/Librarian from Lincoln High School in Portland, Oregon, as they explore the intricate dynamics of the romance genre, and Lieberman's upcoming PLA conference program, "Read Romance/Fight Patriarchy." The conversation navigates the popularity a…

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FYI 74 - Black History Month Programming with Dr. Grace Jackson-Brown and Dr. Deborah Robinson 18:24

9M ago18:24

18:24

Today we are talking with Researchers at the University of Michigan Institute for Social Research who have received a grant to study Black History Month Programming in Public Libraries. This three year project is the first national study to assess the content, scope, and factors influencing Black History Month offerings at public libraries in the U…

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The Challenge 29:48

9M ago29:48

29:48

Student activists in York, Pennsylvania organized a silent protest when hundreds of books were banned from their classrooms, paving the way for lasting change in their community. In this final episode of the series, we tackle the challenge head-on: from encouraging open dialogue about the books on our shelves to the ongoing work of protecting the f…

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On the Frontlines 26:20

9M ago26:20

26:20

Library workers often risk their livelihoods when they speak out against censorship, spurring community members to pick up the fight for intellectual freedom. We tell the story of how one Louisiana parish came together to defend their library amidst book challenges, tip lines, and even sign burning. Read the transcript here. Our call to action for …

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An Interview with Maia Kobabe 19:06

9M ago19:06

19:06

Maia Kobabe's debut memoir, Gender Queer, was the most frequently banned book in 2021 and 2022. We talked with em about what it's like to be on the recieving end of so many challenges, and the importance of public libraries. Read the transcript here. More resources: Check out Gender Queer. Find Maia's resources for defending Gender Queer, and eir r…

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Beloved Blues 24:06

10M ago24:06

24:06

Despite being one of the most frequently banned authors, Toni Morrison’s work has inspired countless others to tell stories outside the mainstream. We take a closer look at Morisson's writing, her legacy, and her impact on the anti-censorship movement. Read the transcript here. Our call to action for this episode: Learn how you can support and defe…

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REV PLA FYI Podcast 73 - Beekeeping V2 11:57

10M ago11:57

11:57

Dive into the buzzworthy world of library beekeeping with our latest episode featuring Amber Lawvor, Librarian at the Salt Lake City Public Library. Discover the ins and outs of their successful beekeeping program, from beginner tips to creative programming and community engagement ideas. Whether you're contemplating introducing bees to your librar…

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An Interview with George M. Johnson 16:33

10M ago16:33

16:33

George M. Johnson talks about their debut Young Adult memoir All Boys Aren't Blue, the support of their family, their love of Toni Morrison, and the importance of standing against book bans. Read the transcript here. Resources: Check out All Boys Aren't Blue by George M. Johnson. Read about Johnson's family supporting their book when it was challen…

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Battle of the Classics 20:45

10M ago20:45

20:45

Our call to action for this episode: Talk about the books that are important to you, even if they aren’t challenged. Stay informed about what books are being challenged in your area by subscribing to Book Riot's Literary Activism Newsletter. Each week, journalist Kelly Jensen writes about the latest in book banning trends, stories, and reports from…

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An Interview with Mike Curato 17:56

10M ago17:56

17:56

Mike Curato talks about his award-winning graphic novel Flamer, his writing practice, and how it feels to have his story vaulted into national headlines as parents, politicians, and school boards campaign to remove his book from school and library shelves. Read the transcript here. Resources: Check out Flamer from BPL, or other books by Mike Curato…

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Of Parents and School Boards 28:12

10M ago28:12

28:12

Over the past few years, school board races have become more heated and more political — and books have become the center of that political storm. We look at what happened in Keller, Texas when an ultra-conservative group took over the school board. You can read a transcript of this episode here. Our call to action for this episode: Find out when t…

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This Day in Esoteric Political History: United States vs One Book Called Ulysses (1933) 20:53

11M ago20:53

20:53

It’s an off-week for Borrowed and Banned, but we do have something special to share. We’re doing a collaboration with PRX’s Radiotopia, and they sent along an episode from one of their shows that is really relevant to our series. This Day in Esoteric Political History is a podcast that tells the story of one moment from US history that took place o…

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