When you think of top sports cities, Omaha may not be the first to come to mind. Omaha's sports legacy is filled with surprising stories, and Coach Sandy Buda joins us to tell them in this episode. From his time coaching at UNO and the Omaha Beef, to his encounters with legends like Marlin Briscoe and Bob Gibson, Coach Buda offers a unique perspect…

On the latest episode of the new title drop, Angela and Melanie kick off spooky season and discuss the can't-miss books hitting the shelves this month. Check out this month's titles and place holds here. Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every month to hear about books we think you should be excited about.…

This week on The Book Drop, we're confessing to the classic books that slipped through the cracks during our school days and exploring what else we should add to our to-be-read lists. All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here. Happening at the Library: Last Remnants of the Past: Guided Workshops, Saturday, Aug. 24,…

This week on The Book Drop, we offer up books with a color in the title for the latest OPL Reading Challenge category and discuss which colors reflect our personalities. All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here. Learn more about OPL’s Reading Challenge here. The Garden Walk, Saturday, Aug. 17, 9:00am – Noon, Flore…

Omaha is booming! But how did we get here? In this episode, Mayor Jean Stothert shares the inside scoop on the city's transformation. In this video, Mayor Stothert shares her insights on the transformation of downtown Omaha, including the redevelopment of the iconic Gene Leahy Mall and the addition of new riverfront parks and entertainment venues. …

This week on the Book Drop, we discuss fun facts for book lovers day, our book loves, and the New York Times list of top books from the 21st century. All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here. Happening at the Library: Book Bash Friday, Aug. 9, 7 pm Remnants of the Past: Guided Workshops, Saturday, Aug. 10, Wednesd…

On the latest episode of the new title drop, Angela and Melanie discuss their favorite summer activities and highlight their picks for titles to check out this month. Check out this month's titles and place holds here. Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every month to hear about books we think you should be excited about.…

Struggling to attract and retain top talent in Omaha? Heath Mello, President of the Greater Omaha Chamber, reveals the city's booming economic growth and why Forbes ranked it the #1 city to move to in 2024. Discover how the Chamber is tackling the talent challenge head-on with initiatives like Intern Nebraska, while highlighting Omaha's vibrant cul…

This week on The Book Drop, we talk about our favorite magazines over the years and the ways you can access more magazine content at OPL. All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here. Happening at the Library: Storytime with String Sprouts, Monday, July 29, 2024, 10:30AM – 11:00AM, Charles B. Washington Branch Medieva…

This week on The Book Drop, we offer up books written by or about a person with a disability for the latest OPL Reading Challenge category and discuss representation in media. All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here. Happening at the Library: Read to a Dog Saturday, July 20, 10:30am-11:30am, Milton R. Abrahams Br…

What does the future look like for Nebraska’s oldest news station in the age of AI? Joining us in this episode is Jim McKernan, Vice President and General Manager of 6 News WOWT to share with us the 75-year history of WOWT. From its early days under Woodmen of the World ownership to iconic figures like Johnny Carson launching their careers there, M…

This week on The Book Drop, we celebrate Omaha's 170th birthday, quiz ourselves on state facts, and discuss our favorite Nebraska reads. This is The Book Drop. All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here. Happening at the Library: Out & About Storytime: Joslyn Castle & Gardens, Monday, July 15, 5:30pm–6:30pm Immigrat…

On the latest episode of the new title drop, Angela and Melanie discuss their favorite summer activities and highlight their picks for titles to check out this month. Check out this month's titles and place holds here. Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every month to hear about books we think you should be excited about.…

How does a radio station stay relevant to continue playing the music you like? In this episode, Gil Cohen sits down with Patrick Combs, CEO of Walnut Media, as he shares his unique path from politics to media and how his distinctive voice led him to success in the industry. With a focus on community connection and local content, Walnut Media is cha…

Are you ready to be inspired and learn from one of Omaha's most successful entrepreneurs? In this episode, Gil is joined by Van Deeb, one of the most driven and accomplished entrepreneurs in Omaha. Van is a business and community leader having led numerous thriving companies. From his 40 years of commission sales experience to his impressive real e…

Welcome to the "Omaha Magazine Podcast - It’s About All of Us," where we peel back the pages to reveal the heart and soul of a community institution. Hosted by Gil Cohen, Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Omaha Magazine. In this episode Gil is joined by Omaha Magazine Publisher Todd Lemke to unveil the rich legacy of Omaha Magazine…

This week on The Book Drop, we bring on a special guest to talk about the history of the American Girl dolls and books, and imagine the American Girl stories we wish existed. All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here. Happening at the Library: Summer Reading Program Keep an eye out for Poppy, OPL's mobile library! …

This week on The Book Drop, we offer up books featuring LGBTQIA+ families for the latest OPL Reading Challenge category and we drag Amy into the world of Bridgerton. All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here.By Omaha Public Library

We talk about reading for your Myers-Briggs Type and discuss the personality tests — or Buzzfeed quizzes — we love most. Happening at the library: Summer Reading Pete the Cat Storytimes Do You Believe in Ghosts? Keep an eye out for Poppy! All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here. MB Types Part 1-TikTok MB Types Pa…

On the latest episode of the New Title Drop, Angela and Melanie discuss the genre-specific podcasts they'd love to host and share their picks for titles to check out this month. Check out this month's titles and place holds here. Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every month to hear about books we think you should be excited about.…

This week on The Book Drop, we discuss food and cooking through the lens of the James Beard Award and share some of our favorite culinary reads with special guest Brian O'Malley. Happening at the library: June 1 | Juneteenth Flag Raising & Luncheon June 1-July 31 | Summer Reading Program Keep an eye out for Poppy at upcoming events! All the books a…

This week on The Book Drop, we offer up books featuring mythology for the latest OPL Reading Challenge category and share which mythological characters we'd want to embody. Happening at the library: Partnership Passes Outreach activities + Poppy Spark Your Story: City Sprouts (intended for ages 11-18) Pres Fest All the books and resources we talk a…

This week on The Book Drop, meet new hosts Maggie and Amy as they share their reading origin stories, discuss pivotal books and provide insights into the podcast's next chapter. Happening at the library: Top Shelf 2023 has launched! Opportunities to join Out & About Storytimes ramp up as summer approaches. Through June 9, a call is open for artists…

On the latest episode of the new title drop, Angela and Melanie discuss the graphic novels that got them interested in the format and share their picks for titles to check out this month. Check out this month's titles and place holds here. Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every month to hear about books we think you should be excited about.…

This week on The Book Drop it's our longest episode ever as Michelle, Anna, Erin, David and Elly get ready to pass on the hosting mics. We test our own TBD knowledge, share some of our favorite memories and get in a few last book recommendations. All the books, movies, TV shows and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here. The Book…

This week on The Book Drop we find out what kind of sharks we are, talk about Shark Heart by Emily Habeck for the latest TBD Book Club and choose an animal we'd like to turn into for query of the week. All the books, movies, TV shows and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here.By Omaha Public Library

This week on The Book Drop we make an announcement, talk about books that fooled us and confront our feelings about April Fool's Day for query of the week. All the books, movies, TV shows and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here. See and answer the next query of the week here --> https://bit.ly/BookDropQuery…

On the latest episode of the New Title Drop the team becomes anxiety-ridden by the idea of spring cleaning their phone app usage and Angela and Melanie share their picks for titles to check out this month. Check out this month's titles and place holds here. Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every month to hear about books we think you should…

On this mini episode of The Book Drop we welcome local author and yoga therapist Susi Amendola to talk about her new book The Centered Heart: Evidence-Based, Mind-Body Practices to Stress Less and Improve Cardiac Health. Susi Amendola's new book The Centered Heart: Evidence-Based, Mind-Body Practices to Stress Less and Improve Cardiac Health will b…

This week on The Book Drop we talk about good books with bad covers, first impressions and our favorite signs of spring for query of the week. Happening at the library: Voting for Omaha Reads 2024 is happening now! This years nominees are: Solito by Javier Zamora Open Throat by Henry Hoke The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride Crow Mary …

This week on The Book Drop a friend of the pod stops by with some St. Patrick's Day Trivia, we share titles for the latest OPL Reading Challenge category and talk about holiday plans for query of the week. Happening at the library: Music Evoking Stories | 12 events between March 1st & April 3rd All the books, movies, TV shows and resources we talk …

This week on The Book Drop we chat about what we've been reading lately, talk about library joy and share what listeners are reading for query of the week. Happening at the library: It's planting season! Learn more about OPL's Common Soil Seed Library and check out our seed library here! All the books, movies, TV shows and resources we talk about i…

On the latest episode of the New Title Drop we share our best books of 2024 so far and Angela and Melanie share their picks for titles to check out this month. Check out this month's titles and place holds here. Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every month to hear about books we think you should be excited about.…

This week on The Book Drop we discuss the wealth of books being publish in March, check in on the OPL Reading Challenge with books about social justice and recommend new holidays for query of the week. Happening at the library: Share your nominations for Omaha Reads 2024. Music Evoking Stories | 12 events between March 1st & April 3rd All the books…

This week on The Book Drop we celebrate Galentine's Day by honoring the complexity of female creeps, mean girls and unlikeable femmes in literature. And we talk about favorite revenge tales for Query of the Week. Happening at the library: All OPL locations (except South Omaha Library) will be closed on February 19th. Virtual Book Bash | Thursday, F…

This week on The Book Drop it's our sesquicentennial! We celebrate with a discussion of our favorite (and not so favorite) trends, tropes, and automatic TBRs. And we ask, what makes you immediately put down a book for query of the week. Happening at the library: All OPL locations (except South Omaha Library) will be closed on February 19th. Virtual…

In the first New Title Drop of the year Anna, Melanie and Angela talk about favorite reading spots and share new titles coming out this month. Check out this month's titles and place holds here. Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every month to hear about books we think you should be excited about.…

This week on The Book Drop we learn which of us is the most dependent on technology and check off our first category in the 2024 OPL Reading Challenge with books about Tech & Culture. We also reminisce about our favorite technology from childhood for query of the week. Happening at the library: The Virginia Frank Memorial Writing Contest is held ea…

This week on The Book Drop we share our personal reading IN & OUT lists for 2024 and try to stay warm with some cozy reads. Happening at the library: Teen Hangout at the Downtown Branch | Tuesday, January 23, 3:30–4:30pm | Downtown Branch Spark Your Story: Precious McKesson | Thursday, January 25, 4:30–5:30pm | Charles B. Washington Branch Brian Co…

This week it's the season 5 premiere of The Book Drop. We take a look back at our 2023 predictions, take some wild swings at 2024 and talk about reading goals for query of the week. Check out these new OPL book clubs: Mood Readers at Downtown on the last Monday of the month, 6:30-7:30 Let’s Get Lit-erary at Bess Johnson Elkhorn on the fourth Monday…

On the latest episode of the New Title Drop, Michelle, Angela and Melanie share their favorite books of the year and talk about new titles heading to shelves this season. This is the New Title Drop for December 2023 and January 2024. Check out this month's titles and place holds here. The Book Drop will return for Season 5 on January 12th, 2024.…

This week, it's the season four finale of The Book Drop. We reflect on our year in reading, share our Spotify Wrapped and talk about best reads of the year for query of the week. Check out all the books we talked on this episode here. Reminder about upcoming library holiday closures: Dec. 24 - closed Christmas Eve Dec. 25 - closed Christmas Jan. 1,…

This week on The Book Drop we offer up book about food for the latest OPL Reading Challenge category and talk about our favorite off the wall flavor combinations of query of the week. Check out the OPL events calendar for these upcoming events: Family Favorites Recipe Swap | Saturday, December 16, 1–4pm | Genealogy & Local History Room Willa Cather…

This week on The Book Drop we relish in the latest library survey data, follow a literary conspiracy theory and check in on the Bad Art Friend for the latest edition of Bookish News. We also talk about our own personal Roman Empires for query of the week. Check out the OPL events calendar for these upcoming events: Willa Cather 150 Series Celebrati…

This week it's the latest edition of The Book Drop Book Club. We revisit our very first book club pick, discuss Diane Marie Brown's Black Candle Women and conjure up our ideal magical powers for query of the week. Check out the OPL events calendar for these upcoming events: Songwriting Workshop with RIKÉ (teen program) | Saturday, November 18, 2023…

On this mini episode of The Book Drop we welcome local author Theodore Wheeler to talk about his latest novel The War Begins in Paris. We also talk about Omaha's growing book community and Dundee Book Company's journey from mobile book cart to literary community hub. Theodore Wheeler's latest book The War Begins in Paris will be published by Little…

On the latest episode of the New Title Drop we share our cozy reading habits and Angela and Melanie share their picks for titles to check out this month. Check out this month's titles and place holds here. Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every month to hear about books we think you should be excited about.…

This week on The Book Drop we talk about what kind of non-librarian library patrons we might be, share titles by Black authors for the latest OPL Reading Challenge category and talk about our favorite books we've read for this year's Challenge for query of the week. Check out the OPL events calendar for these upcoming events: Jane Austen Tea Party …

This week on The Book Drop we share some of the best and worst seasonal jokes, explore the world of horror graphic novels and comics and talk about favorite fall traditions for query of the week. Looking for a book club? Check out OPL's book clubs at omahalibrary.org! All the books, movies, TV shows and resources we talk about in this episode can b…

This week on The Book Drop we recommend titles for some of our favorite characters of the season, are humbled by an internet quiz and talk about our favorite monsters and spooky characters for query of the week. Check out the OPL events calendar for these upcoming events: Downtown Branch Artwork Reception | Saturday, October 28, 2:00pm–4:00pm Tosca…