Fall asleep to classic works of fiction, adapted and narrated to help you relax. Each episode begins with a brief moment of relaxation followed by a quick summary of the prior episode. That way, you can fall asleep whenever you're ready and always stay caught up. Explore our full library of over 70 audiobooks. There is something for everyone! Support our show as a premium member and get access to bonus episodes and ad-free listening.
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To The Library Podcasts
Every Friday, librarians and archivists from the Georgia Tech Library pick a theme and free-associate an hour of music, interviews, and library talk.
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EconTalk: Conversations for the Curious is an award-winning weekly podcast hosted by Russ Roberts of Shalem College in Jerusalem and Stanford's Hoover Institution. The eclectic guest list includes authors, doctors, psychologists, historians, philosophers, economists, and more. Learn how the health care system really works, the serenity that comes from humility, the challenge of interpreting data, how potato chips are made, what it's like to run an upscale Manhattan restaurant, what caused th ...
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The Peabody Award-winning On the Media podcast is your guide to examining how the media sausage is made. Hosts Brooke Gladstone and Micah Loewinger examine threats to free speech and government transparency, cast a skeptical eye on media coverage of the week’s big stories and unravel hidden political narratives in everything we read, watch and hear.
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Atheistic Satanists talk about books that are important to them, fiction and non-fiction and everything in between!
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We read stuff so you don't have to.
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Leadership and Legacy: Conversations at the George Washington Presidential Library
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New from the Washington Presidential Library, Leadership and Legacy invites prominent leaders and historians to reflect on their growth, challenges, and innovative approaches that made them the leaders that they are today, as well as how these questions can be informed by the past — in particular the lessons and legacy of George Washington.
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In the Midnight Library of Baseball, Ben Orlando offers a unique perspective to historic and modern aspects of the game. He does so with no loud music and no jarring sounds. Tune in to discover the untold stories that make baseball so much more than a game.
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Museums, galleries and historic houses are treasure troves of items from the past. But how easy is it at these sites to unknowingly just walk straight past an object with an incredible story to tell? In this podcast series host Ploy Radford talks to the experts at different museums, galleries and historic houses about the most underrated objects in their collection, and unveils some fantastic facts.
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Three stories to expand your worldview, delivered daily. Matt Galloway cuts through a sea of choice to bring you stories that transcend the news cycle. Conversations with big thinkers, household names, and people living the news. An antidote to algorithms that cater to what you already know — and a meeting place for diverse perspectives. In its 20 years, the Current has become a go-to place for stories that shape and entertain us. Released daily, Monday to Friday. The Current is produced in ...
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A podcast for people interested in Libraries and Open Source Communities.
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The programme that explains the present by exploring the past.
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Your Library: A place to be, connect, enrich, create, thrive.
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The Book Drop is a weekly podcast from Omaha Public Library about books, our community and the joy of reading.
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Exploring the practical and exciting alternate realities that can be unleashed through cloud driven transformation and cloud native living and working. Each episode, our hosts Dave, Esmee & Rob talk to Cloud leaders and practitioners to understand how previously untapped business value can be released, how to deal with the challenges and risks that come with bold ventures and how does human experience factor into all of this? They cover Intelligent Industry, Customer Experience, Sustainabili ...
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The tides of American history lead through the streets of New York City — from the huddled masses on Ellis Island to the sleazy theaters of 1970s Times Square. The elevated railroad to the Underground Railroad. Hamilton to Hammerstein! Greg and Tom explore more than 400 years of action-packed stories, featuring both classic and forgotten figures who have shaped the world.
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Investigating every aspect of the food we eat
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Leaders aren’t born, they’re made. This Monday show helps you discover leadership wisdom through insightful conversations. Independently produced weekly since 2011, Dr. Dave Stachowiak brings perspective from a thriving, global leadership academy, plus more than 15 years of leadership at Dale Carnegie. Bestselling authors, expert researchers, deep conversation, and regular dialogue with listeners have attracted 40 million downloads and over 250K followers on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Activ ...
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Welcome to Random Lines Podcast. Your source for the latest library news, staff updates, book recommendations, and whatever else we feel like talking about.
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A bookish podcast that hopes to encourage readers and listeners to delve deeper into their local libraries and bookshops to find treasures among the shelves that go beyond the new releases. Produced by Marmora & Lake Public Library
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Want to learn how to make the most of your reading life? Join Brea Grant and Mallory O’Meara every week as they discuss tips and tricks for reading better! Listeners will learn how to vanquish their To-Be-Read piles, get pointers on organizing their bookshelves and hear reviews on the newest reading gadgets. Brea and Mallory also offer advice on bookish problems. How do you climb out of a reading slump? How do you support authors while still getting books on the cheap? Where do you hide the ...
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European Portuguese short audios to practice your listening comprehension on the go. For rolling captions, full transcripts, and access to the entire library, become a member at Portuguesepedia.com
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It’s basically just a surfer reading about surfing for you to listen to when you’re not surfing. Stay surfing. Check out the library. If you want to help with podcast costs you can donate at: https://buymeacoffee.com/thesurferslibrary
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Join us for a monthly library chat. We'll talk about a variety of library related topics, from books to events, and plans for the future.
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Completely Booked - Official Podcast of the Jacksonville Public Library
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Listen to stories from local Jacksonville residents, learn something new, and get updates about events happening at the Jacksonville Public Library.
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They said it was just a story. A haunting someone imagined. A light in the sky with a rational explanation. Just a noise in the walls. A mistake, a hoax. But over the years these stories seem to persist. And not all of them seem to have easy answers. This is The Tape Library. A collection of the paranormal, the strange, and the unexplained. Each episode examines a different case. These are the stories that keep me awake at night wondering "what if...". Told through immersive documentary styl ...
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Future Knowledge explores the intersection of technology, culture, and information policy with leading authors, scholars, and experts. From copyright and open access to AI and digital preservation, we discuss the big issues shaping knowledge and creativity in the digital age. This podcast is brought to you by the Internet Archive and Authors Alliance.
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The podcast where we hammer home the importance of school libraries. Hosted by RAILS Data Analyst Janette Derucki and IHLS School Library Membership Coordinator Leah Gregory. Can't Shelve This is a product of the Reaching Across Illinois Library System (RAILS) in collaboration with the Illinois Heartland Library System (IHLS).
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Podcast versions of ELH's Tabletop RPG Actual Play Streams. You can check out the visual version of these Actual Plays by going to YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/elhmk1
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Deep in the basement of congregation Sofer Shalom, there’s a dusty library that’s really the home of a magical portal to another world. Join siblings Miri and Micah as they explore a mysterious land, where stories come to life! Enjoy fairytales with unexpected twists and Jewish lessons as Miri, Micah, and their friends, encounter golems, book worms, giants and even talking animals! For full credits and accompanying activities, visit pjlibrary.org/podcast.
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Stories on labor history, Detroit, and Wayne State University
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Fall asleep to the stories that shaped the world. Sleep with History blends rich, immersive tales from the past with the calming rhythm of bedtime narration. From ancient empires to pivotal revolutions, each episode transforms real historical events into atmospheric stories designed to quiet the mind and ease you into restful sleep. Whether you're fascinated by the lives of forgotten queens, the rise of empires, or the quiet moments that sparked world-changing ideas, this is history like you ...
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In this show, the team behind the wildly popular TodayIFoundOut YouTube channel do deep dives into a variety of fascinating topics to help you feed your brain with interesting knowledge.
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Join The New York Public Library and your favorite writers, artists, and thinkers for smart talks and provocative conversations from the nation’s cultural capital.
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A library of erotic stories awaits you, from the sweet and sincere to the salacious and sinful. Written and narrated by Benji2049, this podcast explores sexuality and desire through fiction. Whether you're seeking a release or just a sensuous story to curl up in and cuddle with, you've come to the right place. This show is for adult listeners only.
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Full Volume is the official podcast brought to you by Manchester Libraries. Hosted by Alan Lynch, expect insider stories, celebrity interviews, what's on scoops, tasty book tips, and much, much more. Tune in every month for a new episode.
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The EXPeditions podcasts take you into the worlds of leading thinkers, scholars and scientists. Lively, accessible, reliable, these audio journeys guide you through key terrain in science and society, history, art and all the humanities.
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Libraries aren’t as quiet as they used to be. A podcast for library lovers and the library curious. Book chatter with librarians, community perspectives and author interviews
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The digital library of Koinonia Ministries Indy
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Welcome to Strange Country, a podcast devoted to bizarre, surreal and extraordinary stories that make America the weird place it is. Co-hosts Kelly and Beth are former newspaper reporters turned school librarians who have always had a soft spot for a good story--the stranger the better. Discover the first woman to survive a barrel ride over Niagara Falls and the man who invented “complex marriage” in one of the most successful utopian experiments. Things get weird pretty quickly around here.
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Welcome to Hypnogoria, Britian's longest running horror podcast! Coming to you from the Great Library of Dreams, Mr Jim Moon invites you to take a comfy armchair by the fireside to talk of all things weird and wonderful. Here we discuss strange cinema and spooky television, explore weird fiction and delve into the mysteries of folklore. Plus we also regularly gather by the fireside to hear readings of some classic tales of the strange and the macabre.
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A podcast that chats to a wide variety of Beatle authors and writers. What inspired them to add their entry into a library of over 1000 books?
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** Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks ** Host David Barr Kirtley, author of the book Save Me Plz and Other Stories, talks geek culture with guests such as Neil Gaiman, George R. R. Martin, Richard Dawkins, Simon Pegg, Bill Nye, Margaret Atwood, Neil deGrasse Tyson, and Ursula K. Le Guin. Geek’s Guide to the Galaxy has appeared on recommended podcast lists from NPR, The Guardian, Wired, The A.V. Club, BBC America, CBC Radio, WVXU, io9, Omni, The St ...
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A monthly podcast about books and the people who write them. Packed with reading recommendations, author interviews and insightful advice on finding books for you and your family from the helpful staff at Connected Libraries.
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A weekly storytelling podcast, featuring new fantasy or science fiction or just plain wyrd, wacky, fun stories. Plus: interviews with authors of fantastical fiction. And maybe a giveaway or two. Keep listening to find out about new books, and how to obtain print, ebook or audiobook versions of the complete novel.
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Building a Library: a guide to the best recordings of the greatest classical music. Each week an expert and enthusiast brings along a wide range of recordings of a well-known piece. They explore the music and the different ways of performing it, ending with a recommendation for your library
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Join the librarians of Middle Country as they chat about upcoming programs and events, hear entertaining discussions on what to read, what to watch, and what to do at Middle Country Public Library!
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Henry, our hero, loves to read and explore the world around him with his pet friends, Dogbear, Curry and Birdie. With a special feather bookmark that magically brings books to life, they use books to help find answers to questions and learn about interesting topics. Join us for Henry and his friends’ adventures and the magic they find in reading books.
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Back to School: Academic Libraries and Student Success with Telishia "Tee" Murray. The Library is Open Ep. 55
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It's that time of year again—back to school!!! In this episode of The Library is Open Podcast, we welcome back Telishia "Tee" Murray, Director of Library and Learning Resources at Galveston College's David Glenn Hunt Memorial Library to talk about all things back to school. Tee shares the months-long prep that goes on to ensure student success; the…
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Raquel Willis with Mecca Jamilah Sullivan: The Risk It Takes to Bloom: On Life and Liberation
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In this episode of Library Talks, writer, activist, and speaker Raquel Willis joins Library Talks to discuss her memoir The Risk It Takes to Bloom: On Life and Liberation. She’s joined by fellow writer Mecca Jamilah Sullivan. In The Risk It Takes to Bloom, Raquel Willis recounts with passion and candor her experiences straddling the Obama and Trump…
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In this episode, To The Library is sharing the story of a book collection that was co-created with a patron at the Marmora & Lake Public Library. We will also hear an original poem by area writer Mary-Elizabeth. Books & Films Mentioned: The Global Forest Forty Ways Trees Can Save Us - Diana Beresford-Kroeger The Sweetness of the Simple Life - Diana…
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Faisal Devji - How Islam came to be a global phenomenon
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Faisal Devji, Professor of Indian History at the University of Oxford, discusses the rise of global Islam. About Faisal Devji "I’m Professor of Indian History at the University of Oxford. My interest is in the intellectual history of India and Pakistan, as well as in political thought, specifically the political thought of modern Islam." Key Points…
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The Tape Library is a documentary-style series exploring the paranormal, the strange, and the unexplained. Each episode blends immersive storytelling with firsthand accounts and historical research. From haunted houses to UFOs and forgotten legends, it investigates the line between myth and reality. Because in the end, everywhere has a ghost story.…
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Episode 650: How To Write a Book About Notebooks
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Guest: Roland Allen, author of The Notebook: A History of Thinking on Paper First broadcast August 8 2025. Transcript at https://hdl.handle.net/1853/78513 Playlist here "So I have to go by what Leonardo said..."
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It’s been nearly 50 years since invasive American Signal Crayfish were introduced to the UK, and we still haven’t figured out how to get rid of them. Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall joins Sheila Dillon to meet a man who believes the way to control their spread is to get more people eating them — but not everyone’s convinced. These crustaceans are so in…
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Samurai Culture in Feudal Japan (1185-1868)
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As twilight embraces feudal Japan, we wander through the serene yet potent ethos of Bushido, the way of the warrior, a code shaping every breath of the Samurai—beyond the battlefield into the whispered realms of honor and duty. These warriors, entrenched in a society ripe with hierarchy and reverence, navigated through pledges of loyalty and frugal…
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I'm joined by Peter Doggett for this special episode as we look back over his entire career. Peter began writing for Record Collector magazine in 1980 and was also engaged in work for Beatles Monthly, meaning he was soon in the sphere of many Beatle adjacent people. By the late 1990's he had become a renowned author and his books 'The Art and Music…
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Can libraries stop AI slop from flooding their shelves?
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AI slop is everywhere - and now it’s hitting libraries. AI-generated books are slipping into library catalogues and even landing on physical shelves. Some are so polished that even librarians are fooled. We hear from journalist Emanuel Maiberg on how this industry is exploding, and from Laura Winton, executive director of the Manitoba Library Assoc…
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Why Gen Z is picking up their grandma’s hobbies
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Knitting isn’t just for grannies anymore. From quilting to pickling to crocheting, “grandma hobbies” are making a comeback, especially among Gen Z. Clinical psychologist and therapeutic knitting instructor Mia Hobbs explains why these old-fashioned pastimes soothe the nervous system, help people unplug, and may even rewire our brains for better men…
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We love the podcast History Daily, a co-production from award winning podcasters Airship and Noiser, so we're presenting two episodes with a very similar theme -- pirates! -- July 6, 1699. The arrest of Captain William Kidd ends the reign of plunder of one of history's most infamous pirates and sparks rumors of buried treasure -- November 16th, 172…
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Season #11: PENELOPE'S STORY, by Michelle L. Levigne Episode 02
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Send us a text Welcome to a new episode of Ye Olde Dragon's Library storytelling podcast! Season 11 features a new scene every other day from an upcoming release. This project isn't titled yet -- want to help come up with the title? The working title is PENELOPE'S STORY, and relates how Penelope, cousin of Helen of Troy, met and married Odysseus, k…
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On Book Matters today Janine chats to Adelaide writer Leonie Kelsall. We chat about her latest rural fiction novel, The path through the Coojong trees. We also talk about her writing and why she also writes under a pseudonym Courtney then chats to Victorian crime writer Matt Rogers who has self published 36 novels and how he has transitioned to bei…
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Building Team Visibility, with Mel Rivera
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Dave speaks with Mel Rivera, an alum of the Coaching for Leaders Academy, on how she built visibility for her team. Applications to the Coaching for Leaders Academy will open the first week of September. Visit the Academy page to request an early invitation.By Dave Stachowiak
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Ep 425 - Should You Gift Books to Nonreaders?
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Brea and Mallory debate about gifting books to nonreaders. Plus, they give advice on when you receive a book gift you don’t want, and recommend locked room mysteries! Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com! Reading Glasses Merch Recommendations Store Sponsors - ZocDoc www.zocdoc.com/GLASSES Green Chef www.greenchef.com/50GLASSES CODE: 5…
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Para Power: How Paraprofessional Labor Changed Education
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Dr. Nick Juravich discusses the experiences of the first-generation of paraprofessional educators in New York City in the 1960s-1980s and their impact on the city’s educational system, community relations, and public sector unions. Juravich is an Assistant Professor of History at the University of Massachusetts Boston and author of Para Power: How …
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New DVD Releases + Back to School Study Resources | Ep. 393
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This week Sara previews exciting September DVD releases, including "Ballerina," "Jurassic World Rebirth," "28 Years Later," "M3GAN 2.0," "The Life of Chuck," "Clown in a Cornfield," "Superman," and "The Surfer." Caroline also shares valuable back-to-school resources for kids, like Brainfuse for live homework help, and Britannica for research.…
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Life under fire: One family’s plea from Gaza
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Israel is weighing a ceasefire proposal that could pause nearly two years of war in Gaza, but it’s also preparing to send tens of thousands of troops into Gaza City. Among those waiting anxiously are the Abushbak family, Canadian permanent residents trapped in Gaza. Karim Abushbak shares what daily life is like for his family as they plead for help…
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Should Canada end animal testing in medical research?
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Ontario Premier Doug Ford says he’ll crack down on labs using cats and dogs in experiments after revelations that beagles were subjected to heart attack studies at St. Joseph’s Health Care in London, Ontario. The case has ignited debate over the role of animals in science. We hear from animal bioethicist Andrew Fenton, Western University researcher…
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Tonight, Elizabeth reads "Jill" Volume 2 Chapters 13 by E.A Dillwyn published in 1884. Are you loving The Sleepy Bookshelf? Show your support by giving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Vote on upco…
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600. Steph Grossman, co-host of The Basement Girls
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In this special 600th episode David Barr Kirtley interviews his wife Steph Grossman, short story writer and co-host of the Basement Girls horror podcast. Ad-free episodes are available to our paid supporters over at patreon.com/geeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy David Barr Kirtley
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Eugene Rogan - The dynamic of changes in the Arab world
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Eugene Rogan, Director of St. Antony’s College Middle East Centre, examines recent Muslim movements throughout the Arab world. About Eugene Rogan "I am Professor of Modern Middle Eastern History at Oxford, and Director of the Middle East Centre at St Antony’s College. My field is the modern history of the Arab world. I focus primarily on the 19th a…
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The Sandown Clown Girl Has Been Found – And She Says It Happened Again
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The Sandown Clown case is one of the strangest paranormal mysteries ever recorded. In 1973, two children claimed to meet a bizarre entity on the Isle of Wight known as Sam the Clown. Now, new information has come to light. A man says he has found the girl from the original encounter, and according to her, she had multiple encounters with Sam throug…
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The spice trade: Culinary Exchange That Shaped the World (Middle Ages)
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As night draws its velvet curtain around us, we journey back through the whispers of time to the age when spices were as precious as gold, swirling through the Medieval marketplaces and palaces, igniting the fires of empires and economies. In our passage, we traverse the serene waters of the Venetian Republic where opulent galleys laden with cloves…
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The Forgotten Shock Jock Who Paved the Way for Rush Limbaugh
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This week, we're airing part two of a documentary series, courtesy of Radio Diaries, about three radio personalities who had huge audiences in their time, but today, are largely forgotten. These days, we’re used to media that thrives on conflict, that amplifies the most outrageous voices in the room. It’s something we often trace back to shock jock…
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Weighted vests are everywhere from TikTok to walking trails and sidewalks in your neighbourhood. Advocates say they burn calories, improve cardiovascular fitness, and even protect bone density. But are they really worth the hype? We hear from fitness trainer Kalli Youngstrom on why she loves them, and muscle physiology researcher Lauren Colenso-Sem…
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A son's fight to save his mother from the Taliban
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Four years after the Taliban retook Kabul, Afghan refugees are facing deportation from countries where they sought safety. Ottawa resident Noorullah Hakemi fears his mother could be forced back to Afghanistan, where she was beaten by Taliban guards and left with broken bones. He tells us about his family’s fight to bring her to Canada before it’s t…
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The Air Canada strike is over. Who won, and what comes next?
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After three days of grounded flights, Air Canada has reached a tentative deal with its 10,000 flight attendants. The agreement includes pay for work done on the ground. Labour studies professor Alison Braley-Rattai joins us to explain why this strike could set a precedent for other workers, and what Ottawa’s quick move to end the walkout says about…
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Season #11: PENELOPE'S STORY, by Michelle L. Levigne Episode 01
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Send us a text Welcome to a new episode of Ye Olde Dragon's Library storytelling podcast! Season 11 features a new scene every other day from an upcoming release. This project isn't titled yet -- want to help come up with the title? The working title is PENELOPE'S STORY, and relates how Penelope, cousin of Helen of Troy, met and married Odysseus, k…
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Next Reads: "The Queen Bees of Tybee County"
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The Queen Bees of Tybee County by Kyle Casey ChuRead alikes:Martin McLean, Middle School Queen by Alyssa ZaczekEli Over Easy by Phil StamperAva on the Edge by A.J. SassBy North Liberty Library
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“If you could go anywhere in the world…” That’s how Flávio starts this chat with Nuno. Originally published here with rolling captions and ✨ Elvira Quizzes. --- Get rolling captions, full transcripts, and access to the entire library—become a member at Portuguesepedia.By Portuguesepedia / Pedro C
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The kids pop over to Mashal to deliver some Rosh Hashanah cards (and try to cheer up Jacob). While Mama Bear and Mary Quite Contrary prepare for a seder, the kids learn all about the simanim, symbolic foods of Rosh Hashanah, and receive some perfect advice for starting the year off right. Credits Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library. P…
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How smartphones took over our lives and how you can take back control
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Got bad phone habits? We know being on our phones too much isn’t good for us, especially for kids. Yet we all keep scrolling and scrolling and scrolling. Kaitlyn Regehr, author of Smartphone Nation, explains how our devices are designed to be addictive, and shares practical, effective tips for what parents can do to help kids build healthier habits…
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Will Trump’s peace push force Ukraine to give up territory?
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U.S. President Donald Trump says peace in Ukraine is “very attainable” after hosting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders at the White House just days after meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska. Trump has floated security guarantees for Ukraine, but also suggested Kyiv may need to give up territory. Ivanna…
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Tonight, Elizabeth reads "Jill" Volume 2 Chapters 12 by E.A Dillwyn published in 1884. Are you loving The Sleepy Bookshelf? Show your support by giving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Vote on upco…
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Tim Ferriss on Tim Ferriss (and much much more)
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Cold plunges. Exogenous ketones. Pu-erh tea--but hold the breakfast: it's all par for the morning routine, at least if you're entrepreneur, self-experimenter, and king of the lifehacks, Tim Ferriss. From how he manages the challenges of his celebrity to how he manages to stay in great shape; how he does--and when he doesn't--harness the power of AI…
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The Byzantine Empire: A Cultural Melting Pot (330-1453 AD)
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In the tranquil depths of the Byzantine Empire, we wander through the rich kaleidoscope of Constantinople, where art and architecture meld under the celestial dome of the Hagia Sophia. Here, religious narratives are brightly woven into intricate mosaics and solemn icons, reflecting a society deeply intertwined with its faith yet marked by profound …
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In this episode, Ligeia, Leraje, Pike and Lithos talk about reading 'Sundial' by Catriona Ward. Special thanks to Bohema for the excellent outro music! Episode Transcript (PDF) Sundial on OpenLibrary.org Our review on StorygraphBy The Devil's Librarians
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What does Pierre Poilievre’s Alberta byelection mean for Canadian politics?
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Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre is anticipated to win today’s byelection in Alberta’s Battle River–Crowfoot, one of the safest Conservative seats in the country. But with more than 200 independent candidates on the ballot and separatist sentiment simmering in the province, analysts say the campaign offers clues on what to expect when Parliamen…
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What does Air Canada’s illegal strike mean for passengers and workers?
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Air Canada flight attendants say they will defy a federal back-to-work order and remain on strike, as more than 100,000 passengers face cancellations and disruptions. We hear from passenger Laurie Panagiotou, who spent thousands rebooking a family vacation, and aviation expert John Gradek on what’s at stake for workers, the airline, and the governm…
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Season #11: PENELOPE'S STORY, by Michelle L. Levigne Preview
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Send us a text Welcome to a new episode (and a new season) of Ye Olde Dragon's Library storytelling podcast! Season 11 features a new scene every other day from an upcoming release. This project isn't titled yet -- want to help come up with the title? The working title is PENELOPE'S STORY, and relates how Penelope, cousin of Helen of Troy, met and …
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745: How Music Can Help Us Lead, with Mort Sherman
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Mort Sherman: Resonant Minds Mort Sherman is the retired Senior Associate Executive Director of the American Association of School Administrators, known for his visionary leadership as a superintendent dedicated to elevating academic standards and promoting equitable education. Throughout his career, he championed initiatives that addressed achieve…
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Tonight, Elizabeth reads "Jill" Volume 2 Chapters 11 by E.A Dillwyn published in 1884. Are you loving The Sleepy Bookshelf? Show your support by giving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Vote on upco…
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Bonus Episode: Rounders Host Jeffrey Lambert Stops by the Library
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I sit down with Jeffrey Lambert to have a fun debate about whether or not certain players should be included on record lists, and whether we should be comparing players from different eras in the first place. You can find the Rounders podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rounders-a-history-of-baseball-in-america/id1415099174. And you ca…
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When magazines first emerged, they were the preserve of an elite who could afford to pay for them. But as time went on, the cost of paper fell, printing technology became more streamlined, literacy improved and would-be publishers spotted an opportunity to connect with audiences hungry for information and entertainment. Magazines found a place to a…
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First broadcast August 15, 2025. Playlist here "Educate the educators."
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Epilogue 212: Books Our Central Library Artists Love
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This week on The Book Drop, we dig a little deeper with our Central Library artists as they reveal the reads that have fueled their art. All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast. Happening at the Library: Stories After Dark Showcase | Friday, August 15, 6:00PM – 9:00 PM at M…
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