We are continuing with our suspense and spooky theme for this week's episode. Today we are speaking with bestselling author Vanessa Lillie about her new book," For the Best ", The novel was released at the beginning of September and instantly became a "must read" for both Popsugar and Crimereads . For another civics segment, Ryan and Jigisha discuss the steps involved in becoming a US citizen and much more. Links: Blacktop Wasteland by SA Cosby US Citizen and Immigration Services Naturalization ...
Oct 09, 2020•39 min•Ep. 46
The most frightfully fun season is here and the KPL Podcast is kicking off October with a "Nevermore!" Jigisha chats with Enrica Jang of the Poe House & Museum about the life of Edgar Allan Poe and this weekend's Poe International Festival. We speak with bestselling author Wendy Walker about her latest thriller "Don't Look For Me!" and much more! Don't miss this jampacked episode. Links Don't Look for me by Wendy Walker The Bright Lands by John Fram Poe International Festival...
Oct 02, 2020•52 min•Ep. 45
Banned Books Week runs from Sept 27th to Oct 3rd and the KPL Podcast is celebrating the event with a visit from Professor Lisa Hoppenjans of the First Amendment Clinic . She will be discussing some of the history and practice of banning books and censorship. Jigisha and Ryan will also be discussing frequently challenged classics that have had lasting impact. Don't ban this episode because it's sure to be a good one! American Library Association Catcher in the Rye by JD Salinger Lord of the Flies...
Sep 25, 2020•35 min•Ep. 44
The KPL Podcast is celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month with another wonderful episode! Award winning author and poet Elizabeth Acevedo joins us to talk about her latest book " Clap When You Land " and treats us to a reading! Fellow librarian Maggie Miller also drops by with some of her favorite recommendations from amazing Hispanic authors. All this and much more can be enjoyed wherever you get your podcasts. Happy listening! Recommendations On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuon...
Sep 18, 2020•23 min•Ep. 42
Another exciting episode of the KPL Podcast is coming right atcha! We are joined by local author Laura Miller with her most recent title " The Dream ." Additionally 2020 Census enumerator Dan Brower stops by to answer our question "Why is the census so vital?" along with many others. Plus Ryan learns about the wonder that is Jane Austen. All this and more! The KPL Podcast is available wherever you enjoy your podcast. Happy listening. 2020 Census Books mentioned during the episode Love in the Tim...
Sep 11, 2020•25 min•Ep. 41
Hello, We have another jammed packed KPL Podcast episode ready just for you! Join author Jasmine Warga as she discusses her latest title " Other Words for Home ". Also Nancy Price of the League of Women Voters visits to answer our questions about mail-in voting. Lastly, for National Wildlife Day, Jigisha and I share some furry friend recommendations. Happy Listening Vote 411 Missouri Secretary of State St. Louis County Board of Elections St Louis Area Voter Protector Coalition Books Mentioned in...
Sep 04, 2020•51 min•Ep. 40
Welcome back Kirkwood. As we are bidding adieu to August and the 2020 election season is in full swing, Jigisha and Ryan dive into another civic segment, particularly citizen engagement with Podcaster Gabe Fleisher. Additionally, they have another exciting special guest! Kim Johnson will be dropping by to discuss her debut title " This Is My America " Wake up to Politics Punching the Air by Ibi Zooboi and Yusef Salaam Raybearer by Jordan Ifueko Legendborn by Tracy Deonn Caste by Isabel Wilkerson...
Aug 28, 2020•37 min•Ep. 39
Welcome back. This week Ryan and Jigisha visit the children's library. The first place winner of the "I Survived" Short Story Contest will read her story for us. Please visit the KPL Digital Archives to read entries from all the talented young writers. Next we speak with author Eileen Moskowitz-Palma regarding her latest book " Camp Clique " . This is a fun episode that will take you back to your summer camp days. Books mentioned in podcast Save the Cat Writes by Jessica Brody Becoming by Michel...
Aug 21, 2020•47 min•Ep. 38
This episode of the KPL Podcast takes a look at two of our favorite topics. Books and Lifelong Learning. So we are joined by " Crazy Rich Asians " author, Kevin Kwan to discuss his latest novel " Sex and Vanity . " Then stick around for the next offering in our ongoing civics segment as we discuss elections with Missouri Secretary of State , Jay Ashcroft. Enjoy this episode that is equal parts entertaining and educational! Books mentioned in the Podcast 1. A Room with a View by E.M. Forester 2. ...
Aug 14, 2020•50 min•Ep. 37
Welcome to the paranormal romance themed episode of the KPL Podcast! This week we are joined by national bestselling and local author Laurell K. Hamilton, we will be discussing the newest title in the Anita Blake: Vampire Hunter series, Sucker Punch! Jigisha and Ryan will also recommend some of their favorite supernatural romance titles and discuss future programming. This episode of the KPL Podcast is one to sink your fangs into!Recommendations:1. Pitbull by Bronwen Dickey2. Pack of Two by Caro...
Aug 06, 2020•40 min•Ep. 36
Welcome back. It's the library episode, Ryan and Jigisha interview MLA president Cindy Dudenhoffer. She discusses the importance of libraries in our communities and how libraries are adaptable and evolve to continue to provide access to resources. For the virtual conference visit www.molib.org Next we interview bestselling author Fiona Davis about her new book, The Lions of 5th Ave. A historical fiction and mystery set in the New York Public Library. Please visit her website to learn about the l...
Jul 30, 2020•41 min•Ep. 35
It's time for another exciting adventure of the KPL Podcast. This week we speak with author and podcaster Clint McElroy of the Adventure Zone. We discuss his most recent title Adventure Zone Vol 3: Petals to the Metal. Jigisha and Ryan also provide fantasy themed recommendations, upcoming program information, and much more. Even everyone's favorite cleric Merle Highchurch makes a visit. This laughter filled episode is ready for you to enjoy! Website: www.themcelroy.family Books mentioned in the ...
Jul 23, 2020•36 min•Ep. 34
Welcome to another episode of the KPL podcast. Ryan and Jigisha will also provide their #ownvoices recommendations this week. The Library has a great collection of ownvoices titles. This week we speak to One Author One Kirkwood Lisa See. She'll discuss her most recent book, Island of Sea Women". Please listen and learn more about the amazing female divers of the Island of Jeju. Please visit her website: www.lisasee.com , Instagram: lisasee_writer, Facebook: lisaseebooksRecommendations1. Interpre...
Jul 17, 2020•34 min•Ep. 33
In this week's episode Ryan and Jigisha talk about historical fiction novels. They have some great recommendations for you if you love that genre of books. They also interview bestselling author Kim Michele Richardson on her latest book, Book Woman of Troublesome Creek. This book is Inspired by the true blue-skinned people of Kentucky and the brave and dedicated Kentucky Pack Horse library service of the 1930s. A timeless story about courage, grit, and the power of books. Please visit Kim Michel...
Jul 09, 2020•28 min•Ep. 32
Welcome back to another episode of the KPL Podcast. This week we have special guest Mary Kay Andrews telling us her latest book titled, "Hello Summer", Ryan and Jigisha give their recommendations for for summer beach reads. Links to movies and books mentioned in the podcast. Hello Summer by Mary Kay AndrewsGhost World The Engineer's Wife by Tracy Enerson WoodOne Perfect Summer by Brenda Novak
Jul 02, 2020•30 min•Ep. 31
June is Pride month and 2020 marks the 50th anniversary of Pride Month Celebrations. This week we have Steven Brawley founder of the St Louis LGBTQ History project and author of "Gay and Lesbian St. Louis". He discusses some of his recommendations for Pride month. Our other special guest is Eric Cervini the author of "The Deviant's War, The Homosexual vs The United States of America". Please have a listen to two great authors.LGBTQIA+ authors, writers, journalists, playwrights, and poets who hav...
Jun 26, 2020•41 min•Ep. 30
Hello again. This week we have local mystery writer Lynn Cahoon as our special guest. She will be discussing her newest book from her Tourist Trap Mystery Series: Murder in Waiting. The book will release June 30th. She also writes the Farm to Fork Mystery Series, The Cat Latimer Mystery Series, and the Kitchen Witch Mystery Series. You will not run out of books from this author. Please visit her website at https://www.lynncahoon.com/ Also the Missouri Arts Council has virtual events starting thi...
Jun 18, 2020•39 min•Ep. 29
Hi Everyone,Ryan and Jigisha have another episode for you. This week we discuss, programming, the dial-a-story, and curbside services. Don't forget summer reading is going strong, so log those page reads into your account and earn some prizes. Lastly, in this week's recommendation section you'll learn about some titles regarding #blacklivesmatter. If you want to know more about the current events that happening right now then check out some of the recommendations.
Jun 11, 2020•16 min•Ep. 28
Welcome to another episode of the KPL Podcast. Curbside pick has started for the KPL library, be sure to listen to learn more about this new service the library is offering. Our library Director Christa van Herreweghe discusses curbside pickup. This week for recommendations we are discusses book and/or movies that had a impact or made us think about things differently. Ryan, Jigisha, and Christa will discuss books and movies that impacted them.
Jun 05, 2020•36 min•Ep. 27
The KPL library has a great episode for you this week. Ryan and Jigisha interview bestselling author Erik Larson about his new book The Splendid and the Vile. The book is about Winston Churchill's first year as Prime Minister of England during World War II. Erik has some wonderful stories about Churchill and he talks about how he came to write the book and his process for choosing a topic. Please have a listen to this wonderful author.
May 28, 2020•24 min•Ep. 26
Hello again, In this week's episode Ryan and Jigisha discuss upcoming virtual programs, more new services, and their thoughts on movie adaptations of books. Enjoy and don't forget Summer Reading just started and you can signup at the Kirkwood Library webpage.
May 21, 2020•24 min
It's the start of summer reading on May 16. We'll tell you how to sign up for summer reading for both you and your kids. The library is offering a new service called remote IT for patrons that need remote tech help. In addition, Ryan and Jigisha tell you about some of the books coming out this summer that they are looking forward to reading. Throughout the podcast, there is a narration of The Million Dollar Bond Robbery by Agatha Christie.
May 14, 2020•37 min
Ryan and Jigisha are back with another weekly episode. This week they discuss Creativebug, a subscription service provided by the library for patrons. If you're a creative person that likes to make things then check out CreativeBug at www.kirkwoodpubliclibrary.org. Programming is back, it's happening virtually. Visit our website and click on calendar of events. You'll be able to see what's available and register for the program you wish to attend virtually. Lastly, Ryan and Jigisha talk about In...
May 07, 2020•17 min
We're back with another great episode. May 4- May 10 2020 is children's book week. We interview local children's book author Amy Sklansky about her new book "These Little Piggies go to the Beach" and Amy reads two her poems titled: "Sweet Hearts" and "My Pet Poem". We discuss the various social media programming from the youth department and lastly Ryan and Jigisha discuss some of their favorite children's books.
Apr 30, 2020•36 min
Hi Everyone, We're back with another episode of the KPL podcast. This week we bring you a previously recorded interview with colleague Dan Sullivan and music recommendations that we have on our playlist. Have a listen and learn something new about artists and/or music genres you may not know.
Apr 24, 2020•28 min
This week's episode is about wellness for you during the quarantine. We have two interviews, one with colleague Laurel Hayes. She talks about meditation and it's benefits. Laurel has a daily meditation open to everyone. We also speak to Theresa Ebling about staying healthy. She provided us with a list of useful resources that are listed below. Lastly, Ryan and Jigisha talk about other podcasts that they listen to and that their coworkers recommend.
Apr 16, 2020•36 min
Hello, We're back with another episode of the KPL podcast. In this episode we suggest websites that will keep you informed of the COVID19 virus and also information about the City of Kirkwood. The library wants to know what you are doing during the quarantine and what your fellow Kirkwood residents are doing. The library created an archive that you can submit documents, pictures, audio files and video files. Here is the website for submission: https://kirkwood.librariesshare.com/kirkwoodarchives...
Apr 09, 2020•20 min
It's April, that means it's National Poetry Month. In this episode we interview authors Alison C. Rollins about her new poetry book Library of Small Catastrophes. She's a St. Louis native and a fellow librarian. We also interview mystery writer and St Louis native Elaine Viets about her new book, A Star is Dead. It is book 4 of the Death Investigator Series. In addition, Ryan and I discuss our favorite non-fiction books. It's a packed episode, please have a listen.
Apr 01, 2020•46 min
Hello, We have another supplemental episode of the KPL podcast. Please join librarians Jigisha and Ryan while they discuss informational resources for COVID19 pandemic, various databases available to through the KPL website. We'll explain our fun new feature Dial-a-story and a PSA on scams that may be happening during the lockdown. Lastly, we have some movie recommendations for you.
Mar 26, 2020•20 min
We have a quick episode for you to highlights CDC guidelines regarding the COVID19 virus. We have suggestions for keeping busy and entertained for you and for kids.
Mar 20, 2020•12 min
