3...2...1...blast-off! This week on Overdue Finds, Bryce and Caroline chat with returning guest Amanda Derksen about the new space-themed installation on The Wall, EPL's interactive digital exhibit at the Stanley A. Milner Library. Learn all about the science and knowledge behind this new feature! Plus: space sounds, powerful planets, and which aliens would you take on a road trip? Don't miss it! Be sure to check out our list of all the titles that you can borrow from EPL on this episode. Downla...
Mar 24, 2023•55 min
On this episode, Bryce is joined by EPL librarian and Capital City Records whiz, Rocky Mann, to talk all about the Junos, local musicians and the exciting new Junos Legacy Project at EPL. Plus Rocky and Bryce share which artists they're rooting for during the Junos here in Edmonton on March 13. Don't forget to check out our list of all the titles that we talk about during this episode. Downlaod your own Overdue Finds March Madness bracket and play along. This year you get to pick who the Best Vi...
Mar 10, 2023•45 min
The Joker, Michael Myers, Bowser and Mr. Burns. All are iconic baddies but who is pop culture’s greatest villain? On this episode of Overdue Finds, we preview the 5th Annual Overdue Finds March Madness tournament. Get the lowdown on this year’s field of dastardly villains and hear who our hosts pick to win the tournament. Downlaod your own Overdue Finds March Madness bracket and play along. Starting on March 1st you can vote everyday on epl.ca , Facebook , Twitter and Instagram . Be sure to chec...
Feb 24, 2023•1 hr 8 min
Make sure that your headphones are connected to your devices, because things are about to get SPICY! Bryce and Caroline welcome back romance aficionados Anna Wallace and Beth Kilfoy to discuss their favourite pop culture love stories. From elders to aliens, regency era settings to distant sci fi futures, the genre of romance has a little something for everyone. Don't forget to visit our list of all the titles that we talk about on this episode that feature our favourite pop culture couples. Hear...
Feb 10, 2023•1 hr 13 min
Which horror film-watching atmosphere do you prefer - sitting alone in your house, or sharing nervous laughter with others in a theatre? In this episode, Bryce and Caroline talk with Jonn Kmech, an associate producer (and EPL staff member) of the new horror film Skinamarink. Watching this unconventional, Edmonton-made film is an experience! Many aspects of this film are discussed by our crew, including Skinamarink’s ability to take on a life of it’s own, even for the people who worked on it. But...
Jan 27, 2023•50 min
Bryce and Caroline share their Top Five favourite books of all-time in the debut of this new Overdue Finds series: Top Five! Join them as they work their way through their reading histories, discuss the influence of movie adaptations and the pull of childhood favourites, and talk about authors that might not be for everybody. Plus: racing famous cars with Hot Wheels and hitting the beach with Beverly Hills 90210. Check it out! Don't forget to check out our list of all the great books that we tal...
Jan 13, 2023•1 hr 6 min
Bryce and Caroline are joined by "Best of" expert Nancy Sheng and podcast expert Indy Randhawa to discuss their favourite media from 2022. As the team recommends the top books, games, music, movies, and TV of the year, we also look forward to 2023's most anticipated releases. Prepare for Kaiju, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Tollywood historical epics that will knock your socks off, and a whole bunch of good books. Also, is Nancy allowed to formally reprimand the mysterious EPL staff member who h...
Dec 30, 2022•1 hr 15 min
Wherever you find love, it feels like Christmas! Bryce and Caroline are joined by The Muppet Christmas Carol superfans Marina Afonso and Courtney Loberg to discuss the 30th anniversary of this classic Dickens adaptation. They discuss the biology of a pig and a frog having children, share appreciation for the book-keeping rats, and talk about why it's so funny when the Muppets go meta. Plus the five words that cracked Caroline up: Fozziwig's old rubber chicken factory. Be sure to check out our li...
Dec 16, 2022•1 hr 13 min
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas - but how do you put a new spin on an old classic? In this Bonus Episode of Overdue Finds, Bryce and Caroline chat with playwright (and EPL staff member!) David van Belle about his experience adapting Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol for Edmonton's Citadel Theatre. Don't forget to check out our list of all titles that we talk about on this episode that you can borrow from EPL. A Christmas Carol runs from November 26-December 23, 2022 at the Citadel T...
Dec 09, 2022•38 min
What's your favourite cover song? On this episode, Bryce and Caroline are joined by Josh from the Capilano Branch and Matt from EPL’s marketing department to chat about the most memorable and unexpected cover songs. A lot of great artists and lots of great renditions are discussed, and you will probably want to create your own playlist of favourite originals plus covers after listening to this episode. You will also hear some ‘hot takes’ (Did Bryce just dis The Beatles?) and there are some stron...
Dec 02, 2022•1 hr 11 min
For nearly a century, A.A. Milne's Winnie-the-Pooh has been read and enjoyed by kids around the world. This week on Overdue Finds, Bryce, Caroline, and Overdue Finds family member Camilla Fita talk about what has made the stories so popular and their own experiences with this silly old bear. Plus, Caroline explains Pooh's connection to figure skating, Bryce is ready for the horror verison, and Camilla pitches a story that brings the gang back together for one last adventure. Also: get ready for ...
Nov 18, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Don't touch that remote! Bryce and Caroline are joined be librarian Ashley Dotto and epl2go library assistant Anna Wallace to discuss TV theme tunes: the good, the bad, and the instrumental. Join us as we explore the themes that stick in our heads from childhood, Bryce's recommended driving playlist, and the most adrenaline-filled anime theme songs you've ever heard. Don't forget to check out our list of all the titles that we talk about on this episode that you can borrow from EPL. Remember to ...
Nov 04, 2022•1 hr 14 min
On this autumn episode, our all-around, fabulous hosts, Caroline and Bryce, are joined by library assistant, Elvira Berezowsky to talk about the cult classic, Hocus Pocus. If you happen to find yourself in a Film Gang, - Hocus Pocus and Hocus Pocus 2, are both highly recommended for viewing. The trio talks about the leading cast members (Bette Midler! Sarah Jessica Parker! And Kathy Najimy!) singing, vamping, and truly having fun. Also appreciated were the broken tropes and creative storylines f...
Oct 21, 2022•1 hr 16 min
With the release of Netflix's controversial film "Blonde", Bryce and Caroline do a deep-dive into the life, career, and legacy of pop culture icon Marilyn Monroe. Join us as we explore her filmography (with detours down the FernGully rabbit hole), her career beyond her status as a sex symbol, and what she means to pop culture today. Also, which Marilyn Monroe character are you? (Accuracy not guaranteed). Don't forget to check out our list of all the titles that we talk about on this episode that...
Oct 07, 2022•1 hr 6 min
It's time to open up another Pop Culture Time Capsule! Bryce, Caroline, and Best Friend of the Show Kate Gibson revisit the most excellent moments from 1987. From Dirty Dancing to DuckTales, Stephen King to sitcoms, catch all of the totally awesome titles from the late eighties. It's gonna be major! Be sure to checkout our list of all the totally radical titles from 1987 that we talk about on this episode. Remember to review us on Apple Podcasts and share your favourite picks with us at podcast@...
Sep 23, 2022•1 hr 10 min
Bryce and Caroline are joined by librarian and rec league sports enthusiast Katie Turzansky (of Dewey Decimators fame) to discuss one of the best baseball movies of all time: A League of Their Own. In celebration of the film's 30th anniversary, our trio discusses the merits of this classic baseball movie, its rebooted TV series on Prime Video, and its many memorable lines. Remember, there's no crying in baseball! Don't forget to check out our list of all the great titles that we recommend on thi...
Sep 09, 2022•1 hr 11 min
With summer starting to wind down, this week Overdue Finds discusses "Back to School" season. Bryce and Caroline are joined by returning guest Kyle Marshall to cover the inspirational educators in pop culture (and the teachers we're glad we avoided!) Whether you lived for learning or your favourite class was recess, we've got lots of picks for everyone! Plus: is the future The Jetsons promised us almost here? Want to borrow one of the titles that we talked about? Check out this list of all of ou...
Aug 26, 2022•1 hr 8 min
On this episode of Overdue Finds, friend and manager of the Castle Downs branch, Vicky Varga, joins Caroline and Bryce to talk about which characters from pop-culture are the best best friends. The crew talks about classic friends, longtime friends, new friends, groups of friends, inanimate friends, friendship songs and more! Grab your best friend, and maybe some freezies, and hit play! Be sure to check out our list of all the titles that we talk about on this episode. Remember to review us on A...
Aug 12, 2022•1 hr 16 min
It's mid-summer already?! The year is flying by and Overdue Finds hosts Bryce and Caroline already have lots of favourites from 2022. Books, movies, music and more - join them as they get a head start on sharing their picks for Best of the Year (So Far). Be sure to check out our list of all the titles that we talk about on this episode. Don't forget to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, or chat with us on Twitter (#EPLOverdueFinds) or via email at [email protected] . We'd love to hear from you! R...
Jul 29, 2022•59 min
On this episode of Overdue Finds, Bryce and Caroline are joined by Levi Hayes and Jones Harvey to talk about their favourite Queer characters from books, movies, and TV. From graphic novels to poetry, romantic dramas to horror, there is something for everyone as we discuss what we love about these characters. Plus: summer reading clubs, technical updates, and what not to say to Peter Weller. Be sure to check out our list of all the titles that we talk about on this episode. Don't forget to leave...
Jul 15, 2022•1 hr 19 min
EPL has been participating in a project that connects Ukrainian families with virtual programming for kids of various ages. This episode, Bryce and Caroline welcome returning guest, Nancy Sheng, as well as first time guest, Anna Maria Barczak, to talk about connecting with kids in Ukraine. Nancy and Anna Maria talk about how much the kids want to connect with others and how meaningful the experience has been for them. No matter where they're from, kids love to talk about their favourite things, ...
Jul 01, 2022•50 min
Bryce and Caroline welcome first-time guests Amanda Derksen, Digital Initiatives Librarian extraordinaire, and Nicole Auriat, Library Services Coordinator and resident Canada Goose watcher at the Castle Downs Branch, to talk about the film " Stand By Me ." An adaptation of the Stephen King novella " The Body ", "Stand By Me" is an incredible coming of age story about 4 childhood friends who go on a journey of self discovery while on the search for a dead body. The group chats about the film's in...
Jun 17, 2022•1 hr 23 min
On this episode of Overdue Finds, Bryce and Caroline are joined by guests Ben Ehlers and Bethany Arsenault to talk about the best and worst TV show finales. We cover the good, the bad, and the controversial - you won't want to miss it! Plus: what makes a good ending? And can you ever get closure from an unresolved cliffhanger...? Don't forget to check out our list of all TV finales that we talk about on this episode. Remember to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, or chat with us on Twitter (#E...
Jun 03, 2022•1 hr 29 min
The Kids in the Hall are back with a reboot and Overdue Finds takes a look at the troupe's comedic legacy. Indy Randhawa and Kyle Burley are guests on this episode and everyone shares their most loved skits and characters. Plus, if you tune in, you will find out if Indy has a favourite nebula, and what was the reason that Caroline first tuned into Dave Foley's 'the True Meaning of Christmas Specials' (could it have been Elvis Stojko?). Be sure to check out our list of all the titles that we talk...
May 20, 2022•1 hr 14 min
Bryce, Caroline, and friend of the show Camilla Fita revisit one of Hollywood's greatest films as it celebrates its 50 year anniversary. The Godfather was a commercial success and remains to be seen as a masterpiece American Mafioso film. Our crew discuss Camilla's penchant for crime movies, the Mario Puzo book that started it all, and their favourite characters and scenes from The Godfather franchise. They also make a case for the best piece of Mafia media: is it the book, the first movie, or t...
May 06, 2022•1 hr 6 min
Overdue Finds takes you back to the summer of 1994 when a little movie called The Lion King made us laugh, cry, and feel the love tonight. Bryce and Caroline are joined by Overdue Finds Family Member Meg DeForest to do a deep dive on the 2022 March Madness runner-up. From the all-star voice cast to the Oscar-winning music, we look at what made this movie work (and dream of the ABBA disco version that exists in an alternate universe!). Be sure to check out our list of all the titles that we talk ...
Apr 22, 2022•1 hr 7 min
Get your light sticks and fan signs, it's time to talk about K-Pop! Bryce and Caroline are joined by Discovery and Cataloguing Librarian Carol Ma and library assistant/podcast family member Maria Milanowski to talk all about the South Korean music sensation that is taking the world by storm. Listen in for a taste of our guests' K-Pop fan origins, BTS x McDonalds marketing ideas, and a whole lot of fun recommendations. Don't forget to check out our list of all the music and other titles that we t...
Apr 08, 2022•59 min
March 13, 2022 was the library's 109th EPL-iversary - and a lot has changed over the years! To get the inside scoop, Bryce and Caroline chatted with longtime EPL staff member Bernice Linkewich (who recently celebrated fifty years with the library!). From lizards to laserdiscs, Overdue Finds has all of the details from the past few decades. Plus: Dylan McDermott, The Price is Right, and we ask: is the Strathcona branch haunted? Be sure to check out the list of titles that we talk about on this ep...
Mar 25, 2022•43 min
In this episode, you can hear all about the Stanley A. Milner Library's newest learning space - The Kitchen ! Don't listen on an empty stomach though, because Bryce and Caroline chat with teaching kitchen coordinator, Zofia Trebaczkiewicz, about food, cooking, and the things you can learn in EPL's hottest new space. And of course, this episode also has great book, film, and music recommendations - including which fictional restaurants you should check out! The podcast team travels to Tokyo (Mesh...
Mar 11, 2022•58 min
Get your airhorns, everyone, it's time for our annual March Madness showdown! Bryce, Caroline, and special guests Meg DeForest and Christy Travis sit down to discuss the very best of the 90s and which books, movies, music and TV will make it to the end of this social media showdown. What holds up? What is the most nostalgic? Will scrunchies and plaid make a big fashion comeback? Get your tournament bracket at epl.ca/podcast and join us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and our EPL website in Marc...
Feb 25, 2022•1 hr 2 min
