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This Podcast is Overdue

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Hi we're April Mazza and Christi Showman Farrar and welcome to This Podcast is Overdue! We're friends and colleagues, librarians' librarians, and each episode we talk about books we're reading and things we're loving!

Episodes

Episode 35 The Girl in Reykjavík

Join us for our final episode (wahhh!) ... for now. Thanks to everyone who listened and supported This Podcast is Overdue. Happy Reading! Books: Reykjavík: A Crime Story by Ragnar Jónasson and Katrín Jakobsdóttir and Victoria Cribb (Translator) The Girl in Question by Tess Sharpe Loves: Fenway Park tour ​​ https://www.mlb.com/redsox/ballpark/tours Puzzles/Mudpuppy puzzles https://www.mudpuppy.com/...

Dec 26, 202440 minEp. 35

Episode 34 The God of the Night Creatures

Books: The God of the Woods by Liz Moore Benita and the Night Creatures Written by Mariana Llanos & Illustrated by Cocoretto Loves: Greek Mythology retellings: Percy Jackson and the Olympians Disney+ Hadestown musical KAOS Netflix NoveList Crash Course in Horror LibraryReads Libro.fm...

Sep 16, 202436 minEp. 34

Episode 33 Time to Murder Your Employer

Books: Time to Make Art by Jeff Mack Murder Your Employer by Rupert Holmes Loves: Darn Tough Socks True Crime Podcasts: Beyond All Repair Who shat on the floor at my wedding? And other crimes...

Jun 20, 202430 minEp. 33

Episode 32 Black Girl Atlas in the Library

Black Girl You Are Atlas By Renée Watson and illustrated by Ekua Holmes The Woman in the Library by Sulari Gentill Argyle movie Sam Rockwell Dancing Murdle...

May 13, 202435 minEp. 32

Episode 31 Legend Roast

Ghost Roast by Shawneé Gibbs, Shawnelle Gibbs, Illustrated by Emily Cannon Legendborn by Tracy Deonn  Oscar Nominated Short Films Resident Alien

Mar 11, 202454 minEp. 31

Episode 30 2024 Youth Media Awards

This episode is dedicated to sharing our thoughts about the 2024 Youth Media Awards presented by the American Library Association. April was fortunate enough to attend the awards live in Baltimore while poor Christi was unfortunate and had to watch the broadcast from bed! 2024 YMA Press release

Feb 19, 20241 hrEp. 30

Episode 29 The Cat Episode

Books: Harbor Me by Jaqueline Woodson https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/304852/harbor-me-by-jacqueline-woodson/   Interview with Jacqueline Woodson about Harbor Me: https://youtu.be/5Ey9n0D-60Q? si=2jwxjC3Z6okxZN8l Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo https://www.leighbardugo.com/book/ninth-house/   Loves: Lofty Pursuits Candy https://www.pd.net/products/pure-imagination-a-meal-in-candy   Maing of video https://youtu.be/3OIrdqam3sU?si=jHvdOL-YZEAti6q4   What is 8D Audio? https...

Jan 27, 202451 minEp. 29

Episode 28 The Lost Episode

Welcome to our last, lost episode of 2023! Well, not lost but a bit buried which seems sort of fitting for the year - anyone else feel that way about 2023? Speaking of lost, we talk about a lost album plus the humorous side of murder, and inclusivity in the books we’re loving. The Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas https://www.aiden-thomas.com/the-sunbearer-trials Murderbot Diaries by Martha Wells https://www.marthawells.com/murderbot.htm   The Afterparty https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12...

Dec 31, 202333 minEp. 28

Episode 27 The Ninth Midnight Evergreen

Our episode with special guest librarian and comic artist Maya Escobar is finally here! We were so happy to chat with Maya who created our new and amazing artwork! We talked about that process as well as Maya’s studies at the Center for Cartoon Studies in Vermont, what she’s working on now, and of course, books we’re loving! Find Maya here:  https://www.mayaescobar.art/ Boston Comics in Color https://www.comicsincolor.org/   MICE Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo ...

Dec 30, 202357 minEp. 27

Episode 26 Shelf Life of Tomorrow

Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin  https://gabriellezevin.com/tomorrowx3/ Shelf Life: Chronicles of a Cairo Bookseller  https://us.macmillan.com/books/9780374600181/shelflife   Sun Bikes  https://sun.bike/   Hannah Gadsby https://hannahgadsby.com.au/   Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thispodisoverdue   Buy us a coffee! https://ko-fi.com/thispodisoverdue   Follow us on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/thispodiso...

Sep 08, 202334 minEp. 26

Episode 25 Word Liars Team

Welcome to Episode 25 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi and our special guest, Reba Tierney! Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! Reba is the Waltham High School Librarian and she poses an intriguing question to us that has plagued librarians for ages … what is historical fiction anyway? And why does it matter? Reba also talks about her school’s infamous Read-A-Thon which made its COVID-come-back this sp...

Jun 05, 20231 hr 15 minEp. 25

Episode 24 Cynical Witches Who Drank the Moon

Welcome to Episode 24 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! Before the winter holidays we discussed giving and receiving books as gifts … never a bad idea, right? We’d love to know what you think. We also talked about witchy reads, spelling bees, rocks and emojis, and one of our favorite topics, COFFEE! Visit our website for show notes and transcript https://www.podpage.com/this-pod...

Jan 23, 20231 hr 6 minEp. 24

Episode 23 Yes, We Will Be A Unicorn

Welcome to Episode 23 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! Just in time to ring in 2023 we bring you episode 23! Our unintended theme is “rewards”! We also talk about Asian American representation, crafting, the joy of humorous books, and everyone’s favorite kind of person … the unruly adult!

Dec 31, 202259 minEp. 23

Episode 22 Skin Of The Poison Heart

Welcome to Episode 22 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! Our episode this week might seem very random but we discovered some interesting threads connecting our latest “ask”, the books we read, and the things we learned & loved. We also laughed a lot, as usual! Listen in and don’t miss our outtake for a special guest appearance! Visit out website for show notes and transcript http...

Dec 03, 202246 minEp. 22

Episode 21 Boston Book Festival 2022

On this “very special episode” we go to the Boston Book Fest for our first time! Listen in to hear about the panels we attended, the books we’re excited about reading, and our first impressions of the festival.

Nov 01, 202242 minEp. 21

Episode 20 Our Hummingbird Under the Sea

Welcome to Episode 20 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! We are back from a short summer break and have lots to share with you, from our thoughts on “Quit Quitting” to fun and games with friends. Not to mention our amazing book picks that you’ll definitely want to check out!

Oct 04, 202252 minEp. 20

Episode 19 Rust(ed) Libertie

Welcome to Episode 19 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! What does freedom really look like? What happens when your life, your future, is not really yours to control … is your liberty rusted? (Sorry, we took some liberties with the title … pun intended!). Many of our topics in this episode explore this theme in some way or another whether it’s the freedom to be who you are or who...

Jul 28, 202257 minEp. 19

Episode 18 Peanut & Pachinko

Welcome to Episode 18 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! Even with lots of different ways to approach a TBR (to be read) list April and Christi still have just too many to tackle. Best to check those books out from the library so you have a nice stable deadline to meet! Listen in to hear about what makes Christi cry, what gives April chill vibes, and how else we’re exploring the ...

Jun 10, 202254 minEp. 18

Episode 17 Obviously Women Were Dragons

Welcome to Episode 17 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! Happy Birthday to This Podcast is Overdue! In this episode April and Christi celebrate one year since the podcast first launched and of course cake is involved. We talk about not one, not two, but three books written by amazing women. Their books speak to personal power by telling their stories, speaking up even when it’s t...

Apr 29, 202253 minEp. 17

Episode 16 The Power of Love

Welcome to Episode 16 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! In this episode April cheats like a preschooler so she can talk about 2 books instead of just one. But we think you’ll love, love, love our book choices! The power of love is a curious thing and if you’re a curious person you’ll want to join us to hear about some cool science, library science, and what’s going on in those l...

Mar 09, 20221 hrEp. 16

Episode 15 Cosmoknights Are Not Alone

Welcome to Episode 15 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! In episode 15 we get together on a snowy Sunday morning to chat about books that are out of this world! We explore some heady questions such as is there life in space, how do you get out of a reading slump, and why does Christi’s brain work the way it does? And finally, listen in to learn about fun, free ways to stretch you...

Feb 20, 202247 minEp. 15

Episode 14 2022 Youth Media Awards

Welcome to Episode 14 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Usually we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving but this week we have a special ALA Youth Media Awards episode where we play Monday Quarterback (but with all love!) #ALAyma Head over to our Instagram to let us know what you thought! https://www.instagram.com/thispodisoverdue/ Show notes from this episode, and all our episodes, can be found at tinyurl.com/thispod...

Jan 29, 202228 minEp. 14

Episode 13 I've Been Jojo

Welcome to Episode 13 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! This episode we explore our e-book feelings, talk about two fabulous books you won’t want to miss, and discuss our love of tv series that authentically (and humorously) give us windows into people not usually represented in media. Listen in to also find out the big secret Laura Ingalls Wilder kept her whole life! Show notes...

Jan 13, 202256 minEp. 13

Episode 12 Final Girls

Welcome to Episode 12 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! April's back for Episode 12 and believe it or not, we read the same book at the same time! Join us to hear about timely advice for challenging situations and how best to use the science part of your Library Science degree! Show notes from this episode, and all our episodes, can be found at tinyurl.com/thispod...

Dec 30, 202151 min

Episode 11 - The Ninth Shark

Welcome to Episode 11 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! This episode we are joined by Anna Karras, a Public Services Librarian in Florida. We discuss emergency story time plans, googly eyes, design software, puppies, and more.  Show notes from this episode, and all our episodes, can be found at  tinyurl.com/thispod And don't forget to follow us on Instagram: @this...

Nov 23, 202145 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Episode 10 - Feral Girl

Welcome to Episode 10 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! This is the first episode of our second season and this time we have...a guest! Book buyer and bookstagram rockstar Emily Schwab talks with Christi about selecting books for bookstores, why talking animals ARE great literature, and the best toppings for summer pizza. Show notes from this episode, and all our episodes, ...

Sep 20, 202151 minSeason 2Ep. 10

Episode 9 - Daisy and the Lion

Welcome to Episode 9 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! Our ninth episode is our Season One finale before we take a bit of a break. This week we talk about books that offer true escapes from the chaos of life, wacky animal antics, funny human questions, and more! Show notes from this episode, and all our episodes, can be found at tinyurl.com/thispod...

Aug 06, 202134 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Episode 8 - Last Night with Guncle

Welcome to Episode 8 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! Our first episode in July is a belated Pride celebration, plus we talk about some serious issues surrounding libraries, like homelessness and the (inaccurate) concept of neutrality. We still know how to laugh, though, and have a lot of fun discussing pop culture and…more stationary supplies! Show notes from this episode...

Jul 07, 20211 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Episode 7 - Starfish and Skunk

Welcome to Episode 7 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! This week we get personal and maybe even cry a little! Turns out skunks aren't the only thing that stink - we also talk about the gender wage gap, smelly book donations, and middle school bullying. Show notes from this episode, and all our episodes, can be found at tinyurl.com/thispod...

Jun 23, 202144 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Episode 6 - Milo Imagines a Song

Welcome to Episode 6 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! This week find out how a picture book and a YA fantasy are connected! We also talk about identity in school librarianship, summer meals, parasites, and bedtime stories. Show notes from this episode, and all our episodes, can be found at  tinyurl.com/thispod...

Jun 09, 202144 minSeason 1Ep. 6