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Explore your local library and your community with EVPL as your guide! Join the conversation as library staff recommends favorite titles, shares personal stories, highlights library resources, and much more. New episodes are released on the first Monday of every month. Don’t forget to check it out! Share your questions, comments, and suggestions with us at [email protected].
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Murder Mystery the New Cozy Read? | TBR in November

Murder Mystery the New Cozy Read? | TBR in November

Jamye is back with a special guest, Nancy H., our Director of Public Services at EVPL Central, who brings an interesting list of books surrounding cozy themes. Jamye brings back a list of murder mystery and nonfiction reads.We'd love to hear from you! Questions, comments, or suggestions can be sent to us at [email protected].
56:4811/11/2024
The Perfect Time for Spooky Reads | TBR in October

The Perfect Time for Spooky Reads | TBR in October

Jamye is back with a special guest, Michelle F., at EVPL Central, who talks about the READ Center and brings an interesting list of books ranging from myths to murder mysteries. Jamye surprises us with a list that focuses mostly on spooky themes.We'd love to hear from you! Questions, comments, or suggestions can be sent to us at [email protected].
53:4507/10/2024
Hispanic Heritage Month | Special Episode with our VolunTeens

Hispanic Heritage Month | Special Episode with our VolunTeens

This week we have a special episode in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month brought by our VolunTeens. Jonas, Mario, and Henry, our VolunTeens, discuss quesadillas.Check back on the first Monday of the month for the next episode of Check it Out with EVPL.
03:2118/09/2024
Cautious Optimism & Spooky Reads | TBR in August

Cautious Optimism & Spooky Reads | TBR in August

Jamye is back with a special guest, Kris, Circulation Services Supervisor at EVPL North Park, who brings a list of books that focus mostly on spooky themes. Jamye surprises us with mostly picks of nonfiction.We'd love to hear from you! Questions, comments, or suggestions can be sent to us at [email protected].
44:0505/08/2024
Finish Your Summer Reading Goals | TBR in July

Finish Your Summer Reading Goals | TBR in July

Jamye is back with a special guest, Audra, one of our children's librarians. With Our Summer: Play Your Way in its final month, they discuss books you should pick up to finish your summer reading goals. Audra brings a variety of books from picture books to adult nonfiction reads.They analyze reading trends, the necessity of fun/light reads, the importance of YA graphic novels, and share their excitement about upcoming retellings of fairy tales.We'd love to hear from you! Questions, comments, or suggestions can be sent to us at [email protected].
39:3108/07/2024
TBR in June

TBR in June

Jamye is back with her TBR segment with special guest Jenifer, our Recruitment and Hiring Specialist. They discuss upcoming new releases in June from historical fiction to murder mysteries! Jamye and Jenifer are also avid crafters and share a little bit about their current WIPS (works in progress)! We'd love to hear from you! Questions, comments, or suggestions can be sent to us at [email protected].
38:5612/06/2024
TBR in May

TBR in May

Jamye is back with her TBR segment with special guest Kelly, our programming librarian. They discuss upcoming new releases in May from historical fiction to cookbooks! We'd love to hear from you! Questions, comments, or suggestions can be sent to us at [email protected].
45:3429/04/2024
SEASON THREE: TBR in April

SEASON THREE: TBR in April

We are back with Check It Out with EVPl! To start this new season, we start with Jamye's TBR segment and special guest David. They discuss upcoming new releases in April, We'd love to hear from you! Questions, comments, or suggestions can be sent to us at [email protected].
01:00:1901/04/2024
TBR June

TBR June

In this episode, Aaron is back! He and Jamye discuss TV history, a novel about an alien-themed wedding, Jane Austen re-tellings, what our fascination with true crime says about us, and much more. We'd love to hear from you! Questions, comments, or suggestions can be sent to us at [email protected].
47:0522/06/2023
Pride and What it Means to Me!

Pride and What it Means to Me!

In this episode of "Check It Out with EVPL", Ryan and Faith talk about freedom, beauty, truth, and love in honor of Pride month. Topics in this episode include the history of the Stonewall Riots, growing up in a period of social change, and pets!"Check it Out" is always happy to hear from it's listeners. Questions, comments, or suggestions can be sent to us at [email protected].
21:0112/06/2023
TBR May

TBR May

On this month's episode, Jamye welcomes Christina back to the podcast to talk about her May reading list. Topics include but are not limited to: flying machines, flocks of birds, and the history of sugar!"Check it Out" is always happy to hear from it's listeners. Questions, comments, or suggestions can be sent to us at [email protected].
25:5129/05/2023
Our Summer 2023: Begin Your Journey!

Our Summer 2023: Begin Your Journey!

Join Ellen and Erika as the drop all the details about EVPL's 2023 summer reading program. From an amazing theme to cool prizes, there is something for everyone at the library this summer! "Check it Out" is always happy to hear from it's listeners. Questions, comments, or suggestions can be sent to us at [email protected].
33:0026/05/2023
TBR April

TBR April

On this month's episode, Jamye is joined by newcomer Annette to gush about April's new materials. Topics discussed this month range from knitting, to springtime slashers, and even some good old fashioned piracy."Check it Out" is always happy to hear from it's listeners. Questions, comments, or suggestions can be sent to us at [email protected].
39:5801/05/2023
Swole is the Goal

Swole is the Goal

On this episode, Ellen and Stephanie discuss their journey to becoming fitness goddesses. Along the way, the history of physical education comes up along with those oh so great memories of middle school gym class. "Check it Out" is always happy to hear from it's listeners. Questions, comments, or suggestions can be sent to us at [email protected].
34:0113/04/2023
TBR March 2023

TBR March 2023

On this episode of TBR, Jayme is joined by Chase from Redbank to discuss just a few of the books they are looking forward to on their ever growing list of books to be read. "Check it Out" is always happy to hear from it's listeners. Questions, comments, or suggestions can be sent to us at [email protected].
33:1520/03/2023
Women's History Month

Women's History Month

In this episode, Ellen is joined by the one and only Faith for a look into the history of women in America and their role in shaping modern day library services. "Check it Out" is always happy to hear from it's listeners. Questions, comments, or suggestions can be sent to us at [email protected].
32:2613/03/2023
TBR February 2023

TBR February 2023

This month, Jamye is joined by Katie from EVPL McCullough to talk about all the exciting new releases along with what makes an audiobook enjoyable for them.Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
34:4721/02/2023
Time to talk typing!

Time to talk typing!

Hold on your hats as Ellen and Jake travel through the years of typing and word processing! "Check it Out" is always happy to hear from it's listeners. Questions, comments, or suggestions can be sent to us at [email protected].
39:2606/02/2023
EVPL Footnotes: TBR October

EVPL Footnotes: TBR October

This month, Jamye is joined by Claire from EVPL McCullough to talk how they get into a spooky mood for the reads they are most looking forward to.Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
35:2724/10/2022
An in depth examination into the big spooky!

An in depth examination into the big spooky!

The studio is bursting in this episode with Aaron and Lori being joined by guest hosts Keisha and Trista to talk about everything they love about horror. From movies to books and even some talk about conventions, there is something for everyone who loves to get their scare on.As always feel free to email us with any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
01:08:1417/10/2022
Getting Gothy

Getting Gothy

Lori and Jamye are kicking off the spooky season strong with an episode on gothic. Listen as they talk about their favorite influences from the genre as well as what they are looking forward to this season.As always feel free to email us with any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
59:2203/10/2022
EVPL Footnotes:TBR September 2022

EVPL Footnotes:TBR September 2022

This month, Jamye is joined by Lori from EVPL Redbank to discuss their favorite fall reads.Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
37:1927/09/2022
What will you do with a drunken librarian (and other piratey tales)

What will you do with a drunken librarian (and other piratey tales)

In this episode, captain Ellen and first mate Ryan are joined by mutinous newcomer Stephanie to talk all things pirates. From discussion of historical figures to pirate jokes and even some piratey planning, this episode is full of some epic booty.As always feel free to email us with any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
36:5719/09/2022
Banned Books Doesn't Mean Bad Books

Banned Books Doesn't Mean Bad Books

In this episode, Lori and Jamye are joined by newcomer Rachel to discuss the repercussions that censorship and obfuscation can have on the populace when they show up in the form of book bannings.As always feel free to email us with any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
54:2005/09/2022
EVPL Footnotes: TBR August

EVPL Footnotes: TBR August

This month, Jamye is joined by Kelsey from EVPL Stringtown to discuss all the new and exciting materials EVPL has to offer.Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
19:2522/08/2022
Beginner's Guide to the Wonderful World of Wrestling

Beginner's Guide to the Wonderful World of Wrestling

In this episode, Chase and Aaron talk all things professional wrestling while Ryan attempts to figure out what the acronyms mean and derail the conversation.As always feel free to email us with any questions, comments, or ideas for future episodes at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
53:0815/08/2022
Volunteen Takeover

Volunteen Takeover

In this special episode, hear from some of the teens that volunteered this summer as they share favorite books and music, what they're watching, funny pet stories, and what it's like behind the scenes at EVPL! Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
43:1202/08/2022
EVPL Footnotes: TBR July

EVPL Footnotes: TBR July

This month, Jamye is joined by Kirt from EVPL Oaklyn to discuss the benefits of juvenile nonfiction, reasons why they love short stories, and their mutual fascination with cults and true crime.Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
28:1725/07/2022
Truth, Justice, and the Time Ryan Dressed Up as Superman

Truth, Justice, and the Time Ryan Dressed Up as Superman

Ryan and Aaron are joined by Chase from EVPL Red Bank to discuss all things superheroes! Starting with their childhood introductions to the genre, they cover a lot of ground, including their favorite heroes and supporting characters, the most meaningful story arcs, their feelings on canon, and many, many recommendations. Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
45:4718/07/2022
O Brother Where Art Thou? At the Bookstore!

O Brother Where Art Thou? At the Bookstore!

In this episode, Aaron and Ellen interview Sam and Adam Morris, the owners of Your Brothers Bookstore! Along the way they discuss why the brothers decided to open a bookstore, the fascinating tunnel they found in the basement, Sam’s literary collection, July’s Where’s Waldo? event, Adam’s celebrity sighting, and how the local community has welcomed them. Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
01:07:2504/07/2022
Once Upon a Time

Once Upon a Time

Join Ellen, Lori, and former children's librarian, Stacy Hurt, as they discuss favorite fairy tales, the art of storytelling, why folklore survives the test of time, the connection between hobbits and cryptids, and more!Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
38:4320/06/2022
EVPL Footnotes: TBR June

EVPL Footnotes: TBR June

This month, Jamye welcomes Alex from EVPL's READ Center, to discuss experiences with music, their love of memoirs and mysteries, the morals of fairy tales, and their opinions on Nicolas Cage and Robert Pattinson. Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
45:2917/06/2022
EVPL Footnotes: And the Winner is...

EVPL Footnotes: And the Winner is...

Join Jamye as she interviews Lesa, librarian at EVPL Central and 2022's recipient of The Raven Award, which recognizes outstanding achievement in the mystery field. They discuss her early influences, the criteria for a good mystery, underrated authors, and the work that has led to this award.Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
25:2213/06/2022
Happy Juneteenth!

Happy Juneteenth!

Aaron and Ryan are joined by Joann from EVPL East to discuss her community involvement, the history of Juneteenth, and upcoming local celebrations of the holiday. Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
30:2206/06/2022
EVPL Footnotes: Robot Invasion!

EVPL Footnotes: Robot Invasion!

Audra and Stacy share their love of robotics and discuss the different robotics systems available at EVPL, the benefits of kids learning to code, and some of the upcoming programs this summer. Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
17:4431/05/2022
EVPL Footnotes: TBR May

EVPL Footnotes: TBR May

This month, Jamye is joined by Caitlyn, EVPL Oaklyn's Assistant Manager/Children's Librarian to discuss upcoming titles of interest, as well as their favorite genres and why they love them.Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
24:3718/05/2022
All Things Summer

All Things Summer

Audra and Ryan interview three librarians at EVPL about their memories of past summer reading programs, upcoming events they're looking forward to, what they're reading this summer, and much more. Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
49:4616/05/2022
Swamp Shenanigans (D&D Part 2)

Swamp Shenanigans (D&D Part 2)

Welcome back as Aaron, Christina, and Ryan take on an army of suspiciously organized bullywugs! Ellen guides the trio in Part 2 of this D&D one shot, with newly leveled up characters. Featuring a DIY spider web project, oddly shaped food, squirrel transformations, and several questionable battle strategies. Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
01:15:4004/05/2022
Three Adventurers Walk into a Tavern, Or, How to Play D&D

Three Adventurers Walk into a Tavern, Or, How to Play D&D

Join Aaron, Ryan, and Christina as they undertake the quest Ellen created and learn the basics of Dungeons & Dragons! Featuring a cherished sack, a poorly placed hole, and the medieval equivalent of a breakfast smoothie. Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
01:11:2518/04/2022
EVPL Footnotes: TBR April

EVPL Footnotes: TBR April

This month, Jamye welcomes Audra, the new teen librarian at McCollough, to talk about how history highlights shape our understanding of the past, reading nonfiction audiobooks and graphic novels, and the possibilities presented by EVPL's Library of Things!Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
28:4415/04/2022
Will Power

Will Power

Jamye, Ellen, and Lori are joined by Sharon Dennis, a local actor, director, and all-around “theatrician.” They discuss favorite film adaptations, the necessity of watching Shakespeare performances, the origin of knock knock jokes, the Hogarth Shakespeare series, and how to break the curse of Macbeth!Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
01:04:2504/04/2022
EVPL Footnotes: What in the World is the Library of Things?

EVPL Footnotes: What in the World is the Library of Things?

Ryan is joined by Beth, Experience Supervisor at EVPL Central, to answer questions about one of the library's newest, ever-expanding collections: the Library of Things!Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
10:1528/03/2022
Evansville is Weird

Evansville is Weird

Lori and Ryan are joined by local author and artist, Kyle Darnell to discuss his book Evansville Monsters: Weird Tales of Goblins, Ghoulies, and Ghosts. Along the way, they talk about Evansville history, haunted buildings, Kyle’s art inspirations, aggressive drivers, and more. Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
42:3621/03/2022
EVPL Footnotes: TBR March

EVPL Footnotes: TBR March

This month, Jamye is joined by Lori and they focus on history, bouncing from a feminist perspective on witch hunts to what happened to the Romanovs to 19th and 20th century murder mysteries and more.Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
31:2214/03/2022
Let's Play!

Let's Play!

In this episode, Ellen and Aaron are joined by Ryan and Eric to discuss why they love gaming, favorites that defined their childhoods, video game preservation efforts, and more. Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
01:08:3707/03/2022
A Quick Historical Overview

A Quick Historical Overview

In honor of Black History Month, Lori and Ryan dig into the history of African Americans in Evansville, including the old Cherry Street Library, and open the first email from a listener! Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
27:1421/02/2022
EVPL Footnotes: TBR February

EVPL Footnotes: TBR February

This month, Jamye and Aaron talk about reading out of your comfort zone, the pseudonyms of different authors, and the newest addition to the Library of Things: kitchen equipment!Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
21:5918/02/2022
What We Love

What We Love

Join Ellen, Ryan, and Jamye as they discuss non-traditional Valentine's Day gifts, childhood pastimes, current hobbies, and things they would love to try in the future.Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
34:2514/02/2022
EVPL Footnotes: How Much Can You Read in 2022?

EVPL Footnotes: How Much Can You Read in 2022?

Tune in as Ryan interviews Erika, EVPL's programming manager, about baseball, the best parts of being a Hufflepuff, and the new annual reading program!Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
10:3407/02/2022
How to Bring Up Nicolas Cage in Casual Conversation

How to Bring Up Nicolas Cage in Casual Conversation

In this episode, Ryan and Lori talk with Ellen about Evansville history, library programs in February, the polarizing Nicolas Cage, and all the books and movies they can’t wait for in 2022.Want to hear more (or less) about this in the future? Let us know at [email protected] a subtitled version of this podcast, please visit EVPL’s YouTube: bit.ly/EVPLvideos
33:2131/01/2022