Down Time with Cranston Public Library

Host Lauren is joined by bestselling author, award-winning playwright, television writer/producer, and filmmaker Adriana Trigiani to discuss her latest book The View From Lake Como, along with her "book tour like no other," The Lake Como Show, coming to East Providence on Friday, July 11 at 7:30 PM. In the Last Chapter they discuss: If you could rewrite a book from another character's point of view, what character and book would you choose? Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the Ocean State. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing It to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing It podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission. Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow. Books The View From Lake Como by Adriana Trigiani Unraveling of Julia by Lisa Scottoline Full Bloom by Francesca Serritella The Violet Hour by Victoria Benton Frank Fever Beach by Carl Hiaasen False Claims by Lisa Pratta What Kind of Paradise by Janelle Brown Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid I Regret Almost Everything by Keith McNally The Removed by Brandon Hobson Ladies In Waiting: Jane Austen's Unsung Characters by Nikki Payne, Diana Quincy, Audrey Bellezza, Emily Harding, Elinor Lipman, Adriana Trigiani, Sarah MacLean, Eloisa James and Karen Dukess East of Eden by John Steinbeck Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë Wide Sargasso Sea by Jean Rhys Media You Are What You Read (podcast) Big Stone Gap (2014) And Just Like That… (2021- ) Pee-wee as Himself (2025) Interior Chinatown (2024) Other Adriana Trigiani The Lake Como Show in East Providence, RI (Friday, July 11 from 7:00-8:30 PM) Higher Ground Women's Recovery Residence

Host Tayla is joined by Alicia Vaandering from the University of Rhode Island, James Rosenzweig from Eastern Washington University, and Amanda Melilli from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, to share their research project focusing on queer representation in picture books and the creation of the Rainbow Representation Rubric. They also talk about queer subtext in classic films and novels and finding comfort (or not!) in dystopian fiction. In the Last Chapter they discuss: would you rather have a personal library with unlimited space but only filled with books you've never read, or a small collection of books you've read and loved but no space for new books? Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the Ocean State. We are proud to be a resident partner of theRhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing It to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing It podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission. Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is byNeura-Flow. Books Orsinian Tales by Ursula K. LeGuin Ancillary Justice by Ann Leckie The Fellowship of the Ring by J. R. R. Tolkien The Hobbit by J. R. R. Tolkien Sunrise On the Reaping by Suzanne Collins It's a Love/Skate Relationship by Carli J. Corson Bobby and the Big Valentine by Timmy Woitas & Addy Rivera Sonda Love, Violet by Charlotte Sullivan Wild & Charlene Chua Apothecary Diaries by Natsu Hyūga Blue Period by Tsubasa Yamaguchi Canto Contigo by Jonny Garza Villa Lunar Boy by Jes and Cin Wibowo The House in the Cerulean Sea by T. J. Klune Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel Zone One by Colson Whitehead Little Women by Louisa May Alcott When Aidan Became a Brother by Kyle Lukoff & Kaylani Juanita Salma the Syrian Chef by Ahmad Danny Ramadan & Anna Bron Bathe the Cat by Alice B. McGinty & David Roberts Mr Watson's Chickens by Jarrett Dapier & Andrea Tsurumi I Am Jazz! by Jessica Herthel, Jazz Jennings & Shelagh McNicholas My Rainbow by Trinity Neal, DeShanna Neal & Art Twink Prince and Knight: Tale of the Shadow King by Daniel Haack & Stevie Lewis Media Taskmaster (2015- ) The Handmaid's Tale (2017-2025) Station Eleven (2021-2022) Star Trek: Lower Decks (2020-2024) World of Warcraft (videogame) The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (2022- ) Blank Check (podcast) Daredevil: Born Again (2025- ) Little Women (2019) The Witcher (2019- ) Other The Rainbow Representation Rubric Rainbow Book List Stonewall Book Awards

Host Robin talks with Robert Isenberg about his latest collection of essays about cycling, Mile Markers. They also discuss past visions of the future, documentaries, and the Rockettes. In the Last Chapter they discuss: what are some of your favorite cycling books? Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the Ocean State. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers''' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing It to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing It podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission. Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is byNeura-Flow. Books Mile Markers by Robert Isenberg Century of Tomorrows by Glenn Adamson Six Walksby Ben Shattuck The Book Club for Troublesome Women by Marie Bostwick Becoming Spectacular by Jennifer Jones The Spectacular by Fiona Davis Two Wheels Good by Jody Rosen Cold Beer and Crocodiles by Roff Smith Cyclettes by Tree Abraham Bicycling with Butterflies by Sara Dykman  The Breakaway by Jennifer Weiner Media The White Lotus (2021- ) The Penguin Lessons (2024) Other Robert Isenberg Avon Cinema, Providence, RI Books on the Square, Providence, RI You Are Here Documentaries (Medium)

Host Tayla talks with author, screenwriter, ghost writer, and artist Donna Russo about her latest book, Vincent's Women. They also discuss the Yellowstone television universe, books about bookshops, and The Sound of Music. In the Last Chapter they discuss: what book would you rewrite from another character's point of view? Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the Ocean State. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing It to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing It podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission. Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow. BooksVincent's Women by Donna Russo Maria by Michelle Moran The Midnight Library by Matt Haig The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods Onyx Storm by Rebecca Yarros Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins Go Tell the Bees That I Am Gone by Diana Gabaldon The King's Agent by Donna Russo Browse books by Elisabeth Wheatley Gone With the Wind by Margaret Mitchell MediaSound of Music (1965) 1923 (2022-2025) Yellowstone (2018-2024) Daredevil: Born Again (2025- ) This Is Where I Leave You (2014) OtherDonna Russo

Emily and Lauren chat with Chris Revill of the Hey Rhody podcast. They talk about watching nostalgic movies, libraries as third spaces, and the many amazing free events and small businesses in Rhode Island. In the Last Chapter they discuss their favorite Rhode Island books, films, and TV series'. Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast cannot be reproduced without express written permission.   Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.  Books  Heartbreak is the National Anthem: How Taylor Swift Reinvented Pop Music by Rob Sheffield  The Pumpkin Spice Café by Laurie Gilmore  The Art of Keeping Cool by Janet Taylor Lisle  The Wedding People by Alison Espach  Media  Parks and Recreation (TV series, 2009-2015)  30 Rock (TV series, 2006-2013)  Point Break (film, 1991)  Legally Blonde (film, 2001)  Scrubs (TV series, 2001-2010)  Mean Girls (film, 2004)  The Sandlot (film, 1993)  Free Willy (film, 1993)  Homeward Bound (film, 1993)  The Adventures of Milo and Otis (film, 1986)  Andre (film, 1994)  AirBud (film, 1997)  Abbott Elementary (TV series, 2021 - )  The Muppet Movie (film, 1979)  Casablanca (film, 1942)  Jurassic Park (film, 1993)  Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, Into the Spider-Verse (films, 2023)  Dumb and Dumber (film, 1994)  Moonrise Kingdom (film, 2012)  Ella McCay (film, 2025)  The Polka King (film, 2017)  Dan in Real Life (film, 2007)  R.I.P.D. (film, 2013)  Irrational Man (film, 2015)  Knives Out (film, 2019)  Good Burger 2 (film, 2023)  Kenan & Kel (TV series, 1996-2001)  Good Burger (film, 1997)  The Gilded Age (TV series, 2022 - )  The Great Gatsby (film, 1974)  Other  Games:  Super Smash Brothers  Mario Kart  Rocket League  Previous episodes of Overdueing It mentioned in this episode:  Episode 16 – Getting Playful at the Children's Museum  Episode 18 – Exploring TV Herstory with Cynthia Bemis-Abrams  Episode 10 – Adventure Awaits in Rhode Island  Episode 20 – Community and Food, That's All You Need  Other Podcasts:  Let's Chat with Chris Revill  Codex Prime Podcast  The Jmack Experience Podcast  Spark Up Podcast 

In this bonus outtake, Lauren asked Victoria Atamian Waterman, Pauline Getzoyan, and Dalita Getzoyan what their Armenian-American heritage means to them, which resulted in this thought-provoking discussion about identity and how books help us build empathy with others. Enjoy! If you haven't already, listen back to Episode 23 - Commemorating Genocide Awareness Month, published on April 8, 2025. We talked about Victoria's book Who She Left Behind, the making of the audiobook, and the important work being done by the Rhode Island Holocaust and Genocide Education Commission.  Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission. Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.

April is Genocide Awareness Month, and we're commemorating with author Victoria Atamian Waterman, actor and audiobook narrator Dalita Getzoyan, and chair of the RI Holocaust & Genocide Education Commission Pauline Getzoyan. Host Lauren talks to our guests about Victoria's book Who She Left Behind, a generational story of survival, love, and motherhood in the aftermath of the Armenian Genocide. They also discuss the joys of live theater and the experience of seeing yourself represented on the big screen for the first time. In the Last Chapter they discuss: is there a book that you identified with or learned something from that really stuck with you? Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the Ocean State. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing It to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing It podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission. Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow. Books Who She Left Behind by Victoria Atamian Waterman Superplay by Ruby Rose Fox The Jackal's Mistress by Chris Bohjalian The Burning Heart of the World by Nancy Krikorian As Long the Lemon Tree Grows by Zoulfa Katouh The Stationery Shop by Marjan Kamali Finlay Donovan is Killing It by Elle Cosimano The Sandcastle Girls by Chris Bohjalian Little Women by Louisa May Alcott The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett The Clan of the Cave Bear by Jean Auel Browse books in the Amelia Bedelia series  Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert  The Devil's Arithmetic by Jane Yolen  Media Between Borders (2024) Severance (2022- )   English (play) The Six Triple Eight (2024) My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002) No Good Deed (2024- ) Other Victoria Atamian Waterman Rhode Island Holocaust and Genocide Education Commission Dalita Getzoyan

Host Emily chats with author, poet, essaysist (and more), Hanif Abdurraqib, author of There's Always This Year: On Basketball and Ascension, the 2025 Reading Across Rhode Island title. They talk about the book, their dogs, and unofficial sister cities Columbus, OH and Providence, RI. Abdurraqib will be in Rhode Island for a free author event on April 22, 2025. Grab your seat today! Learn more about Reading Across Rhode Island and get books for your work, library, classroom, or for your book club with your friends!   Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the Ocean State. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing It to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing It podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.    Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.   Books Jailbreak of Sparrows by Martin Espada Pathemata: Or, the Story of my Mouth by Maggie Nelson Decade of the Brain by Janine Joseph Go Ahead in the Rain by Hanif Abdurraqib A Little Devil in America by Hanif Abdurraqib Media All Cylinders - Yves Jarvis Hope Handwritten - Hope Tala Everything is Recorded - Richard Russel and others Off with her Head - Banks   Other Essay - Anne Carson, Beware the man whose handwriting sways like a reed in the wind Hanif Interview with Song Exploder, Key Change: Hanif Abdurraqib on The Clash Franny Choi, Poet and Essayist  

Host Tayla talks with storyteller and Reading Across Rhode Island honorary co-chair Len Cabral about this year's RARI pick, There's Always This Year by Hanif Abdurraquib. They also discuss Len's life and work, and the North Providence Summer Basketball League. In the Last Chapter they discuss: What's a genre of book outside of your regular picks that you wish you read more of? Overdueing It is a project funded by theRhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the Ocean State. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing It to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing It podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission. Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow. Books There's Always This Year by Hanif Abdurraquib Medgar and Myrlie by Joy-Ann Reid Browse books by Nikki Giovanni James by Percival Everett The Shadow Cabinet by Juno Dawson Youth Group by Jordan Morris and Bowen McCurdy Wicked by Gregory Maguire How the Rabbit Lost His Tail by Len Cabral and Kate DeCarvalho Anansi's Narrow Waist by Len Cabral and David Diaz Jump Up and Say! A Collection of Black Storytelling edited by Linda Goss and Clay Goss Save Me a Seat by Sarah Weeks and Gita Varadarajan The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson The First Tycoon by T. J. Stiles Media A Complete Unknown (2024) Wicked (2024) The Six Triple Eight (2024) Hidden Figures (2016) Meet Me at the Court Other Len Cabral Storyteller Rhode Island Center for the Book Providence Inner City Arts

Emily chats with Chris and Cherai from PechaKuchaPVD, Providence's free monthly adult show and tell community building and storytelling event. It's the 2nd longest running PechaKucha in the world! Hear about how they are building community throughout Providence and how you can get involved, in the audience or on stage! Visit PechaKuchaPVD on the web at pechakuchapvd.org or on Instagram at @PechaKuchaPVD.  Want something even more special? PechaKuchaPVD will host a show on May 28th at the Knight Memorial Library in Providence as the library celebrates their 100th anniversary! Mark your calendars and celebrate libraries, community, storytelling, and creativity with a great group of people.  -- Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the Ocean State. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing It to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing It podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.    Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow. In Today's Episode:  Books Thanks For Everything (Now Get Out) by Joseph Margulies  The Storytelling Animal by Jonathan Gottschall The Pairing by Casey McQuiston The Flavor Bible by Karen Page Media Baldur's Gate 3 Sailor Moon Juror #2 Sonic 3 Eddie Murphy Movies: Norbit The Nutty Professor II: The Klumps Coming to America Trading Places Vampire in Brooklyn Other PVD GCal  

Host Tayla talks with the author of Prescription for Pain, Philip Eli, about his debut book. Prescription for Pain explores the career of Dr. Paul Volkman and its culmination in 4 life sentences for prescription drug dealing. They also get into the true crime Philip is reading, space tourism, and sitcoms set in schools. In the Last Chapter they discuss: Would you rather have the ability to understand another language but only when reading or be able to transport to the location you are reading about? Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the Ocean State. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing It to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing It podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission. Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow. Books Prescription for Pain by Philip Eil The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin Let Me Take You Down by Jack Jones Why We Did It by Tim Miller Under Alien Skies by Philip Plait Persepolis Rising (The Expanse #7) by James S. A. Corey In Cold Blood by Truman Capote Painkiller by Will Staeger Dopesick by Beth Macy Empire of Pain by Patrick Radden Keefe Dreamland by Sam Quinones Media The Great British Baking Show (2010- ) English Teacher (2024- ) Abbott Elementary (2021- ) Last Call (2023) Baldur's Gate III (videogame) Vibe Check (podcast) The Jinx (2015-2024) Painkiller (2023) Dopesick (2021) Other Philip Eil (website) Narcan Resources Heartleaf Books, Providence, RI Stillwater Books, West Warwick, RI

Lauren chats with Cynthia Bemis-Abrams of the Advanced TV Herstory podcast. They talk about memoirs, inspiring women, and what it's like to view television history with a feminist lens. In the Last Chapter they discuss good book-to-TV adaptations. Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.  Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow. Books Eleanor Roosevelt on Screen: The First Lady's Appearances in Film & Television, 1932-1962 by Angela S. Beauchamp Connie: A Memoir by Connie Chung The Younger Girl by Georgia Jeffries When Women Invented Television by Jennifer Keishin Armstrong Not Your China Doll by Katie Gee Salisbury I Said Yes to Everything: A Memoir by Lee Grant My Thirty Years Backstairs at the White House by Lillian Rogers Parks   Media The Diplomat (TV series, 2023 - ) Madam Secretary (TV series, 2014 – 2019) Love, Gilda (film, 2019) Julia (documentary film, 2022) Murder, She Wrote (TV series, 1984 – 1996) Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (film, 1982) The Harvey Girls (film, 1946) All-American Girl (TV series, 1994 – 1995) The Facts of Life (TV series, 1979-1988) The Judy Garland Show (TV series, 1963 – 1964) Diana Ross Live from Central Park (TV special, 1983) My So Called Life (TV series, 1995) Police Woman (TV series, 1974-1978) Station Eleven (TV series, 2022) Winds of War (TV mini-series, 1983) Backstairs at the White House (TV mini-series, 1979)   Other Cabot Cove Gazette – a Murder, She Wrote podcast Hey Rhody Podcast Let's Chat with Chris Revill Advanced TV Herstory – June and Pepper: Early 70s LGBTQ+ Allyship Advanced TV Herstory – Diana Ross' 1983 Concert in Central Park

Host Tayla talks with Alicia from the University of Rhode Island, Dymond from Bryant University, and Olivia from Salve Regina University about the services and resources that their libraries offer to first generation college students to help them succeed in higher education. They also get into queer picture books for children and the joys of action movies. In the Last Chapter they discuss: would you rather only be able to read books written before the 20th century or after? Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing It to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing It podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission. Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow. Books House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J. Maas Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros The Christmas Fix by Lucy Score Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston Brooklyn by Tracy Brown The Love Songs of W.E.B. Du Bois by Honorée Fanonne Jeffers The Grey Wolf by Louise Penny The Rivals by Jane Pek Grandad's Camper by Harry Woodgate When Aidan Became a Brother by Kyle Lukoff Call Me Max by Kyle Lukoff Love, Violet by Charlotte Sullivan Wild Best Hex Ever by Nadia El-Fassi The Measure by Nikki Erlick Emma by Jane Austen Media Abbott Elementary (2021- ) Hellbound (2021-2024) Wicked (2024) Ghosts (2021- ) Matlock (2024- ) The Equalizer (2014) Gladiator II (2024) Clueless (1995) Other The University of Rhode Island Bryant University Salve Regina University

Before we launched Overdueing It, our team collectively produced over three hundred episodes of both Down Time with Cranston Public Library and Rhody Radio podcasts. This week, we're bringing you the first ITEM RENEWAL, where we share an excerpt from these archives. In this bonus episode, we're taking you back to the Providence Children's Museum with an episode of Down Time first published in March of 2022. Host Tayla talks with Shayna and Caroline from PCM about how there's no wrong way to visit the Children's Museum. You'll also hear our Last Chapter segment, wherein we discuss: What is a book from your childhood that stands the test of time? Browse our team's full back catalog at overdueingit.org/archive. Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the Ocean State. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing It to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing It podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.  Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.

Emily speaks with Victoria and Andrew of the Providence Children's Museum about infusing play in our lives. From young to old, play is an essential part of the human experience in how we create memories and learn. Plus, listen along for pop culture references, great recommendations, and to learn whether Andrew is Team Logan or Team Jess.  Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the Ocean State. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing It to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing It podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.  Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.   Books ADHD Is Awesome by Penn Holderness Feminist Guide to ADHD: How Women can Thrive and Find Focus in a World Built for Men by Janina Maschke The Wide Wide Sea: Imperial Ambition, First Contact and the Fateful Final Voyage of Captain James Cook by Hampton Sides Discoverers by Daniel Boorstin Shadow Divers by Robert Kurson The Faculty Lounge by Jennifer Mathieu  Dear Girl by Amy Krouse Rosenthal Rainbow Crow: A Lenape Tale by Nancy Van Laan Bodies are Cool by Tyler Feder Press Here by Herve Tullet  Media Great British Baking Show Heartstopper The Hollow (Netflix) Taskmaster  Gilmore Girls Bob's Burgers Other Cave Exploration and more with New England Explorer Michael Girard Providence Children's Museum Sign up for the newsletter and visit them on Instagram and Youtube!

Host Cheryl, library director at the Community Libraries of Providence, talks with her colleagues Dhana, Michelle, Lee, and Khamry about the variety of ways CLPVD is building library services that respond to the unique communities they serve. They also get into re-learning how to read for pleasure after school, book club titles, and Hot Frosty. In the Last Chapter, Cheryl asks: What books do you like to give as gifts?   Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing It to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing It podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.   Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.   Books Madness: Race and Insanity in a Jim Crow Asylum by Antonia Hylton The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself by Joe Dispenza Dominicana by Angie Cruz You Like It Darker by Stephen King The Mist by Stephen King The Silence of the Lambs by Thomas Harris Are You Nobody Too? by Tina Cane The Wedding People by Alison Espach The Connected Community by Cormac Russell Pinkalicious by Victoria Kann and Elizabeth Kann The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo  The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle Oh, the Places You'll Go! by Dr. Seuss A Beginner's Guide to Rug Tufting by Kristen Pozorski Best of Both Worlds by Matt Price and Aaron Brown   Media It's What's Inside (2024) Oddity (2024) Lost In Space (2018-2021) Brooklyn Nine-Nine (2013-2021) Hot Frosty (2024) The Trunk (2024) The Story of The Pearl Girl (2024- ) The Madness (2024)   Other Community Libraries of Providence

Host Tayla is joined by Meghan Elizabeth Kallman and Josephine Ferorelli, co-authors of The Conceivable Future. They talk about escapist fiction, shows about people who are good at their jobs, and how the friendship gap affects wedding planning. In the second half of the show they dive into why Meghan and Josephine wrote a book about reproductive rights and climate change. In the Last Chapter they discuss: What is a quote or line from a book that's always stuck with you?   Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.   Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.   Books The Conceivable Future by Meghan Elizabeth Kallman & Josephine Ferorelli All Fours by Miranda July The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi by S. A. Chakroborty The Book of Delights by Ross Gay The Mourner's Bestiary by Eiren Caffall Her Majesty's Royal Coven by Juno Dawson The Merlin Trilogy by Mary Stewart The Book of Dust by Philip Pullman Leviathan Wakes (Expanse #1) by James S. A. Corey To Bless the Space Between Us by John O'Donohue Kid Gloves by Lucy Knisley   Media The Diplomat (2023- ) The Law According to Lidia Poët (2023- ) The Wedding Ringer (2015)  The Breaker Upperers (2018) I Love You, Man (2009)   Other Conceivable Future

Host Tayla is joined by Tony Weaver Jr., author of the new middle grade graphic novel Weirdo. They talk about the publishing industry, writing what you want to see in the world, and talking in meaningful ways about youth mental health. In the Last Chapter they discuss: What is the last show you binge watched?   Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing It to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing It podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.   Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.   Books Weirdo by Tony Weaver, Jr. and Jes & Cin Wibowo Jujutsu Kaisen Vol. 1 by Gege Akutami Pokemon Adventures Vol. 1 by Hidenori Kusaka and Mato My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry by Fredrik Backman This Is How You Lose the Time War by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone Princess Jellyfish Vol. 1 by Akiko Higashimura The Storied Life of A. J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang You Will Find Your People by Lane Moore The Lonely City by Olivia Laing   Media Pokémon (1997-2023) Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist (2024) Beyblade (2001-2005) Only Murders In the Building (2021- ) Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God (2023) Don't F**k With Cats (2019)   Other Tony Weaver, Jr.

Ep. #12 - Libraries and Cuisine at CHOP   This episode is for food lovers! Emily chats with Josh and Shannon from Genesis Center about their newly launched Social Enterprise, CHOP (Culinary Hub of Providence), which is located on the ground floor of Providence Public Library.  A perfect pairing that's worth a visit in the heart of Providence!   Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.    Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.   Books The Essential Cuisine by Michel Bras The Bang Bang Club: Snapshots from a hidden war by Greg Marinovich Media Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhakpa Sherpa Read more: Stories for South Asian supergirls by Raj Kaur Khaira Only Murders in the Building Bonus Visit CHOP online at https://www.culinaryhubpvd.com/ Did you know? CHOP celebrated its official ribbon cutting on October 10! They are now open for dinner and cocktails select nights a week! Congrats, CHOP team! Visit Genesis Center and learn more about their other programs at https://www.gencenter.org/

Host Tayla is joined by Cheryl Patnaude and Jeanne Gattegno from the Rhode Island Coalition for Elder Justice to discuss the important work they're doing to ensure that vulnerable adults are valued and protected from abuse, neglect and exploitation. In the Last Chapter they discuss: what books are in their “to be read” pile?   Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing It to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing It podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.   Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.   Books Swan Song by Elin Hilderbrand Browse books by Patrick Taylor Sarah's Key by Tatiana de Rosnay Life Is Strange Vol. 1 by Emma Vieceli, Claudia Leonardi, and Andrea Izzo The Other Wes Moore by Wes Moore   Media A Beautiful Noise   Other RI Coalition for Elder Justice Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553369709935 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@RICoalitionforElderJustice  Office of Healthy Aging - Adult Protective Services Adult Protective Services hotline: 401-462-0555 Haven for Elder Abuse Victims - St Elizabeth Community To speak to an advocate about help call 401-244-5476 Direct Service Provider trainings are for community-based professionals and direct service providers who work with vulnerable and older adults. Trainees will learn about what elder abuse is, the different types and how to report suspe   cted abuse. The training will also connect providers with resources such as Adult Protective Services, Law Enforcement and Elder Abuse Advocates. To learn more or to get involved, please call 401-739-2844 or email mmonteiro@stelizabethcommunity.org   Providence Performing Arts Center

The word of the episode is: Intentional! Host Emily talks with Rhode Island's multi-passionate creative and all around inspirational woman, Dennise Kowalczyk, otherwise known as The Adventure Broad. Visit her online to learn more about all of her amazing projects and sign up for her fun-tastic events, and follow her adventures on Instagram!   Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.    Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.   Books Tomorrow there will be Apricots - Jessica Soffer The Pivot Year: 365 days to become the person you truly want to be - Briana Wiest  Wildflower - Drew Barrymore The Book of Awakening: Having the life you want by being present to the life you have - Mark Nepo Under the Tuscan Sun - Frances Mayes  Dead Romantics - Ashley Posten There's Always This Year: On basketball and ascension - Hanif Abdurraqib   Media A Discovery of Witches And the book series! Unprisoned Selling Sunset   Other theadenturebroad.com @TheAdventureBroad @Dames Who Dine Hey Rhody RISE Leadership Conference Remember the Milk  Marco Polo  

Host Lauren chats with Chuck Staton, host of the Funbearable podcast, producer of Tuesdays with Stories with Mark Normand and Joe List, and director who's worked with the Impractical Jokers, Kevin Smith, Mike Birbiglia, Drew Barrymore, and more! They talk about Chuck's career, the upcoming Funbearable live show, and A LOT of movies and TV shows.    Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.    Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.   Books Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin by Kevin B. Eastman East of Eden by John Steinbeck   Media Chimp Crazy (TV mini series 2024) - Streaming on HBO Max Trap (2024) - Coming to libraries on DVD & Blu-ray November 2024 Monkey Man (2024) Deadpool and Wolverine (2024) - Coming to libraries on DVD & Blu-ray soon Poker Face: Season One (2023) Paul T. Goldman (TV mini series 2023) - Streaming on Peacock Twisted Metal (TV series 2023) - Streaming on Peacock Hysteria! (TV series 2024) - Streaming on Peacock as of October 18, 2024 Parks and Recreation (TV series 2009-2015) Parks and Recreation: Season Three [Episode 10] (2011) The Chuck and Brad Podcast (2019-2023) Tell ‘em Steve Dave Podcast (2010 - ) It (2018) Futurama (TV series 1999 - ) Rick and Morty (TV series, 2013 - ) Angle (2023) - Streaming on Peacock   Other @overdueingitpod on instagram overdueingit.org More info about the Funbearable podcast  

This week Tayla is joined by Lynda Lacava, a staff member at North Providence Union Free Library and Kate Lentz, director of the Rhode Island Center for the Book, to talk about Lynda's recent accomplishment of visiting every library in Rhode Island. Also, Kate shares the Challenge that the Rhode Island Center for the Books encouraged families to visit 5 libraries this summer.     Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.   Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.   Books The Teacher by Freida McFadden The Paris Daughter by Kristin Harmel The Wedding People by Alison Espach Jackie by Dawn Clifton Tripp Maria by Michelle Moran Becoming Madam Secretary by Stephanie Dray Roller Girl by Victoria Jamieson The Lost Library by Rebecca Stead Solito by Javier Zamora   Media The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013) New Girl (2011-2018)   Paris 2024 Paralympics   Other Rhode Island Center For the Book North Providence Union Free Library Kids Reading Across RI Program 2024 National Book Festival | Library of Congress Providence Roller Derby WPRI 12 News Street Stories: Woman makes it her mission to visit RI's 70 public libraries Community Libraries of Providence

We've got some pizza episode leftovers to share, a few side conversations that didn't make the main episode last week, including the hottest takes about the coldest regional variety of pizza around. If you haven't already, listen back to Episode 7 - Overdueing It Eats: Pizza, wherein we tried some of the best slices in Rhode Island. Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.   Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.  

In this episode, the Overdueing It team sets out to find the best pizza in Rhode Island. They divided various pizza places across the state among them and conquered their pies off mic, Then topped it off with sharing pizza from The Big Cheese the day of the recording. Do you agree with our pizza picks?   Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.   Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.   Books Disability Intimacy edited by Alice Wong Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia A Love Like the Sun by Riss M. Neilson Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng The Steerswoman by Rosemary Kirstein     Media Circulating Ideas Episode 261 (podcast) Bones (2005-2017) Muriel's Wedding (1994) Girls5Eva (2021- ) Waitress: The Musical (2023) I Am: Celine Dion (2024) Celine Dion Paris 2024 Olympic Performance - Hymne A L'Amour (YouTube) Gojira Paris 2024 Olympic Performance - Ah! Ça Ira! (YouTube) Queen Charlotte (2023) Gladiator (2000) Off Menu (podcast)   Other Paris 2024 Olympics RI Food Fights The Big Cheese & Pub, Cranston, RI Pasquale's Wakefield, RI Pizza Marvin, Providence, RI Pizza J, Providence, RI Caserta's, Providence, RI PVD Pizza, Providence, RI Antonio's Pizza Plaza Pizza II, Swansea, MA

This week Tayla is joined by Fallon Masterson, producer and co-founder of Stranger Stories PVD and Lauren LaBelle, writer and Stranger Stories participant to talk about this monthly lit night event in Providence.   Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.   Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.   Books Prescription For Pain by Philip Eil The Best American Essays (series) The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss The White Bishop by Brandon Perras-Sanchez and Aron Beauregard Selene Shade: Resurrectionist For Hire by Victoria Dalpe Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros The Fallbacks: Bound For Ruin by Jaleigh Johnson   Media Fantasy Fangirls (Podcast) Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997-2003) Never Have I Ever (2020-2023) We Are Lady Parts (2021- ) Somebody Feed Phil (2018- ) House of the Dragon (2022- ) WWE Raw (1993- ) Survivor (2000- ) RuPaul's Drag Race (2009- ) The Acolyte (2024- )   Other Stranger Stories PVD

Host Lauren visits the Preservation Society of Newport County and interviews Chief Curator Leslie B. Jones about the mansion known as The Elms.  If These Walls Could Talk is a series of podcast episodes where we learn about the historic house museums of Rhode Island. Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast cannot be reproduced without express written permission.  Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow. Books Passing Strange: A Gilded Age Tale of Love and Deception Across the Color Line by Martha A. Sandweiss The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain James by Percival Everett The First Tycoon: The Epic Life of Cornelius Vanderbilt by T.J. Stiles Media American Fiction (2024) The Gilded Age: Season One The Gilded Age: Season Two – Streaming on HBO Max, coming to libraries on DVD in fall 2024 Downton Abbey: Season Four (Episode 9) Other @overdueingitpod on instagram overdueingit.org More info about The Elms

Emily chats with Caroline and Mads from Heartleaf Books as she continues to explore Cooperatives and the Solidarity Economy in Rhode Island. Listen to past episodes with RI Co-Ops and Fuerza Laboral from Rhody Radio; Growing the Solidarity Economy and Birthworkers in RI.   In this episode: Books Snowglobe – Soyoung Park Invisible Hotel – Yeji Ham Ocean's Gadori – elaine cho I Was a Teenage Slasher – Stephen Graham Jones Parasol Against the Axe – Helen Oyeyemi Privatization of Everything – Donald Cohen Poverty for Profit – Anne Kim Oye – Melissa Mogollon The Pairing – Casey McQuiston Gideon the Ninth – Tamsyn Muir Waiting to Welcome – Bri Marie McNish (Illustrator) A Love Like the Sun – Riss Neilson Media The Bear The Great North Great News Bob's Burgers Central Park Your Fat Friend Other Classes at The Steel Yard Heartleaf Books: https://heartleafbooks.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heartleafbooks

Host Lauren visits the Lippitt House Museum in Providence and interviews the Museum Director, Carrie Taylor.  If These Walls Could Talk is a series of podcast episodes that began on Rhody Radio, where we learn about the historic house museums of Rhode Island. For previous episodes in the series, click the links below:  Nathanael Greene Homestead: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rhodyradio/episodes/If-These-Walls-Could-Talk-The-Nathanael-Greene-Homestead-e2c6c3p/a-a6ohs2g Paine House Museum:  https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rhodyradio/episodes/If-These-Walls-Could-Talk-The-Paine-House-Museum-e26j24k/a-a6ohs2i Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.   Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow. Books D Day: June 6, 1944: The Climactic Battle of World War II by Stephen E. Ambrose The Mercies by Kiran Millwood Hargrave The Invention of Miracles by Katie Booth Native Providence by Patricia E. Rubertone  Media  Band of Brothers (2001) Other @overdueingitpod on instagram overdueingit.org More info about the Lippitt House Museum  

Host Tayla interviews award winning author and illustrator Raúl The Third during the 2024 Rhode Island Library Association Conference in front of a live audience.  Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.  Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow. Books My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Ottessa Moshfegh Your Brain's Not Broken by Dr. Tamara Rosier Raul the Third's work ¡Vamos! Let's Celebrate Halloween and Día de los Muertos The Snips: A Bad Buzz Day  Media Survivor (2000- ) Star Wars: Bad Batch (2021-2024) Star Wars: Tales of the Empire (2024)  Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order Other @overdueingitpod on instagram overdueingit.org More info about Raúl The Third  

The teams that bought you Down Time with Cranston Public Library and Rhody Radio discuss their new project, Overdueing It: The Rhode Island Library Podcast. Get to know the Creative Team - Emily Goodman, Dave Bartos, Tayla Cardillo, and Lauren Walker - as they share their goals and vision for this new statewide library outreach podcast. They also discuss the joys of rewatching their comfort TV shows, punny book titles, and the importance of media literacy. In the Last Chapter, our wrap-up segment where we answer a library or bookish question, they share what two fictional universes they would like to combine   Have an exciting new project going on at your library? Want to introduce us to your neighborhood superstars? Email the team at overdueingitpod@gmail.com to find out how to get involved! Find us on Instagram @overdueingitpod or online at our website overduingit.org.   Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of employment. The content of Overdueing It episodes are the property of the individual creators, with permission for Overdueing it to share the content on their podcast feed in perpetuity. Any of the content from the Overdueing podcast can not be reproduced without express written permission.  Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.   Books Ancillary Justice by Ann Leckie The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain James by Percival Everett Bitch by Lucy Cooke Funny Story by Emily Henry Dial A For Aunties by Jesse Q. Sutanto Hot Earl Summer by Erica Ridley Arsenic and Adobo by Mia P. Manansala The Matzah Ball by Jean Meltzer Gwen and Art Are Not In Love by Lex Croucher The Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue by Mackenzi Lee Mother Night by Kurt Vonnegut   Media Cheers (1982-1993) Reba (2001-2007) Gilmore Girls (2000-2007)  The Simpsons (1989- ) The Simpsons Movie (2007) Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987-1994) Supernatural (2005-2020)   Other Down Time With Cranston Public Library Rhody Radio: Rhode Island Library Radio Online  Brandon Bird 

Have you always wanted to listen to a podcast where library workers chat with authors, community superstars and other neighbors around Rhode Island about their current favorite books, TV and movies, and all the big things they are doing in our little state? Then check out Overdueing It: The Rhode Island Library Podcast, available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and everywhere else you find podcasts! Each episode will feature conversations with folks from around the Ocean State and beyond as they dive into what they're reading, watching, and loving.   New episodes are released every other Tuesday at noon. Subscribe to Overdueing It on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you get your podcasts!   Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.   That's Overdueing It: The Rhode Island Library Podcast. We're Overdueing it, but you're doing just fine!

Have you always wanted to listen to a podcast where library workers chat with authors, community superstars and other neighbors around Rhode Island about their current favorite books, TV and movies, and all the big things they are doing in our little state? Then check out Overdueing It: The Rhode Island Library Podcast, available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and everywhere else you find podcasts! Each episode will feature conversations with folks from around the Ocean State and beyond as they dive into what they're reading, watching, and loving.   New episodes are released every other Tuesday at noon. Subscribe to Overdueing It on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or anywhere you get your podcasts!   Overdueing It is a project funded by the Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the Rhode Island Center for the Book. Our logo was designed by Sarah Bouvier and our theme music is by Neura-Flow.   That's Overdueing It: The Rhode Island Library Podcast. We're Overdueing it, but you're doing just fine!

This week Tayla is joined by Suzanne Walker and Emma Mieko Candon to discuss their short stories in Star Wars From a Certain Point of View: Return of the Jedi. They share with us what it was like writing in a universe that they have loved since childhood. They also discuss both reading and writing fantasy and science fiction, rewatching shows, and Critical Role. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What would be the title of your autobiography/memoir? Podcast disclaimer Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you'd like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening! Books Star Wars From a Certain Point of View: Return of the Jedi Mooncakes by Suzanne Walker and Wendy Xu Archive Undying by Emma Mieko Candon Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi by S. A. Chakroborty Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree The Water Outlaws by S. L. Huang    The Death I Gave Him by Em X. Liu Baking Yesteryear by B. Dylan Hollis AV Black Sails (2014-2017) The Venture Bros. (2003-2018) The Venture Bros.: Radiant Is the Blood of the Baboon Heart (2023) Friends at the Table (podcast) The Legend of Vox Machina (2022- ) Other Suzanne Walker Emma Mieko Candon Waypoint

This week Tayla is joined by Justin Silverman from the New England First Amendment Coalition and Ed Fitzpatrick from the Boston Globe. Ed shares his experience working as a journalist and how journalism has changed since he began. Justin speaks to the importance of protecting the first amendment and the free press for our democracy. They also discuss Katherine Switzer and the Boston marathon, mockumentaries, Queer Eye. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Are you a re-reader and if so what do you find yourself rereading?  Podcast disclaimer Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you'd like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening! Books   The Lola Quartet by Emily St. John Mandel Marathon Woman by Katherine Switzer Micheline's Three Conditions by Rose Foley & Micheline Sheehy Skeffington Up In the Old Hotel and Other Stories by Joseph Mitchell Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann AV Rhode Island Report (podcast) Station Eleven (2021-2022) Documentary Now! (2015- )  Succession (2018-2023)  Queer Eye (2018- )   Other The Boston Globe - Rhode Island New England First Amendment Coalition

This week Tayla is joined by Evan Villari, maker of the documentary “Blood & Watershed” about the creation of the Scituate Reservoir. They talk about what Evan learned about water access making the film and his personal connections to the story. They also discuss curating library collections, a local author, and Martin Scorsese. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is the worst best book you've ever read?  Podcast disclaimer Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you'd like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening! Books In-Your-Face Basketball Book by Chuck Wielgus and Alexander Wolff Wired by Paul F. Caranci Fat Girls Hiking by Summer Michaud-Skog Fourth Wing by Rebeca Yarros The Devil and the Blacksmith by Jeanpaul Farro  Browse books by John Bellairs AV Blood and Watershed (PBS) Maintenance Phase (podcast) Killers of the Flower Moon (2023)  Other Cranston Public Library. “Library Eliminates Fines on Books.” Cranston Herald, 3 Sept. 2020, cranstononline.com/stories/library-eliminates-fines-on-books,155378. PFAS Explained (U. S. Environmental Protection Agency)

This week Tayla is joined by Pauline Getzoyan and Giovanna Wiseman to talk about their work on the RI Holocaust and Genocide Education Commission. They share how the commission helps RI teachers include the holocaust and education about other genocides in their curricula. They also discuss reading as escapism, Barbenheimer, and Galaxy Quest. During The Last Chapter they discuss: If you could have the answer to one mystery, what would it be and why?  Podcast disclaimer Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you'd like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening! Books The Lioness by Chris Bohjalian Deli Sarkis: The Scars He Carried by Ellen Sarkisian Chestnut Refugee Realities by Tara Seger Far From the Tree by Andrew Solomon Red, White, and Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree AV The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2017-2023) Barbie (2023) Oppenheimer (2023) The Sound of Music (1965) Star Trek: Picard (2020-2023) Galaxy Quest (1999) Other Reach out to the RI Holocaust and Genocide Education Commission at rihgec@gmail.com and at 401-646-4799 RI Department of Education Holocaust and Genocide Education Resources Sandra Bornstein Holocaust Education Center The Genocide Education Project Wednesday, October 4 at 6:00 PM - The Freedom to Read: Challenges to Intellectual Freedom Then and Now @ Central Read the latest reports about Artsakh here and here

This week guest host Elena is joined by Kim and Becky from the Central Library's technical services department. We hope you enjoy this behind the scenes glimpse at their efforts to prepare library materials for use. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What are the kinds of books you like to give as gifts? Podcast disclaimer Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you'd like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening! Books Spare by Prince Harry Frizzy by Claribel A. Ortega Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt Adventures of Captain Underpants by Dav Pilkey Moo, Baa, La La La! by Sandra Boynton Chicken Soup With Rice by Maurice Sendak Scary Stories to Tell In the Dark by Alvin Schwartz Browse Goosebumps books in the library catalog I Want to Be a Vase by Julio Torres Invisible by Christina Diaz Gonzalez, Gabriela Epstein, and Lark Pien Amari and the Night Brothers by B. B. Alston AV Higglytown Heroes (2004-2008) Heartstopper (2022- ) 1923 (2022-2023) Yellowstone (2018-2023) Queen Charlotte (2023) Schitt's Creek (2015-2020) You (2018-2024) 90 Day Fiancé (2014- ) Love Island (2015- ) The Idol (2023) Turning Red (2021) Where the Crawdads Sing (2022) Scary Stories to Tell In the Dark (2019) Goosebumps (1995-1998) Other Down Time Episode 159 - CPL's Circulation Department Cranston Public Library Materials Donation Policy

This week Tayla is joined by Teddi Jallow, Executive Director & Co-founder of the Refugee Dream Center and Honorary Chair of 2024 Reading Across Rhode Island (RARI). They discuss the work being done at Refugee Dream Center to welcome people to the United States, as well as this year's RARI selection, Solito by Javier Zamora. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is a genre you wish you read more of?  Podcast disclaimer Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you'd like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening! Books Solito by Javier Zamora One Love by Cedella Marley and Vanessa Brantley-Newton A Long Way Gone by Ishmael Beah AV Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire (2024) Snowpiercer (2013) Bob Marley: One Love (2024) Our Planet (2019-2023) Other Refugee Dream Center

This week Tayla is joined by Christopher Woodrow-Butcher and Deb Aoki from the podcast Mangasplaining. They talk about their show Mangasplaining, a show about reading manga for the non-manga fan. They also discuss manga and comics getting them interested in things they would never be interested in on their own, webtoons, and how different generations view comics. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What anime/manga superpower would you like to have?  Podcast disclaimer Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you'd like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening! Books Okinawa by Susumu Higa Manga! Manga! by Frederik L. SchodtGuardians of the Louvre by Jirô Taniguchi Tokyo On Foot by Florent Chavouet Mondo Tokyo by Patrick Macias Pure Invention by Matt Alt The Uncanny Counter by Jang E (webtoon) Akane-banashi by Yuki Suenaga and Takamasa Moue (webtoon) Bunt by Ngozi Ukazu and Mad Rupert Cross Game by Mitsuru Adachi  Delicious In Dungeon by Ryoko Kui Browse books written by Chip Zdarsky in the library catalog AV The Uncanny Counter (2020-2023) MrBeast reveals his biggest project ever - Colin and Samir A Clean Sweep (2022-2023) Delicious In Dungeon (2024- ) Dune: Part Two (2024) A Certain Scientific Railgun (2009-2020) Other Mangasplaining MSX - The Mangasplaining Extra Newsletter ALA Graphic Novel and Comics Round Table Seth: 7 books that shaped my life | CBC Books Raina Telgemeier's comic about 'Barefoot Gen' translated into Japanese (cbr.com)

This week Tayla is joined by Shannon McDonnell and Christina Garcia from Sojourner House. They discuss the work Sojourner House does to support survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human traffiking. They also discuss regency romance, Dune, and how not to drown in a cup of water. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is a book you recommend to everyone?  Podcast disclaimer Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you'd like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening! Books How Not to Drown In a Glass of Water by Angie Cruz Emma by Jane Austen Vampires of El Norte by Isabel Cañas Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett Bridgerton Series by Julia Quinn Consent (For Kids!) by Rachel Brian The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch The Four Agreements by Miguel Ruiz AV The Gentlemen (2024) The Summer I Turned Pretty (2022- ) The Great (2020-2023) Poor Things (2023) The Marvels (2023) Ms. Marvel (2022) Dune (2021) Other Sojourner House Down TIme Episode 40 - Rachel Brian, Author of Consent (For Kids!)

This week Tayla is joined by Dennis Hilliard, director of the Rhode Island State Crime Laboratory,  and author Claremary P. Sweeney to discuss how science helps us both solve crimes and improve mystery novels. They discuss Dennis's work at the Crime Lab and at URI and how he became a character in Claremary's books. They also discuss NCIS, Crime Shows, and the story behind Claremary's background gag in a PBS special about South Kingstown. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Where is your favorite place to read?   Podcast disclaimer Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you'd like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening! Books South County Mystery Series by Claremary P. Sweeney Fellowship of the Ring by J. R. R. Tolkien Homegrown: Timothy McVeigh and the Rise of Right-Wing Extremism by Jeffrey Toobin Thursday Murder Club Series by Richard Osman AV #SistersInLaw (podcast) All About Agatha (podcast) Edgar Allan, détective (1981-1983) Death and Other Details (2024) Reacher (2022- ) NCIS (2003- ) Our Town: South Kingstown (PBS) Other Rhode Island State Crime Lab Claremary P. Sweeney Contemporary Theater Company Courageous RI Down Time Episode 183 - Courageous RI “Mort had a great morning at Oak Lawn Branch…” (Facebook)

This week Tayla is joined by Elena and Angela, two members of the American Library Association's 2024 Emerging Leaders cohort. They discuss the program and how they hope to influence library advocacy happening on behalf of the organization. They also discuss when to jump into long-running book series and watching podcasts on YouTube. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What author alive or dead would you like to meet and why? Podcast disclaimer Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you'd like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening! Books All the Odes by Pablo Neruda The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams by Daniel Nayeri Trust by Hernan Diaz  Girl, Woman, Other by Bernadine Evaristo I Had That Same Dream Again by Yoru Sumino and Izumi Kirihara    Blue Giant Vols. 1-2 by Shinichi Ishizuka Woman World by Aminder Dhaliwal A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J, Maas The Murderbot Diaries Series by Martha Wells The Wheel of Time Series by Robert Jordan A Song of Ice and Fire Series by George R. R. Martin AV Deadloch (2023- )  The Bald and the Beautiful with Trixie & Katya (YouTube) Tiny Meat Gang (YouTube) Random Order Show (YouTube) Brittany Broski (YouTube) Oh No Ross and Carrie (podcast)   Fantasy Fangirls (podcast) Other ALA Emerging Leaders Program No Flying, No Tights

This week Tayla is joined by documentary filmmaker Shaun Michael Colón to talk about his latest project, Age of Audio. Age of Audio is a documentary about the rise of podcasts in popular culture and the use of the format to create art. They also discuss Sapiens, the state of the MCU and much to everyone's surprise, football. During The Last Chapter they discuss: If you could find out the truth about one mystery what would it be? Podcast disclaimer Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you'd like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening! Books Sapiens by Yuval Noah Harari  Sapiens: A Graphic History by Yuval Noah Harari, David Vandermeulen, and Daniel Casanave Abeni's Song by P. Djeli Clark  AV Blue Eye Samurai (2023) Scavengers Reign (2023) The Marvels (2023)  Ms. Marvel (2022) Echo (2023-2024) Reservation Dogs (2021-2023) Black Panther (2018) WandaVision (2021) Loki (2021-2023) Moon Knight (2022) She-Hulk: Attorney at Law (2023) Other Age of Audio

This week Tayla is joined by Allison Horrocks and Mary Mahoney, hosts of the podcast Dolls of Our Lives and authors of the book by the same name. They discuss why they decided to make a podcast about American Girl and why these dolls appeal to so many young people. They also discuss J.Lo, podcasts leading to a reading deep dive, and mysteries. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Which American Girl do you think you're most like?  Podcast disclaimer Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you'd like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening! Books Dolls of Our Lives by Mary Mahoney and Allison Horrocks The Power Broker by Robert A. Caro Working by Robert A. Caro Iris Kelly Doesn't Date by Ashley Herring Blake First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston Killing Me by Michele Gagnon Hoops by Matt Tavares Yoga Life by Brett Larkin AV Dolls of Our Lives (podcast) 99% Invisible (podcast) Death and Other Details (2024- ) Mrs Sidhu Investigates (2023- ) Vanderpump Rules (2013- ) Couple to Throuple (2024- ) This Is Me…Now (trailer) Ghosts (2021- ) Other Allison Horrocks on Instagram Mary Mahoney on Instagram Download American Girl's Black Heroines' Books for Free

To celebrate our 200th episode, the creative team got together to share their hot takes by doing some tier ranking! Listen to find out what books ruined Elena, Robin's favorite author events this year, Dave's favorite robots, and Tayla's thoughts about how librarians are represented in the media. Podcast disclaimer Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you'd like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening! Elena - Books That Hurt My Feelings and Made Me Want to Cry Bunny by Mona Awad This Thing Between Us by Gus Moreno Bolero by Wyatt Kennedy Pure Colour by Sheila Heti Down the Drain by Julia Fox We Spread by Iain Reid Simon Sort of Says by Erin Bow Jane by Maggie Nelson The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins Ponies by Kij Johnson Toilet-bound Hanako-kun by Aidalro Robin - A Year of Attending Author Events Jennifer Weiner Martha Hall Kelly Sy Montgomery Fiona Davis Warren Zanes A Time to Gather by Kimberly Ragosta Dolls of Our Lives by Mary Mahoney and Allison Horrocks Dale Arnold Jean Kwok Kristen Harmel Nicola Harrison Lisa See Marie Benedict Victoria Christopher Murray Ibram X. Kendi Joel Christian Gill Dave - My Favorite Thing is Robots The Brave Little Toaster (1987) Battlestar Galactica (2004-2009) A Psalm For the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987-1994) All Systems Red by Martha Wells  Short Circuit (1986) The Wild Robot by Peter Brown  The Terraformers by Annalee Newitz Tayla - Librarian Representation In Media Desk Set (1957) The Librarian - SNL (YouTube) Avatar: The Last Airbender (2005-2008) The Librarians (2014-2018) Batgirl of Burnside by Cameron Stewart, Brenden Fletcher and Babs Tarr SECRET TIER - Down TIme Episodes Ranked Episode 189 - Blood and Watershed Episode 178 - Star Wars From a Certain Point of View Episode 168 - Find Your Voice with Mark Binder Episode 153 - Reading Across Rhode Island with Sara Nović, author of TRUE BIZ (YouTube) Episode 145 - Alex Graudins, Author of IMPROVE Episode 188 - CPL's Teen Volunteers Episode 175 - F*cked Up Fairy Tales with Liz

To celebrate our 200th episode, the creative team got together to share their hot takes by doing some tier ranking! Listen to find out what books ruined Elena, Robin's favorite author events this year, Dave's favorite robots, and Tayla's thoughts about how librarians are represented in the media. If you missed the livestream and would like to watch this episode with video, you can find the video version here. Podcast disclaimer Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you'd like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening! Elena - Books That Hurt My Feelings and Made Me Want to Cry Bunny by Mona Awad This Thing Between Us by Gus Moreno Bolero by Wyatt Kennedy Pure Colour by Sheila Heti Down the Drain by Julia Fox We Spread by Iain Reid Simon Sort of Says by Erin Bow Jane by Maggie Nelson The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins Ponies by Kij Johnson Toilet-bound Hanako-kun by Aidalro Robin - A Year of Attending Author Events Jennifer Weiner Martha Hall Kelly Sy Montgomery Fiona Davis Warren Zanes A Time to Gather by Kimberly Ragosta Dolls of Our Lives by Mary Mahoney and Allison Horrocks Dale Arnold Jean Kwok Kristen Harmel Nicola Harrison Lisa See Marie Benedict Victoria Christopher Murray Ibram X. Kendi Joel Christian Gill Dave - My Favorite Thing is Robots The Brave Little Toaster (1987) Battlestar Galactica (2004-2009) A Psalm For the Wild-Built by Becky Chambers Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987-1994) All Systems Red by Martha Wells  Short Circuit (1986) The Wild Robot by Peter Brown  The Terraformers by Annalee Newitz Tayla - Librarian Representation In Media Desk Set (1957) The Librarian - SNL (YouTube) Avatar: The Last Airbender (2005-2008) The Librarians (2014-2018) Batgirl of Burnside by Cameron Stewart, Brenden Fletcher and Babs Tarr SECRET TIER - Down TIme Episodes Ranked Episode 189 - Blood and Watershed Episode 178 - Star Wars From a Certain Point of View Episode 168 - Find Your Voice with Mark Binder Episode 153 - Reading Across Rhode Island with Sara Nović, author of TRUE BIZ (YouTube) Episode 145 - Alex Graudins, Author of IMPROVE Episode 188 - CPL's Teen Volunteers Episode 175 - F*cked Up Fairy Tales with Liz

This week Tayla is joined by Emily to talk all things romance novels - what draws her to the genre, what keeps the formula interesting, and what she's reading right now. They also talked about romantasy, Hallmark Channel series, and cults. During the Last Chapter they discuss: have you ever had a crush on a book character and, if so, who? Podcast disclaimer Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you'd like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening! Books Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros Normal People by Sally Rooney Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross One Last Stop by Casey McQuiston Between the Lines by Jodi Picoult and Samantha Van Leer A British Girl's Guide to Hurricanes and Heartbreak by Laura Taylor Namey The Road Trip by Beth O'Leary AV Good Witch (2015-2021) Daughters of the Cult (2024) Love Has Won (2023) Other Rhody Radio Book & Movie Groups at Cranston Public Library

This week Tayla is joined by Dave and Maggie from the Central Library to talk about media with time loops in honor of Groundhog Day. They discuss why they enjoy media with time loops and what some of their favorites are. They also discuss hopeful future narratives, brain candy, and British original vs American remake. During The Last Chapter they discuss: Is there a book that you weren't able to finish and why? Podcast disclaimer Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you'd like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening! Books Babel by R. F. Kuang All Systems Red by Martha Wells The Future by Naomi Alderman A Psalm For the Wild-Built (Monk & Robot #1) by Becky Chambers Begin Again by Oliver Jeffers Iron Flame by Rebecca Yarros Life After Life by Kate Atkinson The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August by Claire North How to Live Safely In a Science Fictional Universe by Charles Yu Fortunately, the Milk by Neil Gaiman 11/22/63 by Stephen King The Sparrow by Mary Doria Russell AV Groundhog Day (1993) Ghosts (2021- ) Being Human (2008-2013) Acapulco (2021- ) Staged Season 1 (Kanopy) Loki (2021-2023) Back to the Future (1985) About Time (2013) Other Streaming TV & Movies at Cranston Public Library

This week Tayla is joined by Tia Pinney and Scott McCue from MetroWest Mass Audubon to talk about Massachusetts official groundhog, Ms. G. They discuss how Ms. G became Mass's official groundhog and their upcoming groundhog's day festivities. They also discuss King Philip's War and the value of making music. During The Last Chapter they discuss: How do you organize your bookshelves at home? Podcast disclaimer Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you'd like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening! Books Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer The Name of War by Jill Lepore Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt The Woman In the Library by Sulari Gentill AV Life On Our Planet (2023- )  Great British Baking Show (2010- ) Poirot (1989-2013) Dixit Dominus by George Handel (YouTube) Groundhog Day (1993) Other Mass Audubon Metro West Region Ms. G: Massachusetts State Groundhog Rare Books at the Boston Public Library First Day Hikes - American Hiking Society

This week Tayla is joined by Alyssa from the Central Library and Paula, past librarian and current book lover to talk about their reading goals for the new year. They also discuss Apple TV, going to the movies, and Goodreads. During The Last Chapter they discuss: What is your favorite way to find out about new books? Podcast disclaimer Like what you hear? Rate and review Down Time on Apple Podcasts or your podcast player of choice! If you'd like to submit a topic for The Last Chapter you can send your suggestions to downtime@cranstonlibrary.org. Our theme music is Day Trips by Ketsa and our ad music is Happy Ukulele by Scott Holmes. Thanks for listening! Books Consort of Fire by Kit Rocha The Return of Faraz Ali by Aamina Ahmad A Thousand Ships by Natalie Haynes   Pageboy by Elliot Page The Anthropocene Reviewed by John Green A British Girl's Guide to Hurricanes and Heartbreak by Laura Taylor Namey The Lost Wife by Susanna Moore AV Monarch: Legacy of Monsters (2023- ) Percy Jackson and the Olympians (2023- ) Fargo (2014-2024) Ted Lasso (2020-2023) Anyone But You (2023) The Marvels (2023)   The Holdovers (2023) Other New Harvest Coffee Roasters The Nook Coffee House, East Greenwich, RI Read Along with Tayla Challenge