Lady in the Stacks

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All things library-related, including interviews and thought-provoking discussions - with some laughs thrown in.

Erin Collier-Plummer

  • Nov 10, 2019 LATEST EPISODE
  • infrequent NEW EPISODES
  • 36m AVG DURATION
  • 13 EPISODES


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Jack Mevorah: Library Architecture and the Evolution of Browsing

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2019 46:32


Jack Mevorah, VP of Architecture for Cannon Design, joins me to discuss the process involved in designing and building libraries - and some thoughts about the recent news about Hunters Point Library in Queens, New York. Jack’s LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackmevorah Cannon Design: cannondesign.com “Bibliotech: Why Libraries Matter More Than Ever in the Age of Google” by John Palfrey Music: Audionautix - “Words” (CC Attribution 3.0)

Ep. 2: Sam Cook: Copyright, Fair Use, and Creative Commons Licensing

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2019 66:26


Returning guest Sam Cook, a Systems Librarian, will chat with me about copyright law and how the concept of fair use impacts library programs and marketing. We’ll also discuss some other copyrighting options available to consumers and creators. [Disclaimer: neither Sam nor myself are lawyers. Please do not take anything discussed in this podcast as legal advice!] Sam’s Twitter: @samspenguins Sam’s Instagram: samspenguins Sam’s website: https://samepenguins.com/index.php Music: Audionautix - "Words" (CC Attribution 3.0)

S2 Episode 1: Bob Anstett - Artificial Intelligence in Public Libraries

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2019 41:47


Robert “Bob” Anstett, the Coordinator for Digital Initiatives for Broward County Libraries in South Florida, returns to the podcast to discuss artificial intelligence in libraries and some of the ethical issues involved. Creation StationLabs: http://www.broward.org/Library/Pages/CreationStation.aspx Bob’s website: http://www.robertanstett.com/ Bob’s email: BOB@robertanstett.com Bob on Twitter: @r_anstett Cnet.com article: Google’s smart home ecosystem is a complete mess (https://www.cnet.com/news/googles-smart-home-ecosystem-is-a-complete-mess/) Life 3.0 by Max Tegmark: https://www.amazon.com/Life-3-0-Being-Artificial-Intelligence-ebook/dp/B06WGNPM7V Amazon DeepRacer: https://aws.amazon.com/deepracer/ Music: Audionautix - "Words" (CC Attribution 3.0)

Ep. 9: Vince: The Power of Comics in Libraries

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2019 33:19


Vince, a library worker in California, talks with me about his passion for comics and graphic novels in libraries. Vince’s Twitter: @vinceyface Vince’s Instagram: Instagram.com/thevinylbook Queer Comics For Queer Kids (list): https://www.dropbox.com/s/dpfj7bh6lis3ssr/LGBTQIA%20Graphic%20Novels%20List_1.docx?dl=0 Music: Audionautix - "Words" (CC Attribution 3.0)

Ep. 8: Miranda Dube: Library Services For Sexual and Domestic Violence Survivors

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2019 34:26


Miranda Dube, an Adjunct Faculty Librarian at the University of New Hampshire Manchester library, discusses the importance of offering library services for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Miranda’s Twitter: @blssfllybookish Hashtag to follow: #LibrariansForSurvivors Music: Audionautix - "Words" (CC Attribution 3.0)

Ep. 7: Hadley Staite: How Ontario’s Budget Cuts Affect Libraries, and What We Can Do About It

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2019 52:19


Hadley State, a graduate student and library worker in Ontario, Canada, discusses the recent provincial budget cuts – the real and potential ramifications as well as how the library community is responding. Hadley’s Twitter: @Hadgetron6 Hashtags to follow: #SaveOntarioLibraries #SaveOurLibraries Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/SaveOurLibrariesOntario/ Change.org petition Music: Audionautix - "Words" (CC Attribution 3.0)

Ep. 6 Amanda Hua: Fandom Programming

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2019 29:42


Amanda Hua, a Children’s Librarian in Seattle, discusses fandom programming. Amanda’s Twitter: @amandagracehua Music: Audionautix - "Words" (CC Attribution 3.0)

Ep. 5 - All About Indie!

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2019 13:04


In this special episode, I answer some questions about...myself! Music: Audionautix - "Words" (CC Attribution 3.0)

Ep. 4: Sam Cook: The Case for Fine-free Public Libraries

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2019 38:48


Sam Cook, a Systems Librarian, penguin champion, and fine-free library advocate, will discuss his research into the issue of fines and why the data supports eliminating them in public libraries. Sam’s Twitter: @samspenguins Sam’s Instagram: samspenguins Sam’s website: https://samepenguins.com/index.php Music: Audionautix - "Words" (CC Attribution 3.0)

Ep. 3 Lindsay Hall: Building a Resilient Library

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2019 22:42


Lindsay Hall, a Library Media Specialist with the District of Columbia Public Schools, shares with us how she has built a resilient library at an urban Title I school. Lindsay’s Twitter: @llyndzei Lindsay’s Blog: https://onnonfiction.wixsite.com/website Music: Audionautix - "Words" (CC Attribution 3.0)

Ep. 2 Bob Anstett and the Creation Station Lab

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2019 54:39


Robert “Bob” Anstett, the Coordinator for Digital Initiatives for Broward County Libraries in South Florida, discusses technology and libraries, including the Creation Station Lab he manages that serves the technology needs of patrons. Creation Station Labs (Broward County Library): http://www.broward.org/Library/Pages/CreationStation.aspx Bob’s website: http://www.robertanstett.com/ Bob’s email: BOB@robertanstett.com Bob on Twitter: @r_anstett Music: Audionautix - "Words" (CC Attribution 3.0)

Ep. 1 Ciro Scardina and His Top Ten Read Aloud Tips

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2019 40:46


Ciro Scardina, a SLJ Mover and Shaker, talks about his experiences as a teacher-librarian in New York City. Passionate about read alouds, he shares with us his top ten tricks and tips for a successful read aloud. If you do read alouds professionally (as I do), you won’t want to miss this episode! Ciro Scardina: https://www.ciroscardina.com/ Ciro’s email: cscardina@gmail.com PS: There were a few minor technical glitches; they should be worked out by the next podcast! Music: Audionautix - "Words" (CC Attribution 3.0)

Episode 0.5 Welcome to Lady in the Stacks!

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2019 5:00


February 11, 2019 Welcome to Lady In The Stacks! I'm Indie and I'll be your navigator through the interesting and ever-evolving world of libraries. Once I nail down the format and line some some interviews, I'll be uploading podcasts on a more regular basis. Please email me (erinlibrarian@erincollierplummer.com) if you are interested in being a guest on my podcast. Music: Audionautix - "Words" (CC Attribution 3.0)

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