This Podcast is Overdue

Books: Time to Make Art by Jeff MackMurder Your Employer by Rupert HolmesLoves:Darn Tough SocksTrue Crime Podcasts:Beyond All RepairWho shat on the floor at my wedding? And other crimes

Black Girl You Are Atlas By Renée Watson and illustrated by Ekua HolmesThe Woman in the Library by Sulari GentillArgyle movieSam Rockwell DancingMurdle

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

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

Books: Harbor Me by Jaqueline Woodson https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/304852/harbor-me-by-jacqueline-woodson/ Interview with Jacqueline Woodson about Harbor Me: https://youtu.be/5Ey9n0D-60Q?si=2jwxjC3Z6okxZN8l Ninth House by Leigh Bardugo https://www.leighbardugo.com/book/ninth-house/ Loves: Lofty Pursuits Candy https://www.pd.net/products/pure-imagination-a-meal-in-candy Maing of video https://youtu.be/3OIrdqam3sU?si=jHvdOL-YZEAti6q4 What is 8D Audio? https://www.epidemicsound.com/blog/8d-audio-what-is-it-and-whats-the-hype-all-about/ Binaural Beats Research Overview https://examine.com/other/binauralbeats/research/ 8D & mash-up music Stayin' Low (DJ Hamster Dance) - https://open.spotify.com/track/3hlgJoFiGZfDVhnEIERdDf?si=88e0e51430fc44a6 Back in Black vs We Will Rock You (ROSE BEAT) - https://open.spotify.com/track/6tF3zkgV0REABG5oVQ01eo?si=d6f3fd1b99d24aa2 Hits 200 Mashup - https://open.spotify.com/track/7Akwsos3EeWahHZX9vfQq9?si=bbbfc13ca368400f Dane Monkey (8D) - https://open.spotify.com/track/4KgAFt6Tt4E96poxgq5dVJ?si=0a50f05360d04113 Tiktok trend of 8D music & mashups https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZPRcx1sQC/ (8D) https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZPRc9wn1G/ (multi-layer mashup) https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZPRc9wmEp/ (8D)

Welcome to our last, lost episode of 2023! Well, not lost but a bit buried which seems sort of fitting for the year - anyone else feel that way about 2023? Speaking of lost, we talk about a lost album plus the humorous side of murder, and inclusivity in the books we’re loving. The Sunbearer Trials by Aiden Thomas https://www.aiden-thomas.com/the-sunbearer-trials Murderbot Diaries by Martha Wells https://www.marthawells.com/murderbot.htm The Afterparty https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12614214/ Leo Nocentelli’s album Another Side https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leo_Nocentelli Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thispodisoverdue Buy us a coffee! https://ko-fi.com/thispodisoverdue Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thispodisoverdue/

Our episode with special guest librarian and comic artist Maya Escobar is finally here! We were so happy to chat with Maya who created our new and amazing artwork! We talked about that process as well as Maya’s studies at the Center for Cartoon Studies in Vermont, what she’s working on now, and of course, books we’re loving! Find Maya here: https://www.mayaescobar.art/ Boston Comics in Color https://www.comicsincolor.org/ MICE Massachusetts Independent Comics Expo https://www.micexpo.org/ Boston Comic Arts Foundation https://www.bostoncomicarts.org/ Books: Evergreen by Matthew Cordell (Maya) https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250317179/evergreen Midnight Fair by Gideon Sterer (April) https://www.candlewick.com/cat.asp?browse=title&mode=book&isbn=153621115X Gideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir (Christi) https://publishing.tor.com/gideontheninth-tamsynmuir/9781250313195/ Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thispodisoverdue Buy us a coffee! https://ko-fi.com/thispodisoverdue Follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thispodisoverdue/

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Welcome to Episode 19 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! What does freedom really look like? What happens when your life, your future, is not really yours to control … is your liberty rusted? (Sorry, we took some liberties with the title … pun intended!). Many of our topics in this episode explore this theme in some way or another whether it's the freedom to be who you are or who you'd like to be or freedom from patriarchy, harassment, and oppression. Listen in to hear our thoughts on the readability of different texts and what we're watching this summer! New! We have transcripts! It isn't perfect so bear with us, but we're super happy to add transcripts to our show notes. We hope you'll consider supporting us on Patreon or Kofi so we continue to offer this service! Find the transcript and show notes on our website https://www.podpage.com/this-podcast-is-overdue/

Welcome to Episode 19 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! What does freedom really look like? What happens when your life, your future, is not really yours to control … is your liberty rusted? (Sorry, we took some liberties with the title … pun intended!). Many of our topics in this episode explore this theme in some way or another whether it's the freedom to be who you are or who you'd like to be or freedom from patriarchy, harassment, and oppression. Listen in to hear our thoughts on the readability of different texts and what we're watching this summer! New! We have transcripts! It isn't perfect so bear with us, but we're super happy to add transcripts to our show notes. We hope you'll consider supporting us on Patreon or Kofi so we continue to offer this service! Find the transcript and show notes on our website https://www.podpage.com/this-podcast-is-overdue/

Welcome to Episode 18 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! Even with lots of different ways to approach a TBR (to be read) list April and Christi still have just too many to tackle. Best to check those books out from the library so you have a nice stable deadline to meet! Listen in to hear about what makes Christi cry, what gives April chill vibes, and how else we're exploring the “media landscape”! (thanks Chuck!) New! We have a transcript! It isn't perfect so bear with us, but we're super happy to add transcripts to our show notes. We hope you'll consider supporting us on Patreon or Kofi so we continue to offer this service! Find the transcript on our website https://www.podpage.com/this-podcast-is-overdue/

Welcome to Episode 18 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! Even with lots of different ways to approach a TBR (to be read) list April and Christi still have just too many to tackle. Best to check those books out from the library so you have a nice stable deadline to meet! Listen in to hear about what makes Christi cry, what gives April chill vibes, and how else we're exploring the “media landscape”! (thanks Chuck!) New! We have a transcript! It isn't perfect so bear with us, but we're super happy to add transcripts to our show notes. We hope you'll consider supporting us on Patreon or Kofi so we continue to offer this service! Find the transcript on our website https://www.podpage.com/this-podcast-is-overdue/

Welcome to Episode 17 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! Happy Birthday to This Podcast is Overdue! In this episode April and Christi celebrate one year since the podcast first launched and of course cake is involved. We talk about not one, not two, but three books written by amazing women. Their books speak to personal power by telling their stories, speaking up even when it's tough, and literally having women turning into dragons! If all that excitement keeps you up at night, don't worry, we've got you covered with a snoozy suggestion - listen beyond the credits for a special surprise! Find our show notes at https://www.podpage.com/this-podcast-is-overdue/s2e17

Welcome to Episode 17 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! Happy Birthday to This Podcast is Overdue! In this episode April and Christi celebrate one year since the podcast first launched and of course cake is involved. We talk about not one, not two, but three books written by amazing women. Their books speak to personal power by telling their stories, speaking up even when it's tough, and literally having women turning into dragons! If all that excitement keeps you up at night, don't worry, we've got you covered with a snoozy suggestion - listen beyond the credits for a special surprise! Find our show notes at https://www.podpage.com/this-podcast-is-overdue/s2e17

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

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

Welcome to Episode 15 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! In episode 15 we get together on a snowy Sunday morning to chat about books that are out of this world! We explore some heady questions such as is there life in space, how do you get out of a reading slump, and why does Christi's brain work the way it does? And finally, listen in to learn about fun, free ways to stretch yourself creatively and physically! Show notes and more can be found at our new website: https://www.podpage.com/this-podcast-is-overdue/

Welcome to Episode 15 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! In episode 15 we get together on a snowy Sunday morning to chat about books that are out of this world! We explore some heady questions such as is there life in space, how do you get out of a reading slump, and why does Christi's brain work the way it does? And finally, listen in to learn about fun, free ways to stretch yourself creatively and physically! Show notes and more can be found at our new website: https://www.podpage.com/this-podcast-is-overdue/

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Welcome to Episode 10 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! This is the first episode of our second season and this time we have...a guest! Book buyer and bookstagram rockstar Emily Schwab talks with Christi about selecting books for bookstores, why talking animals ARE great literature, and the best toppings for summer pizza. Show notes from this episode, and all our episodes, can be found at tinyurl.com/thispod And don't forget to follow us on Instagram: @thispodisoverdue You can also email us at thispodisoverdue@gmail.com with your library or book questions.

Welcome to Episode 10 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! This is the first episode of our second season and this time we have...a guest! Book buyer and bookstagram rockstar Emily Schwab talks with Christi about selecting books for bookstores, why talking animals ARE great literature, and the best toppings for summer pizza. Show notes from this episode, and all our episodes, can be found at tinyurl.com/thispod And don't forget to follow us on Instagram: @thispodisoverdue You can also email us at thispodisoverdue@gmail.com with your library or book questions.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Welcome to Episode 5 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! This week our books were not particularly similar, but we did hit upon a botanical theme for the episode! We also discuss how you know when it's time to abandon a book, as well as our love for book club paraphernalia and pencils. Show notes from this episode, and all our episodes, can be found at tinyurl.com/thispod Email us at thispodisoverdue@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram @thispodisoverdue

Welcome to Episode 5 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! This week our books were not particularly similar, but we did hit upon a botanical theme for the episode! We also discuss how you know when it's time to abandon a book, as well as our love for book club paraphernalia and pencils. Show notes from this episode, and all our episodes, can be found at tinyurl.com/thispod Email us at thispodisoverdue@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram @thispodisoverdue

Welcome to Episode 4 of This Podcast is Overdue with April and Christi. Each episode we talk about books we're reading, things we're loving, and library advice we're giving! Our books for this week are surprisingly similar (and we didn't plan it that way!) Both are awesome picture books that you'll want to hear about. We also share the secret to the library universe…how to get on an award committee! Show notes from this episode, and all our episodes, can be found at tinyurl.com/thispod