Podcasts about Banned Books Week

Banned Books Week (launched in 1982) is normally in September/October, but given the state of things, we thought it was a relevant topic. Buying physical copies of books, when you can, seems to be a smart thing to do.   PEN estimates that book bans have doubled in the past year; here's where to fight that by sending a letter to state lawmakers.    Some of our sources: Data from the ALA; Unite Against Book Bans; National Coalition Against Censorship; PEN America; Authors Against Book Bans    Recommended in this episode: B.R. Myers's The Third Wife of Faraday House and Clay McLeod Chapman's Wake Up and Open Your Eyes   NEWS: We have a Bookshop.org shop now! Find all of our favorite books at our shop–and help out small businesses.    UP NEXT: Tracy Cross Buy our books here, including our newest Toil and Trouble.

One of our favorite interviews from 2024 (originally airing during Banned Books Week) ..... Karl Weber, author and editor of "Why Books Still Matter: Honoring Joyce Meskis: Essays on Books, Bookselling, and Publishing." Joyce Meskis was the founder of the Tattered Cover Bookstore in Denver, CO - one of the most famous independent bookstores in the country, and a business that helped revolutionize the public's notion of what a great bookstore could and should be. The interview also includes considerable discussion about the phenomenon of book banning - and how the practice of book banning tends to be detrimental to the health of a democracy.

Episode 6 of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew “Zero Friends Again” is upon us and this week's guest is Tonya Todd to talk about KB's character, the crab-machine scene, Jude Law's sexy voice and more! In more detail, Mike & Tonya talk about the first 5 episodes of the show, before they discuss what this episode brings! This episode includes a discussion of each member of the Skeleton Crew and how the kid's characters fit certain archetypes, as well as the ending action scene with the ship, emotional growth, working as a team and of course, Jude Law! Subscribe so you don't miss next week's episode with another guest! Tonya's site:⁠⁠ http://mstonyatodd.com ⁠- Find her on social media @MsTonyaTodd! Pre-order her upcoming book 52 Love here for UK: https://amzn.eu/d/ariZaIJUS: www.barnesandnoble.com/w/52-love-tonya-todd/1146141114 Tonya Todd & Tony (A.R.) Farina written & collected comic essays for Comics Lit Volume 1: UK Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Comics-Lit-Vol-Tonya-Todd/dp/B0D19P51R2 US Directly: https://accomplishinginnovationpress.com/product-category/series/comics-lit/ Each year Tonya also does 7 episodes of Banned Books Conversations for Banned Books Week, 2024 was year 3 and Mike even made an appearance! Listen on the podcast feed of Femme On or watch on YouTube: https://pod.fo/e/1f3a1c  - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLonS23Pw8PqMmFcYx2afdJUG4wuAsR-Lh&si=-VudLLqpofDVCl6P Dave, Maff & Mike, discuss episodes of The Clone Wars animated series every month and they're nearing the end of Season 6, so tune in wherever you're listening to this or you can watch on YouTube! https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLcO1Ib_BGD8Y79aRWUxSWwdy3eyNrbXBl&si=fBj8GSeS3xZDLlsI   Mike has been involved with many other Star Wars podcasts, including several Star Wars interviews, such as Mike Chen on episode 234 of GCC about his novel Star Wars: Brotherhood and he returns on episode 246 to talk about his latest novel with Marvel; What If Marc Spector Was Host To Venom? Ep 234 found here: https://pod.fo/e/23d985 & https://youtu.be/pQA0QvC5qa0 and ep 246 found here: https://pod.fo/e/279547 & https://youtu.be/PAEmwuhG2gw Find all of Mike's social media & other links at https://linktr.ee/GenuineChitChat    Sign up to the Pop Culture Collective newsletter here to keep up to date with Mike and other incredible creator's many releases: https://pccnewsletter.com     Support Mike on Patreon for weekly bonus audio content and early access, all from only £1 per month: https://patreon.com/GenuineChitChat Outro by BZ The Voice: https://bzthevoice.com Mike's Recent Other Podcast Appearances:Mike and Megan appear on Spider-Dan's podcast to talk about the Princess Diana movie Spencer as part of “Alter-Nativity Stories”: https://pod.fo/e/2916c6Mike recently appeared on JAC's Back To The Filmography podcast, tune in here:  https://pod.fo/e/28e32eMike appeared on Spider-Dan & The Secret Bores for their top 5 small cast movies, listen here: https://pod.fo/e/289237 On the VHS Strikes Back's Dragonslayer episode: https://pod.fo/e/28f73f

The week of September 22nd was announced as banned book week as proclaimed by the American Library Association. Thomas Hampson wrote an article for IFI about it. The concerns that parents have about inappropriate books being placed in the children’s section of the library is not void. To read more from Thomas Hampson, click here.… Continue Reading

John's guest this week is Robin Allen, the owner of Forever Books in Saint Joseph, Michigan. They talk over new and interesting books for the Fall season of 2024. Also they discuss the origin and meaning of Banned Books Week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grab your pitch forks because in this episode of What the Hype?!, we're looking at why Banned Books deserve ALL the attention! We discuss the significance of Banned Books Week, explore the reasons behind book censorship and its impact on youth, identity, and society. We share our own personal experiences with censorship, and review the top challenged books of 2023, and how things are trending for Banned Books in 2024. Report censorship by visiting this page on the ALA's website, and visit UniteAgainstBookBans.org to join the fight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grab your pitch forks because in this episode of What the Hype?!, we're looking at why Banned Books deserve ALL the attention! We discuss the significance of Banned Books Week, explore the reasons behind book censorship and its impact on youth, identity, and society. We share our own personal experiences with censorship, and review the top challenged books of 2023, and how things are trending for Banned Books in 2024. Report censorship by visiting this page on the ALA's website, and visit UniteAgainstBookBans.org to join the fight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message”What if we told you that protecting your child's innocence isn't an act of censorship, but a necessary stand in today's complex world? Join us as we unpack this pressing issue with Tom Hampson, a former undercover officer specializing in child sex trafficking investigations. Together, we explore the origins and ongoing impact of Banned Books Week, initiated by Judith Krug and the American Library Association in 1982. This discussion dives into the tension between parental rights and the ALA's policies, making a bold statement on the necessity of common sense when determining what content is appropriate for young minds in educational settings.Read and Share Tom's Article Here! Follow us and watch on X: John Paul II Renewal @JP2RenewalOn Rumble: JohnPaulIIRCCatch up with the latest on our website: jp2renew.org and Sign up for our Newsletter!!  Contact Jack: info@jp2renew.orgRead Jack's Blog substack.com/@jackrigert  Support the show

It's that time of year- all the cool librarians strap on our superhero capes and dust off our soap boxes to scream about banned books! We may only officially recognize Banned Books Week the last week of September, but let's talk about, read, and celebrate banned and challenged books every single day.Questions/comments/concerns/recommendations? Email us at ragingromantics@nopl.org.Books we mention:Gender Queer by Maia KobabeAll Boys Aren't Blue by George M JohnsonThe Bluest Eye by Toni MorrisonCaptain Underpants by Dav PilkeyAnd Tango Makes Three by Justin RichardsonA Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo by Jill TwissPrince and Knight by Daniel HaackThe Hill We Climb by Amanda GormanSources:"American Library Association reports record number of demands to censor library books and materials in 2022,” American Library Association, March 22, 2023. https://www.ala.org/news/press-releases/2023/03/record-book-bans-2022"Book Ban Data", American Library Association, March 20, 2023. https://www.ala.org/bbooks/book-ban-data"American Library Association reports record number of unique book titles challenged in 2023", American Library Association, March 14, 2024. https://www.ala.org/news/2024/03/american-library-association-reports-record-number-unique-book-titles“Let Freedom Read,” Daniel Boone Regional Library, September 25, 2003. https://www.dbrl.org/adults/let-freedom-read“An Author's Apology” in “Mrs. Warren's Confession,” George Bernard Shaw, 1902, https://www.gutenberg.org/files/1097/1097-h/1097-h.htm“About” Banned Books Week Coordinator, ALA Office for Intellectual Freedom, 2024. https://bannedbooksweek.org/about/Five Laws of Library Science, S. R. Ranganathan, 1931.

Brandon Lewis, Founder Of The Tennessee Conservative, Joins Yaffee Live On 102.3 FM Chattanooga's Talk Monster To Discuss The Unsafe Condition Of Chattanooga & How Mayor Tim Kelly's Policies Contribute To The Problems, How "Banned Books Week" Aims To Subvert Tennessee Law and “Migrants” Looting TN Flood Victims.

Welcome back F.A.B. FAM!  This week the ladies welcomed Tasha Marie aka Tasha Mac, who was featured in the docuseries “Naptown Narratives, to discuss her powerful journey of advocacy for recovery, mental health, and purpose. Tasha shares insights on her work, highlighting the intersection of rest, creativity, and healing from trauma, particularly for Black women. Together, we explore how intentional rest can fuel creative processes and aid in recovery, as well as her experience as a Black storyteller amplifying voices in our community. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about resilience, self-care, and the transformative power of rest. Cheers!! *Please be advised this episode is intended for adult audiences and contains adult language and content. We are expressing opinions on the show for entertainment purposes only.Dedication: To our patrons thanks we love you…join our patreon www.patreon.com/thefabpodcast.com! Moni: To Banned Books week!! The F.A.B. Podcast supports Banned Books Week because it celebrates the freedom to read and the power of literature to challenge, inspire, and connect us. By highlighting banned or challenged books, we stand against censorship and support diverse voices, particularly from marginalized communities, reminding us that access to all stories is vital for literacy, creativity, and empowerment. Kat:To Hispanic/Latin American Heritage Month Tasha Mac: To all my students… specifically Shamiah, Happy Birthday!Notes: About the guest: Tasha Marie aka Tasha Mac https://linktr.ee/transparentlytasha317https://www.transparentlytasha.com/blogIndianapolis Recorder article: https://indianapolisrecorder.com/naptown-narratives-highlights-local-hero-in-season-4/ Naptown Narratives: https://www.circlecitystorytellers.org/naptown-narrativesWhat is a CSF Leak? https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/csf-leak/symptoms-causes/syc-20522246 F.A.B. Book Recommendation: “Pleasure Activism” by Adrienne Maree Brown  https://adriennemareebrown.net Tasha Marie Book recommendation: Janet Cheatham Bell: “Famous Black Quotations for the 21st Century”Still Rising: Famous Black Quotations for the Twenty-First Century a book by Janet Cheatham BellLink to purchase book: https://bookshop.org/p/books/still-rising-famous-black-quotations-for-the-twenty-first-century-janet-cheatham-bell/18399868?ean=9781572843202**Stranger than Fiction:

So it turns out that the US is super aware of all the war crimes perpetrated by that "only democracy in the Middle East." So much so that two major US government agencies made reports about it and handed it to Sec. of State Blinken...who then went on to lie to Congress about it.  As the fallout from Hurricane Helene begins to be reckoned with, it's becoming more and more clear that climate refugees are as American as abject poverty - and thanks to the latter, you can't just move out of the way of climate chaos. That takes money, and if not money, at the very least it takes government support, of which we have none.  It's Banned Books Week so it seems an apt time to point out that while books pedestaling the institution of slavery have pride of place on library shelves, the dictionary is being pulled pending investigation. PLUS Russia warns the US not to strike Moscow, could slavery be banned in California finally, and MORE!   leecamp.net artkillingapathy.com

Join hosts Christine Daigle, Kevin Tumlinson, and Jena Brown as they discuss the week's entertainment news, including Lauren Sánchez, Honey & Wax, Banned Books Week, and Kindle Vella. Then, stick around for a chat with Michelle Chouinard! Michelle Chouinard is the USA Today, Publishers Weekly, and Amazon Charts bestselling author behind The Serial-Killer Guide to San Francisco (coming soon), The Vacation and the Detective Jo Fournier series (featuring The Dancing Girls, Taken to the Grave, Her Daughter's Cry, and The Other Mothers). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/writersink/support

On this episode, Angelo, Alicia, Ariana and Sarah discuss Banned Books Week, an annual event seeking to promote and celebrate open and easy access to information and the freedom to read what you want.

Today's book: Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo (2020) Banned Books Conversations: Where Radical Readers Discuss Prohibited Prose Banned books are works that have been removed from a library shelf or school curriculum. Over the course of Banned Books Week, this series covers seven different books, the reasons they were banned, and the value in reading them. Guest Links: Lisa Rayne https://lisarayne.com/ Instagram: @authorrayne https://www.bookbub.com/profile/lisa-rayne Alyson Shelton https://alysonshelton.com/ Instagram: @byalysonshelton https://www.reburncomic.com/ Host: Tonya Todd Video Producer: JP Butler Audio Producer: Ria Carrogan Graphics: Mike Burton

We're back, after a brief hiatus, here on the last day of 2024's Banned Books Week. Hosts Jeff & Mary Grahame talk about the importance of observing Banned Books Week and why they prefer a bit of a cuter phrase for it, such as "Freedom to Read 'Em."  This ongoing podcast is hosted and produced from inside the Ferndale Area District Library, just one mile north of Detroit, Michigan. Coming up in this season, we'll continue to bring you unique portraits of life inside of a library while demystifying misconceptions around the mission of libraries and the work of library staff--we'll also have fun literary-themed panel discussions and interviews with other librarians from around the state! 

This week is Banned Books Week, which draws attention to the number of book ban attempts in U.S. schools and libraries. So far, in 2024, the American Library Association's Office for Intellectual Freedom tracked 414 attempts to censor books, with 1,128 unique titles challenged. American Library Association President Cindy Hohl joins the show to talk about who is trying to rid people of reading these books and why. She also discusses what the ALA and other groups are doing to fight back.  Order the new Write About Now book @ bit.ly/BackStories

The City Cast Nashville team is here to round up the week's news with special guest Khalil Ekulona, host of This Is Nashville. This week, we're diving into which Nashville restaurants made the New York Times Best Restaurant List, discussing Banned Books Week, and exploring gun safety following recent tragic events. Plus, we wrap up with a fun round of 'Real or Fake TN Headlines'! And stick around after the roundup for our Don't Go Gently tip for the weekend, presented by our exclusive launch sponsor, Tecovas. It's time for the Nashville Greek Festival all weekend long! Starting today through Sunday, you can indulge in traditional Greek dishes like spanakopita and gyros, or grab sweet treats like baklava and kourabiedes to go from the pastry shop. Enjoy Greek music and dance performances, shopping at various gift stands, educational tours, and lectures at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church (4905 Franklin Pike). Don't go gently, go in Tecovas! The deadline to register to vote for November's Federal and State election is Oct. 7. Register, check your status, or update your information at govotetn.com. By the way, we'd love for you to write in and tell us why you vote — or don't vote — for a special episode we're planning.  Want some more City Cast Nashville news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Nashville newsletter.  Follow us @citycastnashville You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 615-200-6392 Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. 

Host Paul Pacelli wrapped up another big week on "Connecticut Today" wondering if former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton went too far during a recent event in her criticism of former President Donald Trump (00:38). CBS reporter Aaron Navarro talked about covering Vice-President Kamala Harris' White House campaign (07:40). We also welcomed Karl Weber, editor of, "Why Books Still Matter: Honoring Joyce Meskis," to chat about national "Banned Books Week" (12:54). WICC Meteorologist Paul Piorek discussed the ferocity of Hurricane Helene (21:29) Image Credit: REUTERS

Summary:Did you know that some of the most challenged books are also among the most read?As we celebrate National Banned Books Week, I find it fun to think about how the most challenged books of all time also happen to be among the world's top perennial best sellers. If you've ever wondered why these books are targeted or what they have in common, this week's Robin's Riff is for you.In Episode #165 of The Author's Corner, Robin Colucci discusses the significance of National Banned Books Week by exploring the top 10 most challenged books of all time. She reflects on the themes and controversies surrounding these literary works, particularly focusing on George Orwell's 1984 and its relevance in today's society. The conversation emphasizes the irony that many banned books are also bestsellers, highlighting the ongoing struggle against censorship and the importance of freedom to read. Key takeaways:Why certain books consistently face bans and challengesHow censorship efforts often backfireThe societal tensions and historical shifts reflected in the reasons behind specific book bansWhy George Orwell's 1984 remains a crucial and timely read in today's sociopolitical climateMy personal reflections and connection to these enduring banned booksAnd much more valuable insight awaits!About Robin Colucci:Robin Colucci is the principal founder of World Changing Books. With over 3 decades of experience in journalism and the publishing industry, she is a multi-hyphenated professional—she's a guide, mentor, and strategist for thought leaders ready to see their expertise and ideas become a lasting legacy that changes the world.Under Robin's expert guidance, World Changing Books has helped authors—from CEOs, astronauts, and Nobel laureates to emerging voices—secure over $6.3 million in advances in a mere 4 years. These authors have successfully landed deals with “Big 5” publishers, won prestigious awards, and earned bestseller statuses everywhere from Amazon to The New York Times.Spread the word:LinkedInTwitterInstagramFacebook

Summary:Did you know that some of the most challenged books are also among the most read?As we celebrate National Banned Books Week, I find it fun to think about how the most challenged books of all time also happen to be among the world's top perennial best sellers. If you've ever wondered why these books are targeted or what they have in common, this week's Robin's Riff is for you.In Episode #165 of The Author's Corner, Robin Colucci discusses the significance of National Banned Books Week by exploring the top 10 most challenged books of all time. She reflects on the themes and controversies surrounding these literary works, particularly focusing on George Orwell's 1984 and its relevance in today's society. The conversation emphasizes the irony that many banned books are also bestsellers, highlighting the ongoing struggle against censorship and the importance of freedom to read. Key takeaways:Why certain books consistently face bans and challengesHow censorship efforts often backfireThe societal tensions and historical shifts reflected in the reasons behind specific book bansWhy George Orwell's 1984 remains a crucial and timely read in today's sociopolitical climateMy personal reflections and connection to these enduring banned booksAnd much more valuable insight awaits!About Robin Colucci:Robin Colucci is the principal founder of World Changing Books. With over 3 decades of experience in journalism and the publishing industry, she is a multi-hyphenated professional—she's a guide, mentor, and strategist for thought leaders ready to see their expertise and ideas become a lasting legacy that changes the world.Under Robin's expert guidance, World Changing Books has helped authors—from CEOs, astronauts, and Nobel laureates to emerging voices—secure over $6.3 million in advances in a mere 4 years. These authors have successfully landed deals with “Big 5” publishers, won prestigious awards, and earned bestseller statuses everywhere from Amazon to The New York Times.Spread the word:LinkedInTwitterInstagramFacebook

Today on the Worm—The search continues for a Minnesota man missing in Yellowstone National Park, the governor asks private businesses to step up to solve childcare shortages, and it's Banned Books Week but some Montana teachers are celebrating the freedom to learn.

Hundreds of Missoula kids will be keeping equally occupied after their trip through the gym. The American Federation of Teachers stopped by Tuesday on its “get-out-the-vote” tour with 45,000 books to give away to families.

Randi Weingarten, President of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss her multi-city bus tour focused on addressing literacy in schools and what they've done during the tour as part of Banned Books Week. She also talked about a grant the AFT received in partnership with Micron to develop a high school pilot program to provide workforce certifications to students. Merrilee Logue, Director of the National Labor Office (NLO) and Chris Trahan Cain, Executive Director at CPWR — the Center for Construction Research and Training — joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the work NLO, CPWR and the North America's Building Trades Union's (NABTU) are doing to assist building trades members improve their mental health and the impact of the opioid epidemic on the trades as part of our National Suicide Awareness Month coverage.

In this episode, Philomena Polefrone, PhD discusses her role in advocating for intellectual freedom through the ABA. The conversation touches on book bans, censorship, and the role of bookstores as spaces for activism. The discussion covers the history of book bans, grassroots organizing, and the legal challenges involved in defending diverse literature. READ TRANSCRIPT Use promo code: SWITCH when signing up for a new Libro.fm membership to get two additional credits to use on any audiobooks—meaning you'll have three from the start. About Philomena: Philomena Polefrone is the Advocacy Associate Manager at the American Booksellers Association, where she champions intellectual freedom and free expression. With a background in bookselling and a decade in academia, Philomena brings a unique perspective to her work, blending literature and activism. She leads initiatives like the Set Books Free Project, aimed at combating book bans and promoting access to diverse, often censored literature. Her passion for defending the right to read makes her a key advocate in the fight against censorship. Books discussed on today's episode: Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret by Judy Blume And Tango Makes Three by Justin Richardson & Peter Parnell The 1619 Project by Caitlin Roper, Ilena Silverman & Jake Silverstein Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo Temple Folk by Aaliyah Bilal Catalina by Karla Cornejo Villavicencio

Missouri bans more books from schools than any other state except Texas and Florida, according to PEN America. Margaret Atwood and “That Librarian: The Fight Against Book Banning in America” author Amanda Jones visited Kansas City for Banned Books Week.

A local author takes readers into the life of a honey bee, showing the importance of these busy pollinators. Plus, we hear some movie recommendations for Banned Books Week. And, your weekend preview.

Day 2 of Southeast Conference is held in Ketchikan. Banned Books Week. A New York City dance company is set to visit Ketchikan next month.

On today's Midday Report with host Terry Haines: All three members of Alaska's congressional delegation voted for a short-term spending bill that will keep the government funded until Dec. 20. The Alaska U.S. Attorney's Office is the subject of a Department of Justice investigation related to a federal judge's sexual misconduct. And Wasilla's only book store is hosting an event for Banned Books Week to combat censorship in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough. Photo: The U.S. Capitol. (Liz Ruskin/Alaska Public Media)

Central Peninsula Hospital will host a bone marrow drive Friday; Alaska State Troopers are looking for a suspect of a violent crime that happened this morning in Seward; and this week, Kenai Peninsula libraries are observing Banned Books Week.

Today's book: Losing the Girl: Book 1 in the Life on Earth series by MariNaomi (2018) Banned Books Conversations: Where Radical Readers Discuss Prohibited Prose Banned books are works that have been removed from a library shelf or school curriculum. Over the course of Banned Books Week, this series covers seven different books, the reasons they were banned, and the value in reading them. Guest Links: Veronica Klash https://veronicaklash.com/ Instagram & Twitter: @veronicaklash Ada McCartney https://aamccartney.com/ https://www.femmeon.show/ MariNaomi https://marinaomi.com/ Social media: @marinaomiart https://www.patreon.com/marinaomi Database links: https://cartoonistsofcolor.com/ https://queercartoonists.com/ https://www.disabledcartoonists.com/ Active Activism with MariNaomi: https://www.femmeon.show/episodes/active-activism-marinaomi Host: Tonya Todd Video Producer: JP Butler Audio Producer: Ria Carrogan Graphics: Mike Burton

Today's book: Invisible Man by Ralph Ellison (1952) Where Radical Readers Discuss Prohibited Prose Banned books are works that have been removed from a library shelf or school curriculum. Over the course of Banned Books Week, this series covers seven different books, the reasons they were banned, and the value in reading them. Guest Links: Anthony Holt Jr. https://accomplishinginnovationpress.com/product/comics-lit-vol-1/ Fly Messias Instagram: @flyinhd Facebook: @Mzz.Fly Spider-Dan https://www.spiderdanandthesecretbores.com/ Instagram & Threads: @spiderdansecretbores Spider-Dan's chats with Tonya: She-Hulk: Podcast at Large (with Tony) https://open.spotify.com/episode/5pVJsszZ0IWujgMOah7uEa Batman Returns https://open.spotify.com/episode/5hLsrrRifjwXdSgIKZkYZ0 The Crow https://open.spotify.com/episode/6FET2Ys49yOtYVSJLefVYo Pam Grier Movies: Coffy vs Foxy Brown https://open.spotify.com/episode/1hRGcuPqwoRjhcrbHgn5xw Host: Tonya Todd Video Producer: JP Butler Audio Producer: Ria Carrogan Graphics: Mike Burton

Send us a textThis week, we celebrate Banned Books Week with an exploration of the history of Book Banning around the world. We examine various cases of book burning, banning, and censoring over time and discuss the impacts that these acts have on the communities in which they occur. Listen and learn about this incredibly pressing issue, and what it means for all of us! 

Nick Demske, executive director of the Racine Public Library, talks about Book Banning and Censorship during National Banned Books Week.

Season 3, Episode 3 September 24, 2024 Today's book: And Tango Makes Three by Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell (2005) Banned Books Conversations: Where Radical Readers Discuss Prohibited Prose Banned books are works that have been removed from a library shelf or school curriculum. Over the course of Banned Books Week, this series covers seven different books, the reasons they were banned, and the value in reading them. Guest Links: Diamond Larson https://www.wehaveavoicenonprofit.org/ https://www.instagram.com/whavnonprofit/ https://www.clubchrist.org/ Ria Carrogan https://www.femmeon.show/ Instagram: @riacarrogan https://www.trussell.org.uk/ https://www.macmillan.org.uk/ Kevin M. Gallagher, Jr. https://thatnerdykev.com/ Social media: @Thatnerdykev https://awesomepodcast.com/ https://headstrong.org/ Active Activism with WHAV: https://www.femmeon.show/episodes/active-activism-whav Book recommendations: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60899356-the-pengrooms https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/203153333-the-secret-ingredient Host: Tonya Todd Video Producer: JP Butler Audio Producer: Ria Carrogan Graphics: Mike Burton

Today, I'm chatting about Banned Books Week, which happens to be NOW if you are listening to this in real time.  Come listen as I explore the statistics on book banning, step onto my own soapbox and talk about why you NEED banned books in your reading life. I'll also share some of the most frequently-banned titles and ways that you can get involved, too.  You'll find the show notes for the episode with links to all of the books and resources mentioned right here: https://www.alitlife.com/2024/09/24/why-you-must-read-banned-books/ Love this podcast and want more? Consider this your invitation to join my Get Lit(erate) Patreon community! Each month, we take a deep dive into one bookish theme and work to bring it to life in our own lives. You'll get bonus episodes, book calendars, live book club and notebook sessions, special events and much more. Learn more at www.getliterate.co.  Get your own Get Lit(erate). notebook to take notes on the books you want to read and notebook ideas you want to try: https://amzn.to/44wELKN If you'd like to support the podcast, consider purchasing some Get Lit(erate). merchandise from my Zazzle store: https://www.zazzle.com/store/alitlife All earnings are funneled right back into the podcast expenses and maintenance fees. Thanks for your support! Follow Stephanie: Website: http://www.alitlife.com/  Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AffinitoLit Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/AffinitoLit Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/AffinitoLit

This week, to draw attention to Banned Books Week and to stand in solidarity with publishers, authors, and all industry professionals who fight to keep diverse voices on library shelves, Write-minded features guest Amanda Jones, an educator and librarian whose book, That Librarian, is necessary reading. Amanda shares her more than two-year journey of being bullied, harassed, and smeared because she dared to stand up for diverse books and diverse voices. The phenomenon of canceling librarians or get them fired is not singular, and Amanda Jones's story serves as a stark reminder about what's at stake in our country right now. She draws attention to efforts to defund libraries and shares why representation in literature matters so much. Listen and take action. And check out Grant's Substack about another kind of banning—banning the story we want to tell—in this week's Substackin'.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For Banned Books Week this year, we're returning to our award-winning series, Borrowed and Banned. Because the fight isn't over. In 2023, the American Library Association documented a 65% increase in the number of book titles challenged across the country. Listen to the first episode of the series about what happened in one Oklahoma town when their freedom to read was challenged. And how one teacher's response caught the nation's attention.Read the transcript here, and check out the following resources:Like what you hear? Listen to the rest of Borrowed and Banned, our award-winning podcast, series by visiting this page.We've got a week of programming around Banned Books Week this year. Check out our calendar and attend an event in Brooklyn!On October 19, 2024, libraries across the country are coming together for a Freedom to Read Day of Action. Learn more about how you can join!

Today's book: Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler (1993) Banned Books Conversations: Where Radical Readers Discuss Prohibited Prose Banned books are works that have been removed from a library shelf or school curriculum. Over the course of Banned Books Week, this series covers seven different books, the reasons they were banned, and the value in reading them. Guest Links: Oksana Marifioti https://www.oksana-marafioti.com/ Instagram: @OksanaMarafioti Facebook: @oksanamarafiotiauthor Gregory A. Kompes http://gregoryakompes.com/ Instagram & Facebook: @GregoryAKompes Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Gregory-A.-Kompes/author/B001K8O6FQ Jennia D'Lima https://jenniaedits.com/ Instagram: @jenniaahava Facebook: @jennia.ahava Jennia's chat with Tonya: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1cbZ9QxPbJ8ZNv1f6hPjHL Host: Tonya Todd Video Producer: JP Butler Audio Producer: Ria Carrogan Graphics: Mike Burton

Hour 2 Segment 1 Tony starts the second hour with a recent Mayor of Muslim-majority Hamtramck, Michigan, Amer Ghalib, endorsing Donald Trump and the IRS endorsing Kamala Harris. Tony also talks about Michigan Governor, Gretchen Whitmer refusing to take sides in the feud between Attorney General Dana Nessel and Rep. Rashida Tlaib who accused Nessel of bringing charges against anti-Israel campus protesters at the University of Michigan because she is Jewish.  Hour 2 Segment 2 Tony asks once again who is really running the country as Biden fumbles on an introduction for the world leaders. Tony also talks about the people who say that they're not voting for Kamala and being labeled “sexist”.  Hour 2 Segment 3 Tony talks about Ohio Governor, Mike DeWine and the mass importation of illegal immigrants. Tony also talks about Banned Books Week at Ohio University Zanesville and Ohio State University.  Hour 2 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the second hour and questions what happened to Tim Walz and what happened to the Walz mania and his recent comments of “We can't afford four more years of this.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textBanned Books Week was established by the American Library Association in 1982 to reaffirm the freedom to read and to highlight the harms of censorship, and is usually held in the last week of September. On this episode, Ryan talks to Sam Lee, co-chair of the Connecticut Library Association's Intellectual Freedom Committee, about censorship, the First Amendment and the history and current state of book challenges. After that, Hamden Library Board of Trustees member Amber Woodward and I discuss her background, balancing community benefit with individual rights and her role in helping the library ensure all users benefit from the ALA's Bill of Rights, among other topics. 

Literary expert Alison Law and Lois Reitzes kick off the “Bookmarked” series by discussing Banned Books Week and Decatur Book Festival. Plus, we hear from psychedelic/soul band Khruangbin ahead of their Atlanta concerts at the Fox Theatre and The Eastern. We also listen back to Lois' conversation with Executive Producer John Zaller about “Titanic: An Immersive Voyage” at Exhibition Hub Art Center in Doraville. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, we discuss the threat censorship poses to democracy as part of Banned Books Week, an annual event that highlights the value of free and open access to information. Presented by the American Library Association, this panel includes Heather Booth, Anna Claussen, Sara Paretsky, and Donna Seaman. The following conversation originally took place May [...]

September 22nd-28th is "Banned Books Week," a designation from the American Library Association to raise awareness about the issue of book-banning and book challenges. Hear from Andrea Nicolay, executive director of the Albany Public Library, about the issue, as well as a "Banned Books Read-aloud" on Tuesday 9/24 at the Washington Avenue branch. She also discusses a new position for Public Safety, mentions many other library services, and ends with note of another banned-books event, at the Women's Club of Albany on the 28th. Produced by Brea Barthel for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

Season 3, Episode 1 September 22, 2024 Today's book: Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret by Judy Blume (1970) Banned Books Conversations: Where Radical Readers Discuss Prohibited Prose Banned books are works that have been removed from a library shelf or school curriculum. Over the course of Banned Books Week, this series covers seven different books, the reasons they were banned, and the value in reading them. Guest Links: Vogue Robinson www.Vogue316.com Instagram: @voguer316 Amanda Skenandore www.amandaskenandore.com Instagram: @amandaskenadore Mike Burton Social media: @genuinechitchat https://genuinechitchat.wordpress.com/ https://www.youtube.com/GenuineChitChat Other Mike and Tonya collaborations: Ep 97 - It's Never All The Way Right: Modern Shakespeare, Acting & Default White Characters https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=20pnVYRMbvI 101 P1: Just A Chat About Superheroes: Childhood Crushes, Current Movies & The Late Chadwick Boseman https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FyOVyISI1SE Discussing Loki Episodes 1-3 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yp1nZGLrD8A Ep 172 - Banned Books Week: Censorship, Subjective Offense & The Freedom To Read https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cglgZRjGrrc Exploring The Idea Of #God: Adversity, God's Voice & You've Gotta Lose To Win https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rGYtNDNcs5w Host: Tonya Todd Video Producer: JP Butler Audio Producer: Ria Carrogan Graphics: Mike Burton

It's our first episode back! And Brittany knew who she wanted to talk to: Ava DuVernay, the visionary director who excels in “big-sister wisdom.” They get into everything about the state of the world now, from the DNC (cookout energy!)...to the way DuVernay's most recent film, Origin, reframes the world…to why DuVernay wishes Democrats would get “a little bit more bare-knuckle.” Plus, Brittany brings you the latest UNtrending news. This episode is brought to you in partnership with PEN America. Visit pen.org/undistracted to learn more about Banned Books Week.Follow Brittany on Instagram, Threads & Tik Tok @MsPackyettiFollow The Meteor on Instagram @themeteor and X @themeteor. Follow Wonder Media Network on Instagram @wmn.media, X @wmnmedia, and Facebook

It's Banned Books Week, and we're celebrating the rebellious spirit of literature and cinema!

While we're off this week, we're encouraging everyone to listen to our Stop Book Banning episode, rereleased with new content! This week, we're talking to Maggie Tokuda-Hall, one of the founders of Authors Against Book Bans about the growth of book bans around the country in 2024. Book bans in United States schools and libraries are at their highest since the ALA Office of Intellectual Freedom started collecting data, happening around the country, in every state, and disproportionately affecting books by and about LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC people. What's more, challenges are likely underreported, because librarians who are resisting them are facing unprecedented workplace retribution and in some cases physical danger.Book Bans are on the ballot this year in every state and local election, up and down the ticket. State legislatures, local town councils, county leadership and school boards are being overrun with candidates supported by conservative activists looking to limit access to books and ideas that offer identity, empathy, awareness, and power to young people around the country. We're concerned, so today, we're releasing a special episode of Fated Mates focused on book bans across the country. We interview three experts on what's happening, who is most impacted, and how we can all help. Show notes are extensive, and we hope you'll take a look at them. The GuestsMaggie Tokuda-Hall, author, activist, podcaster and founding member of Authors Against Book BansJarett Dapier, librarian, activist and author of Mr. Watson's Chickens. Jarrett is offering his complete stage adaption of Chris Crutcher's YA novel "The Sledding Hill" to the Office for Intellectual Freedom in support of Banned Books Week as a free download to read. Schools and communities interested in performing the play can do so with a $75 donation to the ALA's Office of Intellectual Freedom. Lily Freeman, activist and student in Central Bucks County, PA. Read Lily's op-ed in the Philadelphia Inquirer and follow her instagram at ProjectUncensored. Congratulations, Lily, on your graduation!Melissa Walker, political activist at The States Project, journalist, and Middle Grade and YA author of Violet on the Runway, Let's Pretend We Never Met, Small Town Sinners and more. The ResourcesAuthors Against Book Bans, the author and creator wing of the fight for the freedom to readThe Youth Censorship Database at the National Coalition Against CensorshipBook Riot's censorship coverage is excellent and updated almost daily. They have an excellent explainer for

Send us a textIn this months episode, Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie interview our newest Information Services librarian and the Midwest Writing Center's Sarah Elgatian about their upcoming Banned Book Read-In on September 24th. Banned Books Week will occur at the end of September, so tune in to hear our librarians discuss the top challenged books of 2023.  Some upcoming programs:Adults: Voter Registration - Tuesday, Sept. 17th | All 3 Branches Tweens/Teens: Fantasy Maps - Monday, Sept. 16th @ 1pm | Main Kids: Dog Man Party - Sept. 21st @ 2pm | Eastern Additional events:Banned Books Read-InTuesday, Sept. 24, 2024 @ 5:30-7:30pmWatts-Midtown Community Room at the Watts-Midtown Branch of the Rock Island LibraryTo find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!Helpful links from our discussion:Video Games LibGuide - The Library's Video Game collection guideMango LanguagesLinkedIn LearningALA's Banned Book Week - 2024 theme is "Freed Between the Lines"Threadless Store - Buy custom designed Library MerchLULAC - Council 10, Davenport, IowaLibrary Links:Library Social Worker - Do you need help navigating government benefits, affordable housing, or unemployment? Are you wondering what resources are available for you and your family? The Library Social Worker can work with you to navigate these challenges.Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!Beanstack - Sign up to participate in our reading challenges!

Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance gave a very JD Vance explanation of America's inflation rates when he was asked about a policy to address the problem on the campaign trail in Wisconsin. Plus! Author Maggie Tokuda-Hall, who wrote the children's book Love in the Library, joins the podcast to talk about the history of Banned Books Week and why the importance of this year's celebration (Sept. 22-28). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.