Podcasts about little free libraries

"International Menstrual Hygiene Day" is May 28th. Hear about the many challenges women face in taking care of this natural process, and the many ways that the Mooncatcher Project helps menstruators both here and abroad. Ellie von Wellsheim, MCP founder, explains how a project started in her Schenectady home has grown to provide reusable menstrual kits to millions of people in 38 (or more?) countries around the world, as well as started seven sewing cooperatives. The distribution of kits is supplemented by health education for both boys and girls. You are invited to join a "Moon Bee" to help make kits, no sewing experience needed. Ellie also notes that MCP's "Period Pantries" in this region (including one outside the Sanctuary's Nature Lab) are like Little Free Libraries for tampons and pads. For more information on activities, donation options, and International Menstrual Hygiene Day, visit www.mooncatcher.org. Produced by Brea Barthel for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

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Kwame Alexander kicked off a weekend of events celebrating the 10th anniversary of his Newbery Medal win by dedicating a Little Free Library in Chesapeake's Bells Mill area.

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Click Here to ask your book writing and publishing questions!Ever walked past one of those cute Little Free Libraries and thought, Wonder if I could sneak my book in there? Spoiler alert: you totally can. And that's just one of the brilliantly simple, low-cost book marketing strategies I dish out in this episode—ideas so simple many authors never even think about them!Here's the thing: no matter how you publish—traditionally, hybrid, or self—marketing is your job. And I know, that realization hits like a rogue wave. But before you panic-Google “best book publicist on an extremely limited budget,” take a breath. You don't need deep pockets or an extrovert's energy to get your book in front of readers.In this episode, I break down ridiculously doable, budget-friendly ways to keep your book casually showing up in the world. Think: leaving copies in waiting rooms, slipping them onto airport lounge tables, or—one of my personal favorites—perching them on a pumpkin display at Trader Joe's (because...why not?). And for my fellow introverts who would rather not chat up strangers about their book? I've got you covered with my (ethical) “discreet book drop" ideas. No awkward small talk required.Bottom line? You don't need to go viral—you just need to stay visible. So grab one or two of these ideas, and give 'em a try! Oh, and let me know how it goes and what other creative ideas you've tried! MENTIONSDo You See Me Now by A. MoriniFrom Manuscript to Market (book launch roadmap) - 25% off for a limited time with code AUTHOR25 Awesome Email Templates for AuthorsFrom communicating with your launch team to building relationships with readers, my customizable templates take all the guesswork out of writing emails that turn email subscribers into loyal readers.

We've talked a lot about the usual donation destinations—charity stores, creative-reuse centers, the curb, etc.—but what about unusual ideas for donation? We want to hear our audience's favorite suggestions and share a few of our own. In episode #249 of The Clutter Fairy Weekly, Gayle Goddard, professional organizer and owner of The Clutter Fairy in Houston, Texas, discusses unconventional places to take donated items—plus other short topics suggested by our audience.Show notes: https://cfhou.com/tcfw249The Clutter Fairy Weekly is a live webcast and podcast designed to help you clear your clutter and make space in your home and your life for more of what you love. We meet Tuesdays at noon (U.S. Central Time) to answer your decluttering questions and to share organizing tools and techniques, success stories and “ah-hah!” moments, seasonal suggestions, and timeless tips.To participate live in our weekly webcast, join our Meetup group, follow us on Facebook, or subscribe to our mailing list. You can also watch the videos of our webcast on YouTube.Support the show

From rediscovering the art of thrifting to embracing breathwork, today we're sharing what's keeping us grounded in the midst of life's demands. While Ashlee's fueling her body with protein smoothies and filling her Little Free Library with hope-filled books, Katie's got Jackie Hill Perry in her earbuds and Half Baked Harvest meals on her plate. We hope this episode inspires you to find a workspace with loads of natural light (it doesn't have to be a coffee shop!) and a sliver of time to finally clean out that junk drawer.  This show is brought to you ad-free by our generous Substack community. If you'd like to support the work we do for as little as $3/month, head to coffeeandcrumbs.substack.com to join us (and get bonus episodes!). For show notes, go to coffeeandcrumbs.net/podcast. Listen to the original What's Saving My Life Right Now bonus episode. Spoiler: We're still Rage Cleaning™ for mental health. For more encouragement in your motherhood journey, check out the stories at Coffee + Crumbs.   

This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.Part I (00:13 - 17:03)Politics, Partisanship, and Performance Art in a Social Media Age: President Trump's Historic Joint Address to CongressFull Transcript of President Trump's Speech to Congress by The New York TimesPart II (17:03 - 23:18)Neon Tape, a Padlock, and a Little Library: 4 College Students in California Turn a A Little Library into Performance Art over Book Bans – Book Bans That Don't Even ExistChapman students lock up some Little Free Libraries as segue to larger discussion on censorship and diversity by Daily Pilot (Eric Licas)Part III (23:18 - 26:57)Big News from the Moon: Private Firm Firefly's Blue Ghost Lander Successfully Reaches Lunar SurfacePrivate lunar lander Blue Ghost aces moon touchdown with a special delivery for NASA by The LA Times (Marcia Dunn)Sign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.

Meet me at Abigail Smile's Crust Bakery. There's chocolate croissants and lemon tassies and we'll dive into the next chapters of Flying Potion to find out what Dakkar is up to on his new off planet assignment on Zeta Reticuli.Abigail is also having a fund raiser to place a Little Free Library at Crust. Drop your donation in the box up front or see Abigail if you are a creative person and interested in crafting a Little Free Library from salvaged or found items. Abigal will create something special for the town with any leftover donations.#angelmessages #divineguidance #booktube THANKS FOR Being here

Give us about fifteen minutes daily, and we will give you all the local news, sports, weather, and events you can handle.   SPONSORS: Many thanks to our sponsors… Annapolis Subaru, the SPCA of Anne Arundel County, and Hospice of the Chesapeake. Today...  Police used real-time technology to track a road rage suspect in Glen Burnie, while a serious DUI crash in Edgewater left one person critically injured. The Annapolis Rotary installed its 25th Little Free Library, and a new Caribbean fine-dining restaurant is set to open in Eastport. Plus, the Chesapeake Baysox are gearing up for their Family Fun Fest next month. Tune in for the full details. Link to daily news recap newsletter: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm Back with her weekly Annapolis After Dark is BeeprBuzz. She'll keep you up to speed on all of the fantastic live music we have in the area! DAILY NEWSLETTER LINK: https://forms.aweber.com/form/87/493412887.htm The Eye On Annapolis Daily News Brief is produced every Monday through Friday at 6:00 am and available wherever you get your podcasts and also on our social media platforms--All Annapolis and Eye On Annapolis (FB) and @eyeonannapolis (TW) NOTE: For hearing-impaired subscribers, a full transcript is available on Eye On Annapolis.

MDJ Script/ Top Stories for January 29th Publish Date:  January 29th    Commercial: From the BG Ad Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.    Today is Wednesday, January 29th and Happy Birthday to Franklin Roosevelt ***01.29.25 - BIRTHDAY – FDR*** I’m Dan Ratcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia.  Cobb Sheriff Deputy Injured in Four-Car Collision Little Free Library Opens at Marietta Teacher's House All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!  BREAK: CU of GA (06.26.24 CU OF GA FREE CHECKING_REV_FINAL) STORY 1: Cobb Sheriff Deputy Injured in Four-Car Collision A Cobb County sheriff’s deputy, Deputy Wyland, was injured in a four-car crash Monday morning on Leader Road at South Cobb Drive. Wyland’s Ford Explorer collided with a Subaru while turning, leading to further collisions with a Chevrolet and a Toyota. Wyland and the Chevrolet driver, Michelle Pack, were taken to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The Subaru and Toyota drivers were unharmed. The crash remains under investigation, and anyone with information is urged to contact Cobb County Police. STORY 3: Little Free Library Opens at Marietta Teacher's House Marietta Middle School teacher Methany Thornton unveiled a new Little Free Library on her front lawn, thanks to the nonprofit Cobb Collaborative. Located on Griggs Street, the community library encourages neighbors to “take a book, leave a book” to promote literacy. Thornton, a language arts teacher, hopes the stand inspires kids and adults to read more. Cobb Collaborative, focused on improving children’s lives, partners with organizations like Marietta City Schools to install these libraries across Cobb County, increasing access to books. The ribbon-cutting ceremony included Thornton’s family and community leaders, celebrating this effort to foster a love of reading. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info.    We’ll be right back  Break: DRAKE (Drake Realty (Cobb County) STORY 4: Georgia DOT Hosts Open House for I-285 Express Lanes Project The Georgia Department of Transportation will host community conversations on Feb. 11-12 to update the public on the I-285 Westside Express Lanes project in Cobb and Fulton counties. The project now includes two barrier-separated express lanes in each direction over a 10-mile stretch, shifting financial responsibilities to a private sector partner. These open house events, held in Atlanta and Smyrna, allow attendees to review updates, speak with the project team, and provide input. For those unable to attend, a virtual meeting room with project details is available online. STORY 5: Georgia Supreme Court Dismisses Mableton Cityhood Challenge The Georgia Supreme Court has dismissed a challenge to the constitutionality of Mableton’s cityhood. Filed in 2023, the lawsuit claimed the legislation creating the city and a community improvement district (CID) violated Georgia’s single subject rule. However, the court ruled unanimously that the rule wasn’t breached, as the CID is logically connected to the city’s creation. Mableton was established via a 2022 referendum, with 53% voting in favor. Mayor Michael Owens expressed hope that the ruling will help the community move forward and embrace the city’s progress. Break: STORY 6: The Battery Welcomes Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux This Summer The Battery Atlanta will welcome Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux this summer, offering a family-friendly sports bar with Cajun-inspired cuisine. Operated by Atlanta-based Port Royal Brands, this 3,600-square-foot location will be Walk-On’s first non-traditional prototype, featuring a bar-centric design, 50+ TVs, and signature dishes like Fried Alligator and Bayou Pasta. Located near Battle & Brew and the Aloft Hotel, it will include a 120-seat dining room and a walk-up bar window, leveraging The Battery’s open container policy for a unique dining experience. STORY 7: Kennesaw Resident Relishes "Surreal" Finish at Miss America Pageant Carley Vogel, a senior at Middle Tennessee State University from Kennesaw, achieved second runner-up at the Miss America pageant in January. Representing Tennessee, Vogel described the experience as both challenging and rewarding, emphasizing the importance of discipline, resilience, and self-discovery. A music business major and musical theatre minor, she won a preliminary talent award for her performance of "Climb Every Mountain," dedicated to her late grandmother. Her success earned her a $10,000 scholarship. Post-graduation, Vogel plans to pursue a career in country music, building on her experience performing the national anthem at major events. Break: Ingles Markets 5 Signoff-   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at www.mdjonline.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? 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Savannah Carlisle is the author of The Library of Second Chances and is a sports business reporter and nonfiction author under the name Kristi Dosh.Her romance centers on a Little Free Library, so of course we are talking about that. We also discuss the difficult economies of small coastal towns, and the ways that memories can be attached to a place. Then we talk about sports romance – and why she doesn't want to write one.CW/TW: At about 18 minutes in, we talk about online harassment Kristi faces and some of the comments fans make about her. If you want to skip that part, move ahead 2 minutes.You can find Savannah Carlisle at her website, SavannahCarlisle.com. She's on Instagram and TikTok @SavvyCarlisle.You can find Kristi Dosh at her website, KristiDosh.com, and on socials @Sportsbizmiss.We also mentioned:The Montgomery BiscuitsThe Jersey DinersThe Rocket City Trash PandasThe Jacksonville Jumbo ShrimpMusic: purple-planet.com Join our Patreon for complete mayhem, shenanigans, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Savannah Carlisle is the author of The Library of Second Chances and is a sports business reporter and nonfiction author under the name Kristi Dosh.Her romance centers on a Little Free Library, so of course we are talking about that. We also discuss the difficult economies of small coastal towns, and the ways that memories can be attached to a place. Then we talk about sports romance – and why she doesn't want to write one.CW/TW: At about 18 minutes in, we talk about online harassment Kristi faces and some of the comments fans make about her. If you want to skip that part, move ahead 2 minutes.You can find Savannah Carlisle at her website, SavannahCarlisle.com. She's on Instagram and TikTok @SavvyCarlisle.You can find Kristi Dosh at her website, KristiDosh.com, and on socials @Sportsbizmiss.We also mentioned:The Montgomery BiscuitsThe Jersey DinersThe Rocket City Trash PandasThe Jacksonville Jumbo ShrimpMusic: purple-planet.com Join our Patreon for complete mayhem, shenanigans, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brea and Mallory discuss how they're tracking their reading in 2025, and solve a reader problem about a little free library. And they do it all with special in-studio guest, Traci Thomas from The Stacks podcast! Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com!Reading Glasses MerchRecommendations StoreLinks -Reading Glasses Facebook GroupReading Glasses Goodreads GroupAmazon Wish ListNewsletterLibro.fmThe Stacks PodcastTraci's PatreonTo join our Slack channel, email us proof of your Reading-Glasses-supporting Maximum Fun membership!Pre Order Daughter of Daring!The No Pressure Book JournalBrea and Mallory's LA Launch EventBooks Mentioned - The Survivalists by Kashana CauleyUnsettled Ground by Claire FullerPure Innocent Fun by Ira Madison IIIAlligator Tears by Edgar GomezReagan by Max Boot

Welcome to Catholic Conversations on Catholic Spirit Radio with your host, Paul Garcia. In this episode, he shares inspiring conversations with two remarkable women making a difference in their communities. First, meet Sophia Chambers, an 11-year-old Girl Scout from Corpus Christi Catholic School, who took initiative to create a Little Free Library, nurturing a love for reading among her school peers. Later, we explore Beth Sass's journey with the Sutton House Project in Logan County, a community-driven space fostering hope, support, and unity for families across the area. Join us to discover how these remarkable individuals are actively shaping and enriching lives through their dedication and faith. Tune in to hear their uplifting stories and the positive impact they are making.

Send us a textHave you ever gotten one of those scammy DM "PR" pitches in your Instagram inbox? Well you're not alone. And in today's episode former TV Reporter/Journalist turned Publicity Expert, Christina Nicholson, pulls back the curtain on the media industry.We talked about...Why Press Releases are so 1990's and no likely to get picked upWhy Forbes Council isn't worth itWhy the scams in your DMs are too good to be true when it comes to landing media exposure How One Podcast Episode Opened Doors For $$$$Thanks to https://www.instagram.com/lisasimonerichards/ for connecting us!Christina Nicholson @MediaMavenAndMore is a TV journalist with a passion for helping business owners connect with their dream customers, all without emptying their pockets on advertising. She stumbled upon this gig after spending over a decade as a TV anchor and reporter, which eventually led her to create a publicity and content creation agency, Media Maven.She is a producer and correspondent on Health Uncensored! with Dr. Drew on Fox Business Network. Christina also hosts segments on Designing Spaces and The Balancing Act on Lifetime TV. In her downtime, you'll find Christina on her local lifestyle and family blog called Christina All Day, curled up with a good book, or spreading the love of reading through her involvement with the Little Free Library non-profit in her Wellington, Florida community.Agency Website: MediaMavenAndMore.comFacebook: https://Facebook.com/MediaMavenAndMoreInstagram: https://Instagram.com/ChristinaAllDayLinkedIn: https://LinkedIn.com/in/ChristinaAllDay35 Things To Do With Your Publicity:https://www.mediamavenandmore.com/35-things/ DIY PR COURSE!! https://www.visibilityonpurpose.com/pitchpartySIGN UP ON QWOTED for free: https://www.qwoted.com/?via=VOPWatch our FREE masterclass to start landing big press features like Forbes & interviews on top 1% podcasts: https://www.visibilityonpurpose.com/getfeatured Connect with us on and off the pod! Website: ⁠www.visibilityonpurpose.com⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/visibilityonpurpose/⁠ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@visibilityonpurpose

In this episode, we're joined by Talia Miracle, an enrolled member of the Ho-Chunk Tribe of Winnebago and Program Manager at the Little Free Library. Talia opens up about her impactful work leading the Indigenous Library Program, which increases access to Indigenous literature and fosters stronger, more inspired communities across the U.S. and Canada. She shares how her own experiences with limited representation in literature helped shape her passion for addressing literacy disparities in Indigenous communities. Talia also lets us in on some personal updates, including the newest addition to her expanding family—a playful kitten—and a memorable meeting with the author of one of her new favorite books. Tune in for a meaningful discussion on cultural empowerment through books, the joy of storytelling, and the critical role representation in plays in shaping futures.

In today's news: A suspect has been arrested in a string of armed robberies at retail locations around Berrien County.  Two meetings will be held next week for Stevensville residents to have their say about what kinds of developments should be in the next village master plan. A brewery and restaurant in Buchanan is hoping the thieves who took all of the books out of its Little Free Library will see themselves on the news and feel ashamed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: A suspect has been arrested in a string of armed robberies at retail locations around Berrien County.  Two meetings will be held next week for Stevensville residents to have their say about what kinds of developments should be in the next village master plan. A brewery and restaurant in Buchanan is hoping the thieves who took all of the books out of its Little Free Library will see themselves on the news and feel ashamed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: A suspect has been arrested in a string of armed robberies at retail locations around Berrien County.  Two meetings will be held next week for Stevensville residents to have their say about what kinds of developments should be in the next village master plan. A brewery and restaurant in Buchanan is hoping the thieves who took all of the books out of its Little Free Library will see themselves on the news and feel ashamed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can we make reading more enjoyable and exciting for children?  In honor of National Book Month, SONIC Drive-In is partnering with DonorsChoose and Little Free Library to take action. Tune in as we are joined by Stuart Brown from the SONIC Foundation and Shavawn Simmons from Family Literacy of Georgia, representing Little Free Library, to share ways we can all make a difference.Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio affiliate!Stuart Brown serves as the Executive Director for the Inspire Brands Foundation, the charitable arm of Inspire Brands. The foundation works on behalf of Inspire and its brands to ignite and nourish change for good in the communities we serve. Before joining the Foundation in 2014, Stuart developed a passion for leveraging innovation to promote community impact while working for Fortune 500 companies, industry-leading non-profits and a West African start-up.  He is an alumnus of Auburn University where he earned a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering as well as the Kellogg School of Management where he earned his MBA with a focus on Finance and Economics.  www.LimeadesForLearning.comShavawn P. Simmons is the Founder and Executive Director of Family Literacy of Georgia. Simmons founded the organization with the desire to increase enthusiasm for reading within communities lacking easy access to books and book diversity.  An avid reader, writer and artist, Simmons is a retired 30-year public school educator. A native of Miami (Opa-Locka) Florida, Simmons directs Family Literacy of Georgia from metro Atlanta in Clayton County, Georgia. https://littlefreelibrary.orgFor more show information visit: www.MariannePestana.com#book #newbook #bookclub #mustread 

Explore how Vancouver Public Schools' Heights Campus is encouraging reading through a new Little Free Library. With support from Scholastic and Dav Pilkey, each student received a copy of “Dog Man: The Scarlet Shredder,” and the community gains a valuable resource to access books. Read the full story at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/youth/vancouver-public-schools-unveils-new-little-free-library-at-heights-campus on www.ClarkCountyToday.com. #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #Washingtonstate #Vancouver #LittleFreeLibrary #VancouverPublicSchools #DogMan #HeightsCampus #BookDonation #ReadingAccessibility #Youth

Welcome to "Reeding Between the Lines" with Ahren, Sara, and Nicole.  Dive into the world of books with weekly reviews, must-read recommendations, and lively literary discussions with siblings Ahren and Sara and their mother, Nicole. Whether you're a casual reader or a devoted bibliophile, there's a place for you here to explore and discuss great books. Subscribe and join our community of readers as we uncover the magic in every page!Today on the podcast,  I interview Carrie Veatch as she shares about life in Denver, CO. We discuss building your own Free Little Library, monkeys, and gluten-free beer. Podcastreedingbetweenthelines.buzzsprout.com/shareInstagraminstagram.com/reedingbetweenthelinespodSupport the Podcastbuzzsprout.com/2378509/supportFind Carrie Veatchhttps://setyourselffreellc.com/  / setyourselffree.llc     / @forglutensake7525  Free Little Libraryhttps://littlefreelibrary.org/Support the show

How can school leaders make informed decisions about reading curriculum when they know the home environments among their student body vary widely?I don't envy people tasked with these kinds of decisions. My opinion is that schools should ensure students get their instructional needs met during the school day, because it's difficult to control what happens to students once they leave the school campus.Direct instruction of reading has to fall on the plate of educators. If we assume certain practices will be done at home consistently, we create huge equity issues.With all that being said, school staff can work to create a shared partnership with families and communities. Even though they might aim to include the essentials during the school day, they can provide opportunities and tools for students and families to support literacy outside formal classroom instruction.I invited Susan Brady, a reading specialist from Illinois, to De Facto Leaders episode 179 to discuss how she's helped her community get access to books and extracurricular activities that support literacy. Susan Brady has been in the teaching profession for over 40 years. She worked in a private school where she taught first grade and kindergarten. Sixteen years ago she began work in the public schools as a kindergarten teacher. In 2008, she received her Master's Degree in Reading from Governors State University and became a Reading Specialist. She moved to middle school 5 years ago and works with small groups, large groups, and push-ins. She also has started and run engaging book clubs for her students to help get them excited about reading.This episode is part of the National Literacy Month series of podcasts, presented in partnership between the Be Podcast Network and Reading Is Fundamental (RIF).In this conversation, Susan shares:✅Are reading teachers getting the pre-service training they need to critically evaluate research and implement instructional practices?✅Relying a curriculum versus leveraging a curriculum to guide your practice✅How to start a book club and get students excited about reading✅Where to find inexpensive or free books for schools and families✅Navigating logistical and equity issues when hosting community events and running extracurriculars.The following resources were mentioned in this episode:Our partner for the National Literacy Month Campaign, Reading Is Fundamental (https://www.rif.org)Better World Books (https://www.betterworldbooks.com/)First Book (https://firstbook.org)BookShare (https://www.bookshare.org) United for Literacy (https://www.bookshare.org)Little Free Library (https://littlefreelibrary.org)In this episode, I mention the School of Clinical Leadership, my program that helps related service providers develop a strategic plan for putting executive functioning support in place in collaboration with their school teams. 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Go to Apple, Spotify, or any other directory you use for podcasts and subscribe to the De Facto Leaders podcast.Once you listen to an episode or two, leave me a rating and review. This helps get my show into the hands of people who need the information.Do you have a colleague or friend who needs to learn more about the research surrounding language and literacy? Do you want to spread the word about practices and ideas you'd like to see in your school, community, or state? If so, tell them about the De Facto Leaders podcast so they can listen to all the episodes in this special campaign. Reading Is Fundamental is a nonprofit that focuses on connecting educators and families with materials and training aligned with evidence-based literacy instruction. Not only is their model aligned with the science of reading; they also offer unique book ownership solutions for professionals and families to address book equity issues. 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What happens when you find a stamp set themed around one of your favorite things?  I am passionate about reading and I'm known for my bookish enthusiasm, so the new Woodland Library set has me crazy excited.  Let's talk about crafting bookmarks, little free libraries, and flow states where crafting projects seem to progress with joy.

The digital publishing company Print Nation is partnering with me for an ongoing book marketing case study and we'd like YOU to join. The Kindlepreneur Dave Chesson released a new book for authors wanting to increase visibility on Amazon. And, the Authors Guild shined a spotlight on a potential scam hitting your email inbox. All that and more in the self-publishing news! Book Award Pro - https://DaleLinks.com/BookAwardPro (affiliate link) Subscribe to The Self-Publishing Hub - https://TheSelfPublishingHub.com Subscribe to my email newsletter - https://DaleLinks.com/SignUp Join Channel Memberships - https://DaleLinks.com/Memberships Join Me on Discord - https://DaleLinks.com/Discord Check out my main YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@DaleLRoberts My Books - https://DaleLinks.com/MyBooks  Sources: Free Book Marketing & Promotion for Authors | Little Free Libraries - https://youtu.be/0WgIdM39ImI?si=b1aUXCQDyiTxt_pC Help us Donate Books to Little Free Libraries - https://DaleLinks.com/PrintNationBooks (deadline Sept. 13, 2024)  THE AUTHOR'S GUIDE TO AMAZON VISIBILITY - https://kindlepreneur.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/The-Authors-Guide-to-Amazon-Visibility-Kindlepreneur-EBook.pdf Free Amazon Ads Course (Updated 2024) - https://dalelinks.com/adscourse (affiliate link)  Authors Guild: Publishing Scam Alerts - https://authorsguild.org/resource/publishing-scam-alerts/ How to Write a Selling Book Blurb: 11 Tips for Authors + Examples - https://miblart.com/blog/how-to-write-book-blurb/ Book Genie: Editorial Toxic Traits... - https://news.book-genie.com/p/editorial-toxic-traits  Authortunities Hub: a Gated Online Community Opens Next Weekend - https://authortunities.substack.com/p/authortunities-hub-a-gated-online ProWritingAid Storyteller's Sale - https://DaleLinks.com/ProWritingAid (affiliate link) Dibbly Create - https://DaleLinks.com/DibblyCreate (affiliate link)  From Page to Platform: How to Succeed as an Author Speaker - https://www.theindyauthor.com/from-page-to-platform.html Mark Leslie Lefebvre: One Hand Screaming: Deluxe Hardcover Horror Collection - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/markleslie/one-hand-screaming-20-haunting-years?ref=dxluxx Booking Local Media for Your Book Promotions with Jason Jones - https://www.youtube.com/live/h6BEODFESQs?si=hln_kXqSsENdqNHa StoryOrigin: From Pen to Profit: Mastering Book Writing and Digital Marketing - https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vcOGhrTotG9L84gloXNQuEKrUEUqdCF9y#/registration Book Brush: From Page to Presence: Crafting Your Author Brand with Sherry Briscoe - https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0qd-mppz8iHdB5dMcb9JF_3descEaPjhUW#/registration Self-Publishing for New Authors (book 1) - https://DaleLinks.com/NewAuthors Advanced Self-Publishing for Authors (book 2) - https://DaleLinks.com/AdvancedAuthors  Advertising for Books (book 3 ARC) - https://DaleLinks.com/ARCTeam  Where noted, some outbound links financially benefit the channel through affiliate programs. I only endorse programs, products, or services I use and can stand confidently behind. These links do not affect your purchase price and greatly helps to building and growing this channel. Thanks in advance for understanding! - Dale L. Roberts

Welcome to Episode 214! This episode contains a lot of biblio adventuring. Emily is in Traverse City, Michigan, helping her daughter, getting to know her new granddaughter, and discovering the many excellent Little Free Libraries in the area. She also shopped at Horizon Books and has been spending time at the Traverse City Library. Meanwhile, back in New England, Chris and “Colleen from Chicago” hit the road for a four-day Biblio Adventure Extravaganza that included Melville's Arrowhead, Wharton's The Mount, Emily Dickinson's family homes, The Homestead and The Evergreens, Amherst Books, and The Yiddish Book Center. The former bookstore coworkers capped it off with the annual Moby Dick marathon aboard the Charles W. Morgan at Mystic Seaport Museum. Oh, and she forgot to mention that they also went to the Odyssey Bookstore at Mount Holyoke. Phew, what a blast! We managed to finish a few books, too: Emily loved THE SNOW CHILD by Eowyn Ivey and appreciated its cold Alaska setting while reading in the heat of Michigan's summer. She listened to the audiobook version of Ann Napolitano's first novel, WITHIN ARM'S REACH, which features six narrators, and then two Audible Original short stories by Alice Hoffman, "The Bookstore Sisters" and "The Bookstore Wedding.” Chris read MOBY DICK by Herman Melville (that's twice this year) and a novelization about his relationship with Nathaniel Hawthorne, THE WHALE: A Love Story by Mark Beauregard. She also read her first book club selection from Book Browse, THE ROSE ARBOR, by Rhys Bowen. Happy Listening!

381. Host a Book Swap!   Links: How to host a book swap - Em for Marvelous - Take a Book. Share a Book. - Little Free Library   Self-Care:  Make plans to meet up with other grown-ups this week.   Family Fun: Be silly and makeup pretend Olympic games or a massive reading fort. 

In this episode, Mark quizzes the guys in the latest segment of "We Took A Quiz." Play along and see how many you get right. No cheating! Bruce is dipping his toe into stacked laser cut city maps. Drew published the Little Free Library video. Plus, a ton more! GIVEAWAY ANNOUNCEMENT!Listen for details about our August giveaway. Get entered and there are even ways to earn bonus entries. Details in the episode. Thanks to KREG TOOL for sponsoring August's giveaway with a package worth $170! T-shirts: https://fishersshoponline.com/merch & https://www.bruceaulrich.com/shop/clothing SUBSCRIBE TO DIRTtoDONE on YouTube: http://tinyurl.com/DIRTtoDON This episode is sponsored by OneFinity CNC! We have partnered with them and would love it if you would go to their website and check them out: https://www.onefinitycnc.com/  (we don't have a coupon code at this time, but if you're able to mention that we sent you, it helps!) Become a patron of the show! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS-Tim Morrill -Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY: http://bit.ly/3vcuqmv -Brent Jarvis: https://bit.ly/2OJL7EV -Chris Simonton -Maddux Woodworks YT: http://bit.ly/3chHe2p -Byrom's Custom Woodworks -Ray Jolliff -Ryder Clark -Deo Gloria Woodworks (Matthew Allen) https://www.instagram.com/deogloriawoodworks/ -Henry Lootens (@Manfaritawood) -Kris -Ben Wilker with Wilker's Woodcraft -Bruce Clark -Tommy Trease -Will White -Cody Elkins (maker of the Jenny bit) -Monkey Business Woodworks Support our sponsors: MagSwitch: https://mag-tools.com -use code "WBAT" for 10% off SurfPrep: https://www.surfprepsanding.com/?aff=48  -use code "BLACKFRIDAY2023" for 15% off & "CYBERMONDAY2023" for 15% off Bits & Bits: use code "FISHER10" for 10% off Starbond: use code "BRUCEAULRICH15" for 15% off Rotoboss: "GUNFLINT" Merlin Moisture Meters: https://www.merlin-humidification.com/wood-moisture-meters Bidwell Wood & Iron/Atomic Finishes: "BRUCEAULRICH" for 10% off Arbortech Carving Tools: "BRUCEAULRICH" for 10% off. (https://arbortechtools.idevaffiliate.com/127.html)  Montana Brand Tools: “GUNFLINT10” Monport: “GUNFLINT6” Stonecoat: "Gunflint" gets you 10% off MAS Epoxy: FLINT YesWelder: GUNFLINT10 Millner-Haufen Tool Co: "ulrich20" gets you 20% off We Built A Thing T-shirts! We have two designs to choose from! (You can get one of these as a reward at certain levels of support) https://amzn.to/2GP04jf  https://amzn.to/2TUrCr2 ETSY SHOPS: Bruce: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BruceAUlrich?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=942512486 Drew: https://www.etsy.com/shop/FishersShopOnline?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=893150766 Mark: https://www.etsy.com/shop/GunflintDesigns?ref=search_shop_redirect Bruce's most recent video: https://youtu.be/xRFe5bELcyE?si=rXBq3csbaaBq7quz Drew's most recent video: https://youtu.be/uVlsKXiIoXo?si=7C3E3sYKkZz6uPIV Mark's most recent video: https://youtu.be/a701NsPo4ss?si=96H_AiQVVNV1YvbL We are all makers, full-time dads and all have YouTube channels we are trying to grow and share information with others. Throughout this podcast, we talk about making things, making videos to share on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, etc...and all of the life that happens in between.  CONNECT WITH US: WE BUILT A THING: www.instagram.com/webuiltathingWE BUILT A THING EMAIL: webuiltathing@gmail.com FISHER'S SHOP: www.instagram.com/fishersshop/ BRUDADDY: www.instagram.com/brudaddy/ GUNFLINT DESIGNS: https://www.instagram.com/gunflintdesigns Music by: Jay Fisher (Thanks, Jay!)

Send us a Text Message.In Episode 162 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah talk about Little Free Libraries! We explore what these charming book-sharing boxes are all about, where you can find them, and why we've become such big fans. From sharing our personal experiences of discovering bookish gems to discussing how we've made a conscious effort to seek them out, we'll cover it all! Join us as we celebrate the joy of sharing books and building community.If you enjoy our commercial-free podcast, please consider supporting us on Patreon! Your membership will give you access to our exclusive bonus episodes, including Books We DNFed and What's in the Mailbag! Plus, invites to monthly events like Mood Reader Happy Hour and Bookstore Browsing, and a private Facebook group and Discord server where you can interact with other fans of the show... all for just $5 a month!Loving LatelyNew Balance Sneakers (T)Book Riot Kindle Deals (H)Community ReadAll This & More | Peng Shepherd (T+H)Book Talk: Little Free Library Discussion⬇️Books Mentioned ⬇️Defending Jacob | William Landay (T)The Boys in the Boat | Daniel James Brown (H)Reconstructing Amelia | Kimberly McCreight (T)The Coworker | Freida McFadden (H)Shelf AdditionsThe Chamber | Will Dean (T)The Lost Story | Meg Shaffer (H)Support the Show.Let's Connect... Email us at booktalketc@gmailTina's TikTok , IG @tbretcHannah's TikTok , IG @hanpickedbooksJonathan IG @infiltrate_jayPodcast IG @booktalketcRenee's Substack Newsletter , IG@Itsbooktalk

In this heartwarming episode, host Adina Oberman welcomes award-winning author Kimberlee Gard to discuss the power of storytelling, overcoming reading challenges, and the importance of accessible literature for children. Kimberly shares her personal journey with dyslexia and how it led to the creation of her beloved "Languages Fun Series." The conversation delves deep into strategies for supporting children with language development, embracing the joys of reading, and the impactful role of books in family life.  Episode Highlights:  00:00:09 - Introduction: Adina Oberman introduces the podcast, its goals, and today's guest, Kimberlee Gard. She outlines Kimberly's accomplishments as an author and her contributions to children's literature through engaging storybooks featured on streaming platforms.   00:01:18 - Kimberly's Inspiration: Kimberly shares the origins of her "Languages Fun Series." Growing up with dyslexia, she faced significant challenges in reading, which led her to craft books that transform letters and punctuation into relatable characters for children. Her personal experiences with her children influenced these creations.  00:02:04 - Welcoming Kimberlee Gard: Kimberly expresses her excitement about being part of the podcast, acknowledging the positive reception of her books among parents, teachers, and children.  00:02:37 - The Genesis of Languages Fun Series: Kimberly delves deeper into the conceptualization of her series, emphasizing the struggles she observed in her own children with reading. This observation sparked the creative process behind making learning materials that are more approachable and memorable for young readers.  00:03:44 - Journey to Publication: Guard discusses the lengthy journey from the idea inception to the publication of her books. She stresses the patience and persistence required in the publishing industry, alongside the importance of marrying visual art with storytelling through collaboration with illustrators.  00:04:34 - Addressing Reading Challenges: Through sharing personal stories, Kimberly highlights the universal struggle of learning to read and how challenges can foster creativity and innovative solutions, such as her book series.  00:06:08 - Supporting Children with Learning Differences: Guard provides invaluable advice for parents and teachers on recognizing and nurturing children's unique learning styles. She advocates for early assessment and intervention to empower children with the tools they need to succeed.  00:07:14 - The Importance of Understanding Learning Differences: Kimberly discusses how identifying and understanding her son's dyslexia helped her family approach learning in a more tailored and effective manner.  00:08:36 - Simple Tools for Reading Success: Sharing practical tips, Kimberly illustrates how small adjustments and tools can make substantial differences in aiding children with dyslexia.  00:09:43 - Advocating for Early Intervention: Adina and Kimberly discuss the benefits of early diagnosis and tailored learning strategies for children facing reading difficulties.  00:10:33 - Embracing Individual Learning Paths: Adina reinforces the concept that acknowledging and strategizing around each child's specific learning needs paves the way for their success and confidence.  00:11:55 - Addressing Educational Challenges: Kimberly points out the systemic challenges in classrooms that can hinder individualized attention and emphasizes the role of parents in filling these gaps.  00:12:56 - Empowering Children through Understanding: Through anecdotal evidence, Guard illustrates the transformative power of understanding and aligning educational efforts with a child's unique perspective and challenges.  Show Notes By Barevalue 00:13:55 - Finding Motivation in Interests: The conversation shifts towards leveraging children's interests to fuel their passion for reading, showcasing the effectiveness of tailored content in engaging young readers.  00:16:12 - Exploring Creative Reading Initiatives: Kimberly and Adina touch on the joys and benefits of community resources like Little Free Libraries in encouraging reading and sharing among children.  00:16:58 - Sneak Peek into New Book: Kimberly provides a glimpse into her upcoming book in the "Languages Fun Series," emphasizing its educational value and the incorporation of themes around diversity and empowerment.  00:18:36 - Conclusion and Thanks: Adina concludes the episode by thanking Kimberly for sharing her insights and encourages listeners to explore Fami's resources for more inspiring stories and educational content.  Key Takeaways:  Identifying and addressing reading challenges early can make a significant difference in a child's educational journey.  Personalized learning strategies and tools are crucial in supporting children with dyslexia and other learning differences.  Books and stories that resonate with children's interests can greatly enhance their motivation and love for reading.  Understanding a child's unique learning needs allows parents and educators to adopt more effective and supportive approaches.    Community resources and innovative projects like Little Free Libraries can inspire a love for reading and sharing among young learners.  Tweetable Quotes:  - "Transforming letters into characters can turn reading challenges into engaging adventures." - Kimberlee Gard  - "Every child learns differently. Embracing this can change the way we approach education." - Kimberlee Gard  - "Books are not just about reading; they're about exploring, learning, and growing together as a family." - Adina Oberman Show Notes By Barevalue

In this episode, Mark talks drill press stand with a flare box. Bruce drives to Detroit on a whim. Drew is mostly done with the construction of the Little Free Library. Plus, a ton more! Mics: Lark M1: https://amzn.to/4dcwL6L Lark M2: https://amzn.to/3Uffgu1 T-shirts: https://fishersshoponline.com/merch & https://www.bruceaulrich.com/shop/clothing SUBSCRIBE TO DIRTtoDONE on YouTube: http://tinyurl.com/DIRTtoDON This episode is sponsored by OneFinity CNC! We have partnered with them and would love it if you would go to their website and check them out: https://www.onefinitycnc.com/  (we don't have a coupon code at this time, but if you're able to mention that we sent you, it helps!) Become a patron of the show! http://patreon.com/webuiltathing OUR TOP PATREON SUPPORTERS-Tim Morrill -Scott @ Dad It Yourself DIY: http://bit.ly/3vcuqmv -Brent Jarvis: https://bit.ly/2OJL7EV -Chris Simonton -Maddux Woodworks YT: http://bit.ly/3chHe2p -Byrom's Custom Woodworks -Ray Jolliff -Ryder Clark -Deo Gloria Woodworks (Matthew Allen) https://www.instagram.com/deogloriawoodworks/ -Henry Lootens (@Manfaritawood) -Kris -Ben Wilker with Wilker's Woodcraft -Bruce Clark -Tommy Trease -Will White -Cody Elkins (maker of the Jenny bit) -Monkey Business Woodworks Support our sponsors: MagSwitch: https://mag-tools.com -use code "WBAT" for 10% off SurfPrep: https://www.surfprepsanding.com/?aff=48  -use code "BLACKFRIDAY2023" for 15% off & "CYBERMONDAY2023" for 15% off Bits & Bits: use code "FISHER10" for 10% off Starbond: use code "BRUCEAULRICH15" for 15% off Rotoboss: "GUNFLINT" Merlin Moisture Meters: https://www.merlin-humidification.com/wood-moisture-meters Bidwell Wood & Iron/Atomic Finishes: "BRUCEAULRICH" for 10% off Arbortech Carving Tools: "BRUCEAULRICH" for 10% off. (https://arbortechtools.idevaffiliate.com/127.html)  Montana Brand Tools: “GUNFLINT10” Monport: “GUNFLINT6” Stonecoat: "Gunflint" gets you 10% off MAS Epoxy: FLINT YesWelder: GUNFLINT10 Millner-Haufen Tool Co: "ulrich20" gets you 20% off We Built A Thing T-shirts! We have two designs to choose from! (You can get one of these as a reward at certain levels of support) https://amzn.to/2GP04jf  https://amzn.to/2TUrCr2 ETSY SHOPS: Bruce: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BruceAUlrich?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=942512486 Drew: https://www.etsy.com/shop/FishersShopOnline?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=893150766 Mark: https://www.etsy.com/shop/GunflintDesigns?ref=search_shop_redirect Bruce's most recent video: https://youtu.be/xRFe5bELcyE?si=rXBq3csbaaBq7quz Drew's most recent video: https://youtu.be/uVlsKXiIoXo?si=7C3E3sYKkZz6uPIV Mark's most recent video: https://youtu.be/a701NsPo4ss?si=96H_AiQVVNV1YvbL We are all makers, full-time dads and all have YouTube channels we are trying to grow and share information with others. Throughout this podcast, we talk about making things, making videos to share on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, etc...and all of the life that happens in between.  CONNECT WITH US: WE BUILT A THING: www.instagram.com/webuiltathingWE BUILT A THING EMAIL: webuiltathing@gmail.com FISHER'S SHOP: www.instagram.com/fishersshop/ BRUDADDY: www.instagram.com/brudaddy/ GUNFLINT DESIGNS: https://www.instagram.com/gunflintdesigns Music by: Jay Fisher (Thanks, Jay!)

Why would anyone trade bread for a pickle? This week, we kick off with Nora's hilariously high-pitched intro, thanks to their boundless excitement. The cicadas have finally buzzed off, leaving us to catch our breath and reflect on their noisy visit. From there, we take you through the emotional rollercoaster that is the NBA draft, drawing some surprising connections to the Tony Awards. And yes, we get real about Bronny James and the whispers of nepotism. As we wrap our heads around the bizarre trend of pickle sandwiches in New York, Nora's pickle-phobia gives us all a good laugh.Do no-show socks make you look ancient? We certainly have our opinions and we aren't holding back! Join us as we poke fun at the generational divide over fashion trends, reminiscing about iconic 90s stores like Limited Too and The Limited. Who doesn't have a hilarious story about a pair of overalls? Our stolen-overalls anecdote leads us down the rabbit hole of Little Free Libraries and an oddly futuristic issue of Reader's Digest. It's a wild ride of nostalgia and fashion faux pas that you won't want to miss.From Swatch watches to the latest Apple Watches, our final segment is a time-traveling adventure through our history with wristwatches. We share memories of our moms' collections and argue the merits of various styles. The episode rounds off with some relatable parenting highs and lows—from lost shoes to messy blender disasters—and the heartwarming anticipation of a child's return from sleepaway camp. Whether you're a fan of quirky clocks or just love a good family story, this episode has something for everyone.

In this episode, we walk through the inspiring author journey of Casey Craiger, author of the children's book "Be Like Socks." Facing the unexpected challenge of losing her job during the pandemic, Casey found solace and a new purpose in writing. She shares how the whimsical tale of her cat named Socks not only became a creative outlet but also a beacon of hope during difficult times. Casey opens up about the personal milestones she achieved, from changing careers to building a supportive community through Little Free Libraries. We explore the impact of her book on mental health and the healing power of literature for both children and adults. Casey also provides valuable insights into the self-publishing world, offering tips for aspiring authors and sharing her experiences of bringing "Be Like Socks" to life. Join us for a heartwarming conversation filled with resilience, creativity, and the joy of pursuing one's passions. Whether you're a writer, a parent, or someone seeking inspiration, Casey Craiger's story is a testament to the power of turning life's challenges into opportunities for growth and fulfillment. Support Casey by ordering their book Be Like Socks on Amazon.  Follow her writing journey at www.caseycraiger.com and on Instagram at @java.socks About Press Publish Podcast:  Subscribe on Substack for more episodes, posts and author spotlights! Instagram: @presspublishpodcast  Pinterest: @presspublishpodcast Erin Galloway, Author of “Spilled Confetti: 101 Lessons to Simplify Self-Publishing”  “Spilled Confetti” is available now on Amazon!  In each Press Publish episode, host Erin Galloway will be your catalyst to explore habits that will help you finally press publish with consistency & connect with an audience waiting to read what you have to say. As the founder of Habitize Publishing & a self-published author, Erin learned to lead with empathy from her M.S. in Human Development & Family Science at The Ohio State University, built up her grit as an innovator at Johns Hopkins University, but it's parenthood that revealed how habits are a daily practice in bravery & boundaries.

In this solo episode of the Thriving Authors Podcast, I'm doing something I've never done before: reading you an excerpt of one of my novels! After receiving a bunch of listener requests for more details about my new novel Before & After You & Me (which also happens to be this month's pick for the Thriving Authors Book Club) I decided it would be fun to give you Chapter One, straight from my voice and my heart. So grab your earbuds and prepare to meet my main character Emma on the day that changes her life forever. Thank you so much for your support and interest in my writing – it means the world to me to share my books with you! If you do grab a copy for yourself, for a friend, for a teen you know, or even for a Little Free Library – please let me know! I'd love to send you a few small book goodies as a way to say thank you.

Welcome to Episode 208, which features a fantastic author spotlight with Sara B. Franklin. Her new biography, THE EDITOR: HOW PUBLISHING LEGEND JUDITH JONES SHAPED CULTURE IN AMERICA, is a must-read. It is not hyperbole to say that everyone reading and eating today has been touched by Judith Jones's work, and Franklin's writing is a delight to read. We had a great Biblio Adventure to Brooklyn with Aunt Ellen. Our goal of making it to THE RIPPED BODICE Bookstore has been achieved, and it was worth the wait! Many of our listeners were avid followers of or found us through Jenny Colvin's podcast, READING ENVY: I'll have what you're reading. Jenny passed away in May of 2022. We miss her, and know that many of you do, too. To honor her memory, we are joining our BookTube friend SHAWN BREATHES BOOKS (formerly Shawn the Book Maniac) and doing something we think Jenny would love – reading books together! We are each choosing one book from Jenny's Goodreads lists. The plan is to read the book by July 1st, Jenny's birthday. We would love for you to join us by reading along with one of our selections or choosing a book of your own. We have a conversation thread on our Goodreads page, and we've created the hashtag #illhavewhatyourereading to use on social media. Let's keep Jenny's love for books alive in our hearts and our reading. In other reading news, you might remember from our last episode that Emily expressed her desire to read Monica Wood's THE ONE-IN-A-MILLION BOY. And guess what? It magically appeared in one of her beloved Little Free Libraries. Isn't it a delightful feeling when such serendipitous moments occur? Emily loved the novel. She also read two short stories, “Ernie's Ark” by Monica Wood from the collection ERNIE'S ARK: THE ABBOTT FALLS STORIES and “Chapter Two” by Antonya Nelson in BEST AMERICAN SHORT STORIES 2013, edited by Elizabeth Strout. She savored THE PARIS NOVEL by Ruth Reichl, while Chris unexpectedly found herself engrossed in another book by Cal Newport, DEEP WORK: RULES FOR FOCUSED SUCCESS IN A DISTRACTED WORLD. Both Chris and Emily have been captivated by JAMES by Percival Everett, especially the audiobook narrated by Dominic Hoffman. Everett's narrative is a brilliant reinterpretation and expansion of THE ADVENTURES OF HUCKLEBERRY FINN, and Hoffman's performance is simply outstanding. Chris has completed her second reading of MOBY-DICK, an endeavor that was as equally challenging and rewarding as her first encounter with the book. As always, we also talk about what we're currently reading and hoping to read soon. Happy Listening and Happy Reading! Emily and Chris

Where Bob DeRosa comes from, nice guys finish first. His screenwriting credits include Killers, The Air I Breathe, and the hit USA TV show White Collar. Along with frequent collaborator Ben Rock, Bob co-wrote Video Palace (the first narrative podcast from SHUDDER) and co-created the award-winning horror/comedy web-series 20 Seconds To Live. Their new audio drama Catchers is available now at Audible.com. When he's not writing, Bob studies Kenpo karate and keeps his Little Free Library filled with good stuff.  x.com/thembob https://bobderosawriter.substack.com/ Connect with your host Kaia all Alexander: https://entertainmentbusinessleague.com/ https://twitter.com/thisiskaia  Produced by Stuart W. Volkow P.G.A. Get career training and a free ebook “How to Pitch Anything in 1 Min.” at www.EntertainmentBusinessLeague.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"As a Westerner, my heart was lifted in the 1980s when I heard about Sarvodaya. It answered my longing for a way to transform our very individualistic and materialistic culture. Thus began my own 40-year journey to translate Dr. Ari's principles into American cities." - Richard Flyer A disciple of the late, recently deceased Dr. A.T. Ariyaratne, who was informally revered as the Gandhi of Sri Lanka, Richard Flyer has dedicated his life to integrating embodied spirituality and the building of community-based ecosystem networks. Author of Birthing the Symbiotic Age: An Ancient Blueprint for a New Creation (2023), he synthesizes his learnings from five decades of experiments and explorations across different nations, wisdom traditions, and organizational structures, seeking a shift from a culture of separation to a culture of connection. The book provides his autobiographical and historical roadmap outlining "how we can emerge from our fragmented and conflicted social networks/silos and create sustainable, interconnected ecosystem networks consisting of local leaders, organizations, businesses, and local government -- in parallel to our already established systems." He concludes that a new culture of connection can only be created from the bottom up by connecting and amplifying the positive work of local communities. Realizing that every crisis in the world is at its root a spiritual crisis, he writes that we must first cultivate "spiritual climate change" within ourselves and practice it daily "in the context of a down-to-earth, face-to-face, local community" rather than "trying to reform, fix, or tear down the systems by which society operates." Birthing the Symbiotic Age is partly based upon Richard's first-hand experiences with Sarvodaya Shramadana, an ongoing grassroots movement in Sri Lanka, founded in 1958 by the late Dr. Ariyaratne. The movement has mobilized millions of poor across 15,000 villages in Sri Lanka to build tens of thousands of small businesses, preschools, health centers, village banks, etc., without any government support -- restoring to the poorest people "control over their own lives and destinies." "Meanwhile, I've gotten to experience Sarvodaya's wise theme and motto time and time again: We build the road, and the road builds us," says Richard. In addition to his decades-long involvement in various regenerative projects in Sri Lanka, Richard has been engaged with a syntropic food forest project in Big Island, Hawaii, and a Local Food System Network in Oahu. He is also the visionary behind Symbiotic Culture Lab, which aims to activate 50,000 micro-bioregional villages, towns, and cities as community networks by 2033. In reflecting on Dr. Ariyaratne's unique impact flowing from the blend of personal spirituality with community-based practice --which inspired Richard's own desire to develop and embody spirit in his community-building work in the West -- Richard writes, "Dr. Ari is an example of living a spiritual life wherein one does not have to make the ego smaller by beating it into submission. Rather, by living a daily, engaged Spiritual AND community life -- being of service to others, with all its challenges and egos involved, and by seeing everyone as sisters and brothers -- our ego identification with everyone keeps growing until it disappears!" Born into a middle-class Jewish family in the 1960s, Flyer enjoyed a typical American childhood until he had his first spiritual experience at the age of twelve. "I connected to a 'Luminous Web' that I recognized as the Ultimate Reality beyond that which we see and feel with our senses. The experience was truly 'trance-ending' -- ending the trance of separation. I was left awestruck and feeling connected to something larger than myself -- in fact, connected to everything." Rather than retreating from the material world after such an "other-worldly" experience, he writes that he "ran TOWARD the world. I was fueled by the desire to embody the Love I had received from those transcendent experiences and be that Love in the world -- to bring the two worlds I have been experiencing together as one." Richard's experiments in "connecting the Transcendent with the Immanent" or "bringing Heaven to Earth" extend well beyond Sri Lanka's villages -- including when he found himself stuck in a confrontation of drug dealers armed with baseball bats, knives, and guns. He also founded Vecinos Unidos (Neighbors United), a non-profit initiative in a high-poverty and high-crime community of 50,000 people in San Diego, and subsequently led San Diego Food Bank, one of the county's largest nonprofit social service agencies. Overcoming his own prejudice and negative feelings about "the business world", he even started his family business in the medical industry in Reno, Nevada, where he parallelly engages in creating in local symbiotic networks by customizing his learnings from Sri Lanka -- a developing country, for an "overdeveloped" western city context. In addition to Dr. Ari, many teachers have graced his journey, including a Vietnam war Veteran in San Diego who taught him about Christianity and service; an Aztec medicine woman in Mexico who taught him what Love and Service in action are; a Tibetan Buddhist Rinpoche who taught him meditation; his wife Marta, who he says "has shown me what unconditional love is." Richard's list of teachers would be incomplete without including nature. After high school, he worked as a Hellitack firefighter at Challis National Forest in Idaho, sometimes rappelling down from a helicopter to fight a blaze and then hiking forty miles back to the station. Years later, he would spend hours in solitude in nature, often with insights bursting forth spontaneously in the form of his poetry. Inspired by Jane Goodall, he spent several years researching pilot whales, often literally immersing himself in their society around Catalina Island. He also pursued a master's degree in biology, seeking to unravel the mystery of whale and dolphin communication. The call will be moderated by Rick Brooks and Preeta Bansal. Rick is the co-founder of the Little Free Library project, a movement that has spawned 60,000 registered Little Free Libraries in all U.S. states and over 80 other countries. Preeta is an Awakin Calls anchor and has  served for more than 25 years in some of the most senior posts in the public and private sectors including the White House and the U.S. Supreme Court.     Join us for a conversation with this visionary leader, community weaver, and student of nature.

Welcome to Episode 206 where we have a fantastic conversation with Rebecca Rego Barry, author of THE VANISHING OF CAROLYN WELLS: Investigations into a Forgotten Mystery Author. One reviewer referred to Barry's book as a “process biography.” It is true, Barry takes you along on her investigation into the life of Carolyn Wells who, it turns out, wrote more than mysteries. She wrote poetry, plays, screenplays, puzzles, children's books, and a YA series. Wells was also a serious book collector in a time when that pursuit was considered the domain of men. With Mother's Day just around the corner, this biography would make a great gift. Along with our friend Kate, we did a buddy read of Carson McCullers' novella, REFLECTIONS IN A GOLDEN EYE. This was part of our Biblio Adventure to Nyack, NY where McCuller's lived for the last 30 years of her life (which wasn't a very long long life: she died at 50, so she actually lived most of her life in Nyack). We explored the grounds of her home (it is not a public author home at this time) and paid our respects at the Oak Hill Cemetery where Carson is buried next to her mother. We visited Big Red Books, a Little Free Library, Pickwick Books, and the gorgeous Nyack Public Library. (Check out our social media for some pics.) We also recap our Biblio Adventure to NYC which was metamorphosed by an earthquake in New Jersey that was felt throughout the Northeast. As always, we talk about what we've read, are reading, and want to read. Highlights include PIGLET by Lottie Hazell, THE STOLEN CHILD by Ann Hood (out 5/7), MOBY DICK by Herman Melville, HOW TO READ by Monica Wood (out 5/7), SPOON RIVER ANTHOLOGY by Edgar Lee Masters, BLESS YOUR HEART by Lindy Ryan, THE EDITOR: How Publishing Legend Judith Jones Shaped Culture in America by Sara B. Franklin (out 5/28), and two short stories: “Touchless Bidet” by Omar El Akkad from the collection SMALL ODYSSEYS: Selected Shorts Presents 35 New Stories edited by Hannah Tinti and “A Simple Question” from the collection OLD CRIMES: And Other Stories by Jill McCorkle. If you've been enjoying our podcast, please share it with a friend and consider leaving a review on iTunes or whatever app you use to listen. Thanks for listening, and Happy Reading! Chris & Emily

This week on Fika with Vicky, I've invited Author John Kachuba to discuss Little Free Libraries. Aside from being one of my favourite writers of ghost stories and historical fantasy fiction, John is also the steward of a Little Free Library. We're going to be sharing our experiences, giving a little history on the movement, and spend some time connecting over a mutual interest. If you haven't already…you may decide you need a Little Free Library too. About John - John Kachuba is the award-winning author of twelve books of fiction and nonfiction. His most recent book, Haycorn Smith and the Castle Ghost, is a paranormal novel for middle- grade readers. fiction includes two novels: Dark Entry, a paranormal novel, and The Savage Apostle, historical fiction. He has also published a two-volume collection of short stories, titled There Comes a Season, and has written numerous articles and poems for a variety of magazines, journals, and newspapers. John's most recent work of nonfiction, Shapeshifters: A History, was published in June 2019 and was a finalist in the Horror Writers Association's Bram Stoker Award for Superior Achievement in Nonfiction. Several other works of nonfiction are about ghosts and the paranormal, humor writing, and occupational safety and health. John holds MA degrees in Creative Writing from Antioch University Midwest and Ohio University and presently teaches Creative Writing at Ohio University and the Gotham Writers Workshop. In addition to his present work, he has been a journalist and freelance book editor. John is a member of the Historical Novel Society, the Horror Writers Association, and the American Library Association's Authors for Libraries. John is a frequent speaker at conferences, universities and libraries, and on podcasts, radio and TV. His website is www.johnkachuba.com.

This week we finally learn the term “cold reading” thanks to our amazing Faerie Overlord and good friend, Giselle! Kelsey reads from a book discovered in her Little Free Library, posing the timeless question: Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears. Meanwhile, Abbie treats us to a cold reading of a tale from our favorite storyteller, Ruth Manning-Sanders, featuring The Princess in the Iron Tower.

Correspondent Ryan Peterson explores the little free libraries of Fairbanks and interviews their creators.

We begin Episode 204 with the announcement of our second quarter readalong in our year of reading romance and end with a delightful conversation with author Allison Pataki about her fabulous new novel, FINDING MARGARET FULLER. Since our last episode, Emily has continued with her intention of reading a short story every Monday. She read “Lot” by Bryan Washington from the story collection LOT: Stories and “Postcards from Heaven” from REUNION BEACH: Stories Inspired by Dorothea Benton Frank. Chris also read a short story, “Consequences” by Willa Cather from the story collection UNCLE VALENTINE AND OTHER STORIES. We each read an excellent novel – we're talking Top 10 contenders! Emily read THE FROZEN RIVERr by Ariel Lawhon and Chris finished WE GOT THE BEAT by Jenna Miller. In Biblio Adventures, Chris has rekindled a childhood fascination with Mary Stuart (aka Mary I of Scotland or Mary, Queen of Scots). She watched two movies: Mary, Queen of Scots starring Vanessa Redgrave, and Mary Queen of Scots starring Saoirse Ronan based on John Guy's biography QUEEN OF SCOTS: The True Life of Mary Stuart. She plans to read Antonia Fraser's biography, Mary, Queen of Scots for Big Book Summer. Emily took a trip to Wilmington, NC where she tried unsuccessfully to shop at Papercuts Bookshop because it was closed for inventory. She did find two Little Free Libraries where she picked up THIRTEEN MOONS by Charles Frazier, INTIMACIES by Katie Kitamura, and EACH PEACH PEAR PLUM by Janet and Allan Ahlberg. Back in CT, Emily went to the North Haven public library where she purchased LOTt: Stories by Bryan Washington and WHO'S IRISH?: Stories by Gish Jen from the Friends of the Library sale, and attended a presentation with Linda Civitello author of BAKING POWDER WARS: The Cutthroat Food Fight That Revolutionized Cooking.

During the pandemic, 35% of the world increased their reading habits. And now, from book clubs to #BookTok, people have continued to turn to books as an anecdote to isolation and a way to build community.  Why is reading so transformative? How can we ensure everyone has access to books? And how can books build community?  In this episode, Greig Metzger joins Kevin to discuss how books can build community.  Meet Greig: Greig Metzger is the executive director of Little Free Library, a nonprofit organization dedicated to being a catalyst for building community, inspiring readers, and expanding book access for all through a global network of volunteer-led Little Free Library book-exchange boxes. This is, What I Want to Know.   

Dav Pilkey's Dog Man teams up with Little Free Libraries to distribute free books in all 50 states. A Kickstarter for a Cult of the Lamb from Oni Press has blasted past its goal. Deadpool is getting his own role-playing game. All on Comic Book Club News for March 13, 2024.SUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, ANDROID, SPOTIFY, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

MDJ Script/ Top Stories for Jan 12th            Publish Date:  Jan 11th    Commercial: Henssler :15   From the Henssler Financial Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.    Today is Friday, January 12th and Happy heavenly Birthday to boxer Joe Frazier. *** 01.12.24 – BIRTHDAY – JOE FRAZIER*** I'm Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Engineered Solutions of Georgia. 12-year-old Hospitalized After Being Struck on Sewell Mill Road Pope High Student One of Two Killed in Crash Marietta Teachers to Receive Bonuses Friday   All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!    BREAK: ESOG   STORY 1: 12-year-old Hospitalized After Being Struck on Sewell Mill Road A 12-year-old Marietta boy is in serious condition after being hit by a car while crossing Sewell Mill Road. Maria Murray, 61, was driving a 2017 Mazda CX-5 when the boy, outside a marked crosswalk, entered the road. The incident occurred around 4:20 p.m. Emergency services transported the injured boy to Scottish Rite Children's Hospital of Atlanta. The driver stopped after the collision. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact Cobb County Police at 770-499-3987. STORY 2: Pope High Student One of Two Killed in Crash Two teens, including a Pope High School junior, died in a single-vehicle crash on Towne Lake Parkway in Woodstock. The Cherokee Sheriff's Office reported that a Mazda 6, carrying five occupants, left the road and hit a tree. Gabriel Escandon, 17, from Marietta, and Esteban Cortez-Rendon, 18, from Woodstock, died in the crash. Three others were injured, with one in serious condition. Speed is considered a contributing factor. The Cobb County School District expressed condolences, providing additional counselors for support. The Cherokee Sheriff's Office stated that the investigation into the tragic accident is ongoing. STORY 3: Marietta Teachers to Receive Bonuses Friday All eligible staff in the Marietta school district will receive bonuses this Friday, as approved by a unanimous 7-0 vote during a school board meeting. The bonuses are an extension of Gov. Brian Kemp's teacher retention bonuses, with the state covering most of the costs. The district is contributing over $400,000 to ensure bonuses for most staff. Full-time employees will receive a $1,000 bonus, while part-time staff will get an extra $500. The bonuses, a token of gratitude for staff dedication, will not apply to contracted or temporary workers. The Cobb school board also approved a similar bonus extension on Jan. 3.     We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info.    We'll be right back    Break:  CU of GA – GCPS   STORY 4: 'They Keep Us Safe Too': New Cobb Police K-9 Kennel Honors JoAnn Birrell At the Cobb Board of Commissioners meeting, Commissioner JoAnn Birrell received a surprise as a new Cobb County Police K-9 kennel was named the JoAnn K. Birrell Police K-9 Annex. Funded by $130,000 from Birrell's contingency fund, the state-of-the-art facility will house up to eight of the department's 11 dogs and features climate control and a dog-washing station. Birrell, a dedicated supporter of the K-9 unit, also used $15,500 for a new K-9 named Chief. The kennel's dedication recognizes Birrell's two-decade commitment to fundraising for the Cobb Police K-9 unit and her ongoing support for these vital law enforcement partners. STORY 5: Three Cobb Schools Identified as Underperforming by State Three Cobb County School District schools were identified as needing additional support by Georgia's Department of Education. City View Elementary in Mableton is in the bottom 5% statewide, Cobb Horizon High School has a graduation rate at or below 67%, and Brumby Elementary in Marietta has at least one consistently underperforming student group. The list is mandated by federal law under the Every Student Succeeds Act, categorizing schools as Comprehensive Support and Improvement, Targeted Support and Improvement, or Additional Targeted Support and Improvement. The goal is improvement collaboration, not stigmatization, and the district is committed to enhancing education for these students.   We'll be back in a moment    Break: DRAKE – INGLES 5   STORY 6: Fire Damages Marietta Restaurant A fire broke out at a Cook Out restaurant on Austell Road in Marietta, with no reported injuries. The cause is believed to be electrical, as per Chris Smith, spokesman for Cobb Fire and Emergency Services. The restaurant suffered minor damage, and cleanup and repairs are expected to take a few days. Upon arrival, small flames were observed on the building's roof, prompting the evacuation of the restaurant. Two fire engines responded to the incident. STORY 7: Little Free Library in Marietta The Cobb Collaborative organized a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new Little Free Library (LFL) at North River Church of Christ in Marietta. The event was attended by Executive Director Irene Barton, Marietta City Ward 1 Councilwoman Cheryl Richardson, and leaders from various organizations. Little Free Library, a nonprofit, aims to provide books to communities globally. The LFL operates on a "Take One, Leave One" principle, promoting free 24/7 book accessibility. Cobb Collaborative, a community partner, continues its mission of establishing LFLs in Cobb County. North River Church will steward the Park Street LFL, contributing to literacy initiatives in Marietta. 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This week, Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz discuss the good U.S. economy and Americans' bad feelings about it; the Supreme Court case of SEC v. Jarkesy and its threat to the system of U.S. government; and white evangelicals and Christian nationalists with The Atlantic's Tim Alberta. Send us your Conundrums: submit them at slate.com/conundrum. And join us in-person or online with our special guest – The Late Show's Steven Colbert – for Gabfest Live: The Conundrums Edition! December 7 at The 92nd Street Y, New York City. Tickets on sale now!   Here are some notes and references from this week's show: Sam Sutton for Politico: Why a ‘soft landing' may not solve Biden's polling problem Lydia DePillis for The New York Times: Even Most Biden Voters Don't See a Thriving Economy; Paul Krugman: Bidenomics and the Guys in the Bar; Jim Tankersley: ‘Morning in America' Eludes Biden, Despite Economic Gains; and Bryce Covert: Don't Let Inflation Bury the Memory of a Government Triumph Dylan Matthews for Vox: Why the news is so negative – and what we can do about it  David Winston for Roll Call: Why Voters Are Still Wary 10 Years After the Economic Collapse  Robert Barnes for The Washington Post: Supreme Court conservatives seem dubious about SEC's in-house tribunals Ronald Mann for SCOTUSblog: Supreme Court to consider multi-pronged constitutional attack on SEC Noah Rosenblum for The Atlantic: The Case That Could Destroy the Government Ian Millhiser for Vox: A Supreme Court case about stocks could help make Trump's authoritarian dreams reality Public Citizens: The Attack on Big Government and the Remaking of American Liberalism by Paul Sabin  Tim Alberta for The Atlantic: My Father, My Faith, and Donald Trump and How Politics Poisoned The Evangelical Church The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory: American Evangelicals in an Age of Extremism by Tim Alberta Thomas B. Edsall for The New York Times: ‘The Embodiment of White Christian Nationalism in a Tailored Suit' PRRI and Brookings: A Christian Nation? Understanding the Threat of Christian Nationalism to American Democracy and Culture   Here are this week's chatters: Emily: Brian Murphy for The Washington Post: Larry Fink, photographer who explored class divides, dies at 82 and Emily Bazelon and Larry Fink for The New York Times Magazine: Shadow of a Doubt John: The New Yorker: “Bob and Don: A Love Story” a short documentary by Judd Apatow; CBS News Sunday Morning; and Oath and Honor: A Memoir and a Warning by Liz Cheney David: Matt Phillips for The New York Times: Shane MacGowan, Songwriter Who Fused Punk and Irish Rebellion, Is Dead at 65 and peyoteshaman on YouTube: Pogues 930 club mid 1980's Listener chatter from Nicola in Dublin, Ireland: Irish Archaeology: Pangur Bán and Tread Softy: Classic Irish Poems for Children edited by Nicola Reddy   For this week's Slate Plus bonus segment, David, John, and Emily talk about the book lover's dilemma: borrow or buy. See also A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin; Little Free Library; Adam Sockel for Perspectives on Reading: Library users are book buyers; and Pew Research Center: Libraries, patrons, and e-books. In the latest Gabfest Reads, Emily talks with James Sturm about Watership Down: The Graphic Novel. See also James Sturm and Joe Sutphin in The New York Times: In Times of Danger, There's Strength in Numbers. Email your chatters, questions, and comments to gabfest@slate.com. (Messages may be referenced by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.)   Podcast production by Cheyna Roth  Research by Julie Huygen   Hosts Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz discuss the good U.S. economy and Americans' bad feelings about it; the Supreme Court case of SEC v. Jarkesy and its threat to the system of U.S. government; and white evangelicals and Christian nationalists with The Atlantic's Tim Alberta. Send us your Conundrums: submit them at slate.com/conundrum. And join us in-person or online with our special guest – The Late Show's Steven Colbert – for Gabfest Live: The Conundrums Edition! December 7 at The 92nd Street Y, New York City. Tickets on sale now!   Here are some notes and references from this week's show: Sam Sutton for Politico: Why a ‘soft landing' may not solve Biden's polling problem Lydia DePillis for The New York Times: Even Most Biden Voters Don't See a Thriving Economy; Paul Krugman: Bidenomics and the Guys in the Bar; Jim Tankersley: ‘Morning in America' Eludes Biden, Despite Economic Gains; and Bryce Covert: Don't Let Inflation Bury the Memory of a Government Triumph Dylan Matthews for Vox: Why the news is so negative – and what we can do about it  David Winston for Roll Call: Why Voters Are Still Wary 10 Years After the Economic Collapse  Robert Barnes for The Washington Post: Supreme Court conservatives seem dubious about SEC's in-house tribunals Ronald Mann for SCOTUSblog: Supreme Court to consider multi-pronged constitutional attack on SEC Noah Rosenblum for The Atlantic: The Case That Could Destroy the Government Ian Millhiser for Vox: A Supreme Court case about stocks could help make Trump's authoritarian dreams reality Public Citizens: The Attack on Big Government and the Remaking of American Liberalism by Paul Sabin  Tim Alberta for The Atlantic: My Father, My Faith, and Donald Trump and How Politics Poisoned The Evangelical Church The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory: American Evangelicals in an Age of Extremism by Tim Alberta Thomas B. Edsall for The New York Times: ‘The Embodiment of White Christian Nationalism in a Tailored Suit' PRRI and Brookings: A Christian Nation? Understanding the Threat of Christian Nationalism to American Democracy and Culture   Here are this week's chatters: Emily: Brian Murphy for The Washington Post: Larry Fink, photographer who explored class divides, dies at 82 and Emily Bazelon and Larry Fink for The New York Times Magazine: Shadow of a Doubt John: The New Yorker: “Bob and Don: A Love Story” a short documentary by Judd Apatow; CBS News Sunday Morning; and Oath and Honor: A Memoir and a Warning by Liz Cheney David: Matt Phillips for The New York Times: Shane MacGowan, Songwriter Who Fused Punk and Irish Rebellion, Is Dead at 65 and peyoteshaman on YouTube: Pogues 930 club mid 1980's Listener chatter from Nicola in Dublin, Ireland: Irish Archaeology: Pangur Bán and Tread Softy: Classic Irish Poems for Children edited by Nicola Reddy   For this week's Slate Plus bonus segment, David, John, and Emily talk about the book lover's dilemma: borrow or buy. See also A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin; Little Free Library; Adam Sockel for Perspectives on Reading: Library users are book buyers; and Pew Research Center: Libraries, patrons, and e-books. In the latest Gabfest Reads, Emily talks with James Sturm about Watership Down: The Graphic Novel. See also James Sturm and Joe Sutphin in The New York Times: In Times of Danger, There's Strength in Numbers. Email your chatters, questions, and comments to gabfest@slate.com. (Messages may be referenced by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.)   Podcast production by Cheyna Roth  Research by Julie Huygen   Hosts Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz discuss the good U.S. economy and Americans' bad feelings about it; the Supreme Court case of SEC v. Jarkesy and its threat to the system of U.S. government; and white evangelicals and Christian nationalists with The Atlantic's Tim Alberta. Send us your Conundrums: submit them at slate.com/conundrum. And join us in-person or online with our special guest – The Late Show's Steven Colbert – for Gabfest Live: The Conundrums Edition! December 7 at The 92nd Street Y, New York City. Tickets on sale now!   Here are some notes and references from this week's show: Sam Sutton for Politico: Why a ‘soft landing' may not solve Biden's polling problem Lydia DePillis for The New York Times: Even Most Biden Voters Don't See a Thriving Economy; Paul Krugman: Bidenomics and the Guys in the Bar; Jim Tankersley: ‘Morning in America' Eludes Biden, Despite Economic Gains; and Bryce Covert: Don't Let Inflation Bury the Memory of a Government Triumph Dylan Matthews for Vox: Why the news is so negative – and what we can do about it  David Winston for Roll Call: Why Voters Are Still Wary 10 Years After the Economic Collapse  Robert Barnes for The Washington Post: Supreme Court conservatives seem dubious about SEC's in-house tribunals Ronald Mann for SCOTUSblog: Supreme Court to consider multi-pronged constitutional attack on SEC Noah Rosenblum for The Atlantic: The Case That Could Destroy the Government Ian Millhiser for Vox: A Supreme Court case about stocks could help make Trump's authoritarian dreams reality Public Citizens: The Attack on Big Government and the Remaking of American Liberalism by Paul Sabin  Tim Alberta for The Atlantic: My Father, My Faith, and Donald Trump and How Politics Poisoned The Evangelical Church The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory: American Evangelicals in an Age of Extremism by Tim Alberta Thomas B. Edsall for The New York Times: ‘The Embodiment of White Christian Nationalism in a Tailored Suit' PRRI and Brookings: A Christian Nation? Understanding the Threat of Christian Nationalism to American Democracy and Culture   Here are this week's chatters: Emily: Brian Murphy for The Washington Post: Larry Fink, photographer who explored class divides, dies at 82 and Emily Bazelon and Larry Fink for The New York Times Magazine: Shadow of a Doubt John: The New Yorker: “Bob and Don: A Love Story” a short documentary by Judd Apatow; CBS News Sunday Morning; and Oath and Honor: A Memoir and a Warning by Liz Cheney David: Matt Phillips for The New York Times: Shane MacGowan, Songwriter Who Fused Punk and Irish Rebellion, Is Dead at 65 and peyoteshaman on YouTube: Pogues 930 club mid 1980's Listener chatter from Nicola in Dublin, Ireland: Irish Archaeology: Pangur Bán and Tread Softy: Classic Irish Poems for Children edited by Nicola Reddy   For this week's Slate Plus bonus segment, David, John, and Emily talk about the book lover's dilemma: borrow or buy. See also A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin; Little Free Library; Adam Sockel for Perspectives on Reading: Library users are book buyers; and Pew Research Center: Libraries, patrons, and e-books. In the latest Gabfest Reads, Emily talks with James Sturm about Watership Down: The Graphic Novel. See also James Sturm and Joe Sutphin in The New York Times: In Times of Danger, There's Strength in Numbers. Email your chatters, questions, and comments to gabfest@slate.com. (Messages may be referenced by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.)   Podcast production by Cheyna Roth  Research by Julie Huygen   Hosts Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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