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The Trainer's WifeThe Trainer's Wife ~ Beth Steffen ~ Episode, 19In this episode, I sit down with Beth Steffen, wife of Shane Steffen—2021 NRCHA World’s Greatest Horseman and one of the association’s newest Million Dollar Riders. Beth and Shane make their home in Prineville, Oregon, where they’re building their new facility and raising their family, while cultivating a thriving equine business rooted in faith and purpose.As the Steffens continue to grow their program, they remain deeply committed to shaping the future of the reined cow horse industry. In 2025, Beth played a pivotal role in bringing together Reined Cow Horse and the Fellowship of Christian Athl...
2025-11-161h 42
Tous mélomanesNouveautés du disque, avec Elisabeth Faramin2 CDs réunissent des oeuvres de compositeurs différents, d'époques différentes, sous un même titre ou thème "24 préludes" et " sept paroles".Références musicales : Frédéric CHOPIN.Préludes op.28 : n°5 en ré majeur et n° 6 en si mineur.Mao Fujita, piano.Album « 72 Préludes ».Sony (2024).Alexandre SCRIABINE.Préludes op.11 n°3 en sol majeur et n°4 en mi mineur.Mao Fujita, piano.Album ’72 Préludes ».Sony (2024).Akio YASHIRO.Préludes n°3 en sol majeur et n°4 en mi mineur.Mao Fu...
2024-10-1058 min
ROE 17 PODMaking Reading FUN with Beth Steffens & Emilie YoungIn this episode, we chat with Beth Steffens and Emilie Young, teachers at Chester-East Lincoln School. To kick off the school year they offered "Speed Date with a Book" as an activity to get their 7th and 8th graders excited about reading. We talk about this event and other ways they keep reading, such as fun and engaging, to develop lifelong readers.
2024-10-0116 minROE 17 PODMaking Reading FUN with Beth Steffens & Emilie YoungIn this episode, we chat with Beth Steffens and Emilie Young, teachers at Chester-East Lincoln School. To kick off the school year they offered "Speed Date with a Book" as an activity to get their 7th and 8th graders excited about reading. We talk about this event and other ways they keep reading, such as fun and engaging, to develop lifelong readers.
2024-09-1916 min
The Biblio FilesThe Lies That BindSince we were young, my cousin Kaitlyn and I have always bonded over books (and the St. Louis Blues of course). And there's been one author who has captured our hearts time and time again and who is usually at the forefront of our literary conversations: Emily Giffin. So when Giffin's latest book, "The Lies That Bind" was released earlier this year, I knew Kaitlyn would have to join me on "The Biblio Files" to break it down.
In this latest episode, she and I chat about Giffin's amazing and relatable characters; how she brought 9/11 into her f...
2020-09-2134 minThe Biblio FilesAn Interview with John VercherIn the first author interview on "The Biblio Files," I had the pleasure of chatting with John Vercher. His debut novel, "Three-Fifths," was published in 2019, and it's received strong praise and numerous nominations. During our conversation, we touched on current social issues, racism in America, and the unfortunate circumstances that make his novel "timeless." We also discussed his complex characters and how they led to the book's tragic ending.
2020-09-0324 minThe Biblio FilesNormal People: The TV ShowI had some pretty strong opinions about the very popular novel "Normal People." So how did I feel about its TV show? Layne Coffman joins me again in this episode of "The Biblio Files," and we've brought in her husband, Nick, to provide more fierce opinions about "Normal People." This time, though, we talk about the now-Emmy-nominated TV show. Tune in as we compare both forms of media, discuss the show's thirstiness, and opine on a second season.
2020-08-2121 minThe Biblio FilesNormal PeopleYou've probably heard of the hit novel "Normal People" by Sally Rooney. It's been on all of the lists, both critics' and literary fans', and an eponymous Hulu miniseries debuted this spring, which has also been critically acclaimed. On this episode of "The Biblio Files," I dive into the praise this book has received with my guest and close friend, Layne Coffman, who actually sent me this book at the beginning of quarantine. We cover everything from the light "Normal People" sheds on mental health to even the lack of both characterization and awkwardness in the main characters' first...
2020-08-0425 minThe Biblio FilesCity of GirlsIf you're looking for a book to show you a real good time, then check out "City of Girls" by Elizabeth Gilbert. When I read it earlier this year, I couldn't stop laughing or smiling. I talk about these feelings and so much more in this episode of "The Biblio Files" with my friend and coworker Sakshi -- the person who influenced me to read this novel. Listen in as we discuss how literary opinions can change over time, the possibility of being both a good person and an interesting person, and our love and obsession with New York City.
2020-07-1637 minThe Biblio FilesThe Shadow of the WindBarcelona, love, mystery, history, family, book culture, and loyalty. Don't those all sound fascinating? That must have been what Carlos Ruiz Zafón was thinking when he combined all of those themes in his book "The Shadow of the Wind," which was published at the turn of the century. This five-flame novel was recommended to me by friend Sabrina, and she came back to "The Biblio Files" to discuss its killer suspense and narrative and the intense wanderlust this book gave us. We also may or may not go on a tangent about European churches, which we could spend a...
2020-05-2728 minThe Biblio FilesThe Beautiful World of LibrariesJust like the books they house, libraries change lives. It's just a fact. Yes, they completely open our eyes to new worlds and new perspectives through the written word, but they also provide countless resources for everyone who visits them. In the latest episode of "The Biblio Files," I sit down with my dear friend Sabrina and her friend Meghann (who I can't wait to meet) to profess our love for libraries and discuss how they've changed our lives. Meghann also tells us about the cool work she's doing in Kansas City with the Mesner Puppet Theatre and The...
2020-05-1423 minThe Biblio FilesLittle Fires Everywhere: Series FinaleSadly, we've reached the end of "Little Fires Everywhere," but that also means you have another episode of "The Biblio Files" to dive into. In the third installment of this series, Dana, Hilary, and I dissect the ending that everyone is talking about, the challenge to "well-intentioned white women," being a product of our environments and time period, and that snarl from Reese. Check it out now.
2020-05-0228 minThe Biblio FilesLittle Fires Everywhere: Episodes 4-7To quote one of my guests, "These aren't little fires anymore." In this episode of The Biblio Files, Dana, Hilary, and I once again dive into all things savage, fraught, tangled, and intense from episodes 4-7 of the hot TV series, "Little Fires Everywhere." Tune in as we discuss how the show has diverged from the book and what we anticipate for episode 8, the series finale.
2020-04-2231 minThe Biblio FilesThe Overstory"The Overstory" by Richard Powers is a sweeping novel filled with long, beautiful passages about trees and the environment and superb writing techniques, such as repetition, imagery, and metaphor. It also says something profound about our connections to each other and to the land and how doing less can actually have a greater impact. Sounds quite relevant during the current pandemic, doesn't it? Yeah, there's a lot to say. Listen to this episode of The Biblio Files as I unpack "The Overstory" with my friend Collier who even marks this book as one of his all-time favorites.
2020-04-0826 minThe Biblio FilesLittle Fires Everywhere: Episodes 1-3It's gettin' lit! In this episode of The Biblio Files, I sit down with two good friends, Dana and Hilary, to discuss the hot new TV show "Little Fires Everywhere." As big fans of the book, we opine on how the show and its themes vary from the literary version and our expectations for the upcoming episodes.
2020-03-2628 minThe Biblio FilesFriday Night LightsI'm a sucker for a good sports story; so is my dad even though he rarely reads. In this episode, we dive into a true classic: "Friday Night Lights." We discuss the validity of calling the book a social commentary and how it compares to the movie along with the unhealthy obsession parents can have with their kids' athletic endeavors.
2020-03-2417 min
The Biblio FilesThe Glass CastleMy mom, Mary, doesn't read that often, so I was incredibly honored when she picked up "The Glass Castle" just for The Biblio Files. I had the best time discussing this five-flame memoir with the woman who raised me. Listen as we discuss everything from sibling support to addiction and from unconventional households to the experiences that shape our opinions.
2020-03-1138 min
The Biblio FilesBehold the DreamersFor the inaugural episode of The Biblio Files, I sit down with my podcast partner, my book twin, and one of my best friends, Dana, to discuss "Behold the Dreamers" by Imbolo Mbue. This novel covers a lot of topics, including the American dream, immigration, xenophobia, money, and relationships, and we talk about it all.
2020-02-1820 min