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The Library ProsEpisode 115 Megan Lotts – Playful Learning Want to laugh and learn at the same time? Then this is the episode for you. Megan Lotts, an Art Librarian at Rutgers talks and laughs about so many great things she is doing. She is a Maker, Author, Artist, Librarian and INNOVATOR!! We talk about the “spark”, the concept of “play”, unleashing the concept of play with colleagues and yes, Chris’ favorite concept of “Failing Forward”. You will love her story regarding adults getting along better after playing together! Chris also talks about how to keep the grind of the day and those who are not creative from brining you do...2025-04-051h 26

The Library ProsEpisode 113 Jessica Bomarito from Gale In this installment of the podcast, Chris speaks with Jessica Bomarito, Senior Product Manager at Gale part of the Cengage Group. This episode explores a brief overview of what Gale offers the profession including the Gale Literature Resource Center. Chris talks about the evolution of digital literacy information from CD-ROMS to the current mode of access to Gale’s products and Jessica explores how publishing has become more diverse including black, brown and LGBTQ+IA authors being added to the works Gale publishes. In this installment of the podcast, Chris speaks with Jessica Bomarito, Senior Product Manager at...2025-02-2840 min

The Library ProsEpisode 111 – Dr. Betsy Cauble Social Workers in Libraries In this installment of the podcast, Chris sits down with Dr. Betsy Cauble, retired Social Worker and professor at Kansas State University. Chris and Betsy discuss the social work profession, training for social workers specifically working in libraries, assisting homeless that frequent our facilities, a “day in the life” of a social worker and the efficacy of having social work students interning at libraries. 2024-10-1450 min

The Library ProsEpisode 110 – Trina Leigh Walker and Zindzi Cresswell – Library Strategic Planning In this installment of the TLP, Chris has a chat with Trina Leigh Walker and Zindzi Cresswell covering library consultancy. Thanks to Matt Finch for connecting us all. It starts with the proper way to pronounce “Carnegie” (yes, Chris gets it wrong), working in the information world, and how important a strategic plan is. Continuing with the idea of that strategic plan, how does any project that the library undertakes fit with that plan. Trina and Zindzi also talk about how important it is for consultants to speak to include the staff, the board, administration and, yes, even the publ...2024-09-071h 20

The Library ProsNYLA Conference 2022 Chris journeyed to Saratoga Springs New York for the annual New York Library Association Conference and Trade Show! This year Chris spoke to old friends Jill Hurst Wahl, Cameron Tidd and Melissa Tidd from Goshen Libraryhttps://www.floridapubliclibrary.org and Barron Angell from the Florida Public Library. Jill spoke about the conference, what it is like to be the Board President of the Onondaga County Library, sharing info about her hometown of Syracuse New York and re-inventing ethnic library services. Melissa, Cameron and Barron joined the podcast catching up on the happenings at their libraries, Cameron’s ne...2023-03-2554 min

The Library ProsLong Island Library Resource Council’s Conference 2022 – Leadership The fellas were asked to podcast a the Long Island Library Resource Council’s 31st annual Conference on Libraries and the Future. There were many great speakers and the podcast had an opportunity to speak with Dr. James Neal who spoke to Chris about the nature of leadership and how it is defined along with the concept “you can’t count the apple from its seeds”, whether leadership is a science or art, how important the informal leadership is to the formal organizational chart and even delves into good chaos within an organization because it will develop innovation. @jamesnea...2023-01-2849 min

The Library ProsEpisode 97 – Philip Shackelford – Modern Scholar PodcastThis episode pairs Chris and Bob up with Philip Shakelford, Director of the South Arkansas Community College Library Philip is also the host of the Modern Scholar Podcast speaking to library and history professionals all over “Libraryland” about cool and interesting topics. Philip has a speciality in military history and has a particular interest in the United States Air Force Security Services. Chris and Bob asked Philip about the “SPARK” that lit the idea to create a podcast and his process along with folding in library related topics with a historical spin. There is a geek out session talking audio ha...2022-09-1043 min

The Library ProsEpisode 97 – Philip Shackelford – Modern Scholar Podcast This episode pairs Chris and Bob up with Philip Shakelford, Director of the South Arkansas Community College Library Philip is also the host of the Modern Scholar Podcast speaking to library and history professionals all over “Libraryland” about cool and interesting topics. Philip has a speciality in military history and has a particular interest in the United States Air Force Security Services. Chris and Bob asked Philip about the “SPARK” that lit the idea to create a podcast and his process along with folding in library related topics with a historical spin. There is a geek out session talking audio ha...2022-09-1043 min

The Library ProsEpisode 90 – Crossover Episode with Syosset Library’s Turn the Page Podcast This episode is dedicated to Chris Crosby, the artist, musician and performer of “Just Cool”, the intro and outro of the Turn the Page Podcast. Chris lost his life in early September of 2021, and he will be fondly remembered by the library community. Joining Chris and Bob are Jessikah Chautin, Stacey Hershkowitz and Evelyn Mencher from the Turn the Page Podcast from the Syosset Public Library in Syosset, New York. This crossover episode is a great discussion on podcasting for libraries, from pitching it to your administration, to show development, hardware, software and great stories about landing gues...2021-10-211h 26

The Library ProsEpisode 85 – Dr. Eric Cole & Simple Cyber Security Dr. Eric Cole, founder of Secure Anchor joins the podcast to talk about simple things libraries, library employees and patrons can do to better secure their online presence. Dr. Cole talks about 2 factor authentication, password strategies and most importantly, poking fun at Chris (Dr. Cole and Chris are old friends). Dr. Eric Cole is the author of 8 books on cyber security. He is internationally recognized as a leader in online security and has worked at numerous organizations including McAfee and even the Central Intelligence Agency. 2021-04-2437 min

The Library ProsEpisode 84 – Kate Chambers Distributing Books in Zimbabwe with WhatsApp Chris and Bob were fortunate enough to speak with Kate Chambers, a journalist and book lover who helps to receive and distribute books throughout the nation of Zimbabwe in November of 2020. Kate talks about growing up in the UK, how her career as a journalist took her to Africa, where she now lives. As a journalist she initially wrote many articles on book donations the book network in and has been an organizer, gatherer and distributor of books through the country. The movement is truly grass roots and she shares not only distribution information via WhatsApp but also information...2021-03-201h 01

The Library ProsSpecial Episode: Long Island Library Resources Council Conference 2020 Chris and Bob were asked back to the Long Island Library Resources Council’s conference on Libraries and the Future (this year held virtually). This is the 4th year the podcast was asked to podcast from the event, and the guest speakers this year were amazing. First we spoke to Nancy Kranich, Special Projects Research Librarian at Rutger’s University. She spoke with the boys about libraries listening instead of constantly promoting when out in the community and how the profession needs to actively recruit more people of color into our ranks. Next was V. Elai...2020-11-131h 27

The Library ProsEpisode 80 – Martin Brathen & Elise Conradi Biblioteksentralen Norway This is a first for the podcast, our first interview with library professionals from a non-english speaking nation. Today we virtually journey to Norway and speak to Martin Kristoffer Brathen and Elise Conradi from Biblioteksentralin (Bibsent) a unique collaborative organization that provides library services to the libraries of Norway. Chris speaks to the pair about Bibsent and what they do there with Martin being the “front end” and Elise being the “back end”. There are so many great discussions about what library service is, how libraries are adapting to COVID-19 struggles with providing digital services and so much more!! There is...2020-10-041h 19

The Library ProsEpisode 79 James Nicholson Academia, Philosophy and ALIA Chris and Bob were joined via Zoom by James Nicholson who is the Program and Engagement Leader at Moreton Bay Region Libraries, Queensland, Australia. He is also the State Manager for the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA). James sat and chatted with the guys about transitioning from an academic library setting to a public library, skill mapping, a day in the life of being an ALIA State Manager, utilizing his degree in philosophy to advance the cause of libraries and what it is like to transplant your life from the UK to the other side of the planet...2020-09-121h 01

The Library ProsEpisode 78 – Sari Feldman Opening Libraries After the Pandemic Sari Feldman, former President of the Public Library Association (2009-2010), American Library Association President (2015-2016), frequent writer and contributor to Publisher’s Weekly and Executive Director of the Cuyahoga County Public Library in Ohio joined Chris and Bob via Zoom to discuss her article in Publisher’s Weekly entitled Public Libraries After the Pandemic. We talk about the challenges facing library service while staff is working from home, the lack of broadband service in both rural and urban communities, establishing meaningful relationships with patrons that will draw the faithful back to our buildings and the challenges of technology for the...2020-08-2549 min

The Library ProsSPECIAL EPISODE: COVID III How We Reopen after the Pandemic Chris sat down with our previous panel to talk about how we open after libraries after the COVID-19 pandemic (assuming we are finding light at the end of the tunnel. Today joining us is Carol Ann Tack, Head of Readers Advisory at the Merrick Library in Merrick NY James Hutter, Technology Librarian, Technology Librarian, Head of Computer Services Agency Port Washington Public Library, Port Washington NY, Scott p Jarzombeck, Executive Director at the Albany Public Library, Albany NY, Jessikah Chautin, Community Engagement Specialist, Syosset Public Library, Syosset NY, Mike Buono, Head of Reference Services, Brentwood Public Library, Brentwood NY...2020-06-1700 min

The Library ProsEpisode 77 Maria Dismondy – Cardinal Rule Press The podcast is working from home and Chris was able to speak with Maria Dismondy, children’s book author and founder of Cardinal Rule Press. Maria started her career as a teacher, and started writing children’s picture books that focus on a child’s self esteem, something she was not seeing in picture books. This concept became a passion and she turned that passion into a publishing house. Learn how Maria started, her philosophies on not just publishing but also on marketing and the use of social media, because much of what she does with Cardinal Rule Press transl...2020-06-0543 min

The Library ProsSPECIAL EPISODE Scott Jarzombek – Executive Director Albany Public Library – How Libraries Open During COVID-19 Chris and Bob are working remotely during the COVID-19 Pandemic and were fortunate enough to speak to Scott Jarzombek, Executive Director of the Albany Public Library about his plan to re-open his large multi-branch library as the Corona Virus statistics continue to decline. Scott penned an article in the NYLA Voice about reopening. He also has shared his plans for the phases or re-opening on Albany Public Library’s website. If you are in the process of re-opening, have reopened or are still talking about it, the Albany plan is a detailed framework for how libraries can approach re-opening th...2020-05-221h 20

The Library ProsEpisode 76 – The Longwood Public Library Equipment & Gadgets Lending Chris and Bob visited the place where Chris got his start in Libraryland, The Longwood Public Library in Middle Island, New York. The boys spoke with Assistant Director Ann Hofbauer, Digital Literacy Coordinator Alison Mirabella, Children’s STEAM Specialist, Danielle Bliss and Head of Technical Services, Roseann Mammina. They have a very deep and diverse lending library called “Equipment and Gadgets”. They talk about the selection of items for the collection, the processing of these non traditional items, the flow of circulating them, policy and “The Hair Story”. So join the guys and learn about this amazing collection. As a side not...2020-05-1552 min

The Library ProsSPECIAL EPISODE – Corona II If you listened to our first SPECIAL EPISODE, you heard librarians reacting to the effects of the global Pandemic of Novel Corona (Covid-19) on the library world. We circle back to what has happened, what we have learned, what we are still attempting to figure out and how we get our libraries back on their feet. We even brainstorm using outdoor libraries! So join Chris and Bob, along with Nick Tanzi from South Huntington Library, James Hutter from Port Washington Library, Jessikah Chautin from Syosset Library, Carol Ann Tack from Merrick Library, Mike Buono from Brentwood (NY) Library, Chris...2020-04-0200 min

The Library ProsEpisode 71, NYLA 2019 Part 3 – Sally Stieglitz and Tim Spindler of LILRC & Jill Hurst Wahl from Syracuse University In this 3rd and final installment of episode 71, Chris sat down with “Awesome Sally” Sally Stieglitz and Tim Spindler from the Long Island Library Resources Council and Jill Hurst Wahl of Syracuse University and the podcast T is for Training. We talk about NYLA, the conference, what LILRC does and all kinds of issues facing Libraryland. Jill also brings up an interesting discussion based upon our episodes with Librarians of Color 2020-02-021h 17

The Library ProsEpisode 71, NYLA 2019 Part 3 – Sally Stieglitz and Tim Spindler of LILRC & Jill Hurst Wahl from Syracuse UniversityIn this 3rd and final installment of episode 71, Chris sat down with “Awesome Sally” Sally Stieglitz and Tim Spindler from the Long Island Library Resources Council and Jill Hurst Wahl of Syracuse University and the podcast T is for Training. We talk about NYLA, the conference, what LILRC does and all kinds of issues […]2020-02-021h 17

The Library ProsEpisode 71 NYLA 2019, Part 2 – Dr. David Jank, Dean of Long Island University Post Campus Palmer School of Library and Information Science In Part 2 of this episode, an old friend of Chris’, Dr. David Jank, Dean of the Palmer School of Library and Information Science chat about a number of things, including the state of library science brick and mortar schools vs online learning, the profession and our journey in Libraryland. 2020-02-0249 min

The Library ProsEpisode 71 NYLA 2019, Part 2 – Dr. David Jank, Dean of Long Island University Post Campus Palmer School of Library and Information ScienceIn Part 2 of this episode, an old friend of Chris’, Dr. David Jank, Dean of the Palmer School of Library and Information Science chat about a number of things, including the state of library science brick and mortar schools vs online learning, the profession and our journey in Libraryland.2020-02-0249 min

The Library ProsEpisode 70 LILRC Annual Conference Part 3 Christopher Jelley from North Merrick Public Library Chris and Bob returned to the Long Island Library Resources Council’s Conference on Libraries and the Future. This year we had some great guests and because there was so much to talk about, we are splitting this episode into 3 parts. In this third portion of the episode, we sit with Chris Jelley, the Information Technology Coordinator at the North Merrick Library, here on Long Island. Chris talked to the guys about so many topics that would make any technophile excited. A large part of the discussion centers around utilizing Raspberry Pi’s as OPAC’s and for ot...2019-11-3045 min

The Library ProsEpisode 70 LILRC Annual Conference Part 2 Lee Rainie from Pew Research Chris and Bob returned to the Long Island Library Resources Council’s Conference on Libraries and the Future. This year we had some great guests and because there was so much to talk about, we are splitting this episode into 3 parts. Part 2 features Lee Rainie, the Director of Internet and Technology at Pew Research. If you live in Libraryland, then you know how important Pew’s statistical analysis is to the future of libraries. Lee Rainie, a proud Long Island native, took some time to talk about what libraries are doing well and what the future holds for...2019-11-3000 min

The Library ProsEpisode 70 LILRC Conference 2019 Part 1 Dean James Vorbach & Edward Tenner Chris and Bob returned to the Long Island Library Resources Council’s Conference on Libraries and the Future. This year we had some great guests and because there was so much to talk about, we are splitting this episode into 3 parts. Part 1 was an interesting conversation with James Vorbach, Dean of the Library and Information Science program at St. John’s University. We spoke about cultivating new librarians, their management training symposium and why library schools place such an emphasis on archiving. We also spoke with Edward Tenner, who works at the Smithsonian and Rutgers Univ...2019-11-3000 min

The Library ProsEpisode 62 Librarians of Color Part 1 This is a very special episode of the podcast. Chris traveled to the Roosevelt Public Library to speak to a panel of library professionals about their passion and what it is like today to be a librarian of color on Long Island. We spoke to Dr. Lambert Shell, the Director of the Roosevelt Public Library, Stacey Smith-Brown, Assistant Director of the Roosevelt Free Library, Kaysha Watson-Phillips, who at the time of this recording was a Youth Services Librarian and Supervisor of Circulation at the Freeport Library but has now transitioned to Assistant Director at the Baldwin Public Library, Carol...2019-05-2240 min

The Library ProsEpisode 60 The Uniondale Public Library Chris and Bob take the show on the road and visit with the awesome librarians at the Uniondale Public Library in Uniondale, New York. We spoke with Syntychia Kendrick-Samuel & Amanda Borgia from the Teen Department, Michelle Minervini, Deborah Kinirons & James Grzybowski from Children’s, Valerie French & Robert Weissfrom the Adult Department. We covered a lot of ground. Uniondale is doing a lot of great things. Syntychia and Amanda talk about the re-branding of Youth Services into a Young Adult Department and the resulting outreach partnerships with the schools. Teen also has a great Teen Talk blog and a YouTube ch...2019-04-011h 19

The Library ProsEpisode 58 Leah Hamilton STEAM @The Phelps Library Joining Chris and Bob via Google Hangouts, Leah Hamilton, Executive Director of the Phelps Library which is located in the Finger Lakes Region of New York. Leah is a leader in maker tech and STEAM in the state and we were fortunate to speak with her about Phelps STEAM Initiative, Finger Lakes Makerfest, We also discussed bridging the technical skills gap. Learn about 1+2+7 and the needs of the community and vocational school vs college. Leah was the recipient of the Library Director of the Year by the Pioneer Library system in 2013 and in 2017 she was awarded the Mosier/Wynkoop A...2019-02-1700 min

The Library ProsEpisode 57 – Lisa Zuena – The ‘Pequa Podcast Joining us in the Booth for this episode is Lisa Zuena, Librarian at the Massapequa Public Library. Lisa is a Young Adult Librarian and host/creator of the ‘Pequa Podcast. This podcast is so much fun to listen to because it is written and performed by the teens from Massapequa. Lisa speaks to us about how the podcast came about and about its unique format. Chris and Lisa get geeky talking about podcasting in libraries!! pequapodcast.wordpress.com 2019-02-0255 min

The Library ProsEpisode 56 Dr. Matt Finch In this episode we were fortunate to have live in studio, Dr. Matt Finch who is a library consultant. Matt spoke at the Suffolk Cooperative Library System earlier that day and joined Chris and Bob at The Booth at the Sachem Public Library. Matt spoke on so many issues in “Libraryland” and shared his experiences with libraries from all over the world. So make a bit of tea and relax as Matt entertains Chris and Bob. He even brings up that brilliant library podcast from down under, Turbitt N Duck! Matt’s website 2019-01-221h 18

The Library ProsEpisode 55 New York Library Association Conference Part 3 of 3 This final part of the episode allowed Chris to speak exclusively with Beth Lathrop from the Strong National Museum of Play. We find out more about the library, it’s collection and take a trip down memory lane as Chris tried to wrap his head around how awesome the museum is. Learn about the Toy Hall of Fame, pinball, gaming systems and the vast print collection of catalogs that the museum holds. Beth Lathrop, Director of Libraries at the Strong Museum of PlayTwitter and Facebook 2019-01-0527 min

The Library ProsEpisode 55 – New York Library Association Conference Part 2 of 3 In Part 2, Chris speaks with Jill Hurst Wahl, a professor at Syracuse University’s iSchool and Producer of the podcast T is for Training, along with Carl Gouveia, Director of the Seymour Library in Brockport, New York and Beth Lathrop, the Director of Libraries at the Strong National Museum of Play. Each shares their feelings about the NYLA conference. Jill talks about some of the amazing things she is doing with iSchool, Carl talks about his lecture regarding other ways to fundraise other than bake and book sales that have been a success at Seymour Library and Beth (who is...2019-01-0536 min

The Library ProsEpisode 55 – New York Library Association Conference Part 1 of 3 Chris attended the New York Library Association (NYLA) Conference in Rochester, New York. NYLA allowed Chris to set up and podcast. There were so many interesting guests, that we had to split this episode into 3 parts. The first of the three has guests Barron Angell, Librarian and Program Coordinator for Teen Programs from the Florida Public Library in Florida New York along with Melissa and Cameron Tidd. Melissa is a Clerk at the Goshen Public Library and at the time of the recording, a library science student at Syracuse University’s iSchool. Cameron, although not working in the library field...2019-01-0546 min

The Library ProsEpisode 54 Michelle Arbuckle – Ontario Library Association Michelle Arbuckle joined Chris and Bob via Google Hangouts from Toronto, Ontario! Michelle is the Director of Member Engagement and Education at the Ontario Library Association and co-host of the podcast “Libraryland Loves”. She is involved in planning conferences for their members. She spoke about the top skills ALL librarians need to know!! So have a laugh with Chris, Bob and Michelle!! Canadian Superconference 2019 Libraryland Loves Podcast Ontario Library Association Michelle Arbuckle 2018-12-211h 22

The Library ProsEpsiode 53 THE LIBRARY BOSS Sally PewhairangiChris and Bob reached around to the other side of the globe to speak to the third of our “Awesome Sallys”. Sally Pewhairangi joined us from New Zealand via Google Hangouts. Sally has worn many hats in “Libraryland” and is now has a website thelibraryboss.com that is her way of sharing her experiences and gives librarians the tools to embrace digital sources and literacy. She also consults on library related areas. You can also find her on the Mighty Networks App for IOS and Android. Sally is a dynamic speaker and it was a pleasure to have her on the podcast...2018-12-071h 39

The Library ProsEpisode 52 LILRC Conference 2018Chris and Bob were invited back to the Long Island Library Resources Council Annual Conference on Libraries and the Future. This is their 27th year holding this conference for the libraries of Nassau and Suffolk Counties, on Long Island. We had 8 guests appear with us either talking about their libraries or about the importance of libraries in the future. Keep an ear out as we will have some of these guests on again to feature their work. Here is a list of guests who spoke to us: Tim Spindler, Director of LILRC Chris Kretz, Librarian at...2018-11-241h 41

The Library ProsEpisode 51 Mary Glendening – CreateSpace@MFL Mary Glendening, Director of the Middletown Free Library joined Chris and Bob to talk libraries and makerspaces (is it one word or two?) . The Middletown Free Library is located just outside of Philadelphia and has a great makerspace that doesn’t just focus on the high tech end of making. We even talk about attracting adults to the makerspace. Chris and Mary get a little geeky talking about the Carvey CNC machine too!! Mary has authored 2 books Video Games to Real Life and Makerspace Sound and Music Projects for All Ages. Makerspace Sound and Music Projects for All...2018-10-2600 min

The Library ProsEpisode 50 – Flip the Script Featuring Sally Turbitt!Well, this happened! Our 50th episode. Nobody thought we would make it this far and here we are. So to completely turn things on their ear, we have flipped the script and asked Sally Turbitt from TurbittNDuck podcasting fame to turn the tables on Chris and Bob and ask them the questions that you, the listener submitted on Facebook and Twitter. Sally even tortures the boys with the 032 list!! So sit back, grab a beverage and take a listen. This was a good time!! Sally’s Blog Turbitt N Duck, The Podcast! The Library...2018-10-1200 min

The Library ProsEpisode 49 – Nancy Evans – Girl Power!!Nancy Evans, Head of Young Adult Services at the Levittown Public Library and 2017 Mover and Shaker came to The Booth and spoke with Chris about her innovative program Strong Girls School. This program empowers teen girls and Nancy talks about her inspiration for the program and how it came from a simple writing program. The program has been powerful enough to impact the lives of the girls who attend it. Nancy also talks about her experiences with Mary K. Chelton, the co-founder of VOYA Magazine. We also talk about The Levittown Library and working with the public. http...2018-09-2857 min

The Library ProsEpisode 48 – Laura Solomon Ohio Public Library Information NetworkChris sat down with Laura Solomon, Library Services Manager at Ohio Public Library Information Network (OPLIN). Laura has been involved to provide services to libraries all over Ohio, from tech support to broadband connections to rural libraries. She is also the Web Developer for OPLIN. We talk about social media do’s and don’ts and along with her experiences as web manager. https://www.oplin.ohio.gov/ Laura’s Amazon page for all of her books: https://amzn.to/2MzWtoB 2018-09-1500 min

The Library ProsEpisode Rob Thomson – Library Technician & Professional DevelopmentRob Thomson, Teacher in Charge at the TAFE School in Wollongong, NSW, Australia turned up for a talk with Chris and Bob! Rob, a very entertaining fellow took time out of his morning (our evening) talking about about library technicians, professional development, the “Unconference” concept and even a talk about craft beer! Take a listen! Wollongong City Library TAFE Australian Library and Information Association’s description of Library Technician Library Technician Job Description Associates The Electronic Library Support Staff Journal The Unconference ALIA Professi...2018-08-2500 min

The Library ProsEpisode 43 Matt Pfisterer Director of the Thrall LibraryIn this episode, Chris and Bob were joined by Matt Pfisterer, the Director of the Middletown Thrall Library in Middletown, New York which is in the heart of the beautiful Catskill Mountains. Matt, originally from Long Island, spoke about transplanting to Middletown, briefly compared the various consortiums around New York State and talked about how important it is to continually lobby and meet with our representatives in New York State government to guarantee another year of state financial support. Matt also spoke about the Lifesaving Librarians Act that Representative Sean Patrick Moloney sponsored in Congress, which would provide naloxone, co...2018-06-2350 min

The Library ProsEpisode 43 Matt Pfisterer Director of the Thrall LibraryIn this episode, Chris and Bob were joined by Matt Pfisterer, the Director of the MIddletown Thrall Library in Middletown, New York which is in the heart of the beautiful Catskill Mountains. Matt, originally from Long Island, spoke about transplanting to Middletown, briefly compared the various consortiums around New York State and talked about how important it is to continually lobby and meet with our representatives in New York State government to guarantee another year of state financial support. Matt also spoke about the Lifesaving Librarians Act that Representative Sean Patrick Moloney sponsored in Congress, which would provide naloxone, commonly kn...2018-06-2350 min

The Library ProsEpisode 42 – Podcasters talking Podcasting w/help from Down UnderThis episode is a panel discussion. We had a live studio audience at the Sachem Public Library and we discussed what it takes to build, maintain and fill content for a podcast. The most fascinating thing is how we all get the audio out there, but our methods are all different. We have a few good laughs in there too!!! Here is the cast of characters who attended along with their links (not including Chris and Bob): Chris Kretz, Librarian at Stony Brook University and host of “The Long Island History Project” & “The Radio Tow...2018-06-0800 min

The Library ProsEpisode 42 – Podcasters talking Podcasting w/help from Down UnderThis episode is a panel discussion. We had a live studio audience at the Sachem Public Library and we discussed what it takes to build, maintain and fill content for a podcast. The most fascinating thing is how we all get the audio out there, but our methods are all different. We have a few good laughs in there too!!! Here is the cast of characters who attended along with their links (not including Chris and Bob): Chris Kretz, Librarian at Stony Brook University and host of The Long Island History Project & The Radio Tower Carl Jones & James Bender Hosts of M...2018-06-0800 min

The Library ProsEpisode 37 – An Evening with Herb Biblo of LILRCThis episode’s guest is truly special. Newly retired Director of the Long Island Library Resources Council, Herbert Biblo has been a tireless advocate for libraries his entire professional career. Anyone on Long Island NY knows of Herb’s contribution to libraries across New York State. If you know Herb’s work, then you only know half the story. Brooklyn born, World War II veteran, studied in Chicago and finally landing here on Long Island, Herb tells his story as only Herb can. With help from his long time friend, cohort and tireless library advocate Art Friedman, Art tells the story o...2018-03-161h 18

The Library ProsEpisode 37 – An Evening with Herb Biblo of LILRCThis episode's guest is truly special. Newly retired Director of the Long Island Library Resources Council, Herbert Biblo has been a tireless advocate for libraries his entire professional career. Anyone on Long Island NY knows of Herb's contribution to libraries across New York State. If you know Herb's work, then you only know half the story. Brooklyn born, World War II veteran, studied in Chicago and finally landing here on Long Island, Herb tells his story as only Herb can. With help from his long time friend, cohort and tireless library advocate Art Friedman, Art tells the story of his life...2018-03-161h 18

The Library ProsEpisode 35 Talking NYLA with Tim Burke & Jeremy JohannesenThe New York Library Association’s President Tim Burke (who is also Executive Director of Upper Hudson Library System) and Jeremy Johannesen, NYLA’s Executive Director visited Chris at the Sachem Public Library. Tim and Jeremy discuss all there is to know about libraries in New York State, how NYLA serves libraries around the state and the challenges of helping support all libraries in New York State. 2018-02-171h 23

The Library ProsEpisode 35 Talking NYLA with Tim Burke & Jeremy JohannesenThe New York Library Association's President Tim Burke (who is also Executive Director of Upper Hudson Library System) and Jeremy Johannesen, NYLA's Executive Director visited Chris at the Sachem Public Library.2018-02-171h 23

The Library ProsEpisode 33 – Kate Byrne, Alyson Dalby, and Clare McKenzie International Librarian NetworkThis is a very special episode. Bob and Chris spoke with Kate Byrne, Alyson Dalby and Clare McKenzie were named Library Journal Movers and Shakers in 2016 for their work founding the International Librarian Network. Join us to listen to this amazing group of librarians who are all Australian Nationals. Although they are now spread through the world (Kate being in London, UK, Alyson being in Copenhagen Denmark and Clare in Wollongong NSW, Australia), they all appeared together via Google Hangouts. So take a listen to how this amazing group set up and collaborated with librarians from all over the worl...2018-01-051h 39

The Library ProsEpisode 32 – Long Island Library Resources Council 26th Annual ConferenceChris and Bob took the TLP on the road for a special episode. TLP appeared at the Long Island Resources Council (LILRC) Annual Conference. We had a number of guests talking about libraries and the future. There were some great discussions! We hope to do this every year at their conference!! The guests include: Arthur Friedman, Reference Librarian at Nassau Community College Eric Cohen Coordinator of Technology and Media from John Jermain Memorial Library Frank McKenna, Director of the Seaford Library Mark Navins from LILRC Danielle Minard from the Long...2017-12-162h 04

The Library ProsEpisode 30 – The Un-EpisodeWell it happened. Chris and Bob plunked down the mics and started talking. We talked library geek stuff. So if you have liked our episodes before, don’t hold this one against us! Ellen Druda $5.00!!! 2017-11-181h 33

The Library ProsEpisode 28 – Eric Cohen & John Jermain LibraryJohn Jermain Library in historic Sag Harbor, New York is beautiful building. Grand entryway with a domed ceiling, beautiful stone work, marvelous woodworking and furniture and extremely historic. But if you want to connect to wifi, well that is a challenge! Join Chris and Bob as we speak to Eric Cohen, the Coordinator of Technology and Media as we learn about the history of the building, the challenges of working in the old structure and how a modern renovation effects a building that is over 100 years old. 2017-10-231h 09

The Library ProsEpisode 26 – Chad Mairn St. Petersburg College Innovation LabChad Mairn, Librarian at the St. Petersburg College Innovation Lab joined Chris and Bob via Google Hangouts to talk about a number of interesting things. Chad was a speaker in a TED-X talk in 2015 and he spoke to us about innovation, what it means to innovate and see that creative spark come alive in patrons and students. He also talked about the various partnerships he has developed with various organizations and groups, including NASA! Chad has a varied background and even plays drums in 2 bands. See some of the things Chad is involved in! St. Pete...2017-08-251h 23

The Library ProsEpisode 22 – Talking Podcasting with Library JournalThis episode brought a convergence of podcasters together to talk about the craft with Matt Enis from Library Journal. Chris, along with our first guest Ellen Druda, wrote an article about how to build a podcast and this episode is a discussion in connection with that article. TLP was also lucky enough to have Chris Kretz, our guest from episode 6 who is the co-host of The Long Island History Project podcast. We talked podcasting “nuts and bolts” along with some fun suggestions and tips. Who knows, maybe Matt became inspired to start a Library Journal podcast. Anyone have any names?...2017-06-1000 min

The Library ProsEpisode 22 – Talking Podcasting with Library JournalThis episode brought a convergence of podcasters together to talk about the craft with Matt Enis from Library Journal. Chris, along with our first guest Ellen Druda, wrote an article about how to build a podcast and this episode is a discussion in connection with that article. TLP was also lucky enough to have Chris Kretz, our guest from episode 6 who is the co-host of The Long Island History Project podcast. We talked podcasting "nuts and bolts" along with some fun suggestions and tips. Who knows, maybe Matt became inspired to start a Library Journal podcast. Anyone have any names? 2017-06-1000 min

The Library ProsEpisode 21 – Gina Millsap -Topeka & Shawnee LibraryGina Millsap, Chief Executive Officer of the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library (2016 Library of the year) joined the podcast via Facetime. Chris spoke to Gina about the various innovative programs her library offers to their community. From book mobiles to mobile "Learn and Play Bus" and other inspirational concepts, Gina and Chris discuss the UX (User Experience) and how we can all benefit from it.2017-06-051h 38

The Library ProsEpisode 21 – Gina Millsap -Topeka & Shawnee LibraryGina Millsap, Chief Executive Officer of the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library (2016 Library of the year) joined the podcast via Facetime. Chris spoke to Gina about the various innovative programs her library offers to their community. From book mobiles to mobile “Learn and Play Bus” and other inspirational concepts, Gina and Chris discuss the UX (User Experience) and how we can all benefit from it. tscpl.org 2017-06-051h 38

The Library ProsEpisode 20 – Deana Brown Idaho Maker & Jeff Stratter Salmon Rides Again!Chris and special guest host Jeff Hutter from Salmon Library fame video chatted with Deana Brown who is a Librarian and Associate Professor at Boise State University. Deana spoke to Chris and Jeff about her efforts in making in Idaho with the Idaho Library Association's Maker Committee along with all the triumphs and failures along the way. We had a great discussion and, as if we needed to say it, Jeff Hutter was a great stand in co-host while Bob was out saving "Cyberspace".2017-05-221h 37

The Library ProsEpisode 20 – Deana Brown Idaho Maker & Jeff Stratter Salmon Rides Again!Chris and special guest host Jeff Stratter from Salmon Library fame video chatted with Deana Brown who is a Librarian and Associate Professor at Boise State University. Deana spoke to Chris and Jeff about her efforts in making in Idaho with the Idaho Library Association’s Maker Committee along with all the triumphs and failures along the way. We had a great discussion and, as if we needed to say it, Jeff Hutter was a great stand in co-host while Bob was out saving “Cyberspace”. 2017-05-221h 37

The Library ProsEpisode 15 – Howard Gunston Podcasting, Writing & Ice Cream!This episode is very special because Chris had an opportunity to interview Podcaster/Writer Howard “Howie” Gunston, the host of “Writer Comma Ice Cream”. His podcast interviews writers who have or have not been published. He also interjects his observations with “Listener” about how he desires to get published. Howard is a dynamic speaker who loves writing, podcasting and libraries! http://www.writersicecream.com/ 2017-02-2400 min

The Library ProsEpisode 14 Kristina Holzweiss getting SLIMED!!Kristina Holzweiss, school librarian at the Bayshore Middle School was voted School Medial Librarian of the Year by School Library Journal in 2015. Chris had an opportunity to speak with her about how to reach kids with STEAM, making science fun (even though Chris and Kristina are not great with math) along with some great laughs and Batman impressions along the way. Kristina is involved in so many great projects and organizations including Long Island Leads www.longislandleads.org, her blog, www.bunheadwithducttape.com. her weebly, bsmslibratory.weebly.com, and the SLIME Expo slimemakerexpo.com. What is SLIME? It is an...2017-02-111h 39

The Library ProsEpisode 11 David Ecker and Stony Brook University’s Innovation LabDavid Ecker, the Director of Innovation and Technology at Stony Brook University opened up his doors and gave a tour to Chris, and then they sat down and chatted about the creation of this incredible lab which is only 1 of 4 spaces on campus for students to come and imagine, create, collaborate and design. If you can imagine it, his labs probably have it. Learn about the mysterious Madagascar boxes and Dave and his students created with them! Lots of laughs and WOW, the items created there are not only impressive but creative as well!! 2016-10-221h 26

The Library ProsEpisode 10 Teen Librarian Round Table DiscussionIn this episode, Chris sat down with Mike Buono from the Brentwood Library, Michele Cayea from the Patchogue Medford Library and Stacey Paynter from the Sachem Public Library. This was an eye opener because the discussion went beyond what librarians learn in the classroom setting when working towards their MLS degree. There is so much that goes into being a Teen/YA Librarian. Our guests really tell it like it is on what it is like to be a Teen Librarian on Long Island. Our guests share some incredible experiences and valuable resources in this episode. The Patc...2016-10-0800 min

The Library ProsEpisode 9 Librarian in Black Sarah HoughtonSarah Houghton, Library Director at the San Rafael Public Library in California is also known as the “Librarian in Black” library blogger. She takes some time from her busy schedule to chat with Chris and Bob live via Google Dou video chat. Sarah shares her motivations to start a blog, maintaining it and her longevity in the blogging world. She also shares why she is the “Librarian in Black”. Librarian in Black on Twitter: @TheLIB LIB Blog: http://librarianinblack.net/ 2016-09-2453 min

The Library ProsEpisode 6 – Chris Kretz, Podcasting GeekdomeIn this episode, Chris Kretz, Academic Librarian and the host of “The Long Island History Project” Podcast joined us to talk about life as an academic librarian at Dowling College along with his journey into podcasting and our shared love of Long Island, New York History. If you ever wanted to start or work on a podcast, or love Long Island history, then this episode is for you! The Long island History Project Podcast: http://www.longislandhistoryproject.org/ Dowling Library Ominbus Podcast (2005-2012) http://wwwx.dowling.edu/library/newsblog/podcasts.asp Fressound.org https://www.fr...2016-07-0200 min

The Library ProsEpisode 5 – Levittown Public Library’s Innovation StationIn this episode, Chris and Bob take a field trip to the Levittown Public Library and visit their Innovation Station! Chris and Bob spoke to Maryann Ferro, Levittown’s Assistant Director, Marie Andreski, Department Head of the Media /Innovation Station, Lisa Jean Santer, a Library Aide who works in the Innovation Station and Benjie Pancho, from Levittown’s IT Department. We sit and laugh and talk about what it took to finance, build and run the first maker space on Long Island! Please join us to see what it takes, and see the sink that Chris is in love with!!!2016-05-271h 29

The Library ProsEpisode 4 Melanie Cardone Leathers – Fellow Geek!In this episode, Melanie Cardone-Leathers discusses her approach to working with local history archiving with technology along with developing iPad/iPhone training classes with Chris! She also talks about how she and Chris researched the photos and documents that were connected to the Canton Free Library. (see Episode 2 if you are not familiar). It is fun laughing with an old friend and colleague! We had a technical problem with this recording. The first segment is fine, the second and third segments are lower volume and there is an echo. Apologies for the quality. http://longwoodlibrary.org/p...2016-05-131h 29

The Library ProsEpisode 2: The Canton Free Library “Living Library”In this episode, Chris is flying solo and taking the podcast on the road. This episode is from beautiful Canton, New York at the Canton Free Library. Chris talks to the library’s Director, Emily Owen and Christa Briggs, YA Services Specialist. Hear about their “Living Library” local history event that took place on Saturday April 16th and how one of the Library Pros had a previously unknown link to their library’s history!! Thank you to Canton for hosting the event and inviting us to spend time with your lovely staff!!! Canton Free Library: www.cantonf...2016-04-171h 11

The Library ProsEpisode 1: Welcome to the Library Pros!Welcome to our first Podcast! The Library Pros are Chris and Bob. two library professionals who love to talk innovative library technology and how it is being put to use every day. They hope that everyone will subscribe and enjoy not just the talk, but the laughs and genuine enjoyment they have for the field. Chris is a Technology Librarian at the Sachem Public Library and Bob is the Information Technology Specialist at the Emma S. Clark Memorial Library. This month we had Ellen Druda from Half Hollow Hills Community Library! She discussed her experiences in her career...2016-03-261h 46