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Hipocampo: Off the Shelf!A discussion on reading and diagnostics from the perspective of students in grades 4-5-6.Host: Henry I Padrón-Morales Guests:Students from Anna Murray Academy School 12, Rochester City School District - Bilingual ProgramBrennan, 5th grade Naomi, 6th gradeCuauhtemoc, 4th gradePodcast Engineer: Forrest Ward CherryWe are joined by three students from the Rochester City School District as they chat about books they read for fun, and books they read for school. A 4th, 5th and 6th grader share their differences and similarities in reading choice. They dig into the elements of a good story and what makes a book hard to...2023-10-0638 min
Hipocampo: Off the Shelf!Indie Bookstores Open Doors in Rochester, NYHost: Henry I Padrón-MoralesGuests:Rachel Crawford, Akimbo BooksChad Ellis, BookeaterPodcast Engineer: Forrest Ward CherryDid you know that Independent Bookstores are regaining a footing in this country? Here in Rochester, we have a burgeoning indie bookstore scene, with bookstores popping up that speak to the unique interests in our community. Supporting local indies not only puts our dollars back into the community, but fosters strong relationships, encourages critical thinking and ensures that we have literary gathering places in our city.In this episode we chat wi...2023-06-2652 minHipocampo: Off the Shelf!The Gluten Free Chef talks his upcoming cookbook, Just Desserts!Host: Pamela BailieGuest: Calvin Eaton, CEO of 540WMain, and theglutenfreechef blogPodcast Engineer: Forrest Ward CherryCalvin Eaton talks about his gluten-free journey, and how he became the Gluten Free Chef. We discuss the love of writing and reading, and his cookbook writing process. Calvin's experiences in education and activism all play a role in his creative process that culminates in his upcoming cookbook, Just Desserts: 40 Step-by-Step gluten-free recipes. Preorder Calvin's Cookbook HERELearn more about Calvin EatonThe Gluten Free Chef Blog540WMain2023-04-2842 minHipocampo: Off the Shelf!A Conversation with Young Readers/ Una Conversación con Lectores JovenesHosts: Henry I Padrón-Morales and Pamela BailieGuests:Students from Anna Murray Academy School 12, Rochester City School DistrictBrennan Sierra, 5th grade Miles Warren, 6th gradeLucas Nieves, 6th gradePodcast Engineer: Forrest Ward CherryWe are joined by three students from the Rochester City School District as they chat about their love of books, what they are reading and how their current reading list helps them understand world events. "One book can change the world!" exclaimed these students. This lively discussion hits on a wide range of to...2023-03-3035 minHipocampo: Off the Shelf!So, What's in a Library? ¿Qué hay en tu biblioteca?Host: Pamela BailieGuests:Evanna di Salvo, Frederick Douglass Branch Library (city of Rochester)Bruce Tehan, Arnett Branch Library (city of Rochester)Adrienne Pettinelli, Henrietta Branch Library (town of Henrietta)John Cohen, Ogden Farmer's Library (towns of Ogden, Spencerport)Forrest Ward Cherry, Podcast Engineer.Listen to four librarians from urban, suburban and rural settings provide a glimpse into the umwelt of their libraries. Today's conversation explores the many services provided by the Monroe County Library System - many of which may surprise you! Libraries are not just for books, but als...2023-01-3152 minHipocampo: Off the Shelf!Banned BooksHost: Pamela BailieGuests: Gabriel Hatch, sophmore at School of the Arts High School, Rochester NY. Cody Miller, Assistant Professor of English Education at SUNY BrockportBook banning is top of the news today, with many school districts across the US banning titles in their libraries, often at the request of political groups. The majority of books banned today have Black or brown protagonists, or have LGBTQ themes. What is history of banned books in the United States, why are books banned, and what books are banned? Today's conversation digs into this: how book banning can th...2022-11-2144 minHipocampo: Off the Shelf!Back to School: A Student and a Journalist Discuss Equal EducationAs the community prepares for another school year, Henry talks to local activist and Rochester City School District student Sarah Adams, as well as veteran journalist Justin Murphy, author of Your Children Are Very Greatly in Danger. Sarah and Justin discuss the power of youth-driven activism, hopes for the upcoming school year, and put the current challenges facing the school district into a historical perspective. 2022-09-0648 minHipocampo: Off the Shelf!Episode 0: Ready for take-off! In this trial episode we discuss our hopes for the podcast and share audio from the equipment test day: an event where we set up all of our recording equipment in the shop and invited kids to come have spontaneous conversations with us on the air. We had fun, we know the equipment works, and now we share what we learned with you! Highlighted in this episode is local author & illustrator, Rosemary Shojaie. Her book The Snow Fox can be purchased on our website or in the store. Thank you to: Declan Maurer 2022-07-0530 min
Thriving ForwardHenry Ignacio Padrón-Morales and Pamela Bailie Co-Owners of Hipocampo Children's BooksIn this episode Megan speaks to the Co-Owners of Hipocampo Books.Hipocampo Children's Books, LLC is an independent Woman/Latinx owned children's bookstore in Rochester, NY! They are located in the South Wedge, close to downtown. They have a varied collection of books that represent the rich cultures and languages of western NY as well as toys and children's apparel. They host children's programs and classes, performances, author signings, and even opportunities for adults to share their love of children's literature.Check out their website for more information: https://hipocampochildrensbooks.com/Support the...2020-12-3032 min