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Quick PicksEpisode 71: VacationsMichelle Habrych joins me again to talk about some of our favorite books (and a couple movies) that are either about vacations or have a setting where we'd like to go on vacation.2025-08-0152 min

Quick PicksEpisode 70: ThrillersFast, exciting reads for your summer consumption.Discussed:Dead of Summer, by Jessa MaxwellCape Fever, by Nadia DavisSaltwater, by Katy HaysKing of California, by Jordan HarperShe Rides Shotgun, by Jordan HarperKing of Ashes, by S.A. CosbyWhere They Last Saw Her, by Marcie RendonDying to Meet You, by Sarina BowenDon't Tell Me How to Die, Marshall KarpRage, by Linda CastilloSerial Killer's Guide...2025-07-0328 min

BCMC WorshipIn Jesus Name (God of Possible) - Jessica StokesIn Jesus Name (God of Possible) - Katy Nichole (7186326) Vocalist: Jessica Stokes, Natalie Youngblood, Betty King. Musicians: Mitch Watson, Brandon Robinson, Hannah Youngblood, Brian Turk, Albo King. June 29, 2025 at Bethel CMC in Butler Ga.2025-07-0105 min

Quick PicksEpisode 69: Magic and Magical RealismWhat better genre for fun summer reads is there than magic and magical realism? Tana and I thoroughly enjoyed our books and discussion on some of our recent favorites.Discussed:Forget Me Not Library, by Heather WebberAmalfi Curse, by Sarah PennerCat Who Saved the Library, by Sōsuke NatsukawaNot the Witch You Wed, by April AsherMurder Most Owl, by Sarah FoxThe In-Between Bookstore, by Edward UnderhillWitchcraft for Wayward Girls, by Grady HendrixW...2025-06-0623 min

BCMC WorshipTake It To The Cross - Jessica StokesTake It To The Cross - Katy Nichole (7211491). Vocalist: Jessica Stokes, Natalie Youngblood, Mary Peed. Musicians: Mitch Watson, Brandon Robinson, Chad Stokes, Brian Turk, Brandon Hunter. May 4, 2025 at Bethel CMC in Butler Ga.2025-05-0802 min

Quick PicksEpisode 68: TBR ListsIf you're a reader, you have a TBR list. And if you're like us, you have more books to read than books completed in your repertoire. Today, Tana and I are joined by Michelle Habrych to talk about books we've had on our TBR lists for a long time, and things we recommend you add to your own.Discussed: Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, by Taylor Jenkins ReidIf I Had Your Face, by Frances ChaHouse Across the Lake, by Riley SagerOnly One Left...2025-05-021h 13

Quick PicksEpisode 67: Grouchy (But Lovable) Old PeopleWe all know them and for some of us maybe we are them, but grouchy old people who are actually quite great have a special place in our hearts and these are some of the books Tana and I discussed.Nosy Neighbors, by Freya SampsonHow to Age Disgracefully, by Clare PooleyIona Iverson's Rules for Commuting, by Clare PooleyA Man Called Ove, by Fredrik BackmanMy Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry. by Fredrik BackmanBritt-Marie Was Here, by Fredrik Backman...2025-04-0435 min

Quick PicksEpisode 66: Women In HistorySince March is Women's History Month, I've invited Michelle Habrych, friend and writer, to talk about some wide-ranging books, fiction and nonfiction, that tell stories of women in history.Michelle's list discussed:Lady Tan's Circle of Women, by Lisa SeeIsland of Sea Women, by Lisa SeeMagnificent Lives of Marjorie Post, by Allison PatakiThe Women, by Kristin HannahBecoming Madam Secretary, by Stephanie DrayWomen of Chateau Lafayette, by Stephanie DrayMy Dear Hamilton, by Stephanie DrayWell Behaved Women, by Therese Ann FowlerThe Social Graces, by Renee RosenReference to "The Gilded Age" on HBOVanderbilt, by Anderson Cooper...2025-03-0750 min

Quick PicksEpisode 65: Cycles and Time LoopsInspired by Groundhog Day and the move by the same name, Nick and I are here to discuss things we've liked that have to do with cycles and time loops. Discussed: The OA (TV series) Hades (videogame) 7½ Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle, by Stuart Turton Until Dawn (videogame) Mickey 7, by Edward Ashton Steins;Gate (anime) Rick and Morty (animated series) Supernatural (TV series) Happy Death Day (film) Everything Everywhere All At Once (film) About Time (film)2025-02-0737 min

Quick PicksEpisode 64: The Best of 2024Tana and I give a rundown of the books we read this year that were our favorites. What were yours? Discussed: What the Chicken Knows, Sy Montgomery Life Hacks for a Little Alien, Alice Franklin What Does It Feel Like?, Sophie Kinsella Migrations, Charlotte McConaghy Puzzle Master, Danielle Trussoni Puzzle Box, Danielle Trussoni Daughter of Ruins, Yvette Manessis Corporon Museum of Failures, Thrity Umrigar Juniper Bean Resorts to Murder, Gracie Ruth Mitchell First Lie Wins, Ashley Elston 2025-01-0348 min

Quick PicksEpisode 63: HolidaysFriend, patron, reader, and author, Michelle Habrych, is back to talk about holiday books of all kinds. Discussed: One Big Happy Family, Susan Mallery (4 candy canes) Merry Matchmaker, Sheila Roberts (5 candy canes) Baking It Merry, Samantha Chase (5 candy canes) Night Before Christmas, Nicola Knight (3 candy canes) Wishing Bridge, Viola Shipman (5 candy canes) Second Chance Year, Melissa Weisner (3 candy canes) This Time Next Year, Sophie Cousens (4 candy canes) Homecoming, Kate Morton (2.5 candy canes) Holiday Switch, Tif Marcelo (3.5...2024-12-0643 min

The JPAG Podcast 2.0October 2024: Recorded on time, into your feeds a bit lateIn this edition, we cover: 1) FIGIJ and NASPAG Advocacy Statement Supporting Fertility Preservation for Pediatric and Adolescent Patients Receiving Gonadotoxic Therapy Judith S. Simms-Cendan, MD ∙ Yasmin Jayasinghe, PhD ∙ Angela Aguilar, MD, MSC, MBA ∙ Clara Di Nunzio, MD ∙ Ellen Rome, MD, MPH ∙ Mariela Orti, MD ∙ Anastasia Vatopoulou, MD, PhD ∙ Michalina Drejza, PhD ∙ Nichole Tyson, MD ∙ Megan Sumida, MD ∙ Mary Romano, MD 2) A Narrative Review of Depression and Suicide in Adolescent Females to Guide Assessment and Treatment Recommendations Heather L. Yardley, Erin F. McTiernan, Kathleen L. Lemanek 3) Examining M...2024-11-1419 min

Quick PicksEpisode 62: Climate and Eco FictionIt isn't just all over the news, it's all over the fiction: climate and ecology. Cli-Fi and eco-fiction are far more prevalent than Tana and I realized and went outside our boxes to read and discuss some dystopian and some more conventional fiction that deal with the environment. Discussed: The Light Pirate, by Lily Brooks-Dalton The Morningside, by Téa Obreht How High We Go In the Dark, by Sequoia Nagamatsu The Last Murder at the End of the World, by Stuart Turton Flight B...2024-11-0134 min

Quick PicksEpisode 61: GhostsMy favorite! It's ghosty time again and Nick Rodriguez joins me to talk about ghosts across many types of media, for consumers of everything from cozy ghost stories to the stuff that will give you nightmares. Discussed: Thirteen Ghosts (movie) Scream (movie) Sleepy Hollow (movie) Legend of Sleepy Hollow, by Washington Irving (book) Grave Encounters (movie) Grave Encounters 2 (movie) Talk To Me (movie) Ghost Station, by S.A. Barnes (book) Haunt Sweet Home, by Sarah Pinsker...2024-10-0436 min

EMJ GOLD: Pharma marketing, medical & moreSeason 7 highlights: GOLD Medal MomentsThe new season of the podcast is only a week away, so before we get started – why not have a listen to some of the best bits from Series 7? From a deep dive into women’s health to why the industry thrives on a little healthy competition, there’s plenty to discover in last season’s highlights. As well as the EMJ GOLD team’s analysis of the key themes, you’ll hear from six former guests: Mercedes Diz, Chief Marketing Office, Almirall Nichole Davies, Global Chief Strategy Officer, VML Health Edmond Chan, Senior Director, EMEA TA Lead, Haem...2024-09-1111 min

Quick PicksEpisode 60: ClassicsWith the start of another school year, Michelle Habrych joins me again to talk about literature near and dear to our hearts, Classics. Discussed: Lord of the Flies, by William Golding Importance of Being Earnest, by Oscar Wilde A Separate Peace, by John Knowles Their Eyes Were Watching God, by Zora Neale Hurston Cold Sassy Tree, by Olive Ann Burns The Outsiders, by S.E. Hinton Stories I Only Tell Myt Friends, by Rob Lowe To Kill a Mockingbird, by Harper Lee Go Set a Watchman, by Harper Lee Furious Hours, by Casey...2024-09-0540 min

Quick PicksEpisode 59: Art in FictionTana joins me again today to talk about novels we've read that have fine art or artists in their plots. Discussed: A Death in Cornwall, by Daniel Silva The Riviera House, by Natasha Lester The Last Mona Lisa, by Jonathan Santlofer The Lost Van Gogh, by Jonathan Santlofer Clara and Mr. Tiffany, by Susan Vreeland Horse, by Geraldine brooks Girl with a Pearl Earring, by Tracy Chevalier The Virgin Blue, by Tracy Chevalier The Lady and...2024-08-0232 min

Quick PicksEpisode 58: Hot Summer New ReleasesTana and I share some of our favorite ARCs we've read and other books that will be published this summer (and beyond). Discussed: Midnight Feast, by Lucy Foley Night Guest, by Hildur Knutsdottir Daughter of Fair Verona, by Christina Dodd The Glassmaker, by Tracy Chevalier The Next Mrs. Parrish, by Liv Constantine Briar Club, by Kate Quinn Maria, by Michelle Moran Lion Women of Tehran, by Marjan Kamali Eddie Winston is Looking for Love, by Marianne...2024-07-0544 min

Praying Daily Podcast: Embracing Hope, Sharing EncouragementEP 60: Divine Details:God's Love Through 'God Winks' - Daily DevotionalJoin me for this inspiring episode as I explore the divine moments I call "God Winks." Through my personal stories, reflections, and discussions, I share some subtle signs and synchronicities that let us know that God is in the details. Please share your own experiences with me via email at prayer@prayingdaily.org Scripture: Matthew 10:29-31 and Psalm 139:1Suggested Worship: “God is in this Story” by Katy Nichole & Big Daddy Weave https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ryD3D9X2mykSupport the showCheck out Books by Christa Joy Spaeth· Power...2024-06-1204 min

EMJ GOLD: Pharma marketing, medical & moreS07 E02: VML’s Nichole Davies on the good, the bad and the ugly in women’s healthWith Season 7 in full swing, Isabel dives deep into the fascinating world of women’s health with Nichole Davies, Chief Strategy Officer, VML, to uncover the truth behind why women live longer but in poorer health and how the industry can incite change. In the interview, they discuss the rise of FemTech, the challenge of funding and reimbursement, the role men can play in moving the conversation up the agenda and more. A little more on GOLD’s guest… Nichole leads the strategic disciplines and teams for the global VML Health network, overseeing resear...2024-06-1133 min

Quick PicksEpisode 57: Translations**We apologize for the poor audio quality of this episode** So many of the books we've read all our lives were written in another language and translated into English. Tana and I talk about some of the ones we've read recently that we've enjoyed. Discussed: Before the Coffee Gets Cold series, (Japanese) by Toshikazu Kagawuchi Full Moon Coffee Shop series, (Japanese) by Mai Mochizuki Olga, (German) by Bernhard Schlink What You Are Looking For Is in the Library, (Japanese) by Michiko Aoyama ...2024-06-0728 min

Quick PicksEpisode 56: MomsThis episode I'm joined by my friend, Michelle Habrych, to talk about a wide variety of moms, as depicted in books. Discussed: Darling Girls, by Sally Hepworth The Mother-In-Law, by Sally Hepworth Becoming Madam Secretary, by Stephanie Dray The Frozen River, by Ariel Lawhon Wishing Game, by Meg Shaffer Yinka, Where Is Your Huzband?, by Lizzie Damilola Blackburn Tom Lake, by Ann Patchett Class Mom, by Laurie Gelman Finlay Donovan Is Killing It, by Elle Cosimano 2024-05-0336 min

The Clique PodcastEpisode 151- Tapping into intuition with Nichole EatonIn today's episode, Dani is joined by the wonderful Nicole Eaton. Nicole is the founder of 'Rock your comeback', she is an intuitive therapist, she is also an author, and the creator of 'The Comeback Club'. Connect + work with Nicole here: nicholeeaton.com/pages/connect-with-nichole Join Nicole's Comeback club here: https://nicholeeaton.com/pages/the-comeback-club Enter the code 'THANKS22' to get the membership of The Comeback Club for the first month for only $5. Follow her on Instagram at nicholeeaton.xo Thank you! xx 2024-04-3028 min

Quick PicksEpisode 55: Fantasy and Science FictionThough there are so many sub-genres of fantasy and science fiction, and so many formats to enjoy, Nick joins me to talk about some of our favorite books, movies, and video games. Discussed: Song of Ice and Fire, by George RR Martin Roadside Picnic, by Arkady Strugatsky Pacific Drive (video game) Dead Silence, by SA Barnes Circe, by Madeline Miller Song of Achilles, by Madeline Miller God of War (video game) Legends and Lattes, by Travis Baldree 2024-04-0530 min

The Greater Allen Cathedral03.20.2024: Rev. Diane Neblett-WatsonRev. Nichole Edness, Rev. Diane Neblett-Watson 2024-04-0520 min

The Greater Allen Cathedral03.20.2024: Rev. Diane Neblett-WatsonRev. Nichole Edness, Rev. Diane Neblett-Watson 2024-03-2320 min

Quick PicksEpisode 54: 2024 Oscar Best Picture NominationsTana saves the day with her vast knowledge of all the Oscar nominations for Best Motion Picture and shares her predictions and favorites. Discussed: American Fiction Anatomy of a Fall Barbie The Holdovers Killers of the Flower Moon Maestro Oppenheimer Past Lives Poor Things Zone of Interest 2024-03-0131 min

Quick PicksEpisode 53: Nick's Banned Book Club at the RL High SchoolThe surest way to give books free publicity and promotion is to point fingers at them and attempt to ban them. Often those books are so valuable, enlightening, and great for forging connections, that depriving certain people of the ability to experience them is a hot topic. Nick Rodriguez, our Teen Librarian, is starting a Banned Book Club at our local high school and he joins me to talk about potential titles for this program and the importance of fighting censorship. Discussed: Maus, by Art Spiegelman Diary of a Young...2024-02-0228 min

The Greater Allen Cathedral1.10.2024: Rev. Diane Neblett-WatsonRev. Nichole Edness, Rev. Diane Neblett-Watson 2024-01-1220 min

Quick PicksEpisode 52: The Best of 2023Every episode of Quick Picks is essentially a list of stuff we recommend, but the list of our favorite books at the end of the year is the episode Tana and I look forward to the most. Below are the books we discussed and a list of the books others at the library thought were the best. Discussed: Calling for a Blanket Dance, by Oscar Hokeah Horse, by Geraldine Brooks All the Sinners Bleed, by S.A. Cosby The Queen of Dirt Island, by Donal Ryan 2024-01-0550 min

Quick PicksEpisode 50: Holiday Media, Light and DarkNot all holiday movies need to be squeaky clean kids' stuff. There's a lot out there for adults as well and Nick Rodriguez joins me to discuss some of our favorite off-beat holiday favorites. Discussed: Elf Nightmare Before Christmas Christmas Story Bad Santa Krampus Black Christmas The Ref Home Alone Bad Moms Christmas A Very Harold and Kumar Christmas Christmas With the Kranks Love Actually Stepmom ...2023-12-0136 min

Quick PicksEpisode 49: What We're StreamingDespite the strikes in the entertainment industry, there are still a lot of great shows to watch on TV this fall, and Tana has joined me to talk about some of our favorites that might become yours as well. Discussed: After Party Shrinking Lincoln Lawyer The Diplomat Loki Successor Righteous Gemstones Discovery of Witches Only Murders in the Building Three Pines Jack Ryan Reacher Good Omens ...2023-11-0335 min

Like Mother Like MurderHauntings, Crimes and Scary Stories HALLOWEEN COLLABORATIONChat with us!HAPPY HALLOWEEN! We have a very special BONUS episode for you all today! Five of our podcasting friends sent in stories for your entertainment on this amazing Halloween day! We have hauntings, crimes and a short story that is sure to blow your mind! Be sure to listen and experience each of these amazing podcasts as they share a little bit of what they do and we are sure you will love them just as much as we do!Thank you to each of our Podcasting friends who joined us and made this spooky little...2023-10-311h 10

Quick PicksEpisode 48: Scary StoriesTana and I have some spooky, creepy, gory, and frightening books for this spooky season for you, almost all of them new releases. The Vampires of El Norte, by Isabel Cañas The Hacienda, by Isabel Cañas Murder Road, by Simone St. James Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires, by Grady Hendrix How to Sell a Haunted House, by Grady Hendrix Spite House, by Johnny Compton My Heart is a Chainsaw, by Stephen Graham Jones Don't Fear the Re...2023-10-0627 min

Quick PicksEpisode 47: Loss and Grief with MichelleLoss and dealing with it is a life lesson we learn early on, and it can come up in so many different ways, with us all dealing with it in different ways. Michelle joins me today to talk about some books that were meaningful to us and imparted empathy for characters going through losing someone they love. These are not just books that address grief. There are so many stories and so many characters, they just each have a burden of loss they carry with them. Discussed (Tissue rating, out of 5): Remarkably...2023-09-0131 min

Quick PicksEpisode 46: Summer FavoritesTana is back and we share our favorites from this summer Books: Hello Beautiful, by Ann Napolitano The Bookbinder, by Pip Williams The Celebrants, by Steven Rowley Queen Hereafter, by Isobel Schuler Monstrilio, by Gerardo Sámano Córdova The Anomaly, by Hervé Le Tellier TV: The Lincoln Lawyer Movies: Oppenheimer Mission Impossible 2023-08-0421 min

The Flipflop Experience: Travel On Your TermsEp 20 - Addicted to AdventureTravel addicts, Paul and Nichole Karsolich, share some of the most memborable moments of the many tours they have taken with Leah, inlcuding cliff diving, ghost hunting, and living it up like a Real Houswife of Corfu. Check out our new Flipflop Experience Podcast Facebook page for more information and photos, feel free to ask any questions, or share any topics that you would like for us to explore on upcoming episodes. Follow along with Leah’s travels @flipflopsandadventures on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and YouTube. Brought to you by Wicked Apple: Produced By: Jenny McGee, Gini Mascorro, Sam Damask Ex...2023-07-2535 min

Quick PicksEpisode 45: Summer ReadsSummer reads are a favorite theme of mine and I am always looking for fun books that fall into this category, so I'm sharing my recommendations with you with the hopes that you might also find some good ones. Literary Fiction: Keeper of Lost Things, by Ruth Hogan Return to Valleto, by Dominic Smith The Librarianist, by Patrick deWitt The Guncle, by Steven Rowley Cozies: The Little Old Lady Who Broke All the Rules, Catherine Ingelman-Sundberg Carlene...2023-07-0725 min

Common HumanityThe Tables Turn, Being the Guest on My Own Podcast - Trauma, Healing, and How We Got HereChandra is so many things all rolled into one. A mother, a coach, a trauma survivor, a powerlifter, a podcast host (but today I'm the guest), and so much more. As a neurodivergent person, I have a habit of incorporating everything I have ever tried into my personality moving forward. But, it keeps things interesting. In this episode, I take on the role of guest on my own show, and let my friend Nichole ask the questions. We start with how this podcast really came to be, dive into what drove me to become...2023-06-241h 07

Quick PicksEpisode 44: Nick's Adult Popular Fiction Book ClubNick joins us again this time to talk about the three most recent books he's discussed with his book club from March to May, and a sneak preview of upcoming books to be read and discussed over the summer. Discussed: You Made a Fool of Death with Your Beauty, by Akwaeke Emez The Lost Apothecary, by Sarah Penner Once There Were Wolves, by Charlotte McConaghy Upcoming: Pineapple Street, by Jenny Jackson The Half Moon, by Mary Beth Keane 2023-06-0228 min

Quick PicksEpisode 43: Non-Celebrity MemoirsTana is back to discuss some of our favorite memoirs by folks who are not celebrities, who have, arguably better stories to tell. Discussed: The Girl Who Smiled Beads, by Clemantine Wamariya I Guess I Haven't Learned That Yet, by Shauna Niequist Almost American Girl, by Robin Ha We Ate Wonder Bread, by Nicole Hollander I'm Still Alive, by Roberto Saviano Poppies of Iraq, by Bridgitte Findakly Ducks, by Kate Beaton Educated, by Tara Westover Hillbilly...2023-05-0532 min

Quick PicksEpisode 42: Neurodivergent CharactersDiscussed: Movies One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest Rainman What's Eating Gilbert Grape? Forrest Gump Girl, Interrupted The Other Sister Snow Cake Silver Linings Playbook Girl With the Dragon Tattoo Still Alice Please Stand By The Accountant Perks of Being a Wallflower TV Shows Big Bang Theory The Good Doctor As We See It Nanette 2023-04-0744 min

Quick PicksEpisode 41: 2023 Oscar NomineesUnlike me, Tana is a big movie-watcher and she's joining me this episode to discuss all the movies nominated for an Academy Award for Best Picture, and we'll also discuss a few others in other categories or nominees for other major awards. Oscar: Best Picture All Quiet on the Western Front Avatar: The Way of Water The Banshees of Inisherin Elvis Everything Everywhere All at Once The Fabelmans Top Gun: Maverick Triangle of Sadness Women Talking 2023-03-0336 min

Common HumanityPowerlifting, Endometriosis, and Taking on Challenges Head FirstNichole, like most humans, despises writing bios. How does one tell the world that they secured a world record for deadlift without sounding braggadocious? Well, now that the bandaid has been ripped off--Nichole is neuro-divergent, so she has deep interests and several hobbies including powerlifting, jiu jitsu, and contrast therapy. She's an entrepreneur that works in digital marketing. Curiosity and energy are her superpowers and boredom is a stranger. Constantly on the move, she's an adventure seeker traveling through the world full speed with awe and wander. This conversation was so fun to have. From recalling the...2023-02-181h 23

Quick PicksEpisode 40: Love of DogsFor Valentine's Day, Tana and I are happily talking about some of our favorite books with our favorite dogs, because the love of a dog is the purest love there is. We focus on modern books but pull from fiction, nonfiction, romance, memoirs, and children's books, and we will let you know if the dog dies. If ever in question and you need to know before committing to something, you can check www.doesthedogdie.com to find out if you'll need privacy, tissue and pet hugs or if it's safe to read while in public. Discussed:2023-02-0338 min

Quick PicksEpisode 39: Best of 2022With the end of the year, in every area of entertainment, you can find lists of the best, and between reading everyone else's lists, Tana and I compiled our own book lists and we're happy to share with the hopes you might also find something to love. Tana's List: The Winners, Fredrik Backman Remarkably Bright Creatures, Shelby Van Pelt Lessons in Chemistry, Bonnie Garmus Cover Story, Susan Rigetti Book of Goose, Yiyun Li Signal Fires, Dani Shapiro Mad Honey, Jodi Picoult The...2023-01-0652 min

Quick Picks38: Nick's Popular Adult Fiction Book ClubAt my library, Nick has an Adult Popular Fiction book discussion group and he joins me today to discuss the more recent books they've read. I'd like to apologize for some of the audio glitches that occurred while Nick spoke -- we had hours of technical difficulties and at the end, I accepted whatever I could get. Discussed: Joan is Okay, by Weike Wang Last Night at the Lobster, by Stewart O'Nan Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, by Taylor Jenkins Reid Jacqueline in Paris, by Ann Mah 2022-12-0237 min

Quick PicksEpisode 37: Next!A lot of popular series have a new book that either just came out or is coming soon and Tana joins me to discuss our recent favorites. Discussed: The Mason Series: The Confession Club, by Elizabeth Berg The Jaipur Trilogy: The Perfumist of Paris, by Alka Joshi Before the Coffee Gets Cold Series: Before Your Memory Fades, by Toshikazu Kawaguchi Finlay Donovan Series: Finlay Donovan Jumps the Gun, by Elle Cosimano Beartown Series: The Winners, by Fredrik Backman Scholomance Series: The Golden...2022-11-0430 min

Quick PicksEpisode 36: Murder!When I was thinking of an episode that I could do about scary material, I didn't want to repeat last year so I thought, what scares me most? And to that, it's always been human monsters, the ones who kill other humans. So for October, I have a list of shows, podcasts, and books for all of you interested in... MURDER! Discussed: Streaming Mindhunter (Netflix) Unbelievable (Netflix) Under the Benner of Heaven (on Hulu, not Prime as mentioned in the podcast) Only Murders in...2022-10-0720 min

Quick PicksEpisode 35: Marvelous Midlife Mavens -- Women in Modern Fiction 40 and OverThe phrase "of a certain age" is so emblematic of the vague way we describe women in midlife and beyond because they seem to become more and more invisible as they age, and as I'm venturing through this precarious stage in life, I'm looking for more female characters I can relate to, who are not tied to hearth and home as their identity. I've had a few in my head for this episode for a while, but I found a few more with some research, and I'd like to share those with everyone so you also can enjoy spunky...2022-09-0218 min

Quick PicksEpisode 34: Hot Summer PicksI don't know what it is about summer that makes me want to read only fun books but I know I'm not alone. Whether it's a good thriller, a visit to a French graveyard, a safari, or a humorous letter to a man's son about life, we have a bunch of books that you can devour in a warm afternoon by the pool or on a road trip while there's still time. Buckle up, we've got some doozies. Discussed: The Lioness, by Chris Bohjalian Fresh Water for Flowers, by Valéri...2022-08-0537 min

SCP ArchivesSCP-5002: "Death in Containment"It's containment, my dear Watson. CW: NoneTranscriptPatrons just_riz, jaje, Ashleigh Little, TheSocksStayOn, Strawberry star girl, Jules Meuwissen, Kelly Stratton, Sylvia Mann, Jigglepuf, JJknight64, PRiSM, lazerbeak1409, Indyk, Jeremiah Safford, MiddleAmerica, Jon Osorio, Herra AS, and William Metzler!Cast & Crew:SCP-5002 was written by PsulNarrator - Jon GrilzAgent O'Connor - Elissa ParkD-2825 - Rissa MontanezD-4986 - Sushant AdlakhaDirector May - Janine Bower 2022-07-201h 17

Quick PicksEpisode 33: Being AmericanWhat better time to talk about patriotism and what it's like to be an American than Independence Day? And no matter how you feel about events going on in the country right now, you know deep down you have love and a pride in the idea of America, what it is, and what it could be with some work. Here are books that epitomize American life throughout history, the good and the bad. Discussed: Killers of the Flower Moon - David Grann There, There - Tommy Orange Round House and The...2022-07-0133 min

Quick PicksEpisode 32: Pride Month LGBTQ+ Authors and BooksHappy Pride Month! We have a number of Pride-related programs going on at our library this month and in addition, Tana and I have lots of books to recommend from authors who identify as LGBTQ+ or have main characters who do. We hope there is something for everyone on our list. Discussed: Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up with Me, by Mariko Tamaki Check, Please! (series), by Ngozi Ukazu The Prince and the Dressmaker, by Jen Wang Vence (series), by C.S Pacat The Times I...2022-06-0340 min

Quick PicksEpisode 31: Nick's Adult Popular Fiction Book Club PicksNick, our commercial announcer, has a new book club at our library called Adult Popular Fiction, which meets the third Saturday of every month, and he has just finished the third book, so we thought we'd share the books he's had for the book discussion and what he thought of them. Discussed: Peaces, by Helen Oyeyemi The Tiger Mom's Tale, by Lyn Liao Butler Women of Salt, by Gabriela Garcia 2022-05-2722 min

Quick PicksEpisode 30: Asian AuthorsMay is Asian Heritage Month and to celebrate we are highlighting Asian authors who have written books we've loved that we wanted to share. There are a lot of countries in Asia and we don't have representation for all of them today, but stay tuned and we will surely have more to come. Discussed: Before the Coffee Gets Cold, by Toshikazu Kawaguchi Housekeeper and the Professor, by Yōko Ogawa Pachinko, by Lee Min-jin Last Story of Mina Lee, by Nancy Jooyoun Kim Author J...2022-05-1338 min

Quick PicksEpisode 29: Books Turned Into Movies or TV ShowsMost of us have strong feelings about movies and TV shows made from books we've read, and opinions are as wide-ranging as ever. Today we're sharing our choices of the bad, the meh, the good, and the even better adaptations than books. Streaming info will need verification because it changes so often. We recommend the website JustWatch to see where you can find a movie to stream; check with your local library. Bad: Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty -- Big Little Lies All Souls Trilogy by Deborah Ha...2022-04-2929 min

Quick PicksEpisode 28: Our Favorite SeriesWe have become a binging society, and what better to binge than a scrumptious book series? Tana and I have read and continue to read a ton of series of multiple genres and we're sharing a few of our favorites. Discussed: John Sandford: Lucas Davenport, Virgil Flowers, and Letty Davenport William Kent Krueger: Cork O'Connor Robert B. Parker: Spenser, Jesse Stone, and Sunny Randall Sara Paretsky: V.I. Warshawski Elizabeth Berg: Mason Stephen King & Richard Chizmar: The Button Box JoJo Moyes...2022-04-1534 min

Quick PicksEpisode 27: Historical Fiction Not WWIIThere seems to be two types of historical fiction, these days: WWII, and everything else. Today we're going to talk about everything else, from ancient history to the 20th Century. Some are lighter than others, many have female protagonists, and some will surprise you with a glimpse at the women behind the famous men in history. Discussed: Author, Marie Benedict The Personal Librarian The Other Einstein Her Hidden Genius Author, Susan Messiner The Nature of Fragile Things As Bright as Heaven A Fall of Marigolds Hamnet, by Maggie...2022-04-0126 min

Quick PicksEpisode 26: Manga Madness!Are you or people you love going hog-wild for manga lately? Well, we have two experts on staff who are here to tell you all about the manga they have been reading forever to help you find new things to read or to understand why your kids are obsessed. Aleece and Stephanie are our manga experts and have a lot to share with everyone. Discussed: Skip and Loafer, by Takamatsu, Misaki Voice Over! Seiyu Academy, by Minami, Maki Honey So Sweet, by Meguro, Amu Spy x...2022-03-1824 min

Quick PicksEpisode 25: Short Stories by WomenMarch is many things to many people: the change of seasons, spring break, Lent, and the start of Daylight Savings. However, we are going to focus on Women's History Month to highlight female authors writing short stories. It's a shorter podcast but we still have quite a few suggestions for everyone and hope you find something you like among them. Southern Lady Code: Essays -- Helen Ellis Bring Your Baggage and Don't Pack Light -- Helen Ellis Simple Murder -- Linda Castillo Seven Stones to Stand or Fall...2022-03-0414 min

Quick PicksEpisode 24: Black Authors for Black History MonthTo celebrate Black voices, we would like to highlight some of our favorite authors/writers and those our coworkers also recommend for various ages, genres, and interests. Discussed: Deacon King Kong - James McBride Girl With the Louding Voice - Abi Abi Daré His Only Wife - Peace Adzo Medie Boy, Snow, Bird - Helen Oyeyemi Homegoing, and Transcendent Kingdom - Yaa Gyasi Between the World and Me, and The Water Dancer - Ta-Nehisi Coates Red at the Bone, and Before the Ever After...2022-02-1828 min

Quick PicksEpisode 23: Rom Com BooksValentine's Day can be divisive for those who embrace all the romance and love, and those who can't stand it. Tana and I are here to talk about books that made us laugh, gave us warm and fuzzy feelings, and had a little bit of romance, to try to bridge the gap between those who love all things romantic on Valentine's Day and those who do not. The Flatshare, by Beth O'Leary Evvie Drake Starts Over, by Linda Holmes The Bookish Life of Nina Hill, by Abbi Waxman ...2022-02-0421 min

Quick PicksEpisode 22: Best of 2021 Library BallotsSteve joins me in this episode to discuss the results of our library's Best of 2021 ballots in many categories, including books and media. Fic: Hamnet - Maggie O'Farrell Razorblade Tears - SA Cosby The Four Winds - Kristin Hannah The Other Emily - Dean Koontz The Man Who Lived Underground - Richard Wright She Who Became the Sun - Shelley Parker-Chan The Lincoln Highway - Amor Towles Mys/Thrill: Razorblade Tears - SA C...2022-01-2139 min

Quick PicksEpisode 21: Top Ten 2021 BooksJanuary means lists, lists, lists. Resolution lists, to-do lists, award nomination lists, award winners lists, and of course, favorite lists. Today Tana and I share our favorite books of 2021. If you're interested in our Best of Kids Books Facebook series on January 22, 2022, hosted by Aleece and Kelly, please visit the Round Lake Area Public Library's Facebook Page. Tana's Top Ten List: Razorblade Tears, by S.A. Cosby Hamnet, by Maggie O'Farrell Mary Jane, by Jessica Anya Blau 100 Years of Lenny and...2022-01-0730 min

Quick PicksEpisode 20: Family -- For Better Or For WorseFor most people, the holiday season means family time, which can be wonderful or it can be incredibly frustrating. Tana is back to discuss some of our favorite books that are about family, the good and the bad. Discussed: The Lost Man, by Jane Harper Tallgrass, by Sandra Dallas Razorblade Tears, S. A. Cosby The Survivors, by Jane Harper Midnight at the Blackbird Cafe, by Heather Webber The Mountains Sing, by Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai Dutch House, by Ann Patc...2021-12-2431 min

Ohana Stories PodcastA Holiday Season Of GivingThis holiday season we are joined by James Littlejohn, Executive Director of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Capistrano Valley, along with Associate Director, Nichole Watson, and together, they share some heartwarming stories about club events, and exciting news about the clubs in 2022, along with a way we can all support their incredible mission.2021-12-1334 min

Quick PicksEpisode 19: Christmas MoviesFor those who celebrate Christmas, there are a lot of traditions many of us have in common. Whether it’s baking for loved ones, colors or a theme for all tree decorations, holiday meals, what day presents are opened, and many more, one I think most of us embrace whole-heartedly is a personally curated list of Christmas movies to put on in the background or to sit down with focus and watch. And today Marina, my Christmas movie expert, shares her favorites, some new and some old, for a variety of tastes, and we trade recommendations for each other an...2021-12-1038 min

Quick PicksEpisode 18: Native American BooksHappy Native American Heritage Day! Join Kelly and me for a great discussion about some of the fantastic books by or about Native Nations. We have books for young kids, tweens, teens, and adults, celebrating and teaching us about indigenous culture. We both are excited and hopeful for the doors that have opened to Native American authors, and we would like to shout from the rooftops that we also need audiobooks read by indigenous people. We hope you find something of interest to pick up and try out. Discussed:2021-11-2637 min

Quick PicksEpisode 17: Vegetarian/Vegan CookbooksWhether it's for health reasons, environmental reasons, or to accommodate someone else's dietary needs, we all need good vegetarian and vegan recipes we can count on for regular meals or family gatherings, and Steve joins me to discuss our favorite cookbooks and some of the delicious meals we've made from them. Discussed: Vegetable Kingdom: The Abundant World of Vegan Recipes, by Bryant Terry Books by Isa Chandra Moskowitz: I Can Cook Vegan Isa Does It: Amazingly Easy, Wildly Delicious, Vegan Recipes for Every...2021-11-1230 min

Quick PicksEpisode 16: Scary MoviesThis extended episode is a conversation between my long-time friend, Dr. Briana Jackson, who I consider a connoisseur of scary movies, wherein we talk all about them, from our favorites to tropes to how to cope when watching truly terrifying films. We chose to leave this as a longer episode and not break it down into two so hopefully there's something here to keep you entertained on this last October weekend. **Trigger warning: there is a lot of content discussed that may be disturbing to some listeners. If this isn't your cup of tea...2021-10-2950 min

Quick PicksEpisode 15: Horror NovelsThere are so many types of horror novels to devour and we have compiled a list of a wide variety of books for adults and some for teens, with more well-known authors and some more obscure, so that there's something for everyone if you like a scary story. Winter People by Jennifer McMahon Author, Grady Hendrix: Horrorstor; Final Girl Support Group; The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires; Podcast: Super Scary Haunted Homeschool Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia House Next Door by Ann Rivers Siddons ...2021-10-1529 min

Quick PicksEpisode 14: Ghost StoriesI love ghosts. I grew up loving ghosts like Casper and Gus and even when I found stories where they weren't so friendly, I still loved them. Ghost stories are my absolute favorite and I'm going to share with you some of the creepy, ghoulish ghost stories you may not know about, or maybe you do and just need a nudge to try them. There is no better time to hang out with an apparition or visit a haunted house than October, so grab a warm blanket and some hot cocoa and settle in with a spooky tale like...2021-10-0123 min

Quick PicksEpisode 13: JRPGsAttention videogamers, RPG players, and Japanese gaming fans! Today we're going to talk about Japanese role-playing videogames with an expert and connoisseur, Aleece. Whether you're playing on your Switch or feel nostalgic for the old Nintendo days, or use a Playstation somewhere in between, we have some series to talk about. Discussed: Atelier Ys Tales (of)... Nikki's Pick: The Traveling Cat Chronicles by Hiro Arikawa Nick's Library suggestion: Round Lake L...2021-09-1723 min

Quick PicksEpisode 12: International Settings: Sweden, Australia, Nigeria & IranTana and I both read a lot of books that have settings outside the US and we give you our first installment of books from other countries. Discussed: Sweden: Fredrik Backman Beartown series My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You She's Sorry Australia: Liane Moriarty What Alice Forgot Truly Madly Guilty Nigeria: Oyinkan Brainthwaite My Sister, the Serial Killer Iran: Marjan Kamali Stationery Shop Nikki's Pick Buried Giant by Kazuo Ishiguro Nick's Library Suggestion:2021-09-0338 min

BikePortland PodcastRide Organizer and School Principal Nichole WatsonThis episode is a conversation with Prescott Elementary School Principal Nichole Watson.I first met Nichole in June 2020, during the height of the racial justice protests and just a few months into the Covid outbreak.I was on the Black Girls Do Bike Ride and Nichole was one of the co-organizers of the event. When I first met Nichole at that ride we had a great chat and I loved what she said about why it was so important for Black people — and especially Black women and especially "curvy" Black women as she described herself — to ge...2021-09-0115 min

Quick PicksEpisode 11: Hard ReadsNot all books are read for joy or laughter -- sometimes we read things with very difficult subject matter that give us a taste of someone else's hardships, which are important and present us with an opportunity to discuss them, like the books Tana and I discuss today. Discussed hard reads: My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russell Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead Beekeeper of Aleppo by Christy Lefteri Nikki's Pick: Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult ...2021-08-2027 min

Quick PicksEpisode 10: Audiobooks and NarratorsWho among us did not grow up having books read to us and stories told to us by our family? It's a tradition that predates written word. We love telling and hearing stories, that stir the mind as well as the emotions. Tana and I are huge connoisseurs of audiobooks and we are here to share our love and our favorites with all of you. Discussed narrators and audiobooks: Titus Welliver (Harry Bosch series by Michael Connolly; Cole & Hitch series by Robert B. Parker) Richard Ferrone (Virgil Flowers series by...2021-08-0622 min

Quick PicksEpisode 9: WhodunnitsTana is back again for more fun talking about the whodunnits we love, that won’t leave you reeling from the language and violence, but introduce you to some of our favorite quirky characters you might also love. Join us for some lighter fare with occasional dead bodies and lots of laughs and heart. The Maggie Hope Series by Susan Elia MacNeal Book 1: Mr. Churchill's Secretary Flavia de Luce Series by Alan Bradley Book 1: The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie ...2021-07-2322 min

Quick PicksEpisode 8: Diversity in Children's Lit and a Little in AdultIn this episode, Kelly returns to talk about growing opportunities in children's literature for marginalized voices to showcase their stories. Teaching your children empathy and correcting bullying behavior can be accomplished through celebrating diversity in books and extrapolating it to life, and we have a list of many books to suggest for enrichment for you and your children. On the podcast We are Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom Fry Bread by Kevin Noble Maillard Sugar in Milk by Thrity Umrigar The Undefeated by Kwame Alexander 2021-07-0929 min

Quick PicksEpisode 7: Audiobooks for Family Road TripsOver a year into this pandemic and now we can do things again, which instantly makes me think of taking a road trip! If your family (with children) is planning on a road trip or you'll have time to listen to chapter books on audio, we have a list of suggestions for you. Kelly from our Youth Services Department is my expert for this episode and we'll discuss a handful of titles for your family, and a list of titles we never even got to discuss listed here. There should be something for everyone! We are including, title, author...2021-06-2526 min

Quick PicksEpisode 6: Book BooksTana is back and together we discuss things for which we have a bit of a soft spot: book books. Whether it's a book about a bookstore or a library, the people who work in them are like cousins to us, and we love reading about our people. We're only scratching the surface with this list, but it's a good tasting if you're a booklover and looking to connect with characters who are also booklovers. Paris Library – Janet Skeslien Charles Library of Legends – Janie Chang Lost and Found Bookshop – Susan Wiggs Bookis...2021-06-1136 min

Quick PicksEpisode 5: Meat, Mental Health, Hope & TentaclesSomething we all share, no matter who or where you are, is the planet Earth, and Steve is going to chat with me today about three of his favorite books about the environment. I learned so much from these books, it took a while to process everything I was given, and I see changes in the way I live each day thanks to what I read. I invite you to be inspired by these books, to leave a lighter footprint, and to share it with others. The Story of More by Hope Jahren Our...2021-05-2828 min

Quick PicksEpisode 4: Spies, Treasures, Trains & DoorwaysRecommendations for things you can get from a library aren't just limited to books anymore! My library has an entire section of board games and even if your library doesn't have games, they are easily obtainable from online or bigger chain department stores. Marina is here, our resident gaming expert, and she has three games to recommend that are fun for the whole family. Codenames Forbidden Island Ticket to Ride Nikki's Pick Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix Harrow 2021-05-1421 min

Quick PicksEpisode 3: Dames, Damsels, Digging Up Fossils & Big FootIf chick lit is a thing, then dude lit definitely is as well. Whether it's modern or historic, novels that are male-centric and feature non-stop action and adventure, violence, and the all-round tough guy are standard dude lit fare. Today Nick is going to introduce us to three books that easily qualify as dude lit, and we're going to visit the Old West twice, and the 1920s noir. There will be guns, horses, and dead bodies. The Man In the Forest by Zane Grey The Lady in the Lake by Raymond Chandler 2021-04-2818 min

Quick PicksEpisode 2: A Dog Cop, Superhero Legacy, Wolves, and Ordinary PeopleYolanda joins me to discuss and recommend three children's graphic novels that are not only great for newer/reluctant readers, but for teens and adults as well. Yolanda didn't see that there was a theme among her titles, so is it a coincidence that she chose all stories about unusual heroes and their struggles, doing the right thing and staying true to themselves? Dog Man by Dav Pilkey The Green Lantern Legacy by Minh Le The Bad Guys by Aaron Blabey Nikki's Pick: Anxious...2021-04-2420 min

Quick PicksEpisode 1: Haenyeo, Spies, Ghosts & the Spirit WorldTana and Aleece discuss three recommendations each in their favorite genres: adult fiction and manga. The books discussed are as follows: White Crysanthemum by Mary Lynn Bracht The Sun Down Motel by Simone St. James Troubled Blood by Robert Galbraith Spy x Family by Tatsuya Endo The King's Beast by Rei Toma Jujutsu Kaisen by Gege Akutami 2021-04-1035 min

Calculated Conversation Radio Show Flex Education Today's episode will be a special feature of Kan's podcast, Unrefined Sophisticates. The Unrefined Sophisticates talk education in this episode via a conversation with special guest Nichole Watson, Activist, Facilitator, Consultant and Prescott Elementary Principal. We talk about the current education system and what it means to be an educator. Get your ears ready because there is some great information in this episode. As usual, there are some things we just need to talk about.2020-09-0156 min

The Leviathan Chronicles | The Invenios ExpeditionsThe Leviathan Chronicles | The Buffer StationTulley and Anton make their way towards Japan with young Toshi Tanaka to rescue Oberlin St Clair from the clutches of the Yakuza gangsters. In Africa, Seinsun, Jason Sterling, Whitt Roberts, and Rebecca Von Alt continue their trek deeper into the Congo jungle as their search for the missing Soraxian aliens continues.Purchase The ad free director’s cut by going to www.leviathanchronicles.com/shopTo discover more podcasts set in the Leviathan universe go to www.leviathanaudioproductions.com, or follow us on facebook and twitter.Vote for us in the Second An...2020-07-2735 min

The Unrefined Sophisticates PodcastEpisode 85: Flex EducationJoin us as we welcome a very special guest, Educator, Facilitator, Activist and newly named Principal of Prescott Elementary, Nichole Watson! In the #SophisticatedHour we talk about finding your purpose, the importance of Black and Brown educators and leading with love. In the #UnrefinedHour we find out how educators cut loose, have all the questions about Tory Lanez shooting Meg Thee Stallion and Nick getting the Cannon. Listen up! #UnrefinedSophisticates #Podcast #TrappinByYappin 2020-07-233h 17

CSCMPodcast: Supply Chain Conversation - CSCMPThe end-to-end supply chain challenge: Blockchain + AI + B2B = Disrupting the Disruptors with CSCMP & IBMThis episode of CSCMPodcast: Supply Chain Conversation features a webinar replay where Nichole Mumford, Director of Professional Development and Marketing at CSCMP, interviews Rob Allan who leads the Watson Supply Chain insights program for IBM. The webinar focuses on disruptive technologies like Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence or AI and explores why supply chain is becoming an area of focus in the realignment of existing business models. IBM will be presenting during CSCMP’s EDGE Conference this year, both in the opening general session and in several of the educational breakout sessions. IBM will also be hostin...2018-09-1032 min

Sox and Sandals PodcastAfrican American Excellence Pt. III - Nichole Watson (Ep. 48 )In this week's episode I have the honor of learning from one of the most innovative and impactful teachers in Oregon. Teacher, community leader, wife, sister, mentor, and overall phenomenal woman, Mrs. Nichole Watson. Her attention to detail, her empathy, and love is what propels her to be great. The byproduct of her efforts is pure excellence. This is the A-side of this conversation. Episode 49 is the B-side. Show notes - (4:40) Nykki gives is the story behind what led her to choose a career in teaching. - (21:10) Teachers don’t quit schools, they quit principles. - (32:23) Nykki breaks down how sh...2018-02-221h 03

Sox and Sandals PodcastAfrican American Excellence pt. IV - Nichole Watson (Ep. 49)This conversation is the B-side of a great conversation I had with Nichole and Ezell Watson. In this episode we continue to highlight the excellence of Nykki as she discusses the event that she is putting on for the city of Portland. Her organization @blackvoicespdx is holding the black voices candidates forum that will showcase those that are running for various elected positions for the city of Portland and Multnomah county districts. The forum will be held at Maranatha church on 3/24/2018. Also, the last 40 minutes of the we share our feelings on the impact of the Black Panther movie... Wakanda...2018-02-161h 02

Listen to Trending Full Audiobooks in Romance, ModernFinding You by Jo WatsonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/291534to listen full audiobooks. Title: Finding You Series: #3 of Destination Love Author: Jo Watson Narrator: Carly Robins Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 45 minutes Release date: May 2, 2017 Genres: Modern Publisher's Summary: For fans of USA Today bestselling authors Christina Lauren and Sally Thorne comes a hilarious romantic comedy about finding your family, finding yourself, and maybe finding love along the way. Being adopted never made Jane Smith feel unloved, just unlike the rest of her family. As her twenty-fifth birthday approaches, she is struck by an overwhelming longing to finally find her place in the w...2017-05-029h 45

The Eleven DubcastEp. 59: Nichole Auerbach on College BasketballUSA Today's Nicole Auerbach and Block O's Adam Watson join Johnny and Kevin on the Eleven Dubcast to talk B1G hoops and the secrets of Ohio State's student section.2016-03-091h 04

Obstructed ViewEpisode 5 - Nutcracker Rouge Steven Trumon Gray and Laura Careless Robyne: Hi, I’m Robyne,Wesley: and I’m Wesley,Robyne: and this is, Obstructed View.Wesley: Today we will be discussing Company XIV’s production of Nutcracker Rouge. It is a loose adaptation of Tchaikovsky’s classical ballet, The Nutcracker.Robyne: We will link to a plot synopsis of The Nutcracker in our show notes.Wesley: So let’s begin with design.With set and costume design we have Zane Pihlstrom. With lighting design we have Jeane...2015-12-1125 min

Chicago Acoustic Underground PodcastEpisode 521 - Jesi JonesNashville based singer-songwriter Jesi Jones fell upon her passion for songwriting quite literally. At sixteen she took a tumble during her basketball team's state finals game which led to a series of knee surgeries, forcing her attention elsewhere. She wrote her first song during her time of recovery and soon after, formed the band Waiting for Iris. WFI toured for several years supporting two full length albums, playing over one hundred dates a year and opening for artists such as Nichole Nordeman, Joy Williams (Civil Wars), Point of Grace, Mark Schultz, Newsboys, Newsong, Petra, Fred Hammond and Wayne Watson. In 2006...2013-10-2842 min