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ART of Feminine NEGOTIATION292: Negotiating Purpose And Profit: From An Autism Mom To Franchise FounderBefore titles, business plans, or franchising models, there is usually a moment of quiet reckoning—the point where something no longer feels sustainable, yet walking away feels impossible. For many parents navigating the world of autism services, that reckoning comes in the form of endless waitlists, unanswered calls, and the aching realization that the system was never designed with families in mind. For Nichole Daher, that moment became a turning point. What began as a mother's fight for her child's care evolved into a deeper negotiation with herself: Do I accept burnout and barriers as th...
2026-01-0538 min
Quick PicksEpisode 76: Best of 2025 BooksTana and I *love* to recap our year in books, and we're happy to share our favorites this year, with emphasis on books that aren't getting talked about enough.Discussed:Lion Women of Tehran, by Marjan KamaliBat Eater and Other Names for Cora Zeng, by Kylie Lee BakerThis Motherless Land, by Nikki MayThe Everlasting, by Alix E. HarrowThe Correspondent, by Virginia EvansSymphony of Monsters, by Marc LevyEmperor of Gladness, by Ocean Vuong...
2026-01-021h 07
True Crime Bullsh**0710 | UndercurrentJosh and team dissect various information and semantics surrounding Keyes's male-female couple. They circle back to Eugene Hyatt and Kami Vollendroff, and then deep-dive the disappearance of a Spokane couple. Then new information from a friend of Keyes gives the team a new perspective not on just the male-female couple and the vicitm ruled accidental, but potentially all of Keyes's unknown victims. This episode was written, researched, and produced by Josh Hallmark. With research by: Kathleen S. and Jordan Taylor PATREONThis is a Studio BOTH/AND production: www.truecrimebullshit.com / bothand.fyi F...
2025-12-1237 minQuick PicksEpisode 75: Native American Heritage Month ReadsTana and I spent November honoring Native American Heritage Month by reading lots of books by or about indigenous people, and we discussed the highlights.Mentioned briefly:Council of Dolls, by Mona Susan PowerBuffalo Hunter Hunter, by Stephen Graham JonesOnly Good Indians, by Stephen Graham JonesMongrels, by Stephen Graham JonesThe Night Watchman, by Louise ErdrichCalling For a Blanket Dance, by Oscar HokeahDiscussed:Crow Mary, by Kathleen Grissom...
2025-12-0541 min
BCMC WorshipTake It To The Cross - Natalie YoungbloodTake It To The Cross - Katy Nichole (7211491). Vocalist: Chelsey Robinson, Natalie Youngblood, and Betty King. Musicians: Mitch Watson, Brandon Robinson, Hannah Youngblood, Brian Turk, and Albo King. November 9, 2025 at Bethel CMC in Butler Ga.
2025-11-2103 minQuick PicksEpisode 74: Food in BooksWith the holidays coming up, food is on everyone's mind and Michelle Habrych and I are here to talk about some of our favorite books that feature different foods.Secret, Book, and Scone Society, Ellery Adams (#1 of 7 Secret, Book, and Scone Society Series)Death By Dumpling, Vivien Chien (#1 of 12 Noodle Shop Mysteries)Spellshop, Sarah Beth Durst (#1 of 2 in Spellshop series)Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers, Jesse Q. Sutanto (#1 of 2 Vera Wong series)Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane, Lisa SeeLady Tan's Circle of...
2025-11-0754 minQuick PicksEpisode 73: WitchesWitches are an integral part of spooky season and related fall celebrations. Since witches as a subject are so wide-ranging in genres, I attempt to tag and separate them into sub-genres. Nonfiction:The Witches by Stacy Schiff (2015, Salem Witch Trials)The Witch by Ronald Hutton (2017, world history)Folklore and Myth Retelling:The Witch and the Tsar by Olesya Salnikova Gilmore (2022, folklore, Russian, Slavic, Baba Yaga)Winternight Trilogy, by Katherine Arden (2017, folklore, Russian, Slavic)Uprooted, by Naomi Novik (2015, folklore, Russian...
2025-10-0324 minQuick PicksEpisode 72: Dark AcademiaSeptember is back-to-school time which is a perfect opportunity to read some books about dark academia, no matter your age or favorite genres.Discussed: Secret History, by Donna TarttSociety of Lies, by Lauren Ling BrownKatabasis, by RF KuangMy Dark Vanessa, by Kate Elizabeth RussellDiscovery of Witches (#1 in All Souls series), by Deborah HarknessI Have Some Questions for You, by Rebecca MakkaiPortrait of a Thief, by Grace D. LiHow to Get Away...
2025-09-0532 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 13Quick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 news, views and analysisSeason 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, Haemato-Oncology, J&J Ste...
2024-09-1111 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 news, views and analysisS07 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 research and de...
2024-06-1133 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 She Leads ShowEpisode 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 minQuick 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 minThe Greater Allen Cathedral03.20.2024: Rev. Diane Neblett-WatsonRev. Nichole Edness, Rev. Diane Neblett-Watson
2024-03-2320 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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
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...
2023-10-311h 11Quick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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.
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Produced By: Jenny McGee, Gini Mascorro, Sam Damask
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2023-07-2535 minQuick 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 07Quick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minCommon 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 23Quick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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
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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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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 minQuick 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
The Leviathan Chronicles | The WardThe 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
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