Being Resilient & Finding Joy w/ Maggie Smith
Local poet Maggie Smith discusses her new book, Keep Moving: Notes on Loss, Creativity, and Change, due out October 6th. Originating from Smith's tweets during the most difficult period of her life, w...
24 Sep 202020min
Being a First-Generation American, Writer, Bookseller, and More w/ Linda Kass
Linda Kass discusses her new novel A Ritchie Boy, which draws heavily on her father's unique experiences in World War II. She also talks about the many interesting twists her career has taken, includi...
31 Aug 202022min
Gorillas, The Columbus Zoo, and Conservation w/ Beth Armstrong
Beth Armstrong, author of Voices from the Ape House, discusses her illustrious career working with gorillas, including groundbreaking work in gorilla care and pioneering conservation efforts with worl...
12 Maj 202029min
Well Wishes & Staff Picks From BPL
BPL staff members discuss the media they've been enjoying during this unusual time, as well as a few special messages for our patrons. ----more---- Follow these links to find our picks digitally: Ultr...
27 Apr 202020min
Intergenerational Reflections w/ Melissa Michal & Juile Swarstad Johnson
Melissa Michal & Julie Swarstad Johnson discuss the intricacies of their work and life as writers. Melissa delves into her newest book, Living On The Borderlines, which reflects on the intergeneration...
9 Mars 202032min
Prohibition 100 Years Later w/ Nina Thomas
When it comes to Prohibition in the U.S., you probably immediately think of NASCAR, income tax, and Caribbean cruises, right? Nina Thomas, Manager of the Westerville History Center & Museum, discusses...
6 Feb 202019min
Housing Discrimination in the U.S. w/ Jason Reece
Dr. Jason Reece, assistant professor of city and regional planning at the Knowlton School of Architecture at OSU, discusses the history of housing discrimination both in Columbus and the U.S. as a who...
22 Jan 202036min
Staff Picks 2019
BPL staff members share their favorite books, films, and albums of 2019. Follow the links below to find our picks in the library's catalog: American Love Call - Durand Jones & The Indications Mandy Tu...
17 Dec 201915min
