Turning The Page Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/turning-the-page Join us for updates on library happenings, book recommendations, interviews and more! ©2022 Lexington Public Library 4173c699-b74e-5711-a6fc-6a746c6a7a88 yes en Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:05:31 -0400 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:06:24 -0400 https://www.lexpublib.org/podcasts/turning-page https://img.transistorcdn.com/XGV8nzcCBdZzutp62wzOQ2u7dcU4T0BG9HbsP3Xy9mg/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzI5Mzk1LzE2NTAy/OTE3NTYtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.jpg Turning The Page https://www.lexpublib.org/podcasts/turning-page episodic Lexington Public Library Join us for updates on library happenings, book recommendations, interviews and more! Join us for updates on library happenings, book recommendations, interviews and more!. Lexington Public Library No No The Cut of the Moon: A Conversation with Cynthia Ellingsen (2026) 26 26 The Cut of the Moon: A Conversation with Cynthia Ellingsen (2026) full d078975f-74fe-4c08-8c0c-b96be824ce59 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1610ecfe Mariam sits down with Cynthia Ellingsen, bestselling author of The Cut of the Moon, The Lost Letters of Aisling and The Starlight Cove series. They discuss Cynthia’s use of dual timelines in her works, her inspiration for her works, how she approaches writing, and what’s upcoming next. Cynthia’s works are available for checkout from the library and for purchase from your favorite bookstore.


Later, Erin and Mariam talk about upcoming book releases and library programs for April 2026.

]]> Mariam sits down with Cynthia Ellingsen, bestselling author of The Cut of the Moon, The Lost Letters of Aisling and The Starlight Cove series. They discuss Cynthia’s use of dual timelines in her works, her inspiration for her works, how she approaches writing, and what’s upcoming next. Cynthia’s works are available for checkout from the library and for purchase from your favorite bookstore.


Later, Erin and Mariam talk about upcoming book releases and library programs for April 2026.

]]> Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0400 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 2285 Mariam sits down with Cynthia Ellingsen, bestselling author of The Cut of the Moon, The Lost Letters of Aisling and The Starlight Cove series. They discuss Cynthia’s use of dual timelines in her works, her inspiration for her works, how she approaches writing, and what’s upcoming next. Cynthia’s works are available for checkout from the library and for purchase from your favorite bookstore.


Later, Erin and Mariam talk about upcoming book releases and library programs for April 2026.

]]> Cynthia Ellingsen, Women’s fiction, local author, mystery, romance, book recommendations, writing, storytelling, Lexington Kentucky authors, library programs, thriller, to be read lists, Lexington Public Library, Lexington Kentucky No Torrent: A Conversation with Anthony B. Gray (2026) 25 25 Torrent: A Conversation with Anthony B. Gray (2026) full 3c92bf0b-3336-4b80-8fdf-c0e3852c4a1b https://share.transistor.fm/s/fa767345 Mariam sits down with local author and attorney Anthony B. Gray to discuss his debut novel Torrent. They talk about his inspiration for his main character, how grief plays an important role in the novel, and the novel is about survival outside of the strategic world of the courtroom. They also talk about Anthony’s lifelong love of stories and storytelling, and his future projects. Torrent is available for checkout from the library and for purchase from your favorite bookstore.

Later, Erin and Mariam talk about Mariam’s long March to-be-read list, and highlights of programs being hosted at all library branches in March 2026.

]]> Mariam sits down with local author and attorney Anthony B. Gray to discuss his debut novel Torrent. They talk about his inspiration for his main character, how grief plays an important role in the novel, and the novel is about survival outside of the strategic world of the courtroom. They also talk about Anthony’s lifelong love of stories and storytelling, and his future projects. Torrent is available for checkout from the library and for purchase from your favorite bookstore.

Later, Erin and Mariam talk about Mariam’s long March to-be-read list, and highlights of programs being hosted at all library branches in March 2026.

]]> Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:53:42 -0500 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 2138 Mariam sits down with local author and attorney Anthony B. Gray to discuss his debut novel Torrent. They talk about his inspiration for his main character, how grief plays an important role in the novel, and the novel is about survival outside of the strategic world of the courtroom. They also talk about Anthony’s lifelong love of stories and storytelling, and his future projects. Torrent is available for checkout from the library and for purchase from your favorite bookstore.

Later, Erin and Mariam talk about Mariam’s long March to-be-read list, and highlights of programs being hosted at all library branches in March 2026.

]]> Survival, grief, stories, storytelling, local authors, Lexington Kentucky authors, writing, thriller books, thriller, library programs, to be read lists, fiction, non-fiction, Lexington Public Library, Lexington Public Library Lexington Kentucky No In Conversation with Frank X. Walker (2026) 24 24 In Conversation with Frank X. Walker (2026) full ce670d9e-efaf-40bf-a410-f2e56c86d6af https://share.transistor.fm/s/2bd1b47a This episode is an archive recording of a live event held February 12, 2026. 


Mariam sits down with acclaimed poet, author, and educator Frank X Walker, a pioneer of the Affrilachian literary movement and former Kentucky Poet Laureate. Professor Walker shares insights from his groundbreaking work, discusses the power of storytelling in shaping cultural identity, and reflects on his journey as a writer and advocate for Appalachian voices. Following the conversation, Professor Walker reads some of his poetry and participates in an audience Q&A session, in which attendees engage directly with Professor Walker and explore his perspectives on literature, history, and community.

This episode has only been lightly edited from its original live content, including some setup audio removal and audio mastering. Some audience members chose not to ask their questions with the microphone, but the answers to their questions are preserved in this recording.

]]> This episode is an archive recording of a live event held February 12, 2026. 


Mariam sits down with acclaimed poet, author, and educator Frank X Walker, a pioneer of the Affrilachian literary movement and former Kentucky Poet Laureate. Professor Walker shares insights from his groundbreaking work, discusses the power of storytelling in shaping cultural identity, and reflects on his journey as a writer and advocate for Appalachian voices. Following the conversation, Professor Walker reads some of his poetry and participates in an audience Q&A session, in which attendees engage directly with Professor Walker and explore his perspectives on literature, history, and community.

This episode has only been lightly edited from its original live content, including some setup audio removal and audio mastering. Some audience members chose not to ask their questions with the microphone, but the answers to their questions are preserved in this recording.

]]> Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:04:50 -0500 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 4914 This episode is an archive recording of a live event held February 12, 2026. 


Mariam sits down with acclaimed poet, author, and educator Frank X Walker, a pioneer of the Affrilachian literary movement and former Kentucky Poet Laureate. Professor Walker shares insights from his groundbreaking work, discusses the power of storytelling in shaping cultural identity, and reflects on his journey as a writer and advocate for Appalachian voices. Following the conversation, Professor Walker reads some of his poetry and participates in an audience Q&A session, in which attendees engage directly with Professor Walker and explore his perspectives on literature, history, and community.

This episode has only been lightly edited from its original live content, including some setup audio removal and audio mastering. Some audience members chose not to ask their questions with the microphone, but the answers to their questions are preserved in this recording.

]]> Kentucky Poet Laureate, Frank X Walker, Affrilachian poetry, local poet, local author, local educator, storytelling, African American history, African American stories, poetry, poetry reading, Lexington Public Library Lexington Kentucky, Lexington Kentucky No They All Fall the Same: A Conversation with Wes Browne (2026) 23 23 They All Fall the Same: A Conversation with Wes Browne (2026) full 82f1eab5-7248-49ba-ba65-fdf081e7b24a https://share.transistor.fm/s/e4f46928 Mariam sits down with Wes Browne, author of Hillbilly Hustle and They All Fall the Same, to discuss both of his books, his writing journey and how his work is influenced by Appalachian Kentucky and his background as an attorney. Wes talks about how becoming a part owner in a pizza shop in Richmond influenced the story of his first book, and how a fan-favorite character from Hillbilly Hustle became the focus of They All Fall the Same, with the background of actual Kentucky events in 2020. Hillbilly Hustle and They All Fall the Same are available for checkout and purchase from your favorite local bookstore.


Later, Erin and Mariam talk about highlights of upcoming January releases, and January programming. The Art Beat calendar can be found on our website.

]]> Mariam sits down with Wes Browne, author of Hillbilly Hustle and They All Fall the Same, to discuss both of his books, his writing journey and how his work is influenced by Appalachian Kentucky and his background as an attorney. Wes talks about how becoming a part owner in a pizza shop in Richmond influenced the story of his first book, and how a fan-favorite character from Hillbilly Hustle became the focus of They All Fall the Same, with the background of actual Kentucky events in 2020. Hillbilly Hustle and They All Fall the Same are available for checkout and purchase from your favorite local bookstore.


Later, Erin and Mariam talk about highlights of upcoming January releases, and January programming. The Art Beat calendar can be found on our website.

]]> Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:33:30 -0500 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 3359 Mariam sits down with Wes Browne, author of Hillbilly Hustle and They All Fall the Same, to discuss both of his books, his writing journey and how his work is influenced by Appalachian Kentucky and his background as an attorney. Wes talks about how becoming a part owner in a pizza shop in Richmond influenced the story of his first book, and how a fan-favorite character from Hillbilly Hustle became the focus of They All Fall the Same, with the background of actual Kentucky events in 2020. Hillbilly Hustle and They All Fall the Same are available for checkout and purchase from your favorite local bookstore.


Later, Erin and Mariam talk about highlights of upcoming January releases, and January programming. The Art Beat calendar can be found on our website.

]]> Local author, Kentucky Author, Wes Browne, Hillbilly Hustle, Kentucky fiction, Appalachian fiction, They All Fall the Same, Kentucky Storytelling, Kentucky stories, Kentucky writers, Kentucky writing, book recommendations, library programs, Lexington Public Library Lexington Kentucky, Lexington Kentucky No 741.5 - Graphic Novels with Bill Widener (2025) 22 22 741.5 - Graphic Novels with Bill Widener (2025) full 40f385b1-776c-470b-9bc8-eaf46f864255 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d4b16b17 Mariam sits down with our own Bill Widener to chat about his graphic novel review publication for the library, 741.5 and his work selecting graphic novels for the library’s collection. He also DJ’s at WRFL, the University of Kentucky’s student-run radio station. They discuss trends in graphic novel publishing, and highlights some of Bill’s favorite titles and recommendations. The full archive of Bill’s 741.5 publication is available on our website, and his show on WRFL is Phantom Power Double Hour, 6-8 PM, Fridays, on 88.1 FM WRFL or online at wrfl.fm. 

Later, Erin and Mariam talk about programs at the library for December, particularly during the school break, and books coming out in January 2026. Thank you for joining us this year on Turning the Page!

]]> Mariam sits down with our own Bill Widener to chat about his graphic novel review publication for the library, 741.5 and his work selecting graphic novels for the library’s collection. He also DJ’s at WRFL, the University of Kentucky’s student-run radio station. They discuss trends in graphic novel publishing, and highlights some of Bill’s favorite titles and recommendations. The full archive of Bill’s 741.5 publication is available on our website, and his show on WRFL is Phantom Power Double Hour, 6-8 PM, Fridays, on 88.1 FM WRFL or online at wrfl.fm. 

Later, Erin and Mariam talk about programs at the library for December, particularly during the school break, and books coming out in January 2026. Thank you for joining us this year on Turning the Page!

]]> Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:28:29 -0500 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 2276 Mariam sits down with our own Bill Widener to chat about his graphic novel review publication for the library, 741.5 and his work selecting graphic novels for the library’s collection. He also DJ’s at WRFL, the University of Kentucky’s student-run radio station. They discuss trends in graphic novel publishing, and highlights some of Bill’s favorite titles and recommendations. The full archive of Bill’s 741.5 publication is available on our website, and his show on WRFL is Phantom Power Double Hour, 6-8 PM, Fridays, on 88.1 FM WRFL or online at wrfl.fm. 

Later, Erin and Mariam talk about programs at the library for December, particularly during the school break, and books coming out in January 2026. Thank you for joining us this year on Turning the Page!

]]> Graphic Novels, Comic Books, Manga, Manhwa, Publishing, 741.5, Bill Widener, local artists, book recommendations, library programs, Lexington Kentucky, Lexington Public Library Lexington Kentucky No Secret Lexington: A Conversation with Fiona Young-Brown (2025) 21 21 Secret Lexington: A Conversation with Fiona Young-Brown (2025) full ce9ba288-81ff-456c-b0d0-28560a5786d9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7cbb035f Mariam sits down with local author Fiona Young-Brown about her newest book Secret Lexington: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful and Obscure. They talk about what brought Fiona to Kentucky from the UK and her writing process while discussing a few of the places highlighted in the book. Secret Lexington is available for checkout and for purchase from your favorite bookstore or from the publisher.


Later, Mariam highlights some memoirs coming out in November, and Erin highlights just a few of the programs happening at the library this month.

]]> Mariam sits down with local author Fiona Young-Brown about her newest book Secret Lexington: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful and Obscure. They talk about what brought Fiona to Kentucky from the UK and her writing process while discussing a few of the places highlighted in the book. Secret Lexington is available for checkout and for purchase from your favorite bookstore or from the publisher.


Later, Mariam highlights some memoirs coming out in November, and Erin highlights just a few of the programs happening at the library this month.

]]> Thu, 06 Nov 2025 15:53:08 -0500 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 1989 Mariam sits down with local author Fiona Young-Brown about her newest book Secret Lexington: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful and Obscure. They talk about what brought Fiona to Kentucky from the UK and her writing process while discussing a few of the places highlighted in the book. Secret Lexington is available for checkout and for purchase from your favorite bookstore or from the publisher.


Later, Mariam highlights some memoirs coming out in November, and Erin highlights just a few of the programs happening at the library this month.

]]> Secret Lexington, Lexington history, Weird history, weird Lexington, local history, storytelling, writers, writing, book recommendations, library programs, Lexington Kentucky, Lexington Public Library Lexington Kentucky No Haunted Libraries with Courtney Block (2025) 20 20 Haunted Libraries with Courtney Block (2025) full cd5a6e7f-3f06-4a81-ae7d-f7252ef52ed0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b70107b5 On this episode of Turning the Page, Courtney Block, academic librarian and author joins us by phone to talk about her upcoming work, Inside the World's Haunted Libraries. She and Mariam discuss the inspiration for her work, and how her academic background and work as a university reference librarian informs her view into the paranormal.

In the second half of the episode, Mariam tells us about the two books that have her attention this month, I Just Wish I had Bigger Kitchen by Kate Strickler, and Silas House's new murder mystery set in Kentucky titled Dead Man Blues. Erin talks about the library's busy October, and highlights several programs happening over the month.

]]> On this episode of Turning the Page, Courtney Block, academic librarian and author joins us by phone to talk about her upcoming work, Inside the World's Haunted Libraries. She and Mariam discuss the inspiration for her work, and how her academic background and work as a university reference librarian informs her view into the paranormal.

In the second half of the episode, Mariam tells us about the two books that have her attention this month, I Just Wish I had Bigger Kitchen by Kate Strickler, and Silas House's new murder mystery set in Kentucky titled Dead Man Blues. Erin talks about the library's busy October, and highlights several programs happening over the month.

]]> Tue, 30 Sep 2025 12:53:03 -0400 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 1681 On this episode of Turning the Page, Courtney Block, academic librarian and author joins us by phone to talk about her upcoming work, Inside the World's Haunted Libraries. She and Mariam discuss the inspiration for her work, and how her academic background and work as a university reference librarian informs her view into the paranormal.

In the second half of the episode, Mariam tells us about the two books that have her attention this month, I Just Wish I had Bigger Kitchen by Kate Strickler, and Silas House's new murder mystery set in Kentucky titled Dead Man Blues. Erin talks about the library's busy October, and highlights several programs happening over the month.

]]> ghosts, paranormal, libraries, hauntings, haunted libraries, book talk, books, book recommendations, writing, storytelling, libraries, library programs, Lexington Public Library, Lexington KY No Teen Howl (2025) 19 19 Teen Howl (2025) full 2c321e37-ebe0-40ce-897a-5216ec3f7d74 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9a874edd Mariam sits down with Teen Howl host Jessica Taylor and Teen Howler Grace Tomazic about the Teen Howl Poetry Series for Lexington’s under-21 poets. Jessica tells us about her experience in the Teen Howl program, then taking it over in recent years. Grace tells us about her recent Teen Howl experience, and reads one of her poems called “Hungover”. This poem deals with adult themes and has adult language, so listener’s discretion is advised.


Smudged: Teen Howl Anthology 2025 will be available at the library.


Later, Erin and Mariam talk about upcoming book releases and library programs in August.

]]> Mariam sits down with Teen Howl host Jessica Taylor and Teen Howler Grace Tomazic about the Teen Howl Poetry Series for Lexington’s under-21 poets. Jessica tells us about her experience in the Teen Howl program, then taking it over in recent years. Grace tells us about her recent Teen Howl experience, and reads one of her poems called “Hungover”. This poem deals with adult themes and has adult language, so listener’s discretion is advised.


Smudged: Teen Howl Anthology 2025 will be available at the library.


Later, Erin and Mariam talk about upcoming book releases and library programs in August.

]]> Tue, 12 Aug 2025 16:10:13 -0400 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 1909 Mariam sits down with Teen Howl host Jessica Taylor and Teen Howler Grace Tomazic about the Teen Howl Poetry Series for Lexington’s under-21 poets. Jessica tells us about her experience in the Teen Howl program, then taking it over in recent years. Grace tells us about her recent Teen Howl experience, and reads one of her poems called “Hungover”. This poem deals with adult themes and has adult language, so listener’s discretion is advised.


Smudged: Teen Howl Anthology 2025 will be available at the library.


Later, Erin and Mariam talk about upcoming book releases and library programs in August.

]]> Poetry, local poems, library programs, book recommendations, local poets, Teen Howl, Lexington Public Library, Lexington KY No Podcasting with Jennifer Longworth (2025) 18 18 Podcasting with Jennifer Longworth (2025) full 4ad9821f-8a38-4951-a6e6-d6981af22ef5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fc61f040 In this live event recording, Mariam talks with Jennifer Longworth of Bourbon Barrel Podcasting about her career in podcasting and her new book Build a Strong Podcast: From Creation to Captivated audience. Later, Jennifer takes questions from our live audience.

Build a Strong Podcast is available for checkout from the library, and for purchase at your favorite bookstore.


As this is an archive of a live event, the episode has only been lightly edited for clarity and audio quality. 

]]> In this live event recording, Mariam talks with Jennifer Longworth of Bourbon Barrel Podcasting about her career in podcasting and her new book Build a Strong Podcast: From Creation to Captivated audience. Later, Jennifer takes questions from our live audience.

Build a Strong Podcast is available for checkout from the library, and for purchase at your favorite bookstore.


As this is an archive of a live event, the episode has only been lightly edited for clarity and audio quality. 

]]> Tue, 15 Jul 2025 11:46:12 -0400 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 1623 In this live event recording, Mariam talks with Jennifer Longworth of Bourbon Barrel Podcasting about her career in podcasting and her new book Build a Strong Podcast: From Creation to Captivated audience. Later, Jennifer takes questions from our live audience.

Build a Strong Podcast is available for checkout from the library, and for purchase at your favorite bookstore.


As this is an archive of a live event, the episode has only been lightly edited for clarity and audio quality. 

]]> Podcasting, local author, local podcaster, live audience, live recording, storytelling, Lexington KY, Lexington Public Library Lexington Kentucky No Plant-Based Himalaya with Babita Shrestha (2025) 17 17 Plant-Based Himalaya with Babita Shrestha (2025) full 8e674668-420a-429e-8bbf-5666822030d4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/90999fb4 Join Mariam in conversation with Babita Shrestha, author and chef behind Plant Based Himalaya, a vegan cookbook centered on Nepali food. They talk about Babita’s upbringing in Nepal, cooking with her mother, and how her cooking style has adapted over the years and with the different places she’s lived. Plant Based Himalaya is available for checkout from the library and for purchase from your favorite bookstore.


Later, Erin and Mariam discuss upcoming books and programs they’re excited about for June. 

]]> Join Mariam in conversation with Babita Shrestha, author and chef behind Plant Based Himalaya, a vegan cookbook centered on Nepali food. They talk about Babita’s upbringing in Nepal, cooking with her mother, and how her cooking style has adapted over the years and with the different places she’s lived. Plant Based Himalaya is available for checkout from the library and for purchase from your favorite bookstore.


Later, Erin and Mariam discuss upcoming books and programs they’re excited about for June. 

]]> Tue, 03 Jun 2025 12:00:00 -0400 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 1759 Join Mariam in conversation with Babita Shrestha, author and chef behind Plant Based Himalaya, a vegan cookbook centered on Nepali food. They talk about Babita’s upbringing in Nepal, cooking with her mother, and how her cooking style has adapted over the years and with the different places she’s lived. Plant Based Himalaya is available for checkout from the library and for purchase from your favorite bookstore.


Later, Erin and Mariam discuss upcoming books and programs they’re excited about for June. 

]]> Food, Nepali cooking, cooking, ethnic food, vegan, vegan cooking, Nepal, travel, chef, plant based, plant forward, seasonal food, local chef, local author, Lexington Kentucky, Lexington Public Library Lexington Kentucky No In Conversation with Nikky Finney (2025) 16 16 In Conversation with Nikky Finney (2025) full 9c9efd72-45d2-4953-a06c-7fb68d77c97b https://share.transistor.fm/s/ba757c5c Renowned poet and professor Nikky Finney has spent her career illuminating the Southern cultural and political heritage of Black people in ways that resonate throughout the country and world. Her ongoing legacy of poignant expression, indomitable truth, and devotion to social justice has enriched the country and world. Join us for this rare opportunity as part of the 250 LEX events to hear about her journey as a writer and becoming an award winning literary icon.


This is episode is a recording of the live event on April 9, 2025. It is presented in its entirety with only minor edits for audio quality. Some parts of the question and answer portion are quiet, but we’ve made every effort to make them louder without sacrificing audio quality.

]]> Renowned poet and professor Nikky Finney has spent her career illuminating the Southern cultural and political heritage of Black people in ways that resonate throughout the country and world. Her ongoing legacy of poignant expression, indomitable truth, and devotion to social justice has enriched the country and world. Join us for this rare opportunity as part of the 250 LEX events to hear about her journey as a writer and becoming an award winning literary icon.


This is episode is a recording of the live event on April 9, 2025. It is presented in its entirety with only minor edits for audio quality. Some parts of the question and answer portion are quiet, but we’ve made every effort to make them louder without sacrificing audio quality.

]]> Tue, 06 May 2025 11:30:00 -0400 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 4312 Renowned poet and professor Nikky Finney has spent her career illuminating the Southern cultural and political heritage of Black people in ways that resonate throughout the country and world. Her ongoing legacy of poignant expression, indomitable truth, and devotion to social justice has enriched the country and world. Join us for this rare opportunity as part of the 250 LEX events to hear about her journey as a writer and becoming an award winning literary icon.


This is episode is a recording of the live event on April 9, 2025. It is presented in its entirety with only minor edits for audio quality. Some parts of the question and answer portion are quiet, but we’ve made every effort to make them louder without sacrificing audio quality.

]]> Nikky Finney, poetry, poet, Black stories, Black poets, storytelling, poetry readings, Civil Rights, Civil Rights Movement, activism, libraries, Lexington Public Library Lexington Kentucky, Lexington KY No A Conversation with Mariama J. Lockington (2025) 15 15 A Conversation with Mariama J. Lockington (2025) full d30063f9-db33-4eff-99a3-078306433e92 https://share.transistor.fm/s/31bafa71 Mariam sits down with Mariama J. Lockington, local Stonewall Honor and Schneider Family Book Award winning middle-grade and YA poet and novelist. They discuss Mariama’s experiences as a transracial adoptee, and how her lived experiences influenced her debut novel For Black Girls like Me. Mariama gives us a sneak peak of her highly anticipated fourth novel, out in October 2025, I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm, a cozy YA love story between two girls who strike a fake dating deal, until real sparks begin to fly between them. Mariama’s books are available for checkout from the library, and for purchase from your favorite bookstore.


Later, Erin and Mariam talk about two new releases Mariam enjoyed in March. They also talk about the library’s upcoming Community Read for the month of May, Happiness Falls by Angie Kim. Happiness Falls and its book kits are available for checkout now. Finally, Erin tells us about upcoming April programs at the library, including our book clubs and their book picks.

]]> Mariam sits down with Mariama J. Lockington, local Stonewall Honor and Schneider Family Book Award winning middle-grade and YA poet and novelist. They discuss Mariama’s experiences as a transracial adoptee, and how her lived experiences influenced her debut novel For Black Girls like Me. Mariama gives us a sneak peak of her highly anticipated fourth novel, out in October 2025, I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm, a cozy YA love story between two girls who strike a fake dating deal, until real sparks begin to fly between them. Mariama’s books are available for checkout from the library, and for purchase from your favorite bookstore.


Later, Erin and Mariam talk about two new releases Mariam enjoyed in March. They also talk about the library’s upcoming Community Read for the month of May, Happiness Falls by Angie Kim. Happiness Falls and its book kits are available for checkout now. Finally, Erin tells us about upcoming April programs at the library, including our book clubs and their book picks.

]]> Tue, 08 Apr 2025 16:47:18 -0400 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 2068 Mariam sits down with Mariama J. Lockington, local Stonewall Honor and Schneider Family Book Award winning middle-grade and YA poet and novelist. They discuss Mariama’s experiences as a transracial adoptee, and how her lived experiences influenced her debut novel For Black Girls like Me. Mariama gives us a sneak peak of her highly anticipated fourth novel, out in October 2025, I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm, a cozy YA love story between two girls who strike a fake dating deal, until real sparks begin to fly between them. Mariama’s books are available for checkout from the library, and for purchase from your favorite bookstore.


Later, Erin and Mariam talk about two new releases Mariam enjoyed in March. They also talk about the library’s upcoming Community Read for the month of May, Happiness Falls by Angie Kim. Happiness Falls and its book kits are available for checkout now. Finally, Erin tells us about upcoming April programs at the library, including our book clubs and their book picks.

]]> Local author, Black stories, LGBTQ stories, mental health stories, poetry, books, book recommendations, adoption, transracial adoption, joy, Stonewall Honor Book, Schneider Family Book Award, Lexington Public Library, 250Lex, Lexington Kentucky No Back to Blue Holly: An Interview with Beth Pride (2025) 14 14 Back to Blue Holly: An Interview with Beth Pride (2025) full cce4b0dc-49c8-4bf1-b915-f1ccf1443f4e https://share.transistor.fm/s/97281e16 Mariam has a chat with Beth Pride, local author of the nationally celebrated Common Wealth of Kentucky project, about her newly released debut novel, Back to Blue Holly. They talk about Beth’s inspirations for the setting and the community in Blue Holly, a fictional small town in Kentucky, and the warmth of the Kentucky writing community. Back to Blue Holly is available for checkout from the library and for purchase at bethpride.com


After the interview, Erin and Mariam talk about the two upcoming March releases Mariam is most excited for, and a selection of programs at the end of March as part of Lexington’s 250Lex celebration.


]]> Mariam has a chat with Beth Pride, local author of the nationally celebrated Common Wealth of Kentucky project, about her newly released debut novel, Back to Blue Holly. They talk about Beth’s inspirations for the setting and the community in Blue Holly, a fictional small town in Kentucky, and the warmth of the Kentucky writing community. Back to Blue Holly is available for checkout from the library and for purchase at bethpride.com


After the interview, Erin and Mariam talk about the two upcoming March releases Mariam is most excited for, and a selection of programs at the end of March as part of Lexington’s 250Lex celebration.


]]> Tue, 11 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0400 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 1463 Mariam has a chat with Beth Pride, local author of the nationally celebrated Common Wealth of Kentucky project, about her newly released debut novel, Back to Blue Holly. They talk about Beth’s inspirations for the setting and the community in Blue Holly, a fictional small town in Kentucky, and the warmth of the Kentucky writing community. Back to Blue Holly is available for checkout from the library and for purchase at bethpride.com


After the interview, Erin and Mariam talk about the two upcoming March releases Mariam is most excited for, and a selection of programs at the end of March as part of Lexington’s 250Lex celebration.


]]> Local author, Back to Blue Holly, Kentucky fiction, southern fiction, books, Beth Pride, women’s fiction, book talk, book recommendations, writing, storytelling, libraries, library programs, Lexington Public Library, Lexington KY, 250Lex No Pineville Trace: An Interview with Wes Blake (2025) 13 13 Pineville Trace: An Interview with Wes Blake (2025) full 879126c7-e786-4891-8264-f1decd237fc5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/334cb3a7 Mariam sits down with Wes Blake to discuss his debut book, Pineville Trace, a novella collection of flash fiction about Frank, a prison escapee and former revival preacher, and his cat companion Buffalo. They discuss the novella as a form, how so often Kentucky’s landscape becomes a character in works by Kentucky authors, and Wes reads an excerpt of his book. Pineville Trace is available for checkout from the library and for purchase at your local bookstore.


After the interview, Erin and Mariam talk about upcoming book releases for February, as well as programs available at the library for the 250Lex celebration in February.

]]> Mariam sits down with Wes Blake to discuss his debut book, Pineville Trace, a novella collection of flash fiction about Frank, a prison escapee and former revival preacher, and his cat companion Buffalo. They discuss the novella as a form, how so often Kentucky’s landscape becomes a character in works by Kentucky authors, and Wes reads an excerpt of his book. Pineville Trace is available for checkout from the library and for purchase at your local bookstore.


After the interview, Erin and Mariam talk about upcoming book releases for February, as well as programs available at the library for the 250Lex celebration in February.

]]> Wed, 05 Feb 2025 16:53:20 -0500 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 2026 Mariam sits down with Wes Blake to discuss his debut book, Pineville Trace, a novella collection of flash fiction about Frank, a prison escapee and former revival preacher, and his cat companion Buffalo. They discuss the novella as a form, how so often Kentucky’s landscape becomes a character in works by Kentucky authors, and Wes reads an excerpt of his book. Pineville Trace is available for checkout from the library and for purchase at your local bookstore.


After the interview, Erin and Mariam talk about upcoming book releases for February, as well as programs available at the library for the 250Lex celebration in February.

]]> Local author, Kentucky stories, fiction, flash fiction, novella, Wes Blake, Pineville Trace, book talk, books, book recommendations, writing, storytelling, libraries, library programs, Lexington Public Library, Lexington KY, Lex250 No Welcome Back! (2025) 12 12 Welcome Back! (2025) full 8c7aa639-15d2-42e3-a404-8d140e4d1463 https://share.transistor.fm/s/38d343b2 Mariam joins Erin to host this new edition of Turning the Page. Mariam interviews local author Laurel McKinley about her writing process, the inspiration from her own life for her Echoes trilogy, and her upcoming projects. Her books are available for checkout at the library and for purchase from your local bookstore. Afterward, Erin and Mariam talk about upcoming book releases for January and February, and library programs for the celebration of Lexington’s 250th anniversary.

]]> Mariam joins Erin to host this new edition of Turning the Page. Mariam interviews local author Laurel McKinley about her writing process, the inspiration from her own life for her Echoes trilogy, and her upcoming projects. Her books are available for checkout at the library and for purchase from your local bookstore. Afterward, Erin and Mariam talk about upcoming book releases for January and February, and library programs for the celebration of Lexington’s 250th anniversary.

]]> Tue, 14 Jan 2025 16:09:02 -0500 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 1320 Mariam joins Erin to host this new edition of Turning the Page. Mariam interviews local author Laurel McKinley about her writing process, the inspiration from her own life for her Echoes trilogy, and her upcoming projects. Her books are available for checkout at the library and for purchase from your local bookstore. Afterward, Erin and Mariam talk about upcoming book releases for January and February, and library programs for the celebration of Lexington’s 250th anniversary.

]]> Local author, YA author, romance, mystery, fantasy, romantasy, book talk, books, book recommendations, writing, storytelling, libraries, library programs, Lexington Public Library, Lexington KY, Lex250 No Beach Reads! (2023) 11 11 Beach Reads! (2023) full 53c50636-e725-4d52-916b-a66019747c2c https://share.transistor.fm/s/aab2bb78 Jennifer and Erin discuss upcoming and current book releases perfect for reading over the summer. They also talk about big program highlights for June and July 2023.

]]> Jennifer and Erin discuss upcoming and current book releases perfect for reading over the summer. They also talk about big program highlights for June and July 2023.

]]> Thu, 01 Jun 2023 15:00:00 -0400 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 1877 Jennifer and Erin discuss upcoming and current book releases perfect for reading over the summer. They also talk about big program highlights for June and July 2023.

]]> books, book recommendations, summer reads, summer titles, new releases, Lexington Public Library, Lexington Kentucky No Poetry Chat! (2023) 10 10 Poetry Chat! (2023) full f2e11ff6-3657-46c8-9e04-3abe4dcd14db https://share.transistor.fm/s/5d3611e0 Jennifer and Erin talk about poetry well after National Poetry Month. They discuss their different exposures to poetry growing up, memorizing and reciting Annabel Lee in grade school, and give some recommendations for their favorite poems.

 

Savannah Sipple-McGraw joins us again to read from her work WWJD and Other Poems, which explores what it is to be a queer woman in Appalachia and is rooted in its culture and in her body.

 

Danni Quintos read selections from her work Two Brown Dots when she joined us last December. Two Brown Dots explores what it means to be a racially ambiguous, multiethnic, Asian American woman growing up in Kentucky.

 

Both sets of poems deal with sometimes heavy emotions around identity and self, so please take care of yourself. The poems are individually chaptered if you need to skip one.

]]> Jennifer and Erin talk about poetry well after National Poetry Month. They discuss their different exposures to poetry growing up, memorizing and reciting Annabel Lee in grade school, and give some recommendations for their favorite poems.

 

Savannah Sipple-McGraw joins us again to read from her work WWJD and Other Poems, which explores what it is to be a queer woman in Appalachia and is rooted in its culture and in her body.

 

Danni Quintos read selections from her work Two Brown Dots when she joined us last December. Two Brown Dots explores what it means to be a racially ambiguous, multiethnic, Asian American woman growing up in Kentucky.

 

Both sets of poems deal with sometimes heavy emotions around identity and self, so please take care of yourself. The poems are individually chaptered if you need to skip one.

]]> Tue, 23 May 2023 16:00:00 -0400 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 1818 Jennifer and Erin talk about poetry well after National Poetry Month. They discuss their different exposures to poetry growing up, memorizing and reciting Annabel Lee in grade school, and give some recommendations for their favorite poems.

 

Savannah Sipple-McGraw joins us again to read from her work WWJD and Other Poems, which explores what it is to be a queer woman in Appalachia and is rooted in its culture and in her body.

 

Danni Quintos read selections from her work Two Brown Dots when she joined us last December. Two Brown Dots explores what it means to be a racially ambiguous, multiethnic, Asian American woman growing up in Kentucky.

 

Both sets of poems deal with sometimes heavy emotions around identity and self, so please take care of yourself. The poems are individually chaptered if you need to skip one.

]]> poetry, poetry readings, local poets, Kentucky poets, books, book recommendations, Lexington KY, Lexington Public Library No Hannah Allen, Quilter & Girls Who Podcast (2023) 9 9 Hannah Allen, Quilter & Girls Who Podcast (2023) full a11c27d8-8dd2-45da-b596-af9713780fdb https://share.transistor.fm/s/318f5e5e Jennifer interviews Hannah Allen, local Lexington artist specializing in quilts, and Erin and Jennifer host a special segment for Women's History Month. Hannah recently completed an artist in residency for the Department of Finance of Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government. She and Jennifer discuss her artistic background and her work with Lexington Public Library in the Makerspace at Eastside Branch. 

 

Erin and Jennifer talk with librarians Juniper, Cecilee and Brooke about the “Girls Who” teen program celebrating non-traditional careers for women and gender minorities during Women’s History Month. As part of the Girls Who program, Juniper, Brooke and Cecilee flip the script and interview Jennifer and Erin about podcasting.

The "Girls Who Podcast" segment references the following study: Werner JL, Lewiss RE, Pensa G, McGregor AJ. Women in Podcasting: We Should Tune In. Perm J. 2020 Sep;24:1-3. doi: 10.7812/TPP/19.241. PMID: 33482933; PMCID: PMC7849288 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7849288/

]]> Jennifer interviews Hannah Allen, local Lexington artist specializing in quilts, and Erin and Jennifer host a special segment for Women's History Month. Hannah recently completed an artist in residency for the Department of Finance of Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government. She and Jennifer discuss her artistic background and her work with Lexington Public Library in the Makerspace at Eastside Branch. 

 

Erin and Jennifer talk with librarians Juniper, Cecilee and Brooke about the “Girls Who” teen program celebrating non-traditional careers for women and gender minorities during Women’s History Month. As part of the Girls Who program, Juniper, Brooke and Cecilee flip the script and interview Jennifer and Erin about podcasting.

The "Girls Who Podcast" segment references the following study: Werner JL, Lewiss RE, Pensa G, McGregor AJ. Women in Podcasting: We Should Tune In. Perm J. 2020 Sep;24:1-3. doi: 10.7812/TPP/19.241. PMID: 33482933; PMCID: PMC7849288 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7849288/

]]> Mon, 27 Mar 2023 15:30:00 -0400 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 2429 Jennifer interviews Hannah Allen, local Lexington artist specializing in quilts, and Erin and Jennifer host a special segment for Women's History Month. Hannah recently completed an artist in residency for the Department of Finance of Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government. She and Jennifer discuss her artistic background and her work with Lexington Public Library in the Makerspace at Eastside Branch. 

 

Erin and Jennifer talk with librarians Juniper, Cecilee and Brooke about the “Girls Who” teen program celebrating non-traditional careers for women and gender minorities during Women’s History Month. As part of the Girls Who program, Juniper, Brooke and Cecilee flip the script and interview Jennifer and Erin about podcasting.

The "Girls Who Podcast" segment references the following study: Werner JL, Lewiss RE, Pensa G, McGregor AJ. Women in Podcasting: We Should Tune In. Perm J. 2020 Sep;24:1-3. doi: 10.7812/TPP/19.241. PMID: 33482933; PMCID: PMC7849288 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7849288/

]]> quilting, local artist, fiber arts, art, makerspace, experiential learning, libraries, women’s history, women’s history month, podcasting, book recommendations, Lexington KY, Lexington Public Library No A Conversation with Tyeshia Sturgis 8 8 A Conversation with Tyeshia Sturgis full b68efce4-aa70-46bc-aadc-3d736b57f928 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a9f3e343 Jennifer interviews local indie author Tyeshia Sturgis, also known as T.L Sturgis, about her decade-long career in writing, her approaches to writing in different genres, and her passion for mentoring new writers. Tyeshia also discusses how to become an indie author, and what a typical writing day looks like for her. Tyeshia’s works can be found on her website, www.tyeshiasturgis.com.

]]> Jennifer interviews local indie author Tyeshia Sturgis, also known as T.L Sturgis, about her decade-long career in writing, her approaches to writing in different genres, and her passion for mentoring new writers. Tyeshia also discusses how to become an indie author, and what a typical writing day looks like for her. Tyeshia’s works can be found on her website, www.tyeshiasturgis.com.

]]> Tue, 28 Feb 2023 19:00:00 -0500 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 1071 Jennifer interviews local indie author Tyeshia Sturgis, also known as T.L Sturgis, about her decade-long career in writing, her approaches to writing in different genres, and her passion for mentoring new writers. Tyeshia also discusses how to become an indie author, and what a typical writing day looks like for her. Tyeshia’s works can be found on her website, www.tyeshiasturgis.com.

]]> local author, indie publishing, self publishing, writing advice, poetry, fantasy, horror, thriller, writing, books, Lexington Public Library, Lexington, KY No A Conversation with Danni Quintos (2023) 7 7 A Conversation with Danni Quintos (2023) full 22129857-ab9b-4189-85df-7ae2ffddf127 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c09944e5 Jennifer talks with local poet Danni Quintos about her work and latest book release Two Brown Dots. They discuss her writing style for her poetry and her knitting. In Behind the Scenes, Erin hears from librarians Jennie and Mary about LPL After School. Danni closes the podcast with a reading from Two Brown Dots. Two Brown Dots is available for checkout from the library.

Learn More about LPL After School.

]]> Jennifer talks with local poet Danni Quintos about her work and latest book release Two Brown Dots. They discuss her writing style for her poetry and her knitting. In Behind the Scenes, Erin hears from librarians Jennie and Mary about LPL After School. Danni closes the podcast with a reading from Two Brown Dots. Two Brown Dots is available for checkout from the library.

Learn More about LPL After School.

]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2023 12:06:30 -0500 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 1282 Jennifer talks with local poet Danni Quintos about her work and latest book release Two Brown Dots. In Behind the Scenes, Erin hears from librarians Jennie and Mary about LPL After School. Danni closes the podcast with a reading from Two Brown Dots. Jennifer talks with local poet Danni Quintos about her work and latest book release Two Brown Dots. In Behind the Scenes, Erin hears from librarians Jennie and Mary about LPL After School. Danni closes the podcast with a reading from Two Brown Dots. Danni Quintos, local poet, local author, poetry, knitting, Lexington, Kentucky, Lexington Public Library, lexpublib.org, Books, Book recommendations, public libraries No Scary Tales with Lynn Hightower (2022) 6 6 Scary Tales with Lynn Hightower (2022) full 934579f3-7f02-4158-b7a8-2eb698256ef0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6db9d07e Jennifer welcomes back Lynn Hightower to discuss more about her book, The Enlightenment Project and her own experiences with the supernatural. Lynn closes the podcast with a reading from The Enlightenment Project. The Enlightenment Project is available for check out, and is now out in paperback.

The song "Something Scary is Behind Us" by Paweł Feszczuk is used under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License

]]> Jennifer welcomes back Lynn Hightower to discuss more about her book, The Enlightenment Project and her own experiences with the supernatural. Lynn closes the podcast with a reading from The Enlightenment Project. The Enlightenment Project is available for check out, and is now out in paperback.

The song "Something Scary is Behind Us" by Paweł Feszczuk is used under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License

]]> Mon, 31 Oct 2022 12:00:00 -0400 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 1317 Jennifer welcomes back Lynn Hightower to discuss more about her book The Enlightenment Project and her own experiences with the supernatural. Lynn closes the podcast with a reading from The Enlightenment Project. Jennifer welcomes back Lynn Hightower to discuss more about her book The Enlightenment Project and her own experiences with the supernatural. Lynn closes the podcast with a reading from The Enlightenment Project. Lynn Hightower, The Enlightenment Project, local author, thriller author, possession, ghost stories, scary stories, supernatural, paranormal encounters, Lexington, Kentucky, Lexington Public Library, lexpublib.org, Books, Book recommendations, public libraries No An Interview with Kaitlyn Hill (2022) 5 5 An Interview with Kaitlyn Hill (2022) full 6aa0011b-b411-410d-ad94-3c73ac2238d2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6d45c6e1 Jennifer talks with local author Kaitlyn Hill about her debut YA novel “Love from Scratch” and her journey in publishing. Kaitlyn’s book is available for checkout from the library and for purchase wherever books and audiobooks are sold. On Behind the Scenes, Erin talks with Amanda Wheeler and Bryan Klausing about the library’s experiential learning spaces (the Digital Studio, the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab, and the Eastside Makerspace) and programs. 

]]> Jennifer talks with local author Kaitlyn Hill about her debut YA novel “Love from Scratch” and her journey in publishing. Kaitlyn’s book is available for checkout from the library and for purchase wherever books and audiobooks are sold. On Behind the Scenes, Erin talks with Amanda Wheeler and Bryan Klausing about the library’s experiential learning spaces (the Digital Studio, the Kloiber Foundation STEAM Lab, and the Eastside Makerspace) and programs. 

]]> Thu, 01 Sep 2022 12:00:00 -0400 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 2215 Jennifer talks with local author Kaitlyn Hill about her debut YA novel “Love from Scratch” and her journey in publishing. For Behind the Scenes, Erin talks with Amanda Wheeler and Bryan Klausing about the library’s experiential learning spaces and programs. Jennifer talks with local author Kaitlyn Hill about her debut YA novel “Love from Scratch” and her journey in publishing. For Behind the Scenes, Erin talks with Amanda Wheeler and Bryan Klausing about the library’s experiential learning spaces and program Young Adult Fiction, Young Adult Romance, Local Author, Kaitlyn Hill, STEAM, experiential learning, library programming, Lexington, Kentucky, Lexington Public Library, lexpublib.org, Books, Book recommendations, public libraries No An Interview with Savannah Sipple (2022) 4 4 An Interview with Savannah Sipple (2022) full 75728713-e9da-4284-be42-f84152c6249a https://share.transistor.fm/s/3f62823e Jennifer sits down with local poet, essayist and educator Savannah Sipple about her writing and career. They discuss Savannah’s inspirations, her favorite courses to teach in higher education, what she’s reading and what releases she’s looking forward to this year. Savannah’s poetry collection is available for checkout from the library and for purchase on her website. In Behind the Scenes, Erin talks with Lori Davis, Workforce Development Manager, about the Library’s workforce development programming and philosophy. 

]]> Jennifer sits down with local poet, essayist and educator Savannah Sipple about her writing and career. They discuss Savannah’s inspirations, her favorite courses to teach in higher education, what she’s reading and what releases she’s looking forward to this year. Savannah’s poetry collection is available for checkout from the library and for purchase on her website. In Behind the Scenes, Erin talks with Lori Davis, Workforce Development Manager, about the Library’s workforce development programming and philosophy. 

]]> Tue, 26 Jul 2022 13:20:10 -0400 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 1897 Jennifer sits down with local poet, essayist and educator Savannah Sipple about her writing and career. In Behind the Scenes, Erin talks with Lori Davis about the Library’s workforce development programming. Jennifer sits down with local poet, essayist and educator Savannah Sipple about her writing and career. In Behind the Scenes, Erin talks with Lori Davis about the Library’s workforce development programming. LGBTQ author, Poetry, Essays, local author, Appalachia, Workforce Development, library programming, Lexington, Kentucky, Lexington Public Library, lexpublib.org, Books, Book recommendations, public libraries No Summer Reads! (2022) 3 3 Summer Reads! (2022) full 330a655d-49c1-429a-988d-b1983e25b79f https://share.transistor.fm/s/b81d6864 Jennifer and Erin have combed through the summer’s most anticipated releases lists, and discuss the ones they’re looking forward to the most. Erin interviews Doug Tattershall about the library’s gallery spaces. 

]]> Jennifer and Erin have combed through the summer’s most anticipated releases lists, and discuss the ones they’re looking forward to the most. Erin interviews Doug Tattershall about the library’s gallery spaces. 

]]> Thu, 23 Jun 2022 12:00:00 -0400 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 1346 Jennifer and Erin have combed through the summer’s most anticipated releases lists, and discuss the ones they’re looking forward to the most. Erin interviews Doug Tattershall about the library’s gallery spaces. Jennifer and Erin have combed through the summer’s most anticipated releases lists, and discuss the ones they’re looking forward to the most. Erin interviews Doug Tattershall about the library’s gallery spaces. Beach Reads, Summer Reads, Art, Art Galleries, Lexington, Kentucky, Lexington Public Library, lexpublib.org, Books, Book recommendations, public libraries No A Conversation with Lynn Hightower (2022) 2 2 A Conversation with Lynn Hightower (2022) full 6ea30b9a-9cf3-4c10-a002-ed14df4dda8c https://share.transistor.fm/s/9e355b40 Jennifer interviews best-selling thriller author Lynn Hightower about her new release The Enlightenment Project.  Erin interviews Kelli Parmley about the library’s summer programming. 

]]> Jennifer interviews best-selling thriller author Lynn Hightower about her new release The Enlightenment Project.  Erin interviews Kelli Parmley about the library’s summer programming. 

]]> Thu, 19 May 2022 12:03:29 -0400 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 1379 Jennifer interviews best-selling thriller author Lynn Hightower about her new release The Enlightenment Project. Erin interviews Kelli Parmley about the library’s summer programming. Jennifer interviews best-selling thriller author Lynn Hightower about her new release The Enlightenment Project. Erin interviews Kelli Parmley about the library’s summer programming. Lynn Hightower, thriller author, local author, author interview, exorcisms, Lexington, Kentucky, Lexington Public Library, lexpublib.org, Books, Book recommendations, public libraries No A Discussion of The Sum of Us (2022) 1 1 A Discussion of The Sum of Us (2022) full e7919578-db31-4274-a895-6bb3796d72b6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/cc94f50f Jennifer hosts a staff discussion of the Lexington Public Library’s Community Read, The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs All of Us and How We Can Prosper Together by Heather McGhee. The Sum of Us is available for check out from any library location. Erin interviews AnnaMarie Cornett, Chief of Staff at the library, about diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in the new Behind the Scenes segment.

]]> Jennifer hosts a staff discussion of the Lexington Public Library’s Community Read, The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs All of Us and How We Can Prosper Together by Heather McGhee. The Sum of Us is available for check out from any library location. Erin interviews AnnaMarie Cornett, Chief of Staff at the library, about diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives in the new Behind the Scenes segment.

]]> Wed, 20 Apr 2022 12:00:00 -0400 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 2483 Jennifer hosts a staff discussion of the Lexington Public Library’s Community Read, The Sum of Us by Heather McGhee. Erin interviews AnnaMarie about DEI at the library. Jennifer hosts a staff discussion of the Lexington Public Library’s Community Read, The Sum of Us by Heather McGhee. Erin interviews AnnaMarie about DEI at the library. The Sum of Us, Heather McGee, Community Read, Lexington, Kentucky, Lexington Public Library, lexpublib.org, Books, Book recommendations, public libraries No Hello! We’re Turning the Page. 1 1 Hello! We’re Turning the Page. bonus 250ad369-cc2c-41ab-a285-9dfede645214 https://www.lexpublib.org/podcasts/turning-the-page Jennifer and producer Erin introduce Lexington Public Library’s brand new podcast.

]]> Jennifer and producer Erin introduce Lexington Public Library’s brand new podcast.

]]> Fri, 08 Apr 2022 10:32:31 -0400 Lexington Public Library Lexington Public Library 115 Jennifer and producer Erin introduce Lexington Public Library’s brand new podcast. Jennifer and producer Erin introduce Lexington Public Library’s brand new podcast. Lexington, Kentucky, Lexington Public Library, lexpublib.org, Books, Book recommendations, public libraries No