I Blame My Shelf
40 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsA monthly podcast brought to you by staff at the Hillsboro Public Library. We talk about about books, comics, gaming, TV, movies, and pop culture. We are committed to helping you find your next thing to read, watch, or play.
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BiblioBirders: Spring Birding at the Brookwood Library 🐦⬛🦆🪿
April 24, 2024 20:17 - 20 minutes - 27.9 MBKatherine and Jay, also known as the BiblioBirders, join the podcast to talk about all the birds you can find on the trails and in the ponds behind the Hillsboro Brookwood Library this spring. Here are the birds identified in this episode: Canada goose Cackling goose Wood duck Bufflehead American wigeon Mallard Hooded merganser Common merganser Northern shoveler Ring-necked duck Green-winged teal Eurasian wigeon Belted kingfisher Brewer's blackbird Cedar waxwing ...
TV FOMO: The First And Last Episodes Of Supernatural
March 21, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour - 103 MBThere will never be enough time in the day to watch all those television shows that people are always talking about, or to catch up on the ones you may have missed. But on today's podcast episode we experiment with a new way to alleviate TV FOMO, by only watching the first and last episode of a show. Does it do the trick? Can you go to parties and pretend you've seen the whole show? Find out as Jen, Brendan, and special guest Rob give it a try with Supernatural! Check out the whole show fr...
Hillsboro Reads 2024 - An Interview with Author Thien Pham
March 06, 2024 16:00 - 35 minutes - 49 MBThien Pham is a graphic novelist, comic artist, and educator based in Oakland, CA. He is the author and illustrator of the graphic novels Family Style and Sumo and did the art for the middle-grade graphic novel Level Up, written by Gene Luen Yang, and is an ongoing comic contributor to Eater SF. Currently Pham is working on his next graphic novel, teaching, and eating. A lot. His graphic memoir Family Style: Memories of an American from Vietnam is the Hillsboro Reads 2024 selection for young...
Hillsboro Reads 2024 - An Interview with Author Cindy Baldwin
March 04, 2024 16:00 - 27 minutes - 38.2 MBCindy Baldwin is the author of the critically acclaimed novels Where the Watermelons Grow, Beginners Welcome, The Stars of Whistling Ridge, and No Matter the Distance (a Junior Library Guild selection). Her book Where the Watermelons Grow is the Hillsboro Reads 2024 selection for young readers. Find Where the Watermelons Grow in the catalog here: https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S143C3312070 Hillsboro Reads 2024 runs from March 10th-14th. Learn more about Hillsboro Reads selecti...
Find Your Next Read: HPL Staff Picks the Best Books of 2023
January 03, 2024 14:45 - 16 minutes - 22.1 MBLooking for some great reads from 2023? Hillsboro Public Library staff share some of their favorites of the last year. Here's the list of titles from the podcast episode: https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/list/share/1297716497/2450904359
Holiday Movie Madness ❄️
December 07, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 79 MBGet your sleigh bells and airhorns ready, its time for the 2023 holiday movie showdown! Jen and Brendan browse the holiday collection at the library and put together a 32-movie bracket, March Madness-style. Only one movie can take it all, but which will it be? Tune in to find out! Check out our holiday movie collection here: https://tinyurl.com/2wyarzmr
Find Your Next Read: Winter Releases and LitRPGs
November 22, 2023 14:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MBFaeries and djinn, cooking and family secrets, romance and murder are all on the menu this Winter. Hosts Julie and Karen share some upcoming releases they’re excited about, and guest Phil joins them to talk about LitRPGs and why they're so hot right now. Here are some lists the books mentioned in this month’s episode: https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/list/share/1297716497/2424628159 https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/list/share/1250159517/2386357460 Music clip played is from the audioboo...
Find Your Next Read: Fall Releases and Haunted House Fiction
October 09, 2023 11:00 - 28 minutes - 39.8 MBWitches, ghosts, and curses, oh my! Find Your Next is back from hiatus with new hosts Julie and Karen to share some October and November new releases they’re excited about, and to take you on a tour of some spooky reads in a special segment on haunted houses. Here's a list of the books mentioned in this month’s episode: https://tinyurl.com/findyournexthauntedhouse
TV FOMO: The first and last episodes of The Sopranos
August 29, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 91.4 MBThere will never be enough time in the day to watch all those television shows that people are always talking about, or to catch up on the ones you may have missed. But on today's podcast episode we experiment with a new way to alleviate TV FOMO, by only watching the first and last episode of a show. Does it do the trick? Can you go to parties and pretend you've seen the whole show? Find out as Jen and Brendan give it a try with The Sopranos! Check out the whole show from the library here:...
Summertime at the Hillsboro Public Library 🌞📚
June 26, 2023 19:11 - 10 minutes - 13.9 MBFor this month's episode, we have library programming and outreach coordinators Rocío and Stacy on the podcast to talk about what is going on at the Hillsboro Public Library this summer. They discuss how to participate in our summer reading program and highlight some of the programs and events we have going on, both inside and outside our library branches. HPL's Summer Reading Program Hillsboro Public Library Summer Calendar Library on the Loose website
An Interview with Wallace the Book Bug
June 12, 2023 17:56 - 5 minutes - 7 MBWallace the Book Bug, the new WCCLS library mascot, stopped by the studio to give a rare interview, ruminating about his summers spent at the skate park, sharing his favorite new book trends, and giving an update on his SoundCloud. Check out a list of Wallace's favorite cat manga here.
Hillsboro Reads: Highlights from Renée Watson’s Keynote Address
March 09, 2023 19:28 - 20 minutes - 28.8 MBThe Hillsboro Public Library is so fortunate to have Renée Watson deliver the keynote address for the 2023 Hillsboro Reads Local Authors Celebration. Renée Watson is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, educator, and community activist. Her books have sold over one million copies. Her young adult novel, Piecing Me Together (Bloomsbury, 2017) received a Coretta Scott King Award and Newbery Honor. Her children's picture books and novels for teens have received several awards and internation...
TV FOMO: The first and last episodes of Buffy the Vampire Slayer 🧛♂️
October 31, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 78.5 MBThere will never be enough time in the day to watch all those television shows that people are always talking about, or to catch up on the ones you may have missed. But on today's podcast episode we experiment with a new way to alleviate TV FOMO, by only watching the first and last episode of a show. Does it do the trick? Can you go to parties and pretend you've seen the whole show? Find out as Jen and Brendan give it a try with Buffy the Vampire Slayer! Check out the whole show from the l...
Sizzling Summer Reads! ☀️📚⛱️
June 07, 2022 09:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBHosts Julie, Christie, and Karen are back with all the hottest reads coming out this summer! Inspired by this year's summer reading theme - Beyond the Beaten Path - they have middle grade, teen, and adult book suggestions that work for all your summer activities, from lounging on the beach or playing at the park to camping out or taking a family road trip. Enjoy! Here's a list of the books mentioned in this month’s episode: https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/list/share/1297716497/2117289759
Find Your Next Read: May Releases and Graphic Novels
May 03, 2022 09:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBFind Your Next hosts Christie and Julie are back to share some May new releases that have been getting some good buzz, and bring in Jen to share some of her favorite graphic novels. Here's a list of the books mentioned in this month’s episode: https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/list/share/1297716497/2095447739
Find Your Next Read: April Releases and National Poetry Month
April 05, 2022 09:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MBIt's National Poetry Month! In this episode of Find Your Next, hosts Christie and Julie discuss April new releases, and bring in Mary to share some of her favorite poets and collections. Here's a list of the books mentioned in this month’s episode: https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/list/share/1297716497_hillsboro_recommends/2073423149 Here are Mary's poetry recommendations for adults: https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/list/share/1282387487_hillsboro_maryd/2073456369 And for kids: https://wccls...
Find Your Next Read: March Releases and Audio Drama Podcasts
March 01, 2022 10:00 - 32 minutes - 26.1 MBFind Your Next hosts Christie and Julie are back in action to share some March releases, and bring in Elizabeth for a special segment on audio drama podcasts. Here's a list of the books mentioned in this month’s episode: https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/list/share/1297716497/2061383899 Here are the podcasts and book tie-ins Elizabeth discusses: https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/list/share/1312276837/2061404149
Find Your Next Read: February Releases and Paranormal Romance 💕🧛
February 01, 2022 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBFind Your Next hosts Christie and Julie are back to share some February releases that are sure to get your heart pounding, and bring in Elizabeth for a special segment on Paranormal Romance. Here's a list of the books mentioned in this month’s episode: https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/list/share/1297716497/2045880289
HPL Discovery: A Library of Things Radio Play
January 20, 2022 10:00 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBWhen things go disastrously wrong with a batch of cupcakes, it's up to science sleuths Mary and Rob to solve the problem with a little help from the Library of Things. Check out this list of Things mentioned in this episode: https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/list/share/1312276837_hillsboro_scififantasycollective/2037210759 Music in part by Kevin Lax (https://www.kevinlax.com/)
Find Your Next Read: January Releases and Popular Non-Fiction
January 04, 2022 10:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBA new year is upon us and hosts Christie and Julie return to the pod to talk about upcoming January releases, and Chris stops by to share some favorite non-fiction reads. Here's a list of all the books mentioned in this episode: https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/list/share/1297716497_hillsboro_recommends/2024601009
Find Your Next Read: HPL Staff Pick the Best Books of 2021
December 07, 2021 10:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBIn this episode, Hillsboro Public Library staff share their favorite reads published in 2021. As any book nerd knows, it's sometimes impossible to choose just one favorite, so we allowed everyone to pick up to two books. Click here to see a list of all books recommended this episode.
Find Your Next Read: November Releases and Cozy Reads
November 02, 2021 09:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBNovember is here and hosts Elena and Christie return to the pod to talk upcoming releases, and Jennifer stops by to discuss her favorite cozy reads and share some tips on how best to create a cozy atmosphere for reading. So pull up an armchair by the fireplace, wrap yourself in a snuggly blanket, and tune in for some great reading suggestions! Elena and Christie's list of November releases: https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/list/share/1297716497/1995379609 Jennifer's list of cozy reads: http...
My Hero Bibliotheca: A Manga and Anime Retrospective
October 19, 2021 09:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBHPL otaku Alanna, Molly, and Mary return to talk more manga and anime, taking a look back at this record-breaking year in manga sales and discussing their all-time favorite series, genres, and adaptations. Here is a catalog list of all the anime and manga referenced in this episode: https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/list/share/1945788509/1995322189
My Hero Bibliotheca: A Manga and Anime Retrospective
October 19, 2021 09:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBHPL otaku Alanna, Molly, and Mary return to talk more manga and anime, taking a look back at this record-breaking year in manga sales and discussing their all-time favorite series, genres, and adaptations.
Find Your Next Read: October Releases and Witchy Fiction
October 05, 2021 09:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBHosts Elena and Christie are back to talk about upcoming October releases, and bring in Karen to share some of her favorite titles from the witch fiction genre. So listen in and find your next read - we promise you'll be spellbound! Elena and Christie's list of October releases to get excited about: https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/list/share/1297716497/1980752479 Karen's list Witchy Reads: https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/list/share/1288223147/1982373979
Find Your Next Read: September Releases and Twisted Academia
September 07, 2021 09:00 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBLibrary staff Elena and Christie discuss September releases to get excited about, and Julie shares some creepy books set on academic campuses for all your back to school needs. Get ready to grow your "to be read" list! Elena and Christie's list of September releases: https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/list/share/1297716497/1965174139 Julie's list of Twisted Academia reads: https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/list/share/1322234217/1965283219
The HPL Summer Reading Spectacular! ☀️📚⛱️
June 01, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 40.9 MBFind out what the Hillsboro Public Library has planned for this summer, including our Summer Reading Program and Library on the Loose visits. We also take a look at upcoming books for adults and children that we are looking forward to, and grill the HPL Trivia Team with library-related trivia questions! Jump to these times for specific segments: 01:16 - Kids and Teen summer reading programs 10:45 - Adult summer reading program and book recommendations 26:19 - Book recommendations for ki...
Oregon Librarians Talk Comics
May 01, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MBOur latest podcast episode is a deep dive into comics and graphic novels in libraries, to help kick-off our new teen graphic novel book club starting in June! Librarians from around Oregon came together virtually in 2020 to discuss graphic novels, comics, and manga - what we like, what gets checked out, and what we are looking forward to most. Hopefully you find a few new titles to try out!
Library Staff Play My Little Pony: Tails of Equestria Storytelling Game 🦄🎲
March 01, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBIn November 2019, staff from the Hillsboro Public Library sat down to play the roleplaying game My Little Pony: Tails of Equestria. This is a great introductory roleplaying game for young ones and adults alike, and we wanted to show off how it works. The library has all the gamebooks you and your family needs to have your own adventure in Equestria, which you can find here: https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/list/share/1250159517_hillsboro_brendanl/1366997817 Watch the video version here: ht...
A Book That Changed My Life
December 23, 2020 15:00 - 50 minutes - 46.1 MBOn January 23, 2020, the Hillsboro Public Library hosted A Book That Changed My Life, an event that saw our community gather together to listen to and share stories about the books that have had a major impact on our lives. Special guest speakers include: Hillsboro City Manager Robby Hammond, Hillsboro School District Board Member Erika Lopez, the Madina Family, Hillsboro Library Board Member Rommel Rodriquez, and local author Erika Probst.
An Interview with Comic Creator Paul Tobin
August 11, 2020 08:00 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBBack in January 2020, graphic novelist Paul Tobin came to the Hillsboro Public Library for a Tea with the Author event. While visiting, he agreed to sit down for a few minutes to talk about his work, his creative process, and why Portland is such a great place to create comics. Paul is the author of many great graphic novels, including Bandette, Plants vs. Zombies, Colder, and I am the Cat.
Our Intrepid Explorers Sally Forth!
May 25, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBWelcome back to our Socially Distant Kanopy Watch Party! Jenny, Elizabeth, and Brendan do a deep dive on the 1985 film Explorers, taking you to the far distant reaches of space to see whether this movie holds up with the other kid adventure films of the 80's, or crumbles under the weight of its foam latex alien costumes.
A Socially Distant Kanopy Watch Party!
May 18, 2020 08:00 - 23 minutes - 43.3 MBJenny and Brendan return to the pod to explore Kanopy, the steaming video service you have access to with your WCCLS library card. They each pick out a few movie selections, discuss which ones they think would work well for a group watch, and land on a flick you'll (hopefully) love. So go on over to Kanopy, spend a credit to watch Explorers, and tune in to next week's episode to hear our reviews! Check out this list of all the Kanopy movies discussed in the episode.
Game Time: Board Games at the Library
February 20, 2020 20:37 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MBJoin Laura from Cedar Mill Library, Brendan from Hillsboro Public Library, and PJ from Washington County Cooperative Library Services (WCCLS) as they talk about why board games are such a great fit for public libraries, and discuss how our county library system got started circulating board games and ended up with almost 2,000 games and over 100,000 check outs to date! As a bonus, discover some of our favorite games to bring to the table! Laura: https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/user_profile/1...
Sci-Fi Gems, Old & New
January 22, 2020 19:57 - 26 minutes - 48.5 MBHillsboro Public Library's SciFi Fantasy Collective returns with a fantastic episode exploring what the Collective currently have on their nightstands, what they are looking forward to reading next, and mention some of their favorite scifi hidden gems. Check out the SciFi Fantasy Collective's lists here: https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/lists/show/1312276837
The ASMR Library
December 17, 2019 10:00 - 22 minutes - 30.5 MBJoin burgeoning ASMRtists Jenny and Brendan as they take you on an auditory journey through the library in an episode guaranteed to calm the mind and soothe the soul.
Looking for that Library Sound
December 17, 2019 10:00 - 22 minutes - 30.5 MBJoin burgeoning ASMRtists Jenny and Brendan as they take you on an auditory journey through the library in an episode guaranteed to calm the mind and soothe the soul.
A Brief Introduction to Manga & Anime
November 14, 2019 20:05 - 21 minutes - 39.5 MBResident otaku Molly and Alanna sit down to give you a primer on manga and anime, talking about the genres, themes, and common terms and phrases you often hear in the manga community.
The Bored & Brilliant Challenge
October 16, 2019 00:12 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBThe 2019 Hillsboro Reads selection is Bored & Brilliant by Manoush Zomorodi. Bored & Brilliant inspires readers to develop a more mindful relationship with technology, especially smartphones, and challenges us to find out what happens when we let ourselves be “bored” rather than engaging in constant digital distractions. For this month's episode, staff members Jenny and Edgar tackle some of the questions and challenges posed by Bored & Brilliant, and take a hard look at how they use mobile t...
Talking 2019 Nebula Nominees
September 19, 2019 00:36 - 13 minutes - 24.9 MBHillsboro Public Library's wonderful SciFi Fantasy Collective valiantly kick off our new library podcast discussing the 2019 Nebula nominees for best novel. Check out the SciFi Fantasy Collective's lists here: https://wccls.bibliocommons.com/lists/show/1312276837