Podcast

Crying in the Bathroom: A Memoir by Erika Sanchez

Through a partnership with nationally syndicated radio show, DeDe in the Morning and Stacks 92.1 (WQTX-FM), here's a recommended title that you can download or stream.

Changes: An Oral History of Tupac Shakur by Shelton Pearce

Through a partnership with nationally syndicated radio show, DeDe in the Morning and Stacks 92.1 (WQTX-FM), here's a recommended title that you can download or stream.

Boys Come First by Aaron Foley

Through a partnership with nationally syndicated radio show, DeDe in the Morning and Stacks 92.1 (WQTX-FM), here's a recommended title that you can download or stream.

Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown

Through a partnership with nationally syndicated radio show, DeDe in the Morning and Stacks 92.1 (WQTX-FM), here's a recommended title that you can download or stream.

Celebrating the Harvest

Thanksgiving, feasting, gratitude and more. Check out the titles discussed here.

Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with a selection of titles by indigenous authors. Check out the titles discussed here.

Meet host of news podcast for Latinx community

Podcast: ¿Qué Onda Michigan? Michelle is reading: Fresh Banana Leaves by Jessica Hernandez, Ph.D.  The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on CADL CAST does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.

Spooky Reads

Mari, Cheryl, and Jessica discuss seasonal, creepy, surreal, and fascinating reads. Check out the titles discussed here.

Books about Diverse Abilities

Cheryl, Jessica, and Mari share picks that feature representation for people with disabilities. Check out the titles here. 

Music Exec Tells All

Rock and Roll Warrior by David Libert David Libert recommends: The Four by Scott Galloway Shawshank Redemption (1994) Bohemian Rhapsody (2018) Discover audiobooks, music and more in our digital collection. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on CADL CAST does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.

Teach My Kid to Read Executive Director Marion Waldman shares how they're helping struggling readers

Marion Waldman recommends: The Overstory by Richard Powers If I Only Would Have Known... book series by Faith Borkowsky Go to Teach My Kid to Read The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on CADL CAST does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent.

Patrick "PC" Sweeney Shares how They're Supporting Libraries Across the Country

Patrick "PC" Sweeney reads: Don't Tell Mum I Work on the Rigs, She Thinks I'm a Piano Player in a Whorehouse, by Paul Carter Watches: Gardener's World, BBC The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on CADL CAST does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Visit EveryLibrary's website. Censorship has already impacted one Michigan library in a big way. Listen to our podcast with Dr. Walton, Patmos Library Board President.

Patmos Library Board President Discusses Challenges Over LGBTQ Titles

Dr. Walton is reading: Spenser series by Robert B. Parker The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on CADL CAST does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. "We are teetering on the precipice of the armageddon of library funding, and nobody is talking about it." - Patrick "PC" Sweeney of EveryLibrary. Listen to this podcast to learn how this nonprofit is supporting libraries across the country.

Titles that Celebrate Hispanic Heritage

Cheryl and Jessica talk about Hispanic Heritage Month, horses, and colonialism. Check out the titles discussed here. Download a copy of the transcript here.

Back to School

Mari Garza and special guest Melissa Crain chat back about school life, feelings books, middle-grade fiction, and Hispanic Heritage Month. Check out the titles here. Download a transcript of the podcast here.

Throwback Weekend on 97.5 Now FM Promo #2

Throwback Weekend on 97.5 Now FM is powered by Capital Area District Libraries' Student Success Initiative. Through this initiative, students in participating districts can get a library card no matter where they live. It gives them access to books, audiobooks, magazines and music in both digital and physical formats.

Throwback Weekend on 97.5 Now FM Promo #1

Throwback Weekend on 97.5 Now FM is powered by Capital Area District Libraries' Student Success Initiative. Through this initiative, students in participating districts can get a library card no matter where they live. It gives them access to books, audiobooks, magazines and music in both digital and physical formats.

Summer Reading Challenge 2022

Q 106 VERSION 

Summer Reading Challenge 2022

Stacks 92.1 Version 

A Chat with Mason School's Superintendent Dr. Gary Kinzer

Dr. Kinzer is currently reading: Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek The Happiness Advantage by Shawn Achor Listening to: Thriving Educators podcast with host Brian Langley The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on CADL CAST does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. 

I Like My Stories with Pictures...

The selectors talk about favorite artists, books with great covers, picture books, graphic novels and other graphic-heavy books. Check out the titles discussed here.

Mitch Albom talks about his play Tuesdays with Morrie

Find tickets and information for Tuesdays with Morrie, playing at Wharton from Aug. 18-21, 2022. Mitch is reading, watching and listening to: Reading: The Royal Road to Romance by Richard Halliburton Listening to: The Sun Sessions by Elvis Presley Watching: Tehran The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on CADL CAST does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. 

Music Survey on WFMK

Keep Moving: Our Bodies, Minds and Societies

In this episode, we're focused on movement: The movement of our bodies, minds, and societies. Check out the titles discussed here.

Bite Into a Good Book

Take a bite out of a good book and enjoy these food-themed recommendations! Check out the titles discussed here.

MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU PROMO

Promo for special screening of movie presented by Capital Area District Libraries (July 2022) 

Shine Bright by Danyel Smith (Biography)

Through a partnership with nationally syndicated radio show, DeDe in the Morning and Stacks 92.1 (WQTX-FM), here's a recommended title that you can download or stream.

Dilla Time by Dan Charnas (Biography)

Through a partnership with nationally syndicated radio show, DeDe in the Morning and Stacks 92.1 (WQTX-FM), here's a recommended title that you can download or stream.

The Motherlode by Clover Hope (Biography)

Through a partnership with nationally syndicated radio show, DeDe in the Morning and Stacks 92.1 (WQTX-FM), here's a recommended title that you can download or stream.

"Going Somewhere Else"

Explore somewhere new this summer with books on travel, books that transport you, books to listen to, and so much more. Check out the titles here.

Summer Reads

Summer reads... whatever that means to you! Check out the titles here.

Kathy Iandoli discusses Aaliyah and Hip-hop

Kathy's Website Baby Girl: better known as Aaliyah God save the queens  Kathy is currently reading  Hunter S. Thompson.  The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on CADL CAST does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. 

Lansing Poet Laureate Masaki Takahashi

The Poetry Room Masaki Recommends: Poetry by Beau Sia  Titles by Dennis Hinrichsen  Poetry by Kelly “Native Child” Brown   Life of the Party:  Poems by Olivia Gatwood A Peculiar People by Steven Willis  Bloodfresh by Ebony Stewart  The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on CADL CAST does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. 

Summer Reading Challenge

Looking for something to do this summer? There are oceans of possibilities at your Capital Area District Libraries. Dive into the depths of discovery with our Summer Reading Challenge! For details, visit our website.  

Summer Reading Challenge

It’s that time of year again, with Summer Reading is right around the corner you definitely want to join the Oceans of Possibilities 2022 Summer Reading Challenge! Check out the titles here.

Everyone Has A Story By Mama Sol (Spoken word)

This piece was created for Capital Area District Libraries by national hip-hop and spoken word artist, Mama Sol. "We all have a story to tell so don't leave your book on the shelf. Believe! "  Graphic designed by Ronda Nystrom. 

12 Notes: On Life and Creativity by Quincy Jones (Self-help)

Through a partnership with nationally syndicated radio show, DeDe in the Morning and Stacks 92.1 (WQTX-FM), here's a recommended title that you can download or stream.

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Celebrate AAPI Month with these great titles.

A Little Closer to Home by Ginger Zee (Memoir)

Through a partnership with nationally syndicated radio show, DeDe in the Morning and Stacks 92.1 (WQTX-FM), here's a recommended title that you can download or stream.

Didn’t We Almost Have It All: In Defense of Whitney Houston by Gerrick Kennedy (Biography)

Through a partnership with nationally syndicated radio show, DeDe in the Morning and Stacks 92.1 (WQTX-FM), here's a recommended title that you can download or stream.

Baby Girl: Better Known as Aaliyah by Kathy Iandoli (Biography)

Through a partnership with nationally syndicated radio show, DeDe in the Morning and Stacks 92.1 (WQTX-FM), here's a recommended title that you can download or stream.

Author Bryonn Bain chats about his new book.

Borrow Rebel speak : a justice movement mixtape from CADL today! It can also be purchased on Amazon.   Bryonn's website Lolita's titles on Amazon Here are some of the titles Bryonn is reading:  A Little Devil in America In the Courtyard of the Moon The Hill We Climb Junk Science and the American Criminal Justice The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on CADL CAST does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. 

Author Sharon Emery discusses tragic losses and life-long stutter.

It's Hard Being You is available to borrow  from CADL. You can also purchase it on Amazon.    Author's Website Ted Talk Sharon recommends the following: Waiting for home  Music from Lord Huron For more information about the Jess Prizes and to make a gift, go to www.givingto.msu.edu/gift and search for the “Jessica Emery Schneider Music Therapy Services Fund.” The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on CADL CAST does not imply an endorsement of them or any...

Church Community Spotlight with Morgan Duke

CADL is excited to announce that Church Community Spotlight with Morgan Dukes is back! Through a partnership with WWSJ 1580 AM/100.3FM, churches and other organizations can promote their free events through a 3-5 minute vignette that will air three times a day, Monday through Friday. CADL will also include event offerings from its 13 branches. 

Arab American Heritage Month & National Poetry Month

Cheryl, Mari, and Jessica offer picks celebrating Arab American Heritage Month and National Poetry Month. Check out the titles here.

Environmental Reads

Cheryl, Mari, and Jessica low-key celebrate our 50th episode but we are really celebrating spring and environmental reads. Happy Earth Day! Check out the titles here.

National Library Week Promo (Midwest Communications)

'80s Promo

'80s Radio Promo

March is Reading Month

March is Reading Month! Our hosts Jessica and Cheryl share a few recent favorite titles. Here's a list of the titles discussed.