x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Middle Country Public Library Podcast

Middle Country Public Library

Join the librarians of Middle Country as they chat about upcoming programs and events, hear entertaining discussions on what to read, what to watch, and what to do at Middle Country Public Library!

education books

All Episodes

21:45

Episode 246 - Halloween Trivia

Middle Country Public Library Podcast ·

2022/10/27

Happy Halloween! We hope it's happy and safe. Spend a few moments learning about some interesting facts about the holiday and this time of year with Sal, Sara, and Marlene. And if you have a library card, there are terabytes worth of information available to you from Credo Reference, our amazing digital encyclopedias, and more.

en

20:39

Episode 245 - Four Frightening Flicks & Book Horoscopes

Middle Country Public Library Podcast ·

2022/10/20

This week, Sara has chosen four movies she thinks you should see this Spooky Season. Plus, Nicole is here to give us this month's Book Horoscopes. Sara's Frightening Flick Picks: Life http://mcpac.mcpl.lib.ny.us/record=b1806143 The Prodigy http://mcpac.mcpl.lib.ny.us/record=b1932094 Sinister http://mcpac.mcpl.lib.ny.us/record=b1593106 Silent Hill http://mcpac.mcpl.lib.ny.us/record=b1440408 If we didn't mention your sign this week, check out all the Book Horoscopes

en

17:54

Episode 244 - Do You Want To Hear A Scary Story?

Middle Country Public Library Podcast ·

2022/10/13

This episode sizzles! Join Sara and Nicole as they read a short snippet of some spooky stories to get you into the mood this season... And if you'd like to read these stories yourself (and have an MCPL card) you can reserve your copies here: Poe's Children http://mcpac.mcpl.lib.ny.us/record=b1479446 Masterpieces of Terror and the Supernatural http://mcpac.mcpl.lib.ny.us/record=b1119121 Tiny Nightmares http://mcpac.mcpl.lib.ny.us/record=b2020085 We also briefly mentioned the film Men. You can request

en

18:17

Episode 243 - Movie Chat : Hocus Pocus

Middle Country Public Library Podcast ·

2022/10/06

Amok! It's time for another Movie Chat, and this week we are watching 1993's Hocus Pocus, starring Bette Midler, Kathy Najimy, and Sarah Jessica Parker. It's all part of our annual SPOOKTOBER at the podcast. For the month of October, we will focus on something spooky to get you in the mood... Here's the IMDb listing : https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0107120/quotes/?ref_=tt_trv_qu Have an MCPL card? Reserve your copy today : https://mcpac.mcpl.lib.ny.us/record=b1525371

en

18:12

Episode 242 - The Miller Business Center + Women’s EXPO

Middle Country Public Library Podcast ·

2022/09/29

Elizabeth Malafi is here to chat about the Miller Business Center and the amazing resources that are available to small business owners on Long Island, plus to give us a preview of what to expect at this year's huge event, the Women's EXPO happening on October 6, 2022 from 11am to 6pm at the library. For more information, visit http://www.womensEXPOli.org Are you a business owner interested in what the Miller Business Center can offer your business for FREE? Go to

en

19:25

Episode 241 - The Old Farmer’s Almanac

Middle Country Public Library Podcast ·

2022/09/22

Sal's excited that the new Old Farmer's Almanac has arrived at the library! Let's dig into some of the great (and quirky!) information that's inside. Want to learn more about the Almanac? Visit the official website here : https://www.almanac.com/ MCPL cardholders, reserve a copy here: http://mcpac.mcpl.lib.ny.us/record=b2096238

en

21:00

Episode 240 - Fall Programming Preview

Middle Country Public Library Podcast ·

2022/09/15

This week we dig into the MCPL Quarterly to chat about the great programs coming up this fall at the library. Registration is open for Children and Teens on Sept. 15th and the Adults on Sept. 16th. Get your library card warmed up and take advantage of the wonderful things we have going on for you at Centereach and Selden. You can view our entire Fall 2022 Catalog here: https://www.mcplibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/MCPL_Quarterly.pdf

en

20:10

Episode 239 - This Week in History : Continental...

Middle Country Public Library Podcast ·

2022/09/08

Join Sal and Jim as they discuss another This Week in History! This week, we are looking at what happened between Sept. 4 - 10th. Want to listen to previous TWiH epsiodes? Check these out: https://www.mcplpodcast.com/e/episode-218-this-week-in-history-titanic-lincoln/ https://www.mcplpodcast.com/e/episode-230-this-week-in-history-pickett-s-charge-sliced-bread/ We also have a fantastic series on YouTube titled "History Bites"... you can see the playlist

en

23:36

Episode 238 - Hoopla Digital : Name That Tune

Middle Country Public Library Podcast ·

2022/09/01

Hoopla Digital is a fantastic service that allows you to access audiobooks, eBooks, comics, movies, TV, magazines, and music using your library card. Borrow and download the latest music today... You'd be surprised how much is available, including remastered albums and deluxe editions. This week, Sal attempts to stump Sara and Nicole with lyrics taken from some of the more popular songs currently available on Hoopla. For more information or to access this service with your local library card, visit

en

24:07

Episode 237 - Movie Chat : Men

Middle Country Public Library Podcast ·

2022/08/25

This week, Sara finally gets to talk about the 2022 "folk horror" flick, Men. Men stars Jessie Buckley and Rory Kinnear. It is directed by Alex Garland, who also directed another Movie Chat film, Ex Machina. Listen to that episode here: https://www.mcplpodcast.com/e/episode-117-movie-chat-ex-machina/ MAJOR SPOILERS will be mentioned during this episode. If you'd like to watch before listening, MCPL patrons can reserve a copy: BluRay http://mcpac.mcpl.lib.ny.us/record=b2092461 DVD

en

30:42

Episode 236 - An Interview with YouTube Comedian Hew...

Middle Country Public Library Podcast ·

2022/08/18

In this special episode, Sal sits down with YouTube Comedian Hew Moran, whose YouTube channel exploded into popularity last year garnering over 97 million video views and over 355,000 subscribers. They discuss how he got started, the challenges of running a YouTube channel, how to get started in the field, and more. If you want to check out Hew's channels, use these links: https://www.youtube.com/c/HewMoran https://www.youtube.com/c/HewMoranVlogs And check him out on social media

en

24:32

Episode 235 - Common Sense Media + TV on DVD

Middle Country Public Library Podcast ·

2022/08/11

Nicole's Book picks from Common Sense Media: The Summer I Turned Pretty https://www.commonsensemedia.org/tv-reviews/the-summer-i-turned-pretty Paper Girls https://www.commonsensemedia.org/tv-reviews/paper-girls The Elephant Girl https://www.commonsensemedia.org/book-reviews/the-elephant-girl Sara's TV Show

en

15:18

Episode 234 - August Book Horoscopes + Barnacles!

Middle Country Public Library Podcast ·

2022/08/04

It's time for August Book Horoscopes with Nicole! It's Leo season...what's in the stars (and on the shelf) this month? Listen to find out. https://bookriot.com/august-2022-horoscopes-and-book-recommendations/ PLUS: We bet you didn't know just a tiny bit about barnacles... no worries, Sara is here with the inside scoop.

en

16:32

Episode 233 - National Night Out + Run the Farm with...

Middle Country Public Library Podcast ·

2022/07/28

We're thrilled to have Councilman Kevin LaValle and Library Outreach Coordinator Deborah Hempe here to chat about this year's National Night Out, taking place on Tuesday, August 2nd from 5:30pm to 8:30pm at the Centereach Pool. For more information, visit https://www.brookhavenny.gov/831/National-Night-Out PLUS: Check out the annual Run the Farm happening Saturday, August 13th at 9am : https://www.brookhavenny.gov/1232/Run-the-Farm. You can contact Councilman LaValle's Office at 631-451-6647 for

en

22:16

Episode 232 - Beach Reads + Age-Appropriate Books

Middle Country Public Library Podcast ·

2022/07/21

Sitting on the beach and want to read something FRIGHTENING? Sara has her picks: Something in the Water - Catherine Steadman https://mcpac.mcpl.lib.ny.us/record=b1858667 The Deep – Nick Cutter https://mcpac.mcpl.lib.ny.us/record=b1658090 The Deep - Alma Katsu https://mcpac.mcpl.lib.ny.us/record=b1980062 Jaws - Peter Benchley https://mcpac.mcpl.lib.ny.us/record=b1197633 Dark Water - Koji Suzuki https://mcpac.mcpl.lib.ny.us/record=b1515900 PLUS here is some more information and guidance on what Nicole

en

17:15

Episode 231 - Movie Chat : Vicious Fun

Middle Country Public Library Podcast ·

2022/07/14

It's time for another movie chat and SPOILER ALERT we will be chatting about Sara's pick, Vicious Fun, a "Horror-Comedy" from 2020. Here's the IMDb listing https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11778118/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0 Have an MCPL card and want to reserve your copy? Go here : http://mcpac.mcpl.lib.ny.us:2084/record=b2088466

en

19:46

Episode 230 - This Week in History : Pickett’s Charge...

Middle Country Public Library Podcast ·

2022/07/07

History buff and Adult Services Librarian Jim Ward is back for another This Week in History! You probably guessed that in addition to the 246th anniversary of our Declaration of Independence, lots of other really interesting things happened... join us as we dig into some interesting facts about the week of July 3rd.

en

15:43

Episode 229 - Get Your July Facts Here

Middle Country Public Library Podcast ·

2022/06/30

Summer's here and the time is right for checking out the cool things we have to make it special. From our outdoor concert to the Nature Explorium to our Library of Things and activity kits...there's plenty to keep you and the little ones busy. PLUS did you know July was the 5th month of the Roman calendar?? Listen to find out more interesting facts about the upcoming month... We hope you have a Safe and Happy 4th of July!

en

16:50

Episode 228 - Just Another Trivia Episode!

Middle Country Public Library Podcast ·

2022/06/23

This summer, why not check out the great online resources we have here at MCPL to create your own trivia game to play with family or friends. Or you can just listen to Sara and Nicole battle it out. If you have an MCPL card, check out these links to our favorite eBooks and databases for trivia research... (and if you don't have an MCPL card...come on down to the library to access these great resources!) Credo Reference http://0-www.credoreference.com.mcpac.mcpl.lib.ny.us/ Includes encyclopedias,

en

16:50

Episode 227 - Summer Reading Clubs 2022

Middle Country Public Library Podcast ·

2022/06/16

Time to jump into Oceans of Possibilities with the 2022 Summer Reading Clubs at MCPL! Our amazing colleagues from the Adult, Teen, and Children's departments are here to give us the scoop on what to expect if you sign up for this year's clubs! Registration is now open. For Adults – Enjoy a summer filled with reading your choice of books, audiobooks, or eBooks. Participants can earn virtual raffle tickets for each book they read. Those who read at least 3 books will receive an invitation to our

en

384 results

Similar Podcasts

Science Talk

Albert Einstein College of Medicine

五分钟心理学

柠檬心理

Daily Facts

Amalia Dupray and Montgomery Jones.

Les dents et dodo

BFMTV

Veterinary Clinical Podcasts

The Royal Veterinary College