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Ocean County Library

Ocean County Library podcasts are the newest platform for our virtual programming. Among our topics are: Reviews of products and services; book talks; documentary discussions, author and artist chats, special guests from our museum partners, Ocean County offices, and elsewhere in and around our county.

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01:03:34

Read With Pride 9: "Asexual"

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2024/12/31

Welcome to a seat at the table with members of the Ocean County Library's Ocean Pride Committee as they explore current literary works with main characters who identify as asexual, and how the evolution of sexual identity is informing content and transforming viewpoints. Titles mentioned in this episode include: Every Heart a Doorway by Seanan McGuire "Wayward Children" series by Seanan McGuire I Want to Be a Wall by Honami Shirono Bloom Into You by Nio Nakatani Roleplaying by Cathy

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00:07:21

Splash with OCL: Holiday Relaxation

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2024/12/18

This new short sequence will provide you with brief conversations of what is happening at Ocean County Library. It can be about books, digital materials, programs and events, or exciting news we want to share with you! Tune in to learn more about the Ocean County Library and what we have to offer!

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00:36:35

Waves of YA 42: Introducing YA Author Jamison Shea

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2024/12/06

Like your lit scary and gripping and you just can't wait for the next page? Meet rising YA Horror superstar Jamison Shea. Join our librarians Summer and Chris for a look inside Jamison's newly published novel I Am the Darkness That Answers When You Call, available at the Ocean County Library.

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00:24:23

Read With Pride 8: "From Here"

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2024/11/26

Join Diane and Megan for a look inside Luma Mufleh's poignant, compelling memoir From Here. The discussion is sure to provide insights about what changing social mores have meant through the recent past and what they might mean in the future.

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00:09:15

Wheeler Talk: A Pine Barrens Thanksgiving

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2024/11/08

The Pine Barrens constitute roughly 22 percent of New Jersey's total land area, and there is much more to this preserved acreage than the famed Jersey Devil of folklore. In this episode, discover why cranberries grow effortlessly there and why you can credit the Pine Barrens for the bushels of bright blueberries that make the produce section of your favorite market look a little more festive. Get some tidbits of the history of this vital, mystical and fragile tract, become aware of preservation

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00:42:36

Waves of YA 41: Books We Are Thankful For

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2024/11/01

Which books have you read in your lifetime that left you absolutely grateful for having spent time in the pages? Join librarians Summer, Casey and Chris as they comb their memory banks for titles and authors that have shaped their lives.

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00:49:22

Read With Pride 7: "Glassworks"

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2024/10/31

Settle back with our librarians Diane and Valerie for an exploration of Olivia Wolfgang-Smith's debut novel Glassworks. You'll gain insights about the theme and the ideas that spring from it.Titles discussed in this podcast include: Glassworks, by Olivia Wolfgang-Smith Mutual Interest, by Olivia Wolfgang-Smith Immortalists, by Chloe Benjamin The Seven or Eight Deaths of Stella Fortuna, by Juliet Grames Hello Beautiful, by Ann Napolitano

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00:05:09

Splash with OCL: Friends of the Library

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2024/10/21

This new short sequence will provide you with brief conversations of what is happening at Ocean County Library. It can be about books, digital materials, programs and events, or exciting news we want to share with you! Tune in to learn more about the Ocean County Library and what we have to offer!

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00:49:13

Waves of YA 40: Spooky Reads

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2024/10/04

Oooh, it's scary in here! Join our teen librarians in a discussion of horror media, things that scare us, and what to read if you're a fan of "spooky," but not necessarily of "scary."

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00:03:16

Wheeler Talk Mini Episode 1: "Brothers of the Itchy...

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2024/10/03

If you haven't seen the motion picture The Amityville Horror, the chances are good that you have heard of this classic thriller. What you might not know is that parts of the original movie were filmed right here at the Ocean County Library in Toms River. The branch's Wheeler Room, in fact, contains several artifacts from the filming, including a button that was donated by the crew. It bears the legend, "Brothers of the Itchy Whiskers." What on earth could that mean? You'll find out in our first

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00:28:05

Wheeler Talk: Italian-American Heritage Month

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2024/10/01

October is Italian American Heritage Month in the U.S., recognizing the achievements and contributions of Italian immigrants to the country's way of life. When Congress and President George H.W. Bush ratified the designation in 1989, October was chosen to coincide with Columbus Day.In this episode, we explore the history of Columbus Day. Time-travel with us back to Louisiana in the 1890s, where a tragic episode in the Italian American experience spurred the need for a day of recognition. Then

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01:32:23

Fandom Friday 2024: Dungeon Reference

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2024/09/27

Dive into adventure! Our Candlekeep players explore the mysteries surrounding a conflict between a settlememt of grippli and an invading force!

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00:34:48

Read With Pride 6: "Sorry, Bro"

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2024/09/24

Please join librarians Diane and Frank for an exploration of Taleen Voskuni's debut novel, Sorry, Bro. You'll gain insights about the theme and a great many ideas that spring from it.Titles discussed in this episode: Sorry, Bro, by Taleen Voskuni One Man Guy, by Michael Barakiva Hold My Hand, by Michael Barakiva That Summer Feeling, by Bridget Morrissey Chef's Kiss, by TJ Alexander Chev's Choice, by TJ Alexander Down with the System, by Serj Tankin A History of the Armenian

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01:07:59

Fandom Friday 2024: Superheroes

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2024/09/20

Our librarians might not have superpowers, but it doesn't stop them from running wild. Do they prefer superhero movies or comics? What would be their superhero names and superpowers? Join the group geek-out about all things that are super and get some superhero media recommendations along the way.

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00:32:35

Fandom Friday 2024: Percy Jackson

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2024/09/13

Join OCL staffers Amy, Erin and Thomas and their very special guest Mike Schubert, host of the PJ podcast The Newest Olympian and many others as they explore the book and TV series Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief.

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00:25:34

Wheeler Talk: The Morro Castle Disaster

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2024/09/08

Welcome to the first episode of the Ocean County Library's history series, "Wheeler Talk: The History of Ocean County." Each episode will focus on a historic event that originated or involved the county and its residents and will highlight artifacts, articles and documents that can be found in the Hugh B. Wheeler Room, OCL's archival preservation space.The fire that consumed the luxurious ocean liner Morro Castle off the New Jersey Coast on September 8, 1934, claimed many lives

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00:37:16

Fandom Friday 2024: One Piece

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2024/09/06

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00:46:22

Waves of YA 39: Graphic Novels

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2024/09/02

Is it true that "a picture says a thousand words?" Join our OCL Librarians Summer, Cecilia and Chris as they examine world of graphic novels and the evolution of the genre over time, discuss some of their favorites, and take a look at their importance in children's and teen lit.

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00:34:18

Read With Pride 5: "Matchmaker"

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2024/08/19

Join our librarians Diane and Sam for an exploration of Cam Marshall's trend-setting novel Matchmaker, analyzing the theme and some of the many ideas that spring from it.Book titles cited in this podcast: Matchmaker, by Cam Marshall Mimosa, by Archie Bongiovanni

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00:33:36

Read with Pride 4: "Gender Queer"

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2024/07/26

In this episode, members of the Ocean County Library's Pride Committee discuss Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe, analyzing the theme and the ideas that spring from it. Book titles: Gender Queer, by Maia Kobable Breathe: Journeys to Healthy Binding, by Maia Kobabe and Sarah Peitzmeier

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