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The Book Drop

Omaha Public Library

The Book Drop is a weekly podcast from Omaha Public Library about books, our community and the joy of reading.

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Bonus: A Nebraska Celebration of Books Preview with...

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2024/10/09

We have a little special mini episode with special guest, Pat Leach, and a preview of Nebraska Celebration of Books (N.COB), on Saturday, Oct. 12 at the UNL Union in Lincoln, Nebraska. The event is organized by the Nebraska Center for the Book. For a full schedule, click here. All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here.Explore all OPL upcoming events here.

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16:06

New Title Drop | October 2024

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2024/10/01

On the latest episode of the new title drop, Angela and Melanie share their favorite ghost characters and highlight the new books to watch for in OctoberCheck out this month's titles and place holds here.Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every month to hear about books we think you should be excited about.

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50:22

173. Other Book Podcasts

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2024/09/27

This week on The Book Drop, we get meta with a podcast about podcasts that celebrate reading and books. We explore the important topics they cover and how they align with key library priorities like protecting the freedom to read.All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here.Happening at the Library: Stories After Dark: “Scaredy-cat” | Friday, October 04, 7:00pm–8:30pm | Benson BranchOut & About Storytime: Gene Leahy Mall | Tuesday, October 08, 10:30am–1...

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61:33

172. Reading Challenge: Read a Book By, About, Or...

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2024/09/20

This week on The Book Drop, we explore our favorite 20th-century icons and discuss what it really means to be 'iconic.' If you love reading biographies, this episode is for you, as we highlight the lives and legacies of some unforgettable figures. All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here. Happening at the Library: Government Documents For Genealogists, Saturday, Sept. 21, 2-3pm at Geneology and Local History Room Basi Affia Author Visit, ...

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68:34

171. Museum Heists

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2024/09/13

This week on The Book Drop, we dive into the intriguing world of museum heists with a special guest, Art History Professor Adrian Duran, and we'll share our favorite museum mysteries and thrilling heist stories.All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here. Happening at the Library: Two Patents & A Great Idea, Saturday, September 14, 10:00am–11:30am at Charles B. Washington Branch and Saturday, September 14, 2:00pm–3:30pm at Milton R. Abrahams Branc...

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17:09

New Title Drop | September 2024

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2024/09/03

On the latest episode of the new title drop, Angela and Melanie kick off spooky season and discuss the can't-miss books hitting the shelves this month.Check out this month's titles and place holds here. Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every month to hear about books we think you should be excited about.

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41:52

170. Classics We Escaped K-12 Without Reading

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2024/08/23

This week on The Book Drop, we're confessing to the classic books that slipped through the cracks during our school days and exploring what else we should add to our to-be-read lists. All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here. Happening at the Library: Last Remnants of the Past: Guided Workshops, Saturday, Aug. 24, 10:30am –12:30pm, Genealogy & Local History RoomWriter's Workshop: Microfiction, Wednesday, Sept. 4, 6:00pm – 7:30pm, Millard BranchStori...

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44:04

169. Reading Challenge: Read a book with color in the...

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2024/08/16

This week on The Book Drop, we offer up books with a color in the title for the latest OPL Reading Challenge category and discuss which colors reflect our personalities.All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here. Learn more about OPL’s Reading Challenge here. The Garden Walk, Saturday, Aug. 17, 9:00am – Noon, Florence Branch and Charles B. Washington Branch Remnants of the Past: Guided Workshops, Saturday, Aug. 17, 10:30am – 12:30pm and Drop-in, Wedn...

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44:41

168. Book Lovers

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2024/08/09

This week on the Book Drop, we discuss fun facts for book lovers day, our book loves, and the New York Times list of top books from the 21st century. All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here. Happening at the Library:Book Bash Friday, Aug. 9, 7 pmRemnants of the Past: Guided Workshops, Saturday, Aug. 10, Wednesday, Aug. 14, 10:30 am-12:30 pm Library Night with the Omaha Storm Chaser, Sunday, Aug. 11, 5 pmOmaha Reads Nominations Where’s Poppy, OPL’s mobi...

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15:49

New Title Drop | August 2024

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2024/08/06

On the latest episode of the new title drop, Angela and Melanie discuss their favorite summer activities and highlight their picks for titles to check out this month.Check out this month's titles and place holds here.Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every month to hear about books we think you should be excited about.

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167. Libby and Flipster Tour: Magazines

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2024/07/26

This week on The Book Drop, we talk about our favorite magazines over the years and the ways you can access more magazine content at OPL. All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here.Happening at the Library:Storytime with String Sprouts, Monday, July 29, 2024, 10:30AM – 11:00AM, Charles B. Washington BranchMedieval Faire Adventure, Monday, July 29, 2024 1:00PM – 3:00PM, Milton R. Abrahams BranchLibrary Night with the Omaha Storm Chasers, Wednesday, August 07, 7...

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47:56

166. Reading Challenge: Read a book by, about, or...

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2024/07/19

This week on The Book Drop, we offer up books written by or about a person with a disability for the latest OPL Reading Challenge category and discuss representation in media.All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here.Happening at the Library:Read to a Dog Saturday, July 20, 10:30am-11:30am, Milton R. Abrahams BranchOmaha History Escape Room, Genealogy & Local History Room, three programs - 1-2, 2:30 - 3:30, 3:30-4:30Illustration Workshop with Bruce Arant,...

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54:54

165. Happy Birthday, Omaha!

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2024/07/12

This week on The Book Drop, we celebrate Omaha's 170th birthday, quiz ourselves on state facts, and discuss our favorite Nebraska reads. This is The Book Drop.All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here.Happening at the Library:Out & About Storytime: Joslyn Castle & Gardens, Monday, July 15, 5:30pm–6:30pmImmigration: Ports Of Entry (Virtual Program), Thursday, July 18, 5:00pm–6:00pm.Nebraska Land Animals, Friday, July 19, 10:30am–11:00am, Downtown Branc...

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17:13

New Title Drop | July 2024

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2024/07/02

On the latest episode of the new title drop, Angela and Melanie discuss their favorite summer activities and highlight their picks for titles to check out this month.Check out this month's titles and place holds here.Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every month to hear about books we think you should be excited about.

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68:36

164. American Girl Books (and Dolls)

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2024/06/21

This week on The Book Drop, we bring on a special guest to talk about the history of the American Girl dolls and books, and imagine the American Girl stories we wish existed.All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here.Happening at the Library:Summer Reading ProgramKeep an eye out for Poppy, OPL's mobile library!Explore all upcoming events on the OPL website

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38:45

163. Reading Challenge: Books About/Featuring...

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2024/06/14

This week on The Book Drop, we offer up books featuring LGBTQIA+ families for the latest OPL Reading Challenge category and we drag Amy into the world of Bridgerton.All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here.

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57:19

162. Reading for Your Myers-Briggs Type

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2024/06/07

We talk about reading for your Myers-Briggs Type and discuss the personality tests — or Buzzfeed quizzes — we love most. Happening at the library:Summer Reading Pete the Cat StorytimesDo You Believe in Ghosts?Keep an eye out for Poppy!All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here.MB Types Part 1-TikTokMB Types Part 2-TikTok MB Types Part 3-TikTok MB Types Part 4-TikTok

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15:10

New Title Drop: June 2024

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2024/06/04

On the latest episode of the New Title Drop, Angela and Melanie discuss the genre-specific podcasts they'd love to host and share their picks for titles to check out this month. Check out this month's titles and place holds here.Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every month to hear about books we think you should be excited about.

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49:41

161. You Can't Protect Ketchup

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2024/05/24

This week on The Book Drop, we discuss food and cooking through the lens of the James Beard Award and share some of our favorite culinary reads with special guest Brian O'Malley.Happening at the library:June 1 | Juneteenth Flag Raising & LuncheonJune 1-July 31 | Summer Reading ProgramKeep an eye out for Poppy at upcoming events!All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here.

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38:26

160. Reading Challenge: Books About or Featuring...

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2024/05/17

This week on The Book Drop, we offer up books featuring mythology for the latest OPL Reading Challenge category and share which mythological characters we'd want to embody.Happening at the library:Partnership PassesOutreach activities + PoppySpark Your Story: City Sprouts (intended for ages 11-18)Pres FestAll the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here.

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