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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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00:52:59

Read with Pride 16: Back to School

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2025/10/21

Listen in as members of OCL's Ocean Pride Committee discuss LGBTQIA+ representation in middle grade and YA books about going back to school. Titles mentioned in this episode include:Winnie Nash Is Not Your Sunshine by Nivole MellebyLinus and Etta Could Use a Win by Caroline HuntoonGay Club! by Simon James Green

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00:27:34

SAIL and Beyond: Booked and Binge-Worthy

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2025/10/10

Which teen books became the most binge-worthy TV series? Join the OCL SAIL volunteers as they dive into all the coolest teen books that got turned into TV shows. Hear their hoenst takes on which books and shows you have to check out, the biggest differences between the pages and the screen, how the shows were case, and so much more!Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more great virtual programming and check us out on social media!Facebook: @oceancountylibraryInstagram: @oceancountylibrarynjTwitter:

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00:45:21

Read with Pride Bonus Episode: Robyn Gigl

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2025/10/09

Join Ocean Pride Committee members Amy, Diane, and Kaitlin as they discuss Robyn Gigl's NJ-based legal thriller series. Books discussed in this episode include:By Way of Sorrow by Robyn GiglSurvivor's Guilt by Robyn GiglRemain Silent by Robyn GiglNothing But the Truth by Robyn Gigl

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00:54:05

Waves of YA 51: Book Tok

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2025/10/03

How is Book Tok influencing your reading habits, widening your perspective, and introducing you to new genres? Join our librarians Chris, Rachel and Cat for their insights about trends and recs that you'll find in this ingenious platform.

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00:39:16

Fandom Fridays 2025: Nostalgia

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2025/10/03

Join OCL staffers in discussing old shows and games compared to today in the final installment of Fandom Fridays 2025.

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00:29:48

Forge Your Imagination 10: How to Create Extended Lore

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2025/10/01

In this episode, adventurers listen to their host, Thomas, and the tips he has to offer when attempting to create organic extended lore. This will help adventurers create unique world lore for your world, allowing it to stand out in a crowd. Tune in to our next episode, where we will wrap up our world-building adventure with Forge Your Imagination as we dive into the history of the realm, as well as how other independent realms can connect to our own.

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00:55:46

Fandom Fridays 2025: Dungeon Reference

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2025/09/26

Join our adventurers as they work together to cure a corrupt wizard and encounter the dangers of a demiplane.

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01:03:25

Fandom Fridays 2025: Fairy Tales

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2025/09/23

Join OCL staffers Hope, Casey, and Julie as they discuss the origins of Fairy Tales. Where did they come from? How has our definition of what makes a fairy tale changed over time? Join them for the group geek-out and get some fairy tale media recommendations along the way.

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00:36:47

Read with Pride 15: Queer Joy

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2025/09/16

Listen as members of OCL's Ocean Pride Committee discuss LGBTQIA+ representation in popular books. Books discussed in this episode include:Imogen, Obviously by Becky AlbertalliDisco Witches of Fire Island by Blair FellBecause Fat Girl by Lauren Marie Fleming

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00:54:46

Fandom Friday 2025: K-Pop

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2025/09/12

Do you like K-Pop? Join OCL librarians as they discuss their entry into the genre, their favorite groups, idols, songs, and K-Pop culture.

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01:10:33

Fandom Fridays 2025: Vampires

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2025/09/05

Join our Fang-tastic librarians as they discuss everything from Dracula and the lore of the vampire to media that makes us love these alluring blood suckers even more.

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00:17:56

Forge Your Imagination 9: How to Create a Functional...

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2025/09/03

In this episode, adventurers listen to their host, Thomas, and the tips he has to offer when attempting to create their own fictional currency. This will help adventurers create a more realistic and historical currency for your world that will tie in reality and fantasy. Please tune in to our next episode to continue our world-building adventure with Forge Your Imagination as we dive into the creation of your world's extended lore.

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00:36:10

Read with Pride 14: Picture Books

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2025/08/19

Listen in as members of OCL's Ocean Pride Committee discuss LGBTQIA+ representation in picture books! Books discussed in this episode include:Pink, Blue, and You! Questions for Kids about Gender Stereotypes by Elise Gravel and Mykaell BlaisAre You a Friend of Dorothy?: The True Story of an Imaginary Woman and the Real People She Helped by Kyle Lukoff and Levi HastingsThe Bi Book by A.J. IrvingRainbow Allies: The True Story of Kids Who Stood Against Hate by Nancy Churnin and Izzy EvansMy Shape is Sam

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00:44:04

Waves of YA 50: Ryan La Sala Interview

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2025/08/08

Join teen librarians as they interview YA author Ryan La Sala. La Sala is the author of books such as Reverie, The Honeys, and Beholder. He also gives a sneak peek of his upcoming September release The Dead of Summer.

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00:15:48

Forge Your Imagination 8: How to Create General World...

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2025/08/06

In this episode, adventurers listen to their host, Thomas, and the tips he has to offer when attempting to create organic general world lore. This will help adventurers create a more realistic and in-depth lore for your world that will tie in reality and fantasy. Tune in to our next episode to continue our world-building adventure with Forge Your Imagination as we dive into the creation of your world's economy and currency.

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00:55:54

Read with Pride 13: Manga Book Cafe

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2025/07/22

Join OCL's Ocean Pride Committee members in discussing LGBTQIA+ works in the manga genre.Titles discussed in this episode include:Boys Run the Riot by Keito GakuRun Away with Me, Girl by BattanMy Love Mix-Up! by Wataru Hinekure

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00:18:52

Forge Your Imagination 7: How to Create an...

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2025/07/02

In this episode, adventurers listen to their host, Thomas, and the tips he has to offer when attempting to create a fictional administration, as well as the details that entail it. This will help adventurers create a more realistic and in-depth administration or organization that your viewers will remember. Tune in to our next episode to continue our world-building adventure with Forge Your Imagination as we dive into the creation of general world lore.

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00:43:13

Waves of YA 49: In Conversation with Lyndall Clipstone

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2025/07/01

Welcome to a very special episode in our "Waves of YA" series. Join our librarians Summer and Rachel for a revealing, far-ranging conversation with Lyndall Clipstone, herself a onetime librarian and an author who has created a legacy of haunting, evocative and compelling tales. In this episode, the Australia native will discuss her newest novel, Tenderly, I Am Devoured, which reaches bookstore and library shelves July 1.

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00:59:11

Read with Pride 12: Booking & Cooking

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2025/06/12

Join OCL's Ocean Pride Committee members in discussing LGBTQIA+ works featuring everyone's favorite topic: food!Titles discussed in this podcast, all of which are available through the Ocean County Library, include:Chef's Kiss by TJ AlexanderChef's Choice by TJ AlexanderTriple Sec by TJ AlexanderThe Dos & Donuts of Love by Adiba JaigirdarMooncakes by Suzanne Walker, Wendy Xu & Joamette GilBloom by Kevin PanettaThe Baker & the Bard by Fern HaughtTrans Teen Survival Guide

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00:35:49

Waves of YA 48: "Sunrise on the Reaping": The "Hunger...

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2025/06/06

Calling all "Hunger Games" aficionados and book lovers? In this episode, librarians Casey, Ryan and Vince dive into Sunrise on the Reaping, the latest installment of Suzanne Collins's gripping dystopian saga. Join them for an absorbing discussion of all things Panem - and may the odds be ever in your favor. Spoilers included!

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