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The Spare Change Library

The dime novel and popular literature podcast.

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49:32

: The Printed Image

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2025/01/09

This episode features Mike Sgier (Distinctive Collections Coordinator) to talk about the technical process of engraving and the (often silent) historical producers of the dynamic illustrations that illuminate periodicals including: 'Days Doings', 'Golden Argosy', and 'The Pen and Pencil'. Hosted by Meg Piorko (Distinctive Collections Librarian).

55:07

: Groom of the Tomb: Gamifying the Book

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2024/04/22

This episode explores the popular genre of gamebook stories. Demian Katz (Director of Library Technology at Villanova) joins us to talk about his original gamebook, Groom of the Tomb, followed by a live-playthrough demonstration with guest Rebecca Oviedo (Distinctive Collections Archivist). Hosted by Dr. Meg Piorko (Distinctive Collections Librarian).

15:33

: "What's in a Dime Novel?" (part 2 of 2): Revisiting...

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2023/08/30

This episode unpacks some of the issues surrounding Dime Novel bibliography discussed in the 1982 Edward T. LeBlanc interviews conducted by Dime Novel scholar Lydia Schurman. Over 40 years later, questions such as ‘How do we define the genre Dime Novel’ are still pertinent today. Dime Novel expert, bibliographer, and author Demian Katz joins me for this two-part podcast episode. (Part 2 of 2).

22:15

: "What's in a Dime Novel?" (part 1 of 2): Revisiting...

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2023/08/30

22:04

: Fortune Telling in Mystery Magazine: "The Oracle"

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2023/03/30

This episode features readings from Mystery Magazine followed by a discussion of one of the magazine’s most mysterious topics: Fortune Telling. One of the earliest examples of the ‘crime pulp’ genre, Mystery Magazine published a total of 216 issues from November 1917 to July 1927.

38:52

: Be Honest and True: Golden Days Puzzle Poems

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2023/02/06

This episode explores a very personal ‘Villa Nova’ connection to reader-submitted puzzle poems from Golden Days for Boys and Girls (c. 1880-1907). It features interviews with Rebecca Oviedo (Distinctive Collections Archivist) and Demian Katz (Director of Library Technology at Villanova) as well as readings from Golden Days story papers, hosted by Dr. Meg Piorko (Distinctive Collections Librarian).

12:39

Mittie's Storytime: The Bride of the Tomb, Chapters...

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2014/08/21

This week, in the conclusion of our story, we learn a little more of the fates of our friends (and enemies).

8:33

Mittie's Storytime: The Bride of the Tomb, Chapter...

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2014/07/31

This week: a memorable end for a memorable villain.

10:01

Mittie's Storytime: The Bride of the Tomb, Chapter...

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2014/07/17

This week: a thrilling rescue -- but is it in time?

10:01

Mittie's Storytime: The Bride of the Tomb, Chapter XXXVI

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2014/07/03

This week, Mr. Shelton and Mr. Lawrence go on an important mission!

10:21

Mittie's Storytime: The Bride of the Tomb, Chapter XXXV

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2014/06/19

A fatal Christmas Eve is approaching; this week, we learn more of what it holds for Lily Lawrence.

7:58

Mittie's Storytime: The Bride of the Tomb, Chapter XXXIV

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2014/06/05

This week, the topic on everyone's lips and minds is an impending wedding.

9:28

Mittie's Storytime: The Bride of the Tomb, Chapter...

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2014/05/22

This week, Mr. Shelton continues his investigations, getting ever closer to the terrible truth.

8:13

Mittie's Storytime: The Bride of the Tomb, Chapter XXXII

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2014/05/08

This week, Lancelot Darling and Mrs. Vance share an awkward adventure with a startling outcome.

12:50

Mittie's Storytime: The Bride of the Tomb, Chapter XXXI

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2014/04/24

What could be more exhilarating than a moonlight sleigh ride with Lancelot Darling?

11:02

Mittie's Storytime: The Bride of the Tomb, Chapter XXX

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2014/04/10

This week, Lily is whisked from one prison to another!

9:44

Mittie's Storytime: The Bride of the Tomb, Chapter XXIX

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2014/03/27

This week, Fanny's luck finally begins to change.

10:20

Mittie's Storytime: The Bride of the Tomb, Chapter...

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2014/03/13

This week, we continue to learn of Lily's most recent tribulations.

10:29

Mittie's Storytime: The Bride of the Tomb, Chapter XXVII

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2014/02/27

After some time away, we return to Lily Lawrence and learn of her latest trials.

14:20

Mittie's Storytime: The Bride of the Tomb, Chapter XXVI

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2014/02/14

This week, Fanny reveals many important facts to Mr. Shelton.

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