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106. The Food is a Metaphor
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11/18/22 • 59 min
This week on The Book Drop it's all about food! We talk about staff potlucks, explore food as a metaphor and share our most disappointing culinary experiences for query of the week.
Check out the OPL events calendar for these upcoming events:
- Reading Challenge Book Club | December 13, 2022, 6pm – 7pm at Millard Branch
All the books, movies, TV shows and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here.
The next query of the week is...
Who is your fictional crush?
Answers can be shared here -- https://bit.ly/BookDropQuery
44. What We're Reading
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03/19/21 • 47 min
This week we share what we’ve been reading lately, David makes a play for the most out there reading recommendation and we talk about our favorite spring activities for query of the week.
All the books, movies, TV, resources and bookish items we talked about in this episode can be found here — http://bit.ly/TBD44_2
Gardening Tips & OPL’s Common Soil Seed Library
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03/14/25 • 48 min
This week on The Book Drop, we dig into gardening tips and explore the many resources available at the library—including our Common Soil Seed Library! This is The Book Drop.
All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast.
Happening at the Library:
- Incredible Edible Landfill | Wednesday, March 19 from 2-3 p.m. at Florence Branch
- You’ve Always Had the Power to Go Back to Ireland (Virtual Program) | Thursday, March 20 from 5-6 p.m., online event
- Gardening Workshop with No More Empty Pots | Saturday, March 29 from 2-3 p.m. at Benson Branch
- Volunteer Garden Cleanup | Saturday, April 12, from 9-11 a.m. at Washington Branch
Explore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events.
New Title Drop | March 2023
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03/07/23 • 14 min
On this month's New Title Drop Anna, Angela and Melanie talk about what they're reading and share new titles to be excited about for March 2023.
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.
13. And the Award Goes To...
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07/10/20 • 44 min
This week the podcast team talks about the good, the bad and confusing world of book awards. We also give ourselves awards for those hard to accomplish, everyday tasks for query of the week.
All the books, movies, TV and resources we talked about in this episode can be found here — https://bit.ly/TBDep13
Coach Laura 'Bird' Kuhn on Books That Motivate
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03/07/25 • 46 min
This week on The Book Drop, we’re joined by Coach Laura 'Bird' Kuhn of Omaha’s professional volleyball team, the Supernovas, to explore how reading fuels athletic success, the incredible momentum behind women’s sports, and standout memoirs by today’s most inspiring athletes.
All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast.
Happening at the Library:
- Skeletons on the Screen: Dr. Katie East | Friday, March 7, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at W. Clarke Swanson Branch
- Stories After Dark: Adventure is Out There | Friday, March 7, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Milton R. Abrahams Branch
- Out & About Reading Party | Thursday, March 13, 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Inner Rail Food Hall
Explore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events.
164. American Girl Books (and Dolls)
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06/21/24 • 68 min
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 Program
- Keep an eye out for Poppy, OPL's mobile library!
- Explore all upcoming events on the OPL website
New Title Drop | July 2024
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07/02/24 • 17 min
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.
08/16/24 • 44 min
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, Wednesday, Aug. 21, 10:30am – 2:30pm, Genealogy & Local History Room
- Avoiding an Ancestor Identity Crisis, Thursday, Aug. 22, 5:00pm – 6:00pm, Online
- Where’s Poppy, OPL’s mobile library?
- Explore all upcoming events on the OPL website
158. Passing the Mic
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04/19/24 • 86 min
This week on The Book Drop it's our longest episode ever as Michelle, Anna, Erin, David and Elly get ready to pass on the hosting mics. We test our own TBD knowledge, share some of our favorite memories and get in a few last book recommendations.
All the books, movies, TV shows and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here.
The Book Drop will return in mid May with its new hosts!
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Book Drop have?
The Book Drop currently has 238 episodes available.
What topics does The Book Drop cover?
The podcast is about Pop Culture, Literature, Publishing, Booktalk, Reading, Podcasts, Books, Arts and Authors.
What is the most popular episode on The Book Drop?
The episode title '107. Reading Challenge: Short Stories & Essays' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Book Drop?
The average episode length on The Book Drop is 49 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Book Drop released?
Episodes of The Book Drop are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of The Book Drop?
The first episode of The Book Drop was released on Apr 15, 2020.
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