PJ Library Presents: Beyond The Bookcase

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Deep in the basement of congregation Sofer Shalom, there’s a dusty library that’s really the home of a magical portal to another world. Join siblings Miri and Micah as they explore a mysterious land, where stories come to life! Enjoy fairytales with unexpected twists and Jewish lessons as Miri, Micah, and their friends, encounter golems, book worms, giants and even talking animals! For full credits and accompanying activities, visit pjlibrary.org/podcast.

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  1. EPISODE 1

    Emergency Alert! The Season 5 Premiere

    Welcome back listeners! Today Chicken Little has a feeling, Bubbe has a vision, and Snow White has a handy solution. Join the crew as we learn about the mitzvah of visiting the sick in the Season 5 Premiere of Beyond the Bookcase.  Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library. Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher Writers: Jan Schwaid, Petey Gibson Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore. Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments). Cast: Chicken Little: Blair Which Bubbe: Edrie Evie: Samantha Philyaw Micah: Maxwell Glick Snow White: Laura Schreiber Auntie PJ: Laura Rondinella Various voices: Alli Thresher

    17 min

  2. EPISODE 2

    The Kids Prepare a Rosh Hashanah Seder

    The kids pop over to Mashal to deliver some Rosh Hashanah cards (and try to cheer up Jacob). While Mama Bear and Mary Quite Contrary prepare for a seder, the kids learn all about the simanim, symbolic foods of Rosh Hashanah, and receive some perfect advice for starting the year off right. Credits Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library. Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher Writers: Jan Schwaid and Petey Gibson Consultant: Rinat Hadad Siegel Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore. Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments). Cast: Evie: Samantha Philyaw Blue: Maya Aoki Tuttle Auntie PJ: Laura Rondinella Jacob: Rebecca Lee Mama Bear: Yolanda Spearman Mary Quite Contrary: Journee LaFond

    13 min

  3. EPISODE 3

    Turn Around Teshuva

    Evie and Jacob are getting on each other's nerves--to save their friendship, Auntie PJ sends the kids on an errand to Mashal. Come along as Mr. Saifair, Golem, and special guest, Dafi Saifair, help the kids make amends, and return to their best selves in the new year.  Credits Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library. Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher Writers: Petey Gibson and Jan Schwaid Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore. Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments). Cast: Evie: Samantha Philyaw Auntie PJ: Laura Rondinella Jacob: Rebecca Lee The Saifairs: Gregory David Barnett Golem – Pat Bordenave

    16 min

  4. EPISODE 4

    The Three Little Pigs and the Very Tall Community Sukkah

    It's Sukkot in Mashal - what could be more fun? Join Miri and Micah as they are welcomed into the community sukkah by Zev, Farmer Serach, and some very boisterous little piggies. To learn all about sukkot - and figure out how to build your very own teeny tiny sukkah like Miri and Micah, head to pjlibrary.org/sukkot. Credits:  Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library. Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher Writers: Petey Gibson and Jan Schwaid Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore. Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments) Cast Micah – Maxwell Glick Miri – Arianna Fox PJ - Laura Rondinella Famer Serach -- Daniella Rabbani Various little pigs -- Alli Thresher

    12 min

  5. EPISODE 5

    Mr. Saifair’s New Golem

    Rules are important – but are they fixed? Are there ever circumstances where a rule can or should be broken? Are there ways to reinterpret rules, even if they’ve been around for a very long time? The kids explore these questions with Queenie, Golem, and… another Golem?!     Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library  Writers: Jan Schwaid and Petey Gibson  Production:  Executive Producer: Alli Thresher  Digital Production Coordinator: Megan Bagala  Audio Editing, mixing, mastering and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA  Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore.  Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments)    CAST:  Evie: Samantha Philyaw  Micah: Maxwell Glick  Auntie PJ: Laura Rondinella  Golem: Pat Bordenave  Golem 2.0: Pat Bordenave  Queenie: Niki Luparelli

    16 min

  6. EPISODE 58 BONUS

    The Rosh Hashanah Playlist

    Hi Listeners, Did you know that it’s almost time for Rosh Hashanah? The Beyond the Bookcase team sends your family wishes for a High Holiday season and new year full of love, health, happiness, and (of course) great Jewish stories – just like the Rosh Hashanah-themed ones in this playlist. For more ideas - and to download our free holiday guide, visit pjlibrary.org/RoshHashanah   Shanah Tovah! Credits: Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library. Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher Writers: Jan Schwaid and Petey Gibson Consultant: Rinat Hadad Siegel Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore. Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments) A Fairytale Feud (cast): Snow White – Laura Golem – Pat Bordenave Mr. Saifair - Gregory David Barnett PJ - Laura Rondinella Elijah – Nate DuFort Kitten 1 - Malcolm Villaverde Kitten 2 - Molly Villaverde Kitten 3 - Blair Which Pigs 1, 2, 3 – Rich Wentworth The Kids Prepare a Rosh Hashanah Seder Evie: Samantha Philyaw Blue: Maya Aoki Tuttle Auntie PJ: Laura Rondinella Jacob: Rebecca Lee Mama Bear: Yolanda Spearman Mary Quite Contrary: Journee LaFond Turnaround Teshuva Evie: Samantha Philyaw Auntie PJ: Laura Rondinella Jacob: Rebecca Lee The Saifairs: Gregory David Barnett Golem – Pat Bordenave

    42 min

  7. EPISODE 60

    Bonus Episode: Golem Meets a Monster Hunter

    Hi listeners! While the Beyond the Bookcase team works on the second half of Season 5, we have a very special bonus episode: a chat with a real-life monster expert! Join Golem and producer Alli as they sit down with Jack Zaientz from JewishMonsterHunting.com.    If your children are into monsters, magic, and folklore, this episode features a creative look into the background of some of the creatures and characters living in the magical land of Mashal.    This episode was written by Alli Thresher and Jack Zaientz. You can check out Jack and John Baltisberger's podcast for grown-ups at https://waywardchildren.buzzsprout.com Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore. Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments) More for kids who love monsters and folklore:  Jewish Picture Books for Kids Who Love Monsters Og Goes Rogue: A Modern Folktale About Og the Giant (mentioned in the show) Meet the Land of Mashal's Farmer Serach in the Season 2 finale

    18 min

  8. EPISODE 61 BONUS

    Mizrahi Heritage Month Playlist

    November is Mizrahi Heritage Month - celebrating the culture and customs of Mizrahi Jews - those with heritage from around the Middle East, Southwest Asia and North Africa. In this playlist, listeners will attend a Persian Passover, celebrate Chag Habanot with the mermaids of Mashal, and prepare a special dish for Shabbat. To learn more and to find books featuring Mizrahi characters and stories, visit pjlibrary.org. The background music in the intro is licensed through Epidemic Sound. Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library. Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore. Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments). Episode Credits: Chasing Joha Through Passover Writers: Jan Schwaid, Petey Gibson Auntie PJ - Madelaine Ripley Evie - Samantha Philyaw Elijah - Nate DuFort Micah - Maxwell Glick Ms. Shouhed - Daniella Rabbani Farrah - Daniella Rabbani Joha - Ryan Abedi Mr. Fodor - Les Horovitz Catriella - Alli Thresher It's Chag Habanot Writers: Jan Schwaid and Rinat Hadad Siegel Cultural Consultant: Rinat Hadad Siegel Auntie PJ – Laura Rondinella Rapunzel – Daniella Rabbani Snow White – Laura Schreiber Marion, the not-so-old woman who lives in a shoe - Tianna Tagami Cinderella – Gwen D’Angelo Prince Charming – Mike D’Angelo Mr. Saifair – Gregory David Barnett Queenie (Queen Bee) – Niki Luparelli Mama Bear – Yolanda Spearman Mary Quite Contrary – Journee LaFond Mermaid – Yolanda Spearman Mermaid (last line) – Tianna Tagami Spice Up Your Life Writer: Jan Schwaid Cultural Consultant: Rinat Hadad Siegel Auntie PJ – Laura Rondinella Elijah – Nate DuFort Goldilocks: Maya Aoki Tuttle Baby Bear – Rich Wentworth Mr. Saifair – Gregory David Barnett Mary Quite Contrary – Journee La Fond

    48 min

  9. EPISODE 62

    Hanukkah Playlist (Re-air)

    Chag Sameach! Enjoy a Hanukkah gift from PJ Library: a curated playlist of stories just for you. Whether you enjoy these on the way to a gathering with friends or snuggled up enjoying the light of the candles, we wish all of our listeners a wonderful Hanukkah. For more Hanukkah fun, download our free guide, A Time to Hope or visit pjlibrary.org/hanukkah. Episode Credits Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library. Producer: Alli Thresher Writers: Jan Schwaid, Petey Gibson Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore. Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments).

    33 min

  10. EPISODE 63

    Marion’s Mashal Adventures

    You know her, you love her – she's Marion, the not-so-old woman who used to live in a shoe. Sometimes she still does... mostly she lives in a giant pumpkin with her many MANY children. Season 5 has a special surprise in store for our friend Marion, so let’s take a walk down memory lane through some of her most memorable episodes. Enjoy!     And don’t forget to leave PJ Library Presents: Beyond the Bookcase on your favorite podcast platforms.    Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library.  Production: Producer, Alli Thresher; Digital Coordinator, Megan Bagala  Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA  Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore.  Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments).    Episode credits:   Goldilocks and the Tzedakah Project:  Writers: Jan Schwaid, Petey Gibson  Cast  Micah – Maxwell Glick  Miri - Arianna Fox  Jacob - Cara Cabal Coniglio  Evie - Sylvia Beth Schmitz  Blue - Maya Aoki Tuttle  Auntie PJ – Madelaine Ripley  Golem - Pat Bordenave  Mr. Saifair – Tau Zaman  Goldilocks - Maya Aoki Tuttle  Baby Bear - Rich Wentworth    Story for Another Time: Passover in Mashal  Writers: Jan Schwaid, Petey Gibson  Cast  Miri - Arianna Fox  Evie - Samantha Philyaw  Blue - Maya Aoki Tuttle  Jacob - Caro Cabal Coniglio  Joha - Ryan Abedi  Elijah - Nate DuFort  Auntie PJ - Laura Rondinella  Micah - Maxwell Glick  Mr. Saifair - Gregory David Barnett  Marion, the Woman in the Shoe - Tianna Tagami  Chicken Little - Blair Which  Snow White - Laura Schreiber  Golem - Pat Bordenave  Cinderella - Gwen D'Angelo  Humpty Dumpty - John Henry Kurtz  Dolores the Donkey - Alli Thresher    Mermaid Murmurs  Writers: Jan Schwaid, Petey Gibson  Cast  Elijah – Nate DuFort  Rapunzel – Daniella Rabbani  Mr. Saifair – Gregory David Barnett  Kid/Daughter – Alli Thresher  Junie the Mermaid – Yolanda Spearman  Prince Charming – Mike D'Angelo  Cinderella – Gwen D'Angelo  Marion the Not-So-Old Woman Who Lives in a Shoe – Tianna Tagami    Golem's Challah  Writers: Jan Schwaid, Petey Gibson  Cast  Auntie PJ – Laura Rondinella  Elijah – Nate DuFort  Marion, the Not-So-Old Woman Who Lives in a Shoe – Tianna Tagami  Kids 1,2,3 - Alli Thresher  Golem – Pat Bordenave  Don Swan – LD Castro

    1h 14m
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Deep in the basement of congregation Sofer Shalom, there’s a dusty library that’s really the home of a magical portal to another world. Join siblings Miri and Micah as they explore a mysterious land, where stories come to life! Enjoy fairytales with unexpected twists and Jewish lessons as Miri, Micah, and their friends, encounter golems, book worms, giants and even talking animals! For full credits and accompanying activities, visit pjlibrary.org/podcast.

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