22 episodes

Medium Lady Reads is a podcast about reading as self-care, a passionate love for the public library, and plenty of thoughts and opinions about book culture having its moment.

Medium Lady Reads Jillian O'Keefe and Erin Vandeven

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Medium Lady Reads is a podcast about reading as self-care, a passionate love for the public library, and plenty of thoughts and opinions about book culture having its moment.

    Episode 22: The BIPOC Reading Challenge

    Episode 22: The BIPOC Reading Challenge

    Hello, Hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 22, “The BIPOC Alphabet Reading Challenge with guest Alesia Galati.”In this episode, Jillian and Erin welcome their first guest host, Alesia Galati! They’re discussing Alesia’s BIPOC Alphabet Reading Challenge. Jillian and Erin would love it if you shared what diverse authors you’re reading! Be sure to tag them on Instagram, Jillian is @jillianfindinghappy and Erin is @medium.lady, or you can tag the show @mediumladyreads!In Thi...

    • 1 hr 2 min
    Episode 21: The Beach Read is -That Way

    Episode 21: The Beach Read is -That Way

    Hello, Hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 21, “The Beach Read is -That Way.”In this episode, Jillian and Erin start looking toward summer! With summer right around the corner, many of us are looking for those perfect books to enjoy under the sun. Erin and Jillian are huge fans of seasonal reading and just like their spooky book episode last fall, this episode will embrace the seasonal book genre known as the “Beach Read.”Jillian and Erin would love it if you shared YOUR FAVO...

    • 39 min
    Episode 20: Our Last Three Reads - Spring 2024

    Episode 20: Our Last Three Reads - Spring 2024

    Hello, Hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 20, “Our Last Three Reads - Spring 2024.”In this episode, Jillian and Erin will review the last three books they’ve read, and as they said back in Episode 15, they stay true to listing their actual last three books. They want to appeal to all their listeners' wide and varied tastes. Jillian and Erin would love it if you checked in and shared some of your previous 3 reads, just be sure to tag them on Instagram, Jillian is @jillia...

    • 49 min
    Episode 19: Checking In On Our 2024 Reading Goals

    Episode 19: Checking In On Our 2024 Reading Goals

    Hello, Hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 19, “Checking in On our 2024 Reading Goals.”In this episode, Jillian and Erin are checking in on how their 2024 reading goals are progressing and how it’s impacting their reading. Back in episode 14, Erin and Jillian listed off some of their reading goals for the coming year, and now it’s time for a check-in!Jillian and Erin would love it if you checked in on how your reading goals were going, tag them on Instagram, Jillian is @jilli...

    • 32 min
    Episode 18: Read This, Not That

    Episode 18: Read This, Not That

    Hello, Hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 18, “Read This, Not That.”In this episode, Jillian and Erin are having a "Read This, Not That" book conversation. Read This, Not That is all about sharing book substitutions—recommending books for each person’s reading taste. It's about acknowledging that not every book is for everyone and offering alternatives that might resonate more with listeners. There’s a lot to learn when you don’t like a book and hopefully, by the end of this...

    • 33 min
    Episode 17: Library Etiquette and Why Dear Abby Got it So Wrong

    Episode 17: Library Etiquette and Why Dear Abby Got it So Wrong

    Hello, Hi, and welcome to Medium Lady Reads this is episode 17, “Library Etiquette and Why Dear Abby Got it So Wrong.”In this episode, Jillian and Erin are diving into the realm of library etiquette and why it’s essential in fostering a positive reading environment. Libraries are sanctuaries for book lovers and many others within our communities, and understanding proper etiquette ensures that everyone can enjoy their time there to the fullest. However, sometimes people can take that etiquett...

    • 55 min

Customer Reviews

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4 Ratings

4 Ratings

Megsyboges ,

Bookworm’s delight!

I feel like I’m chatting with two friends about books and bookish things. It makes me so happy! I adore that Erin and Jillian are such big advocates of the library, which cannot get enough vocal support these days!

USA! USA! ,

Engaging, fun and important

I really enjoyed listening to this engaging conversation about the hosts’ favorite and most meaningful reads — books that left a lasting impact and brought tremendous value to their lives and the world. The show also makes space for humor and fun stories and reflections. I especially love the podcast’s specific focus on public libraries. The hosts are passionate about public access to books and knowledge resources, and their podcast reinforces why public libraries are so important to communities. Looking forward to hearing more!

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