Using our Library Voices

Harris County Public Library
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A podcast brought to you by the staff at Harris County Public Library created to help spark discussion for listeners of all ages and discover resources available at our library.

  1. 6D AGO

    LIVE 5th Anniversary Special

    How did we all get started in libraries? For our 5th year anniversary episode, we talk to all current cast members of our podcast about their personal journeys into the library world. Listen to our back catalog for more Using Our Library Voices at www.hcpl.net/podcast Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library. www.hcpl.net Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu

    1h 1m

  2. SEP 19

    How AC changed Houston

    This month we talk about how the invention of air conditioning has forever changed the future of Houston!  Learn how the humidity and other challenges of our environment affects all aspects of life and the library. Listen to our Fungus Among Us episode here Learn more about our library at www.hcpl.net Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library. www.hcpl.net Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu

    21 min

  3. AUG 12

    Using our Library Voices- Inside Brains

    Join us this month as we explore inside our brains. John recounts how he learned lines for a Shakespearean role, and Sadina talks with UT Health Neurologist, Dr. Rajesh Gupta about the different ways brains process information.  Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library. www.hcpl.net Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu

    48 min

  4. JUL 9

    Using Our Library Voices is Summer-Sized: RPGs, D&D, and Renaissance Faires

    This extra-long episode is a celebration of fantasy, strategy, and storytelling as your Harris County Public Library librarians roll initiative on a journey through their favorite RPG passions! We start with RPG and turn-based combat video games that first opened the portal to imaginative realms. From there, we dig deep into the immersive world of tabletop role-playing games, Dungeons & Dragons, and the strategic thrill of trading card games like Magic: The Gathering. Finally, we swap our dice for doublets as we dive into Renaissance Faires—where the fantasy comes to life. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or just starting your quest, join us for a fun, geeky deep dive filled with nostalgia, laughter, and more than a few critical hits.  Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library. www.hcpl.net Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu

    1h 34m

  5. JUN 27

    Auditioning and Other Acting Tips from Houston Actors

    Houston has a lively theater scene and for this episode we talk with Mary at Spring Branch Memorial Branch Library and  3 other actors in Houston about auditioning and the Houston Theatre scene. Learn more about Acting and Theater in Houston with our Resources for Actors available on our website blog here Actors Aaron Garrett, Dano Colón, and Destiny Duhon join us in this episode. Check out the live shows at our libraries this Summer as part of our Summer Reading Program! ARTS AND CULTURE EVENTS  Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library. www.hcpl.net Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu

    45 min

  6. MAY 21

    Color Our World: Art, Authors & Summer Stories

    This episode is bursting with creativity! In honor of this year’s Summer Reading Program theme, Color Our World, we team up with our artsy neighbors at the Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts. Discover how this hidden gem next to the Barbara Bush Library brings color, culture, and kid-friendly exhibits to our community. Join Rebecca Burns and Samantha Aguilar from the Pearl as we dive into the vibrant world of color—its culture, its politics, and yes, its drama. PLUS: Hear shoutouts from your favorite authors recorded at the Texas Library Association Conference by our own Gabbing Librarian, Jennifer Finch. From Martha Wells to Saadia Faruqi and Bob Shea, it’s a celebration of stories, art, and summer fun! 🎧 Tune in and color your world with us! 🎧 Hosted by: Sadina Shawver  🎚️ Edited by: Katelyn Helberg  🎤 Featuring: Rebecca Burns, Samantha Aguilar, Jennifer Finch, amazing authors at Texas Library Association 2025 Conference  Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library. www.hcpl.net Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu

    43 min
  7. Gabbing with the Librarians: Tickets, Cons, and Chaos

    MAY 20

    Gabbing with the Librarians: Tickets, Cons, and Chaos

    Get ready for a jam-packed episode with two epic segments you won't want to miss!  💥 Segment One: Ticketmaster Thunderdome We're diving headfirst into the wild world of snagging K-Pop concert tickets — it's chaos, strategy, and pure adrenaline. From waitlists to war stories, we’ve got the lowdown on how to survive the ticketing frenzy and prep like a pro for the ultimate fan experience.  🎭 Segment Two: Convention Survival Guide Planning your next big con? We’ve got your back. Tune in for essential tips and clever tricks to stay safe, sane, and energized during those marathon convention days. From cosplay hacks to self-care musts, this segment is your geeky guide to thriving in the crowd.  🎧 Produced by: Jennifer Finch  🎚️ Edited by: Beth Krippel  🎤 Featuring: Sadina Shawver, Davonna Cartright, Tasha Storfer, Laurel Roseborrough, and Darla Pruitt  Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library. www.hcpl.net Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu

    58 min

  8. MAY 12 · BONUS

    BONUS: Interview with Eric Berger

    In this interview, John Schaffer interviews Space City Weather founder Eric Berger discusses Hurricane Beryl's impact on Houston, which caused extensive damage with 97 mph winds. He advises Houston residents to understand their location-specific vulnerabilities while maintaining perspective. Berger highlights climate trends affecting Houston, including longer summers and earlier heat, and emphasizes the urgent need for the "Ike Dike" coastal barrier and comprehensive flood planning to ensure Houston's long-term viability.  Read our blog here: https://hcpl.net/blogs/post/interview-with-space-city-weathers-eric-berger/ Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library. www.hcpl.net Podcast Team Members include: Beth Krippel, John Harbaugh, Mary Mink, Dylan Smith, Sadina Shawver, Gisela Parker, Kara Ludwig, John Schaffer, Jennifer Finch, Katelyn Helberg, Darcy Casavant, Darla Pruitt and Nancy Hu

    29 min
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A podcast brought to you by the staff at Harris County Public Library created to help spark discussion for listeners of all ages and discover resources available at our library.

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  • Creator
    Harris County Public Library
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    93
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Using our Library Voices
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    Using our Library Voices