Call Number with American Libraries is a monthly podcast series from American Libraries, the magazine of the American Library Association.

Libraries are so much more than their physical collections, but not everyone knows that. Check out our new episode and hear how OverDrive is spreading the word and helping people #CheckOutYourLibrary. | bit.ly/CN-COYL #LibraryLove #LibraryTwitter #Bookish #BookTwitter
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In Ep. 97, we celebrate music! @placentialib, @dallaslibrary, and @OCPLibraries discuss their Taylor Swift, K-Pop, and Beyoncé events; #ALAAC24 attendees revisit their first concert; and librarian/musician Joy Worland talks winning a Grammy Award. | bit.ly/CN-Ep97
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Ready to hit the surf and sand in San Diego for #ALAAC24? In Ep. 96, we share what to do and where to eat in America's Finest City! | bit.ly/CN-Ep96
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What are some everyday green practices in today's libraries? Tune in to Ep. 95 of Call Number, Sustainability Strategies, to find out more. | bit.ly/CN-Ep95
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Ahead of Preservation Week 2024 (April 28–May 4) Episode 94 features interviews with author Traci Sorell, @BPLBoston's special collections public services supervisor Kathleen Monahan, and reps from @WinterthurMuse/@UD_ArtCons's Poison Book Project. | bit.ly/CN-Ep94
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From chatbots to image generators to robot companions, AI is everywhere. Ep. 93 of Call Number, featuring convos w/ @SantaAnaLibrary + @elissamalespina, explores how it's emerging in libraries. | bit.ly/CN-Ep93
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Still fired up from last night's game? Ep. 92 of Call Number features conversations with librarian athletes in the distinctive sports of wheelchair racing, pickleball, and powerlifting. | bit.ly/CN-Ep92
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Ready to head to Baltimore for ALA's #LibLearnX24 conference? Ep. 91 explores the city's bites and sights w/ @H3irloomBalt and @MDhumanities. Plus, hear Maryland school librarians share their favorite parts about B'more culture and history. | bit.ly/CN-Epi91
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In Ep. 90, we feature never-before-released clips from conversations held throughout 2023 with authors who share how libraries have been an integral part of their life and work. | bit.ly/CN-Ep90
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Libraries can be a lifeline for those who are incarcerated or detained. In Ep. 89, Call Number discusses creative programs in prison libraries. | bit.ly/CN-Ep89
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Why do the Salem witch trials still resonate with us today? How can librarians implement tarot reading classes for their patrons? Ep. 88 of Call Number, our annual Halloween-themed episode, explores these topics and more. | bit.ly/CN-Ep88
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Ep. 87 of Call Number looks at the recent wave of book bans and other censorship attempts that have threatened democracy, restricting access and of many readers. | bit.ly/CN-Ep87
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School is back in session! Ep. 86 of Call Number explores a dual master's degree in library science and social work being offered at @DominicanU and iBlackCaucus, a student organization launched by @BC_ALA | bit.ly/3sfSVC5
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Ep. 85 is all about comics! Tune in for a chat w/ @JRLibrarian on manga, graphic novelists @DaveScheidt @kazukibuishi @harmimimi and Pedro Martín from #ALAAC23, and Jenny Robb from @OSULibrary's Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum. | bit.ly/CN-Ep85
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Need insider tips on what to do in Chicago for #ALAAC23? In Ep. 84, members of the Call Number podcast team, episode guests, and some local librarians give you the low-down. | bit.ly/CN-Ep84
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Ep. 83 highlights how libraries and librarians are supporting small business owners—particularly those who are Black, Indigenous, and people of color. | bit.ly/CN-Ep83
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On a special bonus episode, learn about Kanopy, a video streaming service platform, and how it can enrich, engage, and entertain library patrons through films and series. [bit.ly/CN-KanopyEp] | Sponsored by @Kanopy
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Libraries have long been a lifeline to patrons looking to connect with health care resources, dispel misinformation, and find answers discreetly. Ep. 82 explores sexual and reproductive health information at the library. | bit.ly/CN-Ep82
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Episode 81 features conversations with @harriscountypl, @MDPLS, and @PioneerLibSys on how their libraries have pivoted and expanded offerings during the pandemic. Plus, a cameo from viral sensation Curbside Larry! | bit.ly/3ZOc22b
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Tomorrow is Valentine's Day! Start celebrating with Ep. 80, which features a panel with author-librarians and romance novel experts Robin Bradford (@Tuphlos) and Jessica Pryde (@jessisreading) and a glimpse at Boston Public Library's micro-weddings. | bit.ly/CN-Ep80
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In 10 days, ALA will take on New Orleans for the #LibLearnX23 conference. Ep. 79 highlights the food and music of the Big Easy w/ interviews w/ @SouthernFood and @NOLALibrary. You'll even hear some of the team's favorite stops! | bit.ly/CN-Ep79
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It's been a tumultuous time for the library profession, but authors have stepped up to advocate for—and sing the praises of—books, libraries, and democracy. In Ep. 78, hear them share what role libraries have played in their lives. | bit.ly/CNEp78
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The responsibilities of medical librarians are constantly evolving with technology and the implementation of new programming. In Ep. 77, we dive into some of those initiatives. | bit.ly/CN-Ep77
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What Goosebumps villain scares @RL_Stine the most? What is it about the horror genre that repulses and yet captivates us? Ep. 76, our annual Halloween-themed episode, explores these questions and more. | bit.ly/CN-Ep76
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On a special bonus episode, learn about Gale Presents: Udemy, an online course provider being offered in public libraries to help patrons learn a new skill or develop a personal interest. | Sponsored by @galecengage [bit.ly/CN-GaleUdemy]
Coinciding with American Libraries' Library Design Showcase, now out in the Sept./Oct. issue, Ep. 75 explores ideas and solutions on rethinking and improving your library space. | bit.ly/CN-Ep75
Ep. 74 looks at the ways the library profession is helping Ukraine, from advising the preservation of materials to teaching English to refugees who have settled in Canada. | bit.ly/CN-Ep74
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Ep. 73 celebrates 100 years of the Newbery Medal! Check out interviews with past winners @JerryCraft, @CindyKadohata, @taekeller, and @LoisLowryWriter on what they remember about getting "the call": bit.ly/CN-Ep73
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In less than two weeks, we're all going to be together again at the American Library Association’s 2022 Annual Conference and Exhibition in Washington, D.C. In Ep. 72, the podcast team and some special guests gear you up for your trip. bit.ly/CN-Ep72
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On a special bonus episode, learn about Gale Presents: Excel Adult High School, an online high school completion program being offered in public libraries. | Sponsored by @galecengage [bit.ly/CN-GaleExcelAdultHS]
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. In Ep. 71, "Setting Up for Self-Care," we speak with library workers about the importance of taking care of yourselves and your patrons, especially during stressful times like the pandemic. bit.ly/CN-Ep71
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We're back! In Ep. 70, "Making Financial Sense," we chat with @RocCityLibrary about how The Lego Movie sparked interest in starting a financial literacy club for refugee kids in Rochester, N.Y. bit.ly/CN-Ep70
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Year-End Author Chats: Tune in to listen to never-before-released clips featuring @EmmanuelAcho @isabelallende @ziggymarley @PadmaLakshmi @maxbrooksauthor @JudyTyrus/Paul Novosel of @DTHballet and @savalatweets ow.ly/sh0N50Hkr2V
Food, Glorious Food: Check out Episode 68 for conversations about food, family, and libraries with @PadmaLakshmi, @senatormayukh, and a look inside the @TestKitchen library ow.ly/cBV850GTV40
Food, Glorious Food: Check out Episode 68 for conversations about food, family, and libraries with @PadmaLakshmi, @senatormayukh, and a look inside the @TestKitchen library ow.ly/cBV850GTV40
On a special bonus episode, learn about the newsAgents of Change 2.0 paper and how school librarians have been responding and adapting to the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic | Sponsored by @galecengage ow.ly/a2Bh50GBsBQ
On a special bonus episode, learn about the newsAgents of Change 2.0 paper and how school librarians have been responding and adapting to the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic | Sponsored by @galecengage ow.ly/a2Bh50GBsBQ
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What is it about zombies that fascinates and frightens us? For our annual Halloween episode, we explore libraries and the living dead with @PittLibraries, Tom Green County (Texas) Library System, and Newsflesh trilogy author @seananmcguire. americanlibrariesmagazine.or…
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Library Architecture and Design: In Episode 66 we discuss two of the libraries featured in @amlibraries 2021 Library Design Showcase: @SLCPL Sprague branch and Homestead, Florida's #Cybrarium ow.ly/Cd4t50Ge4Xo
Library Architecture and Design: In Episode 66 we discuss two of the libraries featured in @amlibraries 2021 Library Design Showcase: @SLCPL Sprague branch and Homestead, Florida's #Cybrarium ow.ly/Cd4t50Ge4Xo
Serving Our Veterans: In Episode 65 we talk about talk programming and services for military members with @wvuLibraries and Barr Memorial Library at @FortKnoxKY bit.ly/2XTLFwV
Serving Our Veterans: In Episode 65 we talk about talk programming and services for military members with @wvuLibraries and Barr Memorial Library at @FortKnoxKY bit.ly/2XTLFwV
Libraries and Hip-Hop: In Episode 64 we talk to @VideoMusicBox and @accordin2jo about using hip-hop for community outreach, teaching, preservation, and more. bit.ly/3wQnIlN
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Libraries and Hip-Hop: In Episode 64 we talk to @VideoMusicBox and @accordin2jo about using hip-hop for community outreach, teaching, preservation, and more. bit.ly/3wQnIlN
In this special bonus episode, we speak with Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist and #PresWk Honorary Chair Nikole Hannah-Jones about the 1619 Project and community archives bit.ly/3xurRxf
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In this special bonus episode, we speak with Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist and #PresWk Honorary Chair Nikole Hannah-Jones about the 1619 Project and community archives bit.ly/3xurRxf
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In our latest episode, we talk with school librarians about how they changed their work and services during the COVID-19 pandemic. #SchoolLibraryMonth bit.ly/3dzR5SO
In our latest episode, we talk with school librarians about how they changed their work and services during the COVID-19 pandemic. #SchoolLibraryMonth bit.ly/3dzR5SO
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Supporting Seniors during the Pandemic: Episode 60 looks at how libraries are providing outreach services to older adults during COVID-19, with @ABOS_Outreach and @torontolibrary bit.ly/31ewXPc
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Supporting Seniors during the Pandemic: Episode 60 looks at how libraries are providing outreach services to older adults during COVID-19, with @ABOS_Outreach and @torontolibrary bit.ly/31ewXPc
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Episode 59 looks at efforts to move forward the conversations about race and racism in the US, featuring interviews with @EmmanuelAcho and @whimsylibrarian bit.ly/2ZsGSja