Stories about humans — how we think, act, do, create, and exist — are all over the podcast landscape. When a request for human interest podcasts passed through the reference desk this week, I turned to some long-time trusted shows that are excellent for both new and veteran podcast listeners. On Being with Krista Tippett — big questions about the immensity … Continue reading To be human
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Great storytelling shows like Strangers
An underlying quality of the podcast Strangers is a close, intimate view into the life of someone else. It shines light on stories we haven’t necessarily heard, or if we have, we’ve never had a face (or a voice) to connect to the narrative. Nocturne — it’s documentary, fiction, and sound all layered together as stories about … Continue reading Great storytelling shows like Strangers
Can you help me find kids shows?
You know, I’ve been what most people would call an adult for years now, but I still have a soft spot for all kinds of kids media, especially young adult fiction and podcasts developed with a youthful audience in mind. There’s something about the simplicity of story that allows for creativity, and though it’s been … Continue reading Can you help me find kids shows?
Help me learn something new through relatable stories
One of the reasons I love podcasts is hearing straight from the people who’ve experienced things first-hand. When this request came in for learning new things and relatable stories (with an emphasis on teen life and struggles), I immediately knew which three shows to share. The Feeling Some Type of Way podcast pops to the … Continue reading Help me learn something new through relatable stories
Scratch my geeky/nerdy/nostalgic podcast itch.
Can you be nostalgic for a time or place you’ve never been? I was born in the 80s but still feel a closeness to it… must be something in the air at that time. Your busy-bee Podcast Librarian Ma’ayan here, checking in from the past with some nostalgic podcasts for a geeky nerd listener. For … Continue reading Scratch my geeky/nerdy/nostalgic podcast itch.
I love My Favorite Murder. What should I listen to next?
Ma’ayan here, your friendly neighborhood Podcast Librarian, checking in from buzzing about the pod-o-sphere for new things to share with you. I’m always listening to best match the shows I find with your interests. All the links in this article will automatically open in the RadioPublic app, so download the app for iOS or Android … Continue reading I love My Favorite Murder. What should I listen to next?