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Adrian District Library professionals discussing books, movies, pop culture, and more. Our emphasis will be readers/viewers/services advisory, but this podcast will provide a connection to the inner workings and interests of staff members at ADL. We're not just about books, we're Semi Bookish.
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Monday Dec 05, 2022
Avatar: The Last Airbender (with some Korra on the side)
Monday Dec 05, 2022
Monday Dec 05, 2022
From the brilliant minds of Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko sprung "Avatar: The Last Airbender," a profoundly Asian-inspired fantasy world that embraced the Hero's Journey through the beautifully complex protagonist Aang, a 12 year old destined to save the world from the imperialistic Fire Nation. Far from just an animated series, "The Last Airbender" and its successor, "The Legend of Korra," intelligently tackle serious themes, like colonization, female empowerment, and more, which is why the franchise has situated itself as a favorite amongst the young and the old.
Monday Oct 31, 2022
Vampires in Lit, Film, & Beyond
Monday Oct 31, 2022
Monday Oct 31, 2022
Halloween is literally upon us (or behind us depending on when you tune in), and we want to give you something sanguine that you can sink your teeth into. No tricks; just treats. This is Semi Bookish diving (just barely) into the realm of vampires throughout multiple media, whether literature, games, movies, and more.
Monday Oct 17, 2022
Hail to the King (of Horror)!
Monday Oct 17, 2022
Monday Oct 17, 2022
With the Spooky season in full swing, Semi Bookish wanted to pay homage to the King of Horror, Stephen King.
Monday Oct 03, 2022
Talking Tolkien, the Sequel Podcast
Monday Oct 03, 2022
Monday Oct 03, 2022
Talking Tolkien for just a single podcast is a disservice, especially when you consider that the film trilogies for both "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings" are (almost) as culturally significant as the books upon which they are based. There are films and TV series which many believe possible only because the fantasy film fanbase grew in the wake of Peter Jackson's epic adaptation of the War of the One Ring.
Monday Sep 19, 2022
Finding your next favorite read through the power of Readers Advisory!
Monday Sep 19, 2022
Monday Sep 19, 2022
Readers Advisory, the process of putting the right book into a reader's hands, is an art form. It can take shape in a myriad of ways, but just how do you handle the process? Tune in to Semi Bookish for our insights as well as a few tips and tricks.
Monday Sep 05, 2022
Talking Tolkien (and LOTR)
Monday Sep 05, 2022
Monday Sep 05, 2022
In honor of J. R. R. Tolkien's birthday, and, Semi Bookish decided to take to the microphone to talk about the man often referred to as the Father of Modern Fantasy Literature. We'll talk about the Lord of the Rings, too, and we might even tread lightly over the films and the upcoming "Rings of Power."
Monday Aug 22, 2022
Two Years of Semi Bookish (and counting)!
Monday Aug 22, 2022
Monday Aug 22, 2022
With the second year of recording officially behind us, Semi Bookish reflects on its finer moments before turning its gaze to the future. Tune in to reminisce and to get a sense of what is, or might be, in store.
Monday Aug 08, 2022
A Historical Fiction Addiction (and a heartfelt farewell to Jen)
Monday Aug 08, 2022
Monday Aug 08, 2022
Jennifer, ADL's Adult and Teen Services Librarian extraordinaire, is leaving us to chase new and exciting opportunities. Although we will miss her, we're also celebrating her future. And how best to wish her the best then to discuss Historical Fiction, which is one of Jen's jams, in case you haven't been listening.
Monday Jul 11, 2022
Rolling into Dungeons & Dragons
Monday Jul 11, 2022
Monday Jul 11, 2022
Dive into the realm of Dungeons & Dragons along with the stalwart crew of Semi Bookish and their fearless Dungeon Daddy. Along with wishing the late and nerdy Gary Gygax a happy birthday, we explore the popular TTRPG's evolution from its earliest stages to the gaming juggernaut that it is today.
Monday Jun 27, 2022
Tuning into Queer Television
Monday Jun 27, 2022
Monday Jun 27, 2022
Semi Bookish strays from the straight path to take Queer Television to task, doling out praise and criticism with an equally heavy hand.