On the Same Page: A KCPL Podcast

Chapter 2: Dinos, Dungeons, and InDependence

Hosts Evan and Tanya welcome Amanda Gibson from KCPL to discuss Summer Library Club, the year-long America 250 reading challenge, and upcoming adult programs like Summerween and History Alive. The episode includes a mini book club (Dungeon Crawler Carl and Jurassic Park), highlights library history and archives, and explains how to join reading challenges via Beanstack or paper logs. Listeners learn about prizes, branch events, and how to contact the podcast at podcast@kcpls.org.

Chapter 1: Our First Guest

Co-hosts Evan and Tanya welcome Noelle from KCPL's teen department to discuss teen spaces, reminisce about being teenagers, and preview Summer Library Club programming across the system. The episode highlights adult and YA book picks, a lively debate about whether audiobooks count as reading, how to suggest purchases or request books, and details on teen summer events like Salsa Gardens, an Ancient World escape room, Minecraft mini-games, and a slime finale.

The Prologue

Join Evan and Tanya for the premiere episode of "On the Same Page," where they introduce themselves, share childhood library memories, explain their roles at Kanawha County Public Library, and talk about their reading tastes and favorite comfort shows. The hosts also preview summer library club "Unearth a Story," highlight kickoff events across KCPL branches, tease upcoming episodes, and invite listeners to subscribe and send ideas to podcast@kcpls.org.

Trailer: On the Same Page A KCPL Podcast

Get ready to turn the page on a brand new adventure with KCPL! This trailer for our upcoming podcast, On The Same Page, is just a sneak peek of what’s in store. Every month, we’ll bring you lots of book recommendations, behind-the-scenes stories from our staff, and the latest news from across the Kanawha County Public Library system. Whether you’re a local regular or listening from across the globe, you’re invited. Tune in for inspiration you can take back to your own local library.... because no matter where you are, we’re here to foster a community of readers.