Using our Library Voices

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 [http://www.hcpl.net/podcast] 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

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 [http://www.hcpl.net/podcast] 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

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/ [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 [http://www.hcpl.net/podcast] 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

This month, we’re talking about some of the many ways you can go green at the library. We’ll hear some voices from our most recent Repair Cafe, which took place at the Katherine Tyra Branch Library at Bear Creek this past month and we’ll also interview Laura Smith about sustainable libraries.  This podcast was produced by Darla Pruitt, edited by Beth Krippel and hosted by Gisela Parker. This episode featured voices from Katelyn Helberg, Kara Ludwig, Gisela Parker, Darla Pruitt, Dylan Smith, and Sara West. Special thanks to Lisa Lin, Steve Selzer, and Laura Smith for speaking with us for this episode. Thanks for listening, and we’ll see you in the stacks.     Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.  www.hcpl.net [http://www.hcpl.net/podcast] 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  Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library. www.hcpl.net [http://www.hcpl.net/podcast] 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

Join the panel of Gabbing with Librarians to discuss the representation of women in Japanese Anime. How has it changed and how is Japanese culture reflected in the way it portrays women in anime? Anime mentioned include (in no particular order) Kare Kano; Revolutionary Girl Utena; Love Hina; Tenchi Muyo (and subsequent series); Cardcaptor Sakura; Marmalade Boy; Inuyasha; Slayers; Magic Knight Rayearth; Naruto; Bleach; Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood; Jujutsu Kaisen; Attack on Titan; Trigun; Your Name; Tomorrow's Joe; Akir; Ronin Kenshin; Rose of Versailla; Lupin the Third; Studio Ghibli films; Cowboy Bebop; Dragon Ball; Horimiya; My Love Story with Yamada-Kun at Level 999; Laid Back Camp; My Romantic Comedy SNAFU; Mobile Suit Gundam; Mobile Suite Gundam The Witch from Mercury; Dan Da Dan; My Dress-Up Darling; Konasuba: God's Blessing on this Wonderful World!; Kaguya-sama: Love Is War; Ouran High School Host Club, Kaiju 8; Idol M@ster!; Zombie Land Saga; The Selection Project; Oshi No Ko; Ghost in the Shell; My Senpai Is Annoying; Wotakoi: Love Is Hard for Otaku; Bleach; Sailor Moon. Host and Producer: Jennifer Finch Panelists: Marissa Basquez, Janell Constantino, John Harbough Editor: Beth Krippel Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library. www.hcpl.net [http://www.hcpl.net/podcast] 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