Love Your Shelf

Hiatus 21.02.2021 0:28 ↓

Winter storms blew us right off track for a bit, but we will returning with two episodes back to back!

The Darkness and the Light 08.02.2021 31:06 ↓

Crystal and Emily talk about an exciting new book coming out soon, Maxwell’s Demon by Steven Hall, as well as some recent hits and misses.

Entropy in the Kitchen 29.01.2021 37:25 ↓

Crystal and Emily cover some new and old novels that’ll make you think and some lesser known TV and movies you should check out.

Library of Things 16.01.2021 1:20 ↓

What do you do when you desperately need to make a teddy bear shaped cake? Why, visit the Library of Things at the Nacogdoches Public Library, of course!

This Might Sound Crazy, But... 15.01.2021 1:00:37 ↓

Crystal and Emily take a turn into the uncanny with tales of the unexplained.

Super Mega Epic Episode of Lengthiness 08.01.2021 1:10:04 ↓

Crystal and Emily have a lot to say after a couple of weeks off! Tune in for book, podcast, movie, and show recommendations!

Goodbye 2020! 18.12.2020 51:32 ↓

In the last episode of the year, Crystal and Emily talk about new books and shows, with a long list of all-time favorite films that have just been ordered for the library.

Holly Jolly Something 11.12.2020 34:46 ↓

Emily and Crystal discuss holiday movies, from new classics to family favorites.

A Turtle Daemon? 09.12.2020 47:23 ↓

From serious books to underrated books (and everywhere in between), Crystal and Emily talk about their reading and viewing, including a special segment on new children’s books.

It’s All Dystopias and Dark Comedies, Plus Dave Chapelle 27.11.2020 37:31 ↓

Check out the latest recommendations in dystopian fiction (because what other kind is there these days?) and nontraditional holiday movies. Plus, weigh in on the Battle of the Best Batman.

Food, Fantasy, and Holiday Wishes 20.11.2020 33:53 ↓

Crystal and Emily talk best food shows, recent fantasy novels, and the New Abnormal.

Back in the Saddle 13.11.2020 30:06 ↓

Crystal and Emily of the Nacogdoches Public Library are back with season 2 and revealing their book and media recommendations from the past two months.

Bodice Rippers and TMI 18.09.2020 40:23 ↓

Amy Goodwin joins Crystal and Emily for a discussion of romance novels.

Straight Up About Bigfoot 11.09.2020 36:15 ↓

Crystal and Emily of the Nacogdoches Public Library talk about books, movies, shows, and podcasts.

Speculation and Disinformation 04.09.2020 33:21 ↓

Crystal and Emily discuss their favorite books and media from the past week.

Fan Faves and Flashbacks 29.08.2020 44:46 ↓

Crystal and Emily discuss their latest book and media recommendations, along with What We’re Loving This Week and Flashback Faves.

Hook and Eye 21.08.2020 33:21 ↓

Crystal and Emily talk Margaret Atwood, the Sopranos, and everything in between.

Creativity, Characters, and Classics 15.08.2020 47:13 ↓

Crystal and Emily return from vacation with an extra helping of book, movie, and show recommendations. Plus, stay tuned for a new podcast, The Story You Tell at Parties.

Universes, Science Fictional and Otherwise 24.07.2020 30:53 ↓

Crystal and Emily discuss a wide variety of books, movies, shows, and podcasts.

Fascism, Fear, Food, and Feels 17.07.2020 30:34 ↓

Crystal and Emily discuss books and media that range from serious history and true crime to food shows that are borderline bonkers.

Dark & Morbid & Gothic 10.07.2020 27:58 ↓

Things take a dark turn as Crystal and Emily talk about what they’re reading, watching, and listening to this week.

Lazy Geniuses 27.06.2020 18:02 ↓

Emily is back with Crystal to provide a quick update and some excellent recommendations.

A Good Conversation is Hard to Find 19.06.2020 43:47 ↓

Librarian extraordinaire Sonja Shultz joins Crystal to talk about everything from French philosophy to cookbooks, and social justice to ZZ Top.

Elderberry Syrup and Outtakes 12.06.2020 29:59 ↓

Crystal is joined by Rachel Galan of Caddo Mounds State Historic Site shares who what she’s been reading and watching.

We’re All Just Trying to Get Away With Something 05.06.2020 25:10 ↓

Crystal is joined by book nerd extraordinaire, artist Candace Hicks, who also happens to be her sister.