KPL Podcast

This week on the KPL Podcast our special guest is best seller novelist Nancy Jooyoun Kim. Nancy, Ryan, and Jigisha discuss her debut title and Reese's Book Club Pick, The Last Story of Mina Lee . The conversation continues as Jigisha and Ryan share their must read recommendations about the American immigrant experience. It is a fantastic episode that's not to be missed!  Have a topic you...

Prepare your funny bone to be tickled as your KPL Podcast guest this week is former head writer of the Daily Show with Jon Stewart, Elliott Kalan! We will be chatting about his latest book " Sharko and Hippo ," word play, the film CATS , and so much more! Laugh along as Elliott gifts the library a theme song! Jigisha and Ryan also discuss their favorite bad movie recommendation. It'...

   Your KPL Podcast greets 2021 the only way it knows how. With fantastic author guests! This week we are joined by best-selling author of " The Gown " Jennifer Robson! She discusses her latest title " Our Darkest Night ," Italy, family, and much more. Jigisha and Ryan also take a look into the human history of New Year's Resolutions. It's a brand new year but the sam...

Welcome back to another episode of the KPL podcast.  This week is going to be a little different.  Ryan and Jigisha created and original piece of writing that is narrated by them along with several colleagues.  The Library Carol is based on the Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens.  Statista Kirkwood Public Library Music and sound effects from Epidemic Sound

Listeners we are in store for a holiday treat. Jigisha and Ryan are joined by one of America's greatest storytellers. Perhaps best known for both the novel and the Tony award winning musical Wicked!, Best Selling Novelist Gregory Maguire joins us today to talk about his latest haunting and magical tale, A Wild Winter Swan. Some of Jigisha and Ryan's favorite episodes Clint McElroy Eric C...

This year saw the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment! To celebrate this historic occasion the KPL Podcast is joined by author Bridget Quinn ! We will be discussing her book " She Votes: How U.S. Women Won Suffrage, and What Happened Next " This week's episode is a can't miss!    Recommendations: 1. Georgia O' Keefe by Roxana Robinson 2. Self Portra...

This week's episode of the KPL Podcast is sure to strike a chord with history buffs and fans of WW2 espionage alike. We speak with author Sonia Purnell about her best-seller "A Woman of No Importance" and the courageous life of Virginia Hall. All this and much more on this can't miss episode of the KPL Podcast! Links and Recommendations A Woman of No Importance by Sonia Purnell...

Welcome back.  You are in for a treat because Ryan and Jigisha interview author and illustrator Jerry Craft .  His book, "New Kid" has won both the Newberry Medal and the Coretta Scott King award for 2020.  New Kid is also the first graphic novel to win the Newberry Medal.  Enjoy the interview. New Kid by Jerry Craft Class Act by Jerry Craft Twins by Varian Johnson Clap When You Land by...

Throughout 2020 Jigisha and Ryan have enjoyed the privilege of discussing a wealth of titles that are special to them with creators that brought them to life. This week is no exception. We are joined by Alexander McCall Smith , author of the much beloved The No# 1 Ladies Detective Agency series amongst many others. We discuss his latest novel, Elephants, Botswana, and much much more. How to Raise...

It's time for another amazing episode of the KPL Podcast. This week we speak with author and cartoonist John Allison about his multi-eisner winning series and library favorite, Giant Days. Also Ryan along with guest host Mel chat about a listener requested topic, adult and nonfiction graphic novels recommendations. It's a long box full of myler bagged memories and brilliant books on this...

Strap in dear listeners for the galaxy spanning 50th episode of the KPL Podcast! For decades our special guest has brought to life the beloved protocol droid C-3PO and has written a memoir detailing those experiences. This week Anthony Daniels visits the show to chat about " I am C-3PO: The Inside Story " recently released in paperback! Bless my circuits, there is more! Jigisha investiga...

Terrifying tidings to all you boys and ghouls! Join your horror hosts Ryan and Jigisha as they close our Halloween celebrations with a truly frightening KPL Podcast episode. This week we are joined by author Matthew Lyons , who scares us with the tale from his debut title "The Night Will Find Us" from there we journey further into cosmic strangeness with Sean Branney of the H.P. Lovecraf...

"We're all mad here." Mad for the next episode of the KPL Podcast! This week we speak with L.L. McKinney , author of the Nightmare-Verse series. They are a thrill ride twist on the beloved Alice in Wonderland . Don't miss this episode crammed with pop culture, own voices, and awesome novels!    Nightmare Verse A Blade so Black A Dream so Dark A Crown So Cursed (releases April 2...

More Halloween.  This week Ryan and Jigisha are sticking with tradition and bringing your their Halloween recommendation episode.  The theme this year is Halloween monsters. Listen to the episode to find out more about zombies, werewolves, vampires, ghosts, and witches. Find out Ryan and Jigisha's favorite monster movies and books. Links: History Channel Zombies World War Z by Max Brooks Worl...

We are continuing with our suspense and spooky theme for this week's episode.  Today we are speaking with bestselling author Vanessa Lillie about her new book," For the Best ",  The novel was released at the beginning of September and instantly became a "must read" for both Popsugar and Crimereads .  For another civics segment, Ryan and Jigisha discuss the steps involved i...

The most frightfully fun season is here and the KPL Podcast is kicking off October with a "Nevermore!" Jigisha chats with Enrica Jang of the Poe House & Museum about the life of Edgar Allan Poe and this weekend's Poe International Festival. We speak with bestselling author Wendy Walker about her latest thriller "Don't Look For Me!" and much more! Don't miss t...

Banned Books Week runs from Sept 27th to Oct 3rd and the KPL Podcast is celebrating the event  with a visit from Professor Lisa Hoppenjans of the First Amendment Clinic . She will be discussing some of the history and practice of banning books and censorship. Jigisha and Ryan will also be discussing frequently challenged classics that have had lasting impact. Don't ban this episode because it...

The KPL Podcast is celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month with another wonderful episode! Award winning author and poet Elizabeth Acevedo joins us to talk about her latest book " Clap When You Land " and treats us to a reading! Fellow librarian Maggie Miller also drops by with some of her favorite recommendations from amazing Hispanic authors. All this and much more can be enjoyed...

 Another exciting episode of the KPL Podcast is coming right atcha! We are joined by local author Laura Miller with her most recent title " The Dream ." Additionally 2020 Census enumerator Dan Brower stops by to answer our question "Why is the census so vital?" along with many others. Plus Ryan learns about the wonder that is Jane Austen. All this and more! The KPL Podcast is a...

Hello, We have another jammed packed KPL Podcast episode ready just for you! Join author Jasmine Warga as she discusses her latest title " Other Words for Home ". Also Nancy Price of the League of Women Voters visits to answer our questions about mail-in voting. Lastly, for National Wildlife Day, Jigisha and I share some furry friend recommendations. Happy Listening Vote 411 Missouri Sec...

Welcome back Kirkwood. As we are bidding adieu to August and the 2020 election season is in full swing, Jigisha and Ryan dive into another civic segment, particularly citizen engagement with Podcaster Gabe Fleisher. Additionally, they have another exciting special guest!  Kim Johnson will be dropping by to discuss her debut title " This Is My America " Wake up to Politics Punching the Ai...

Welcome back.  This week Ryan and Jigisha visit the children's library.  The first place winner of the "I Survived" Short Story Contest will read her story for us.  Please visit the KPL Digital Archives to read entries from all the talented young writers.  Next we speak with author Eileen Moskowitz-Palma regarding her latest book " Camp Clique " .  This is a fun episode th...

This episode of the KPL Podcast takes a look at two of our favorite topics. Books and Lifelong Learning. So we are joined by " Crazy Rich Asians " author, Kevin Kwan to discuss his latest novel " Sex and Vanity . " Then stick around for the next offering in our ongoing civics segment as we discuss elections with Missouri Secretary of State , Jay Ashcroft. Enjoy this episode tha...

Welcome to the paranormal romance themed episode of the KPL Podcast! This week we are joined by national bestselling and local author Laurell K. Hamilton, we will be discussing the newest title in the Anita Blake: Vampire Hunter series, Sucker Punch! Jigisha and Ryan will also recommend some of their favorite supernatural romance titles and discuss future programming. This episode of the KPL Podca...

Welcome back. It's the library episode, Ryan and Jigisha interview MLA president Cindy Dudenhoffer. She discusses the importance of libraries in our communities and how libraries are adaptable and evolve to continue to provide access to resources.  For the virtual conference visit www.molib.org  Next we interview bestselling author Fiona Davis about her new book, The Lions of 5th Ave.  A hist...