40 Best Library Podcasts

1. School Librarians United

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Welcome to School Librarians United, a podcast dedicated to the nuts and bolts of running a successful school library. Tune in to learn all about the issues and challenges school librarians face every day!MORE Producer/Network Amy Hermon
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2. Borrowed Brooklyn Public Library

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BPL's new podcast series Borrowed and Banned tells the story of America's ideological war with its bookshelves. In seven episodes, we'll talk with students on the frontlines, librarians and teachers whose livelihoods are endangered when they speak up, and writers whose books have become political battleground.MORE Producer/Network Brooklyn Public Library
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 62.7KTwitter 33.7KInstagram 80.4K Since Feb 2019 Get Email Contact

3. Free Library Podcast

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The Free Library Podcast is an easy way to participate in the author events and lectures that take place at the Parkway Central Library. The mission of the Free Library of Philadelphia is to advance literacy, guide learning, and inspire curiosity. Its vision is to build an enlightened community devoted to lifelong learning.MORE Producer/Network Free Library of Philadelphia
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Apple Rating 4.3/5Facebook 47.1KTwitter 29.1KInstagram 41.8K Since Jan 2011 Get Email Contact

4. Turn the Page Podcast

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A Podcast from Syosset Public Library on Long Island, New York.
Producer/Network Syosset Public Library - Librarians
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 700Twitter 378 Since Jun 2018 Get Email Contact

5. Conversations at the Washington Library

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Conversations at the Washington Library is the premier podcast about George Washington and his Early American world.
Producer/Network George Washington's Mount Vernon
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Facebook 275.1KTwitter 17.2K Since Jun 2016 Get Email Contact

6. Lost in the Stacks

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Every Friday, librarians and archivists from the Georgia Tech Library pick a theme and free-associate an hour of music, interviews, and library talk.
Producer/Network Charlie Bennett
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Twitter 1.3K Get Email Contact

7. Writers Off the Page

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A biweekly series produced and curated by Toronto Public Library (TPL), celebrating 40 years of the Toronto International Festival of Authors (TIFA). Episodes feature recorded on-stage interviews, readings, or panel discussions with some of the 20th century's best-known writers and thinkers. Hosted by novelist, Randy Boyagoda. Writers Off the Page is a collaboration between TPL, TIFA, and Library and Archives Canada.MORE Producer/Network Toronto Public Library
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 66.7KTwitter 59.2KInstagram 53.1K Since Sep 2019 Get Email Contact

8. Completely Booked

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Hear stories from local Jacksonville residents, learn something new, and get updates about events happening at the Jacksonville Public Library.
Producer/Network Jacksonville Public Library
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9. Off the Shelf with Delaware Library

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The Delaware County District Library has a podcast! We're a public library in Central Ohio and we'll have all the updates about what's happening around our branches, as well as reader recommendations for all ages, things to 'geek,' and much more.MORE Host Delaware Library
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 9KTwitter 2.8KInstagram 2.6K Since Mar 2020 Get Email Contact

10. Book Club for Masochists

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A Readers' Advisory Podcast about becoming a better library staff by reading books we hate! Every month we read books from a new, randomly picked genre; then on the podcast, we discuss our reading choices, experiences, opinions, appeal factors, and other related topics as friends and library workers.MORE Producer/Network Book Club for Masochists
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Apple Rating 3.8/5Twitter 699Instagram 186 Since Mar 2016 Get Email Contact

11. Discover Library and Archives Canada

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The Discover Library and Archives Canada podcast is where Canadian history, literature and culture await you. Each month, we will showcase treasures from our vaults, guide you through our many services and introduce you to the people who acquire, safeguard and make known Canada's documentary heritage.MORE Host Théo Martin
Producer/Network Library and Archives Canada
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 68KTwitter 67.7KInstagram 15.9K Get Email Contact

12. Library Leadership Podcast

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The Library Leadership Podcast features real library leaders discussing the most important issues in libraries today. We hope it becomes a resource for everyone navigating the fast-paced world of information service provision. Adriane Herrick Juarez is the Executive Director of the Park City Library in Utah. She believes library leadership is an ever-evolving practice that is enhanced through thought-provoking conversations and the sharing of ideas.MORE Host Adriane Herrick Juarez
Producer/Network Adriane Herrick Juarez
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Facebook 88Twitter 67 Since May 2017 Get Email Contact

13. I Blame My Shelf

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A monthly podcast brought to you by staff at the Hillsboro Public Library. We talk about about books, comics, gaming, TV, movies, and pop culture. We are committed to helping you find your next thing to read, watch, or play.MORE Producer/Network Hillsboro Public Library
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Apple Rating 4.9/5Facebook 7KTwitter 3.5K Get Email Contact

14. The Librarian Is In

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The New York Public Library's podcast about books, culture, and what to read next.
Producer/Network The New York Public Library
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Facebook 328.6KTwitter 2.4MInstagram 559.9K Since Dec 2015 Get Email Contact

15. The Deerfield Public Library Podcast

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Thoughtful, in-depth conversations with authors of all genres and other notable people from Chicagoland and around the world. A monthly program from the Deerfield Public Library in Deerfield, IL, hosted by Dylan Zavagno.MORE Host Dylan Zavagno
Producer/Network Deerfield Public Library
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 2KTwitter 1.3KInstagram 2.3K Since Dec 2016 Get Email Contact

16. Not Your Mother's Library

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Librarians from Oak Creek Public Library discuss their latest reads and give their favorite reading, watching, and listening recommendations each month!
Hosts Rachel, Mary
Producer/Network Not Your Mother's Library
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 4.4KTwitter 357Instagram 1.6K Since Feb 2019 Get Email Contact

17. Cedar Mill & Bethany Libraries

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The Cedar Mill Library's podcasts include teen book discussions, library performances, oral histories from local immigrants, and discussions with the founders of the library about its origins. The Cedar Mill Library is a nonprofit community library located in the Portland Oregon metropolitan area.MORE Producer/Network Cedar Mill Library
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 3.5KInstagram 1.7K Since Jun 2010 Get Email Contact

18. A Little Too Quiet

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Libraries aren't as quiet as they used to be. A podcast for library lovers and the library curious. Book chatter with librarians, community perspectives, and author interviews.
Producer/Network Ferndale Area District Library
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Facebook 4.7KTwitter 1.8K Since Oct 2019 Get Email Contact

19. The Community Library

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The Community Library, hosted by Angourie Rice, is a podcast and book club for anyone interested in stories, and how and why we tell them.
Producer/Network Angourie Rice
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Facebook 14.9KInstagram 664.1K Since Mar 2019 Get Email Contact

20. Circulating Ideas

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The Circulating Ideas podcast facilitates conversations about innovative people & ideas allowing libraries to thrive in the 21st century. Brought to you with support from listeners like you.MORE Producer/Network Steve Thomas
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Facebook 917Twitter 2.1K Since Jun 2011 Get Email Contact

21. The Desk Set Podcast

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Listen to episodes of The Desk Set, a new library podcast, featuring author interviews, book suggestions, literary conversations, and more.
Producer/Network King County Library System
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Facebook 62KTwitter 12.6KInstagram 10.4K Since May 2019 Get Email Contact

22. JFK Library Forums

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Kennedy Library Forums are a series of public affairs programs offered by the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum to foster public discussion on a diverse range of historical, political, and cultural topics reflecting the legacy of President and Mrs. Kennedy's White House years.MORE Host Alan C. Price
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23. All Booked Up

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The Buffalo & Erie County Public Library's first-ever podcast. Check out book recommendations, film critique, and all things pop culture! Check out everything we talk about at the library! This podcast is hosted by Michelle & Jacob.MORE Producer/Network Michelle Snyder & Jacob Maracle
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Apple Rating 4.7/5Facebook 14KTwitter 342Instagram 7.1K Since Nov 2017 Get Email Contact

24. Overdue Finds

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Welcome to Overdue Finds, an Edmonton Public Library podcast. Bryce Crittenden and Caroline Land will be hosting conversations about movies, music, books, pretty much any sort of popular culture and media you can think of and likely some you've never thought of. We're hoping you'll learn more about what you can find at the library.MORE Hosts Bryce Crittenden, Caroline Land
Producer/Network Edmonton Public Library
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Facebook 32.3KTwitter 41K Since Apr 2018 Get Email Contact

25. Check Your Shelf

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Check Your Shelf: The Oakland Public Library Podcast, invites listeners to take an inside look at OPL. Community Relations Librarian Amy Martin brings you inside the walls to get to know the library as a friend. The first season will feature six episodes diving into the different places, programs, and initiatives that make OPL truly special.MORE Producer/Network Oakland Public Library
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 11.2KTwitter 5.9KInstagram 12.9K Since Feb 2020 Get Email Contact

26. Your Library Podcast

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Your Library Podcast is a periodic program that takes you behind the scenes of St. Louis Public Library. Produced in Creative Experience, a digital maker space at Central Library, the program features resources, events, and people from throughout the library system.MORE Producer/Network Creative Experience, St. Louis Public Library
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 19.9KTwitter 14.7KInstagram 13K Since Sep 2018 Get Email Contact

27. Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast

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From the Cook Memorial Public Library in Libertyville/Vernon Hills, Illinois. Librarians sharing book recommendations, author interviews, local history stories, and more! Hosted by Nate Gass & Lindsay Barber-Peddycoart.MORE Producer/Network Cook Library Staff
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Facebook 4.2KTwitter 1.9KInstagram 1.8K Since Feb 2016 Get Email Contact

28. Live Mic

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Live Mic: Best of TPL Conversations features curated discussions and interviews with some of today's best-known and yet-to-be-known writers, thinkers, and artists, recorded on stage at one of Toronto Public Library's 100 branches.MORE Producer/Network Toronto Public Library
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Apple Rating 5/5Facebook 66.7KTwitter 59.2KInstagram 53.1K Since Dec 2018 Get Email Contact

29. Linking Our Libraries

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Libraries are amazing places! The work library people do is so wide-ranging, it can be hard to keep up on the latest news. We are here to help. Each episode, we focus on one area of library work, discuss library news stories, recommend some books, and share a Spotlight Library that is doing some interesting work. If your image of libraries is dominated by crabby old women who shush you, or places where they scowl when you take books home you are in for a big surprise. Libraries are the jewels of their communities, and doing all sorts of amazing things every day!MORE Host Angie Jordan
Producer/Network Central Minnesota Libraries Exchange
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Twitter 660 Since Mar 2017 Get Email Contact

30. Enoch Pratt Free Library Podcast

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Podcast offerings from the Enoch Pratt Free Library / Maryland State Library Resource Center, featuring many author's appearances at the public library of Baltimore, MD.
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31. The Librarian's Guide to Teaching Podcast

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The Librarian's Guide to Teaching podcast is hosted by two instruction librarians interested in sharing their experiences teaching information literacy, discussing current trends, and having meaningful conversations about librarianship.MORE Producer/Network Amanda Piekart
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Twitter 451 Since Oct 2019 Get Email Contact

32. Library Lines

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A podcast about the Sussex County Library System in New Jersey.
Producer/Network Sussex County Library System
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33. Library Life

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The podcast where we talk about all things library and some things not. Welcome to our podcast where we talk about how we got started in the public library system, the books we are currently reading, and why libraries matter. We plan on releasing an episode on a bi-weekly schedule.MORE Producer/Network Library Life
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34. Shelve Under

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A Toronto Public Library podcast for readers, writers, and everybody else. Join hosts Christina, Jason, Mike, and Wendy for monthly discussions with writers, public figures, library workers, and other notable people. They'll talk about what's going on in the world, discuss what books they're reading, and give you the inside scoop on the secret workings of the world's busiest public library system.MORE Producer/Network Toronto Public Library
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35. The Library Laura Podcast

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The Library Laura Podcast brings you your weekly dose of book recommendations, library love, and literary enthusiasm.
Host Laura Miller
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36. Dewey Decibel

Follow Dewey Decibel is the popular podcast series from American Libraries, the magazine of the American Library Association. Each month, your host and American Libraries Associate Editor Phil Morehart will be your guide to conversations with librarians, authors, thinkers, and scholars about topics from the library world.MORE Email ****@ala.org
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37. The London Library Podcast

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Each month the guest will be in conversation with The London Library's Director, Philip Marshall, and will delve into the Library's archive and collection to uncover treasured books and nuggets of historical detail about the guest's book choices. The London Library Podcast is a celebration of books and the ideas they inspire and a personal love letter from each guest to the books that have been most influential to them.MORE Producer/Network The London Library
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