The Distracted Librarians

You've probably heard of the Dewey Decimal System, but how much do you know about the man who originally came up with it? Nicole, Drew, Killian, and Amanda discuss Melvil Dewey - from his contributions to libraries to his controversial takes - and whether or not the Dewey Decimal System should still have a place in today's libraries.
Want to join the conversation? Email us at distracted@btpl.org
Many thanks to BCTV for their support in recording, editing, and releasing this podcast; and to the Friends of the Library for sponsoring closed captioning on every episode.

Sometimes people don't like a book that they've read, and sometimes those people don't like those books loudly and in public. Join Nicole, Drew, Killian, and Amanda for a look through some of the funniest Goodreads one-star reviews of classic titles and modern favorites. Guess along with us and see if you can figure out which book is being bashed first! 
The Distracted Librarians can be found on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and PlayerFM.
Want to join the conversation? Email us at distracted@btpl.org
Many thanks to BCTV for their support in recording, editing, and releasing this podcast; and to the Friends of the Library for sponsoring closed captioning on every episode.

From Cops to Survivor to the Kardashians, reality TV has changed the television landscape and brought amazing water cooler moments for decades. Join Nicole, Drew, Killian, and Amanda on their journey through the years of reality TV, what makes the genre a hit among its fans, and what its naysayers hate about it. A whole new world was unleashed when a group of people stopped being polite and started being real, and now it's time to explore it. 
The Distracted Librarians can be found on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and PlayerFM.
Want to join the conversation? Email us at distracted@btpl.org
Many thanks to BCTV for their support in recording, editing, and releasing this podcast; and to the Friends of the Library for sponsoring closed captioning on every episode.

In this episode, the Distracted Librarians discuss their second book club pick, Joyride: A Memoir by Susan Orlean. Find out how Orlean made her own luck and stay for the announcement of the Distracted crew’s next book club selection.
Note: This episode will contain spoilers from Joyride: A Memoir by Susan Orlean please be aware if you intend to read the book. 
The Distracted Librarians can be found on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and PlayerFM.
Want to join the conversation? Email us at distracted@btpl.org
Many thanks to BCTV for their support in recording, editing, and releasing this podcast; and to the Friends of the Library for sponsoring closed captioning on every episode.

Everyone has that book from childhood that just stuck with them -  if you're anything like the Distracted Librarians, you've got several! Nicole, Drew, Killian, and Amanda dive into what makes nostalgic reads so good and some of their own childhood favorites!
Want to join the conversation? Email us at distracted@btpl.org
Many thanks to BCTV for their support in recording, editing, and releasing this podcast; and to the Friends of the Library for sponsoring closed captioning on every episode.

THIS. IS. JEOPARDY. (Kind of.) Join Nicole, Drew, Killian, and Amanda as they play a round of Library Jeopardy, with questions ranging from the literary world to library facts to BTPL specifics. Tune into the surprisingly competitive special and play along with them and see if you have what it takes to come out on top.
The Distracted Librarians can be found on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and PlayerFM.
Want to join the conversation? Email us at distracted@btpl.org
Many thanks to BCTV for their support in recording, editing, and releasing this podcast; and to the Friends of the Library for sponsoring closed captioning on every episode.

Have you watched Heated Rivalry yet? Did you know it's based on a book series (Game Changers by Rachel Reid)? Everybody's talking about it, so of course the Distracted Librarians are too! Nicole, Drew, Killian and Amanda share their thoughts on the show and the books, so spoilers abound!
The Distracted Librarians can be found on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and PlayerFM.
Want to join the conversation? Email us at distracted@btpl.org.
Many thanks to BCTV for their support in recording, editing, and releasing this podcast; and to the Friends of the Library for sponsoring closed captioning on every episode.

The Distracted Librarians discuss how, when it comes to the library, the only constant is change. They chat about material formats, the library as a gathering space, technology, vendors, and more.
Want to join the conversation? Email us at distracted@btpl.org.
Many thanks to BCTV for their support in recording, editing, and releasing this podcast; and to the Friends of the Library for sponsoring closed captioning on every episode.

Looking for a book that's similar to your favorite? That's a Read Alike! Nicole, Drew, Killian, and Amanda discuss what people may be looking for in a read alike, how they make suggestions, and even offer suggestions for read alikes to popular books!
Want to join the conversation? Email us at distracted@btpl.org
Many thanks to BCTV for their support in recording, editing, and releasing this podcast; and to the Friends of the Library for sponsoring closed captioning on every episode.

The Distracted Librarians started a book club!! Every three months, the DL crew will select a book, and come together to talk out their opinions and hot takes with all of you. Join Nicole, Drew, Killian, and Amanda to discuss Thornhedge by T. Kingfisher. It's a twist on the classic tale of Sleeping Beauty, following a human (?) woman with a gift to bestow, meddling fairies, and the risks that come with the relentless pursuit of a story.
Note: This episode will contain spoilers from Thornhedge by T. Kingfisher, please be aware if you intend to read the book. The audiobook of Thornhedge is available on hoopla digital, and check your local library for availability through Libby. 
The Distracted Librarians can be found on Podbean, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and PlayerFM.
Want to join the conversation? Email us at distracted@btpl.org
Many thanks to BCTV for their support in recording, editing, and releasing this podcast; and to the Friends of the Library for sponsoring closed captioning on every episode.