The Distracted Librarians

There IS a Fight Scene In a Library (Stories We Didn't Know Were Adaptations)

"Is that what I think it is?!"
The Distracted Librarians return to their regularly-scheduled programming by delving into story adaptations. How many of your favorite modern classics (either films or books) are based on the Classics? Listen in to find out!
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.

I Press the Button. (Special Edition: TTRPG #3)

Join the Distracted Librarians as they explore their quest in our special Summer Reading TTRPG quest!
Our third and final special episode completes our quest as we've explored the wonderful world of table-top role playing games! This multipart series celebrates our summer reading theme of "Adventure Begins at your Library."
Want to participate in our summer reading challenge? Visit our website for all the details: https://btpl.org/summer/
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.

I'm Just Gonna Stand Behind You Guys. (Special Edition: TTRPG #2)

Join the Distracted Librarians as they explore their quest in our special Summer Reading TTRPG quest!
This episode features Part 2 of our librarians' forays into the depths of tabletop role-playing games! This multipart series celebrates our summer reading theme of "Adventure Begins at your Library."
Want to participate in our summer reading challenge? Visit our website for all the details: https://btpl.org/summer/
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.

I Would Like To Address the Hedge (Special Edition: TTRPG #1)

Join the Distracted Librarians as they embark on this special Summer Reading TTRPG quest! Tabletop role-playing games are a passion of two of our members and they decided to share the glory with us in this very different episode. This is part 1 of this multipart series as it delves into the theme "Adventure Begins at your Library."
 
Want to participate in our summer reading challenge? Visit our website for all the details: https://btpl.org/summer/
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.

Special Episode: Indie Bookstore Adventure!

Join the Distracted Librarians as they embark on a summer reading adventure: visiting local indie bookstores!
Each bookstore is located somewhere in Oakland County, Michigan. Some are new to us, and some are recent favorites - but all have something unique to offer. Check them out with us, or visit them yourself:
Schuler Books - West Bloomfield: https://www.schulerbooks.com/
The Book Beat - Oak Park: https://thebookbeat.com/
Sidetrack Books - Royal Oak: https://www.sidetrackbooks.com/
Paper Trail Books - Royal Oak: https://www.papertrailbooks.com/
John K. King Books North - Ferndale: https://www.johnkingbooksdetroit.com/...
Want to participate in our summer reading challenge? Visit our website for all the details: https://btpl.org/summer/
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.

"Past Me" Would Feel a Lot of Shame About This (Guilty Pleasures)

If you like something, should you feel guilty about it?
The Distracted Librarians discuss the sometimes-embarrassing topic of "guilty pleasures": titles and topics we love, but might not admit to loving. Why is that? Have we outgrown these things, or feel that we should have? Are they not "cool" enough? Or have we just not found enough people who'll admit to loving them as much as we do?
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.

Adulting Is a Major Bummer (Reading Slumps)

What happens when readers feel burned-out by books, don't know what to read, or just don't feel like reading? 
Even the most avid readers can get stuck in a rut when it comes to pursuing this wonderful hobby. The Distracted Librarians feel that way too sometimes! In this episode, we discuss the drudgery of being in a reading slump, and how you can work to get out of it.
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.

Reading Stephen King in 4th Grade (Changes in Reading Tastes)

In this episode, the Distracted Librarians reflect on the ways their reading tastes and habits have changed - alongside the endless evolutions in technology, work schedules, and life stages.
We have better access to stories in all kinds of formats: from physical books and ebooks to video games and concept albums. So what formats and stories captivate us now, and how do they compare to the readers we used to be? And do we still think our moms are cool?
(Spoiler alert: Our moms are still really cool.)
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 Entire Room Just Cringed at Once (Book to Film Adaptations)

Welcome! Nicole, Drew, Killian and Emily are back with a new episode! This time we are talking about book-to-film adaptations, the good and the bad.
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.

Reading is Supposed to Be Fun (Graphic Novels)

Welcome! Join Nicole, Drew, Killian and Emily as we talk about graphic novels. We dig into the history of this book format, why they are important (especially for kids) and some of our personal favorites that everyone should read.
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.