The Books We Loved

The Books We Loved is a podcast about revisiting old favorites with an open mind and a new perspective. Despite the title, we won’t be limiting ourselves to books-- movies, music, TV shows, and other aspects of pop culture will be up for discussion. Hosts and TPL Librarians Manda and Olivia (alongside some special guests from the Troy community!) will be asking themselves: does this book hold up? Tune in to revisit your old favorites while adding some new titles to your TBR list.

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Episodes

2 days ago

In this first installment of a brand-new series, we're looking at the life and art of Virginia Lee Burton! Burton was a popular picture book author and illustrator. Tune in to learn more about her and the Arts & Crafts movement that inspired her art. 
 

Wednesday Feb 28, 2024

In this freewheelin' discussion, Manda and Olivia talk about the books they're reading and loving right now. 
 
Click here for a list of books discussed on the show. 
 
 

Fraud Stories

Wednesday Feb 14, 2024

Wednesday Feb 14, 2024

Fraudsters, hucksters, thieves, and rogues! Today we're talking about all the anti-heroes who fascinate us, looking at books and documentaries such as The Big Short, My Friend Anna, Bad Blood, The Tinder Swindler, and more. 
Joining us is Scott Wyckoff from Walsh College and Claire Mahler from 86 Plastic. 
Stay sharp out there! 

Wednesday Jan 31, 2024

Homage, reimaginings, retellings that aren’t quite retellings. Whatever you call it, we’re talking about it today on the podcast with Mariel from Youth Services. 
Click here for a list of books discussed on the show. 
 
Writing in the Shadow of a Masterpiece: On Homage by Margot Livesy

Wednesday Jan 17, 2024

Daring escapes, complex revenge plots, swashbuckling adventurers, France! This week, we're discussing The Count of Monte Cristo. Special guests Keegan (Head of Youth Services) and Scott from Altair join us to revisit this thrilling classic. 
 
Scoop about an upcoming series. 

The Books that Shaped Us

Wednesday Jan 03, 2024

Wednesday Jan 03, 2024

As we dive into the new year, Manda and Olivia look back on the three books that had the biggest impact on their lives.
Which books would you choose? Send your titles in to podcast@troypl.org-- we'd love to hear from you. 

Best Books of 2023

Wednesday Dec 20, 2023

Wednesday Dec 20, 2023

An objective and all-inclusive list of the best books of 2023, chosen by Manda and Olivia! Nothing is missing and every book is perfect. 
Here's to a bookish and beautiful 2024!

Best Books to Gift

Wednesday Dec 06, 2023

Wednesday Dec 06, 2023

Books make the best gifts, and librarians Manda and Olivia are here to recommend some winners for your loved ones this holiday season. Settle into your favorite armchair with a lovely cup of tea and tune in to hear about some fab reads. 

Encore: Daisy Jones & the Six

Wednesday Nov 22, 2023

Wednesday Nov 22, 2023

As we take a break for the holidays, we thought this would be a good time to revisit one of our favorite episodes-- Daisy Jones & the Six. 
See you in a couple of weeks with new bookish holiday content. Dream big, little bird! 
 

Hot Reads: Lessons in Chemistry

Wednesday Nov 08, 2023

Wednesday Nov 08, 2023

Grab your beaker, your spatula, and your talking dog-- today we're talking about the hit book and TV series, Lessons in Chemistry! Do our hosts think it's worth the hype? Tune in to find out. 

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