Overdue Finds

New year, new you? Why not! Whether you're making a change or continuing a journey you've already started, Overdue Finds is here to help! Hosts Bryce and Caroline talk about new year's resolutions, why we are looking forward with optimism, and the importance of staying of hydrated. They also share what library staff want to try in 2021 and how EPL can help support your new hobby or skill!

Be sure to check out our list of all the great titles and resources that we talk about during this episode. 

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Ending the year on a happy note, Bryce and Caroline are joined by Meg DeForest and Nancy Sheng to discuss the best books, movies, music, and games of 2020. Caroline accidentally makes a pitch for a podcast sponsor, Bryce searches for the next big thing in dad rock, the group chats about the future of virtual movie releases, and ultimately we just do the best with what we have. 

Be sure to check out our list of all our favourite titles from 2020 that we talk about on this episode. 

If you liked our show, feel free to leave us a review or tell a friend about us! We'd also love to hear from you at [email protected], or find us on Twitter by using #eplOverdueFinds.

Thanks for listening, and we hope that you all have a happy and safe holiday season!

Grab some hot chocolate and fire up the fireplace - this week Overdue Finds talks all about Hallmark Christmas movies! From fake romance that turns real to time-traveling World War II nurses, we dive into our favourite holiday love stories with librarian Beth Kilfoy and author & screenwriter Jennifer Snow. Plus: we break down the appeal of Christmas in July, cast our dream romance movie casts, and stumble into the Netflix Christmas Universe!

Be sure to check out our list of all the Hallmark Christmas movies and other holiday favourites that we talk about during this episode. 

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Official friend of the show Katie Turzansky joins Bryce and Caroline to talk about Schitt's Creek and Canadian television. Not only did Schitt's Creek make it all the way to the final of our March Madness 2020 bracket, but it also just finished off its sixth & final season this year, winning a whopping 9 Emmy awards in the process. Everyone also pays their respects to Canadian icon Alex Trebek, Bryce lays down some sweet TV trivia, and our hosts talk about the importance of an inclusive, joyful love story.

Don't forget to check out our list of all the titles that we talk about during this episode. 

Share your thoughts on this episode by emailing us at [email protected] or tag us on social media by using #EPLOverdueFinds.

That's right, Edmonton - there's a new festival in town! Bryce and Caroline are joined by official friend of the show Melanie St-Onge and first-time guest Susan Mikytyshyn to learn all about the How To Festival, a new event from EPL and City of Learners. It's an opportunity to learn some new things, listen to new voices, and sharpen some new skills...all from the comfort of your home! Get all the details about this free event in this week's episode. Plus: we talk about the skills we learned during the pandemic, our dream celebrity mentors, and the fictional teachers that stuck in our memories!

Be sure to check out our list of recommended titles that we talk about on this episode. 

For more information about the How To Festival, please visit our website or register for sessions on Crowdcast.

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Do you like scary movies? Bryce and Caroline have a hosts-only discussion about The Haunting of Hill House, background music, and their favourite Halloween-themed (or at least Halloween-adjacent) picks. Listen in for some classic recommendations and new finds for this year's spooky season!

Don't forget to visit our list that features our favourite Halloween themed titles that we talk about in this episode. 

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Miss your book club? Why not join ours! Our next EPL from Home digital book club is on now and ends before Halloween with a spooky new read! Borrow The Haunting of Hill House with no holds, no waiting until Thursday, Oct. 29.

At EPL, we share stories – and the NHL naming Edmonton a hub city is definitely one of the big stories of 2020! In this special bonus Overdue Finds episode, Bryce and Caroline talk with two hockey insiders (Jody Young and Stu Ballantyne from the Oilers Entertainment Group) to find out what it was like going from shutting down in March to shutting out COVID (no positive tests in the bubble during the entire run of the playoffs!).  We get the inside scoop on everything from dressing rooms to making ice to what it was like feeding all those NHL teams! Plus: tips for Call of Duty, the adrenaline of race car driving, and Miss Nelson is…missing?!

This episode's recommended picks include Cobra Kai, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, Miss Nelson is Missing! and the music of Jimmy Buffett. 

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Miss your book club? Why not join ours! Our next EPL from Home digital book club is on now and ends before Halloween with a spooky new read! Borrow The Haunting of Hill House with no holds, no waiting until Thursday, Oct. 29.

Overdue Finds gets interactive as Bryce and Caroline are joined by returning Official Friend of the Show Kate Gibson and Capital City Press Featured Writer Davis G. See to talk about interactive storytelling. We talk about Twine, video games, choosing your own adventure, and more!

Be sure to visit our list of all the items that we talk about on this episode which includes links to Davis' writing and some of the games he's written. 

Share your thoughts on this episode by emailing us at [email protected] or tag us on social media by using #EPLOverdueFinds.

Miss your book club? Why not join ours! Our next EPL from Home digital book club is on now and ends before Halloween with a spooky new read! Borrow The Haunting of Hill House with no holds, no waiting until Thursday, Oct. 29.

The Stanley A. Milner Library has officially reopened! On this week's episode of Overdue Finds, Bryce and Caroline talk with Milner Managers Richard Thornley, Holly Arnason, Tamara Van Biert and Dan Alfano about all of the cool things the new library has. From gamerspaces to makerspaces, The Wall to windows, we get the behind-the-scenes story of what it was like opening this space and what it was like to say #HelloMilner.

Checkout our list of all the items that are talked about on this episode including some great books and music to help you relax. 

Learn more about the Stanley A. Milner Library and the amazing features and services that are available at https://www.epl.ca/milner-library/. 

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Like three adventurers on a quest, Bryce, Caroline, and Meg delve into the world of Dungeons and Dragons (D&D). Listen to hear podcast team member and long time D&D player, Meg, Dungeon Master (DM) the conversation about this popular Role Playing Game (RPG). Meanwhile, Caroline and Bryce top up their D&D Intelligence (INT) and Wisdom (WIS). Meg shares many tips and resources on how to play from home, build a D&D group and characters.

Checkout our list of all the great titles that we talk about on this episode. 

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