Overdue Finds

Overdue Finds gets ready for Freedom to Read Week! Hosts Bryce and Caroline are joined by librarians Ilona Storie and Andrew Halberstadt to talk about intellectual freedom, the role of public libraries, and how the library responds to challenges. Plus: The Great Antonio, a classic Batman, and a controversial question that threatens to divide the podcast forever - does pineapple belong on pizza?  

Don't forget to check out our list of all the banned books and other titles that we talk about on this episode. 

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Have you ever found yourself asking “What is #Booktok?” or "Does Tik Tok know when I've bought a jar of garlic stuffed olives?"? Then listen to this episode for all the answers – In our 101st episode, frequent podcast guest Camilla Fita explains all things #BookTok and TikTok. You will also meet one of EPL’s Collection Librarians, Mary Bennett. Mary gives us a behind-the-scenes look at how decisions are made on purchasing material for EPL's collection. And that’s not all! Find out how people decided what to read before BookTok and perhaps get a suggestion for your next read!

Don't forget to check out our list of all the titles 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.

Prepare your confetti cannons - it's time for the 100th episode of Overdue Finds! Bryce and Caroline thank Katie Turzansky for being a friend [of the show] as she graces the podcast with her presence for a fifth time. The trio discusses all things Golden Girls, honour Betty White (who sadly passed away shortly before celebrating a centennial of her own), and reminisce about the importance of this hilarious and heartwarming 80s sitcom. We'd also like to extend a super-special thank you to all of our listeners for making it to 100 episodes with us!

Don't forget to check out our list of all the titles that we talk about on this episode that you can borrow from EPL. 

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.

The new year is almost here, but before we ring in 2022, Overdue Finds takes a look back at the year that was. Hosts Bryce and Caroline are joined by returning guests Richard Thornley and Nancy Sheng to share their favourite books, movies, music, and more. We also get into what different media formats mean for library collections and brainstorm ideas for the Overdue Finds Person of the Year. Plus: what we finally checked out this year and what we can’t wait for next year. Don’t miss it!

Check out our list of all the titles that we talk about on this episode and be sure to visit our blog of the Top 21 "Overdue Finds" of 2021. 

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.

It’s the 75th Anniversary of the Ultimate Christmas Movie - “It’s a Wonderful Life”. Join Bryce and Caroline as they talk about this classic with podcast guests Indy Randhawa and Camilla Fita. Though this film was initially underappreciated by our podcast panel, their minds have changed over time. Listen in to hear their conversation as well as a few surprising takes such as - George Bailey being compared to Jack Nicholson’s character in ‘The Shining’! and - the ‘The Godfather’ is a Christmas movie! 

Be sure to check out our list of the various titles that we talk about on this special Christmas episode. 

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Pop culture anniversary alert! Bryce and Caroline welcome back Kate Gibson, Official Best Friend of the Show, to discuss Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings film trilogy just in time for The Fellowship of the Ring's 20 year anniversary. Caroline expresses her love for the Council of Elrond scene, the group discovers which members of the Fellowship they would be, and everyone touches on the story's most memorable and/or most meme-able moments. Also, as you can imagine, spoilers!

Be sure to check out our list of all the titles that we talk about during 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.

On this bonus edition of Overdue Finds, Bryce and Caroline chat with Edmonton writer Shelby Carelton who was a Narrative Designer on the new hit game Call Of Duty: Vanguard. You'll hear how she got started writing games and what it was like working on one of the biggest video game franchises.

You can borrow a copy of Call of Duty: Vanguard from EPL and be sure to check out the Call of Duty YouTube channel for character trailers and behind the scenes videos on the development of the game. 

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.

Here we go again! Get ready to feel the beat from the tambourine as Overdue Finds dives deep into ABBA! Bryce, Caroline, and returning guest Katie Turzansky discuss the band’s early days, their brand new album Voyage, and next year’s ABBA hologram concert series.  Plus: Eurovision, Swedish tax law, and the group's surprising Edmonton connection.

Be sure to check out our list of all the titles 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.

This Friday, things are about to get freaky! Bryce, Caroline, and returning guest Holly Arnason dive into the confusing world of body-swapping. They discuss the surprising amount of waterskiing in Freaky Friday, the awkwardness of getting closer to your crush while you're in your parent's body, and the many ways swaps play out in Star Trek. Plus: identity, consent, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Don't miss it!

Be sure to check out our list of all the titles that we talk about during 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.

On the latest episode of our podcast we're thrilled to be chatting with former TSN host and mental health advocate Michael Landsberg. Learn more about his upcoming Forward Thinking Speaker Series event with us on Wednesday, Nov. 3 called "Darkness and Hope: Depression, Sports and Me", his time hosting Off the Record and #SickNotWeak. This is an episode you won't want to miss.

Tickets are only $5 each and available on Eventbrite. This event is presented in partnership with the Edmonton Community Foundation.

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.