The Information Place

Get prepared for the Halloween season as hosts Skye and Jonathan spill their guts with special guest Josh and discuss their favorite horror comics, manga, and graphic novels. The Spinner Rack also takes a moment to reflect on personal tastes in horror media, what pulled them in (or sent them running!) as kids, and the fascinating way horror changes over time. Listener beware, this issue likely isn't for the squeamish! If you're not a fan of the spooky-scary parts of the season, but you would still like to hear about upcoming programs at the library, you can skip to 58:11.  

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In anticipation of the 2026 Spooky Short Story contest, fellow horror enthusiasts John and Jerry join Amanda for a chat about all things short and spooky. They talk about some of their favorite short horror stories and authors, discuss what makes good short horror, and share some advice with aspiring Spooky Short Story Contest participants.

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The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

For the special one year anniversary of the Spinner Rack (and Batman Day of course), we are talking all things Gotham. From blind ranking the colorful rogues gallery and Batman's own caped companions, to discussing what the library has in store to celebrate, this episode is packed with the Dark Knight. Plus, we discuss an older, seemingly forgotten run that caught our attention for both its occult themes and wild lore implications, and the newest DC animated film, Batman: Knightfall.

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Skye and Jonathan are back with a special anniversary episode! Yep, it has been one year since the Spinner Rack launched, sort of. A year ago Skye and Jonathan published their first podcast for 2025's Batman Day as a one off, which led to the Spinner Rack. 

This year's episode has some fun blind rankings, and a look at a Batman story that gave Jonathan childhood trauma: Dark Knight, Dark City, and more. So grab your favorite Batman blanket, or fire up your favorite Arkham game, grab a tasty beverage, and relax as we talk about all things Batman!

This month's issue of the Spinner Rack has one singular focus: Spider-man: Brand New Day! If you want to stay spoiler-free make sure to watch the film first before coming back to hear Jonathan and Skye's in depth review. From their feelings on the cast of characters, to delighting in the small details, to discussing why this might be the movie that lures Skye back to the MCU for the first time in over a decade, they're talking about it all. And for the disappointed DC fans, keep an eye out for a special Batman Day episode later this month! 

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Patron Advocate Katie Miller and Reference Associate, and Information Place Podcast extraordinaire, Amanda Bechtel discuss one of the most human of experiences, grief. In this episode, they normalize this experience through exploring examples of grief and discussing different forms of media that depict grief.

Disclaimer: This episode goes over topics pertaining to grief, which includes brief mentions of death, depression, and suicide. You are encouraged to pause or close this episode to care for yourself. If you are having thoughts of suicide, homicide, or self-harm, or are experiencing any sort of mental health crisis, please call or text 988 or go to your nearest emergency room for help. 

The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

It's our first ever listener suggestion episode! Strap in as Jonathan and Skye discuss their thoughts on The Scooby Apocalypse, Volume 1, as suggested by wonderful PR manager Allison. While we always start our discussions relatively spoiler-free, if the premise sounds interesting, take a moment to read Volume 1 for yourself before we get into too many details! The Spinner Rack also takes a trip down memory lane talking about Skye's recently acquired '90s Kenner action figures. 

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From the Rite of Spring, to Supergirl summer, this month's issue is a breakdown of Skye and Jonathan's thoughts on some of the comic media they've consumed over the last month. If you want to hear our spoiler-filled thoughts on Beneath the Trees Where No One Sees: Rite of Spring and Supergirl (2026), then this is the episode for you! 

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This month on The Spinner Rack, we stir up some drama! Jonathan and Skye discuss their top five most disliked runs, their reasons for the hate, and invite viewer feedback on their choices. On a more positive note, they also talk about the 2026 Eisner award nominees and some recent reads they've enjoyed. The Spinner Rack is also taking listener recommendations! If there's a graphic novel, comic, or manga you love and want us to read, send it to [email protected] and we might discuss it on the next episode. (Please limit suggestions to works under 200 pages due to time constraints.) 

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How many times can Sonya, Catie, and Amanda mention Harrison Ford in one episode? Turns out the answer is "several"! In between Harrison Ford chat, they also talk about the 2026 Summer Challenge. This year's theme is Unearth A Story so dinosaurs and archaeologists abound! Be sure to check out the links below or stop in at any location to see what you can dig up at the library!

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The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.