Episodes

Friday Mar 17, 2023
Episode 7: Notable Nonfiction
Friday Mar 17, 2023
Friday Mar 17, 2023
Lisa and Lizzie discuss some of their recent nonfiction reads in this episode. As always, their suggestions cover a wide variety of subjects, from the humorous essays in John Green's The Anthropocene Reviewed to stories from workers in the death industry in All the Living and the Dead by Hayley Campbell. Lisa and Lizzie also share some of their favorite self-care focused reads, including How To Keep House While Drowning and A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD.
You can find a full list of titles discussed this season on our website HERE.
Music excerpts from:
Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
More Information about upcoming library events:
https://www.shorewoodlibrary.org/connect/events/

Friday Feb 17, 2023
Episode 6: Fantasy, Science Fiction, and Romance Genre Blends
Friday Feb 17, 2023
Friday Feb 17, 2023
In this episode, Lisa and Lizzie discuss Fantasy, Science Fiction, and Romance genre blends! After going over some basic genre definitions, Lizzie and Lisa share some of their favorite genre-blended reads, including Rachel Lynn Solomon's See You Yesterday and Alexandra Rowland's A Taste of Gold and Iron. They also discuss some classic and popular genre-blended titles, including Gail Carriger's Parasol Protectorate series, A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Mass, and Katee Roberts' Dark Olympus series.
You can find a full list of titles discussed this season on our website HERE.
Music excerpts from:
Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
More Information about upcoming library events:
https://www.shorewoodlibrary.org/connect/events/

Tuesday Jan 17, 2023
Episode 5: Surfing the Great Lakes with Jacob Bresette
Tuesday Jan 17, 2023
Tuesday Jan 17, 2023
Lisa and Lizzie sit down with Jacob Bresette, owner of Lake Effect Surf Shop, to chat about surfing the Great Lakes! They discuss what led Jacob to Shorewood, why surfing Lake Michigan is unique, and Jacob offers some tips for those interested in learning to surf.
Books and Films Mentioned include:
Barbarian Days: A Surfing Life by William Finnegan
The Code: The Power of "I Will" by Shaun Thompson
Music excerpts from:
Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
More Information about upcoming library events:
https://www.shorewoodlibrary.org/connect/events/

Friday Dec 16, 2022
Episode 4: Graphic Novels Galore
Friday Dec 16, 2022
Friday Dec 16, 2022
Lisa and Lizzie discuss the graphic novels they have been reading lately. As usual, their choices vary from young-adult romance to dystopian science fiction, so you can expect a wide variety of recommendations. They also spend time discussing new and notable TV and film adaptations.
Titles discussed in this episode include:
Redbone: The True Story of a Native American Rock Band
Wake: The Hidden History of Women-Led Slave Revolts
Music excerpts from:
Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Wednesday Nov 09, 2022
Episode 3: Let’s cozy up with a good film
Wednesday Nov 09, 2022
Wednesday Nov 09, 2022
Lizzie and Lisa share what they've been watching recently running the gamut from romantic comedies to spooky films, intense dramas and dark films, including one featuring a famous caped crusader.
Music excerpts from:
Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod

Thursday Oct 13, 2022
Episode 2: All Things Mysterious
Thursday Oct 13, 2022
Thursday Oct 13, 2022
Join Lisa and Lizzie as they sit down with Assistant Director Emily to chat about all things mysterious just in time for spooky season! Emily discusses recent trends in the mystery genre, outlines the different types of mysteries, and shares some of her personal favorites.
For more information about the mystery genre, check out Emily's blog post on our website: https://www.shorewoodlibrary.org/blog/post.php?slug=make-it-mysterious
You can find all of the books discussed this season on the Shorewood Stacks Season Three booklist here: https://www.shorewoodlibrary.org/explore/booklists/?bid=160
Music credits:
Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Saturday Sep 17, 2022
Episode 1: An Interview With Jen Gerber, Library Director
Saturday Sep 17, 2022
Saturday Sep 17, 2022
In the first episode of Season 3, Lisa and Lizzie sit down with new Shorewood Public Library Director Jen Gerber. They chat about library memories, what Jen is looking forward to as Director, all things houseplant related, and share some of their favorite and current reads.
Music credits:
Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Thursday May 05, 2022
Episode 9: The Bingeworthy and the Noteworthy
Thursday May 05, 2022
Thursday May 05, 2022
Lisa and Lizzie wrap up season 2 of The Shorewood Stacks by discussing the TV shows and movies that kept them entertained over the last two years. They discuss new releases, old favorites, and the impact of streaming-only releases during the pandemic.
We'll be back in September for season 3! Until then, check out what's going on at the library by visiting our website (shorewoodlibrary.org) or checking out our events calendar.
Movies and TV shows discussed in this episode include:

Thursday Apr 14, 2022
Episode 8: Women Authors
Thursday Apr 14, 2022
Thursday Apr 14, 2022
To wrap up Women’s History Month in March, Lisa and Lizzie discuss books by women authors and books featuring women's experiences.
Books Discussed in this episode:
Burnout: the secret to unlocking the stress cycle by Emily Nagoski
Delilah Green Doesn’t Care by Ashley Herring Blake
A Far Wilder Magic by Allison Saft
The Viscount Made Me Do It by Diana Quincy
The Shorewood Reads 2022 pick, The Coyotes of Carthage by Steven Wright.
Music credits:
Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Friday Mar 04, 2022
Episode 7 Beyond Cardigans: Librarian Fashion and Stereotypes
Friday Mar 04, 2022
Friday Mar 04, 2022
Lisa and Lizzie sit down with library clerk Mia to chat about librarian fashion and stereotypes. They discuss what it means to be a librarian anyway, how the origins of librarianship have impacted trends and stereotypes, and the impact these stereotypes have on today's libraries and library workers. They also share some of their current favorite reads and what books they're looking forward to. Books discussed in this episode include:
I Must Betray You by Ruta Sepetys
Darius the Great is Not Okay by Adib Khorram
The Department of Rare Books and Special Collections by Eva Jurczyk
Music credits:
Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/