librarypunk Podcast
1) 156 - The American Worker feat. Kevin Van Meter
We’re talking with Kevin again about workers inquiry as an organizing tool and the example of the pamphlet The American Worker from 1947.  Twitter: https://x.com/AmericanWork47 readingstruggles.info...Show More
2) 155 - AI Refusal feat. Kay
This week we have Kay back on to talk about AI and what the refusal of AI means in terms of library practice and theory. Bsky: @kslater.bsky.social Media mentioned Kay’s article in Library Trends: Ag...Show More
3) 154 - Hal Schrieve
This week we’re talking with children’s author and children’s librarian Hal to talk about zir new book, vampires, monstrosity, the Old Internet, and the publishing landscape.
4) 153 - Class Composition in the Cafe Sector / Blue Bottle Independent Union
This week we’re talking about workers’ inquiry with the Blue Bottle Independent Union for cafe workers! Learn about workers’ inquiry, organization, and how you can do it too! Media mentioned Part 1 (o...Show More
5) 152 - LIVE SHOW AT IFFY BOOKS!
Recording of our first ever live show! Guests Alison and Jennie talk with us about organizing, contracts, AI nonsense, updates, and more! You don’t want to miss the audience participation either! inf...Show More
6) 151 - David Demchuk Returns
We have David Demchuk on to talk about his new book The Butcher's Daughter. We also talk about more Canada updates, including how the backlash against queer and Black literature is evolving in the Can...Show More
7) 150 - IMLS destruction feat. Kelly Jensen
We’re talking with Kelly about the IMLS executive order and fallout.  Kelly on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/heykellyjensen.bsky.social Literary Activism Newsletter: https://bookriot.com/newsle...Show More
8) 149 - Party Girl (1995) commentary track
We're doing a commentary track for Party Girl! Download this and manually sync up while you listen. You can also download a version with the Party Girl audio ducked while we talk here: https://www.dro...Show More
9) 148 - Censorship is a Drag feat. Jason and Jordan
This week we’re talking with the editors of the new book Censorship is a Drag. We talk about putting yourself on the line, personal and professional risks, and reacting to the latest administration’s ...Show More
10) 147 - Patmos Public Library with Josh from TWOAPW
We’re talking with Josh from TWOAPW about Patmos Public Library, his personal connections to it, and the issues around public library funding and censorship of LGTBQ materials. https://www.worstpossi...Show More