Overdue Finds

Grab your knitting needles and get out that cross-stitch! Hosts Bryce and Caroline had "sew" much fun talking with two crafting enthusiasts, Overdue Finds family member Meg DeForest and returning guest Ashley Dotto. From crochet to cosplay, we talk about pop culture's influence on crafting and the resources that EPL has to support makers and creators. Be sure to check out our list of all the titles and resources that we talk about on this episode.  If you're looking for some new things to read or watch or listen to or play, EPL has Personal Picks Packs! Let us know what you are looking for and we'll get one ready for you. 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 podcast@epl.ca, or find us on Twitter by using #eplOverdueFinds.

This week Overdue Finds celebrates the best parents in pop culture. Hosts Bryce and Caroline are joined by Mike Eaton and Su Chau to discuss magnificent moms, devoted dads, and great grandparents! Plus: hockey, baseball, and our picks for positively painful pop culture parenting. Don't forget to check out our list of all the titles that we talk about during this episode.  If you're looking for some new things to read or watch or listen to or play, EPL has Personal Picks Packs! Let us know what you are looking for and we'll get one ready for you. 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 podcast@epl.ca, or find us on Twitter by using #eplOverdueFinds.

Moana showed us just how far she could go by winning this year's EPL March Madness! On this week's Overdue Finds, hosts Bryce and Caroline are joined by first-time guest Ashley Dotto to talk all about our favourite characters, songs, and moments from the movie. Plus: some documentary recommendations, a school for magical teenagers, and trying to make sense of Disney canon. Be sure to check out our list of all the titles that we talk about on this episode including some of our favourite Disney films.  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 podcast@epl.ca, or find us on Twitter by using #eplOverdueFinds.

Are you in the mood for love? Hosts Bryce and Caroline are joined by returning guest Beth Kilfoy and first-time guest Anna Wallace to get the scoop on Julia Quinn's Bridgerton novels and the hot new Netflix series! Then we dish about our favourite characters, discuss what we want to see in Season 2, and discover our Bridgerton names. Don't miss it! Don't forget to view 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 podcast@epl.ca, or find us on Twitter by using #eplOverdueFinds.

The podcast is alive...with the sound of music! Hosts Bryce and Caroline are joined by returning guest (and Overdue Finds family member) Meg DeForest to talk all about movie soundtracks. Listen along as they cover synthesizers, scores, and the power of the right song for the right scene. Plus: what songs would you include on the soundtrack of your life? Be sure to checkout the list of all the great 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 podcast@epl.ca, or find us on Twitter by using #eplOverdueFinds.

It's time to open up another time capsule - and this time we're checking out 1996! Bryce and Caroline are joined by returning guests Camilla Fita and Holly Arnason to explore all of the sights and sounds (and smells!) of the mid-90s. We've got Romeo + Juliet, Mariah and Celine, and Friends and Seinfeld. Don't miss it! Download your own Overdue Finds March Madness bracket and play along. Don't forget to vote everyday on epl.ca, Twitter and Instagram.  Be sure to check out our list of all the great titles from 1996 that we talk about in 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 podcast@epl.ca, or find us on Twitter by using #eplOverdueFinds.

Get your voting fingers ready and grab that airhorn - it's time for the 2021 Overdue Finds March Madness tournament! Hosts Bryce and Caroline are joined by Meg DeForest to break down their brackets for the All-Time Best Fictional Character. From heroes to villains, hobbits to muppets, sixty-four unforgettable characters are going head-to-head...and only one will make it to the end. Who will go all the way? Stay tuned - your votes will decide the winner! Don't forget to share your picks on social media with #EPLMarchMadness! Download your own Overdue Finds March Madness bracket and play along. Don't forget to vote everyday on epl.ca, Twitter and Instagram.  Be sure to check out our list of all the titles that we talk about in this episode.  Tickets are still available for Tanya Talaga's virtual Forward Thinking Speaker Series presentation on Wednesday, March 10. Tanya will share her in-depth knowledge on Indigenous history and culture, and will leave attendees with a hopeful message about learning from our pa

On this week's Overdue Finds, Bryce and Caroline talk with Anna Alfonso, EPL's Director of Marketing, Communications and Fund Development, all about what it's like to host a big speakers series event during a pandemic. Then we finally air our interview with award-winning journalist Tanya Talaga, whose event with EPL was rescheduled from last year and will be taking place on March 10, 2021. Plus: #PetsofEPL, power couples, and poetry. Don't forget to check out our list of all the titles that we talk about on this episode.  You can see Tanya Talaga's virtual Forward Thinking Speaker Series presentation on Wednesday, March 10. Tanya will share her in-depth knowledge on Indigenous history and culture, and will leave attendees with a hopeful message about learning from our past and moving forward. Tickets for All Our Relations: Finding the Path Forward are only $5.  Tickets are also available for Irshad Manji: Moral Courage for Messy Times on February 18, 2021. What does it mean to have moral courage and how can w

Have you missed EPL’s Forward Thinking Speaker Series? We have too! This week, hosts Bryce and Caroline are joined by author Irshad Manji to talk about her upcoming virtual presentation “Moral Courage for Messy Times.” She tells us what people can expect from her presentation, how she defines ‘moral courage,’ and how she feels about social media.  We also learn about the role libraries played in her childhood, get the inside scoop on where to eat in Brooklyn, and discuss our favourite fictional dogs.  Don’t miss this conversation or her upcoming session – we’re really looking forward to it! Tickets are now available for Irshad Manji: Moral Courage for Messy Times on February 18, 2021. What does it mean to have moral courage and how can we listen instead of label? Irshad Manji will discuss these ideas and why freedom of expression is so important at our next Forward Thinking Speaker Series event on February 18th. Tickets are free and available now. This event is presented in partnership with Peter Lougheed Lea

It's time to shake up your streaming routine - and EPL is here to help! This week Overdue Finds shares some suggestions for great things that aren't on Netflix. From dazzling documentaries to terrific TV, there's tons of titles to explore! And best of all, they're all free with your EPL card. Plus: rocking out with Van Halen, getting life advice from Dolly Parton, and Bryce and Caroline discover some common ground on an unexpected topic. Don't forget to visit our list of all the titles that we talk about on this episode.  Tickets are now available for Irshad Manji: Moral Courage for Messy Times on February 18, 2021. What does it mean to have moral courage and how can we listen instead of label? Irshad Manji will discuss these ideas and why freedom of expression is so important at our next Forward Thinking Speaker Series event on February 18th. Tickets are free and available now. This event is presented in partnership with Peter Lougheed Leadership College, and with assistance from Mercier & Mercier Nation

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.  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 podcast@epl.ca, or find us on Twitter by using #eplOverdueFinds.  

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 podcast@epl.ca, 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.  Share your thoughts on this episode by emailing us at podcast@epl.ca or tag us on social media by using #EPLOverdueFinds.

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 podcast@epl.ca 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. Share your thoughts on this episode by emailing us at podcast@epl.ca or tag us on social media by using #EPLOverdueFinds.

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.  Share your thoughts on this episode by emailing us at podcast@epl.ca 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.

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.  Share your thoughts on this episode by emailing us at podcast@epl.ca 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 Hallowe

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 podcast@epl.ca 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/.  Share your thoughts on this episode by emailing us at podcast@epl.ca or tag us on social media by using #EPLOverdueFinds.

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.  Share your thoughts on this episode by emailing us at podcast@epl.ca or tag us on social media by using #EPLOverdueFinds.