Library Podcasts

McKibben’s earlier work offered prescient warnings about climate change. But in his newest book he suggests the danger is broader than that. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion about the future.

Join a community-centered conversation with author/activist Adrienne Maree Brown

Thi Bui will discuss "The Best We Could Do." The evening will also feature a staged reading from the book, adapted by Susan Lieu and directed by Kathy Hsieh, in partnership with Book-It Repertory Theatre.

Lalami will discuss her powerful novel about the suspicious death of a Moroccan immigrant—a family saga, murder mystery, and a love story, informed by the treacherous fault lines of American culture.

A 5th Avenue Theatre Community Conversation in connection with their upcoming production of the new Ahrens and Flaherty musical "Marie - Dancing Still"

Join us to hear Doctorow discuss his timely book, comprised of four science fiction novellas connected by social, technological, and economic visions of today and what America could be in the near future.

Race and media scholar Ralina L. Joseph reads from “Postracial Resistance: Black Women, Media and the Uses of Strategic Ambiguity.”  

Join us to hear National Book Award winner Lopez discuss one of his most personal books yet: a vivid and poetic account of his world travels and the encounters that have shaped his extraordinary life.

Join science fiction authors Nancy Kress, Jack Skillingstead and Daryl Gregory for a reading and discussion. The Q&A will be moderated by the always funny fellow writer Adam Rakunas.

Join us to hear about Allen’s cross-country road-trip through the surprisingly vibrant queer communities sprouting up in red states, offering a vision of a stronger, more humane America.