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Viva Las Vegas! In this episode of the Library is Open Podcast, our special guest is Kelvin Watson, Executive Director of the Las Vegas–Clark County Library District and Library Journal's 2026 Librarian of the Year! Kelvin shares his experience in the library world, the unique experiences of leading a large library system in an internationally-known city, leadership advice, and so much more!
In this episode of the Library is Open Podcast, we have special guest Justin Denton, Chief Information Officer at Illinois Valley Community College! Justin recently hosted a session in our Digital Defense: Cybersecurity for Libraries webinar series called "Small Budget, Big Defense: Free and Low-Cost Tools That Protect Your Library." There were so many useful tips and insights from this webinar that we thought Justin needed to come on the podcast and share more. In this episode, we learn more about Justin's journey to becoming a Senior IT Executive, what he's learned along the way, and his favorite tools to keep systems safe and secure! Check out Justin's next session in our Digtal Defense series here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/KZJ-BsIXRTCdrONWBKZINQ#/registration
The Memeing Librarian (Molly Quinn) is back on the pod!! In this episode, we talk about the Libraries and AI study that Molly conducted and generic policy template that she created. We examine some of the results of these findings, what inspired the study and policy, and how libraries can begin to assess their AI policies if they haven't started yet. Access the study here: https://buymeacoffee.com/thememeinglib/libraries-ai-ai-policies-guidelines-sentAccess the Generic Employee AI Usage Policy here: https://buymeacoffee.com/thememeinglib/e/520821Listen to Molly's previous Library is Open podcast episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LHF1DX6pJ5Q&t=
February is Library Lovers' Month, and to celebrate, we have a very special guest on the podcast! Shedriek Battle is a library professional and enthusiast who has worked in public libraries for over a decade. In this episode, we talk about the countless reasons why people should love their local library, and how we can be better advocates for libraries and library workers.
In our latest episode of The Library is Open podcast, we're joined by David Daghita, Library Accounts Supervisor at the Lewisville Public Library! David shares about his extensive experience as a Systems Librarian, his upcoming Digital Defense Cybersecurity webinar, and tech trends and hot topics for 2026. Resources mentioned in episode:Digital Defense Library Cybersecurity Webinar seriesKoha Global Bug Squashing Weekkoha-US Community Calendar
In this episode of The Library is Open Podcast, Sam Passey returns! Sam Passey serves as the Associate Dean of Library Services at Colorado Mountain College, where he leads a multi-campus team reimagining how libraries support today’s students and communities.In this episode, Sam talks about a new webinar series he is launching with PCI Webinars called Stoplights, Roundabouts, and Leadership: Navigating the Highways and Backroads of Organizational Life & Leadership. This course will explore the “transportation map” of leadership using metaphors like freeways, speedbumps, dirt roads, and roundabouts to examine how organizational structures shapemomentum, creativity, and collaboration.We also talk about some of Sam's greatest insights he's gained as a library leader on vulnerability, stalled progress, and building trust among teams. With more than twenty years of leadership experience, Sam brings a blend of humor, storytelling, and practical insight to his sessions. His work focuses on building trust-based teams, aligning systems with human needs, and helping leaders replace stoplights with roundabouts, so everyone can move forward together.Connect with Sam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuelpassey/
Marshall Breeding is back for another episode of The Library is Open Podcast! This time, we are talking all about AspenCon 2025 that was held in Nashville, Tennessee! In this episode, Marshall talks about being a Nashville local, gives an overview of his keynote presentation at AspenCon2025, his thoughts on the conference and growth of the Aspen Community. You can watch the entire AspenCon2025 recordings here: https://www.youtube.com/@AspenLibraryCommunityYou can take Marshall's Library Technology Guides 2025 Library AutomationPerceptions Survey here: https://librarytechnology.org/perceptions/2025/invite/
In our latest episode of The Library is Open Podcast, we talk with Toby Riesterer: Videographer, Owner of Riesterer Productions, and Digital Media Specialist at Pasco County Libraries in Florida. In this episode, Toby shares his love for video production and unique journey to becoming a library videographer. He gives insight into why videography is a critical component of library marketing and advocacy, thoughts on crafting an effective message, and some of his favorite projects. Toby also shares how libraries who don't have access to professional videography resources can still effectively create video content. Visit Riesterer Productions here: https://riestererproductions.com/Connect with Toby on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toby-riesterer/
Welcome to another episode of The Library is Open Podcast! In this episode, we talk to Sarah Lane, Information Services Librarian at the Des Moines Public Library! Sarah is also the co-host of the Des Moines Public Library Podcast "Beyond the Shelves". Sarah shares what she's reading, how she got into librarianship, and dives deep into all things podcasting! Learn more about the Beyond the Shelves podcast here: https://www.dmpl.org/explore/library-publications/dmpl-podcast%EF%BB%BF
It's that time of year again—back to school!!! In this episode of The Library is Open Podcast, we welcome back Telishia "Tee" Murray, Director of Library and Learning Resources at Galveston College's David Glenn Hunt Memorial Library to talk about all things back to school. Tee shares the months-long prep that goes on to ensure student success; the data and reporting processes her library implements to produce comprehensive reports; and the programming and outreach initiatives library staff use to welcome students into the library and create a safe, nurturing space. Learn more about the library's Data Dashboard here: https://library.gc.edu/data-dashboard/homeFollow Galveston College Library on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/galvestoncollegelibrary
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