Blogs & Podcasts

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Podcast

How a Fish Swam in the Air and a Hare in the Water

June 18, 2025

A man finds a buried pot of gold and silver, but is hesitant to tell his over-sharing wife. How can he share the good fortune with his wife, while protecting them both from unwanted questions?

Harvard, Hollywood and ATC Shortage...

June 15, 2025

Jamal Park

A deep dive into the changing landscape of the entertainment industry, higher education battles and an overview of how we keep people safe in US air space.

Celebrity Bios Galore

June 12, 2025

Amanda Dembiec

Who doesn't like reading about funny people?

Podcast

US Small Business Administration with Lindsay Gilmore

June 12, 2025

In this episode, we’ll be joined by Lindsay Gilmore, an Economic Development Specialist with the US Small Business Administration.

Podcast

The Ratcatcher

June 11, 2025

The perils of insisting on following an agreement exactly are detailed in this retelling of the story of the Pied Piper of Hamelin.

LGBTQIA+ Children's Books to Celebrate Pride 2025

June 10, 2025

Caroline Cronin

Every June, we celebrate the hardships and triumphs of the LGBTQIA+ community. Here at Nashville Public Library, we love to lift up queer voices and celebrate self expression! Read to discover some of my top picks for Pride themed Children's books this year.