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27 - Exploring Queer Representation in Picture Books

Overdueing It: The Rhode Island Library Podcast

Release Date: 06/03/2025

28 - Adriana Trigiani, Author of THE VIEW FROM LAKE COMO

Overdueing It: The Rhode Island Library Podcast

Host Lauren is joined by bestselling author, award-winning playwright, television writer/producer, and filmmaker Adriana Trigiani to discuss her latest book The View From Lake Como, along with her "book tour like no other," . In the Last Chapter they discuss: If you could rewrite a book from another character's point of view, what character and book would you choose? Overdueing It is a project funded by the and is produced by library staff around the Ocean State. We are proud to be a resident partner of the . The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not...

27 - Exploring Queer Representation in Picture Books

Overdueing It: The Rhode Island Library Podcast

Host Tayla is joined by Alicia Vaandering from the University of Rhode Island, James Rosenzweig from Eastern Washington University, and Amanda Melilli from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, to share their research project focusing on queer representation in picture books and the creation of the Rainbow Representation Rubric. They also talk about queer subtext in classic films and novels and finding comfort (or not!) in dystopian fiction. In the Last Chapter they discuss: would you rather have a personal library with unlimited space but only filled with books you've never read, or a small...

26 - Robert Isenberg, Author of MILE MARKERS

Overdueing It: The Rhode Island Library Podcast

Host Robin talks with Robert Isenberg about his latest collection of essays about cycling, Mile Markers. They also discuss past visions of the future, documentaries, and the Rockettes. In the Last Chapter they discuss: what are some of your favorite cycling books? Overdueing It is a project funded by the and is produced by library staff around the Ocean State. We are proud to be a resident partner of the . The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers'’' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any participants' place of...

25 - Donna Russo, Author of VINCENT'S WOMEN

Overdueing It: The Rhode Island Library Podcast

Host Tayla talks with author, screenwriter, ghost writer, and artist Donna Russo about her latest book, Vincent’s Women. They also discuss the Yellowstone television universe, books about bookshops, and The Sound of Music. In the Last Chapter they discuss: what book would you rewrite from another character’s point of view? Overdueing It is a project funded by the and is produced by library staff around the Ocean State. We are proud to be a resident partner of the . The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It...

24 - Hey Rhody Crossover

Overdueing It: The Rhode Island Library Podcast

Emily and Lauren chat with Chris Revill of the Hey Rhody podcast. They talk about watching nostalgic movies, libraries as third spaces, and the many amazing free events and small businesses in Rhode Island. In the Last Chapter they discuss their favorite Rhode Island books, films, and TV series'. Overdueing It is a project funded by the and is produced by library staff around the state. We are proud to be a resident partner of the . The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers’ own and do not represent those of the Overdueing It podcast, its sponsor organizations, or any...

BONUS - What It Means to Be Armenian-American

Overdueing It: The Rhode Island Library Podcast

In this bonus outtake, Lauren asked Victoria Atamian Waterman, Pauline Getzoyan, and Dalita Getzoyan what their Armenian-American heritage means to them, which resulted in this thought-provoking discussion about identity and how books help us build empathy with others. Enjoy! If you haven't already, listen back to Episode 23 - Commemorating Genocide Awareness Month, published on April 8, 2025. We talked about Victoria’s book Who She Left Behind, the making of the audiobook, and the important work being done by the Rhode Island Holocaust and Genocide Education Commission. Overdueing It...

23 - Commemorating Genocide Awareness Month

Overdueing It: The Rhode Island Library Podcast

April is Genocide Awareness Month, and we’re commemorating with author Victoria Atamian Waterman, actor and audiobook narrator Dalita Getzoyan, and chair of the RI Holocaust & Genocide Education Commission Pauline Getzoyan. Host Lauren talks to our guests about Victoria’s book Who She Left Behind, a generational story of survival, love, and motherhood in the aftermath of the Armenian Genocide. They also discuss the joys of live theater and the experience of seeing yourself represented on the big screen for the first time. In the Last Chapter they discuss: is there a book that you...

22 - Reading Across Rhode Island with Hanif Abdurraqib

Overdueing It: The Rhode Island Library Podcast

Host Emily chats with author, poet, essaysist (and more), Hanif Abdurraqib, author of There’s Always This Year: On Basketball and Ascension, the 2025 Reading Across Rhode Island title. They talk about the book, their dogs, and unofficial sister cities Columbus, OH and Providence, RI. Abdurraqib will be in Rhode Island for a on April 22, 2025. Grab your seat today! Learn more about and get books for your work, library, classroom, or for your book club with your friends! Overdueing It is a project funded by the and is produced by library staff around the Ocean State. We are proud to...

21 - Reading Across Rhode Island with Len Cabral

Overdueing It: The Rhode Island Library Podcast

Host Tayla talks with storyteller and Reading Across Rhode Island honorary co-chair Len Cabral about this year's RARI pick, There's Always This Year by Hanif Abdurraquib. They also discuss Len's life and work, and the North Providence Summer Basketball League. In the Last Chapter they discuss: What's a genre of book outside of your regular picks that you wish you read more of? Overdueing It is a project funded by the and is produced by library staff around the Ocean State. We are proud to be a resident partner of the . The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speakers' own and do...

20 - Community and Food, That's All You Need

Overdueing It: The Rhode Island Library Podcast

Emily chats with Chris and Cherai from PechaKuchaPVD, Providence’s free monthly adult show and tell community building and storytelling event. It’s the 2nd longest running PechaKucha in the world! Hear about how they are building community throughout Providence and how you can get involved, in the audience or on stage! Visit PechaKuchaPVD on the web at or on Instagram at @PechaKuchaPVD. Want something even more special? PechaKuchaPVD will host a show on May 28th at the Knight Memorial Library in Providence as the library celebrates their 100th anniversary! Mark your calendars and...

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