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New FYI Podcast Episode – True Crime Podcasts Discussion Group

Kathleen Hughes — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 15:15:09 +0000

True crime podcasts have captured the fascination of audiences worldwide, with their gripping narratives and captivating storytelling. According to a 2023 Pew Research study of the U.S. podcast market, nearly a quarter of top-ranked titles in America focused on true crime stories. The same study also showed that true crime topics make up nearly a quarter of all the top-ranked podcasts and had the highest average daily rankings on Apple’s and Spotify’s lists of podcasts over a period of six months in 2022. Of all the U.S. adults who listened to a podcast in the past year, 34% reported regularly listening to podcasts about true crime.

In this episode, we welcome Amy Carmichael, the driving force behind the True Crime Podcast Discussion Group at Lane Public Library in Ohio. Join us as we delve into the group’s origins, glean advice on selecting top-tier podcasts, explore effective engagement strategies, uncover discussion preparation techniques, tackle the nuanced handling of sensitive topics within the true crime genre, and much more

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New Podcast Episode – The Role of Libraries in Navigating an AI-Empowered Future

Kathleen Hughes — Mon, 20 May 2024 15:41:10 +0000

In this episode of FYI, the Public Libraries Podcast, we delve into the potentially transformative impact of AI on public libraries with our guest Juan Rubio, Digital Media and Learning Expert at the Seattle Public Library. Juan provides insights from his article, “The Role of Libraries in Navigating an AI-Empowered Future,” which was featured in the May/June 2024 issue of Public Libraries magazine. Our discussion explores how AI can revolutionize library services, tackles ethical considerations, and explores the importance of AI literacy among both library workers and patrons. Click below to listen to this thought-provoking conversation on the future of AI in libraries and its potential to enhance community engagement and services.

RESOURCES FOR THIS PODCAST

Rubio, Juan. “The Role of Libraries in Navigating an AI-Empowered Future.” Public Libraries, May/June 2024.

The Whale and the Reactor. A Search for Limits in an Age of High Technology, Second Edition. Langdon Winner

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New FYI Podcast Episode: Navigating PLA 2024 Conference – Tips for Small and Rural Library Workers

Kathleen Hughes — Mon, 18 Mar 2024 15:58:48 +0000

In this episode we’re tackling a topic close to the hearts of many public librarians: navigating the Public Library Association Conference. But we’re taking a unique angle – focusing on the perspective of attendees from small and rural libraries. Joining host Kathleen Hughes, PLA, is Jennie Garner, Library Director, at the North Liberty (IOWA) Public Library, and immediate past president of the Association for Small and Rural Libraries.

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New FYI Podcast Episode: Unlocking Student Loan Forgiveness with Kyra Hahn

Kathleen Hughes — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 18:02:09 +0000

In this episode, we delve into the realm of federal government student loan repayment programs with our expert guest, Kyra Hahn, a librarian at the Denver Public Library. Kyra has successfully navigated the public service student loan forgiveness process and is here to shed light on recent changes introduced by the Biden Administration.

Kyra will also be featured in a session on the How-To Stage at the upcoming PLA 2024 conference. Her presentation, titled “How To Achieve Student Loan Forgiveness: Navigating Changes and Advocating for Systemic Reform,” is scheduled for Friday, April 5, at 10 am in the Exhibits Hall. This session explores the reality of student loan forgiveness, providing practical resources for navigating recent process changes in Public Service Loan Forgiveness and Income-Driven Repayment forgiveness programs. Kyra will also touch on the impact of advocacy and research in raising awareness about the challenges of lifelong debt and influencing systemic change in educational funding and employment benefits.

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New FYI Episode: Read Romance — Fight Patriarchy

Kathleen Hughes — Mon, 15 Jan 2024 15:22:09 +0000

This episode of FYI–The Public Libraries Podcast is sponsored by iRead. iREAD is a flexible, nonprofit reading program designed by librarians featuring appealing incentives, compelling and adaptable themes, and a comprehensive resource guide full of ideas.

In this episode of FYI– The Public Libraries Podcast, Kathleen Hughes, PLA, hosts Lori Leiberman, a Teacher/Librarian from Lincoln High School in Portland, Oregon, as they explore the intricate dynamics of the romance genre, and Lieberman’s upcoming PLA conference program, “Read Romance/Fight Patriarchy.” The conversation navigates the popularity and enduring stigma surrounding romance literature, discussing the genre’s paradoxical position as both a billion-dollar industry and a source of unwarranted shame for readers. Lieberman sheds light on the feminist essence embedded in romance narratives and their potential to challenge patriarchal norms. Drawing from her experiences at Lincoln High School, she shares insights into the positive impact of romance literature in educational settings, highlighting the genre’s capacity to engage students and foster cultural awareness. The episode concludes with practical tips for launching a Romance Book Club in libraries and building inclusive romance collections that authentically represent diverse voices and experiences. Don’t miss this candid exploration of the genre’s complexities and its profound impact on readers and education.

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FYI Podcast – Black History Month Programming Study

Kathleen Hughes — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 23:42:46 +0000

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Deborah Robinson and Dr. Grace Jackson-Brown about the Black History Month Programming in Public Libraries study. The University of Michigan received a three-year grant to assess the content, scope, and factors influencing Black History Month offerings at public libraries in the United States. Our guests are Grace Jackson-Brown, Ph.D., M.L.S. Professor, Library Science, Research & Instructional Services Unit, Duane G. Meyer Library, Missouri State University and BCALA Project Director for the study, and Deborah Robinson, MBA, Ph.D., Research Investigator and Principal Investigator on the IMLS-funded grant, Institute for Social Research, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Resources for this Podcast

University of Michigan Program for Research on Black Americans – https://prba.isr.umich.edu/

Black History Month Programming Taxonomy – https://blackhistorymonth.bcala.org/taxonomy/

University of Michigan Public Engagement and Impact website – Examining Black History Month Programming in Public Libraries – https://publicengagement.umich.edu/examining-black-history-month-programming-in-public-libraries/

BCALA Website – Black History Month Programming in Public Libraries – https://blackhistorymonth.bcala.org/

Dr. Deborah Robinson – https://prba.isr.umich.edu/2019/09/03/robinson-returns-to-prba/

Dr. Grace Jackson-Brown – https://libraries.missouristate.edu/profile-display.aspx?p=GJackson-Brown

Association for the Study of African American Life and History – Origins of Black History Month – https://asalh.org/about-us/origins-of-black-history-month/ – Annual Themes (including 2024 theme) – https://asalh.org/black-history-themes/

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New FYI Episode – Beekeeping at the Library

Kathleen Hughes — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 22:41:18 +0000

Dive into the buzzworthy world of library beekeeping with our latest episode featuring Amber Lawvor, Librarian at the Salt Lake City Public Library. Discover the ins and outs of their successful beekeeping program, from beginner tips to creative programming and community engagement ideas. Whether you’re contemplating introducing bees to your library or simply curious about the benefits of pollinator programs for your community, this episode has something for everyone. Join us to explore the resources needed to start a bee colony and learn how to connect with community partners for programming that will have a lasting impact.

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New FYI Episode – The PLA Technology Survey

Kathleen Hughes — Tue, 17 Oct 2023 18:54:37 +0000

Discover the ever-evolving landscape of library technology as we explore insights from the PLA Public Library Technology Survey. Our guests, Sara Goek, Project Manager for Data and Research at the Public Library Association (PLA); Dan Hensley, Co-chair of PLA’s Measurement, Evaluation, and Assessment Committee (MEAC) and Coordinator of Staff Training and Development at Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh; and Heidi Fendrick, a member of MEAC and State Data Coordinator at the Utah State Library Division, break down key findings from the 2020 survey, reveal how this data shapes library funding and advances digital equity, and share the significance of your library’s participation in PLA’s 2023 technology survey.

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New FYI Podcast – Revitalizing a Spanish Beginning Readers Collection (Bienvenidos a la lectura – Multnomah County Library)

Kathleen Hughes — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 21:53:48 +0000

Thank you to our sponsors for this podcast, Creativebug.

In this episode we’ll hear about a successful project to revitalize the Spanish Beginning Readers Collection at the Multnomah County (Portland) Library System. The project, “Bienvenidos a la lectura” which included developing a culturally responsive collection and themed “bolsitas” (bags) of books for patrons, was designed to better serve the needs of the Latine community. In this interview, we discuss the project’s development, implementation, and impact on the community, as well as strategies for creating culturally specific programs and services in libraries

Resources

Reading Levels for Books

https://multcolib.org/educators/reading-levels-books

Libros para lectores principiantes (Books for Beginning Readers) – YouTube playlist

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLahKyBHT31CQhZ90S85WR1LthDkeBgajs

Blogpost – Niveles de lectura de libros para lectores principiantes:

https://multcolib.org/blog/20210126/niveles-de-lectura-de-libros-para-lectores-principiantes

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New FYI Episode – Let’s Talk Race with Richland (SC) Public Library

Kathleen Hughes — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 17:17:43 +0000

“Let’s Talk Race” emerged at the Richland (SC) Public Library as a response to the tragic events of 2015, including the murders of Walter Scott and the Charleston Emmanuel AME Church shooting. In the wake of these incidents, South Carolinians faced a mix of emotions—anger, confusion, and fear. Seeking ways to heal, the library took a proactive approach, launching small dialogue circles that offered a safe space for conversations about race. Since then, RPL has orchestrated over 250 events and community discussions, engaging more than 4,000 participants. The impact of these conversations rippled beyond the library’s confines, prompting the creation of a free curriculum intended for use by libraries and groups across the nation.

In this episode, our guests are Tamara King, Chief Equity and Engagement Officer, and Heather McCue, Children’s and Teens Services Manager at Richland Public Library. We’ll look at the roots and expansion of “Let’s Talk Race,” delve into the transformative influence of dialogue, its capacity to ignite change, nurture empathy, and foster unity within communities, and share how libraries can join this important initiative.

Tune in to glean insights into the profound potential of dialogue, as we navigate the journey of “Let’s Talk Race.”

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New FYI Podcast Episode! Stories Beyond Borders

Kathleen Hughes — Mon, 24 Jul 2023 15:25:38 +0000

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On this episode we are talking about STORIES BEYOND BORDERS, a booklist created by the Chinese American Librarians Association to commemorate their 50th anniversary. Stories Beyond Borders features children’s, middle grade, and young adult books centering Chinese American and diasporic voices. This celebratory reading list was formed through a collaboration between the Chinese American Librarians Association (CALA) and the Young Adult Services Association (YALSA) in consultation with the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC). Our guests Crystal Chen and Melody Leung were both members of the task force to create the list.

RESOURCES FOR THIS PODCAST

STORIES BEYOND BORDERS BOOKLIST PDF – bit.ly/CALAStoriesBeyond

CHINESE AMERICAN LIBRARIANS ASSOCIATION (CALA) site – (https://cala-web.org/)

CALASYS STORIES BEYOND BORDERS READING LIST – https://ir.cala-web.org/items/show/1108

CALASYS STORIES BEYOND BORDERS GALLERY/EXHIBITION – https://ir.cala-web.org/exhibits/show/stories-beyond-borders/gallery

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FYI Podcast: Desegregation of Libraries in the Jim Crow South

Kathleen Hughes — Mon, 08 May 2023 20:04:39 +0000

In this episode, we discuss the history of library segregation in the Jim Crow south and the fight for desegregation. Our guests, Suzanne LaPierre and Chris Barbuschak are librarians at the Fairfax County Library in Virginia and the authors of “Desegregation in Northern Virginia Libraries.” Their book sheds light on the libraries in Northern Virginia during the era of segregation and the civil rights activists who fought for change. Join us as we gain valuable insights into this important part of library history.

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FYI Podcast Episode: The Black Librarian in America (50th Anniversary Edition) with Shauntee Burns-Simpson

Kathleen Hughes — Tue, 02 May 2023 18:49:22 +0000

The latest edition of “The Black Librarian in America” the seminal Black Caucus of the American Library Association (BCALA) publication, published by Rowman & Littlefield, is the first to be wholly edited by Black women, including Shauntee Burns-Simpson, Nichelle M. Hayes, Dr. Ana Ndumu, and Dr.Shaundra Walker—and it also features a foreword by the Librarianof Congress, Dr. Carla Hayden. This reflective and celebratory edition marks the 50th anniversary of both the first edition, edited by Dr. E. J. Josey, and the founding of the BCALA. The editors have gathered a wealth of wisdom and lived experience from the stories represented in this volume, which are invaluable to understanding the challenges, opportunities, and ongoing work of Black librarians in America. In this episode of FYI: The Public Libraries Podcast, we have the privilege of speaking with one of the editors of this important and timely book—Shauntee Burns- Simpson, Associate Director, Center for Educators and Schools, The New York Public Library.

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FYI Episode! Outreach Services to Persons Who Are/Were Incarcerated

Kathleen Hughes — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 00:27:23 +0000

In this episode, we chat with Jenn McKague, an Outreach Services Librarian at the Salt Lake County Library, who is dedicated to serving persons who are incarcerated and those who have been incarcerated. Jenn shares her background, the services she provides, the challenges she faces, and more in a candid and informative conversation. Tune in to learn about Jenn’s work and the impact she’s making in the lives of these often overlooked communities.

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FYI Podcast – A Conversation with PLA President, Dr. Maria McCauley

Kathleen Hughes — Thu, 09 Mar 2023 16:56:09 +0000

In this episode we are joined by Dr. Maria Taesil Hudson McCauley, the current president of the Public Library Association for the 2022-2023 term. Dr. McCauley is also the director of the Cambridge Public Library in Massachusetts. In this episode, we ask Dr. McCauley about her background and involvement with the Public Library Association, her experience as President-Elect and President of the PLA, and her thoughts on the increasing role of libraries in their communities. We also discuss the challenges and opportunities for public libraries in this moment, as well as Dr. McCauley’s priorities during her presidential year. Finally, we dive into the recent update of the PLA strategic plan and what Dr. McCauley is most excited about as both the PLA President and a public library director.

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FYI Podcast – Public Libraries and Digital Literacy

Kathleen Hughes — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 03:20:26 +0000

This podcast episode discusses public libraries and digital literacy, including PLA’s DigitalLearn and how a recent partnership with AT&T has awarded 150 public libraries with over one million dollars of funding, to help reach more people around the country with digital literacy training. Featured guests include: Samantha Lopez, Manager, Marketing & Membership, PLA; Joy Osuna Benfante, Senior Program Manager, AT&T; and Mary Clare Bietila, Program Manager, Programming Initiatives, PLA.

RESOURCES

Public Library Association DigitalLearn Initiative – https://www.digitallearn.org/

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FYI Podcast: Cultural Proficiencies for Racial Equity Framework

Kathleen Hughes — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 22:39:05 +0000

In this episode we discuss the Cultural Proficiencies for Racial Equity Framework, which was approved by the boards of directors of the four partner organizations, the American Library Association (ALA), Association of College & Research Libraries (ACRL), Association of Research Libraries (ARL), and Public Library Association (PLA), during summer of 2022. Our guests for this episode are Christina Fuller Gregory, Assistant Director of Libraries South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts & Humanities and Kristin Lahurd, Deputy Director, Conference Content and Engagement. American Library Association.

From the Introduction to the Cultural Proficiencies for Racial Equity Framework document:

This framework has been developed as a tool both theoretical and practical in its orientation, as a guide for developing personal, organizational, institutional, and systems-level knowledge and understanding of the nature of racism and its many manifestations. Racism results in differential, inequitable, and devastating impacts on Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) in the library and information science (LIS) sector, the communities libraries serve, and beyond. The framework is not intended to be liberatory practice in itself,–an instrument or agent that will abolish racial inequity or a step-by-step guide–but, rather to provide the grounding needed to effect change in thinking, behavior, and practice that will lead to better outcomes for racialized and minoritized populations.

Resources for this Podcast:

Cultural Proficiencies for Racial Equity: A Framework
Joint ALA/ARL Building Cultural Proficiencies forRacial Equity Framework Task Force
August 2022
Cultural Proficiencies for Racial Equity Framework –About the Framework

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FYI Podcast: Workforce Development in Public Libraries

Kathleen Hughes — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 15:16:21 +0000

RESOURCES FOR THIS PODCAST

PLA Public Libraries and Workforce Development

Measures That Matter: IMLS, COSLA to Explore Link Between Public Libraries, Workforce Development, and Community Wellbeing

Kenton County (KY) Public Library – Career and Job Services

Kenton County (KY) Public Library Receive Grant to Help People Get Back to Work

Kenton County (KY) Public Library – Northern Kentucky Accountability Group

Workforce Development at the Kenton County (KY) Public Library – YouTube Video

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)

Grow Northern Kentucky

Career Navigators @ Kenton County (KY) Public Library

Program at LibLearnX 2023, Saturday, January 28, 2023 – Career Navigators in Libraries: a Person-Centered Emerging Service Model – https://www.2023.alaliblearnx.org/

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FYI Podcast: Subscription Book Boxes for Teens

Kathleen Hughes — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 19:47:49 +0000

In this episode, our guest is Lindsey Trammell, Youth Services Librarian at the Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Public Library in Florida. We talk about how to start a book subscription box for teens: including finding resources for it, building the framework, and putting it all together. Discover the impact this program can have—particularly on book desert communities—and imagine a new way to cultivate relationships with underserved populations. Lindsey also provides scaled options for how to institute a book subscription box, tips on how to design materials for the program, and points to consider when tailoring the program to your library’s unique situation and resources.

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FYI Podcast: The White Allies Handbook: 4 Weeks to Join the Racial Justice Fight for Black Women

Kathleen Hughes — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 15:11:31 +0000

In this episode our guest is Lecia Michelle. Lecia is a long-time librarian, activist, and author. Her forthcoming book “THE WHITE ALLIES HANDBOOK: 4 Weeks to Join the Racial Justice Fight for Black Women” (published by Kensington Books) will be on sale July 26, 2022. The book is a practical, actionable, explicit guide for people looking to not just “start a conversation” but to take concrete steps toward equality.

RESOURCES

The White Allies Handbook: 4 Weeks to Join the Racial Justice Fight for Black Women Kindle Edition

Real Talk: WOC and Allie for Racial Justice and Anti-Oppression Facebook Group

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FYI Podcast: Public Library Anti-Hate Statements

Kathleen Hughes — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 01:53:36 +0000

Editor’s Note: This podcast is based on a presentation that was scheduled to occur at the 2022 PLA Conference. Unfortunately, the presentation was canceled and will not/did not take place. However, the podcast episode still offers a ton of information on library anti-hate statements.

In this episode we talk with Cindy Khatri, Public Relations Manager, and Van McGary, Adult and Teen Services Assistant Manager, at the Downers Grove (IL) Public Library (DGPL) about the Anti-Hate Statements that the library releases in response to current events. The library believes that through the use of Anti-Hate Statements they are openly condemning hate and violence against historically marginalized groups. So Far, DGPL has released the following Anti-Hate Statements:

12/20/2021: From the Board of Library Trustees and Director: A Statement in Solidarity of the LGBTQ+ Community
6/10/2021: From the Board of Library Trustees and Director: A Message Against Anti-Semitism and Islamophobia
4/16/2021: From the Director: An Updated Message in Support of Black and Brown Lives
3/24/2021: From the Board of Library Trustees: A Message on Anti-Asian Racism
6/2/2020: From the Director: A Message on Anti-Racism and Free Speech
You can see the statements and read more about the library’s EDISJ efforts at dglibrary.org/edi/. Khatri and McGary will also present a program at the upcoming PLA conference (PLA 2022) on this topic. More info at www.placonference.org.

https://soundcloud.com/publiclibrariesonline/fyi-52-public-library-anti-hate-statements-an-inclusive-way-to-support-community-members?si=2f7636f6062243e79fbf8d819dc031c0&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

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FYI Podcast: PLA Benchmark & Library Staff Diversity Survey

Kathleen Hughes — Thu, 16 Dec 2021 22:49:02 +0000

Sara Goek, Program Manager at the Public Library Association and Linda Hofschire, Director of the Research Institute for Public Libraries (RIPL) discuss the 2021 Public Library Staff & Diversity Survey and “Benchmark: Library Metrics and Trends,” the latest evolution in PLA’s data-driven initiatives and tools for libraries.

https://soundcloud.com/publiclibrariesonline/fyi-50-pla-benchmarks-and-library-staff-diversity-survey?si=64069c61e46f4b9499afc385ccbfc5fc&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

Resources

To complete the 2021 Public Library Staff & Diversity Survey, login to your library’s free Benchmark account at librarybenchmark.org by January 14, 2022.
More information about this survey and past PLA surveys can be found here: https://www.ala.org/pla/data/plasurveys
For more information about Benchmark, please visit https://www.ala.org/pla/data/benchmark

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FYI Podcast: Hosting Digital Author Events

Kathleen Hughes — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 22:01:43 +0000

In this episode, Stesha Brandon, Literature and Humanities Program Manager at the Seattle Public Library (SPL) shares how SPLA successfully moved author programming to a digital format during the COVID-19 pandemic. Tune in for tips and great ideas on creating or improving your library’s digital author programming.

https://soundcloud.com/publiclibrariesonline/fyi-49-digital-author-events-with-stesha-brandon

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FYI Podcast: Misinformation, Disinformation, and More

Kathleen Hughes — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 16:21:42 +0000

This episode is about misinformation, disinformation, and mal-information. Whether it is lies about the election, or COVID-19, or conspiracy theories, we have seen just how insidious the spread of misinformation can be. Our guest is Suzanne LaPierre, the Virginiana Librarian at Fairfax County Public Library in Virginia. Suzanne has researched and written on these topics. She is also a regular contributor here at PL Online.

Resources for this Episode:

Websites to help assess media bias:

AllSides.com
AllSides displays left, right and center coverage of top news stories side-by-side for perspective. They also provide media bias ratings for over 800 news outlets and writers, utilizing transparent scientific methods. Viewers can join in civic dialog about the issues via AllSides Connect.
Media Bias/Fact Check
Media Bias/Fact Check features a database of over 3600 media sources. Use the search bar to quickly check the bias level of a source. Also includes a pseudoscience dictionary.

Recommended Books:

Fake News, Propaganda, and Plain Old Lies: How to Find Trustworthy Information in the Digital Age, by Donald A. Barclay

Bad News: Why We Fall for Fake News and Alternative Facts, by Rob Brotherton

Post-Truth (The MIT Press Essential Knowledge), by Lee McIntyre

The Death of Expertise: The Campaign Against Established Knowledge and Why It Matters, by Tom Nichols

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FYI Podcast: A Discussion of Imposter Syndrome

Kathleen Hughes — Fri, 26 Feb 2021 00:11:07 +0000

How often do you catch yourself feeling like you are in ‘over your head’ at work? Imposter syndrome – the sense that you are inadequate for the task in front of you despite past proof of your ability – can wreak havoc on your career and keep you from taking on new challenges. It can also prevent you from sharing your unique talents and skills in ways that benefit you and your organization. But imposter syndrome need not derail your career. Those feelings of being a “fraud” can be turned into a springboard to propel you forward in your career and in your life. Join Public Libraries magazine editor, Kathleen Hughes and Youth Services Librarian Erin Collier Plummer, Seminole County (FL) Public Library, in a discussion of this phenomenon.

https://soundcloud.com/publiclibrariesonline/47-fyi-podcast-imposter-syndrome-featuring-erin-plummer

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