Library Podcasts
Each year the Library hosts readings, lectures, and discussions by authors and other public figures. You may watch video recordings of recent programs on our YouTube channel. Our archive of audio recordings goes back more than 10 years and includes thousands of memorable Library events.
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Rafe Esquith: 'Lighting Their Fires'
Award-winning teacher Rafe Esquith discusses his latest book, "Lighting Their Fires," on August 5, 2010 at The Seattle Public Library.Listen to Audio (mp3) [file size: 27 MB] [Play time: 0 hr 00 min]
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Seattle Biblio Café | Episode 1
Listen in while librarians talk about books on a coffee break. A quick and easy way to hear about some good books to read.Listen to Audio (mp3) [file size: 8 MB] [Play time: 0 hr 00 min]
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Heart and Soul of Mexico
The musicians of La Mariachi Mexico performed familiar songs on a variety of authentic instruments on Aug. 1, 2010 at The Seattle Public Library.
Listen to Audio (mp3) [file size: 28 MB] [Play time: 0 hr 00 min]
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David Herlihy: 'The Lost Cyclist'
David Herlihy read from his new book, "The Lost Cyclist," on July 20, 2010 at The Seattle Public Library.Listen to Audio (mp3) [file size: 29 MB] [Play time: 0 hr 00 min]
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Science Friction: The Science of 'Avatar'
Listen to scientists discuss real research frontiers touched by the hit movie 'Avatar' at this interactive event held at The Seattle Public Library on July 18, 2010.Listen to Audio (mp3) [file size: 30.5 MB] [Play time: 0 hr 00 min]
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Brian Waite Band: '20,000 Volts Under the Sea'
Sing, dance and laugh with the Brian Waite Band. This deep-sea, rock musical recorded on July 8, 2010 at The Seattle Public Library is fun for the whole family and filled with interactive games, zany characters and great live music.Listen to Audio (mp3) [file size: 20 MB] [Play time: 0 hr 00 min]
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Thrilling Tales: June 21, 2010
Listen to "Thrilling Tales," a story time for grown-ups, recorded at the Central Library. A "Festival of Classic Short Short Stories" was presented by The Seattle Public Library Fiction Department: "The Open Window," by Saki; "The Romance of a Busy Broker," by O Henry; "John Mortonson's Funeral," by Ambrose Bierce; "The Story Teller," by Saki; and "Revolt of the Gods," by Ambrose Bierce. Recorded on June 21, 2010.
Listen to Audio (mp3) [file size: 19 MB] [Play time: 0 hr 40 min]
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Bob Rosner: 'Boss Better'
For many, "boss" has become a four letter word. Facilitated by Bob Rosner on June 16, 2010 at The Seattle Public Library, this interactive session outlines the key strategies to becoming the kind of boss that people actually want to work for.Listen to Audio (mp3) [file size: 24 MB] [Play time: 0 hr 00 min]
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'The User Experience in the 21st Century Library'
Listen to a panel discussion that focused on the user experience in the 21st century library recorded on June 12, 2010 at The Seattle Public Library.Listen to Audio (mp3) [file size: 49 MB] [Play time: 0 hr 00 min]
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Jonathan Alter: 'The Promise: President Obama, Year One'
Award-winning columnist, television analyst, and author Jonathan Alter read from his latest book, "The Promise," the first book written about President Obama since he took the oath of office on June 10, 2010 at The Seattle Public Library.Listen to Audio (mp3) [file size: 38 MB] [Play time: 0 hr 00 min]