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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Come From Away: A Journey from Gander to Broadway
The Seattle Public Library and the 5th Avenue Theatre welcome you to a panel discussion, with local artists and community leaders, on the hit Broadway musical Come From Away.
Listen to Audio (mp3) [file size: 24.34MB] [Play time: 0 hr 53 min]
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2018 Washington State Book Awards
Celebrate with the winners and finalists of this year’s Washington State Book Awards!
Listen to Audio (mp3) [file size: 23.40MB] [Play time: 0 hr 51 min]
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Addressing the Opioid Epidemic: Community Approaches & Resources
Please join us for an evening of presentations and Q&A from local experts on the opioid epidemic.
Listen to Audio (mp3) [file size: 40.71MB] [Play time: 1 hr 28 min]
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Jennifer Baker & Dennis Norris II With Anastacia-Renee & Jessica Rycheal
Join us for an evening of readings and conversation celebrating local and national writers of color, in context of the publication of "Everyday People," a new collection of contemporary short fiction.
Listen to Audio (mp3) [file size: 26.44MB] [Play time: 0 hr 57 min]
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Nicole Chung And Ijeoma Oluo Discuss 'All You Can Ever Know'
What does it mean to lose your roots and what happens when you look for them? Nicole Chung talks about her search for her birth family and personal identity. Nicole will appear in conversation with Ijeoma Oluo.
Listen to Audio (mp3) [file size: 29.82MB] [Play time: 1 hr 05 min]
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What Is At Stake For Washington's Native Nations Today
University of Washington professor Jean Dennison (Osage) and Josh Reid (Snohomish) discuss Indigenous sovereignty and more with community leaders.
Listen to Audio (mp3) [file size: 41.93MB] [Play time: 1 hr 31 min]
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Arjun Singh Sethi discusses 'American Hate'
Join us to hear Arjun Singh Sethi, a community activist and civil rights lawyer, discuss the stories of individuals affected by hate. Stay for a panel discussion with Sethi, Matt Remle, Soya & Aneelah Afzali.
Listen to Audio (mp3) [file size: 31.09MB] [Play time: 1 hr 07 min]
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John Okada
Join us for the book launch of "JOHN OKADA: The Life & Rediscovered Work of the Author of NO-NO BOY" -- on the 95th anniversary of his birth, and at the library where he once worked as a reference librarian.
Listen to Audio (mp3) [file size: 38.86MB] [Play time: 1 hr 24 min]
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Immigration 101 Training With NWIRP
Northwest Immigrant Rights Project hosts a free immigration 101 training.
Listen to Audio (mp3) [file size: 68.98MB] [Play time: 2 hr 30 min]
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Nguyễn Công Khanh Thảo Luận Về 'Con Trâu Rừng Cuối Cùng Trên Đảo'
Nhà văn Seattle Nguyễn Công Khanh sẽ đọc và thảo luận về tác phẩm của ông, “Con Trâu Rừng Cuối Cùng Trên Đảo.” Recorded on Sept. 16, 2018.
Listen to Audio (mp3) [file size: 51.56MB] [Play time: 1 hr 52 min]