Episodes

Monday Jul 29, 2024
Monday Jul 29, 2024
Puyallup Public Library's Outreach Coordinator, Debi, speaks Kathy Warren, the President of the Friends of the Puyallup Public Library.
Kathy shares tales of her family's long history in Puyallup, both in the valley and on the hill, and reminisces about time spent in Anchorage, Alaska. She has a wealth of amusing anecdotes about local life in the 1940s to 70s.
As an avid supporter of the Library's programs, Kathy encourages others to join the Friends of the Library and to donate to their cause.
Find out more about the Friends at:
https://www.cityofpuyallup.org/643/Friends-of-the-Library

Tuesday Jul 02, 2024
Tuesday Jul 02, 2024
Puyallup Public Library's Outreach Coordinator, Debi, speaks with fashion designer Dan McLean, who has a fashion show coming up on July 20, 2024.
Dan McLean is at the forefront of sustainable fashion in Seattle. Since graduating from Seattle Central College’s apparel design program in 2019, Dan has gone on to dress names such as Megan Rapinoe and Ezi Magbegor and has been named Seattle’s most influential person in fashion in 2024 by Seattle magazine. Working out of her SODO studio, Dan upcycles thrifted garments and works with vintage or secondhand fabrics.
Find out more about her works and events at:
https://www.danmclean.org
Instagram: @danmclean - https://www.instagram.com/danmclean/
Get tickets to her upcoming July 20th fashion show at: https://danmclean.myshopify.com/collections/7-20-runway

Monday Jun 17, 2024
Monday Jun 17, 2024
Puyallup Public Library's Outreach Coordinator, Debi, presents a special summer episode speaking with Library Services Manager Aleya Stone.
Aleya recommends and reviews several books for adults to provide reading inspiration for our Summer Reading Program. Adults who read this summer can win a free monogrammed sticky pad and an entry into our drawing for fabulous prizes.
Stay tuned after the main interview for a visit from one of Debi's personal heroes and a friend of the library.

Thursday May 30, 2024
Thursday May 30, 2024
Puyallup Public Library's Outreach Coordinator, Debi, speaks with author and historian Candance Wellman.
Ms. Wellman discusses her books on the contributions of intermarried native women to Pacific Northwest history and social development. She sheds light on little-known stories of notable women, backed by meticulous research. Ms. Wellman also reminisces about her career and life in the area. Her books can be checked out from the Puyallup Library.
Stay tuned after the main interview for a visit from one of Debi's personal heroes and a friend of the library.

Friday Apr 26, 2024
Friday Apr 26, 2024
Puyallup Public Library's Outreach Coordinator, Debi, speaks with Karl Lewis, longtime Puyallup resident, retired attorney, and avid community volunteer.
Mr. Lewis discusses his memories of over 40 years living in Puyallup as well as his current efforts to better the community. Karl volunteers at the local food bank and promotes donations as well as helping senior and low-income citizens with tax assistance via a free AARP program.

Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Puyallup Public Library's Outreach Coordinator, Debi, speaks with Karl Helbich, Puyallup-born entrepreneur and owner of Kassel Motorsports.
Mr. Helbich discusses his roots in the local community, friendships, maintaining a thriving European auto repair service, and his scholarship program for young adults seeking to gain skills in the trades.
Learn more about Karl and his business at:
https://kasselmotorsports.com/

Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Puyallup Public Library's Outreach Coordinator, Debi, speaks with Vanessa Nelson, the founder and executive director of Young Black & Brilliant.
Established in January 2021, Young Black and Brilliant (YB&B) is committed to fostering a sense of community among today's youth. Our aim is to curate a platform where young individuals can authentically engage in positive peer interactions, creating an environment conducive to building confidence and enhancing literacy skills. Through community engagement, outreach, workshops, and our book club, we are dedicated to empowering the next generation with the requisite tools and support for both personal and intellectual growth. Join us in shaping a future where brilliance knows no bounds.
Find out more at: https://www.ybnbreadersclub.org/
Instagram: young_blacknbrilliant
Facebook: YB&B

Thursday Jan 18, 2024
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
Puyallup Public Library's Outreach Coordinator, Debi, sits down with the Paul, the library's Systems & Information Technology Librarian, to talk about life, travel, and philosophies of public service.

Monday Dec 18, 2023
Monday Dec 18, 2023
Puyallup Public Library's Outreach Coordinator, Debi, hosts a jam session to highlight the library's new musical instrument collection. She also sits down as a guest on the Whatcom County Library System's Library Stories! podcast. Then, stay tuned all the way to the end for a visit from a very special surprise guest.
Please visit and listen to Whatcom County's library podcast at http://wcls.org/podcast

Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Wednesday Nov 22, 2023
Puyallup Public Library's Outreach Coordinator, Debi, interviews David Beerbower, a City of Puyallup police officer and library enthusiast. He discusses community-oriented policing, career challenges, and books he enjoys. Debi also shares one of her favorite quotes from a library patron. This is part two of a two-part interview.