Shush! with Debi - Puyallup Library Podcast

Shush! with Debi - Puyallup Library Podcast Episode 20

Episode 20: Retired Union Rep and History Buff William "Bill" Johnston
Puyallup Public Library's Outreach Coordinator, Debi, speaks with retired union rep and history buff William "Bill" Johnston.
Bill recounts fascinating tales of his father's history in World War II, sharing letters written while he was stationed on a minesweeping vessel. He discusses his long ties to the Tacoma and Puyallup areas and his many years spent as a union rep. In his retirement, Bill works as an usher at the State Fair and he recalls colorful anecdotes about people watching.
To learn more about the Washington State Historical Society, mentioned in this podcast, click the link below:
https://www.washingtonhistory.org/

Shush! with Debi - Puyallup Library Podcast Episode 19

Episode 19: Retired Librarian and Teach Karen Chapman
Puyallup Public Library's Outreach Coordinator, Debi, speaks with retired librarian and teacher Karen Chapman.
Karen shares tales of growing up in the 1930s and 40s, attending a one-room school house, and childhood shenanigans. She fondly remembers the people who inspired her to become both a librarian and a teacher and a career dedicated to schools in the Puyallup area and support of the Puyallup Fair.
Learn more about careers with Puyallup Schools here:
https://www.puyallupsd.org/careers

Shush! with Debi - Puyallup Library Podcast Episode 18

Episode 18: Puyallup School District Social Worker Jane Upshaw
Puyallup Public Library's Outreach Coordinator, Debi, speaks with Puyallup School District Social Worker Jane Upshaw.
Jane talks about her family and community ties to the Puyallup area, discusses the virtues of patience and listening, and shares her experiences finding purpose in lifting up others.

Shush! with Debi - Puyallup Library Podcast Episode 17

Episode 17: Honorable Judge Andrea Beall, Puyallup Municipal Court
Puyallup Public Library's Outreach Coordinator, Debi, speaks with Honorable Judge Andrea Beall, Presiding Judge for Puyallup Municipal Court.
Judge Beall describes her journey from lawyer to judge and shares stories of family, her time in the Puyallup area, and her favorite book.
After the main interview, stay tuned for a fun chat with Library Assistant Emily, who dishes about her adorable cats and shares several of her favorite reads for fantasy and sci-fi enthusiasts.
Learn more about Puyallup Municipal Court:
https://www.cityofpuyallup.org/558/Court

Shush! with Debi - Puyallup Library Podcast Episode 16

Episode 16: Heritage Quest Library Volunteer Gordon Chisholm
Puyallup Public Library's Outreach Coordinator, Debi, speaks with Gordon Chisholm, volunteer for the Heritage Quest Research Library in Puyallup.
Gordon tells stories from his family's military history, discusses the importance of truth, and shares the harrowing trials and tribulations of the Heritage Quest Research Library over the years. Heritage Quest is a genealogical reference center where anyone can search through over 16,000 printed materials, access heritage databases, and receive live assistance from experienced researchers in discovering your own family history. It's conveniently located near downtown Puyallup, in the Wanna Cupcake Bakery plaza, at:
2102 E Main Ave #105, Puyallup, WA 98372
Learn more at: https://www.hqrl.com or by calling (253) 863-1806

Shush! with Debi - Puyallup Library Podcast Episode 15

Episode 15: Puyallup Community Planning Specialist Michelle Price
Puyallup Public Library's Outreach Coordinator, Debi, speaks with Michelle Price, former Community Planning Specialist in Emergency Management for the City of Puyallup.
Michelle shares fascinating stories of the experiences that shaped her life, including spending 10 years in India. She draws connections between lessons learned overseas and at home in Puyallup. Michelle's bright outlook and aspirations for the community offer hope for the future.

Shush! with Debi - Puyallup Library Podcast Episode 14

Episode 14: Friends of the Puyallup Public Library President Kathy Warren
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

Shush! with Debi - Puyallup Library Podcast Episode 13

Episode 13: Seattle Fashion Designer Dan McLean
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

Shush! with Debi - Puyallup Library Podcast Episode 12

Episode 12: Puyallup Library Services Manager Aleya Stone
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.

Shush! with Debi - Puyallup Library Podcast Episode 11

Episode 11: Author and Historian Candace Wellman
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.