We can't believe it's here, but it is! Our last episode. We wanted to thank everyone for listening over these past 5-6 years. We hope you found some cool stuff from our recommendations and hope to see you around the library.Oleh Michelle Snyder & Jacob Maracle

With Michelle just coming back from traveling, it seemed like a perfect time to talk about favorite foreign films!The Secret in Their Eyes (DVD)- https://shorturl.at/AFMN2The Secret in Their Eyes (BLU-RAY)- https://shorturl.at/ksCHMOldboy (DVD)- https://shorturl.at/lTVY2Oldboy (BLU-RAY)- https://shorturl.at/hiPUXRun Lola Run (DVD)- https://shorturl…

Is there anything more fun than prison-break movies? Michelle and Jacob don't think so, so today they discuss their favorite prison escape movies.The Great Escape (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3nl5SIKFace/Off (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3VdNQ7UFace/Off (BLU-RAY)- https://bit.ly/3HlclKJThe Shawshank Redemption (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3AIZ4HXThe Shawshank Redemption…

Michelle & Jacob are grooving in this new episode!Daisy Jones and the Six (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/40bwERcA Visit from the Goon Squad (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3N1rR2bBel Canto (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3L15k43Reservation Blues (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3GLRorXUtopia Avenue (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/43vyuiWKill Your Friends (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3zX0rT0Mary Jan…

We've been living, to one degree or another, in the wake of school shootings, whether we've experienced them directly or not. Movies help us understand what happens around us, so today Michelle & Jacob discuss films that try to capture that experience and understand the survivors.Bowling for Columbine (DVD)- https://bit.ly/40tolBcElephant (DVD)- ht…

Enjoy this St. Patrick's Day episode where Michelle & Jacob discuss some of their favorite Irish movies.The Banshees of Inisherin (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3yIw5TLThe Banshees of Inisherin (BLU_RAY)- https://bit.ly/3yGUby6Seven Psychopaths (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3yL6GJkSeven Psychopaths (BLU-RAY)- https://bit.ly/3Lx7tVEOnce (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3lh9nir…

After the terrible February 3rd derailment of a Norfolk Southern train which spilled toxic chemicals into the soil, water, & air, Michelle and Jacob started thinking about other man-made disasters that have occured over time, and movies that make up their own realistic stories! Paradise Falls: The True Story of an Environmental Catastrophe (BOOK)-h…

In celebration of Black History Month, Michelle & Jacob have gathered a broad sampling of books by Black authors hitting shelves in 2023! So now you'll have books to read for the year to come!The Survivalists (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3I5YFTwDriving the Green Book: A Road Trip Through the Living History of Black Resistance (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3I5bw…

Interstellar (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3HSvsMTInterstellar (BLU-RAY)- https://bit.ly/3HV5AQoStar Trek: Beyond (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3DIjJhlStar Trek: Beyond (BLU-RAY)- https://bit.ly/3l9mTEvAd Astra (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3HACchbAd Astra (BLU-RAY)- https://bit.ly/3JEJfrtThe Black Hole (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3RDE90LArrival (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3Yf3e4sArr…

After loving the strange, absurd, and super enjoyable The Menu, Michelle & Jacob reflect on some of the stellar Ralph Fiennes performances.The Menu (DVD)- https://bit.ly/41tT2qgThe Menu (BLU-RAY)- https://bit.ly/3mt7obDSchindler's List (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3Hh2iXgSchindler's List (BLU-RAY)- https://bit.ly/3J1dl8rThe Prince of Egypt (DVD)- https://…

Goodbye 2022, Hello 2023! As a farewell gift, Michelle & Jacob talk about their favorite movies from 2022 and Michelle's favorite fiction and non-fiction books that she read in 2022.Everything Everywhere All At Once (DVD)- shorturl.at/mxFGNEverything Everywhere All At Once (BLU-RAY)- shorturl.at/py057Properties of Thirst (BOOK)- shorturl.at/AJT16Th…

Jacob is out with Covid this week, so we're replaying one of our favorites. Since Christmas isn't always about the mistletoe and holiday cheer. So check out these, sort-of Christmas, not really Christmas films at the library today.Edward Scissorhands (DVD)- goo.gl/wm9BwfEdward Scissorhands (BLU-RAY)- goo.gl/pY9AARL.A. Confidential (DVD)- goo.gl/c6U…

Thanksgiving is over and Christmas is right around the corner. Who put these holidays so darn close together?! It's a lot of family time and dinner parties and maybe some airing of the grievances so let these movies help prepare you!Coherence (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3GX8Pa1Guess Who's Coming to Dinner (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3ER3uhHGuess Who's Coming t…

To celebrate Native American Heritage Month by enjoying these books by or about Indigenous people.Calling for a Blanket Dance (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3TJxNfBWe Are the Middle of Forever: Indigenous Voices from Turtle Island on the Changing Earth (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3UDGpqmIn the Spirit of Crazy Horse: The Story of Leonard Peltier and the FBI's Wa…

With the midterms happening this week, Michelle & Jacob replay a past episode about movies and books you should watch and read to get into the spirit. And then...GO VOTE!Game Change (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3T28t4qGame Change (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3T52xrlGame Change (BLU-RAY)- https://bit.ly/3FMfVNVThe Campaign (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3U27PFmThe Campai…

There are many kinds of scary stories and today Michelle & Jacob are bringing you some that are a call back to some of the best classics!Black Mouth (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3Tn0EXUDracula (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3CSl04iDracul (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3yZNubbThe Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3yYDcI8Fledgling (BOOK…

With the terrible and historic climate change disasters happening around the world, Michelle & Jacob talk about why people turn to disaster films and which are the most compelling ones you should watch.The Wave (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3RSlHjGVolcano (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3eaiLRDTwister (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3RGbCGdTwister (BLU-RAY)- https://bit.ly/3S…

September 15th to October 15th marks Hispanic Heritage Month! On this episode Michelle & Jacob talk about some books and films you should check out.More Than You'll Ever Know (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3dyxaXrCity of God (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3xJ0scCCity of God (BLU-RAY)- https://bit.ly/3CbulFnSolito (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3xH9WoYLa Llorona (DVD)- http…

With the Queen's recent passing, Michelle & Jacob are sharing an old episode where they got very royal.Elizabeth the Queen: The Life of a Modern Monarch (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3xb08DmQueen of Our Times: The Life of Queen Elizabeth II (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3x7NTHyThe Crown: The Complete Season One (DVD)- bit.ly/2HcqVWkThe Crown: The Complete Season…

Could this be the most difficult Emmy's to decide? With some amazing shows and performances this year, Michelle & Jacob talk about their favorite shows and the ones you need to check out!Severance: Season 1 (CURRENTLY STREAMING APPLE TV)Better Call Saul: Season 1 (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3TnAqoKSuccession: Season 1 (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3wxe3DnOzark (…

As we watch the season slowly start to change, Michelle & Jacob talk about books with the season in the title!Damnation Spring (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3pdHiqzBilly Summers (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3bOITQPThe Winter of the Witch (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3QqAKB1Summer Sons (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3JOizTnProdigal Summer (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3JTvxPWThe Aut…

200 EPISODES! It hardly seems possible that Michelle & Jacob have been hosting this show for so long, but here we are! Today they are talking about some of their favorite movies that have big anniversaries this year as well.Django Unchained (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3S7lHxmDjango Unchained (BLU-RAY)- https://bit.ly/3vo7thYCandyman (DVD)- https://bit.ly…

With Toys R Us making another comeback, Michelle and Jacob talk about some of the best films featuring real toys, talking toys, or the ones based on our favorite childhood toys.Oleh Michelle Snyder & Jacob Maracle

We know you might feel aimless after binging season 4 of Stranger Things, but no worry! Michelle & Jacob are here to recommend shows that have a similar feel to help you make it to season 5!Stranger Things: Season One (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3nO4cEpBlack Mirror (STREAMING ON NETFLIX)Twin Peaks: Season One (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3c5gtlqI Am Not Okay Wi…

The summer solstice just happened so it's officially summer, and for those under 18, that means it's almost time to be done with school! In this episode Michelle & Jacob talk about the best movies that capture that end-of-school feeling, and some of our favorite school films in general.Lady Bird (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3xLGTQhLady Bird (BLU-RAY)- htt…

There’s no place like a diner and today Michelle & Jacob are talking about some of the best diner scenes in crime films!Pulp Fiction (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3MW9cRxPulp Fiction (BLU-RAY)- https://bit.ly/3xrk97UThe Big Lebowski (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3zHLhT0The Big Lebowski (BLU-RAY)- https://bit.ly/3HuZlBdA History of Violence (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3O…

Visibility is one of the most crucial needs of the queer community, and reading books about gay history, with gay stories, or by gay authors helps the LGBTQ community be seen! Today Michelle & Jacob talk about some classic and new book to help you celebrate Pride. Grab from your library today!The Stonewall Reader (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/39efZIwOur C…

With Michelle just back in town from her partly desert getaway, she can't help but wanna keep that start environment in her head and in yours! Today Michelle & Jacob talk about books and film that take place in the desert.Tracks: A Woman's Solo Trek Across 1700 Miles of Australian Outback (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/38GXBaSTracks (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3…

In the U.S., May is the month when we shine a light on the heritage, history and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. Don't limit yourself to one month when reading books by AAPI writers, but do start this month!To Paradise (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/39JITQvPortrait of a Thief (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/37EzNUxImmortal King Rao (BOOK)- h…

Everyone is talking about the leaked Supreme Court draft looking to overturn Roe v. Wade. Today, Michelle & Jacob talk about the significance of the landmark court case, and how abortion in film has changed over time.Never Rarely Sometimes Always (DVD)- bit.ly/3yd4GKIJuno (DVD)- bit.ly/3vOnYEMGrandma (DVD)- bit.ly/3ygberXGrandma (BLU-RAY)- bit.ly/3…

Today Jacob and Michelle escape from "fake spring" with some speculative fiction! Sea of Tranquility (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3w9XBInTender is the Flesh (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3y4l4grSilver in the Wood (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3LuKbwIHummingbird Salamander (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3rX7RCeTears of the Trufflepig (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/39hFGY9Zero Sum Game…

Earth Day is an annual event celebrated on April 22 to demonstrate support for environmental protection. Today Michelle & Jacob discuss books that could help you discover routines that are healthier for you and more sustainable for our earth!How to Prepare for Climate Chang : A Practical Guide to Surviving the Chaos (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3L6BkB8Ho…

It's supposed to be spring, but we are all still freezing and dreaming of warmer days. With Jacob just coming back from his beach vacation, Michelle decided to live vicariously though him and talk about their favorite beach movies!The Endless Summer (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3NENdQ8Summer Rental (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3tvc2GlJaws (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3…

Michelle had the wonderful opportunity to interview author, Amanda Oliver about her new book, OVERDUE: Reckoning with the Public Library, discussing who are libraries for, how have they evolved, and why do they fill so many roles in our society today?Overdue: A Reckoning with the Public Library (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/38aVP13300 Arguments (BOOK)- ht…

With Jane Goodall's 88th birthday approaching, Michelle & Jacob discuss her astonishing work with chimps, and some of the most amazing films that have shown us wildlife up close.Jane (DVD)- https://bit.ly/36om9EtA Book of Hope: A Survival Guide for Trying Times (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3D8WWKaGorillas in the Mist (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3LhJmHnGorillas…

Today Michelle & Jacob talk about some of the favorite books of our favorite actors that YOU can have in common with them! A Story Like the Wind (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3qgjovKA Far Off Place (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/3tn4KovThe Plague (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/36elEfY1984 (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/36qHcpxBetween the World and Me (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/34XG4…

March is Women's History Month, dedicated to the study, observance, and celebration of the vital role of women in history. Today Michelle & Jacob discuss some histories and biographies that will help you dig in deep to the topic.Madame Fourcade's Secret War: The Daring Young Woman Who Led France's Largest Spy Network Against Hitler (BOOK)- https://…

Reading about the Ukraine-Russia conflict, and the amazing leadership of Volodymry Zelenskyy has inspired Michelle & Jacob to talk about the greatest leaders and heroes in film.Gladiator (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3sCFkTeGladiator (BLU-RAY)- https://bit.ly/3tuc7JhTroy (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3Kc00r3Troy (BLU-RAY)- https://bit.ly/3pyNHxmCrouching Tiger, Hi…

As we approach the end of Black History Month this year, it's important to stress that honoring Black LGBTQ lives and their contributions to our collective freedom goes beyond 28 days and should be a year long celebration! Today we recognize Black LGBTQ films available from your library.The Color Purple (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3JU2hr0The Color Purple…

We were saddened to learn that Ivan Reitman died after having created some of our favorite childhood comedies. On today's episode, we pay tribute to the talented director and producer.Ghostbusters (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3I09mFVGhostbusters: Afterlife (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3gQXSITDave (DVD)- https://bit.ly/355CsotTwins (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3oY6jX4St…

With two real life couples nominated for Oscars in 2022, Michelle & Jacob look back at some other real life loves that shared in the prestigious tradition. The Power of the Dog (CURRENTLY STREAMING NETFLIX)A Woman Under the Influence (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3GGB5d6Parallel Mothers (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3tplOcLBeing the Ricardos (CURRENTLY STREAMING P…

February 1, 2022 is the most important day in the Chinese calendar with the start of the Lunar New Year! On today's episode, Michelle & Jacob get into the spirit by sharing some books that will help you understand Chinese Heritage more so you can put on your red clothes and celebrate alongside!How Much of These Hills Is Gold (BOOK)- https://bit.ly/…

It's incredibly to imagine your favorite films with some other actor cast as the lead, but that's what Michelle & Jacob are forcing you to do today! They talk about some of the most iconic roles that almost went to someone else!Titanic (DVD)- https://bit.ly/34diR5mTitanic (BLU-RAY)- https://bit.ly/3nYYY9pClueless (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3AzlwTeCluele…

Michelle & Jacob watched The Tragedy of Macbeth and need to talk about it! Plus, some of their favorite Denzel Washington filmsThe Tragedy of Macbeth (CURRENTLY STREAMING APPLE.TV)Training Day (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3rEaXKiTraining Day (BLU-RAY)- https://bit.ly/3GQ89jLVirtuosity (DVD)- https://bit.ly/33Gi7psAmerican Gangster (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3r…

Since there have been so many new stories lately about court cases, Michelle & Jacob talk about their favorite lawyers in film.My Cousin Vinny (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3qng7ejGhosts of Mississippi (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3fiHv72Erin Brockovich (DVD)- https://bit.ly/338VjicThe Conspirator (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3rfdtXnTo Kill a Mockingbird (DVD)- https://…

It was a rough year for all of us and movies as well. But check out Michelle & Jacob's favorites for 2021.Don't Look Up (CURRENTLY STREAMING NETFLIX)The Power of the Dog (CURRENTLY STREAMING NETFLIX)Summer Of Soul ...Or, When The Revolution Could Not Be Televised (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3Er0J60Yellowstone: Season One (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3zyKcKWLIST…

2021 is too weird a year for standard holiday movies. So we're going gory! Today Michelle & Jacob talk about their favorite Christmas-horror movies!Better Watch Out (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3dW5sAeKrampus (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3e048MOThe Lodge (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3INrTpAJack Frost (DVD)- https://bit.ly/30wfXr0Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale (DVD)- ht…

A repeat of our NYC episode while Michelle is out enjoying the skyline.Ghostbusters (DVD)- bit.ly/2TunrU6Ghostbusters (BLU-RAY)- bit.ly/399629REscape From New York (DVD)- bit.ly/2I4z1QmTaxi Driver (DVD)- bit.ly/3ciN7vtTaxi Driver (BLU-RAY)- bit.ly/3cjNyW2The Devil Wears Prada (DVD)- bit.ly/397Ds8NWhen Harry Met Sally (DVD)- bit.ly/2vniaFyThe Deuce:…

As Michelle heads to NYC to watch The Tina Turner musical, she started thinking about all the great actors who have played our favorite musicians over the years. Check out some of your favorite music biopics from the library today!What's Love Got to Do with It? (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3EheTWASelena (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3ruhAjXI'm Not There (DVD)- ht…

One of Michelle & Jacob's favorite actors, they discuss some of their favorite & weird, Jake Gyllenhaal films!The Guilty (CURRENTLY STREAMING NETFLIX)Donnie Darko (DVD)- https://bit.ly/30JbvW3Donne Darko (BLU-RAY)- https://bit.ly/3npO9NDVelvet Buzzsaw (CURRENTLY STREAMING NETFLIX)Brokeback Mountain (DVD)- https://bit.ly/3nw92GQZodiac (DVD)- https:/…