The Library is Open

In our latest episode of the Library is Open Podcast, we are joined by TWO special guests: Azi Jamalian, CEO of The Giant Room; and Claudette Stockwell, Library Director at the Killingly Public Library ! They are here to talk about the Giant Room's "Remix the Future by & for Youth" FREE program and how you can bring it to your library! Check out The Killingly Public Library's KPL Lit Talks podcast here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1171451

In this episode of The Library is Open Podcast, Jessie and Elise are at ALA Annual 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania!! They talk about their conference highlights, exciting Koha upgrades, Philly adventures, and so much more!! Thank you so much to the ALA Podcast recording crew who helped make this recording possible!!

Join us for Part 2 of our three-part series on ByWater partners that were named as Library Journal Movers and Shakers 2025!In this episode, Meet Jason Homer, the Executive Director of the Worcester Public Library in Massachusetts.Jason shares his unique path to librarianship, his experience leading a library in a rich and vibrant multicultural community, creating a safe space for library staff and users, and so much more! Read more about Jason's achievements in the Library Journal Movers and Shakers piece Learn more about the Wocester Public Library.Reach out to Jason on LinkedIn!!

In this episode of The Library is Open Podcast, we have return guest Brian Pichman and ByWater Aspen Sales Consultant Bill Kessler to talk about all things Computers in Libraries 2025! Brian and Bill both attended and presented at the conference, so we wanted to discuss their key takeaways and highlights from the event.Learn more about our Digital Defense: Strengthening Library Cybersecurity Webinar Series.

In this episode of The Library is Open podcast, we have not one, but TWO fabulous guests: Paul Cuomo and Yonah Levenson!! Paul is a Product Specialist at TDNet and host of The Info-Leaders Podcast. Yonah is aMetadata, Taxonomy, and Asset Management Strategy Consultant; Language Metadata Table Chair and Rutgers DAM Certificate Program Co-Director/Instructor. They will both be co-presenting at this year's Special Library Association conference on "Expanding Horizons and Career Transformations".In this episode, we learn more about Paul and Yonah's careers, discuss alternative career paths and self-marketing tips for information professionals, and get hype for this year's SLA 2025 Conference! You won't want to miss this episode!!! Connect with Yonah on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yonahlevenson/Connect with Paul on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulcuomo/

In this episode of The Library is Open podcast, Bruce Barnet, co-founder of The MindCare Store and SiMPL Technologies, shares his inspiring journey to working with Alzheimer’s and dementia communities. Bruce discusses how his personal experiences and passion for improving the quality of life for those affected by cognitive challenges led him to develop innovative tools and resources tailored to their needs. He highlights some of the key products offered by The MindCare Store, including user-friendly communication devices, memory aids, and tools designed to support caregivers and patients alike. Bruce explains the thoughtful design process behind these solutions, focusing on simplicity, accessibility, and their ability to enhance independence.Additionally, Bruce delves into how libraries across the country have adopted these tools as part of their community engagement efforts. He shares stories of how libraries are leveraging these resources to create dementia-friendly spaces and programs, fostering greater inclusion and support for those living with Alzheimer’s and related conditions.This episode offers valuable insights into the intersection of technology, community, and care, and how libraries can leverage these resources to serve their communities. To learn more about the MindCare store's library resources, visit: https://www.mindcarestore.com/Libraries-s/2199.htm

In this episode of The Library is Open Podcast, we had the joy of talking with Aleisha Amohia, Technical Lead at Catalyst IT at kohacon24!We talk about her experience working with Catalyst IT, what the open source community means to her, and what's to come with kohacon25!!Learn more about Aleisha here: https://www.aleisha.nz/Twitter: @aleishaamohiaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aleishaamohia/Aleisha is a Technical Lead at Catalyst IT, an open source software company, where she started out as an intern in 2014. She is a Victoria University of Wellington graduate with a Bachelor of Science (Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence) and a Bachelor of Commerce (Management and Information Systems).Aleisha Amohia (Te Āti Haunui-a-Pāpārangi) (she/her) is a passionate young advocate for diversity and equity in all spaces, sparked by her experiences as a young Māori-Asian woman in the technology industry.

Guess who's back? Back again? Marshall's back! Marshall Breeding of Library Technology Guides is back on the podcast to discuss all the trends and hot topics of ALA 2024, and recap his Executive Perspectives panel (our very own Nathan Curulla was a panelist!). We also compared our step counts at the conference and our favorite AI tools. Learn more about Marshall's work at librarytechnology.orgJoin us at our FREE virtual Unlocking the Future: AI Innovations in Libraries conference! September 16-17, 2024. Learn more here: https://www.airmeet.com/e/9cd10860-3887-11ef-9cac-83019b5cc2e9