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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2012 Seattle Reads Amy Waldman, May 4
Amy Waldman's acclaimed debut novel asks hard questions about the American values of tolerance, diversity, and community. Amy discusses "The Submission" at the Central Library as part of Seattle Reads. Recorded on May 4, 2012.
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2012 Seattle Reads - Book-It Repertory Theatre staged readings from 'The Submission'
Book-It Repertory Theatre presents staged readings from Amy Waldman's "The Submission," adapted by Rachel Atkins and directed by Book-It director of touring, Annie Lareau. -
Sydney Dobson, April 25
Sydney Dobson shows images and describes the process of developing the Oklahoma City Memorial. -
Julia Alvarez, April 20
Julia Alvarez talks about her travel memoir "A Wedding in Haiti" that details trips to Haiti, to attend her young friend Piti's wedding and later to see if the family survived the earthquake. -
Sa'ad Ansari, April 12
Sa'ad Ansari and Steve Scher, host of KUOW's "Weekday," for an onstage conversation about Park51 Community Center. In 2010, plans for this Islamic community center two blocks from ground zero exploded into controversy. -
Judy D. Simon, April 4
Judy D. Simon, April 4
You don't have to spend your entire budget to eat healthy foods -- get tips on how to buy good-for-you foods on a tight budget. Judy D. Simon, a dietitian & nutritionist at the UW Medical Center, gives practical and nutritional tips that stretch your pocket book and expand your healthy food choices. -
Daniel Okrent, April 2
Daniel Okrent, April 2
The 2012 A. Scott Bullitt Lecture in American History. Historian and journalist Daniel Okrent discusses "Last Call: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition" onstage with KUOW Public Radio's Steve Scher. -
Douglas Adkins, March 28
Douglas Adkins explores the history of Dorade, the most famous ocean racing yacht in the world. -
Geoff Dyer, March 16
Geoff Dyer explores the mysteries of a film that has haunted him ever since he saw it 30 years ago. -
Jodi Picoult, March 8
New York Times bestselling novelist Jodi Picoult reads from her newest novel, "Lone Wolf" -- a taut, engrossing family drama exploring ethical dilemmas.