The Book Drop
The Book Drop is a weekly podcast from Omaha Public Library about books, our community and the joy of reading.
Podcasting since 2020 • 290 episodes
The Book Drop
Latest Episodes
New Title Drop | April 2026
On the latest episode of the new title drop, Angela and Melanie are joined by another member of OPL’s Collection Development team, Mark. Check out this month's titles and place holds
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Reading Challenge: Read a book about writers or writing
This week on The Book Drop, we're joined by Megan Simonich, library specialist, to discuss our latest reading challenge theme to read a book about writers or writing.All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found...
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Season 7
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Episode 241
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51:21
Learning Together, Your OPL Team Gets Ready for Central Library
This week on The Book Drop, get a "fly-on-the-wall" listen as OPL staff gather to train on the technology at the new Central Library. From geeking out over 3D printers and Glowforges to answering your big questions about parking, these candid c...
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Season 7
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Episode 240
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31:12
Reading Challenge: Read a Book About an Immigrant’s Experience
This week on The Book Drop, we're joined by Angela Fernandez, Collection Development Librarian and co-host of Libroteca and New Title Drop, to discuss our latest Reading Challenge: Read a book about an immigrant’s experience.All the boo...
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Season 7
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Episode 239
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43:36
The Legacy of Carnegie Libraries with Nicole Blackstock
This week on The Book Drop, we visit with public historian Nicole Blackstock, whose new podcast Rooted in the Plains explores Great Plains history through narrative storytelling. In this episode, Nicole dives into Nebraska’s Carnegie libraries ...
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Season 7
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Episode 238
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52:49