The Book Drop
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294 episodes
New Title Drop | May 2026
On the latest episode of the New Title Drop, Angela, Melanie and Mark share their favorite kinds of non-fiction reads in a quick conversation before highlighting the must-read titles coming out in May 2026.Check out this month's titles ...
A Sit-Down with The Rock Bottom Remainders at OPL’s Central Library
This week on The Book Drop, OPL is breaking in the brand-new Media Production Room at Central Library with an absolutely incredible guest interview: The Rock Bottom Remainers. Join us for the studio’s debut session (video available on YouTube) ...
An Encore Conversation with B.J. Novak
This week on The Book Drop, Amy and Maggie welcome library friend B.J. Novak (The Office) to help OPL break in the brand-new podcast studio as one of the first remote guests in the new digs. Building on the joy of his visit for the Omaha Public...
Celebrating National Poetry Month with Zedeka Poindexter
This week on The Book Drop, we're joined by Zedeka Poindexter, with Nebraska Writers Collective. for a conversation in honor of National Poetry Month and a preview of the upcoming National Youth Poet Laureate Commencement.All the books...
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
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
The Sound of Omaha: From 311 to Today’s Next Big Thing
This week on The Book Drop, we’re happy to have back a true fan favorite, David Dick, assistant branch manager at Downtown Branch. We’re using the upcoming 311 Day as a springboard to reminisce about Omaha’s music scene and celebrate the thrivi...
New Title Drop | March 2026
This month on New Title Drop, Angela and Melanie swap moving stories, both memorable and challenging, while OPL staff gear up for the exciting transition to the new Central Library.Check out this month's titles and place
100 Years of Stamp Collecting with the Omaha Philatelic Society
This week on The Book Drop, OPL’s podcast, we are delighted to welcome Collection Processing Manager, Ben Brick, back to the show. Ben joins Amy and Maggie to highlight the most historic of hobbies: stamp collecting. In honor of the centennial ...
Getting Ready to Move Into Central Library
We’re talking about the brand-new Omaha Public Library Central Library that is weeks away from opening, April 19, 2026. We’ve gathered some incredible behind-the-scenes insights from the librarians, architects, and community leaders who are bri...
Reading Challenge: Read a Love Story
Happy Valentine’s Day. In this episode of The Book Drop, Amy and Maggie are joined by Grace Trembath, recently selected as Assistant Branch Manager for the Central Library team, for a conversation on love stories!This episode is your co...
Takeover with 1st Sky Omaha for Black History Month 2026
This week on The Book Drop, we’re turning the show over to 1st Sky Omaha in the Morning for a full-on takeover with Paul B. Allen and Buddi3 Da Gawd. They dive into Black literacy during Black History Month, the excitement around Omaha Public L...
New Title Drop | February 2026
On the latest episode of the new title drop, Angela and Melanie discuss what they love about the Winter Olympics before getting into their book recs for February 2026.Check out this month's titles and place holds
News Literacy Week and Student Journalism with Westside’s Lance
This week on The Book Drop, we dive into News Literacy Week with special guest Daniel Vanourney, Lance staff member and circulation manager for The Lance, Westside High School’s student-run print publication. Together, we explore the importance...
Reading Challenge: Read a Book to Boost Your Happiness
This week on The Book Drop, your hosts Amy and Maggie are joined by Learning Librarian Emily Beasley to kick off the Reading Challenge with a discussion on the theme to read a book to boost your happiness! Emily submitted the theme idea, which ...
Best of 2025: Unforgettable Conversations with OPL
This week on The Book Drop, we’re looking back at some of our favorite moments here on The Book Drop. We had some great guests, delightful book recommendations and meaningful conversations!All the books and resources we talk about in th...
New Title Drop | January 2026
Happy New Year! On the latest episode of the new title drop, Angela and Melanie discuss new year reading goals and what’s actually working, or not working, when it comes to building better reading habits. Check out this month's titles a...
229. 2025 Reading Reflections and Predictions
This week on The Book Drop, we’re taking a year-in-review look at book trends, favorite reads, and what we think is coming next. We’re joined by Carl Erickson from The Bookworm and Shelby Janke from the Papillion Public Library as we break down...
228. Reading Challenge: Read a Book in the Cozy Subgenre
This week on The Book Drop, we’re talking about books that fit AND EVEN stretch the final reading challenge theme of the year to read a book in the cozy subgenre, while exploring why “cozy” means something different to every reader. All...
227. A Closer Look at Do Space inside OPL's new Central Library
This week on The Book Drop, we take a behind-the-scenes look at the technology powering the new Central Library’s creator space and highlight how everyone from young learners to seasoned makers can bring their ideas to life!All the book...
226. Adventurers Welcome: Discovering D&D at the Library with OPL
This week on The Book Drop, we take you into the world of Dungeons and Dragons with special guests who guide us, like true DMs, through the storytelling and player-driven adventure that is at the heart of the game! THIS IS THE BOOK DROP.