Welcome to your new favorite podcast, In The Stacks, where the worlds of literature, pop culture and community converge. We're thrilled to embark on this journey with you, exploring the stories that shape our lives and the voices that inspire change. From the latest must-read books to the cultural moments everyone's talking about, we're here to dive deep into conversations that matter.
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It's time to explore the "why" behind the stories as we sit down with graphic novelist Mike Cavallaro. In this fascinating conversation, Mike shares insights into Eowulf, reflects on his family roots in Calabria, Italy, discusses his musical background and much more. It’s a rewarding journey of discovery as we uncover how great comics create spaces for engagement and a little magic along the…
A kind heart is a universal language! Join us as we sit down with mentor, social worker, and CEO of SEPA Mujer, Inc., Martha Maffei. In this inspiring conversation, Martha reflects on her leadership journey, shares the accomplishments that have shaped her career and discusses her commitment to building a stronger, more inclusive community. Learn how she continues to expand SEPA Mujer’s mission…
Listeners, get ready for a conversation that will stay with you long after the final page. This week, we welcome wife, mother, native Texan and bestselling author Sarah Damoff! We dive into the forces that shape us, the ingredients of good and evil and the lasting impact of love, loss and family. Plus, Sarah shares insights into her acclaimed novels, The Bright Years and The Burning Side. So…
From Huntington’s official town flag to its 20 historic cemeteries, Huntington is full of surprises. In this episode, Huntington Town Historian Robert Hughes shares fascinating insights on liberty, Bloomberg Connects, and preserving our community’s rich past. Celebrate Huntington’s Independence Day and see how local history and libraries go hand in hand…In The Stacks!
Step out of the box and discover the power of paying attention to the little things as we sit down with acclaimed film producer and author Dete Meserve. In this inspiring conversation, Dete shares how the best ideas come from opening doors and reveals the importance of curiosity, joy and positivity in everyday life. It’s time to step into the “quiet zone” and experience the simplicity and clarity…
Never stop turning pages—even if it takes more than 6-seconds - because you never know where the next chapter will take you. YA author Lyssa Mia Smith joins us for a conversation that bounces from literary trends, lightning‑round laughs and a quick game of Kiss, Marry, Kill. From how Twilight reshaped (and arguably invented) the modern YA market to the ripple effects of BookTok, Lyssa brings big…
Once upon a time, there was a Mets‑loving Congressman from New York who went on to become an author—and then opened an independent bookstore called Theodore’s Bookshop. On this episode, we welcome self‑proclaimed history nerd Steve Israel. Steve shares his top five book recommendations for reclaiming critical thinking and unpacks the amygdala. Hold your values tightly, but your ideas…
Never stop learning! Go strike up a conversation with your neighbor—or even the person at the deli counter—as we sit down with our F.I.G. (Friend in Government), Assemblyman Kwani B. O’Pharrow. From movies and the “EPCOT of Long Island” to first‑year highlights in office and Capital Grille’s Chilean Sea Bass, we put the Assemblyman to the test. It takes a village—and teamwork—In The Stacks!
Get curious—because what you think the thing is… isn’t always the thing! We’re Makin’ It Healthy today with wellness coach and cookbook author Geetu Makin. Tune in to learn what really happens when you grab that Snickers bar, why “organic” doesn’t automatically mean “healthy” and the essential pantry staples every household should have on hand. We may not all get the same things, but eventually we…
Every day is different, and today we’re thrilled to sit down with New York State Senator Monica Martinez! She shares insights on the importance of Shannon’s Law, the future of veteran healthcare, and the professor who changed her life’s direction. Join us as we look for the light at the end of the tunnel—because it’s all happening In the Stacks!
Class is in session… Suffolk County Legislator Rebecca Sanin is here! Sustainability, thinking differently to uncover root causes, empathy and integrating work with life. Turn up the volume in your head… it’s time to welcome the female version of Billy Joel to In The Stacks!
It’s time to show up! We are as pleased as punch to have Madeline Quintyne-McConney, President of the Suffolk County Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women! We talk about the importance of advocacy, mentoring today’s young women, equity in the workforce and grandkids! All we need is love because it’s all In The Stacks!
Do you want to be in the room where it happens? Grab the ramen noodles, today’s episode is with Suffolk County Legislature Minority Leader Jason Richberg! Parenting, work ethics, the path to happiness, his Youth Leadership Caucus, the 12-hour playlist and newsflash, your doctor got an F in school …it's all In The Stacks!
Today's episode is with New York State Assemblyman and HHHCL patron, Steve Stern! A conversation about water sustainability, which era he would love to be a politician during, and most importantly, his aspiration of being Deputy Supervisor of the Stern House. It's all In The Stacks!
Joe talks to Samantha Calandrino, Volunteer & Community Outreach Coordinator at the Long Island State Veterans Home.
|| July 2025 || Laura, Joe, & Karissa discuss the new Devil May Cry animated series.
|| June 2025 || Laura & Joe discuss Strange Pictures by the mysterious Uketsu.
|| May 2025 || Laura and Karissa discuss Makoto Shinkai's Suzume.
|| April 2025 || Beyond the stacks and on to the internet. Joe & Karissa discuss free library resources (Libby, Kanopy, etc.), movies, and the future of streaming!
|| January 2025 || Zack & Karissa talk about The Women by Kristen Hannah.
Wishtree
Vacationland
Four Perfect Pebbles
Beyond the Bright Sea
All The Way to Havana
After The Fall
Behold The Dreamers
Spaceman
The World Broke In Two
The Rent Collector
A Visit From the Goon Squad
Storied Life of A.J. Fikry
Two Family House
The Other Einstein
The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry
Boy Called BAT
Explorers
American Nations
Lemons
Homo Deus
The One and Only Ivan
Rosie Project
Book of Joan
Lafayette in the Somewhat United States
Big Little Lies
Inside the O'Briens
Vampires in the Lemon Grove
Dead Wake
The Nightingale
Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close
