# anticipated (podcasts) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover anticipated. Page: Feed: --- ## [The History of Livingston's Fire Department with Tom Cooney: August 2026](https://soundcloud.com/livingstonpubliclibrary/tom-cooney-august-2026) _2026-08-05 · L-Town Radio_ Joe talks with author, firefighter, and retired detective Tom Cooney about his new book "History Earned: Livingston History Through the Lens of the Volunteer Fire Department." Plus, Hongmei tells us about "Strange Music Day," and Kerri talks about some of the most anticipated new books hitting our shelves in August. [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2375927837-livingstonpubliclibrary-tom-cooney-august-2026.mp3) ## [The Odyssey & Spider-Man: Brand New Day Review | Spoiler-Free | Film Focus #220](https://soundcloud.com/film_focus/double-review-the-odyssey) _2026-08-05 · Film Focus_ In episode 220 of Film Focus, I review Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey and Spider-Man: Brand New Day, two of the year's biggest films. After seeing both movies twice, I'm sharing my spoiler-free thoughts on whether they're worth watching on the big screen. The Odyssey shows Christopher Nolan's bold adaptation of the Greek epic, while Spider-Man: Brand New Day promises a fresh, dramatic and… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2375244641-film_focus-double-review-the-odyssey.mp3) ## [Movie Magic and Mayhem with Joe Dante: July 2026](https://soundcloud.com/livingstonpubliclibrary/joe-dante-july-2026) _2026-07-06 · L-Town Radio_ Joe talks with filmmaker Joe Dante ("Gremlins," "Innerspace," "The 'Burbs") about growing up in Livingston, watching atomic-age monster movies as a kid, and what the success of films like "Obsession" and "Backrooms" means for the future of moviegoing. Plus, Hongmei talks about music to get you in the spirit of the World Cup, and Kerri discusses some of the most anticipated books hitting our… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2353853567-livingstonpubliclibrary-joe-dante-july-2026.mp3) ## [The History of the Horseneck Riots : June 2026](https://soundcloud.com/livingstonpubliclibrary/horseneck-riots-june-2026) _2026-06-05 · L-Town Radio_ Joe tells the story of the Horseneck Riots, an episode of Livingston history that helped pave the way for American independence. Plus, Archana highlights programs on our June calendar commemorating America250, Pride Month, and Juneteenth; Hongmei tells us about Juneteenth events happening around New Jersey this month; and Kerri discusses some of the most anticipated books hitting our shelves in… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2333980301-livingstonpubliclibrary-horseneck-riots-june-2026.mp3) ## [The Mandalorian and Grogu Review](https://soundcloud.com/film_focus/the-mandalorian-and-grogu) _2026-05-26 · Film Focus_ In episode 219 of Film Focus, I review The Mandalorian and Grogu, the next adventure from the Disney+ TV show and the first Star Wars film since 2019. Prior ot this film's release there was a lot of skepticism and concern. Having Star Wars return to the big screen with a sequel to a TV that not everyone has watched? Interesting. Then there was the marketing that didn't do much to sway people who… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2327971676-film_focus-the-mandalorian-and-grogu.mp3) ## [Geeking Out Together with Lu Lynch: May 2026](https://soundcloud.com/livingstonpubliclibrary/may-2026-geeking-out-lu-lynch) _2026-04-30 · L-Town Radio_ Joe talks with Lu Lynch, our new Youth Services Librarian, about how they impacted their library as a middle schooler, how they hope to share their love of manga and Dungeons & Dragons with our young patrons, and how they hope to strengthen community at the library. Plus, Ragini tells us about some of the great new books headed to our shelves in May; Archana fills us in on some of the wonderful… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2312408666-livingstonpubliclibrary-may-2026-geeking-out-lu-lynch.mp3) ## [Super Mario Galaxy Movie Review](https://soundcloud.com/film_focus/super-mario-galaxy-movie) _2026-04-08 · Film Focus_ In episode 218 of Film Focus, I review The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, the sequel to the box office hit of 2023. Going into this, I was cautiously optimistic. While the first film had incredible animation, a fabulous score, and plenty of varied game references, it fell short in terms of story and character development. With this sequel being based on one of my favourite games, Super Mario Galaxy, I… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2298973505-film_focus-super-mario-galaxy-movie.mp3) ## [Bats, Apocalypses, and National Poetry Month: April 2026](https://soundcloud.com/livingstonpubliclibrary/april-2026) _2026-04-02 · L-Town Radio_ Nadia, Amy, Lisa, Nick, and Joe celebrate National Poetry Month by reading poems by Maya Angelou, Stanley Kunitz, Billy Collins, Franny Choi, Linda Hogan, and Robert Miller; plus, Hongmei talks about poetry in music; Archana highlights some of the great programs on our April calendar; and Ragini fills us in on some of the most eagerly-awaited books hitting our shelves this month. [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2295370268-livingstonpubliclibrary-april-2026.mp3) ## [Project Hail Mary Review](https://soundcloud.com/film_focus/project-hail-mary-review) _2026-03-27 · Film Focus_ In episode 217 of Film Focus, I discuss one of my most anticipated films of the year, Project Hail Mary—adapted from Andy Weir's bestselling novel and starring Ryan Gosling. I’ve been looking forward to this adaptation ever since it was first announced, and the early buzz only heightened my enthusiasm. I didn’t manage to watch it until a few days after opening weekend, but I saw it in IMAX and… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2291928590-film_focus-project-hail-mary-review.mp3) ## [Dune Part 3 & Spider-Man: Brand New Day Trailers Are Incredible](https://soundcloud.com/film_focus/dune-part-3-spider-man-brand) _2026-03-20 · Film Focus_ In episode 216 of Film Focus, I review two of the biggest trailers that dropped in March 2026: Dune Part Three and Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Both of these films are in my top five most anticipated of the year, and I have been eager to see some footage for some time. However, I didn't expect to see trailers for both not only within a day of each other but also to be so good and to significantly… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2287535891-film_focus-dune-part-3-spider-man-brand.mp3) ## [Retro Grid Dungeon Crawler (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/sjUUDjgT94nZ) _2026-03-20 · **Sponsored**_ Retro grid movement with first-person combat, loot and skill-tree progression. ## [The Oscars 2026 - My Highlights](https://soundcloud.com/film_focus/my-highlights-fom-the-oscars) _2026-03-16 · Film Focus_ In episode 215 of Film Focus, I recap my highlights from the 98th Academy Awards. I haven't covered the Oscars on this podcast since 2020, probably because I lost interest in nominations and winners from previous years. However, 2025 featured a number of films I enjoyed, and I was curious to see who would win in specific categories, especially for Best Score, Actor, Supporting Actor and Actress,… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2284682288-film_focus-my-highlights-fom-the-oscars.mp3) ## [Hoppers Review](https://soundcloud.com/film_focus/hoppers-review) _2026-03-13 · Film Focus_ In episode 214 of Film Focus, I review Hoppers, Pixar's latest film. I didn't have much hype going into this film. However, having seen a trailer about two weeks before the film and read about the highly positive reviews, I found myself intrigued. So, is this another good entry for Pixar or not? Listen to this spoiler-free review to discover the answer! Theme music by Indi – check out his work:… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2283161990-film_focus-hoppers-review.mp3) ## [Meeting Community Needs with Ragini Lall: March 2026](https://soundcloud.com/livingstonpubliclibrary/ragini-lall-march-2026) _2026-03-07 · L-Town Radio_ Joe talks with our new Adult Services Department Head Ragini Lall about her NJLA award-winning work organizing the library's Special Needs Resource Fair, as well as how her experience in Human Resources prepared her to be a public librarian. Plus, Hongmei talks about recordings that were honored at this year's Grammy Awards; Archana highlights some of the great programs on our March calendar; and… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2279275835-livingstonpubliclibrary-ragini-lall-march-2026.mp3) ## [Double Review - The Day The Earth Blew Up & Goat](https://soundcloud.com/film_focus/double-review-the-day-the) _2026-02-26 · Film Focus_ In Episode 213 of Film Focus, it’s a double bill of animation with The Day The Earth Blew Up and Goat. Both are visually stunning but have very different tones and ambitions. One taps into Looney Tunes nostalgia and chaos, whereas the other attempts to continue Sony Pictures Animation’s hot streak of redefining modern animation. But do they live up to expectations? Here’s my spoiler-free… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2273761430-film_focus-double-review-the-day-the.mp3) ## [Iron Lung Review](https://soundcloud.com/film_focus/iron-lung-review) _2026-02-02 · Film Focus_ In episode 212 of Film Focus, I review 'Iron Lung.' Soon after the release of Return to Silent Hill, another horror game adaptation emerged. This one was produced on a much smaller budget and created by the well-known YouTuber Markipiler. I watched this film without prior knowledge, having only heard about it online a few weeks earlier and not watching any trailers. I was simply eager to discover… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2258727911-film_focus-iron-lung-review.mp3) ## [Making "Makers of History" with Lisa Jenkins: Feb. 2026](https://soundcloud.com/livingstonpubliclibrary/making-makers-of-history-with-lisa-jenkins-feb-2026) _2026-01-29 · L-Town Radio_ Joe talks with Lisa Jenkins of our Youth Services department about her background in developmental psychology, about the moment she knew she wanted to be a public librarian, about her NJLA award-winning "Makers of History" program, and about some of her favorite spooky stories for young readers. Plus, Hongmei talks about music for the Lunar New Year; Archana highlights some of the great programs… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2256692093-livingstonpubliclibrary-making-makers-of-history-with-lisa-jenkins-feb-2026.mp3) ## [Return to Silent Hill Review](https://soundcloud.com/film_focus/return-to-silent-hill-review) _2026-01-26 · Film Focus_ In episode 211 of Film Focus, I review 'Return to Silent Hill.' So we now live in an age where video game adaptations are plentiful, and several of them are actually pretty good, especially on television; however, in film, it's still hit-or-miss, depending on the IP being adapted. With Return to Silent Hill, this is the third attempt to make a film based on the games, and this one is a direct… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2254608278-film_focus-return-to-silent-hill-review.mp3) ## [A Heartwarming Holiday Tale by Freeman Harrison: Dec 2025](https://soundcloud.com/livingstonpubliclibrary/heartwarming-holiday-tale-freeman-harrison-dec-2025) _2025-12-03 · L-Town Radio_ Joe reads "Some Things Never Change," a heartwarming tale of holiday spirit by Livingston historian Freeman Harrison. Plus, Ragini tells us about some of the most anticipated new books hitting our shelves this month, and Hongmei shares some thoughts on Rosalia's new album. [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2223408707-livingstonpubliclibrary-heartwarming-holiday-tale-freeman-harrison-dec-2025.mp3) ## [Intuition and the Artistic Process with Barbara Sax: Nov. 2025](https://soundcloud.com/livingstonpubliclibrary/barbara-sax-nov-2025) _2025-10-29 · L-Town Radio_ Joe talks with Barbara Sax, President of the Arts Council of Livingston, about her career as an art teacher, the roles that emotion and intuition play in her own artistic process, and keeping the creative spirit alive in our community. Plus, Archana highlights some of the fantastic programs scheduled on our November calendar; Hongmei shares some thoughts on Taylor Swift's latest album; and Ragini… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2201793635-livingstonpubliclibrary-barbara-sax-nov-2025.mp3) ## [CLI-first decentralized compute (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/n4Y1r4tleg3p) _2025-10-29 · **Sponsored**_ Run and pay spare GPUs from the CLI — transcode, coinpay (DID+escrow), infernet (AI). ## [Jeff Friedman of Livingston Philanthropies: Oct 2025](https://soundcloud.com/livingstonpubliclibrary/jeff-friedman-livingston-philanthropies-oct-2025) _2025-09-30 · L-Town Radio_ Joe talks with Jeff Friedman about his long & successful career as a TV director / producer, as well as how he serves the community through his organization, Livingston Philanthropies. Plus, Ragini highlights some of the most anticipated new books hitting library shelves this month; Hongmei talks about great music to listen to this fall season; and Archana discusses some of the fantastic programs… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2179588883-livingstonpubliclibrary-jeff-friedman-livingston-philanthropies-oct-2025.mp3)