Episodes

Friday Nov 04, 2022
Friday Nov 04, 2022
This is a bonus episode of Check it Out! the Carnegie-Stout Public Library podcast. Do you have questions or comments? Let us know at yourlibrarian@carnegiestout.org
In this episode, Ben interviews local musician Ty Bailey. Bailey's original music is grounded in a bluesy garage-rock sound, but pulls from a variety of influences. In this interview he talks about his musical background, current projects, his experience playing with the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra, and more.
You can subscribe to Carnegie-Stout’s Check It Out! Podcast on most podcast services, including Apple Podcasts and Pandora. Learn more: https://carnegiestout.org/podcast

Friday Jun 24, 2022
Friday Jun 24, 2022
This is a bonus episode of Check it Out! the Carnegie-Stout Public Library podcast. Do you have questions or comments? Let us know at yourlibrarian@carnegiestout.org
In this bonus episode, Ben interviews local musician Brion Bowman. Brion is a trained pianist, singer, and songwriter influenced strongly by classic soul and jazz. In the interview, he talks about his passion and drive to create music, his influences and education path, and his mission to support himself doing what he loves.
You can subscribe to Carnegie-Stout’s Check It Out! Podcast on most podcast services, including Apple Podcasts and Pandora. Learn more: https://carnegiestout.org/podcast

Friday Jun 03, 2022
Summer Reading at Carnegie-Stout: Check it Out! C-SPL Ep. 31
Friday Jun 03, 2022
Friday Jun 03, 2022
This is the thirty-first episode of Check it Out! the Carnegie-Stout Public Library podcast. Do you have questions or comments? Let us know at yourlibrarian@carnegiestout.org
Read beyond the beaten path! Get ready for Summer Reading 2022 at Carnegie-Stout Public Library with prizes, activities, events, and the library’s new Nature Exploration Packs. There’s fun for all ages! New this year, adults can track their Summer Reading progress with the Beanstack app: http://dubuque.beanstack.org
We'd love to hear about the books, movies, and library activities you’ve been enjoying! Record a short audio file with your thoughts and email it to yourlibrarian@carnegiestout.org for use in a future podcast.
You can subscribe to Carnegie-Stout’s Check It Out! Podcast on most podcast services, including Apple Podcasts and Pandora. Learn more: https://carnegiestout.org/podcast

Friday May 06, 2022
Own Voices and Upcoming Programs: Check it Out! C-SPL Ep. 30
Friday May 06, 2022
Friday May 06, 2022
This is the thirtieth episode of Check it Out! the Carnegie-Stout Public Library podcast. Do you have questions or comments? Let us know at yourlibrarian@carnegiestout.org
In this episode, Becky shares own voices reading suggestions from Autism Awareness month and Sarah gives a quick overview of some of the upcoming programs and events happening at Carnegie-Stout.
We'd love to hear about the books, movies, and library activities you’ve been enjoying! Record a short audio file with your thoughts and email it to yourlibrarian@carnegiestout.org for use in a future podcast.
You can subscribe to Carnegie-Stout’s Check It Out! Podcast on most podcast services, including Apple Podcasts and Pandora. Learn more: https://carnegiestout.org/podcast

Friday Apr 22, 2022
Friday Apr 22, 2022
This is a bonus episode of Check it Out! the Carnegie-Stout Public Library podcast. Do you have questions or comments? Let us know at yourlibrarian@carnegiestout.org
In this bonus episode, Ben interviews longtime area folk musician Denny Garcia. Denny talks about his life; growing up in Iowa Falls, some of his early inspirations toward a music career, his love of the land and cleaning up the river, his work on the radio show Midwest Music Makers, and more.
You can subscribe to Carnegie-Stout’s Check It Out! Podcast on most podcast services, including Apple Podcasts and Pandora. Learn more: https://carnegiestout.org/podcast

Friday Mar 04, 2022
A New Face in the Teen Zone: Check it Out! C-SPL Ep. 29
Friday Mar 04, 2022
Friday Mar 04, 2022
This is the twenty-ninth episode of Check it Out! the Carnegie-Stout Public Library podcast. Do you have questions or comments? Let us know at yourlibrarian@carnegiestout.org
In this podcast, Ben gives the update on library programs and events for adults, Colleen shares what’s new in the Maker Space, and Sarah talks with Haidee, one of the newest librarians in the children’s department.
We'd love to hear about the books, movies, and library activities you’ve been enjoying! Record a short audio file with your thoughts and email it to yourlibrarian@carnegiestout.org for use in a future podcast.
You can subscribe to Carnegie-Stout’s Check It Out! Podcast on most podcast services, including Apple Podcasts and Pandora. Learn more: https://carnegiestout.org/podcast

Friday Feb 04, 2022
Volunteering, Great Books, and more: Check it Out! C-SPL Ep. 28
Friday Feb 04, 2022
Friday Feb 04, 2022
This is the twenty-eighth episode of Check it Out! the Carnegie-Stout Public Library podcast. Do you have questions or comments? Let us know at yourlibrarian@dubuque.lib.ia.us
In this podcast, Sarah, Colleen, and Becky share information about upcoming events and programs including a virtual magic show, take-and-make crafts, and a new reading challenge on Beanstack. Learn about the library’s Homebound Delivery program and how to volunteer your time from Deb. Angie and Becky share some great reading suggestions for Valentine’s Day and Black History Month.
We'd love to hear about the books, movies, and library activities you’ve been enjoying! Record a short audio file with your thoughts and email it to yourlibrarian@dubuque.lib.ia.us for use in a future podcast.
You can subscribe to Carnegie-Stout’s Check It Out! Podcast on most podcast services, including Apple Podcasts and Pandora. Learn more: https://carnegiestout.org/podcast

Friday Jan 07, 2022
Looking Forward to 2022: Check it Out! C-SPL Ep. 27
Friday Jan 07, 2022
Friday Jan 07, 2022
This is the twenty-seventh episode of Check it Out! the Carnegie-Stout Public Library podcast. Do you have questions or comments? Let us know at yourlibrarian@dubuque.lib.ia.us
In this podcast, Becky and Sarah talk about upcoming programs and events, including a brand new reading challenge using the Beanstack app and JanFanCon, a month-long celebration of all things geeky. Becky and Sarah also chat about some of the books they're looking forward to reading in 2022. Emily is one of C-SPL’s newest librarians; get to know her a little better as she shares what she does with Becky in a brief interview.
We'd love to hear about the books, movies, and library activities you’ve been enjoying! Record a short audio file with your thoughts and email it to yourlibrarian@dubuque.lib.ia.us for use in a future podcast.
You can subscribe to Carnegie-Stout’s Check It Out! Podcast on most podcast services, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Learn more: https://carnegiestout.org/podcast

Friday Dec 03, 2021
Our Favorites of 2021: Check it Out! C-SPL Ep. 26
Friday Dec 03, 2021
Friday Dec 03, 2021
This is the twenty-sixth episode of Check it Out! the Carnegie-Stout Public Library podcast. Do you have questions or comments? Let us know at yourlibrarian@dubuque.lib.ia.us
In this podcast we share some of our favorite books, movies and more from 2021. You’ll also hear about upcoming events and programs at Carnegie-Stout this winter and some suggestions of cookbooks for anyone baking cookies this holiday season.
We'd love to hear about the books, movies, and library activities you’ve been enjoying! Record a short audio file with your thoughts and email it to yourlibrarian@dubuque.lib.ia.us for use in a future podcast.
You can subscribe to Carnegie-Stout’s Check It Out! Podcast on most podcast services, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Learn more: https://carnegiestout.org/podcast

Friday Nov 05, 2021
Great Books, Fun Programs, and more in November: Check it Out! C-SPL Ep. 25
Friday Nov 05, 2021
Friday Nov 05, 2021
This is the twenty-fifth episode of Check it Out! the Carnegie-Stout Public Library podcast. Do you have questions or comments? Let us know at yourlibrarian@dubuque.lib.ia.us
In this podcast you’ll hear about upcoming library programs and events, get a tour of 900s section of the Dewey Decimal system, and get some great reading suggestions for all ages for National Native American Heritage Month.
We'd love to hear about your favorite books of 2021! Record a short audio file with your favorite books and email it to yourlibrarian@dubuque.lib.ia.us and we'll include it in the December podcast.
You can subscribe to Carnegie-Stout’s Check It Out! Podcast on most podcast services, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Learn more: https://carnegiestout.org/podcast