Podcast
School Librarians United with Amy Hermon
Tune in as Amy Hermon tackles the issues and challenges school librarians face everyday.
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- #196
- Episodes
- 379
- Releases
- Weekly
- Typical length
- 1 hr 1 min
- On air since
- 2018
- Latest episode
- 2 weeks ago
Episodes
379 episodes, newest first
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1 hr 12 min
380 Using Picture Books with MG and HS Students
Season 9, Episode 380
Show notes
Aggie Gassier shares how picture books can help older students build critical thinking, explore big ideas, and connect with challenging topics. Tune in for classroom-ready ways to turn a read-aloud into a powerful lesson in literacy and empathy.
Aggie Gasior
aggie.gasior@gmail.com
IG: @CanuckClassroom
Bluesky @canuckclassroom
⭐Aggie Gasior's MANY Resources for Using Picture Books ⭐
E315 Canadian Teacher Librarian
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1 hr 5 min
Guiding Youth From Eco-Anxiety to Empowerment
Season 9, Episode 379
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Kelsey LaPort and Noel Reich discuss the intersection of sustainability, eco-anxiety, and librarianship, sharing innovative programs and insights on how librarians can foster environmental awareness and action among young people.
Kelsey LaPort
kelsey.laport@gmail.com
E343 Building Media Skills Through Video Production
Noel Reich
nreich45@gmail.com
How to teach grown-ups about climate change : the cutting-edge science of our changing planet
Sustainable Libraries Initiative (SLI)
Why Sustainability? | Climate Crisis by Rebekkah Smith Aldrich
ALA Core Values of Librarianship
10 Young Climate Activists Leading the Way on Global Climate Action
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1 hr 14 min
One District One School
Season 9, Episode 378
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Rural school librarian Abby Thompson shares strategies for supporting students ages 3-22 and her secrets to her success including "Progress NOT Perfection."
Abby Thompson
362 Maine School Librarians Share Strategies and Solutions
MASL - Maine Association of School Libraries
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1 hr 3 min
Why Are All The Black Librarians Gathering In The School Library?
Season 9, Episode 377
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Erika Long shares the journey of creating a book which amplifies Black librarians' voices, the importance of community and how conferences inspire action and advocacy.
erikalong.lib@gmail.com
Instagram: @notyomamaslibrarian
Bloomsbury 20% off the paperback using discount code GLR BD8
KQ article March 2021 "Making a Mark on White Space"
4 Library leaders on the back cover!!!
Becky Calzada
310 Mentoring and Retaining School Librarians
289 Prepared Libraries, Empowered Teams
Lauren Mobley
179 Tales from a 1st Year Librarian
Dr. Pamela R. Moore
K.C. Boyd
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1 hr 20 min
Combatting Imposter Syndrome
Season 9, Episode 376
Show notes
Discover the positivity, risk-taking, and self-awareness which has guided Dr. Steve Tetreault his career as educator, school librarian, author and podcaster.
Steve Tetreault (NJ)
@DrTLovesBooks @SchoolLibLN
School Librarians Learning Network
E61 Let's End Literacy Shaming
E160 Round 2 Can I Just Vent?!?!?
E211 Circulation Software: Experts Chime In
Today's episode in the Imposter Syndrome series:
Episode 368: Why Imposter Syndrome Plagues Our Profession
Episode 332: Imposter Syndrome with Amanda Chacon
AASL's Knowledge Quest Blog
"If I Can Be AASL President, So Can You!" Posted by Courtney Pentland
A couple by Steve:
Yes, You ARE A Leader! (And I'm One, Too!)
Owning It: Admitting When We're Good
Re-Examining Assumptions And Re-Imagining the Information Landscape
"Yes, You Can!" Why I'm Not Special, But You Are
We've Got to Lead to Succeed: It's Time to Step Up, Step In, And Get Out of Your Own Way
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54 min
Teacher Educator Librarian Author: Danny Neville
Season 9, Episode 375
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Danny Neville shares his journey from classroom teacher to published author, discussing the process of writing inclusive children's books which reflect diverse family structures, and the importance of supporting local creators in schools.
IG @dnevillebooks and @tingl_osla
E315 Canadian Teacher Librarian
Little Bee chapter book series:
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The Buzz About the Party (2026)
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The Storytime Extravaganza (2026)
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The Best Birthday Ever (2027)
SCBWI (Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators)
CANSCAIP (Canadian Society of Children's Authors, Illustrators, and Performers)
The FOLD (The Festival of Literary Diversity)
Query Tracker (finding a literary agent)
The Teaching Librarian (Ontario School Library Association publication)
Library Land Loves (Ontario Library Association podcast)
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1 hr 9 min
Detoured But Not Deterred
Season 9, Episode 374
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Heather Horner shares her journey through school librarianship and administration, dealing with involuntary transfers, and navigating her emotional wellness during career pivots.
Heather Hornor
@heatherpnwtx.bsky.social
IG: mrs.hornor
E354 Conflict Resolution: Experts Chime In
Why School Librarians Matter by Keith Curry Lance and Debra Kachel
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48 min
50 States: North Dakota Debuts
Season 9, Episode 373
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Mackenzie Dietz shares insights into her role, community engagement, and how rural schools adapt to technological and educational challenges.
Mackenzie Dietz
IG: mediawithmac
Gmail: mediawithmac@gmail.com
Fessendon-Bowdon School District
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57 min
Censorship's Impact on School Librarians and their Libraries
Season 9, Episode 372
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Dr. Misty Schattle discusses her research on the mental health of school librarians, the impact of censorship, and the importance of advocacy and community support in the field of librarianship.
Dr. Misty Schattle
Mschattle@shsu.edu
E204 Supporting Literacy and Wellness with Dr. Merga
E267 Creating a Reading Culture with Dr. Merga
E17 Self-Censorship is Real (Season 1…solo effort. Be kind.)
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59 min
Intellectual Freedom Manual
Season 9, Episode 371
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Editor Erin Jones shares insights into her work in librarianship, the development of the 11th edition of the Intellectual Freedom Manual, and the importance of accessible, inclusive resources for all library professionals.
Erin Jone's LinkedIn
ALA Editions Intellectual Freedom Manual 11th ed.
ALA's Office for Intellectual Freedom
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53 min
370 50 States: Mississippi Debuts
Season 9, Episode 370
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Transitioning from public to school libraries, Sasha Mangipano shares her current role and unique schedule, STEM centers and how she creates an inviting library.
Sasha Mangipano
TikTok/IG @thesassynerd
FB @the sassynerd1
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1 hr 1 min
Stop Blocking AI, Start Rethinking It: 8 Provocations for Schools
Season 8, Episode 369
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Dr. Harris and an expert panel unveil 8 provocations challenging how schools are responding to AI — moving beyond bans and toward real policy rethink. Drawing on best-practice recommendations, this conversation pushes educators and school administrators to confront the hard questions before AI reshapes the classroom without them.
Dr. Christopher Harris
chris@playplaylearn.com
Bluesky: @cgharris.bsky.social
Keynote: AI for Parents will full presenter notes
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58 min
Why Imposter Syndrome Plagues Our Profession
Season 8, Episode 368
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Amanda Chacon returns to unpack findings from a recent survey of school librarians capturing their perspectives and experiences involving Imposter Syndrome.
Amanda Chacon
Bluesky: @goodreads.bsky.social
Twitter: TheGoodRead
Tiktok: TheGoodRead
IG: OpenBookAmanda
2024 SLJ School Librarian of the Year
E242 Our Media Virtual Presence
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1 hr 22 min
367 ALA Annual Conference 2026
Season 8, Episode 367
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With over 15,000 attendees, ALA Annual Conference is the world's largest gathering of library professionals. Tune in as 16 library professionals from across the US share their stories, perspectives and resources.
E285 Mister Library, Tim Jones
My session with Diana Haneski "Pawsitive Impact - Therapy Dogs"
E258 Emotional Support Librarian: Diana Haneski
Faith Huff's 3 episodes
218 Supporting Trans Students and Staff
Library Card Canvas Bag (GREAT for author signatures!!!)
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47 min
ALAAC26 Preview with President Sam Helmick
Season 8, Episode 388
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President Sam Helmick shares exciting opportunities for librarians attending ALA's Annual Conference this summer in Chicago.
samhelmicklibrary@gmail.com
Past ALA conference episodes:
E258 Emotional Support Librarian: Diana Haneski
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59 min
Using Nursery Rhymes with Today's Kids
Season 8, Episode 365
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Librarian Mary Lanni shares the imporant reasons nursery rhymes should be part of your programming and how to avoid potential misteps in your planning.
marylannireads@gmail.com
@MaryLanniReads on Bluesky and YouTube
Bloomsbury - Mention "United20" for 20% off
SLJ Winner: 265 Romance Book Clubs with Lori Lieberman
SLJ Winners: 330 Young Teen Lit with Christina Chatel and Marcia Kochel
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59 min
Professional Identity: A Journey
Season 8, Episode 364
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Dr. Pray shares the MANY ways her surroundings impacted her professional identity AND what she did to direct the course her career as a school librarian.
Instagram: @ praytelllibrarian
LinkedIn: Wenndy Pray, Ph.D.
Bluesky: wpray.bsky.social
Website: http://wpray.com
Past episodes
339 Librarian in the Wild (Oct 2025)
211 Circulation Software: Experts Chime in (Feb 2023)
145 Round 1: Can I Just Vent (Oct 2021)
121 Student Ambassadors (April 2021)
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1 hr 3 min
Hosting a Book Battle
Season 8, Episode 363
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Lisa Marcum shares her strategies and learned lessons for planning a successful book battle.
Lisa.marcum1@gmail.com
Instagram: @Mrsmarcum_edu
School instagram account: @readwithphs
E217 Battle of the Books with Erica Huckaby
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2 hr 1 min
Maine School Librarians Share Strategies and Solutions
Season 8, Episode 362
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Experience this conferece for yourself as 15 Maine School Llibrarians generously share their time and talents with our listening community.
MASL (Maine Association of School Librarians)
205 Supporting Rural Librarians with Heather Perkinson
279 Digital Citizenship in Action with Dr. K. Mattson
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54 min
361 A Sense of Place
Season 8, Episode 361
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With decades of professional training and perspective, Hannah Byrd Little identifies the MANY ways school librarians foster a sense of community and belonging in our libraries.
Bloomsbury: A Sense of Place by Hannah Byrd Little and use the code "United20" for 20% off!
Instagram and Bluesky @librarianlittle
The Link in bio will have all the details
E235 AASL School Library of the Year with Carrie Betts (Michigan)
E183 Makerspace and Library Space with Diana Rendina
Barb Paciotti's blog and digital resources
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