Long Overdue Podcast Season 1

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Episodes

Long Overdue Episode 47: Camping...If You Dare

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Pat, Dawn, Chris, and Denice talk about camping, what they like, what they don't like, and all kinds of things that make the great outdoors great or not so great. Depends on who you ask.

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism.


Long Overdue Episode 46: My Lady's Choosing

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Pat, Dawn, Chris, and Denice have read My Lady's Choosing: An Interactive Romance Novel by Kitty Curran and have different adventures to talk about. Well, almost.

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism


Long Overdue Episode 45: Summer Reading Club Recap

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Pat, Dawn, and Sharon recap our summer reading program for children, teens, and adults.

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 44: Wise County Health Improvement Initiative

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Pat and Dawn talk with members from different committees that are a part of the Wise County Health Improvement Initiative.  The goal of this initiative is to improve health services of all kinds in the Wise County community.
For more information on the Wise County Health Improvement Initiative, check out their website at Wise Health System or their Facebook page.

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 43: Role Playing Games and the People Who Play Them

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Chris talks with two of his regular role-playing gamers, Josh and Sam, about what they like about RPGs and why they play them.

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 42: The  The Impregnable Fortress of Dib an RPG Adventure

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Chris has two players from our regular Gaming in the Library group, Sam and Josh, joining him for an exciting role-playing adventure.

Opening and ending theme is Enchanted Village by Agustin C.

Long Overdue Episode 41: Movies Seen So Far in 2018

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Pat, Dawn, Chris, and Denice talk about movies they have seen so far in 2018. They also talk about what's coming up that they want to see.

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 40: Books We've Read So Far in 2018

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Pat, Dawn, Chris, and Denice talk about some of the books they've read so far this year and what they're looking forward to reading.

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 39: Problematic Authors

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Pat, Dawn, Chris, and Denice talk about problematic authors. This episode does have some intense themes and discussions. Though we do not get into graphic detail, we do discuss the actions, words, and works of authors that are considered problematic in one form or another.

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 38: Did You Know? Music Episode

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Pat, Dawn, Chris, and Denice share the strange, funny, dark, and just plain weird things they know about music, musicians, and bands.

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 37: It's All About the Music

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Dawn, Pat, Chris, and Denice talk about music. Their favorites, their not so favorites, and everything in between.

Opening and ending theme is So Low By Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 36: Julia Heaberlin Paper Ghost Event

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, we had international bestselling author and local favorite Julia Heaberlin visit the library! Listen to Pat and Julia Heaberlin talk about her newest novel Paper Ghosts!

Opening and ending theme song is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 35: Summer Reading Club

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Pat, Dawn, Chris, and Denice talk about the Summer Reading Club, what is it, what we're doing, and everything in between!

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Podcast 34: Writers' Group Spotlight

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, we have members of our writers' group reading short stories that they wrote. Each story has something to do with music; either by theme, subject, or detail. Our special guests are Nella Jenkins, Chrissie Adams, Tammy Rainey, and Christofer Shenkir.

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 33: Free Comic Book Day

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Chris and Denice talk about Free Comic Book Day and what events, activities, and comics will be available at the event. Free Comic Book Day is May 5th, 2018 from 10 am to 2 pm! They also talk about Madness Comics and Games in Denton, Texas and why they love it!

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 32: Kindergarten Readiness

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast Pat talks with Dawn about our upcoming program Kindergarten Readiness! They talk about what it is, who's it for, and what to expect from this program.

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 31: The NeverEnding Story Commentary

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Pat, Dawn, Chris, and Denice watch The NeverEnding Story! This is a commentary episode so if you have never seen the film, please be aware that there are spoilers all over this episode. Edited and non-edited versions below!

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 30: Holocaust Remembrance Day with Special Guest Max Glauben

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Dawn, Chris, and Denice go to the Dallas Holocaust Museum Center for Education and Tolerance to interview Holocaust Survivor, Max Glauben. This episode has some intense moments and some wise words from an incredibly inspirational person. Thank you, Max Glauben for sharing your story with us.
For more information on Max Glauben or the Dallas Holocaust Museum, please visit their website at Dallas Holocaust Museum.

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism.

Long Overdue Episode 29 Part 1 & Part 2: Who Loves the 80s? We Love the 80s!

Part 1: On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Pat, Dawn, Chris, and Denice talk about the 80s. Everything from music, movies, TV, and even some more recent things that have been inspired by the 1980s. 

Part 2: Who loves the 80s? Well, it looks like Pat, Dawn, Chris, and Denice sure do! This is part 2 of our 80s Nostalgia podcast episode!

Opening and ending theme is Toby or Not Toby? By Matt Oakley from the album 80s TV vol. 1

Long Overdue Episode 28: Fur the Love of Pets

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Chris and Denice talk about how to adopt a furry friend! They also tell hilarious stories about their own pets!

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 27: Loving Diverse Books

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Denice has three special guests Yaika, Liz, and Kelli, who joined her for a great conversation about diversity in literature, sensitivity readers, and everything in between!

Opening and Ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 26: Ladies to the Front

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Pat, Denice, Dawn, and Chris talk about Women's History Month and other things that involve awesome ladies.

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 25: Wish You Were Here

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Pat and Dawn talk about their travels while Chris and Denice are just along for the ride.

Opening and ending theme song is So Low by Art of Escapism.

Long Overdue Episode 24: This is Funny.

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Pat, Dawn, Chris, and Denice talk about humor and what they think is funny.

Opening and Ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism.

Long Overdue Episode 23: Folktales and Fairy Tales

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Pat, Chris, Denice, and Dawn talk about folktales and fairy tales. What are they, which ones we like, and of course we share some book recommendations!

Opening and ending theme is So low by Art of Escapism.

Long Overdue Episode 22: Hmm, What About Nonfiction?

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Pat, Chris, Denice, and Dawn talk about nonfiction titles that they are interested in reading and some of their favorites!

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 21: Favorite Foods 

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast is all about food! Pat, Chris, Denice, and Dawn talk about their favorites, their most cooked, and everything in between!

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism.

Long Overdue Podcast Episode 20: Gardening Tips with Master Gardener Charlotte Canion

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Dawn and Chris talk with Master Gardener Charlotte Canion about gardening, organic gardening, and gets some helpful tips to keep your garden thriving.

Opening and Ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 19: Science Fiction or Science Fantasy?

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Pat, Chris, Denice, and Chrissie continue their discussion about science fiction, fantasy, and science fantasy.

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 18: An Honest Review of Andy Weir's Artemis

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, we introduce our newest member of the Decatur Public Library staff, Chrissie, and we talk about why we disliked the sci-fi novel Artemis by Andy Weir. Also on this episode is Pat, Denice, and Chris.

Opening and ending theme song is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 17: 2018 is Going to be Great Y'all!
On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Pat, Chris, Denice, and Dawn discuss what books, movies, and TV shows they are excited about for the new year. 2018 is going to be great y'all!

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 16: Our Favorite Books From 2017

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Pat, Chris, Denice, and Dawn talk about their favorite books for 2017!

Opening and ending theme song is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 15: Books We Disliked

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Pat, Dawn, Chris, and Denice talk about books they hate, books they couldn't finish, and books that they just disliked.

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 14: Crafty Podcasters

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Pat, Dawn, Chris, and Denice got crafty and made some fun DIY gifts!

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Long Overdue Episode 13: Christmas Books, Movies, and Music

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Pat, Dawn, Chris, and Denice talk about Christmas books, movies, and music with many laughs to be had in between!

To learn more about the Denton Community Theater's production of the Christmas Story, please visit their website at Denton Community Theater.

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 12: Thanksgiving Stuff

Pat, Dawn, Denice and Chris discuss their customary Thanksgiving traditions, foods and events.

Opening and ending theme song is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 11: The Book Was Better

This episode of the Long Overdue podcast is the continuation of last week's episode where Chris and Denice discuss book-to-movie adaptations.

Opening and ending theme song is So Low by Art of Escapism.

Long Overdue Episode 10: We <3 Scott Pilgrim

On this episode of the Long Overdue podcast, Chris and Denice talk about Scott Pilgrim! They talk about the set of graphic novels, the movie, and all the awesomeness that is Scott Pilgrim!

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism.

Long Overdue Episode 9: Scary Stories to Tell in the Podcast Room

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Denice had three members of the Decatur Public Library's Writers Group write and read an original short story based on a prompt about classic monsters. The members are Jessica Shenkir, Christofer Shenkir, and Tammy Rainey.

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 8: Star Wars!

This episode of the Long Overdue Podcast is all about Star Wars! Pat, Chris, and Denice talk about Star Wars books, movies, infographics, and everything else in between.

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 7: Julia Heaberlin is Spooky

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Chris and Denice talk about Wise County lore, creepy books, hauntings, and sightings! Special guest Julia Heaberlin, best-selling author of Black-Eyed Susans, joins the podcast for more spooky talk and to talk about her new book Paper Ghosts that will be coming out in April of 2018!

Opening and closing theme song is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 6: What is D.A.R.C.?

On this episode of the Long Overdue Podcast, Dawn talks with members of the Teen Advisory Board about changing the name to Decatur Area Reading Council, favorite books, and awesome teen programs that D.A.R.C is planning. Chris and Denice join the talk and discuss gaming in the library as well as John Green, a book giveaway, and what cool teen programs are coming up.

Opening and closing theme is So Low by Art of Escapism.

Long Overdue Episode 5: Banned Books Week

This episode of the Long Overdue Podcast is about Banned Books Week. Pat, Dawn, Chris, and Denice talk about what Banned Books Week means to them and what some of their favorite banned book are. 

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 4: Same Page Book Festival

Pat and Denice discuss the Same Page Book Festival. They talk about the sessions, the authors that will be there, and the author book fair! With special guest Charlotte Canion!

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism.

Long Overdue Episode 3: Book Club Reads

Episode 3 of the Long Overdue Podcast is about our book clubs and books that Pat, Dawn, Chris, and Denice have read and want to read. Want to know more about the Decatur Public Library book clubs? Check out the Book Clubs page on our website.

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism

Long Overdue Episode 2: 9/11 Retrospective

Episode 2 of the Long Overdue Podcast is a retrospective look at the tragedy of September 11th, 2001. The staff talk about what they were doing that day and how it impacted them and then we hear from community members Wise County Judge J.D. Clark, Library Board Member Betty Carson, Library Supporter Nancy Rosendahl, and Decatur Mayor Mr. Martin Woodruff.

Opening and ending theme is So Low by Art of Escapism.

Long Overdue Episode 1: And Your Hosts Are...

Hello, dear listeners! This is our very first episode of the Long Overdue Podcast! Get to know your hosts, Chris, Dawn, Pat, and Denice in our very first, super entertaining, episode!

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Outtakes and B-Sides

Check out our other seasons:

Season 2

Season 3