Join host Benny Bruce on this entertaining podcast for St. Tammany Parish Library news, discussion, special guests, local history, and coverage of library events that you might have missed. Have fun with library staff on this family friendly podcast and explore the many tools that the library provides to you. For over a decade, the St. Tammany Parish Library Podcast has offered information and entertainment for all age groups in our Louisiana community. Learn more at http://sttammanylibrary.org
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Check It Out- Episode 139: Udemy Online Learning
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Find out how to access Udemy with just your library card. Udemy is an online learning platform with updated, on-demand video courses across 75 categories in business, technology, design, and more. Learn anytime, anywhere. (Runtime 13:18)
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Radio Tech. Betram Groene
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2nd Class Petty Officer Radio Technician Bertram Groene participated in the latter part of the Tunisian campaign and in the invasion of Sicily during World War II. In this oral history interview, his daughter, Ms. Beatrice Groene, shares her own memories of her father as well as his own recollections of his service time from his personal journals.…
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Check It Out Episode 138 Slidell Branch Spotlight
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Slidell Branch Manager Hilari Melerine joins host Amy Bouton as we continue our branch spotlight with our busiest library in the system, the Slidell Branch. Hear about plans for a future expansion as well as the plethora of services available at this branch. (Runtime 11:12)
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Check It Out: Episode 137: Local Oral History Projects
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Reference librarian Evan Kramer joins host Amy Bouton to discuss a couple of ongoing oral history projects at the St. Tammany Parish Library. The Veterans History Project and the Covid-19 Memory Project. Find out how you can participate and contribute to these projects that will provide valuable information for generations to come. (Runtime 23:27)…
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Check It Out: Episode 136: The Return of Storytimes
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On this episode, Susan Badon, Children's Librarian at the Madisonville Branch, talks with host Amy Bouton about the return of storytimes, both in-person and virtually online. Plus, the latest library news. (Runtime 17:19)
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Check It Out: Episode 135: Back To School Bash
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On this episode, host Amy Bouton introduces you to Children's Librarian Jessica Aucoin and Reference Librarian Evan Kramer. They'll tell you all about the 2022 Back to School Bash, Saturday, August 6, from 1p.m. – 4p.m. at the Slidell Branch, 555 Robert Boulevard. Bring the entire family to ease back into the school year with your Library by your s…
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Check It Out Episode 134: Author Rebecca Elliott
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Our very special guest on this episode is the award-winning and bestselling author of over 30 books for children: Rebecca Elliott. Her works include Just Because, a book about her daughter Clementine who had severe special needs and her ongoing series Owl Diaries which has sold 6 million copies worldwide. Her new YA novel, 'Pretty Funny' is availab…
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Check It Out Podcast Episode 133: Summer Reading 2022 Information
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Listen to have all of your Summer Reading questions answered. Our Adult, Teen, and Children's Department Heads tell you about sign-up, prizes, events, the Community Kickoff Celebration, and how to log your minutes and win prizes. Sign-up begins May 20th. (Runtime 23:17)
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Check It Out Podcast: Episode 132: National Mental Health Awareness Month
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month and NAMI St. Tammany has partnered with St. Tammany Parish Library to share resources and raise awareness. Amy Bouton speaks with Nick Richard from NAMI St. Tammany. Look for displays throughout our branch locations during the month of May, where you'll find resources we have in the Library branches, as well as …
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Check It Out Podcast: Episode 131: Pearl River Branch Spotlight
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In this episode, we continue our series of Branch Spotlights with the Pearl River Branch. The branch manager, Ms. Adele Salzer, speaks with Amy Bouton, our Public Relations and Community Coordinator about the history, atmosphere, and available services of this quaint branch that reflects the personality of the small town it serves. Also, in the Mus…
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Check It Out Podcast: Episode 130: Library Apps
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Want to know how to get started downloading eBooks or Audiobooks to your mobile device? How about music, movies, and magazines? Well this is the show for you. Robert Barnes, Reference Librarian at the Madisonville Branch, talks with host Amy Bouton to discuss what is available for you to download and stream on your portable devices as well as lapto…
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Check It Out Podcast: Episode 129: Bush Branch Spotlight
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In this episode, we continue a series of segments that spotlight each of the branches of the St. Tammany Parish Library. The Bush Branch is spotlighted in this episode. The branch manager, Ms. Susan Taggert, speaks with Amy Bouton, our Public Relations and Community Coordinator about the history and available services of this rural branch that serv…
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Check It Out Podcast: Episode 128: Abita Springs Branch Spotlight
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On this episode, we begin a series of segments that spotlight each of our branches of the St. Tammany Parish Library, starting with the Abita Springs Branch. The branch manager, Ms. Kay Redd, speaks with Amy Bouton, our Public Relations and Community Coordinator about the history, atmosphere, and available services. Also, in the Music Spotlight, a …
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Check It Out: STPL Podcast Episode 127: New Resources for Fundraising and Grant Information
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Our guest on this episode is Lynn Bardell, Reference Librarian at the Covington Branch of St. Tammany Parish Library. She joins Public Relations and Community Coordinator Amy Bouton to discuss some of the new library resources aimed at streamlining the process of finding funding, donations, and grants for organizations as well as individuals. Also …
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Check It Out: STPL Podcast Episode 126 - New Databases and Bessie Smith
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"Black Life In America", "Ethnic Diversity Source", and "The Wall Street Journal" are new databases the library has added. Head of Reference, Noelle Williams joins Amy Bouton to discuss how to access these great new sources. Also, we feature Bessie Smith in the Music Spotlight. (Runtime 21:45)Von St. Tammany Parish Library
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Check It Out: STPL Podcast Episode 125 - Author Bonnie Vanney
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Local Author and Historian Bonnie Vanney discusses her book "The Lost & Forgotten Communities of Chef Menteur-Rigolets and Lake St. Catherine in Orleans Parish" in this encore presentation podcast. (Runtime 11:29)
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Check It Out: STPL Podcast Episode 124 - Childrens Storytime
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Meet two of our Children's Librarians and hear about upcoming Storytimes and programs for kids at the library. Also, poet Amanda Gorman shares her latest verse of hope for the new year "New Day's Lyric." (Runtime 20:15)Von St. Tammany Parish Library
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Check It Out: STPL Podcast - Episode 123 - Programs for Adults
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Crafting, Painting, Yoga, Scrapbooking...Hear all about the wide range of programs for Adults at your library. (Runtime 25:48)Von St. Tammany Parish Library
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Check It Out: STPL Podcast - Ep. 122 - Gift of the Magi
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Enjoy the retelling of a holiday classic, "The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henri. It's the story of Jim and Della, a poor, young married couple who don't have enough money to buy each other Christmas gifts. (Runtime 21:20)
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Check It Out: STPL Podcast - Ep. 121 Eric Litwin Interview
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Best selling Children's Author Eric Litwin talks with our own Ms. Morgan from the Mandeville Branch about his books, songs, and the importance of Early Literacy. (Runtime 23:10)Von St. Tammany Parish Library
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Check It Out: Episode 120 - War of the Worlds
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Hear the famous "War of the Worlds" 1938 radio broadcast that sent the nation into a panic. (Runtime 1:06:10)Von St. Tammany Parish Library
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Check It Out: Episode 119 - Student Resources and Sweet Crude
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Hear all about our best resources and databases for students of all ages. Our Public Relations and Community Coordinator Amy Bouton introduces you to the Reference Department Head Noelle Williams. Also, music from Sweet Crude. (Runtime 29:25)Von St. Tammany Parish Library
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Check It Out - Episode 118 - TeenTober/Jon Batiste
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Amy Bouton (Public Relations and Community Coordinator for St. Tammany Parish Library) talks to our Teen Librarians about TEEN-TOBER, our month-long celebration for teens. Also, Jon Batiste is our Music Spotlight. (Runtime 22:36)Von St. Tammany Parish Library
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Episode 117 - STPL Mobile App
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Hear all about the new STPL Mobile App for iPhone. Also, find out how to view video tutorials for ALL of our research databases. Plus, find out our current operating hours for all branches and a music spotlight. (Runtime: 19:20)Von St. Tammany Parish Library
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W.O. William Frances Bode
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Warrant Officer William Bode was born in St. Joseph, Missouri in 1923. After high school, he worked as a salesman for a surgical supply company, which made him a perfect candidate as a medic when he was drafted in the US Army. He was assigned to the 311th medical battalion as part of the 86th Infantry, the Blackhawks. The Medical Battalion always a…
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E-3 GNR Leo Burtis Hoover
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US AIR FORCE, 11th Combat Cargo Squadron, 3rd Combat Cargo Group, ASIATIC/PACIFIC THEATER. LEO BURTIS HOOVER was born in Independence, Louisiana on August 23, 1923. He was drafted in his sophomore year, January 1943. He began with the Army. After basic training, he went to Iowa, where he trained in engineering, and how to camouflage tanks and artil…
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PV1 Sebastian Buster Guzzardo
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Private First Class Sebastian John Guzzardo was drafted in the US Army and served as a military police officer from 1943 until 1945. Born in Louisiana, Guzzardo participated in operations in Naples, Rome-Arno, Southern France, Rhineland, and Central Europe with Company B, 759th Military Police Battalion, 5th Army; 295th Engineer Combat Battalion, 7…
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CPL Leander Nicholas Bubrig
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A Louisiana native, Lee Bubrig was born in Boothville in 1926. His grandparents had migrated from Croatia and Yugoslavia, and with hard work became successful. Growing up near the river, hunting and fishing was a major part of Lee’s life, and his natural love of the terrain prepared him for the Army’s training in communications, where he immediatel…
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(Posted 6/9/2020) Listen to this episode for the latest information on the Phase 2 re-opening of the St. Tammany Parish Library. Further information can be found on our website at sttammanylibrary.org
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E4 RD3 Emmett Charles Guderian
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Born in 1926, Emmet Charles Guderian, Jr. was raised in the heart of New Orleans, carrying a legacy of early Louisiana history with his ancestors arriving from Alsace-Lorraine in 1751. Emmet was one of nine children and attended the local Catholic schools through his high school years. Upon learning that Pearl Harbor had been attacked, Emmet, at se…
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T5 CPL Anthony Stephen Orlando
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PFC Amedee Joseph Nelson
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The library is now open for curbside service at six branches. Listen to this episode for complete details. (Runtime 6:01)
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Episode 117 - Library News: Summer Reading, Online Services, Upcoming Events
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Library News: As of 5/4/2020, Library closure information, Online Services, Summer Reading information and more. (Runtime 15:01)
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Due to the COVID-19 national emergency, all St. Tammany Parish Library branches will remain closed to slow the spread of the virus. We will reopen when we can serve our patrons safely. Library fines will not be charged for the next 30 days. During the time that the library is closed, we ask that patrons do not return any library items that are chec…
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Episode 115: Climate Change: One Man's Perspective
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STPL Podcast Episode 114 - Library Con 2020 All Fandom Convention
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Episode 113: 10 Things You May Not Know About the Apollo Program
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Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing with this countdown of "10 Things You May Not Know About the Apollo Program" including actual audio of when lightning struck a rocket during liftoff! (Runtime 24:06)
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Episode 112 - Summer Reading 2019
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Find out everything you need to know to participate in this 2019's Summer Reading Challenge "A Universe of Stories". Kids, Teens and Adults can all join in with events, prizes, special guests and more. Adult Services Cooordinator Jillian Boudreaux answers your summer reading questions. (Runtime 19:39)…
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Episode 111 - Veterans History Project
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This episode features highlights from the Veterans History Project, an oral history collection featuring interviews with veterans that call St. Tammany Parish home.
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YN2 Sherman Elfert
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Yeoman Second Class Sherman Elfert was born in New Orleans. He enlisted in the Navy for World War II and remained in service for the Korean War. He served aboard the USS Holton in both the European and North African theatres and was present for the Surrender of Japan. He was awarded several medals that were lost in Katrina but some have since been …
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Staff Sgt. Francis Drake was born in Chestertown, NY. He enlisted with the US Marines and then the US Navy. He switched because he wanted to travel more. He was stationed in Florida, Virginia, Maryland, Bermuda, and Italy. He worked as an aircraft mechanic and test cell supervisor, which later helped him land jobs with Ford Aerospace and Martin Mar…
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Sgt. Theodore Penton was born in Picayune, Mississippi but grew up in Pearl River. He enlisted in the Army and served three tours in Vietnam. He took part in Tet 68 and Tet 69 and was awarded the combat infantry badge, the Bronze Star with Valor, and the Purple Heart for his service with the 101st Airborne and the 82nd Airborne Divisions. He was a …
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Staff Sgt. Joseph Foto was also born in New Orleans. He enlisted in the Army Air Corps for World War II and was an aerial gunner on B-24s as a member of the 15th Air Force, 459th Bomb Group, 479th Squadron, stationed in Fogia, Italy. On his 13th mission, his plane went down and he was stranded in Italy for 50 days. He received a bronze star and an …
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Sgt Leroy Otis James
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Sgt. Leroy James was born in Washington Parish. He was drafted into the Army for World War II and became a Tech 4th Grade with the 350th Anti-Aircraft Battalion. He worked as a radio operator using Morse code to send and receive messages. He served in New Guinea and the Philippines and received campaign medals for service in the Asiatic Pacific and…
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Sgt. John Corrigan was born in Baltimore, MD. He enlisted into the Marine Corps when he was 18 years old and served with the 1st Mar Air Wing at the K1 & K18 Air Bases on the east coast of South Korea. He participated in the Battle of Chosin Reservoir, aka the Frozen Chosin and worked as a courier for the communications hut. He received 3 Bronze st…
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Sgt. James “Gus” Davis was born in Hinds County, Mississippi, but moved to Covington at a young age. He enlisted in the US Marine Corps and served with the 1st Division, 1st Battalion, in Vietnam. He received three Purple Hearts, a National Defense medal, a Vietnam Service Medal with Star, and several other medals for his work as an ONTOS tank oper…
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Sgt Cultus Pearson
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Sgt. Cultus Pearson was born in Caesar, MS. He was drafted into the Army for World War II and served with the 41st Division, 162nd Battalion Infantry in New Guinea, Biak Island, and the Philippines. He carried the Browning Automatic Rifle in the Mindanao Campaign in the Philippines and became an expert rifleman. He was awarded the Bronze Star as we…
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SFC Ernest Chauvin
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Sergeant First Class Ernest Chauvin was born in Houma. He was drafted into the Army Infantry and served in both World War II and Korea with the 69th Infantry Division, and later in the 7th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division in Korea. While in World War II, he served in the Rhineland and Middle Europe and received 2 combat infantry badges and 2 …
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