In the latest episode of the Deerfield Public Library Podcast, we had the pleasure of talking to J.R. Jones, a film critic at the Chicago Reader. I always wondered what it’s like writing movie reviews, and Jones fills us in on the day-to-day of reviewing in the age of sites like Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic. Jones… Read More
Photographer Art Shay Talks Deerfield History on the DPL Podcast
In this episode of the Deerfield Public Library Podcast, we had the great pleasure of talking to photographer and writer Art Shay. Shay’s work has appeared in LIFE, Time, Sports Illustrated, and many other publications. Our conversation is full of first-hand accounts of some of the most famous people and events of the 20th century.… Read More
Bestselling Author Mary Kubica on the DPL Podcast this Month
In this episode of the Deerfield Public Library Podcast, we had the great pleasure of interviewing Mary Kubica, bestselling author of The Good Girl, Pretty Baby, and Don’t You Cry. Our patrons and staff were so excited to have her speak at the Library back in April. Before her program we sat down to record… Read More
New Podcast Episode: A Conversation with State Senator Julie Morrison
In episode four of the Deerfield Public Library Podcast, we had the great pleasure of interviewing State Senator of Illinois’s 29th District, Julie Morrison. Formerly the West Deerfield Township Supervisor, Julie has served the Deerfield community for years and discusses her career path, how best to get involved in local government, and how she gets… Read More
Talking Fire Safety with Ray Larson in Latest Podcast
For our third episode of the Deerfield Public Library Podcast, we interviewed Ray Larson, Deputy Chief of the Deerfield Bannockburn Fire District. He discusses the path to becoming a firefighter, fire and life safety tips, when to call 911, and some of the unusual situations they’ve responded to. If you have kids who want to… Read More
New Podcast Episode Featuring Vicki Street
We’re excited to launch our second episode of the Deerfield Public Library Podcast with Vicki Street. Each month we’ll be releasing an episode featuring conversations with dynamic Deerfield leaders, including business owners, elected officials, artists, educators, volunteers, and more! This month, our feature interview is with with Vicki Street, Executive Director of the Deerfield Bannockburn… Read More