What's The Fic? A Library Podcast

Have you ever heard of the saying health is wealth? Well take a listen to this episode to learn more about taking care of your physical and mental health through multiple literary and non-literary resources. We discuss everything from local wellness resources to free online exercise options. Your health is your wealth!

Join Meg and Gina as they have a discussion with the poet-in-residence for the Augusta-Richmond County Public Library, James Aaron Snow. They discuss the importance of poetry in literature and how Mr. Snow' new role at the library will provide new and fun poetry themed programming for patrons of all ages.

Find out what new books, movies, tv shows, and games you should be on the lookout for. Listen to your friendly neighborhood librarians discuss Where the Crawdads Sing, Book to TV adaptions, and more. Tune in on all platforms!

Join Gina and Meg as they discuss summer vacation ideas, how you can use your library card to go to places for free, and safe traveling tips!

Join Gina and Meg as they discuss education and what the new 2022 graduates can do after high school and college. They'll be sharing advice, job tips, and more!

Meg and Gina are discussing which streaming services have the best movies and shows. What streaming service has the best entertainment. Do you like the features that these services have to offer? Listen to our discussion at 2pm on Anchor, Spotify, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, etc.

We are celebrating Women's History Month with a new episode. Tune in as we discuss some of the most influential women in Anime, Manga, and Animation. Follow the Augusta-Richmond County Public Library at @ARCPLS for more information.

We are back with new episodes for 2022! Join Meg and Gina as they discuss the importance of Black History, recommended books by Black authors, and much more! Don't forget to follow your friendly neighborhood libraries on Facebook @ARCPLS

Happy New Year to all of our listeners out there! We appreciate you all tuning in every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month for new episodes from your friendly neighborhood librarians Gina and Meg. We have new episodes starting February 23rd, 2022 at 2pm. Follow us on Facebook, YouTube and more @ARCPLS. For more resources from our library visit www.arcpls.org 

Look out for new episodes this month! 

Tune in to the last episode of the season. We are discussing our favorite Holiday books, movies, recipes, and more. Find out what cheerful events are happening at your local ARCPLS libraries. Happy Holidays!

Join us as we discuss our favorite Thanksgiving Books, Recipes, Holiday Meals, and Giving Resources for all during this season.

Join us and our library friend, Andre, as we review the quirky fun Manga turned Anime Cells at Work. Listen and learn how Cells at Work can be used for educational fun for all ages.

Just in time for the spooky Halloween season we are discussing some of the best books and movies to read for the month! Meg and Gina are joined by special guest... Library Associate Ms. Mesha. If you enjoy horror, thrillers, and suspense this episode is for you. We also read some frightening short stories. Tune in for the fright!

We're getting ready for our library's annual Star Wars Reads Day program. Gina and Meg are joined by local CSRA artist extraordinaire Xavier Jones. This year he is the featured artist for Star Wars Reads Day. Learn about all of the fun filled Star Wars virtual and in-person events happening at the Augusta-Richmond County Public Libraries. Also listen to us discuss art, sci-fi literature, the origins of Star Wars, and the influence Japanese culture and Anime has had on this mega successful sci-fi franchise.

This week we are talking about all things Banned Books Week. We also have a special guest on this week's episode. Please be aware that we do mention some sensitive subjects concerning Banned Books on this episode. Learn about all of the old and new books that have been banned in the past and present from libraries. Check out some of our favorite banned books and tune in for more information!

This week join Gina and Meg as they discuss discuss all things games in celebration of National Video Game Day! We’ll talk about popular video games that are good for the whole family, books inspired by video games, and more!

The library is full of so many different genres. Join Gina and Meg as they discuss the amazing manga turned anime Fruits Basket by Natsuki Takaya. Learn about the characters, themes, and overall plot. Plus, learn a little history behind the terms anime, manga, and where to watch or read it.  If you are new to anime and manga or if you are a veteran otaku who needs something new to read/watch tune in for a fun discussion!  

We've got the FIC, so stick with us! 

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Tune in for What’s the Fic? a library podcast every 2nd and 4th Wednesday at 2 p.m. starting August 25th, 2021. We’re discussing everything from literature to movies, gaming, education, anime, manga and more! You can find your next best read for all ages or learn what local resources your library has to offer right here! We’ve got the “FIC”, so stick with us!

Hosted by Gina and Meg, your friendly nerdy librarians. 

A podcast from Augusta-Richmond County Public Library System