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Library Exchange Podcast

Library Leaders - Julie & Jan
Literacy
School Libraries
Five Kinds Of Nonfiction
Grant Funding For Libraries
Education
AI In Libraries
Library Of Things
Los Angeles Public Library
STEAM Education
Hip Hop Storytime
Professional Development For Teachers
Pop-Up Museum
Branding
Parent and Community Engagement
Leadership In Schools
Educational Technology
Diversity In Children's Literature
Book Selection Lifecycle
Technology Integration
Information Literacy

Welcome to Library Exchange, the ultimate podcast for school librarians! Whether you’re a seasoned library media specialist or just starting your journey, this podcast is your go-to resource for all things related to the world of school librarianship. Each episode dives into the role of a school librarian offering practical tips, expert insights, and inspiration.

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Tiki Love
Former high school language arts teacher and librarian; leadership advocate
Former Baltimore County educator; leadership mentor
Episode: The Leadership Mindset - E214
Craig Coleman
Coordinator of Library Media Services for Clayton County Schools; former middle school science teacher
Clayton County Schools
Episode: Policy, Practice, and Selection - E213
Keith Curry Lance
Renowned sociologist and consultant
Colorado State Library (former)
Episode: Librarian Impact - E211
Amanda Hunt
The NextGen Librarian, educator with 21 years' experience
The NextGen Librarian (social persona)
Episode: Serving the In-Between - E210
Billy Allen
Founder of Three King Visions, librarian advocate and mentor
Three King Visions
Episode: Literacy With a Beat - E209
Mike Rawls
Elementary School Librarian; Teacher of the Year (2018) and School Librarian of the Year (Atlanta Public Schools)
Atlanta Public Schools
Episode: Promoting Reading With Purpose - E208
Allie Cornejo
Former science and English teacher, now 10th-year high school librarian
Harlingen School of Health Professions (Harlingen, TX)
Episode: 2026 School Librarian of the Year - E207
Kathy Schmidt
Library Media Technology Specialist at Brock Elementary
Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools
Episode: Community Partnerships - E206
Lori McGovern
Leader of school libraries in media services
Newton County Schools, Georgia
Episode: Lead with Branding - E205

Hosts

Julie Saunders
Host of Library Exchange Podcast
Jan Wilson
Co-host of Library Exchange Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Great new library podcast

    Loved the first episode! Confirmed some things I’d heard before and found several ideas we can incorporate immediate into our media program!

    Apple Podcasts
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    mabg97
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Strong focus on equity and community impact.
Good mix of policy, strategy, and on-the-ground tips.
Hosts & guests feel authentic and well-informed.
Relatable for busy librarians juggling programs and parents.
Gives practical ideas I can try next week.

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Global Voices for Libraries - E118
Q: What advice would you give librarians worldwide to overcome barriers and advocate effectively?
Key advice includes building relationships with supervisors and principals, aligning work with school plans, showcasing impact through annual reports and evidence of student learning, sharing professional literature, and engaging with local and national library associations to advocate.
Global Voices for Libraries - E118
Q: From the census results, what did you find about dual-qualified teacher librarians and overall library staffing?
The census showed a decline in dual-qualified teacher librarians from 23% in 2019 to 15% in 2024, with many staff working part-time and limited time to fulfill roles; only 18% of schools had someone with any library qualification beyond basic staff.
Global Voices for Libraries - E118
Q: So as we get started, tell us about the number of schools in South Australia and enrollment.
Hajnalka explains there are over 780 schools in South Australia, with Concordia College in Adelaide hosting around 850-900 secondary students and about 1,400 total across campuses. She notes the mix of government, Catholic, independent, and Lutheran schools.
Library STEAM - E124
Q: So Cannon, how about the verbal exit ticket? Can you talk about that?
Cannon explains using verbal exit tickets to identify great collaborators and reflect on challenges, with prompts about what teams did well or what they would do differently, tying reflection to social-emotional learning.
Library STEAM - E124
Q: Can you tell us about your school and staff to get us started?
She describes an elementary school with 560 students in a large district, a fully inclusive setting, and a three-person collaboration for STEAM—librarian, advanced academics resource teacher, and a technology teacher—teaming up to deliver the program.

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What is Library Exchange Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two seasoned hosts guide conversations focused on school librarianship, with episodes spanning policy, book selection, equity in access to materials, family and community partnerships, leadership, and practical program ideas. Guests range from district library leaders to literacy advocates and frontline librarians, offering real-world strategies for managing collections, communicating governance, and building engaging learning environments. The format emphasizes actionable takeaways, collaboration with teachers and families, and scalable programs for K-12 libraries, making it useful for listeners seeking concrete, implementable guidance.

A standout aspect is the consistent emphasis on equity, community engagement, and leadership as levers ... more

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2. Craig Coleman
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4. Amanda Hunt
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6. Mike Rawls
7. Allie Cornejo
8. Kathy Schmidt

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