Podcast Library

We are building a library of our programs of note and interest.  To listen to a podcast, click on the icon.  To save a podcast, right-click on the icon and click "Save Target."

What's a Podcast?


1. Another Great Evening with Tim Skubick     
October 16, 2006.  63 minutes.

The Dean of the Capitol Press Corps and host of PBS news magazine "Off the Record," Tim Skubick returns to SLDL to discuss Michigan politics, the races for Governor and U.S. Senate, and to preview his new book, See Dick and Jen Run...for Governor.  The library's Lisa Donner provides the introduction.


2. Hunting Shipwrecks with the MSRA     
November 9, 2006.  79 minutes.

On the eve of the 31st Anniversary of the Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald, a large group gathered at SLDL to hear the exploits of the Michigan Shipwreck Research Associates.  Listen to tales of their amazing discoveries and their quest to uncover the mysteries of some of the Great Lakes' greatest wrecks.  Join Craig Rich and Jack and Valerie Olson van Heest, on a trips of adventure as they search for lost ships and try to solve the disappearance of Flight 2501.  The library's Lisa Donner provides the introduction.


3. Operation Homecoming: An Evening with Andrew Carroll     
December 12, 2006.  49 minutes.

Meet Andrew Carroll, a man with a mission.  His mission?  To honor America's veterans and those currently on active duty by preserving their war correspondence.  Andrew Carroll, Founder and Director of the Legacy Project, is also the editor of a number of best sellers, including Operation Homecoming and War Letters.  The library's Chris Davis provides the introduction.


4. Potential Impact of Climate Changes in West Michigan      
April 29, 2008.  89 minutes.

Communities around the Great Lakes are considering the regional environmental and economic effects of global climate change.  Join Dan O’Keefe, Sea Grant Extension Educator for Southwest Michigan for a review of changes that have already occurred and a look at the forecast for future trends.


5. On the Record with Tim Skubick     
October 14, 2008.  66 minutes.

Tired of hearing about politics this election season?  Don't give up on the political scene until you hear Tim Skubick speak.  With 38 years of experience as a political journalist, Skubick has the inside track on state and national politics.  Knowledgeable and amusing, he will entertain you with his take on all things political.  The library's Lisa Donner provides the introduction.


6. Meet the 89th Legislative District Candidates     
October 22, 2008.  76 minutes.

Mark Brooky of the Grand Haven Tribune moderates this candidate forum between two of the three candidates vying for the 89th State House seat in the 2008 election.  Join Republican incumbent Arlan Meekhof and Democratic challenger Timothy Winslow for this revealing forum.  The library's Lisa Donner provides the introduction.


7. Economic Crisis:  What Looms Ahead?    
October 28, 2008.  94 minutes.

The current economic forecast is for storms ahead.  What can you do about the situation?  Arm yourself with information!  Dr. Daniel Giedeman from the Seidman School of Business at Grand Valley State University will present useful information about the current financial crisis, credit and debt, and their global implications.  The library's Lisa Donner provides the introduction.


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