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Checking In, Checking Out
by Niles-Maine District Library
Checking In, Checking Out is the official podcast of Niles-Maine District Library.With each mini episode, we'll share a little bit of new or useful library-related information. Tune in for staff picks, book talks, technology news and more!
Episodes
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Live on the Trick or Treat Trail
Checking In, Checking Out is a podcast produced by The Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, record live at the library's Trick or Treat Trail on October 30, 2025.
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Episode 03 - Halloween Staff Recommendations
Checking In, Checking Out is a podcast produced by The Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we share staff recommendations for Halloween books and movies. To check out or place a hold on the titles discussed in this episode: https://nmdl.info/staff-recs-02 The music used at the…
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Episode 02: What's Next?
Checking In, Checking Out is a podcast produced by The Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about What’s Next?, a service that allows library users to get book recommendations from librarians based on their reading preferences. https://nmdl.info/whats-next
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Episode 01: Staff Picks
In this episode, we introduce the newly re-branded library podcast and share staff recommendations. https://nmdl.info/staff-recs-01
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Tech Bytes #43 - Digital Equity and Learn-to-Own
In this episode, we discuss an exciting opportunity to grow your digital skills and get connected at Niles-Maine District Library. https://www.nileslibrary.org/learn-to-own
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Tech Bytes #42 - Library of Things
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library about technology news and useful technology tips. In this episode, we discuss the Library’s newly rebranded Library of Things.
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Tech Bytes #41 - The Journey of a Library Book: Patron Services
In this episode, the last part of a mini series on the Journey of a Library book, we talk to Georgia, Patron Services Assistant Supervisor at Niles-Maine District Library about the role that her department plays in getting the book into a reader’s hands.
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Tech Bytes #40 - The Journey of a Library Book: Materials Services
In this episode, part of a mini series on the Journey of a Library book, we discuss the cataloging process with Elbert, Materials Services Assistant at Niles-Maine District Library.
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Tech Bytes #39 - The Journey of a Library Book: Collection Development
In this episode, part of a mini series on the Journey of a Library book, we discuss the collection development process with Youth Services L:ibrarian, Cate.
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Tech Bytes #38 - Valerie Marshall, Executive Director at Niles-Maine District Library
In this episode, we talk to Valerie Marshall, Executive Director of Niles-Maine District Library, to look back at her first year in that position and plans for the Library in 2025 and beyond.
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Tech Bytes #37 - Google Notebook LM & Telehealth in the Library
In this episode, we discuss Google’s new NotebookLM tool and a new Telehealth Booth at Waukegan Public Library.
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Tech Bytes #36 - New Resources Roundup
Tech Bytes #36 - New Resources Roundup by Niles-Maine District Library
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Tech Bytes #35 - AI and Smartphones
Tech Bytes #35 - AI and Smartphones by Niles-Maine District Library
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Tech Bytes #34 - Treehouse Coding Classes
In this episode, we take a look at Treehouse, an electronic resource for Niles-Maine cardholders who are interested in learning to code.
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Tech Bytes #33 - The End of Affordable Connectivity Program
In this episode, we get an update on the Affordable Connectivity Program, and look at what people who used it can expect now that it has gone away.
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Tech Bytes #32 - The Evolution of Talking Books Technology
In this episode, we take a look at the history of the technology used to provide Talking Books for people who are unable to read standard print material due to a permanent or temporary visual or physical disability. We also learn about the process for a patron to sign up for this program.
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Tech Bytes #31 - Podcast Transcriptions
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about podcast transcriptions - how we make and share them.
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Tech Bytes #30 - Listening to the Eclipse
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about the Light Sound Project and we listen to the audio of the April 8, 2024 Total Eclipse.
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Tech Bytes #29 - Kanopy on IndieWire.com
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about Kanopy, a movie and TV streaming resource from the public library, and an article on Indie Wire, which praises it as a streaming platform with staying...
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Tech Bytes #28 - Permission Slip from Consumer Reports
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about Permission Slip, an app from Consumer Reports which empowers users to take back control of their online personal information. Transcript: [Music - Tech...
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Tech Bytes # 27 - Maker Fest 2024
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this special episode, members of the community and attendees of Maker Fest 2024 try podcasting, and see what it is like to record their voices and stories.
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Tech Bytes #26 - Test Driving the Apple Vision Pro
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about Apple's newest product, the Vision Pro. I head over to the Apple store to demo the product and then give my impressions.
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Tech Bytes #25 - Artificial Intelligence in Political Advertising
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about a November 2023 article for the Brennan Center for Justice entitled "Generative AI in Political Advertising" by Christina LaChapelle and Catherine Tucker.
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Tech Bytes #24 - VPNs Explained
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we are joined by Josh from Digital Services for an explanation of VPNs - what are they and who needs them?
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Tech Bytes #23 - Paper
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about paper, and how with an app for every task under the sun, sometimes a piece of paper is still the best option.
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Tech Bytes #22 SIFTing Through Information
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about information literacy and the skills we can use to SIFT through information.
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Tech Bytes #21 - Do You Have the Key to the Paywall?
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about paywalls and how to access information through the public library without the subscription fees.
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Tech Bytes #20 - 3D Printing in the Library and On the Moon
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about 3D printing in the public library and 3D printing homes on the moon.
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Tech Bytes #19 - At Polish Heritage Fest
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, instead of technology, we celebrate the Polish heritage of our library community through stories, traditions, and music.
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Tech Bytes #18 - Artificial Intelligence in Publishing
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about two recent articles that look at different elements of how artificial intelligence is affecting book publishing.
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Tech Bytes #17 - Your Guide to Purchasing a Budget Laptop
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we are back with Josh, form Digital Services at Niles-Maine District Library, to talk about which factors to consider when buying a budget laptop.
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Tech Bytes #16 - Wi-Fi Download and Upload Speeds Explained
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we are joined by Josh, from Digital Services at Niles-Maine District Library, to talk about Wi-Fi speeds, how to understand them, and how to determine which speeds we...
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Tech Bytes #15 - Yahoo Account Locked Out
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about a recent change with Yahoo Mail on public computers in the Library.
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Tech Bytes #14 - Facebook Wants a Picture of My ID; Is that Weird?
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about what to do when Facebook asks you to submit a photo of your ID for identity verification purposes.
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Tech Bytes #13 - YouTube Ads: Blocking the Ad Blockers
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about YouTube's latest policy shift: blocking the ad blockers.
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Tech Bytes #12 - Video Games in the Library
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about video games and the history of gaming in libraries.
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Tech Bytes #11 - Forgot My Password, Forgot My Phone
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about email passwords, phone verifications, and the complicated relationship between the two.
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Tech Bytes #10 - New Electronic Resources at the Library
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about new electronic resources available at Niles-Maine District Library.
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Tech Bytes #9 - A Podcast about Making a Podcast
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about making a podcast at the Library. Near the end of the episode, four Library patrons try their hand at podcasting during a Podcasting Essentials library...
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Tech Bytes #8 - Mobile Device Printing
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about the options and roadblocks for printing from a mobile device at the Library.
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Tech Bytes #7 - Google Docs vs Microsoft Word
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about the differences between using Google Docs and Microsoft Word in the public library.
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Tech Bytes #6 - iPhone and iPad Storage Issues
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk the dreaded "Your device is running out of storage" notification. What it means, and what you can do about it.
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Tech Bytes #5 - Affordable Connectivity Program
Tech Bytes is a technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), a federal program that assists low-income houses get connected.
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Tech Bytes #4 - Analog Technology
Tech Bytes is a brand new technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we take a break from talking about some of the new, ground-breaking technology and tech issues and talk about analog technology at the Library.
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Tech Bytes # 3 - AI Chatbots
Tech Bytes is a brand new technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about AI Chatbots. What are they? What are they useful for? What should you know before using them?
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Tech Bytes #2 - Three Computer Security Tips
Tech Bytes is a brand new technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. In this episode, we talk about Computer Security Tips with our resident expert, Josh from Digital Services and IT. Josh’s Computer Security programs are the most popular...
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Tech Bytes #1 - Introduction & AI in Smartphone Cameras
Welcome to Tech Bytes - a brand new technology podcast, produced by the Digital Services department at Niles-Maine District Library. This week, we discuss an application of artificial intelligence that you may already be using with out knowing it!
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The Library Scoop #42 - Maker Fest
Welcome back! This episode was recorded at Maker Fest on February 25, 2023. Hear from the makers about what they make and how they got started. We will also be hearing from you! Attendees of all ages came and visited our podcast station and told us what they liked about Maker Fest, the library…
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The Library Scoop #41 - Rosie Camargo (Grief Series pt 3)
This week, Carleigh welcomes back Youth Librarian Rosie Camargo to the podcast. Rosie tells us about the holiday Dia de los Muertos, the traditions that go along with it, and some resources you can find to learn more. This is also our first dual language episode! You can hear this interview in...
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The Library Scoop #40 Christina Marfice (Grief Series pt. 2)
For episode two in our grief series, Carleigh talks to Christina Marfice. Christina has participated as both a "partier" and a host with The Dinner Party, and she tells us about her experiences doing both. Links: @cookingthroughgrief - https://www.instagram.com/cookingthroughgrief Tiny Beautiful...
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Checking In, Checking Out is the official podcast of Niles-Maine District Library.With each mini episode, we'll share a little bit of new or useful library-related information. Tune in for staff picks, book talks, technology news and more!
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