Washtenaw Community College's Bailey Library Podcast aims to engage and inform our campus audience by highlighting diverse voices, current trends, and valuable resources available at our library. Through dynamic interviews and insightful discussions, we strive to foster a sense of connection and curiosity among students, faculty and the broader community.
April’s Library Podcast shares a discussion about National Pet Month, focusing on your pet’s well-being.
Information on pet tips and Washtenaw County Ordinance rules and policies:
A $1,000 Dog Grooming Session? The Wellness Industry Is Booming. - The New York Times (https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/09/business/dog-grooming-wellness-costs.html?searchResultPosition=1) from the New York Times campus database
Hobbies & Crafts database - searched for pets – taking your pet to Europe, chickens…..
pets - Search results - EBSCOhost Research Databases (https://research.ebsco.com/c/jg2qnh/search/results?q=pets&autocorrect=y&db=cfh&expanders=concept&limiters=FT%3AY%2CDT1%3A2025-03-16%2F2026-03-16&searchMode=all&searchSegment=all-results&skipResultsFetch=true&sqId=sq%3A9b4aacd6-13d0-4445-8d80-7c0cd5afc7a3)
Pet care | American Veterinary Medical Association (https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare)
National Pet Wellness Month - Expert Interview & Advocacy Guide (https://www.vettechcolleges.com/blog/national-pet-wellness-month)
Primary Care | College of Veterinary Medicine at MSU (https://cvm.msu.edu/hospital/services/primary-care) Michigan State University
Washtenaw County ordinance rules and policies
Dog Licensing | Washtenaw County, MI - Official Website (https://www.washtenaw.org/1161/Dog-Licensing)
Dog Park Rules & Policies | Washtenaw County, MI - Official Website (https://www.washtenaw.org/708/Dog-Park-Rules-Policies)
Resolution for Humane Pet Acquisition Ordinance unanimously passed by Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners - HSHV (https://www.hshv.org/humanepetacquisitionordinance/) - A humane pet acquisition resolution also prohibits the sale of pets from commercial mills
23 Mar 2026
Episode 17: The Making of a Science Podcast with STEM Scholars
March’s Library Podcast shares the history of the WCC STEM Scholars program and interviews with several STEM Scholar students sharing their journey.
17 Feb 2026
Episode 16: All things music and Michigan
From Motown roots to rock legends, this podcast celebrates the sounds and stories of musicians with deep ties to Michigan. This February, we spotlight artists born in the Great Lakes State—kicking things off with Detroit native Alice Cooper, born this month and born to rock.
5 Jan 2026
Episode 15: Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. and His Connection to Washtenaw County
January’s Library Podcast will explore the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. and his connection to Washtenaw County.
18 Dec 2025
Episode 14: Let's Talk About Fitness
While May is officially National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, the holiday season naturally prompts us to reflect on our eating habits and overall well-being. December’s podcast focuses on fitness and all the resources and services offered by WCC.
5 Nov 2025
Episode 12: International Games Month
This month’s library podcast discussion focuses on November’s International Games Month, bringing communities together to read, learn, and play.
15 Oct 2025
Episode 11: Library Events for Fall Semester
This month’s library podcast discussion focuses on the Bailey Library’s fall semester programs, events, activities, and displays. From poetry readings and financial literacy workshops to the Homeless Sleeping Mats project and therapy dog visits. With book talks, crafts, and more, there’s something for everyone this season at your library.
9 Sept 2025
Episode 10: Diverse Foods
In this month’s library podcast discussion, we will talk about diverse foods by focusing on the library’s excellent cookbook collections and other resources. The podcast will also focus on food anthropology, which will tie local culture and history to the foods we eat.
6 May 2025
Episode 9: WCC Bailey Summer Reads
In this month’s Library podcast discussion, we’ll highlight books that can help kickstart your summer reading. As you may know, the Bailey Library has an excellent Browsing Collection featuring books for pleasure reading, including titles on the national bestseller list. We also recommend many new book titles from our collection.
3 Apr 2025
Episode 8: WCC Bailey Library Earth Day Discussion
April’s Earth Day Library Podcast explores a diverse range of events and themes focused on sustainability and environmental awareness. Key topics include college-wide activities such as tree planting and attending events like the Resilient Dandelion. The podcast also emphasizes local connections with nature, addresses broader issues like climate change, and encourages individual actions to make a difference.
5 Mar 2025
Episode 7: WCC Bailey Library Living Stories 2025
Description:
March’s Library Podcast explores the history of the WCC Bailey Library’s Living Stories.
What is Living Stories?
Living Stories brings the experiences of our campus community to life. Visitors select a story and sit down with that real live person to hear their tale, engage in a dialog, and work toward breaking down barriers and eliminating prejudice. Don't miss out on this event on Wednesday March 19th from 11am - 3pm.
Interviews:
Claire Sparkling, WCC Communications Instructor
Molly Ledermann, WCC faculty librarian
Five WCC Communications Students
5 Feb 2025
Episode 6: WCC Food Forest
February’s Library Podcast explores the WCC Food Forest designed by students to help feed students, improve food resiliency in the area, and prevent climate change.
16 Jan 2025
Episode 5 : WCC Seed Library Celebrating 10 years, 2015-2025
The Seed Library at Bailey Library empowers the community to grow their own food by providing free access to organic, non-GMO seeds, along with resources for gardening and seed-saving education. This initiative supports sustainability, food security, and pollinator-friendly practices while fostering a love for gardening and environmental stewardship.
4 Dec 2024
Episode 4: Discover the Future of Work: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Your Career – Join Our Podcast!
Listen to the podcasters from Bailey Library and their three special guests this month as they discuss artificial intelligence. Each interview highlights the presence of AI in their respective professions.
6 Nov 2024
Episode 3: Hunger and Homelessness Week Library Podcast
The November Bailey Library Podcast is joined by WCC Carol Tinkel and her work study student Kendall Delong for a discussion about hunger and homelessness and the WCC Student Services Homeless mats project.
24 Oct 2024
Episode 2: Halloween Favorites
To celebrate Halloween, we asked staff of the Bailey Library and the Learning Resources Division to talk about their favorite spooky books, movies or songs – listen in for some Halloween recommendations! In addition, your hosts preview upcoming events in the Bailey Library.
11 Sept 2024
Episode 1: Freed between the lines: Banned Books Podcast
Get ready to dive into the world of banned books! Join the Bailey Library Podcast hosts for a lively chat where we'll uncover the wild stories behind some of the most challenged books in the U.S. with special guest Maureen Perault. This year’s Banned Books Week theme, "Freed Between the Lines," celebrates the power of reading and the freedom to explore new ideas. Mark your calendars for September 22-28, 2024, and come prepared to embrace the rebellious side of literature!
20 Aug 2024
Episode 0: Introduction to Our Podcast!!!
Hello, and Welcome to the WCC Bailey Library Podcast trailer. The Bailey Library podcast aims to engage and inform our campus audience by highlighting diverse voices, current trends, and valuable resources available at our library. Through dynamic interviews and insightful discussions, we strive to foster a sense of connection and curiosity among students, faculty, and the broader community. We plan to release our first Podcast about Banned Books in September.
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