Phil Morehart
philmorehart.bsky.social
Phil Morehart
@philmorehart.bsky.social
Journalist. Host of the How I Library podcast. Chicago.

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Hi folks. In our new episode, we welcome two writers who capture unique aspects of the Indigenous American experience in their work: Kyle Edwards, author of “Small Ceremonies,” and Angeline Boulley, author of “Sisters in the Wind.” Find it at the link in our bio or wherever you listen to podcasts.
December 3, 2025 at 7:10 PM
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In our new episode, we speak with award-winning author and illustrator Grace Lin about her new book for young readers, “The Gate, the Girl, and the Dragon," museum exhibitions of her artwork, book bans, and of course, libraries. Find it at the link in our bio or wherever you listen to podcasts!
November 17, 2025 at 10:14 PM
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In our new episode, we welcome Jerry Drake, author of “Hazel Was a Good Girl: Solving the Murder that Inspired Twin Peaks” to discuss the 1908 cold case that helped inspire "Twin Peaks," its related hauntings, libraries, and more. Find it at the link in our bio or wherever you listen to podcasts.
November 2, 2025 at 11:30 PM
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In our new episode, we speak with author Joe Hill about his new scary epic, “King Sorrow.” We also get into his favorite horror movies and novels, writing for comics, seeing his work adapted by others, book bans, libraries, and more. Find it at the link in our bio or wherever you listen to podcasts.
October 24, 2025 at 9:13 PM
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In the new episode of the “How I Library” podcast, we welcome actor, activist, and icon George Takei to the show to discuss his new graphic novel, "It Rhymes with Takei," his life and career, and, of course, how he libraries. Find it at the link in our bio or wherever you listen to podcasts.
October 14, 2025 at 5:49 PM
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In the new episode of the “How I Library” podcast, actor, author, and musician David Duchovny joins us to discuss his new book of poetry, “About Time: Poems,” his writing and music influences, book bans, and, of course, libraries. Find it at the link in our bio or wherever you listen to podcasts.
September 22, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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In the new episode of the “How I Library” podcast, we welcome award-winning author and illustrator Brian Selznick (“The Invention of Hugo Cabret”). Selznick joins the show to discuss his beautiful new YA novel, “Run Away with Me.” Find it at the link in our bio or wherever you listen to podcasts.
August 24, 2025 at 2:53 PM
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New #HowILibrary episode: Phil Morehart chats with magician, actor & author Penn Jillette about his new novel "Felony Juggler," magic & skepticism, growing up with libraries, book bans, and more. ilovelibraries.org/article/how-...
'How I Library' Episode 20: Penn Jillette
In episode 20 of the “How I Library” podcast, show host and I Love Libraries editor Phil Morehart speaks with magician, actor, and author Penn Jillette from the Emmy Award-winning magic and comedy duo...
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August 11, 2025 at 5:17 PM
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This month, we welcome Penn Jillette from magic and comedy duo Penn and Teller to the show to discuss his new novel, “Felony Juggler,” magic and skepticism, the importance of libraries in his life growing up, book bans, and more. Find it at the link in our bio or wherever you listen to podcasts.
August 5, 2025 at 5:47 PM
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New #HowILibrary episode: Phil Morehart talks with Nick Brooks, author of "Promise Boys" and the new YA thriller "Up in Smoke," a murder mystery set during a BLM protest.
It’s part whodunit, part revolution.
Listen to the full conversation:
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June 23, 2025 at 4:23 PM
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In our new episode, we welcome Nick Brooks, the acclaimed author of the YA thriller, “Promise Boys.” His latest book, “Up In Smoke,” follows the events that spiral after a murder is committed during a Black Lives Matter protest. Find it at the link in our bio or wherever you listen to podcasts.
June 16, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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🎧 New #HowILibrary episode!
Meet Texas teens Marium Zahra & Aruja Misra, participants in the "On Our Minds" podcast from PBS News Student Reporting Labs.
They talk banned books, podcasting, and the school librarian who inspired them.

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May 23, 2025 at 5:48 PM
In the new episode of the How I Library podcast, I'm joined by Dawn Logsdon and Lucie Faulknor, directors of the new documentary, “Free for All: The Public Library,” which premieres tonight, April 29, on PBS. A fascinating talk. Find it at the link in my bio or wherever you listen to podcasts.
April 29, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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In our new episode, we welcome filmmakers Dawn Logsdon and Lucie Faulknor to discuss their must-see new documentary, “Free for All: The Public Library,” which premieres April 29 on PBS’s Independent Lens. ilovelibraries.org/article/how-...
April 27, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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Libraries showed up big at #C2E2! From cosplay to comics censorship, librarians and library lovers took the spotlight.
Read how ALA helped bring the library love to 100,000+ fans.
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📚💙 #LibComix
April 18, 2025 at 6:52 PM
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#NationalLibraryWeek Honorary Chairs @goraina.bsky.social and
@scottmccloud.bsky.social talk about their love for libraries and their new collaboration, The Cartoonists Club, on the current episode of How I Library. It's a fun and fascinating talk.
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April 10, 2025 at 9:12 PM
Hey, folks. In the new episode of the “How I Library” podcast, I speak with comic book artists—and National Library Week co-chairs—Raina Telgemeier and Scott McCloud. They join the show to discuss their new book, The Cartoonists Club, and more. Check it out at the link in my bio. Thanks.
April 10, 2025 at 4:12 PM
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In our new episode, we speak with Eric Rogers, the creator, executive producer, and showrunner of the animated series for kids, “Angry Birds: Mystery Island." He joins us to discuss “Angry Birds,” his writing career, what goes into making a TV show, book bans, and how he libraries.
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February 28, 2025 at 8:18 PM
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At one Ohio school, 6th graders didn’t just study poverty, they took real steps to address food disparity in their community. Their Poverty and Philanthropy class connected students with local organizations, leading to hands-on experiences that made a real impact.
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February 21, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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With support from a $10,000 grant from ALA, the Mark Twain Library in Connecticut has begun circulating memory kits designed to help families and friends connect with loved ones experiencing memory loss.
Read the full story: ilovelibraries.org/article/maki...
#ForOurLibraries
February 13, 2025 at 8:51 PM
Jan 14-Feb 2 watchlist: A Complete Unknown (liked it but it’s basically Dylan cosplay for Dylan fans, pretty empty overall but entertaining), The Vourdalak (holy shit, this is what I wanted from Nosferatu), Somebody Somewhere: Season One (perfect in every way).
February 4, 2025 at 11:43 PM
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Congrats to author Jason Reynolds for winning the Coretta Scott King Book Award this morning for his book, “Twenty-four Seconds from Now.…” He joined us last year to discuss his writing, music, and more. Revisit the conversation in our May 2024 episode. on.soundcloud.com/2FUhwDhQWq9d...
January 27, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights has announced that it is arbitrarily dismissing student and parent complaints arising out of public schools’ documented acts of censorship and discrimination.
Our response: Book bans are real.
Full statement ➡️ www.ala.org/news/2025/01...
January 26, 2025 at 10:10 PM
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ICYMI: For the special Halloween episode of the "How I Library" podcast, we spoke with actor and writer David Dastmalchian! He joined the show to discuss his love of comic books and horror movies, his comic writing career, and of course, how he libraries. on.soundcloud.com/1cu7FkLNk1rH...
January 15, 2025 at 8:50 PM