The Information Place

Special Issue - Batman Day 2026

For the special one year anniversary of the Spinner Rack (and Batman Day of course), we are talking all things Gotham. From blind ranking the colorful rogues gallery and Batman's own caped companions, to discussing what the library has in store to celebrate, this episode is packed with the Dark Knight. Plus, we discuss an older, seemingly forgotten run that caught our attention for both its occult themes and wild lore implications, and the newest DC animated film, Batman: Knightfall. Mentioned in this issue: Dark Knight, Dark City - Want to see the wild run we mentioned for yourself? It's available instantly on Hoopla. Batman: Knightfall - Check out a copy of the newest DC animated movie from a branch near you! Trade Paperbacks and Graphic Novels at CCPL – Still want more Batman? Browse the collection of comic books and graphic novels available from the Clark County Public Library. CCPL Events – See what events and activities are taking place at the Clark County Public Library. Have a segment suggestion or book discussion idea? Send an email to sperez@ccplohio.org.

The Spinner Rack - Special Batman Day 2026 Issue

Skye and Jonathan are back with a special anniversary episode! Yep, it has been one year since the Spinner Rack launched, sort of. A year ago Skye and Jonathan published their first podcast for 2025's Batman Day as a one off, which led to the Spinner Rack. This year's episode has some fun blind rankings, and a look at a Batman story that gave Jonathan childhood trauma: Dark Knight, Dark City, and more. So grab your favorite Batman blanket, or fire up your favorite Arkham game, grab a tasty beverage, and relax as we talk about all things Batman!

Issue 06 - Brand New Day

This month's issue of the Spinner Rack has one singular focus: Spider-man: Brand New Day! If you want to stay spoiler-free make sure to watch the film first before coming back to hear Jonathan and Skye's in depth review. From their feelings on the cast of characters, to delighting in the small details, to discussing why this might be the movie that lures Skye back to the MCU for the first time in over a decade, they're talking about it all. And for the disappointed DC fans, keep an eye out for a special Batman Day episode later this month! Mentioned in this issue: CCPL Events – See what events and activities are taking place at the Clark County Public Library. Have a segment suggestion or discussion topic idea? Send an email to sperez@ccplohio.org.

Shelf Help Shenanigans: Episode 01 - Grief

Patron Advocate Katie Miller and Reference Associate, and Information Place Podcast extraordinaire, Amanda Bechtel discuss one of the most human of experiences, grief. In this episode, they normalize this experience through exploring examples of grief and discussing different forms of media that depict grief. Disclaimer: This episode goes over topics pertaining to grief, which includes brief mentions of death, depression, and suicide. You are encouraged to pause or close this episode to care for yourself. If you are having thoughts of suicide, homicide, or self-harm, or are experiencing any sort of mental health crisis, please call or text 988 or go to your nearest emergency room for help. The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Issue 05 - It's the Scooby Apocalypse!

It's our first ever listener suggestion episode! Strap in as Jonathan and Skye discuss their thoughts on The Scooby Apocalypse, Volume 1, as suggested by wonderful PR manager Allison. While we always start our discussions relatively spoiler-free, if the premise sounds interesting, take a moment to read Volume 1 for yourself before we get into too many details! The Spinner Rack also takes a trip down memory lane talking about Skye's recently acquired '90s Kenner action figures. Mentioned in this issue: The Scooby Apocalypse, Volume 1 - Did we pique your interest? Need to see this month's recommendation for yourself? It's available instantly through Hoopla! Hoopla – Sign up for Hoopla with your email address and library card to access thousands of digital graphic novels, single issue comics, and trade paperbacks, available for instant check out. No need to wait in a weeks-long hold line for a single issue! Trade Paperbacks and Graphic Novels at CCPL – Browse the collection of comic books and graphic novels available from the Clark County Public Library. CCPL Events – See what events and activities are taking place at the Clark County Public Library. Have a segment suggestion or discussion topic idea? Send an email to sperez@ccplohio.org.

Issue 04 - Rite of Spring and Supergirl (2026)

From the Rite of Spring, to Supergirl summer, this month's issue is a breakdown of Skye and Jonathan's thoughts on some of the comic media they've consumed over the last month. If you want to hear our spoiler-filled thoughts on Beneath the Trees Where No One Sees: Rite of Spring and Supergirl (2026), then this is the episode for you! Mentioned in this issue: CCPL Events – See what events and activities are taking place at the Clark County Public Library. Summer Challenge - Learn more about our Summer Challenge programs, tracking your activities in Beanstack, and how to win prizes! Trade Paperbacks and Graphic Novels at CCPL – Browse the collection of comic books and graphic novels available from the Clark County Public Library. Have a segment suggestion or discussion topic idea? Send an email to sperez@ccplohio.org.

Issue 03 - The Runs We Love to Hate

This month on The Spinner Rack, we stir up some drama! Jonathan and Skye discuss their top five most disliked runs, their reasons for the hate, and invite viewer feedback on their choices. On a more positive note, they also talk about the 2026 Eisner award nominees and some recent reads they've enjoyed. The Spinner Rack is also taking listener recommendations! If there's a graphic novel, comic, or manga you love and want us to read, send it to sperez@ccplohio.org and we might discuss it on the next episode. (Please limit suggestions to works under 200 pages due to time constraints.) Mentioned in this issue: Hoopla – Sign up for Hoopla with your email address and library card to access thousands of digital graphic novels, single issue comics, and trade paperbacks, available for instant check out. No need to wait in a weeks-long hold line for a single issue! Trade Paperbacks and Graphic Novels at CCPL – Browse the collection of comic books and graphic novels available from the Clark County Public Library. Have a segment suggestion or discussion topic idea? Send an email to sperez@ccplohio.org.

Episode 19 - Summer Challenge 2026: Unearth a Story

How many times can Sonya, Catie, and Amanda mention Harrison Ford in one episode? Turns out the answer is "several"! In between Harrison Ford chat, they also talk about the 2026 Summer Challenge. This year's theme is Unearth A Story so dinosaurs and archaeologists abound! Be sure to check out the links below or stop in at any location to see what you can dig up at the library! Mentioned in this episode: Unearth a Story: Summer Challenge 2026 - Details on how the Summer Challenge works, where to sign up, and the great prizes you could win! Summer Challenge Events & Programs at CCPL - A list of all the cool Summer Challenge specific events and programs on offer at CCPL this summer! Want a handy printed version? Stop in at any branch location to pick up our giant flyer of Summer Challenge fun! Beanstack - Sign up with Beanstack to log your Summer Challenge activities for the chance to earn freebies and be entered in the grand prize drawings! Download the Beanstack Tracker app or visit the website at ccplohio.beanstack.org. All CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode and all of the other fun you can find at the Clark County Public Library! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Episode 18 - Mental Health Resource Fair

Patron Advocate Katie Miller and Adult Programming Specialist Catie Stewart step back into the booth to talk about the upcoming Mental Health Resource Fair at the Main Library. Mentioned in this episode: Mental Health Resource Fair 2026 - Visit the Mental Health Resource Fair at the Main Branch to discover many of the local organizations offering mental health services to Clark County. Free Comic Book Day - Celebrate Free Comic Book Day at the Library! Take a look at all of the events going on at CCPL locations and be sure to listen to the Free Comic Book Day episode of The Spinner Rack. CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode and all of the other fun you can find at the Clark County Public Library! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Issue 02 - Free Comic Book Day at the Library

Welcome back to The Spinner Rack, this time with special guest Miri! In this month's issue, they discuss Free Comic Book Day, what they are excited to see on offer, and the multitude of awesome events happening at the Clark County Public Library that day. *Slight correction: To complete your Superfan stamp card, you will need 8 stamps, not the 5 stated. Apologies for any confusion! Mentioned in this issue: Free Comic Book Day at the Library – See the list of Free Comic Book Day events and which branch they are taking place at. Trade Paperbacks and Graphic Novels at CCPL – Browse the collection of comic books and graphic novels available from the Clark County Public Library. CCPL Events – See what events and activities are taking place at the Clark County Public Library.

Issue 01 - Welcome to the Spinner Rack

Skye and Jonathan are back again, this time with the first episode of their new comic and graphic novel podcast, The Spinner Rack! In this month's issue, they discuss the latest Marvel and DC trailer releases, upcoming Titans runs, and Skye faces the daunting task of blind ranking Batman: The Animated Series characters. Mentioned in this issue: Trade Paperbacks and Graphic Novels at CCPL – Browse the collection of comic books and graphic novels available from the Clark County Public Library. Libby – Libby has a vast collection of digital graphic novels, manga, and comics available for check out. Not sure where to begin? Check out the Comics Guide for recommendations! Hoopla – Sign up for Hoopla with your email address and library card to access thousands of digital graphic novels, single issue comics, and trade paperbacks, available for instant check out. No need to wait in a weeks-long hold line for a single issue! CCPL Events – See what events and activities are taking place at the Clark County Public Library. Have a segment suggestion or discussion topic idea? Send an email to sperez@ccplohio.org.

Episode 17 - Eisner Awards and The Spinner Rack

Did you go batty for our Batman Day bonus episode? Skye and Jonathan are back! This episode they're chatting with Amanda about the Eisner Awards. Want even more talk about comics and graphic novels? Keep an eye out for Skye and Jonathan's regular feature; The Spinner Rack! Mentioned in this episode: Graphic Novels at CCPL - Browse the collection of graphic novels available from the Clark County Public Library. hoopla - Hoopla has an extensive collection of graphic novels, comics, and manga. Borrow and enjoy these as well as audiobooks, eBooks, movies, TV, magazines, or music everywhere you have a screen-your computer, your phone, your car, even your TV. All you need is a library card! Hoopla syncs across all your devices, so you can stream titles immediately or whenever you're in the mood. Most titles can also be downloaded to your phone or tablet. Sign-up with your email address and library card and be sure to check out the 2025 Eisner Award Winners collection! Libby - Libby is a free app where you can enjoy ebooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines from your public library. You can stream titles with Wi-Fi or mobile data, or download them for offline use and read anytime, anywhere. All you need to get started is a library card. Not sure where to get started with comics, graphic novels, and manga? Take a look at the Comics Guide for suggestions from Libby librarians. CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode and all of the other fun you can find at the Clark County Public Library! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Happy New Year and a Message from the Director

Matt Naylor, Interim Director at the Clark County Public Library, wraps up the year with a round-up of all the new happenings at the library for 2025. Mentioned in this episode: Northridge and Tuttle Branches - Take a look at the newest CCPL locations through construction snapshots and photos from the grand opening celebrations. Be sure to visit in person, say hello to staff, and see all the fantastic things these new branches have to offer! Library of Things - A Library of Things breaks the mold of what a library typically offers with items ranging from board games, cones for driving test practice, CD players, book magnifiers, and much more. Plus, why buy when you can borrow? Check out the Bicycles tab for more information on the Bike Borrowing Program. CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities going on at the Clark County Public Library! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Episode 16 - November is for Gaming and Writing

Amanda chats about International Games Month and National Novel Writing Month and the Reference staff share their favorite games. Mentioned in this episode: The Great Courses Library Edition - Available through Libby Extras, The Great Courses Library Collection is a video on demand service brought to you by The Great Courses. With thousands of in-depth videos by the world's greatest professors, you'll always have something fascinating to learn about. There are never any commercials no matter how much you watch, and you can pause, rewind, fast forward or re-watch as often as you like. The best part is, it's free with your library card! Check out a 7-day pass through the Libby app and take a look at the Literature category for courses such as The Art of Storytelling, Writing Great Fiction, and How to Publish your Book! Gale Courses - Gale Courses offers a wide range of highly interactive, instructor led courses that you can take entirely online. As a library card holder in good standing, you are entitled to these courses at no cost. Courses run for six weeks and new sessions begin every month. Looking to brush up on your writing skills? Check out the Writing and Publishing category for courses like Beginning Writer's Workshop, Keys to Effective Editing, Beginner's Guide to Getting Published and many more! Board Games at CCPL - Did you know you can check out board games at the library? We also have TTRPG books and boxed sets! The weather outside is getting frightful, so stop by the library and plan your next cozy family game night. Once the weather warms up, be sure to check out the outdoor games available in our Library of Things! Video Games at CCPL - Get your game on with the library! Our collection includes games for PlayStation, Nintendo, and XBox (consoles not included). CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode and all of the other fun you can find at the Clark County Public Library! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Episode 15 - Spooky Story Spectacular!

Listeners beware, you're in for a scare! Come one, come all! The winners of the 2025 Spooky Short Story Contest are here to send shivers down your spine. Pull up a chair and listen to these tales of terror written by local young authors. 6-8 Runner-Up: "The Pumpkin Book" by Dylan (00:01:59) 6-8 Winner: "The Three Witches" by Riley, read by CCPL staff (00:04:39) 9-12 Runner-Up: "12.07" by Devyn (00:09:19) 9-12 Winner: "Turndown Service" by Matthew (00:14:33) Teen Runner-Up: "The Puppeteer" by Lillianna (00:20:17) Teen Winner: "The Crib" by Devyn, read by CCPL staff (00:27:12) The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

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Bonus Episode: Batman Day

Riddle me this, riddle me that, when is the day we celebrate the Bat...man? September 20th is Batman Day and some of our staff are very excited about it! Join Library Assistant Skye Perez and IT Manager Jonathan Knight as they share their love of all things Batman. Mentioned in this episode: Batman in the CCPL Collection - From comics to books, movies to games, and much more! Check out all of the Batman items available from CCPL. Comics on Hoopla - Whether you're looking for the classic Detective Comics, the new Absolute Batman, or anything in between, take a look at Hoopla's comics section for all your Dark Knight needs! CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities going on at your library! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Episode 14: CCPL Comedy Hour

Patron Advocate Katie Miller and Reference Librarian Zoë Spangler rejoin Amanda in the booth for a comedy cavalcade! Katie gives insight into comedy and mental health while Zoë stumps her cohosts with top comedy film trivia. Mentioned in this episode: Funny and Female - In honor of the first lady of comedy, Lucille Ball, check out some of these great films featuring other funny ladies. List courtesy of IMDb.com. Must-Read Humor - A mix of witty, satirical, and offbeat reads—this list blends classic humor with irreverent twists for laughs in all forms. From NoveList Plus, a trusted source of expert read-alike recommendations, available through libraries around the world. Spooky Short Story Contest - Attention young writers! It's time for the annual CCPL Spooky Short Story Contest! Open to Clark County residents age 6-18 (and still in high school), full contest details and submission requirements can be found on the library's website. CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode and many, many more! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Episode 13: The Summer Challenge Continues!

We're halfway through the 2025 Summer Challenge and halfway through the year. That makes this the perfect time to catch up with our January guests, Cathy Reid and Cindy Firman, to see how their yearly reading challenges are going. Mentioned in this episode: Color Our World: Summer Challenge 2025 - Check out our website for more information on the Summer Challenge, how to participate, and all the great programs and events this summer at CCPL! Beanstack - Sign up with Beanstack to log your Summer Challenge activities for the chance to earn freebies and be entered in the grand prize drawings! Download the Beanstack Tracker app or visit the website at ccplohio.beanstack.org. CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode and many, many more! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Episode 12 - Summer Challenge 2025: Color Our World

It's Summer Challenge time! Catie Stewart and Sonya Knisley return to give us the scoop on Clark County Public Library's 2025 Summer Challenge. This year's theme is Color Our World and the challenge runs from June 1st through July 31st. Be sure to sign up early and check out all the fun happening at your library! Mentioned in this episode: Color Our World: Summer Challenge 2025 - Check out our website for more information on the Summer Challenge, how to participate, and all the great programs and events this summer at CCPL! Beanstack - Sign up with Beanstack to log your Summer Challenge activities for the chance to earn freebies and be entered in the grand prize drawings! Download the Beanstack Tracker app or visit the website at ccplohio.beanstack.org. CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode and many, many more! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.

Episode 11 - The Butler Did It! Mystery Spotlight

Your presence is requested at The Information Place. You'll be joining your host, Amanda, and other esteemed guests, Cathy Hackett and Allison Peck, for a delightful evening of murder, mystery, and mayhem. And we would have gotten away with it, too, if it weren't for those meddling kids! Mentioned in this episode: The Great Courses - The Libby app has more to offer than great eBooks. Available through Libby Extras, The Great Courses offers engaging and understandable lectures by esteemed professors, professionals, and experts in topics ranging from history, better living, science, language learning, and much more. Checking out a 7-day pass gives you access to the full The Great Courses Library Collection including The Secrets of Great Mystery and Suspense Fiction taught by Professor David Schmid, Ph.D. Kanopy - Kanopy has over 30,000 documentaries, classic, and indie films available to Clark County Public Library cardholders. Looking for some of the British detective shows we mentioned in the episode? You're in luck! Death in Paradise, Midsomer Murders, and Father Brown are all available through Kanopy. Five Minute Mysteries - Check out this link to the Internet Archive for eighty-two stories from the Five Minute Mysteries radio show. Originally aired on the Mutual Broadcasting Network from August of 1947 to March of 1950, Five Minute Mysteries offered guest panelists the opportunity to play detective and guess the perpetrator before the solution to the crime was revealed at the end of the episode. CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode including the Mental Health Resource Fair, Tunes-n-Tales: There Was A Party For Langston, and many, many more! The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.