Multnomah County Library Podcasts

Speaker: Berry Kruijning Are you going through a major life transition (career change, divorce, new relationship, empty nest) and feeling lost? Gain awareness about the core path to follow to life’s new destination and learn to face change with ease and confidence.  Cosponsored by Portland Community College, these free programs help you develop and increase your professional skills. Recorded Live at Central Library: January 18, 2018

Join us for a special preview of Portland Opera's upcoming production of Cosi Fan Tutte. The preview is hosted by Chorus Master and Assistant Conductor Nicholas Fox with musical highlights performed by singers Antonia Tamer, Kate Farrar, Aaron Short and Ryan Thorn --in a total of seven arias from the opera. For more information, visit Portland Opera. Recorded Live at Central Library: July 9, 2017  

Speaker: Dr. Andy Swanson Discover how what you eat affects the brain. Learn natural strategies that support the health of the nervous system, enhance neurological performance and prevent the onset of Alzheimer's, MS and other conditions. Co-sponsored by Portland Community College, Brown Bag Lunch and Learn programs help you develop and increase your professional skills. Recorded Live at Central Library: May 18, 2017

Speaker: Paul Iarrobino Discover the power of storytelling in your communication and how to deliver your business and personal messages in a more compelling way. Cosponsored by Portland Community College, Brown Bag Lunch and Learn programs help you develop and increase your professional skills. Recorded Live at Central Library: May 11, 2017

Speaker: Judith Sugg This program offers experiences of mindfulness and an explanation of why it can truly shift our life and work. It is a key ingredient in managing stress and conflict both in our personal lives and professional settings.  What do we mean by mindfulness? What are the benefits to bringing this awareness into our lives? Both traditional approaches to mindfulness and the research developed in the last 30 years will be incorporated into this program. The program is a combination of experiential exercises, presentation, and discussion. Judith Sugg has practiced and taught mindful techniques for 30 years. She is a business consultant and licensed counselor. Cosponsored by Portland Community College, Brown Bag Lunch and Learn programs help you develop and increase your professional skills. Recorded Live at Central Library: May 4, 2017

Join us for a special preview of Portland Opera's upcoming production of Puccini's La Bohème. The preview is hosted by Chorus Master and Assistant Conductor Nicholas Fox with musical highlights performed by Portland Opera's Resident Artists. For more information, visit Portland Opera. Recorded Live at Central Library: April 30, 2017

Speaker: Jennifer Anderson Learn ways to create a thriving career that's personally meaningful, financially rewarding, and rooted in your deep interests and passions.   Cosponsored by Portland Community College, Brown Bag Lunch and Learn programs help you develop and increase your professional skills. Recorded Live at Central Library: April 27, 2017

Speaker: Tasha Harmon Creativity is never more important than when you're searching for an answer. See how you can tap into your most creative self when tackling any problem. Cosponsored by Portland Community College, Brown Bag Lunch and Learn programs help you develop and increase your professional skills. Recorded Live at Central Library: February 2, 2017

Speaker: Steven Fulmer Steven Fulmer brings leadership to life with a dynamic 3D model that allows you to be an effective leader of yourself and others. His road map will guide you forward, focused and engaged, ready to turn impossible into possible.   Cosponsored by Portland Community College, Brown Bag Lunch and Learn programs help you develop and increase your professional skills. Recorded Live at Central Library: January 26, 2017

Speaker: Philip Mandel The holidays provide a great time to get together with family and friends, but they can also be stressful. Learn six stress-busting skills that will help you sail through the holidays almost stress free! Cosponsored by Portland Community College, Brown Bag Lunch and Learn programs help you develop and increase your professional skills. Recorded Live at Central Library: October 27, 2016  

Speaker: Brenda Burattti Are you overwhelmed with job and family demands in an increasingly stressful world? Ms. Buratti will help you to identify your priorities as well as time-wasters. Walk away with strategies to make the most of your valuable time. Cosponsored by Portland Community College, Brown Bag Lunch and Learn programs help you develop and increase your professional skills. Recorded Live at Central Library: October 20, 2016

Speaker: Michele Mather No need to quit your day job to have a Passion Project on the side. Want to tap your creativity, create more connection or identify a volunteer gig? Kickstart the process with Michele Mather and walk away with an outline to guide you. Cosponsored by Portland Community College, Brown Bag Lunch and Learn programs help you develop and increase your professional skills. Recorded Live at Central Library: October 13, 2016

Why are so many diverse books banned? Every year the library celebrates Banned Books Week and the freedom to read. Banned Books Week is an opportunity to call attention to the books most frequently targeted for censorship. Increasingly, books by diverse authors or about diverse communities wind up on the list of most challenged titles. Comic book authors Jonathan Hill (Americus), Anina Bennett (Boilerplate), and Tristan Tarwater (The Marauders' Island) will discuss this trend and express a vision for how greater inclusion means a stronger future for intellectual freedom. This panel discussion is presented and moderated by Charles Brownstein of the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund. Made possible by The National Endowment for the Humanities Fund of The Library Foundation. Recorded Live at Central Library: September 26, 2016

Speaker: Dr. Cohen Tal A healthier brain leads to a happier person. We will discuss the latest research on supplements, food, and lifestyle to improve the function of your brain. After this lecture, you will know how to boost your memory, your ability to relax, to concentrate and to be happy.   Recorded Live at Central Library: September 7, 2016

Speaker: Dr. Andy Swanson Discover how what you eat affects the brain. Learn natural strategies that support the health of the nervous system, enhance neurological performance and prevent the onset of Alzheimer's, MS and other conditions. Cosponsored by Portland Community College, Brown Bag Lunch and Learn programs help you develop and increase your professional skills. Recorded Live at Central Library: April 28, 2016

Speaker: Richard Stephens How are drones currently being used in the private and public sectors? What are the federal, state and local regulations regarding safety, privacy and property rights? What will be the future of this transforming technology? Cosponsored by Portland Community College, Brown Bag Lunch and Learn programs help you develop and increase your professional skills. Recorded Live at Central Library: April 21, 2016

A Celebration of National Poetry Month with five remarkable local poets! Carl Adamshick, author of Saint Friend Emily Kendal Frey, author of Sorrow Arrow Endi Bogue Hartigan, author of Pool: 5 Choruses Jessica Johnson, author of In Absolutes We Seek Each Other and Dao Strom, author of We Were Meant To Be A Gentle People Each poet reads from their recent work. Poetry is alive and well! Recorded Live at Central Library: April 30, 2016

Speaker: Vivian Fiallo Interested in finding out about your personality type? If so, please join Vivian Fiallo for a seminar where we look into a variety of personality types. Discover how to type others as well as the best ways to communicate with them. Cosponsored by Portland Community College, Brown Bag Lunch and Learn programs help you develop and increase your professional skills. Recorded Live at Central Library: April 14, 2016  

Speaker: Jennifer Anderson Branding is not just for organizations and products anymore! Join Jennifer Anderson to explore how to authentically foster what people associate with you when they hear your name. Boost your self-confidence and networking power.  Cosponsored by Portland Community College, Brown Bag Lunch and Learn programs help you develop and increase your professional skills. Recorded Live at Central Library: April 7, 2016  

Speaker: Elizabeth Hayes Seventy percent of the best jobs are obtained through networking! It is who you know that gets you through the door. Get tips and tools to develop the resources to move you forward in your job search. Cosponsored by Portland Community College, Brown Bag Lunch and Learn programs help you develop and increase your professional skills. Recorded live at Central Library: Recorded Live at  Central Library:February 4, 2016