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Dr Toby Boraman is a lecturer in politics at Massey University. In this presentation he discusses economic inequality and its impact on voter behaviour and engagement with the electoral system. Co hosted by Seonaid Lewis on behalf of Auckland Libraries and Michelle Patient who appears courtesy of Ancestry ProGenealogists. Recorded on June 26 2020.

Grant Duncan, Associate Professor, Massey University, puts forward his thesis explaining how New Zealand's system of government may not be as democratic as we would like to think it is. Co hosted by Seonaid Lewis on behalf of Auckland Libraries and Michelle Patient who appears courtesy of Ancestry ProGenealogists. Recorded as part of a webinar series on June 26 2020.

Michael Giacon of LGBTQI+literary festival samesame but different is inspired and humbled by Finding Nevo by Nevo Zisin - an affirming and candid autobiography about coming out as "me." On Friday 24 to Sunday 26 July 2020, Nevo and other fascinating queer writers appear in Two to the Power of Five: The Power of Queer Words - five fantastic, free online conversations presented by samesame but different with support from Creative New Zealand. Listen to expert advice on a variety of popular titles rounded into two minutes of contemplation, curiosity and fun! You can find this book on our catalogue here: https://discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/iii/encore/record/C__Rb3363250

Alison and Ineka have been reading books about adulting in a world of weirdness and wellness influencers. Read more on the Auckland Libraries blog: http://aucklandlibrariesblog.blogspot.com/2020/07/books-and-beyond-literary-lounge-2.html Auckland Libraries' radio show Books and Beyond explores the world of books with guest authors, recommended reads, gems from the Central City Library basement and… beyond. This episode originally aired on Planet FM 104.6 on 19 July 2020.

Take a coastal adventure with oral historian Sue Berman, and her review of David Grange's The Frayed Atlantic Edge: A Historian's Journey from Shetland to the Channel - a poetic and well-researched social and natural history born of a year-long kayaking journey. Listen to expert advice on a variety of popular titles rounded into two minutes of contemplation, curiosity and fun! You can find this book on our catalogue here: discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/iii/encore/record/C__Rb3710729

In this episode, Alison and Ineka talk with Cathy Casey and Kees Lodder, two of the authors of Opening Little Boxes, written during the COVID-19 lockdown. Read more on the Auckland Libraries blog: http://aucklandlibrariesblog.blogspot.com/2020/07/books-and-beyond-opening-little-boxes.html Auckland Libraries' radio show Books and Beyond explores the world of books with guest authors, recommended reads, gems from the Central City Library basement and… beyond. This episode originally aired on Planet FM 104.6 on 12 July 2020.

In this episode, librarians Alison and Karen talk about their recent reads and their TBR lists and discuss how these relate to the current state of the world. Art really does imitate life. Read more on the Auckland Libraries blog: http://aucklandlibrariesblog.blogspot.com/2020/07/books-and-beyond-literary-lounge.html Auckland Libraries' radio show Books and Beyond explores the world of books with guest authors, recommended reads, gems from the Central City Library basement and… beyond. This episode originally aired on Planet FM 104.6 on 5 July 2020.

Plunge with Kezia into the political intrigue and murky machinations of the Tudor court as she reviews Hilary Mantel's 'The Mirror and the Light', the highly anticipated conclusion of the Thomas Cromwell trilogy. Listen to expert advice on a variety of popular titles rounded into two minutes of contemplation, curiosity and fun! You can find this book on our catalogue here: discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/iii/encore/record/C__Rb3630407

Library assistant Mark Gosper introduces the playlist Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland: Stories of Change. Let the journey begin! Music: Neil McLeod - Trems

Dr. Ian McGibbon recounts New Zealand's involvement in the Vietnam War. Image: 'Showing respect', Auckland, 1991, Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections Footprints 03498

The whetū (stars) guide us in this special Matariki episode of Books & Beyond. Alison and Ineka join fellow librarians Jenny Barnett, who is the Poutuitui Ahunga Māori (Māori Service Coach) and Teri Ta’ala who is the Poukōkiri Tapoko Tāpaenga (Senior Librarian – Māori Collections)for a kōrero covering everything from augmented reality to hearty vegetables as we celebrate this special time of year in Aotearoa. Read more on the Auckland Libraries blog: https://aucklandlibrariesblog.blogspot.com/2020/06/books-and-beyond-matariki-2020.html Auckland Libraries' radio show Books and Beyond explores the world of books with guest authors, recommended reads, gems from the Central City Library basement and… beyond. This episode originally aired on Planet FM 104.6 on 21 June 2020.

Listen to this fascinating commentary by Robert Eruera, Poukokiri Taonga Tuku Iho Maori, who delved into the Auckland Libraries Heritage Collection and selected a letter that was written by a Tainui rangatira, Rewi Maniapoto to the government of the day. Robert talks about how in these letters, Rewi uses the symbols of Matariki to assert rangatiratanga (self-determination) and mana by way of the written word from one “tihi maunga” (chief) Rewi to another “tihi maunga” (chief) government. Rewi Manga Maniapoto, c1870, Letter to the Government, GNZMA 715 https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/manuscripts/id/5031/rec/2

Listen to this fascinating commentary in te reo Māori by Robert Eruera, Poukokiri Taonga Tuku Iho Māori, who delved into the Auckland Libraries Heritage Collection and selected a letter that was written by a Tainui rangatira, Rewi Maniapoto to the government of the day. Robert talks about how in these letters, Rewi uses the symbols of Matariki to assert rangatiratanga (self- and mana by way of written word from one “tihi maunga” (chief) Rewi to another “tihi maunga” (chief) government. Rewi Manga Maniapoto, c1870, Letter to the Government, GNZMA 715 https://kura.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/digital/collection/manuscripts/id/5031/rec/2

In this track Daren Kamali gives a post Lockdown update on the reopening of the exhibition and shares a warm invitation to the community to visit. The dates of the exhibition have been extended until September 11th 2020. Interested in bringing in a group for a tour of the exhibition. Feel free to contact Daren to arrange a time. Daren.Kamali@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz You can visit the exhibition from 17 March - 13 September 2020 at Tāmaki Pātaka Kōrero Central City Library, Level 2, Mon-Fri 9am-5pm and Sat-Sun 10am -4pm. Waitui Ātea highlights the people of the Saltwater Realm, defined as the Pacific region. The exhibition conveys their rich culture embellished with custom and costume; their language articulated in stories and relayed in chants, songs, dance and music; and their saltwater homelands portrayed in images and brought alive by the saltwater communities that call Aotearoa home. Visitors to the exhibition will be able to experience rare and unique items from Auckland Libraries’ Heritage Collection

This episode comes to you on a somewhat sombre note, as we mark the worldwide protests in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. Alison and Ineka talk about being an ally to the cause and the rich resources available at libraries to help you lean in, listen and learn. Read more on the Auckland Libraries blog: http://aucklandlibrariesblog.blogspot.com/2020/06/books-and-beyond-being-uncomfortable.html Auckland Libraries' radio show Books and Beyond explores the world of books with guest authors, recommended reads, gems from the Central City Library basement and… beyond. This episode originally aired on Planet FM 104.6 on 14 June 2020.

As part of the archive 'A Snapshot in Time Covid-19' Sue Berman, oral historian, talked with colleague Brent Giblin from Research West on the last day of Level 3 Lockdown. In this track Brent shares what it has been like to work from home in his bubble of four; two working adults and two school aged teenagers. If you have any items you would like to contribute to the archive please contact us via email; Sharon.smith@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz Recorded using the internet video tool ZOOM on 13 May 2020. Image: Brent Giblin at his workstation, May 2020.

Jo's dipping her toes into the wine-dark sea with Madeline Miller's Circe - a century-spanning tale of an immortal woman exiled from two worlds, drawing on the power of magic and myth in the midst of loneliness. Listen to expert advice on a variety of popular titles rounded into two minutes of contemplation, curiosity and fun! You can find this book on our catalogue here: discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/iii/encore/record/C__Rb3434367

Alison and Ineka talk about their TBR lists, recent literary prize winners, love and logarithms. Read more on the Auckland Libraries blog: http://aucklandlibrariesblog.blogspot.com/2020/05/books-and-beyond-literary-lounge.html Auckland Libraries' radio show Books and Beyond explores the world of books with guest authors, recommended reads, gems from the Central City Library basement and… beyond. This episode originally aired on Planet FM 104.6 on 31 May 2020.

Calling all passionate readers, book lovers, bookworms and book nerds. This is the show for you. Alison and Karen unleash their inner bookishness and talk books about books. It’s all very meta. Read about it on the Auckland Libraries blog: http://aucklandlibrariesblog.blogspot.com/2020/06/books-and-beyond-fully-booked.html Auckland Libraries' radio show Books and Beyond explores the world of books with guest authors, recommended reads, gems from the Central City Library basement and… beyond. This episode originally aired on Planet FM 104.6 on 24 May 2020.

Librarian Ginny is in lockdown with 80 Scilly Islanders, as DI Ben Kitto investigates a fiery Bonfire Night murder in 'Burnt Island' - the third instalment of the gripping Hell Bay series by Kate Rhodes. Listen to expert advice on a variety of popular titles rounded into two minutes of contemplation, curiosity and fun! You can find this book on our catalogue here: discover.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/iii/encore/record/C__Rb3722722