MANIAC drops a bonus episode as he catches up with Michael Schwartz of WKBW and Chad Dedominicis of xBuffalo.

Trainwreck Tonight 332 'Taboo Tuesday' ft. Michael Schwartz and Chad Dedominicis

MANIAC and Gatesy break down the Sabres post trade deadline, talk about the departure of long time Sabres Casey Mittelstadt and Kyle Okposo, and talk about where the team goes from here.

Crossing Swords Podcast Episode 10 'End Of The Road' | Sponsored By Outlet Liquor

UPL Recommends - Episode 20 - Uncovering Lost History with Linda McCann
Released March 22, 2024

Intro: Highlights our BookMARC (Metro Area Resources in our Community) + Read-alike suggestions for "The Women” by Kristin Hannah.

Interview: In this episode, we talk with author Linda McCann, about her work to uncover and share Iowa history. Check out our library program “Rosie the Riveters of Iowa” on May 9 at 6:00 PM where she will discuss some of the stories she collected from Iowa women working during WWII. This event ties in with our 2024 All Urbandale Reads program, “The Nightingale” by Kristin Hannah. 

(Transition music "Little Ideas" by Scott Holmes Music)

UPL Recommends - Ep 20 - Uncovering Lost History with Linda McCann

UPL Recommends - Episode 21 - Discover Des Moines with Erin Huiatt
Released May 24, 2024

Intro: Highlights our StoryWalk at Walker Johnston Park + Read-alike suggestions for Freida McFadden’s “The Teacher.”

Interview: In this episode, we talk with Erin Huiatt, owner of Des Moines Parent, a local resource for families to find fun things to see and do in the metro area about her new book, “100 Things To Do in Des Moines Before You Die.” Make sure to check out our library program with Erin on June 4 at 6:00 PM for a special BINGO-style program highlighting the Metro's top attractions and hidden gems. This program is perfect for families planning their adventures around Des Moines or anyone wanting to learn about all Des Moines (and Iowa) has to offer! 

(Transition music "Little Ideas" by Scott Holmes Music)

UPL Recommends - Ep 21 - Discover Des Moines With Erin Huiatt

Bundt and Gatesy breakdown the offseason moves made by GMKA, and discuss if it was enough to break the playoff drought.

Crossing Swords Podcast Episode 11 'Can The Sabres Make The Playoffs In '24 - '25?'

UPL Recommends - Episode 22 - Saved by Schindler and Iowa History
Released July 26, 2024

Intro: Highlights our Interlibrary Loan resource that allows patrons to borrow books from across the country for a small postage fee + Read-alike suggestions for Emily Henry’s “Funny Story.”

Interview: In this episode, we talk with historian William B. Friedricks, about his book, “Saved by Schindler,” based on the true story of Celia Karp Biniaz. Check out our library program “Saved by Schindler with Author William B. Friedricks” on September 5 at 6:00 PM. Friedricks will share about Celina’s life, from growing up in Poland and the unimaginable horrors she endured during World War II to her life after emigrating to Des Moines, Iowa. This event ties in with our 2024 All Urbandale Reads program, “The Nightingale” by Kristin Hannah. 

(Transition music "Little Ideas" by Scott Holmes Music)

UPL Recommends - Ep 22 - Saved by Schindler and Iowa History

UPL #2 // Online Video // Portuguese (PT)

Sabres training camp beginning today
Dahlin left practice early
Lindy Ruff effect at practice
Prospect Challenge and Kulich
Odds of him making the team
Krebs signed
Captain Watch
Scoreboard and other random things

LIVE  Crossing Swords Podcast  Back In Business | Sponsored By Outlet Liquor

UPL Recommends - Episode 23 - Cemetery Iconography with Jen Ohzourk 
Released September 27, 2024 

Intro: Highlights our Craft & Hobby database full of tutorials and classes for a variety of activities such as knitting and yoga + Read-alike suggestions for Chris Whitaker’s “All the Colors of the Dark.” 

Interview: In this episode, we talk with Jen Ohzourk about her interest in cemetery iconography, which serves as a lens to examine history. Jen’s exploration reflects both common traditions surrounding death as well as distinctive, localized customs and the evolution of these throughout the ages. 

(Transition music "Little Ideas" by Scott Holmes Music)

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UPL Recommends - Ep 23 - Cemetery Iconography with Jen Ohzourk

MANIAC, Bundt, and Gatesy break down the top storylines and even make some predictions as we head into the Sabres season in less than 24 hours. 
-Sabres Start Season in Prague
-Key to a Strong Sabres Start
-Worried about leadership? (youth)
-Predictions and Hot Takes

Crossing Swords Podcast - 24 Hours Out

-Recent Upswing
-Power Play Finally Hits (Still an Issue)
-Way too EARLY Stock Up/Stock Down
-Roster Vibe Under Lindy
-Goalie Situation + Wrapup

Crossing Swords Podcast - 'Three In A Row' | Sponsored By Batavia Downs

Our crew breaks down the Sabres OT win over the Blues and looks at the week and schedule ahead for Buffalo. The Postgame Pod is Sponsored by Picasso's Pizza. 

Sabres Outlast Blues in OT | Postgame Pod

UPL Recommends - Episode 24 - Librarians Talk Favorite Books of 2024
Released December 20, 2024

Intro: Highlights our new upcoming monthly program “Spinning Yarns” to be held on the 2nd Thursday.

Interview: In this episode, Assistant Director Leslie Noble and Programming and Outreach Manager Staci Stanton discuss their favorite books from 2024 and include top circulating patron favorites from the past year.

(Transition music "Little Ideas" by Scott Holmes Music)

UPL Recommends - Ep 24 - Librarians Talk Favorite Books of 2024

-Recent upswing, biggest takeaways
-Trade Deadline approaching, Cozens
-Final 3rd of season
-Ducks Tonight


Crossing Swords Podcast 'Duck Hunting & Marching Forward' | Sponsored by Batavia Downs

-Happy about recent run?
-Jack Quinn is literally on fire
-Tage Thompson approaching 40
-Goalie concern
-Rochester crushing
-Final Hopes in Final Games

Crossing Swords Podcast 'Bumbling/Rumbling to the Finish' | Sponsored by Batavia Downs

UPL exige a la Consejería de Medio Ambiente que deje sin efecto la reducción de efectivos humanos en la vigilancia de incendios forestales

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