Episode 45: Betsy Rogers World Traveler and Author

Debi dishes with world traveler, author, and ardent library supporter Betsy Rogers.

Betsy shares tales of her decades of travel around the globe and of all the fascinating folks she has met along the way. She has written numerous books and articles ranging from young adult fiction to articles for Birder's digest. Betsy inspires everyone who meets her to get out there and try something new.

Episode 44: Ed Hume, Emmy Award Winning TV Personality and Entrepreneur

Debi chats with Ed Hume, Emmy Award winning TV personality, entrepreneur, and botanist.

Ed is best known as the host of the TV show Gardening in America for over 52 years. He also founded Ed Hume seeds, a local and multi-generational Puyallup family business. He shares stories of gardening, his TV career, his many awards, and his history in the PNW.

To learn more about the Ed Hume Seeds and its garden tours:

https://humeseeds.com/

Episode 43: Andrea Thayer, CXO of the Washington State Fair Event Center

Debi sits down with Andrea Thayer, the Chief Experience Officer (CXO) of the Washington State Fair Event Center.

Andrea has spent 25 years with the Washington State Fair, working her way up from entry level to executive. She shares tales of animal encounters, meetings with celebrities, and her deep connection to the Puyallup community.

To learn more about the Washington State Fair Event Center:

https://www.thefair.com/

Episode 42: Comic Books and Literacy Discussion with Officer Chad Pearson and Tech Services Librarian Paul

Debi talks comics, manga, and graphic novels with Officer Chad Pearson of the Puyallup Police Department and Paul, the library's own Technology Services Librarian.

Chad and Paul have been reading and collecting comics for most of their lives. They shares thoughts on the evolution of the medium, favorite characters and stories, and the value of comics in encouraging children to read. Stay tuned at the end of the episode for a special visit from a certain caped crusader.

To learn more about Free Comic Book Day:

https://www.freecomicbookday.com/

Episode 41: Roger Nix - Retired Educator, Peace Corps Volunteer, and World Traveler

Debi chats with retired educator and world traveler Roger Nix.

Roger is a longtime Puyallup resident and loyal patron of Puyallup Public Library. He shares stories of his time volunteering for the Peace Corps in the Middle East and teaching in public schools. Through his tales, he promotes the value of education, lifelong learning, and staying curious about the world.

To learn more about volunteering for the Peace Corps:

https://www.peacecorps.gov/serve/

Episode 40: Chad Pearson, Puyallup Police Department's Community Resource Officer

Debi sits down with Chad Pearson, Puyallup Police Department's Community Resource Officer.

Officer Pearson has spent years with Puyallup PD and has grown strong roots in the local area. He shares stories of the city he loves and helps to protect and of the heartbreaks and inspiring moments of working with vulnerable members of the community.

To learn more about Puyallup Police Department:

https://www.puyallupwa.gov/2437/Police-Department

Episode 39: Mona Zeller and Jack Chaffin from Johnston Architects of Seattle

Debi talks interior design and architecture with Mona Zeller and Jack Chaffin from Johnston Architects of Seattle.

Johnston Architects is a women-owned architecture and design firm that created the new Teen Zone and its adjacent new study booths and study room in the library. Mona and Jack share their library stories and influences and discuss the importance of engaging young adults directly to learn their needs and interests.

To learn more about Johnston Architects' story:

https://www.johnstonarchitects.com/our-story

Episode 38: Kathy Stancik, Retired Employee of Woodbine Cemetery in Puyallup

Debi sits down for a chat with Kathy Stancik, retired employee of Woodbine Cemetery in Puyallup.

Kathy shares her experiences helping families through the process of death, grieving, and burial. She also shares tales of the history of Puyallup found in the cemetery, including graves of many of the city's founders and original citizens.

To learn more about Woodbine Cemetery:

https://www.puyallupwa.gov/164/Cemetery