Isolation is bad for everyone. Health-wise, isolation is the same as smoking 15 cigarettes every single day. Since March 2020, we’ve all experienced some of the negative effects of isolation. What we don’t realize is that sense of loneliness we’ve felt for a few months is actually many people’s everyday lives. The Mesa County senior population needs quality nutrition and socialization. Amanda DeBock, Program Manager of Meals on Wheels Mesa...

Have you ever read an article from The Onion and laughed? Have you then observed a family member share that same article on Facebook, believing it was fact? How do you politely let her know what she's sharing as "truth" is actually satire? Information Literacy and Digital Literacy sound like big, scary, words the average person wouldn't use. But when it comes down to it, Information Literacy is a set of abilities requiring individuals to recognize...

"Stories advance how we think about culture," - Brevin, amazing human (and library staff member!). Mesa County Libraries is launching a new, all-ages diversity reading experience May 1 (this Saturday) via Beanstack! Staff members Brevin, Elizabeth, and Trevor sat down with our hosts to talk about this new experience.

Bethany is joined this week by TJ Smith and Chandler Smith, founders of Creative’s Landing, to discuss Riff for Relief - a music initiative tied to West Slope Startup Week that highlight the region’s incredible music scene, while raising needed funds for the many artists who have suffered financial hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic. This episode also features musician W.ill. of Wowzers, a good vibe jazz hip hop trio participating in Riff...

Is craft beer an art? Head brewers have a profound appreciation for their craft. So we visited several Mesa County breweries and asked if they considered making beer an art. Local breweries featured include Copper Club Brewing Company, Kannah Creek Brewing Company, Palisade Brewing Company, and The Rockslide Brewery and Restaurant.

An examination of the health impacts of excessive sugar in the American diet inspired by Colorado's history with the sugar beet industry as portrayed in the Colorado Experience documentary "White Gold."

An interview with local author Heather Portenier sheds light on a writer's life in Western Colorado and the exciting opportunities - and daunting challenges - presented by emerging platforms for self-published works. Exploring the creative process through the eyes of a homegrown writer, this podcast edition contributed local flavor the 2018 launch of the PBS series "The Great Amercan Read," a nationwide search for America's most beloved novel.

Two special guests joined us on this episode of The Audissey! Rachel, Page and Shelver Extraordinaire, is an avid reader AND creator of graphic novels! Rachel shares that there is a graphic novel for everyone. Head of Youth Services Cydney shares the amazing new eResource, Brainfuse HelpNow. Brainfuse is a versatile online service designed to support every step of school and job processes. Live tutors, writing labs, language help, chess assistance,...

The Audissey's voyage was abruptly halted by COVID-19, but that doesn't mean that MCL staff can't find a way to record episodes! Join Bethany, Emmi, and Mesa County Libraries Director Michelle as they discuss how the library is still providing services for patrons and staff during the stay at home order. We hope you will remain "docked" in your homes and enjoy the online resources Mesa County Libraries provides during this time. Enjoy weekly episodes...

We're joined this week by Art Librarian Jessica Geddes who shares all the upcoming wonderful art programs and opportunities Mesa County Libraries is offering! The annual Recycled Book Art Show sponsored by Friends of the Mesa County Libraries is open to all Mesa County patrons 16 years of age and older. Submissions are due 8 pm, Monday, April 5, 2021. For eligibility requirements and to submit your work visit https://mesacountylibraries.org/recycledbookartshow/ Need...