Howe's Things
Books & Literature
About
Nic Gunning hosts the official podcast and radio show of the David A. Howe Public Library. Listen for book news, great segments and library events!Listen in Wednesday at 9 pm on 92.7 WRAQ Angelica.The All the Books Show (2015-2020)Howe's Things (2020-Present)
Episodes
- Rambling Book Shelf
This episode of Howe's Things features a discussion on current events in TV and movies.
- But Have You Tried... Citizen Kane
In this episode, Nic and Ally discuss the film Citizen Kane. The topic was assigned randomly, and Ally reveals she was unfamiliar with the movie prior to the discussion.
- Star Wars Day 2026: Ewoks
On Howe's Things, Steve from This Endorian Life guests to discuss the Marvel Comics miniseries Ewoks.
- The Poetic Bookshelf
In this episode of Howe's Things, hosts Ally and Nic cover topics including Marcy DeMansky, Project Hail Mary, and XO Kitty.
- Jeeves and Wooster
Ally introduces Nic to P.G. Wodehouse's characters, Jeeves & Wooster, on Howe's Things.
- Godzilla's Bookshelf
Nic and Ally talk Godzilla, Star Trek, Brandon Sanderson and Tom Selleck.
- But Have Y'all Tried Scrubs
Nic alerts Ally to the very existence of the show Scrubs.
- Bookshelf is Fetch
Bookshelf is Fetch by Nic Gunning
- But Have You Tried... Anna Karenina
This week we tackle the big one, Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy!
- The Gluten Free Bookshelf
Nic and Ally talk Rambo, Richard Osman, 90210, and more!
- But Have You Tried Sabrina Carpenter
Ally introduces Nic to the world of Sabrina Carpenter
- 2025 Year End Bookshelf
2025 Year End Bookshelf by Nic Gunning
- But Have You Tried Archie Comics at Christmas
But Have You Tried Archie Comics at Christmas by Nic Gunning
- The Post Thanksgiving Bookshelf
The Post Thanksgiving Bookshelf by Nic Gunning
- Comic Book Coffee Break Giant Sized Annual #5.3
Eric tells Nic about all of the indie and creator owned comics he read in 2025.
- Comic Book Coffee Break: Giant Sized Annual #5.2
Nic and Eric reteam to talk favorite DC Comic books of 2025
- Comic Book Coffee Break Giant Sized Annual #5.1
Nic and Eric reteam for a journey through their favorite Marvel Comics read in 2025!
- But Have You Tried... Cranberry Relish
On Howe's Things, Ally introduces Nic to an old family recipe for cranberry relish. The discussion also touches on the topic of Thanksgiving.
- When Bookshelf Met Ally
This episode of Howe's Things is titled "When Bookshelf Met Ally" and features content by Nic Gunning.
- Halloween Now XI: What Lies Beneath
This episode of Howe's Things, titled Halloween Now XI: What Lies Beneath, features the Queen of Halloween discussing the film What Lies Beneath.
- But Have You Tried Hocus Pocus
Ally and Nic are joined by Kendra Mikols from 9021 Here We G0 to discuss the 1993 film Hocus Pocus. This episode covers the first part of their Magic Pick discussion.
- Fall Looks and Banned Books
The podcast episode "Fall Looks and Banned Books" from Howe's Things, hosted by Nic Gunning, covers discussions on seasonal fashion and the subject of banned books.
- But Have You Tried... Veronica Mars
Nic and Ally of Howe's Things discuss the television series Veronica Mars, specifically questioning whether Ally watched the correct season one.
- Star Trek Day 2025: Lower Decks! Lower Decks!
On Star Trek Day, Howe's Things discusses the Star Trek series Lower Decks with guests from the podcast This Endorian Life.
- The Bad News Book Shelf
This episode of Howe's Things covers recent media, discussing books, movies, and shows such as Presence, Brian Wilson, Terry Pratchett, Star Wars, Wii U, Brandon Sanderson, Wednesday, and Ted Danson.
- But Have You Tried... Wednesday
This episode of Howe's Things is titled But Have You Tried... Wednesday.
- ATBS Episode 276 - The Phoenix
ATBS Episode 276 features hosts Eric and Nic returning to the show where their library podcasting journey began, marking 10 years of the practice.
- The August Book Shelf is upon Us
Nic and Ally cover several titles on The August Book Shelf episode, including Superman Fantastic Four: First Steps, works by Brandon Sanderson, The Good Place, and Ironheart.
- But Have You Tried... Cross-Stitch
Nic and Ally try cross-stitch as part of the Color Our World Summer Reading party.
- The Color Our World Bookshelf
This episode of Howe
- But Have You Tried... The Karate Kid
Nic and Ally discuss The Karate Kid franchise. The episode references a prior conversation on the topic on the podcast This Endorian Life.
- Pride 2025: Mid Century Modern w/Beau Hutchings!
Beau Hutchings joins Howe's Things for a Pride Month discussion focusing on the sitcom Mid Century Modern.
- The Karate Book Shelf
This episode of Howe's Things covers a variety of topics including Mission Impossible, Sinners, Doctor Who, The Wild Robot, The Great Gatsby, and Brian Wilson.
- But Have You Tried... Edna St. Vincent Millay
Ally introduces Nic to the poetry of Edna St. Vincent Millay.
- The Lovely Bookshelf of May
This episode of Howe's Things covers books, movies, and shows such as The Righteous Gemstones, Veronica Mars, Jo Nesbo, Stargirl, The Thunderbolts, Dating and Dragons, and Green Teeth, alongside discussions on budget votes.
- But Have You Tried... Animal Farm
Ally and Nic discuss George Orwell's Animal Farm, their first Wild Card pick. The episode also touches on Star Wars Day.
- Star Wars Day Book Club: The Medstar Duology
Nic and Amanda discuss The Medstar Duology by Michael Reaves and Steve Perry with guest Steve from Endorian Life on Star Wars Day.
- Bossa Nova Bookshelf
This episode of Howe's Things covers a range of topics including Snow White, Wicked, Kraven, The Pit, Doctor Who, Jojo Rabbit, Daredevil: Born Again, and Flavia DeLuce.
- But Have You Tried Robert B. Parker's Sunny Randall
This episode of Howe's Things discusses the novel Sunny Randall by Robert B. Parker, with writing by Nic Gunning.
- Bookshelves and Slugs
Ally and Nic discuss their recent reads and watches, covering topics such as Brandon Sanderson, Black Bag, and Slugterra.
- But Have You Tried... ASL?
In this episode of Howe's Things, Ally tries teaching Nic sign language.
- The Shortest Month Bookshelf
This episode of Howe's Things reviews 'The Shortest Month Bookshelf' by Nic Gunning.
- But Have You Tried Ben Folds
This episode of Howe's Things features Nic Gunning discussing Ben Folds.
- Episode 50: A Dusty Bookshelf
In Episode 50 of Howe's Things, hosts Nic and Ally discuss books, movies, and other topics. They mention battling winter colds during the recording.
- But Have You Tried... Jens Lekman
On Howe's Things, Ally plays music from Swedish musician Jens Lekman.
- Giant-Sized Annual #4.2
This episode is part two of an annual comic book discussion, focusing on Marvel.
- Comic Book Coffee Break: Giant-Sized Annual #4.1
Nic and Eric from Comic Book Coffee Break discuss their favorite books from their 2024 reading lists. This is Part 1 of Giant-Sized Annual #4.
- So Long 2024
In this episode of Howe's Things, hosts Ally and Nic reflect on their favorite books, movies, and shows of 2024.
- Cozy Bros V
Beau Hutchings returns to Howe's Things for a holiday season discussion about books by Agatha Christie and James Patterson.
- But Have You Tried... Painting a Winter Scene
In this episode of Howe's Things, Nic tasks Ally with a winter painting project. A guide for the project is available via a provided YouTube link.