Tune in to Recently Returned, our podcast on books and reading. You can stream Recently Returned via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Listen Notes, Spotify, Youtube, and most common podcast platforms.
Find a full list of episodes below, with book lists and transcripts ready to download.
Featured Episode: Best of 2023
In the final episode of Recently Returned librarians Kirsty and Anita reveal their favourite reads from last year. We hear from other librarians and podcast listeners about their picks, and what Wyndham City Libraries members borrowed most in 2023!
Listen now to find out if one of your favourites made the list.
Summer Series 2022
Best of 2022
In this episode, librarians Kirsty and Johneen reveal their favourite reads from last year. We hear from other librarians and podcast listeners about their picks, and what Wyndham City Libraries members borrowed most in 2022!
Listen now to find out if one of your favourites made the list.
Wren
In our final episode of the summer series we’re joined by Wren for a journey into the heart of New Zealand with her book recommendation.
Arthur
Arthur joins us for this episode of the summer series He loves stories, culture and food, and shares favourite recipe books. Arthur’s recommendations will bring a Summer of memorable and delicious shared meals and memories.
Lisa
Lisa, an avid and passionate reader, shares her most challenging read this year and takes us down memory lane with a favourite title. Join us for a wonderful Summer Reading recommendation and a very bad reading habit.
Declan
In this episode of the summer series, we’re joined by Declan, who has a darker summer reading recommendation for anyone who needs a bit of a respite from the holiday cheer.
Emily
Ever read a book on a long train journey that become a perennial favourite? In this episode, find out what book captured Emily’s heart as only books can. Books can be annoying sometimes and there is one that truly infuriated this keen reader. Join us for a wonderful Summer Reading recommendation and another bad reading habit.
Sandra
In this episode of the summer series we’re joined by children’s librarian Sandra who shares a cheeky secret reading habit with host Kirsty. Her recommendation for you is out of this world!
Aidan
In this episode of the summer series Aidan takes us on a journey of discovery and wonder as he shares tales from favourite and challenging graphic novels. He recommends an engaging but unexpected crime story to engross us over summer.
Anita
In this first episode of the summer series, podcast regular Anita spills the truth about her to-be-read pile and shares her refreshing summer reading recommendation. Listen to find out why a change is as good as a holiday.
Season Three
Season 3, Episode 4: Best of 2021!
In this jam-packed episode of Recently Returned, librarians Kirsty and Johneen reveal their favourite reads from 2021. You’ll also hear from other librarians about their picks, and what Wyndham City Libraries members borrowed most in 2021!
Listen now to find out if one of your favourites made the list.
Season 3, Episode 3: Young Adult Takeover
Our youth librarians have taken over the podcast!
In this episode, hear some great Young Adult book recommendations ranging from contemporary fiction to conspiracy and dark fantasy.
Recently Returned S03E03 Transcript
Recently Returned S03E03 Booklist
Season 3, Episode 2: Graphic Novels
In this episode librarians Kirsty, Margaret, and Troy recommend some graphic novels filled with adventure, emotion and beautiful artwork.
Recently Returned S03E02 Transcript
Recently Returned S03E02 Booklist
Season 3, Episode 1: Memoir & Biography 2.0
In this episode of the Recently Returned Podcast, librarians Kirsty, Emily, and Paulina discuss books which range from epic historical biographies to small, intimate portraits of life.
Season Two: Summer Series
S02E01 Summer Series: Anita
S02E02 Summer Series: Gary
S02E03 Summer Series: Jenny
S02E04 Summer Series: Paulina
S02E05 Summer Series: Emily
S02E06 Summer Series: Viv
S02E07 Summer Series: Eva
S02E08 Summer Series: Elizabeth
S02E09 Summer Series: Fariha
S02E10 Summer Series: Kirsty
Season One
S01E01: Pilot - Live with the Librarians - Autumn 2019
S01E02: Horror Literature
S01E03: Live with the Librarians - Summer 2019
S01E04: Midsumma - LGBTQIA+ Literature
S01E05: Isolation Edition
S01E06: In Conversation with Marcus Riley
S01E07: Romance Books
S01E08: Biography and Memoir
S01E09: Science Fiction