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Deep in the basement of congregation Sofer Shalom, there’s a dusty library that’s really the home of a magical portal to another world. Join siblings Miri and Micah as they explore a mysterious land, where stories come to life! Enjoy fairytales with unexpected twists and Jewish lessons as Miri, Micah, and their friends, encounter golems, book worms, giants and even talking animals! For full credits and accompanying activities, visit pjlibrary.org/podcast.
Episodes
Jan 23, 2024
Jan 23, 2024
21 min
Passover in Mashal is as enchanting as you’d expect. But who hosts the best seder, Cinderella or Snow White? Follow Auntie PJ and Elijah as they seder-hop through Mashal in this “Story For Another Time.”
Credits
Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library.
Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher; Associate Producer, Elizabeth Korelitz
Story Editor: Petey Gibson
Writers: Jan Schwaid, Petey Gibson
Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA
Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore.
Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments).
Cast
- Miri - Arianna Fox
- Evie - Samantha Philyaw
- Blue - Maya Aoki Tuttle
- Jacob - Caro Cabal Coniglio
- Joha - Ryan Abedi
- Elijah - Nate DuFort
- Auntie PJ - Laura Rondinella
- Micah - Maxwell Glick
- Mr. Saifair - Gregory David Barnett
- Marion Woman in Shoe - Tianna Tagami
- Chicken Little - Blair Which
- Snow White - Laura Schreiber
- Golem - Pat Bordenave
- Cinderella - Gwen D'Angelo
- Humpty Dumpty - John Henry Kurtz
- Dolores the Donkey - Alli Thresher
Jan 9, 2024
Jan 9, 2024
16 min
It’s the Passover episode! Learn about Passover traditions from around the world as the kids continue their globe-trotting search for Joha.
Credits
Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library.
Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher; Associate Producer, Elizabeth Korelitz
Story Editor: Petey Gibson
Writers: Jan Schwaid, Petey Gibson
Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA
Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore.
Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments).
Cast
- Auntie PJ - Madelaine Ripley
- Evie - Samantha Philyaw
- Elijah - Nate DuFort
- Micah - Maxwell Glick
- Ms. Shouhed - Daniella Rabbani
- Farrah - Daniella Rabbani
- Joha - Ryan Abedi
- Mr. Fodor - Les Horovitz
- Catriella - Alli Thresher
Dec 26, 2023
Dec 26, 2023
52 min
Each Friday evening, families around the world begin the celebration of Shabbat. For many, the evening includes favorite foods, company for dinner, special songs, and blessings. This week, we have a playlist featuring stories all about Shabbat.
If you like what you hear, be sure to visit our other shows, just search PJ Library to find more Shabbat stories and much more.
Dec 19, 2023
Dec 19, 2023
17 min
The kids enjoy hearing another “Story For Another Time.” This one involves the butcher, the baker, and the candlestick maker. Auntie PJ and Elijah collaborate on a tale about collaboration, and how it makes for the perfect Shabbat. They’ll talk about the Jewish value of… upcycling? But it’s unclear if PJ and Elijah will ever talk about treasure.
Credits
Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library.
Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher; Associate Producer, Elizabeth Korelitz
Story Editor: Petey Gibson
Writers: Jan Schwaid, Petey Gibson
Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA
Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore.
Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments).
Cast
- Miri - Arianna Fox
- Micah - Maxwell Glick
- Evie - Samantha Philyaw
- Jacob - Caro Cabal Coniglio
- Blue - Maya Aoki Tuttle
- Elijah - Nate DuFort
- Auntie PJ - Madelaine Ripley
- Butcher - Nazeeh Tarsha
- Baker - LD Castro
- Candlestick Maker - Rebecca Cunningham
- Vendor 1 - Rebecca Cunningham
- Vendor 2 - LD Castro
- Vendor 3 - Nazeeh Tarsha
Dec 7, 2023
Dec 7, 2023
3 min
A special Hanukkah message from PJ Library.
Hanukkah begins in the evening tonight (or, depending on your time zone, may have already started) and runs through December 15, 2023. This year, PJ Library encourages all of our listeners to "share the light" by participating in Project Menorah.
To learn more about Project Menorah, visit www.projectmenorah.com.
Music credits:
“Stars in the Night” by Megan Wofford, licensed via Epidemic Sound
Nov 28, 2023
Nov 28, 2023
11 min
Credits
Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library.
Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher; Associate Producer, Elizabeth Korelitz
Story Editor: Petey Gibson
Writers: Jan Schwaid, Petey Gibson
Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA
Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore.
Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments).
Cast
- Miri - Arianna Fox
- Micah - Maxwell Glick
- Evie - Samantha Philyaw
- Jacob - Caro Cabal Coniglio
- Blue - Maya Aoki Tuttle
- Elijah - Nate DuFort
- Auntie PJ - Madelaine Ripley
- Joha - Ryan Abedi
Nov 21, 2023
Nov 21, 2023
1 hr 25 min
Right now, you might be on a long car or airplane ride, or maybe you're snuggling in a nice comfy blanket fort. Today we're bringing you a playlist of stories about sharing special family traditions. Enjoy!
Nov 14, 2023
Nov 14, 2023
16 min
New this season, it’s Stories for Another Time. PJ and Elijah regale the kids with an only-partly familiar fairy tale featuring Cinderella, Prince Charming, a High Holidays party, and a new pair of shoes.
Credits
Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library.
Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher; Associate Producer, Elizabeth Korelitz
Story Editor: Petey Gibson
Writers: Jan Schwaid, Petey Gibson
Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA
Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore.
Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments).
Cast
- Miri - Arianna Fox
- Micah - Maxwell Glick
- Evie - Samantha Philyaw
- Jacob - Caro Cabal Coniglio
- Blue - Maya Aoki Tuttle
- Elijah - Nate DuFort
- Auntie PJ - Madelaine Ripley
- Cinderella - Gwen D'Angelo
- Prince - Mike D'Angelo
- Golem - Pat Bordenave
- Snow White - Laura Schreiber
Oct 31, 2023
Oct 31, 2023
14 min
Jacob is busy teaching Blue how to land an ollie when his skateboard goes missing. This has to be the work of Joha. Miri, Blue, and Jacob join PJ and Elijah as the game begins. Join them as they try to find Joha, find Jacob’s skateboard, and find out if pizza is allowed in the library.
Credits
Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library.
Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher; Associate Producer, Elizabeth Korelitz
Story Editor: Petey Gibson
Writers: Jan Schwaid, Petey Gibson
Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA
Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore.
Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments).
Cast
- Miri - Arianna Fox
- Micah - Maxwell Glick
- Evie - Samantha Philyaw
- Jacob - Caro Cabal Coniglio
- Blue - Maya Aoki Tuttle
- Elijah - Nate DuFort
- Auntie PJ - Madelaine Ripley
- Joha - Ryan Abedi
Oct 17, 2023
Oct 17, 2023
16 min
Our heroes are back in this world and ready to head home – but there’s someone they don’t recognize with Auntie PJ, and someone else being kind of mysterious! The kids must embark on an epic game of hide and seek to save the library.
Credits
Beyond the Bookcase is a production of PJ Library.
Production: Executive Producer, Alli Thresher; Associate Producer, Elizabeth Korelitz
Story Editor: Petey Gibson
Writers: Jan Schwaid, Petey Gibson
Audio editing, mixing, mastering, and score: Peter Moore, Palace of Purpose Studios in Malden, MA
Opening Theme Song: Written by Peter Moore and Alli Thresher. Arranged by Peter Moore.
Performed by Mister G (vocals) and Peter Moore (instruments).
Cast
- Miri - Arianna Fox
- Micah - Maxwell Glick
- Evie - Samantha Philyaw
- Jacob - Caro Cabal Coniglio
- Blue - Maya Aoki Tuttle
- Elijah - Nate DuFort
- Auntie PJ - Madelaine Ripley
- Joha - Ryan Abedi